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While Rose and the others were communicating, Mammon was also talking with Sword King Zacian.
"Since you have already captured Eternatus, we will…"
"Wait, Zacian."
Mammon extended his hand towards Sword King Zacian, like Er Kang.
"?"
Sword King Zacian, who was about to leave, turned his head and looked at Mammon in confusion.
"Zacian, you know, I've always really liked you."
Mammon showed a sincere expression to Sword King Zacian. There was no helping it; this sword-wielding dog was both handsome and strong. Who wouldn't like him?
This was the most overpowered Pokémon in the Sword and Shield era.
And truly, when Sword King Zacian used Behemoth Blade, it was truly irresistible, just too cool!
"…"
Sword King Zacian tilted his head slightly, while Shield King Zamazenta beside him felt a sudden jolt in his heart.
Not good!
"So, as a companion, would you be willing to travel with me?"
After all, there was no longer a crisis with Eternatus, and Sword King Zacian seemed to have no intention of giving the rusted sword to Mammon.
"Human, you no longer need my power."
Sword King Zacian's telepathy was still very cold.
He didn't understand Mammon's thoughts. Mammon's strength was already very strong; he had just captured Eternatus.
Was there anyone in this world who could be Mammon's opponent? Perhaps, apart from the creator, no life could defeat Mammon.
Under such circumstances, he still sought his power?
"It's not about seeking your power. I simply like you, Zacian, and wish to become companions who accompany each other."
Mammon smiled slightly.
That bright and handsome smile made Sword King Zacian pause.
Was it just a simple liking for him?
Sword King Zacian couldn't help but fall into contemplation.
"Many things in the world are not determined by power. Even if I, standing before you, Zacian, have already captured Arceus, I would still extend this invitation to you."
"Because I want to walk alongside you, forge our own bond, and explore this vast and beautiful world together."
"So, Zacian, can you give me this chance?"
Hearing Mammon's words, Sword King Zacian's indifferent eyes rippled slightly.
Perhaps… he really should go out and see?
Sword King Zacian looked towards Black Steed King. Black Steed King noticed his gaze and nodded with a smile.
Sword King Zacian made his decision. In fact, staying in Slumbering Weald had already made him a little tired.
This was also one of the reasons why he guided that girl at the beginning of the year.
But now, going out with Mammon to explore might be a good decision.
"Sister?"
Shield King Zamazenta noticed the change in Sword King Zacian's eyes and understood his sister's decision, feeling a pang of bitterness in his heart.
It seemed his sister was finally leaving.
"Zamazenta, you go back to Slumbering Weald on your own."
Sword King Zacian said indifferently, his gaze turning to Mammon.
"I want to go out and see."
Hearing Sword King Zacian's words, Shield King Zamazenta remained silent and did not object to his sister's decision.
He had actually suspected this from the beginning; after all, continuously living in Slumbering Weald was too lonely.
And neither he nor Zacian particularly liked to sleep.
How could they not feel lonely after thousands of years? This was the sorrow of long-lived species.
A faint light flickered around Sword King Zacian, and he exited his Sword King form. The Rusted Sword floated before Mammon, controlled by him.
"My sword, I entrust it to you."
Zacian gazed at Mammon, slowly approaching until he stood before him. His clear voice, perhaps an illusion, softened slightly at this moment.
"Thank you. We will be a very suitable team."
Mammon smiled in response, took out a Poké Ball, and touched Zacian.
The Poké Ball opened, and Zacian transformed into a red light, entering the Poké Ball. It shook only once before settling.
"I captured ~ Zacian."
Mammon's lips curved into a smile; he was in a very good mood. He truly liked Sword King Zacian.
Across from him, the lone Shield King Zamazenta watched all of this silently, sighing softly in his heart. Without Zacian's companionship, he would be even lonelier now.
Should he also find a human partner?
Shield King Zamazenta thought this to himself. As for following Mammon, he didn't have that idea.
How to put it? He didn't have any special feelings for Mammon; rather, this guy was after his sister from the very beginning.
Forget it, he'd go back to Slumbering Weald first.
Shield King Zamazenta turned around, ready to spring into action.
"Zamazenta."
"?"
Zamazenta turned his head to look at Mammon. This guy wasn't going to invite him too, was he?
"Where are you going next?"
"Back to Slumbering Weald to rest."
Shield King Zamazenta replied in a gruff voice.
"How about I recommend a place for you? Slumbering Weald will ultimately be too lonely with just you."
"What do you mean?"
Shield King Zamazenta was startled.
"I have a place where Mew, Regigigas, and Xerneas reside. I occasionally return there, and when I do, you'll also be able to see Zacian."
That's right, Mammon wanted to coax Shield King Zamazenta to World Tree Paradise.
"Mew and Regigigas, and Xerneas too…"
Shield King Zamazenta hesitated slightly. He had heard of these names.
"Besides, a change of environment is a change of mood. It won't hurt you. If you don't like it there, you can always come back to Slumbering Weald."
"But trust me, Mew and the others are very warm and friendly. You'll definitely get along well."
Mammon smiled at Shield King Zamazenta. He believed Shield King Zamazenta wouldn't refuse.
After all, Shield King Zamazenta's melancholy after he captured Zacian wouldn't lie. Perhaps… he was also afraid of loneliness?
But that's right, even legendary Pokémon are living beings, beings with emotions and thoughts.
"Then I'll go take a look. Where is it located?"
Shield King Zamazenta pondered for a moment and decided to go see.
"It's too slow if you go by yourself. Wait a moment."
Mammon took out his phone and decisively made a call.
Not long after the call was made, a spatial golden ring appeared beside Mammon.
"Mammon~!"
A clear, cute childish voice came from within the golden ring. Hoopa emerged from the golden ring and hugged Mammon's face, very happy.
"Hoopa, have you already broken through your punishment?"
Mammon pulled the little demon god off his face, looking at Hoopa with surprise.
"Hehe Of course! Isn't Hoopa amazing?"
Hoopa put his hands on his hips proudly. After Mammon and the others left Genesis Valley, Hoopa diligently trained every day to break through his punishment.
With Baraz Meiyali's help, he finally succeeded in breaking his punishment this morning. This way, he could freely travel to any place through his golden rings.
"As expected of you, Hoopa. I knew you could do it."
"Hehehe~"
Hoopa was grinning from ear to ear. Only then did he have time to look around.
"Wow~ Zamazenta, long time no see!"
Hoopa's eyes lit up, and he quickly flew around Zamazenta, seemingly recognizing him.
But that's right, it wouldn't be strange for Hoopa to know any Pokémon.
"Hoopa?"
Shield King Zamazenta seemed a bit unsure, as Hoopa's current appearance was a bit different from what he remembered.
"That's right."
Hoopa floated happily in front of Shield King Zamazenta.
Shield King Zamazenta tilted his head, looking at Hoopa with a strange gaze, thinking that Hoopa seemed very weak right now.
Could he just hit Hoopa with a Behemoth Blade and send him flying like a meteor?
"Hoopa, I called you for a reason this time. Could you please send Zamazenta to Regigigas?"
Mammon said to Hoopa.
"No problem at all! I haven't seen Regigigas in a long time either. I'll go with Zamazenta."
Hoopa patted his chest, indicating no problem, then excitedly threw out a spatial golden ring.
"Zamazenta, Hoopa will send you there. I hope you'll like the environment."
"Mm."
Shield King Zamazenta, who was conflicted, decided not to make a move for now. After all, Mammon and Hoopa seemed to have a very good relationship.
He'd look for an opportunity once they got there!
Then Shield King Zamazenta walked into the spatial golden ring, and Hoopa also eagerly flew in.
Meanwhile, in Kanto's World Tree Paradise.
A spatial golden ring opened in the air, and Shield King Zamazenta fell out of the spatial golden ring. With his heavy weight, the ground shook heavily.
This startled some Pokémon nearby, who fled in a hurry.
"Hoopa, why did you drop me from the sky?"
Shield King Zamazenta complained to Hoopa, who floated down.
"Oh, come on~ There was an accident with the landing spot."
Hoopa replied nonchalantly, looking around curiously.
Shield King Zamazenta was even more displeased by this, but for now, he decided to look around first.
Shield King Zamazenta looked around and had to admit the environment was very good. However, his gaze quickly fell on a withered, slender tree not far away.
Around this withered tree, the grass was green and flowers bloomed everywhere, but only the tree itself was withered, with only a few tender buds on its branches.
"This is…?"
Feeling something, Shield King Zamazenta was a bit unsure.
"That's right, this is Xerneas. He's currently sleeping to recover his life force." Hoopa confirmed Shield King Zamazenta's guess.
So that's it.
Shield King Zamazenta curiously looked at the Tree of Life for a few more moments.
"I heard little Mew is also here. How annoying, he didn't even come to welcome us." Hoopa looked at the nearby World Tree, puffing out his cheeks.
"Didn't you say Regigigas was here too?"
Shield King Zamazenta asked in confusion.
Hoopa gave Shield King Zamazenta a strange look upon hearing this.
Suddenly, Shield King Zamazenta felt the ground beneath him vibrate. Realizing something was wrong instantly, Shield King Zamazenta quickly leaped up.
Then he saw it: his original position began to rise rapidly, and an enormous 'giant' revealed half of his body. The glowing dots on his chest flickered continuously, like eyes, gazing eerily at Shield King Zamazenta.
It was Regigigas.
"You just landed on Regigigas's head."
Hoopa finally spoke.
Damn it!
Shield King Zamazenta cursed inwardly. This damned Hoopa was indeed doing it on purpose.
"My apologies, I didn't mean to step on you."
Shield King Zamazenta quickly apologized, as it was indeed his accidental mistake.
But he really hadn't expected his landing spot to be Regigigas's head.
Regigigas nodded upon hearing this, indicating he didn't mind, but then shifted his gaze to Hoopa. The glowing dots flickered even more frequently.
"Hehe~ Regigigas, long time no see! Did you miss me?"
Hoopa floated in front of Regigigas, greeting him with a smile, looking very affectionate.
Regigigas said nothing, only slowly raised his arm and opened his palm, seemingly offering Hoopa a place to land.
"Oh, Regigigas is still so gentle, how nice~"
Hoopa naturally landed, very happy.
At this moment, Shield King Zamazenta looked at Hoopa with a strange expression. Just now, Regigigas's telepathy had suddenly sounded in his ear.
Hmm, Shield King Zamazenta silently flew closer to Hoopa.
Just then, a pink light streaked across the sky at high speed. When the pink light dissipated, a round, pink cat appeared.
This was… Mew?
Shield King Zamazenta was shocked when he saw the cat, but he still didn't speak.
"Little Mew, why did you get so fat?" Hoopa expressed his shock very directly.
Mew glared fiercely at Hoopa, but as the World Tree administrator, he had to prioritize welcoming the important new member to World Tree Paradise.
"Mew Zamazenta has arrived, Mew You can treat this place as your home from now on."
Mew's clear and pleasant telepathy made Shield King Zamazenta nod. Mew's goodwill was very clear.
This also made Shield King Zamazenta much more accepting. Both Mew and Regigigas were very friendly to him.
And then…
"Me, me, me, little Mew, there's also me!"
Hoopa quickly spoke up to assert his presence.
He was the one who brought Shield King Zamazenta here, after all. And this World Tree was so great, he wanted to come play here more often in the future.
"Hmm Hoopa, hehe"
Mew's smile gradually turned sinister.
Hoopa keenly sensed something was wrong.
Regigigas's left arm swung down rapidly, striking hard at Hoopa in his palm.
Fortunately, Hoopa had a premonition and quickly flew out of Regigigas's range.
"Hey, hey, hey! Regigigas, why are you hitting me! Even I would get angry with a joke like that!"
Hoopa puffed out his cheeks, complaining to Regigigas with great dissatisfaction.
"It's not just Big Pillar, Mew~ Hoopa, do you remember? You said you'd send me to a fun place, but you sent me under Kyurem's butt, Mew."
Mew's round face gradually became 'kindly' threatening. His small body had almost been flattened by Kyurem back then, and Kyurem's butt was super cold!
"That was an accident."
Hoopa scratched his head awkwardly.
"You stole my and my sister's sword and shield, hid their presence, and threw them into the sea, making me search for three days and three nights to get them back. Was that an accident too?"
Shield King Zamazenta's eyes also gradually turned dangerous.
"Cough, cough, cough…" Hoopa coughed awkwardly.
As for Regigigas, the events of a hundred years ago were self-evident.
Watching the three of them slowly approach, Hoopa, knowing he was in the wrong, kept retreating, putting on a brave but hollow front.
"No, what are you three trying to do? I'm warning you! I'm warning you! I'm really going to fight back!"
"Scream! Scream, Mew! The more you scream, the more excited I get, Mew!"
Mew's round face became even more ferocious.
"Mew, don't be like this, you're scaring me."
"Ow, don't hit my face, you scoundrels! Zamazenta, are you a dog? What do you mean by biting my butt! Ahhh!"