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

The dog's tail wagged again, but this time he had to frown and stop his move.

Mingyi smiled slightly, picked up the caller and put it back on the table, and scribbled something down in her hand.

He said, "Dumpling probably just accidentally inhaled some paralysis powder that a Grass-type Pokémon was throwing out. Chansey, go and get some antidote."

"Woof."

The dog stared at Mingyi with its big, pitiful eyes, seemingly somewhat resistant to the outcome.

Xia Chen, who was behind in line, added with a smile, "If you don't like taking medicine, you can eat a cherry fruit instead. You probably can't buy it at ordinary tree fruit shops, so you'll have to go to a large elf department store."

Mingyi paused for a moment, then nodded in agreement, "Yes, Xia Chen is right. Eating cherry fruits can also relieve the paralysis."

Upon hearing that he didn't need to take that bitter medicine, Lai Dianwang immediately perked up.

With its short tail standing upright, it hopped and tried to jump off the table into Xia Chen's arms to thank him for his kindness.

Eevee, who had already taken over Xia Chen's embrace, glared at him, and an invisible pressure scared the electric dog back.

Before Xia Chen could look down at him in surprise, his aura shifted, and he returned to his previous listless state.

The speed was so fast it was almost like a Sichuan opera face-changing act.

…………

"Alright, Grandma Lu, go buy some cherry berries. Also, although I know you don't intend for Dumpling to battle, proper training can make Pokémon healthier and improve their resistance to various abnormal conditions and illnesses."

Looking at Mingyi's earnest instructions, Grandma Lu nodded with a smile, "I know, Mingyi, you're becoming more and more like Xiaochen. I think your father can rest assured and entrust this clinic to the two of you from now on."

"What are you saying? I'm going to be the champion of the Donghuang region!"

Mingyi blushed, her chest heaving as she hurriedly responded, though it was unclear which of the teasing remarks she was denying.

Fortunately, Grandma Lu didn't understand internet slang, otherwise her "I'm getting anxious!" would have been the decisive blow.

After the laughter and commotion, it was finally Xia Chen and Yi Bu's turn.

"Good morning, Mingyi. Is Uncle Ming making house calls again today?" Xia Chen greeted the familiar girl with a smile.

Mingyi stuck out her tongue playfully, "Yeah, so I'm going to your house for lunch again."

The two grew up together, and even their parents knew each other; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call them childhood sweethearts.

For Xia Chen, who inherited two sets of memories, [Mingyi] also has another layer of familiarity.

That's right, this Mei is the female protagonist of Pokémon Black and White from my past life memories.

How should I describe Mei?

Well, if Gardevoir is the Pokémon with the most fan-made comics, then Mei is the female character with the most fan-made comics.

With her side bun and twin ponytail hairstyle, exquisite features, and an almost excessively good figure, this girl is simply a heroine straight out of a manga.

This is also the only person from another world that Xia Chen is currently familiar with.

Although Xia Chen didn't know why the female protagonist from the Unova region in the game appeared in the Eastern Empire region in this world.

…………

Pulling himself out of his thoughts, Xia Chen handed over the Eevee he was holding.

"Buyi."

Eevee's little paws clung to Xia Chen's clothes, looking reluctant to leave.

"Is this Eevee your starter Pokémon? When did you start training it?" Mingyi was a little puzzled by Xia Chen's sudden appearance of his starter Pokémon.

Although it was summer vacation, the two of them could see each other every two or three days, even if they didn't see each other every day, which is why Mingyi had this question.

Xia Chen shook his head and denied it, "No, actually, I've only known it for less than half an hour. I just found it on the roadside when I went to buy groceries."

"Buyi."

Lying on the table, Ibu muttered softly, "What half an hour? We've known each other for ten years, okay?!"

Mingyi suddenly realized, but then a new question arose: "It's only been half an hour, and it's already so dependent on you?"

Xia Chen helplessly spread his hands, "I don't know, maybe it's because I saved it."

This was the only explanation. Mingyi put aside her thoughts and began to focus on treating Yibu's illness.

As usual, Mingyi gently pried open Eevee's eyelids, but she saw the complicated look in Eevee's eyes as she looked at her.

Dissatisfaction, nostalgia, and a touch of joy at seeing friends I haven't seen in a long time?

The complex look in Mingyi's eyes startled her, and she instinctively asked, "Do we know each other?"

"Buy?"

Ibu's eyes widened in confusion as he tilted his head to look at Mingyi, seemingly not understanding why she asked that question.

"It might have always lived in the old town, so it's possible that we saw it by chance, right?"

Xia Chen didn't see Ibu's expression and guessed.

"Hmm, maybe I saw it wrong?"

Eevee's look was only fleeting, and its subsequent acting was so good that Mingyi could only tell herself this when she looked at the innocent-looking Eevee.

Chapter 4 Would you like to become my trainer?

"It's nothing serious. It was probably just scratched by a few Rattatas and caught a chill because of the low temperature this morning. This Eevee is still quite young and its resistance is relatively weak. Chansey, Healing Stance."

After a thorough examination, Mingyi completed the diagnosis and then had Chansey next to her unleash its attack.

"lucky~"

The pink, egg-shaped Pokémon stretched out its two short arms, gathering energy, and the pink psychic energy waves, imbued with the breath of life, acted on Eevee.

Ibrahimovic's already shallow wounds healed at an incredible speed.

This is one of the reasons why Xia Chen thinks this world is relatively utopian. With treatment methods that are far beyond the reach of the medical level in his previous life, this world would have much less suffering.

Moreover, for some unknown reason, all the elves seem to have two lives.

In Pokémon battles, no matter how terrifying the attack, the worst that can happen is that you're rendered unable to fight.

Even a champion-level Pokémon can defeat a Caterpie from the roadside.

This is also the moral basis for why real-world Pokémon battles are acceptable to everyone.

As long as you don't do anything unethical like "finishing off" an enemy, the Pokémon won't be in any life-threatening danger during battle.

…………

Ibrahimovic's injuries healed quickly; a healing wave brought him fully recovered.

But Ibrahimovic remained nestled in Xia Chen's arms, clinging to him without any intention of leaving.

"She seems to like you a lot, so why don't you just go for it... no, you should just catch her. You're going to be a senior in high school soon, and you don't even have a starter Pokémon. This Eevee would be perfect, and didn't you want to get an Eevee before?"

Xia Chen was the last customer this morning. Mingyi stretched and didn't notice that her beautiful figure was clearly displayed in front of the young man.

Xia Chen coughed lightly and tilted his head slightly, as if he was seriously considering Mingyi's suggestion.

"Buyi!"

Ibrahimovic shouted energetically, his tone and expression revealing a eagerness to try, almost directly challenging the opponent—

I do!

Ibrahimovic has already made his stance clear; what's missing now is the trainers' attitude.

Xia Chen pondered for a moment.

The elf is what I wanted, and their affinity seems to match mine well.

Apart from an inexplicable dependence on himself, everything was almost perfect.

However, dependence is not necessarily a bad thing; at least it shows that the trainer has a good relationship with the trainer.

Add to that the thrill I felt when I first saw it, and now that I think about it, maybe it was a kind of telepathic connection with the initial Pokémon.

Moreover, the money saved from buying Pokémon can be used for Eevee's training costs, so it seems like a win-win situation.

In that case

Xia Chen looked down at Eevee and asked earnestly, "Eevee, would you like to become my Pokémon?"

"Buyi!"

Clearly, the question was just a formality; Ibrahimovic's long, thin ears twitched excitedly and his little head bobbed up and down like a pestle being pounded.

Although he had guessed this outcome, Xia Chen still breathed a sigh of relief.

He smiled slightly and lifted Eevee high in his arms.

"Then, please take care of me from now on!"

"Buyi!"

…………

Eevee doesn't really like staying in a Poké Ball. After entering a Poké Ball once to prove its place, it didn't want to go back.

Xia Chen didn't care about such trivial matters. Anyway, Eevee was a fluffy little thing, not heavy to hold, and comfortable to hug. It could also deepen his bond with her.

So, holding his starter Pokémon, Xia Chen got back on track and continued heading to the market.

In theory, capturing a Pokémon definitely requires registration with the Trainers Association and going through many other procedures.

But food is the most important thing, and if it's too late, all the good dishes will be bought by others. Xia Chen must prepare a good meal for Ibu's first meal.

Xia Chen, Eevee, Mingyi, and her Snivy make a total of four mouths to feed at noon today. However, Snivy and Eevee probably don't have big appetites, so four dishes and a soup should be enough.

Besides braised sea cucumber with scallions, you can ask Ibrahimovic for his opinion on other dishes.

With that in mind, Xia Chen took Yibu to a grocery store in the market.

He pointed to the various seasonings on the shelf and asked, "Sour, sweet, salty, spicy, which do you like?"

Generally speaking, elves have their own taste preferences, and the berries that are the main source of elf energy also have different flavors.

Most Ibrahimovic people like sweets, but there are always exceptions, just like some people from Sichuan and Hunan don't eat spicy food.

Eevee nimbly jumped onto the shelf, first pointing at the salt with its fluffy tail, then at a flavor-enhancing seasoning.