Chapter 273: Harvest and Strength Increase

"Now it's time for the harvest."

"Dragonite."

Natsume took out all four Rare Candies and handed them to Dragonite, who had flown to his side. These included the one earned from defeating Mr. Rime and the three from completing the recent task.

Notice: Dragonite has used four Rare Candies in succession. Dragonite's level has increased to 96.

Dragonite's original level was 91. After the task completion, all Pokémon gained one level, and with the four Rare Candies, Dragonite's level shot up to 96. This time, Dragonite's growth was undoubtedly the most significant.

"Dragonite~"

Dragonite felt the surging power within its body, its pupils glowing with a bluish light. It glanced curiously at Zacian, who was lounging inside the house. For a moment, Dragonite wondered if it could now hold its own against Zacian in a fight.

Zacian, sensing Dragonite's gaze, tilted its head and looked outside.

Natsume chuckled at Dragonite's eager expression. "Calm down, Dragonite. Head over to the Dragon Island area and get used to your new strength first."

"Dragonite~"

After watching Dragonite leave through the teleportation array, Natsume opened the Farm Story interface. "Next up is the treasure draw."

With the treasure draws from the Golem task, he had exactly three draws.

Notice: You have obtained the treasure—Protective Pads.

Notice: You have obtained the treasure—Muscle Band.

Notice: You have obtained the treasure—Expert Belt.

Natsume looked at the three newly acquired treasures and muttered, "These are all great for Fighting-type Pokémon."

After some thought, he decided to distribute them to the Fighting-type Pokémon on the farm.

First up was Heracross.

"Heracross~"

After returning to the farm, Heracross had made its way to the orchard. However, it wasn't sipping tree sap this time. Instead, it was pleading with Bulbasaur.

"Bulbasaur."

Bulbasaur looked at Heracross with mild exasperation before nodding.

"Heracross~"

Heracross happily pounced onto Bulbasaur's back and began drinking deeply.

"Heracross~"

Whack!

Bulbasaur's Vine Whip struck Heracross.

Natsume approached with a smile. "Heracross, you're being a bit of a creep."

"Bulbasaur."

Bulbasaur hopped behind Natsume.

"Heracross."

Heracross scratched its head. It couldn't help it—the nutrient-rich liquid on Bulbasaur's back was just too delicious.

Natsume took out the Protective Pads. "Alright, here you go."

"Heracross~"

Heracross accepted the item and began absorbing its energy.

Notice: Heracross has absorbed the Protective Pads. Heracross's level has increased to 60.

Notice: Heracross's Defense has increased to 31 points. Heracross's Special Defense has increased to 31 points.

Notice: Heracross's Potential has increased to Champion level.

Notice: Heracross has learned new moves—Megahorn and Close Combat.

Natsume looked at the stream of notifications. "Not bad. It seems this treasure suits you well."

"Heracross~"

Natsume then checked Heracross's current data.

Name: Heracross
Type: Bug/Fighting
Level: 60
Ability: Guts
Individual Values: HP 31, Attack 31, Defense 31, Special Attack 31, Special Defense 31, Speed 29
Moves: Aerial Ace, Pin Missile, Swords Dance, Megahorn, Close Combat
Inherited Moves: Seismic Toss
Absorbed Treasures: Silver Powder, Focus Sash, Protective Pads
Potential: Champion
Held Item: Mega Stone

"Heracross~"

Heracross let out a happy cry and indicated it wanted to head to the farm's battle arena.

Natsume smiled. "Let's go together."

Down at the lower part of the farm, things were bustling. The main reason was that all the farm's Pokémon had suddenly rushed up the mountain earlier. When they returned, Yveltal had appeared in the sky above the farm.

"Was that... real?" someone asked in shock. "Yveltal, the god of destruction? How could such a Pokémon appear on the farm?"

"It must have been an illusion," another person argued.

"Don't be so sure. Remember, this is the farm known as the 'Hometown of the Gods.' It's not unusual for any Pokémon to appear here."

"Even so, Yveltal showing up is just too strange. If it were Xerneas, I could understand."

"Regardless, if Yveltal was real, what exactly happened? What big event did Natsume, the Gym Leader, get involved in this time?"

The tourists on the farm erupted into heated discussions, all eager to find out what had transpired.

"Kommo-o!"

At the farm's battle arena, Kommo-o impatiently looked at today's challenger. According to Rotom, this challenger was strong enough to compete in national championships.

"Now isn't the time for a gym battle, is it?" the challenger exclaimed excitedly. "Kommo-o, do you know what just happened?"

Kommo-o shook its head. It wasn't aware of the specifics, nor did it particularly care. It had simply joined the others in launching moves into the hollow earlier, so it hadn't been deeply involved in the battle.

"Natsume, the Gym Leader, is coming down!"

At that moment, someone noticed Natsume descending. The crowd erupted into cheers and rushed toward him.

"Natsume, what exactly happened earlier?"

"Was that really Yveltal?"

"Natsume, did you capture Yveltal?"

Natsume looked at the enthusiastic crowd and thought for a moment before replying, "The details are a bit complicated. But what I can tell you is that Yveltal has returned to slumber, so there's no need to worry."

Hearing this, the crowd exchanged glances.

"So that means..." someone said, their voice trembling. "That Yveltal was real? Natsume actually captured Yveltal!"

"That's incredible!"

The crowd erupted into even louder exclamations.

Natsume smiled wryly at the excited crowd. "It's really lively here."