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

In that instant, Wade felt as if he had fallen into an ice cave.

Two important things

Let me recommend a friend's book first.

Elf: A New Skill Every Month

The link was placed at the end of the previous chapter.

The author's new book starts in the Padiya region. I used to really like his other book, "I Started with a Turkey".

There are fewer and fewer new books in the Elf genre these days, so please cherish them while you can.

Oh, and by the way, I'd like to give you a heads-up: I want to finish "Eevee" before the Lunar New Year, but given the expected length, there might not be enough time. I hope I can update more frequently in the next two months.

Then after the New Year, I'll start a new book, and I'll probably write another one about elves.

As for the subject matter, I've considered "I'm Rebuilding the Elf World in the Wasteland," a post-apocalyptic reconstruction story set in the fourth catastrophe, similar to an elf version of "This Game Is Too Real."

Or write a story about an immortal protagonist, with the main plot revolving around finding past spirits and daily life, and showing off;

There are also strangely haphazard themes like "Pokémon Masters of the Beast World"...

But the editors didn't seem to be very optimistic.

What are everyone's opinions?

Or is it still the most mainstream urban elf academy style or the original world travel novel?

Chapter 493 The Days of Living with Zeraora

Damn it, if you had just told me earlier that Zeraora was a plague-like spirit of yours, I wouldn't have even given it a second glance!

Wade, whose body was completely stiffened under the oppressive aura of Deoxys, muttered angrily to himself, while also feeling despair for his bleak future.

First and foremost, it's certain that he will not see the sun rise the next day.

Needless to say, if you're unlucky, a single mental ray from the cold-faced Deoxys will leave you with nothing but ashes.

If he's lucky, Xia Chen will hand him over to the Alola League, which is an area beyond the reach of the forces behind him.

According to international practice, for extremely heinous criminal groups like elf poachers, any regional alliance has the right to try them without returning them to their place of origin.

The numerous crimes committed by the Evil Dragon Poaching Gang over the years are enough to empty a Gatling gun magazine, if such a thing even exists in this world.

As for escaping this area, or even more daringly, killing Xia Chen... such crazy ideas didn't even cross Wade's mind.

Deoxys is not like Zeraora, who "pretends to be a legendary Pokémon." In the face of absolute power, firearms and human technological achievements are all meaningless.

Even a world-destroying weapon as powerful as the Ultimate Weapon, which combines the power of elves and the wisdom of humans, was destroyed by the man before us.

Therefore, Wade was very self-aware and wanted to surrender.

The pride of a Champion-level trainer?

What's the point of keeping such pointless things when life is at stake?

However, under the oppressive aura of Deoxys, which was almost tangible, Wade could barely make an expression, let alone speak.

At this moment, he could only surrender by pleading with his eyes.

Xia Chen ignored him and instead had Deoxys rescue Zeraora from the quicksand swamp, while Sylvanas released life energy to heal her.

Zeraora's injury was actually not serious.

Aside from the somewhat satisfying feeling of being struck by lightning due to "overcharging," the damage caused by those few Gym-level Pokémon was negligible.

It's just that controlling these combo attacks is a bit troublesome for an exhausted Zeraora.

…………

The torrential rain showed no signs of stopping, or even abating.

That's how the weather is in Alola; once it starts raining, it won't clear up for three to five days.

However, Deoxys used the Aurora Barrier to cover the entire mountaintop, so the wind and rain from the outside world could not affect the inside in the slightest.

At this moment, within the barrier solidified by Xerneas's aura, only a soft green light was shining.

Because of the energy difference between Sylvanas and Zeraora, even though she has the life energy inherited from Xerneas, she can only restore Zeraora's vitality to a preliminary level.

But that's enough for now.

Seeing that Zeraora was out of danger, Xia Chen turned to look at the few elven poachers with fear in their eyes.

"Heh, your strength is indeed impressive. No wonder you dared to set your sights on Zeraora."

With a quick scan using his Aura, Xia Chen was able to gauge the strength of these Pokémon, finding that some were Gym Leader level or even Elite Four level.

"I'm sure you're all quite influential figures in the underground world. What are your thoughts now?"

Thoughts?

I dare not think about it, I just want to ask you, brother, if you can spare our lives.

The eyes of the few elven poachers revealed a fawning look and a glimmer of hope; this was their only means of communicating with Xia Chen.

"Huh? Don't you have anything to say?"

Xia Chen looked at them with feigned surprise, "Not even a last word?"

Holy crap! This guy's serious!

The poachers never expected that Xia Chen, a young man who seemed to have just come out of the ivory tower, would be so ruthless.

They tried desperately to open their mouths as if to say something, but could only make soft "hoarse" sounds from their throats.

Clearly, Xia Chen's behavior was tantamount to setting a group mute and then feigning confusion by asking, "Why is no one talking?"

Is this guy a devil?

After realizing Xia Chen's heinous actions, the poachers' last glimmer of hope was shattered.

Some people are alive, but they are already dead.

“In that case, alright, Deochis, clean it up.”

Xia Chen's rather "regretful" and cold words brought their fates to a complete end.

Deoxys, who was standing behind Xia Chen, flashed away without a scream, and all five members of the Evil Dragon Poaching Group were silenced.

The aurora barrier closed, and torrential rain once again enveloped the mountaintop.

Xia Chen watched indifferently as the rain washed away the scarlet traces of sin, his heart as still as a deep well.

The Pokémon poachers were the group Xia Chen hated most, apart from dark organizations like Team Rocket. He felt no guilt whatsoever for humanely annihilating them without any legal trial by the League.

It's easy to imagine how many innocent wild elves such a powerful elf poaching group has harmed.

not to mention...

"You dare touch my Zeraora? You've already committed suicide!"

Huh... how could I have blurted out such a cringeworthy line?

Xia Chen awkwardly scratched his toes.

…………

With the poachers' Pokémon returned to their Poké Balls, the whole incident was considered resolved.

Xia Chen quickly walked to Jeraora's side to check on its condition.

Waveguide power is the most advanced medical examination instrument. After a series of examinations, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"It's alright. It looks serious, but it's not a major problem. It won't leave any lasting injuries. You just need to rest and recuperate for a while. I'll get you some medicine in a bit, and then I'll tell you about the precautions to take during this time..."

Xia Chen was rambling on when he suddenly noticed that Zeraora's expression seemed a little off.

He asked with a hint of something, "Do you think I was too ruthless with those people? Believe me, considering the crimes they committed and the elves they poached, letting them die without suffering is too good for them."

Zeraora shook her head. "Ora—(You're overthinking it. How could I possibly sympathize with these scumbags?)"

It turned its head slightly, avoiding Xia Chen's gaze, and whispered, "Aoruo—(You just said...I'm your elf?)"

"Uh, well..."

Xia Chen was initially a little guilty and wanted to explain something, but then he realized that Jeraora's tone wasn't angry or questioning, but rather... shy?

Logically, such words shouldn't be used to describe Zeraora, an elf with a very proud heart, but he seems unable to find a more suitable word.

Since that's the case...

Xia Chen chuckled and took the initiative, "Oh my, are you blushing? You're so old and still so shy, I think you..."

Before he could finish his teasing remarks, he noticed that Zeraora's gaze was gradually turning cold, so he had to stop.

Then he changed his tune, saying, "Ahem... Anyway, you know, there's a legitimate reason for my actions, right? If it weren't for that reason, my actions might have been excessive self-defense instead of legitimate self-defense. But forget it, you wouldn't understand the laws of human society anyway."

Xia Chen spoke in a way that even he himself only half understood, but he still managed to fool the naive Zeraora.

"By the way, do you want to recuperate at my place for the next few days?"

Just as Zeraora had calmed down, Xia Chen's next words sent shockwaves through its eyes once again.

Where...where is Xia Chen staying?

As a proud and aloof legendary Pokémon, Zeraora almost never shows itself to humans on its own initiative, but now, this guy is actually inviting me to stay at his house?

The electric cat stared in astonishment at its big eyes, completely stunned.

Xia Chen solemnly listed the reasons one by one, "Think about it, firstly, your health isn't good and you need to be taken care of, right? Normally, you can take care of yourself, but who knows if someone like this will come along again?"

Zeraora remained silent.

Xia Chen held up a second finger. "Secondly, receiving better treatment will help you recover your health sooner. In this respect, my Sylveon and Gardevoir should be better than the Pokémon in your mountains, right?"

Just as Xia Chen was about to raise his third finger, Zeraora spoke up, "Oro—(Okay, I understand. I'll go back with you to recover.)"

It's just proud, not arrogant, and certainly not brainless.

Xia Chen's reasons were sufficient and very convincing.

Most importantly, although they had only known each other for a few days, in Zeraora's heart, Xia Chen was already a human being she could trust.