12. The Sevestar Prince Darker Version

Chapter 82

(Flashback)

Upon reflection, Alice speaks up, "Have we thought about disguising ourselves for Ice-type?"

Ash inquires, "That sounds like a good idea, I wonder what kind of disguise will we make?"

They decide to experiment with the idea, transforming their appearance to have grey hair and donning light blue outfits. Alice then poses the question, "What should we do with this disguise?"

Ash ponders for a moment before suggesting, "Maybe our friends can come up with some ideas?"

They return to the castle, where they discover that Lillie has been informed of their new disguises. As they discuss their dilemma with the group, Helen chimes in, "Perhaps you could become ice cream makers? Working with ice is their specialty."

Reisa offers another suggestion, "Or you could try your hand at ice skating."

Ash hesitates and sweatdrops, remarking, "I'm not sure if those are viable ideas... They seem more like hobbies than occupations..."

Lillie raises her hand and suggests, "Well, I don't fully understand how your disguises work, but have you considered ice sculpting?"

Ash and Alice's eyes widen with excitement. Ash exclaims, "That's a great idea! Ice sculpting sounds like a lot of fun!"

Alice adds, "Especially since our home is always covered in snow, it's the perfect fit!"

Eve interjects, "Now that you've found your new occupations, what names will you go by?"

Ash responds, "We're considering... How about Cole and Aurora?"

Alice smiles, "Those are some good names you have there."

Ash raises a concern, "But there's one issue... If we pursue ice sculpting, how will we sell our creations?"

Alice offers an alternative, "Perhaps we don't have to sell them as souvenirs. Instead, we can use our sculptures to craft various artistic pieces."

After a week of meticulous planning, and with the assistance of Snowbelle City's Gym Leader, Wulfric, Ash and Alice successfully establish their first Ice House. With Wulfric's guidance, they secure an ideal location to create their unique ice-themed attraction. Inside the Ice House, an array of intricately crafted ice creations awaits, including ice target boards, ice shurikens, ice skates with their own ice skating field, and various other frosty wonders.

Word quickly spreads about the Ice House, drawing a crowd of curious visitors eager to experience the marvels of ice firsthand. People are astonished by the possibilities that ice offers within these frozen walls. Ash and Alice take turns overseeing the Ice House, sometimes appearing in the Crown Tundra of the Galar Region, while other times, they can be found near Lake Acuity. Each location offers different games and items for sale, and the ever-changing nature of their offerings adds an element of excitement and unpredictability that keeps visitors coming back for more. The element of randomness in the Ice House's offerings becomes a major attraction, and it captures the hearts of all who visit.

As Ash and Alice set up the Ice House near the Ice Cavern in the Johto Region, they decide to adopt a theme centered around ice fishing and an ice restaurant. However, during their preparations, a boy with distinctive yellow hair enters the room, causing Alice to gasp softly.

Ash, with a subtle hint of jealousy, inquires, "Alice? Do you know that boy?"

Alice, while splitting herself and adopting her Alice form, replies, "His name is Bryce; he's my cousin." She greets the boy warmly, "Bryce! Is that really you?"