Pokémon: I picked up a reborn Eevee at the start of the game.

However, when the other Pokémon shared their Struggle Stones, Move Fruits, and Power-Up Potions, Guleton abandoned his earlier idea.

Everyone else has boarded a spaceship, and I'm still bringing out a bicycle? Doesn't that seem a bit shabby?

But where did these strange things come from?

Therefore, it was natural for Leighton to think of what had happened to him the night before.

So, do they also have something similar to their own system?

So, is the emergence of this comeback system really related to Xia Chen?

That should be the case, and their estimates are all much better than my own useless thing.

Therefore, Leighton didn't feel envious at all. For a company that had stood at the top, these were all just fleeting moments.

But when the elves shared some of these resources with him, Guleton was stunned.

…………

Looking down at the resource items containing various energies, Gu Leton felt a strange and complex emotion welling up inside him.

It's hard to say it was particularly moved. Having lived in this world for so many years and experienced so much, its emotional threshold is much higher than that of ordinary people and elves.

But to say there isn't is a bit of a difference.

It has been a very, very long time since it has had the concept of friends.

As I recall, my last old friend, a fire moth, or as the people at the research institute called it, a ground-crawling wing, also left the world before my very eyes.

It wasn't because it lost a battle with the elves, or because of some other accident, but simply because it died of old age.

This is Gu Leton's childhood playmate.

At that time, it was only a hundred years old, full of vigor, and its life as a dragon had just begun.

From that moment on, it understood that every spirit it encountered was merely a passerby in its dragon life.

He has become more detached and carefree, like a solitary traveler on the edge of the world.

So when it saw the elves sharing these extremely valuable resources with it, Guleton suddenly recalled its childhood.

Back then, it also had several companions like them, and they were just as close as they were.

The word "partner," which seemed so distant to Guleton, suddenly felt very close.

Last night, Xia Chen used this word when he sent the invitation, but at that time it didn't feel anything.

But when faced with the goodwill conveyed by the elves today, Guleton slowly came to realize something.

Perhaps for a long time to come after today, I won't be alone anymore.

This long-lost feeling is strange, but it doesn't seem so bad.

Bringing his thoughts back, Gu Leton gently shook his head and said, "Thank you, but I probably don't need these things."

It's not about caring about the reputation of some legendary elf; it's the same reason as the newbie gift pack the system gave me—I don't need it.

The elves cannot comprehend the plight of legendary elves, even Sylveon, who reached the Elite Four level in her previous life.

Although their imagination of the legendary elves was rather limited, akin to "a farmer guessing that the emperor tills the land with a golden hoe every day," the elves could vaguely guess that Guleton's refusal was not out of politeness, but because he truly had no need for it.

The elves failed to give out their welcome gift to their new friend for the first time.

However, Little Dragon had a backup plan; it took out a medicine bottle-shaped object and handed it over.

"Messi—(This is a potion I made using a full recovery potion and an energy gem. See if it's of any use to you?)"

Was it prepared especially for myself?

Curious, Leighton took the potion from the little one, took a sniff, and noticed that the smell was somewhat different from what he had drunk before.

A small taste revealed a surge of energy within the body, indicating that this was indeed much more effective than ordinary full recovery medication.

However, it's not very useful for Guleton's current injury; it can only be said to be of some use, but not very useful.

It was about to say that, but the words changed as it came out: "Very helpful, thank you."

Little Duolong happily spun around in circles, and he enthusiastically promised, "Then I'll make you a bottle every day from now on!"

Therefore, Leighton helplessly advised, "You don't need to do it so often. Too much will cause your body to develop resistance. Once a month is enough."

"Messi~"

Little Duolong happily nodded in agreement.

…………

The elves had given him a peach, so Leton wanted to reciprocate in kind.

But looking at the meager amount in its system inventory, it felt it was simply not presentable.

Watching the elves continue exchanging resources, Guleton scratched his head. If only he could go back three thousand years, his lair would be filled with all sorts of treasures he had collected over two hundred years.

There's no problem letting each elf go in and pick out ten or eight items.

Just as he was feeling troubled, a single hair drifted down from the top of his head, startling him. When did he start losing hair?

Is it because of frequent injuries and overwork recently?

Hey, wait a minute

Therefore, an idea suddenly popped into Leighton's mind.

Those dragon teeth and scales from the Staff-tailed Armored Dragon can be precious and rare Pokémon items and resources, but what about your own feathers?

It grabbed the feather that was about to fall to the ground and placed it next to the various resources of different sizes and shapes.

"Would this be considered a cultivation resource you need?"

The elves stared at the feather that had just fallen from Guleton's head for a while before exchanging bewildered glances.

That seems to make some sense!

The resources related to the legendary elves that people are searching for are right before their eyes, aren't they?

This is definitely a walking, top-tier resource pack!

Feeling a little uneasy under their gazes, Leighton awkwardly said, "These fell off naturally; you can't just pull them off by force."

Upon hearing this, the elves' gazes gradually calmed down; of course, they wouldn't be so ruthless.

Furthermore, there is the issue of resource compatibility. Since Leton is a dual-type Fighting and Dragon, the most suitable partner is Kommo-o, which is also a Fighting/Dragon type. The next best option is a single Fighting or Dragon type Pokémon.

The team has quite a few Dragon-type Pokémon, including Dragapult, Goomy, and Milotic (which is practically one).

Milotic has always been a separate entity, with a unique entity supporting its growth; Gooey and Little Dragon are more suitable.

Especially for Little Dragon, this raw material is the perfect match for his synthesizer, but there are very few items that can be synthesized with this feather.

If nothing unexpected happens, this feather should be an orange-quality resource; it should at least be purple-quality to be worthy of being fused together.

However, although the synthesis was difficult, the resulting product was equally promising, so the feather was taken by Little Dragon, and the elves unanimously agreed.

"Messi~ (Senior Leighton, could you please collect all the feathers and scales you shed in the future?)"

Before the meeting ended, Dorgon Messia stared expectantly at Guleton with his big, bright eyes.

Therefore, Leighton nodded helplessly, thinking to himself, "Looks like my hair is going to fall out whether I want to or not."

…………

After the meeting ended, the elves dispersed and went about their own business.

Just as Leighton was about to go back to its room to rest and recuperate, Cindy called out to it.

“Buyi—(Wait a minute, senior Gu Leton, can I talk to you about something?)”

Therefore, Leighton suddenly felt a little guilty. Was he going to challenge me?

If it's about guiding younger generations, then it seems perfectly reasonable, right?

Then it wouldn't hurt to do that task as well.

With wild guesses running through his mind, Leighton turned around and looked down at its current nominal "boss".

However, Cinnamon didn't seek it out for a challenge—she had no intention of bullying the old, weak, sick, or disabled—but for something else entirely.

"Bu Yi? (I'd like to know, senior, how long will it take you to recover to at least the strength of a Heavenly King?)"

So Leton paused for a moment, not expecting Sinbu to ask this. After thinking for a second, it replied, "If there are no other influencing factors, within a year, I guess. Why?"

Xianbu said thoughtfully, "It's been so long. I was worried that someone might have designs on you. You know how alluring the legendary elves are to some people."

Leighton sneered inwardly. They have designs on me? Then let them come and die one by one!

But as soon as the thought popped into its head, it discovered a fatal problem: it was no longer as powerful as it used to be.

It suddenly understood what Fairycloth meant: even a single hair it plucked was a legendary resource, yet it lacked the ability to protect it.

For those with ulterior motives, this is simply an unshielded and unprotected gold mine!

Therefore, restoring our limited strength is of paramount importance.

I understand what you mean.

Therefore, Leighton nodded heavily.

It's not an unreasonable dragon; the question of whether safety or face is more important goes without saying.

So

"Challenge me, Senbu."

Therefore, Leighton said this.

Xianbu: "?"

Is it true that elves' minds jump around this fast?

We were just talking about safety and regaining strength, why are you suddenly asking me to challenge you?

Don't you have any idea what your current situation and capabilities are?

Xianbu tilted his head to confirm, "Are you sure?"

"Well, I won't play in regular matches, I'll just serve as your coach and give you some pointers."

Therefore, Leighton found a suitable excuse for his move.