Unfortunately, Leon didn't come over.
Ever since he learned the truth about the Galar Region from Calyrex last time, Leon began to secretly investigate Eternatus in the Galar Region.
In addition to regularly accepting Trainer challenges and participating in various exhibition matches, Leon is almost overwhelmed with work now.
Seeing this, Naoki could only reply, "Alright, maybe we can battle next time when there's a chance!"
Leon quickly replied.
[Leon: Don't worry! Once everything here in the Galar Region is settled, I'll visit your ranch, and we'll have a three-day, three-night battle!]
[King Wing: ...]
After the chat ended, Naoki began to ask Leon about the main business at hand.
[King Wing: Have you been to the Slumbering Weald?]
Last time, Calyrex told Leon he could go to the Slumbering Weald to find Zacian and Zamazenta, seeking their Helping Hand. Naoki wonders if Leon has found them yet.
[Leon: I've been there. I successfully met Zacian and Zamazenta, and told them what Calyrex had shared with me. But those two Pokemon told me it's not the time yet and asked me to come back later.]
Hmm? Not the time yet?
Looking at the reply above, Naoki was slightly stunned.
He immediately turned and told Calyrex about this.
After a brief contemplation, Calyrex explained:
"Perhaps it's because the person destined to restore the glory of the corroded Sword and Shield hasn't emerged yet."
"With just the current power of Zacian and Zamazenta, they cannot defeat the Darkest Day."
Naoki instantly understood; isn't that about the protagonist of Sword and Shield and her rival?
That would be Gloria and Leon's younger brother, Hop.
However, Hop is just five or six years old now, still a little brat...
Zacian and Zamazenta's weapons had been corroded by time; it takes their courage and faith to restore their glory.
What surprised Naoki was, did Leon truly not possess the power to reinvigorate the corroded Sword and Shield?
Or is such an opportunity exclusive to the protagonist?
Just as Naoki was feeling surprised, Leon initiated a video call.
Naoki pressed the button to accept.
The next second, Leon's sunny, handsome face popped up on the screen.
After a brief greeting, Leon began discussing another matter.
"By the way, when I was in the Slumbering Weald last time, Zacian and Zamazenta specifically asked me about Calyrex's current whereabouts and situation."
"Hmm?" Naoki was somewhat surprised, "And then?"
Leon scratched his head, "I told them the location of your ranch and showed them a photo Calyrex posted online."
The photo showed Calyrex sitting elegantly in a garden enjoying afternoon tea.
"After that, Zacian and Zamazenta seemed relieved, and after expressing their thanks, they disappeared into the depths of the Slumbering Weald," Leon said.
Naoki nodded, "They might just be worried about Calyrex! After all, Calyrex wasn't in a great situation before. Now that they see Calyrex has recovered, Zacian and Zamazenta can rest easy."
"Indeed!" Leon also felt deeply moved.
Later, he specifically went to the Crown Tundra, and in Freezington Village, he investigated the legends of Calyrex, fully understanding Calyrex's plight back then.
If it wasn't for Naoki, this great King Pokemon might still be wandering alone across the vast tundra.
And the deeds it accomplished might have been buried beneath the tundra forever, never to be known.
The Galar Royal Family would continue to proclaim their stolen achievements across the Galar Region.
At this moment, a knock sounded behind Leon.
Naoki suddenly realized that Leon was seemingly backstage at some conference.
Upon hearing the sound, Leon smiled broadly and then bid farewell to Naoki:
"Enough said, I'm going to battle a Pokemon challenger now. Let's chat again when there's time!"
Naoki responded with a good-bye.
After the call ended, Naoki shared the remaining Leaf Cake with the other Grass Type Pokemon in the ranch.
Furthermore, he asked Eevee to bring some to the Arboliva on the World Tree.
Although the Leaf Cake wouldn't make Arboliva as strong as Gogoat, it would certainly bring them a decent boost.
Naoki turned back to his room to cook.
Meanwhile, Farfetch'd stared determinately at the fractured wooden dummy that Gogoat had smashed with the Grass Sacred Sword.
Moments later, the fire of determination reignited within its heart.
*
"What? You plan to continue eating the Berry Platter to comprehend powerful Moves?"
In the kitchen, while cooking, Naoki sensed Farfetch'd's intention and showed a surprised look.
"Quack!" Farfetch'd nodded its head.
Seeing its demeanor, Naoki immediately understood.
Farfetch'd had just witnessed the powerful sword technique displayed by Gogoat and wanted it for itself!
"Alright then!" Naoki agreed readily, since Farfetch'd no longer worries about forgetting Moves.
After countless bouts of forgetting and relearning, the method of using those Moves has long been deeply etched into its heart.
Even if the brain forgets, the body remembers the actions, quickly allowing it to comprehend them once more.
With that in mind, Naoki promptly prepared five Berry Platters for Farfetch'd to try its luck with five consecutive draws.
He also prepared Pokemon digestive pills to help Farfetch'd digest all the food it consumed.