Pokémon: Starting with a Bound Entry System

Chapter 179: Serperior's Gratitude

Hikaru's words made Mew giggle awkwardly, covering its mouth as it floated around.

After watching the visions from the Time Flowers, Lance furrowed his brows.

But his expression quickly returned to normal as he turned his gaze toward Mew.

"Alright, I'll investigate it when I get back. But with Mew here, there shouldn't be much of a problem, right?"

Even though he didn't know the exact origins of those Ghost-type trainers,

The fact that all of them used Ghost Pokémon was a distinctive trait—which should make tracking them down much easier.

Mew, however, hid behind Hikaru without saying a word.

It still wanted to stay and listen to more stories.

Hikaru sighed internally.

Mew needed to watch over the World Tree at all times.

But for Hikaru to continuously earn ability points, Mew had to stay near him regularly.

Or rather—

Mew had to be close to him at specific intervals so that Hikaru's [Joyful Conversion] ability could work.

This created a loop—

Even if Mew traveled all the way from the Qinling Mountains to find Hikaru,

There could still be moments where it failed to protect the tree,

Like with those Ghost-type trainers before.

Hikaru recalled that he once had a green ability that allowed for instant teleportation.

But it had limited uses—and it was already used up.

Moreover, its restrictions had been too severe.

It looked like the only way was to wish for a new purple-tier ability: [Teleportation].

Such an ability would be immensely valuable.

At the very least, it would have to be a high-tier skill.

But for now, he could only wait and see.

"Mew, take care of the World Tree properly, okay? If anything happens, I'll call you~"

Hikaru winked at Mew.

Mew was confused at first, but after remembering how Hikaru had summoned it earlier,

It immediately understood and nodded.

It covered its mouth with a mischievous smile, then slowly vanished from sight.

Stealth mode.

Lance, who had been watching their exchange, couldn't quite follow their silent conversation.

But he knew one thing for sure—

There was definitely a secret between them.

Still, he didn't press further.

This kid—being able to form bonds with Mythical Pokémon was impressive enough.

As for whether Hikaru captured Mew…

That was too far-fetched. It was unrealistic.

Just forming a friendship with it was already an incredible feat.

—

By the time Hikaru and Lance flew back to their previous location,

They were both stunned.

The Serperior from before had returned.

It remained stationary, lifting its elegant head and gazing toward the World Tree.

It was waiting for someone.

Both the League President and Granny looked utterly dumbfounded.

Just a while ago, this Serperior was at death's door—

Now it was perfectly fine?

Was this some kind of magic trick?

As Hikaru and Latias landed, his eyelids twitched.

He hadn't expected Serperior to still be here, waiting for him.

"Serperior…"

Seeing Hikaru descend, the Regal Pokémon finally began to move.

Hikaru, sensing the intense gazes from the others, chuckled helplessly.

"You haven't left yet?"

Serperior froze.

Wasn't he just trying to capture it earlier?

Now he sounded like he wanted it to hurry up and go?

Of course, Hikaru didn't actually mean that—

But this situation was hard to explain.

Just minutes ago, Serperior was on the verge of death,

And now it was fully healed?

Lance seemed somewhat unsurprised.

While he was definitely shocked by Serperior's sudden recovery,

He remembered the World Tree's miraculous properties,

So he accepted it.

But for Granny—

It was an entirely different story.

She was an expert-level Breeder.

She knew all too well that Pokémon had strong self-healing abilities.

But only to an extent.

It was like a spring—

If you stretched it within its limits, it would bounce back.

But if you overextended it—

It needed a Breeder's help to repair it.

By all logic—

This Serperior should have been beyond repair.

Yet here it was, completely restored.

"This is… unbelievable… utterly unbelievable…"

Granny muttered in disbelief.

This completely shattered her worldview.

Serperior, meanwhile, slightly lowered its head.

A few multi-colored berries floated toward Hikaru, gently wrapped in its vines.

[S-Rank Miracle Berry (50 Years) – Greatly boosts Special Attack.]

[S-Rank Wind Berry (52 Years) – Enhances energy flow efficiency.]

A total of five berries—each one an S-rank treasure.

Three boosted Special Attack.

One increased energy output speed.

And the last one—the Breath Berry—restored stamina.

Some of them looked fresh, while others were slightly dried, but still held abundant energy.

Clearly—

This was Serperior's greatest show of sincerity.

"These… are for me?"

Serperior nodded.

A Regal Pokémon never accepted favors without repayment.

"This… isn't necessary…"

Before Hikaru could finish his sentence—

Serperior forced the berries into his arms.

"I do not wish to be indebted."

Its crimson eyes gleamed with determination.

Even if these berries were precious,

They weren't as valuable as its life.

After handing over the gift, it prepared to leave.

"Wait, Serperior."

A thought suddenly crossed Hikaru's mind.

These treasured berries—

If they were simply eaten, their effects would be limited.

But Hikaru was a certified Expert Breeder.

If he crafted them into Pokéblocks—

Their effects could be amplified significantly.

And since Serperior was still wild,

Why not split the benefits?

If it got used to Hikaru's Pokéblocks,

Wouldn't that increase the chance of recruiting it later?

An early investment.

"Serperior?"

Under everyone's curious stares, Hikaru pulled out a Pokéblock Blender from his backpack.

"Kiddo, are you… making Pokéblocks?"

Granny was intrigued.

"Yeah, give me a moment."

Hikaru smiled apologetically.

Since everyone had stayed behind for him,

The least he could do was not waste their time.

"Oh, no rush. I'd love to see your Pokéblock technique."

Granny lit up with anticipation.

The League President was also curious.

A Trainer with such exceptional talent—

And now an Expert Breeder as well?

This was unbelievable.

Hikaru wasted no time.

He wrapped the berries in Aura, carefully chopping and blending them.

His movements—

Were so precise and practiced,

They seemed effortless.

At first, Granny watched with expectation.

But as she observed closely,

Her expression grew more serious.

She realized—

She had underestimated this boy.

His energy control was—

Absolutely flawless.

Not a single ounce of power was wasted.

Compared to him…

She felt inferior.

"…Done!!"

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