Divine Plan? But I'm a Pokémon trainer.

Chapter 432 Girl, don't be so clumsy!

"This is really a headache. How could something like this happen?"

Inside the Skywood Research Institute, the professor was pacing back and forth in distress.

If word got out that his research into the Pokédex led to the theft of the starter Pokémon intended for new trainers, he would have no face to face his teacher, Professor Oak.

Since those three Pokémon were specially bred beginner Pokémon, Professor Elm had no alternatives at the moment.

Just as he was racking his brains over this, Link, who had inquired about the case with Officer Jenny, returned to the research institute.

"Doctor, are there any beginner Pokémon left?"

Dr. Kuroki helplessly shrugged; there really weren't any left.

Ayr took Cyndaquil, Totodile stole it, and Chikorita was taken by Chris.

The current situation is that Qinyin came to claim the beginner's spirit but failed and has gone home to wait until the afternoon.

If Totodile can't be found before then, or if Totodile has chosen its own trainer... Professor Elm will have no choice but to ask Professor Oak for help.

Professor Oak surely has a surplus of starter Pokémon.

"Sigh, Kotone told me a long time ago that she wanted a chrysanthemum leaf. I wonder if the teacher has cultivated any."

Link shrugged. It's hard to say. In Kanto, it's mainly Bulbasaur and the like.

Chikorita, in particular, is not very popular among beginner Pokémon, resulting in a relatively small number of them being bred.

Seeing this, the fire fox seemed to be thinking, how could it prevent aspiring trainers from getting the starter Pokémon they wanted?

"F~Muf!"

"Hmm, Fire Fox has something to say."

Since Dr. Kumo couldn't understand his language, Link had to take over as the translator, as was customary.

Since the stolen Pokémon was Totodile, which wasn't exactly a beginner Pokémon that newbies would normally prefer, we might as well put this matter aside and prepare another Chikorita for Kotomine as soon as possible.

If Professor Oak doesn't have it, Fennekin can help introduce it to other Chikorita leaves it recognizes.

The specific method involves utilizing the connections within the Dream Realm. In fact, many elves, like the Blazing Roaring Tiger back then, agree to their offspring adventuring alongside humans.

Didn't the Alola region become popular because of Fuk's great activity?

Of course, Link couldn't say that the Fire Fox could introduce Chikorita; instead, he took the blame for it himself.

"I am currently a gym leader in Ripple Town in the Unova region, and I should be able to provide cultivated Chikorita as starter Pokémon."

Link clearly has a knack for cultivating Chicory, as evidenced by the Chicory resting in the backyard of the research institute.

Upon hearing this, Dr. Kongmu finally breathed a sigh of relief; the other party had truly been a great help.

He immediately contacted Professor Oak and, after learning that there were no Chikorita leaves, asked Link for help.

After lunch, the Fire Fox was taking a nap at the research institute and chatted with the Pokémon in the Treasure Cafe about beginner Pokémon.

Before long, the sociable creature found Chicory Leaf, who was naive and longed for adventure.

There are quite a few of them!
Upon learning that many Chikorita, harboring dreams and aspirations, were embarking on adventures with novice Pokémon and new trainers, Link inevitably fell silent.

The reasons... are too complicated to explain in a few words.

Fortunately, Chikorita, who was originally able to enter the dream realm, can receive instruction in their "dream learning method" during the adventure.

Since the foundation is weak, more time and effort are needed to make up for it...

……

That afternoon, Link found Professor Elm, who was eagerly awaiting Officer Jenny's arrival. "Professor Elm, I've already had someone send me a Chikorita suitable as a starter Pokémon."

As he spoke, he released the Chikorita leaf that the Fire Fox had determined was suitable for the newlyweds from the Dream Orb.

"Jike?"

Just a moment ago, Chicory was still on the Dream Tree, curiously looking around at the unfamiliar environment.

"Healthy, pleasantly smelling, and full of energy, this chrysanthemum leaf is truly excellent."

As a researcher who had sent out a large number of Chikorita leaves, Kuki immediately recognized that this Chikorita leaf was even better than the starter Pokémon provided by the League, and immediately contacted Kotone, who was waiting for news at home.

Within minutes, the chestnut-haired girl, who had just received a call from the professor, rushed into the research institute.

※The sound on the left is that of a zither.

The newcomer was dressed in a white hat, red top, and blue overalls, looking like a lively and energetic girl who was always ready to go camping.

Kotone, a new trainer from Wakaba Town.

"Dr. Kongmu, how is Little Sawtooth Totodile?"

The professor shook his head regretfully: "Just trust Officer Jenny. Don't overthink it, Kobayashi and I have prepared another beginner Pokémon for you."

"Jike~"

Chikorita waved the leaves above its head energetically, greeting its future trainer.

"Oh, it really is chrysanthemum leaf! Nice to meet you, my name is Kotone!"

Qin Yin took a liking to this adorable white radish at first sight!
Is there any beginner Pokémon cuter than Chikorita?
Before she could finish speaking, she picked it up and pressed her face against it.

"So soft, so fragrant..."

"Ji...Jike?"

The fox didn't say that humans are like that, did it?
Link was a little worried that the newcomer would scare Chikorita: "Ahem, let's get down to business first."

Qin Yin then noticed that there was another person. Upon closer inspection, she realized that this was the trainer who had battled Xiao You in Saiyu City.
That fire fox was even cuter than it looked on TV.

Although she really wanted to hug the fire fox, it wasn't really appropriate to hug someone else's Pokémon right away.

"As agreed before, all the newcomers this year will receive a Pokédex. However, your Pokédexs will have some very important and crucial new features. Remember to read the instruction manual carefully later."

"Don't worry about the previous incident. Just let this Chikorita be your beginner Pokémon."

"It comes from the city of Pied City in the Carlos region, so it is somewhat different from the Chicoryo Leaf in the Johto region. You'll have to experience the differences for yourself."

"Although most new trainers in the Johto region don't like to choose Chikorita, I guarantee with my Champion reputation that Chikorita is a very reliable Pokémon. Its strength depends more on how the trainer treats and communicates with it."

"As long as you nurture it with care and love, whether it's Chikorita or any other Pokémon, it will never disappoint you and will meet your expectations."

Qinyin is undoubtedly a trustworthy trainer, but since this Chikorita has been handled by Link, there are still things that need to be said.

Pokémon are not just cold data; they can grow stronger because of the trainer's emotions.

"I understand, Senior Kobayashi!"

Qinyin nodded solemnly. Chikorita was her beginner Pokémon, but not her first Pokémon.

Her first Pokémon was a Marill that she encountered while fishing on Route 27.

During the years she lived with Marie, Kotone had already come to understand.

Elves become stronger because of love. Even a small, ordinary Marill can lift a boulder that weighs dozens of times her own weight if she has love!

(End of this chapter)