Pokémon Ranch Story

Chapter 75 Mysterious Gift

"Don't move!"

Xia Mu smiled gently, pressed down on the injured Laplace, and sprayed a powerful wound medicine on his bloody wound.

Immediately, the injured Laplace let out a howl, his body trembling, in excruciating pain.

This scene startled the foam squirrel watching from the side, causing it to shrink back in fear.

The injury hurts so much, and the treatment is so painful too. I won't run around like that again!

Hua Beibei hid behind the foam squirrel, too scared to even look, her little body trembling with fear.

As for the Kangaskhan and the Motor Lizard, they kept their eyes on the restless Laplaces, ready to attack immediately if they dared to interfere with Xia Mu.

"Lap!"

The Laplace leader roared at the tribe, and the tribe's agitation gradually subsided.

Xia Mu glanced at him gratefully and nodded.

His hands moved swiftly; after spraying on a potent wound medicine, he bandaged the wound with a waterproof gauze.

As a Water-type Pokémon, Lapras can leave water briefly, but it cannot stay away from water indefinitely.

Waterproof gauze is the best choice; it's a recent invention from the German company.

Why don't you say thank you?

"Phew!" Xia Mu exhaled a breath of stale air, patted himself with a smile, "The injury will heal after a day of rest. Don't overexert yourself today."

"Lap~"

Laplace gratefully nuzzled against it, then stuck out her pink tongue and licked Xia Mu.

Wiping the drool off his face with his sleeve, Xia Mu pushed him away helplessly. "Alright, alright, go explain to your family and don't let them worry."

After seeing the Lapras off, Xia Mu had just packed up his medical kit and was about to leave when the Lapras leader swam over and growled at him.

"Lap—"

Xia Mu looked puzzled and opened his palm.

Lowering his head, Chief Laplace spat out what he had been holding in his mouth, the wet object falling into his palm.

"Is this my payment?"

Laplace nodded.

“Then I’ll accept it.” Xia Mu chose to accept it; whatever it was, it was the most precious thing to Laplace.

He was very satisfied to receive thanks from the Pokémon.

After wiping it with water, Xia Mu could see its true appearance.

It was a teardrop-shaped gemstone, a perfect creation of nature. Its surface was crystal clear, refracting a mesmerizing light under the sun, and its interior seemed to contain a vast ocean that flowed endlessly.

But in that case, it is at best a magical gem and nothing more.

Actually, that's not the case. The Mysterious Water Drop has the effect of increasing the power of Water-type moves, making it quite popular among Water-type trainers.

I never expected Laplace to send such a valuable gift. It seems I'll have to prepare a big meal to entertain him later.

After thinking about it, Xia Mu had a good idea.

He waved to the kangaroos and foam squirrels not far away.

The little ones ran towards him, chirping inquiringly.

Even Laplace Jr. was there.

"I have a task for you!"

"Lili~"

"Lung long~"

The kangaroos and foam squirrels were all excited to be able to help Xia Mu, and looked at him expectantly.

He patted the kangaroo and scratched the foam squirrel, saying, "Go catch some seafood for me. We're having seafood risotto for lunch today."

"Gah!" A sudden sound rang out, and the Motor Lizard transformed into battle stance, raising its claws high to indicate that the task was entrusted to it and that it was guaranteed to complete it.

"Aren't you going to herd the chickens out for some fresh air?"

Xia Mudao stroked the motorcycle lizard.

"Gah!" (It's okay to let them out for fresh air again in the afternoon.)

"Alright, you can all come together."

"Lappo--"

Lapras joined them, and the four Pokémon quickly arrived at the shore to search for edible seafood.

After watching them leave, Xia Mu began preparing the other ingredients for the seafood risotto.

Vegetables are an essential ingredient; braising them together adds a unique flavor.

While Xia Mu was preparing the side dishes, Mini Fu wobbled over, and Xia Mu picked her up and placed her on the counter.

The miniature hibiscus observes quietly, its leaves swaying gently with its body.

When she saw Xia Mu about to pour olive oil into the pan, Mini Fu's eyes lit up and she rubbed against Xia Mu.

After touching it twice, Xia Mu understood what Mini Fu was trying to say.

"You want to give me olive oil, right?"

"Help me up!"

Mini Fu shook its body violently, trying to shake off the fruit on its head that was used to store oil.

Xia Mu hugged Mini Fu, appreciating her sentiments, and explained, "The oil you're producing right now is still very bitter and not suitable for consumption."

"Once you evolve into an Orinoa, the oil you produce will be incredibly fragrant and delicious. How about you share some with me then?"

"Help me up!"

Mini Fu was down for a moment, but when she heard Xia Mu say that she would eat its oil from now on, Mini Fu quickly cheered up again.

It gestured for Xia Mu to put it in the sun so it could get plenty of sunshine to evolve quickly, and then share some super delicious oil with Xia Mu.

Just as Xia Mu finished preparing the side dishes and seasonings for the seafood risotto, the calls of the marsupials could be heard outside the hut.

Wiping his hands, Xia Mu walked out with a smile.

Before he could even see clearly, the motorcycle lizard stood upright on its two legs, holding a large pile of seafood in front of him, and grinned.

It's as if it's saying, "Xia Mu, am I amazing? Praise me, praise me!"

Before Xia Mu could even speak, the foam squirrel that followed her jumped up to complain, gesturing wildly with its two little hands.

"Li li~ li!"

(The Motor Lizard cheated; while we were catching fish, it used electric shocks to scare away all the fish we were trying to catch.)

The foam squirrel angrily complained, its tail lashing back and forth across the motorcycle lizard like lightning.

Looking at the pile of seafood on the ground, the red prawns were still twitching even though they were dead, the clams had opened their shells and stuck out their tongues, and the squid the size of a fist was curled up in a ball with tiny arcs of electricity still visible on its body.

It took Xia Mu a while to calm the foam squirrel down after pinching its ears and rubbing its belly.

Then he sent the foam squirrel to play with the marsupials before looking at the motor lizard.

The motorcycle lizard lowered its head and quietly backed away, as if it had done something wrong.

"Motor Lizard, your attacks can't affect the Foam Squirrels. It's okay this time, but what about next time?"

"Gah!" (Xia Mu, I know I was wrong!)

"Good to know, go have fun! Lunch will be ready soon."

Remove the heads, shells, and veins from the shrimp. Clean the squid by removing its internal organs and then make diagonal cuts. Soak the clams in salt water to remove the sand. Extract the meat from other shellfish.

After he put the prepared ingredients into the pot to cook, a tempting aroma soon wafted out of the kitchen and into the Laplace group.

It smells so good! I want to eat it.

The doors and windows were soon filled with heads, as a group of Pokémon peered out.

Xia Mu lifted the lid of the pot and tasted it himself; it tasted quite good.

Information about this dish appeared before his eyes at the same time.

Chapter 76 Seafood Risotto

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Seafood Risotto (B): A delicious dish made with various seafood, the rice is infused with the sweetness of the sea, making it a rare and wonderful dish.

Cooking effect: Restores stamina (large)

Special Effect: Blessing of the Sea. When used by a human, fishing level increases by 1. When used by a Pokémon, swimming speed is permanently increased in the ocean.

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A very delicious dish; I believe Laplaces will enjoy it.

A moment later, in front of the lake in the pasture.

Each Laplace has a full bowl of seafood risotto in front of it. "Everyone, dig in! I have more if you need more."

Xia Mu picked up a bowl himself and gestured to Laplace and the others.

"Lap!"

Only after the leader of the Laplaces gave a shout did the rest of the Laplaces begin to move.

He buried his head in the bowl, gulping down the food, a satisfied smile spreading across his face.

Seafood risotto suits their tastes very well.

Next to Natsuki, Little Laplace finished a bowl of rice first and glided over to Natsuki's side.

She nuzzled against it with her head, wanting another bowl, her teary eyes looking at him pitifully.

"You eat so fast! Give me some."

Xia Mu patted the ground twice with a smile and then reached out his hand.

The next moment, several empty bowls were handed to him.

A group of Laplaces looked at him pleadingly.

"Haha~" Xia Mu laughed, "Don't worry, don't worry, I made a lot, enough for everyone to eat."

The huge pot of seafood risotto was completely devoured, not a single grain of rice was left.

A vast lake, with Laplace's flowers lying haphazardly on their backs.

Enjoying a rare moment of relaxation in the afternoon, she revealed her vulnerable little belly.

The mischievous Foam Squirrel, along with Mini Fu, Buzz Bat, and Flower Belle, used Little Laplace's belly as a trampoline, jumping around on it and having a great time.

Little Lapras swayed its round body, and every rise and fall made all the Pokémon giggle happily.

"Gah~"

The motor lizard circled around, eager to join in.

Before the Motor Lizard could make any further moves, Xia Mu grabbed it, saying, "Don't mess around. With your size, you'd probably crush Little Laplace to the point of vomiting blood."

"Gah!"

"Okay, okay, I'll touch you."

He affectionately stroked the motorcycle lizard, which then pounced on Xia Mu.

After playing with the Pokémon for a while, Lizard led the chickens out for some fresh air, and Mudpole gave the finished clay to Natsuki so he could sell it for money.