Pokémon Farm

Chapter 165 An Encounter with Itagi

Upon learning that Xuan Mingtian wanted to observe the area, the mall owner didn't dare to be negligent at all. He immediately bowed and led the way for him.

Upon arriving at the office on the 5th floor, a familiar yet unfamiliar figure came into view.

After the boss bowed to welcome Xuan Mingtian to sit down, the figure turned around and greeted him with a smile.

"Young Master Xuan, it's been a long time. I remember the last time we met was in the supermarket."

It turns out that the protagonist of this figure is none other than the famous Evergreen Dojo master: Banmu.

"Haha, Master Banmu, it's been a long time. It's been more than a month since we last met. I didn't expect to run into you here."

Anyone can say polite words; after all, Xuan Mingtian is nearly thirty years old, including his age from his previous life. He understands these simple social niceties.

Don't assume that gangs or underground forces don't care about this; that would be a huge mistake.

However, when Banmu appeared here, Xuan Mingtian had already roughly guessed that this department store was definitely related to the former.

Just then, the mall owner walked up to the two of them, holding a fossil about 60 centimeters in diameter.

"Boss, I didn't expect you two to know each other. Then I'll skip the introduction. Young Master Xuan, look, this is a fossilized crust."

It seems Xuan Mingtian's guess wasn't entirely accurate, because the owner of this department store is none other than Banmu in front of him. However, upon hearing the word "fossil," Xuan Mingtian scanned it with the panel.

Crust fossils

Description: An elf named Kabuto lived approximately 3 million years ago, but perished. Over time, it transformed into the fossil we see today.

Effect: Unless there's a fossil revival machine, no one in this world, except Arceus, can revive it. So if you want such a spirit, go and revive it.

Xuan Mingtian looked at the fossil shape in front of him, which resembled a wok, and inwardly complained. He hadn't expected it to be a fossil of a fossil helmet.

However, upon seeing the fossil resurrection machine described on the panel, Xuan Mingtian immediately fell into deep thought. This name was not unfamiliar to him, given his memories of his past life.

This is another advanced technology in the Pokémon world: the fossil revival machine. However, according to current information, this fossil revival machine is still in the research stage.

It seems that it will take a long time for the elven remains within these fossils to be restored to their appearance from 3 million years ago.

"You go ahead and do your own thing. I'll take care of Young Master Xuan."

After the mall owner put down the fossil, Banmu told him to go do his own work.

It seems that Banmu must have something to discuss with Xuan Mingtian. Otherwise, he wouldn't have sent the mall owner away.

"Master Banmu, is there something you need to discuss with me?"

Xuan Mingtian remained completely unfazed by the other party's actions. Regardless of their status, the Regirock on his person alone was enough to protect him from any harm.

"Haha, as expected of Young Master Xuan, who is known as a genius in Suiyi Town. I am speaking to you privately because I would like to gain your family's support."

The words had barely left his lips when Xuan Mingtian fell into deep thought. He hadn't expected Banmu to leave him behind, hoping to gain the family's support. However, after pondering for a while, he realized that the matter was not so simple.

"Gym Leader Giovanni, are you kidding me? As a Gym Leader and Trainer in the League, you actually want the support of a family that is not under the League's jurisdiction."

That's absolutely true, and it's something the Alliance absolutely cannot allow. Because for the Alliance, the biggest crisis comes from these uncontrolled families.

Although both sides are at peace, they are secretly engaged in fierce competition.

For example, during the time of Xuan Mingtian's great-grandfather, a family came to seize the Tree of Miracles. If they hadn't been so powerful, they would probably have become a fallen family.

An investigation at the time revealed that these families, wiped out by the great-grandfather, had intricate connections with the Alliance, making it easy to see that this was done with the Alliance's approval.

This is also why they were tricked by the Miracle Tree Seed, but this way they could withstand the Alliance's forces. Nowadays, there are very few families left who dare not resist; their families have all joined the Alliance system.

That's why no one wants to disrupt this balance. This is also why Brock, Professor Oak, and Xuan Mingtian are on good terms.

However, with his family acquiring Regigigas and the three legendary Titans, this delicate balance has shifted somewhat. This is why Giovanni is seeking support.

“Young Master Xuan, since you’ve been so frank, I won’t hide it from you either. I’m actually the leader of the underground organization Team Rocket.”

After finishing speaking, Itagaki took out a badge with the letter "R" from his pocket and put it on his chest.

However, Xuan Mingtian found the other party's behavior insignificant. He continued to slump on the sofa, sipping his tea.

Itagaki witnessed this scene and was completely taken aback by the other person's composure. He didn't seem like a five-year-old at all; truly deserving of the title of genius.

"Oh, and then?"

Xuan Mingtian's slow, deliberate question left Banmu stunned on the spot.

Meanwhile, the latter thought to himself, "What does this mean? Just a casual remark? Underground forces, the mafia. The kind that commits murder and arson, the kind that the alliance targets. How can they answer so simply?"

However, despite their inner thoughts, respectful words were still indispensable.

"Young Master Xuan, haven't you ever heard of underground forces or the underworld?"

"Of course I know you're the leader of the Rockets, but what does that have to do with me? You do your thing, I'll enjoy my life. Isn't it better if we don't bother each other?"

This was also what Xuan Mingtian was thinking. He had absolutely no interest in these underground forces, and besides, he was still just a five-year-old child. It was time for him to eat, drink, and have fun.

"But I really need your family's support. I'll agree to any conditions you set."

It's clear that Banmu is really persistent, but he really doesn't like the conditions Banmu offered.

After pondering for a moment, Xuan Mingtian slowly said, "You want me to support you? No problem. But first, you have to show me your strength, right?"

The moment those words were uttered, it was already destined that the Xuan family would have some connection with Team Rocket in the future. Moreover, Xuan Mingtian was also thinking of making some small moves; after all, he was a newcomer in this world. How could he not cause some trouble?

“Yes, Young Master Xuan, please follow me.”

Given the current situation, Banmu knows that if he wants Xuan Mingtian to take notice of him, he needs to demonstrate his strength. Otherwise, forget about support; Xuan Mingtian won't even give him a second glance.

Banmu stood up and strode towards the large safe. He then performed a series of rhythmic operations, and as he finished, a loud bang echoed throughout the office.