"New Herba Mystica!"
Arven gazed into the dark cave. Though the ankle-deep water had soaked his feet, excitement burned in his chest.
He turned eagerly, only to see Baimu wave Porygon2 over to retrieve the Titan Tatsugiri. "...Baimu?"
"Just in case. It's our fish—no, our dragon hostage." Baimu smiled. "You wouldn't want Dondozo waiting to ambush us when we come out, would you?"
Realization dawned on Arven. "Good thinking!"
Until they knew why the Titan Tatsugiri had led the others against them, leaving it outside would only invite trouble.
Porygon2 lit the way with its high beams. Steelix, Hydreigon, and the two Regis stood guard outside as the pair entered the cave.
The lakeside cavern was damp, with the soft drip of water echoing around them now and then.
Yet even here, the Herba Mystica grew vigorously. Its brilliant red leaves gleamed like autumn maple leaves or scattered flames.
[Spicy Herba Mystica]
Baimu could guess its flavor without tasting it. Arven pinched off a small piece and chewed, then immediately grabbed his canteen and gulped down water.
"Spicy! Spicy! It's too spicy! But what a rush! Now I'm hungry!"
He pulled out the Violet Book to check its effects. It could dramatically boost metabolism, and a smile tugged at his lips. "Once Mabosstiff eats this, he's bound to recover a lot!"
"Let's get to work. It's too damp here. We can make food once we're outside."
Baimu borrowed a sickle from Shiny Gengar and became a merciless harvesting machine.
Arven quickly joined him, working with enthusiasm.
In a corner, the Titan Tatsugiri stirred awake. It raised its eyes and saw a sight that made its blood boil!
"Dahss!!"
Robbers! Shameless! Despicable! Where is my Dondozo general? Crush them for your king!
The False Dragon Titan slapped its fins furiously. Watching