Pokémon: Master System.

As long as I firmly believe that the Pokémon world exists, then it must exist.

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After devising a training plan for the dragon Mesia, Xia Yu turned to look at Charmander. Since Charmander had decided to pursue the ultimate Y-type boost route, Xia Yu focused most of his energy on training Charmander's energy.

The ultimate Y-type Charizard, a feast of violent output. Since Charmander began to intensify its special attack training, it has shown extremely high talent. Although it has only learned four special attack moves so far—Dragon Breath, Dragon Pulse, Ember, and Ancient Power—it is more than enough for its current needs.

In terms of moves, Xia Yu plans to have all his Pokémon learn the move Sunny Day first. After all, Charmander's Solar Power ability can only be triggered under Sunny Day. If all three Pokémon can learn Sunny Day, and there are no Pokémon with the Solar Power ability, they can only use their moves to activate the weather, and then Charmander can deal damage.

"Charmander, let's focus on improving your energy control. Keep practicing Dragon Pulse, Spark, and Ancient Power!" Xia Yu's training for Charmander was quite simple. Special attack training is a gradual process, and even with various instruments to assist, the most crucial thing is to continuously improve your strength through training.

After arranging Charmander's training, Xia Yu finally turned his attention to Grovyle. Compared to the other Pokémon, Grovyle was the most reliable. Xia Yu only needed to give instructions, and it would train on its own. If it didn't understand something, it would ask Long Yan Ning's Pokémon for help.

Excellent! If all Pokémon were like this, I, Xia Yu, would be very pleased.

Perhaps next time we could have the Forest Lizard help the Buzzbat with its extreme evasion training? And have him supervise the training of Charmander and Dragapult as well; that doesn't seem like a bad idea.

Xia Yu stroked his chin, wondering if he looked a bit like a slave owner.

"Forest Lizard, come here, rest a bit, and eat some more energy cubes." Xia Yu felt a pang of guilt and quickly called the forest lizard over to rest, while also feeding it some energy cubes.

"Chamo!"

The forest lizard glanced at Xia Yu, made a sound as if to say that it wasn't mealtime yet and not to disturb its training, before continuing its training.

Xia Yu could clearly sense the forest lizard's disdain, and could only touch his nose to hide his embarrassment.

"Xia Yu!" Suddenly, Long Yanning walked in from outside the door, looking at Xia Yu with a serious expression: "Someone is looking for you. Come out with me."

Xia Yu frowned, somewhat puzzled. It was already eight or nine o'clock at night, why would someone be looking for him so late? And judging from Teacher Long's solemn expression, things didn't seem simple.

"I see."

Xia Yu realized the seriousness of the situation, nodded, recalled all four Pokémon into their Poké Balls, and followed Long Yanning outside.

"What happened, Teacher Long?" Xia Yu followed behind Long Yanning, but had no interest in admiring Teacher Long's graceful figure. He secretly inquired about what had happened.

"The Pokémon Association has sent people; it must be related to the exclusive Z-Move."

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Chapter 101 The Aftermath of Exclusive Z-Moves

Xia Yu followed Long Yanning into the conference room, where an old acquaintance sat opposite him—his uncle, Lin Xueyang. Beside Lin Xueyang was an unfamiliar, refined-looking middle-aged man.

"Xia Yu." Lin Xueyang, the younger uncle, was a free spirit, not at all like someone from a scholarly family. Even though he was in his forties, Lin Xueyang was still like a passionate young man in his twenties, greeting Xia Yu with a smile on his face.

"Uncle." Xia Yu replied with a smile. No matter what it was, since it was Lin Xueyang who came and had such a bright smile, it couldn't be a bad thing. This reassured Xia Yu.

"Let me introduce you. This is Jiang Heng, the vice president of the Pokémon Association." Jiang Heng was the vice president who strongly opposed Xia Yu receiving a pseudo-legendary Pokémon when they were discussing the reward for Xia Yu. Lin Xueyang and Jiang Heng don't get along well; they're competitors. This time, Pokémon sent Jiang Heng to cooperate with Lin Xueyang to keep Lin Xueyang in check.

“Chairman Jiang.” Xia Yu had heard his uncle mention Jiang Heng before, so he knew that Jiang Heng was not as kind as he appeared; he was a petty person who held grudges.

"President Lin, this is your nephew! He's so young and promising. At only eighteen, he's already developed his own Z-Crystal. He's sure to become a pillar of our nation in the future." Jiang Heng praised Xia Yu with a smile. If he hadn't already known about their enmity, he would probably have been deceived by his words.

"Thank you for your kind words, President Jiang," Xia Yu replied politely.

"Alright, we're here on important business, let's get down to business first." Lin Xueyang spoke up at the right moment, bringing the topic back to the main point.

Seeing this, Long Yanning also got up and left, preparing to leave the room. The two of them had come to see Xia Yu, and since they were discussing serious matters, she, as an outsider, should naturally avoid suspicion.

"Yan Ning, sit down and listen with me," Lin Xueyang called to Long Yan Ning. "There are some things about the Dragon King."

Seeing this, Long Yanning nodded, sat down next to Xia Yu, and looked at Lin Xueyang and Jiang Heng opposite her.

Lin Xueyang looked at Xia Yu with a serious expression: "According to the news that just came, Long Fan, the Heavenly King, appeared near the Goddess Mountain Range. He joined forces with Chu Qishuang, the Ice-type Heavenly King of the Northeast region, and together they killed a Heavenly King-level trainer from the Dawn Society and captured a Four Heavenly King from the European region."

Listening to Lin Xueyang's words, Xia Yu realized for the first time that Long Fan had accomplished such a major feat during his few days of disappearance. Although Lin Xueyang spoke lightly, Xia Yu could sense the immense danger involved.

A battle between Heavenly Kings is not something to be taken lightly; the situation is absolutely brutal.

“The two Heavenly Kings, Long Fan and Chu Qishuang, will not be returning for a while. Besides discovering the Halberd Dragon Clan in the Goddess Mountains, there is another more important discovery. Therefore, they must stay in the Goddess Mountains for at least a month, and at most half a year, before they can return,” Lin Xueyang said solemnly.

"President Lin, can you tell me the specifics?" Hearing that it would take so long, and considering that the matter involved her father, Long Yanning couldn't help but ask.

"I'm sorry, this is confidential, I can't tell you." Lin Xueyang's expression was unusually serious, and his tone was solemn, making Xia Yu and Long Yanning realize that things were definitely not simple, and they began to worry about Long Fan.

"Don't worry, Dragon King and Chu King are not in any danger for the time being." Perhaps realizing that his tone was a bit stern, Lin Xueyang quickly softened his tone to comfort the two. However, to Long Yanning, the fact that they were not in danger for the time being meant that they were very likely to encounter danger in the future. Long Yanning couldn't help but worry even more, her face full of worry and concern.

"Don't worry, Dragon King and Chu King are blessed with good fortune and will be fine. Now, let me get to the important matter. During the battles between Dragon King and the Dawn Society and other regional Elite Four members, the Z-Force Bracelet and exclusive Z-Move developed by Xia Yu played a crucial role, directly killing an Elite Four-level Pokémon on the spot." Lin Xueyang didn't hold back in praising his outstanding nephew: "With their unique exclusive Z-Move, Dragon King and Chu King dominated the battlefield, successfully seizing most of the Spinosaurus population. Furthermore, the captured European Elite Four member is a valuable bargaining chip, and we are currently negotiating the ransom with the European Pokémon Association."

"In his report, the Elite Four praised you highly, and he also requested that you receive a share of the ransom." Lin Xueyang smiled at Xia Yu. "The Pokémon Association has also agreed to the Elite Four's request. We'll discuss the specific rewards later. The Elite Four also asked me to pass on a message to you: train hard and don't embarrass your master at the High School Cup."

"I understand, Uncle. Please also pass on a message to Master for me, thanking him," Xia Yu said.

"Okay," Lin Xueyang replied.

"Ahem." Just then, Jiang Heng coughed slightly, perhaps seeing that the two had gone off-topic, and quickly interrupted them: "I'll take care of the rest."

"Because of the exposure of the exclusive Z-Move, coupled with its immense power, all countries have begun to take notice of this newly emerging exclusive Z-Move, and as its inventor, you are very likely to be in danger." Jiang Heng looked at Xia Yu, his tone calm: "Even though we have controlled the number of people who know about the exclusive Z-Move to a very small number, many people were involved in the development of the Z-Power Bracelet, and the Pokémon Association's private collection of exclusive Z-Crystals can be traced back to you by simply checking the timeline. In addition, you developed the corresponding action for the Z-Move, and so on. All these points can be linked together by those with ulterior motives to trace you back to your head. In other words, you are very likely to be assassinated by various countries."

Xia Yu was suddenly startled. He had anticipated this situation, but he hadn't expected it to be this serious. Ultimately, it was because the effect of this exclusive Z-Move was just too good. Long Fan had fully utilized the exclusive Z-Move, which attracted the attention of various countries.

Seeing Xia Yu's expression darken, Lin Xueyang quickly comforted him, "Of course you don't need to worry too much. The Pokémon Association is taking you very seriously. As long as you stay within the Dragon-type Secret Realm, you are absolutely safe. However, you need to be careful when leaving the Dragon-type Secret Realm. You must be accompanied by someone, at least a near-Elite Four level trainer, preferably an Elite Four level trainer. At the same time, to reduce the possibility of you encountering danger, we have also decided to announce your exclusive Z-Move tomorrow to attract the attention of various countries, which will help relieve your pressure. However, we will not disclose the manufacturing process of the Z-Power Bracelet."

"Our plan is to exchange benefits with various countries by selling Z-Power Bracelets. The Z-Power Bracelets are not very confidential. As long as a country gets the first batch of Z-Power Bracelets, it can be counterfeited. Therefore, we only plan to make money from the first batch. Countries that want to buy Z-Power Bracelets must purchase at least 20 sets. According to the regulations, you will also get a share of the profits from this purchase."

"We're here today mainly for two things: one is about your safety, and the other is about the reward," Jiang Heng interjected, looking at Xia Yu with a smile. "If you have any thoughts, you can tell us."

Chapter 102 Additional Rewards and Dividends

Between safety and rewards, Xia Yu's biggest concern is his own safety.

After all, if you lose your life, no amount of reward will help. Speaking of his own safety, he is now in a real bind. Just thinking about those terrifying Ghost-type and Psychic-type Pokémon and their unpredictable assassination methods gives Xia Yu a headache.

"You don't need to worry too much about safety. Because of your outstanding contributions to scientific research, our Pokémon Association has decided to provide you with a Pokémon of Champion-level strength to protect you. Of course, the service period will not be too long, five years." Jiang Heng said calmly, "It will be free for the first five years, but you must pay for the cost of raising that Champion-level Pokémon. Also, once it exceeds five years, if you want to renew the contract, you will need to pay an additional fee every year."

"By the way, you're the first person in the whole country to enjoy this kind of treatment at your age," Jiang Heng said with a smile. "Of course, there aren't many people in the whole country who can enjoy this kind of treatment. Young man, you have a bright future ahead of you."

Xia Yu estimated that five years would definitely be enough time for him, but having a Pokémon with Champion-level strength right away would be really awesome. He wondered if he could use this Pokémon to do some evil. Xia Yu couldn't help but fantasize, a smile spreading across his face as he quickly thanked him, "Thank you."

"You don't need to thank me. Pokémon with Champion-level strength will only intervene when you're in danger; they won't obey your commands otherwise," Jiang Heng said with a smile, seemingly sensing Xia Yu's dangerous intentions.

"Currently, you can choose from the following Pokémon: Gengar, Bulbasaur, Espeon, Gallade, Psychic Brave Eagle (Green Form), Mastiff, and Umbreon. Considering that assassination mainly targets Ghost and Psychic types, the list only includes Ghost, Psychic, and Dark types." Jiang Heng said, taking out a list and photos and placing them on the table.

Xia Yuguang's favorite name is Gengar, because Gengar has an extremely strong ability to enter the shadows and provide all-day, all-around protection.

Secondly, there is the Super Warrior Eagle, also known as the Emerald Warrior Eagle. This Warrior Eagle is a Psychic and Flying type. The Psychic type means that it can effectively sense and prevent assassination attempts from Ghost and Psychic types. At the same time, the Warrior Eagle is extremely good at flying and can help Xia Yu escape in critical moments!

It's important to understand that he's not the protagonist of a wish-fulfillment novel. When faced with an assassination attempt, his first thought would be how to fight back and kill the enemy. Xia Yu's priority was to escape and delay, waiting for rescue.

"Xiaoyu, I suggest you choose Gallade." Seeing Xia Yu hesitate, Lin Xueyang spoke up at the right moment: "That Gallade is very strong, and its teleportation ability is extremely powerful. Remember, extremely powerful. Trust me, choosing Gallade is the right choice."

Hearing his uncle's words, Xia Yu naturally knew that his uncle must have his reasons. As the vice president of the Pokémon Association, he must possess some information that others didn't know, which was why he said that. Since Lin Xueyang had spoken, Xia Yu naturally chose Gallade without hesitation.

"I choose Gallade," Xia Yu said.

“Lin Xueyang, you can’t do it like this.” Jiang Heng said with a smile, “Forget it, it’s not important anyway. The basic training cost for this Gallade is 5 per month. Just transfer the money to the designated account on time, and then leave an address and someone will deliver Gallade’s food every week. But I suggest spending a little more money to buy some Energy Cubes for Gallade to eat.”

A monthly feeding cost of 5 is not high for a Pokémon with Champion-level strength; in fact, it can be considered very cheap. Of course, this is just the most basic feeding cost. But if you calculate it, if you have six, it would be 30 a month, and 360 million a year. That's terrifying, absolutely terrifying.

As expected, no powerful trainer is poor. Xia Yu secretly pondered in his heart that for the sake of his great trainer career, he must find a wife who is well-educated, gentle and virtuous, capable in both formal and domestic settings, as beautiful as a peach blossom and as aloof as ice, a rich woman who can be both powerful and delicate.

"Having discussed safety, let's move on to the reward." Jiang Heng, with a fake smile, looked at Xia Yu: "Actually, your reward has already been issued. Originally, the association didn't agree to issue you another reward, but the Dragon King strongly supported it. Considering the power of your exclusive Z-Move is evident to all, and the Pokémon Association profited significantly from purchasing exclusive Z-Crystals in advance, plus the profits from selling the Z-Power Bracelet, which, according to regulations, allows inventors to share in the profits, the Pokémon Association has decided to issue you a supplementary reward after comprehensive consideration."

Jiang Heng's words sounded grand, but they were really just out of consideration for Long Fan and Elder Lin. If it were an ordinary person, the Pokémon Association would never have mentioned the matter of issuing supplementary rewards and dividends.

"Regarding the rewards, you don't need to consider this batch of Triceratops. Of the Triceratops that have returned, only the Dragon King can take one; the rest must be kept for breeding. Even the Ice-type Elite Four member, Chu Qishuang, can only receive the reward after the first batch of bred Pokémon eggs are produced." Jiang Heng directly stated that it was best not to think about Triceratops for the time being.

“The Pokémon Association hasn’t released a reward plan yet, so we’re here specifically to ask for your opinion.” Jiang Heng adopted a negotiating stance and looked at Xia Yu.

Xia Yu didn't rush to answer, but instead pondered the Pokémon Association's bottom line and what conditions he should propose.

If Xia Yu were to say what his ideal reward would be, it would be three pseudo-legendary Pokémon: Garchomp, Salamence, and Dragonite. All three Pokémon are physical attackers and Dragon-type, which are exactly the Pokémon Xia Yu desperately needs. However, Xia Yu estimates that the Pokémon Association is unlikely to agree, but he still has to try.

"A pseudo-legendary Pokémon. Ideally, it would be Garchomp, Salamence, or Dragonite," Xia Yu said directly to Jiang Heng.

Hearing Xia Yu's conditions, Jiang Heng smiled and looked at Lin Xueyang beside him, saying meaningfully, "Xueyang, you see, I knew your nephew would want pseudo-legendary Pokémon. Tell me about your nephew, he's not that old, but he's quite bold, wanting to get two pseudo-legendary Pokémon in a year. That might not be a good thing."

Lin Xueyang, who was standing to the side, also smiled and said to Xia Yu, "Xiao Yu, don't be too greedy. A pseudo-legendary Pokémon is absolutely impossible. If you want a Dragon-type Pokémon, I suggest you apply for a Duraludon with Champion-level potential or higher."

"Aluminum-steel dragon? Doesn't our country not have that?" Xia Yu asked in surprise.

“Of course our country doesn’t have any, but Europe does. This time they’re trying to ransom one of the Four Heavenly Kings,” Lin Xueyang said meaningfully. “We can offer you terms first, but we can’t guarantee whether we can reach an agreement.”

"Then let's go with Duraludon!" Xia Yu didn't hesitate. Duraludon's Steel type was crucial for Xia Yu's pure Dragon-type team. With this Duraludon, he would have a way to counter Fairy-types and wouldn't be too passive.

“In that case, we have reached an agreement.” Jiang Heng confirmed with Xia Yu, “We can only do our best to get you an Duraludon with a Champion-level aptitude or higher. By the way, if you don’t have a Duraludon, do you have any other Pokémon you would like as a backup option?”

"Haxorus or Dracovish." Xia Yu named two Dragon-type physical attackers. These two Dragon-type Pokémon are among the more powerful physical attacking Dragon-type Pokémon besides pseudo-legendary ones.

“I’m afraid Dracovish won’t work. Dracovish is a fossil Pokémon, and it’s extremely rare,” Jiang Heng said. “Then we’ll only have Haxorus. Alright, we’ve finished talking, so let’s get going. Young man, get ready to enjoy your fame tomorrow.”

Chapter 103 God of Ice

Located at the foot of the Shennv Mountain Range, the Shennv Peak Base Camp is also a transit point for climbing Shennv Peak, the world's highest peak.

A biting wind howled, and heavy snow fell from the sky, turning the whole world into a vast expanse of white, clean and pure.

Long Fan, wrapped in a thick cotton coat, huddled in the room, warming himself by the fire. A pot of strong liquor was also warming on the table. The weather here was just too terrible; all he wanted to do was stay in bed and not move.

"Senior Long." Beside Long Fan stood a beautiful woman. Even though she was wrapped in thick winter clothes and wore a fur hat, her delicate features were still visible. "When shall we depart?"