“Gengar!”
Gengar let out a low Growl, then slowly opened its mouth, conveying its meaning to Jiang Mo through the unique communication method between Pokémon.
“I can sense this little guy’s potential. I want to take it as my disciple and pass on everything I’ve learned to it.”
Gengar’s voice echoed in Jiang Mo’s mind, carrying an undeniable firmness.
“During its learning period, all resources of the Gengar Family will be directed towards it to help it grow rapidly.”
Gengar continued, as if it had already planned a path to becoming a Champion for Gastly.
“I only hope that when it breaks through to Champion after, it can protect the Gengar Family, allowing our Family to continue to prosper in this Evergreen Secret Realm.”
A hint of worry and expectation for the Family’s future was revealed in Gengar’s eyes.
Thanks to Tokiwa Power, Jiang Mo was able to simply understand what Pokémon were saying in the Evergreen Secret Realm.
When he heard Gengar’s thoughts, his heart first filled with joy, as if he saw Gastly becoming a Champion under Gengar’s guidance.
If Gastly could receive guidance from a Champion like Gengar, its future growth would surely be limitless.
But then, he frowned, saying with a troubled expression, “Geng Gui Clan Leader, I am very grateful that you value Gastly, but I have many restrictions when coming to this Evergreen Secret Realm. I can’t enter or leave freely, so I can’t leave Gastly here to study with you for a long time.”
Jiang Mo’s face was full of helplessness and regret.
Gengar’s eyes flashed with disappointment when it heard Jiang Mo’s words.
It floated back and forth in the cave, each movement seemingly carrying its heavy thoughts. After a moment of contemplation, it suddenly stopped.
It slowly opened its large mouth, and a Gengar Mega Evolution ite, emitting a mysterious ghostly light, was spit out, hovering in mid-air. The ghostly light contained rich Ghost-type energy, exuding a captivating aura.
Gengar looked at Jiang Mo. Although it didn’t know the specific use of this stone, by instinct, it could clearly feel that this stone contained extremely powerful energy.
Moreover, for the Gengar Family, it had an irresistible attraction, but for so many years, it had not figured out how to use it.
“Gengar!”
Gengar let out a Growl, pushing the ite towards Jiang Mo with its mind. The meaning was very clear: it wanted to give this stone to Jiang Mo.
Jiang Mo was surprised, his eyes wide. Just as he was about to refuse, Gengar let out a series of Growls, urgent and sincere, as if saying, “This is the best thing I can offer.”
Through the tacit understanding he had cultivated from long-term interaction with Pokémon, Jiang Mo roughly understood Gengar’s meaning: it hoped Jiang Mo would accept this stone.
Even if Gastly couldn’t stay and learn now, if Jiang Mo gained enough strength in the future and could return to the Evergreen Secret Realm, for the sake of this stone and today’s favor, he would slightly protect the Gengar Family.
Jiang Mo looked at the Gengar Mega Evolution ite in front of him, his heart in a dilemma. He knew how precious this item was; once accepted, it would be equivalent to bearing a heavy responsibility.
However, looking at the expectant eyes of the Gengar Family, and thinking that it would be a pity for Gastly to miss this opportunity, he seemed to see Gastly’s disappointed eyes.
“Damn it, I’ll take it! If I become strong enough, I’ll just bring the Gengar Family out to enjoy life. This is a Mega Evolution ite!”
Jiang Mo made up his mind. After all, in this world, Mega Evolution ites are very precious, one less with each use, belonging to non-renewable resources.
Many Elite Champions cannot master Mega Evolution because they don’t have Mega Evolution ites. This is a treasure countless people dream of.
“Geng Gui Clan Leader, don’t worry, I, Jiang Mo, will remember today’s kindness. As long as I have the ability, I will definitely return to protect the Gengar Family and never let you suffer harm.”
Jiang Mo said solemnly, his expression as if making a sacred vow.
Jiang Mo was about to put the Mega Evolution ite into his spatial backpack, but the Mega Evolution ite suddenly disappeared.
At this moment, the long-silent game panel issued a reminder, and he was surprised to find a new item under the 【Items】 option—the Gengar Mega Evolution ite.
Gengar didn’t understand any of this, thinking Jiang Mo had already put away the Mega Evolution ite. Seeing Jiang Mo’s actions, it seemed like a huge weight had been lifted from its mind.
“Gengar Gengar”
Gengar let out a few satisfied Growls, its voice carrying a hint of relief and joy.
The surrounding Gastly and Haunter also cheered.
The next day, Jiang Mo woke up from his sleep and sensed that the mysterious perception of Tokiwa Power was becoming stronger.
That power seemed to surge within him, constantly drawing him deeper into the Secret Realm.
Although he knew the depths of the Secret Realm were full of unknowns and dangers, Jiang Mo, after a brief thought, still decided to investigate.
After all, he was a tokiwa child; the Evergreen Secret Realm couldn’t possibly harm him, could it?
Jiang Mo found Gengar and sincerely requested, “Geng Gui Clan Leader, I want to explore the depths of the Secret Realm, but our strength is truly a bit weak. I wonder if you could escort me for a while?”
“Gengar!”
Gengar agreed without hesitation.
Now, they and Jiang Mo were on the same boat. If Jiang Mo and Gastly died in the depths of the forest, it would have nowhere to cry. For both emotional and logical reasons, it should help.
Thus, Gengar slowly led Jiang Mo deeper into the Secret Realm.
Along the way, Jiang Mo vigilantly observed his surroundings. The scenery gradually became strange; dense vegetation shimmered with ghostly light, and occasionally, some weak Pokémon peeked from the shadows.
However, with Gengar, the overlord, there was no troublesome Pokémon along the way. Instead, sensing Gengar’s powerful aura, they all fled.
Not long after they left, in the cave where the Gengar Family resided, an ordinarily inconspicuous Gastly suddenly flashed a hint of cunning in its eyes.
Its body began to twist and deform, and in a short while, it actually transformed into the appearance of a Spearow.
It flapped its wings and flew high, quietly following behind Jiang Mo and Gengar. Its flight path was light and hidden, seemingly not wanting to be easily detected.
Jiang Mo and Gengar continued to go deeper. When they reached the foot of a mountain, Gengar stopped.
Jiang Mo was very confused, but Gengar told him that this place was the territory of the Mountain God Family, and if it entered rashly, it would be considered a provocation, so it could only escort him this far.
As they approached the foot of the mountain, Jiang Mo’s sense of connection grew stronger. He could feel that the summons was on this mountain.
But Gengar refused to take another step into this place. There was nothing Jiang Mo could do but ask Gengar to wait in place while he took Gastly and Pikachu up the mountain alone.
