The arena was boiling with excitement, and the viewers' faces were filled with fervor.
In the grand finals of the Tokaido Region, a clean 3:0 sweep.
A Reverse Type battle, yet it ended in a crushing victory over Tyranitar.
The calm, handsome, and extraordinary contestant was etched into everyone's minds.
"3:0, 3:0!"
The unified cheers seemed to be celebrating the champion.
At just 19 years old, Natsume had defeated a veteran who had participated in multiple tournaments.
This also meant that even in the Kanto League, Natsume was undoubtedly at a level above the top 32.
For any Trainer, this was an achievement worth writing into their resume.
"The grand champion of the Tokaido Region has been crowned!" the host announced loudly. "Let us congratulate Natsume Contestant from Tokyo Metropolitan University!"
Amidst the deafening cheers, fireworks exploded above the arena.
The award ceremony officially began, and Natsume stepped onto the podium.
President Kazama of the Tournament Committee presented him with the medal and champion trophy.
At the same time, the System chimed with a 'Mission Complete' notification.
"Congratulations, Natsume."
Kazama shook his hand, smiling. "You've created the largest point difference in the history of the grand finals!"
Beside him, Haruki looked awkward.
Victory Shouta, who had secured third place, Sayuri, naturally added, "Natsume-sensei, sweeping the contestants of the Master Group doesn't surprise me at all!"
The atmosphere was a bit strange, and Natsume coughed dryly.
Speaking of which, Shouta, who always claimed, 'My eyes are only on the champion,' only managed to reach the semifinals…
As expected, those who are both weak and boastful usually don't end up well!
The cheers grew even more intense, like a roaring tidal wave.
Natsume smiled and waved to the audience stands.
With that, the grand finals of the Tokaido Region came to a close.
But in the hearts of the fans, the legend of the "3:0" finals continued.
That dashing figure made a male reporter from the Tokyo Evening News suddenly realize something.
Could it be… that the regional champion wasn't the end for Natsume?
...
Natsume planned to check the System rewards after returning home.
The tournament prizes were to be selected by Natsume after the award ceremony.
"The post-tax amount of over 4.8 million Pokémon Coins has been transferred to your account," the staff member said. "Additionally, you may choose any prize you like, and we will do our best to balance the prize values."
According to the list provided by the Tournament Committee, the prizes included items like Miracle Seed, Focus Band, and other stat-boosting and battle items.
Natsume picked a 'Charcoal' for the outstanding Growlithe.
He also chose a pair of 'Wise Glasses' for Gengar, which exuded a scholarly vibe.
[Wise Glasses: Glasses with thick lenses. When carried, they slightly increase the power of special moves. (You feel like time is flowing slower.)]
Ignoring the dangerous complaint text.
Natsume had Gengar put them on and observed for a moment, stroking his chin.
"Gengar?" Gengar adjusted the glasses, looking scholarly and composed.
"Hmm… saves you from getting nearsighted," Natsume nodded. "This is it!"
The staff member looked puzzled.
Do Ghost Pokémon… even get nearsighted?
Do your Pokémon actually study hard every day?
Although he wanted to pick a gift for each of his little ones.
The equivalent price only allowed for one more item.
"Better to pay off Cynthia's debt first, then buy gifts," Natsume pondered.
For the last item, Natsume thought for a long time before finally asking, "Do you have any extra Fire Stones here?"
Whether it evolves or not, it's all the same to Natsume-sensei.
But to avoid the awkward situation of having to spend more later, Natsume decided to act first.
This cleverness made Natsume give himself a mental pat on the back.
"We do!" the staff member nodded. "I'll pack it for you!"
Watching Natsume-sensei play with the Fire Stone, the staff member smiled sincerely. "Wishing you an early victory in becoming the league champion!"
...
The Tokaido Region finals had concluded.
The 19-year-old young Trainer's championship win sparked quite a bit of discussion.
But upon realizing it was Natsume-sensei, people gradually understood everything.
The entire Tokyo Metropolitan University was inspired by Natsume's championship win.
Especially Kenta Professor from the Finance Department, who had bred Natsume, became a 'hidden Trainer big shot.'
'Western Economics' became the most popular elective in Tokyo Metropolitan University's Training Department…
Happy times are always short-lived, lasting no more than two hours.
Returning home, a call from Former Principal Hiroshi left Natsume utterly baffled.
"Aura Sphere manuals?"
Natsume wiped his sweat. "Former Principal… honestly, money would be fine. There's really no need for this!"
Hiroshi was stunned for a moment, then quickly understood.
Each Pokémon's Aura is different.
Natsume might be worried about this, which is why he declined my offer.
"Don't worry, with Squirtle's talent, it can still learn by analogy."
Hiroshi stroked his beard, smiling. "If there's anything else you want, just let me know. I'll do my best to get it for you!"
"I want money…" Natsume said weakly.
"Matching resources? No problem!"
Natsume took a sharp breath.
Has the misunderstanding gone this far already?
Principal Hiroshi hung up the phone in a hurry.
A drop of cold sweat quietly rolled down Natsume's forehead.
"At least practicing Aura Sphere… won't cost me any money!"
...
That evening, the Tokyo Evening News published a headline.
[Champion: A Clean Sweep! My Journey Doesn't End Here…
Subtitle: The All-Round Trainer, A Look Back at Natsume-sensei's Championship Journey]
Natsume flipped through the report and suddenly felt a stomachache.
The article portrayed a determined, ever-ascending genius Trainer.
If you covered the name, Natsume would've thought the article was about Red!
But Natsume was used to it by now.
Putting down the newspaper, Natsume opened the System to check the rewards: [Ding! Mission 'Regional League Champion' Complete
Mission Reward: Skill Level-Up Ticket, Random Orange Item · Liechi Berry]
As a berry wholesaler, the System had unlocked a new berry variety.
Brown skin, tender and juicy flesh, even suitable for making drinks…
[Liechi Berry: A legendary berry that grows on Mirage Island, capable of boosting a Pokémon's attack. (No one knows it's lychee.)]
Natsume facepalmed, unable to hold back a complaint. "This is clearly just a lychee, right?!"
In the System Shop, 'Liechi Berry' was also unlocked for exchange at a fair and reasonable price.
Natsume peeled it and took a bite. "It's pretty tasty…"
From the effects, turning it into Pokéblocks could boost a Pokémon's attack power.
Aside from giving it to Growlithe, Natsume eating it himself seemed like a good option too…
As for the 'Skill Level-Up Ticket.'
Without a second thought, Natsume slapped it onto [Cooking].
[Ding! Skill Level-Up!]
[Cooking Lv5: A man at the pinnacle of culinary arts, using techniques to create dishes that briefly glow. (Cooking Master Boy!)]
Natsume: "Glowing or not doesn't matter… as long as it can make clothes explode…"
Of course, the glowing wasn't actual special effects.
It was a visual illusion achieved through heat, ingredients, and other factors.
As for clothes exploding, that was a bit too much…
Using [Cooking Lv5], Natsume prepared a table full of sumptuous dishes, making his little ones drool.
Amidst the commotion, Natsume placed a bowl of 'glowing egg fried rice' in front of the Pokémon egg.
Crack!
A crisp sound.
The little ones stopped moving, looking at each other.
A drop of cold sweat quietly rolled down Natsume's forehead.
Just to eat egg fried rice… Togepi: I'm Splitting Apart
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