Chapter 289

"I never imagined such a fruit actually existed!"

The Enigma Berry itself is a placeholder berry. It was originally one of the several types of berries used to make Pokéblocks. After being transferred from the Hoenn region to the Sinnoh region, it became a special fruit because the system could not identify it; in essence, it is no different from a Wonder Card item.

However, what is interesting is that this type of berry has actually been carried by some event Pokémon. In other words, compared to a Wonder Card, the Enigma Berry truly has the "foundational conditions" for existence.

"I remember, most of those who carry this kind of berry are..."

"Darkrai!"

According to Fana, this kind of berry seems very easy to find; there are piles of them in certain forests. For Pokémon, this ultra-small berry is equivalent to a "snack," and its flavor is like a "berry blind box."

"The flavor of this thing is super spicy!" Fana recalled her cooking experience: "It's much spicier than ordinary berries. If you put this fruit into a dish while cooking, it will ruin the entire meal. But for people who like spicy food, it's actually quite a good ingredient."

"However, my master can accept any flavor. He actually likes eating them quite a bit, and since this berry is very easy to pick, he bought a ton from Breeders!"

"You can take more if you want."

Fana waved her hand. Being able to get two Golden Acorns and special rock salt was already a great deal. Who knows, maybe the golden acorns will grow into golden oak trees.

Coincidentally, Guang Tai had also thought about this aspect.

If he let Torterra carry them, perhaps the small tree on its back could also grow the same golden acorns. If he looked at it that way, by autumn, Torterra's back would be laden with fruit.

Lost Clovers, Revival Herbs, Micle Berries... various special herbs swayed on its back, while the sacred White Tree bore abundant fruits of all kinds, which could be produced and harvested at any time.

With Torterra, life became colorful and diverse.

"The trade has been happily completed! Thank you very much!"

"Let's register as friends. If you have any special ingredients in the future, you can contact me!"

Both sides were delighted; Fana felt she had unearthed a legendary ingredient, and Guang Tai felt the same!

Leaving the food truck, Route 5 was still long. The performers were in the middle of an excited performance; defeating the musician here would earn one the special musical prop "Electric Guitar."

"Being able to fill others' faces with smiles is a very powerful talent. That's right! Pokémon are very amazing because they can fill your faces with smiles!"

"Oh, you are also a guitar enthusiast... No! That thing is not a guitar."

"Hey, hey! Isn't that a ukulele!"

"A true musician wouldn't mistake a guitar for a bass, and the same goes for a ukulele!"

The street musician George stylishly combed his hair. Upon seeing the ukulele hanging on Guang Tai, he immediately walked over.

"Oh, you have a good eye, don't you? This is a super amazing ukulele." Guang Tai stroked his chin.

No bass jokes today.

"How about we have a battle!"

"If I win, how about you play a duet with me? Although I recognize this instrument, this is the first time I've met a musician who can play the ukulele!"

"Some battles are love at first sight. Will a battle with you be like that?"

Although musicians rarely participate in battles, George the street performer was an exception. However... his battle level was mostly for show, and his actual combat strength was not high.

"Hey! Aren't you that genius artist!"

"I went to Castelia City to see that art exhibition before! The Larvesta piece was truly impressive! That's right, it's you! I won't mistake you! You were even on the TV news."

An old artist wearing a beret and carrying a drawing board suddenly recognized Guang Tai. He even opened a group chat, found Guang Tai's ID in the art group, and sent a message.

"Artist Jonathan... Ah! You are that famous artist with the joyful style!"

Guang Tai also immediately remembered. Among the artist's powers he obtained from the gallery, the one ranked first was this old man before him!

A joyful art style makes people feel relaxed, and he gained incredible power from this artist!

"Wahahaha! What a coincidence to meet here! Oh, are you going to have a musical battle with George? This is truly wonderful."

"By the way, that Larvesta in the painting... do you really have it? If you do, how about using it for the battle!"

Jonathan wanted to see that Larvesta like a star-struck fan. He had heard from Burgh that Guang Tai claimed to own a Larvesta.

Then there was no doubt!

That Larvesta was the prototype for the Pokémon in the painting!

"Of course!" Guang Tai threw out a Dream Ball. Red light flashed, and Larvesta wiggled twice, then raised its head to look at Jonathan before it.

It had heard clearly while inside the ball—something about art, something about... ugh! In short, they just wanted to see its heroic posture!

Fine!

Larvesta puffed out its chest, and its five antennae shot out bright solar flames!

Then let me show you what I look like!

"Whoa! It's too bright, I can't see anything, my eyes!"

The old artist covered his eyes directly.

Larvesta: "..."

"Mera!"

How annoying, they aren't even willing to look straight at me, and they wanted to admire my beauty!

Hmph!

In order for you to clearly understand my heroic posture, I'll turn down the brightness!

Larvesta dimmed its flames, and the old artist's squinting eyes finally recovered. He then touched Larvesta with great excitement:

"Oh, oh, oh! Is this that Larvesta! The flash just now was truly amazing, the Primal Fire... the Pokémon that brought light and heat and lit the first beam of light for ancient Unova!"

"Oh, is that the 'Larvesta' that appeared on the TV program from the Castelia Gallery? It's a famous Pokémon!"

The performers on Route 5 and other Pokémon gathered around, giving thumbs up one after another. As people in the art industry, although they might not be painters, art has commonalities.

So they had all watched that TV broadcast to some extent.

"What a good bug!"

"The white fluff is so beautiful!"

"The firelight is also superb!"

"The curve of the red antennae is just right!"

"The antennae are cute!"

Those Pokémon who aspired to be excellent performers clapped their hands excitedly!

A "famous Pokémon" of the Pokémon world!

Being chosen as a model for art painting shows its power is very strong. We are all your fans, can you show us a few tricks?

Larvesta blinked its eyes and thought for a moment.

Mera!

It raised its forehead, spat a mouthful of flames, and its five antennae swayed. Those flames began to twist and deform in mid-air, performing a painting!

That was the flame control technique taught to it by Volcarona, used to draw pictures of the ancient city.

"Flame painting?!"

"This is the first time I've seen such amazing flame control skills."

This time, the surprised ones were the surrounding Pokémon Trainers, while the Pokémon clapped even more enthusiastically!

They just felt it was so interesting and so fun!

As expected of the chosen Larvesta, it really is amazing and has a unique special skill.

Under the twisting of the flames, the picture was not just static; it could even change its form and move vividly, truly achieving the use of flames to draw animation.

The exquisite fire-control technique conquered the artists, and George became even more excited. His inspiration suddenly burst forth, and he began to play the guitar.

A beautiful and joyful melody spread from the guitar, echoing all around. Dancers spun and danced happily on the spot, Pokémon bobbed their heads as if singing along, and the artist tapped his feet to the beat, recording the scene before him.

Even Guang Tai naturally joined in this duet. The joyful atmosphere infected the surrounding passersby. When the music ended, the dancers stopped, and extremely enthusiastic applause erupted all around.

"The street performances on Route 5 are truly a specialty of Unova!"

"I love those Pokémon, and that Larvesta!"

People's moods became happy; sadness and pain all dissipated, leaving only comfort and joy!

Musician George also gave a thumbs up:

"This was truly the best performance ever! As for the battle, let's forget it. Meeting you made my instrument burst with powerful energy! The sound of the ukulele is also so joyful. Is this the legendary exotic instrument!"

"When I played with you, I felt like my body was being electrified, inspiration kept pouring out, and the rhythm was controlled with precision and excellence! My state has never been this good! Thank you!"

"Also thank you to Larvesta! Let's call that song just now 'Song of Larvesta'! Woo-hoo! Joy lasts forever!"

【Obtained Knowledge: Joyful Melody.】

【Description: A joyful melody can influence people's hearts, making people forget worries and panic. Music has immense power! Your music's joyfulness +100%, pleasure +50%. It can influence people's souls and make them forget sorrows and worries!】

"I am so happy, and I'll give this to you too. As a witness to our friendship, please accept it!"

George took an electric guitar out of the package on the ground.

However, the model and size were small.

【Item: Electric Guitar!】

【Description: A special musical prop. The electric guitar is a product of modern science and technology. From its appearance to its sound, it is significantly different from a traditional guitar. It has strong expressive power. If a Pokémon carries it, it will surprise people, and it can play beautiful melodies! One day, everyone in the world will hear this music!】

【Can significantly strengthen your musical control!】

【Effect: Expressiveness +50%, Beautiful Sound +50%, Coolness +50%! Combining it with a ukulele or bass will produce special effects.】

【Note: Some particularly excellent guitarists in a band are known as "Guitar Heroes"!】

Oh, he got an electric guitar!

Now he can pretend to be a guitar hero.

Speaking of which, the remaining one is the bass. Isn't Roxie from the Virbank City Gym a bassist? But she should still just be a band girl right now.

"I have already memorized the scene just now! This will become the best joyful-style work!"

Jonathan was also very happy. He set up his drawing board, picked up his brush, and prepared his palette, ready to start creating at any time!

"How do you like the title 'The God Who Stole Joy' for such a work?"

Jonathan laughed heartily, his beard trembling, and teased Larvesta again. Larvesta's head lit up, and it raised its little hands, flashing like a lightbulb!

The bug thought this was great!

From now on, the bug is also an artist!

"Do you want to be an artist?" Guang Tai asked Larvesta, and the latter nodded repeatedly, because it was very fun!

"You can actually understand Pokémon?" Jonathan stroked his beard: "As expected of someone who can paint super works. If you can communicate with Pokémon's hearts, you can paint the most excellent works!"

"My Sigilyph and I also share a heart! I met it somewhere before, and the patterns on its body gave me great inspiration. That's how we got to know each other and became friends!"

A Sigilyph followed Jonathan. This Sigilyph danced in mid-air, looking very comical.

Its nature is... Lax!

"Do you have any plans to paint any new works recently?"

Facing the enthusiastic inquiry of the old man Jonathan, Guang Tai replied: "I am still on a journey, and I don't have any thoughts of painting new works for the time being."

"However, I might continue painting after I finish being busy."

Jonathan nodded: "Painting is the happiest time. If you are busy, you can't paint anything! Good! Go on your journey and find inspiration to your heart's content! And next time you paint a new work, I will be the first to watch it!"

【Obtained Knowledge: Happy Painting.】

【Description: Painting insights from the artist Jonathan. Happy colors can make people joyful, and a happy mood can also paint works that make people laugh. Your work's joyfulness +100%, love +50%. It can mobilize the positive emotions of life!】

"Larvesta, you keep it up too!"

Jonathan waved at Larvesta.

"Mera (I will keep it up!)!"

Larvesta also waved its little hand, indicating it understood!

【Larvesta obtained knowledge: Joyful Flame Artist.】

【Description: Flames possess vitality. When they turn into dynamic images, they make people happy and laugh, and they make people and Pokémon focus, becoming able to appreciate beautiful things. Injecting flames into things like pottery can also allow joyful emotions to be transmitted, mobilizing the emotions of surrounding life.】

【Appreciation +50%, Artistry +50%, Joyfulness +100%.】

【Note: This is special knowledge obtained after Larvesta hosted the Route 5 grand ensemble!】

"Look!" Jonathan pointed ahead, and the red bridge began to descend!

"The Driftveil Drawbridge has been lowered! The one controlling that drawbridge is Clay. When a ship passes, the drawbridge will rise and fall, and the ship's sailing schedule is also decided by Clay."

"Now you can pass through that drawbridge. Ahead is Driftveil City!"

The red Charizard Bridge, also called the Driftveil Drawbridge; after crossing it, one can reach Driftveil City.

That is a city with magical background music.

Moreover, it also has an important chapel.

In Black and White, some people from the Spirit Realm appeared in that chapel, and some were people who entered the Spirit Realm from the real world and became lost.

And in Black and White 2, these people all disappeared, and it became a Pokémon House opened by Rod here to help Pokémon separated from their masters.

Bidding farewell to the enthusiastic and cheerful artists, Guang Tai arrived at Driftveil City. Larvesta did not return to its ball but curiously looked around on Guang Tai's head, gazing at the sea and the sky with longing.

Looking from afar, it looked like he was wearing a fat red-and-white hat, because Larvesta's size was relatively large compared to its peers.

On the Charizard Bridge, he heard the music coming from the broadcast!

City background music recorded, Driftveil City!

A dancing black dragon involuntarily appeared in his mind, although that black dragon had nothing to do with this city.

Driftveil City is a port city. Unlike Castelia City, which focuses on passenger transport, strong winds are always present here, so sailing is very popular. The port is also used for the docking of cargo ships and fishing boats.

Driftveil refers to sailboats and whirlpools.

Unexpectedly, just as he entered Driftveil City, Guang Tai saw Clay!

"Hey! It's you, kid! I didn't expect to see you here again!"

Clay turned his head and saw Guang Tai appearing from the front of the bridge, and he rarely waved at Guang Tai.

This made the other workers around who didn't know Guang Tai look at each other in dismay.

When had Clay ever been this enthusiastic?

Although Clay usually cares about the status of his employees and brings back some special local products for everyone, he had never seemed to welcome someone this enthusiastically before.

"What is that on your head?"

"Mera! (The big fatty from the ancient city!)"

Larvesta had not met Clay directly, but it had seen the conversation between Guang Tai and Clay while in the ball.

"So it's a Larvesta! You really gave me a start!" Clay was also surprised when he saw Larvesta's appearance: "Could this be..."

"It's my partner." Guang Tai smiled.

"So this is that Larvesta that Elesa and Burgh can't stop thinking about! It looks quite spirited, and it's quite big too!"

(End of chapter) ===== CHAPTER 289 ===== 【2

"Mera (The digging fatty!)"

Clay: "It seems to know me, but what is it saying."

Guang Tai: "..."

Clay didn't pay attention to this small interlude and thanked Guang Tai:

"I heard from Zinnia, thank you for taking her to play in Nimbasa! Your friend also seems very amazing, actually being able to clear the Battle Subway. The brothers Emmet and Ingo are not ordinary Trainers!"

"I heard you battled Elesa and won? Your strength is as strong as ever."

Clay's gaze was a bit strange, but he immediately started talking about business:

"By the way, you came at the right time! What a reliable reunion!"

Clay put his hands on his hips: "Right! Don't worry about the ancient city. Cheren and my subordinates are already taking care of it. The cleanup of the quicksand will be completed soon. Without the interference of the ancient spirits, Pokémon and humans working together will increase the efficiency of the cleanup by dozens of times!"

Guang Tai nodded.

Humans in the Pokémon world are not ordinary creatures! Indeed, if they work together with Pokémon, they will exert a huge power of 1+1=10! It's completely unreasonable!

"Although the matter in the ancient city is over, problems have appeared underground in Reversal Mountain, so I rushed back immediately!"

"I'm wondering if it's the same as last time, if there are some ancient ghosts or something inside Reversal Mountain..."

"Oh my, it's terrible. I'm the only one who encounters these kinds of things. Secrets buried underground... how many things are there under Unova?"

Clay thought of the previous matter in the ancient city, and his expression became very subtle.

(End of Chapter)