Chapter 429 Temporary Stay, Feeling Of Uneasiness

"By the way, Ash, what are your plans next?"

At this time, Miki suddenly came over and asked Ash.

"Hmm? If nothing else, I'll make some corrections and then set off for the next gym!"

Ash responded after hearing this.

"Is that so? If you're not in a hurry, do you want to stay and attend our sacrificial ceremony?"

Listening to Ash's response, Miki made an invitation.

"Sacrificial ceremony?" After hearing Miki's words, Sundae and Serena also spoke in confusion.

"It's our annual sacrifice in Ecruteak City, the day after tomorrow. Every year at this time, we will hold a sacrificial ceremony for Ho-Oh, looking forward to Ho-Oh's return!"

Morty also spoke at this time and explained the situation to Ash and the other two.

"Although it's a bit presumptuous, I still hope you can come and participate!"

Miki made another invitation, hoping that Ash could come to participate in this celebration.

In fact, that day was the day when Ho-Oh left, and later it became a tradition in Ecruteak City, which would be held on time every year.

At that time, they really hoped that Ho-Oh could return, but as time went by, people's lives became better and better.

Gradually, Ho-Oh became a belief, rather than a necessity for it to return here, so the sacrificial ceremony born for Ho-Oh's return gradually became a festival in Ecruteak City.

Every year, this day will be very lively, but whether Ho-Oh returns or not, this generation actually seems to no longer care.

This is the case for ordinary citizens, but it is different for the descendants who once served Ho-Oh.

Although it is nothing for ordinary people to live together, sometimes they often wonder what the meaning of such protection is.

However, a mission is still a mission, even if it is meaningless, it will continue to be carried out and will continue to be passed on.

The appearance of Ash, a trainer who has been recognized by Ho-Oh and followed by the holy beast, has given them some comfort.

They didn't ask too much about the details of Ash's meeting with Ho-Oh, nor did they investigate why Suicune followed him. The reason for the invitation this time was that it would be very meaningful if a trainer who was truly recognized by Ho-Oh participated in such a ceremony.

At the same time, they seemed to be able to give an explanation to the ancestors who had deep faith but never waited for Ho-Oh to return.

Let them know that Ho-Oh appeared in front of people again, and Ho-Oh began to recognize humans again. Maybe one day, it will also appear on this newly built bell tower.

And if there really is such a day, they will definitely try their best to not let the things that happened that year happen again.

"Okay, anyway, we are not in a hurry, if it doesn't cause trouble!" Listening to Miki's words, Ash had no reason to refuse.

Originally, they were not in a hurry, and they had just received their fourth badge, and the journey to Chengdu was also completed.

There was plenty of time, and since it was a sacrificial ceremony for Ho-Oh, it was reasonable to participate.

Since meeting Ho-Oh at the beginning of the journey, receiving sponsorship from Professor Oak, and now getting the colorful feathers, his connection with Ho-Oh has gradually deepened.

If there is a chance, he really wants to see it again.

"No, it's just a simple celebration, a transition, and it's almost the same as watching a performance!" Miki responded. In fact, some ceremonies were held on the top of the bell tower, and then the five sisters performed a sacrificial dance as usual.

According to the ancient saying, after the sacrificial dance begins, the Clear Bell will ring, and after the Clear Bell rings, Ho-Oh will hear the news and come to bless people.

However, since the last bell tower was burned down, although the Clear Bell was brought out, it has never sounded again.

"Okay! Then we will bother you for a while!"

Ash nodded slightly after hearing the voice. The gym battle had just ended, so he took it as a holiday and had a good rest.

After accepting the invitation, but the game was over, the three of Ash said goodbye to Morty and the five sisters and left the bell tower.

Back to the Pokémon Center, it was still early, and after a rest.

Ash and the other two decided to go out for a walk and buy some travel supplies.

Although they didn't plan to leave immediately, they decided to prepare all the daily necessities first, so as not to waste time after the celebration.

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And as Miki said, because the festival will be held the day after tomorrow, many places on the street have been decorated in advance.

Some roadside stalls have also started to prepare, and it feels like the New Year.

But think about it carefully, for the citizens of Ecruteak City, the New Year may not be as important as this festival.

"Everyone has started to prepare, this sacrifice should be very lively!"

Walking on the road, Sundae spoke unconsciously. She likes to join in the fun, so she is very happy to be invited to stay.

"After all, it is a festival passed down from generation to generation in Ecruteak City!" Serena also spoke.

"Huh?!"

Walking on the road, Ash frowned slightly, subconsciously stopped and turned to look behind, looking behind him, but all the people around were busy.

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"Ash, what's wrong with you?"

Sundae and Serena saw Ash stop, and they also stopped. Seeing Ash looking at the back with a serious expression, they also looked around and didn't find anything special.

"Just now, it seems that someone is watching us!"

Ash lowered his head and thought. Since he came to Ecruteak City, he always felt a little uneasy.

Besides, it was the festival season, and the streets were crowded with people. Even Psychic and wave power didn't work well here.

Maybe it was because nothing happened after defeating Morty, so he didn't take the previous premonition to heart, but now he had that inexplicable feeling again

"Ah! It can't be a stalker!"

Hearing Ash's words, both women were shocked. After all, they were Stephanie's daughters, and they were quite sensitive to such things.

"But there doesn't seem to be anything suspicious around." Sundae glanced around and found nothing.

"Forget it, if it's a conspiracy, I believe it will be exposed sooner or later!" Ash scanned the surroundings with Psychic again, but found nothing, so he stopped being suspicious and signaled the two to leave.

After buying some necessities, it was just noon, and the three of them found a restaurant outside and had a local meal.

Then they returned to the Pokémon Center, sorted out their travel supplies, and then the three of them played in Ecruteak City with peace of mind. .