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Chapter 152: Mini Dragon, Successfully Captured!
Chapter 152: Mini Dragon, Successfully Captured!
"Can you actually capture a Pokemon in the Dragon Sanctuary?"
The next day.
On their way back to the "Dragon Cave" with Koga and Chiharu, Koga shared this "good news" with Jing He.
"I didn't tell you about the Dragon Trial yesterday because I was afraid you'd worry," Koga said, scratching the back of his head with a hearty laugh.
He then explained the details of the Dragon Trial.
After listening, Jing He couldn't help but rub his forehead.
What a mess.
He was already struggling to support Gengar, Gligar, and Stunky, and capturing another Pokemon would only add to his financial burden. However, the thought of passing up such a great opportunity was also painful.
After all, the Dragon Sanctuary was home to many Dragon-type Pokemon, including some near-legendary ones like Dragonite. Any trainer would be ecstatic for such an opportunity.
But the question was, could he afford to raise a near-legendary Pokemon with his current financial situation?
Just look at how Cynthia raised her Garchomp. She had asked Jing He to order a batch of "Dragon Scales" for Garchomp, and the payment was a staggering five million! And that was just for a short period of food.
Gengar, being a glutton like a Snorlax, was a significant expense. Ice Tail, though small, had a considerable appetite and required a high-quality "Ice Stone" and "Mind Seed" for meditation. Little Blacksmith, who had a modest appetite, evolved into a Forretress and developed a passion for fitness, significantly increasing his food intake. Forretress was also obsessed with hammering metal, which added up to even more expenses than the "Ice Stone" needed by Ice Tail.
Of course, the most important point was that all three of them would eventually evolve.
Jing He couldn't even imagine how much his daily expenses would increase then.
Adding a near-legendary Pokemon to that mix...
Jing He: I never expected Koga to be the one to hit me with this financial burden!
He silently made a note of this in his mind.
He would have to tell Kona about "dragon scales" later.
However, Jing He had his own principles.
Just because he had the opportunity to capture a rare Dragon-type Pokemon, or even a near-legendary one, didn't mean he had to do it.
After all, it was about mutual consent. While forced capture wasn't wrong, it wasn't something he approved of.
Pokemon had the right to choose their trainers.
So, he made a decision.
If he didn't find the right one, he would rather not capture a Pokemon and waste the opportunity.
"Roar~~"
As soon as they arrived at the flower field in the Dragon Sanctuary, they heard the sound of a Mini Dragon.
It was rubbing its body against a moss-covered rock, its face tense.
Dragonite stood nearby, watching with a smile.
Soon, Mini Dragon's body started to emit a faint glow, and its skin began to wrinkle. As it moved, the skin turned white and slowly peeled off.
"So it's shedding its skin," Jing He realized.
"Mini Dragons shed their skin periodically, which is a sign of growth," Koga explained with a smile.
Legend had it that the skin shed by Mini Dragons could be used to make ultra-high-quality boots, which would significantly increase a trainer's walking speed.
"Chirp~~"
Gengar, intrigued by the new object, floated over and picked up the shed skin. His eyes twinkled mischievously as his body transformed into black mist and slowly entered the skin.
Soon, a Mini Dragon disguised by Gengar appeared before Jing He and the others.
"Chirp chirp chirp chirp~~"
Gengar laughed triumphantly.
Mini Dragon, finding this new sight fascinating, circled around Gengar, examining him from all angles.
Jing He smiled.
Come to think of it, this Mini Dragon wasn't bad at all.
Despite its unpredictable luck, it had a knack for turning the tide in battles, which could greatly compensate for Jing He's shortcomings. Moreover, it was a rare "overnourished" Pokemon, suggesting it might not have as high a food demand.
At least not for now.
Finally, and most importantly, this Mini Dragon had the heart of a "great Dragon-type Pokemon." It must have been influenced by its father, often repeating this phrase, indicating a strong sense of honor.
It wouldn't mix with the "outlaw rascals" like Gengar, Gligar, and Stunky.
This was what Jing He valued the most.
It was easy to be influenced by bad company, but it was rare to remain pure despite the surroundings.
However, the main task for today was to check on Gyarados's condition and adjust the subsequent treatment plan.
Looking at the huge red figure sleeping soundly, it was clear that its condition had improved significantly since yesterday.
A good, long sleep was the best way to recover.
Now, it was time to wake up.
"Mini Dragon, I need your help again."
Jing He turned to call Mini Dragon, only to find it already waiting by his side, eager to help.
Mini Dragon's awakening service.
Zap—
"Roar!!!"
Poor Gyarados.
Jing He couldn't help but smile at the sight.
As he laughed, he sprayed Mini Dragon with a healing mist.
Just now, Gyarados had awakened from the "Mini Dragon awakening service." The partially recovered Gyarados, after feeling "despair," now felt "anger."
This was undoubtedly good news.
Putting Gyarados back to sleep was relatively smooth, as a few rounds of hammering from Forretress made it compliant.
However, after Gyarados fell asleep, a careless flip of its tail accidentally hit the Mini Dragon who was watching from the side.
The little guy was sent flying over three meters away.
Fortunately, Gyarados was asleep, and Mini Dragon's body was tough enough to withstand the impact.
"Yinwu!"
Mini Dragon bit its lip, showing a face of determination, insisting it didn't hurt at all!
Even though tears were welling up in its eyes.
Today, Gyarados' injuries weren't severe. After treating it, Kado walked over and plopped down beside them.
Just as he was about to speak, Jing He said,
"Don't worry, Gyarados is recovering well. In a couple of days, it should enter a more stable phase. At that point, you'll need to take more responsibility as its trainer."
Kado nodded earnestly.
His thoughts aligned with Jing He's.
Since he had captured Gyarados, he would take full responsibility for it.
However, he quickly caught the key point in Jing He's words.
"Two days?"
Mini Dragon perked up its ears.
Jing He clapped his hands, signaling that Mini Dragon was fine, and smiled.
"I'll wait until Gyarados stabilizes before I leave."
After discussing Gyarados' condition and some important points, they prepared to leave the Dragon's Sanctuary.
Mini Dragon listened quietly from the side, its expression complex and hesitant.
When it looked to Dragonite for help, Dragonite leaned against a tree with its arms crossed, eyes closed, pretending not to see.
This was something Mini Dragon had to decide on its own.
"Yinwu~~"
Watching Jing He walk away with Kado, especially seeing the friendly conversations between Gastly, Kleavor, and Froslass, Mini Dragon's eyes gradually grew firm.
Although it might take a few more days,
a "great Dragon-type Pokemon" never hesitates!
Snap!
Just as Jing He was about to leave the flower field, his wrist was tightly wrapped by a tail.
Hmm?
Turning back, he saw Mini Dragon with a serious and determined expression.
"Yinwu~~"
Kado and Sakura very tactfully stepped back.
"I thought it could hold out for one more day," Sakura whispered.
Kado smiled confidently, "Pokemon and trainers choose and attract each other."
"Oohohoh—Finally made a decision, huh?"
The "Dragon Elder," with his hands clasped behind his back and a bent waist, appeared in the Dragon's Sanctuary, a smile on his face.
"You want to follow me?"
Jing He, reading Mini Dragon's eyes, was slightly taken aback.
A mix of emotions surged within him—joy and worry.
The worry, of course, was about his wallet.
But no matter what, he couldn't let this opportunity slip away.
Jing He squatted down and took out an empty Luxury Ball.
"Yinwu!"
But Mini Dragon's tail stopped his hand holding the Luxury Ball, and it called out seriously again.
"Do you want to battle?" Jing He was taken aback.
Then he laughed.
Excellent!
A Pokemon that follows the rules is exactly what he wanted.
Mini Dragon's gaze swept over the grinning Gastly, the innocent-eyed Froslass, and the hammer-wielding Kleavor.
"Uu?"
Seeing Mini Dragon's gaze land on it, Froslass was slightly taken aback.
"Challenging the Ice-type Froslass, quite the high spirit," the Dragon Elder chuckled.
"I knew it was strong-willed, but I didn't expect this much," Sakura added.
"Yinwu?"
Mini Dragon's expression froze.
Ice-type?
Could such a cute little fox also battle?
Choosing Froslass was the result of some "deep thought."
It had witnessed Gastly defeating Sakura's Charizard and Kleavor knocking out Gyarados.
Both seemed formidable.
Only the soft and cute Froslass seemed like an easy opponent.
Looking at Mini Dragon's expression, Jing He's eyes grew increasingly strange.
Did I misjudge this?
"Uu—"
Froslass jumped from his arms and called out softly to Mini Dragon.
"Yinwu!" Mini Dragon responded with a burst of electricity.
No matter what, let's battle first!
Snowflakes began to fall, and the temperature around them dropped. Froslass took a step forward, its expression growing serious.
Facing a Pokemon that could stand up to a raging Gyarados, it had to be serious.
"Uu—"
Eyes glowing, a terrifying "Blizzard" swept out.
"Yin, Yinwu!"
In the howling snow, Mini Dragon's body stiffened.
Its skin, which had recently molted, was very delicate and was now suddenly covered in ice.
Crack, crack, crack—
Ice formed on its body.
"Six."
Jing He quickly called off Froslass, stopping it from continuing the attack.
As the "Blizzard" dissipated, revealing the ice-encased Mini Dragon, the "Dragon Elder" gave a serious critique.
"Brave indeed!"
Jing He took a deep breath and threw the Luxury Ball.
Whether or not his judgment was off,
the feeling that Mini Dragon had chosen him was right.
Snap!
The Luxury Ball opened, and a red light flashed, pulling Mini Dragon inside.
Thud!
Without much shaking or flashing, the Luxury Ball locked with a resounding click.
Mini Dragon, successfully captured!
Jing He took a deep breath.
A thousand-year-old ghost, a thousand-year-old fox, a dragon, and a berserker.
It feels like I've put together a team to outlast the ages.
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