Chapter 63: The Unova Client

In the Unova region, at the villa in Ripple Town, bright sunlight slanted through the windows.

The girl with hair like a golden waterfall was also watching the shop, sending a message to her butler, Shi Lan.

“The product’s effect is excellent—I feel my psychic control has improved further.”

“No, the Kabutops sculpture itself doesn’t enhance psychic power, but it calms my mind. Whenever I look at it, my emotions and strength gradually settle, and my influence on surrounding things grows weaker.”

“Thank you, Shi Lan.”

【“It is my duty as your butler—you need not thank me, Young Lady!”】

【“I specifically chose this sculpture to assist you. I’m truly glad it’s working!”】

Shi Lan, on the other side of the Poké Device, sent a message—he was relieved the Kabutops sculpture helped Gardevoir.

【“Then, Young Lady’s journey through Unova…”】

“Yes, I’ve made new friends recently—she greatly respects my abilities. Shi Lan, don’t worry; Unova’s environment is excellent. I’m living in my villa, observing all kinds of Pokémon—ones you won’t find anywhere else. It’s fascinating.”

【“You seem to be enjoying Unova. If you need anything else, please let me know anytime.”】

“I just defeated a Trainer—it seems I’ve been recommended for Unova’s Elite Four. They want me to become a new Elite Four member.”

【“Eh? Eh? Eh? Eh?!”】

Even through the Poké Device, Gardevoir could imagine the astonishment on her butler’s face—after all, achieving such a feat so soon after arriving in Unova must have left him both shocked and proud.

Thinking of this, Gardevoir couldn’t help but feel a small sense of pride.

Of course, the sculpture had helped immensely. That Kabutops, with its serene, comfortable expression, carried an ancient aura—as if it had been sleeping peacefully since long ago. Whenever she looked at it, her mind calmed, her psychic control grew finer, and she caused less unintended damage to her surroundings.

Thus, even when she lost a battle, she no longer flew into a rage.

Yes, battles were meant to have wins and losses. She still needed more refinement. Gardevoir thought this, then replied to Shi Lan:

“But I didn’t accept immediately—I feel my power isn’t mature enough yet. I need more training.”

“When I was with you before, I never realized how thrilling and fun battles could be… I still need better control over my psychic power.”

“I really like that useful sculpture. I’ve been keeping an eye on the shop you recommended—the shopkeeper seems to sell many interesting items. If I find something I like, I’ll send it to you—please arrange shipping for me.”

“However, the shop doesn’t sell more artworks. That troubles me. Besides sculptures, I think it should also carry paintings, carpets, and more artistic items—so I can decorate my villa with them.”

“Well, let’s talk again next time, Shi Lan.”

“Phew—” Gardevoir saw Shi Lan’s reply, set down the Poké Device with relief, and only then did the other person in her room speak:

“Your butler really cares for you! I wish I had such a thoughtful butler.”

The woman with short black hair, dressed in a black mini-skirt and black tights, adorned with exaggerated decorations, looked at Gardevoir with envy. She had apparently been writing, and now stretched, revealing her graceful figure.

One of Unova’s Elite Four—Wan Long—also a renowned Unova novelist!

“That’s my butler—you can’t have him,” Gardevoir replied seriously. Wan Long waved her hand: “Alright, I was just joking!”

“By the way, your home’s décor is incredible—even I feel my emotions calm just looking at that sculpture. Ahh! This won’t do! I can’t write here!” Wan Long suddenly grabbed her purple short hair in frustration: “As a novelist, I can’t write passionate prose when I’m calm! I need intense emotions to craft thrilling plots!”

“I came here to gather material—and now I’m too calm to write anything at all!”

Wan Long stared blankly at the Kabutops sculpture. Looking at it made her feel drowsy.

Gardevoir said her house had something beautiful, so she came over—only to leave her mind completely empty!

It was a strange, pleasant feeling—but terrible for a novelist!

Wan Long asked Gardevoir if the sculpture had some psychic power, but Gardevoir replied it simply possessed mysterious power—truly amazing!

“Then why not commission a sculpture? Maybe one that stirs up excitement?”

Gardevoir replied calmly, scrolling through the shop’s product page, carefully considering her choices.

Wan Long also browsed the shop: “Actually, I saw a special talisman in the store labeled ‘favorite of Ghost-type Pokémon.’ I wanted to buy it—but it was already sold out.”

“Damn, if only I’d found this shop sooner.”

After Gardevoir introduced her to the shop, Wan Long’s mind flooded with inspiration while browsing—but due to the Kabutops sculpture’s effect, those inspirations vanished quickly, leaving her forgetting everything!

How can this Kabutops sculpture cause instant amnesia?!

Wan Long was utterly baffled. The fleeting inspirations faded—but as she kept browsing, new ones kept surging forth.

It was painful, yet delightful!

A mysterious, hidden workshop tucked away in some forgotten corner of the world, crafting items with special effects… perfect opening material for a new novel, sparking endless imagination!

But Wan Long’s favorite subject remained the Rexue Trainers challenging the Elite Four!

The bond between Trainers and their Pokémon—everyone who lives with a Pokémon has a story with it. Stories of humans and Pokémon helping each other are far more interesting than tales of humans alone or Pokémon alone.

So… what kind of Pokémon does this craftsman own? What stories has he lived through—or will live through?

Wan Long pondered, scrolling through the sculpture product page on the Poké Device.

“For a sculpture, the Crystal Lampent might be good—but I don’t know its effect,” Wan Long mused, then sent a message:

“Can you customize the effects of Pokémon sculptures?”

She stared at the shop’s reply screen, and soon spotted a message from Xiang Guangtai.

【“Each Pokémon sculpture has a different effect. But even I don’t know the effects of unknown Pokémon—that mystery is one of the product’s biggest selling points.”】

“Hmm, can’t determine the sculpture’s effect… but Crystal Lampent’s effect must be different from Kabutops’s.” Wan Long pondered carefully, then decided to order without further delay!

The retro vibe, the peculiar antique craftsmanship—perfectly suited to Crystal Lampent! After all, Crystal Lampent’s form is a retro chandelier!

Whenever I look at Crystal Lampent, inspiration flows endlessly. Each night, its eerie ghostly flames illuminate my books—that strange atmosphere is exactly why I love it.

“By the way, the shop sells spectral cloth—has the shopkeeper considered making spectral paper?”

Wan Long suddenly had an idea and offered her suggestion: “I’m a novelist who uses Ghost-type Pokémon. When I write, I surround myself with my Ghost companions—my inspiration flows endlessly. But because of this, my manuscript notes have become… slightly haunted. They float in midair.”

“It’s an accidental thing, but I think—if you’re the kind of item craftsman you are—perhaps…”

【“Ah, thank you for the suggestion! That’s an excellent idea. If I produce spectral notebooks, I’ll list them in the shop and notify you.”】

“Oh, I’m looking forward to it! And next time, could you save me some talismans? Just a few, secretly—please!”

【“No problem. After shipping the sculpture, I’ll include extra talismans inside!”】

Meanwhile, Gardevoir opened her message window—but for a different inquiry.

“Have you considered creating unique new artworks—like carpets, wallpaper, scrolls, teaware…? I saw an item called Glass Whistle—it looks beautiful, but it would be better if it were made of psychic-type glass.”

“I previously bought the retro-style Kabutops sculpture from you—it was a gift from my butler. Its effect is excellent.”

【“…Your suggestion is fascinating! I’ll consider it. Thank you for your purchase and support.”】

Gardevoir smiled, her mood lifting.

She now knew she could buy her desired artworks from this shop. As for the shopkeeper’s artistic skill, Gardevoir had no doubts.

Just the retro—no, the ruin-style—aura of the Kabutops sculpture was already unique, carrying an ancient beauty.

More—more new decorations… her villa still had plenty of space for these items!

(End of Chapter)