The crisp morning air rolled across the fields as Ashwin adjusted his gloves, the scent of damp earth and ripening berries invigorating his senses. The previous days had been a whirlwind—training, tending, healing—but now a new goal stood before him. Expansion. To truly evolve the farm into a respected Pokémon breeding center, he needed to invest in the Breeder's Grounds Expansion. That meant hiring professionals, bringing in infrastructure, and most importantly… money.
[System Notification: Questline – Breeder's Grounds Expansion Unlocked][Objective: Gather 5,000 Pokéyen][Tip: Short-term quest chains available for swift earnings]
He glanced at his updated quest log as it shimmered in front of his vision.
Available Quests
• Berry Bounty
Deliver 10 Sitrus & 10 Leppa Berries
Reward: 750 Pokéyen
• Nurture Needed
Assist in hatching and early care for a Togepi egg
Reward: 1,000 Pokéyen
• Guild Forage Contract
Collect rare moss and fresh honey
Reward: 600 Pokéyen
Ashwin tightened his pack, whistled for Combee and Skwovet, and headed into the orchard.
The orchard wasn't just a place of resources—it was part of the land's soul. Rows of glistening Sitrus trees stood proud, their fruits heavy and golden in the morning sun. Scattered among them, vibrant Leppa bushes glowed with fiery red berries.
Combee hovered happily, gently nudging Sitrus berries loose from their stems with practiced ease. Skwovet darted between bushes, collecting fallen Leppas into the satchel tied around its body.
Ashwin worked fast, climbing small ladders and using a crafted berry-gathering tool he'd fashioned from local materials. By noon, they'd collected two brimming crates of berries.
At the town's Guild Exchange, the clerk's eyes widened. "You don't waste time, do you?"
Ashwin offered a small smile, wiping sweat from his brow. "The farm waits for no one."
[System Notification: "Berry Bounty" Quest Completed – 750 Pokéyen Earned]
The second quest was more delicate. A nearby breeder named Mira had reached out through the guild for assistance with a Togepi egg that wouldn't hatch despite optimal care. A challenge perfect for a breeder-in-training.
Ashwin arrived at Mira's small hillside cottage where she awaited him with the egg wrapped in cloth. Her face was lined with anxiety.
"I followed all the manuals, the heat lamps, the rhythmic music… but it won't react."
Ashwin took the egg gently in both hands. As soon as he did, the system reacted.
[System Notification: Quest "Nurture Needed" Activated]
At the Breeder's Grotto—his secret underground sanctuary—Ashwin placed the egg on a heated moss bed. Using a crafted nutrient mist derived from Combee honey and Sitrus extract, he lightly coated the egg's shell. He chanted softly—nothing arcane, just calm words of encouragement—and used the Grottos' optimal environment to monitor warmth and vibrations.
Over several hours, the egg glowed faintly. A tiny crack began to form. Later that evening, Mira's Togepi hatched, yawned adorably, and squeaked at her with bright eyes.
Tears welled in her eyes. "You're a miracle worker."
Ashwin chuckled. "Just a breeder doing his part."
[System Notification: "Nurture Needed" Quest Completed – 1,000 Pokéyen Earned][Reputation with Local Breeders +10]
With evening settling, Ashwin set out for the wild grove near the far edge of his land. Rare moss grew there, feeding off the subterranean spring that bubbled up beneath the rocks.
Accompanied by Zigzagoon and Combee, Ashwin picked carefully through ferns, gathering the glowing moss into a carefully ventilated pouch. Combee helped collect fresh honey, buzzing around the newer hives they'd seeded near the grotto entrance.
Zigzagoon, ever mischievous, dashed off and returned minutes later with a shiny trinket from a nearby log—an old badge marked with a faded crest. Ashwin pocketed it, mentally noting to examine it later.
By nightfall, the gathered moss and honey were delivered to the guild. A tired but pleased Ashwin accepted the final payout.
[System Notification: "Guild Forage Contract" Completed – 600 Pokéyen Earned]
Ashwin collapsed onto the hay beside Bidoof, arms behind his head. The sun dipped below the trees, painting the sky with violet hues.
[Daily Summary]• Quests Completed: 3• Earnings: 2,350 Pokéyen• Remaining Target: 2,650 Pokéyen• New Item Discovered: [Mysterious Crest Badge]• Reputation Gained: Local Breeders +10, Guild +6
The weight of exhaustion settled into his bones, but so did a fierce joy.
His journey wasn't just about catching Pokémon or leveling up. It was about building something real, something meaningful.
The farm. The bond with his Pokémon. His rising status as a Breeder.
He looked at the flickering panel again before it faded.
[Progress Toward Breeder's Grounds Expansion: 47%]
Tomorrow would bring more challenges. More opportunities.
Ashwin smiled as Zigzagoon curled up beside him.
"One step at a time."