Dragapult didn't bother hiding anymore, since there was no one else here.
It just looked at Natsuhiko rather resentfully.
How despicable!
Using food to "coerce" it like this.
Regarding Dragapult's gaze, Natsuhiko decisively chose to turn a blind eye.
What he said was true, after all.
Do you know how many resources it takes to rear a Dragon-type Pokémon?
It's only because he made so much loot in Regigigas's alternate space this time that he even considered having Dragapult follow him.
Wouldn't it be better to let it sit in one place for three years and then go capture it when the time is right?
If it weren't for the fact that Dragapult's strength could help him avoid many risks.
If it weren't for the fact that Dragapult could replace an incubator in keeping that Dragon-type Pokémon Egg warm.
If it weren't for the fact that Dragapult has the potential of a quasi-god Pokémon.
If it weren't for...
Alright.
Natsuhiko felt he didn't really lose out on this deal.
Just ask anyone in the Pokémon Realm, how many people would refuse if providing food could have a Pokémon with supposed Elite Trainer Level power, and a quasi-god Pokémon at that, follow them?
Probably only those who can't afford Dragapult's consumption would refuse.
Yet those with a bit of capability wouldn't decline, even if they had to spend everything they have.
Moreover, he originally planned to take Dragapult with him everywhere.
The situation now is that he can't always summon Dragapult to his aid, but Dragapult's strength has become stronger.
In truth, Natsuhiko doesn't need that many chances.
Even with Dragapult around, he won't actively do anything overly dangerous or impossible with his personality.
Even if trouble arises, isn't there still Snorlax?
Snorlax shouldn't just be there for nothing; it has its own role to play.
When Snorlax can't handle it, then Dragapult can come in.
Sound.
He patted the Pokeball containing Dragapult at his waist.
Determined to buy the highest-level Pokeball when he gets back and transfer Dragapult directly into it.
So that it has no escape!
"Let's go."
Regidrago fell into slumber, passing the task to Dragapult with the hope that when it awakes, perhaps the seal will be lifted.
"The exit is here," Dragapult said.
It was speaking of the exit from this alternate space.
"I know." He said without turning his head, signaling Yujira to use Instant Movement to take them back.
"Aren't you leaving?" Dragapult asked, puzzled.
Natsuhiko turned around, glancing discontentedly at it.
"I'm doing this to earn you some resources for food. Do you think your meals come cheap? I still have so many Pokémon to raise, and a Pokémon Egg to hatch, and now you've joined the list."
Dragapult showed a little embarrassment.
It seemed like it was indeed freeloading for food and drinks?
Nodding mildly, it responded weakly, "Oh."
Uncertain of what else to say.
Dragon-type Pokémon, especially quasi-god Dragon-type Pokémon, couldn't easily serve a Dragon Tamer much weaker than it was - this came from Regidrago and was a proud bond within its blood.
But it also couldn't resist Natsuhiko's cooking, nor the Pokémon Egg nestled in its arms.
Eventually, it chose compromise, opting to stick around in this form.
A typical freeloader king!
'Eat a bit less, fill up to seventy percent, he has it tough.'
Indeed, there's quite a family to feed.
Beedrill, Yujira, Togetic, and Doublade aside.
Adding it all up, along with non-main battle Pokémon, there are dozens altogether.
Not easy at all.
Silently following Natsuhiko's side.
Under the wrap of Yujira's psychic powers, they returned to the crater once more.
Having found the exit, Dragapult was summoned, now Natsuhiko's task was to maximize his gain from this trip to the alternate space.
Summing it up, there were only a few targets.
Collect resources, capture Pokémon, train Pokémon.
There was no telling when he might return, so a wide sweep was aimed for.
Natsuhiko's prior arrangements served their purpose then.
He led his little squad to clear territories of wild Pokémon, with Cherrim cleaning up the battlefield and gathering supplies afterward.
Tyrantrum...
Tyrantrum could never expect it, as an Elite Level Pokémon, a Dragon-type Pokémon, a strong and violent predator, would end up being a packhorse.
Yanmega couldn't expect it either. Even as an Elite Level Pokémon with the very practical trait of "Acceleration," it became nothing more than a lookout.
Yet neither were in a position to complain.
Look at the Pokémon accompanying Natsuhiko now.
Beedrill, also known as Zhao Zifeng of Changshan, top-notch among the elite level, capable of Mega Evolution, achieving power close to Gym Leader Level post-evolution.
Yujira, also known as the Great Fox of Buddha Nature, with intelligence as its utmost prowess in the team, always appearing "benevolent" during battles, but in fact..... Buddha Beads twirl, spoon bends, world peace.
Togetic, also known as Teacher Poke, a social butterfly with mastery in chain control, incapacitating foes before they could react - typically giggly and mischievous, yet spiteful and a prankster at heart.
Doublade, also known as cultural blossom, upper-mid elite-level, normally amiable, but when thrown into a non-standard situation, make a run for it as fast as possible! Recently, under Natsuhiko's plan, it attempted to combine Continuous Slash and Holy Sword Techniques, slicing like cutting through vegetables, with no stopping except for Natsuhiko and the other three.
Cherrim, the medic, completely cherished by the group, initiating Flower Ceremony boosting the entire team, Natsuhiko's little fan girl, sidekick to Togetic, under protection by Beedrill and Doublade.
Snorlax, one word: sleep.
Dragapult, two words: go invisible.
No need to mention the ones ahead all being increasingly intimidating, Snorlax and Dragapult were beyond the scope of Tyrantrum and Yanmega's perspective.
It appeared it was only they who could bear these responsibilities.
Natsuhiko often said.
"After you eat, you got to move to digest, right? Or else, you'll gain weight, and when a Pokémon gains weight, its combat power drops, and when the combat power drops..."
Tyrantrum and Yanmega were well aware of it.
Recently, Natsuhiko acquired a few "treasures."
One is the Death God Plate, he sleeps on it now, aside from being somewhat eerie, it's passable.
Another is three Death God Coffins, which truthfully is..... with the coffin lid up, none can love it.
They felt like they were living in perilous environments, constantly worrying for their safety, knowing not when their time might be up.
The only one sharing the sentiment was Sharpedo.
The three Pokémon truly felt destined, nearly pledging brotherhood over burnt paper.
By coincidence, they made up Natsuhiko's three main modes of transport, fate indeed.
Sharpedo personally taught the other two its method of "survival."
The key phrase summarized was:
Move more, expend more energy, eat fewer snacks, sleep more.
And with several Pokémon's "dedicated cooperation," Natsuhiko swiftly cleared the entire alternate world of Regigigas.
Truly with a stance of not leaving even a scrap.
Until one day, sudden violent tremors shook the whole world.
At that moment, Natsuhiko finally realized.
Outside.
It wasn't all peaceful either!
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