Bottom-tier trainers in the Pokémon world

Bounty: 40 million Alliance Coins.

"You said you don't like fighting, but you're actually hiding your strength, right? That Megalodon was quite strong, and we got to the deck very quickly, in just a few dozen seconds. But judging from the result, it didn't even take you that long to defeat that Megalodon."

"And you have a strong understanding of tactics; you're definitely more than just a tactical analyst. I'm sure our captain will 'like' you and 'pamper' you." Gerwin said confidently.

The emphasis on those words made Xia Yan feel a little strange.

But what about becoming a pirate?

"Sorry, not interested."

This is the world of elves, not the world of One Piece. Did we wander into the wrong movie set?

Xia Yan couldn't help but have doubts.

Chapter Twelve Cooperation

Gelwin blinked.

Xia Yan's decisiveness exceeded her expectations.

"Why not consider it? The benefits on our ship are excellent. Every time we harvest treasure or supplies, the captain will distribute them reasonably according to rank and ability. Even an ordinary sailor can earn at least 40,000 to 50,000 Alliance Coins a month."

Salary?

Are you pirates or just working?

"Don't worry, we are not vicious pirates. We have never plundered villages or attacked ships. At most... at most, we will give some appropriate counterattacks when the alliance besieges us."

Xia Yan raised an eyebrow.

If what Gelwin said is true, then this group of pirates can truly be considered "the conscience of the industry".

"Moreover, most of the people on our ship are girls. With your looks and temperament, you will definitely be very popular."

As he spoke, Gelvin leaned closer to Xia Yan and whispered, "Let me tell you another secret, our captain is a stunning beauty, you know. She's a little older, but she's absolutely gorgeous. The important thing is..."

After a slight pause, Gerwin raised his eyebrows.

"unmarried."

Xia Yan: "..."

He felt that this person didn't seem to be trying to get him on board, but rather like a pimp.

"Well, let's talk about the attack."

Becoming a pirate is out of the question.

If you want to join an organization, why not join Team Rocket or something?

They have more resources, and both are hostile to the alliance, so there's no need to go the long way around.

Gerwin curled his lip.

She genuinely thought Xia Yan was quite capable, good-looking, and even more tactically skilled. She thought he might be able to join the ship as a strategist, or even perhaps stir up some romantic feelings in her incredibly picky, older "leftover woman" captain.

“These megalodons were deliberately attracted here,” Gwen said, though.

"Deliberately attracting?"

"Some pirate groups have this ability. For example, the Black King's crew, one of the Three Kings, the Caesar King's crew, and the Crimson Star crew of the Five Stars seem to have this method as well. I don't know the specifics, but it is indeed a common tactic used by some pirates."

After listening to Gelwin's words, Xia Yan lowered his eyes and pondered for a moment before asking, "To test the ship's defensive capabilities?"

“Clever.” Gerwin snapped his fingers.

Talking to smart people is simple.

First, lure some wild elves to attack the ship to test its defenses and determine whether it is capable of being attacked.

This method was not uncommon for Golwin, who was also a pirate.

So what was the result?

"As a luxury cruise ship, the St. Anne's security is naturally quite strong. There are probably quite a few powerful figures hiding inside, don't you think?" As she spoke, she glanced at Xia Yan with a meaningful look.

At least in Gerwin's view, Xia Yan is very likely a "master" who is hiding his true strength.

This can be seen in her tactical skills, which far exceeded hers, and her swift resolution of the Megalodon incident.

Xia Yan did not respond to Gelwin's intentional or unintentional hints.

After thinking about it for a moment, Xia Yan also felt that her words made sense.

If the St. Annes were so easily captured, it would probably have been looted long ago.

Therefore, we must trust the alliance.

Since it wasn't a big deal, Xia Yan felt a little relieved.

Thank you for letting me know.

Gerwin's eyes widened as he understood the implication in Xia Yan's words that he should "see the guest out."

"Seriously? I told you such important information, and you're just going to kick me out after a simple 'thank you'?"

Xia Yan rubbed his temples.

"So what else do you want?"

“Hmm…” Gerwin hesitated.

Then he stated his purpose.

"Help me win this cruise ship race!"

"Help you? I didn't participate in the competition. You should go find your opponent." Xia Yan was speechless.

He's neither the organizer nor the referee, so how can he influence the outcome of the match?

“What I mean is, help me analyze my opponent and give me some tactical advice,” Gerwin explained.

That made Xia Yan understand.

"And the compensation?"

Gerwin's eyes widened.

"Didn't I already give you an advance?"

“But I remember you still have at least three more rounds to win the championship.” Xia Yan spread his hands.

He is very fair.

One piece of intelligence is exchanged for one tactical analysis.

That makes perfect sense.

Gerwin's high, firm chest heaved violently.

After a long pause, he said quietly, "Here's the bonus, but I only want that thing."

The resentment in his eyes.

"Things?" Xia Yan stroked his chin.

He remembered that in addition to the prize money of 300,000 Alliance Coins, the champion's reward also included a sea chart.

That's why Xia Yan wasn't very interested in the match.

But now it seems that the nautical chart is the real prize.

Seeing Xia Yan's hesitant look, Gerwin said irritably, "That thing is useless to you; it's a treasure map of the sea."

"Of course, if you'd like to join us, then never mind."

"So, you boarded the ship for that nautical chart? A treasure map?"

"That's part of the reason. But as compensation, I can give you our captain's contact information," he said, raising his eyebrows.

The treasure map at sea was indeed of little use to Xia Yan.

He wasn't a pirate, nor could he possibly go out on his own to search for treasure that might not even exist.

As for contact information...

"Well, forget about the contact information, but the bonus is fine."

Xia Yan nodded and agreed to the deal.

If you can get a bonus of 300,000 Alliance Coins without putting in any effort, that seems pretty good.

Gerwin gave him a deep look.

'I wonder what the captain's reaction would be if he knew how unpopular she was...'

"Before that, you need to let me know what Pokémon you have, what your strength is, what moves you have mastered, and some basic information about your next opponent."

"To the training room?"

"it is good."

The two stood up.

Leaving the room, we walked through the complicated corridors and arrived at the training area at the stern of the ship.

Under Gerwin's resentful gaze, he paid two thousand Alliance coins for a small training ground for two hours.

After entering.

Gelwin then threw out two Poké Balls.

Accompanied by a red light, two spirits were summoned.

It has a round, pink body, cat-like ears, big sky-blue eyes, short limbs, and a tuft of curly fur on its head.

Normal-type Pokémon, Jigglypuff!

It has two tall, pink ears, an oval-shaped blue and white body, several white spherical patterns of varying sizes on its abdomen, a white lower body, and a black, curved tail with a blue sphere attached to the end.

Water-type spirit Marill!

Xia Yan's lips twitched as he looked at Gelwyn's two elves.

Who said that cute Pokémon don't perform well in actual battles?