Chapter 178: Julian, You Bastard

Chapter 178: Chapter 178: Julian, You Bastard

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After breakfast, Julian planned to make a trip to Verdant Cloud Mountain.

He was going to catch Gengar!

After their previous two meetings, especially now that he had this new charm, Julian believed he could convince Gengar to become his Pokémon.

As for Electabuzz, Julian also planned to ask him.

Although Julian wanted Electabuzz to peacefully stay in the mountains and grow Berries, as a Trainer, it was better to treat everyone fairly.

Electabuzz and Gengar also knew each other. It would not be good to catch only one and leave the other behind.

When Julian arrived at Verdant Cloud Mountain, he went to Gengar’s pool to look for him.

Gengar was not there.

Julian went to the fast-flowing river section used for speed drifting.

As expected, Gengar was there.

He was holding a race all by himself and having the time of his life.

When Gengar saw Julian, he was so excited that he even forgot about his little ducks.

He immediately threw himself at Julian.

"Gengar!"

Julian warmly caught Gengar.

"Gengar, the swimming pool at my house is very big. I’ve already filled it with water."

"It’s no smaller than your pool. Do you want to live with us from now on?"

Faced with Julian’s invitation, Gengar excitedly nodded again and again.

Suddenly, Gengar’s expression turned panicked.

"Gengar!"

My little ducks!

He hurriedly flew back to the river and fished out all eight rubber Psyduck.

Only then did Gengar let out a long breath and fly back to Julian’s side.

He stood upright in the air.

"Gengar!"

He was ready. Julian could take out the Poké Ball.

Julian solemnly took out a red-and-white Poké Ball and pressed it against Gengar’s belly.

"Gengar, I’ll raise you into the most, most, most evil Gengar in the world!"

Gengar heard it differently.

Gengar, I’ll make you the happiest Gengar in the world!

The Poké Ball emitted red light and absorbed Gengar.

With a click, Gengar was caught by Julian smoothly.

Julian released Gengar again, and Gengar excitedly flew several circles around him.

Why did Julian look so much better than last time?

To Gengar, Julian seemed even more dazzling than before, his whole presence bright, vibrant, and overflowing with life.

Only someone like this was qualified to become the Trainer of the world’s most evil Gengar!

Bringing Gengar up the mountain, Julian found Electabuzz carrying two buckets of water.

At the same time, Electabuzz was holding both arms straight out as Julian had taught him, training their strength.

Seeing Julian and Gengar, Electabuzz greeted them warmly.

He took out Berries wrapped in leaves and pushed them in front of Julian and Gengar.

Julian casually picked up a Berry and took a bite.

"Very sweet. Electabuzz, your technique really is excellent."

Gengar tossed up a Berry, caught it in his mouth, chewed, and swallowed.

Then he picked up another Berry, threw it into the air, opened his mouth wide, and caught it.

Chew, chew, chew...

Holding the Berry, Julian said, "Actually, I came this time because I’m about to go on an adventure, so I wanted to ask you."

"Are you willing to join my team? You have great talent. Powerful electricity, a strong body. You fit my style very well."

"I’m confident I can raise you into a Champion Electivire!"

"Of course, after joining my team, if you want to stay in the mountains while managing the Berries and training to become stronger..."

"I can help with that too!"

Electabuzz nodded in agreement.

But he wanted to battle Combusken first.

As long as Combusken could beat him, he would join!

Julian nodded, went to an open space, and released Combusken.

Electabuzz attacked first, his fist wrapped in intense lightning.

"Flamethrower!"

Compared to last time, Combusken’s Flamethrower had become faster and more accurate.

It directly pushed Electabuzz flying back.

Under Poliwrath’s strict guidance, Combusken’s Flamethrower had clearly improved.

Back when Combusken had still been Torchic, Torchic had felt that Poliwrath was so gentle.

But after he evolved into Combusken, Teacher Poliwrath changed completely!

He became strict, with high standards.

Training under Poliwrath had made him suffer quite a lot.

But his progress was enormous!

Compared to Electabuzz training up here alone, Combusken received guidance in every area.

And he had professional sparring partners.

Combusken had been struck by Machoke’s Thunder Punch who knew how many times.

That was how he had trained his current Flamethrower speed.

"Fire Punch!"

After Electabuzz was pushed back, Combusken instead closed in.

He punched towards Electabuzz’s chest.

Electabuzz raised his arms to block, but the powerful force contained in Combusken’s fist still broke through his guard and struck in.

Electabuzz was sent flying.

Julian took the opportunity to throw a Poké Ball.

Electabuzz did not struggle.

Through that brief exchange, Electabuzz had already realised the gap between himself and Combusken.

They had clearly evolved around the same time.

Yet Combusken had improved faster than him.

Electabuzz did not think his talent was inferior to Combusken’s.

The only explanation was that Combusken had received better training.

Aside from growing Berries, what Electabuzz liked most was increasing the electricity in his body and the strength of his arms.

Since there was a place that could make him stronger...

Electabuzz was naturally willing to join!

Julian released Electabuzz.

"Are you coming back with me, or staying here to look after the Berries?"

Electabuzz was very troubled. He looked at Julian.

Was there a way to not give up either?

Julian smiled.

"My disciple Kai is from a nearby village. I can let him return to the village once a week, and you can go up the mountain to look after the Berries."

"At other times, you can receive training from the Gym’s Pokémon."

Electabuzz’s eyes lit up.

That was a good idea!

...

The situation in the Great Crater of Paldea was complex, so Julian could not bring all of his Pokémon with him like he usually did.

Considering the logistical pressure, it would be best to carry the standard six.

Hakamo-o, Primeape, Gallade, Goodra, Gengar, and Toxicroak.

These were the six Pokémon Julian planned to bring for this adventure.

Besides strength, their varied type coverage would help him respond to all kinds of unexpected situations.

The remaining Pokémon would stay at the Gym and train peacefully.

Knowing that this adventure was very important to Julian, Darius returned to the Gym and promised to properly receive challengers.

Kai was rigid and serious, absolutely giving Darius no chance to slack off.

Bringing Lucario with him, Julian boarded the car heading to Professor Rowan’s laboratory.

When he arrived, Professor Rowan directly handed Julian a white lab coat.

Then he brought Julian to the portable instruments, along with an oversized backpack.

"This spatial backpack can hold these instruments and reduce the load. It won’t burden you."

"Cynthia will arrive tomorrow. I bought plane tickets for both of you to leave for Paldea that same day. Yuzo will drive you to Jubilife City to take the flight."

Julian nodded and packed the instruments into the backpack to test it.

"It really is good."

After putting in the field gear he had brought with him, there was still quite a bit of space left inside.

Professor Rowan said, "You can use the remaining space to buy supplies after you arrive in Paldea, depending on local conditions."

"Don’t worry. All expenses will be charged to the Rowan Laboratory!"

...

The next day, as soon as Cynthia walked into Professor Rowan’s laboratory, she said, "Professor, I don’t think there’s any need to arrange an assistant researcher to travel with me."

"I’m fully confident I can complete this mission alone!"

Professor Rowan smiled slightly.

"That won’t do. The Great Crater of Paldea is very dangerous. If I let you go alone, Professor Carolina will kill me."

"And this assistant researcher absolutely won’t drag you down."

Julian walked out and waved at Cynthia.

"Cynthia, surprised? Unexpected?"

Cynthia’s eyes widened.

"Why is it you!?"

How could Julian be the assistant researcher?

And there was another thing.

How has this guy become even more handsome?

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