“How does victory feel?”
Wang Luo looked at Slowpoke and smiled.
“Yadon!”
Slowpoke indicated that it really liked the feeling of victory, but this time it didn't fight enough, and next time it wanted to fight ten.
Now, Slowpoke's eyes radiated confidence.
“Not bad. As a reward, I’ll take you to the city tomorrow to eat something delicious.”
Instantly, upon hearing about delicious food, Slowpoke, who had been maintaining its expert demeanor, couldn't hold back and started drooling profusely.
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The next day, Wang Luo once again took the bus to the city.
As for Slowpoke, it was naturally recalled into its Poké Ball first. Currently, Slowpoke hadn't been registered with the Trainer Association yet, so it couldn't freely move about.
Therefore, this trip to the city was not only to replenish Slowpoke's food at the Pokémon Department Store, but more importantly, to register Slowpoke at the Trainer Association. Otherwise, the plan to take Slowpoke for a big meal would fall through.
As if sensing Wang Luo's thoughts, the Poké Ball in his hand shook a few times.
“Don’t worry, the big meal I promised you won’t be forgotten. How about I take you for grilled fish today?”
Hearing Wang Luo’s words, Slowpoke indeed quieted down.
Wang Luo smiled helplessly. This guy was truly a foodie. From now on, he could use the food-temptation method for training.
Half an hour later, the bus entered the urban area. Looking at the scene of humans and Pokémon coexisting on both sides of the road, Wang Luo still couldn't help but sigh.
Now, Pokémon have integrated into all walks of life in society. The police force has Growlithe, the fire department has various Water-type Pokémon, and electric-type Pokémon are essentially indispensable at power stations. Even at Wang Luo's home, having two Pokémon help with planting berries makes things much more convenient.
Soon, the bus arrived at the stop near the Trainer Association.
The Trainer Association was easy to find; it was the most magnificent building in the city.
According to the Hua Country Alliance regulations, the Trainer Association, Pokémon Center, Pokémon Gym, and Pokémon Patrol Office are the four essential power institutions in every city.
Among them, the Trainer Association is responsible for managing Trainers and their Pokémon, including Pokémon registration, Trainer level assessments, and task assignments.
The Pokémon Center is mainly responsible for the treatment of Pokémon and accommodation for traveling Trainers.
As for human medical care, of course, they go to hospitals. Hospitals are now also equipped with many healing Pokémon, and many healing Pokémon can even cure some diseases that humans are helpless against.
From colds and superficial wounds to fractures and surgeries, with the assistance of healing Pokémon, doctors find things much more convenient. One Heal Pulse is enough to increase a doctor's treatment efficiency by more than half.
The Gym, on the other hand, is a city's emblem and symbol. Generally speaking, the Gym Leader represents the city's main Pokémon breeding direction, and the Gym is responsible for accepting official challenges from some Trainers and providing guidance to Trainers.
And the Pokémon Patrol Office is responsible for urban security, exploration of secret realms, and dealing with wild Pokémon, with Pokémon Forest Rangers belonging to this agency.
Don't think that the current wild areas of Blue Star are very safe. The edges of human activity areas are currently protected by countless Forest Rangers and Alliance Patrol Officers. Once you venture beyond human activity areas, you will experience what humanity faced hundreds of years ago.
Some desolate areas are even suspected to house legendary Pokémon, and top human Trainers dare not venture there, as no one wants to face the wrath of a legendary Pokémon directly.
Upon entering the Trainer Association, the ground floor lobby is where registrations are handled. In the center of the lobby, there is a large electronic screen displaying various tasks for the city, which are, of course, aimed at Trainers; ordinary people would find them very difficult to complete.
After a series of tests and questions, Slowpoke’s registration was quickly completed. Now, Slowpoke can move freely in certain areas.
Of course, some public areas are still not allowed.
This is already very good. Large Pokémon like Rhyperior, Snorlax, and Gyarados, even after being registered, are not allowed to be released in the city.
After getting the permit, Wang Luo released Slowpoke, ready to find a grilled fish restaurant for a big meal. Slowpoke was already impatient, its small tail wagging.
“Oh? This grilled fish restaurant is good! It allows Pokémon inside, and Pokémon get a 10% discount. Nice, this is the one.”
After walking for a while, he finally found a grilled fish restaurant that allowed Pokémon to dine, and it was having a grand opening promotion, offering a discount for Pokémon dining.
The restaurant was almost full, mostly with people who had brought their Pokémon. They were all chatting and laughing, which indicated the food tasted good.
“Welcome! Please come in, handsome sir.”
The server saw Wang Luo with his Pokémon and quickly came forward to greet him enthusiastically.
After all, Pokémon have large appetites, and even with a 10% discount, they could still make a lot of money. If Wang Luo had brought a big eater like Snorlax, he could have gone straight into a private room.
After being seated, Wang Luo ordered one grilled fish for himself and two for Slowpoke. Slowpoke had won beautifully yesterday, so it deserved a good reward.
“Alright, please wait a moment. The grilled fish will be ready soon. Enjoy your meal!”
After a while, the human and the Pokémon began to devour their food. The grilled fish at this place indeed tasted good.
However, when it came time to pay, seeing the five hundred yuan bill still made Wang Luo feel a sharp pang in his heart.
Indeed, being a Trainer was not that easy; it was mainly about burning money.
But seeing Slowpoke so satisfied, Wang Luo felt relieved again. Effort always pays off, and he believed in Slowpoke as much as he believed in himself.
“Slowpoke, train hard from now on. If you do well, I’ll bring you here again.”
“Yadon!”
For grilled fish, I think I can do it!
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Looking at the Pokémon Department Store standing before him, Wang Luo knew that now was the real time to spend money.
He returned to the counter where he had previously bought Pokémon food. This time, he planned to buy intermediate energy cubes.
Slowpoke had now passed its infancy. It could certainly continue to eat Pokémon food and beginner energy cubes, but if it ate intermediate energy cubes, it wouldn't need to eat Pokémon food anymore, and the effect would be better, though the price would naturally be higher.
“Sir, what can I help you with?”
Looking at the young man standing before her with Slowpoke, the sales Miss politely smiled and asked.
Slowpoke in Wang Luo's arms looked at the various Pokémon snacks, energy cubes, and different types of milk on the shelves, and it couldn't help but swallow its saliva.
Wang Luo patted Slowpoke to comfort it, then said to the saleswoman, “Do you have energy cubes specifically for Pokémon like Slowpoke?”
The saleswoman said, “Yes, we do, but exclusive Pokémon food needs to be custom-made. We don’t have any in stock right now. If you need it, we can customize matching energy cubes based on your Pokémon’s condition.”
The sales Miss was very patient, but after glancing at Wang Luo’s ordinary clothes, she still offered a reminder.
“Although custom-made exclusive energy cubes are more effective than regular energy cubes, their price is also correspondingly higher than regular energy cubes.”
Wang Luo nodded. He was, of course, aware of this; you get what you pay for. However, he didn't want to shortchange Slowpoke, fearing it would bury Slowpoke's talent.