Ditto doesn't move

"That guy, the Duckbill Firebeast, still hasn't figured it out."

Facing the glaring Lady Cabbage, the Emperor let out a sneer:

"Otherwise, why would you hesitate at the very moment when you were about to push it to its limit?"

"Just like I only intended to give you a little hint."

"I've noticed that you don't seem to be very good at fighting in the wild, otherwise you wouldn't have the energy to care about others when facing me."

Following the words was the sound of the seawater, which had just been trying to fill the hole due to gravity, being torn apart again.

Like a supersonic fighter jet, it burst out of the sea, its entire body charred black, its rough skin ripped beyond recognition by the spiraling force.

The driving force of the champion's genes and the power of life rotation are what allow it to still have the strength to fight back after taking this shocking blow that has been weakened by protection!

On the contrary, the duck-billed fire beast that had unleashed that attack was thrown back and seemed to freeze, rolling several times on the beach before finally standing up again.

But it's just like using the ultimate fire-type move, "Burn Out".

At this moment, the duckbill fire beast felt as cold as a stone, unable to feel any heat.

"Have you figured it out?" The emperor slowly turned around and asked his subordinates.

After a long while, a hoarse, slow voice came from the dried-up stone statue:

"Duck (Sorry, Your Majesty, not yet)"

"Fool, why are you only giving up now? Haven't you already realized that it's the path for Bug-type Pokémon, not the path for you?"

　"And you, too, haven't grasped the essence of insect-attribute energy."

"Now, you'd better stand aside and reflect on your actions."

Garchomp has returned to Cynthia's side.

Fighting is the best way to connect with each other.

Despite saying he didn't want to understand, Garchomp had already sensed something from the attack it was unleashed in the face of death.

That move was devoid of any ambition or domineering intent.

All that remains is doubt, confusion, and bewilderment.

Like intertwined flames, entangled by a heavy web of complex thoughts.

Although I have foreseen the future, I still don't know how to take the first step.

It's not being nagging, but rather...

confused.

Perhaps even without the master's command and without the weakening protection, he wouldn't die even if he took that attack.

This was the last vestige of pride of the Duckbill Fire Beast as a powerful being.

Although they envy the long lifespan of Dragon-type Pokémon, they will not kill their owners or those who are fortunate enough to benefit from their own confusion.

You're the guy I'm impressed with!

Garchomp roars to the sky

The emperor chuckled lightly:

"Now, it's time for us to have a serious talk."

"My extraordinary wisdom has already thoroughly figured out the cause and effect."

"That old hag, Rosamune, even her way of showing concern for others is so awkward, it's so uncomfortable it makes my hair stand on end."

"Unfortunately, she didn't know one thing."

"I had foreseen that the Pokémon League would react to this, and I was already planning to see how you would react."

At this moment, alarm bells rang loudly in Cynthia's mind.

Having already suffered the consequences of excessive curiosity, she realized that this guy was about to bring up terrifying topics like discussing death again.

"Quack! I don't want to hear it, I don't want to hear it!"

"Damn it, you should handle the trouble yourself! I'm already exhausted from being a firefighter all the time!"

Wow, even the usually calm and collected Sister Cabbage was influenced by the words of the strongman and started swearing!

Unfortunately, the emperor was already about to burst out laughing!

"The league must have already discovered that fact long ago."

"The wisdom that humanity is so proud of can be acquired by Pokémon with just a little contact!"

"If Pokémon were to begin developing towards an intelligent civilization, would anyone be so terrified that it would be worse than death?"

"I've said it, so I've said it!"

"Cynthia, how are you feeling right now? How are you feeling?!"

"Waaaaah! I'll kill you!!!"

P.S.: I've been on three blind dates by the time I'm in the third year of junior high.

It seems like breaking the record is only a matter of time; the only question is how high it will go (laughs).

Volume Two: The Grand Alliance Chapter 136: The True Form Descends! Emperor - First Form

Curiosity killed the cat—that perfectly describes Sister Cabbage's current mood.

If it were just a fight, even with that level of skill, although I wasn't confident of winning, I was certain I wouldn't lose.

It's nothing more than a super attack of legendary Pokémon strength. How could Cynthia have handled so many legendary Pokémon cases herself?

However, everyone has their flaws.

Without Pokémon, even the strongest champion is just an ordinary person with no strength to fight back.

That's right.

Even if she didn't want to admit it, Cynthia, who was already familiar with the affairs of the League, was certainly aware of what the other party was implying.

Although the Poké Ball was invented, although trainers can freely battle and capture weaker Pokémon, and although humans seem to always be the superior, dominant party.

But that was just an illusion.

Leaving aside the legendary Pokémon that, when provoked, can have a huge impact on an entire region, or even the whole world…

I'll just ask some of the simplest questions:

Where does the electricity come from? It comes from Pokémon.

Where do ores and other resources that support the operation of society come from? They are mined by Pokémon.

Where do the abundant food resources come from? They come from large-scale planting using various Pokémon.

Although there is also research into technology, creating various devices and tools.

The core source of productivity, however, has always been based on Pokémon, or rather, the innate attribute energy of Pokémon.

In other words, in this world, the truly dominant force has always been the Pokémon, not the humans.

It is humans who need Pokémon, not the other way around.

When common sense about **** is pointed out, the truth hidden beneath it is revealed.

Having relinquished individual power and chosen an alliance of wisdom and civilization, how could one not arrive at this conclusion:

We need the power of Pokémon, but what if one day Pokémon no longer want to contribute their power?

Or even if someone were aware of this strong dependency beforehand, would anyone really give up readily available and convenient power and choose to painstakingly start from scratch to research technology from the very beginning, starting with boiling water?

In the era when Xicui couldn't even afford a proper meal and could only afford steamed buns, the super Xicui people could still rely on their physical strength to break into the wild and obtain the resources they wanted.

Can modern people, who are used to the conveniences of modern society, really tolerate such a fresh and simple natural life?

For example, bathing:

Without convenient showers, they climbed mountains and waded through rivers for kilometers on their own, chopping firewood bit by bit, and carrying dozens of kilograms of heavy loads back.

Then, fetching water, chopping wood, and starting a fire—by the time all these steps are completed, half the day will probably be gone.

Just to take a shower?

There are many similar examples.

Even if we consider the most extreme scenario, it would still severely damage humanity's existing technology and lives if only a portion of Pokémon were unwilling to provide power.

This is the stark reality, and this is why the league is not interested in emerging tournaments, but rather terrified of Pokémon's own league.

While this matter alone is enough to give countless experts and PhDs a lot to think about how the two sides should get along, the biggest fear is that the other side might be a conspiracy by someone with ulterior motives, like a villainous organization.

Team Plasma's slogan of liberating Pokémon is frightening enough, but if an extremely dangerous individual like Red Sun were to suddenly appear...

"If it is discovered that the other party has evil tendencies, they can be forcibly arrested when necessary."

This was the order Cynthia received before setting off.

Moreover, it was conveyed directly by Mr. Damaranchi, the chairman of the Supreme Union Council, who is known for his moderate views.

Before setting off, Cynthia had some doubts, but now she has completely figured it out.

Damn it! This firefighter job is impossible to do!

And I'm stuck in the middle, getting humiliated from both sides!

I spend hours even choosing the flavor of Feiyun ice cream, don't leave such an important thing for me to think about and handle!

Ultimately, what saved Sister Cabbage from her mental exhaustion caused by indecisiveness and curiosity was still...

"Hehe, I was just kidding."

Meloetta, the embodiment of the emperor, let out a sneer.

"Do you think I'd be interested in those effeminate, nagging political games?"

"Want to know the true goal behind the founding of the Dream Creator Team?"

"Come on, hit me. Beat me and I'll tell you."

"Miss Cynthia, you don't want to regret it later because you can't make a decision now, do you?"

Just what I wanted.

There's no problem that can't be solved in a single match; if there is, then Reimu will start with two matches.

Besides, although he didn't think the other side would be as evil as the villainous organizations he had encountered before, being startled twice for no reason, and then seeing his ace in such a miserable state...

Neither her pride as a champion nor her self-esteem as a girl would allow her to swallow this bitter pill!

Even Buddha has anger!

If you're in a bad mood, just forget about all those complicated things and have a big fuss.

"Come out, Milotic! Use Life Drop on Garchomp and Magmar, please take care of them first."

Even though all the Poké Balls that fall into the sand look the same, Cynthia can tell at a glance which Pokémon is inside each one.

Milotic, with its streamlined and captivating body, immediately took notice of the situation on the field upon its release.

Without raising any questions, he simply nodded slightly, and then water droplets, symbolizing healing power, were sprinkled on the Pokémon that had just fought.

And then...

"Come out! I've chosen you!"

A red beam of light condensed, and what appeared on the field was a familiar figure with a light blue body.

The newcomer is none other than the second strongest Pokémon in Sister Cabbage's arsenal.

Lucario!

Compared to the still immature Riolu, Lucario, which has already evolved, only has spikes on its fists and chest that symbolize the power of steel.

But his unruly demeanor and powerful gaze told them that the newcomer was already a master with iron will and steel-like strength.

And its rivals...

Emperor.

Instead of maintaining Meloetta's Mythical Pokémon form, it even voluntarily reverted to its original small, pale purple form.