Chapter 39: He Doesn’t Eat Coriander

Chapter 39: Chapter 39: He Doesn’t Eat Coriander

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Cynthia wore an intellectual, elegant smile. Her eyes looked gentle and lovely as she answered Julian’s question.

"Flygon is known as the Desert Spirit because the sound of its wings beating resembles a beautiful woman’s singing."

"And it has also mastered Dragon Dance, which suits the development of Dragon-type Pokémon very well. It is indeed an excellent Pokémon."

For some reason, Julian felt that beneath Cassia’s warm and friendly smile, there was a hint of killing intent.

"But... I choose Garchomp."

Julian still braced himself and continued asking, "Can I know why?"

Cynthia nodded.

"Garchomp is one of Sinnoh’s representative Pokémon. As someone from Sinnoh, of course I should support Garchomp."

Maylene also nodded along.

"Right. We should support Garchomp too."

Cynthia kept her calm smile.

"Then, between Flygon, who can use Dragon Dance, and Garchomp, who can’t use Dragon Dance, which one do you prefer, Julian?"

At a time like this, could Julian say he liked Flygon?

He was not stupid.

"Of course Garchomp! Garchomp is so cool. Once those two big shark fins come chopping down, how could Flygon survive?"

Julian blinked.

He remembered that after Garchomp Mega Evolved...

It seemed precisely because its wings melted into enormous scythes that although Garchomp’s Attack rose sharply, its striking speed slowed.

Cynthia narrowed her eyes.

She felt that Julian was thinking something rather impolite.

The three waited in the tea room until eleven, but no challenger came to the door.

Julian then said, "It’s about time. I found a nice restaurant in Veilstone City. Let’s go and see whether it tastes as good as everyone says."

Cassia smiled.

"I’ve come to Veilstone City so many times, and you’ve always hosted me. This time, I’ll pay for the restaurant."

"This..." Julian hesitated.

Cynthia smiled.

"Don’t argue with me. Although historians don’t earn much, I can still afford one meal."

Julian reluctantly nodded.

"All right."

Cynthia rubbed Maylene’s head.

"Maylene, what do you want to eat?"

"Ah?"

Maylene shook her head.

"My friends invited me to hang out this afternoon, so I won’t go, right?"

Cynthia narrowed her eyes.

"I drove here. Wherever you’re going, Maylene, I can take you. There’s still time for a meal."

Julian, you used Garchomp not knowing Dragon Dance to annoy me.

Then I will deliberately bring Maylene along and disturb your date plan.

I was the one who suggested this date plan.

How could I not know how to ruin it?

This time, just watch me mess you up.

Cynthia was not some delicate queen.

She had plenty of strength and methods.

This time, Cynthia had not driven her red sports car to Veilstone City, but a green off-road vehicle.

Following Julian’s directions, the three arrived at a luxuriously decorated restaurant.

"Kalos cuisine. I quite like it."

A smile tugged at Cynthia’s lips.

She remembered that once, Julian had mentioned to her that Maylene was picky with food.

But because Julian was responsible for buying groceries, he was not picky.

However...

Julian did not eat coriander.

And Kalos cuisine had quite a few dishes seasoned with coriander.

Kalos coriander mashed potatoes.

Kalos coriander stewed chicken.

Kalos coriander butter-seared steak.

Kalos coriander roasted bass.

Kalos coriander seafood soup.

Kalos coriander lamb tagine.

The corner of Julian’s eye twitched.

Why had Cassia ordered so many coriander-seasoned dishes?

How was he supposed to eat this?

After ordering, Cynthia turned and handed the menu to Maylene.

"Maylene, see if there’s anything else you like."

Holding the menu, Maylene read through the whole thing, then finally ordered only pan-fried lamb chops and crème caramel.

"That’s enough."

Normally, Cynthia should have handed the menu to Julian next and let him order two dishes.

But she did not give him the chance.

She simply wanted Julian to eat a few more mouthfuls of coriander.

When the food arrived, the strong smell of coriander made Julian unable to resist wanting to frown.

Seeing his expression, Cynthia knew that Julian really did dislike coriander.

Cynthia smiled.

"What’s wrong? Julian, do you not like the dishes I ordered?"

Faced with her question, Julian could only force out a smile.

"How could that be? I really like coriander."

Cynthia immediately cut a piece of roasted chicken, dipped it in plenty of coriander sauce, and placed it in Julian’s bowl.

"Since you like it, eat more."

Julian’s eyes widened.

He picked up the chicken and stuffed it into his mouth.

Then he revealed a satisfied smile.

"Delicious!"

Maylene tried a piece too, and her eyes widened happily.

"So coriander is this good! Then why didn’t our family put coriander in our cooking before?"

Julian was crying inside.

Of course it’s because your brother does not like coriander

Every time a dish came up, Cynthia enthusiastically placed a large portion into Julian’s bowl.

Maylene smiled like someone watching romance bloom. She thought this was proof that Cassia was interested in her brother.

She had no idea that Cynthia was repaying grievances and taking revenge, using coriander to madly assault Julian’s nerves.

Julian not only could not refuse, he had to smile and flatter her against his will.

Cynthia was enjoying herself immensely.

But on the surface, she did not reveal anything.

"Maylene likes coriander? Then let’s order two more dishes."

"Waiter."

Julian numbly stuffed coriander mashed potatoes into his mouth. Inside, he was already crying rivers.

No.

Please.

Do not order more.

Cynthia smiled and ordered two more dishes, even specially instructing the waiter, "Please ask the chef to add extra coriander. My little sister likes it very much."

By the time the meal ended, Julian felt his soul had floated away and his tongue had died.

Seeing his appearance, Cynthia could not help covering her mouth and secretly laughing.

Knowing Dragon Dance was amazing, was it?

After leaving the restaurant, Cynthia asked, "Maylene, where did you arrange to meet your friends? I’ll drive you."

Maylene waved a hand.

"No need. You and Julian go have fun. I can go by myself."

After saying that, Maylene ran off.

Cynthia looked at Julian.

"Julian, where are we going now?"

Julian barely pulled back a few threads of his spirit and followed the planned procedure.

"There’s a nice pottery studio in Veilstone City where you can make your own ceramics."

"There’s also a flower-arranging class where you can learn floral arrangement. We can go to whichever one you like."

Cynthia smiled faintly.

"Either is fine. You decide."

"Then let’s go to the pottery studio. The ceramics we make can be displayed at home, or we can make a cup to drink from."

Cynthia frowned slightly.

"If we make pottery, we have to touch clay. Mud can easily dirty clothes, right?"

Julian smiled.

"Then we’ll go to the flower-arranging class."

Cynthia shook her head again.

"I prefer appreciating the natural beauty of flowers on their branches. Cutting them down for flower arrangement doesn’t make them more beautiful."

Julian froze.

How was he supposed to solve this situation?

Teacher had not taught him this part.

Cynthia shook her head internally.

She had told him to find a pottery studio or a flower-arranging class, and he really only found those two?

Doing things this rigidly.

How was he supposed to find a girlfriend?

Today, she would teach him a proper lesson and let him know that pursuing a girl was not that simple.

Especially when he had already offended her.

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