Chapter 123: The Flourishing Raven City
The Joey Sisters followed the townsfolk’s directions and arrived at a mansion.
Entering the courtyard, they were met with a vibrantly blooming flower field, meticulously cared for. Beside the flower field was a lush herb garden where several monsters were leisurely basking in the sun.
Qiao Yichun looked at the monsters, all identical in appearance, and recalled Prince Lei Wen’s recent words.
“Sister, we aren’t cursed, are we?”
This meant that anyone who approached them wouldn’t become unfortunate…
Qiao Yilin didn’t know the answer to this question either.
“It’s meaningless to dwell on these things now. Since Prince Lei Wen has accepted us, what we should do is study diligently and repay him,” Qiao Yilin said to her sister.
Qiao Yichun paused for a moment, then nodded and replied, “Yes, Sister!”
Qiao Yilin stepped forward and knocked on the door.
“Knock, knock, knock!”
Soon, footsteps were heard from inside, and then the door opened to reveal a young woman.
“Excuse me, is this Miss Lila’s home?” Qiao Yilin asked.
“I am,” Lila replied, looking at the two identical girls before her with surprise. “Who might you be?”
“Prince Lei Wen sent us.”
As she spoke, Qiao Yilin handed over the letter of recommendation she was holding.
Lila took the letter, glanced at its contents, and then smiled at them, saying, “Please come in!”
Seeing this, Qiao Yilin couldn’t help but feel a sense of relief.
Miss Lila seemed very accommodating. She walked ahead, leading the sisters, and said,
“Welcome to Raven City. Don’t worry, His Highness has already informed me about your situation. From now on, you two will stay here and learn how to become physicians under my tutelage!”
“Physicians?” The sisters were taken aback.
“That’s right!” Lila nodded with a smile. “His Highness said you are well-suited for this job. It seems he has high hopes for you!”
Hearing this, the Joey Sisters felt somewhat flattered.
How could that be?
They had only just met!
“His Highness’s arrangements must have a deeper meaning,” Lila said softly. “In that case, I must also teach you with all my heart. Don’t be afraid, His Highness is a benevolent and wise King.”
“You might not know it, but seven months ago, this was a wasteland. Under Prince Lei Wen’s leadership, we built this city in just seven months!”
“Seven months?!” Qiao Yichun couldn’t help but exclaim.
“Of course, it wasn’t just human effort; the monsters played a significant role too!” Lila said with a smile.
Monsters…
Qiao Yilin and her sister exchanged glances. They only now realized that this town was very different from the ones they had seen before.
It seemed that monsters could be seen everywhere here.
Lila noticed the sisters’ expressions and chuckled, “Don’t worry, monsters aren’t as scary as we imagine. Look, aren’t they adorable!”
Lila reached out and petted a Cherubi’s head.
The Joey Sisters couldn’t help but swallow.
“Alright, let’s get back to business!” Lila said. “Since His Highness entrusted you to me, I will impart all my medical knowledge to you during this time. I hope you will study diligently and not let His Highness down.”
“Yes!” the sisters quickly replied.
“Becoming a qualified physician is not an easy task. It involves preparing potions, identifying herbs, diagnosing patients’ injuries, and prescribing treatment… We will treat not only humans but also monsters,” Lila explained.
The sisters listened intently. To repay Prince Lei Wen for accepting them and to live up to his expectations, they were determined to study hard!
The sunlight outside was bright, and a gentle breeze rustled through the leaves. The Cherubi swayed gently.
At that moment, the Joey Sisters made up their minds.
From today onwards, they would start a new life!
*
“Prince Lei Wen, all the commoners sent by His Majesty have been settled.”
At night, the Old Butler, Elif, reported the recent developments in the territory to Lei Wen.
“Under the leadership of Lord Geralt, two hundred knights from the Royal City have joined our army. As you instructed, Lord Geralt will begin planning to find monster partners for them outside the city tomorrow.”
“The remaining farmers, physicians, miners, blacksmiths, and carpenters have also gone to their respective posts, playing their roles in the town, smelting ore, and making furniture for everyone.”
“The families of these individuals have also moved into the town and are slowly integrating here.”
“Furthermore, Zack’s caravan has set up shop in our town, and their stores have begun selling specialty products from other cities to the townspeople.”
Hearing this, Lei Wen nodded.
Good, everything was progressing according to his plan.
However…
Lei Wen suddenly thought of the Pokémon that the Old King had sent over, who had been enslaved in the Royal City.
“What about those monsters?” he asked.
“As per your instructions, a nature reserve has been designated outside the city. One group of monsters has already moved there to live. Monsters like Skitty, which cannot survive on their own, remain in the city and have been adopted by some commoners. Another group, mainly Garbodor and Machop, have joined the Yellow Machop House, and under the leadership of the two Machop from before, they are working in the construction team for us,” Elif replied.
“Oh?” Lei Wen seemed surprised.
“So far, the construction team has a total of forty Machop, six Machop, thirty-two Garbodor, and eight Unknown Creatures. And one more thing surprised me.”
“What is it?”
Elif’s face showed a hint of astonishment. “This group of monsters completed two weeks’ worth of work in just one day today… At this rate, our town will be completely built by next week at the latest.”
Such high efficiency surprised even Lei Wen.
These, these, these… these Pokémon are too capable!
But then again.
With the addition of these Machop and Garbodor, the number of Pokémon in the construction team has now reached nearly ninety.
Can Machop House still accommodate so many Pokémon?
Elif seemed to sense Lei Wen’s doubt and explained,
“Machop House can no longer accommodate so many monsters. However, Your Highness need not worry. These Machop have been recognized by the workers, and they have invited some Machop and Garbodor to return to their own residences and live with them.”
Hearing this, Lei Wen finally felt relieved.
“Thank you for your hard work, Elif.” Lei Wen was filled with gratitude for this loyal Old Butler who had diligently carried out his decisions.
Otherwise, he wouldn’t have been able to manage all these matters alone.
“It’s no trouble to help Your Highness,” Elif said, gazing at Lei Wen, whose life had undergone a drastic transformation. He remarked, “If His Majesty were to see you now, he would be greatly surprised.”
If the Your Highness seven months ago was merely a prince who had just left the Royal City and was naive to the ways of the world, then the Your Highness now is beginning to possess the qualities of a true King.
The Your Highness has grown up! Elif thought with emotion.
Lei Wen didn’t know what to say, so he changed the subject, “It’s getting late, Elif. You should go back and rest as well!”
Elif bowed and slowly retreated.
“Yes, Your Highness. Please rest early as well.”
