"Oh? So the materials for the medicine this time are provided by Beedrill? Then it seems the materials can be sourced from Beedrill breeders, that's impressive, Ash!"
Professor Samuel Oak was also quite satisfied after seeing Ash's new honey water formula. Not only does it taste good and benefit the body, but children also love sweet things; it will be a nice source of income later.
"Well, I'm not sure if honey from other regions can be used as a substitute, since we haven't really tested it, so we'll stick with Beedrill's honey for now."
"I understand that. In such matters, both I and the Joy family will be mindful, but I actually think those old guys hope that only Beedrill's honey will do, since they are counting on this to make money."
"I don't understand you adults. Well then, Professor, I'm going out to play. You can mix that bottle with hot water to drink; it will be more comfortable." After saying this, Ash ran out, while Professor Samuel Oak laughed and said, "This kid."
Professor Samuel Oak wasn't concerned about Ash's safety. Why? Because Ash had successfully become the most popular person among all the small Pokémon in this area with his delicious meals; they welcomed him with open arms!
As for Ash, he wasn't really going out to play, but rather to meet an uncle.
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"Giovanni! Over here! Here!"
When Ash found Giovanni, Giovanni smiled and asked, "Did you call me for something, Ash?"
"Here, this is my newly made honey water. Beedrill will definitely like it."
Looking at the bottle Ash handed over, Giovanni smiled and released his Beedrill. Beedrill, upon seeing Ash, affectionately nudged him, and when it saw Ash's honey water, its eyes lit up. However, it didn't rush; it waited for Ash to make a move.
Ash smiled and poured half a cup, giving one cup to Giovanni and one to Beedrill. Beedrill eagerly started drinking, while Giovanni, smiling, asked, "Looks like we'll have a product soon?"
"Yeah, but Uncle Giovanni, if you want a stronger version, just let me know, and I'll get it for you."
Seeing Ash's demeanor, Giovanni smiled and said, "Then thank you."
It's quite simple how Ash and Giovanni know each other. Giovanni is the leader of an organization in Kanto called Team Rocket. However, due to a traitor's actions, Giovanni's whereabouts were discovered by other outside organizations. Though he dealt with them, Giovanni himself was also quite injured.
At that moment, Ash appeared. Using the materials he found with his Pokémon, Ash successfully helped Giovanni stop the bleeding, and then, with the help of his Pokémon, took Giovanni to the hospital.
Giovanni had remembered this little angel who saved him during his most dangerous time.
After Giovanni healed, the combined efforts of Team Rocket and the Pokémon League led to the downfall of the outside organization. After everything was settled, Giovanni had someone look up Ash's information and found out that Ash came from a single-parent family. He had managed to connect with the Oak family and the Joy family, thus lightening his mother's burden. As a result, Giovanni became more fond of Ash. It was also because of his gratitude that he often kept in touch with Ash.
Slowly, the bond of feelings between Giovanni and Ash had already transcended the notion of life-saving grace; their relationship was more like that of a father and son. Yet neither of them ever said it, and that was just fine.
"Ash, I heard you're going to summer camp?"
"Yeah, my mom reported it to me without asking me first... To be honest, having that skill, I might as well do something else."
"Hahaha, it's also good to spend time with peers."
"Maybe not. We have no common topics."
Giovanni understood Ash quite well; geniuses are often lonely, and that doesn't matter. However, Giovanni didn't want Ash to be this way, so he thought of a way.
"Ash, how about visiting Hollywood?"
"Huh? Hollywood? What's so good about Hollywood?"
"Just to relax, trust me. Plus, don't you think it's a great opportunity for your mom to unwind as well?"
"!!!" If it were about anything else, it might have been difficult to convince Ash. But once the mention of Delia came up, Ash was immediately motivated. After all, Ash was a filial child and thought that making his mom happy with some money was indeed a good idea. So Ash nodded and said, "Right! Uncle Giovanni, you make a lot of sense! Before going to summer camp, I should first take my mom to Hollywood for some fun!"
Giovanni looked at Ash and couldn't help but smile, then said, "In that case, leave the ship to me."
"Is that okay?"
"Don't underestimate your Uncle Giovanni, you brat."
And so, the uncle and the kid chatted idly while sipping on honey water.