Pokémon: Starting as a Farmer Instead of a Trainer

Chapter 434 I am Groudon, you are Kyogre (Seeking monthly votes)

The night passed, and the next day arrived.

Mingyou woke up in the hotel bed, a single bed of course. She had been busy for a while last night because of Diancie, and was still a little sleepy. However, she would be fully awake when the battle started.

The match against Mikoli is at 12 noon today, there's still plenty of time, enough for him to adjust his form.

"But it's so noisy... Is something happening outside? I have a feeling it's like..."

Upon arriving at the hotel balcony, I discovered that Meloeta was also there, curiously watching the commotion. Looking down from the edge of the railing, I could see some people dressed as locals talking about something, their faces showing obvious concern.

Just then, the sound of the door opening came from inside.

Xiao Zhao and Peng Peng carried everyone's breakfast in from outside, closed the door behind them, and walked over to say, "It seems like something happened over there."

"Has someone called?"

"It might be a little more serious than that..."

After putting down the breakfast, Xiao Zhao mentally organized her needs, trying not to upset the other person. She gave an awkward but polite smile and said, "It's that... the Eternal Flower under the tree, it's blooming."

"..."

Mingyou's expression froze on the spot.

What? The Eternal Flower, which hadn't bloomed for a thousand years, suddenly blossomed overnight?

Is this some kind of ridiculous excuse? I just got here!

Is it truly a walking calamity?

So I am still a torrent of calamities!

Next, should I awaken a Stand and then become a Stand user in Morioh?

So, you see...

Xiao Zhao didn't know what to say. This couldn't be described as luck anymore; wherever this person went, trouble seemed to follow. Was this the protagonist's halo? But this was too tragic. Should he ask the Great Lord Sinnoh for a blessing to ensure his safety?

Mingyou is already thinking of running away. This definitely has nothing to do with me. He didn't do anything yesterday. Besides, I can't always think the worst.

Maybe it's just someone's prank? Or maybe the Eternal Flower is deliberately trying to tease him. Come to think of it, doesn't it only bloom when calamity arrives? Calamity, huh? It seems like everything here is very peaceful.

Yes, it might really just be a coincidence!

Mingyou tried to comfort himself, but after everything that had happened, he probably didn't even believe his own words. Scratching his head, he looked at Xiaozhao and asked, "Is there anything else?"

"It's gone, but I heard from the old folks nearby that this calamity might directly destroy the Hoenn region, so we have to do everything we can to stop it."

"This is so incoherent..."

"Yes, although I really want to help, I don't know where to start."

Neither of them had any clue what to do. Since things had come to this, they decided to have breakfast first; they had bought potato pancakes today.

After the meal, they still went to the big tree, but there was a temporary cordon, prohibiting tourists or ordinary residents from entering. From a distance, the Eternal Flower was covered with some weeds, trying to blend in with the environment.

"Making such a big fuss, doesn't everyone already know? I don't understand what they were thinking."

Mingyou gently shook his head, then bypassed the big tree from another location and headed to the lake directly in front of the Sootopolis Gym. This is the true origin of Sootopolis City, and the lake, formed by rainwater, sustains countless residents.

There's still half an hour until the match. He only knows that the match is going to be held here, but he has absolutely no idea where the venue is. He can't just pop up from underwater, can he? Besides, would that be considered environmental damage?

After a short wait, some tourists were also drawn over. They couldn't see the excitement of the Eternal Flower, but they couldn't miss this open tournament. The clash between the Supernova and the former champion of the Hoenn region was something to look forward to!

Under the blazing sun, the temperature gradually rose.

Xiao Zhao clamped her skirt between her thighs, took out a parasol, and squatted down by the lake with Ming You, enjoying the breeze quietly. Peng Peng also took out a well mask and stared blankly into space.

Ten minutes before the start of the match, Mikuri finally arrived at the scene amidst the impatient cheers of the onlookers, along with Rotom, who was in charge of the live broadcast, and the match referee who had been transferred from the Hoenn League headquarters.

At this moment, Mikoli no longer possessed the elegance of yesterday; in fact, she looked somewhat disheveled. Wiping the sweat from her forehead, she looked at Mingyou and said, "Sorry, I had some things to take care of, so I'm a little late."

"It's okay, I'm often late too."

"Haha, you're really funny... So come with me to the lake!"

"Huh? How do I get there?"

Mingyou looked on in confusion, only to see Mikeli clap his hands with a smile, causing ripples to spread across the lake's surface, followed by a slight tremor.

In the very center, a field surrounded by buoys emerged from the water, along with a piece of land for standing. On the other side, there was nothing. In the middle of the field, there were only a few round blue floating platforms for standing.

Seeing such a watery arena, the onlookers couldn't help but marvel. Mikuri gently waved his long arm and said with a smile, "How about it? This is a arena that we, the people of the Crypt, would specially summon when we hold a ceremony to appease the ancient Pokémon Groudon and Kyogre."

Mingyou squinted, instantly realizing that the land was for her use, and her lips twitched: "What do you mean? I'm Groudon, and you're Kyogre?"

What the hell? Believe it or not, I'll actually fly and show you!

Mikoli chuckled softly but did not respond.

He took a step, leaped up with unparalleled elegance, spread his arms, and plunged into the lake with a splash.

"..."

I don't understand!

I don't understand at all, what kind of operation is this!

Mingyou couldn't understand it at all. You Hoenn region's home ground is filled with too much personal bias. Even Rose would have to admit that you guys are experts. He wouldn't dare to do things as openly as you guys. How much do these guys want to beat me!

Xiao Zhao, on the other hand, was eager to try. This kind of arena was quite restrictive for both sides. Groudon could only stand on land, while Kyogre could only stay in the water. Although the Pokémon in the water clearly had the advantage, the trainers who were soaking in the water would also be affected.

Mingyou arrived on land in a small boat belonging to the staff. At the same time, Mikoli, who had changed into a blue tight-fitting swimsuit at some point, also surfaced on the opposite side. Her perfect figure immediately drew excited screams from some girls, and Xiaozhao awkwardly looked away.

"This is being streamed live across the entire internet, buddy..."

Mingyou was completely convinced. No wonder the other party had another title, "the artist who loves water." This kind of art was something he could never learn in his lifetime.

Seeing that the players were in position, the Rotom mobile phone began to randomly draw rules. If it was a 1v1 singles match, then the match could basically be over, but Mingyou was still willing to gamble on his luck!

The moment the lottery machine stopped drawing the rules, Mingyou clenched her fists, almost shouting out in excitement. It was a six-out-of-three singles draw! The formula for victory could now be calculated.

Mikkuri tossed his Rotom phone into the distance. Seemingly naked except for his swimsuit, he gracefully spread his arms in the water, his voice and expression brimming with excitement. He shouted with a laugh, "This is what I've been waiting for! Dancing like a spring breeze, striking like lightning! Who can perform the most magnificent dance? Let everyone witness it on the sacred grounds of our Crypt Clan!"

"bring it on!"

Mingyou grinned and threw the Poké Ball in his hand. A red light flashed, and a smaller Pokémon appeared in the air above the field, floating and swaying its body. Some spectators on the lakeside only noticed its existence through the live broadcast.

Meanwhile, the hunter who was hunting it was already lying in ambush on the field. The Swamp Monster was hiding underwater, its orange eyes fixed on it, waiting for the right moment to strike.

only……

"How did he manage to hide a Poké Ball in that tight swimsuit? Someone explain this to me!"

Mingyou was more concerned about this issue.

But since the opponent isn't making a move, he'll strike first: "Sprinkle the paralyzing powder on the water!"

"Mommy~"

Lai Beichu reached into the teacup with her small hand, scooped out a handful of powder, and tossed it out.

But in that instant, the lurking hunter seized the opportunity, bursting out of the water at an extremely fast speed. A chill surged forth, ice crystals formed on his fists, and he unleashed a powerful, freezing punch forward, propelled by the icy wind!

Hit!

The damage was considerable; the impact sent Rotom's body flying a great distance into the air, almost too far for the aerial camera to follow.

After finishing its attack, the Swampert's massive body crashed onto the water's surface with a loud thud, splashing up a large amount of water in an attempt to wash away the paralyzing powder. However, the moment it landed, an electric current surged through its body, causing its movements to gradually slow down and it to fall into a state of paralysis.

"Um?"

Mikoli followed the current and instantly realized the problem: the paralyzing powder was not floating on the surface of the water, but had dissolved into the lake water like instant coffee. How did that happen?

"It's tea powder... Would you like some coarse tea?"

Mingyou asked jokingly, while Lai Beichu, who had been sent flying into the air, kept stirring the liquid in the tea bowl with the whisk on his head. A smile appeared on his small face as he pointed the bowl with the hole in it downwards!

"Mommy~"

Would you like a chilled green tea?

As the light cry faded, a beam of turquoise light shot out from the bottom of the teacup with a bang, striking the sluggish Swamp Monster precisely. Swamp Monster then took a deep breath to restore its strength.

Watching this, Wallace smiled with great satisfaction: "If you participated in the Pokémon Contest, you would probably achieve excellent results, but my Pokémon won't fall so easily!"

As the smoke from the explosion dissipated, Swampert, having endured the devastating damage, submerged into the water. The surrounding water, however, became incredibly murky, as if it had been soaked in mud. The mud washed away the effects of the paralyzing powder, and even made the originally clear lake water more concealing for it.

"Muddy Current, as expected of the champion..."

Mingyou's lips curled up slightly. He was amazed that she could react so quickly to his tactics and even use the field to create a greater advantage.

but……

"Don't even think about escaping, Leaf Storm!"

Mingyou was also very decisive. If she couldn't find the target, she simply used AOE damage to deal with it, making it impossible for the opponent to have a chance to recover underwater.

Just as Lai Bei Cu Cha released Leaf Storm from the bottom of the teacup, the turbid water surface suddenly splashed up waves several meters high. Swampert, dragging its heavily injured body, activated its Torrent ability, climbing waterfall with one hand and swinging its fist, which was covered in condensed ice crystals, with the other.

As if injected with stimulants, with a near-perfect final performance, braving the storm of flying leaves, it delivered the final heavy blow to Lai Bei Cu Cha, hitting the teacup!

The swamp monster flew far away again, but it was too weak to get up and crashed heavily onto the water, belly up, and had lost its ability to fight.

"Well done!"

"Mmm~"

Xiao Zhao and Peng Peng were watching the game from the shore. Lai Bei Cu Cha's fighting strength is quite strong, but he often doesn't have much presence at home.

Seeing that Mikuri was the first to lose a Pokémon, the audience felt a surge of excitement. It can only be said that Mikuri is truly worthy of the name. He can make Pokémon that are only good for double battles like the one he used for, but he can also make a name for himself in single battles.

Michael recalled Swampert and pulled out another Poké Ball from somewhere. Now the stage is set, let's begin the next round of elegant performance!

A flash of red light, followed by a roar, and Gyarados appeared on the field in a massive and majestic form. Seeing the approaching Gyarados about to launch an attack, it almost without hesitation fired an Ice Beam into the air.

Due to the weakening power of the leaf storm, the Shua Shua Tea Cannon was unable to withstand the power of the freezing beam under the counter-wave and was directly pushed back, accurately hitting the teacup in the air and freezing it completely. It fell from the sky and lost its ability to fight.

Both sides lost one point.

The first round of the battle was so intense that all the viewers were eagerly anticipating what would happen next. No matter how you look at it, Mingyou is at a disadvantage. How can he turn the tide and avenge Groudon?

Naruto took a deep breath, looked at Mikey soaking in the water, and said with fighting spirit, "Even in this environment, as expected of the champion, you are indeed very strong!"

"You too, keep showing off your splendor!"

……

(End of this chapter)