You are not allowed to be a Pokémon Trainer!

Chapter 55 It's normal for me, the head of the East University library, to have a side business, right?

12 month 18 day.

Inside a high-end residential community near a university in Shanghai.

"Mr. Xia, our house is not only fully furnished, but also uses high-grade materials specially designed for families with multiple Pokémon, including waterproof, fire-resistant, and high-temperature resistant materials. It also has a super-large balcony that can provide ample sunlight for Grass-type Pokémon. You can sign the contract today and move in tomorrow. What do you think?"

Xia Chi tried to ignore the incessant chatter of the real estate agent next door while leading Tire Miao and Meng Yao around the two-bedroom apartment.

Although it's a two-bedroom, one-living-room apartment, the total area is a full 200 square meters.

This is because it is a special apartment type designed specifically for families with one person and multiple elves.

A super large master bedroom, a super large Pokémon room, and a super large training room.

This type of apartment unexpectedly became very popular after its release.

Even now, some residential communities have apartments with this layout.

Moreover, these types of communities are fully equipped with Pokémon training centers and recreational facilities.

The neighborhood Xia Chi is currently looking at is this type of community.

"Tirey Meow, Dream Fairy, what do you guys think?"

After touring the large apartment, Xia Chi asked the two elves for their opinions.

"Nya~"

Tilly nodded happily as she gazed at the Shanghai cityscape through the enormous floor-to-ceiling window.

It really liked this place that was completely bathed in sunlight.

"Miyo~"

The joyful sounds of the Misdreavus flying around in the training room could be heard from afar.

Seeing the two elves' satisfied expressions, Xia Chi asked with some interest, "How much was the rent again?"

The real estate agent smiled knowingly: "This apartment will cost around 50,000 a month, and that includes the cost of the premium training ground, utilities, and property management fees."

hiss.
A bit expensive
It's not exactly expensive; being able to use the Pokémon Training Ground for free is enough to cover most of the rent.

There's a saying that goes, "If you can't afford it, it's not its problem, it's mine."

The item is good, but it's not very useful.

I can't afford to rent it.

"Um, are there any properties with the same floor plan that offer a discount, but have some minor flaws?"

Xia Chi said, "For example, the kind that's haunted and can't be rented out?"

Real estate agent: "."

Do you think I'm an eight-year-old?
Everyone knows that haunted houses are top-tier houses where ghost-type Pokémon roam. Is it your turn to rent one?

You're offering a discount? Believe me or not, I'll unleash my powerful magic right now and break your leg!

Despite his inner grumbling, he still smiled and said, "No, Mr. Xia, this type of apartment is very popular. I see you're a student in the combat department at Shanghai University, right? You should be able to meet many alumni at the training grounds here."

"It's very convenient to have a friendly spar!"

Xia Chi thought for a moment and then said, "Okay, take me to see some more places that are under 20,000 yuan. The size and location don't have to be perfect."

The monthly rent of 50,000 yuan is almost a third of my income last month. Even though my live streaming career is booming, it's not really suitable for me to live in a house at this price.

Raising Tirion and Misdreavus, oh, and the Pokémon I'm about to catch is also very expensive.

The real estate agent smiled politely: "Okay, Mr. Xia, let's go see the next property."

With a reluctant farewell, Tire and Dream Fairy left, while Xia Chi listened to the real estate agent's introduction of other houses in the elevator.

Descending to the first floor, the elevator doors opened.

Xia Chi saw an unexpected person: Lin Lange.

After a moment of surprise, Lin Lange spoke first: "You live here too?"

As always, he was quiet.

Xia Chi shook his head and said, "No, I just came to take a look. It's a bit expensive."

He glanced at the green vine snake at Lin Lange's feet, which was staring at Tire Miao with hostility, and sighed inwardly.

Oh, it's a pity we didn't release them.
Lin Lange noticed Xia Chi's subtle gaze, but said calmly, "I will not abandon my companions."

In the two days since losing to Xia Chi, she has thought a lot.

The meticulously cultivated and powerful Green Vine Snake lost to the New Leaf Cat, who had been wandering and wasting most of the past six months.

Is this really the elves' problem?

Perhaps, more likely, there was a problem with my past breeding philosophy?

Is Xia Chi right?

That's just how people are; they won't even give a second glance to those who are weaker than themselves.

They admire those who defeat them and try to learn from their strengths, even if the other person is a cheater.

Xia Chi, however, misunderstood.

It's just that I glanced at the Green Vine Snake and felt a little envious, is it really necessary to assert my dominance like this?
He muttered to himself as he prepared to step out of the elevator.

Lin Lange suddenly asked, "How much rent would you accept? Would eight hundred be alright?"

Xia Chi: "?"

Real estate agent: "?"

Fifty thousand becomes eight hundred.

Is this because he was furious after losing the game and tried to humiliate me with money?
The real estate agent said amiably, "Young lady, that's not how you roll a ball, your parents..."

Lin Lange calmly said, "This residential complex was developed by my family."

Xia Chi: "?"

Real estate agent: "!"

Isn't Lin Lange the second-generation head of the Guangfu Senqing Dojo?

How did he become a second-generation homeowner again?

The real estate agent next to him quickly realized what was going on and adopted the standard obsequious attitude of a lackey.

"Ah, you're the daughter of Guangfu Hengda, aren't you? My memory is failing me, how come you..."

Xia Chi suddenly realized.

It turns out that the owner of the Senqing Dojo in Guangfu is also a famous real estate tycoon.

Yes, dojo owners in other regions all have side businesses.

For example, Lulina is a world-famous model, Kiju is an internet celebrity blogger, and Aoki is a civil servant and office worker in the Padia Alliance.
It would be reasonable for the library owner of Dongda University to also become a people's entrepreneur as a side business, right?

Beside him, Lin Lange had no time to pay attention to the sycophant's flattery and interrupted, "Please leave, I want to talk to him."

"okay!"

The real estate agent didn't dare linger and immediately left the elevator.

Before parting, he cast a complicated glance at Xia Chi.

A young, beautiful, and kind rich woman—how wonderful! I'm so envious! I'm so jealous!
The elevator doors closed.

Lin Langge pressed the button for the seventh floor. "Can I rent the apartment next to mine?"

Xia Chi: "?"

Lin Lange calmly said, "I would like to ask you to be my sparring partner and training assistant."

Oh, a sparring partner.

Xia Chi finally understood that Lin Lange was also a Durant.

If you can't beat them, just join them, right?

So, should we accept it?
Playing just a few matches can practically get you the right to use a house for free, which sounds like a huge win.

"But I refuse!"

Xia Chi said, "Sorry, you should find someone else."

Although he didn't care much about his relationship with Lin Lange, Tire Miao did.

Given their past relationship, it's unrealistic to say that Tire Miao harbors no resentment.

There's no need to put Tire Cat in an awkward position for a small gain.

What's the point of making money if not to make the elves better?

"Nya!"

Suddenly, Tire Cat beside Xia Chi tugged at Xia Chi's clothes.

Xia Chi asked in surprise, "You want to accept it?"

"Nya!"

Tire Cat nodded, her eyes filled with determination.

I want her to watch my back recede into the distance until she can no longer catch up!
Xia Chi, who understood Tire's eyes, had a complicated expression.

As expected, deep down she's still the proud and stubborn Xin Ye Miao.

Well, since Tilley has already said so, it would be a bit much for me to refuse again.

He turned to Lin Lange and said, "Let me make it clear beforehand, I really don't have any training secrets."

I've gotten to where I am today entirely through my gradual accumulation and hard work.

System, add some points!
(End of this chapter)