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“This is the soft soil area!” Hikaru carried the Pecha Berries to the edge of the fertile ground. Walking Wake eagerly watched as Hikaru buried the berries and watered them. Meanwhile, Petilil happily bounced forward.

“Aw?” Walking Wake curiously looked at Petilil, unsure of what the little one was about to do.

“Petilil is an incredible cultivator!” Hikaru stroked Petilil’s leaves. After days of hard work, Petilil had gained considerable knowledge and learned new moves. She naturally had the ability to enhance plant growth, and now she decided to showcase her skills in front of this mighty dragon!

You may be strong, but I have my own unique abilities too!

Petilil gathered light, illuminating the soil!

Sunny Day!

Then, Petilil used “Growth”!

Her body instantly expanded, boosting her Attack and Special Attack, and under Sunny Day, the effect doubled!

“Wow~!”

The soft soil reacted, resonating with Petilil’s energy. The ground split open as multiple berry seedlings sprouted rapidly!

『Petilil has completed the cultivation process, gaining experience and growth.』

『Acquired Knowledge: Mega Growth – Increases plant maturation speed by 25% and quality by 25%!』

“Aw?!” Walking Wake was astonished, glancing at the seedlings in the soil and then at Petilil, who had rooted herself into the ground. Its eyes now sparkled with admiration and excitement!

A partner who can make berries grow faster? This little dragon-human’s new companion is amazing!

How could it not be great? Now, there will be an endless supply of Pecha Berries!

Receiving Walking Wake’s approval, Petilil was overjoyed, lifting her leaf-like skirt in excitement, showing that all her hard work had paid off!

With her and Hikaru cultivating together, the berries would grow even fuller and taste better!

“Grrrr~” Walking Wake let out a pleased rumble, lowering its head to nuzzle Petilil before licking her gently.

For dragons, this gesture signified recognition. Walking Wake’s eyes now regarded Petilil differently, and its expression transformed into that of a hopeful pup waiting to be fed.

“Wow!” Petilil shook her leafy head, delighted!

Receiving a new companion’s acknowledgment was the greatest honor!

“Speaking of food, why not try this?” Hikaru reached into his bag and pulled out a Mushroom Cake.

The dream world is truly convenient!

“Awrooo?”

Walking Wake sniffed the strange dumpling and its eyes lit up instantly!

What was this incredible scent?

It opened its mouth, rolled its tongue, and swallowed the Mushroom Cake whole. Immediately, a surge of energy spread through its body, but a large portion of it remained unabsorbed.

“Gar?”

Walking Wake tilted its massive head in confusion.

“Hmm, Mushroom Cake are highly attractive to Dragon-type Pokémon, but the one I just took out was infused with Soft Sand, so it only affects Ground-types. That’s why you didn’t get a boost.”

“So, what could enhance a Dragon Pokémon’s strength…?” Hikaru pondered, then pulled out a Dragon Fang from his bag.

The Dragon Fang boosts the power of Dragon-type moves when held.

Beyond being a power-boosting item, Dragon Fangs were also used as a secret ingredient in certain cuisines.

In the Alola region, a special broth was brewed using Dragon Fangs, but since they were rare, obtaining them in the real world required either searching in Dragon Pokémon habitats or acquiring them from Dragon Master clans.

Blackthorn City in Johto, Village of Dragons in Unova, and Meteor Falls in Hoenn were such places.

“Maybe I can ask Lance for help,” Hikaru thought.

Meanwhile, the Dragon Fang he had just created in the dream world wasn’t actually a new material—it was just imagined into existence.

Hikaru began grinding the Dragon Fang. In the dream world, any tool could be conjured at will, and soon, he had collected the powdered remains and kneaded them into a new batch of Mushroom Cake.

This time, a new description appeared:

『Ferocious Dragon Treat: Temporarily amplifies Dragon-type energy, aiding in the growth of Dragon Pokémon.』

『Note: Although it’s a dream-created food, it still slightly boosts Pokémon’s strength within the dream.』

“This is it! Try this one!”

Hikaru tossed the modified Mushroom Cake to Walking Wake. The dragon once again caught it in one gulp, swallowing it whole before even tasting it.

It really was impatient when it came to food.

“Garooo!”

This time, Walking Wake’s eyes gleamed even brighter. It excitedly shook its head and tail, lifted its head skyward, and let out a triumphant roar. A surge of Dragon-type energy slowly rose within it!

Walking Wake then turned its expectant gaze to Hikaru.

It wanted another one! Just one more!

“In reality, this would be even more effective!” Hikaru chuckled, rolling a few more Mushroom Cake, which Walking Wake eagerly licked up and swallowed. It then rumbled in satisfaction!

Pecha Berries and Mushroom Cake—what more could a dragon ask for?

“For now, stay here until I reach Unova,” Hikaru stroked Walking Wake’s mane. “I’ll try my best to visit the dream world often, so you won’t feel lonely.”

That said, without Dream Mist, entering the dream world seemed to be random.

“Aw~” Walking Wake responded. The Link Forest was indeed boring. Though there were other Pokémon, they were all from the dream world and often disappeared randomly. The forest also lacked berries.

Meanwhile, Walking Wake had its own thoughts brewing.

Since it had found a new home, it had to work harder to scavenge more materials from other dreams!

After all, nobody else wanted those items! It had asked!

“Hup!”

Hikaru placed the Light Stone inside the small dream house, setting it among the other gems. Its surface was rugged and scarred. Deciding to follow its item description, Hikaru attempted to polish it.

“The Light Stone in the dream world left Dragonspiral Tower. Will the real-world Light Stone also appear in the Link Forest?”

“If so, perhaps Team Plasma will never find the White Dragon!”

“But why would a Light Stone, which should have been inside the tower, exist outside and hold resentment toward its birthplace?”

Maybe the dream world and reality were opposites, just like how the version mascots in Pokémon games are reversed.

After all, that was the theme of Pokémon Black/White!

Hikaru suddenly had an interesting realization.

Although both the Light Stone and Dragonspiral Tower existed in the White Dragon’s dream, perhaps in reality, the Black Dragon’s stone was inside the tower instead.

Was the White Dragon furious because it couldn’t enter the tower?

Hikaru glanced at Walking Wake.

The dragon attempted to enter the house but got stuck—its massive crest was too big, wedging into the doorway. Frustrated, it let out an annoyed growl:

“Garooo!”

Before, the bigger the crest, the more majestic it felt. Now, it was just a hassle!

“Hmm, I’ll expand the entrance for you,” Hikaru mused.

Since he wasn’t the one living here, he might as well let Walking Wake use the house as a resting place.

Even though its real body was in the Link Forest, scavenging items from other Pokémon’s dreams was exhausting.

“Unova really is fascinating—it can connect dreams and reality!”

Hikaru marveled at this concept as he dismantled the house’s entrance. In his mind, he imagined a larger doorway, and sure enough, the entrance expanded.

Now, Walking Wake could enter with just a slight tilt of its head. Exiting, however, was still a bit tricky. Nonetheless, it squeezed inside, curled up comfortably, and lay on the floor, staring at Hikaru.

Hikaru sensed that this environment resembled the caves that Walking Wake’s kind once inhabited in ancient times.

A home-like cave structure—it made the dragon feel safe.

『Invited Pokémon: Walking Wake』

『Effect: The settled Walking Wake will expand Sky Island and bring alternating Sunny and Rainy weather.』

“Wow!” Petilil also hopped inside, curiously exploring the interior. Since this house was based on her dream, it was quite similar to a workshop.

Finally, Hikaru carefully polished the Light Stone, removing its scars.

『Polishing Bonus: The Light Stone’s surface scars have vanished, calming its fury. The stone’s elemental energy has increased.』

『The Light Stone’s power will now bring vitality to its surroundings.』

“Haa~” Petilil yawned, and the dream world began to blur—a sign of waking up.

“Time’s up.” Hikaru glanced at Walking Wake, who also realized this and let out a regretful rumble.

Next time, it would scavenge even better items!

Perhaps… the dream of a certain Black Dragon next?

Hikaru was lost in his fantasies while rummaging through his backpack, taking out a large number of Mushroom Cake. Though they were imaginary food, they still had some benefits for Walking Wake’s growth in the dream world. However, the true effects of dream energy remained unknown.

Petilil also swayed its leaves!

“Big dragon, see you later!”

“Roar!” Walking Wake let out a low growl, watching as Hikaru and Petilil disappeared. Then, it immediately began devouring the Mushroom Cake.

At that moment, the white Light Stone trembled slightly!

A consciousness within the Light Stone was gradually awakening!

“Ga’oo?” Walking Wake tilted its head, looking toward the white stone with a questioning expression.

What, you want some too?

Heh, you don’t even have a mouth, how would you eat? Besides, these were given to me by my Trainer, so I can’t share them with you!

Light Stone: “…”

No one is trying to snatch your imaginary food!

I am a mighty legendary dragon; I would never care about such ordinary food!

The consciousness within the Light Stone pondered.

It was truly incredible. Ever since that human had polished it, its anger had started to fade, quickly calming down and even recovering from its nightmares!

His craftsmanship was quite impressive.

No, that wasn’t the main point!

Receiving the craftsman’s polishing in the dream seemed to help free its mind from its restraints more quickly. It might even influence the recovery speed of its physical body in reality!

Since that hoarding water dragon had heard its call, then as its Trainer, that craftsman must also have a deep connection to reality!

He could be a subject worth observing!

(End of Chapter)

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