Chapter 18: Chapter 18:Evolve, Arcanine!
The sky had darkened.
A campfire was lit in the clearing of the ranch.
Natsume released the Houndour and used Eternity Power to help them gradually recover.
"From now on, your job will be to patrol the ranch and prevent other wild Pokémon from entering the land."
Natsume assigned the work to the Houndour.
"If you have any questions, you can ask Growlithe."
"Awooo~"
Growlithe proudly stepped forward with its chest puffed out.
"Houndour."
The Houndour looked at Growlithe, appearing somewhat defiant.
"Awooo."
Seeing this, Growlithe walked up to the Houndour and focused intently on it.
The Houndour Leader slowly lowered its head.
Natsume turned his gaze toward the data of the Houndour Leader.
Name: Houndour
Type: Dark/Fire
Level: lv15
Ability: Early Bird
Individual Values: HP 30, Attack 21, Defense 22, Special Attack 30, Special Defense 25, Speed 28
Moves: Leer, Ember, Howl, Smog, Bite, Roar, Flame Charge
Inherited Moves: Feint
Potential: Gym Leader
This Houndour's potential is at the Gym Leader level.
For a Pokémon, this potential is quite impressive.
Increasing a Pokémon's level isn't an easy task.
A level thirty Pokémon is already considered excellent among Trainers.
For an average person, even a level ten Pokémon could pose a life-threatening danger.
"Rotom, let's all grab something to eat~"
Rotom came flying over, bringing Pokémon food for the Houndour.
In the wilderness, Pokémon often battled over territory primarily due to food.
Thus, the Houndour couldn't resist the large portion of Pokémon food placed in front of them.
Natsume said, "Go ahead and eat; it's meant for you."
After receiving confirmation from Natsume, the Houndour rushed forward eagerly.
"Natsume, bro."
Daiki, looking at Natsume feeding the Houndour, asked in confusion, "With your strength, why don't you become a Trainer?"
Natsume glanced at him and replied, "Do you want to be a Trainer?"
"Of course!"
Daiki said dreamily, "To become a professional Trainer and train powerful Pokémon."
"Traveling the ocean, the desert, the sky—going wherever you want, how free is that?"
Natsume gently petted the Dratini coiled around him and asked, "What's wrong?"
"Do you think my life isn't free, or that my Pokémon aren't strong enough?"
Daiki was taken aback, quickly saying, "That's not what I meant! I meant..."
Natsume chuckled: "Just kidding, don't be so nervous."
"This world is full of excitement; everyone can choose different ways to live."
"But whether it's as a farm owner or a Trainer, I think the ultimate goal is the same."
"Freedom and happiness."
Natsume looked at Daiki and said, "So just live the life you want to live."
Daiki scratched his head, listening to Natsume: "But I'm really weak."
"Can I really become a strong Trainer?"
Natsume picked up a skewer of grilled meat from the barbecue and gazed at his acre of land: "Who knows?"
"But if I don't cultivate this land, it definitely won't grow any Hearty Grains."
Hearing Natsume's words, Daiki looked back at the land ahead.
Natsume's farm isn't very big right now.
However, it stood in stark contrast to the chaotic wasteland around it.
A gentle breeze blew through, making the tender sprouts in the field sway in harmony, full of life.
"Thank you!"
Daiki suddenly felt that his future should be filled with hope.
"I understand now!"
Daiki said seriously to Natsume: "I will keep working hard!"
"Even though I'm still weak now, one day, my Machop and I will become stronger!"
"Machop~"
Machop flexed its muscles in agreement.
Looking at Daiki's bright eyes, Natsume felt like one of those mysterious figures in movies who solidify the main character's resolve.
Natsume smiled and said, "I wish you success."
"Fearow~"
A Fearow flew across the night sky.
"My Uber Flying has arrived."
Daiki waved to the torch nearby and called out to the sky.
Fearow descended.
"Natsume, bro, I'm heading back now."
Daiki opened the door to Fearow and said goodbye to Natsume.
"See you later."
Fearow took off with Daiki, flying into the moonlight.
"Growlithe."
Natsume called over Growlithe.
"Awooo~"
Growlithe sat down in front of Natsume, happily nibbling at its tail.
Natsume vigorously patted Growlithe's fur and grinned: "Look at this!"
In an instant, he produced a Fire Stone from his hand!
"Awooo!"
Growlithe's breathing quickened as it looked at the Fire Stone in Natsume's hand.
"Awooo."
Growlithe gazed at Natsume eagerly.
Natsume said, "This is for you."
"Let's evolve, Growlithe!"
Upon hearing this, Growlithe immediately opened its mouth and bit toward the Fire Stone.
The moment Growlithe and the Fire Stone made contact, an intense burst of Fire-type energy erupted.
Flames and light surged from within Growlithe's body.
"Chirp chirp~"
Sandslash rushed over from the land to witness the evolution moment of its companion.
The eyes of the Houndour pack turned toward them as well.
Their eyes were filled with longing.
"Awooo~"
A loud howl echoed through the night sky!
Notice: Your Growlithe has evolved into Arcanine.
Arcanine's level has increased to 25.
Arcanine has automatically learned Extreme Speed, Play Rough, Fire Fang, Flare Blitz, Crunch, Reversal, Helping Hand, Retaliate, and Take Down.
Arcanine was once hailed as a legendary Pokémon, and it was not just because of its imposing appearance.
With powerful strength and astonishing speed.
At the moment of evolution, Growlithe inherited and learned the powerful moves from its lineage as it transformed into Arcanine.
"Sandslash~"
Sandslash called out happily, then waved at Arcanine.
Sandslash wanted to challenge Arcanine to a battle!
"Awooo~"
Arcanine accepted the challenge eagerly!
In the open area!
"Whoosh!"
From Arcanine's mouth, a Flamethrower shot straight toward Sandslash.
"Sandslash~"
Sandslash immediately used Defense Curl.
Curling into a ball, Sandslash then launched a Rollout attack toward Arcanine!
Sandslash darted through the flames, charging right in front of Arcanine!
Crush Claw!
Flames erupted from Arcanine's mouth as its fangs appeared.
Fire Fang!
Boom~ Bang~
Under the moonlight, smoke filled the air.
By the campfire, Natsume waved the skewer in his hand and shouted loudly: "Go for it, Sandslash!"
"Let's go, Arcanine!"
"Buneary~"
The two Buneary held hands and began to dance a cheerleading dance.
"Houndour~ Awooo~"
The long howls of Houndour echoed in response.
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