Ash didn't speak; he just quietly watched as Bulbasaur's size gradually grew.
Moments later, Bulbasaur's size became slightly bigger than Venusaur standing nearby!
The light also slowly faded, revealing its true form inside—a burly physique, a large flower, thick limbs—this is Bulbasaur's final evolution, Venusaur!
This time, Bulbasaur directly underwent a double evolution, just as Champion Ash predicted, but under the influence of the Life Branch, Bulbasaur's evolution did not affect his ability value.
In fact, all of his ability values are still at maximum!
[Species: Venusaur]
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[Level: Professional Middle Level]
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[Six-dimensional Ability: Physical Attack A (A) Special Attack S (S) Defense S (S) Special Defense A (A) Physical Strength S (S) Speed A (A)]
Three S and three A ability caps, compared to before, the defense has also reached S level, which means Venusaur has already one of the tickets to enter the Divine Domain.
Though it's just a ticket.
While there are very few Pokemon in the world with three S ability caps, there are billions worldwide, so the ratio is still somewhat significant.
However, worldwide, there has never been any sight or heard of a Pokemon reaching the Divine Realm with just a normal Pokemon body.
Currently, the closest to that realm should be Leon.
Leon's Charizard is rumored not even Champion Peak is its match; no one can discern its true level, not even Champion Trainers.
So, Leon is very likely to have reached that legendary realm, just no one has ever pushed Leon to use his full strength; this rumor remains unproven.
For Ash, the Pokemon with a three S qualification is extremely rare, but counting Bulbasaur, he already has four Pokemon with a qualification above three S.
Yet, the Divine Domain Level is still far beyond reach for him; it's better not to think too much, aiming too high only leads to self-destruction; that's why many of the big shots in the group don't tell him too much.
The more you know, the more you want, but it makes you more restrained; it's better not to think about it and keep moving forward.
This time Venusaur's harvest is tremendous; originally, his level was Elite Peak but now directly crossed two stages, entering Professional Middle Level, and ability values are fully maximized without any waste.
Although evolution has the effect of promoting levels, at such a level, evolution's effect isn't very significant.
When entering the Incredible Garden, Bulbasaur had already absorbed the life energy from the Life Branch, raising the level from Elite Advanced Level to Elite Peak.
Then, after elevating one more rank and merging with the Life Branch, driven by the remaining life force and the advancement from the double evolution, it finally rushed into Professional Level, becoming a Pokemon in the team second only to Charizard in level, even Gardevoir could barely keep pace with Venusaur now.
Now, Ash already possesses four Professional Level Pokemon ranging from Professional Peak to Professional Junior Level, hard to imagine this is a Trainer who has only been traveling for three months.
Garden Venusaur looked at Ash's Venusaur with a complex expression, a hint of envy in his eyes.
Actually, he had tried to merge the Life Branch too, but it had no effect on him; even if he wanted to merge it, it was impossible.
The most he could do was absorb the life force that disperses annually, gradually enhancing himself.
Why Ash's Bulbasaur could merge so easily and absorb so effortlessly, he couldn't understand, maybe it was the choice of the Life Branch.
That is to say... could it be that the Life Branch was destined for this human's Bulbasaur?
The idea flashed through Garden Venusaur's mind, then he shook his head, tossing the thought away.
Regardless, he already gave away half of the Life Branch, can't give away the rest, or the Incredible Garden will be finished.
"Bana." Congratulations, my kin.
"Bana!" Now if we battled again, I wouldn't need my Trainer's power!
Ash's Venusaur looked at Garden Venusaur, with a slight battle intent burning in his eyes, with his strength now supported by the three S qualification under Ash's command, he could already hold his own against Garden Venusaur without the aid of Aura Power!
Garden Venusaur, hearing this, twitched his mouth and replied irritably.
Look at my current state, fighting now? I don't have the habit of seeking abuse.
Garden Venusaur knew long ago that the truly strong one wasn't Bulbasaur but his Trainer; however, Trainer and own Pokemon are one, there's no point in sending your own Pokemon alone to fight wild Pokemon.
"Sorry, Venusaur, for taking the Life Branch and injuring you, let me heal you first." Ash said, stepping in front of Venusaur, placing his palm on Venusaur's petal.
Venusaur moved his paw a bit, but eventually, without moving it.
This human said he wanted to help heal him; though uncertain of the effect, he seemed trustworthy.
Not knowing whether the healing would work, best to let him try.
As Ash's Power of Viridian infused into Venusaur's body, his injury rapidly healed at an extraordinary pace.
The Power of Viridian seemed especially effective for healing Grass-Type Pokemon, taking merely a minute for Venusaur to recover fully.
Even Ash found it hard to believe it, healing a Professional Level Peak Pokemon so effortlessly?
Though Grass-Type Pokemon are more suited for the Power of Viridian, it's not normal.
He felt his Power of Viridian advancing further... why? Could it be the frequent use recently, increasing power with usage count?
After pondering for a bit without arriving at an answer, Ash withdrew his hand from Venusaur, then smiled and said, "Already recovered."
"Bana..." Truly magical power...
Venusaur felt his body in a more vigorous state than usual, muttering incredulously.
Previously, he was almost unable to fight anymore, yet after just a minute under Ash's treatment, he recovered to peak condition—like a miracle!
Additionally, it wasn't merely recovery; he vaguely sensed his bottleneck loosening, a bit more training might break through from Professional Level to Gym Level!
Wild Pokemon reaching Gym Level, what a significant achievement!
Normally, he might need several more years for a breakthrough; this is a pleasant surprise.
At this moment, Venusaur felt no resentment, looking at Ash with eyes full of gratitude.
"Bana!" Human, thank you for your help!
"Hey, the injury was caused by me, what help?" Ash waved his hand, a bit embarrassed.
Clearly it was Ash who injured Venusaur, but Venusaur thanked him instead—what kind of situation is this!
"Bana, Bana." One matter settles another, now loosening my bottleneck is all your doing, the Source of Life is taken by you, I have nothing else to give you, so here's something I randomly picked up—I hope humans like gems like this.
After a long explanation, Venusaur drew out a Vine Whip that had a shining Treasure Pearl on it.
Ash waved his hand, about to decline, but upon seeing the pearl closely, his gesture froze instantly, this is...