Xiao Mei and the Wooloo were enjoying a leisurely time, but Chen Ba and Chen Ma were busy beyond belief.
To prepare enough food for the Wooloo for the winter, they worked from dawn until deep into the night.
Three Miltank had been added to the ranch, which was no small investment. Chen Ba not only expanded the ranch but also almost emptied his savings to finally allow these three “distinguished guests” to stay there temporarily.
The Ministry of Agriculture would later send people for irregular inspections to ensure Chen Ba did not mistreat the Miltank.
Fortunately, these three Miltank were quite impressive; the milk they produced was extremely nutritious and the yield was astonishing, with each producing 20 liters per day, totaling 60 liters from all three in a single day!
Such high-quality milk naturally sold for a high price, and Mr. Li even came to purchase it daily, which prevented Chen Ba’s wallet from becoming too thin.
Besides selling it, a few liters were kept at home, as the newborn Exeggcute needed extra nutrition.
However, the three Miltank consumed more food than ten Wooloo combined, and the amount of food needed for winter reserves was enormous, which undoubtedly greatly increased Chen Ba and Chen Ma's workload.
Despite the hard work, seeing new hope in their lives, they were both pained and happy.
Fortunately, Xiao Mei helped look after the flock, and with it there, Chen Ba and Chen Ma felt much more at ease.
As for the Hydrapple and others who also didn't go to school, Chen Ba and Chen Ma were completely clueless, only knowing that they spent all day wandering around in the mountains.
Even Big Boss himself often couldn't figure out where he would wander that day; his siblings were simply too restless, having almost traversed all the surrounding mountains.
Second Boss and Sixth Leader silently bore the heavy responsibility of traveling, while Third Boss, Si Dang Jia, Wu Dang Jia, and Xiao Qi had been playing to their heart's content recently.
Second Boss always felt that this was not quite what was agreed upon with Chen Kai; shouldn't he be giving orders to his subordinates? How was he now working like a dog for them?
But seeing everyone happy, he could only reluctantly accept it.
Fortunately, as autumn arrived, the special Berry trees brought from the secret realm in their home were laden with fruit emitting an Attract fragrance.
These Berries contained powerful energy, and Pokemon could gain a certain increase in strength after consuming them.
Before the Berries were fully ripe, the Hydrapple took on the important task of guarding the Berry trees. At Big Boss's request, coupled with their instinctive love for the Berries, the serpent-bugs remained calm for several days.
Today, Big Boss was resting under a Berry tree as usual.
Its body was now too large to climb branches as it used to.
Fortunately, most Pokemon, seeing that this was a human courtyard, did not dare to approach easily, so there was peace, and Big Boss was happy to be idle.
Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the Leafage, casting patches of dappled light.
The keen Big Boss quickly noticed something amiss; in the distance, a group of dark figures was rapidly approaching, which turned out to be a Fearow leading a flock of Spearow.
The Fearow had been attracted by the fragrance of the Berries.
They had only been in Zining Mountain for a little over a month, and had previously been taught a lesson by Xiao Mei and its companions.
But these greedy fellows had no memory; this time, they still gathered a large flock of Spearow and aggressively launched an attack on the Berry trees in Chen Kai's courtyard.
Big Boss immediately sent out an urgent signal, waking its other six brothers.
Immediately, Second Boss, Third Boss, Si Dang Jia, Wu Dang Jia, Sixth Leader, and Xiao Qi all quickly poked their heads out to check the situation.
Big Boss stared coldly at the approaching enemies and shouted loudly:
“These stinky birds are back again! Let's unite to protect the Berry trees!”
The Fearow flew close to the Berry trees before discovering the Hydrapple beneath them.
Big Boss's body was now much larger, which made the Fearow and Spearow feel a little intimidated.
But they did not recognize the evolved Big Boss, only thinking that Big Boss was a Bug-type Pokemon, so they were no longer afraid.
The Fearow leader glared fiercely at Big Boss and squawked disdainfully:
“Hmph, green bugs, give up the Berry trees, don't force me to act.
If I act, it won't end well for you!”
Si Dang Jia had a fiery temper. Upon hearing this “bald bird” being so arrogant, daring to call them green bugs?
They were noble Dragons!
It immediately became furious; it had to teach this bald bird a lesson and make it realize why flowers are so red!
It suddenly opened its mouth wide, and a purple energy wave shot out like lightning, heading straight for the Fearow leader.
The Fearow leader was greatly alarmed and quickly dodged.
But the Spearow behind it were not so lucky; Dragon Breath instantly exploded among the flock of Spearow.
Wherever the energy wave reached, the Spearow were knocked off balance by the powerful impact, and their frightened Growl rose and fell.
However, the Spearow were numerous, and the Fearow leader quickly hid behind, commanding its flock to re-form and continue to approach the Berry trees.
Wu Dang Jia was quick-witted, observing the Spearow's attack route while directing everyone to adjust the launch angle of their Syrup Bomb.
Third Boss and Xiao Qi cooperated, and red Syrup Bomb continuously sprayed out from various gaps in the shell.
Although Grass-type energy damage had limited effect on Flying-type Pokemon, it could effectively restrict their movements.
Big Boss and Si Dang Jia, in an orderly manner, fired purple energy waves, continuously bombarding the Fearow leader hiding in the back, forcing the Fearow leader to flee in disarray, incidentally knocking down a large number of Spearow along the way.
Even if a few stronger Fearow broke through the defense, Second Boss and Wu Dang Jia would extend their Dragon Tail from the bottom of the shell and fiercely swat them away.
The Fearow then realized that the situation was bad; it seemed they had been brutally beaten like this when they first came to Zining Mountain.
The Fearow leader was even hit by a Dragon Pulse from Big Boss, smoke rising from its body, and it directly fell to the ground.
The remaining Spearow were beaten back by the powerful attacks of the Hydrapple, their feathers either stuck by Syrup Bomb or scorched by Dragon Pulse, and their bodies suffered varying degrees of injury.
Seeing the unfavorable situation, they knew they would return empty-handed again. The Spearow shrieked unwillingly, wanting to flee in disarray.
Big Boss remained calm on the battlefield, closely observing the situation. Seizing the moment the Fearow tried to escape, it loudly ordered:
“Hmph! Trying to escape? Everyone concentrate Dragon Breath, give them a fatal blow!”
The other six serpent-bugs heard the command, understood, adjusted their positions, and simultaneously opened their mouths.
In an instant, seven different energy waves, like seven giant dragons, converged, forming a huge, colorful torrent of energy that swept towards the flock of Spearow like surging tides.
This was the full-power Random Light, with a power of 160 in the game!
The Spearow were scared out of their wits by this unparalleled powerful energy torrent and desperately tried to dodge.
And wherever the energy torrent passed, the bodies of the Spearow swayed precariously from the impact, and feathers scattered everywhere.
After this Random Light, another portion of Spearow was left behind, with only a small number luckily escaping.
Big Boss slowly walked in front of the Fearow leader and asked majestically, “Do you still remember who I am?”
Second Boss also poked its head out, slapped the Fearow leader across the face, and said teasingly, “Yo! Bald chicken, it's my turn to hit you this time, isn't it!”
At this moment, the Fearow leader was like a drowned rat, looking at the Hydrapple, its fierceness and arrogance long gone from its eyes.
It carefully distinguished before recognizing the Big Boss in front of it. Back then, it had fought with Big Boss and Second Boss, but Big Boss was nowhere near as strong then! How did it become so strong so quickly in such a short time!
Had it known it was the Hydrapple, the Fearow would never have dared to provoke them, especially since behind the Hydrapple was a terrifying Ampharos that it never wanted to encounter in its life.
Previously, Big Boss and Second Boss couldn't stop the Fearow Family and had to rely on Xiao Mei for help. Now, they finally protected the Berry trees with their own strength, directly defeating the Fearow, and the exhilaration in their hearts was indescribably strong!
The Fearow was filled with fear and despair, its voice trembling as it begged Big Boss for mercy:
“Boss… please, spare my life, I will never dare to steal Berries again.”
Big Boss looked at its former rival, and the pride in its heart gradually faded.
It pondered for a moment and slowly said:
“Today I spare your life, but you must remember, these Berry trees are not to be trespassed upon.
If I see you again next time, I will show no mercy.”
Upon hearing this, the Fearow leader nodded repeatedly, saying tearfully with gratitude:
“Thank you, Boss, thank you, Boss! I will definitely remember.”
Then, under the gaze of the Hydrapple, it dragged its scarred body and scurried away in disgrace.
After the Fearow disappeared from sight, Xiao Qi was the first to cheer excitedly.
Then everyone was invigorated and cheered loudly!
Big Boss held its head high, very pleased.
Their cheers echoed in the courtyard.