Gathered Them All!

In October, Songjiang City grew dark very early.

It was only a little after five, yet a streak of fiery sunset already reflected across the horizon, dyeing the river crimson.

Although the first four waves, which had contained the greatest number and concentration of Magikarp, had already passed, quite a few red figures were still bravely pressing forward.

It was just that without the cooperation of so many Magikarp, the few remaining ones found it difficult to keep steady in the surging river.

"Carp!!"

Somewhere on the surface of the Songjiang River, a relatively sturdy Magikarp swam vigorously beneath the setting sun. This was his third attempt of the day.

He had originally arrived with the first wave, but had been brought down twice in succession by strange storms.

But he wasn't discouraged!

This was his third attempt.

"This Beedrill was raised very well. Its body is slightly sturdier than normal, its twin needles are thicker, longer, and sharper, and its wings are noticeably broader..."

By the riverside, Lü Shouchun looked at Xiao Du and analyzed it silently.

Although this Beedrill had been raised excellently in terms of appearance, that was all.

Any outstanding Bug Type Trainer could achieve these traits after investing enough time and effort.

Lü Shouchun wasn't the only one sizing up Xiao Du. Even Yue Jianguo, who was chatting with Wang He nearby, asked curiously, "Your student isn't ordinary. He actually managed to earn Elite Four Lü's attention. Is he the child of an old friend?"

Wang He shook his head and said somewhat regretfully, "If that were really the case, I imagine they'd laugh in their sleep. This child is an orphan. His Pokémon were all provided free of charge by the school."

"Provided by the school?"

A flicker of surprise crossed Yue Jianguo's