Pokémon Farm

Chapter 168 The Naïve Child's Days: A Plunge into the Sea

Xuan Mingtian's laughter immediately displeased Banmu, but he didn't show it too much.

“Young Master Xuan, I know that with the Rockets' current strength, it's a bit of a pipe dream to challenge the league, but no one can predict the future. So I want to take a gamble.”

Actually, Banmu is right. Life always needs some goals. Otherwise, you're not much different from a salted fish.

However, Xuan Mingtian's goal is not in this area, so even if he supports the other party, it can only be in the form of economic support or by providing protection during a crisis.

"Master Banmu, I admire your ambition, but I'd like to test your overall strength to find out."

The words have been spoken so bluntly, it seems this battle is inevitable. But it's good, at least we can see Giovanni's strongest form. If we can bully him, we should do it sooner rather than later.

“Yes, Young Master Xuan, please follow me back to the training ground on level -1. There is a battle platform there that can be used for Pokémon battles.”

As their conversation ended, Xuan Mingtian soon followed Banmu to a platform in the training ground on the -1 floor.

However, after appearing on the battle platform, Xuan Mingtian noticed several eyes fixed on him. He could even vaguely sense a greedy aura emanating from one of them.

"Big Smart, be careful. Someone's watching you."

Having transformed back into a wind chime, it had already sensed something when its gaze fell upon Xuan Mingtian. However, it still felt necessary to offer a reminder.

"Master Banmu, surely one or two of the people here have ulterior motives? And they won't tell anyone that I'm here to observe and fight, will they? You know, the pressure of public opinion is the most terrifying thing. I don't want news of my presence here to get out."

Upon hearing Xuan Mingtian's direct and serious words, Banmu instantly understood. If the other party were exposed, Team Rocket would never see the light of day again. They would become true underground worms.

However, Xuan Mingtian couldn't do anything about it unless he could transform the little cutie into another spirit. Otherwise, its chime-like appearance would be a signal that Xuan Mingtian was present when these forces appeared.

After all, the matter between Manager Jia and the Snow Peak Temple was already common knowledge among various families, forces, and alliances. Identifying them was also quite simple: it was just the age of the wind chime and the child. If even that couldn't be distinguished, then... And then there's the iconic tropical dragon.

Of course, this information will only be available to those who want to know about Xuan Mingtian. Because he's currently on the phone with Professor Oak.

"Beep~ Beep~ Beep~"

"Haha, Xiaotian, where have you been? I can't find you anywhere!"

After the phone rang three times, Professor Oak's cheerful laughter came through. Xuan Mingtian rolled his eyes at the caller; he was already quite old. He really admired how quickly Professor Oak could complete a simple shopping spree.

But no matter what I thought in my heart, I still felt that it was more important to talk about serious matters.

"Professor Oak, the mall owner invited me to chat. I'll come find you later; there's something more important. I need the League to keep my whereabouts confidential so it doesn't become common knowledge."

"Uh, Xiaotian, you've finally said that. I thought you wanted to become famous. Well, I'll call the league now."

After a brief exchange, Xuan Mingtian was left speechless. What did he mean by wanting to go out? Only a fool would want everyone to know.

After a brief exchange, a middle-aged man with a receding hairline suddenly appeared, walking with an air of indifference towards the two of them.

"Banmu, how could you bring such shady people here? And a child at that, no less. You're a disgrace to your mother."

As soon as the man finished speaking, Xuan Mingtian was taken aback. He turned to look at Banmu, only to see that the man's face was as cold as frost. His killing intent was faintly visible, showing how angry he was at that moment.

"What's wrong with you? As a veteran of the Rockets, he's your elder. What's wrong with him saying something? You brought a kid who's barely grown up. Is he your mother's illegitimate child or your illegitimate child?"

The man was still mocking the two of them, completely ignoring the fact that Xuan Mingtian and Banmu's faces had turned as black as the bottom of a pot.

"Uncle Little Days, watch your words. You are a veteran of the Rockets, don't insult my guest, and don't insult my mother either."

Banmu remained calm and spoke to the other party.

"Oh ho, you really think you're all that now that you're Team Rocket's leader? Let me tell you, without us veterans, would you be sitting comfortably in that position?"

It seems this middle-aged man hasn't quite grasped the current situation.

"Boss Banmu, won't you introduce me to this Mediterranean-looking gentleman?"

Xuan Mingtian stared at Banmu with a cold glint in his eyes, clearly showing that the former was suppressing his anger.

"Haha, the Mediterranean uncle you mentioned is one of the founding members of Team Rocket, and also owns a Champion-level Pokémon. His name is: Little Days Pounces on the Sea."

"Pfft, hahaha, Little Days Pu Hai, it's an honor to meet you. I never expected your name and hairstyle to be so funny."

Upon hearing Banmu's introduction, Xuan Mingtian's anger vanished completely. The other person's name was simply too hilarious—"Little Days Plunging into the Sea"—how amusing!

Hearing the child mock him like that, Xiao Rizi's murderous intent was revealed without a doubt. It seemed he wanted to devour Xuan Mingtian alive.

"Kid, are you Itagaki's mother's illegitimate child? Don't you even know how to respect your elders and care for the young? Where did this bastard come from?"

As soon as Xiao Rizi finished speaking, a cold glint flashed across his arm.

"Ah~"

After a pause of about two seconds, a blood-curdling scream echoed throughout the -1 level. This caused everyone training to turn and look at the three individuals.

But to everyone's surprise, Xiao Rizi's right arm was missing. And a severed arm was found on the ground not far away.

"Kill them both."

With a roar, the five people behind Xiao Rizi immediately released Poké Balls, their eyes flashing with ferocity as they glared at the two.

However, as they released the spirits, a cold light flashed again, and suddenly the five of them felt dizzy.

Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be the heads of five people rolling around in the air.

Standing behind the five, Xiao Rizi Fu Hai, though he too had walked through mountains of corpses, also began to panic in the face of this scene.

"Gi-Oh! What are you doing? I'm a veteran of Team Rocket! Do you want to kill me?"

"Uncle Xiao Rizi, you've misunderstood. It wasn't me who did this, although I really wanted to kill you too. But let me introduce you first, this young man's surname is Xuan."