The Last Days in the Capital

Chapter 345 The Last Days in the Capital

After the awards ceremony ended the next day, everyone gradually began their journeys home.

At the dock, Ash also came to see Gary off.

"Xiao Mao, are you leaving so soon?"

"Yes, my grandfather introduced me to Professor Yamanashi in the Sinnoh region. I will be going to the Pokémon Nature Reserve there as an assistant researcher to officially begin my research career."

"Of course, the sooner the better!"

Of course, this time when Gary goes to the Sinnoh region, he can't bring his cheerleading girlfriends with him.

After all, research is a serious matter, but this made all his girlfriends cry their eyes out.

In order not to affect other passengers, Xiao Mao could only turn around and reassure them.

"Okay, my darlings, this is just a short separation."

"I believe you'll see an even better me next time we meet, so please don't cry anymore, or I'll be sad."

As he spoke, he smugly blew on his bangs.

"Yes, Master Shigeru!" ×10

That's the good thing about being handsome; even when he does something greasy, he still looks refreshing.

Anyway, Ash could never do it, although it might look pretty good if he did.

"By the way, I noticed several of your girlfriends were carrying thick study guides. What are they doing?"

"Oh, my little darlings said they're going to work hard to become researchers and then come to Sinnoh to find me."

"What a lovely bunch."

"That can't be right. I just saw a few of them sneaking up behind you with that thick, brick-like book, planning to deliver a heavy blow to the back of your head!"

That's definitely a plan to knock Shigeru unconscious, tie him up, and take him back to Pallet Town, right? Absolutely!

If Xiaozhi hadn't accidentally discovered it, they would have attacked immediately!

"Haha, Ash, you're such a joker."

"I don't think that's a joke—"

The way Gary's girlfriends are looking at Ash now is clearly the look of a jerk who thinks they're ruining their plans.

However, judging from Ash's perception of their Aura's emotions, it seems that they really do intend to become Pokémon Researchers.

This is about as difficult as getting a junior high school student into Tsinghua University—Xiao Zhi can only wish them success.

"By the way, Ash, where are your girlfriends? Why are you here to see me off when you're not seeing them off?"

"Hey, what are you saying? Xiao Mao, you're my dearest friend, my brother!"

"Of course you're more important!"

Actually, it's because Sabrina is there. Her Teleport can send others to the nearest Blackwood City, and then they can use the Teleporter in the gym to return to Kanto, which is very convenient.

Moreover, during last night's "sleeping together" night, Ash picked them up and shoved them repeatedly, then pressed them to the ground and against the wall (it was like dancing a farewell dance!), before using Shiny Slug's Mega Burst to send them off one by one.

Cai Dou was the first to leave because she needed to catch a flight, and Xiao Gang received a call from home immediately after the ceremony ended, rushing back in a panic.

Hanako's mother and Professor Oak hitched a ride on President Damaranchi's private plane back to Kanto, leaving Ash with only Gary to see him off.

That's why I brought Xiaoxia and Pikachu to see them off early in the morning.

"Hmm, that sounds very touching, but knowing you as I do, you must have ulterior motives for saying such nice things!"

"Of course not!"

Gary used Insight, but Ash activated his ability, Hard Man Face, and Insight failed to work.

The two glared at each other, choking back tears, until they both finally laughed.

"Forget it, I know without you saying it. A Pokémon fanatic like you would definitely ask about Reggielechi and Reggiedorago."

Gary readily took a notebook out of his backpack and handed it to Satoshi.

"Legend has it that Regigigas created the Pillars of the Gods by combining the power of various natural elements with his own image."

"After the Giant King fell into slumber, the divine pillars scattered among various hidden ruins."

"This notebook contains maps of the possible locations of the ruins of the divine pillars that I collected before, as well as some key points for exploring the ruins."

"Whether you're looking for the Thunder Pillar, the Dragon Pillar, or any other divine pillar, you can explore these ruins."

"Currently, the Crown Snowfield in the Galar region has the largest number of undiscovered ruins."

"Some ruins require solving numerous puzzles and mechanisms to open, but I believe that with your abilities, Ash, you should be fine."

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained "Little Shigeru's Adventure Notes" +1]

[Shirrut's Adventure Notes: This is a perfect book compiled by the mature Shirrut after removing most of the conceited and arrogant content from the original manuscript. It's a very practical adventure guide! (Epic quality!)]

"What? The most important content has been removed!" Ash was actually more interested in Gary's arrogant and narcissistic side.

After all, that's Xiao Mao's embarrassing past. If we could hold onto that information, wouldn't we be able to laugh at him mercilessly in the future?

"What did you say?"

"No, Shigeru, the ship is about to depart. Be careful on the road, and remember to write to me when you arrive in Sinnoh!"

"Okay, I wish you a safe and successful trip, Xiao Zhi. Keep up the good work in your new region!"

Soon, Xiao Mao boarded a boat and disappeared into the horizon.

Ash carefully put away the notes he was given, planning to go to the Crown Tundra to catch the Regirock together when he went to the Galar region to play with Bea later.

Now, Ash and Misty also need to prepare to set off.

"Our sad farewell is over for now. Misty, Pikachu, let's go home and rest for a few days, then we'll immediately prepare to head to the Hoenn region!"

Ash can't wait to meet the new Pokémon.

"Wait a minute, Ash. Didn't I tell you last night that I can't go to the Hoenn region with you for the time being?"

"What? Is that true?"

Last night, Xiaoxia was either passionately kissing or begging for mercy; Xiaozhi had no recollection of what she said at all.

"If it's that important, you better listen carefully!" Xiaoxia activated her long-unused Gyarados Big Head form.

She was already angry because of her three unreliable older sisters.

Those three older sisters, who were really bad influences, actually abandoned the Cerulean Gym after winning a travel voucher for a trip around the world, forcing her to go back and stay at the gym.

Xiaozhi has forgotten what she said, and Xiaoxia is really angry.

After venting her anger, she calmed down with Xiaozhi's comforting words.

"In short, I can't leave the Cerulean Gym unattended until my sisters come back. It's a bit of a shame, but I really can't go on the Hoenn trip with Ash."

"What the hell? Why is it like this?"

Although once Ash arrives in a new city, it's easy for him to meet Misty after setting up a teleportation point.

But when he travels without companions, he always feels like something is missing.

"There's no other way; we can't just leave the Cerulean Gym unattended."

Xia couldn't completely hand over the management of such important things as the dojo and the family business to outsiders.

"Damn it, it's all those three willful older sisters' fault!"

"Just wait, as soon as they get back, I'm going to make sure Ash gives them a big surprise!"

"Especially that Ayame who bullies me every day!"

"Hehehe—hehehehe—hehehehe!"

Togepi waved his little hands excitedly, and it looked like a volcano was erupting behind Misty!

"It feels so scary."

"Pikachu~"

Ash and Pikachu terrify even the toughest men.

There was nothing that could be done about the root fluctuation, so Ash had no choice but to temporarily part ways with Misty after returning to the Kanto region.

On the way back to Pallet Town, he even channeled his grief and anger into motivation, leading his army to give the wild Pokémon in the vicinity a good "caress".

[Ding! Congratulations to the host for acquiring the trait "Utmost Means": LV5 → LV6!]

[Rule by Any Means LV6: Allows you to mark any 5 Pokémon, enabling them to enter the Poké Balls prepared by the host at any time. When three or more Pokémon are sent out in battle at once, the move's power is increased by 15%]

That day, the wild Pokémon of the Kanto region once again recalled the fear of being dominated by the muscular man and the yellow devil—

Ash fought and swept away his enemies along the way, and soon returned to Pallet Town.

After saying goodbye to his mother and putting down his luggage, he immediately took Pikachu and ran to the backyard of Professor Oak's lab to meet the Pokémon he had left there.

Moreover, the habitat he had previously asked Professor Oak to help build has already been completed.

A month ago, Ash asked Professor Oak to build a special habitat for his legendary Pokémon.

When Professor Oak first saw Ash suddenly send so many orders, he was very curious and asked him about it.

"Ash, are you not planning to take these Pokémon to the new region?"

"Yeah, pretty much. I want a fresh start in a new region."

Actually, Ash didn't completely stop using his team; it's just that the challenge rules in the Hoenn region are unique.

In the Hoenn League tournament, it is stipulated that the vast majority of the Pokémon in the participating teams must have been caught and trained in Hoenn.

In other words, aside from one Pokémon that trainers carry for self-defense, most others must be caught in the Hoenn region.

It can be considered a form of alternative local protectionism that benefits the locals of Hoenn. Almost all leagues do this to some extent, so there's not much to say about the Hoenn League.

However, it is precisely because of this rule that Ash spends about five days a week training newly caught Pokémon when he travels in the Hoenn region.

The other two days were given to the old pet, since Ash is a strong adult and can have them all.

There will never be a situation where the old is neglected just because a new one comes along.

The reason for building luxurious habitats for Pokémon is that a day only has 24 hours.

Ash won't neglect his old friends, but it's inevitable that they'll spend less time using Poké Balls in the Hoenn region.

Other Pokémon can be kept in Professor Oak's backyard, but it feels so pitiful to keep his legendary Pokémon in Poké Balls all the time.

Since they have the ability to do anything, it's easy to summon them when needed.

So Ash thought that it would be better to keep them in the most suitable place to live happily.

Professor Oak naturally supports Ash's idea.

"But then, there won't be enough room in the back mountain of my house."

Legendary Pokémon with peaceful personalities, like Whitey and Eight Treasures, are relatively easy to deal with, but Blackie and Evil Moltres are more troublesome.

We need to create a habitat that is large enough so as not to affect other Pokémon.

"Don't worry about that. I have connections in the Dark Market and have already bought several plots of land, enough to build a habitat."

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In Dark City, Mewtwo and its companions can usually guard the house.

Ash had prepared all the money and materials, so Professor Oak wouldn't have to pay for it this time.

"What we need now is a trustworthy expert to provide guidance!"

"If Professor Oak, you'd be willing to establish a branch of your Oak Lab in Dark City, and occasionally help take care of Blackie and the others, I can even have them assist you with your research!"

Ash's plan is to get a legendary Pokémon trainer to take care of his Pokémon for free!

Professor Oak still dotes on Ash after all.

"Since you've put it that way, then fine."

"Of course, if you happen to be in the Dark City, Professor, it would be even better if you could give Kojiro some pointers!"

"Kojiro?"

After explaining the situation, Ash immediately pulled out his "Poor kids in the Dark City! —"

"Having to walk 100 kilometers to get your own Pokémon—how arduous—these lovely children dream of becoming trainers—"

After being persuaded with words like that, Professor Oak finally agreed.

Then, with Professor Oak's help, James successfully passed the Pokémon League professor's exam a week later.

I have become a proud intern doctor!

My main research areas are Pokémon evolution and the use of items in battles.

This aligns well with his research direction, which focuses on the characteristics of his evolved legs and his machine manufacturing capabilities.

However, before he can officially have his own research institute, Kojiro still has to undergo a year of management training, which is quite tragic.

"But it's all over now, good luck Kojiro!"

"Yes, Boss Ash~"

After settling his friends in the Dark City, Ash took Pikachu and boarded a ship bound for the Hoenn region.

In a mansion somewhere in the Unova region of Cliff Sword.

After watching the entire Johto League tournament videotape, Sakaki's face was gloomy, and he unconsciously tightened his grip when putting down his wine glass.

boom!

The people around immediately fell silent, not daring to breathe loudly.

"Amadou, three times."

"Yes, boss!" This time, Kosaburo didn't even dare to say his name was Kosaburo.

Originally, the Rockets made rapid progress after arriving in the Unova region, where the champions were tanking, the opponents were lying low, and none of the competitors were any real contenders.

It happens to have a vast territory and advanced technology.

It's truly a vast world with endless possibilities. Sakaki barged in while eating hot pot and singing. Relying on the foundation laid by Bichon, the Rockets' strength grew day by day.

Everyone believes that given time, the Rockets will definitely return to their peak, or even go further.

Today was originally intended to be a day when Sakaki summoned all the loyalist officers for a general mobilization before expanding his territory.

But then Kosaburo added a comment, saying he'd heard the Johto League finals were particularly exciting, which piqued Sakaki's interest as well.

Wanting to know what potential opponents they might face when they return, they led everyone to watch the entire match together.

When everyone saw Mewtwo appear on the field and obediently follow the instructions of a young trainer.

Kosaburo knew that things were likely to turn bad for everyone this time, especially after Boss Giovanni had just learned that Mewtwo X, which he had painstakingly created, had completely lost signal.

After a moment of contemplation, Sakaki's sharp gaze swept over Kosaburo and Yamato, and the two of them instantly felt a chill run down their spines and stood up straight.

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"Yamado, Koshiro, I need you two to go and get Mewtwo back for me."

"Ah, us?"

The two quickly exchanged glances.

Kosaburo: Blink, blink, blink (That guy from Yamato who uses Mewtwo is obviously a brat—maybe we should just quit Team Rocket.)

Amazon: Blink, blink, blink, blink (I heard that Interpol, the highest alliance, is hiring. Let's go apply there.)

Just as the two of them were secretly plotting "unspeakable loyalty," Boss Sakaki spoke up once again.

"From now on, you will be the highest-ranking elite officers in headquarters, responsible for only this one task!"

"We'll increase your salaries tenfold, and whichever region Xiao Zhi goes to, you can control all the resources there!"

"Professor Nanbo will assist (monitor) you. In short, bring Mewtwo back to me no matter what!!!"

"Ten times—ten times!"

"Yes, sir, I will obey your orders!" ×2