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"If you can't lose, don't play."
Paul simply responded to Rosa's accusation with that faint remark.
There were only two Commanders in total, and with so many people, there weren't enough to go around, so it was naturally up to individual skill.
Paul felt there was nothing wrong with him; he used his intelligence to capture Commander Jupiter and Jupiter, so what was the problem?
"Huh?! You, I want to challenge you to a one-on-one battle!"
Rosa felt that this gloomy Sinnoh native was too shameless.
Are all locals so impolite?
"No time." Paul refused directly.
Without even thinking, if he fought Rosa now and lost, he would definitely be mocked by her. Paul decided to avoid her sharp edge.
After all, although that woman was boisterous, her strength was indeed very strong, and Paul knew that.
"Lord Mammon, this time the two Commanders were captured by Platinum and me together. We will split the Merits for the Commanders equally."
Paul bowed to Mammon and said.
"Eh?" Platinum was stunned when she heard that, but just as she was about to say something, she saw Paul shake his head at her.
Platinum acquiesced.
"Very good. As a reward for capturing the Commanders, you can each choose one item currently available in the Redemption Mall."
Mammon replied with a smile.
"Lord Mammon, can Mega Evolution Stones also be chosen?" Platinum's eyes lit up slightly.
Mega Evolution Stones are currently the most precious and rare items. In fact, given Platinum's status, the Bellritz Family would spare no effort in supporting her.
However, at present, it is still quite difficult to find the mega Evolution Stone she wants in a short period of time.
Moreover, Platinum is now forced to join Team Rockets, and it's not easy for her to contact her family.
"Of course." Mammon nodded affirmatively.
"I want Garchomp's ite!"
Platinum made her choice without hesitation.
Garchomp was already one of the top combat forces in her current team. Once it could undergo Mega Evolution, its combat power would undoubtedly increase significantly!
Although according to Dr. Platane's Mega Evolution analysis from Kalos, Mega Garchomp seemed to have a slight decrease in speed after Mega Evolution.
But the flaws do not overshadow the virtues, because Mega Garchomp's offensiveness is simply too strong.
"Woo~ So envious."
Lacey was extremely envious when she saw this. She could get a Mega Evolution Stone for free! And she could choose freely.
She also really wanted a Gardevoirite.
"Our thinking was limited. We should have gone directly for the two Commanders themselves." Drayton sighed and said helplessly.
Otherwise, his Salamencite would also have a place, wouldn't it?
"…Directly attacking the opposing Trainer themselves, isn't that against the rules?" Kieran hesitated slightly.
So when he saw Paul's Weavile holding Commander Jupiter and Jupiter hostage, he was stunned.
"This isn't a regular battle; this is about eliminating an Evil Organization." Drayton shrugged.
"Look at him; his mind works fast, and he got a big reward." Drayton pointed at Paul.
Kieran looked thoughtful.
As for Rosa and Hilda, Rosa was biting her handkerchief, green with envy.
"Garchompite, alright. What about you, Paul?"
Paul frowned slightly and thought for a moment. He had also seen the list of Mega Evolution Stones, but in reality, few of his main Pokémon could undergo Mega Evolution.
"I want Aggron's Mega Evolution Stone." Paul still chose Aggronite.
Mainly because among his current main Pokémon, only Aggron was barely usable.
Moreover, Mega Aggron's ability is Filter, which can reduce the damage taken from super-effective attacks.
Coupled with the fact that after Mega Evolution, Mega Aggron is purely a Steel-type, it can also be considered an indirect increase in combat power.
"Alright, they will be sent to you soon."
Mammon nodded.
"Everyone has worked hard today. Next, you will have three days of free time to enjoy yourselves, and all expenses will be reimbursed by the company."
Then Mammon looked at the personnel involved in this operation and said with a smile.
"Yay~!"
"Boss is generous!"
"It's my first time in Sinnoh. I wonder where the fun places are."
"I'm going to work at this company until I retire!"
Undoubtedly, Mammon's action made this group of students very excited and their sense of belonging skyrocketed.
And this was exactly the effect Mammon wanted.
Most of the Academy students began to disperse. For these students, unfamiliar regions and cities were still very attractive.
But some remained.
"Come on! Let's have a match!"
Rosa provocatively looked at Drayton and Kieran, the two strongest students from Blueberry Academy.
Although they were both geniuses from the Unova region, Rosa wanted these two students to understand today that there are differences even among geniuses!
"Alright."
Drayton did not refuse. He also wanted to know how good these two girls really were.
The few of them found a nearby training ground, and the battle was between Rosa and Hilda versus Drayton and Kieran.
Of course, the two sides did not engage in a Double Battle, but rather a Single Battle, which better reflects individual strength.
Mammon naturally followed along; he was very interested in the battle of the four.
"Mammon, which side do you think will win?"
Elesa naturally stood closer to Mammon and asked him curiously.
"Although Drayton and Kieran are quite strong, they probably aren't a match for Rosa and Hilda."
Mammon said with a smile. This was his personal opinion.
After all, the two sisters, Rosa and Hilda, are truly incredibly talented individuals who could dominate an era.
Just like Leon suddenly emerged in the Galar region and has consistently dominated Galar with absolute strength.
It's just that in this era, 'talented individuals' exist in almost every region, and Rosa and Hilda are also competitors.
Drayton and Kieran are both Trainers with outstanding talent, there's no doubt about that, especially Kieran, who, strictly speaking, also belongs to the category of talented individuals.
But compared to Rosa and Hilda, they are still slightly inferior.
However, this is also a subjective opinion. In reality, there are many factors that influence the outcome of a battle, and both Drayton and Kieran have very strong teams.
Drayton is Xiaka's grandson and has fully inherited Xiaka's love for Dragon-type Pokémon, so Drayton has a Dragon-type team.
As for Kieran, his team composition is exceptionally good: Politoed, Dragonite, Grimmsnarl, Porygon-Z, Incineroar, and his ace, Hydrapple.
He has weather control, support, offense, and debuffs.
Kieran's team can truly be said to be a perfect combination, coupled with the strength of his meticulously trained Pokémon.
And the battle soon began, starting with Rosa and Drayton's battle, with both sides agreeing to a full team battle.
Drayton's first Pokémon was Flygon, while Rosa's first was Hydreigon. Their battle was very intense.
However, in the end, Hydreigon was superior and took the first victory. Drayton, not to be outdone, then sent out Dragonite.
Also being pseudo-legendary Pokémon, the battle between Hydreigon and Dragonite was even more intense, but after a fierce struggle, Rosa seized the opportunity.
After Dragonite forced a close-range attack, Hydreigon landed a Draco Meteor on Dragonite, defeating it again.
"That girl is so strong!"
Crispin, who was watching, couldn't help but click his tongue. Hydreigon had already defeated two of Drayton's Pokémon consecutively.
Although Hydreigon was already covered in wounds, its aura became even fiercer after winning two consecutive rounds.
"Her battle experience is too rich." Lacey's delicate brows furrowed slightly.
And her ability to seize opportunities is truly amazing; she always manages to catch Drayton's slight mistakes in command inadvertently.
The battle continued, and finally, when the battle ended, Drayton's ace, Archaludon, also fell to Rosa's Volcarona.
As for Rosa, her Hydreigon and Gothitelle lost their ability to battle.
"Hmph hmph~! Have you seen how amazing I am?!"
Having achieved victory, Rosa stood with her hands on her hips, puffed out her chest, and looked very proud.
She knew it; how could a group of students be a match for her, Lady Rosa?
"Strong, strong, I'm convinced." Drayton spread his hands, indicating that he conceded.
There was nothing he could do; he had indeed given his all, but he still couldn't defeat this girl.
"Kieran, it's up to you next. You need to be strong." Drayton stepped off the field and patted Kieran's shoulder.
"Hilda won't lose either." Rosa pouted, very confident in her good friend.
Hilda rolled her eyes and greeted Kieran warmly. Kieran also bowed politely.
Their battle did not have the same visual impact as the previous one, but it was equally spectacular.
Moreover, Kieran applied his tactics very well and skillfully, which caused Hilda quite a bit of trouble.
However, after four of her Pokémon fainted, Hilda still achieved the final victory, successfully defeating Kieran's last ace, Hydrapple.
"Are students nowadays all this fierce?"
Platinum, who had watched the entire process, was shocked. After all, neither Drayton nor Kieran were very old; they hadn't even graduated yet.
"Those like Drayton are very few." Mammon shook his head.
Then Mammon turned his head. Not far away, an elegant and noble woman was slowly walking towards them.
It was Cynthia!
"It's Miss Cynthia…"
Platinum's face was a bit complex, and also a bit embarrassed and flushed.
She was a little at a loss, mainly because she didn't know how to face Cynthia.
After all, her current identity was a member of Team Rockets.
Cynthia had already walked over. Her beautiful eyes swept over Platinum, who was hiding behind Mammon, and Caitlin, who was smiling faintly, finally resting her gaze on Mammon.
Cynthia couldn't help but sigh softly in her heart.
"Mammon, welcome to Sinnoh."
Cynthia looked directly at Mammon and spoke her first words.
"Thank you. Actually, there's no need to be so formal, after all, I haven't even greeted you, Cynthia."
Mammon's lips curved slightly as he slowly replied to Cynthia.
"I really hope I never have to make that greeting." Cynthia said helplessly.
"So, can you please release Platinum? Mammon, Platinum is just a child who just started her journey this year."
Cynthia pleaded with Mammon. She didn't want to see the pure and flawless Platinum also tainted by the colors of Team Rockets.
She really didn't want something like Caitlin to happen again.
It's almost impossible to get Caitlin back now, and now there's another Platinum…
Why do such things always happen around her?
Platinum heard Cynthia's words and couldn't help but feel a little touched, but also a little confused. Actually, she wasn't a child anymore…
"Cynthia, you really are…"
Mammon clicked his tongue, brazenly scrutinizing Cynthia.
His gaze made Cynthia even feel as if she were standing naked in front of Mammon.