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Chapter 252: The Ice Stone That Broke the Bank
Chapter 252: The Ice Stone That Broke the Bank
After hearing Mr. Bend's story, Jinghe had confirmed the source of Dream Eater's Nightmare, but faced with the Nightmare God, Darkrai, he was at a loss.
He could only choose to wait and see, and if Dream Eater had similar issues in the future, he could seek Mr. Bend's help again.
At Mr. Bend's and Mrs. Shannon's invitation, Jinghe and Da'ou enjoyed a simple yet delicious home-cooked meal.
Admittedly, he truly enjoyed this slow-paced rural life.
On their way back, Jinghe received a text message from the bank.
【Your account has received a deposit of 500,000 Alliance Coins. Remaining balance: 4,036,723 Alliance Coins】
A single transaction of 500,000 Alliance Coins, just for a regular hypnosis treatment.
Mr. Bend's and Mrs. Shannon's generosity left Jinghe speechless.
At the same time, Jinghe realized that to live a carefree life, he needed financial freedom; otherwise, he might soon face collective hunger.
However, Jinghe expressed that he still preferred these "common" patients.
If only everyone could be a little more "common."
For the first time, his bank balance exceeded four million, and Jinghe's ambitions grew.
"Da'ou, you know a lot about stones. Do you know where I can buy a high-quality Ice Stone?" Jinghe asked in the car.
Da'ou, who was browsing his phone, paused and thought for a moment before replying, "The highest quality Ice Stone? Teacher, that's not cheap. I have a way to get it for you."
Before he could finish, Jinghe interrupted him with an outstretched hand.
At that moment, Jinghe wished he wasn't Da'ou's teacher.
That way, he wouldn't have to refuse the Pokemon world's most generous "Spendthrift."
But as Da'ou's teacher, he could accept small gifts, but accepting a top-quality Ice Stone... he couldn't bring himself to do it.
So, Jinghe forced himself to suppress his impulse and said, "Just tell me the price."
"The highest quality Ice Stone, if Teacher wants to buy it..."
Da'ou knew Jinghe's character well and understood that he wouldn't want to take it for free. So, he reluctantly said, "Four million."
The teacher was indeed strong-willed.
Four million?!
How did you know my bank balance?
If I spend it all on one Ice Stone, I'll only have a little over three million Alliance Coins left.
But Jinghe also knew that Da'ou's price was the cheapest in the entire Pokemon world, without a doubt.
Seeing Jinghe's expression, Da'ou asked softly, "Should I pay for part of it in advance, Teacher?"
Jinghe clenched his teeth.
"No need, buy it!"
Just four million for a top-quality Ice Stone, it's definitely a good deal!
It's just a small amount!
The drama's popularity was high, and Jinghe believed the profits wouldn't disappoint him.
Although the Six-Tailed Pokemon was still undecided about evolving, Jinghe couldn't afford to be unprepared.
"Ow~~"
The Six-Tailed Pokemon blinked its light blue, pure eyes and chirped sweetly.
Early the next morning, Jinghe received a package from Big Beak.
Surprisingly, it wasn't a Pidove or Unfezant, leaving Gramps and the Gigaton Smith slightly disappointed.
After placing the package, Big Beak flew away without turning back, not even taking the "tip" of the Energy Cube, and flew off at an incredible speed.
Gramps, who wanted to greet it, had to retract his hand in disappointment.
However, opening the package was still an exciting moment, and Gramps soon forgot about it.
"Hngga~~"
Gramps' hands moved swiftly, and the package was quickly unwrapped, leaving only an exquisite-looking wooden box.
Jinghe took the box and opened it gently.
In an instant, a bone-chilling cold enveloped the entire room.
"Ow~~'ω'"
Just sensing this aura, the Six-Tailed Pokemon became lively.
The top-quality Evolution Stone worth four million, could be considered the highest quality in the entire Pokemon world, and ordinary people might not even be able to buy it.
Inside the box, there was a light blue Ice Stone, as smooth and shiny as a diamond.
Jinghe carefully picked it up.
"Is this the Ice Stone I bought with all my savings?"
"A single stone worth so much? Collecting stones seems to be a more expensive hobby than collecting antiques."
Wait a minute.
He suddenly remembered something.
"I remember in the special episode, there were four Eternal Fire, Water, Thunder, and Grass Evolution Stones in the sea at the port of Kule City."
He wondered if they had been taken.
Or perhaps this world didn't have these glitched Evolution Stones.
The so-called Eternal Evolution Stones.
Referred to those that could be used repeatedly, allowing Pokemon to evolve with their power without being absorbed.
According to the price of Evolution Stones, these four Eternal Evolution Stones were priceless treasures!
In his memory.
Red's three Eternal Evolution Stones of Fire, Water, and Thunder were all given by Sakaki.
Despite being defeated by Red, which led to the disbandment of Team Rocket, and saving Red who was frozen on Mt. Moon, Sakaki still gave him three Eternal Evolution Stones.
Sakaki, I'm crying.
Jinghe collected his thoughts and looked at the Six-Tailed Pokemon, who was staring at the stone in a daze, and asked with a smile:
"Have you decided, Six-Tails?"
"Eu, Euuu."
The Hexagon regained its senses, its eyes filled with a glimmer of hope.
But after struggling for a while, it took a step back, slowly retreating while shaking its head.
"Is that so?"
Jinghe smiled helplessly.
Unsurprised, he put away the Ice Stone.
He could give it to the Hexagon later when it truly made up its mind.
In fact, what he didn't know was that the Hexagon was no longer as worried or resistant to evolution, even after witnessing Flabe.
Its only concern was...
After evolving, it wouldn't be able to be held by Jinghe, nor could it perch on his shoulder or snuggle into his embrace.
"Unga!"
Gramps exclaimed.
He pointed at the wooden box that originally held the Ice Stone.
It turned out to be a double-layered box; besides the Ice Stone, the lower compartment contained two much smaller, ink-colored Dark Stones.
Like the small Ice Stone they had obtained before, these were small Dark Stones.
Darkrai had also given one previously, but it had already been digested by Gramps.
"Looks like a gift from Da'ou."
How could a student like him resist such a treasure?
Gramps eagerly took the stones into his mouth, licking them eagerly.
Although he wasn't using it immediately, buying the Ice Stone had at least resolved one of Jinghe's concerns.
So today...
"Let's eat a big meal! Hachubo, go ask Servant Sis and Bro what they like to eat."
"Hoo-wah!"
Hachubo slid down the stairs, rolling all the way.
Seven peaceful (and financially tight) days passed in the blink of an eye.
During this time, Jinghe finished and submitted the final exam papers for Pokemon Psychology to the teaching office.
With some necessary meetings aside, his winter break had officially begun.
On this day, while taking a break from training, Jinghe was writing the next phase of training plans for the little ones when he received a call from the Kanto region's Zhen Niao.
"Teacher Jinghe, we've wrapped up this phase of filming. Do you want to come and review the edited footage?"
"So soon?" Jinghe was surprised.
His first script had a total of thirty episodes! The response to Meowth and Pikachu was quite popular online and on TV, but only three episodes had been released so far.
Had they already filmed the entire series?
Impressive efficiency, as expected of the Rocket Team.
However, with so much footage to edit, it would be more efficient to invite Jinghe to the studio rather than sending him each episode and discussing it over the phone.
Moreover...
"The registration for the Quartz League is about to start. Aren't you coming to Kanto, Teacher Jinghe?" Zhen Niao asked.
Huh? Jinghe was taken aback.
Was the registration for the Quartz League about to begin? He hadn't even gathered six Pokemon yet, and he was still missing a badge.
Before, Jinghe hadn't been particularly eager to participate in the Quartz League, even though the prize money was tempting. But becoming a champion wasn't something one could achieve just by wanting it.
It's not like the League tournament was a cakewalk.
What if he encountered the Legendary Beast guy roaming around Kanto? But after purchasing the Ice Stone and nearly emptying his wallet, the tournament's prize money became quite enticing.
"Besides editing, there are also sponsorship, advertising, copyright, and broadcasting issues that require your approval, Teacher Jinghe," Zhen Niao added.
How do dramas make money?
It's all about generating revenue through viewership and advertising.
That's why they released the first three episodes of Meowth and Pikachu as a test.
"Okay, I understand."
Jinghe knew that with two important matters awaiting him, this trip to Kanto was a must.
As for the sixth Pokemon...
If all else failed...
He'd have to resort to the Rocket Team's secret technology.
They would surely have a solution.
"Zhen Niao, book me a flight to Kanto."
"Understood!"
Hanging up the call, Jinghe turned around and noticed that Gramps and the others had stealthily gathered behind him.
"Unga?"
Were they about to challenge the last and strongest Gym? The mighty Bluemist Gym?
Jinghe's expression was slightly odd as he opened his mouth to speak, finally saying, "Ah, that... probably."
For a moment, the little ones expressed their enthusiasm.
Jinghe had witnessed their diligent training during this period, all for this final Gym.
"Kuu!"
The Bear Apprentice even grabbed Jinghe's pants leg.
With no achievements to his name, he was determined to be the vanguard, ready to defeat the Bluemist Sisters!
Hiss—
Jinghe took a silent breath.
Would the Bluemist Sisters... cry?
And so...
After lunch...
Jinghe informed Servant Sis and Bro that he needed to leave for a while. Then, he boarded a plane and arrived in Golden Yellow City, Kanto, once again.
Since Bluemist City was only a medium-sized city without an airport, he had to first fly to Golden Yellow City and then travel by car to Bluemist City.
During this time...
Jinghe didn't notice that the Prism Feather he had placed in his inner pocket seemed to become more active, as if it had sensed something.
(End of Chapter)
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