Chapter 6: Taming the Ugly Fish and Training the Trainer's Heart Energy

Yamato originally thought that Aqi was merely fishing here as a hobby, but it seems that this is also his way of making money

Moreover, Dahe believes that there are many ways to enhance beauty

However, he is also unwilling to give up just like that

Although the ugly fish has little value for cultivation, it is difficult to catch and can be considered rare. Moreover, the ugly fish has very low food requirements, so capturing it and keeping it as a memento is also a good idea

I am familiar with this Pokémon, its name is Magikarp. Just look at its vacant expression, its bumpy and uneven body, which perfectly matches its name, Magikarp

However, whether it is the method to enhance beauty or the use of beautiful scales, Yamato knows that he is incapable of achieving either.

After processing all the King Carp into fish bone powder, Aqi handed over the portion belonging to Yamato to Yamato.

A surge of confidence emerges from within, which should make it much easier for the ugly fish to enhance its beauty

Generally speaking, as one ages, the capacity of the heart also tends to strengthen, with the years from 10 to 18 being the period of the most rapid increase in heart capacity

Without engaging in battle, Yamato directly captured the Magikarp using a Poké Ball

Daihe recalled the scene when he met the sailor Yamato Ichijo. Previously, when Ichijo was giving them a speech, he indeed felt some pressure.

Anyone you randomly find on the street would know this

Perhaps there really is such a thing as psychic energy, but for Yamato Hatena, who has traveled from another world, the pressure brought by this psychic energy does not feel significant enough

Looking at the Pokémon that Dahe had summoned, Aqi Na expressed some surprise, saying

Trainers refine themselves through various methods, travel extensively, learn martial arts, acquire knowledge, and enhance the intensity of their mental energy

It is said that the ability to harness the mind is the reason trainers can command Pokémon

Hearing Aqi Na say this, Dahe felt that the heart and willpower are quite similar

Yamato heard Aqi Na say that the fish bone powder made from King Carp, even without the addition of any other materials, is quite beneficial for Water-type Pokémon

Aqina nodded and said

At that time, he exerted tremendous effort, using pliers to crush the King Carp, and with great difficulty, swallowed it bit by bit

Although it is particularly difficult to catch, due to the fact that no one is willing to raise it, the ugly fish and the - picture - book cannot sell for any money at all

Today I caught three Finneon, a Pokémon whose tail resembles fine silk, and its swimming posture is particularly beautiful, earning it the title of the dancer of the water

The ugly fish is to him now like a chicken rib, tasteless to eat, yet a pity to discard

In the past, when the lobster soldier could not find food, it was also forced to eat the difficult-to-chew King Carp.

However, Yamato always felt that the heart was merely something those sailors used to deceive themselves

Yamato believes that the best way to enhance his mental strength at present is to train his body. As a sailor, it is essential for Yamato to possess agility in order to survive the fierce battles at sea

Aqina noticed Yamato's inner turmoil and pointed at the ugly fish, saying

It can strengthen the muscles and bones, and enhance vital energy

Aqina, have you heard of Xin Neng?

As for the ugly fish, Dahe can only feed it with some ordinary food for the time being, after all, he has no money to purchase precious tree fruits to make energy cubes to enhance the beauty of the ugly fish

The momentum and spirit that Xiao Zhi exclaims must be the external manifestation of one's inner energy

Let him give up on the ugly fish, a magical creature that can evolve into a Milotic. Naturally, he is unwilling to part with it

Yamato pondered for a moment and ultimately decided to accept the ugly fish

Aqina, I do not have any spare Poké Balls on me, could you sell me one?

The sailor is not very clear either; it is said that the heart is the inner strength of the trainer, reflecting the trainer's confidence.

The stronger the mind, the stronger the Pokémon that can be commanded

No problem

This still depends on the circumstances; it is rather unrealistic to expect to catch particularly rare Pokémon on Battle Island, so I might spend an entire day fishing without encountering a single Pokémon worth capturing

If a trainer cannot command their Pokémon, it indicates that the trainer's level is lower than that of the Pokémon

Of course, mental energy is a reflection of a trainer's level. Although it cannot be specifically quantified, during battles, you can distinctly feel the sense of pressure emanating from them

Daihe immediately released the lobster soldier and fed him two spoonfuls of fish bone powder

However, the fish bone powder that I tasted this time was different; although the flavor was the same, the texture upon entering the mouth was markedly different

Lobster Soldier, this fish bone powder can make your shell harder, greatly benefiting your defense.

Aqina, do you know how to train in order to strengthen your heart

Yamato believes that if the ugly fish could change its dull gaze, it would become wise

After the ugly fish, the only catch that Yamato brought up was the carp king, which was nothing but bones with no flesh at all

At five o'clock, Dahe and Aqinah put away their fishing rods and used a net to gather all the carp kings. The two of them pulled the carp kings back to Aqinah's home

Yamato believes that the battle-capable Pokémon in Aqi's possession are difficult to acquire, likely because the wealthy do not find them appealing, while those without money naturally cannot afford them

Aqina, how much money can you earn in a day fishing here

Many wealthy individuals enjoy setting up a large fish tank at home to keep a few fancy goldfish for aesthetic appeal

If the heart truly possesses such powerful effects, then Yamato would understand why those normally unruly sailors behave like docile little rabbits when Kurama Ichijo delivers his speeches

Aqina cannot lower the price either, as lowering the price would mean that the profits would not even be enough to sustain itself

Moreover, the ugly fish moves slowly, possesses particularly weak strength, and coupled with its unattractive appearance, very few people are inclined to keep it as a pet.

At the suggestion of Aqi Na, the King of Carp was thrown ashore by them, preparing to be taken back to Aqi Na's residence later to be ground into fish bone powder

Even some Pokémon that excel in battle may not necessarily sell quickly; on the contrary, those goldfish that appear particularly beautiful on the outside can fetch a good price

Looking at this ugly fish on his fishing rod, Dahe was momentarily at a loss as to how to handle it

Yamato curiously asked

Aqina said nonchalantly

I once had the privilege of witnessing the scene where the dojo trainer of the Martial Arts Dojo exerted their full strength; just watching from the sidelines, I felt somewhat breathless

During these days on the ship, Yamato has heard the sailors mention a special thing called "heart energy"

Aqina calculated for a moment and then said

Although Yamato lacks the financial means to enhance the beauty of the ugly fish with external objects, he intends to improve the intelligence of the ugly fish

Yamato believes that Inoue Saori, as a specialist in the breeding of Water-type Pokémon, should have a variety of methods to enhance the beauty of Water-type Pokémon

For instance, practicing martial arts involves pushing oneself to the limit during training. Engaging in wilderness travel, encountering life-and-death situations, and then overcoming them can all enhance one's mental strength