Pokémon: I picked up a reborn Eevee at the start of the game.

This is actually quite similar to cooking.

After fiddling with it all morning, Xia Chen stared at the various colored energy cubes on the plate and fell into deep thought.

Walking a path no one has walked before is indeed a long and arduous task.

……

Lunch is here!

Xia Chen placed all the energy cubes he had made that morning in front of Eevee.

Ibrahimovic, whose eyes were originally full of anticipation, suddenly looked dejected.

Looking at the plate full of colorful energy cubes, Eevee instantly recalled the fear from his past life when Xia Chen first tried to make his own energy cubes.

That meal was unforgettable for her.

That was the hardest time for them. Xia Chen's career as a content creator wasn't doing well, and their savings were dwindling. It seemed like Eevee was about to go hungry.

At that time, Xia Chen made a bold decision: if we don't have the money to buy it, we'll make it ourselves!

The naive Eevee, trusting Xia Chen, chose to try the food without hesitation.

Then, in one meal, she seemed to have tasted all the flavors of the world.

That idiot Xia Chen actually bought every tree fruit on the market and then started playing with permutations and combinations!

As you can imagine, the spiciness of the eggplant, the bitterness of the jujube, and the astringency of the longan fruit are all quite pronounced.

After his first bite, Ibrahimovic almost shed tears.

It is often said that a good person's hundred good deeds are not as memorable as the one bad deed they do.

The same applies to chefs; the more delicious Xia Chen's dishes were in the past, the more desperate Ibu felt at that moment.

Therefore, this meal left an indelible mark on Ibrahimovic's mind.

Even after being reborn, he could never forget it.

Now, looking at the scene before him, exactly as he remembered, Ibu was on the verge of tears.

If I am guilty, I can be judged. Why subject me to this torture?

Chapter 31: Eevee and Feebas's Backstabbing

"Eat it, why aren't you eating?" Xia Chen asked, puzzled, looking at Eevee who had suddenly fallen into a daze.

Xia Chen's voice finally awakened Ibu from his memories, and the wounds etched in his soul, which might take a lifetime to heal, began to ache again.

Ibu gave an awkward smile and waved his hand, "Bubu-ee (I'm not very hungry today, I don't want to eat.)"

As she spoke, she suddenly remembered something and pointed to the feebas in the aquarium behind her, "Bueee! (Feebas eats first!)"

Seeing Ibrahimovic's gesture of yielding, Xia Chen suddenly realized, "Ah, I've done a lot, you all have a share, there's no need to be modest."

Xia Chen pushed the plate forward again and said with a smile, "But I still have to commend you for caring for your new companion."

Ibrahimovic twitched the corner of his mouth. If that's what you think, then there's nothing I can do about it.

Anyway, I'm not eating it!

Seeing Ibrahimovic stubbornly turn his head away, Xia Chen smiled with relief.

"Alright, I can't do anything with you. Let's give the new companion a try first!"

With that, Xia Chen picked up the energy cube and walked toward the aquarium.

The ugly fish, who witnessed everything from inside the aquarium, was completely baffled.

Eating more energy cubes is such a wonderful thing, isn't it?

Moreover, Xia Chen's cooking is also delicious. Combining the two is like Bulbasaur coming home – absolutely wonderful!

With this thought in mind, Ugly Fish swallowed the first energy cube that Xia Chen threw down and shed tears.

Why does it taste so bad?

It's bitter and astringent. Is this really something for fish to eat?

Eevee, you have such a vicious heart! I, Feebas, will remember this grudge!

…………

"Ugly Fish, how is it? Does it taste alright?" Xia Chen asked nervously.

He admitted that although he was already at the elite level in terms of cooking skills, his skill in making Energy Cubes was about the same as his current level as a Trainer.

Ugly Fish nodded slowly, expressing its approval of Xia Chen's energy cube.

Yes! Xia Chen cheered with joy.

It seems I have quite a talent for making energy blocks!

He excitedly ran back to Eevee's side, "Quick, quick, Eevee, even Feebas said it's delicious!"

Ibu looked at the expressionless, ugly fish in the aquarium with some skepticism. It didn't vomit, so maybe it really was alright?

Actually, not all of Xia Chen's energy cubes tasted bad. It's just a matter of arrangement and combination, so it's perfectly normal for one to taste good.

Maybe the ugly fish was lucky and got to eat that one?

Eevee thought it over and over and found it more and more reliable, so he carefully chose the same blue energy cube that Xia Chen had thrown into the aquarium.

The moment it entered her mouth, the bitter and astringent taste, like a venomous snake, instantly invaded her taste buds.

Even after countless battles and taking countless hits without shedding a tear, Eevee cried.

She instantly understood the purpose behind Ugly Fish's dishonest words, but it was too late.

The fish cried, and the water knew.

I, Ibu, cried, but who can know?

…………

Xia Chen was bewildered. What was going on with the completely different reactions from Feebas and Eevee?

The two elves have completely different taste systems?

Xia Chen, who was familiar with the story of the little horse crossing the river, decided to try out this energy cube, which had received mixed reviews, himself.

He also specifically chose the blue one. As far as he remembered, it was made by himself using indigo berries, corn berries, and pears he had picked in a 3:3:2 ratio, with the goal of creating an energy cube that would enhance beauty.

But the moment he put it in his mouth, he realized that no matter whether this energy cube could improve beauty, it could not evolve Feebas.

Because it hasn't had time to evolve, Feebas might die from the poison.

This energy cube made with these ingredients is practically toxic!

Xia Chen rushed into the bathroom and frantically poured water into his mouth to rinse it for a full three minutes until there was no more odor in his mouth before he came out.

"Sorry, from now on, I'll be the first to taste any new energy cubes I make!"

Xia Chen sincerely apologized and received a reluctant forgiveness from Ibrahimovic, but she thought there was an even better idea.

"Buyi—(I don't think you're cut out to make Power Cubes, let's just buy some from outside.)"

Xia Chen nodded seriously, "Thank you for your encouragement. I will definitely continue to work hard and make energy cubes that will satisfy you!"

Ibrahimovic: "."

Xia Chen understood what Eevee meant, but the attempt to make Energy Cubes couldn't be stopped; he was planning to make a fortune from it.

Not to mention, this is the only way for Feebas to evolve into Milotic.

Why is it said that the "One and Only Beautiful Scale," a prop worth millions, requires him to extort money from Lingmiao Mountain ten more times to obtain?

…………

People who have a clear plan for their lives are usually also people with perseverance, and Xia Chen is such a person.

Although the first-time creation of the Energy Cube silenced Feebas and brought tears to Eevee's eyes, Xia Chen was not one to give up so easily.

Over the next few days, he conducted experiments during the day and studied techniques at night. The energy blocks he made were almost enough to fill several large boxes, and he finally managed to get the basics down.

At least the energy cube that the elves couldn't swallow that day will never be made again.

But for Xia Chen, this is just the beginning. He is still a long way from creating an energy cube that will allow the Ugly Fish to evolve with enough beauty.

Xia Chen's skill in crafting energy cubes is improving, and his training of the two Pokémon, Feebas and Eevee, is also in full swing.

The five Fairy Gems promised by Jiang Qian, the wealthy woman, have been delivered to my door in the past few days, and Eevee has also obtained the best Fairy-type training resources at this stage.

So, on an inconspicuous morning, Xia Chen discovered that Ibrahimovic's pinkish-purple pupils were "unintentionally" revealed during training.

Xia Chen immediately picked up Eevee and started showering it with enthusiastic kisses. "Eevee, you're amazing!"

The significance of Eevee learning the move Round Eyes goes beyond just learning a skill.

This is a small step for Eevee, but a giant leap for Pokémon academia!

If it evolves in the same way as in the game, then the only thing missing should be the intimacy level.

However, Eevee, who knew all the conditions for evolution, was far from optimistic, but she couldn't tell Xia Chenming.

All I can do in the future is to guide him to the best of my ability.

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On the other side, Ugly Fish was eating the energy cubes carefully prepared by Xia Chen. It was absorbing the high-purity water dragon energy from the mysterious water droplets and the white jade pearl, and was growing at an astonishing speed.

Especially the [Hidden Dragon in the Abyss] title ability that was unlocked a few days ago, double the speed, double the fun.

If the initial absorption rate was like scooping water from Yunze Lake with a bowl, now it's at least like filling a basin.

What Feebas doesn't know is that, whether he uses a bowl or a basin, the energy he absorbs is something that trainers and Pokémon outside the world can't buy even for tens of millions of dollars.

The Ugly Fish now resembles a seedling that has not yet broken through the soil, but is frantically absorbing nutrients and growing roots underground.

When this seedling breaks through the soil, it will surely show the world its unique brilliance.

Chapter 32 My homework was eaten by Snorlax

Class teacher Yang Guanghui: "School starts tomorrow, don't forget your homework! @All members"