Chapter 70: Oh No, This Fish Has Gone Crazy
Ah! Diligence! What a wonderful word!
Hahaha, Elder Brother, if I catch you today! After the match tomorrow, will you tell me another short story? I arrived late, and I’m very curious about the short stories Li Wei told you before!
The kind with picture books! Pear paste~~~~”
The Magikarp, nagging as always, excitedly flapped in the water, calling out to Riolu.
Riolu actually quite liked the Magikarp.
He liked diligent, hardworking, and strong people/Pokémon.
After learning about Pokémon, Riolu discovered that this Magikarp was definitely a top-tier existence among its kind. Although its current strength was inferior to his, if it encountered an opportunity and evolved in due time, it would undergo a qualitative leap.
“You too, keep it up! Li Wei said that after you evolve, you’ll be a legendary figure.”
Riolu encouraged the Magikarp.
“Really! That’s great! Last time I saw the evolution chart Li Wei drew for me! Ah, that handsome blue figure, I really love it!
I will work hard!
But I heard from Sister Eevee that it’s best to accumulate enough energy in your body before evolving, and evolving when you reach a saturated state is the optimal solution?”
After praising him, Magikarp continued to ask Riolu.
After all, he was just a novice who had just started out, and he still had a lot of knowledge he didn’t understand about ‘becoming stronger’. Even after asking Li Wei, he always had many questions he wanted to ask.
But seeing Li Wei busy memorizing books every day, he tried his best to suppress the desire to talk to Li Wei. When Riolu and Eevee were not very busy, he preferred to ask these two ‘seniors’ for advice.
“Li Wei said so, and Doctor Liu, who gave you a physical examination, also suggested the same. They all say you have unlimited potential, so you must work harder!”
“Karoo!!! I will work harder! Elder Brother! Let’s start training!”
“Okay!”
Meanwhile, Eevee, who had transformed into Vaporeon and was undergoing her daily training, took a deep breath as she listened to the conversation between the two who were not acting like Pokémon.
She felt out of place with this diligent duo.
Too scary, too scary.
She had decided to slack off, but seeing Riolu speed across the swimming pool at a speed that was difficult for the naked eye to track, and the Magikarp in the water following at an absurd speed, Eevee inexplicably felt a sense of panic.
‘Ah… so annoying!!!!’
Annoyed, she turned her head and walked to the side of the landscape lake in the courtyard, then plunged into the water with a splash, starting her cultivation.
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It was 4:40 PM, and it was almost time for the interview.
Mr. Mime put down his work and came to Li Wei’s side, telling him that he had received instructions from Tian Lan to help him tidy up his appearance.
“Huh? Really???”
Li Wei was surprised to hear this news.
After all…
Teacher Mr. Mime?
This title sounds like it has that kind of vibe, doesn’t it?
“Gulp.”
He was a little flustered, but considering that his mother would never trick him when it came to ‘beauty’ or ‘ugliness’, he gritted his teeth and let Mr. Mime mess with him.
Mr. Mime, who had inherited his mother’s true art, was also proficient in styling. He chose a few clothes from Li Wei’s closet and asked Li Wei to put them on, and the effect was surprisingly good.
It had a somewhat homey style, but it didn’t look too casual on camera.
It also matched his own ‘dull’ and ‘sleepy’ aura. For a moment, Li Wei, feeling a bit narcissistic, even wanted to hand over the authority to buy his future clothes to Mr. Mime.
No…
Let Eevee learn from Mr. Mime!
Let Eevee go shopping from now on!
ovo
While Li Wei was imagining this, Mr. Mime, with a sly smile, walked towards him carrying a small box.
“Bari~”
【 It’s starting now~】
After issuing a reminder with ill intentions, he mercilessly controlled Li Wei with psychic power.
He opened the box, took out various bottles and jars, and began to mess with Li Wei’s face.
Starting from washing his face and wiping it, to later applying various strange things to his face.
Li Wei’s mood shifted from confusion to heavy.
Every time Mr. Mime took something out of the box, Li Wei’s mind would yell, ‘No way! There’s more!!!’
Finally, after Mr. Mime clapped his hands with satisfaction and stopped controlling Li Wei with psychic power, Li Wei, like a husky whose leash had been let go, rushed to the bathroom mirror.
But Li Wei, standing in front of the mirror, was stunned.
I don’t understand, why is there a handsome young man in the mirror.
Unlike his usual contemplative state, Li Wei was even surprised by his reflection this time.
His face was still his own, and the contours of his features had not changed.
But why! Why was he really so much more handsome!!
The delicate red eyeshadow he imagined, the high nose bridge, the highlighter, the eyeliner – none of it appeared…
No, perhaps there was, but he couldn’t tell.
This looks great!
He didn’t remember, but Mr. Mime had also put something on his lips, but it was a natural color, as if nothing had happened. It was within his acceptance level.
Exquisite, but not ostentatious.
In terms of his aesthetics, he could accept this kind of ‘makeup’.
I like it, I like it.
‘It’s quite good???’ For a moment, Li Wei’s frustration completely dissipated, leaving only his love for his handsome reflection in the mirror.
Unable to resist, he took out his phone and took a picture of himself looking so handsome.
【 I don’t understand, why am I handsome again today.】
Then he posted it on Moments.
A little intoxicated.
Mr. Mime’s skills were incredible, he had to ask for advice another day.
If he learned a little bit and tidied himself up after his morning exercises every day, wouldn’t he be able to square his already stunning handsomeness?
At this moment, Mr. Mime in another room, looking at Li Wei’s selfie on Moments, silently took a screenshot.
【 The cub has successfully entered the Top Four in the match. Official League personnel will be here for an interview soon. He is very excited right now.
Tian Lan asked me to help him with his styling. The cub is a bit proud and doesn’t tell me he likes it, but he secretly posted on Moments.
Is this what humans are like? Quite cute.】
【 Image】
【 Visible to some friends only】
Li Wei, who had deliberately blocked his parents, posted such a message on their private Pokémon channel.
As expected, not long after posting, he received a lot of comments.
【 Gallade: Is this the cub! I like it, I like it. I’ll go discuss it with Gardevoir now.】
【 Delibird: I have to give the cub a hug when I get back.】
【 Florges: As expected of the cub, feels like he hasn’t grown up yet.】
……
At 5:10 PM, with a phone call, Li Wei called back the Pokémon who were training in the courtyard, signaling them to go to the gym to practice, and then went to the door with Mr. Mime and Dragonair to welcome the official interviewers.
After showing his hospitality as a host, he tacitly allowed the reporters to take a few pictures of the courtyard, and then invited the staff to sit in the living room of the house.
Mr. Mime was usually unreliable, but when it came to hosting guests, he had a whole set of etiquette, from placing slippers at the entrance, to pulling out chairs when they were seated, and now serving tea.
He displayed impeccable demeanor.
As for Li Wei, his job was to be a mascot, maintaining a polite smile.
“This interview will be conducted via video. Here are the questions we will ask you. Li Wei, please take a look first, and we will start recording after you have thought about your answers.”
“Oh, okay.”
Saying that, Li Wei took the documents handed over by the staff and began to flip through them.
The first few questions were rather general.
1. What are your thoughts after entering the Top Four?
Thoughts? What thoughts could there be… ordinary, boring, and uninteresting.
Li Wei’s answer in the actual recording:
【 It’s impossible to say I have no feelings, I’m very excited. I feel like my efforts over the past two months have not been in vain, and my hard work has paid off. I am very happy. Also, my Pokémon Riolu enjoys battling very much. While on a winning streak, he is also enjoying the process of battling. I am very happy to have this opportunity to grow together with my Pokémon.】
2. What is your goal for tomorrow’s championship match?
Champion, does this even need to be asked?
Li Wei’s answer in the actual recording:
【 If possible, I hope to be the champion! After all, the Youth Tournament is only once in a lifetime for everyone. I still hope to achieve a very good ranking. But it’s okay even if I fail, because my Pokémon and I have worked hard. I can accept any outcome tomorrow.】
3. Please comment on your opponent for tomorrow.
A minor trick, a heretical path, not worth mentioning.
【 Are you referring to the trainer with the Drowzee? I feel he is a very powerful and inspirational person. From what I understand, nurturing Psychic-type Pokémon also requires very strict demands on the trainer. To gain the trust of a Psychic-type Pokémon and cultivate a strong bond in just two months, and to develop a unique fighting style, I think he is a formidable opponent worthy of respect.】
4. Predict the match situation for tomorrow. Do you think you will win? What are your thoughts on the matches in the other group?
The match situation tomorrow? I, Li Wei, will be the champion! As for the other group, there’s no need to think about it, how could that Beedrill be a match for Mo Jiu’s Morpeko.
【 The match situation tomorrow, to be honest, it’s really difficult to predict anything unless you watch it from the first-person perspective. But I think I will win, and I think Trainer Mo Jiu will win in the other group.】
5. Then, Trainer Li Wei, can you share your insights on nurturing Pokémon?
What insights? Just go for it! Let the Pokémon do things, let them figure out the methods themselves, think outside the box, mathematics and science are the best in the world, and spiritual energy revival is eternal!
【 I believe that to nurture excellent Pokémon, at the very least, the trainer and Pokémon must be of one mind. Trainers need to know their Pokémon’s personality, disposition, and what they are thinking. Trainers are like parents and older brothers to their Pokémon; they need to provide care, not just constant training, and think about what the Pokémon can give you in return.
Because Pokémon are our family, an indispensable part of the family. I hope my Pokémon have healthy bodies and happy childhoods and lives, so I will not force them to do any training.
Once this kind of emotional bond is established, training becomes much easier, and often twice the result with half the effort. At this point, Pokémon who understand your intentions will often give you 120% or more feedback and rewards.
Even if material limitations exist, if they are compensated mentally, they will still grow well. Moreover, as the bond grows stronger day by day, one day in the future, the power of this bond will cause the Pokémon to unleash unparalleled and extraordinary potential.】
Listening to Li Wei’s answer, Mr. Mime, who was acting as a butler by his side, struck a pose as if wiping away tears, and then, while turning back to ‘wipe his tears,’ he took out his phone and typed furiously before sending another post on Moments.
【 Wuwuwuwu, what the cub said in the interview really touched me wuwuwuwu. The cub said we are family, wuwuwuwuwu, I don’t know why I really want to cry when I hear this.】
【 Gallade: Am I considered an adoptive father?】
【 Delibird: Am I an uncle?】
【 Gardevoir: @Gallade, Li Yuan Sheng: ‘Little brother, what are you talking about?’】
【 Mawile: I would be very happy if he called me older sister.】
【 Swampert: It’s over, I can already imagine the sound of the cub sweetly calling me older brother.】
【 Latios: Hiss····】
5 Milotic: @Latios, are you back online after finishing your mission?】
……
Without Li Wei knowing, Mr. Mime’s Moments triggered another wave of discussions, and various ‘perverts’ and ‘fangirls’ emerged.
Li Wei’s interview was described as explosive, logical, and in-depth. The interviewer was extremely satisfied, secretly thinking, ‘As expected of Li Yuan Sheng’s son, he’s simply perfectly excellent!’
The staff member, who was preparing to return and praise the young master born with a silver spoon to his colleagues, retracted their interview documents with a smile.
“Thank you for your cooperation. The interview is now concluded.”
“Alright, thank you for your hard work, thank you for your hard work.”
Li Wei escorted them to the parking lot in the courtyard and waved goodbye as they left. He then turned back into the room, went to the Pokémon still training in the gym, and sighed at the Magikarp, who was splashing water on the floor and occasionally relying on Eevee to condense Water-type energy to ‘save himself’.
“I say, Magikarp, there’s no need to push yourself so hard. You can just practice in the water. Why are you on the treadmill?”
“Karoo! Karoo karoo!”
【 I am breaking through my own limits! I heard from Elder Brother Riolu that Li Wei has told you many stories, and in many stories, the protagonists become stronger by breaking through their own limits! Therefore, I believe that only by challenging myself can I become stronger!】
He said it so eloquently that Li Wei was momentarily speechless.
Yes, that’s what he said, but those were just excuses he used to trick Eevee into training!!!!
Suddenly, after an honest person took him seriously, why did he feel so guilty?
“But isn’t it uncomfortable for you to train like this?”
Although diligent Pokémon are a good thing, Li Wei still remembered that Magikarp was a fish. He was a little worried about him training out of water for extended periods.
“Karoo!! Karoo-roo-karoo!”
【 Hmph! I was prepared for this! I’m very smart!!!
I can now skillfully control Hydro Pump and use it. When I train, I will condense two Hydro Pumps next to my gills for breathing. Also, I found that even when I’m out of the water, I can hold my breath for over thirty minutes!!
And!! I recently discovered that I seem to be able to breathe here now! Although it’s only for a short time, occasionally just once! But I think this is a precursor to my evolution!!!
I heard! My evolution allows me to survive out of water!! So I must work hard!!!
Wahahahaha!!! I can already see the dawn of victory!!! I will soon be able to go to various restaurants with you all to eat lots and lots and lots of delicious food!】
Saying that, Magikarp became even more excited, arched its back, leaped high, turned, and slammed its tail hard against the treadmill’s control panel.
At this moment, the treadmill belt beneath Magikarp began to roll faster, and Magikarp on top leaped even higher.
……
This fish has gone mad.
If Doctor Liu hadn’t said during the last physical examination that Magikarp had a boundless future, and that he had found another treasure, and that it would be greatly beneficial for Magikarp to train for a few more months to strengthen his physical fitness and increase his internal energy before evolving, he would call his father right now and have him figure out a way to evolve this Magikarp.
Sighing silently, Li Wei instructed Riolu and Eevee to keep an eye on Magikarp’s condition and not let this silly guy train himself into any trouble. He then helplessly walked out of the gym and went to the living room to discuss with Mr. Mime, who was browsing Moments, about how to make a late-night snack for these three little ones.
At this moment, Dragonair, holding his small plush toy with an expression of enjoyment, was sprawled on the stairs, savoring the cool spring evening air.
Around eight or nine o’clock in the evening, Li Wei, who was idly browsing videos, stumbled upon an official tournament interview video on Bilibili that featured his handsome face on the cover.
Without a doubt, his video had the most views, and the comment section was the most lively.
Ah! Diligence! What a wonderful word!
Hahaha, if I catch you today, Older Brother! When I get back after the match tomorrow, will you tell me another short story! I arrived late, and I’m very curious about the short stories Li Wei told you before!
The kind that comes with a comic book! Pear paste~~~~”
The Magikarp, nagging as always, splashed excitedly in the water, shouting at the Riolu.
Riolu actually quite liked Magikarp.
He likes diligent, hardworking, and strong people/Pokémon.
After learning about Pokémon knowledge, Riolu discovered that this Magikarp was definitely a top-tier existence among its kind. Although its current strength was inferior to his, given time and a fortunate encounter leading to its evolution, it would undergo a qualitative leap.
“You too, you have to work hard! Li Wei said that after you evolved, you were an existence that dominated the scene.”
Riolu encouraged Magikarp.
“Really! That’s great! Last time I saw the evolution chart Li Wei drew for me! Ah, I really love that handsome blue figure!”
I will work hard!
“But Sister Eevee said that before evolving, it’s best to accumulate enough energy inside the body, and the optimal solution is to evolve when reaching a saturated state?”
After a round of praise, Magikarp continued to ask Riolu.
After all, he was just a novice who had just started out, and he had a lot of knowledge he didn’t understand about ‘becoming stronger’. Even after asking Li Wei, he still had many questions he wanted to ask all the time.
But every day, seeing Li Wei busy with his studies, he also tried his best to restrain the desire to talk to Li Wei. When Riolu and Eevee were not too busy, he preferred to seek guidance from these two ‘seniors’.
“Li Wei said so, and then Doctor Liu, who examined you, also made the same suggestion. They both said your potential is limitless, so you must also work hard!”
“Karoo!!! I will work harder! Older Brother! Let’s start training!”
“Okay!”
(^_−)☆
And Eevee, who had transformed into Vaporeon and was undergoing its daily training nearby, listened to the conversation between the two who spoke like Pokémon, and silently took a deep breath.
I always felt she didn’t fit in with this diligent duo.
Too terrifying, too terrifying.
Originally, I decided to turn around and slack off, but watching Riolu speed across the swimming pool at a speed almost impossible for the naked eye to catch, and Magikarp in the water actually chasing after it at an absurd speed, Eevee inexplicably felt a sense of panic.
‘Ahhhhh… so annoying!!!!’
Turning her head with a bit of anger, she walked towards the ornamental lake in the courtyard, and with a splash, she dove into the water, beginning her training.
$$$$$$$
The time was four forty, and it was almost time for the interview.
Mime Jr. put down the work at hand and came to Li Wei’s side, indicating that they had received instructions from Tian Lan to help him re-organize his image.
“Huh? Really???”
Hearing this news, Li Wei was somewhat surprised.
After all……
Teacher Mr. Mime?
This appellation really sounds like it has that flavor?
“Gulp.”
A little flustered, but considering his mother would never deceive him about ‘beauty’ or ‘ugliness’, he braced himself and let Mime Jr. do as it pleased.
The Mime Jr., who had received its mother’s true teachings, was surprisingly skilled at matching outfits. It selected several clothes from Li Wei’s walk-in closet and indicated for Li Wei to wear them. The effect of wearing them was unexpectedly quite good.
It has a somewhat homey style, but it won’t appear too casual on camera.
His disposition, which was somewhat ‘gloomy’ and ‘sleepy’, also matched him perfectly. For a moment, Li Wei, feeling a bit narcissistic, even considered handing over the authority to purchase his future clothes to Mime Jr.
No, that’s not right…
Let Eevee learn well from Mime Jr.!
From now on, just let Eevee go out to buy things!
ovo
While Li Wei was imagining all this, Mime Jr., with a strange grin, approached him holding a small box.
“Bari~”
【It’s about to begin~】
After maliciously issuing a warning, they ruthlessly controlled Li Wei with Psychic Power.
Opening the box, she took out various bottles and jars and began to fuss over Li Wei’s face.
From washing his face and wiping it, to subsequently smearing all sorts of strange things on his face.
Li Wei’s mood went from confusion to a heavy one.
Every time Mime Jr. took something out of the box, Li Wei’s brain would shout, ‘No way! There’s still more!!!’
Finally, after Mime Jr. clapped its hands in satisfaction and stopped controlling Li Wei with psychic power, Li Wei, like a husky whose leash had been let go, rushed to the bathroom mirror.
But at this moment, Li Wei, standing in front of the mirror, was stunned.
I don’t understand, how can there be a handsome young man in the mirror.
Unlike his usual contemplation, Li Wei was even surprised by his reflection in the mirror this time.
The face was still their own face, and the contours of the facial features had not changed much.
But why! Why is it really so much more handsome!!
The delicate red eyeshadow around the eyes, the high nose bridge, the highlighter, and the bold eyeliner that I imagined did not appear at all.
No, perhaps there was something he couldn’t see either.
This is very nice!
He didn’t remember being smeared with anything by the Mime Jr. just now, but the color was so natural, as if nothing had happened, which fit his acceptance level perfectly.
Exquisite, but not ostentatious.
In terms of his aesthetics, he could accept this kind of ‘makeup’.
Got it.
‘Not bad at all???’ For a moment, Li Wei’s inner collapse completely vanished, leaving only a fondness for his handsome reflection.
One couldn’t help it and took out their phone to capture this handsome self.
【 I don’t understand, why am I so handsome again today? 】
Afterward, he posted on Moments.
A bit intoxicating.
Mime Jr.’s technique is incredible, I must ask for advice another day.
With just a little bit of superficial knowledge, and after taking care of himself after his morning exercises every day, wouldn’t that add a square to his already incredibly handsome appearance?
And at this time, Mime Jr. in another room silently screenshotted Li Wei’s selfie from his Moments.
【 The cub’s match has successfully entered the top four, and officials from the League will come to interview him later. He is very excited.
Tian Lan asked me to help with her styling. The cub is a bit proud and doesn’t tell me she likes it, but she secretly posted on Moments.
Is this human? A bit cute. 】
【Picture 】
【 Visible to some friends only】
Daily life shielded Li Wei’s father and mother; Mime Jr. sent a Moments message in their Pokémon’s private channel.
And as expected, not long after sending it, a flood of comments was received.
【 Gallade: Is this the cub! I love it, I love it. I’ll go discuss it with Gardevoir. 】
【 Delibird: I should give the cub a hug when I get back. 】
【 Florges: As expected of a cub, it still feels like it hasn’t grown up. 】
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At 5:10 PM, after a phone call, Li Wei called back the Pokémon training in the courtyard, signaling them to go to the gym to practice, and then went with Mime Jr. and Dragonair to the entrance to welcome the official interviewers.
After fully showing their hospitality, they tacitly allowed the reporters to take a few pictures of the courtyard scenery, and then invited the staff into the main hall of their home to sit.
Mime Jr. is usually unreliable, but when entertaining guests, it has a whole set of etiquette. From placing slippers at the entrance, to helping pull out chairs when guests are seated, and now serving tea.
Everyone’s demeanor was clearly evident.
As for Li Wei, his job was just to be a mascot and keep a pleasant smile.
“This interview will be conducted via video. Here are the questions we’ll ask you. Li Wei, please take a look. We’ll start recording once you’ve thought about your answers.”
“Oh, okay.”
Speaking, Li Wei picked up the document handed over by the staff member and began to flip through it.
The previous few questions were relatively general.
1. What are your thoughts after entering the top four?
Thoughts? What kind of thoughts could there be… it’s just ordinary, boring, and uninteresting.
Li Wei’s answer in the actual recording:
【 To say I felt nothing would be a lie. I was very excited, feeling like my efforts over the past two months hadn’t been in vain, that my hard work paid off. I’m very happy. And my Pokémon, Riolu, also loves battling. While on this winning streak, he’s also enjoying the process of battling. I’m so glad to have this opportunity to grow alongside my Pokémon.】
2. What is your objective for tomorrow’s championship match?
Champion, does that even need asking?
Li Wei’s answer in the actual recording:
【 If possible, I hope to be the champion! After all, everyone only gets one chance at the youth competition in their lifetime, and I still hope to achieve a very good ranking. But even if I fail, it’s okay, because my partner and I have worked hard, and I can accept whatever result tomorrow brings. 】
3. Please comment on your opponent for tomorrow’s match.
Trivial skills, unorthodox methods, not worth worrying about.
【You’re talking about the trainer of that Drowzee, right? I feel like he’s a very formidable and inspirational person. From what I understand, nurturing Psychic-type Pokémon also places very strict demands on trainers. To gain the trust of a Psychic-type Pokémon in just two months, foster a strong bond, and develop a unique fighting style, I believe he is a formidable opponent worthy of respect.】
4. Predict tomorrow’s match situation? Do you think you’ll win? What are your thoughts on the other group’s match?
Tomorrow’s battle situation? I, Li Wei, the champion! As for the other group, there’s no need to think about it; how could that Beedrill possibly be a match for Mo Jiu’s Morpeko.
【As for tomorrow’s battle situation, to be honest, it’s really hard to predict anything about battle situations unless you’re watching from a first-person perspective on-site. But I think I will win, and in the other group, I think Mo Jiu will win. 】
5. So, Competitor Li Wei, can you share your Pokémon nurturing insights?
What are your thoughts? Just go for it! Let your Pokémon do things and figure out their own methods. Let your imagination run wild! Mathematics, physics, and chemistry are number one in the world. Long live the Spiritual Energy Revival!
【 I believe that to nurture excellent Pokémon, at the very least, the Trainer and Pokémon must be able to communicate their thoughts. The Trainer needs to know their Pokémon’s personality, disposition, and what they are thinking. For Pokémon, the Trainer is like a parent or older brother, needing to provide care rather than just constant training and only thinking about what the Pokémon can give you in return.
Because Pokémon are our family, an indispensable part of the household. I hope my Pokémon have healthy bodies, happy childhoods and lives, so I will not force them to do any training.
When such an emotion is established, training becomes not difficult and often yields twice the results with half the effort. At this time, Pokémon that understand your intentions will often give you 120% or more feedback and rewards.
Even if materially restricted, in spirit they will make good progress. And as their bond grows stronger, one day in the future, the power of this bond will cause their Pokémon to unleash unparalleled and extraordinary potential. 】
Listening to Li Wei’s reply, Mime Jr., who was standing by as the butler, struck a pose as if wiping away tears. Then, while turning to ‘wipe its tears’, it took out its mobile phone, typed furiously for a moment, and then posted an update to its Moments.
【 *Whimpers*, a passage the cub said during the interview deeply moved me, *whimpers*. The cub said we are family, *whimpers*, I don’t know why, but hearing that made me really want to cry. 】
【 Gallade: I guess I count as a godfather, right? 】
【 Delibird: Am I an uncle? 】
【 Gardevoir: ‘@Gallade, Li Yuan Sheng: “Little bro, what are you talking about?”‘ 】
【 Mawile: I’d be very happy if he called me older sister. 】
【Swampert: It’s over, I’m already imagining the cub sweetly calling me ‘Older Brother’. 】
【 Latios: Hiss…】
【 Milotic: @Latios, finished with your tasks, are you online now? 】
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Unbeknownst to Li Wei, Mime Jr.’s Moments had erupted in another wave of discussion, with all sorts of ‘perverts’ and ‘fanatics’ emerging.
Li Wei’s interview was filled with exciting points, logic, and depth, leaving the interviewer extremely satisfied. They secretly mused, ‘As expected of Li Yuan Sheng’s son, simply outstanding and perfect!’.
The staff member, who was born with a silver spoon in his mouth and was called a young master, smiled and retracted all the interview documents, preparing to go back and praise him to his colleagues.
“Thank you for your cooperation; the interview ends here.”
“Thank you for your hard work, thank you for your hard work.”
Li Wei saw them off to the parking lot in the courtyard. After watching them leave the courtyard and wave goodbye, he turned and returned to his room. He went to the few Pokémon still training in the gym and sighed at the Magikarp on the ground, which was using Splash and occasionally relying on Eevee to gather water attribute energy to ‘save itself’.
“I say, Magikarp, you don’t need to try so hard, you can just practice in the water, why are you on the treadmill?”
“Karoo! Karoo karoo!”
【 I am breaking through my own limits! I heard from my big brother Riolu that Li Wei, you’ve told them many stories, and in many stories, the protagonist becomes stronger by breaking through their own limits! So, I feel that only by challenging myself can I become stronger! 】
He spoke eloquently, leaving Li Wei speechless for a moment.
Yes, that’s what was said, and it wasn’t wrong, but those were just excuses he used to trick Eevee into training!!!!
Suddenly, after being taken seriously by an honest person, how could he feel so guilty?
“But doesn’t training like this make you uncomfortable?”
Although the Pokémon diligence incident was a good thing, Li Wei still remembered that Magikarp was a fish, and he was a bit worried considering that it was training for a long time out of water.
“Karoo!! Karoo-roo Karoo!”
【Hmph, hmph!! I was prepared for this! I’m very smart!!!
I can now skillfully control and use Hydro Pump. When I train, I condense two Hydro Pumps next to my gills for breathing, and I’ve found that I can hold my breath for over thirty minutes even when I’m out of the water!!
And also!! I recently discovered that I seem to be able to breathe here too! Although it’s only for a very short time, occasionally just once! But I think this is a precursor to my evolution!!!
I heard! My evolution can survive out of water!! So I have to work hard!!!
Wahahaha!!! I can already see the dawn of victory!!! Soon I can go to all sorts of restaurants with you all and eat so, so, so many delicious things! 】
As it spoke, Magikarp became even more excited, twisting its body for a high jump. It turned and used its tail to forcefully slap the treadmill’s control panel.
And at this moment, the speed of the Magikarp’s treads rolling underneath increased, and the Magikarp on top also began jumping in a faster manner.
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It’s over, this fish has gone mad.
If Doctor Liu hadn’t said during the last physical examination that Magikarp had boundless potential, and if he hadn’t struck gold again, it would have been best to train it for several more months to improve its physical fitness and increase its internal energy for a significant benefit to Magikarp’s evolution; he would immediately call his father right now and ask him to find a way to get this Magikarp to evolve.
Silently sighing, Li Wei instructed Riolu and Eevee to help monitor Magikarp’s condition, making sure the silly Pokémon didn’t get hurt during training. He then walked out of the gym with a helpless expression to find Mime Jr. in the living room, who was browsing Moments, to discuss what to make for the three little ones’ late-night snack.
At this moment, Dragonair was hugging its small plush toy with an expression of enjoyment, slumping contently on the stairs and enjoying the cool evening air of spring.
And around eight or nine in the evening, Li Wei, who was idly scrolling through videos, stumbled upon an official tournament interview video on Bilibili Aipipi featuring his handsome face on the cover.
Without a doubt, his videos had the highest click-through rate, and the comment section was the liveliest.
『 Wow, what this competitor Li Wei said makes so much sense! 』
『 Such a profound feeling, this is what a trainer is all about!!! My goodness! It’s a shame I’m not old enough yet 』
『 What he said is very reasonable. Did you see Professor Wang’s in-depth analysis of his interview? ‘The importance of nurturing emotions and bonds with Pokémon, and the indispensable factor in Mega Evolution.’ This paper is based on his discussion! It was just released! 』
『 I thought he was a rich second generation, but it turns out he not only has excellent character and a handsome appearance, but he is also incredibly knowledgeable. I’m a fan now, I’m a fan! 』
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Looking at the lively bullet comments and the comment section, Li Wei himself, who was being praised, curled the corners of his mouth and smiled.
Heh, nothing more than that.
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The next day, Li Wei, who went to the battle center early, clearly felt that more people had gathered in the venue today.
Instead of entering through the main entrance, he used the competitor’s pass to go through the express lane at the side entrance, thus avoiding the crowded situation at the front gate.
“Ah, this… it really is a big event.”
After sending messages to his partners and confirming everyone’s whereabouts, Li Wei first headed to the audience stand of the arena, engaging in his usual seat-saving behavior.
Carrying a lot of food, he placed it between Eevee and Dragonair. He instructed Mime Jr. to keep a close eye on Magikarp today, ensuring it wouldn’t impulsively use Splash and jump off the audience stand to scare the referee below, before Li Wei took Riolu to the player lounge to prepare for the match.
The pre-match warm-up time today was very long. Firstly, it was the last day of the competition, and secondly, there were award ceremonies and closing ceremonies in the afternoon.
After an inspection off-stage to ensure the competitors were not carrying any dangerous items, Li Wei walked through the passage and entered the competition venue.
Timo’s Flop Diary
August 8th
I only went to sleep at 10:30 this morning and woke up after six in the afternoon.
In between, because today was a rest day and the nanny wasn’t home, I was needed for help and was woken up twice.
With grumpy morning temper, I almost didn’t recognize anyone.
I kicked my legs angrily in bed, then rolled around a few times before resentfully going back to sleep.
Thinking about it, I feel like I’m truly a punching bag.
Pfft.
The food I ate today was delicious.
There was roasted meat.
In the evening, for some reason, Old Father requested ramen with small dumplings.
So I ate the same thing.
(╯▽╰)
Then he came over to me again and snatched a box of my cereal.
(ΩДΩ)·····
Oh, and a few pieces of Orion Pie.
……
Fine.
╭(╯^╰)╮
There are many little cats in the courtyard. I don’t know if it’s a regional thing, but the cats here are generally smaller in size.
They are quite cute, and not particularly afraid of people.
A few days ago, I was eating fish, so I tore off the fish skin and gave him the fish meat inside, which didn’t have much flavor.
Although he ran away cautiously when he saw me tapping, he still ate when I placed the food on the stone steps.
Wow, happy.
I feel like it won’t be long before I can achieve the feat of petting stray cats in the courtyard.
Miahiahiahia.
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Alright, that’s all for today.
Done.
