"Twice the power!?"
Nami's eyes were instantly drawn to the description of the electric ball.
While she had expected VIP level 2 items to be powerful, she hadn't anticipated that they would be this ridiculously strong...
Not only would it double Pikachu's power, but it would also provide a permanent super boost!
In other words...
Whether Pikachu was at level 32 or level 100, the strength of its attacks would be doubled!
This kind of game-breaking enhancement...
Nami nodded without a moment's hesitation.
"I'll take it, Sir Meowth!"
1,000 points, 500 million beli...
The old Nami would never have made such a decisive choice.
But now, after learning about the existence of other worlds, her dream of mapping the world seemed almost trivial in comparison.
Money in the pirate world is just currency—it's best used wisely.
Seeing Nami's resolute decision, Meowth's eyes narrowed with satisfaction, and a crescent-shaped smile curved across his face.
However, in the spirit of honest business, Meowth offered a friendly reminder:
"A wise choice!"
"But Miss Nami, before finalizing the deal, I'd like you to carefully review the details about this item…"
"This electric ball is designed specifically for Pikachu. In other words, it will have no effect if used by any Pokémon other than Pikachu."
"If you're planning to evolve Pikachu into Raichu, we wouldn't recommend purchasing the electric ball."
"In that case, you might prefer the high-quality Thunder Stone, which is priced between 800 and 1,000 points and can evolve your Pikachu into a more powerful Raichu."
"No!"
Nami smiled softly and declined after listening to Meowth's suggestion.
Having often studied Pokémon knowledge from Butterfree, she knew...
Pokémon evolution is essentially a process of unlocking potential ahead of time to quickly become stronger.
While the strength changes, the potential remains fixed.
Whether a Pokémon evolves or not, the ultimate level it can reach is almost the same.
Originally, Nami had been hesitating about whether to let Pikachu evolve into Raichu, sacrificing its cute appearance for greater power.
But now, after seeing the exclusive item like the electric ball, she immediately made up her mind!
Evolution?
No way!
With that thought, Nami suddenly glanced at Kuro and stared at him for a moment.
Kuro: ???
Why are you looking at me like that...?
"Since you've made your decision, then..."
After confirming that Nami was resolute, Meowth's smile broadened, and he clapped his hands happily.
"Deal closed!"
As he spoke, Meowth opened his palm, revealing a round bead pulsing with powerful electric energy.
To make it easier to wear, the system had thoughtfully included a stretchable cord that could be adjusted freely.
"Thank you, Sir Meowth!"
Nami eagerly accepted the electric ball.
At this point, James stepped forward, noticing her excitement, and quickly suggested with a smile:
"Would you like to test it with your Pikachu?"
This was the first time Team Rocket had sold such an amplifying item, so they were curious too...
How attractive would this type of item be to trainers?
"Yes!"
Nami nodded excitedly and released Pikachu from the Poké Ball at her waist.
"Pika!?"
Pikachu, who seemed to have been sleeping inside the Poké Ball, was startled by the crowd surrounding it as soon as it emerged.
But in the next moment, its eyes were drawn to the electric ball in Nami's hand.
"Pika!? (What's this!?)"
Pikachu exclaimed, sensing an incredibly familiar electric power from the ball in Nami's hand.
It was as if that power naturally belonged to it.
Realizing something, Pikachu's eyes lit up, and it looked at Nami eagerly:
"Pika!? (Is this for me!?)"
Nami, who had developed a slight bond with Pikachu, could already understand its voice without needing a translation.
She smiled warmly.
"Of course!"
"Do you like it?"
As she spoke, Nami handed the electric ball to Pikachu.
Pikachu nodded enthusiastically.
"Pika! Pika! Pika! (I love it! I love it! I love it so much!!!)"
At that moment, Pikachu's gaze was fixed solely on the round electric bead, its eyes full of excitement.
Nami carefully fastened the golden electric bead around Pikachu's neck.
The cord, crafted with the advanced technology of the Pokémon world, naturally adjusted to achieve the best fit, ensuring maximum comfort.
Suddenly, a golden light flashed from the electric bead and vanished in an instant.
When everyone looked at Pikachu again, they were shocked to see that the color of the electric bead had matched Pikachu's fur perfectly, blending seamlessly as if it had become part of Pikachu.
"Pika?"
Pikachu looked at its paws, feeling a strange sensation coursing through its body.
At that moment, it was as though something had changed inside it, though it was hard to say what. The electric bead's power had naturally merged with its body.
"Let's give it a try, Pikachu!"
Nami suggested with a smile.
"Pika! (No problem!)"
Pikachu nodded and quickly jumped onto the ship's railing, staring out at the distant sea.
Suddenly, a spark of lightning flashed in its sharp eyes.
In the next instant, powerful electricity surged forth, and the surrounding air crackled as if it were being torn apart.
"Pika?"
Pikachu was momentarily stunned by the change in its energy.
Unexpectedly...
It could now generate so much electricity with ease.
Summoning all its strength, Pikachu intensified the lightning around it, making the energy glow even brighter.
"Pika~chu!!!"
With a mighty push, Pikachu released the energy forward.
Suddenly, the world seemed to shift!
A terrifying lightning beam shot out towards the distant sea like a laser cannon.
Boom!!!
A massive explosion followed!
The fierce lightning struck the water with unrestrained power, unleashing a wild and ecstatic fury!
In that moment, the sky was lit up in a golden hue, as if painted with gold by the lightning on the sea.
At the same time, the seawater underwent a large-scale electrolysis reaction under the intense electricity.
In the blink of an eye, a massive whirlpool formed on the previously calm sea.
Countless tiny bubbles escaped from the water, releasing large amounts of hydrogen and oxygen, which then ignited in the heat of the lightning, causing a series of deafening explosions!
The sea seemed to be at war, full of chaotic energy!
"..."
"..."
On the deck.
Everyone's faces were bathed in the golden glow of the distant lightning.
But as if they had forgotten how to speak, they remained silent.
As the one who had unleashed this power, Pikachu was thrilled, brimming with excitement at its newfound strength.
But Nami, gazing at Pikachu and then at the turbulent sea, looked utterly astonished.
For just 1,000 points, Pikachu's power had been boosted to such an incredible degree.
This deal...
Was totally worth it!
At this moment, Nami couldn't help but feel concerned for Leo...
Sir Leo is just a member of the Dimensional Chamber of Commerce, but selling things at such low prices—couldn't that cause trouble for him?
Sigh...
It looks like I'll need to do more trading in the future and help Sir Leo reach his goals sooner.
At that moment, Nami found herself wishing there was a way to leave feedback after a trade.
That way, she could give Leo a glowing five-star review, complete with a 100-word essay of praise!
——
——
Leaving aside Nami's thoughts for now.
Sabo, who had been watching the whole scene unfold, had "shock" written all over his face!
Having seen Pikachu fight before, he knew its previous strength well.
In his estimation, the Pikachu that battled against Tobul had a power level roughly equivalent to a pirate with a 50 million beli bounty...
But now, Pikachu's strength with the electric ball was on par with his own!
Are all these Pokémon...this terrifying?!
Sabo's heart was pounding.
While watching the lightning and thunder in the distance, he mentally drafted an action report based on what he saw and heard.
Throughout this report, he will not write anything about the revolution.
But if you look carefully, you will see the words "Quick Transaction" from the content of the report! ! !
The Black Cat Pirates on the side were trembling at the sight of Pikachu's power.
They originally felt that the boss had somehow joined the revolutionary movement, which had determined their lives and made them feel disgusted.
But now that they look at it...
How else can they say that he is the boss!
These thighs are so huggable!
——
——
"Hmm~ Yeah! It looks like the effect is really good!"
If there is anyone present who has not been shocked by Pikachu's power...then only Team Rocket Trio, who is the assistant of the dimensional merchant.
Neither Jessie, James nor Meowth showed much surprise on their faces.
After all, they have seen many such scenes!
Compared to adult Pikachu, who is so powerful, Nami's Pikachu is just childish.
——
——
After a while, the explosions in the distant sea gradually subsided.
Before anyone could recover, Nami hugged Pikachu in her arms.
She pressed her face against it and started to caress with all her strength.
"Pikachu, you are too strong!!!"
Nami laughed happily.
At this moment, her originally worried heart finally dropped.
The Pokémon League Tournament...she's bound to win! ! !
As long as she gets third place, she can get a chance to use the resurrection for free...
Nami didn't have much confidence before, but now...she is full of confidence! ! !
Next, Nami continued to purchase some items that had been saved in her shopping cart for a long time...not much, spending a total of 200 points.
Most of them are actually things Pikachu needs in daily life and training, plus a few decorations.
It's like a moonlight earner who just started working and squandered his salary after receiving it.
Fortunately, she didn't forget about the business. She stepped back from the cliff and kept 800 points to make two preparations to resurrect Bellemere.
And then, in line with the principle of ladies first, Kuro took the initiative to let Carina conduct the transaction.
With the disappearance of a large amount of treasure in the cabin, the waterline of the ship gradually lowered...
Carina finally became a trader.
And as soon as she recharges, she reaches VIP level 2!
[Carina]
[VIP level: 2]
[VIP experience: 2000/10000]
[Current points: 2000]
Looking at the screen of her mobile phone Rotom, Carina suddenly took a deep breath, and then her eyes flickered. She looked at Meowth and imitated Nami's address and said,
"I'll leave everything to Sir Meowth and the two adults!"
"Don't worry..." Meowth waved his hand and repeated Carina's needs easily and said:
"A Pokémon worth 2,000 points, with great potential, and a certain amount of combat power, right?"
"Let me take a look at it for you..."
As soon as he finished speaking, a light blue ripple flashed across Meowth's eyes.
Unlike James and Jessie who could only query through Rotom's database...
In order to make the transaction smooth, Leo specially added a subsystem function to Meowth, which cost him 10,000 points.
Therefore, in terms of on-demand search, Meowth's subsystem is undoubtedly more accurate than Rotom.
Coupled with its good vision, it can always help traders find suitable Pokémon.
Over time, Jessie and James consciously gave up this job to Meowth.
Strange to say.
Among the three members of Team Rocket, Jessie's character is too violent, while James is too gentle...
Only Meowth, the only one who is not human, has the most normal human character.
Soon, Meowth picked out a Pokémon in the system.
And displayed it through Rotom's screen.
"Miss Carina, come and take a look, how is this Pokémon?"
Meowth smiled and pointed the screen towards Carina.
She saw a very cute little fox appearing at the top of the screen.
The smart eyes, petite figure, and yellow-red fluff that matched like flames...instantly made Carina's eyes straighten.
[Pokémon: Fennekin]
[Attribute: Fire]
[Characteristics: Magician (every time you attack at close range, you can steal items from the opponent. The specific effect depends on the strength gap between the two parties)]
[Level: 15]
"A fire Pokémon!?"
Carina clenched her fists excitedly, her whole body almost trembling with excitement.
Nami on the side suddenly turned her head, looked at the Fennekin on the screen, and then joked with a smile:
"Hey, it's a fox. It really matches you, a vixen!"
Rarely, Carina this time, there was no rebuttal. Instead, she showed a deep smile and said,
"Indeed, it's a perfect match!"
"I decided!!!"
Carina suddenly hammered her palm with her fist and said firmly:
"Sir Meowth, I want this Fennekin!!!"
"It is so perfect for me!!!"
As she spoke, Carina tossed her hair and showed a cute and sly smile on her face.
That posture, with the temperament of the fox on the screen...it's exactly the same! ! !