"Freely evolve and devolve?"
"And each evolution—including the base form—can fuse with a matching elemental power?"
Gu Qiu stood there in a daze.
This was ridiculously strong.
"If it could fuse something like Heavenly Flames the way Xiao Yan does… that'd be insane."
"But where would I even find something like that in the Pokémon world?"
He frowned slightly.
This wasn't a fantasy cultivation world—there were no "Heavenly Flames" lying around.
"Step by step. First, I'll raise Eevee's level. The ability to evolve and devolve freely is already broken enough."
After introducing Eevee to the rest of the team, Gu Qiu brought all his Pokémon into the Pokémon Living Space.
The interior was… empty.
A flat 100×100-meter square.
No buildings. No trees. Nothing.
The weather could be freely adjusted. Gu Qiu set it to overcast for now—otherwise it'd be unbearably hot without shade.
"System… isn't this a bit too bare?"
The Pokémon's initial curiosity quickly turned into confusion.
This wasn't quite what they'd imagined.
"You may use Pokécoins to purchase buildings, vegetation, decorations, and even expand the Living Space."
"With Pokécoins?"
A shop interface appeared before Gu Qiu.
The first page was expansion.
Expansion required Pokécoins—and was limited by his official Trainer certification level.
At the top, it showed:
Trainer Rank: Ordinary Trainer
Maximum Area: 100×100 meters
Gu Qiu: "…"
"So I need to get my Elite Trainer certification ASAP."
Buildings, however, could be purchased regardless of rank—though only Level 1 versions. Upgrades required higher Trainer status.
He could even custom-design structures later—when qualified.
Prices weren't outrageous.
After spending over 100,000 Pokécoins, the space transformed dramatically.
It now resembled a small Pokémon town.
Everything was designed based on his Pokémon's preferences.
Alolan Vulpix liked the cold—so he built a snowing cottage.
In the center, he constructed a small amusement park.
The area was limited, but it was lively.
"When we expand later, I'll build each of you the coziest home possible."
The Pokémon happily began exploring.
Even Pikachu curiously ran on a spinning wheel.
Only Kirlia remained beside him, holding his hand.
"Kirlia, why aren't you playing?"
"Kirlia!"
(I only want to stay with Master.)
She blushed, head lowered.
"My little sweetheart."
He stroked her head.
She smiled with pure happiness.
"Time to get serious. Training plan."
Only a little over ten days remained before the competitive entrance exam.
Reaching the regional rounds would be easy.
But if he was participating—
He'd aim for first place.
Gu Qiu began drafting individualized training regimens.
He also purchased numerous Pokémon-world skills from the system shop.
Templates were powerful—
But they shouldn't neglect native move pools.
Half a month passed in a flash.
When Gu Qiu reappeared at Viridian City's entrance, it felt like returning to civilization.
He'd spent the entire period training on Route 24.
Train until exhausted.
Rest in the Living Space.
Repeat.
Every few days, he'd visit Cerulean Cave to tease the tsundere Legendary.
Watching Mewtwo pretend indifference while clearly curious—
Highly entertaining.
"Tomorrow's the exam."
"Gu Qiu!"
Serena rushed over the moment she saw him, face bright with excitement.
Even while training, he'd stayed in contact with her.
He'd told her last night he'd return this morning.
He hadn't expected her to wait at the entrance.
"Serena, what a coincidence. Heading out?"
Her expression darkened instantly.
Coincidence?
Heading out?
What kind of conversation starter was that?
"Gu Qiu!"
"Haha, kidding. Thanks for coming."
He casually reached to pat her head—an unconscious habit from Kirlia.
Serena froze.
By the time she realized—
His hand was already on her head.
Her face turned crimson.
He'd never done this before.
"Oh—sorry. I mistook you for Kirlia."
He quickly withdrew his hand.
For a brief second—
Serena felt strangely disappointed.
"…Mm."
She lowered her head.
Why was her heart racing like this?
"Let's go. Daddy's treating you to a big meal."
"Say that again?"
Her expression turned icy instantly.
"Let's go!"
After dinner, Gu Qiu headed to the Pokémon Center.
Today's real objective—
Trainer Rank Examination.
"Gu Qiu, I heard you're really strong now?"
Since he left, Serena had followed all news about him.
Whenever negative rumors appeared, she fiercely defended him—
Even mobilizing the whole class.
Including Yu Hao.
Yu Hao had accepted reality.
Gu Qiu was too dazzling.
If he couldn't compete—
He'd take pride in being his classmate instead.
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