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Chapter 232 Starting Today, I'll Be a National Treasure

The so-called monster and dragon Pokémon refer to Pokémon whose eggs are monsters and dragons.

Monster-type Pokémon are easy to understand; they are Pokémon that look like monsters or have a wilder personality, for example:

Kangaskhan, Charizard, Tyranitar, Aggron, Nidoking, Ice Giant, Garchomp...

Their most distinctive feature is their resemblance to the monsters and reptiles in Ange's previous tokusatsu films.

Generally speaking, monster packs are most easily confused with land packs.

However, the Ground Group refers to Pokémon that live on land, and it is the largest group of Pokémon, including:

Deer, Ninetales, Eevee, Giratina, Lucario, Inteleon, Excadrill, Krookodile...

It is easy to see that they all have strong characteristics of common mammals and reptiles.

Of course, some Pokémon possess both Field and Monster types, such as Nidoking (mentioned earlier), Rhyhorn, Ampharos, and Exploud...

As for dragon-type Pokémon, they are relatively more complicated.

Simply put, Dragon Pokémon are Pokémon that look like dragons or possess dragon-like characteristics, such as:

Salamence, Charizard, Arbok, Hydreigon, Seadra, Goodra...

The prototypes of these Pokémon are mostly based on legendary dragons and creatures related to dragons (lizards, seahorses, snakes, etc.).

Of course, there are exceptions. For example, the prototype of the Tanabata Bird is a bird, but it still has dragon attributes.

Magikarp and Feebas are based on fish, but dragons are naturally found in their eggs, probably because their evolved forms are related to the legendary dragon.

Dragon Pokémon doesn't just refer to Pokémon with the Dragon type, such as Kommo-o, Dragonite, Toxapex, Haxorus, and Reddra...

It also refers to Pokémon that don't have a dragon type but whose eggs contain dragons, such as Charizard, Sceptile, Seviper, Arbok, Milotic, Bandicoot, Seadra, Gyarados, Umbreon, Salazzle, and Sand Python...

There is one very special exception: the electric dragon.

The electric dragon has "dragon" in its name, looks like a dragon, and even gains the dragon attribute after its mega-evolution, but it is not a dragon.

Its egg group consists of monsters and land creatures. Mega Evolution can change its attributes, but it cannot change its egg group.

The dragon genes within them are only temporarily activated under the influence of super evolution; they are not present under normal circumstances.

Pokémon like Charizard, although they do not possess the Dragon type, have the Dragon gene within them, thus they are considered dragons.

Fortunately, there were monster eggs around, and the mushroom concoction that Anjie had just made was just as effective against the electric dragon.

Of course, there are some exceptions to the rule, such as the Electric Dragon. They have "dragon" in their names and look like dragons, but they are not dragons. For example:

Fossilized pterosaur, clown dragon, duckbill fire dragon, dragonhead ground squirrel, earth dragon brother, city dammer dragon...

In short, the knowledge about Pokémon is very complex and cannot be explained in just a few words.

After preparing the Hundred Mushroom Delight, An Jie put some of it into his own system inventory, had his apprentices put some into their system inventory, and put the rest into the kitchen at home.

Next, we'll make the spicy mushroom sauce.

First, prepare all the ingredients: mushrooms (including shiitake and sword-shaped mushrooms), chili seeds, scallions, ginger, garlic, pork tenderloin, broad bean paste, xiangqi sauce, cilantro, Sichuan peppercorns, etc.

Pork tenderloin and cilantro are optional.

You can substitute other meats for the tenderloin, such as beef.

The purpose of cilantro is to enhance the aroma. If you don't like the taste of cilantro, it's okay not to add it.

Angel and most of the Pokémon in his house like cilantro, so he chose to add it.

However, he also plans to make some without cilantro.

After adjusting the materials using waveguides, Anjie and his apprentices got busy.

First, cut the pork tenderloin into small cubes. Then, heat oil in a wok and stir-fry the meat with scallions, ginger, garlic, and Sichuan peppercorns until fragrant.

Next, chop the sword-shaped mushrooms and shadow mushrooms, put them in the pot in a 1:1 ratio, then add the crushed chili seeds and stir-fry until the mushrooms and chilies release water and soften.

Next comes seasoning. Add an appropriate amount of fermented bean paste and sesame sauce to the pot, then simmer over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.

During this time, you can add other seasonings according to your personal taste.

Once the sauce has reduced to the desired consistency, add chopped cilantro, stir-fry evenly, and then turn off the heat.

The aroma filling the air made the Pokémon swallow hard. They couldn't even imagine how delicious it would be to have some of this mushroom sauce with their meals!

Seeing everyone drooling, Anjie said with a smile, "How about we have noodles with soybean paste tonight, and we'll eat it with this mushroom sauce!"

"Gang~~"

"Indeed~"

"Geng~~"

……

The Pokémon cheered immediately upon hearing this.

Anjie pinched the little Munchlax's cheek and said, "It's getting late, let's hurry up and get to work, otherwise we won't finish today!"

Upon hearing this, the apprentices immediately began to work diligently, making the spicy mushroom sauce according to their master's instructions.

As time went on, a large quantity of mushroom sauce was produced, some of which produced special effects.

Some of them were helped by Angel, while others were helped by Lucario and Riolu.

Because of the blessing of the "divine hand," Anjie's skills have become even more proficient, so most of the mushroom sauces with special effects are made by him.

A small number come from Lucario, and a very small number come from Riolu.

"Spicy Mushroom Sauce: A delicious seasoning loved by Pokémon. Long-term consumption can slowly increase a Pokémon's speed and strengthen its physique."

Seeing this effect, An Jie's eyes lit up—a double effect! And unlike Bai Gu Xian, it didn't have any prerequisites for taking effect!

After the mushroom sauce cooled down, Anjie put some of it, like the Hundred Mushroom Sauce, into his system inventory, gave some to his three apprentices, and finally put the rest in his kitchen.

Anja gave all the items without special effects to Gengar so it could use them in the noodle shop, while all the items with special effects were given to the family.

As evening approached, the Pokémon gradually returned from their work, and it was time for Gengar to head to the Royal City to prepare for work.

That evening, as promised to the Pokémon, Anjai made Zhajiangmian (noodles with soybean paste), paired with the spicy mushroom sauce she had just made that afternoon. The Pokémon ate it with great joy and satisfaction.

When Riolu first came to Angel's house, it tasted delicious food for the first time, which planted a seed of a chef in its heart.

It silently vowed in its heart that it would one day become like Anjie and be able to make such delicious food.

The following day at noon, after closing the shop, Ange brought Tianxi to the palace as agreed.

When the palace guards saw him, they bowed to him very respectfully and let him pass.

Following Ji Meiya's instructions over the phone, Anjie arrived at a laboratory.

When he and Tian arrived at the laboratory entrance, Ji Meiya was already anxiously waiting there.

"Your Highness!" Ji Meiya waved excitedly at An Jie.

Moreover, standing next to her were Edward, who also looked anxious, and a group of royal research personnel.

Azot's achievement of energy freedom is so important that Edward, as the king of a country, could not possibly not show up.

Upon seeing Angie, Edward's face immediately lit up with delight. He couldn't wait any longer, so he quickly stepped forward to greet her. His round belly swayed with his movements, which was quite amusing.

"Hehe~~" Tianxi couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh out loud.

"Tianxi!" Ange glared at Tianxi.

Edward is our junior, how can we laugh at him?

Diancie and Ange were of one mind; Diancie understood the meaning in Ange's eyes and immediately stopped smiling.

"Your Highness, you've finally arrived!" Edward said, slightly out of breath as he ran up to Angie.

Anjie laughed and said, "I'm not late, what's the rush?"

"How could I not be anxious about something this big?" Edward said.

"Okay, let's hurry up then." Angie understood Edward's feelings.

"Great! Great!" Edward said happily.

Upon reaching the laboratory entrance, a group of researchers bowed to Anjie, and then, surrounded by them, Anjie and Tianxi entered the laboratory.

Led by the researchers, An Jie and his team arrived at a spacious and empty room.

The room was filled with various instruments, giving it a high-tech feel.

"Then let's begin!" Anjie said.

"Your Highness, please!" said the chief physician of the royal family.

After Ange nodded, he exchanged a glance with Diancie, who then stepped forward and completed her Mega Evolution to everyone's astonishment.

This was Edward's first time seeing the Mega-Evolved Diancie, and he said excitedly:

"Is this Super Diancie? Beautiful! So beautiful!"

There are few descriptions of Diancie in royal ancient books, and there is absolutely no record of Super Diancie.

The other researchers also looked at Super Diancie with astonishment.

"This shimmering brilliance is simply the most beautiful thing in the world."

The royal chief doctor, a middle-aged man with slightly graying hair, spoke while taking pictures of this precious scene.

After everyone finished exclaiming in amazement, Diancie officially began her work. She stretched out her hands forward, and a large amount of Rock and Fairy-type energy gathered in the laboratory.

A huge pink diamond is rapidly taking shape in mid-air.

Compared to before, Diancie is now much stronger, with a deeper understanding and greater control over fairy auras, making the creation of sacred diamonds a breeze for her.

As the sacred diamond took shape, a researcher looked at the instrument before him and exclaimed excitedly:

"The energy is rising rapidly, it's incredible, absolutely incredible!"

On the screen in front of him, a red bar was rapidly climbing.

Once the sacred diamond was fully formed, the bar chart suddenly climbed to its peak.

Clearly, the energy contained in the sacred diamond has exceeded the detection limit of the instrument.

The researchers shouted excitedly, "Energy overload! Energy overload! Great!"

With so much energy, Azot's energy crisis may really be over!

After the Holy Diamond was fully formed, it was controlled by Himeya's Gardevoir and slowly flew into the middle of two specially made rings, with the two pointed ends of the diamond facing the two rings.

Amazingly, the sacred diamond floated in the middle of the ring.

A group of researchers gathered around the sacred diamond, their eyes filled with amazement.

"Is this the sacred diamond Your Highness spoke of?"

"It's so beautiful! It's the most beautiful diamond I've ever seen!"

One of the researchers shook his head and said, "No, this is not just a diamond, it's a massive energy source, it's a miracle!"

The other researchers nodded in agreement.

At this moment, Edward stepped forward and asked, "My esteemed ministers, are you confident that you can develop an energy conversion device?"

One of the researchers, upon hearing this, confidently stated:

"Your Majesty, please rest assured. Our Azot is the birthplace of the world's mysterious sciences. If we couldn't even research a small energy conversion device, it would be a laughing stock!"

The other researchers nodded in agreement.

Upon hearing this, Edward excitedly replied, "Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! Then I entrust this matter entirely to my esteemed ministers!"

"Your Majesty, rest assured, we will do our utmost!" the researchers assured in unison.

Edward's face lit up with a wide smile.

Energy! Azot is about to achieve energy freedom!

After offering a few words of encouragement to the researchers, Edward walked over to Ange and said, "Thanks to Your Highness, I don't know how to thank you enough!"

He's been racking his brains trying to figure out the energy problem lately.

Anjie smiled and said, "I am, after all, an elder of the royal family. How could I not lend a hand when you younger generation are in trouble?"

"Yes, yes, yes!" Edward nodded excitedly. "You are the oldest and most distinguished person in our royal family."

Originally, Anja was only the most prestigious person in the royal family in name, but now she truly deserves that title.

"Your Highness, you and Lady Diancie will be national treasures of our Kingdom of Azot from now on!" Edward said excitedly.

Edward now sincerely hopes that His Highness can live with Diancie forever.

An Jie said, both amused and exasperated, "National treasure...you're exaggerating too much."

Edward immediately put on a stern face and said, "I'm not exaggerating at all. In the future, the energy of the entire country will depend on you and Lord Diancie. What else would you be but a national treasure?"

Do I need to emphasize the importance of energy to a country?

"Yes, Father makes a lot of sense," Ji Meiya nodded.

Anjie: ...

He really couldn't refute it; energy is indeed of paramount importance to a country's development.

Diancie asked the crowd shyly, "Am I a national treasure?"

"That's right, our Lady Diancie is a genuine national treasure, the most precious national treasure," Himeya said with a smile.

"Hmm~ Hmm~" Edward nodded in agreement as if it were the most natural thing in the world.

"I am a national treasure! I am a national treasure!" Upon hearing this, Diancie's face lit up with joy, clearly delighted to be called a national treasure.

"You!" Anjie tapped Tianxi's forehead helplessly.

Anjie, Edward, and Ji Meiya stayed in the lab for a while longer, and seeing the researchers working enthusiastically, they left.

(End of this chapter)