Pokémon: I have no choice but to do this old thing?

The morning light pierced through the thin clouds, casting golden rays upon their new home by the sea.

Cynthia had already left with her companions at dawn to return to the Alliance to handle affairs and continue her journey to explore the mythology.

As they parted, she and Zhang Jianying exchanged a knowing glance. Without needing to say a word, they both understood the quietly growing anticipation in their hearts.

After bidding farewell to the champion, Zhang Jianying and his partners couldn't wait to start a vigorous home renovation project.

The first batch delivered via Express Delivery consisted of a variety of high-quality tree fruit seeds and seedlings.

Just as the forest tortoise was about to unleash its gift blessed by the shrine, a rustling sound came from the bushes not far away.

Several pairs of eyes, filled with worry and curiosity, peered out from between the leaves. There was a group of wild walking grass and a few shuttlecocks, as well as a pair of aloe vera clinging tightly to their tails.

This land was originally a place where they occasionally foraged for food, but now that they are about to cause a major upheaval, the little guys can't help but worry about their future livelihood.

The forest tortoise let out a few low, gentle roars, and the bushes on its back exuded a reassuring aura of life.

It conveys a message: Don't worry, this orchard will produce even more and sweeter fruit. In the future, if you can't find food, you can always come here to pick.

In exchange, we hope you can help look after this place while we travel, so that the ripe fruit doesn't linger, and please also dissuade any naughty little ones from damaging the trees.

The wild little creatures looked at each other, and the worry in their eyes gradually turned into joy.

They nodded happily in agreement, and a few bolder sedges volunteered to help, using their gentle breaths to precisely deliver the seeds into the prepared pits.

Then, under Zhang Jianying's astonished gaze, the forest turtle steadily bent its limbs, and the bushes on its back emitted a lustrous green light.

Those newly planted seeds broke through the soil, sprouted, and stretched their branches and leaves at a speed visible to the naked eye!

The tender green saplings quickly grew taller, and flower buds gathered on the branches, soon to bloom... In no time, a vibrant orchard, soon to be laden with fruit, appeared before our eyes.

"This art style..."

Zhang Jianying was holding the book "How to Cultivate Scientifically," a free gift from the fruit vendor, preparing to study it, when he saw the way the forest turtle was doing it, and his eyes twitched.

"Isn't something wrong? What happened to scientific farming? Why does this feel like some kind of cultivation-themed farming game where you force the growth of rare and precious resources..."

"Squeak squeak"

Ice Goose ran to Gardevoir's side, gently tugged at its white skirt with its little wings, and tilted its square ice head up, conveying a clear wish: it wanted a unique little house of its own, made of ice.

"Sword, the little penguin wants an igloo."

Gardevoir relayed the message with a smile.

"no problem!"

Zhang Jianying immediately began purchasing training tools from the alliance's authorized website.

Top-tier [Permafrost Cores] and smaller [Ice Makers] – a series of high-quality items specifically designed for breeding Ice-type Pokémon and creating habitats – were quickly ordered.

The goods were quickly delivered by Express Dragon.

Under Gardevoir's precise psychic control, these items were cleverly placed in a well-ventilated and shady room inside the villa.

The permafrost core was activated, emitting a stable and pure chill. The ice-making machine slowly started operating, spitting out delicate and crystalline ice crystals.

Before long, a cozy igloo with a comfortable temperature, abundant ice elements, and walls and some furniture made of translucent ice began to take shape.

The ice goose excitedly ran around inside, the tuft of hair on its ice head swaying happily, clearly very satisfied with its new home.

Meanwhile, Gastly, accompanied by its incredibly curious Pokémon, ventured into the ancient ruins to explore.

They discovered that the bottom layer of the remains and the surrounding slopes were home to families of ground squirrels and pangolins.

As the baby dragon curiously tried to peer into a Diglett burrow, Gastly's Shadow stopped it in time, pointing to the fresh soil at the entrance and the faint rustling sounds coming from inside, shaking its head to indicate that it should not disturb it.

Instead of disturbing the underground inhabitants, they explored higher up the ruins.

Beside a sunny, dilapidated window, they discovered a lively colony of three bees, ruled by a queen bee with an extraordinary aura and a penchant for mischief.

"Hehehe~!" Gastly's eyes lit up, as if it had found a kindred spirit. It flicked its nimble tongue, drawing all sorts of comical trajectories in the air, trying its best to express friendliness.

The Queen Bee scrutinized the two uninvited guests, especially the gaseous purple creature, as she seemed to sense a similar aura emanating from Gastly.

After a unique Haunter-style exchange, the Queen Bee approved of them.

Gastly seized the opportunity to suggest that they could periodically exchange the Trainer's specially made, energy-rich and delicious premium energy cubes for the "Sweet Honey" they brewed.

After a moment's consideration, the Queen Bee found the deal quite worthwhile and readily agreed, even assigning several Tribeca bees as dedicated "liaisons."

……

Zhang Jianying also did not forget Gardevoir's wish.

He personally worked with the forest tortoise to make the existing little garden even tidier and more exquisite.

He carefully pulled out the weeds, while the turtle used its gentle earth-shaking power to help level the land.

The big guys transplanted new flowers, and Potpot slowly crawled over, holding up Professor Oak's Squirtle watering can with its little paws to water the flowers.

Gardevoir then used its psychic powers to draw clear stream water and meticulously created a landscape pool in the garden fountain, where water lilies float.

Soon, a vibrant and tranquil garden, perfect for meditation and relaxation, was born.

Those wild Grass-type Pokémon and Azullie that accepted the Forest Turtle's suggestion would sometimes curiously observe from the edge of the garden, and occasionally help drive away wild Caterpie trying to nibble on the tender leaves.

When the ice goose's special igloo was completed, when the garden was renovated, when the orchard thrived and reached a harmonious consensus with its wild neighbors, and when Gastly successfully opened a stable "sweet trade route," this land truly became full of life and vitality.

The afternoon sun was warm and bright, painting the golden sand and azure sea like a painting.

"To celebrate the initial completion of our new home, let's go for a swim in the sea!"

Zhang Jianying enthusiastically suggested, "Since we don't have any Water-type Pokémon and don't need diving skills, let's just rely on ourselves. Diving without equipment is much more exciting!"

Finally, Zhang Jianying, the energetic Baby Dragon, and Gardevoir dived into the crystal-clear seawater.

Tree turtles and pot-bellied turtles, whose body structure makes it difficult for them to go into the water, choose to stay on the warm beach to enjoy sunbathing.

Gastly, however, showed little interest in the deep sea. It was more interested in continuing to explore the land and ruins around its home, and planning how to further expand its "cooperative business" with the Bee Clan.

……

The underwater world is tranquil and magnificent.

Sunlight streamed through the sea, casting swaying beams of light.

The colorful coral reefs resemble an underwater forest, with various shapes and sizes, where Pokémon such as Ludicolo and Glowfish nimbly dart about.

A group of sun corals slowly open and close on the coral reef, emitting a soft glow.

They carefully avoided the coral reefs, refraining from touching those fragile lives.

Several curious agate jellyfish slowly drifted past Zhang Jianying, their translucent bodies appearing dreamlike in the light.

Gardevoir used its psychic powers to create a soft barrier, preventing everyone from being accidentally touched by the tentacles of the occasionally passing Tentacruel.

At first, the baby dragon was a bit clumsy in paddling, but it had a strong learning ability and soon learned to use its short legs and arms to maintain its balance in the sea, excitedly chasing a group of swimming heart-shaped fish.

Gardevoir's white form drifted in the azure waters, its psychic powers allowing it to move freely. Occasionally, it would even guide Zhang Jianxin to look at the giant tongue shells and starfish hidden in the crevices of the reefs.

Emerging from the water and returning to the warm beach bathed in the golden sunset, the little ones, though slightly tired, beamed with satisfaction and joy.

The forest turtle and the potpot had already prepared snacks made from freshly picked tree fruits and the potpot's special brewed rich juice.

Looking at this world that truly belonged to him and his companions, listening to the melodious calls of wild Pokémon coming from the forest, and watching the water-type Pokémon frolicking near the sea, Zhang Jianying felt a sense of peace and warmth in his heart.

This is not just a house, but a dream that he and his partners have woven together.

In the future, no matter where their journey leads, this place will always be their warmest and most secure home.