Ditto doesn't move

"Ash, you're running away, aren't you!"

"You're avoiding finding real friends and keeping all your friendships at a superficial level."

"It even gives the impression that you are disgusted by the complicated relationships and interactions between people from the bottom of your heart."

"So much so that your reason for loving Pokémon feels like you're tired of human relationships and just want to hide among the ignorant and unaware Pokémon and be a happy ostrich."

"Or perhaps your definition of friendship is different from that of ordinary people like us. For you, being a superficial friend is enough?"

"For you, Pokémon are the only true friends?"

Too sharp.

This was the first thought that came to Serena and the others after hearing Mao's words.

What follows is a complex mix of emotions, including frustration, resentment, and disappointment.

The frustration stemmed from the fact that hours of heartfelt words were less impactful than a few simple ones; the resentment arose from the fact that after traveling together for so long, the other person still didn't see things as clearly as they had; and the disappointment came from the realization that they had come to understand a certain truth.

Even if what Mao said wasn't the truth, it was very close to it.

As for the evidence, isn't it obvious?

Bound there, Ash looked as if his protective armor had been stripped away, his spikes had been pulled out, and his Cloyster had lost its shell. He was shocked, stunned, and even incredulous.

This confirms what Mao just said: the truth is often the most hurtful.

The fact that lies beneath the surface of what is almost common sense, or rather, political correctness, in the Pokémon world.

There are many people who love Pokémon to the point of dreaming about it and are eager to interact with any new or interesting Pokémon they see.

While rare, it does exist to the point where someone is so fond of Pokémon that they would risk their own life to protect them.

She loves Pokémon so much that she only wants to interact with them, to the point that she has given up most of her interactions with human society. She won't contact anyone unless they take the initiative to do so.

This is indeed abnormal.

You should at least give a reason why you like it, right?

And this is just the most insignificant of the abnormalities in Ash's body.

Mao took a deep breath, feeling a mix of relief at finally speaking out about something only she was aware of, helplessness at her friend's strange behavior, and a sense of releasing her emotions.

really.

Compared to Xiao Zhi, whose past is shrouded in mystery, I'd rather believe in Mr. Xia Ming, who was willing to help me and share his sad past with me.

Who exactly injured Mr. Xia Ming, who went to fight with blood still on his face the next night?

As they say, even young girls can have anger.

"Xiao Zhi, I think you're still lacking a lot."

That's all I have to say.

The young cook called out to Tian Wuni to put away the rattan whip, then turned and left the basement.

The other girls looked at each other.

Because I heard something I had never thought of before, my mind and thoughts were in complete disarray.

Finally, they greeted Xiaozhi one by one and then left the basement.

They need to think about this carefully.

Volume Two: The Grand Alliance Chapter 182 The Adults' Schemes

"This is the code we agreed upon, Mr. Xia Ming, you have a Ditto."

"Also, your favorite food is barbecue, Riolu hates going to Pokémon beauty salons, and when you're not playing games, you like to chat with netizens."

Inside the friendly shop, sitting at a small table where he wouldn't be disturbed by passersby, Xia Ming snapped out of his morning phone conversation and turned to look at Professor Oak sitting opposite him:

"Well then, before I answer your question, please allow me to ask you one first."

"Professor, besides focusing on your research on Pokémon, do you have any insights into ancient civilizations?"

As a member of the Supreme League, Professor Oak, who already knew the other party's true identity, took a sip of his coffee and, after a moment's thought, replied:

"The current Elf League still has many shortcomings compared to the ancient civilization of the past."

"That's exactly the question I wanted to ask..."

"Have you ever kept track of how many ancient kingdoms and civilizations you've actually discovered that have been destroyed?"

The leading expert in Pokémon research was taken aback at the time.

This question seems really difficult to answer.

If Xia Ming had to give an answer, his answer would be that on average, each new theatrical film or each new legendary Pokémon corresponds to the legend of an ancient kingdom and civilization.

Conservative estimates suggest that the number is no less than several dozen.

Upon realizing this as well, Professor Oak's expression became somewhat subtle.

"That's weird, isn't it?"

The popular, genius game producer smiled slightly:

"This is yet another point hidden beneath the surface of daily life, overlooked by everyone, but someone like you, the founder of the Pokémon League, should understand..."

"The primary significance of history is to warn future generations what happened, what should be done, and what will come at a terrible price."

"So, what is it that lies hidden beneath the truth of the destruction of so many kingdoms and civilizations?"

That's how adults talk; seemingly ordinary conversations about history always make people unconsciously think about the other meaning hidden beneath the words.

Having witnessed that battle firsthand, Professor Oak now finds himself pondering this question.

—Was the question asked from the perspective of a Pokémon, or from the perspective of a human?

"The destruction of ancient civilizations was mostly due to human greed and the endless pursuit of Pokémon, which is something we have always tried to avoid."

It was unclear whether Professor Oak was speaking as a member of the Supreme League or as a Pokémon Professor; his answer was very standard and formulaic.

But this only elicited a sneer from the emperor, devoid of any real laughter:

"Okay, okay, no need to be so formal."

"I'm not here to question the relationship between Pokémon and humans. Although the League is indeed bloated and sluggish, the things it does are much more reliable than anything I know about other Pokémon."

Lie.

Professor Oak wiped his sweat, a thought even resurfacing in his mind that he had once shared with Cynthia… “Don’t leave such a serious and important matter entirely to me to decide!!!”

Although the old guys in the Supreme Alliance are probably watching this through their devices, and the other side should be aware of this as well.

Xia Ming, the Martial God, felt a surge of joy.

You must be sweating buckets, Professor Oak.

I haven't even mentioned the things that will make you sweat even more, like the Dragon Clan and the Togepi Kingdom.

The idea that the author of this article is based on bloodline theory is nothing new.

Damn it, I can't believe feudal kingdoms and noble families still exist in modern society. When I first heard about this, I almost thought it was a joke.

Modernization has brought loneliness.

"What I mean is, is there a possibility?"

Taking advantage of Professor Oak's confused state before he could continue, Xia Ming, the Martial God, went straight to the point:

"The destruction of ancient kingdoms may not have been due to internal struggles alone, but also to external factors?"

Professor Oak, thinking the other party had given him a way out, felt a sense of relief.

"Indeed, the existence of Ultra Holes and the power of Legendary Pokémon are things we cannot ignore."

Hooked.

"So what I want to ask is, the League should have a lot of information and methods to make trainers stronger, so why don't you release them?"

"Has the league's current strength reached such a point that trainers' futures are destined to be endlessly wasted, ending up below the ranks of champions and Elite Four members?"

The bone conduction communicator hidden in his hair immediately picked up laughter from the Supreme League council members, so much so that Professor Oak instantly realized he had fallen into a verbal trap they had prepared.

The elderly PhD immediately chuckled and replied.

"As I just said, most ancient civilizations were destroyed by their greedy pursuit of Pokémon."

“I have a child I admire very much. He once taught me that there are many important things about Pokémon that are worth exploring, besides battles.”

Xia Ming, the Martial God, clapped his hands:

"well said."

"Is this why you ignore legendary Pokémon and then rely on random trainers to spawn and solve problems when something happens?"

Moreover, the wild trainers that spawn are usually the same person.

This conversation can't continue!

Professor Oak, who was suffering in silence, suddenly felt an urge to flip the table.

Although he is a pioneer in the scientific community, Yukinari Oki is also a trainer who has reached the pinnacle of trainer status and won the title of champion.

Why can't this young man be like the others, passionately come up and fight me, and then we can forget our past grievances?

I even brought my Kangaskhan!

However, one shouldn't hit a smiling face; some things really can't be solved by fighting alone.

Professor Oak, as if being interrogated, stammered for a long time but still couldn't come up with a coherent answer.

Fortunately, someone came to his rescue.

As Mao pushed open the shop door with light steps, she saw the two people sitting there at the same time and in the same place.

This time, however, it wasn't a broken promise.

Xia Ming, the martial god, stood up from his chair and chuckled as he looked at Professor Oak, whose expression showed surprise.

"This is not torture, but a well-intentioned reminder, Doctor."

"That child over there once asked me a very important question." (Seven) Art

She said, "Why have major events been happening one after another since recently, catching people off guard and even making them feel like they can't catch their breath?"

My answer is that there is an idiom that describes something as "cooking oil over a raging fire and adorning flowers with brocade."

"The problem has always existed, but it has finally reached a point where even ordinary life cannot cover it up."

"Like I said before, this is not torture, Doctor."

"But the current alliance and you, as an important decision-maker, are both lacking something."

Volume Two: The Grand Alliance Chapter 183: Meteor Shower in the Extreme Sky

Looking up at Xia Ming, the Pokémon Professor, who was greeting the little chef Mao, he took a deep breath to calm his agitated emotions.

Then, after smoothing his hair and temporarily turning off the communicator, he proactively said:

"Okay, let's put all the complicated stuff aside."

"I only have one question: Have you considered that... choosing to move forward also means causing harm to others?"

“You should know more about the Pokémon Farm incident than I do. We all know that the Poké Ball restriction law is correct and meaningful, but it does cause irreversible harm to people.”

"What you are doing now could have far more terrible consequences than we imagine, if it causes harm."

Xia Ming, the Martial God, glanced at him in surprise, then revealed an expression that showed he was starting to find it interesting, and gave his answer:

"There are many ways to move forward, Doctor."

"Having no sword in hand, having a sword in hand, and having a sword but not using it are different concepts. It's like you already know that the Ultimate Hole connects to countless vast worlds, but you've been burying your heads in the sand like ostriches and pretending not to see it."

"Or rather, we can only secretly support the Aether Foundation in its research, and we can't even fully manage it."

What's the point of such self-deception?

Professor Oak paused for a moment, then defended himself:

"That's just a possibility; we should approach the unknown with awe..."