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Chapter 100 Lin Dao's Private Message

And so, Hong You also joined the "Save Xiao Jin" operation.

They tried every tree fruit they could find that was supposedly beneficial, but with little effect.

Should they go to the newly established "Pokémon Information Center" in town? The two brothers were a little hesitant. There were many people there, the procedures were complicated, and they heard that they would have to register detailed information about their Pokémon. They didn't want to expose Xiao Jin's special features to others.

The information on the internet is chaotic and confusing, until Hong You accidentally saw a clip of Lin Dao's live stream, which was like seeing a light in the fog.

Lin Dao's professional knowledge, calm attitude, and the way he truly thought from the perspective of Pokémon and ordinary people made him feel that he could trust him.

So he came every night and posted requests for help in the chat, but each time his messages were quickly drowned out, and he could only hope to be selected.

However, for several days in a row, hopes were dashed time and time again.

After tonight's live stream ended, Lin Dao even announced that he would temporarily stop doing live streams.

Hong You's heart sank to the bottom. Looking at the black screen, she felt a deep sense of powerlessness.

Just as he was feeling disheartened and about to shut down his computer, the private message icon associated with the live streaming platform in the lower right corner of the screen suddenly started flashing rapidly, accompanied by the special notification sound he had specially set for Lin Dao's live streaming room!

Hong You was stunned. Her heart skipped a beat and then began to pound violently.

He could hardly believe it; his fingers trembled slightly as he moved the mouse and clicked.

A private message window popped up.

Hello to the friend of "ID Fishing Prince".

[I saw your comments during the live stream these past few days. I'm sorry I didn't win the draw. I've thought about your description of Magikarp jumping around in pain.]

Hong You instantly held her breath, leaned forward, and almost pressed herself against the screen.

Based on your description and considering common bone growth issues in Magikarp, I believe this pain is most likely caused by severe calcium deficiency. Rapid growth periods, unbalanced nutrition, or poor water quality can all trigger this.

Tree berries and special energy cubes can indeed supplement calcium, but for the average family, the consumption is high and the cost is not low.

I suggest you try an alternative: buy the most common human-grade calcium tablets (non-chewable tablets are better) from a pharmacy, crush them into powder, and mix them into its daily food or water.

Pokémon have a high metabolism and absorption rate, especially resilient species like Magikarp. As long as a calcium source is available, absorption will be rapid. Observe carefully; if the pain subsides and activity increases, it indicates the treatment is appropriate. Use a slightly higher dosage initially, reducing it as the condition stabilizes.

Calcium tablets! Hong You's eyes lit up.

This stuff is available in local pharmacies and online; it's not expensive, and we sometimes keep some for our elderly grandparents.

This method sounds like it's feasible!

The story isn't over yet.

If your family is facing severe financial difficulties and cannot afford these expenses (including potential follow-up care), please do not try to manage alone.

You can take a screenshot of our chat history to the Pokémon Culture Communication and Development Group's local aid and consultation offices. They have relevant public welfare support programs, and after approval, they should be able to provide emergency funds. You can search for the group's official contact information and explain your situation.

Finally, Lin Dao left behind a message.

Finally, thank you for your concern and perseverance regarding this Magikarp. It's truly admirable that you're willing to help another life even during such a difficult time. Please have faith; the problem should be solvable. If there are any further developments, please contact me again through this channel.

The information was long, clear, and specific, without any condescending or perfunctory remarks.

It not only provides a diagnosis of the cause of the disease and solutions that are readily available to ordinary people, but also takes into account possible economic difficulties and ways to seek help.

Hong You sat blankly in the chair, reading it three or four times over until every word was imprinted in her mind.

A surge of emotion, a mixture of excitement, gratitude, and relief welled up inside me.

He never expected that after the live broadcast ended, "Teacher Lin," whose presence could be seen on television news and behind national policies, would personally answer the questions of someone as insignificant as him, an ordinary person across the strait.

Just then, the door was gently pushed open.

A boy of about thirteen or fourteen years old slipped in, his clothes covered in grass clippings and mud, but with an excited smile on his face, carefully holding two somewhat shriveled blue tree fruits in his hands.

"Brother! Look, I found two leftover oranges over by the old windbreak today!"

Hong Xiu proudly held up the tree fruit, her eyes sparkling, "Although it's not very fresh, Xiao Jin should be able to eat it—"

His words came to an abrupt halt because he saw that his brother wasn't staring blankly at the black computer screen, but rather staring at the glowing screen, his eyes slightly red.

"Brother? What's wrong?"

Hong You took a deep breath and beckoned her younger brother over: "Xiu, come and see."

Hong Xiu approached the computer with a puzzled look in his eyes. When he saw the text on the screen and the sender's name, his mouth slowly opened wide.

"Lin—Teacher Lin? He...he replied to us?!"

"Yes." Hong You nodded emphatically, pointing to the key paragraph on the screen.

"Teacher Lin said that Xiao Jin is likely calcium deficient. Calcium supplements can be used to treat it."

"Calcium tablets? The kind from the pharmacy?" Hong Xiu was initially bewildered, then overjoyed. "Really? Regular calcium tablets will do? Well, we have some at home! Grandma still has some left from the last time she bought them!"

"Yes, Teacher Lin said that Pokémon have a strong absorption capacity, so you can just crush regular calcium tablets and feed them to them."

Hong You's voice was filled with barely suppressed excitement, "He also said that if my family is having difficulties, I can contact the group he mentioned to apply for assistance—"

The two brothers looked at each other and saw a glimmer of hope in each other's eyes.

It is not too late.

Hong You acted immediately. He first took a full screenshot of Lin Dao's reply and backed it up to his phone and the cloud.

Then, he tiptoed out of the room and found the bottle of calcium tablets that he had prepared for his grandparents in the living room cabinet.

Pour out a few pieces, wrap them in a clean cloth, take them back to your room, and carefully grind them into a fine powder using the bottom of a glass.

Hong Xiuze had already changed into a dark old coat and put the two tree fruits into her pocket.

"Let's go, right now!" Hong Xiu said in a low voice, her eyes filled with urgency.

The two slipped out of their house like thieves, disappearing into the quiet night of the town.

Following the familiar path, they soon arrived at the secluded rocky beach.

Hong Xiu walked to the water's edge, squatted down, cupped her hands around her mouth, and called out in a special, gentle tone: "Xiao Jin—Xiao Jin, come out."

The water remained calm for a few seconds, and then a shadow darker than the night emerged from the water, gradually becoming clearer.

In the hazy moonlight and the faint glow of the distant lighthouse, the scales of the golden carp shimmered with a unique and soft luster.

It swam to the shore, poked its head out, and stared at the two brothers with somewhat dazed eyes, but its body was still unconsciously twisting slightly, as if it were very uncomfortable.