Chapter 34: 34. I, The Rich Woman, Give Money!
When Evan heard her words, he suddenly became excited.
"Is business actually that good?"
It was wonderful news.
With this in mind, Evan asked:
"What are your Pokémon?"
"How about I make a plan for you?"
"Let's talk over there."
"Just have someone install the machine here."
Evan glanced at the workers unloading the machines and then extended an invitation to Violet.
Hearing this, Violet nodded.
"Good."
With that response, she gave instructions to the people she had brought with her, ensuring they installed the machines carefully. She needed to take this task seriously.
At that moment, Sophia volunteered, saying:
"I'll keep an eye on things here. You two can go and talk."
"Leave this to me."
Evan and Violet, hearing her reassurance, agreed without hesitation.
At the same time, Evan asked the children from the orphanage to stay nearby and not cause any trouble.
After everything was set, Evan led Violet back to the orphanage. Since many aspects of the breeding house weren't ready yet, it wasn't a suitable place for discussions. For now, the orphanage would have to suffice.
Once back, Evan asked Violet to sit down, poured her some tea, and said:
"Miss Violet, tell me your needs."
"I'll make the recipe for you."
"If you're not satisfied, we can tweak it as needed."
"I don't have much, just formulas for top-tier energy cubes."
"As long as I can source the materials, I'm confident I can make them."
Hearing his words, Violet raised her eyebrows but quickly recalled what Sophia had said earlier.
Evan was an exceptionally talented individual who had already provided her with numerous formulas. The energy cubes her company currently sold were all developed from recipes he had shared, including advanced energy cube formulas.
That was why Sophia had urged her to bring so much equipment.
Evan's abilities were far beyond ordinary.
No exaggeration.
With this in mind, Violet didn't hesitate and began listing her Pokémon.
"My main one right now is a Shiny Metagross, with Champion-level early-stage strength."
"Then Aggron, at the peak of Elite."
"Aegislash, also at the peak of Elite."
"Duraludon, Elite mid-stage."
"Empoleon, at the peak of Elite."
"And a Venusaur, Elite junior level."
"Most of them are Steel-type Pokémon."
"I'm hoping for top-level energy cubes that enhance defense and physical strength."
"It would be best if they're all tailored for Steel-types. Do you have anything like that?"
Hearing this, Evan's eyebrows shot up.
To be honest, the lineup of Elite-level Pokémon she mentioned was impressive. Evan realized he needed to take this seriously.
The young woman before him appeared to be around his age, yet her strength was remarkable.
Noticing Evan's reaction, Violet didn't hold back.
"I don't have much time left," she said firmly.
"I've qualified for this year's Elite Challenge."
"So, I have to succeed this time."
"As you know, all of the Elites in our region of China are Champion-level trainers."
"Hell-level difficulty."
"If it were anywhere else, I wouldn't have to go through so much trouble. With my current strength, I'd already be qualified to claim the Elite position."
"But here, it's different."
"I hope to raise several of my Pokémon to Champion-level strength before the Chinese New Year."
"I've already planned their training regimens."
"However, I just can't keep up with the energy cube supply."
"The advanced energy cubes no longer meet their needs."
"I was worried at first, but Sophia mentioned you might have a solution."
"That gives me hope again."
As she spoke, her tone was serious. She didn't conceal her intentions.
Violet had been preparing meticulously for this year's Elite Challenge, and now, she was in the final stretch.
Despite her current strength and the advantage of Mega Evolution, it wasn't enough. To truly be confident, she would need at least three Pokémon at Champion level.
This would not only ensure her chances of claiming the Elite title but also secure her position in the future.
Hearing her determination, Evan nodded thoughtfully.
"Let me see," he said.
"They're all Steel-type Pokémon, right?"
"But you can't rely entirely on Steel-type specialization for every Pokémon."
"In other words, the secondary Attributes of your Pokémon are just as important, right?"
Evan looked directly at Violet as he said this.
Focusing solely on the Steel type could lead to significant vulnerabilities. This wasn't an ideal strategy for a Trainer.
Especially for someone specializing in one type, understanding and leveraging the secondary Attributes of their Pokémon was critical for overcoming type disadvantages and diversifying strategies.
"Sometimes, when you're at a disadvantage, you have to rely on the secondary Attribute to turn things around," Evan remarked.
Hearing this, Violet nodded in agreement.
"That's right," she replied. "So, do you have any suggestions?"
Her eyes gleamed with anticipation as she awaited his response.
Evan thought carefully before outlining his first plan.
"Let's start with your Shiny Metagross," he began.
"As a Steel and Psychic-type Pokémon, I have an exclusive energy cube that would suit it perfectly. This cube significantly boosts physical strength and stamina while enhancing mental power. It's a top-tier energy cube tailored for Steel and Psychic Pokémon."
"It also provides a notable increase in speed, offering a comprehensive improvement for Metagross."
"What do you think of this one?" Evan asked. "If it doesn't seem ideal, I have another option. The second one focuses more on enhancing Psychic-type attributes, greatly amplifying the power of special attack moves and—"
Before he could finish, Violet interrupted, her decision immediate and clear.
"The first one," she said firmly. "I want this."
"If you need anything, just let me know, and I'll get it for you!"
There wasn't a moment's hesitation. The first energy cube was exactly what she needed.
Her expression turned almost reverent as she looked at Evan, as though he were a treasure she'd stumbled upon.
Marvelous.
She had finally found the perfect energy cube for her Metagross.
Her current advanced energy cubes could no longer provide much benefit, but the one Evan described was ideal—and suitable for long-term use.
Seeing her eagerness, Evan couldn't help but feel speechless for a moment. After some thought, he laid out the details.
"To make this type of energy cube, the most challenging ingredients to acquire are **Light Clay** and **Metal Powder**, the latter of which is made from the steel shells shed by Steel-type Pokémon."
"Light Clay is somewhat tricky to obtain, but Metal Powder shouldn't be an issue for you, considering your Steel specialization."
"You'll also need certain berries, such as **Pili Fruit** and **Starf Berry**, which are imported. You can source those through Sophia."
"Overall, it's not particularly difficult, but Light Clay will need to be acquired in larger quantities."
He outlined the required materials clearly, ensuring there were no misunderstandings. The ingredients weren't rare, but they required precise sourcing to meet the recipe's demands.