A month had passed since the Jewel Meat incident.

Kimiko and her restaurant had been bustling as the Lunch Rush was dying down, and she went to check on her garden for the ripe fruits and veggies for the day.

"We've been busy lately, huh Empoleon?" Kimiko spoke to her partner who nodded.

She thought back to last week after she went to get some Wulstar Sauce Fruit and had was visited by the IGO's Uumen for a favor.

To get Dohem of Roto to change his mind on the Gourmet Summit with bubbly tuna made from a Mermaituna.

Although they were surprised that the two already knew each other!

"Dohem-san! Never thought I'd see you here."

"Kimiko-sama? My, has it been 15 years already? How's the family?"

"They're all fine, Himura's studying to be a general and Daichi will be the next king in three years." 

With the Wulstar Sauce, Kimiko helped win Dohem's favor.

And with some promises from the IGO to keep her creatures safe, her modest restaurant gained 5 stars in one day!

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Although, Kimiko was about to gain three familiar guests.....

Toriko, Sani, and Coco all arrived simultaneously to visit the young chef.

"Toriko, Coco and Sani. What brings you all here?" She asked.

"I wanted to see how you were doing, Kimiko-chan." Coco smiled.

"Ah! Darn it Coco. I wanted to say that line. Stealing my beautiful thunder...." Sani muttered.

"I was hoping to get something to eat here. I remember you don't need reservations, right?" Toriko asked.

"Oh, I have a table available on the roof, no one is using it."

Now the three men are up on the restaurant roof having a nice array of meals.

Sani settled for Greengrass Bruscetta.

Coco had a Glossifleur Combo Plate.

Toriko........well.........he ordered one of everything.......

"MHH! Delicious! No matter how much I have it, I can't stop after one bite." Toriko said in delight.

"Geez, don't talk with your mouth full. It ruins the beauty of this scene..........A delicate salad made with pieces of Jewel Meat, Evergreengrass lettuce, and delightomato. The plants and garden on the rooftop of the restaurant giving a rustic yet homey feel within the boundaries of the forest with a warm but gentle breeze." 

Then they hear a hauntingly beautiful sound played by Pansage with its grass whistle closeby.

"And to complete it, a haunting but calming melody of a grass whistle to give the sense of reconnecting with nature. Now this is harmony!" Sani finished.

But Toriko kept stuffing his face.

"Geez, stuffing his face as usual..." Coco shook his head with a smile.

Kimiko smiled as she came back as they finished their meals.

"Glad you enjoyed it..............I normally don't ask, but if you would like.......I can show you around my garden and home." Kimiko said to their surprise.

"Eh? Your home?" Coco asked, a little surprised.

Kimiko nods as Gardevoir appeared with Empoleon. "Gardevoir, care to do the honors?"

"Gard." Gardevoir nodded as they found themselves in a different area.

In fact, the house was on a distant patch of islands from the shore, surrounded by an impenetrable fog for Kimiko's Pokemon to thrive safely.

"So you own the islands here?" Coco asked.

"Yeah, but I normally let my staff come here if they are trustworthy enough not to steal my companions." Kimiko smiled as she gave a box to Gardevoir to share with Gallade who strolled by.

Toriko realized he did not pull up data on them yet. 

'Gardevoir, the Embrace Beast. A psychic/fairy type, and the final evolved form of Ralts. Capture Level: Unknown.

Gardevoir can see the future using its psychic powers. Its telekinetic powers enable it to lift objects and support itself without feeling the pull of gravity. Additionally, it can create small black holes, distort dimensions, and fire a destructive energy wave. Gardevoir's power reaches its peak when protecting its Trainer, whom it will protect with its life, even at the risk of death. 

Gallade, the Blade Beast. A psychic/fighting type. The final evolved form of a male Ralts. Capture Level: Unknown.

It is a master of courtesy and swordsmanship capable of predicting its foe's moves, allowing it to strike preemptively. True to Gallade's honorable warrior image, it is just as protective of its Trainer as its counterpart, Gardevoir, using the blades on its elbows to defend. The shoulder blades are said to be sharper than even the best swords. Gallade is known to be sharply aware of a person's wish for help and seeks out those who need its assistance in battle, fighting savagely with fast and fierce attacks. It is capable of teaching itself swordsmanship at an impressive rate.'

"Amazing. Even I can sense their strong electromagnetic waves." Coco said.

"Yeah, they're the best when in sync with each other." Kimiko said as the Pansage from before jumped on her shoulder. "Panpan!"

And another Pokemon just walked up, her Tropius.

"Whoa, who are these guys?" Toriko asked using the dex.

'Pansage, the Grass Monkey Beast. A grass type, Capture Level: Unknown.

There is a broccoli-like sprout atop its head. In the sprout's foliage are three yellow, tapered seed-like shapes. If eaten, the leaves in this sprout can alleviate exhaustion. Pansage dwells deep in the forest, where it collects berries to share with its friends.

Tropius, the Fruit Beast. A grass/flying type. Capture Level: Unknown.

 It possesses large, broad green leaves on its back, which it uses for flight and for sugar production via photosynthesis. Despite being very big and bulky, it is surprisingly maneuverable in the air. It uses its neck for reaching treetops to gorge on its most favored fruit. Since it ate only this kind of fruit continuously, its own fruit began to grow around its neck. These yellow, banana-like fruits can be picked and consumed by other Pokémon or humans, and grow twice a year because of the rapid production of sugar in Tropius's leaves. Its fruit is a popular snack with children.'

Tropius bent her neck to the three men with a smile.

"It looks like Tropius is offering her fruit to you." Kimiko said with a smile.

Surprised, but they accept the offer.

"Itadakimasu." Toriko said before he took a bite. "Yummy! It feels like I took a bite of a mango and melon mixed with creamy vanilla while still maintaining an earthy flavor!"

"Delish! Not only does it taste good, its packed with more fiber and vitamins than a regular banana! The perfect balance of sweetness and nutrition!" Sani added.

"I can see why its fruit is favored with children." Coco nodded.

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Although it had to end soon, two of the boys had to get going.

Coco and Sani got teleported back to the restaurant while Toriko decided it was the best time to ask.

though as the two of them were at her house as she had to find something for the restaurant as Toriko made them close for the rest of the day due to his appetite, he spotted something on a coffee table.

'Night Raven College Yearbook?' Toriko thought. He was a little curious, which got the better of him. 

Opening it, he found Kimiko's photo. She looked the same, but her hair was longer then, reaching to her waist and in a braid.

She was also dressed in a private school outfit, consisting of a black coat and skirt reaching past her knees, black tights, a white dress shirt, and a black and white striped tie. On her left bicep there was a piece of ribbon in orange and red with a crest. She also wore a strawhat which was out of place for her outfit.

The crest had a shield with a skull and crossbones mark like on a pirate flag, but it looked more cartoony and had a straw hat. Underneath it was the sun peaking out from an ocean, with the surface of the ocean reflecting the moon instead of the sun. A banner between the jolly roger and the sun had 'Kaizoufinder' on it.

In another photo, Kimiko was in a group photo with other people, fellow students. 

They were a ruby-haired male, a brown-haired female, and a boy with Tyrian purple hair, but then there were odd ones like a girl with orange-black hair and cat ears and tail, a male with black/green hair and horns, a girl with fangs, a boy with snake scales on his arms, and one with blue hair that acted like whisps of fire. 

They were in a photo with victory signs as they had a trophy from a competition that they won. in the VDC.

They also came from different dorms, as Toriko could guess.

Founded on the Severity of the Queen of Hearts, Heartslabyl. The boy with ruby hair.

Founded on the Stubbornness of the King of Beasts, Savannaclaw. The cat girl.

Founded on the Mercy of the Sea Witch, Octavinelle. The girl with fangs.

Founded on the Careful Planning of the Desert Sorceror, Scarabia. The boy with snake scales.

Founded on the Determination of the Beautiful Queen, Pomefiore. The male with purple hair.

Founded on the Diligence of the King of the Underworld, Ignihyde. The one with whisp hair.

Founded on the Nobility of the Thorn Fairy, Diasomina. The male with horns.

Founded on the Charisma of the Gentleman Ghost, Ramshackle. The brown-haired female.

And the latest addition...

Founded on the Liberating Will of the Pirate King and Queen, Kaizoufinder. Which Kimiko was in.

'Strange names for dorms, but they are creative...' Toriko thought.

Then he heard Kimiko heading back, and closed the book.

"Ah, Kimiko, if you're not busy. I was wondering if you would like to join me on a trip next week."

"To where?"

"I'm having a meeting with an old friend in Gourmet Town."

"Gourmet Town? I haven't been there since I was little." Kimiko smiled. "Sure I'll go. Will it be formal, considering you're you."

"Yeah. But don't worry, I'm sure you'll look alright Kimi."

"Kimi?"

"Ack, uh sorry-"Toriko tried to cover it but Kimiko smiled.

"It's alright, I don't mind. My classmates used to call me Kimi as a nickname too." 

Toriko smiled, happy he didn't mess up.

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In another place.......

A shady group of people were having a meal amongst an important meeting.

"Are we still waiting on stragglers?" A prominent chef with a mustache said to the men at the table.

"We're still waiting on Tommyrod, Grinpatch, and Elg of Branch 1, sir," a white-haired male said.

Another person with large earlobes was peeling a banana. "The one vice-chef here is Starjun."

"Head Chef," Starjun said. "If this meeting is to discuss the failure of Jewel Meat, I take full responsibility." He remembered how he lost to Kimiko.

But then Joejoe spoke up. "No, the GT robot failed to transmit your full power, sir."

Cedre of Branch Six grumbled. "geez, your tin cans even kept me from getting the job done too."

"Actually, I analyzed the data, and yours worked fine. Sani simply beat you."

But then Starjun slammed the table with his fist, making the food go up.

"A real chef doesn't blame their kitchen tools. It's because I wanted to test the Jupitarian princess's power." He said as the food got sucked up by Grinpatch, who just appeared.

"Hey, it ain't bad. Who wouldn't want to see a non-Earthing's fighting skills for real. Especially Toriko. The Jewel Meat evolved him to the next level. He even destroyed my straw! If they keep this up, they'll make it in the Gourmet World yet!" He said. "By the way, I was unable to retrieve any robots, but I got some BB Corn as compensation."

After Kuromado mentioned the GOD ingredient's imminent appearance and Yuu mentioned Century Soup, a new person appeared with a Cheshire cat smile.

"So, a Jupitarian princess made contact with three of the Heavenly Kings? Very interesting." The person was a female with violet hair and moth wings. 

"Ambrosia. Assistant advisor of the Gourmet World Branch. We did not know you would be here." Joejoe said.

"The Jupitarian princess is a rare being, as rare as any other elusive ingrediant, especially concerning her pedigree. Tell me, have you any idea of her background beyond her royal blood?" She asked as the men gained confused looks. "If I'm right, GOD  won't be the only thing we'll be fighting over....heeheehee.....a new Gourmet Era will be approaching us before we know it, silent then blowing in like a 'storm.'"

"What do you mean by that?" Kuromado asked, as she got his attention.

Ambrosia's grin widened. "Tell me gentlemen..................

Have any of you heard of the Clan of D.?"

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Next, we'll be heading into Gourmet Town! 

Things are getting interesting!

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