Chapter 219: The Rise Of The Extreme Ice Empire!
No way around it, pills are even more addictive than Energy Cubes when eaten. Some Pokémon with poor self-control could really end up stuffing themselves to death.
For example…
Lu Li glanced at Bao Bao.
If Ralts hadn’t been watching, this unlucky child really might have stuffed herself to death.
Before, when no one was watching her, this kid actually treated pills like candy.
Of course, the effects of doing so were also remarkable.
Bao Bao, not yet 12 years old, already has Elite Level Psychic Power, which is just outrageous.
Espeon commented: “The taste is great, and the energy is plentiful. Most importantly… this thing has a slight boosting effect on Energy Origin and Life Origin, though minimal. If taken long-term, the benefits would be unimaginable.”
“The effect of this thing is like an ultra-low-end but infinitely usable Pokémon Secret Treasure.”
Espeon concluded.
“This stuff is that good?”
Yao Yifei’s eyes lit up as she eagerly asked: “Does that mean as long as there are enough pills, you all have a chance to break through to Heavenly King?”
Espeon was silent for a moment before nodding.
“Theoretically speaking, yes.”
Yao Yifei couldn’t help but follow up: “What about in practice?”
“In practice…”
Espeon didn’t speak, instead turning to look at Lu Li.
Although it had tasted the pills, this matter was ultimately up to Lu Li, the creator.
“In practice, it’s the same. Pills do have a slight talent-boosting effect. Long-term use brings comprehensive improvements to Pokémon.” Lu Li explained with a smile.
“Ah!”
Yao Yifei covered her mouth and exclaimed.
If it was really as Lu Li said, then the effect of these pills was truly terrifying.
Realizing how outrageous the pills Lu Li refined were, Yao Yifei looked at Lu Li very seriously and said: “You absolutely must not tell Ekaterina about this. She’s different from me. Ekaterina puts family first. No matter how much she likes it, once she knows the effects, she’ll do everything to get the recipe.”
Lu Li nodded.
In fact, Ekaterina had helped her no less than Yao Yifei. The reason he hadn’t given pills to Ekaterina was exactly this worry.
Unlike Yao Yifei, Ekaterina was a true familyist. In her heart, family always came first.
Lu Li wasn’t sure if his identity as Ideal Messenger could dispel Ekaterina’s greed for the pills.
So Lu Li deliberately held back with Ekaterina.
“Don’t worry, I have a sense of discretion about this.” Lu Li guaranteed.
Yao Yifei nodded: “As long as you have a sense of discretion.”
In fact, alchemy isn’t just about having a recipe. The basic requirement is Flame Conjuring Technique, and currently only Fire-type Pokémon have this ability.
But not every Fire-type Pokémon has Charmander’s outrageous Flame Conjuring Technique ability. Next is Psychic Power, or rather Spiritual Power.
Only after meeting these two conditions does one have the basic ability for alchemy, but no human has both. Pokémon do.
Leaving aside the God of Victory as a Divine Beast, among ordinary Pokémon, only three have both Psychic Power and Fire.
Ninetales, Armarouge, and Darmanitan.
Although Darmanitan and Ninetales have both attributes, neither has the Ignite Ability.
To refine pills, the Ignite Ability is essential; otherwise, it’s extremely dangerous and could even lead to self-immolation.
As for Armarouge, it meets all basic alchemy conditions, but that’s just the foundation. To refine higher-level pills, Spiritual Sense is needed.
And currently in the entire Pokémon World, only he has Spiritual Sense, an ability even those Divine Beasts lack.
So Lu Li wasn’t worried at all about his pill recipes leaking. As long as no one saw him refining pills in person, even slapping the material recipe in their face wouldn’t allow replication.
Looking at the unconcerned Lu Li, Yao Yifei, remembering something else, said: “By the way, there’s something I’ve been wondering whether to tell you.”
“Go ahead.” Lu Li looked at her curiously.
“The Alliance’s crackdown on the Shin Family. They have several mining companies under them. I thought since you seem to be short on Steel lately, maybe I should get them for you.” Yao Yifei explained.
Hearing this, Lu Li’s eyes lit up.
I need it so badly!
Lu Li nodded excitedly.
“Of course! I’m desperately short of Steel. Both Onix and this little guy need it. Previously, the Jin Family supplied my Steel, but a few days ago they canceled the contract. I’ve been worrying about where to get Steel lately.
After all, the Yekaterina Family is too far from us. Transportation alone is troublesome. Though the Great Russia Region is a major steel producer, far water can’t quench near thirst.”
Lu Li took the chance to vent a lot of grievances.
No choice, it was too frustrating not even being able to play the workhorse.
“Then I’ll take them over. The Alliance originally wanted to convert those industries into rewards for me. Now I don’t even need to pretend.” Yao Yifei, happy to help Lu Li again, nodded pleasantly.
Lu Li thanked her promptly: “Then I’ll trouble you.”
“No problem. Just cover my Pokémon’s pills from now on.” Yao Yifei waved casually, directly giving several companies to Lu Li for free.
At her level, a mining company was nothing, not even giant-scale. Giving it away was fine.
Lu Li: “Speaking of which, there might be one more thing to trouble you with.”
“Go ahead.” In a good mood, Yao Yifei acted like she’d handle all troubles.
Lu Li said: “Might need to trouble you to find me a Secret Realm with a volcano.”
Yao Yifei nodded: “No problem. In fact, the vast majority of Secret Realms have Volcanic Zones. Those without are rarer.”
“Um…”
Bao Bao suddenly raised her hand and said.
Lu Li smiled at Bao Bao and asked: “What’s up, Bao Bao?”
“Ralts is already Veteran Level. I want to nurture a second Pokémon, and Ralts seems pretty lonely as the only one.” After speaking, Bao Bao looked at Lu Li eagerly.
Ralts in Bao Bao’s arms rolled its eyes upon hearing this.
“How am I the lonely one? It’s clearly that only I can keep watch over you.” Ralts complained silently in its heart.
Lu Li smiled and asked: “So what Pokémon does Bao Bao want?”
Bao Bao tilted her head in thought, then decided: “How about another Ralts? Best if it’s a little sister for Ralts, so I can have both Gardevoir and Gallade.”
Bao Bao seemed particularly fond of Ralts. Lu Li nodded.
Ralts is relatively rare, but with effort, it can be bought.
Most importantly, he wasn’t short on money now.
At this moment, Yao Yifei suddenly said: “Speaking of that, I recall a rumor that might help you.”
“What rumor?” Lu Li looked curiously at the teasing Yao Yifei.
Yao Yifei said: “The Deep Blue Black Market’s annual Trade Convention is about to start. There might be the Pokémon you need. With your ability to scout Pokémon Egg qualifications, this Trade Convention is quite suitable for you.”
“Deep Blue Black Market?”
Lu Li looked at her puzzled.
Lu Li, not deeply involved in this world’s dark side, really didn’t know about the Deep Blue Black Market.
“The Deep Blue Black Market is the largest black market in the Southern Kyushu Region. It’s said that the behind-the-scenes controller is Fairy Heavenly King Qu Suxin.” After speaking, Yao Yifei gave Lu Li a deep look.
Yao Yifei knew about the entanglements between Lu Li and Qu Suxin.
Though not that kind of unclear relationship, they were somewhat accomplices, or partners in crime.
“Deep Blue Black Market… No wonder. I felt like I’d heard the name somewhere.” Lu Li nodded in realization.
Even across the entire Jiuzhou Region, the Deep Blue Black Market ranks in the top three. Across the entire Asian Alliance, it’s also top-ranked.
Traders in the Deep Blue Black Market aren’t just locals from the Jiuzhou Region; it even has underground traders from all over the world. There, you can find all known Pokémon in the world.
Including Pseudo-Legendaries of various attributes, thanks to the Deep Blue Black Market’s deep ties with the Dark Web.
But the Deep Blue Black Market is notoriously chaotic, and only Elite Level Trainers qualify to enter that circle.
“Is it safe?” Lu Li’s first concern was safety.
Yao Yifei comforted: “With your relationship to the Fairy Heavenly King, safety shouldn’t be an issue.”
Lu Li nodded, planning to go back, cast a Divination, and then decide whether to attend the Deep Blue Black Market’s Trade Convention.
Lu Li asked: “How many days until the Deep Blue Black Market’s Trade Convention starts?”
Yao Yifei said: “About four days. The Trade Convention lasts a week. If you decide to go, better decide soon.”
Knowing the start time, Lu Li stood up: “Then I’ll go get busy first. Don’t call me for dinner.”
After saying that, Lu Li entered the Basement.
There was a lot to do next.
First, cast a Divination for himself.
Lu Li skillfully took out the three-piece set for Divination from his Space Ring.
Divination cast.
Divination complete.
Lu Li eagerly looked at the Ancient Copper Coins on the Bagua Diagram.
Lu Li’s left hand kept calculating. Moments later, his facial expression fluctuated as he looked at the three Copper Coins.
“What the heck? Can’t divine it?”
Lu Li slowly typed out three question marks.
Divination yielding this result only has two possibilities.
First, the scope of influence is too large, and going or not makes no difference. Second, the final outcome of what he’s asking directly involves a Divine Beast, so no result can be divined.
Like that time for the College Entrance Examination finals.
Though that crisis also involved a Divine Beast appearing, it had no direct relation to him, so Divination worked.
This time is different.
“Because of these little guys?” Lu Li puzzledly looked at the several Nuts in the Energy Gathering Array.
Precisely because he had subdued a Divine Beast, his own karma was linked to it, so he couldn’t divine the future.
But that doesn’t add up.
Wei also has Kubfu, so why could he divine Wei’s future?
Moreover, an immature Divine Beast shouldn’t have the ability to shield karma.
So only one possibility remains.
Lu Li’s gaze flickered.
Anyway, he had Teleportation Talismans, so life safety was assured. Going wasn’t out of the question.
After all, even if dangerous, it wouldn’t threaten his life.
After pondering, Lu Li made his decision.
Go, but without Bao Bao and the others.
After deciding, Lu Li continued with his tasks.
First, research Pokémonfication for various Cultivation professions, then continue digesting the insights from Unown.
Two days passed in the blink of an eye.
In between, Ai Ke came specifically to report the Ranch’s basic situation.
Yao Yifei continued training Milotic, Charmander was developing Ability with Flareon, Tropius was tending the Orchard and comprehending the Spirit Infusion Technique Lu Li taught it.
Onix was doing basic training while continuing to comprehend Special Ground Force, and finally Beldum.
Beldum was training Spiritual Power and developing Telepathy Ability.
For Beldum’s Telepathy ability, Lu Li had a development direction these two days.
But not for increasing combat power, rather fusion.
If Beldum could develop Telepathy to a profound level, it could achieve mental synchronization with him.
Once mentally synchronized, the possibilities would multiply.
Then Beldum would be like his external brain, a supercomputer-level external brain.
Note that whether alchemy, Artifact Refining, array setup, or most Cultivation professions, they all require computational power.
With a supercomputer as external brain, Lu Li couldn’t imagine how outrageous he’d become.
Once this concept succeeds, the baseline benefit would be Pokémonfication of Cultivation World spells and professions skyrocketing like a rocket.
“Everything else is pretty much researched. Next is higher-level pills.” Thinking this, Lu Li was about to head to the Alchemy Room when Wei burst into the Basement carelessly.
“Lu Li! Come see! Big news, absolutely world-shocking news.” Wei shouted excitedly, holding a Tablet Computer.
Seeing the hurried Wei, Lu Li asked puzzledly: “What’s up?”
“See for yourself. It’s about Sister Na.” Wei handed the Laptop to Lu Li.
Taking the Laptop, Lu Li looked at it curiously.
The Laptop showed a huge news headline, bolded and enlarged.
《World-Shaking! Big Goose Region Officially Secedes from European Alliance!》
Seeing the headline, Lu Li’s pupils shrank, then he quickly read the details.
Just today, precisely one hour ago, the Great Russia Region announced formal secession from the European Alliance, establishing and renaming itself the Extreme Ice Empire.
“Hiss~”
After reading, Lu Li drew in a cold breath, making an outstanding contribution to global warming.
