Pokémon: Master System.

"Landing, Warrior Eagle!"

After much deliberation, Hao Saihong decided to have the Warrior Eagle land, because aerial combat would be certain death, but landing would offer a slim chance of survival.

After all, he has four or five Pokémon with near-Elite Four level strength. If he desperately tries to delay two Pokémon, he still has a slight chance of escaping.

However, what he didn't know was that Xia Yu also had a champion-level Iron Warrior.

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Hao Saihong landed quickly with three of his men, followed closely by Xia Yu, with Zhao Ruohan and Xie Tianming bringing up the rear.

Xie Tianming stared at Xia Yu, who was wreaking havoc, and was momentarily dazed. He vaguely remembered that a few months ago, his Infernape was fighting Xia Yu's Charizard to a standstill, but this time when they met again, he felt that Charizard's growth rate far exceeded that of his Infernape.

This is the foundation of a powerful family. Even though he has devoted all his energy, resources, and money to raising this Flame Monkey, he still can't compare to Xia Yu.

However, he quickly came to terms with it. After spending the past two weeks together, he realized that Xia Yu's spending on training Charizard could only be described as "extravagant".

He eats the best fire-type energy cubes, uses top-brand equipment for flight training, and even his snacks are the best honey and Moo Moo milk. What can he compare to Xia Yu?

"Be careful, everyone," Xia Yu said before landing with the Charizard and Aerodactyl.

As soon as he landed, Xia Yu immediately took out Gallade's Pokémon and released Sceptile, Nombat, and Absolut!

As soon as Attendant enters the scene, its Psychic ability activates, immediately creating a Psychic Terrain beneath its feet, which amplifies Gallade's power.

The Lizard King stared coldly at Hao Saihong and his companions, ready to attack at any moment.

The buzzing bats also flapped their wings and flew in the air, playing a supporting role for the older brothers.

Meanwhile, Hao Saihong, sitting opposite Xia Yu, frowned deeply as he looked at Xia Yu's five Pokémon, his expression becoming even more unpleasant.

Is there really a glimmer of hope?

"Xia Yu!" Hao Saihong shouted. He didn't want to fight Xia Yu to the death because he knew that even if he did, he would only have a slim chance of survival: "Let me go, and I will reward you handsomely."

Xia Yu couldn't help but smile. What kind of nonsense was this? As long as he released Hao Saihong, he was sure Hao Saihong would completely ignore Xia Yu and might even call him a complete idiot.

"You know me?" Xia Yu asked. At that moment, Xie Tianming and Zhao Ruohan landed one after the other, standing behind Xia Yu: "You're their leader, what's your name?"

"My name is Hao Saihong, the leader of the Mike Group." The two sides remained in a standoff, and Hao Saihong introduced himself, saying, "Of course I know you. Ever since you captured Wang Ruilong and his gang, who doesn't know your great name, Xia Yu, if they dare to poach in the Tiandu Plateau wilderness area?"

Perhaps in order to survive, Hao Saihong acted quite humbly, praising Xia Yu.

"Really? I didn't expect to be so famous?" Xia Yu said with a smile, then suddenly his smile vanished, and he changed his expression like a Sichuan opera performer: "Since you know my name, you still dare to poach here?"

Hearing Xia Yu's arrogant tone, Hao Saihong's face turned red, but he had no choice but to bow his head when he was under someone else's roof. Xia Yu had two Elite Four level Pokémon, and he was no match for him.

"There's nothing we can do. We're just trying to make a living, and we're all miserable people." Hao Saihong said helplessly, playing the victim while handing over all his spoils: "Give me a way out. This is all I have to offer. I don't want a single penny."

“These things are still mine even if I kill you. You’re using my things to buy your own life, isn’t your life too cheap?” Xia Yu pressed on relentlessly. He couldn’t afford to be soft-hearted when dealing with greedy and cunning poachers.

"What do you want?" Hao Saihong carefully observed Xia Yu. Although Xia Yu's words were sharp, he had not made a move, which proved that he still had a chance: "As long as I have it, I will give it all to you."

Xia Yu stood still, looked at Hao Saihong, and said, "You said you're from the Mike Group, right?"

"Yes."

"I remember your boss's name is Tao Yong'an, right? A Champion-level trainer." Xia Yu had heard of the Mike Group, a well-known poaching gang from abroad. Although its strength was not as great as the Dawn Society, it was still quite famous.

When Hao Saihong saw Xia Yu steer the conversation toward Tao Yong'an, he frowned and became extremely wary: "Yes."

"Perfect timing, I need to speak with your boss."

Xia Yu said with a smile. He wanted to use this opportunity to make contact with the poacher gang, and also to prepare for the future.

Over the past two weeks, Xia Yu has thought a lot and felt that establishing an organization was imperative. First and foremost, it was for survival, because he had too many enemies. Among the known enemies were the Dawn Society and that priest-12, not to mention the enemies lurking in the shadows.

Secondly, Xia Yu genuinely wanted to change the current state of the Pokémon Association and eradicate its deep-seated problems. As his strength grew, his mind became more active.

"When poor, one should cultivate one's own virtue; when successful, one should benefit all under heaven." This is the lofty ideal of every ambitious person with ideals and aspirations.

If Xia Yu hadn't been able to change the Pokémon Association, he would definitely have "taken care of himself," disregarding others and only seeking to live a carefree life as an ordinary person, enjoying the happiness of being able to live a simple life when poor and having many wives and concubines when rich.

However, if he really had the opportunity and the ability, Xia Yu still wanted to "benefit all under heaven," at least to eliminate the Dawn Society and sweep away the Pokémon Association's deep-seated problems. But to realize his great ideal, it would be difficult for him to do it alone; he couldn't do it all by himself.

That's why Xia Yu wanted to establish an organization, find like-minded people, and start by integrating the Pokémon poaching industry chain, taking it one step at a time and building it up slowly.

This is a perfect opportunity. Xie Tianming, who comes from a humble background, and Zhao Ruohan, who trusts him completely, are both not particularly attached to the Pokémon Association. This is a chance to test them. It's also an opportunity to make contact with the poaching gang.

"Lead the way, take me to see your boss."

Xie Tianming, standing beside Xia Yu, looked surprised as he listened to her words, but remained silent.

As for Zhao Ruohan, she frowned, wanting to persuade Xia Yu, but swallowed her words.

Chapter 214 Powerful Treasures

Xia Yu wants to see Tao Yong'an?

Hao Saihong frowned, his gaze fixed on Xia Yu, his heart filled with doubt and suspicion. Why did Xia Yu want to see Tao Yong'an? Wasn't he a member of the patrol team? Why would he want to deal with Tao Yong'an?

Although he had many questions in his mind, Hao Saihong did not dare to ask them. At this moment, in order to survive, he could only agree to whatever Xia Yu asked him to do.

However, Tao Yong'an is not in China at all. As the head of the Mike Group, Tao Yong'an has long been wanted by the Pokémon Association with a high bounty on his head. He has also long since fled China and settled abroad.

Hao Saihong had no choice but to bite the bullet and say, "Boss Tao is not in China. If you want to see him, you can leave with us and I can take you there."

Hearing that Tao Yong'an was not in China, Xia Yu was extremely disappointed. He had hoped to use this opportunity to connect with the Mike Group behind Hao Saihong, but it seemed that his plan was doomed to fail.

As for going abroad with Hao Saihong, he would have to be crazy to do that. There are many people abroad who want him dead. If Xia Yu dares to go abroad, he will be walking into a trap. He will be sleeping on the floor in the toilet and will not be far from death.

Even though he has a champion-level Iron Warrior, there are champion-level trainers abroad as well.

Hao Saihong is up to no good; he's trying to set a trap for me. Xia Yu's eyes turned cold as he looked at Hao Saihong. Even at this point, he's still playing mind games: "Since that's the case, then I can only apologize. Gallade, Aerodactyl, attack..."

Seeing that Xia Yu was about to have Gallade make a move, Hao Saihong was shocked and extremely anxious. He quickly said to Xia Yu, "Wait, Xia Yu, spare my life, I can give you a lot of money."

If Xia Yu were to capture him alive, given his position within the Mike Group and the crimes he had committed over the years, he would undoubtedly face certain death. Therefore, he had no choice but to beg for mercy.

Despite Hao Saihong's pleas for mercy, Xia Yu did not let Gallade and Aerodactyl stop.

The fossil pterosaur flapped its wings, its body bursting with dazzling light, and immediately activated its skill, Divine Bird Strike.

Gallade also used Instant Transmission and Psychic Blade.

Two Pokémon simultaneously attacked Hao Saihong's Jolteon.

"Hold on!" Hao Saihong immediately commanded Reibou to activate the Hold skill.

Rayquaza raised a shield of light in front of him to protect himself.

"boom!"

With a loud bang, the combined attack of the two Elite Four level Pokémon shattered Jolteon's shield.

Rayquaza was sent flying. Hao Saihong's face darkened at the sight.

"Stop." Only then did Xia Yu leisurely tell the two Pokémon to stop. This weakened Hao Saihong's fighting power, cut off his thoughts of escape, and also gave him a warning.

Xia Yu's lips curled up: "Money is good, but enough is enough. Let's get started, Gallade, Aerodactyl!"

"I have treasure! I have treasure!" In desperation, Hao Saihong shouted, "Stop!"

"Wait a minute..." Xia Yu gestured for Gallade to stop, wanting to see what treasure Hao Saihong had: "Tell me, what treasure do you have?"

"You have to promise me that if I hand over the treasure, you must release me." Hao Saihong was also a seasoned veteran, and he was not in a hurry to hand over the treasure. Instead, he started to negotiate with Xia Yu.

"You think you're qualified to negotiate with me?" Xia Yu asked with a smile. "Tell me, what treasure is it?"

"No." Hao Saihong knew that this treasure was absolutely crucial to his survival and his last trump card, so he refused to budge and said to Xia Yu, "You must promise that you will let me go as long as I hand over the treasure, otherwise I will not give it to you."

Xia Yu's lips curled up slightly as he looked at Hao Saihong: "I've realized you haven't grasped the situation. Do you really think you're qualified to negotiate with me?"

"So what do you want? I'll give you everything I have, just hoping you'll let me go," Hao Saihong said, his eyes resolute. "If you don't agree, then just take me away. I'll hand this treasure over to the association, and maybe they'll give me a way out."

Seeing Hao Saihong's resolute expression, Xia Yu's lips curled up: "We're all smart people. Do you think a simple oath is enough? Even if I promise you, can you trust me?"

"I can trust you." Hao Saihong looked directly at Xia Yu and said decisively, "You are, after all, a well-known scientific genius in the entire country of China. You should still have some self-respect."

Hearing Hao Saihong's flattering words, Xia Yu smiled and said, "Alright. I promise you, I'll hand over the treasure you mentioned."

Hao Saihong gritted his teeth, a pained expression on his face, and then said to Gengar beside the god, "Come out, Gengar, take out that treasure."

Gengar is one of Hao Saihong's ace Pokémon, with near-Elite Four level strength. From the moment it appeared, its gaze had been fixed on Gallade and Aerodactyl. Upon hearing Hao Saihong's command, Gengar opened its mouth and took out a small box.

"Gallade, bring this to me." Xia Yu was unusually cautious, not giving Hao Saihong any chance to sneak up. He directly had Gallade walk to Hao Saihong's side, take the box, and then instantly teleport back to Xia Yu's side.

"Hey, stay away from me, Gallade. This thing is so dangerous, go open the box over there first, be careful." Xia Yu took two steps back and said to Gallade.

Even though Gallade had already accepted Xia Yu in its heart, its eyebrows twitched after hearing Xia Yu's words. It really wanted to stab Xia Yu. Some people look like humans, but they are dogs.

Gallade carefully opened the box, and seeing no movement, Xia Yu, after confirming it was safe, also turned his gaze to the box.

"【Life Orb】, S-rank item. Although stamina will decrease slightly each time an attack is used after equipping it, the power of the attack will be increased by 52%."

Life Orb is a popular item in battles. It can increase the damage of moves and is the most violent and direct damage-boosting item. Any damage dealer can carry it.

In this world, the Life Orb is an extremely precious item, with the lowest quality being B-grade.

A B-grade Life Orb increases the power of moves by approximately 15%.

A-grade Life Orbs increase the power of moves by approximately 30%.

An S-rank Life Orb increases the power of attacks by approximately 50%.

Xia Yu once saw a news report about an A-grade Life Orb that could increase the power of a move by 28%, and it eventually sold for eight figures at auction.