Pokémon, Ash's art style is off!

Xiaoxia was stunned.

"So... trainers go in there to be free companions for the Pokémon? Or are they paying for it?"

"That's not entirely true."

The old man waved his hand, his tone becoming more serious.

There are always some Pokémon that genuinely want to go out and see the world, and want to go on adventures with their trainers.

"They will cooperate a little and let the trainer catch them with the hunting ball."

"For the sake of the younger generation, I'll secretly tell you to try your luck at the waterfall."

"There are some rare creatures lurking over there. As for whether you can catch them and whether they'll be willing to come with you, that depends entirely on your skills and luck."

145. Long-range strike!

"Thank you for reminding me, sir!"

Xiao Zhi and his two friends nodded in unison and casually put the box into their backpacks.

They didn't really care much about rare Pokémon.

They simply wanted to experience the joy of the hunting grounds.

After all, just because something is rare doesn't mean it will necessarily suit you.

Moreover, judging from this, the Pokémon in the hunting area are all permanent residents.

Let alone catching them, we'd be lucky if we could at least avoid taking any more harm from them.

"By the way, speaking of rare Pokémon—"

Ash looked around at the decorations inside the wooden house, then suddenly turned his head, his eyes filled with curiosity.

"Grandpa, have you been the only one guarding this hunting area all along?"

Caesar put down the thermos he had just picked up.

A complex expression appeared on his face.

Three parts helplessness, three parts fear, three parts relief, and one part of something Xiaozhi couldn't understand.

He sighed.

"you do not say."

He was all alone, and it was a story full of tears.

Back then, he had to secretly pass the exam to get this government job without telling Joey from his family.

Only by using the guise of supporting the alliance's work could he live alone so far from home.

Anyone who has a partner knows this.

As the time spent together increases, the strengths and weaknesses of both parties, their hierarchical positions, and their initiative...

That can gradually transform from one side to the other.

And the longer it goes on, the more passive the man becomes.

Thirty like a mane-wielding werewolf, forty like a blazing roaring tiger—that's no joke!

But look at him now, at only fifty years old, his hair is already white, making him look like he's in his sixties or seventies, and you'll know why.

He was in an extremely passive position!

If I stay any longer, I might die young!

Therefore, in order to survive, Caesar made the audacious decision to dedicate his life to the League!

This is my struggle to survive!

It was confirmed by Caesar.

Xiao Zhi then asked.

"The hunting area is so big, and there are so many Pokémon. What if someone comes in to poach?"

"Can you manage to keep an eye on everything by yourself?"

According to his observation, the hunting area was only roughly fenced off.

Anyone who doesn't care about martial ethics can easily find a loophole to squeeze in.

Looking at the old man in front of me, whose legs were trembling as he walked, he didn't seem like someone who could fight.

Caesar was taken aback.

"Young man, don't look down on people!"

He tried to straighten his aching back, attempting to salvage his image.

"Don't let my age fool you, I'm still quite capable!"

"If they dare to come, I will strike with lightning speed!"

"A swift and decisive strike?"

Xiao Zhi blinked.

"Grandpa, are you a trainer specializing in Electric-type trainers?"

Pikachu also stood up from Ash's shoulder.

The little paws clenched into fists, the face solemn.

Strike with lightning speed.

That means his Pokémon must be a powerful Electric-type Pokémon.

I never expected that this person would be a trainer of the same type as Ash, with a powerful Electric-type Pokémon!

"Yes and no."

Caesar gave a meaningful smile.

What does "yes and no" mean?

Ash looked at Pikachu with a blank expression.

Caesar didn't keep anyone in suspense; with a flick of his wrist, an Elf Bullet rolled into his palm.

A flash of red light—

A giant Poké Ball was then released.

The ball landed on the ground and rolled twice.

Then it opened its eyes, and the lower red part of its body split into a wide mouth.

"Maru—!"

Xiao Gang: "!"

Xiaoxia: "!"

It's a mischievous grenade!

Without the slightest hesitation, the two quickly shielded Xiaozhi in front of them.

There is no other reason.

This thing is notoriously neurotic; it might even self-destruct when it gets bored!

Keeping your distance from it is the most basic respect for life!

"Hahahaha!"

Caesar burst into laughter at their reactions, then patted Ash, who looked on with curiosity.

"You're so composed!"

"Don't worry, my old friend isn't that short-tempered."

"Maru maru~"

The mischievous Thunderball nodded in agreement, its round body swaying slightly.

It's long past the age where it wants to let loose anytime, anywhere.

Xiao Zhi, on the other hand, wasn't worried at all.

Even if Naughty Raiball went all out, it could only get his clothes dirty.

Just the time it takes to build up the explosive force is enough for him to make ten or eight attacks.

He reached out and curiously touched the mischievous thunderbolt.

It has a unique feel, and the surface is very elastic.

Like a ripe tree fruit, warm and soft.

*Smack!*

A few tiny sparks suddenly flew from my fingertips.

"Amazing!"

"Maru!" "Pikachu?"

Ignoring Pikachu's protesting gaze, Ash stood up and spoke to Caesar.

"Grandpa, even so, it must be difficult for you to deal with poachers all by yourself, right?"

"I naturally have my own tricks."

"You'll see when you come out with me."

Caesar waved his hand mysteriously and led the three of them out of the cabin and towards a corner outside.

There was a large, dusty piece of canvas, bulging and covering something in a rather strange shape.

The old man stepped forward and ripped off the canvas.

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