Chapter 147 - 147: Finding Swinub
With this, Sneasel was finally captured by Cain. Although it's still not very obedient, Cain believes that over time, Sneasel will integrate into the team.
Of all Cain's Pokémon, the one with the best relationship with Sneasel is Miltank. It's unclear if this is due to the good impression Miltank left or simply because of the milk Miltank provides.
Sneasel always maintains a certain wariness towards Cain. Though it listens to him, it's clear that deep down, it still holds some resistance.
On the other hand, Murkrow and Slowpoke have no reservations and approach Sneasel, despite having been the ones who defeated it before. Initially, Sneasel couldn't tolerate them, but over time and with their persistence, it began to accept them.
Cain doesn't give much importance to Sneasel's resistance. After all, he defeated it in battle and even threatened it, so the mere fact that Sneasel has yielded and agreed to join the team is already a significant achievement.
Cain doesn't consider himself someone who can command immediate respect; everything requires a gradual process.
After spending the entire day chasing Sneasel, the outcome was positive, despite how difficult it had been.
Inside the cave, it wasn't possible to see the sun, but upon checking his watch, Cain realized it was already seven in the evening and his Pokémon hadn't eaten yet.
In the cold cave, Cain began stacking stones to prepare the meal.
He took out a large pot, sliced all the meat, and added various ingredients and seasonings.
Cain prepared a simple hot pot, accompanied by the intense aroma of meat and vegetables mixed with the seasonings he'd brought.