Chapter 64
"Streamer, do you know what kind of Pokémon this little guy is? I've searched online, and it seems others have encountered it, but no one knows what it is."
The viewer named "Niuniu" cradled the Pokémon lovingly, eyes full of tender affection. The small Pokémon hopped cheerfully, leaving cute, pink lip-shaped marks wherever it kissed him.
"Look how adorable it is! But I have no idea about its species or diet. I've just been sharing my food with it. If I can't properly care for it, I'll release it or send it to the Pokémon Center—whatever's best for it," Niuniu explained sincerely.
Ye Yinchuan, observing the burly "black stockings" enthusiast, suddenly found himself gaining respect for the man. Despite his odd presentation, his genuine love and care for Pokémon were commendable.
"Alright, show me different angles," Ye Yinchuan instructed.
He carefully examined the Pokémon. Its most notable feature was a pair of full, sausage-like lips. Standing less than half a meter tall, it had golden hair and two-toned skin. The face and lower belly were pinkish-purple, resembling a face mask and pants, while its upper body and feet were yellow, complementing its hair. Its round head and plump cheeks, coupled with big expressive eyes, made it lively and endearing. Its affectionate behavior, constantly kissing things to express its fondness, was reminiscent of a cheerful little girl.
Ye Yinchuan immediately recognized it—this was a Smoochum, the pre-evolution of Jynx. Cute as it was now, its evolution...
Interestingly, people in this world didn't seem to know about Smoochum being Jynx's pre-evolutionary form, mainly because both Pokémon were quite rare. Smoochum itself was even rarer, leaving its species officially unnamed.
"If memory serves, Smoochum and Jynx are Ice and Psychic types," Ye Yinchuan murmured thoughtfully.
"Funny how this pink, humanoid Pokémon isn't classified as Fairy-type," he quietly joked to himself, recalling other odd Pokémon classifications.
Using his Pokémon Identification ability, the detailed panel appeared clearly before him:
[Kiss Pokémon: Smoochum]
[Level: 6]
[Type: Ice/Psychic]
[Gender: Female]
[Base Value: C-rank (305)]
[Individual Value: B-rank (107)]
[Ability: Forewarn]
[Nature: Naive]
[Moves: Lick, Pound, Powder Snow]
[Status: Excited]
[Evolution Path: Smoochum → Jynx]
[Special Traits: None]
"Streamer, so do you recognize it or not?"
The chat burst into speculations:
[He's never shown his hands; he's definitely secretly searching online.]
[Maybe he's asking a friend from a Pokémon research center!]
[He'll definitely pretend he knows even if he doesn't!]
Ye Yinchuan smirked, deciding to play along.
"Honestly, I don't recognize it..."
The chat erupted in excitement.
[Finally, a Pokémon the streamer doesn't know!]
[He's not omnipotent after all.]
[Wait, is this just a setup?]
"But don't worry—I asked a researcher friend just now, and he provided some insights."
[I knew it!]
[The 'friend' is all-powerful!]
[He's bringing out the 'I have a friend' trick!]
Ye Yinchuan smiled slyly. How would anyone verify an imaginary friend?
"Really? That's amazing! I knew you could do it, streamer!" Niuniu's disappointment instantly turned into excitement.
"This Pokémon is special. Have you ever heard of Jynx? Well, this is its pre-evolved form! Although there isn't an official name yet, let's call it Smoochum!"
"Jynx? What's that?" Niuniu appeared confused.
Chat responded swiftly:
[Jynx? Isn't that the creepy-looking Pokémon?]
[I searched it just now; legend says men lured by Jynx get trapped forever in snowy mountains.]
[No, it says people kissed by Jynx fall into endless nightmares—that's the devil's kiss!]
Ye Yinchuan nearly spat blood from the absurdity.
Chat continued wildly:
[Spread it: Streamer invented Smoochum!]
[Spread it: Streamer and Jynx had a baby!]
[Spread it: Streamer IS Jynx's baby!]
"Enough with the nonsense!" Ye Yinchuan quickly interjected, trying to steer the conversation back on track.
Yet, someone raised a valid doubt:
[Streamer, isn't Jynx always female? How do they even reproduce or have pre-evolved forms?]
Ye Yinchuan hesitated, not about the Pokémon's identity but because the question stumped him. How exactly did Jynx reproduce if they were exclusively female? Could those frightening legends be true?
A cold shiver ran down his spine.
"Well, our knowledge about Jynx is limited, so their reproduction is indeed a mystery. Still, I'm confident Smoochum is its pre-evolved form. Everyone, calm down and let me explain further…"
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