Pokémon: Master System.

This man is none other than Som, the champion of the southern region of Siam.

As for the last unassuming middle-aged man, he was Jiang Yu's second uncle, Jiang Chengen. He slowly spoke up to excuse Jiang Yu, saying, "He told me that a distinguished guest was attending the banquet today, and he went to pick up the guest, so he was a few minutes late. Brother Xie, Brother Som, I'd like to offer you a toast to apologize on Jiang Yu's behalf."

"Cheng'en, you're too kind."

“We’re all brothers, why are you saying these things?”

It's clear that the three families have a good relationship, or rather, thanks to Jiang Chengen's careful management, the Paradise Group has a very good relationship with the Xie family and Som.

To maintain this relationship, Paradise Group has the hard power of champion-level trainer Jiang Yu, and in terms of soft power, it provides whatever the two families want, including money and women, so the relationship is naturally stable.

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Listening to the three talking and seeing his second uncle raise his glass, Jiang Yu's eyes flickered, and he slowly said, "Second Uncle, we'll talk about drinking later. Let me introduce everyone first."

Hearing Jiang Yu's words, the three of them turned their gazes to Xia Yu, who was standing to the side.

Jiang Yu first turned to Xia Yu and said, "Boss, let me introduce you. This is my second uncle, Jiang Chengen... This is Som, the champion of the southern region of Siam... This is Xie Shuen, the head of the Xie family."

After introducing the three, Jiang Yu said to them, "This is the new boss of our Paradise Group..."

At this point, Jiang Yu paused slightly, turned to look at Xia Yu, and his meaning was self-evident: he was asking Xia Yu's opinion on whether he could reveal his name.

Xia Yu nodded. Since he had already decided to meet the three of them, he had no intention of hiding his identity.

With Xia Yu's permission, Jiang Yu continued, "This is our new boss, Sakaki."

Upon hearing Jiang Yu's words, the three men reacted with varying expressions, their eyes sharp as they stared intently at Xia Yu, who was wearing a mask.

Xia Yu then removed his mask, revealing "Sakaki's" true face.

Seeing the face that looked exactly like the one on the wanted poster, the three of them were shocked.

In the past six months, Giovanni's name has become known to everyone.

They had also heard that Jiang Yu and Shui Yutu had collaborated with Sakaki some time ago because of the Red Crown Feather, but they didn't expect that Jiang Yu would now directly agree to give the Paradise Group to Sakaki.

The person who came here is not kind!

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"Let me introduce myself." Xia Yu sat on the soft chair, his hands resting on the back, his legs crossed, and looked coldly at the three people in front of him. His voice was indifferent: "I am Sakaki, the leader of Team Rocket. I have invited you three here today for three main matters."

"First, I want to inform everyone that starting today, Paradise Group will be merged into Team Rocket, and from now on it will be my private property."

"Secondly, it's to let everyone get acquainted with the area, pay respects to the powerful figures, and know who's behind the Paradise Group in the future."

"Third, all previous profit distributions are void, and we will renegotiate them today."

Upon hearing Sakaki's words, Xie Shuen and Som had only one impression of him: arrogant. But he certainly had the ability and the right to be arrogant.

If they had the same strength as Giovanni, they would be even more arrogant than him.

Especially in a small country like Siam, apart from the strongest champions, no one can do anything to Sakaki. And even if they do, they might not be able to stop him.

"After I finish speaking, who agrees? Who disagrees?"

Meeting Xia Yu's gaze, Xie Shuen and Som looked embarrassed. Even though they were both champion-level trainers, they dared not utter a single word of dissent.

Some time ago, a champion-level trainer from Siam named Pachat was invited by the Qi family to participate in the operation to eliminate Giovanni, but he never returned.

Seeing Xie Shuen and Som's timid and submissive appearance, Jiang Yu's gaze flashed over Xia Yu, and he couldn't help but feel a desire for power rising in his heart. He couldn't wait to go to the Northwest Region to find his own permanent Gigantamax Pokémon.

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Chapter 555 The Champion of Som

Xia Yu discovered that his mindset seemed to have changed after leaving the Dragon Spiral Tower.

Especially after he caught three powerful Pokémon—Shiny Gyarados, Dragonair, and Zekrom—and his strength broke through to the near-Master level, he also obtained top-tier items like Zekrom's Outrage and Golden Crown.

His sudden surge in strength made him quite arrogant.

He used to be timid and he secretly developed his physical attributes.

Now he is arrogant and domineering, and he strikes with heavy blows.

"Sakaki's" gaze fell on Xie Shuen and Som, a slight smile on his face, and he slowly said, "From now on, I will take 80% of all the profits of Paradise Group, and you will each take 10%."

Xia Yu made an outrageous demand, asking for 8% of Paradise Group's profits right off the bat. Although he knew Xie Shuen and Som would never agree, this was merely a test to give him an advantage in future negotiations.

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Faced with the aggressive Sakaki, Xie Shuen and Som looked embarrassed, their chests heaving.

If it weren't for the fact that "Sakaki" was incredibly powerful, the two would have already made their move.

"Sakaki, don't you think you've gone too far?" Xie Shuen's voice rang out as he looked at Xia Yu and said in a deep voice.

Som, who was standing nearby, then spoke up, "Ichisei... that's absolutely impossible."

"You may not know that the Pokémon Association receives hundreds of reports and complaints about the Paradise Group every day. Sometimes, even the Pokémon Association in China wants to cooperate with us to destroy the Paradise Group. It's only because I stepped in to keep things quiet that things have been peaceful."

“We provided the factory buildings and the land for the industrial park that you built, and now you’re asking for 80% of the profits… That’s too much.”

Hearing what the two were saying, Xia Yu smiled.

"You need to understand one thing: the distribution of profits is based on strength. It's already very good that we can give you 10%."

"Metroidv, Darkrai!"

As Xia Yu's voice rang out, Darkrai's figure emerged from his shadow and stared at the group.

At the same time, the Metagross's enormous body also appeared inside the private room.

"what you do?!"

Seeing Xia Yu suddenly release two Pokémon, Xie Shuen and Som became extremely nervous. At the same time, they gripped their Poké Balls and released their own Pokémon.

Raichu with Champion-level strength, Nidoking with Champion-level strength.

The large private room suddenly felt crowded, filled with a tense atmosphere.

"Don't be so nervous." Xia Yu looked at the two of them and smiled.

Although Darkrai and Metagross are only at the near-champion level, weaker than Raichu and Nidoking in front of him, Xia Yu's face was still full of smiles, still looking confident of victory.

He still has Gigantamax Pokémon he hasn't used.

"I'm just reminding you. The stronger you are, the more profits you'll naturally reap." Xia Yu's face revealed a cold smile: "Of course, if you really want to fight, feel free to give it a shot."

Hearing Xia Yu's voice, Xie Shuen and Som's faces darkened. They both knew that "Goblin's" ace Pokémon was his Gigantamax Lapras.

If Super Giant Laplace were to appear, they would definitely be no match for Xia Yu.

“One percent is too little…” Som’s voice rang out, his gaze falling on Giovanni, his expression serious: “Giovanni, you are very strong, but taking eighty percent by yourself is too greedy.”

“Let’s compromise. You take 40%, and Xie Shuen and I will each take 30%,” Som’s voice rang out.

"Forty percent?" Xia Yu smiled slightly, his gaze fixed on Som and Xie Shuen: "You think... with my strength, I only deserve forty percent?"

Xia Yu slowly stood up. His tall figure and resolute face gave him a sinister air.

“I’ll propose a new plan. Starting today, Paradise Group will take over all the gray industries in the southern region of Siam. I will take 60%, of which 20% will go to Jiang Yu, and the remaining 40% will be 20% each for you. This is my final condition.”

Xia Yu's tone carried an undeniable authority. After speaking, his gaze remained fixed on Som and Xie Shuen: "You can refuse, but in that case, I will have to find someone else to cooperate with. For example, Pason, the leader of the Southern Four Heavenly Kings, and discuss with him about our cooperation if he becomes the champion of the Southern region."

"Now you can think carefully: cooperate or refuse?"

Xia Yu's surge in strength now allows him to easily threaten champions like Som.

After all, Som only has two or three Pokémon with Champion-level strength. In terms of pure strength, as long as he doesn't have any Pokémon at the near-Master level, he is definitely no match for Xia Yu.

Faced with Xia Yu's blatant threat, Som's face darkened, and he glared at Xia Yu: "Are you threatening me?"

“No.” Xia Yu smiled. “I’m just explaining to you the consequences of going against me.”

"The choice between friend or foe is in your hands."

“You’re offering too little.” Som took a deep breath, suppressing his anger, and looked at Xia Yu seriously, bargaining, “We each want 24.5% of the shares, and you take 51%.”

Hearing Som's words, Xia Yu smiled, then shook his head. He was really short of money right now.

The money required to build Gigantamax Lapras and Gigantamax Corviknight into aerial and sea fortresses would be astronomical.

Therefore, he had to find ways to raise money, and he couldn't afford to waste a single penny.

“Champion Som, Chief Xie, I have a suggestion for you: you need to broaden your horizons.”

"The biggest benefit of working with me this time is my friendship, the friendship of the Rockets. If you encounter any difficulties, as a friend, I am very willing to lend a helping hand."

Xia Yu looked at the two men. He didn't want to push them too hard. In Siam Golden City, without the protection of these two local bigwigs, Paradise Group's business would be greatly hindered.

"Moreover, if this cooperation goes smoothly, I will definitely give priority to cooperating with you if I have new business and projects in the future."

"And I'll take 60%, of which 30% goes to Jiang Yu. You guys taking 20% ​​is already quite a lot."

"Thank you, Chieftain, and Champion of Som." Xia Yu's lips curled up slightly as he looked at the two of them. "You are all intelligent people. I have made the conditions very clear. Now it is your turn to make a decision."

"Friends...or enemies? You can give me an answer now."

Hearing Xia Yu's voice, Som and Xie Shuen exchanged a glance, both revealing a hint of apprehension in their eyes. In this situation, did they have the right to refuse?

"Okay, I promise you."

"I promise you too."