Elf: Rewriting the script, starting with Black Stocking Hanako

Jiang Chuan walked closer to take a look.

In the shallow puddle, a crab-like Pokémon was holding up its two small orange-red pincers, watching them warily.

It's a giant pincer crab.

only……

This giant crab is ridiculously small.

A normal large-clawed crab is about knee-high, and its claws are bigger than its face when opened.

But this one in front of me is at most a size bigger than my palm, and its pliers are even more of a mini and cute version, looking completely intimidating.

"Huh? Are giant crabs really this small?"

Hanako tilted her head in surprise, her gentle voice tinged with doubt.

She had only seen it in the bestiary; few people in inland areas possessed large-clawed crabs.

"No, it's not Hanako-nee!"

Xiaoxia immediately puffed out her chest, explaining with an air of "I'm an expert":

"Normal large-clawed crabs are much bigger! This one... well, it's definitely underdeveloped, or it's just naturally small!"

"The super mini kind!"

As she spoke, she gestured with her hand to indicate the normal size of a large clawed crab.

The large-clawed crab in the puddle seemed to understand Xiaoxia's words.

"Click! Click-click!"

It waved its little pincers in dissatisfaction, its two black bean-like eyes glaring at Xiaoxia, its puffs bulging with anger.

How dare you say this crab is small?

This crab is just... just a bit more refined!

Seeing this, Xiaoxia immediately stuck out her tongue playfully and changed her tune to praise:

"But the mini version is cute too! A big one isn't necessarily better!"

"Small and exquisite, how special!"

She meant to coax the angry little crab with those words.

But the speaker meant no harm, while the listener took it to heart.

Jiang Chuan, who was standing next to her, couldn't help but glance at Xiaoxia.

Even small ones are cute.

Big ones are great too.

each has its own Hobby.

However, his attention quickly returned to the unusual large-clawed crab.

Looking at this ridiculously small, seemingly fragile giant crab, a memory suddenly flashed through Jiang Chuan's mind.

correct!

In the original storyline, there was a very special giant clawed crab on this beach.

That giant crab was also unusually small, looking quite frail.

But in reality, he had amazing potential. Later, in the Indigo League, he learned the "Hyper Beam" move ahead of time.

Moreover, he pulled off an incredible feat of defeating three opponents single-handedly, shocking the entire audience.

Could it be... this is the one right in front of us?

Jiang Chuan carefully examined the little crab in the puddle that was still angrily waving its pincers.

The more I look at it, the more it seems similar.

It's impossible for such a small beach to simultaneously nurture two "Sleeping Dragons and Phoenix Chicks," right?

The probability is too low.

With that thought in mind, Jiang Chuan no longer hesitated.

He took an empty Poké Ball from his waist and weighed it in his hand.

"Huh?"

Xiaoxia's eyes widened in surprise when she saw Jiang Chuan's actions:

"Jiang Chuan, you're not... going to tame this one, are you?"

She pointed to the miniature giant crab, her expression somewhat incredulous.

"yes."

Jiang Chuan nodded, his gaze still fixed on the giant crab:

"I think it has good potential. If it's properly nurtured, it might even pull off a stunning comeback against three opponents at the League Conference in the future."

"One through three?"

Xiaoxia's voice rose an octave.

She glanced at the pitifully small giant crab, then at Jiang Chuan's serious profile.

Is Jiang Chuan serious?

Can this little crab kill three at once?

Xiaoxia had always thought that Jiangchuan judged a Pokémon's potential mainly by its size and appearance.

After all, everything in Jiangchuan is very big.

Now, Jiang Chuan is surprisingly going against the grain and wants to capture this "super mini" giant claw crab?

This doesn't fit his public image!

However, since Krabby is a Water-type Pokémon, Misty's "professional seriousness" immediately kicked in.

She's determined to become a Water-type Pokémon Master!

In the field of water systems, she believes she has a unique perspective and will never easily admit defeat.

"impossible!"

Xiaoxia stood with her hands on her hips, chest puffed out, looking like she was the authority figure:

"I'm a future Water-type Pokémon Master! My eye for Water-type Pokémon is spot on!"

"This tiny crab is absolutely out of the question!"

She paused, her eyes darting around, then suddenly seemed to remember something, a sly smile spreading across her face:

"How about... we make a bet?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Chuan turned to look at Xiaoxia.

The afterglow of the setting sun shone on her youthful and energetic body, and her pretty face, with a defiant expression, was slightly flushed with excitement, making her look extremely cute.

"bet?"

Jiang Chuan raised an eyebrow, intrigued:

"Sure. What kind of bet?"

"bet……"

Xiaoxia tilted her head and began to think, her fingers unconsciously twirling the ends of her orange-red ponytail that hung down her shoulder:

"I bet you, you giant claw crab, won't win a single game at the future league conference!"

"If they really can't even win one game, then I'll consider myself the winner!"

The more she talked, the more she felt that her bet was reliable.

A crab this small is lucky to evolve into a giant crab, let alone win a match in a league tournament full of top players?

Dream on!

"If I win..."

Xiaoxia's eyes sparkled; she was already imagining what it would be like to win:

"You have to buy me lots and lots of delicious food! And... and you have to call me 'big sister'!"

"And you're going to give me massages for a week! Every single day!"

When she said "massage," she seemed to think of something, and two red clouds appeared on her face, but she quickly forced a confident expression back.

Jiang Chuan couldn't help but laugh out loud.

This girl has certainly come up with some pretty good bets.

"Okay, I promise."

He readily nodded, then asked in return:

"What if I win?"

"You won?"

Xiaoxia was stunned.

She was only thinking about what would happen if she won, and didn't really consider what would happen if Jiang Chuan won.

In her subconscious, she knew she couldn't possibly lose.

"Well……"

Xiaoxia bit her lower lip and started thinking quickly.

Giving money? That's too vulgar, and Jiang Chuan doesn't seem to be short of money.

Sending props? She doesn't have any particularly good props herself...

Got it!

A sudden inspiration struck Xiaoxia. She straightened her chest and blurted out:

"If you win, I'll... I'll show you how to wear a swimsuit!"

After saying that, she confidently added:

"Any style of swimsuit is fine! With a figure like mine, I'll definitely look good in a swimsuit!"

However, when Jiang Chuan heard about the bet, he showed a clear "disinterest" on his face.

He deliberately sighed and shook his head, saying:

"What kind of reward is this?"

"The rest of the way is along the beach, and you'll be wearing a swimsuit anyway. Isn't this a freebie for me?"

"I have absolutely no expectations."

"Huh? This..."

Xiaoxia was speechless at Jiang Chuan's reaction.

Upon closer reflection, it does seem to be true.

Wearing swimwear is perfectly normal when traveling to the beach.

This bet held no appeal for Jiang Chuan whatsoever.

No no no!

We need to find something more tempting!

Otherwise, Jiang Chuan won't bet with me!

Xiaoxia started to get anxious.

She desperately wanted to win the bet, and she longed to see Jiang Chuan call her "sister" and give her a massage.

Just thinking about that scene made her heart race.

In her haste, Xiaoxia blurted out rapidly:

"Then...you can choose the swimsuit style! And then...and then you...you can order me around, do whatever you want with me!"

As soon as she said it, Xiaoxia realized something was wrong.

Play however you like?

That statement is far too ambiguous!

Her face flushed bright red instantly, from her cheeks all the way to her ears, and even her neck was tinged with a light pink.

What am I saying?!

This...this sounds like...

Xiaoxia panicked and wanted to change her mind, but the words were already out, and Sister Huazi was watching.

She could only feign composure and stubbornly add:

"That's exactly what I mean! Do you dare to bet?"

Hanako, who was standing nearby, couldn't help but chuckle as she covered her mouth when she heard about Xiaoxia's bet. Her gentle gaze shifted between Jiangchuan and Xiaoxia, but she didn't say anything.

Let young people handle their own affairs.

Jiang Chuan was secretly delighted to see Xiaoxia's adorable "both shy and trying hard" appearance.

Xiaoxia, you really jumped into the pit yourself.

He deliberately mischievous, slowly repeating the keywords:

"Do whatever I want... Okay."

"I accept this bet."

When Jiang Chuan said "Do whatever you want," he emphasized his words and gave Xiaoxia a meaningful look.

Xiaoxia felt uncomfortable under his gaze, and her skin under her swimsuit started to feel hot.

Bad guy!

It was definitely intentional!

But she was now in a bind, and since she couldn't lose anyway, she could only grit her teeth and snort.

"It's a deal then! No backing out!"

"I will never go back on my word."

Jiang Chuan smiled and agreed, then immediately turned his attention to the large pincer crab in the puddle that was still oblivious to what was happening.

"Alright, little one."

"Come with me, the future will amaze everyone."

As he spoke, he gestured to the Pikachu perched on his shoulder:

"Pikachu, go slap it twice."

Pickup truck~

Pikachu let out a lazy cry, jumped off Jiang Chuan's shoulder, and slowly walked towards the puddle.

It's actually a bit uninspiring.

This little crab?

Do I need to take action?

Isn't the owner making a mountain out of a molehill...?

When the large crab in the puddle saw Pikachu approaching, it wasn't afraid at all. Instead, it proudly raised its small pincers and defiantly pinched Pikachu.

"Click! Click-click!"

snort!

You two-legged creatures, you've been babbling on and on as if I, the crab, don't exist, do you?

You dare underestimate me, crab?

This crab is not to be trifled with!

It even climbed out of the puddle on its own initiative and assumed a fighting stance.

Although it is small in size, it has a strong presence.

Seeing this, Pikachu tilted its head.

Yo?

She's got quite a temper, isn't she?

It originally intended to just throw a random punch, but now it's become a bit interested.

Pikachu flickered and vanished from its spot in an instant.

The giant crab was taken aback, its black bean-like eyes darting left and right.

Where have you been?

Next second,

"Sizzle sizzle..."

A faint crackling sound came from behind.

Before the giant crab could react, it felt a surge of electricity coursing through its entire body from behind!

Its entire body trembled violently, its pincers swung wildly uncontrollably, and its eyes turned into the shape of mosquito coils.

"Pfft pfft pfft..."

A few strings of bubbles came out of his mouth.

Then, with a "thud," it fell straight onto the beach, incapacitated.

Before passing out, the last thought in the giant crab's mind was:

No, no martial ethics...

Sneak attack...

Pikachu flicked its tail, looked at the unconscious Krabby, and shook its head.

What are you pretending for?

Now you'll behave yourself, won't you?

Jiang Chuan threw out the baby ball at just the right moment.

A red light appeared, and the giant crab was drawn inside.

The baby ball bounced three times on the beach, then "ding" and fell completely silent.

Successfully subdued.

Xiaoxia watched the whole process from the side and couldn't help but purse her lips.

He was subdued so easily...

They're really weak!

I'm determined to win this bet!

She had already begun to imagine Jiang Chuan calling her "sister," and the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up.

Jiang Chuan picked up the Poké Ball and pressed the center button.

[Pokémon: Kingler]

[Attribute: Water]

[Level: lv6 (Beginner)]

[Potential: Dojo Level]

[Ability: Mighty Claws - Attack stat changes cannot be reduced by the opponent in any way.]

[Skills: Playing with mud, foam, clamping, water gun.]

【Items to bring: None】

[Special Enhancement: None]

"Its potential is at the gym level..."

Jiang Chuan murmured to himself, understanding dawning on his mind.

While he possesses dojo-level potential, in his current team, the Elite and Champion levels are not particularly outstanding.

However, within the family of giant claw crabs, this is already an exceptional quality, one in a thousand, or even one in ten thousand.

It's important to know that wild, uncultured giant crabs generally only reach the elite level at most.

Those who can reach the Gym level are the best in their species and are highly sought after by many trainers.

Moreover, the future combat power of this giant crab is far more than what is shown on the panel.

In the original storyline, it was a monster that could learn the "Destruction Ray" ahead of time.

Moreover, after evolving into a giant crab, its combat power will increase dramatically.

If we also consider the possibility of developing a "Gigantamax" form in the future...

Jiang Chuan narrowed his eyes slightly.

If he's properly trained, he'll definitely be a starter on the second team.

Even within a single team, they can be surprisingly effective in certain specific tactics.

In addition, Krabby has another advantage – its experience bar is short.

Crustacean Pokémon level up relatively quickly before evolving, making it easy for them to become powerful in battle.

Moreover, the giant pincer crab does not have an intermediate stage.

Once it reaches the required level, it can directly evolve into a giant king crab, resulting in a qualitative change in its combat power.

More importantly, Krabby is a crustacean Pokémon, making it very resilient and hardy.

In other words—durable.

Even if you send it back to Professor Oak's lab for foster care, it can quickly train and level up on its own, unlike some delicate Pokémon that progress slowly when separated from their trainers.

"They are very suitable to be trained as 'reserve forces'."

Jiang Chuan already had a plan in mind and sent back the message about the giant crab.

Once we reach the Bright Lighthouse, we'll contact Professor Oak.

Let it train in the pond in the backyard of the research institute, along with other water-type Pokémon.

Given its potential, coupled with the relatively superior environment and diet of the research institute, its ranking should catch up quickly.

When you need it, you can teleport over, and after a little practice, you can join the battle.

perfect.

"alright."

Jiang Chuan put away the Giant Crab's Poké Ball and turned to look at Xiaoxia and Hanako:

"Let's keep going. There seems to be a lighthouse up ahead where we can stay."