After roughly recounting his experiences, Akira took out two bowls of [Nitro Rice] he had prepared in advance.
Everyone had their share, and the two women were no exception.
Menchi held the bowl delicately and asked cautiously,
"Is this [Nitro Rice], one of the [Hope] items said to extend lifespan?"
Looking at the dazzling golden rice, Menchi felt that its appearance alone was extraordinary.
She could tell it was just rice that had been simply steamed.
Yet, such an ordinary cooking method could produce rice that shone like gold.
This alone spoke volumes about how remarkable [Nitro Rice] was.
Menchi took a light sniff, and the rich aroma of rice filled her nose, fragrant and full-bodied.
As a top-tier Gourmet Hunter, she had tasted all kinds of ingredients, from the lowest to the highest grades, countless times.
This included various types of rice.
By categorizing rice, she could choose different varieties to pair with dishes in different situations.
Yet among all these varieties of rice, none could compare to this [Nitro Rice].
Just one whiff was enough to whet her appetite, filling her mind with ravenous desire as saliva flooded her mouth uncontrollably.
Simultaneously, it brimmed with overwhelming vitality that invigorated her spirit.
To exaggerate slightly, she felt the mere aroma could make her younger.
On the other side, although Pyon wasn't a Gourmet Hunter, she understood this was top-tier ingredients unseen across the six continents.
Just a single bowl of rice emitted an aroma and allure surpassing countless delicacies from land and sea.
Before this, she could never have imagined such a thing.
Yet today, it was happening right before her eyes.
But...
Something like this must be incredibly precious, right?
Both women simultaneously thought of this question.
Logically, this kind of [Hope] capable of extending one's lifespan would be priceless, something that would spark a frenzy if brought to the outside world.
Yet despite its immense value, Akira had casually given them two full bowls...
At this thought, they hesitated to pick up their spoons, exchanging glances before falling into silent agreement.
Seeing them holding the bowls but not eating, Akira blinked in confusion and asked, "Why aren't you eating?"
Hearing this, Pyon gently raised her head, her pink eyes revealing a hint of embarrassment as she softly replied, "This [Nitro Rice]... it's very precious, isn't it?"
"Giving us two whole bowls at once... wouldn't that be too wasteful?"
Menchi nodded in agreement beside her.
Only then did Akira realize why they had hesitated—they were concerned for him, feeling he had given too much.
He hadn't considered that angle at all.
Waving his hand dismissively, Akira chuckled.
"Just eat without worry. I still have plenty of [Nitro Rice] on hand."
"Earlier, I only mentioned obtaining it, but you don't know the exact quantity."
"I took the entire patch of muddy ground—all the [Nitro Rice] along with its roots are now stored in the Digital World."
"These two bowls of yours are nothing compared to the entire field of Nitro Rice."
"So go ahead and eat without concern."
So that was how it was?
The two women were first startled, then suddenly enlightened.
They hadn't expected Akira to have used the Digital World to take all the [Nitro Rice] away at once.
And from his words, the total amount of [Nitro Rice] was substantial.
Since Akira had put it that way, they could only accept gratefully, though they would still remember his kindness.
Free of their mental burden, Menchi and Pyon began tasting the so-called [Nitro Rice].
In the process, they had to admit—this truly lived up to its name as [Hope] capable of extending life.
They could clearly feel their vitality surging as the [Nitro Rice] filled their stomachs.
At the same time, their already beautiful appearances became even more radiant, their looks improving further.
It had a beautifying effect.
This was the change brought about by immense life force.
Both were young women, barely in their twenties, so they didn't undergo drastic transformations like Netero.
The visible changes mainly manifested as enhanced beauty and slight developments in certain areas.
Well, Menchi was already well-endowed, so the changes after eating [Nitro Rice] weren't too noticeable.
In contrast, the adorable Pyon's transformation was more obvious.
Beyond that, the Aura on their bodies also fluctuated—the sudden, massive increase made it difficult for them to control their Aura properly.
But this also demonstrated that consuming [Nitro Rice] provided significant benefits to their strength.
After a long while, their Aura finally settled, the previously intense energy dissipating into calm.
The previous exhaustion vanished in an instant. Before Akira could say much more, the two women pulled him along eagerly.
"Come on, round two starts now."
Akira had no objections and simply went along with their wishes, engaging in another round of conversation.
...
Several days later.
After days of indulgence, Akira finally got back on track and began arranging his planned affairs.
The most important among them was his cultivation project.
Rare and precious Hopes like [Nitro Rice] and [Melori] were still waiting to be planted.
He intended to transform these scarce Hopes into an endless, sustainable resource.
To achieve this, he needed to find a suitable location for cultivation.
Considering that the lands of the Six Continents were fundamentally no different from the Dark Continent, the choice of location mattered little.
The primary assistance would come from Shaymin and Landorus.
Thus, through V5's connections, Akira secured a remote yet spacious isolated island for himself.
This isolated island would become his primary residence moving forward.
The island was rather unique—due to its geographical features, it boasted a variety of terrains.
Plains, lakes, mountains, forests...
Not only would it meet his cultivation needs, but it would also allow the Pokémon to roam and play freely.
Pokémon of nearly every type could find a suitable habitat here.
After some time spent on construction, a magnificent villa emerged on the isolated island.
Akira named this island—Pokémon Island.
...
On Pokémon Island,
Two figures streaked across the azure sky.
The orange figure in the lead occasionally glanced back to check if it was being pursued.
The other, a dark and imposing figure, followed closely, its rapid flight leaving streaks across the sky.
This was Dragonite and Hydreigon playing in the sky—one fleeing, the other chasing.
If the former got caught, their roles would reverse, with Dragonite becoming the pursuer.
Amid the lush forest,
A shadow lurked on a dimly lit branch, faintly revealing the silhouette of a bird-like form.
Beneath the tree stood a spiked metallic sphere, its body extending thorny vines.
This was Decidueye and Ferrothorn resting.
As Grass-type Pokémon, they deeply enjoyed the forest environment, savoring its vibrant yet serene atmosphere.
On the other side of the forest,
Lay a flat plain, sporadically dotted with patches of green vegetation—the most ordinary terrain on the island.
And also the least desirable.
But for Tyranitar, it was just perfect.
Its next task was to transform this plain into a desert landscape, just the way it liked.
The towering Tyranitar stomped the ground forcefully, sending weak topsoil flying and shattering the rocks beneath.
Suddenly, an intense earthy-yellow Aura erupted from Tyranitar's body, spreading like wildfire across the surrounding plain.
In an instant, grains of yellow sand began appearing on the barren ground, growing in quantity with each passing moment.
A fierce wind kicked up, whipping the sand into swirling cyclones of varying sizes around the area.
These sandstorms spread in all directions, turning every patch of land they touched into desert.
Under Tyranitar's [Sand Stream], the plain was forcibly transformed into a vast desert in no time.
At the same time, there were countless undulating sand dunes, paired with the rocky terrain nearby, perfectly suited to Tyranitar's preferences.
"Roar!"
On the other side, Garchomp couldn't help but praise Tyranitar, saying it had done an excellent job.
Tyranitar had conjured an entire desert in a short time, showcasing its formidable strength...
Seeing this, Garchomp leaped forward, its streamlined body diving headfirst into the endless sea of yellow sand.
Feeling the rough friction of the sand against its scales, Garchomp found the sensation exhilarating.
With its Rough Skin ability, it particularly enjoyed swimming through the desert, relishing the feeling of countless grains of sand scraping against it.
At the center of Pokémon Island,
there lay a vast grassland, one of the larger terrains among the many.
Similarly, many Pokémon often gathered here.
On the lush green grass, an orange-furred Arcanine sprinted against the wind, occasionally barking and spitting out sparks.
A small Poipole chased after it, though while Arcanine ran, Poipole flew.
Underneath a nearby fruit grove, the rotund Snorlax lay sprawled out, scratching its round belly with massive paws.
The entire fruit grove had been deliberately planted for Snorlax, featuring rare fruit trees from the six continents.
Whenever Snorlax felt like eating, it would simply shake a nearby tree, causing countless plump fruits to fall.
This perfectly suited Snorlax's lifestyle of eating and sleeping.
Pokémon Island was bustling with activity, but beneath it lay the dark, lightless depths of the ocean.
Few fish dwelled here, as an overwhelming pressure permeated the area.
Occasionally, a pair of bright eyes would appear in the deepest parts.
Kyogre, known as the "Sea Basin Pokémon," resided here, usually in deep slumber.
With Kyogre guarding this place, even if creatures from the Dark Continent were to attack, this would remain an absolutely safe haven.
To have the Sea God protect their home was an honor no one in the Pokémon world had ever achieved.
But Akira had done it.
Not only that, but on this expansive Pokémon Island, Akira had also reserved many areas for future use.
Among them was a spot suitable for a volcano, intended for Pokémon that might appear later.
At the very center of Pokémon Island, atop the grassland, stood a large villa.
Beside the villa were several large sunshades, where Akira, Menchi, and Pyon rested on lounge chairs.
They enjoyed the afternoon tranquility.
Nearby, a series of elegant and melodious songs filled the air—Meloetta, the Mythical Pokémon, was singing passionately.
Meanwhile, Rillaboom acted as the drummer, providing accompaniment for Meloetta.
Together, these two musically gifted Pokémon created an extraordinarily beautiful melody.
Perhaps unwilling to be outdone or simply caught up in the mood, two clear and ethereal voices rose from the nearby lake—Lapras and Primarina sang, their voices growing ever more enchanting.
Beneath the lake, Dracovish swam about, listening to the songs above.
For a moment, the surroundings resonated with the voices of four Pokémon, blending together in a unique harmony.
Akira casually took the chilled drink handed to him by Gardevoir, took a deep sip, and the icy refreshment was exhilarating.
He chuckled lightly, "Seems like we've unknowingly been surrounded by music, haven't we?"
Mentchi, standing nearby, thanked Gardevoir before turning to Akira with a hand covering her mouth as she laughed.
"Yes, they're all so enthusiastic, and they all love music so much."
"Their quartet's coordination is amazing. I've never heard such a beautiful song before."
Though there were no lyrics, the harmony between the four created an unimaginable melody and rhythm that was utterly captivating.
This was largely thanks to Meloetta's contribution.
As the epitome of beautiful music in the Pokémon world, Meloetta was an exceptionally unique being.
Legend had it that even a casual hum from Meloetta could become a masterpiece melody adored by countless people.
Now, they had the privilege of enjoying Meloetta's divine singing voice every day—truly a blissful experience.
Besides Meloetta, there were also Lapras and Primarina, whose singing was naturally melodious, along with the drummer Rillaboom.
Akira thought that if these four Pokémon were to form a music group and debut in the Pokémon world, they would undoubtedly cause a sensation, with countless people eager to hear their performances.
They could be called the top-tier Pokémon music team.
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