Ash gently placed his hand on Vulpix. The soft fur brought about a sense of relaxation. It was evident that this Vulpix had been well-cared for physically. Although its battle ability might be average, in terms of appearance, it was top-notch among its kind.
Suzie, who was chatting with Brock nearby, casually glanced in Ash's direction. To her surprise, she saw that Ash had already started petting Vulpix. It was known that Vulpix was very wary of strangers. If someone touched her randomly, she might unleash a Flamethrower!
Suzie was about to stop Ash, but she realized that Vulpix was making contented growls under his touch.
"This massage technique... Are you a breeder too?" Suzie walked up to Ash and asked softly.
"Not really, I just know a bit of massage. Compared to real breeders, I'm far from their level," Ash replied without turning his head.
In fact, if the Power of Viridian was considered, he could definitely qualify as a Professional Level breeder. However, Ash didn't count this special ability.
He knew that in another world, he reached the pinnacle of the world without any special abilities, becoming the world's strongest breeder!
Compared to that version of him, he's only just beginning.
"You're being a bit too modest. Just look at Vulpix, she's so comfortable,"
With Ash's hand on her, Vulpix showed a relaxed expression and didn't mind Ash's unfamiliar touch, which was the first time Suzie had seen Vulpix act this way towards a stranger.
"It's because I have some special power. If it's about breeder knowledge, Brock is much better," Ash smiled and replied, then released his hands from massaging Vulpix.
"Alright, this massage session is over. Your body is in top condition now."
"Woo~"
"Being comfortable doesn't mean we can keep massaging. Too much of that power can be overwhelming for you."
"Woo~"
"No can do; I can't stay here forever. I still have to become a Pokemon Master."
Suzie looked at Ash talking to himself in confusion. Who was he talking to?
Seconds later, Suzie suddenly realized that the only one responding to Ash was Vulpix.
"You can talk to Pokemon?"
"Yeah, I can understand a bit, thanks to my special abilities," Ash grinned and replied.
"That's amazing! Apart from understanding Vulpix a bit, I completely have no idea what other Pokemon are saying. Your ability is perfect for a breeder! Understanding Pokemon language means you can tailor massages and recovery plans according to their needs."
Suzie's beautiful eyes seemed to sparkle for the first time; usually, the admiration came from other breeders, but this was the first time she looked at someone this way.
Brock stood nearby, looking rather dark.
What's going on! Why is the person he admires suddenly admiring his teammate!
Ash already has Misty, isn't that enough? Now he's attracting all sorts of attention!
Given all that, why attract someone from his age group! Why go after his big sis!
Brock was full of inner complaints but said nothing outwardly. He wasn't about to undermine his friend over something like this, especially since Ash's skills were the real deal, leaving no room for questioning.
After Ash politely declined Suzie's request to learn how to understand Pokemon language, he looked around curiously and asked, "Miss Suzie, aren't you a famous Professional Level breeder? Why is it so quiet here? Shouldn't it be peak time now?"
Now was the time approaching evening, precisely when everyone, Pokemon and humans alike, would need to relax after a long day.
So this should be the evening rush hour, why was the place empty except for Suzie?
Hearing this, Suzie smiled wryly, "It's a bit complicated."
There were not a few Professional Level breeders in the Kanto Region, and Suzie was the most famous among them.
It wasn't because Suzie's skills were the best, but because she was both beautiful and skilled, which made her the most famous and repeatedly voted the most popular breeder.
Suzie didn't care for that "most popular breeder" title and frankly didn't want it!
Because of that title, she initially attracted an overwhelming number of visitors!
However, ninety percent of them came for her looks! As a professional breeder, she certainly couldn't charge too little, and a plain decoration didn't mean poverty!
So not just anyone could afford to come here frequently for Pokemon relaxation.
Those who first came for Suzie's looks eventually gave up because, despite her gentle exterior, she treated everyone the same, never crossing the line.
The remaining customers were there for Suzie's skills. There weren't many, but with a professional breeder's high fees, the income was still substantial. Suzie remained a standout on Beauty Street.
However, over time, as other breeders on Beauty Street changed their strategies, fewer people came to Suzie because other places offered similar effects at a much lower price.