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Chapter 3: It’s a potential masterpiece!
“Energy cubes are currently only sold here, so if you run out, you can come and buy them from me,” Guxin explained to Bai Qianqian. Various factors influence the growth of Pokemon, and food is one of them.
Energy blocks in the Pokemon world are made from tree fruits, which are not considered precious there. However, in this world, they hold different values.
“I understand, but can Squirtle eat something else too?” Bai Qianqian asked curiously, leaning on her chin.
“Of course! Pokemon have remarkable physical conditions. They can even consume human food if they need to satisfy their hunger,” Guxin replied after pondering. “If they simply need to fill their stomachs, they can eat anything.”
Pokemon possess exceptional physical constitutions which need no explanation. In many ways, their physical form is much stronger than that of humans. They are genuinely fantasy creatures in the mythological stories of this world!
“However, because of their excellent constitution, they also have high nutritional requirements. It’s best to consume energy cubes regularly to grow perfectly,” Guxin advised Bai Qianqian. “And depending on their personality, like your Squirtle, which is more outgoing and lively, you can take it out for walks and outings.”
“Definitely!” Bai Qianqian blinked her eyes.
“Also, do you need one of these?” Guxin took out a small pink tablet and waved it in front of Bai Qianqian.
“Hey, isn’t this the Pokedex you mentioned?” Bai Qianqian looked at it in surprise and asked.
“Yes, it’s called a Pokedex. By pointing it at a Pokemon, you can access its basic information,” Guxin explained, aiming it at the Squirtle, which was still nibbling on an energy block, and pressing the button under Bai Qianqian’s curious gaze.
“Beep~ Squirtle, Water-type, the Tiny Turtle Pokémon.
Ability: Torrent
Moves: Tackle, Tail Whip, Water Gun
It has a gentle nature and is easy to raise. It is highly loyal to its species. When it withdraws into its shell, it shoots out water with great force.”
An electronic, mechanical sound came from the Pokedex.
“Huh?” Bai Qianqian tilted her head, very interested in the Pokédex. Is it a Water-type because Squirtle is a turtle? But what does that ability mean? And the moves?
Bai Qianqian had many questions and felt that something was wrong.
“Do you want one? The Pokédex provides a lot of convenience in understanding Pokémon. However, it may not be beneficial now,” Guxin said with a smile, shaking the Pokédex in Bai Qianqian’s hand. The Pokédex he sold was not yet recorded or unlocked. Users needed to unlock the corresponding Pokémon with the Pokédex to view their information, just like in the game.
“Then give me one. Also, give me ten boxes of those energy cubes,” Bai Qianqian confidently said as she took the Pokédex from Guxin’s hand.
“Alright!” Guxin sighed.
“Squirtle, Squirtle~!”
After understanding its trainer’s words, Squirtle adoringly called out to Bai Qianqian, its shiny eyes hoping for the food that was beckoning to it.
There is a lot of food beckoning to it!
“Hehe~ Follow this lady. Of course, you will have to eat spicy food,” Bai Qianqian rubbed Squirtle’s little head, looking quite pleased with herself.
“The Pokédex is 500 yuan, and I’ll give you a discount of 300 yuan per box for the high-quality energy cubes. The total is 3,500 yuan,” Guxin said as he took out ten boxes of energy cubes from under the counter and prepared them for Bai Qianqian.
“That’s expensive,” Bai Qianqian commented while taking out her phone and scanning Guxin’s payment QR code. She playfully rolled her eyes, expressing her humorous complaint. She usually spent money quite frugally and didn’t indulge in unnecessary expenses. This was the first time she had spent so much.
“It’s not expensive at all, beautiful lady. You’re actually my first customer, and I’ve given you a lot of discounts,” Guxin explained helplessly. “Otherwise, I wouldn’t have sold you Squirtle for only 200,000 yuan. It has tremendous potential and is an excellent specimen.”
Guxin was helpless because selling Squirtle for 200,000 yuan was already the lowest price he could offer. After all, this Squirtle had exceptional aptitude, and as one of the three starters in Kanto, it had great potential. In its final evolution, Blastoise, not only could it Mega Evolve, but it also had the potential for Gigantamaxing. With proper training, Blastoise could easily lead a formidable team.
“Which shop owner wouldn’t say that?” Bai Qianqian rolled her eyes again. Shop owners always used the same tactics and would never admit to making a lot of profit or even a fair amount.
“But this lady really likes this adorable little turtle, so that I won’t argue with you about it,” Bai Qianqian said happily, and she playfully poked Squirtle’s cheek, showing her joy.
She is such a cute girl.
Guxin couldn’t help but smile. It was because he loved Pokémon that he accepted the system task so willingly. Bai Qianqian’s behavior further strengthened his idea of popularizing Pokémon.
“So, beautiful miss, would you like to try another draw? There are many cute Pokémon, and some even cuter than Squirtle!” Guxin suggested.
“You crawl for this lady!”
“Squirtle, Squirtle! (I’m the cutest!),” Squirtle chimed in.
“……”