The system notification flashed: Mission Completed: Capture a Pokémon. Mission Reward: Ten Beginner Pokéblocks, Ten Poké Balls, Premier Ball.
"The rewards are pretty good," Kaito murmured. He then released Bunnelby and had the small Pokémon follow him toward the abandoned farmland.
Upon arrival, a vast expanse of unused fields stretched out to the right of the villa. If all of it were cultivated and planted, it would be a breathtaking sight. Kaito pictured the future:
Golden rice ears adorning the stalks, each grain plump and radiant, exuding an alluring scent. A gentle breeze sweeps through, creating waves across a golden ocean, and the refreshing aroma permeates the air, lingering long after. He, Growlithe, Ralts, and his other Pokémon sit together, quietly admiring the fruits of their hard labor, enjoying the cool evening breeze, facing the sunset, and reveling in the tranquil atmosphere.
"This world is wonderful, isn't it?" Kaito slightly lowered his head and spoke to the Ralts in his arms, as well as the Growlithe and Bunnelby at his feet. "Because of you all, the world has become even more beautiful."
"Yes."
"Woof!"
"Hoppy!"
"Niiii-keh!"
Wait, it seems like something else got mixed in?
Kaito looked in the direction of the sound and saw a Machamp standing nearby, meeting his gaze with a cheerful smile.
"Oh, it's you, Lili."
Lili is the name of this Machamp. She was originally the old man's Pokémon and a reliable helper for guarding the farm and performing heavy labor. Because she is female and possesses immense physical strength, the old man named her Lili (a name that implies beautiful strength).
A Machamp's four arms are equally adept at offense and defense, leaving no blind spots in close combat. It is said she is proficient in all martial arts in this world. She can easily lift even a dump truck, though her fingers are clumsy, making delicate work impossible.
Lili was caught by the old man when she was young, following him as a Machop, and then evolving into a Machoke. It wasn't until three or four years ago, when a Doctor named Huizheng developed communication devices and discovered that some Pokémon could evolve through them, that Machoke had the opportunity to evolve into Machamp.
Kaito quickly checked Lili's details:
Name: Machamp, Nickname: Lili, Ability: No Guard, Type: Fighting, Level: Lv. 42, Individual Values: HP (23), Attack (31), Defense (31), Special Attack (20), Special Defense (22), Speed (30), Moves: Bulk Up, Dual Chop, Mach Punch, Vital Throw, Focus Energy..., Egg Moves: Counter, Bullet Punch, Quick Guard, Potential: Elite-tier.
She's actually Level 42? Kaito was surprised.
Lili had been with his grandfather for a long time, and she was the only Pokémon trained like a Trainer's partner. Kaito knew her strength wasn't low, but because the old man had been a Farm Owner his whole life and never challenged Gyms, Kaito thought Lili would only be around Level 30. He never expected her to be Level 42, placing her firmly at the Elite-tier.
It made sense when he considered it. Although they were on a farm, the nearby forests and mountains hosted many wild Pokémon, so Machamp must have had plenty of opportunities to battle and train. It was this constant accumulation over time that allowed Machamp to reach Level 42. However, Kaito noted she was also nearing her potential limit. Without other unexpected events or intensive training, her strength would be difficult to improve significantly.
"Niiii-keh, niiii-keh!"
Machamp nodded, asking curiously. After finishing her assigned chores, she had noticed Kaito had unexpectedly come to the long-abandoned farmland, accompanied by two new Pokémon. She followed out of curiosity.
"Oh, let me introduce you. This is Ralts, and this is Bunnelby," Kaito explained. "They are our new partners, and we will get along well together from now on." He gestured to the fields. "As for why we're here... I want to replant this abandoned land and make it yield golden rice again."
Perhaps due to his long-term interaction with Lili, Kaito could easily understand what she was communicating, allowing them to converse almost without hindrance.
"Niiii-keh, niiii-keh!"
Machamp waved her four arms, smiling, and greeted Ralts and Bunnelby. She genuinely enjoyed a lively atmosphere and, more importantly, hoped to see the farm become more prosperous. Having been with the old man for so long, she clearly knew his wish was to manage the farm well and operate a large estate where people and Pokémon coexisted harmoniously.
However, her strength alone was limited. Kaito was young and had to study in the city, only returning during holidays. Until the old man's passing, the farm remained small-scale, and even the fields where vast amounts of rice were planted in the early days had been abandoned, covered in rubble and weeds, making them unrecognizable as fertile land. Years ago, Lili would occasionally clear the weeds, hoping that one day the land would be planted again, but as time went on, she realized it was unlikely and gradually stopped visiting this area.
She was very happy now. Happy that her new owner, Kaito, had the idea of expanding the farm. Machamp reached out to wipe a tear from the corner of her eye, clenched her fists, and said with renewed spirit, "Niiii-keh, niiii-keh!"
She wanted to help! To build the farm together with Kaito!
Kaito nodded. "Okay! We'll build the farm together."
Afterward, Kaito and Machamp went together to the nearby warehouse, retrieving some long-unused tools like shovels and sickles.
Standing in the farmland, Bunnelby's expression was serious.
"Hoppy!"
Then, with a kick, he instantly leaped several meters high, showcasing the rabbit's incredible agility. He twisted his body in the air, pointed his head toward the ground, and then his two long ears, along with his body, began to spin rapidly, forming a perfect drill. Bang! He drilled straight into the soil, moving forward in a straight line, expertly carrying out the initial tilling work.
Kaito and Machamp were not idle either, using the various tools to clear and loosen the land. Ralts pulled out weeds with her small hands, and Growlithe carried away small stones. Everyone was working hard.