chapter 91

Keqing: "...Is this Gyarados? After visual inspection, it was nearly ten meters long, probably a Champion!"

Hu Tao: "Is this the electric mouse that instantly defeated the Champion Gyarados? It's too exaggerated!"

Hongyi: "Sigh, in fact, because Magikarp and Gyarados are so fertile, they tend to overflow in the waters of the Liyue swamp. These days, there are reports of Gyarados attacks and damage from Luhua Pool to Qingce Village. Anyway, I'm overwhelmed!"

Albedo: "(Picture) Near the Salt of the Earth under the snow-capped mountains, I also discovered Gyarados activity..."

Takumi clicked on the video and saw the "Champion Pikachu" showing off its power. Ten million volts per shot. It electrocuted the Champion Gyarados into ash.

"The environment and terrain are waters, and Gyarados itself has a Water attribute, so it was hit by the Electric Z-type move. But this power is too terrifying! How many times the damage?"

In the research institute, Takumi was trying to drive away the mischievous Hu Tao. After watching Lumine's video, Hu Tao suddenly felt that the Gabite she had just evolved was no longer good enough.

"Takumi, how can this pikachu be this powerful?"

She played the video on the Pokédex and showed it to Gabite.

"Shark?"

The Gabite looked at it, its entire body trembling. There was deep shock in its eyes. It seemed impossible for it to imagine that such a small electric mouse could produce a lightning pillar capable of opening mountains and splitting seas.

It had directly defeated a water Champion... utterly destroyed.

"Tch!" Hu Tao waved her hand. "Look at your ambition. How dare you challenge Goodra just now?"

The Gabite roared a bit aggrievedly. That aunt had a good temper. But the wild Gyarados were different—a bunch of pure maniacs!

In the group chat, everyone was discussing the electric mouse's combat power, but the topic gradually shifted to the issue of species invasion involving Magikarp and Gyarados. Now, the activity area of these water Pokémon far exceeded the boundaries of the ecological zone.

Takumi: "Ningguang, Hongyi, there is nothing to worry about. The proliferation of Magikarp and Gyarados is indeed a problem. In the name of the Pokémon Alliance in the Liyue region, a hunting law has been issued. Anyone who hunts Magikarp or Gyarados will not violate Pokémon laws.

This kind of law exists in many countries on Blue Star to deal with wild boars, hares, etc. Magikarp is comparable to these animals. It has amazing fecundity and tenacious vitality, capable of surviving in any dirty water. With such a large population base, it's not surprising that hundreds of them evolve into Gyarados."

Ningguang: "Okay! With this decree, Magikarp and Gyarados will no longer be protected by the Pokémon halo, and their numbers will soon be effectively curbed!"

Hu Tao: "Hey, after all, Gyarados is a powerful Water-type Pokémon with a base stat of 540. If there were no legal restrictions, fishermen, sailors, and even pirates would do everything they could to capture a Gyarados, right?"

Jean: "...This might lead to even greater bloodshed."

Takumi: "(Spreading hands) There are very few Gyarados who can truly control their temper and character. They only take orders from trainers they genuinely trust. Let's end the discussion here and go back to talking about the electric mouse's move."

The topic returned to the Electric-type move, the pillar of ten million volts falling from the sky, the surface of the water where electric currents danced wildly. After Takumi jokingly mentioned the nickname "Champion Pikachu," it quickly spread among the group.

Hu Tao: "So majestic, my great Champion Pikachu!"

At Wangshu Inn.

Lumine and Paimon were thanked by their boss and landlady, Verr Goldet. The escort Huangshan also provided a sum of money in gratitude. Paimon smiled and accepted the reward.

During the journey back to Liyue Harbor, Paimon spun excitedly in the air.

"We got another commission fee! When we reach Liyue Harbor, I want a grand feast!"

But Lumine wasn't as interested, looking worriedly at the unconscious Pikachu in her arms from time to time.

Paimon shouted:

"Traveler, don't worry! Didn't Manager Takumi say so?"

"This little one is just exhausted, having used up all its stored power. There's literally not a single drop left!"

"Manager Takumi said that it just needs some time to recover. It has the physique of a mythical Pokémon!"

Neither Lumine nor Paimon noticed that Xiao, the Vigilant Yaksha, was secretly following them, eavesdropping on their conversation.

Xiao was still unsettled. Not long ago, a lightning pillar had fallen from the sky, killing the Champion Gyarados. At that moment, standing in front of the thunder, Xiao had felt fear akin to facing a fierce demon god.

It had been a long time since the end of the Archon War, and in the land of Liyue, no true demon god had emerged to wreak havoc. Xiao carried serious problems, making him afraid to set foot in the prosperous city of Liyue. In the past, he had followed the Geo Archon in battles, stained with heavy sins, riddled with karmic burdens.

But now, as Xiao watched Lumine and Paimon move farther away from Wangshu Inn, his eyes fixed on the prosperous port city of Liyue Harbor that loomed larger on the horizon.

"Killing to protect life..."

"The karma entangling me is no different from the fate of other Yakshas."

"However, if a Yaksha can be trained by a Pokémon and master the power the electric mouse just showed, Yakshas will not fade from Liyue's history!"

Graduate School.

Takumi welcomed a group of scholars arranged by the Liyue and Sumeru academies, settling them in the dormitory, complete with all the necessary amenities. Takumi now had enough influence and background to train a future team of Pokémon Academy teachers.

Many of these scholars seemed familiar, and some even wore attire from Sumeru, but Takumi did not inquire about their origins. He distributed all the textbooks he had obtained from Dr. Laventon in the Hisui region and let this group of scholars choose among three general paths: cultivation, coordination, and research.

This batch of books from Dr. Laventon, while not representing the most developed civilization and culture on the historical line, was the best Takumi had access to, since he didn't possess the most advanced educational materials from the Pokémon world.

Takumi also had no tolerance for idlers. To address this, he instituted a last-place elimination system. There were three departments: cultivation, coordination, and research, with monthly exams and quarterly semester exams.

Those who ended up in last place entered an elimination class, but if they excelled in subsequent exams, they could return.

This was Takumi's mercy—he didn't immediately eliminate anyone. He also envisioned the creation of a cultural and entertainment department.

"For instance, in game production, from the basics of coding and programming language to a whole set of processes, training, and then forming a team... What a grand vision!"

Takumi decided to return to the Hisui region to collaborate with Dr. Laventon and Team Galactic. This game company should be founded in Jubilife Village, with Dr. Laventon helping to attract talented individuals from other regions by offering high salaries.

"The sooner, the better! I can't wait—the second work task is approaching soon!"

Each store manager task was urgent. Takumi glanced at the current progress of the mission: publishing a work (entertainment/game).

Popularity Value: 880,000/1,000,000

It was a mixed bag. Fortunately, the popularity formula wasn't based on headcount alone. The recently released Pokégear had helped boost awareness. The promotional video had just been released in Mondstadt and Liyue.

"Should I be happy or cry about it?" Takumi muttered.

"Another store manager task, and I haven't even formed a complete team yet. The next task will be too much for me alone! Team, team!"

Just as Takumi turned and stepped through the space-time portal, he discussed the cooperation to establish a company with Team Galactic and Dr. Laventon in the Hisui region, then returned.

Meloetta, the store attendant, was waiting for him at the gate of the portal.

"Owner! The store has a very special customer. They're calling for you to attend to them."

Takumi was puzzled. "Who?"

Meloetta showed him a picture. Takumi looked at it and was pleasantly surprised.

"Isn't this the great demon-conquering sage, Lord Xiao? The immortals and Yakshas of Liyue have finally taken a step out of isolation. Come, come out of the mountains and embrace this great era! Let's see what kind of initial Pokémon Liyue's only Yaksha will draw!"