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

This is a terrifying thing, considering that Ursaring's physical attack power is already ridiculously high, and it becomes even more exaggerated after evolution.

However, the abilities that are not needed, such as Special Attack and Speed, actually decrease instead of increase.

It's an allocation that's practically perfect, even dreamlike.

In the game's terms, this guy has incredibly high effective base stats, making him a definite favorite tank-type Pokémon or a Trick Room attacker.

"It's a pity there aren't any big competitions lately, otherwise I could take you for a spin around."

Xia Chen patted Moon Bear's head and sighed with slight regret.

Xia Chen knew exactly how to make a new Pokémon popular – by participating in competitions!

The same applies to Sylvanas, Zoroark, and Cyclops. If Luna had evolved before the Eastern Tournament, he could have easily taken them along for a few matches.

Although she can't beat Gardevoir, she should be able to easily crush the weaker players before the quarterfinals.

The next competition... should be the championship path six months from now. Moon Bear's strength is clearly not enough, even if she is given six months to grow.

So this timing is a bit awkward.

"Forget it, let's hurry up and finish the paper and then hold a press conference."

Xia Chen made a decision: "The Pokémon research community seems to have been quiet lately, so we should be able to make a big splash."

"Okay, I see."

Lu Yao nodded in agreement, but then suddenly remembered something and asked, "By the way, now that the Moon Bear's evolutionary research has been successful, it proves the feasibility of our previous breeding route. We can start building the Moon Bear breeding ecological zone now. This place isn't enough; we need to find another location."

"I see..."

Xia Chen pondered for a moment.

He understood what Lu Yao meant. The Circular Bears are territorial creatures with a strong sense of territory and generally live a monogamous lifestyle with one cub. To breed enough Moon Bears, the breeding ecosystem needs to be large enough.

This is something that even Yuanling Island cannot satisfy.

Buying such a large piece of land is undoubtedly a huge expense. Research institutes are already a bottomless pit; are we going to have to spend so much more money now...?

A sudden thought flashed through Xia Chen's mind, and he suddenly remembered something: he had just returned from a large island a few days ago, which was a ready-made breeding ecological zone!

As for the long distance between Galar and Donghuang, that's not a big deal. There are even secret plant cultivation bases in the more distant Padiya region.

The problem can be solved by partnering with a local alliance to open a subsidiary.

Since it was a new project investment, Xia Chen still pulled Jiang Qian over to discuss some general strategic planning.

So, it wasn't until the third day that Xia Chen finished dealing with all the affairs of the Washing Green Elf Research Institute and returned to Yuanling Island.

…………

"Phew...why does it feel so cold this year?"

In the tropical ecological park on Yuanling Island, Xia Chen, who had come specifically to escape the cold, complained in this way.

Only ten days into December, the temperature in Zhijiang has already dropped below zero, something that has never happened before.

Not only in Zhijiang, but also in many other parts of the Eastern Huang continent, an unusually sharp drop in temperature has occurred. Experts say this may be the coldest winter in the Eastern Huang in nearly a century.

Xia Chen was so sensitive for no other reason than the fear that this climate change was caused by some legendary elf—

This was his experience during his travels in the Hoenn region; those two idiots really gave Sootopolis a hard time.

Could it be that a powerful legendary Ice-type Pokémon is awakening in the Eastern Region?

Xia Chen had this wild idea.

When it comes to legendary Ice-type Pokémon, Pokémon like Regice or Articuno are unlikely to significantly impact the ecosystem of the entire region.

What other legendary ice-type Pokémon are there?

Is Kyurem the legendary creator of both reality and ideal?

But that's the big brother of the Unova region, it's unlikely he'd come to Donghuang for no reason.

It seems there are no other options besides this.

Speaking of the Ice type, it's really... It's one thing to be weak, but there are only a few legendary Pokémon with it, so it's a bit embarrassing.

The youngest of them all has seven or eight legendary Pokémon.

Just as he was lost in thought, cheers from not far away interrupted Xia Chen's thoughts.

He looked up and saw his elves gathered in a circle, as if they were watching something, and cheers were coming from them.

Xianbu, who was standing next to Xia Chen, got up and skipped over with a curious look on his face, as if to say, "Let me see what's going on." Xia Chen followed helplessly behind him.

In the center of the elven horde, there was only one person and one cauldron, no, to be precise, one elf and one cauldron... It was just that the Azure Flame Blade Demon's expression and posture were too human-like, and Xia Chen was momentarily dazed.

What are you doing?

Xia Chen arrived at the center of the elf group, looked at the scene before him, and asked with a smirk, "Watching the Azure Flame Blade Demon... refine pills?"

The answer was obvious, and Doronbaruto nodded excitedly, "Ruto~ (Yes, we begged him for so long before he agreed~)"

Xia Chen thought for a moment, considering the low-key and reserved nature of Cang Yan Ren Gui... would you rather beg or "imprison" him?

However, regardless of the circumstances, Azure Flame Blade Demon has been changing for the better, from looking preoccupied when it first joined the team to now getting along well with its companions.

Thinking of this, Xia Chen smiled with relief.

…………

Having successfully refined a new batch of pills, the Azure Flame Blade Demon opened its eyes, slowly exhaling a breath of turbid air, its eyes gleaming with extraordinary light.

Finally, the Dragon Bone Phoenix Marrow Pill was successfully refined. According to the classification of that world, it can be considered a top-grade pill among the seventh-order pills.

Most importantly, this elixir is mild in nature, so even a fighter... no, according to the power classification of this world, even an amateur-level spirit can withstand and store this enormous power, slowly absorbing it.

It was worthwhile to use such rare materials as Rayquaza's scales and Moltres's feathers.

Moltres was a bit weak; if it were Ho-Oh... that would have been a true auspicious union of dragon and phoenix long ago.

In retrospect, it's fortunate that Xia Chen was there; otherwise, with his own abilities, how could he have obtained the legendary elf's items for alchemy so early?

Azure Flame Blade Ghost glanced at Xia Chen out of the corner of his eye and found that he was also looking at him with a smile.

A warmth suddenly welled up in my heart for no apparent reason.

After a moment's thought, Cangyan Rengui picked out the best quality pill from the cauldron and walked up to Xia Chen.

It raised its left hand, and the pill floated quietly above the white flame in its hand.

Xia Chen asked in surprise, "This is for me... to eat?"

Azure Flame Blade Demon nodded calmly and said, "Karuru— (Yes, it's good for the body.)"

Seeing that Xia Chen was still somewhat confused, he hesitated for a moment, then added, "Karu... (Trust me...)"

Xia Chen smiled wryly. Although he had heard many stories of ancient emperors dying from lead poisoning after consuming elixirs made by Taoist priests in his previous life, he still took the elixir and swallowed it without hesitation.

The primary reason for such confidence is naturally trust. He was willing to eat the Technique Fruit that Zoroark gave him, and of course he would also eat this pill of dubious origin... no, it was made right under his nose.

Moreover, the elves have been eating quite a bit these days, and it's definitely beneficial and harmless. My current physique is barely considered that of an elf...

If all else fails, there's always Gullington as a fallback option.

In short, Xia Chen ate with ease.

The pill didn't have any special taste. After swallowing it like Pigsy eating a ginseng fruit, Xia Chen smacked his lips but still couldn't taste anything.

Just as he was about to say, "I'll have another one to try," he felt a powerful yet gentle energy flow through his blood and permeate his entire body.

Ah... this feeling...

Cool!

What followed was a deep sense of weariness.

…………

Xia Chen didn't know when he fell asleep, but when he woke up, he was lying on Gardevoir's lap.

"Hmm, what time is it?"

Because they were indoors, Xia Chen couldn't tell the time and asked in a daze.

Before Gardevoir could reply, he perked up. "Wait, the important thing is, how did I suddenly fall asleep?"

The Azure Flame Blade Demon fed it to itself... but it wasn't a "sleeping pill"?

When people are confused, they often have many strange ideas.

Gardevoir smiled gently and patiently explained, "Gardevoir~ (Don't worry, Azure Blade said it's just the effect of the medicine, there are no side effects. Hmm... it's almost nine o'clock now, would you like something to eat?)"

Xia Chen struggled to get up from Gardevoir's warm embrace and said, "Ah, it's so late. You haven't eaten yet, have you? I'll go make some food."

Gardevoir gently pulled him back into her arms with her psychic powers, her smile tender, "Gardevoir~ (We've already eaten, Goodra and I made it, so you don't need to worry about it. Just rest well~)"

Gardevoir and Goomy are Xia Chen's kitchen assistants, having inherited seven-tenths of Xia Chen's culinary skills, so they can easily cook a simple meal.

"Thank you for your hard work."

Xia Chen thanked her while trying to get up, but Gardevoir gently pressed him down with its psychic power that he couldn't break free from.

"Sanai~ (Didn't I tell you, you just need to rest well today~)"

Xia Chen was speechless. "No, then at least let me get up and eat..."

Gardevoir blushed, then withdrew her psychic powers and whispered an apology, "Sarna... (Xia Chen, I'm sorry...)"

Xia Chen said weakly, "It's nothing... Also, have you forgotten the rule our family once established that [you are not allowed to use any techniques on me]?"

The Gardevoir, sitting on its duck-like seat, lowered its head even further, "Sana... (I'm sorry, I won't do it again...)"

Xia Chen smiled slightly and ruffled Gardevoir's smooth, sapphire-blue short hair. "Okay, I forgive you."

The head pat had an immediate effect; Gardevoir quickly went from feeling guilty to shy and followed Xia Chen to the restaurant.

…………

"Hey, the food you guys made is really good, it's about 70% as good as mine."

At the dining table, Xia Chen was enjoying his meal.

Although the food cooled down quickly due to the cold weather, it still tasted incredibly delicious. Xia Chen even felt he could finish off all the leftovers on the table.

This intuition was very accurate, and in the end, he finished off all the food on the table by himself.