Chapter 9: I Can Help You Build a Harem
Right after the Dragonite was knocked out, Chen Nian threw a Poké Ball and recalled Necrozma.
At that moment, the Dragonite elder’s voice echoed in Chen Nian’s ears once more:
“Human, it seems you truly possess the strength to conquer my kin!”
“At such a young age, you already have such a supreme being as your partner?”
“Truly remarkable…”
“However, I must remind you of one thing!”
“Simply defeating my kin isn’t enough, you must make it willingly follow you!”
“This point…”
“Alright, Elder, no need to emphasize that. Don’t worry, I’ll convince it!”
“Then I’ll rest easy. I’ll return now. If you succeed, bring it to me…”
……
With that, the Dragonite elder flapped its wings and flew away.
Meanwhile, Chen Nian used his psychic abilities to wake the unconscious Dragonite.
“Big guy, convinced yet?”
“If not, how about another round?”
“This time, I’ll let you attack first!”
Chen Nian had expected the hot-tempered Dragonite to eagerly jump into a rematch. Instead, its round little head shook vigorously, like a rattle drum.
Strangely, Chen Nian noticed a hint of… flattery on the Dragonite’s face?
Did Necrozma knock its brains out or something?
……
After a while, Chen Nian finally understood the situation.
The Dragonite wasn’t brain-damaged—it was genuinely convinced.
The battle had made it realize the gap between itself and Necrozma was like the difference between a firefly and the moon.
Why seek another beating when it knew it stood no chance?
……
Seeing the Dragonite submit, Chen Nian stated his purpose again.
“Since you don’t want to fight anymore, how about coming with me as my partner? Don’t worry, I’ll make you stronger…”
The Dragonite hesitated, then let out a series of “Awoo awoo” sounds, as if trying to convey something.
……
Thanks to his psychic abilities, Chen Nian roughly understood.
The Dragonite didn’t want to leave—, ven though its kin avoided it, it still wished to live among them. And… it wanted to find a mate.
If it left with Chen Nian, its love life would be over.
After processing its thoughts, Chen Nian was speechless.
After a long pause, he sighed.
“You’re on such bad terms with your kin, yet you still want a mate?”
“Little bro, is that all you aspire to?”
“Fine, since you brought it up, here’s my offer.”
“If you come with me, I’ll take care of your future marriage. How about that?”
“I guarantee that within three years, you’ll happily marry a cute female Dragonite.”
“Besides, the outside world is way more exciting than this place… You’re still young—do you really plan to waste your life here?”
……
Noticing the Dragonite’s growing interest, Chen Nian pressed further.
“Don’t worry, I won’t lie to you!”
“I’m looking for a true companion!”
“Don’t you want to grow stronger?”
“You saw how powerful my Pokémon is, right? Once I train you to that level, what kind of mate won’t want you?”
“Heck, I can even help you build a harem! Imagine it—left and right, surrounded by beautiful Dragonite girls. How awesome would that be?”
……
That did it. The Dragonite was fully convinced.
Its eyes sparkled as it “Awoo awoo”-ed excitedly, as if saying:
“Got it! I’ll follow you from now on, bro!”
“You’ve got to take care of me!”
“And remember—my future harem is in your hands!”
……
Chen Nian patted its body reassuringly.
“Don’t worry, I keep my promises.”
“Consider your love life settled!”
“Now, get in!”
He tossed a Poké Ball, and the Dragonite entered without resistance, officially becoming his Pokémon.
Soon, Chen Nian released it again and climbed onto its back.
“Let’s go. Time to meet your elder.”
“Since we’re leaving, we should at least say goodbye.”