Pokemon: A New Path

Lost and Found: A Pokémon’s Struggle for Affection[455]

Hoenn Region

A gentle rain drizzled over the volcanic crater, cascading down onto the stone-paved streets in the heart of the city.

Within this natural caldera, nestled by the tranquil waters of the crater lake, stood the Sootopolis Gym—a grand structure in one of Hoenn's most iconic cities.

According to legend, Sootopolis City was born from the eruption of an ancient underwater volcano. Over time, rainwater filled the massive crater left behind, giving rise to a magnificent lake in its center. As the years passed, people discovered that the region's warm, humid climate made it a perfect place to settle, leading to the foundation of the city.

It was here that Steven Stone arrived in

Naoki immediately understood.

"So, you want your trainer to only like you and no one else?"

Sprigatito nodded furiously.

"Spiri!" (That's right! Can you help me? If you do, I'll even give you my favorite treasure!)

Naoki: "…"

'So I'm not the only one dealing with Pokémon jealousy problems.'

Apparently, this was a universal issue.

He had far too many Pokémon at the ranch, and some of them got jealous whenever he spent time with others.

Just the other day, Flareon and Sylveon refused to move from his lap while he was working, demanding attention.

And now… he was supposed to help this little drama queen make its trainer obsessed with it?

Naoki let out a long sigh.

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