Aspiring to become a Pokémon trainer

Laughter filled the air as the nimble lead ram strode up the log, maneuvering and quickly carrying the two to the top of the tree.

"We've arrived. A little further ahead is the Shy Bud Inn. If you go now, young lady, you should still have time to rent a room."

"Thank you for your help, Mr. Fokker."

She expressed her gratitude verbally and bowed deeply, showing the utmost respect for her future teacher.

"Oh, so you recognized me all along."

One was fully aware of the situation, while the other remained completely unaware, but neither paid much attention. The old man simply spoke again calmly.

"There's no need to call me 'Old Master' so respectfully; just call me 'Master Fu' is enough."

Chapter Ten: So-Called Happiness (Bonus Chapter)

After bidding farewell to Master Fu, she stepped into the inn. As the wooden door closed, the young woman was able to put down her luggage and enjoy the peace of the night.

"Finally, I can rest for a while."

Remove the gray-stained clothes, take a towel from the rack, and place it on your forehead.

After half a day of exercise, her body was covered in sweat. Although she didn't smell bad, she was still a little uncomfortable.

She crouched down inside the bathtub, not in a hurry to wash herself; Nan Yin only exposed her eyebrows, eyes, and the tip of her nose above the water.

Feeling the warmth of the baking and relaxing, she puffed out her cheeks slightly and exhaled a series of bubbles from her mouth.

Gurgle, gurgle, gurgle.

Just like the youthful actions of the female protagonists in the comics, Nan Yin had imagined it even if she had never actually experienced it.

Nothing special, but for someone who has lived two impoverished lives and never experienced a bathtub, this fulfillment of a wish is a way to satisfy curiosity and realize a simple dream.

Picking up her pajamas hanging on the doorknob, she let her slightly disheveled white hair fall loose and walked into the living room in her cotton shoes.

As you zoom in, the perfectly intact letter on the coffee table naturally comes into view.

Yes, Nan Yin did not mention Dr. Blatano's recommendation to Master Fu just now.

Firstly, it was because it was late at night, and their own children had been running around all day, exhausted and needed rest.

Secondly, even though Grandpa Fu looks energetic on the surface, he is still an elderly man who is nearly seventy or eighty years old and has difficulty walking.

There is still plenty of time; neither for ourselves nor for him, there is no need to rush to make a clear judgment in this short time.

Moreover, after subduing Scorpio, her level has been further improved.

[Individual: Nanyin]

Level: lv13-lv14 Available Points: 1

Correspondingly, in addition to the available points, the Palu Ball crafting table in the next column is also unlocked.

Open the list, and you'll find everything from the most basic spheres to the advanced and master-level spheres, and even the legendary ones at the very top—all are available for use.

However, the materials used to make them were far beyond what Nanyin music could afford at the moment.

[Master Palkia] Crafting Requirements (Alternatives): Mature Giant Berry, Garchomp's Claw, Minnow Scale, Naarufuru's Whiskers...

Leaving aside the few renowned quasi-gods mentioned earlier, and not even mentioning the legends further back, Nan Yin had hardly ever heard of Mi Li Long and Chi Hou Ba.

Perhaps, it is a new generation of spirits?

Unlike her memories of a journey that only reached Galar, this world also included a region called Padia. On that continent, there were not only many familiar elves, but also beings she had never heard of before.

I don't plan to search immediately. Judging from the name alone, MiLiLong is probably a cute little dragon with weak combat power. As for eating HouBa?

They're probably the type who's naturally fierce and prone to overeating and drinking.

Setting aside her worries and no longer dwelling on things that were currently unattainable, Nan Yin refocused her attention on the points available.

One bonus is enough to awaken her initial mental power and sharpen the sensitivity of her senses. So, what about the second one?

Instead of accumulating points for flexible use when needed, she believes in taking action without hesitation and adapting to any situation by relying on her own experience.

After all, there is often a difference between ideas and reality. If she were to face a truly fatal crisis, she probably wouldn't be able to react in time, given Tang's sudden and powerful telekinetic abilities.

Attacks from wild Pokémon, poaching by Pokémon hunters, and targeting by villainous organizations—endless crises lurk, ready to erupt. And let's not forget preemptive moves like High Five, Grass Slide, and Sudden Attack; they're terrifying enough in battle, let alone on vulnerable humans.

[Psychic Power: 1 → 2.]

As her thoughts were transmitted, a force far greater than before surged from between her brows in all directions. Following that, more detailed information, like an inflowing tide, flowed back in circles with the circumference as its radius.

The hidden cracks in the glass of the coffee table, the seemingly smooth surface of the tiles actually revealing intricate patterns, the intricate internal structure of the television screen...

A breakthrough was achieved in terms of quality, and the quantitative level was also further improved.

With a raised palm and a single thought, the fruit that was originally in the backpack fell precisely between the five fingers.

Nan Yin did not feel strained by this; she knew that her limits were far greater than this.

Two hundred grams, five hundred grams, one kilogram—after estimating the approximate threshold, she decisively stopped.

If he didn't stop soon, he feared his little beast's bewildered and terrified gaze would overwhelm him.

With a smile, her special attack was enhanced in a sense.

Moving towards the table, Nan Yin felt much better after receiving the blessing of this great power, even though her feet were still sore.

Picking up her pen, she began to re-plan the direction of the future, which included not only the aspects that Eevee and Scorpio needed to pay attention to, but also the development path of the girl as an individual.

[Through repeated practice, strengthen the resilience of a specific part of the body or increase the proficiency of wielding it, and incorporate practical combat when necessary to achieve a breakthrough.]

Having read through the experiences of many trainers in raising Pokémon, Nan Yin felt compelled to express her gratitude to these predecessors who were willing to share their knowledge.

Without their generosity and selflessness, she would not have been able to smoothly summarize the future path of her little beast.

Since Eevee is born with high attack stats like ferocity and intelligence, it's even more important to hone its offensive capabilities and guide it towards becoming a high-damage dealer. Meanwhile, Gliscor, which excels in defense and speed, needs to strengthen its wing membrane and stinger to facilitate spikes and poison attacks, while also accumulating potential for future evolution.

As she tapped out the characters with her fingertips and listed out the feasible solutions one by one, just as Nan Yin was about to put down her pen again, the slight weight on her knees brought her back to her senses.

"Buyi."

Without urging her or casting a glance, Eevee simply curled up, lowered its ears, and lay quietly at the base of the girl's thighs.

It is a silent reminder, and also a quiet concern.

"I just realized it's already past midnight. Thank you for keeping me company for so long, Eevee."

Looking out the window, apart from her, few other houses still had their lights on.

She put down her pen and paper, hugged the little beast to her arms, and with the child's instructions, she naturally did not intend to continue writing furiously at her desk.

However, before Nan Yin could take a step, Scorpion leaped up and held up a dirty tree fruit that it had picked up from who-knows-where.

"Clap!"

He broke it in half and handed it to the girl with a silly grin; the little guy's thoughts were quite simple.

It only knew that after a night, it was hungry, and that the humans who had shared with it and had not eaten for a long time should also feel hungry.

Therefore, I will repay this debt on my own behalf this time.

"Thank you, it tastes great!"

Although she was momentarily stunned, Nan Yin quickly understood the child's intentions.

She didn't refuse, and instead chewed heartily. Perhaps it was midnight and the temperature was getting cooler, but for some reason, she couldn't feel the chill of spring in this place.

Chapter Eleven: The Meaning of the Breeder

Today is a bright and sunny day.

Lifting the curtain, she cleared her mind, watching the early-rising swallows frolic and dart about, and seeing the lush greenery spreading vitality. The young girl let the cool breeze carry away her weariness and languor.

Living atop the canopy of a giant tree is undoubtedly a completely new experience for Nanyin music.

As you lower your gaze, the mountains and terraced fields you traversed yesterday also appear as distant views, stretching out in an endless expanse.

"Buyi."

Leaping onto the girl's shoulder, Eevee paid no attention to what was outside the window; it simply curled its tail and wrapped it around the girl's neck.

The morning air is slightly chilly, so it's important to keep warm. This applies to both the animal and the other.

"Thanks, little one."

With a slight raise of her eyebrows, she stopped wasting time and drew the curtains to keep the cold wind out.

It wouldn't be good to make her own Eevee worry about her.

Organizing the necessary items and carefully placing the letter into her handbag, she hadn't forgotten what she needed to do today.

After washing her face and having a simple breakfast, she changed her shoes and socks and headed straight for the Biyi Dojo.

As eight o'clock in the morning approached, even this town built against the trees gradually began to bustle with people coming and going.

People rushing to make a living, elderly people exercising in the morning, trainers eager to take on challenges... the unique vitality of the early morning is revealed one by one in Nanyin's eyes.

With this vibrant energy by her side, she arrived at the center of town, at the trunk of the ancient tree.

"Excuse me, is Mr. Fokkerji here?"

Pushing open the dojo's door, the girl softly asked the staff at the front desk.

Are you planning to challenge the dojo?

Glancing at the Scorpion floating in mid-air, the woman naturally assumed that Nan Yin was a trainer who collected badges.

"No, there are some matters that require me to see that old gentleman."

“I see. But there’s nothing I can do to help. Master Fu left the dojo early this morning and headed down the mountain. It probably won’t be easy to find him now.”

She apologized with a look of shame, and upon learning this information, Nan Yin was not at a loss; she roughly guessed where the old man would go.

Just like their elders, they were used to being busy when they were young and couldn't stay idle. They always wanted to find something to do, not because they cared about the rewards, but because they wanted peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.

Reaching a high point in the distance, she followed yesterday's method, summoning a nearby shuttlecock, and then, taking advantage of a favorable wind, gliding to the terraced fields covered with tea plants.

Perhaps the target wasn't found immediately, but with the spread of mental power, Nan Yin found the answer in a short time.

Avoiding the tangled branches, passing through the continuous thickets, beside a tea tree that was not growing well, an old man with white hair and beard was bending over, carefully applying fertilizer to the soil.

"Mr. Fokkerji".

"Isn't this the girl from yesterday? What are you doing here? These heavy jobs aren't suitable for you."

Looking up with his cane, and seeing a beautiful young woman, Master Fu instinctively used his usual tone.

But upon closer examination and recalling that the other person was not unaware of his identity, the old man's gaze changed.

"Girl, could it be that you're here so early this morning to challenge the Twin Wings Gym?"

With a scrutinizing look, he carefully observed the Eevee bobbing on the girl's shoulder and the Gliscor following behind.

However, the deeper they went, the more intense their astonishment became.

"Well, these two little guys are a bit young and don't seem to have much training, but their individual potential is incredible. However, if you want to rely on them, they're probably not enough."

“I understand, so I am not here to challenge you, sir.”

Nan Yin took out the letter from a compartment in her handbag and handed it to the recipient.

"Although it is a little embarrassing to say, this is a letter that Dr. Blatano asked me to deliver to you."

He didn't take it immediately. Looking at the girl in front of him, Master Fu seemed to suddenly realize something.

"So, you're the Nanyin that brat Blatano was talking about."

Recalling yesterday's experience, he couldn't help but smile.

“It’s quite a coincidence. Don’t feel embarrassed to talk about it. Becoming an apprentice is a process of mutual consent. Cultivation is not something you can learn just by wanting to. I have had many apprentices who have become my disciples, but what good is knowing only the basics? In comparison, I am more afraid of taking this skill to my grave alone.”

Unconcerned about the words, Master Fu gently patted the girl's shoulder.

"Since it's such an important matter, why didn't you take the opportunity to talk about it last night?"