allendalepharm Chapter 434 Reshiram: My sword has never been less effective!
Chapter 434 Reshiram: My sword has never been less effective!
Chapter 434 Reshiram: My sword has never been less effective!
Leaving the underground energy plant in Quan Guan was unusually smooth, even excessively calm.
There was no last-minute, desperate attempt by Chairman Loz to block them, not even the slightest deliberate obstruction.
Olive silently led Xia Chi back the way he came, through layers of checkpoints, and finally took the direct elevator back to the ground. She then silently escorted him to the boundary of the quarantine zone outside the factory.
Standing in the slightly chilly wind of the open field, looking back at the massive factory complex that gleamed with a cold, metallic luster in the afterglow of the setting sun, Xia Chi felt little relief. Instead, he felt a heavy sense of calm before the storm.
The fact that Lóz did not take any extreme measures to retain them precisely demonstrates his rationality and foresight.
After Xia Chi's explicit refusal, which was almost tantamount to a declaration of war, any reckless forceful action would not only have a near-zero success rate, but would also immediately escalate the conflict between the two sides to an irreparable point, disrupting Loz's own deployment rhythm.
This president is more patient and restrained than I imagined.
Although this trip failed to achieve any form of reconciliation, and even clarified the hostile stance, it gave Xia Chi a much more comprehensive understanding of Loz.
Unlike Giovanni of Team Rocket, who is an ambitious figure who combines ideals and personal desires and attempts to establish a new order based on absolute power domination.
This is also quite different from the fanatical believers like the Plasma Group leader, Keith, who use false ideals to disguise their own pursuit of divine authority.
Stripped of his obsessive and ruthless exterior, Loz's true motivation was the long-term future and survival of the Galar region.
This underlying sense of "serving the public good" makes his actions more complex and tragic.
However, a change in perspective does not equate to agreement, much less to leniency.
Conflicts of ideas can sometimes be more brutal than struggles for interests.
The arrival of the second "Dark Night" was inevitable; it was only a matter of time.
When that day comes, the battlefield will not be limited to this deep underground.
He and Lorz will ultimately stand on opposite sides.
Before returning to the hotel, Xia Chi went to the Quan Guan Arena again—this time he didn't forget Latias at the medical center.
The arena was as lively as ever, bustling with trainers from all over Galar and even other regions.
As the curator, Chibana has clearly been preoccupied with the task of hosting the challenge and has not yet made an appearance.
Xia Chi had no intention of disturbing them and went straight to the medical center.
The smiling Nurse Joy at the front desk clearly remembered him, and without saying a word, she smiled and handed the Poké Ball back to him.
"Miss Latias has fully recovered and is in excellent condition, so please don't worry."
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Joey's voice was soft and pleasant.
Thank you.
Xia Chi took the Poké Ball, his fingertips touching its cool surface, and could clearly feel the mental fluctuations of Latias emanating from it.
This contact eased his tension, which had been somewhat agitated by his confrontation with Lorz.
A reliable partner is always the strongest support.
After putting away the Poké Ball, Xia Chi turned and left the arena, intending to return to the hotel for lunch.
However, as soon as he stepped out of the magnificent gates of the arena, a familiar and vast sensation came from the high heavens without warning, and approached at an astonishing speed.
Xia Chi suddenly looked up and saw an elegant and swift pure white figure breaking through the air currents beneath the thick, lead-gray clouds of Quan Guan City, rapidly swooping down towards his location.
That streamlined body, those outstretched wings, and that faint blue halo emanating from the turbine-like organ at the tail—who else could it be but Reshiram?
Only two or three months have passed since the world-shaking war of gods in the Unova region, and Reshiram's holy, noble, powerful and beautiful figure has already spread all over the world through countless images, making him highly recognizable.
As one of the city's landmarks and most densely populated areas, the sensation caused when the legendary dragon appeared in the low sky without any concealment at the Quan Guan Arena was unimaginable.
"That's... Reshiram?"
"Holy crap, she looks even prettier than in the video..."
"A wild Reshiram? I'm going to tame it!"
"Go ahead if you're not afraid of dying, this is definitely Xia Chi's!"
"Hmph, he gets all the good things!"
"Being sour won't help; she's a true hero recognized by Reshiram."
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Exclamations of surprise, admiration, and even whispers of envy and jealousy could be heard throughout the streets.
Many people frantically pulled out their phones, trying to capture this rare and spectacular sight.
Xia Chi was no less surprised than the onlookers around him.
He looked at Reshiram, who had shrunk and landed in front of him, and asked in surprise, "Why did you suddenly come here? Have you finished exploring Galar?"
The purpose of this trip to the Galar region is to resolve the Anuttara problem.
Reshiram, a top-tier combatant, naturally had to come along.
However, this great deity has always enjoyed observing the human world, so he didn't come along by plane.
Xia Chi figured that Wuji Tai wouldn't be able to wake up so quickly, so she let her be.
Unexpectedly, Rahiram suddenly returned today.
Reshiram folded its wings, its long, graceful neck slightly bent, and its eyes, like those carved from the purest sapphire, calmly gazed at Xia Chi.
The air around him seemed to still carry the cool breeze from his high-altitude flight and a trace of lingering azure flames, making him appear holy and awe-inspiring.
She tilted her head slightly and telepathically replied, "What, you don't welcome me back?"
The familiar, cool, mature female voice brought a smile to Xia Chi's face.
After being glared at by Reshiram, who could sense his thoughts, he coughed lightly and said, "How could that be? It's just that the timing of my return was a bit of a coincidence..."
He was referring, of course, to the conversation he had just had with Loz, which had almost turned into a declaration of war.
The arrival of Reshiram at this moment, in Loz's eyes, was nothing short of a blatant display of force and a reaffirmation of his stance.
Xia Chi could almost imagine that the news that "Reshiram appeared in Quan Guan City and met up with trainer Xia Chi" was probably already on his desk.
I doubt Xia Chi would believe it if he went to explain to Luo Zi that it was just a coincidence.
Of course, Xia Chi would never offer such a pointless explanation.
In short, with Rashiram's high-profile appearance, some people are probably going to have trouble sleeping tonight.
Because the two are of one mind, Rashiram can sense what is happening in Xia Chi's area.
Therefore, without Xia Chi's explanation, Rashiram understood the meaning of his words.
She gazed intently toward the underground energy plant in Quan Guan, and said thoughtfully, "I can also vaguely sense that guy's aura. It's vast, ancient, and carries a kind of profundity and chaos that doesn't belong to the ordinary rules of this world."
Upon hearing this, Xia Chi's heart stirred, and his gossipy nature suddenly arose.
He took two steps closer, lowered his voice, and asked in a teasing tone, "So, are you confident you can beat it?"
Reshiram vs. Mugentsuna...
Aside from video game battles, these two Pokémon, spanning several generations and with almost no interaction, would be like Guan Yu fighting Qin Qiong if they were to meet.
Unless it's a special case like Hoopa summoning, the two legendary Pokémon might never have a chance to fight each other in their lifetime.
However, given the current situation, it is highly likely that this will happen soon.
Although the big battle has not yet taken place, it doesn't stop Xia Chi from wanting to hear how Rashiram, as someone directly involved, evaluates this "potential opponent."
Elves are all competitive.
Even Rashiram was not immune to this.
Although she usually appears aloof and uninterested in ordinary battles, it's not that she lacks competitiveness, but rather that there are very few opponents who can truly catch her eye.
Even the formidable Egui in the team couldn't truly ignite her fighting spirit to give it her all.
The "Guardian Mode" might be considered one of the most secure.
However, the cowardly lizard only "switch to dragon form" when Xia Chi is in mortal danger.
How could Rashiram possibly harbor murderous intent towards Xia Chi?
Uh... thankfully Xia Chi isn't a Fu Rui fanatic, otherwise it would be hard to say.
In short, apart from his arch-rival Zekrom, Reshiram basically had no chance to make a move.
But at this moment, the profound pressure emanating from the distant underground was clearly different.
It brought Rahiram a long-awaited, substantial pressure.
Rahiram remained silent.
She closed her eyes slightly, seemingly sensing and deducing more carefully, while faint blue energy particles emanated from the turbine at the rear and then gathered back.
After a long while, her cool voice rang in Xia Chi's heart again.
"If it were me in the past, the chances of winning would be slim..."
Xia Chi felt a chill run down her spine.
So there really is a gap between even the top-tier gods?
Rahiram was a calm and pragmatic person who never underestimated himself nor exaggerated his words.
She said "the odds are slim," which is almost equivalent to having no chance at all. This means that in normal circumstances, Mugentsuna has an overwhelming advantage over her in terms of raw power.
However, Rahiram's words did not end there.
She reopened her eyes and looked at Xia Chi. In her lake-blue pupils, it seemed as if a blue flame was quietly igniting.
"But that was in the past."
Her voice carried an indescribable, strange rhythm, as if she were resonating with Xia Chi through some deeper bond.
"Now, thanks to our connection... perhaps, we have the strength to fight."
Xia Chi understood what she meant.
The so-called "connection" naturally refers to the bond enhancement from the leader.
In particular, Reshiram's exclusive synergy [Azure Flame] effect is incredibly powerful.
If you successfully stack five layers of the "Ignite" status on your opponent, they will be instantly killed regardless of how much health they have left!
It is unclear to what extent this near-"rule-based" ability would be effective against beings at the level of Wujitana.
However, the comprehensive attribute enhancements, skill power increases, and special status resistances brought by other bonds are real and tangible.
The current Rahiram is a far cry from what he used to be.
While the Eternal Tana is indeed terrifying, my Reshiram's sword is no less formidable!
Xia Chi seemed to be able to read such high fighting spirit in Reshiram's calm eyes.
"It's good to have confidence."
Xia Chi smiled and gently patted Reshiram's neck, which was covered with delicate, soft white fur; the touch was slightly warm.
"But don't worry, when that day comes, we definitely won't let you fight alone."
It remains to be seen whether the siblings, Cangxiang and Zangmarante, will be able to arrive in time to save the day.
If things really get serious, Lao Mi and Peng aren't pushovers either!
As long as it doesn't happen like that time in the Unova region when the two villainous organizations teamed up, it shouldn't be too difficult for Mugentsuna to take it down. Why does it feel like he's setting a flag?
Xia Chi was taken aback, but quickly dismissed the thought.
The Rockets have suffered a major blow and are currently recovering.
Moreover, Rose is the chairman of the Galar League. Even if he is willing to sacrifice everything for the future of Galar, he probably wouldn't collude with Giovanni... right?
The more Xia Chi thought about it, the more something seemed off.
Lorz is now resorting to any means necessary to achieve his goals.
It might actually be possible...?
Forget it, we'll deal with whatever comes our way.
If it really comes, there's nothing to be afraid of.
Miaoha and her team are now much stronger than before.
If even legendary teams like the Three Birds can beat the bottom lane legends, then even if the Rockets really come, it's just like the Calabash Brothers saving their grandfather.
As they returned to normal size, they walked slowly alongside Rahiram, who was standing beside them, and returned to the hotel under the watchful eyes of countless people, some in awe and others curious.
Xia Chi's thoughts, however, had already drifted to the near future.
He began to think more concretely about how he should act, how to coordinate his partners, and how to control the scope of the disaster and protect the innocent when the "dark night" truly descended.
Back at the hotel, we had lunch at the hotel's restaurant.
The food culture of the Galar region is dominated by various flavors of curry, which is distinctive, but eating it repeatedly can become monotonous.
Furthermore, the cooking standards at this hotel restaurant are only average.
The taste wasn't amazing, but it was definitely not delicious either.
It was a huge mistake to go out without Sister Fa. In a food desert like Galar, there's not much you can do if you want to have a nice meal.
However, there are always members in the team who are not so picky about food quality.
Milton and Benjiras, those two big eaters, still ate as much as ever, seemingly unconcerned about the taste of the food.
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In contrast, Rahiram was much more picky.
She lay gracefully on the soft blanket that Xia Chi had specially prepared, only occasionally lowering her head to gently peck at a small bite with her beak before raising her head and looking out the window.
Clearly, they had little interest in this makeshift lunch.
She maintains her existence not primarily through physical food intake, but rather by savoring delicious food to experience different kinds of "reality" through the pleasure of taste.
When food cannot provide this sensation, she prefers to eat less.
After a rather mediocre lunch, Xia Chi returned to her suite.
After a series of intense battles, the undercurrents in the underground workshops, and the reunion with Aerysram and the ensuing anxieties, even with the dual boost of Aura and Superpower, Xia Chi was a little tired.
However, just as he lay down on Shuli's large bed, a crisp and familiar electronic notification sound rang out urgently.
"The phone's ringing, Loto! The phone's ringing, Loto! It's Sonia calling, Loto!"