Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 364 The Money-Grubber: I Just Want to Make Money

"This Pokémon is called a Treasure Hunter, and it's a very rare creature. It can also use its psychic powers to control humans, making them help it collect treasure."

"At the same time, its appearance also proves that Ghost-type Pokémon are born from strong emotions, which explains the origin of Pokémon."

If the Money-Seeking Spirit were given to Dr. Yew, it would probably allow her to write dozens more papers, since this would also greatly help her "origin theory".

However, dealing with Mr. Bourgeois's property should be the priority for now.

"Is this the little guy?" Cattleya chuckled softly. "I've seen something interesting."

Want some gold coins?

The young lady used her superpowers to suspend a gleaming ancient gold coin. Gold is immortal, so it still shines brightly even after thousands of years.

Suo Cailing's eyes widened immediately, and he nodded rapidly.

Big sister, I think you're a good person, please give me the gold coins! The little coin-carrying figure tiptoed and made all sorts of funny movements, as if trying to please Cattleya, just like a court clown from an ancient era.

"This guy is so greedy!" Mr. Bourgeois was furious. "Even Pokémon need to know the value of money! He took the Ancient Gold Coin from me without doing anything. I bought it at a high price. You thief!"

"Pooh!"

The Money-Grubber made a face and used the move "Scare." This is one of only two moves it can learn by leveling up.

Clearly, as a Ghost Pokémon, it will take the concept of "having no moral bottom line" to the extreme!
"I live in your house, so your money is mine, and my gold coins are still mine, well, that's what it says."

Lightmoss gave a simple translation, and the members of the Bourgeois family were only slightly surprised that humans could understand Pokémon, but when they thought that Lightmoss was a psychic, they automatically ignored the fact.

There are all sorts of strange and wonderful superpowered people, so it's not surprising!

The main point is that this Pokémon is just too arrogant!

"Damn it! You want a one-on-one fight? Fine, I'll grant your wish!"

Mr. Bourgeois's expression sharpened: "I am a master who trained under the legendary karate king Zaimon. Don't underestimate humans!"

He angrily slapped it, but it was as if he had hit thin air and there was no reaction. At the same time, the little coin figure made a mocking gesture.

"Ahem! Mr. Bourgeois, don't attack. It's a ghost-type being; normal attacks are ineffective."

"It only has the most basic impact force, but this guy's body isn't afraid of impacts."

Before evolving into "Cyclone," the Money-Grubber's body was more like some kind of liquid metal, so ordinary attacks were ineffective against it, and even impacts had little effect. That being said, the little thing itself didn't have much offensive power.

"Hehe! Waaah~"

The money spirit flipped off Mr. Bourgeois's hand, made a few funny gestures, and mumbled something incoherently.

"Well, it said it was just collecting gold coins and didn't have any problem with you, and it only recently woke up."

As Guangtai listened to Suocailing's self-introduction, he explained to the impotently furious Mr. Bourgeois, "It's obvious that this thing is indeed an antique. It has existed for a long time, but it used to be sleeping."

“However, this also fits what you said about the habits of this type of Pokémon.” Gadria hadn’t forgotten about Lightmoss’s description, and as if she had thought of something interesting, she couldn’t help but chuckle:

"Aren't Pokémon that are kept in warehouses, prop shops, and antique shops a good fit for you ecologically?"

"Oh, you're planning to take it with you! That's wonderful!" Mr. Bourgeois seemed to see a glimmer of hope and quickly said, "To be honest, if this little thing stays in my house, it will definitely continue to steal my treasures. Although I don't know why it collects ancient coins, I don't plan to give those antiques to this Pokémon."

"There must be a reason why the Pokémon are acting on their own."

Miss Susan hummed softly, seemingly finding it amusing, while recalling what she had learned at school: "It's either for survival, or for food, or for fighting, or... for evolution."

“I heard Dr. Yew say this when she was lecturing at Feiyun University.”

“That’s right, Miss Susan, this Pokémon is collecting coins in order to evolve!” Lightmoss nodded, confirming Miss Susan’s idea.

Hmm, is this young lady studying at Feiyun University? But in the Pokémon world, it seems like it doesn't matter whether you go to school or not. The battle records of theoretical trainers may not be higher than those of wild trainers. However, there are many majors in trainer schools, and you don't necessarily have to become a trainer.

Becoming a researcher, mechanic, programmer, or PhD is a perfectly legitimate career path.

“Although my major is Pokémon research, I actually prefer battling,” Susan explained somewhat shyly, but her eyes sparkled as she looked at the Pokémon. “However, these unique Pokémon have their own ecology and behavior patterns, which fascinate me.”

"Perhaps conducting research while fighting is also a good option."

“If it’s for evolution, then I can’t leave this Pokémon here!” Mr. Bourgeois was quite frightened: “If a Pokémon evolves by collecting necessary items, it will turn those items into part of its body after evolving!”

"My ancient gold coins can't be absorbed by it!"

"Ptooey, ptooey, ptooey!" The Money-Seeking Spirit was very unhappy. It slapped the treasure chest repeatedly and mumbled something.

Lightmoss: "It said that as long as it evolves, it will return double the money it lost."

Mr. Bourgeois shook his head: "That won't do! Antiques and newly minted gold coins are different! You little Pokémon wouldn't understand the benefits of antiques! Although I also like antique replicas, they are always just a substitute for antiques!"

"Of course, if there are valuable works of art in exchange, then that would be more like it!"

"Eek!" Suo Cailing was immediately disappointed and could only look at Miss Cattleya with anticipation.

After the clown performed various comical acts to make the young lady laugh, the coin-carrying figure seemed to believe that this rich person could help him, so he performed even more energetically.

Its core objective is singular!
I, Suocailing, am very poor. Please send me money, thank you!

After a moment's thought, Guangtai suddenly asked Suocailing:

"Does that mean as long as you have gold coins, it doesn't matter which country's currency you use?"

“I’ve heard that your companions are mostly from the Parthian region and are quite rare in other areas.”

"Yes, the Sea King is the one who created the Unova world, but his treasure contains very little ancient gold coins. If you need a lot of ancient money, why not look in other regions?"

"This way you can also collect ancient gold coins from different countries and regions. Different gold coins will have different meanings, right?" In the game, the gold coin needed for the evolution of the Money-Grubber is called the "Money-Grubber's Coin," but in reality, that coin should be a coin from the ancient kingdom of Padia.

Suo Cailing was taken aback.

It had never even considered such a thing.

Speaking of the world? Different countries? Different regions?

Its world is only the size of the underwater ruins, and even when it awakens from ancient times, the "world" it remembers is only a fixed part of the area.

It once thought that was the whole world.

"Cool!"

Suo Cailing whistled and let out a strange laugh.

Your suggestion is quite interesting!
Although I didn't quite understand it, it sounded really impressive!

But as long as there's money to be made, you can go anywhere. Anyway, you can't make any money here. Don't you want to adopt someone, my friend?

"To be honest, you could have run away with the treasure chest, right?"

Guangtai remembers that although the treasure chest-shaped Treasure Spirit is very heavy, it is actually the kind of creature that can "run like the wind if you give me a ton of gold." It can even jump off a watchtower with a full chest of gold coins and make a quick getaway.

The reason it hasn't run away is purely because it wants to make money!

Seeing that Lightmoss had taken out a Poké Ball, Money Spirit stroked his chin.

It could actually sense the immense, almost spirit-like power emanating from the Lightmoss, but more importantly, this spirit traveler was not only not indifferent, but also possessed a lot of positive emotions, like sunshine. Oh! There really is sunshine!

Suo Cailing stared wide-eyed at the sunlight condensing in Guang Tai's hand.

"Isn't it interesting? This is also a [superpower]!"

"By the way, I find your dance very interesting. In the past, were you perhaps a court entertainer for some king?"

Suo Cailing immediately put his hands on his hips.

But you've ruined my reputation!
That's right, I existed as "the king's treasure"! You could even say that the entire national treasury was my treasure. Unfortunately, I was discovered and driven out not long afterward.

"Didn't they get caught stealing?"

The Money-Seeking Spirit, however, paid no attention to such complaints. It was very interested in the magic of the Lightmoss and rubbed its hands together, eager to learn.

Whether it's trading gold coins or special magic, it's enough to pique the interest of this "little old man." When he saw Lightmoss take out a Poké Ball, Money Spirit pondered for a moment.

It wasn't familiar with this kind of thing, but when it was hidden in the treasure chest, it had seen the Bourgeois family use similar spheres to retrieve Pokémon.

But
The color of this ball is ugly!
"Pah, pah!" Suo Cailing raised his palm and waved it with dissatisfaction.

The sphere I want to live in must be a magnificent, golden sphere! Only then will it be worthy of the title "treasure"!

"Gold? There is indeed a ball like that, but you're not qualified to stay inside it."

The GS ball is a golden ball, but it belongs to the shrine and cannot be made by oneself.

So, for the same type of gold ball, it seems that simply applying a layer of gold paint could also fool people.

"Use this."

Gadria took out a black and gold Poké Ball and used her telekinesis to move it in front of the Moneypick.

"Is this a deluxe ball?" Moss stared at the special Poké Ball.

Well, in previous generations, luxury balls were quite rare.

“Hmm~” Cattleya raised her chin: “This guy seems to like vanity, so a luxury ball is the most suitable for him.”

“Living in this kind of ball would be very pleasant. Its interior is very comfortable, and wild Pokémon caught in it would easily become close to their trainers.”

"Cool!"

The Money-Seeking Spirit patted the Luxury Ball, showing considerable satisfaction.

Well, although it's not gold, this "sphere" looks very beautiful and gorgeous, with an indescribable air of wealth. This is it!

With a bang, the switch on the luxury ball was pressed, and the money-grabbing spirit, along with the treasure chest, was taken inside, causing everyone around to widen their eyes.

Miss Susan: "Hey, isn't that treasure chest an antique?!"

Gadria: "Pokémon can bring all the items into the Pokémon's Pokémon, so treasure chests should be fine too, right?"

Mr. Bourgeois: "Anyway, that guy is finally gone!"

Guangtai chuckled: "During the evolution process, the treasure chest is also part of the 'evolution.' That's the special characteristic of the Money-Gathering Spirit."

After evolving, the bulky treasure chest will transform into the golden skateboard under "Sai Fuhao's" feet!
"Grease, a Pokémon from the King's Treasure."

We met at Mr. Bourgeois's house in Ripple Town.

"A somewhat arrogant personality."

Perhaps they like bitterness.

"She's a little bit vain."

(End of this chapter)