Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 348 Cattleya: Shopkeeper, come be my personal butler?
The time spent in the battle castle still lingered in Gadria's mind. In fact, she originally thought she would not be able to pass this trial.

Unexpectedly, those props had a very important effect. When I stopped dwelling on the pain of the past, I was able to unleash unimaginable power.

During these months of training, I have shaken off my previous unstable state.

Spirit, will, emotions—all sorts of feelings I'd never experienced before welled up from my heart.

This made Cattleya feel that she was a normal girl now.

No longer need to suppress emotions to control superpowers
In the past, I longed for exciting battles and felt happy and excited because of them.

However, once he loses a battle, his mind becomes uncontrollable, so he needs to suppress his emotions to control this excessive power.

However, the side effect is that my emotions are fading, and I'm losing interest in everything.

Unless you're fighting a very strong challenger, but that carries the risk of things getting out of control.

This is the root of my suffering.

"It's better to have no superpowers at all than to have uncontrollable superpowers. In the past, I would curl up like a hedgehog whenever I encountered setbacks."

"But because of the props you made, I was able to walk down a bright path where I no longer had to suppress my emotions."

"This gratitude is heartfelt, just like my gratitude to Shi Lan."

As Gadriya showed Lightmoy around her villa, she recounted her past experiences, which calmed her down, and a faint smile appeared on her lips.

These mosses all know this.

Just hearing what the person in question said, the pain and sorrow were especially intense; even a calm description could give one a vague feeling of suffocation.

"It's really not easy to be determined to change yourself. When I was feeling lost, it was Zhu Lan who guided me, which is why I have such a deep admiration for Zhu Lan."

"Strong and beautiful, Zhu Lan is exactly how I aspire to be. I want to become like her."

Guangtai burst out laughing.

At this point, shouldn't we say that famous line?

“Admiration is the feeling farthest from understanding.”

When Gadria heard Lightmoy's evaluation, she was slightly taken aback and somewhat confused: "What's wrong with longing?"

Guangtai shrugged: "Those who yearn for something are too idealistic and find it difficult to understand the true nature of others. Therefore, there is an insurmountable distance between yearning and understanding."

"However, Zhu Lan doesn't have any particularly deep secrets. Compared to someone I know, Miss Zhu Lan is quite emotional and simple."

Cattleya said thoughtfully, "So, sometimes I overlook Zhulan's thoughts?"

She suddenly closed her eyes, and after a long while, she suddenly felt a little lost.

"Yes. I used to look forward to Zhulan's visit, but she was always delayed because of investigating the ruins. I only thought about my own happiness and didn't realize that she was also very busy."

"Then, as a replacement, the store manager will take Zhu Lan's place."

Guangtai explained, "Actually, I came here because..."

"Underwater ruins." Cattleya hummed softly.
"After all, you are the one who guards the ruins. You must have come here after hearing about the ruins of the Unova. Your investigations everywhere are also for those ruins."

"Oh, I wasn't following you! Your superpowers are incredibly strong right now, I can't see them."

Guangtai remained silent: "But you must have seen it, right?"

“I was just waiting for you to visit me, hmph.” Cattleya turned her head slightly to the side.

Clearly, she hadn't shed her spoiled princess nature during this period, but then again, even after becoming one of the Four Heavenly Kings, her spoiled princess temperament remained unchanged.

Cattleya said unhappily, "You must be thinking about something rude, right?"

Guangtai patted her head: "You can't read minds, can you? And if you've been following me all this way, isn't it normal for me to have some complaints in my mind?"

Caldelia was somewhat annoyed: "So I said, it's all because you didn't come to Ripple Town first."

"Ahem!" She coughed lightly. "However, I did indeed see some strange and dangerous figures through my foresight! But! If you ask me, it's not impossible for me to help you deal with them!"

She raised her head slightly, revealing a confident smile once more, as if waiting for someone to "summon" her. She had an expression that said, "I'm very capable."

The golden swan raised its noble neck, awaiting praise and calls.

But the moss pondered.

The Unova Elite Four are already fed up with these mysterious organizations. Before Team Plasma launched its major operation, they would at most offer verbal criticism. Apart from the highly righteous Lian Wu, who might seek out two lucky sages for a Mortal Kombat match, the other three probably don't care about such things.

At least Wanlong had no intention of investigating. Perhaps in her eyes, Group Plasma was just a short-lived, bizarre organization that could only be used as material for a novel.

As for the remaining evil-type master, "Citrus," he is an outlaw, but he does have a strong sense of justice in the special episode. We just haven't met him yet.

Why don't you speak?

Cattleya waited for a while, and when she found that Lightmoth was thinking about something again, she was a little annoyed: "Hey! Do you have to think about this for so long?"

"I'm one of the Four Heavenly Kings! I should make a decision immediately!"

It's a rare opportunity for me to show my face in front of people I know!
Moreover, since they are both from the same Shenhe people, Guangtai will definitely meet Zhulan again in the future. When he does, he can ask Zhulan to "spread the word" for him, and Zhulan's impression of him will skyrocket!

Furthermore, in this way, one's reputation will also spread to "Shilan"!
Show off in front of the people you are most grateful to. Although Cattleya admits that she has a little girl's desire to show off, don't adults have this mentality too?

I'm still a righteous young woman!

Guangtai: "I just didn't expect that Miss would take the initiative to offer to help. After all, this mysterious organization doesn't pose any threat to you, does it?"

Cattleya: "Stop nagging, I like it."

She muttered to herself, "All I need to do is answer yes or no, I don't need to think about anything else. I'm very strong now."

Cattleya turned her head slightly and suddenly saw a pair of electronic eyes staring at her, their gaze filled with a variety of emotions, including curiosity, surprise, joy, and pleasure.
Hmm, and a little bit of jealousy and wariness?

This is thanks to the fact that the pixels of the electronic eye change, and that a superpowered emotion is conveyed from the heart of the electronic eye's owner.

"Huh, it's a Pokémon?!"

She was startled.

[The sample is love! You love him!]
The Iron Warrior emitted an electronic sound indicating joy, which normal people couldn't understand, but fortunately, Cattleya wasn't normal.

Through psychic perception, one can understand what Iron Warrior is saying, but this is limited to Pokémon with psychic powers.

Cattleya was slightly taken aback, then immediately became embarrassed and annoyed:

"You, what are you talking about?"

"Sorry, don't worry about it." Guangtai quickly patted the Iron Warrior and pulled the "mechanical girl" to the back.

"This is one of my Pokémon. For some complicated reasons, she is interested in all kinds of strong emotions and is searching for the meaning of 'love'."

Iron Warrior blinked his pixelated eyes, stood beside Lightmoss, and stared blankly at her while simultaneously unleashing a system storm.

Wasn't that feeling just now love?

It's vague yet clearly directed; isn't it clearly a feeling of concern, or even something beyond concern? It's quite "caring"!
Iron Warrior, however, was unsure what this new emotion was. He felt uneasy and dissatisfied with his master's interactions with other women. What was this feeling?
Hmm, interesting. I'll make a note of this and ask Miss Skirt about it later.

"In pursuit of 'love'."

"What kind of Pokémon is this?"

After her initial embarrassment, Gadria gradually became curious. It was the first time she had seen a Pokémon like Iron Warrior that was "both similar and unlike" something else, which greatly piqued her interest. So much so that while Iron Warrior was thinking, Gadria had already taken the initiative to move closer.

"Cold, steel-like steel properties? Gardevoir's region form? This looks like a man-made creation!"

"You look a lot like the 'Gear Monster' from the Unova region! At first glance, neither of you looks like a natural creature! But you're much more technologically advanced!"

"Hmm? You seem a little wary of me? Why? Ah, I see."

Gadriya seemed to understand something. Her expression as she looked at Iron Warrior and Lightmoy became quite mischievous, completely unlike her previous lazy self. Instead, she turned into a somewhat lively girl.

“Speaking of which,” Guangtai coughed, then suddenly remembered something important: “Young Miss, I would like to ask you how to cultivate superpowers.”

"Ask me for superpowers? Who, me?" Gadriya was somewhat surprised, and then she couldn't help but smile.

There's a hint of amusement in this.

After all, I used to be unable to control my superpowers, but now I'm being asked for advice by others.

However, thinking about it this way, it felt as if her efforts during this period had been recognized. A strange sense of pleasure welled up in Cattleya's heart.

Years of hard work have finally paid off, and this is exactly what I want to hear!

"I'm sorry." Cattleya gently covered her mouth, and then struggled to adjust her expression before regaining her elegant ladylike demeanor.

"I just didn't expect such a strange day to come. Although I don't know how your superpowers became stronger, it doesn't seem like it was through training."

"Perhaps the store manager has already discovered his own superpower talent. Actually, I'm the same. I don't need to train; my superpowers are constantly getting stronger. Hmm. Since you've finally asked, I'll tell you about my training experience over the past few months!"

"As a token of my gratitude, but before that, I have a request."

"I'd like to add another custom-made artwork. Of course, the previous one must also be kept on my word!"

"First of all, like the one Xiaoju'er is wearing, that's the fashion you exhibited in Feiyun City. I want a set too, that shouldn't be a problem, right? As for the design style, I'd like something more fantastical, cute, or, um, a bit melancholic and unique."

"Castle, night, stars."

Cattleya made a series of requests, lost in her own fantasy.

After viewing the artworks, Guangtai took off her backpack.

"Okay, then let's make it for you now."

Bamboo Orchid's Divine Garment was also made here.

Miss Gothic from Cattleya appeared and brought out a lot of materials from the inner room.

She saw the moss and greeted it warmly, but Cattleya wasn't surprised. Instead, she whispered:
“I know your secret. Miss Gothic told me everything that happened in the Pokémon dream world.”

Guangtai didn't care: "The dream world isn't such a big secret. If someone as kind-hearted as you knows it, it doesn't matter."

"Actually, many people already know about this world. Soon, devices related to the dream world will become commonplace, but ordinary people still won't be able to enter; it's a paradise for Pokémon."

"Hmm," Gadriya was a little displeased, thinking to herself that she was no ordinary person, but when she thought that at least she had received praise, she became confident and happy again.

"Well, anyway, thank you for the compliment. I am indeed a kind-hearted lady."

With a very ladylike smile, Cattleya began to introduce the fabrics:

“Take a look at these fabrics. They are all ultra-high-grade items purchased from the Galar region. Although I have heard that the outfit you made was made with ‘Dream Dragon Fabric,’ I do not know what that is. It must be a very valuable item, so what Little Chrysanthemum is wearing is a replica. However, these high-grade fabrics should serve as a more affordable alternative.”

"【Sturdy Fabric】This is a fabric woven by Bug-type Pokémon that is not easily torn."

"【Unbreakable Cloth】This is a super-unbreakable cloth made by Dark-type Pokémon."

"【Cute Fabric】 and 【Wonderful Fabric】 are the latest products, made from materials used by Fairy-type Pokémon, and have the effect of increasing charm."

"【Top-grade fabric】, this is made from rare materials from Normal-type Pokémon, it is top-grade in every aspect."

"【Mysterious Fabric】This is woven from the scales of Dragon-type Pokémon and is known as the 'Legendary Fabric'. Look, the scales are shimmering and beautiful, aren't they?"

"【Superpower Fabric】, a fabric with mesmerizing superpowers. This is my favorite. If you want to study superpowers, this fabric is absolutely indispensable."

"【Endless Space Fabric】This is a fabric that can be used in space. It is the culmination of Flying-type Pokémon and is something you absolutely cannot find on the market."

Guangtai immediately slapped his forehead.

As expected of a wealthy young lady, each of these precious fabrics was assessed by Guangtai as being of superior quality or above, and even had top-tier markings!
Compared to the dreamlike attribute fabrics I made myself, these are just as good!

The Galar region is a major supplier of fabrics, with many high-priced products targeting the high-end market, thanks to the significant investment from Chairman Loz of the Marocomón Group.

"Hum~"

For the young lady, humming once means she's unhappy, but humming twice means she's very happy.

"Tempted? These fabrics are quite rare for you, aren't they? But are they just fabrics? Of course not!"

Cattleya shook her head confidently:
“No matter how rare something is, I can buy it. So, shopkeeper, I have a suggestion.”

Cattleya smiled triumphantly, like the expression of someone who has hooked a big fish after baiting the bait, and tilted her body slightly:

"I'm still missing a butler in the Unova region. How about you become my personal butler? All the materials will be readily available."

Guangtai was taken aback.

Is this how the young lady tests the cadres?

Do you think I would give in so easily?
I am the long-tested messenger of the Great Lord of Sinnoh!
Just as Lightmoy was about to perform a "But I refuse" routine, Cattleya snapped her fingers:
"I have the complete survey data of the underwater ruins, which I copied from the Plasma Group using the ability to foresee the future. Do you want to see it?"

Guangmo: "."

"Don't worry." Cattleya rested her chin on her hand, tilted her head, and gave a slightly lazy and gentle smile. "I won't let you be in this position for too long, just a few days."

"I will pay a very generous reward."

However, as if she had figured something out, Guangtai suddenly said:

"A few days? I see. Could it be that Miss also wants to investigate the underwater ruins, then send a report to Miss Zhulan, and receive her praise?"

Ah, Zhu Lan is truly a woman of grave sins, no wonder she is called the "Queen of Ten Thousand Women".

"But you're not very good at investigating ruins, are you? Want to find common ground? Oh, and in that case, I'd also like some books. Hmm?"

Cattleya's smile froze, and she immediately became somewhat embarrassed and annoyed.

Her hair began to grow and flutter, which meant that her emotions were about to erupt!
"Manager, you really are something!"

"Let's have a superpower duel, the kind without Pokémon! I'll show you what the strongest superpowered person is like!"

(End of this chapter)