Venonat's Little Schemes

The Venonat hid behind a Daiki, secretly watching the small river in front of it. Its big red Compound Eyes carefully surveyed its surroundings, and after finding that there was no threat, it leisurely ran to the riverbank to start drinking water.

After reaching the riverbank, it didn't immediately drink. Instead, it patiently and cautiously watched the river flow slowly until it realized there were no Water-type Pokémon in it. Only then did it leisurely replenish its water.

But if you look closely, you can see tiny ripples spreading outwards from it in all directions; this is the Supersonic technology.

If the temple were here, it would know why it had been so hard to find the Venonat.

Because their paranoia has penetrated to the bone, they even Alto Mare. They are a typical example of a group of treacherous people trying to harm me, and I must be vigilant at all times.

Suddenly, the Venonat's two white antennae twitched, and it quickly ran away, hiding under a tree.

Two or three purple monkey-like Pokémon with hand-shaped tails jumped down from a nearby tree and began to drink water one by one.

"Ugh, slap."

One of the Aipom suddenly slammed its purple tail into the water, and the Aipom closest to the riverbank was immediately soaked by the splashing water.

"Ugh, ugh."

The Aipom, having played a prank, clapped its hands happily and jumped up excitedly.

For a moment, the Aipom completely forgot their original purpose and started playing around.

"Venonat..."

The Venonat, hiding in the shadows, stared intently, seemingly filled with envy. After a moment's thought, a red light gradually flashed in its red Compound Eyes.

The Aipom were engrossed in their playful antics by the river, oblivious to the giant water sphere that had appeared above them. With a loud "bang," the sphere exploded, turning the Aipom monsters.

A moment of silence fell over the room.

"Ugh!!"

"Ugh, ugh!"

"Ugh! Ugh!"

The Aipom waved their tails, which had white hand-like appendages, and glared fiercely at their surroundings, ready to teach any madmen who dared to play pranks on them a lesson.

The person who plays the prank is the only one who's happy; the person being pranked isn't really happy.

People who are good at playing pranks are especially unhappy when they are the ones who are pranked in return.

"Venonat."

The Venonat immediately hid again, laughing happily; it was clear that this made it very happy.

It's quite possible that these pranks were learned from Aipom, truly teaching the apprentice to outwit the master.

Judging from its skillful methods, this is probably not the first time it has done this. It seems that it's not just Dian and Aipom have suffered; there are likely quite a few victims, and among them may be its companions.

This explains why it doesn't stay with other Venonat or Rest under a nearby tree, but instead deliberately hides in the grass to rest. It's probably worried about being pranked and Revenge against by other Pokémon.

"Venonat..."

The Venonat had a lingering look on its face, as if it was still enjoying the satisfaction of its prank, but it didn't realize that when it used its Confusion to play the prank, it forgot to continue using its Supersonic waves to probe the surroundings.

It seemed a little tired, so it sat down on the Ground-type to rest for a while.

The Venonat, however, did not notice that the shadows on the Ground-type seemed rather strange, slowly spreading towards it.

Suddenly, a black shadow darted out from the grass, quickly wrapping around the Venonat and binding it tightly.

Immediately afterward, a blur flashed by, and by the time the dust settled, Beedrill had already Poison Sting its stinger firmly against the red compound Compound Eyes of the Venonat.

Dian then walked out smugly. No matter how cunning Venonat was, in the end, he still had to drink his brother Dian's foot bath water.

In the blink of an eye, Venonat was dumbfounded. Just moments ago it was the one playing tricks on others, but now, Mortal World had come swiftly, and it had become a prisoner.

"Venonat..."

At this moment, the guide they had captured was making a quick escape. Although it didn't know the meaning of "the birds are all gone, the bow is put away; the rabbits are all dead, the dogs are cooked," it understood that if it didn't run now, nothing good would come of it.

It had only taken a few steps when it saw a black, sharp spike pointing directly at it.

"Dream?"

The Misdreavus looked at it with a bright, sunny expression, as if to say, "Don't rush, you haven't properly thanked it yet."

"Venonat! Venonat!"

The Guide Venonat quickly shook its head, indicating that it didn't need anything; serving the people was its duty, and it dared not ask for anything more.

"Dream..."

The Misdreavus Demon's face darkened, her red eyes fixed on it for several seconds before she finally spoke, "Dream?"

"Venonat!"

The Guide Venonat, nodded obediently, then its two antennae twitched slightly, indicating that it was following orders.

"Hey hey."

Hoppip jumped down from the palace and let out a natural chirp at the Venonat that was tied up in a ball.

Hmm, this Venonat certainly has style. It adopts a defiant attitude, closes its eyes, and refuses to cooperate.

Dian nodded in satisfaction. Yes, he liked it. This attitude of never giving in was good. This way, he could send the Venonat to meet its ancestors without any guilt.

With Beedrill watching, Dian wasn't worried at all that this Venonat that dared to get him wet could cause any trouble. Not every monkey can fly.

As for the guides nearby, it seems like they could... make a "two-part soup" (a soup with two different ingredients)?

The prince waved his hand. "Take them all away."

He was brimming with confidence and prepared to find an auspicious burial site, then wait for an auspicious day to start making soup. Perhaps after eating it, he could achieve immortality.

Hmm, we've found an auspicious spot. Following the stream forward, we find a depression that's quite spacious.

Some Pokémon were resting by the river, but when they saw a group of unidentified creatures approaching menacingly, they immediately hid and secretly watched the group, wondering what they wanted.

Boom!

The fire was lit using the Fire-Starting Device, and then preparations were made to begin simmering the soup.

"Venonat?"

At this moment, the die-hard Venonat looked at the pot of soup with a puzzled expression, seemingly not understanding why no one was paying attention to him and started eating.

This process isn't quite right. Shouldn't it first Captivate Venonat, then let it fully demonstrate its superior qualities, ultimately proving unyielding, and then, after paying a higher price, reluctantly submit, thus living a good life as a pet?

Where are the Poké Ball? Where is the peaceful capture?

Are you planning to Captivate it with food?

It has to taste good, you know. This Venonat is considered an outstanding new generation of Venonat. If you don't show some sincerity, how can it wholeheartedly follow you?