Chapter 125: Replaced Responsibilities

Luo Mu recalled that the Hisuian form of Feng Su Gou had an average height of about 1.9 meters, anyway several centimeters taller than himself.

The 0.5-meter-tall Fidough would likely look as small as a doll in front of Feng Su Gou; when playing, Feng Su Gou would even have to be careful not to accidentally crush Fidough.

As for why these two Pokémon were running in the wheat field, this was also Luo Mu's arrangement.

In the books Luo Mu borrowed from Grandma Ju Zi Academy, he had read that after Fidough evolves into Dachsbun, it possesses a miraculous power specifically targeting wheat.

It can emit a miraculous fragrance; while this scent has no effect on other crops, for wheat it not only accelerates growth, but the flour milled from wheat exposed to Dachsbun's fragrance and the wine brewed from it will also carry a certain aroma.

Therefore, Dachsbun is very popular on farms; simply letting them run a few laps in the wheat fields daily yields excellent wheat, even saving the time needed to walk the dog.

"Remember to come for training later, Growlithe!"

After shouting toward the wheat field, Luo Mu didn't bother checking whether Growlithe heard him and turned to leave directly.

After all, even without his reminder, in order to avoid being overtaken on a curve by Wen Xiang Jun, Growlithe would very proactively bring its companions over to request special training.

Turning a corner from the wheat field and walking a bit further, one could see the pasture area already enclosed by brand-new wooden fences; these new fences could withstand not only Caterpie's Tackle but even the impact of charging Tauros for several seconds, which made Luxray feel much more at ease, so much so that it no longer patrolled as frequently.

Seeing Luo Mu approach, the two Meng Ya Lu stopped grazing and slowly walked over.

It was evident they were very relaxed and quite satisfied with the pasture environment, having lost none of the extreme wariness they displayed in the wild.

This situation had both good and bad aspects; the good part was that the environment Luo Mu provided made Meng Ya Lu feel secure from the bottom of their hearts, while the downside was that losing vigilance might make them unable to react quickly in case of sudden events.

After stroking each Meng Ya Lu's branch-like antlers—antlers that were very special to them—and knowing what this meant, Luo Mu smiled and said, "Are you living comfortably? Later, Comfey should come over to borrow some of the flowers growing on your antlers to make flower crowns; I hope you will agree."

The two Meng Ya Lu exchanged glances and obediently nodded.

Comfey was their benefactor who had treated their injuries; it was just a few flowers, so they could pick them freely.

"Then I'll thank you on its behalf." Stroking Meng Ya Lu's fur, as if suddenly remembering something, Luo Mu asked, "Have you seen Stantler? I plan to take it for special training for a few days; the time for its evolution should be near."

Stantler?

The male Meng Ya Lu paused in surprise, while the female Meng Ya Lu, being more attentive, realized Luo Mu must be referring to their roommate who loved playing in mud pits, appearing wise despite looking foolish.

"Yo-ah~"

The female Meng Ya Lu gently took hold of Luo Mu's sleeve with its mouth, signaling him to head toward the mud pit.

Just a moment ago, it had seen that Stantler playing in the mud over by the muddy ground.

While Luo Mu was searching for Stantler, something happened in Thunder Roar Lake.

Although Thunder Roar Lake was not as vast as Big Pot Lake, swimming in it actually felt less restrictive, and more importantly, they could meet Dragonite anytime; all three Hakuryu were very satisfied with this environment.

Luo Mu had also promised them he would search for traces of the Dragonite leader; now they only needed to stay peacefully on the farm and occasionally manipulate the weather.

Life here was much more comfortable than in Big Pot Lake, where a group of Gyarados coveted their bodies every day, they had to spend time daily searching for food, and they also had to be cautious of attacks from other powerful wild Pokémon.

Being here was far better than being in the wild.

"Wuu~~"

The Hakuryu coiled on the shore of Thunder Roar Lake, enjoying the sunlight from the warm sun, utterly content.

"Wu-lu."

Suddenly, a cry came from within Thunder Roar Lake; the shiny Hakuryu raised its head first and saw that it was Wen Xiang Jun, accompanied by its three Wenxiang Wenxiang Kedou subordinates.

The shiny Hakuryu tilted its head: "Wu?" (Do you have something to ask?)

The other two Hakuryu also raised their heads, looking curiously at Wen Xiang Jun.

Wen Xiang Jun hesitated for a moment, then voiced its request: "Wu-lu." (I wish to request that you teach me the move Rain Dance.)

It had thought about this for a long time; now that the farm had Hakuryu and the others, the watering work previously handled by itself and the Wenxiang Wenxiang Kedou had become somewhat optional.

However, having experienced previous events, Wen Xiang Jun would no longer become anxious and worried over this matter.

Since watering was temporarily no longer needed from them, they would simply work hard to learn the move Rain Dance from Hakuryu and then share Hakuryu's duties!

Luo Mu had said that he valued long-term development more; as repayment for his kindness in taking them in and raising them, they only needed to continuously become better.

Seemingly infected by Wen Xiang Jun's determined gaze, the three Hakuryu exchanged glances, nodded to accept Wen Xiang Jun's request, and agreed to teach it and the Wenxiang Wenxiang Kedou the move Rain Dance.

Just as Hakuryu and Wen Xiang Jun completed their negotiation, the Swampert silently observing the scene from Thunder Roar Lake smiled with gratification.

Although Luo Mu had asked it to keep an eye on Wen Xiang Jun and the others' emotions, judging by the current development, it was completely unnecessary.

With semi-dried mud covering his clothes and pant legs, Luo Mu's face showed no sign of anger; after all, since the usually leisurely Stantler had finally taken the initiative to find him to play games, even if it was just rolling in mud together in a mud pit, Luo Mu felt he must accompany it.

Anyway, even without a washing machine, as long as Wen Xiang Jun was there, its Bubble Beam move could effectively remove stains.

Leading Stantler toward the small western-style house, Luo Mu usually conducted training with his Pokémon there, since it was closer to home and the warehouse, making it convenient to fetch items.

Speaking of Wen Xiang Jun, Luo Mu, walking slowly along the road keeping pace with Stantler, felt somewhat worried; although he had asked Swampert to keep an eye on them, he still feared that the Wenxiang Wenxiang Kedou, especially Wen Xiang Jun, might overthink things and get stuck in a mental rut.

Smart children always tend to think more and be more sentimental.

If he required Pokémon to provide value corresponding to or even exceeding the breeding costs he invested, then what kind of Trainer was he? He might as well become a capitalist.

Although Hakuryu and the others had temporarily replaced Wen Xiang Jun and the others in watering duties, using the superior move Rain Dance as a substitute, this did not mean Wen Xiang Jun and the others were useless or could be expelled.

"De-li!"

A cry pulled Luo Mu back from his thoughts to reality.

Looking closely, it was a Delibird flying down from the sky; judging by its expression, it seemed to have something it wanted to tell him.

(End of Chapter)