After passing through Viridian Forest, Ash and Misty were getting closer and closer to Pewter City.
At the moment, Ash was cooking lunch for Misty.
He crouched in front of a temporary stone stove, skillfully stir-frying the ingredients in a cast-iron pan with a wooden spatula.
The experience he had gained as a food lover in his previous life had now turned into practiced, fluid movements.
“Wow!
Was this really made with ingredients from the forest?” Misty squatted by the stream, washing the dishes.
Her orange braid swayed with her movements.
“I never imagined berries and wild vegetables could smell this good!”
She held a ceramic bowl and leaned closer.
There were still droplets of water on the tip of her nose, but her eyes were fixed intently on the bubbling mixed rice in the pan.
Pikachu crouched beside the stove, its tail rhythmically tapping the ground.
Eevee lay at Ash’s feet, its watery eyes full of anticipation.
“Five more minutes.” Ash sprinkled a handful of ground spices into the pan, memories from his previous life constantly surfacing in his mind.
When it came to food, the Chinese people had never been careless.
On top of that, the system had strengthened his cooking skills.
At this point, Ash’s culinary ability could be said to have reached the level of a top chef.
This was forest cuisine blended with Chinese flavors.
Before long, the fragrant dish was ready.
“Try it!” Ash handed over a pair of chopsticks, his eyes filled with expectation.
Misty picked up a piece and put it into her mouth.
She was so shocked that she almost bit her tongue.
“It’s… it’s so good!”
On the open space by the stream, the food bowls for the Pokémon were neatly lined up.
Ash crouched in the middle, holding a bowl of carefully prepared Pokémon food.
Each portion had been specially adjusted according to the Pokémon’s type and taste, with finely crushed Rare Candy added in.
As for all the Pokémon’s stats, he had already adjusted them with the cheat function.
At the same time, he had also farmed a full set of TMs and equipped them with the right moves.
“All right, little guys, time to eat!” Ash clapped his hands.
Misty crouched on the other side, watching Feebas happily eat Ash’s special fish food and Energy Cubes.
The scales that had once been dull and lifeless now shone with a gentle luster beneath the sunlight.
The timid little fish from before now actively swam to the surface, patting the water with its tail to act spoiled toward Misty.
Currently, the Pokémon Ash carried were: Pikachu, Eevee, Dratini, Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, Caterpie, and Pidgey.
The Pokémon Misty carried were: Goldeen, Staryu, Starmie, and Feebas.
“Just keep working a little harder, and soon you’ll evolve into Milotic!” Misty gently poked Feebas on the head, her eyes full of warmth.
Suddenly, Caterpie, who was eating, began trembling violently.
Silver-white silk threads spat from its mouth, wrapping around it layer by layer.
The threads grew denser and denser, forming an oval cocoon.
Dazzling light burst from within.
Ash and Misty instinctively raised their hands to shield their eyes.
Pikachu cried out in surprise, “Pika!” The other Pokémon also stopped eating and gathered around.
The light gradually faded, and a green Metapod appeared where Caterpie had been.
Metapod lightly shook its body, making a soft cracking sound.
“Caterpie evolved into Metapod!” Ash’s eyes were filled with joy.
Misty had a faint smile on her face.
“Looks like your special food really helped a lot.”
Even though she said that, her feet unconsciously took several steps back.
Her body leaned slightly away as well, always keeping a certain distance from Metapod. Read this novel at g.com for the best experience.
Ash sighed helplessly.
Looking at Misty’s cautious appearance, he understood that her fear of bugs was still deeply rooted.
“Sigh.
Looks like Misty still can’t overcome her weakness when it comes to Bug-types,” he thought silently, though his face still carried a gentle smile.
“All right, let’s keep eating.” Ash gently touched Metapod’s hard shell and spoke softly.
Feeling its Trainer’s reassurance, Metapod lightly swayed its body.
The air by the stream was still filled with the aroma of food, and the two of them enjoyed a warm, peaceful lunchtime.
Suddenly, a voice came from nearby.
“Are you also a Trainer from Pallet Town?”
Ash and Misty looked in the direction of the voice at the same time and saw a young man wearing samurai armor walking toward them.
“That’s right.
May I ask what you need?” Ash narrowed his eyes slightly, a polite smile appearing on his face.
“I challenge you!” The boy stopped in front of Ash, arms crossed over his chest.
His armor made a faint clinking sound.
“Sure, no problem.” The corner of Ash’s mouth lifted slightly, and a trace of excitement flashed through his eyes.
Of course he would not refuse an “experience pack” that delivered itself to his door.
This was a good chance to improve both himself and his Pokémon.
Standing nearby, Misty looked at Ash with some concern and whispered, “Ash, be careful.”
Ash turned his head and gave her a reassuring smile.
“Don’t worry.
I’ll win.”
The two of them moved to the open space by the stream.
Afternoon sunlight fell over them, adding a hint of tension to the battle that was about to begin.
The samurai boy threw out his Poké Ball without hesitation.
“Come out, Pinsir!”
With a flash of red light, a Pinsir appeared before everyone.
The huge pincers on its head opened and closed with loud cracking sounds.
“Pidgey, fight for me!” Ash’s gaze was firm.
With a wave of his hand, he called over Pidgey, who had been eating nearby.
Pidgey flapped its wings and quickly flew in front of Ash.
The samurai boy looked at Pidgey, the corner of his mouth lifting into a disdainful smile.
“Hmph.
You think a mere Pidgey can defeat my Pinsir?
How arrogant.
Pinsir, grab it!”
The moment he finished speaking, Pinsir charged toward Pidgey, swinging its massive pincers.
“Pidgey, take to the air!” Ash shouted.
Pidgey rapidly beat its wings and flew lightly upward, dodging Pinsir’s attack.
Pinsir missed, and its body slammed heavily into the ground, kicking up a cloud of dust.
“Pidgey!
Use Gust!” Ash seized the opportunity and gave the command decisively.
Pidgey’s wings beat rapidly, sending a powerful current of air surging from between them toward Pinsir.
Pinsir was struck by Gust and staggered a few times, but it quickly steadied itself.
It roared angrily, once again swinging its pincers as it charged toward Pidgey in the air.
“Pidgey, Air Slash.” Ash’s eyes were sharp as he gave the command without hesitation.
Pidgey’s spirit surged.
It flapped its wings with all its strength, and sharp blades of wind shot forward with a whistling sound, flying toward Pinsir like cutting blades.
The wind blades flashed coldly in the sunlight, carrying a fierce momentum.
Pinsir tried to block them with its tough shell, but under the relentless attacks of Air Slash, wounds soon appeared across its body.
Flying-type moves were far too effective against it.
It struggled with all its might, but the wind blades were too dense.
In the end, it could no longer hold on and fell to the ground with a thud, losing its ability to battle.
“Pinsir!” The samurai boy looked anxious and quickly recalled Pinsir with a pained expression.
“Pidgey!”
At that moment, Pidgey let out a high-pitched cry.
Immediately after, a dazzling blue light spread from its body, instantly enveloping it completely.
As the light flashed, Pidgey’s body began to grow larger.
Its once-small frame became stronger and more agile.
Its wings continued to grow, becoming broad and powerful.
Every feather shone with a glossy sheen, and the feathers on its head lengthened as well, extending smoothly down its back.
“Pidgey evolved!” Misty stood nearby, jumping up in excitement.
Her hands clenched tightly into fists, and her face was filled with a joyful smile.
“Pidgeot—”
As the light gradually faded, a majestic Pidgeotto appeared before everyone.
It proudly raised its head, its gaze sharp and confident.
It spread its wings and let out a clear cry, announcing its rebirth.
“It evolved?” The samurai boy frowned tightly, a trace of surprise appearing in his eyes as he stared at the newly transformed Pidgeotto.
Looking at the Pidgeotto in front of him, then thinking of the Pokémon he had planned to send out next—Metapod—he suddenly felt helpless.
“I admit defeat.” The samurai boy straightened his back.
Although there was unwillingness in his eyes, there was also a trace of acceptance.
After saying that, he turned and left.
“Congratulations, host, on your victory.
You have obtained 10,000 points.”
Ash watched the samurai boy leave, then looked down at the Pidgeotto standing beside him.
His heart was filled with joy and anticipation.
He opened the scanner and checked its data.
[Pokémon: Pidgeotto]
[Gender: Male]
[Type: Flying, Normal]
[Introduction: The Bird Pokémon and the evolved form of Pidgey.
It has extraordinary stamina and a wide flying range, often flying far away in search of food.]
[Base Stat Total: 349]
[Ability: Keen Eye — Thanks to its sharp eyes, its accuracy cannot be lowered.]
[Hidden Ability: Big Pecks — Protects it from Defense-lowering effects.]
[Current Strength: Gym Level]
[Potential: Elite Four Level]
[Moves: Tackle; Sand Attack; Gust; Quick Attack; Whirlwind; Fly; Double Team; Protect; Rest; Air Slash; Wing Attack; Steel Wing; Brave Bird; Sky Attack]
[Status: Healthy]
“Congratulations, Pidgeotto.” Ash’s face was full of pride as he stroked Pidgeotto’s head.
Pidgeotto cried happily and rubbed its head against Ash’s palm.
“Congratulations, Ash,” Misty said as well, offering her blessing.
Everyone returned to the stream and continued enjoying lunch.