Chapter 78: Losing a "Golden Sponsor"?
Chapter 78: Losing a "Golden Sponsor"?
"Good job, Vulpix."
Jing He picked up the Ice Vulpix and praised it.
As it turned out, the more cautious Vulpix was also more prudent, unlike Gastly, who could easily become arrogant after a win.
But looking at the unconscious Musharna, Jing He gave it a sympathetic glance.
It was a bit too cautious.
He took out an energy cube and stuffed it into the little Vulpix's mouth.
"Ow~~"
The Vulpix's cheeks puffed up as it happily closed its eyes, unsure whether it was because of Jing He's praise or the energy cube.
"Keh~~"
Gastly opened its mouth, tongue hanging out, eagerly gesturing towards its mouth, looking like a "Gastly Pup."
Jing He chuckled and threw an energy cube to Gastly as well. After some thought, he distributed one to Metagross, Cradily, and the other Pokemon present.
He wanted to see their reactions. If they liked it, he might consider selling energy cubes in the future.
As it turned out, even Metagross and Cradily, who belonged to Cyrus, loved them, and the wild Pokemon were no exception. Communication became much easier.
"Teacher Jing He, did you make these energy cubes yourself?"
Seeing how much Metagross and Cradily enjoyed them, Cyrus, who followed Jing He's daily shares, asked in surprise.
"I tried making some, and they seem to be pretty good," Jing He smiled.
"I have a friend who's really good at making energy cubes. If you're interested, I can introduce you."
"Oh?"
Under the effect of the healing spray, Musharna slowly woke up.
"Nosasa! Σ(дlll)"
Seeing the "harmless" Vulpix, Musharna retreated in fear.
"Ow~~"
At Jing He's signal, Vulpix used "Cuddle" again, and Musharna eagerly climbed back up.
"Keh~~"
On the side, Gastly patted Metagross.
See? If you don't believe me, I'll sell you and give the money to Vulpix.
Metagross nodded thoughtfully.
With Vulpix as a bridge, communication became much smoother.
Jing He used "Hypnosis" to show Musharna and the others the place they could live in, and after sketching out the bright future promised by Cyrus, they finally became interested.
They agreed to take a look.
Jing He had faith in Cyrus's promises. He believed that if these wild Pokemon moved into Devon Corporation's ecological zone, their lives would be much easier.
Was this one way for Pokemon and humans to coexist?
Jing He didn't know.
He just thought of a patient he hadn't seen in a long time—the Math Magician.
"Thank you, Teacher Jing He."
Cyrus said sincerely.
Jing He waved his hand.
Whether it was because of the "consultant" salary from Devon Corporation or for the wild Pokemon, he had no reason to refuse.
"You, here so early, supervising the workers?" Jing He teased with a smile.
Cyrus laughed sheepishly.
Jing He understood his smile.
"Digging for stones?"
"Every time my family mined or excavated, I would go and look for special stones," Cyrus explained.
He was truly passionate about stones.
But Jing He's focus was different.
Mines.
Every time.
Very good.
No wonder it was the handsome, powerful, and wealthy Cyrus Zekrom.
Jing He's only real competition was in looks.
"Right, I almost forgot. Here, for you, Teacher."
Cyrus suddenly remembered something and took out an envelope.
"This is—"
Jing He took it with a puzzled look and opened it.
Well, another invitation.
And it was the same one that Archer had given him.
Great, the tournament hadn't even started, and Jing He already had two entry tickets.
And they all came with private rooms.
However, he felt a bit of comfort in his heart.
Dai, you're starting to compete again, huh.
Even if it's just a showcase match.
"I heard the League is planning a 'Pokemon World Championship.' This showcase match is to warm up for the 'Pokemon World Championship Junior Cup.'"
Dai revealed some of the information he knew.
World Championship?
They're planning this so early?
This contradicts both of my previous assumptions.
After that,
Dai invited Jing He to go rock hunting, but he wasn't really interested in that, so he politely declined.
He had originally planned to wait a bit longer, as other wild Pokemon might gather here.
But Dai smiled and said it was fine.
The helicopter would be on standby for Jing He for a while, ready to go anywhere at a moment's notice.
Feeling the power of Dai's wealth once again, Jing He realized he should catch a Flying-type Pokemon as soon as possible.
Hmm, Agatha should have some good advice on that.
I'll find a chance to ask her.
Back home,
since the school festival holiday was still ongoing and he didn't have to work, Gengar and Vulpix were busy learning "Trick," and it wasn't even lunchtime yet, Jing He had no choice but to scroll through his phone.
The recent "Youth Showcase Match" in Sapphro City was gaining popularity, with many people cheering for their favorite trainers.
After a quick browse,
he started watching Jigglypuff's fashion show.
Then he watched a press conference for a new movie by Camerupt.
Just as he was about to make some energy cubes, he received a message.
Sigh, there's always someone affecting my ability to get things done.
He opened the message, which was from "Eevee Eats Cabbage."
To be honest, he had a pretty good idea who "Eevee Eats Cabbage" was.
Most likely, it was Cynthia.
Eevee Eats Cabbage: Gyarados seems a bit off today.
A video followed.
In the footage, the once-dull and lifeless Gyarados was now lively and confident, its scales shimmering in the sunlight.
It swam alone in a small pond, occasionally leaping out of the water, creating sparkling droplets and ripples.
Is it about to evolve?
Jing He was taken aback.
Jing He: Try putting it back in the original pond and see what happens.
Cynthia didn't understand, but she did as he suggested.
The Sinnoh region is to the north of Hoenn and Kanto, so the temperature is relatively lower.
In the slightly yellowing garden,
Cynthia placed Gyarados back in the original pond.
The Water-type Pokemon in the pond looked at the returning Gyarados, each one showing surprise.
At first glance, Gyarados didn't seem to have changed, but there was a noticeable difference.
Initially, Gyarados was still a bit reserved, but it quickly became active again as it sensed the change in the other Pokemon's gazes.
Seeing the truly confident Gyarados,
Cynthia gently tucked a strand of her golden hair behind her ear, a gentle smile on her face.
A cool breeze blew by.
Her long hair danced in the wind.
"Pop~~"
Gyarados in the pond saw this scene.
Its eyes filled with longing.
Buzz—
Suddenly,
a bright white light enveloped Gyarados.
Cynthia was taken aback and quickly opened her phone to take a photo and send it.
Eevee Eats Cabbage: Is Gyarados evolving?
Seeing the photo, Jing He let out a sigh of relief.
As expected.
All the stories and mental conditioning he had given Gyarados, like "Ugly Duckling," "The Gray Cloak of Chandelure," and "The Matchstick Gothitelle," hadn't been in vain.
Wait!
If Gyarados evolves, won't I lose my "sugar daddy"?
Oh, not really.
There's still that more challenging Geodude.
(End of Chapter)
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