The evolution finished, and Pawmo curiously pinched its own belly.
It felt different.
At that moment, Munchlax, Magearna, and Drizzile all stepped forward to offer their congratulations.
Only then did Pawmo realize what had happened. Ah! I actually evolved!
Furthermore, it excitedly ran over to Ange's side.
"Paw paw~ Paw paw~" Ange, I evolved, I evolved!
"I know. You did great," Ange said, smiling as he patted its head. "Keep up the hard work from now on. You mustn't become slack."
"Paw paw~" Mm-hmm!
Pawmo nodded vigorously, already having experienced the joy of becoming stronger.
Ange used the Eye of Observation to look at Pawmo.
Pawmo
Type: Electric, Fighting
Ability: Iron Fist
Gender: Male
Level: 29
Moves: Scratch, Growl, Thunder Shock, Quick Attack, Charge, Nuzzle, Dig, Bite, Thunder Wave, Thief, Thunder Punch, Angel Kiss, Agility
Individual Values
HP: 29
Attack: 31
Defense: 31
Special Attack: 30
Special Defense: 30
Speed: 31
After evolving, Pawmo gained the Fighting type in addition to its original Electric type.
Closing the Eye of Observation, Ange smiled and asked Pawmo, "Pawmo, do you want to continue sparring with me?"
"Paw paw~"
Pawmo tightened its fists again and took an offensive stance toward Ange.
"Come on!" Ange said, also getting into position.
"Paw paw~"
Pawmo rushed toward Ange once more, its fist colliding with Ange's.
As expected, Pawmo's punches were much more powerful than they were as a Pawmi, and its electricity was stronger too. Despite this, it was still not quite enough to challenge Ange.
On the first floor of the Secret Fortress, Yveltal woke up from its slumber. It opened its eyes and looked at its surroundings. After a brief moment of daze, it remembered that it had met a miraculous human last night and was now staying in that human's home.
Sensing its physical condition, Yveltal was surprised to find that after one night, the life energy within its body had become even more abundant.
It flapped its wings and took flight, heading straight out of the Secret Fortress. It soared freely in the sky above the Nebel Plateau, casting a large shadow over the grasslands.
By this time, the plateau had become lively. Pokémon were coming out one after another, and upon looking up, they saw the giant bird flying across the horizon.
Following Diancie's explanation, everyone soon learned that a new member had arrived on the plateau.
Even though the new member looked a bit frightening, they still warmly expressed their welcome.
The morning air was very fresh. As Yveltal rode the wind and soared freely, it suddenly felt as if it were dreaming. It never expected that one day it would soar through the sky without a care in the world.
As it flew over Ange and the others, it looked down. It could see Ange sparring with Pawmo, Munchlax running with Drizzile, Magearna, and Passimian, and the lively scene of Metagross guiding Lairon and the others in their training...
All of this made Yveltal feel a profound sense of life.
It was clearly the God of Destruction and the God of Death, yet why did it yearn so much for this flourishing vitality?
Ange also noticed Yveltal and waved his hand forcefully at it.
"Yveltal, remember to come for breakfast!"
"Yve~~"
Yveltal responded to Ange, unable to help the anticipation rising in its heart for the breakfast he mentioned.
It flapped its wings powerfully, riding the breeze to higher altitudes while a strange feeling stirred within it.
It was so strange. Someone was actually preparing breakfast and waiting for it in the morning.
This made it feel like an ordinary Pokémon rather than the feared and dreaded God of Death.
Once the training ended, Ange took a shower and headed to work with Drizzile and the others.
Before leaving, he happened to see Yveltal descending from the sky and landing in the plaza, waiting to eat breakfast with everyone.
Ange and Diancie had not told anyone about Yveltal's identity as the God of Destruction. Consequently, although everyone thought Yveltal looked a bit scary, they did not shy away from being close to it.
Little ones like Swablu, Fletchinder, Spritzee, Cinccino, Skitty, Litleo, Deerling, Quilladin, Bunnelby, and Floette gathered around Yveltal, chattering away to it.
Some told stories of their own adventures, some talked about Ange, and others introduced it to the Nebel Plateau...
Even though Yveltal remained silent throughout, they did not stop talking for a second.
Yveltal looked down at the little ones beneath it. Although its expression remained icy, its heart was in a state of total panic.
Its muscles were stiff, and it didn't dare to move a muscle, fearing it might accidentally hurt these little creatures.
It wasn't that it was worried about these little ones, of course. It was the God of Destruction! It was just... just worried about angering that human. If that happened, the human wouldn't make food for it.
That was all!
Yes... that was definitely it.
At that moment, Diancie stood at the door and called out, "Breakfast is ready! You can eat now!"
Hearing this, the little ones immediately scattered and ran off.
Seeing this, Yveltal let out a heavy sigh of relief.
At the same time, Charcadet, riding on Oinkologne, finally returned to the Nebel Plateau after rushing day and night.
They were eager to see Ange, but when they arrived at the doorstep, they were stunned by the sight before them.
They had to be seeing things, right?
They must be! Otherwise, why would they see Yveltal at home, eating breakfast with everyone?
"Flo~ Flo~ Flo~"
Having finished breakfast, Floette flew over the wall while humming a cheerful tune, planning to head to the orchard for work.
Charcadet suddenly called out to it.
"Chaka~ Chaka~" Floette, wait a second!
"Flo~" You're back!
Seeing Charcadet and Oinkologne, Floette was very happy.
Charcadet pointed at Yveltal and asked, "Chaka~ Chaka~" What is going on there?
Floette replied, "Flo~ Flo~" That's a new partner who came to settle on the plateau! Oh right, you just got back, so you wouldn't know about it yet.
Charcadet and Oinkologne looked at each other, their eyes filled with shock.
A new partner? Do you even know who that is!
Charcadet and Oinkologne didn't know how to describe their current feelings.
The legendary God of Destruction was settling down on their Nebel Plateau! This was beyond ridiculous!
"Flo~ Flo~" Remember to get along well with Yveltal~~
After answering Oinkologne and Charcadet, Floette continued humming its tune and left, leaving the four Pokémon petrified on the spot.
Get along well with Yveltal... wasn't that just making things impossible for them!
Recovering from their shock, the four Pokémon's expressions suddenly became firm. Regardless, they had to find Ange first to save Xerneas.
With that thought, the four Pokémon stepped inside the wall and walked toward Ange's house.
However, because they feared Yveltal, the four Pokémon circled around it. Since Yveltal was relatively close to the door, they had to press themselves against the base of the wall to pass.
Suddenly, Yveltal sensed the presence of the four Pokémon and glanced toward them.
The four Pokémon were so scared they froze, instinctively stopping and pressing themselves motionless against the wall.
It's over! It's over! We're going to be killed!
The four Pokémon closed their eyes in fear.
It's them! Yveltal instantly recognized the four little ones as the Pokémon that followed Xerneas.
However, although it was surprised to meet them here, Yveltal did not take the two Charcadet and two Oinkologne to heart. It lowered its head and continued eating the breakfast in front of it.
Mm~ The taste isn't bad.
Although it wasn't as delicious as the one that human—no, that Ange made last night, the flavor was acceptable. Furthermore, this food could slightly increase its life energy. It was better than nothing!
The two Charcadet and two Oinkologne waited with their eyes closed for a long time, but Yveltal never made a move.
The crybaby Charcadet peeked with one eye. Seeing that Yveltal hadn't hurt them and was instead quietly eating with its head down, it was stunned. It then gently nudged the well-behaved Charcadet.
The well-behaved Charcadet opened its eyes and nudged the male Oinkologne, who then nudged the female Oinkologne.
Thus, the four Pokémon stood by the wall with blank expressions, quietly watching Yveltal eat for about ten minutes.
Just then, Magearna came out of the house and happened to see the four of them. It said with a look of pleasant surprise:
"Du~ ki~ du~~~" You're back? That's great! Ange was so worried about you!
The four Pokémon finally snapped out of it.
"Du~ ki~ du~" Have you had breakfast yet? Come inside quickly.
Saying this, Magearna led the four Pokémon into the house.
"Chaka~ Chaka~" Where is Ange? Where is Ange?
After entering, the four Pokémon finally remembered the purpose of their return and began searching anxiously for Ange.
Magearna tapped the well-behaved Charcadet on the forehead. "Du~ ki~ du~" Are you silly? Ange is working in the Royal Capital right now!
That's right! How could they have forgotten that?
What should they do if Ange wasn't home!
The four Pokémon looked anxious.
"Du~ ki~ du~" What happened? Why are you so worried?
Magearna asked gently.
"Chaka~ Chaka~"
"Honk honk~ Honk honk~"
...
The four Pokémon all spoke at once. It took Magearna quite a while to understand what had happened. It was very surprised; it hadn't expected this matter to be related to Yveltal, who had just settled on the plateau.
The matter regarding Xerneas was indeed important, so Magearna said to Charcadet and the others:
"Du~ ki~ du~" Wait here. I'll go notify Ange right now.
Saying this, it pulled out a phone and called Ange. Before long, Ange's voice came from the other end.
"Hello, Magearna? What is it?"
Munchlax Home was very busy at the moment. Guests were coming in an endless stream, and Ange wished he could use a cloning technique.
"Du~ ki~ du~"
Magearna briefly described the situation with Xerneas to Ange.
After listening, Ange's expression turned solemn.
"Okay, I understand. I'll get back as soon as possible."
Hanging up the phone, Ange said to Drizzile, "Drizzile, something happened at home. I need to go back and check. Can I leave the shop to you?"
"Driz~ Driz~"
Drizzile hesitated for a moment but eventually nodded firmly. After training with its master for so long, Drizzile felt it was time to stand on its own!
Ange: "Alright, then I'll count on you."
"Driz~ Driz~" What happened at home?
Seeing Ange in such a rush, Drizzile looked worried.
Ange patted its head and said, "Charcadet and Oinkologne are back. There seems to be a problem with Xerneas. I'm going to take a look; I won't know the specifics until I see the situation for myself."
Drizzile nodded. "Driz~ Driz~" Then hurry and go, Master.
"Right!" Saying this, Ange quickly took off his chef's uniform and hurried away from Munchlax Home.
At Ange's house.
While waiting for Ange to return, Magearna prepared breakfast for Charcadet and Oinkologne. However, because they were worried about Xerneas, the four Pokémon found it hard to swallow.
Seeing this, Magearna advised, "Du~ ki~ du~" If you don't eat your fill, how will you have the strength to help Xerneas?
The four Pokémon thought this made a lot of sense and immediately began to eat heartily.
Soon, Ange arrived home. Magearna told him the story in more detail, and Ange fell into deep thought after hearing it.
He hadn't expected Yveltal to be involved in this.
Seeing the four Pokémon looking at him with expectation, Ange squatted down and patted each of their heads.
"Don't worry. I will definitely do my best to help Xerneas. We'll decide what to do after I see Xerneas's condition."
To be honest, Ange didn't actually know how to help Xerneas yet.
Upon hearing this, the four Pokémon all hugged Ange.
At that moment, Diancie walked in from outside. "Ange, there's a mission!"
Ange guessed it might be related to Xerneas, so he said, "Accept!"
Diancie nodded, and Ange immediately heard the system prompt.
He opened the System and sure enough, a new task had been added to the mission list, and it looked very special.
[Rescue Mission] Help Xerneas recover from its giant tree form — Pending.
Support Item: Recipe "World Tree Tofu"
Clue: Ash
This was the first time Ange had encountered a mission that provided a support item and a clue.
From this, it was clear that the task was likely not simple at all.
Ange closed the mission list and opened the recipe section. Sure enough, a new recipe had appeared: "World Tree Tofu."
He flipped through it and found that making the World Tree Tofu wasn't too difficult, but the required ingredients were extraordinary.
Leaves from the Tree of Beginning!
Where was the Tree of Beginning? Ange didn't know. However, since the clue mentioned Ash, it meant Ash might know.
Using leaves from the Tree of Beginning to make tofu—Ange thought the System was truly daring.
He flipped to the last page of the recipe and found a small note at the end.
World Tree Tofu — Exclusive food for the God of Destruction and the God of Life.
Well, what do you know? There actually is food exclusive to gods!
After closing the System, Ange called Ash directly.
"Hello, Mr. Ange!" Ash's excited voice quickly came from the other end.
Before Ange could speak, Ash expressed his gratitude for Charcadet and Oinkologne's help in finding Xerneas for Diancie.
Ange laughed and said, "I'm happy I could help you. However, I'm calling today to ask for your advice on something."
Ash replied, "Mr. Ange, you're being too polite! Just say the word and I'll definitely help!"