Chapter 123: Miltank And Mareep
Moreover, setting up a Pokémon Ranch doesn’t really require much effort, as the Pokémon on the ranch hardly need any special training or nurturing.
And as an Intermediate Breeder, Lu Li only needs to look after the Miltanks casually, and the Miltanks on the ranch will grow very well.
With the Miltanks’ abilities improved, the milk they produce will naturally be more effective.
In the milk market, milk is also divided into three, six, and nine grades, just like the quality divisions in the berry market.
Since they’re giving it away for free, Lu Li feels a bit embarrassed.
But what’s even more annoying is Ekaterina behind him, who originally wanted to take this opportunity to do Lu Li a favor.
“Then thank you, Aunt Liu.”
“It’s nothing. Since you’re there, just look around. Take whatever you like, and I’ll reimburse you later.”
After sincerely thanking her, Lu Li hung up the phone.
After hanging up, Lu Li didn’t bring up the Miltanks with the old man anymore and continued looking at other Pokémon in the tent.
Ekaterina asked impatiently, “How is it? Did you find any Pokémon with good qualifications?”
Although Lu Li didn’t understand why Ekaterina had so much faith in his ability to discern good Pokémon, Lu Li still shook his head and said, “I’m just a Junior Breeder, I can’t tell the quality of these Pokémon Eggs.”
I don’t believe a word you’re saying!
Ekaterina thought to herself, gritting her teeth.
Someone with an Ideal Eye like you wouldn’t know a Pokémon’s qualifications?
After a while, Lu Li stopped in front of an iron cage.
A Golem sat listlessly in the iron cage. Unlike other Pokémon that still struggled, the Golem seemed to have given up.
What’s interesting is that the iron cage holding the Golem was quite new, at least cleaner than the other cages.
Lu Li squatted down and asked, “I still need a Pokémon at home to do chores. Are you willing to come with me? I guarantee you’ll have more freedom than here.”
This Golem’s qualifications are decent; it’s already Gym Level. Unlike those newborn Pokémon, the Golem in the cage is already an adult, and Golem cannot evolve further.
If this Golem can’t defy fate, it will reach its peak at Gym Level for its entire life.
Although pills can help all Pokémon defy fate, Lu Li still prefers to choose Pokémon with high qualifications if possible.
Even a Pokémon for chores needs to have sufficient qualifications, and this Golem in front of him is very suitable.
“Golem~ Golem!”
（No problem, but I want to leave with my friend!）
The Golem suddenly stood up, looking at Lu Li excitedly with anticipation in its eyes.
“Your friend?”
Lu Li raised his eyebrows.
As a Psychic Type Pokémon, it’s normal for Golem to express its thoughts using psychic power, so Lu Li wasn’t surprised.
“Where is your friend?” Lu Li asked.
“Golem~ Golem!”
（He was captured with me, but he’s definitely still here.）
The Golem said excitedly.
Hearing this, Lu Li called over the old man standing by the counter.
The old man had just finished a phone call and, upon seeing Lu Li wave, immediately bowed and hurried over.
“Young Master, the boss has already told me that the Miltanks and Mareeps you ordered will be delivered soon. It’s three Mareeps, three Miltanks, and three Tauros. Do you need anything else?” the old man asked.
“Where is the Pokémon that was captured with this Golem?” Lu Li asked, pointing at the Golem.
“This…”
The old man glanced hesitantly at Ekaterina beside him.
Ekaterina also realized she might be in the way.
With a cold snort, Ekaterina left the tent.
Although Ekaterina’s personality was a bit proud, she wasn’t foolish. She knew she was here to win Lu Li over, and she wouldn’t antagonize him over such a minor matter.
The old man knelt on the ground with a thud and pleaded, “The Pokémon captured with the Young Master and this Golem are quite special, so we sent it to auction. The auction is scheduled for 8 PM tonight.”
Hearing this, Lu Li’s expression instantly became extremely complex.
The preciousness of a Pokémon sent to auction could be imagined.
Lu Li asked in surprise, “Could it be a starter Pokémon?”
“No.”
The old man kneeling on the ground repeatedly shook his head and then explained, “It’s a Wobbuffet.”
“Hiss~”
Hearing the name, Lu Li gasped.
Are you guys crazy, or is Yu Zhonggang crazy?
Or has this world truly become this topsy-turvy?
In the Alliance, it’s fine to secretly sell starter Pokémon in the black market; the Alliance won’t deliberately pick on you.
But if you dare to extend your sinful hand towards Wobbuffet and Blissey, the Alliance will definitely show you the meaning of justice’s Iron Fist.
Wobbuffet is slightly better, as there might be traces of such Pokémon in some wild areas and secret realms. However, even so, selling Wobbuffet is still a key target for the Alliance’s crackdown.
It’s like some countries banning bulletproof vests but not guns.
Lu Li asked with a dark expression, “Does Aunt Liu Li know about this?”
The old man replied without answering, “Of course, she knows. The boss and the leader both know about this.”
Hearing this answer, Lu Li’s mouth twitched slightly. No wonder these people were so bold; they had authorization.
Lu Li continued to ask, “Then can the Wobbuffet be withdrawn from the auction?”
“No! This would affect the credibility of our black market auction,” the old man quickly shook his head.
“Sigh~”
Lu Li sighed dejectedly and then pressed further, “If I want to bid on the Wobbuffet, how much funds should I prepare?”
“Ten million should be enough, at most it shouldn’t exceed twelve million,” the old man said cautiously.
Hearing the price, Lu Li was speechless.
This price is comparable to a Ralts Pokémon Egg.
Lu Li sighed, “Do you have an auction ticket? If so, give me one.”
Whether it’s to coax the Golem away or for the Wobbuffet, Lu Li will attend the auction.
As a healing-type Pokémon, Wobbuffet definitely has high nurturing value, as it’s essentially a team doctor.
Almost every Breeder raises a Wobbuffet or a Blissey.
Thinking this, Lu Li decided to get certified as an Intermediate Breeder after the college entrance examination.
Because as soon as one becomes an Intermediate Breeder, the Global Pokémon Breeder Alliance will reward them with a Happiny Egg.
Considering he might have to pursue further studies in the future, having a doctor at home would provide more peace of mind.
Lu Li didn’t make things difficult for the old man, as he was just an employee.
However, judging solely by his appearance, the old man didn’t look like a good person.
But working in the black market, it’s unlikely he’s a decent person, as those who make a living in the black market either lack a Jiuzhou Alliance ID card or are wanted criminals.
The old man in front of him clearly falls into the latter category.
