Pokémon: This trainer is too wild!

Chapter 331 Serena of Team Rocket Arrives! This is the Best of Times!

On a bench in front of the fashion store, Mammon and Serena chatted while drinking juice.

Serena enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere. Mr. Mammon was clearly a big shot, but he was completely unpretentious.

Treat each other as equals, and, to be honest, Mr. Mammon is really handsome.

With his handsome face, black tousled hair, excellent fashion sense, and sunny, clean-cut youthful charm, Mammon has an exceptionally high rate of turning heads and is incredibly recognizable.

Passersby would unconsciously take a second look, and the amazed and envious glances from the girls made Serena feel much happier.

Well, although she knew that she and Mr. Mammon were just normal friends, outsiders wouldn't think that way about her being with a boy like that.

"Let me think, where should I begin?"

Mammon took a sip of watermelon juice, organizing his thoughts.

"First of all, if you join the Rockets, you will receive a monthly salary that is appropriate for your status. This is something that every member receives; you can think of it as a wage."

“The specific salary level will be determined based on your skills and abilities, just like you, Serena.”

"If you're willing to join the Rockets, I can offer you a senior management position directly. This is a senior management position within the organization, and you can receive 10 yuan per month from the organization. This is your basic monthly salary."

"So many?"

Upon hearing this, Serena's big eyes widened slightly. 10 every month?!

Good heavens! How many trainers' allowances would I have to win to earn that much money?

A high-grade ball only costs 1200!
No wonder Cattleya and Plantina are so rich.

"A lot? Actually, it's not much, Serena. You should know that capable people never worry about money; it's just a matter of how much."

Mammon couldn't help but chuckle; after all, she was still just a young girl.

"Money is just a number for people like us. You'll understand once you join the organization and have some time."

Serena pursed her lips. Is that so?

"To be honest, I have a lot of faith in your potential, and I believe that your future achievements will definitely not be any less than those of Hikaru and Cattleya."

Mammon looked at Serena. If he could keep Serena with money, he wouldn't hesitate to spend it.

But Mammon knew very well that this was an unrealistic problem.

For Serena, she definitely values ​​other things more.

"I still have a long way to go to catch up with Xiaoguang and the others," Serena said, sounding a little embarrassed, which was uncharacteristic of her.

Of course, this is hardly modesty; she was defeated by Prandina yesterday, and it was a complete and utter defeat.

As for Cattleya...

Yes, Xiao Guang mentioned to her last night that Miss Cattleya's strength is that of a champion specializing in the psychic type, which is already foreseeable.

"Don't be discouraged, Serena. Your potential is no less than theirs. You just need a better environment to grow."

"And that's the second point I want to make to you."

Mammon smiled slightly and continued speaking.

"Salina, what is your dream?"

“My dream… My current goal is to win the Miare Tournament.”

"And then?" Mammon pressed.

"If possible, I would also like to challenge the Four Heavenly Kings and Ms. Karuno to become the champion of the Kalos region."

"That's a very ambitious idea. Aiming for the regional championship in his first year is something I fully support," Mammon praised.

Serena pursed her lips, her large eyes reflecting Mammon's face.

If she had said this to someone else, she probably would have only received some jokes or simple words of encouragement.

But in the end, it's really just that people don't believe a newbie like her, who's just started traveling, could defeat Karuno.

But why not?

Serena was not convinced by this. Why should she be deemed incapable before even trying?
But that's not surprising; that's just how people's narrow-minded perceptions are.

The title of Regional Champion represents the strongest in that region; only the strongest trainer in a region can be the Regional Champion.

The strongest person on this land in Carlos right now is Karuno.

Serena is just a newbie who has just received her Pokémon and started her journey, so a normal person would naturally think that it is impossible for her to do it.

“With your talent and growth rate, I think you can defeat Miss Karuno by the end of the year,” Mammon laughed.

Well, in Mammon's opinion, Karunai, Mikkuri, and Adek are the weakest floor tiles among all the regional champions.

Alder lost his fighting spirit after his ace died early in the game, and Mikkuri, being a water-type team, didn't perform well on proper fields, plus the team itself was weak.

As for Karuno, there's not much to say; she's simply not strong.

"Really? Mr. Mammon, do you think so?"

Serena's eyes lit up with delight.

“Yes, after all, you’re almost at the champion level now, aren’t you?” Mammon noticed the girl’s excitement and nodded with a smile.

Serena bit her pink lips, and a stunning smile appeared on her pretty face.

Mammon thought Serena's smile was very beautiful.

Well, I have to say, Serena is really beautiful, especially since she loves fashion and knows how to dress well.

Furthermore, her figure is among the best of all the female game characters.

"But I must tell you, Serena, even if you become the champion, you will never have reached the peak. This world is really big, and there are countless strong people."

"And how should I put it? Our generation may have truly ushered in a brand new era. There are just too many geniuses in this era."

Mammon murmured with emotion.

"Other regions?" Serena asked curiously.

"Yes, Serena, you should be able to realize it yourself, that you are a genius, and you could say that you are a rare trainer genius, right?"

"..."

Serena, a little embarrassed, smoothed her long, flaxen-blonde hair that fell beside her ear. Indeed, many people had marveled at her talent. They had all praised her, and some gym leaders had even said that she was Carlos's future.

but……

Yes, yesterday Prantina woke her up.

"But you might not believe it, but in fact, trainers with the same talent as you are constantly emerging in various regions."

Serena was taken aback.

"You've already met her in the Sinnoh region; it was Dawn. There are at least four more in Kanto, one in Hoenn, two or three in Unova, one or two in Alola, and two in Padia."

"As for Galar, I haven't met him yet, but I think there should be one or two."

Mammon asserted that while he hadn't gone to Padia and Galar yet, Nemo was one of them, and Xiao Qing was probably there as well.

As for Galar, there are actually many genius boys and girls there.

Aside from Yu, who is the protagonist, Yu's rivals are not simple characters either: Leon's younger brother Hop, Peter, the boy adopted and raised by Rose, and Marie, the sister of Nie Zi, the gym leader of Spike Town.

It can be said that all three of these formidable rivals have the potential to be champions, especially Hop. As the human partner chosen by one of the Sword and Shield Kings in the late game, he suffered setbacks in the early and mid-game, but he was indeed a late bloomer.

He was arguably the strongest of the three formidable rivals in the later stages.

"So... many?"

Serena was shocked and murmured unconsciously.

She used to think she was special... but now it seems she wasn't really that special.

Those gym leaders and Diantha who came all the way here are all liars!!
They say she's a once-in-a-century genius trainer, but apparently there are "once-in-a-century" trainers in every region, especially Kanto... four? Or at least?
"So even if you become the regional champion, your trainer career is only just beginning. After all, you'll eventually have to go to the world stage, won't you?"

"This is actually the best of times!"

"Salina, don't you think so?"

Mammon tilted his head slightly and gently stroked Jirachi's little belly with his palm.

Indeed, in Mammon's view, this era of diverse talents is the best.

After all, a person's path to becoming the strongest is incomplete without some formidable obstacles.

"Yes! This is... exactly what I wanted!"

Upon hearing this, Serena's eyes seemed to blaze with fire. Mr. Mammon was right.

So what if each region has its own geniuses?

It is because of their existence that this title of 'strongest' is worth fighting for!
"Very good, very energetic."

Mammon nodded in satisfaction.

"Then let me explain, Serena. Do you know where the gap between you and Hikaru lies?"

"Your environment is not conducive to your growth!"

Mammon put it bluntly.

"Environment?" Serena seemed to understand.

"Yes, you need a better environment to grow, more competitors, and better resources."

"And the Rockets can provide you with those."

Mammon smiled.

Serena seemed lost in thought.

“A trainer can improve by immersing themselves in intensive training, but that kind of growth rate is definitely not enough for you, Serena.”

"Personal combat can better motivate you and your main team. Eliminating the dark organization and its powerful trainers can be very rewarding. Moreover, there are many champion-level trainers and elite-level executives in the organization, and you can spar and train with them."

"You can also discuss training with them to improve your team and tactics. As for the resources needed for your Pokémon's growth, you can apply for them through the organization."

What Mammon said undoubtedly appealed to Serena.

She now roughly understands what Xiaoguang meant by Mammon helping her become stronger.

Omg!

Expert guidance, sparring with top players, real-world experience, and even discussions on team composition and tactical design, along with various growth resources provided by the organization.

Holy crap! No wonder Xiao Guang is so much better than me. Even if I trained like crazy on my own, I still couldn't compare.

"Furthermore, for an excellent trainer like Serena, as long as you join the organization, I can entrust you with a highly talented Ultra Beast free of charge."

Ultra Beast?!
Serena instantly recalled Hikaru's incredibly strong Pheromosa from yesterday. Joining the organization and they give...?
"Finally, the organization itself has two huge farms and ranches that raise many excellent Pokémon, including legendary Pokémon. You can exchange merit points for the opportunity to catch them."

Mammon took out his phone and opened the Pokémon redemption page in the app.

Zapdos, Land Cloud, Thundercloud, etc.

Serena's breathing quickened involuntarily.

“Salina, I can tell you that Xiaoguang was far from going all out yesterday. She still has a Flame Emperor in her main force.”

"So if you want to defeat Hikaru, you need a stronger main lineup. Your lineup must be strengthened."

Mammon's words weren't exactly a inducement; to be honest, that's just Serena's current main force.

Even if she tried for another ten years, she still couldn't defeat Plantina.

After all, 'effort' is relative. If Serena is working hard, will Plantina just stand still? Impossible.

Without strengthening the roster, Serena will never be able to defeat Hikaru.

Emperor Yan...

Serena fell silent. Hikari had actually captured Entei, one of the legendary Ho-Oh guards?

But when Serena saw the Pokémon on the Team Rocket app's redemption page, she suddenly wasn't surprised anymore.

"So now I'll ask you this: Serena, would you like to join Team Rocket?"

"I am willing!"

The girl from Asaka Town didn't hesitate!
The Rockets are the best place for her!

(End of this chapter)