Farming in the Pokémon World

"Oh, you are Mr. Otani!" Xiao Zhong was surprised and couldn't help but blurt out: "I always thought Mr. Otani was a kind and good-hearted old man!"

Mr. Otani couldn't help but look embarrassed when he heard this, and sweat slightly oozed from his forehead. He asked with a little confusion: "Uh... why do you have such an idea?"

Xiao Zhong scratched his head and laughed foolishly: "Hehehe, actually there is no special reason. There are many different opinions about what Mr. Otani looks like, and there are many different versions of descriptions circulating. I personally tend to believe the image of the kind old man."

At this time, Xiao Ming at the side interrupted and said, "It's mainly because Mr. Otani rarely appears in public, which makes people curious and speculative about you. In addition, you and Professor Oak have previously published a paper on the evolution of Farfetch'd. Since you two have worked closely together, most people naturally think that you and Professor Oak are of similar age and should be respected seniors."

After hearing this, Otani suddenly realized what was going on and couldn't help but exclaimed, "So that's how it is..."

He shook his head slightly and smiled bitterly. "In fact, I am just an ordinary farmer in the countryside. I discovered the evolution of Farfetch'd by accident. I just told Professor Oak about some of the things I observed. I originally expected him to announce the news, but I didn't expect him to list me as the first author."

Otani explained the whole story to Xiao Zhong in a sincere tone.

Then, he frowned and asked in confusion, "But, haven't many trainers seen me? Didn't they tell you about my situation?"

Xiao Zhong spread his hands helplessly and replied, "It's not that there are no people at all. Some people did mention that you are a young farmer, but unfortunately, not many people believe it."

Otani was silent for a moment, feeling helpless.

He understood that the image he had in the outside world seemed to be somewhat different from the facts, which made him feel confused and distressed.

Perhaps because he has always lived in obscurity in the countryside and had little communication with the outside world, people's understanding of him is very limited.

"Okay, these are all trivial matters. Xiao Ming, I have a question to ask you." Otani calmed down and asked Xiao Ming.

"Mr. Otani, please ask," Xiao Ming said respectfully.

"Why do you want to challenge me again after winning 999 times in a row?" Otani expressed the question that had always been in his mind. Then he looked at Xiao Ming seriously.

Xiao Ming was silent for a while, then said, "Actually, there is nothing to hide. I have heard a little about your strength, so I am not sure I can defeat you, so I made this plan, hoping to improve my strength as much as possible."

Otani nodded slightly, saying yes, it was similar to what he had guessed.

"Xiao Ming, if that's all, then there's no need for you to wait until you win 999 games in a row before coming to me." Otani said calmly, with a hint of regret in his tone.

Xiao Ming raised his head, a firm look flashed in his eyes: "No, Mr. Otani, this is not just to improve my strength. For me, this is more like a kind of practice. Every victory is a growth, and winning 999 times in a row is the goal I set for myself. Only in this way can I truly prove my worth."

Otani stared at Xiao Ming, as if re-examining the young man in front of him. He realized that Xiao Ming was far more persistent and determined than he had imagined.

"So, Xiao Ming, if you have won 999 times in a row, do you think you are ready to face me?" Otani asked with a smile.

Xiao Ming took a deep breath, and then answered without hesitation: "Yes, Mr. Otani, I believe that I was fully prepared at that time. Although you are very strong, I will not back down. I will go all out in this battle!"

Otani did not reveal Xiao Ming's true thoughts, because he understood that the so-called 999 consecutive victories was actually just a manifestation of lack of self-confidence.

Of course, Xiao Zhong is an exception. He doesn't have so many complicated thoughts at all.

"However, I am a little troubled that you are blocking the trainers who are heading to my farm to challenge me.

How about this? You can temporarily live in my farm, and you can fight against any challengers that come later.

What do you think of this arrangement?" Otani suggested with a smile.

"That's great! Mr. Otani, we also want to visit your farm." Xiao Zhong couldn't wait to agree and winked at Xiao Ming.

At first, Xiao Ming was a little hesitant, after all, he didn't like to cause trouble to others. But seeing Xiao Zhong agreed so readily,

He couldn't refuse anymore, and he was also very curious about Otani's farm.

So he said, "Well, let's pack up and leave with you right away."

Otani was very happy after hearing this and responded happily: "Okay, you guys get ready and we'll set off now."

After packing up, Otani did not ride Kentaro, but chose to walk back to the farm with Xiao Ming and others. After all, the distance was not far, and walking back was also a good choice.

Along the way, everyone was talking and laughing. Suddenly, Xiao Zhong couldn't help but ask, "Mr. Otani, are you really just a farmer?"

Otani smiled and replied, "Of course, absolutely! I am a real farmer and have participated in the agricultural exchange conference held in the town."

Hearing this, Xiao Zhong couldn't help but show admiration and exclaimed: "Wow, you are really amazing! By the way, Ming Shu, the champion of last year's Quartz Conference, is he your disciple?"

Otani shook his head and explained with a smile: "Strictly speaking, Mingshu is not my disciple. He is a new trainer I sponsored. I just gave him some help and support on his path to growth."

"Ah, I always thought he was your disciple," Xiao Zhong said somewhat embarrassedly.

"Why do you think so?" Otani asked curiously.

"Because Mingshu is really strong. He won the Quartz Conference in just his first year. That's the Quartz Conference. I want to go too."

Xiao Zhong said longingly.

"Xiao Zhong, as long as you work hard, you can do it," Otani said encouragingly.

"Hehehe, Mr. Otani, I know you are trying to comfort me. I know my own talent best," Xiao Zhong said embarrassedly.

"Don't underestimate yourself. Everything is possible," said Otani with a smile.

Along the way, Xiao Zhong and Da Gu were the ones chatting, and Xiao Ming rarely interrupted. Before we knew it, we were back to the farm.