Chapter 213:The Carbink Group Planning to Attack the Farm

The Carbink Group Planning to Attack the Farm

After enjoying a delicious meal, Diancie lay on the couch with a satisfied expression.

At this moment, Diancie thought to herself, "So this is what a different lifestyle feels like."

Although she had come here to study, Natsume didn’t push her to practice moves like the Carbink Minister did.

Natsume always said, "It’s fine to do it tomorrow," or "Take your time, no rush."

Here, no one—human or Pokémon—expected her to succeed at everything.

This kind of life was truly wonderful.

Diancie thought, "Today was such a fulfilling and happy day."

"Indeedee~"

Indeedee brought a plate of assorted berries and placed it on the table.

"More food?"

Diancie patted her stomach. "But I feel like I’ve already eaten so much."

"Just take your time."

Natsume, wearing pajamas with a Dratini pattern, walked over and flopped onto the couch.

"Ah, lying down like this is the most comfortable."

As he spoke, Natsume sat up on the couch and looked at Diancie. "How was your day?"

Diancie smiled. "It was very enjoyable."

"Everyone at the Farm is so kind and interesting."

"I really like it here."

Natsume picked up a berry and popped it into his mouth. "That’s good to hear."

"However, Diancie, you didn’t tell the Carbink Minister and the others when you left, did you?"

Diancie paused for a moment. "Well, no... but it should be fine, right?"

Natsume’s expression suddenly turned serious. "That’s not okay, Diancie."

"They’ll worry about you."

Diancie was startled by Natsume’s sudden seriousness and nervously stood up.

"Yes, Natsume."

Natsume looked at the nervous Diancie and sighed. "Diancie, the Carbink Minister and the others must care about you a lot."

"If they find out you’ve suddenly disappeared, don’t you think they’d be worried?"

Diancie thought for a moment. "Even though something like this has never happened before, I think they would probably be very worried."

After spending the day with Diancie, Natsume felt that Diancie actually wanted to escape her previous life.

The pressure from the Carbink Minister was too much for her.

It made Diancie feel like she was carrying the future of the entire Underground Kingdom on her shoulders.

Perhaps, as a Mythical Pokémon, Diancie did bear certain responsibilities. But how did Diancie, with her own thoughts and feelings, view these responsibilities?

Natsume looked at Diancie and said, "I’ll take you back to the Diamond Kingdom."

"When you’re away from home, you should always let your family know."

Diancie nodded. "Yes, Natsume."

Meanwhile, in the underground tunnels.

The Carbink had surrounded a teleportation array.

This was where the Meltan teleported.

Since this tunnel was deep underground and unlikely to be discovered by anyone, Natsume had left it open.

Of course, even if someone did find it, Natsume wouldn’t be too concerned now.

After all, the Farm had grown strong enough to handle such peculiarities.

"What is this?"

The Carbink Minister examined the space teleportation array with confusion. "It looks like a portal to a secret realm."

The Carbink Minister was indeed well-traveled and knowledgeable, so it could roughly guess the purpose of this space teleportation array.

"Carbink~"

Two Carbink stepped forward, volunteering to scout ahead.

They decided to take the initiative and explore.

The Carbink Minister looked at them and said, "Go, brave ones."

"The other side might be very dangerous, so be careful."

"Carbink~"

The two Carbink acknowledged the order.

They cautiously reached out and touched the teleportation array, then closed their eyes as they passed through it.

Their figures instantly disappeared from the underground cave and reappeared by the stream in the Farm’s bamboo grove.

"Carbink?"

Once they sensed the space stabilizing, the Carbink opened their eyes and cautiously surveyed their surroundings.

However, this place was not what they had expected.

It was quiet all around.

The gentle moonlight softly illuminated the serene bamboo grove.

The shadows of the bamboo swayed, and the tall bamboo stalks stood even more upright under the moonlight.

Looking ahead, the river water flowed gently, its surface reflecting the bamboo leaves and the starlight.

Several Petilil were drinking by the riverbank, and they noticed the sudden appearance of the Carbink, casting curious glances their way.

It wasn’t just the Petilil who noticed them.

The Serperior in the bamboo grove and the Noivern on the rooftop had also spotted the Carbink.

However, the Carbink seemed unaware that they had been discovered.

At this moment, the Carbink were captivated by the farmhouse.

The farm cabin stood quietly under the starry sky. Though it was the only house in the area, it didn’t seem lonely.

A soft, warm light emanated from inside, and occasional laughter could be heard.

Through the transparent glass window, the Carbink saw Diancie talking to Natsume, and a Meltan lying on the windowsill!

“Carbink!”

After spotting Meltan and Diancie, the Carbink whispered among themselves for a moment before quickly returning to the teleportation circle.

The Carbink Minister, seeing them return so soon, asked nervously, “Why are you back so quickly? Did you encounter danger?”

“Carbink.”

The Carbink shook their heads, then excitedly explained that they had found Princess Diancie and that annoying Meltan.

The Carbink Minister quickly followed up, “Did they notice you?”

“Carbink~”

The Carbink shook their heads again.

“Great! This means we can catch them off guard and rescue Princess Diancie.”

The Carbink Minister turned to the gathered Carbink and declared, “Everyone, let’s charge in together and save Princess Diancie!”

“Carbink~”

The underground cave echoed with the enthusiastic responses of the Carbink.

Although the Carbink believed they hadn’t been noticed, in reality, it wasn’t just Serperior and Noivern who had spotted them.

When the Carbink suddenly appeared, the first Pokémon to notice them was actually Gardevoir.

Inside the farm cabin.

Diancie spoke up, “I understand, Natsume.”

“Let me take you to my country.”

Natsume smiled and replied, “Alright, I’ll leave it to you, Diancie.”

As Natsume and Diancie were talking, Gardevoir approached Natsume and said, “Natsume, two Carbink just appeared. They must be Diancie’s kin or relatives coming to find her.”

“Huh?”

Natsume looked out the window, but the Carbink had already left through the teleportation circle.

“Really?”

Diancie, hearing Gardevoir’s words, exclaimed happily, “Everyone’s here too?”

“That’s great, Natsume! I’m sure the Minister and the others will love this place too.”

Natsume glanced out the window, then looked at Diancie with a slightly resigned expression. “I think our first meeting with the Carbink might not go so smoothly.”

Gardevoir informed Natsume that the two Carbink had observed their surroundings briefly before leaving.

Natsume, recalling that Diancie had snuck out without telling her kin or relatives, could already guess what the Carbink Minister was planning.

At the entrance of the teleportation circle.

“Noivern~”

Noivern curiously flew down to inspect the teleportation circle.

“Awooo?”

Arcanine trotted over, asking Noivern what it was looking at.

“Noivern.”

Noivern pointed at the teleportation circle.

“Awooo?”

Arcanine sniffed the air, detecting the scent of unfamiliar Pokémon.

Arcanine leaned its head closer, peering into the teleportation circle.

“Carbink.”

Just as Arcanine was looking, a Carbink jumped out.

The Carbink, having just emerged from the teleportation circle, was startled to see a big dog staring at it curiously.

“Carbink!”

The Carbink jumped in fright, instinctively swiping at Arcanine’s nose.

“Awooo.”

Arcanine covered its nose, immediately enraged.

“Awooo!”

Arcanine took a deep breath.

Boom~

A torrent of flames burst forth.

The Carbink, rushing out of the teleportation circle one after another, let out cries of pain as the flames engulfed them.

Some fainted on the spot, while others frantically jumped into the nearby river.

Seeing Arcanine take action, Noivern didn’t hesitate either, flapping its wings and unleashing an Air Cutter.

Natsume and Diancie rushed out of the cabin.

“Stop, Arcanine!”

Natsume quickly called off Arcanine and Noivern, who were ready to continue their attack.

“Awooo.”

Arcanine snorted, clearly displeased as it glared at the Carbink.

Silvally, who had been lying nearby, stood up and walked over, though it had no idea what was happening.

Meanwhile, more Carbink kept pouring out of the teleportation circle.

Seeing this, Natsume had no choice but to temporarily shut down the teleportation circle.

"Carbink."

The Carbinks, who had not yet lost their battle capability, quickly gathered together.

They cautiously surveyed the Farm Pokémon surrounding them.

In the river water, Kabutops, Feraligatr, Milotic, and other Water-type Pokémon emerged from the water's surface.

In the air, Beedrill, along with Pidgeotto and Pidgeot, flew over, circling above them.

However, what frightened the Carbinks the most was a group of Fighting-type Pokémon, clenching their fists and sizing them up.

These Fighting-types looked eager for a fight.

Natsume turned to Diancie and said, "It seems you'll need to explain the current situation to your kin first."

"Yes, Natsume."

Diancie looked at the nervous Carbinks and asked, "How did everyone end up here?"

"Carbink."

Upon hearing Diancie's question, one of the Carbinks immediately explained the cause and outcome of the situation.

"I see, I'm truly sorry."

Diancie explained, "But it's not what you all think."

"I wasn't kidnapped. I actually wanted to come here myself."

Hearing Diancie's words, the Carbinks visibly relaxed, their tense expressions softening.

The Carbinks collectively sighed in relief.

Thank goodness, Princess Diancie is safe.

Diancie looked at the Carbinks and asked, "Did the Minister not come with you?"

"Carbink."

The Carbink explained that the Carbink Minister was commanding the charge from behind.

Diancie turned to Natsume and said, "Natsume, could you please reactivate the teleportation array? I'll explain everything to the Minister."

"Of course."

Natsume helped Diancie reopen the teleportation array.

"Natsume, I'll head over now."

Natsume nodded slightly and said, "Go ahead."

At that moment, Misaki stepped out of the cabin.

Standing beside Natsume, she asked with concern, "Should we go over and check?"

Natsume shook his head slightly. "It's fine. Family matters are best handled by Diancie herself."

The Carbinks who remained behind now seemed a bit lost.

Natsume briefly reviewed their data.

Most of these Carbinks had potential equivalent to Gym Leaders, with levels ranging from 30 to 50.

The majority were around level 40.

Carbinks are Fairy- and Rock-type Pokémon.

While this type combination grants them some resistance to Fire-type moves, Arcanine's level was simply too high for them.

As a result, many of the Carbinks were still unconscious.

Audino and Chansey had already gone to check their physical conditions, so there was no need to worry about any Carbink losing their life due to severe injuries.

The greatest ability of Pokémon as life forms is likely their incredible life energy.

As long as they receive timely treatment, even if they suffer severe injuries—or even die—they have a chance to come back to life.

Meanwhile, inside the underground cave.

Just as the Carbink Minister was wondering why the teleportation array had suddenly disappeared, it reappeared.

Diancie stepped through the array and stood before the Carbinks.

The Carbink Minister was momentarily stunned upon seeing Diancie, then rushed forward excitedly. "Princess Diancie, you're back safely! That's wonderful!"

"I'm sorry for worrying you, Minister."

Diancie said guiltily, "I was too selfish."

"Not at all, I understand."

The Carbink Minister insisted, "It's all that despicable Meltan's fault!"

"No, actually, I wanted to see the farm Meltan mentioned."

"I also wanted to meet Natsume, the one Meltan spoke of."

Diancie smiled as she spoke.

"After arriving at the farm, I realized it was exactly as Meltan described."

"The farm has so many interesting things, and Natsume is very kind."

"Honestly, I've never been as happy as I was today."

Hearing Diancie's words, the Carbink Minister felt as if struck by lightning.

"Princess Diancie, were you... unhappy before?"

Diancie quickly waved her hands. "No, it's just that Natsume feels different."

"That's why I want to stay at the farm and learn."

The Carbink Minister immediately responded, "That's impossible."

"How could humans possibly know how to create Sacred Diamonds?"

"Princess Diancie, you must have been deceived!"

"Regardless, now that you've returned, come back with us."

"I'll find Lord Xerneas as soon as possible."

Diancie shook her head slightly. "No, I trust Natsume."

"Besides, I really did grow stronger today."

"No!"

The Carbink Minister refused again. "Princess Diancie, living in the human world is too dangerous."

"It's not."

Diancie replied, "Because Natsume will protect me."

"No, Princess Diancie, you don't understand humans at all."

Diancie looked at the insistent Minister and said, "But I feel like I already understand Natsume."

"Also, I met many humans today, and they were all very kind to me."

"They cheered for me and even brought me delicious food."

The Carbink Minister looked at Diancie with a headache.

The Minister was convinced that Princess Diancie's naivety had led to her being deceived.

"I understand!"

The Carbink Minister suddenly declared, "Princess Diancie, let me accompany you to the farm."

"I'll prove what I'm saying."

Diancie smiled happily. "That's great, Minister."

"I believe that once you meet Natsume in person, you'll understand what I mean."

"Natsume's farm is truly a wonderful place."

Diancie walked toward the teleportation array and said, "Let's go."

"Natsume and the others are still waiting."

"Please wait a moment."

The Carbink Minister took a deep breath.

"What's wrong?"

Diancie looked at the Carbink Minister in confusion.

The Carbink Minister closed his eyes. "Let me use Calm Mind first."

Calm Mind, a Psychic-type move, increases a Pokémon's Special Attack and Special Defense.