Eevee had settled into Natsu's ho.
The bandage tied in a bow on its wound clashed starkly with Eevee's grimy appearance.
Natsu had considered giving it a bath several tis, but worried about the risk of infection, he decided against it.
The Eevee had made a nest for itself in the courtyard, though none of the potted plants had survived its presence. Makoto, however, took it in stride.
"It's fine, it's just a kid after all, hahaha..."
Crash—
Another pot shattered.
Makoto raised an eyebrow, his hand trembling as he picked up his chopsticks. Finally, he set them down with a clack.
"I'm going out for so fresh air."
Natsu chuckled awkwardly. "Mom, I'll make it up to Dad with new plants."
"What kind of plants are you planning to give him?" Misuzu asked, surprised.
"Those Sudowoodo from the south. They don't even need watering."
Stepping into the wrecked courtyard, Natsu found the dirty Eevee sharpening its claws on a rock.
Hearing footsteps, Eevee's ears twitched, and it turned its head, eyes filled with wariness.
But upon seeing Natsu, Eevee's tail gave a slight wag before drooping again.
"Eevee..."
Eevee let out a listless cry, lazily lying down and licking at its bandage.
"If it itches, that ans it's healing," Natsu said with a smile. "Hold still, let change the bandage."
It was the third day Eevee had been staying at Natsu's house.
The little Pokémon's recovery was remarkably fast, and the wound was already starting to heal.
This was partly due to the world's Pokémon Potions.
Despite being just a spray, their effects were astonishing—though they only worked on Pokémon.
Natsu had also been taking care of Eevee's diet.
With his [Pokéblock Crafting Lv5] skill, even Hoopa would have to admit it was delicious!
Eevee lay reluctantly on the ground, letting Natsu lift it onto his lap.
"This might hurt a little, but bear with it."
"Eevee..." Eevee turned its head away, feigning indifference.
As Natsu changed the bandage, tears welled up in Eevee's eyes, but the little one didn't make a sound.
Natsu couldn't help but smile and gently rub its head.
Eevee stiffened, about to bare its teeth, but instead let out a low purr from its throat.
"How about I give you a bath in a couple of days?"
"Eevee!!"
Eevee struggled out of Natsu's hands.
"Co on, even girls like to look pretty. If you keep this up, even the shelter..."
Suddenly, Eevee wriggled out of Natsu's arms, glaring at him with fury.
"Eevee!"
Natsu was taken aback, then sighed. "Alright, I get it... But, would you let catch you?"
"Eevee."
Eevee gave Natsu a cold look, then turned and retreated to its nest.
Shut out of the courtyard, Natsu felt a pang of disappointnt.
Uncle was waiting at the door, looking anxious. "Still won't let you catch it?"
Natsu nodded, sighing. "I think I said the wrong thing."
"What now? Send it to the shelter?"
Uncle scratched his head.
"Or maybe I can ask the neighbors if anyone wants to adopt it?"
Natsu glanced back at the courtyard.
"Never mind. I'll just release it back into the mountains."
Natsu had never planned on becoming a Trainer, and this Eevee had a strong battle instinct.
Catching it would be unfair to the little Pokémon.
"Haunter..."
Sensing its Trainer's mood, Haunter also looked dejected.
It had been hoping for a new companion and had even practiced its greeting moves with Zigzagoon.
As for Zigzagoon being sent to the Pokémon Center... It was immune to Shadow Punch, so don't go spreading rumors!
As the review week ca to an end, Eevee's attitude grew colder.
When Natsu opened the courtyard and saw the untouched bowl of Pokéblocks, he couldn't help but feel helpless.
After changing Eevee's bandage one last ti, Natsu tied it into a bow again.
"You can go now."
Natsu stood at the courtyard gate, speaking to Eevee.
"Eevee?"
Eevee looked confused for a mont, but then coldly stood up, trembling as it walked toward the gate.
Without a hint of hesitation, Eevee pushed past Natsu and headed into the countryside.
It was already dusk.
Natsu followed Eevee until the sky on both sides of the field grew dark.
"If you rember the way, you can co back anyti," Natsu called out.
But Eevee was already far away, the bow on its bandage fading into the distance.
Natsu couldn't help it—he pulled out a Poké Ball.
"If it looks back, I'll throw it," Natsu told Haunter.
"Haunter." Haunter nodded solemnly.
Natsu wished it would turn around.
If it did, he wouldn't feel any guilt about catching it.
But Eevee disappeared at the end of the path.
Natsu felt a hollow emptiness, an indescribable sadness.
"Let's go, Haunter."
"Haunter..."
Haunter also looked downcast, floating listlessly.
In the reeds by the field, Eevee quietly watched Natsu until his shadow vanished. Then, with a light step, it turned and disappeared.
That night, Uncle found Natsu, looking as if he had so great news.
"I had an expert check it out. Those saplings weren't ruined by Eevee!"
"Really?" Natsu replied indifferently.
"Aren't you happy? Now catching Eevee makes perfect sense!"
"It left today," Natsu sighed. "Still wouldn't let catch it."
Uncle's eyes widened. "Why didn't you just throw the ball at its head?"
"I wanted to, but it didn't give a chance... It didn't even look back."
If Eevee had no attachnt, Natsu didn't want to force it.
Respecting a Pokémon's will was part of Natsu's catching philosophy.
Uncle stroked his chin, clicking his tongue. "Anyway, you'll need to co up the mountain with tonight. I found out what Pokémon those little troublemakers are."
"What?"
"They're Raticate!" Uncle said, exasperated. "They have a habit of gnawing, and since big trees are too tough, they went for the newly planted saplings!"
Natsu, already frustrated, gritted his teeth. "Can we just burn them?"
"Better not... Let's just teach them a lesson."
"Haunter!" Natsu called into the house. "Grab the fire extinguisher. We're heading up the mountain tonight!"
The moon was bright, and the sky was clear after a light rain.
Natsu led the way, with Uncle shivering behind him.
"Should I stop him if things get out of hand...?" Uncle muttered.
Before they reached their destination, sharp cries echoed from the woods.
"Raticate!"
"Eevee!"
The sound of a fierce battle. Natsu rushed into the woods and froze.
Under the bright moonlight, Eevee was surrounded by a group of Raticate and Rattata, its expression full of disdain.
When Natsu saw the familiar bow, his breath hitched.
"Eevee!"
With a Quick Attack, Eevee nimbly dodged a Hyper Fang, slamming into a Rattata and sending it flying.
Breaking through the encirclent, Eevee dug up a handful of sand, throwing it into the lead Raticate's face.
"Raticate!"
The plump Raticate screeched, flailing its claws wildly, but Eevee dodged effortlessly.
Baring its sharp teeth, Eevee bit down on the Raticate, pinning it to the ground!
Uncle was stunned. "This Eevee... is this strong?"
"Eevee!"
Just then, two Rattata charged from the side. Before Eevee could react, a familiar voice rang out.
"Quick Attack, dodge!"
"Eevee?"
Eevee hesitated, but its body moved on its own.
It couldn't help but glance back, tears welling up in its eyes.
"Don't space out."
Natsu barked, "Watch your left! Use Swift!"
"Eevee!"
Eevee sniffled, sidestepping the Raticate's charge. A spinning beam of stars shot out, knocking the Raticate to the ground!
Seeing their leader defeated, the Rattata scattered in panic, fleeing in all directions.
Eevee was about to give chase when Natsu called out.
"Eevee!"
Eevee froze, quickly wiping its face with a dirty paw, then continued walking without looking back.
Suddenly, Eevee flinched.
A Poké Ball landed squarely on its head.
Eevee, tears in its eyes, glared fiercely at Natsu before being engulfed in a beam of red light.
"Are you sure it won't break out?" Uncle gulped.
That look didn't seem like it wanted to be caught!
Natsu sighed, a mix of relief and exasperation.
"I should've realized sooner..."
"All this ti, it was just being tsundere!"
The forest fell silent, then a soft ding echoed.
Thud—
The Poké Ball didn't shake even once.
A perfect catch!
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