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Ever Grande City, Alliance Conference Room.
Steven and the others have returned here, and of course, the atmosphere is rather depressing.
But this is understandable. After all, six champions were dispatched together, and the area near the Devon Company Building in Rustboro City was severely damaged due to the fierce fighting.
But the good news is that the Stone was rescued and there were no casualties.
"Then tell me, everyone, what are your thoughts after this battle?"
Steven took a sip of coffee, rubbed his temples and spoke.
Post-battle review and summary is something a qualified trainer should naturally learn, so that he can face up to his own strength and better find the opponent's weaknesses.
Leon sat there somewhat awkwardly because he arrived too late and didn't even see the shadow of Team Rocket, so naturally there was nothing much to say.
Wallace was in an even more awkward situation. He was the only one among the six people who was defeated and captured, and in the end he became a "prop" for Mammon and his men to retreat.
Although even without him, Mammon and his companions would definitely be able to retreat successfully, he could not help but become a "prop".
"That cadre named Zinna is a trainer specializing in dragon attributes. She calls herself the People of Meteor and the Champion of Steven. I think we can use this as a starting point to investigate her identity."
Brandon spoke first in a deep voice.
"Draconid Clan?" Steven frowned when he heard that and subconsciously looked at his good friend Wallace.
Why? Because Wallace also seems to have a title that has been passed down through generations.
Wallace is the last of the 'People of Glass'!
As one of the "People of Glass", Wallace guards the seal of the Sky Pillar.
But seeing the confused and pensive expression on Mr. Wallace's face, Steven couldn't help but feel helpless. He changed his mind and thought, could the Draconid People be related to the Meteor Falls?
"It should be some kind of hidden clan. Let's ask the Alliance to help inquire about it." Cynthia analyzed.
The People of Meteor, this title sounds like a clan with a long history.
"Well, I will also ask my friends to help investigate. Besides...this Zinna is very powerful. I am no match for her."
Brandon was not embarrassed. Strong is strong, weak is weak. He was indeed not as good as Zinna.
"Catlin is also very strong. Her Psychic-type Pokémon are very difficult to deal with. I'm not sure I can defeat her."
After seeing Brandon finish speaking, Nemona also described her own thoughts.
Wallace: (°︵°)
This girl could evenly match Catlin, yet he couldn't even beat her...
Upon hearing this, Cynthia's delicate face showed a strange color. Catlin... has her strength improved so quickly?
Nemona is the new champion of Paldea, and Wallace was also defeated by Catlin.
But before going to Alola, Catlin was only at the King level.
In other words, after joining Team Rocket, Catlin's strength is truly improving at a rapid pace!
Could it be that this is really the path that suits Catlin?
Thinking of this, Cynthia's thoughts became a little complicated.
"I won't say much about Mammon's strength. Even if he faced me, the champion of Bamboo Orchid, and the master of Giovanni at the same time, he would not be at a disadvantage at all."
Steven's tone was very low.
Leon was stunned when he heard this. He did not see the battle scene between Steven and others with his own eyes, but now after hearing it, he wondered if the strength of these cadres of Team Rocket was a little too strong?
"I think we can also try super evolution." Giovanni reminded in a magnetic voice.
"Mega evolution... A doctor in Kalos has already published a paper on it. This is a mega evolution that allows the final evolved Pokémon to evolve again." Steven has also read this paper.
"But to date, the reality of mega evolution has never been proven. I didn't expect Mammon and the others to have mastered it."
Steven is actually very interested in this mega evolution. After all, he likes all kinds of precious stones.
"So we also have to master Mega Evolution. Judging from the situation of Mammon and the other two, Mega Evolution greatly increases the strength of Pokémon." Giovanni said concisely.
"Indeed, mega evolution greatly increases the power of Pokémon. We need this if we want to defeat Team Rocket."
Cynthia agreed very much.
She still can't forget the ferocity of Mammon, the super-Tyranitar!
Do you want to talk about any outstanding operations of Super Tyranitar in the battle of Rustboro City?
Actually, there is no such thing, but Super Tyranitar is simply strong! That is an unparalleled beauty of numbers!
It relied on its strong physique and strength to smash Metagross, Garchomp and Nidoking.
It's true that this Tyranitar is very powerful, but Steven knows very well that before it mega-evolved, this Tyranitar was not so outrageous!
"I'll ask the president to help us find the Mega Evolution Stone, and by the way, contact the experts in Carlos."
Steven nodded, and since Cynthia and the others came to help, he just wanted to use the Mega Evolution Stone as a return gift to express his gratitude.
Anyway, he has no shortage of money, so as long as the problem can be solved with money, it is not a problem.
"Thank you all for your hard work in today's battle. Please take a good rest from now on." Steven said to everyone. He was eager to contact Carlos.
Mega evolution! With this, they can launch another offensive!
"Champion Steven, you should take care of your health. You must be tired too." Giovanni said to Steven with concern.
"That's right, Champion Steven should take a break first. An evil organization as powerful as Team Rocket cannot be dealt with in a short time." Cynthia agreed.
"Thank you. I understand."
Steven felt warm in his heart when he heard this, but that was when.
Commander Jenny received a message and her expression changed after seeing it, she was very shocked.
"Champion Steven, please come out for a moment."
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Lilycove City.
"I still feel like I didn't perform well."
In Catlin's villa, Mammon lay on the sofa, reviewed the situation and shook his head helplessly.
I feel that the B-suit is not perfect this time. Maybe we should wait until Armored Mewtwo knocks Steven and the other two to their knees before making a declaration. That might have a better effect.
But now it's all over.
"Next time, you can't use the excuse of 'power, destination, ideals'. You have to change it."
Mammon continued to think. Now that he had fully disclosed his "relationship" with Giovanni, it was an "explanation" for his original intention and thoughts on suddenly joining Team Rocket.
Then, it's time to open up! Otherwise, it's too petty to keep saying that we're living in the shadow of "Giovanni's son."
Mammon is determined to become the strongest villain in the world.
The next time we clash with the alliance, we will have to show our ambitions and ideals.
Well, for example, 'I want to stand in the sky', 'I want to be the god of the new world', but isn't 'god' too childish?
"Master Mammon, the investigation you asked me to do has yielded some results."
Courtney's tender voice sounded from Mammon's arms.
"Oh?" Mammon came back to his senses and subconsciously began to knead the ball with his hands.
"Hmm…"
A blush appeared on Courtney's fair and beautiful face, and her charming eyes were very attractive. She pressed down Mammon's naughty big hand.
"Dr. Lund from LaRousse City did bring back a meteorite from the Great Ice Field four years ago and has been studying it ever since. I've also found the people who were on site back then."
"He also stated very clearly that Rayquaza had descended upon us at that time, and he even took photos of it."
As she spoke, Courtney took out a photo from her skirt pocket and handed it to Mammon.
"Master Mammon, look, this is the person I found on the scene with great difficulty."
There was a strong sense of pride in Courtney's tone, and he looked like a cute person asking for praise.
"My Courtney is awesome."
Mammon kissed Courtney's fair cheek without hesitation, then took the photo and took a look at it.
Although the photo was a bit old and the clarity was not very high, Mammon still recognized it.
The people in the photo are Rayquaza and Deoxys!
Mammon raised the corner of his mouth. This was interesting.
"Hehe~" Courtney tilted her head and showed a beautiful smile.
"Then Lord Mammon, can you reward me?"
Courtney hugged Mammon's neck and leaned close to Mammon's cheek, looking at him seductively.
The distance between the two was very close, so close that Mammon could see the almost invisible pores on Courtney's face.
"Little Fairy, didn't I satisfy you last night?"
Mammon felt a little bit saddened by the horror of this woman. She was really annoying.
"Today too, Master Mammon~ I don't want to get out of bed tomorrow, can you help me?"
Courtney laughed.
"Okay, okay!"
How could a young man full of vigor and vitality withstand such provocation? Don't you know that I am at my most vigorous age now?
war!
Three hours later, Mammon walked out of the room refreshed.
Just a little Courtney, nothing more than that.
Beep, beep, beep~
Mammon glanced at the phone and raised an eyebrow.
"Hey, Lille."
"Mr. Mammon, are you busy?" Lille's clear and pleasant voice came over.
"I told you, if it's Lille, I'll answer it even if I'm busy." Mammon went downstairs to pour himself a cup of tea and replied with a smile.
"Hmm~ Hehe, Mr. Mammon, I've already told Mother that I want to spend a few days with Brother Gladion, and Mother agreed!"
Lille's tone was filled with unconcealable joy. That's right, she was going to travel thousands of miles to find her brother!
"Is Brother Gladion with you, Mr. Mammon?"
Lille asked expectantly.
If Brother Gladion is not in the same place as Mr. Mammon, then... I'll go see Brother Gladion when I go back.
I believe that Brother Gladion will understand me.
"That's right, it looks like I'll get to see the lovely Lille again. So what is Lille planning to do over here?"
Mammon also missed this cute blonde lady a little, and asked with a smile.
"I haven't booked the plane ticket yet." Lille's pretty face flushed a little when she heard that.
"Then see if there are any flights to Hoenn Lilycove City this afternoon. If there are, I will pick you up at the airport and take you on a few days of fun."
"Okay!!"
Lille responded quickly. She was very happy at the moment because she would be able to see Mr. Mammon again soon.
"Mr. Mammon, yes, there is a flight to Lilycove City in the evening."
"Is there enough time?"
"OK!"
"Okay, then book it. I'll pick you up at the airport."
"Hmm~"
Lille was very excited and bought a plane ticket immediately after hanging up the phone.
"maxi~"
Lunala moved closer to Lille.
"You'll be able to see Mr. Mammon again soon, little Nebula."
Lille gently stroked Lunala's cheek, feeling very happy, and narrowed her beautiful eyes to smile.
But the next moment, the smile on Lille's face faded slightly.
I'm sorry, Selene...
Transition, small theater:
One day.
Selene: Lille, where are you? Let's go surfing together today.
Lille: Sorry, Mei, um...Mizuki, I can't go today...
Selene: Oh, it's okay, but Lille, are you okay? Your voice sounds weird.
Lille: I... the wind is a bit strong here... Stop that, it's too strong... Ugh...
Selene: But you sound like you're about to cry, and what's too hard?
Lille: No, uh, I'm sorry, Selene
Selene:?