This Time, I'm Not Going To Be A Trainer. Chapter 262: Your Teapot Has Long Legs and Ran Away! - Novel Cool

Chapter 262: Your Teapot Has Long Legs and Ran Away!

Chapter 262: Your Teapot Has Long Legs and Ran Away!

"Reiganwang?"

"What kind of Pokemon is that?"

"No wonder its head is so big. If you look closely, it seems to be wearing a crown on its head."

"A crown? Is this Pokemon a king?"

The audience murmured in curiosity.

At that moment, all the spectators in the arena, as well as some Galar people watching the game on TV, looked at the mysterious Pokemon with astonished eyes.

The cameraman obligingly moved the camera and aimed the lens at Reiganwang.

Reiganwang had a gentle expression, and although she didn't know what the camera was, she still smiled elegantly at it.

"I'll ask Naoki about this later," Reiganwang thought to herself.

Reiganwang's smile appeared on the screen.

Some viewers widened their eyes in disbelief.

"It's smiling at me; it's so cute!"

Vivian also looked at Reiganwang in front of her with a look of surprise.

Holding the microphone, she asked Naoki, "Reiganwang?"

Naoki politely smiled and replied, "Yes, that's its name."

"I've never heard of it!" Vivian exclaimed, "Indeed, there are still many things in this world that humans have yet to discover. So, Naoki, do you plan to use it in the next round of the competition?"

That Golurk was already so strong, able to take on six opponents without a scratch. As for this Pokemon, which exuded wisdom and dignity, how strong could it be?

With that in mind, Vivian asked in a timely manner, "The healing energy that Reiganwang displayed just now was truly astonishing. I believe everyone is curious about the strength of such a Pokemon."

"So, Naoki, will you be using Reiganwang in the next round of battles?"

At that moment, everyone held their breath, awaiting the young man's response.

Even Dande, in the contestants' hall, had a look of anticipation.

He could tell that Naoki's Pokemon was extraordinary, and in the previous battle, it hadn't even used its full strength.

If he got the chance to face Naoki in the next round, he would send out his ace, Charizard, and go all out for an intense battle.

At their level, it was a rare opportunity to encounter such a powerful opponent.

Dande's eyes gleamed with anticipation as he eagerly awaited Naoki's response.

However, the young man's reaction took everyone by surprise.

With a smile, Naoki addressed the camera, "The next round? No, I don't plan to continue."

This statement shocked the entire audience.

Was Naoki conceding the next round? How could he do that without even battling his opponent? Dande's heart tightened.

Vivian was also taken aback, "You're leaving? Are you joking with us, Naoki?"

Naoki shook his head with a smile, "No, I came here because of a promise I made to someone. Now that the promise has been fulfilled, it's time for me to leave."

"It's me, it's me, it's me!" Mike couldn't help but feel excited and disappointed at the same time.

If only this talented trainer would agree to join their company...

The audience in the arena shared a similar sense of disappointment.

Some eager viewers had already become fans of Naoki, the strong and polite trainer, after just one match where he effortlessly swept his opponents.

Soon, someone in the audience started a hopeful chant.

"Naoki! Naoki! Naoki!"

Following his lead, the entire audience joined in the chant, with some standing up and enthusiastically waving their cheer sticks.

The sound of their voices reverberated throughout the arena like a tidal wave.

In the Galar region, everyone admired strong trainers.

Just like the strongest champion, Dande, who was loved, admired, and respected by all, and seen as an idol.

At that moment, the Galar audience sincerely hoped that this incredibly strong trainer would stay and continue the Nova tournament.

Instantly, Naoki, Golurk, and Reiganwang were enveloped in this passionate atmosphere.

Even Dande, in the contestants' hall, clenched his fists in anticipation.

"Please agree to stay!"

"Umm..."

Naoki looked around at the enthusiastic audience in the stands, unsure of what to say.

He wasn't really a trainer, after all. He apologized to the camera, "I'm sorry."

They had already been out for a long time.

If he continued with the tournament, according to the process, there would be quarterfinals after the top eight, then semifinals, followed by the determination of the runner-up and third place, and finally, the grand finals.

To ensure adequate rest for the Pokemon, there would typically be a day's rest between matches.

This whole process would take a very long time, far exceeding his original expectations.

Hearing this, the audience regretted it.

Vivian said with regret: "Well, it seems that Mr. Naoki has made a decision! So, Mr. Naoki, where do you plan to go next?"

Naoki: "..."

It felt a bit odd to have the people of Galar seeing him and Reiganwang off.

After a moment of silence, Naoki nodded slightly, acknowledging their well-wishes. Then, he turned and left the Palace Stadium with Golurk and Reiganwang by his side.

He would take good care of Reiganwang, he promised himself.

In the contestants' hall, Dande watched the departing figure on the screen, feeling a sense of loss in his heart.

"What a shame," he muttered.

But then his eyes lit up as he thought of the place Naoki had mentioned.

"The Paldea region, huh?"

Someone with his level of skill would surely be a standout there as well.

Perhaps he was even a champion-level trainer working for the Paldea League.

Decision made! When he had the time, he would go to the Paldea region to seek out this trainer and challenge him to a battle!

One hour later, at the Steel Armor Raven Flight Taxi Company.

Mike looked at the young man before him, his heart filled with reluctance. "You're really not staying?"

Naoki shook his head with a smile. "No, I have people waiting for me back home."

Mike's heart sank. Why couldn't this talented trainer be his relative?

Despite his disappointment, the straightforward and hot-tempered man kept his promise and handed over the reward he had offered to Naoki.

It was a large snake-skin bag filled with Steel Armor Raven feathers, now spread out on the floor.

"These are feathers that the Steel Armor Ravens shed daily," Mike explained. "I don't know what you plan to do with them, but they're all yours!"

He then brought out two more items from his office.

The one on the left appeared to be a broken teacup, with strange patterns resembling eyes and a mouth.

The cup was filled with a purple liquid that seemed to move like slime; upon closer inspection, it was indeed slightly trembling.

This was the Lai Bei Cha.

The item on the right looked like a teapot, with a similar color to the teacup, clearly a matching set.

Some of the edges of the teapot had cracks and chips, now blocked by the purple liquid from the teacup.

This was the Bu Si Hu.

Mike carried the tray towards them.

At first glance, the Lai Bei Cha and Bu Si Hu looked like ordinary tea sets.

But just as Naoki was focusing his attention on the Lai Bei Cha, the lid of the Bu Si Hu was suddenly lifted by a small purple creature that poked its head out.

Naoki was taken aback for a moment before turning his head to meet the creature's gaze.

It was a slime-like little person, with eyes resembling coffee art. It was using its head to lift the lid and its tiny hands to prop itself up on the rim of the pot, cautiously observing its surroundings.

When it noticed Naoki looking at it, it seemed startled and quickly scurried back into the pot like a hermit crab retreating into its shell.

Naoki: "..."

Mike also noticed this interaction and burst into laughter. "These Ghost-type Pokemon are naturally timid and shy. Just place them on a coffee table and leave them be. They'll get used to their new environment in a few days."

Then, he proceeded to introduce them individually:

"This cup on the left is the Lai Bei Cha. Although the patterns on the cup look like eyes, the liquid inside is its true form, including the handle, which is part of its body in disguise!"

This was the first time Naoki had seen the actual Lai Bei Cha, and he couldn't help but ask, "Can I touch it?"

Mike nodded. "Of course, but whatever you do, don't drink it! If it's not familiar with you, it will take the opportunity to enter your body and drain your vitality from within!"

"What if it's familiar with me?" Naoki asked further.

"Even if it's familiar, don't drink it," Mike shook his head. "Lai Bei Cha tastes horrible. Even those with no taste buds would immediately spit it out."

"So, most of the time, collectors display it as a precious collectible. A genuine Lai Bei Cha is incredibly valuable to those in the know."

Naoki understood.

Lai Bei Cha shouldn't be consumed, but it could be displayed as an ornamental tea set.

Then, he turned to the Bu Si Hu beside it. "If I'm not mistaken, the Bu Si Hu can be drunk, right?"

"That's right!" Mike continued. "The black tea brewed in the Bu Si Hu has a unique flavor and aroma. While excessive consumption may cause stomach discomfort, some daring foodies still drink it daily."

He made a face of disgust. "I can't stand the taste. To me, it's like drinking the bathwater from the Bu Si Hu."

That was a bit of an overstatement, though.

"Do you want to drink the juice that the teapot brewed from the berries?" Naoki couldn't help but ask.

Mike looked even more disgusted, "No way! That pot is filled with the teapot's sweat and slime! Who knows what other disgusting things are in there!"

Naoki's appetite was affected by his words, and he quickly said, "Alright, let's change the subject!"

Mike's expression softened a little, and he continued, "Also, there's one more thing to note. The Bu Si Hu can control the taste of its black tea!"

"If it trusts you and has a good relationship with you, it will let you taste the tea inside. But if your relationship is poor and you try to force a taste, it will inject its ghostly power into the tea before you drink it."

"I've never tried it myself, but I've heard that once you drink it, your body will feel cold and weak all over."

"I understand." Naoki nodded.

He reached out and took the tray, examining the Lai Bei Cha and Bu Si Hu on it.

The tea in the Lai Bei Cha had a swirling pattern, and it was hard to tell which part was its eye.

However, from the slight shaking of its body, it seemed to be able to sense its surroundings.

The Bu Si Hu, on the other hand, was much simpler.

Seeming to sense that the tray had changed hands, it cautiously lifted the lid with its head, creating a narrow gap to quietly observe its surroundings.

Once again, Naoki locked eyes with it.

The next second, the Bu Si Hu quickly retracted back into the teapot.

This behavior reminded him of a hermit crab.

Speaking of which, the ecology of these two Pokemon was quite similar to that of a hermit crab.

They would also crawl into teapots and teacups from other places.

For example, the Lai Bei Cha would evolve into a Bu Si Hu by crawling from an antique teacup into an antique teapot, thus transforming.

Many wild Lai Bei Cha and Bu Si Hu would blend in with piles of cutlery in hotels and restaurants, living in disguise.

"Amazing," Naoki couldn't help but comment.

He wondered if these Pokemon became the Lai Bei Cha and Bu Si Hu because they crawled into teacups and teapots, or if that was their name to begin with.

This raised another question: What would happen if the purple liquid accidentally crawled into a toilet?

"It's indeed fascinating." Mike nodded in agreement. "This antique teapot and the tea set were collected by my grandfather from various places. They were kept safely in our warehouse, but one day, these two Pokemon suddenly appeared out of nowhere and merged with the teacup and teapot."

"The first time I went to the warehouse to take inventory of the antiques, I was startled by them when I picked up the teacup to sell. Later, when I realized they were harmless, I let them stay."

"What's even more fascinating is that they can survive without eating anything at all!"

At that moment, a woman in a uniform walked over, carrying a machine in her arms.

She placed the machine on the table and said to Mike, "Boss, this is the microscope you asked me to find."

"Alright, thanks. You can get back to work now," Mike waved his hand and then gestured for Naoki to pick up the Lai Bei Cha and place it under the microscope.

Naoki did as instructed and placed the Lai Bei Cha under the microscope.

Mike operated the microscope while explaining, "The teacup that the Lai Bei Cha and Bu Si Hu inhabit is a famous antique. There are many fakes on the market, and the difference is that the fakes don't have any markings on the bottom, whereas the genuine antiques do."

"Therefore, this is the main method people use to distinguish between real and fake Lai Bei Cha and Bu Si Hu. Some enthusiasts even prepare exquisite teacups and black tea, waiting for the Lai Bei Cha to possess them so they can collect them."

Naoki leaned in to take a look through the microscope and indeed saw a pattern similar to a signature on the bottom of the cup.

With this marking, it meant that this Lai Bei Cha was the real deal.

Mike hadn't tried to deceive him.

"Do you see it?" Mike asked.

Naoki nodded.

"This is..." Mike was about to say something more when he suddenly noticed the Bu Si Hu behind them. It had taken advantage of their distraction to lift the lid with its head, revealing a pair of small purple feet. Before they knew it, the teapot had jumped down from the table.

Mike exclaimed in surprise, "The Bu Si Hu has grown legs and run away!"

Naoki quickly turned around to look.

Hearing the commotion, the Bu Si Hu hurriedly quickened its pace.

The lid on its head, wobbling like a hat, obstructed its vision.

Suddenly, the Bu Si Hu bumped into a fluffy body, and the impact caused its tea-like body to shake violently.

The Bu Si Hu immediately felt dizzy, and by the time it calmed down, it saw a figure standing in front of it.

The Bu Si Hu looked up and saw a Pokemon with an enormous head, graceful posture, and an imposing gaze looking down at it.

Startled, the Bu Si Hu used "Withdraw," and the lid on its head clanged shut, covering the teapot beneath.

(End of Chapter)

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