novelraw Chapter 188 188: A New Beginning
Chapter 188 188: A New Beginning
After drinking the Qualification Enhancement Serum, Venusaur's already not-so-pretty face twisted into something even more ferocious.
Its body trembled slightly as it endured the effect.
More than ten minutes later—
Venusaur finally calmed down.
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Pokémon: Venusaur
Type: Grass / Poison
Strength: Elite (Beginner Level)
Potential: Champion
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Unlike in novels where one had to undergo some dramatic body-cleansing process, the serum worked instantly.
Aside from the awful taste—
There were no side effects.
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Clefable carefully observed Venusaur for a long time.
Only after confirming there were no issues did it reluctantly close its eyes—
And swallow the serum in one gulp.
The look on its face made it clear:
It absolutely hated it.
Sam was certain—
If he hadn't been watching closely, Clefable would've tried to secretly dump the black liquid somewhere.
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After confirming both Pokémon had fully absorbed the serum, and the system verified the increase in their potential—
Sam recalled them into their Poké Balls.
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A perfect day.
He had not only recruited a talented apprentice—
But also gained an incredible reward.
Things couldn't have gone better.
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Viridian City – Viridian Gym
"Brother Sam… is this really your Gym? It's huge!"
Yellow stood at the entrance, her mouth slightly open in amazement.
The Viridian Gym before her was easily the most magnificent building she had ever seen.
Sam laughed.
"It's alright, I guess."
"To be honest… I'm not completely satisfied."
Of course, he knew the truth.
Without Giovanni's careful construction over the years, none of this would exist.
Thanks for the foundation, Giovanni.
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"Come on, Yellow."
Since leaving Viridian Forest, Yellow had been endlessly curious about everything.
She looked left and right, touching things as she walked.
Everything felt new to her.
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"Oh, right!"
Yellow suddenly turned to him excitedly.
"Are all your Pokémon here in the Gym? Can I see them?"
Sam blinked.
He thought she had something serious to ask—
Turns out she just wanted to see Pokémon.
He smiled.
"Of course."
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After taking over the Gym, Sam had already transferred all his Pokémon from Professor Oak's laboratory.
Right now, the Gym was basically empty—
Just him and Yellow.
Bringing the Pokémon here made the place feel more alive.
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The Gym even had a dedicated Pokémon care facility.
Once again—
Thanks, Giovanni.
Everything in the Gym was top-tier.
Even compared to other Gyms across Kanto, this facility was among the best.
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"Aerodactyl! Charizard!"
Yellow quickly pulled out her Pokédex and scanned the two Pokémon flying overhead.
Sam could clearly feel her excitement.
She really did love Pokémon.
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After showing her around, Sam brought Yellow to her room.
"Get some rest."
"You'll be busy starting tomorrow."
"And if anything comes up, come find me. I'll be upstairs."
Yellow nodded obediently.
"Got it, Brother Sam."
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Later That Night
After settling everything, Sam returned to his room.
He brewed himself a cup of tea using the most expensive leaves available—
Once again silently thanking Giovanni.
After that little ritual, he sat at his desk and opened his laptop.
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He logged into the official Viridian Gym forum.
Right at the top—
A pinned announcement caught his eye:
> "Former Viridian Gym Leader Giovanni has stepped down due to personal reasons.
The new Gym Leader is Indigo Plateau Conference Champion Sam."
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Curious, Sam clicked in.
In less than half a day—
The post already had thousands of comments.
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Most people were confused or regretful about Giovanni leaving.
A smaller portion—
Questioned Sam's ability.
Some comments were brutally direct:
> "Since when can just anyone become a Gym Leader?
Winning the Indigo Plateau isn't enough for Viridian Gym!"
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Of course—
There were supporters too.
> "Did you just get internet access yesterday?
Watch the finals before talking.
If Sam isn't qualified, no one in Kanto is."
> "I support him. He's definitely strong enough."
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Then things got more interesting.
> "Wait—Erika replied?!
She supports him??"
> "Not just her! Sabrina, Brock, and Misty all commented too!"
> "Brock and Misty make sense, but SABRINA??
Didn't she turn people into dolls???"
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> "You're dead. I just tagged Sabrina."
> "Wait—she liked the comment about turning you into a doll."
> "Deleting my post NOW."
> "Too late. Prepare yourself."
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Sam couldn't help laughing.
Scrolling through the comments—
He was genuinely entertained.
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Then—
A particular post caught his attention.
"The Strongest Trainer of the Younger Generation in Kanto and Johto"
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The post analyzed Sam's battles—
And concluded he was the strongest Trainer under 20 in both regions.
It was full of praise.
Honestly—
Even Sam felt a little embarrassed reading it.
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But what surprised him most was the author:
Lorelei.
He hadn't expected her to hold him in such high regard.
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Sam took a sip of tea.
Then, without hesitation—
He used his moderator privileges to pin the post to the front page.
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If she thinks that highly of me…
I can't disappoint her.
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Leaning back in his chair, tea in hand—
Sam quietly waited as the post began to explode in popularity.
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