Author's Note:
This chapter is a "what if" scenario of Nina choosing to take a boat to Pallet Town instead of flying.
The contents of this chapter are non-canon to the main story. Just a fun little side story that I thought up as I was writing.
PS. Just got done writing t...
2025-06-23 11:01:09 +0000 UTC
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Author's Note:
There's also a bonus chapter being released today - Chapter 171.5: Romance Dawn.
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Chapter 171
Both Nina and Kerry sighed as they submerged themselves in the inn’s hot spring, not out of content, but out of disappointment as they allowed th...
2025-06-23 11:00:09 +0000 UTC
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Author's note:
There will be a bonus chapter being released soon for both tiers - Chapter 171.5: Romance Dawn.
I owe you guys an apology because I originally wanted to release it sooner, but well... I was procrastinating and it only just got finished.
Nothing was missed though. ...
2025-06-21 11:01:01 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 170
They got lost a few times. Since the wild Pokemon conveyed their instructions via vague imagery, and most of the fiery caverns looked much the same to Nina and her companions.
But eventually, they reached it — a natural geothermal spring hidden deep within ...
2025-06-21 11:00:08 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 174
"If I may ask, Professor. How goes the investigation on the Yamaguchi group’s Charizard?"
Professor Oak sighed and looked towards his cousin to the side. "Would you like to take the lead on this, Samson?"
"Sure, but are you sure that we can tal...
2025-06-19 11:01:02 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 169
“Are you sure you want to do this, Nina?” Kerry asked, voice full of apprehension.
Nina returned her friend’s concern with a confident nod. “Yup, Blaine isn’t at his Gym so I want to cover all my bases before giving up. Besides, didn’t you say you...
2025-06-19 11:00:10 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 173
“Nite~nite~nite~nite~”
“Po~po~po~po~”
Nina couldn’t help the silly grin on her face as she overlooked Nitey giving vocal lessons to Poppy.
The Primarina line, as their name suggested, were natural born performers. And...
2025-06-16 11:01:04 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 168
“I can’t believe so much happened while I was asleep,” said the pale-faced Kerry.
“Wow, you must have been really conked out if you didn’t even hear the alarm.” Nina said in return. “How are you feeling now? Can you eat?”
Nina had...
2025-06-16 11:00:13 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 172
As part of their commendation for taking down the Yamaguchi Group and Team Rocket, Lilian and her crew were allowed to make any one request from the Pokemon League and they would do their best to fulfill it. Even auxiliary members like Kerry.
Although, after ...
2025-06-14 11:01:02 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 167
“I AM THE KING OF THE WORLDDDD!!!”
Nina was at the bow of the S.S. Anne, Brucey embracing her from behind with his wings and acting as her partner.
All around her, there were fellow passengers passing by, snickering at the silly girl. While E...
2025-06-14 11:00:08 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 171
Both Nina and Kerry sighed as they submerged themselves in the inn’s hot spring, not out of content, but out of disappointment as they allowed the soothing spring water to wash away the day’s weariness.
Their journey into the Cinnabar Volcano was quite fr...
2025-06-12 11:01:02 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 166
“Are you sure about this, Kerr?” Nina asked. “Most people leave their home Gyms for last.” Even Nina wasn’t an exception to this.
The girl had deliberately flown all the way to Vermilion City during her break just to cheer for her friend who was abo...
2025-06-12 11:00:11 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 170
They got lost a few times. Since the wild Pokemon conveyed their instructions via vague imagery, and most of the fiery caverns looked much the same to Nina and her companions.
But eventually, they reached it — a natural geothermal spring hidden deep within ...
2025-06-09 11:01:02 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 165
Nina sighed. “Espy, it’s not nice to call people names like that…” But what was next depended on Forrest, which ended up being a Kabutops. So Nina called Espy to come back and sent out Brucey instead.
Gastly wasn’t much of a battler but Brucey would...
2025-06-09 11:00:10 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 169
“Are you sure you want to do this, Nina?” Kerry asked, voice full of apprehension.
Nina returned her friend’s concern with a confident nod. “Yup, Blaine isn’t at his Gym so I want to cover all my bases before giving up. Besides, didn’t you say you...
2025-06-07 11:01:02 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 164
Nina's next pick was Sir Clodington, who came out fuming with rage, the Dragon Scale buried under the skin of his forehead gleaming a subtle iridescent light. The loyal knight cried in his usual baritone voice, eager to avenge Nitey, the subject of his devotion.
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2025-06-07 11:00:11 +0000 UTC
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Author's Note:
After a month of procrastination, I finally finished writing Chapter 200 alongside a very lengthy Chapter 201.
It was originally supposed to be a 0.5 bonus chapter just like what I did with Ch 100 previously. But I got ahead of myself and wrote too much. The chapter was...
2025-06-05 11:01:01 +0000 UTC
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Author's Note:
After a month of procrastination, I finally finished writing Chapter 200 alongside a very lengthy Chapter 201.
It was originally supposed to be a 0.5 bonus chapter just like what I did with Ch 100 previously. But I got ahead of myself and wrote too much. The chapter was...
2025-06-05 11:00:08 +0000 UTC
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Author's Note:
Winners of the poll are Monday, Thursday and Saturday. So that'll be the new release schedule from now on.
Thanks to everyone who voted.
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Chapter 167
“I AM THE KING OF THE WORLDDDD!!!”
Nina was at the bow of the...
2025-06-02 11:01:01 +0000 UTC
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Author's Note:
Winners of the poll are Monday, Thursday and Saturday.
So that'll be the new release schedule from now on. Thank you to everyone who voted.
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Chapter 162
Nina gently reached out to caress the withered hand laying atop the yellowe...
2025-06-02 11:00:12 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 166
“Are you sure about this, Kerr?” Nina asked. “Most people leave their home Gyms for last.” Even Nina wasn’t an exception to this.
The girl had deliberately flown all the way to Vermilion City during her break just to cheer for her friend who was abo...
2025-06-01 11:01:01 +0000 UTC
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Author's Note:
As I am setting up this post, it seems that the poll on the release schedule is trending towards Monday, Thursday and Saturday.
Hence there will be a new chapter as soon as tomorrow (Monday)
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Chapter 161
Nina shut her eyes and allowed ...
2025-06-01 11:00:10 +0000 UTC
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Pick Only 3 Options!
Wednesday is a no go for me personally. Hence why that isn't an option.
I'm usually so busy on Wednesdays that I can barely keep my head above water.
Reminder that going forwards we'll be slowing down and doing 2-3 chapter releases per week ...
2025-05-31 11:00:09 +0000 UTC
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Author's note:
I'm back from vacation!
And recovering from jetlag, probably the worse I've dealt with in all my life. Your body really just starts to fail once you hit your 30s so enjoy your youth while you still got it, folks.
Anyways, I may or may not write up a travel blog as...
2025-05-30 11:00:13 +0000 UTC
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I am back from vacation!
And the only thing in my mind is how I can make the time to play Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. I have heard nothing but good things and was even tempted to pull the trigger on a Steam Deck just so that I could play during my trip.
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2025-05-27 11:00:04 +0000 UTC
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Author's note:
Unlocking this early because I'm about to get on a long flight. Advance chapter for Coffee Tier will be coming at the regular time.
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Leanette felt a gnawing sensation in her bones as they came up to the Silver Mountain Daycare, her shoulders stif...
2025-05-25 11:00:11 +0000 UTC
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Author's note:
I'm really bad with chapter names. Seriously, how does everyone else do it?
Edit: Sorry for being slightly late with the unlock. I lost track of time.
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“Mghh…”
Nina released her stretch, awakening in a monochrome world; b...
2025-05-23 11:00:14 +0000 UTC
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Author's Note:
The title is a Game of Thrones reference. Seriously, when is that last book coming out, George?
Also, I am unlocking this early because I have a moment to spare right now.
In fact, I just got out of the onsen and am currently regretting life for eating so much of ...
2025-05-20 11:01:03 +0000 UTC
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Author's note:
I am going on vacation this week. But I've gone ahead and scheduled all the chapter beforehand, so there won't be any interruptions.
Next side stories are going to come out on the following dates;
Fri (23rd)
Sun (25th)
Tues (27th) - this will also be t...
2025-05-20 11:00:11 +0000 UTC
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Author's note:
Yes, you are seeing this correctly. This original story is free to everyone, including the free members.
The only thing I ask is that you provide me with some feedback on this...
2025-05-18 11:00:11 +0000 UTC
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