The Mudkips and Marshtomps, who were heartily feasting on various foods, suddenly saw the Swampert Elder and another Swampert slowly approaching them.
The originally delicious food in their hands instantly became tasteless.
They immediately put down their food and, without hesitation, turned and rushed towards the Swampert Elder and her companion.
Leading the charge was the Marshtomp that had previously peeked its head out of the bushes and stared at Zhang Heng for a long time.
Who would have thought that this seemingly dull and slow little guy would be so agile and swift, running faster than all its peers!
It spread its arms, its small butt wiggling, looking incredibly cute, so much so that even the serious researcher Chen Xue couldn't help but laugh out loud.
As a highly skilled and experienced medical professional, Zhang Heng could tell at a glance that the supported Swampert was in poor health.
Although she seemed to have no obvious external injuries, her movements were extremely difficult.
She held one hand over her abdomen, her body was thin, and her skin was dry, as if she was carrying a heavy burden.
Seeing this, Zhang Heng immediately activated his system ability to investigate this new Swampert.
Pokémon: Swampert (Weak, Pregnant)
Type: Ground, Water
Level: 36 Lord-level combat power
Potential: Quasi-Champion level
Terastallization Type: Water
Nature: Modest (Sp. Atk ↑, Atk ↓)
Ability: Torrent
Friendship: 0
Held Item: Broken Ground Z (Cannot be used in battle)
Special Ability Bonus: None
Learned Moves: Mud Shot, Water Gun, Hydro Pump, Uproar, Rock Smash, Muddy Water
Egg Moves: Ancient Power, Curse
TM Moves: None
He discovered that although the Swampert appeared unharmed externally, it concealed an astonishing secret internally.
Upon closer inspection, he was surprised to realize that this Swampert was pregnant!
“Hmm? Pregnant?” He couldn't help but murmur to himself.
This discovery greatly astonished him, as he had never before considered that such a large and mighty creature would also have a time for bearing offspring.
Thus, it could be inferred that this Swampert should be female and was currently pregnant.
However, what was worse was that due to her pregnancy, the Swampert's body became extremely weak.
She not only needed to bear the nutrient consumption required for her own Growth but also had to transport a large amount of nutrients to the young in her womb.
This double burden made her condition increasingly difficult and worrisome.
It was imaginable that while she was struggling to maintain her life, she also had to ensure the healthy Growth of the fetus, which was undoubtedly an extremely arduous task.
However, this Swampert's aptitude was quite good, one could even say above average.
Among the many wild Pokémon encountered before, her aptitude was the highest, even surpassing that One-Eyed Marshstomp.
This aptitude meant that this Swampert possessed even greater potential and room for development.
If she could receive proper training and cultivation, she would undoubtedly become an exceptionally powerful Pokémon in the future.
Wait a minute?
Broken Ground Z?
It's a z-crystal!
It seems that the z-crystal's feedback is what allowed the Swampert to have Quasi-Champion aptitude while also maintaining her vital signs, allowing her to live until now.
The Pokémon world's battle system is consistent with what Zhang Heng understands, including Mega Evolution, Z-Moves, Gigantamax, and Terastallization, these four types.
And the necessary condition for a z-crystal to activate Z-Moves is to unleash the natural power of “Z-Power” from the z-crystal, enhancing a Pokémon's move into a powerful special move, usable only once per battle.
There are many types of z-crystals, corresponding to 18 types, as well as some specific Pokémon.
A Pokémon holding a z-crystal can transform the corresponding move into a Z-Move during battle.
Generic z-crystals only require learning a move of the corresponding type to transform that move into a Z-Move; while exclusive z-crystals require learning a specific move, such as Snorlax needing to learn Giga Impact to use its exclusive Z-Move, Pulverizing Pancake.
Currently, this world has only discovered Z-Moves and some Mega Evolution; Terastallization and Gigantamax have not yet been discovered or developed.
Z-Moves and Mega Evolution only require the corresponding items, while Terastallization and Gigantamax require the power of First-Level Gods, specifically Terapagos, the Pokémon of the Terastal phenomenon, and Eternatus, the legendary Pokémon with the Gigantamax core and highest base stats.
The requirements are quite strict, and these two Pokémon are not yet recorded in this world.
After a brief moment of contemplation, Zhang Heng finally came back to his senses.
He quickly jogged forward, carefully helping the Swampert into the camp.
At this time, the people who were resting in the camp were also startled by the sudden commotion.
Chen Chunjiang was the first to step out of the tent, followed closely by Ou Yishu.
They both quickly walked to Zhang Heng's side and carefully observed the Swampert.
Chen Chunjiang was indeed a doctor; he immediately saw the problem: “This Swampert should be pregnant.”
His tone was very certain, clearly indicating a deep understanding and research of the Pokémon in the Wilderness Area.
Zhang Heng nodded, agreeing with Chen Chunjiang's assessment.
He then said, “That's right, and she hasn't eaten for a long time, so she's very weak.
When we found the Mudkip community, she wasn't there, so she must have gone out to find food for the community.”
Ou Yishu, upon hearing this, quickly turned back to the camp to retrieve some food.
And the anxious Marshtomp quickly handed its own food to the Swampert, as if hoping to help.
The Swampert looked gratefully at Ou Yishu and the Marshtomp, but she did not accept the food.
She just gently stroked the Marshtomp's head, as if telling them that she was fine.
This exchange of maternal affection moved everyone present.
Zhang Heng slowly shook his head and said, “In an extremely weak state, she cannot eat.
We must adopt a gentle and nourishing method.”
After saying this, he began to carefully examine the Swampert's body.
At the same time, he also took out some glucose-like medication from his backpack, preparing to give the Swampert an intravenous drip.
Not only that, Zhang Heng took out an oxygen concentrator and placed it on the Swampert, which would allow more oxygen to enter the Swampert's body, thereby ensuring a good living environment for the young.
After doing all these things, Zhang Heng took out a bottle of special mucus and evenly applied it to the Swampert's skin, so that her previously dry skin would become moist again, which would also help the Swampert recover faster.
At this moment, the surroundings were silent, and no one made a sound.
Everyone's gaze was fixed on Zhang Heng, as if he had become the center of the world.
They silently observed Zhang Heng's every subtle movement, not missing any detail.
They all marveled at his medical skill.
From nine at night until one in the morning, Zhang Heng devoted himself entirely to the Swampert's treatment.
He would closely monitor the Swampert's changes and adjust the treatment plan in a timely manner to ensure that every step achieved good results.
Only after the condition of the Swampert and the young in her womb stabilized did he collapse by the campfire in the camp and fall into a deep sleep.
