Pokemon : I Am A Breeder/Champion

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What Evan said undoubtedly shocked everyone.

"It doesn't have to be like this, right?"

"How much will it cost to expand directly?" Aunt Jenn asked hurriedly, trying to dissuade him. 

"There's no need to tear down the orphanage and rebuild it just because you want to open a store," she added, her tone filled with concern. The other caretakers nodded in agreement.

"Really, it's not necessary," they echoed.

However, Evan shook his head firmly. "Although the orphanage is fine for now," he began, "it's still too small, isn't it? When these kids grow up, they'll need their own rooms. And what if more children come to us in the future? It's better to solve everything now, once and for all."

He continued, "You all remember the last accident. That Tauros rampaged through and destroyed part of the orphanage. I paid for repairs, but it still isn't strong enough. Now that we have the funds, why not rebuild it properly? And while we're at it, let's expand the land too. It'll make everything easier in the future."

Turning to Aunt Jenn, he added, "So, you don't need to persuade me. That's my decision. We'll talk to the neighbors about buying the surrounding land and expanding the orphanage."

Evan's resolve left everyone exchanging uncertain glances. At that moment, Isla spoke up. 

"Mom!" she exclaimed. "Just listen to Brother Evan. He's been making a lot of money recently. I saw him get tons of orders today. This expense is nothing to him now. And it'll make Luna and the others so much happier to have more space and better facilities."

She knew her mother was used to being thrifty and wasn't easily swayed, but she wanted her to see reason. Evan's vision for the orphanage was a worthy investment.

Aunt Jenn hesitated but finally sighed after hearing her daughter and the others, including Daniel and Michael, join in to persuade her. "Fine," she relented. "You handle it. I trust you."

Evan smiled warmly. "Great! Tomorrow, I'll reach out to those families about buying their properties. Most of them don't live here anymore and have been trying to sell their land. This area's so remote that it hasn't attracted much attention."

He added, "Once I've sorted things out with the Land Management Bureau, we'll get the permits and start construction. Aunt Jenn, in the meantime, start tidying up. Don't hold onto things that aren't useful anymore—just toss them. We'll replace everything with new items."

"The rebuilding process will only take a few days. During that time, everyone can stay at the Pokémon Breeding House nearby. It'll be comfortable enough for a short while."

Evan's decisiveness set the wheels in motion. Everyone nodded in agreement, trusting his plan.

When the children heard about the upcoming changes, they were thrilled. This orphanage was their home, and the thought of a bigger, stronger, and better-equipped place to live was beyond exciting. 

The promise of having their own rooms, new facilities, and a safer environment filled them with joy.

That evening, after dinner, Evan returned to his home. After freshening up, he began outlining the details of the project. His budget was 30 million Pokédollars, enough to buy the surrounding land, rebuild the orphanage entirely, and construct a three-story store at the entrance to the road. 

The store, complete with warehouses, would sell energy cubes and other goods, creating a steady income to support the orphanage. 

The orphanage itself would be expanded significantly, with modern facilities added to ensure the children's comfort and safety.

Evan's vision was clear, and his determination to create a better future for the orphanage fueled his efforts. Everyone knew that by the time the project was complete, the children would have a home they could cherish for years to come.

Evan envisioned a dedicated space for producing low-level energy cubes—a place where Aunt Jenn and the others could work comfortably, without being cramped in a tiny space.

At the same time, Evan thought of a way to bring their loved ones back. Many of the caretakers' husbands worked in the city center, far from home. If their wages could be matched locally, it would be far better for them to work together here than to labor for someone else.

"Maybe I can help them build a better life," Evan mused. "Just relying on energy cubes, they'll have enough to get by. If we produce more than we need, they can sell the surplus. Several families working together could study new techniques and earn a good living."

After sketching a simple blueprint, Evan made the most of the land he planned to buy. The design included a dedicated workspace for energy cube production, as well as a training ground for the children and Pokémon.

Rebuilding the orphanage required a report to the city authorities, but that was merely a formality. The orphanage, as a semi-official institution, already received annual subsidies from the Pokémon League. Though modest, these funds were a dependable source of income, and Evan knew the process would be straightforward.

With his plans finalized for the day, Evan went to bed.

The next morning, he woke early, energized for the tasks ahead. For now, he decided to delay making energy cubes himself. Instead, he assigned Isla and the others to start processing the berries they'd gathered.

"Prepare everything so we can make the cubes when I get back," Evan instructed. The kids had learned the process just the day before, so he was confident they'd manage without trouble.

After setting things in motion, Evan prepared to head to the city. He brought along Gardevoir, Lurantis, and Pidgeot for safety, while Charmeleon, Pikachu, and Gallade stayed behind at the breeding house. Gallade, as always, was capable of handling anything that came up.

Evan chose to keep his Pokémon in their Poké Balls for the journey and took the bus to the city. While riding, a thought struck him.

"Should I get a rideable Pokémon?" he pondered. "Taking the bus all the time isn't ideal." But then, he realized there was no rush—Growlithe would soon hatch, and when it evolved into Arcanine, he'd have a perfect ride.

"Patience," he told himself with a grin, leaning back in his seat.

To pass the time, Evan scrolled through his phone and noticed Colton had sent several pictures of scenic landscapes from his travels. What really caught Evan's attention, though, was that Colton wasn't traveling alone—he had a female companion.

Evan felt a surge of competitive irritation. "Show-off!" he muttered. Then, in an inspired fit of playful vengeance, he sent Colton a few photos of his Shiny Pokémon: Shiny Gardevoir, Shiny Lurantis, and Shiny Pidgeot.

"Girl? Pfft. Do you have Pokémon as rare as mine?" Evan thought smugly. "I bet she's just tagging along because she knows you'll cover the travel expenses. Meanwhile, I've got Gardevoir sticking to me because she wants to, not because I paid for her."

Feeling much better after his little outburst, Evan stowed his phone and enjoyed the rest of the ride.

Once in the city, Evan headed straight to the Civil Engineering and Construction Bureau. He explained his plans to rebuild the orphanage, and the staff immediately took him seriously.

This was no ordinary project—it was for a semi-official institution that benefited the community. The staff quickly escalated his request to their superiors, and everything proceeded smoothly.