Elf: Start your slow-paced life after becoming a farmer.

After losing that match, Awa looked up the young man's information and discovered that the young man had actually imprisoned the infamous Hunter J in less than a year since his debut.

A-Du knew that the young man later went to Silver Mountain and challenged the "monster".

Although the outcome of that battle is unknown, A-Du's sixth sense tells him that the young man's strength might be even closer to that "monster" than Qinglu's.

After that young man left the Kanto region, Watari never heard any news about him again.

Now, A-Du's intuition tells him that Hunter J's capture might also be related to that young man.

However, what puzzled Adu was that according to the information he had, Carl was from the Sinnoh region, so why would he go to the Padia region, which is thousands of miles away from Sinnoh?

Could it be that Karl went to the Padia region to hunt down Hunter J?

Having thought he had figured everything out, Adu's opinion of Karl rose even higher.

Such a young man, who is both righteous and powerful, deserves to join their Kanto (Kanto and Johto) alliance.

Meanwhile, in a mansion in the Hoenn region, a young man who looked as if he had just crawled out of a mine was sitting with a well-dressed and elegant young man.

These two are none other than Steven Stone, the current champion of the Hoenn League, and his close friend, Wallace, the current Gym Leader of the Soothing Glass City.

On the screen that occupied an entire wall in front of the two people, the official live stream of the Padia League was playing.

"Tsk tsk tsk, the president of the Padia Alliance has quite the presence," Mikoli exclaimed. "If she were also interested in the Grand Contest, she would definitely achieve very good results."

"Is this what you're focusing on?" Daigo sighed, rubbing his forehead. "This live stream isn't just about that Hunter J."

“Of course I know.” Mikoli glanced at his friend and said seriously, “I can tell that this chairman has quite a lot of ambition.”

“Using live streaming to raise international profile of the Padiyah region, a region that only recently formed an alliance in the last thirty years,” Miko Lipton paused, seemingly choosing his words carefully. “It’s a very clever and imaginative approach.”

"Besides, it seems that Hunter J was captured by one of our acquaintances." Daigo raised an eyebrow at Michael.

"That kid Karl again?" Mikoli's lips twitched slightly. "What's he doing in Padia?"

“It’s not clear yet.” Daigo shrugged helplessly. “But based on the information I’ve gathered, Karl’s grandfather left him a farm in the Padia region.”

"So that kid went and became a farmer?" Mikeley sounded quite surprised, but then he thought about it and realized that the kid seemed to be very interested in fishing, so becoming a farmer seemed quite reasonable.

“No matter what, if we have the chance, we should try our best to win him over.” Daigo sighed and said, “You know me, the power of the champion is not as interesting to me as digging for stones. Although you can also take over the champion’s position, you are currently focusing your energy on promoting the Grand Contest.”

"So you want Carl to take your place?" Mikoli asked, his brow furrowed.

As Daigo's best friend, Michael naturally understands that Daigo is speaking from the heart and can grasp the meaning behind his words.

The key point is that Karl doesn't seem particularly interested in the championship.

Even if Carl wanted to become the champion, why would he give up his Sinnoh championship and come to the Hoenn region to become the champion?

"So I said 'try my best'." Daigo said nonchalantly, "What if he suddenly agrees? Then I can go dig for stones in peace, and you can focus your energy on promoting the Grand Contest."

“Even if Karl doesn’t agree, maintaining a good relationship with him is a good option.” Daigo said, his gaze turning slightly somber. “I’ve been having a feeling lately that a storm is brewing, and the next few years probably won’t be peaceful.”

Michael nodded knowingly. Although he didn't understand what Daigo meant by premonition, as a close friend, he didn't need to ask why; he just needed to know what to do.

Just then, after briefly introducing the process of capturing Hunter J, Ye Ci in the live broadcast room changed the subject: "Next, I will connect with the 'enthusiastic citizen' who played a decisive role in the operation to capture Hunter J, and let him tell you more details about capturing Hunter J."

"It's here." Daigo and Michael exchanged a glance, then focused their attention on the big screen.

……

Carl is now very panicked because although Ye Ci reminded her to watch the live stream last night, she never mentioned to Carl that she wanted him to connect with the live stream.

Even more critically, just a minute earlier, two uninvited guests had arrived at the farm.

Rewind to one minute earlier, Carl was watching a live stream while enjoying a delicious breakfast prepared by Chef Bear.

Just then, a gentle knock came from the direction of the door. Carl got up, went to the door, and opened it. Standing before him were Grandpa Poco, the mayor of Little Key Town, and a green-haired woman in a police uniform with a heroic look.

When Carl saw Officer Jenny standing at his door, three words popped into his mind—something had happened.

However, Carl's strong mental fortitude calmed him down. He noticed that Officer Jenny's gaze towards him did not seem to be that of someone looking at a criminal, a discovery that secretly relieved him.

"Good morning, Grandpa Poco." Carl greeted Poco first, then looked at Officer Jenny standing next to Poco, a puzzled expression appearing on his face. "Excuse me, Officer Jenny, what's this?"

“Little Carl, we’re here to ask you a question.” Poco turned slightly to the side, gesturing to Officer Jenny.

“Sir, have you seen any suspicious people near the farm recently?” Officer Jenny took a half step forward and said in a gentle tone, “The police station has recently received reports from nearby residents that the number of wild Pokémon near Keytown has decreased significantly in the past few days. If you have noticed anything unusual, please let me know.”

Carl was taken aback for a moment, then spread his hands and said, "I'm sorry, Miss Officer Jenny, I've been traveling for the past few days and only returned to the farm last night."

“Okay, I understand.” Miss Officer Jenny nodded to Carl. “If you come across any further information about this, please feel free to call the police station.”

“No problem,” Carl immediately agreed.

Just then, Carl noticed some commotion coming from the direction of the farm. He turned his head and saw Metagross leading a large group of Pokémon toward the farmhouse.

Just then, Karl heard Ye Ci's voice through the earpiece he was wearing: "Next, I will connect with the 'enthusiastic citizen' who played a decisive role in the operation to capture Hunter J, and let him tell you more details about the capture of Hunter J."

Chapter 65 Metagross: That Flying-type Elite Four member? (Please read on and add to your favorites)

How to do?

Even with Karl's experience of seeing big scenes, he couldn't help but feel flustered in the face of the current situation.

With the sound of a live stream from the Padia League's official channel ringing in his ears and the Metagross about to be caught by Officer Jenny right in front of him, Carl's brain was racing.

“I’m sorry, Miss Officer Jenny, I have something very important to do, so please give me a little time,” Karl said quickly.

Miss Officer Jenny noticed that Carl's tone was somewhat urgent, so she nodded and agreed, "It's alright, Mr. Carl, you can go ahead and do your thing."

The instant Miss Officer Jenny finished speaking, Carl immediately returned to the room and quickly pressed the answer button on the screen.

The next moment, a voice unfamiliar to most viewers in the live stream appeared: "Hey, President Yeci, can you hear me?"

"It really was him!" Yu Longdu paused slightly in his hand holding the phone, then pressed the standby button and put the phone into his pocket.

For him, the most important thing about this live stream was to confirm whether the young man who captured Hunter J in Padia was Karl. Now that this has been confirmed, there is no need for him to waste time watching the rest of the live stream.

On the other side, Daigo and Mikoli exchanged glances after hearing Carl's voice coming from the live stream, and then laughed in unison.

"It really is that kid Karl." Daigo's tone was slightly sarcastic.

"Looks like he and Hunter J really are 'destined'," Mikuri said, resting his chin on his hand. "So, do you have a plan?"

"Isn't Carl fond of fishing? I think..."

“I think that no matter who it is, any trainer with a sense of justice would not let Hunter J get away with it,” Karl said calmly.

“Okay, thank you very much to this kind citizen for coming to the live broadcast room and telling the viewers all the details about capturing Hunter J.” Ye Ci’s voice was slightly amused. “You can contact the staff of the Padia Alliance after the live broadcast to collect the reward prepared by the Alliance for you.”

Karl raised an eyebrow. There was actually a reward to be won?

Although Carl didn't capture Hunter J for any reward, since Chairman Yeci had prepared a reward, he would rather not refuse it.

After all, President Ye Ci hadn't discussed this live-stream segment with him last night, and his appearance fee could be very high.

After disconnecting, Carl instinctively stood up and walked towards the door, where he saw Officer Jenny standing outside and Metagross looking "innocent".

“Mr. Carl, could you explain why you have so many wild Pokémon on your farm?” Officer Jenny asked sternly.

Carl sighed and stepped forward, saying, "Miss Officer Jenny, this is a long story. May we go inside and talk?"

Miss Officer Jenny stared intently at Carl, and seeing that his attitude seemed genuine, she began to walk into the house.

"This is what happened..."

After Miss Officer Jenny sat down on the sofa, Carl began to explain the whole story to her.

After hearing Carl's explanation, Officer Jenny's expression turned somewhat strange: "So, this was actually Metagross's doing?"

“You could say that, but I also bear some responsibility,” Karl said sincerely. “It was my failure to properly control Metagross that led to this situation.”

Seeing that Carl's attitude was correct, Miss Officer Jenny did not want to make things too difficult for him.

Metagross's practice of providing wild Pokémon with a safe environment and ample food in exchange for them working on its farm does not, in essence, violate the laws of the Padilla League.

Even though Metagross's methods were somewhat unethical, it didn't actually harm any wild Pokémon.

Just as Miss Officer Jenny was about to speak, a telephone rang in their ears.

"Excuse me, I need to take this call." Officer Jenny smiled apologetically at Carl, then stood up and walked towards the door.

Not long after, Miss Officer Jenny walked back into the house with a complicated expression and carefully looked at Karl, who was sitting on the sofa.

"Are you the 'helpful citizen' who caught Hunter J in the scorching desert?" Officer Jenny couldn't help but ask.

"Hmm?" Carl looked up at Officer Jenny and nodded. "It's me, but I was just a little lucky."

“Luck?” Miss Officer Jenny shook her head. “Mr. Carl, it is indeed lucky that you were able to meet Hunter J in the Red Desert, but the fact that you were able to catch her cannot be explained by just being lucky.”

“Well, my skills are indeed not bad,” Karl shrugged. “But as you can see, I’m just an ordinary farmer now.”

“Ordinary farmers don’t bring wild Pokémon back to their farms to work, Mr. Carl.” Officer Jenny rolled her eyes at Carl, annoyed. “I’ll let it slide this time since you weren’t aware of it. But have you thought about what you’re going to do with those wild Pokémon afterward?”

“Of course.” Carl breathed a sigh of relief when he heard that Officer Jenny wouldn’t hold him responsible, and then explained to her the subsequent plan for the resettlement of wild Pokémon.

After listening to Carl's plan, Miss Officer Jenny thought about it carefully before continuing, "Since Mr. Carl already has a plan, let's proceed with it. Hopefully, there won't be a next time."

“There will absolutely not be a next time,” Karl said firmly.

After seeing Officer Jenny off, Carl turned to Metagross, which was almost turning into a transparent Pokémon, and said seriously, "Metagross, settle those wild Pokémon you kidnapped as soon as possible, understand?"

"Geng metal. (Understood.)"

Time flew by and it was afternoon. After having lunch, Carl and his Pokémon took a leisurely stroll around the farm.

Although Carl had only been gone for a few days, the farm had changed considerably since he left.

It must be said that although Metagross's plan was suspected of exploiting Pokémon, the plan was indeed very effective.

Both the expanded arable land area and the sprouting buds can prove this point.

The strawberry field, specially cared for by the Grass Pokémon, is already taking shape. Carl had already planted about 20 acres of strawberries before he left, and Metagross planted about 10 more acres after Carl left.

Just then, Metagross's voice suddenly rang in Carl's ear: "Gengjin. (Trainer, when are you planning to go to the Johto region to buy a Miltank?)"

Purchasing the large milk tank was the most important part of Carl and Metagross's farm development plan.

Although mountain goats can also produce goat milk that is just as nutritious as Moo Moo milk, Moo Moo milk is the first choice for most trainers in the consumer market.

"Let's wait until after the fishing competition," Karl said after thinking for a moment. "I can contact Adu later and ask him if he has any ideas."

"Geng Metal? (That flying-type Heavenly King?)"

"That's right, it's him."

Hatch!

Lance, who was riding on the back of a Dragonite, suddenly sneezed. He rubbed his nose and muttered, "Who's cricketing at me from behind again?"

Chapter 66 The Missing Trainer and Randy Farm

"Hello, is this Mr. Watari?"

"It's me, and you are..." Yu Longdu hesitated before asking, "Karl?"

As Lance was riding his Dragonite towards the Johto region, he never expected that Carl, who was far away in the Padia region, would call him at this time.

Did Karl encounter some difficulties in the Parthian region?

"Yes, I didn't expect Mr. Wataru to still remember me." Karl's cheerful voice came from the other end of the phone to Wataru's ears.

“How could that be? I just lost to you a little over a month ago, how could I forget?” Yulongdu reached out and smoothed his red hair, which was a little messy from the wind. “Besides, Karl, you’ve made quite a splash lately.”

Karl raised an eyebrow; he hadn't expected that Chairman Yeci's online press conference would attract the attention of one of the Four Heavenly Kings of the Kanto region.

However, Carl thought about it again and realized that given Adu's righteous and indignant nature, it was perfectly normal for him to have noticed the news of Hunter J's capture.

"I just happened to run into that rat," Carl explained casually, then cut straight to the point, "Mr. Lance, you should know Akane, the Gym Leader of Goldenrod City in the Johto region, right?"

“Of course, our Dragon Clan’s ancestral home is in the Johto region, so I’m very familiar with the Gym Leaders in the Johto region.” As Lance answered Karl’s question, he pondered in his mind what Karl’s purpose was in asking it.

“That’s wonderful,” Karl said with delight. “Could you please introduce me to Master Akane? I have some things I’d like to discuss with her.”

“No problem.” Lance readily agreed. For him, one of the Elite Four, introducing Karl to a gym leader was an extremely simple matter.

However, out of curiosity, Yulongdu still asked, "May I know what you want to talk to Xiaoqian about? Perhaps I can help you."

“It’s nothing serious,” Karl said casually. “Mr. Watari, you should know that I’m in the Parthian region right now, right?”

"The reason I am in the Padiya region is because my grandfather left me a farm there."

“I traveled for three years and although my skills improved a lot, I felt a bit tired after those three years of travel, so I decided to take a break. Therefore, I took over the farm that my grandfather left me.”

At this point in Karl's words, Yulongdu understood his purpose in seeking out Xiaoxi: "So, you want to buy a few large milk tanks from Xiaoxi's farm?"

“That’s right. After all, Miss Akane’s ranch is the best dairy farm in the world,” Karl affirmed. “Moreover, my farm is located in the Padia region, so it doesn’t compete with her farm. If you, Mr. Watari, could make an introduction, then Akane shouldn’t refuse the deal I’m proposing.”