Aspiring to become a Pokémon trainer

After all, standing on the other side of the screen, the girl can naturally type on the keyboard against these 'evil' forces that attempt to cleanse the world, and can regard so-called NPCs as a string of unchanging data. But being on this land herself, she has to put herself in others' shoes and assess the situation to see and think.

But now, her answer is no.

Admittedly, in his youth, Vladali, as a nobleman, voluntarily stooped down to give alms to the common people, and was thus deceived and condemned, causing him to lose hope in the world. But this was never an excuse for making arbitrary decisions and killing innocent people.

As Tianxi once said, don't let one crooked tree blind you to the whole lush forest.

Having a kind heart, dedicating oneself to society, and quietly contributing among the crowd is the norm for most people. Why are we blinded by such malice? It's because malicious words and actions are harsh and unpleasant to hear, while kind words and actions are monotonous and repetitive.

If one resolves to eliminate all living beings and preserve only what one approves of based on a few isolated criticisms, no matter how beautiful this so-called ideal may be, it is destined to be wrong and unacceptable if its practice involves disregarding life, ignoring morality, and even endangering itself.

The last point is especially important: Nan Yin will never allow herself to leave this world, or to say goodbye to those lovely children.

From her perspective, stripping away the embellishments and descriptions, Vladali was simply someone who, after suffering a setback, became despondent and immersed himself in his own world—

patient.

So the girl decided to become a butterfly and destroy this inevitable event with a storm.

The violet fluorescence emanating from the eyes is a result of the deposition of psychic power and waveguides.

“Enough, Vladali, don’t talk to the children like that.”

However, before that, Blatano grabbed the man by the collar, removed him from his seat, and gave him a solemn warning.

“I’ve said it before, even if I don’t want to believe it, when that horrific scene is presented before my eyes, nothing else matters.”

Vladali was undoubtedly a friend he had taken a liking to, a colleague involved in similar research fields, and a funder of the institute. But Nan Yin was someone he had watched grow up, from her naivety to maturity—

family.

He could naturally distinguish between what was more important and who was more trustworthy.

Vladali had a reason to deliberately approach and deceive himself, but the girl did not.

Perhaps as expected, Vladali did not resist, but instead patted his friend on the shoulder lightly.

“Brataño, I’d like to say a few more words to you. I’ve always admired you, both in the past and now.”

"In the eyes of the world, we are close friends. If one of us is labeled as evil, what kind of situation will the other face? I think you should know this better than I do."

The question is used to imply the true meaning: as grasshoppers on the same rope, no one can escape the alliance's accountability.

“This is not a warning. I just want to say that I, Vladali, have always been fighting for that beautiful ideal. You have steadfastly supported me in the past, and now I hope that you can stand on this side of the new world, on the right side.”

Chapter 88 Disaster and the Approaching Storm

“Vladali, if you have indeed been wronged and were not involved in that incident, I will personally come forward to apologize.”

Unmoved by the man's words and indifferent to his grand ambitions, Blatano spoke rather coldly.

"But before that, please remember the suspicions you may have. There are multiple records showing that the Vladari Institute has close ties with Team Flare. Advanced technology and sophisticated equipment—when a criminal organization has such a foundation, it means that it must be receiving substantial funding from others."

“In Carlos, there aren’t many private companies with that kind of strength.”

He didn't say anything more, but everyone knew that the doctor was referring to the man in front of them.

“Absurd reasoning, but since you insist on these baseless rumors, I won’t try to shake up the ingrained impressions.” With a bright laugh, Vladali easily brushed aside the arm of the man before him and stepped into the deep night.

"I hope that when we meet again, we can return to the relaxed atmosphere of our previous discussions."

It is a parting gift, and also a farewell speech.

See you later, Blatano, we'll be on the battlefield.

"..."

Even though the person before him had already departed, Bratano's gaze remained fixed on that crimson color.

He never imagined that Vladali would dare to come here under the league's surveillance, let alone that the man would still take the opportunity to visit after his explicit refusal, and even have the desire to return.

To be honest, if Nan Yin hadn't been there, he would have almost been swayed by her arguments and backed down.

Without conclusive evidence, even an alliance cannot arrest the head of a giant corporation based solely on a series of inferences.

As the figure faded from view, a slight tremor arose from afar, gradually approaching and spreading across the earth, tearing apart the soil as the figure disappeared.

Almost simultaneously, the Rotom Atlas issued an earthquake warning.

"Nanyin, Ke'erni, you two quickly go to an open space outside to take shelter!"

Though inwardly panicked, he kept it hidden. As an adult, Bratano vowed to protect these young children, the future of Carlos.

"Electroc, drain the nearby electricity. Blastoise, watch out for flammable fire sources."

Living in a low-rise building allows for quick evacuation to an open area, preventing the building from collapsing and the ground from sinking.

"It's alright, Doctor."

Although humans are destined to be insignificant in the face of the power of nature, with the companionship of Pokémon, they can find a way to survive and resist these disasters.

"Dianci."

"Ah."

Connecting minds and opening eyes in sync, the surge of the earth's veins is briefly frozen in a certain moment, where constant power and the effect of working together are manifested.

The course is divided into sections by Nanyin music, with meticulous detail, and the foundation is laid by the techniques employed by Tianxi.

The energy emanating from between their brows was enough to suspend each other's bodies, avoiding direct contact with the horizontal waves.

Even though it couldn't hold for long, fortunately the earthquake in Miare was not too strong. After only half an hour, the ground beneath our feet stopped trembling, leaving only cries of relief from the ordeal.

People embracing each other, trees broken in the middle of the road, houses leaning to the side and about to collapse—the tragic scenes caused by the disaster unfolded continuously before everyone's eyes.

However, amidst this surging crowd, a slender figure braved the lurking dangers and did her utmost to rescue people in peril.

It's Officer Jenny and Joey going against the flow.

"How is that possible? The tectonic plate movement in the Carlos region has stabilized, and an earthquake of this magnitude would never occur. The last recorded earthquake there was three thousand years ago."

His eyes were filled with astonishment; even now, Bratano still couldn't believe the tragic scene before him.

"The earthquake three thousand years ago was also not a natural event. It occurred during the reign of the King of AZ, and it happened to be during the most intense years of war. It was because of that natural disaster that the Carlos region was able to regain peace."

The waveguide's breathing indicates the imbalance and disorder of the frequency vibrations. By tracing the direction of the transverse wave, a corner in the southwest comes into view.

Stone Town, Team Flare's secret base, is also located in the Orian Forest region.

With so many coincidences intertwined, the cause of this whole affair can only be the work of that man.

Just now, Nan Yin had tried to use a sneak attack, but before her mental energy could even get close, the attackers scattered uncontrollably.

They possess equipment that hinders superpowered individuals, or they may be protected by a similar spirit.

"Nanyin, you mean, the same?"

Not being dull-witted, Blatano immediately grasped the key words and made connections.

"Yes. Natural disasters also have their own rhythm, but in this sudden earthquake, neither I nor Diancie were able to find any trace of it."

"In other words, similar to what happened a thousand years ago, this disaster was also caused by human beings. Furthermore, it was even triggered by the ultimate weapon."

The pauses and phrasing, when explained to this extent, make the situation clear to everyone.

"The ultimate weapon is not a legend, but a real thing..."

Unlike Sinnoh, which reveres epic tales, the Kalos region is primarily focused on technology, with little in-depth historical research.

Bratano had previously neither taken seriously nor believed any of the few words or phrases recorded only in the annals of historians.

But when it comes out of the girl's mouth, she can no longer ignore or deny it.

It wasn't his identity that earned him trust; he simply felt an overwhelming will just by looking into Nan Yin's violet eyes.

That was a composure and determination no less than that of the lion.

jingle--

The pleasant ringtone came at just the right time, and from the other end came a voice that sounded quite eager.

"Doctor, a magnitude 6.3 earthquake has occurred in Shixiang Town, with a focal depth of only 3,000 meters below the ground!"

"what?"

The progress of the information confirmed the previous conjecture; such a shallow depth is close to the surface, which is undoubtedly the best evidence for the cause of the earthquake.

"Dr. Blatano, look up."

A cold wind howled, smoke billowed, and the sound of the rotors whirring poured down from their foreheads. Following the girl's gaze upwards, a uniquely shaped helicopter was already hovering above them, and a figure leaped out of the cabin, landing lightly in front of the three of them.

With her dark gray braided hair, beautiful face, and shapely figure, the person who came could only be Carlos's female champion, Karuni.

"Doctor, it's been a long time since I last greeted you."

"Ms. Karuni, what are you planning to do?"

"Due to this unexpected situation, the League has issued an order to summon Gym Leaders and Trainers. I happened to be rehearsing nearby and also thought of the inconvenience you all face, Professor. If you don't mind, please give me a ride."

The sound is like a clear spring, but beneath it lies the harbinger of an impending storm.

P.S.: There will be another update later, sorry.

Chapter 89 Professor Oak and an Unexpected Encounter

"Lord Vladali, based on the location of the holographic projector and the spies we have planted in many places, the Alliance has not yet detected our movements."

Standing quietly on the high platform with his arms crossed, the red-haired man listened attentively to the reports from his subordinates and also considered the bargaining chips he currently possessed.

Even though four core members, including Pachira, were arrested, Vladali believed that with the plan nearing completion, all traces of the past were no longer important.

To transform society and change the world, there must eventually be predecessors who sacrifice their lives. Their sacrifices are worthwhile, and that is enough.

Disputes, conflicts, wars... those disasters caused by greed and selfishness should not have happened, but they have repeatedly left their mark on the annals of history because of human ignorance.

We take kindness for granted and demand more without question. Three thousand years ago, disasters were caused by human nature, and three thousand years later, people are still immersed in them.

In the past, his ancestors used the ultimate weapon to end wars, sacrificing a few lives to save the majority. In the future, he too will use this deadly flower to create a perfect world.

He got up and walked to the windowsill. Through the one-way glass, he quietly observed the flow of people and the noisy street scene in Shixiang Town, and heard the loud noises of the vendors and the subtle frictions.

Without uttering a comment, Vladali simply stroked the closed outer shell of the ultimate weapon, a slight coolness rising from his fingertips. He relaxed his brow and let his thoughts wander to the future.

Since the inherent flaws of human nature cannot be changed, then we should press the switch ourselves to cleanse the world of impurities and restore a clear and pure environment.

Its steps faltered, and it turned to look behind it, with a constant neighing in its ears, suddenly stirring up a storm.

"The Cocoon of Destruction..."

The burly man called out the name in a deep voice. He shifted his gaze to the bird hanging high above, seeing its eyes sharp and its face filled with anger, yet it was unable to move because of the iron chain passing through its humerus, allowing the energy to be absorbed.

"There's no need for such resentment. As the one who controls death, it's only right that you annihilate those humans who disrupt the laws of nature, isn't it?"

That day in the Forest of Orianth, he saw two legends transformed into a living tree and a cocoon, as well as Xernias and Yveltal, who were recorded in his family's ancient books.

Taking advantage of their slumber, they secretly captured them and moved away. This was a foolproof plan, but the champion from Kanto interfered and injured several people. Fortunately, the newly awakened birds did not distinguish between friend and foe and severely injured the former first.

Although it was eventually awakened by the spirit deer and escaped with its life, it was directly exposed to the wind of decay. Even with complete healing, the loss of vitality could not be made up for.

“Since we share the same ideals, we should be on the same side, on the right side. Why not be my ally, Yveltal?”

He bowed deeply, offering a sincere invitation, but what Vladali received in return was an enraged flap of its wings and a sharp gaze.

"howl!"

With tremendous force tearing the iron chains, pulling the pillar base, the bells rang, and blood flowed out like a stream from the holes between the wings.

Life and death are natural laws, unchangeable by humans, and beyond their control.

Thick black fog spread outwards, encroaching on the world. Even inanimate objects like metal and bricks lost their color and turned gray and stiff.

Unfortunately, it could not penetrate the several iron walls in front of it to unleash the wrath of the gods upon the masses.

"So, your answer is no? Well then, Kutherlosch, the rest is up to you."

Unsurprisingly, to be honest, rather than having a mindless elf with pure power, Fladali would prefer to have a like-minded close friend.

While the members of Team Flare obeyed him, they were mostly guided by his own ideals and subservient to his personal charisma. They were followers, but not friends with whom one could confide one's life story or sit shoulder to shoulder.

It's a real shame that Bratano no longer trusts him and sees him as a sinner who has harmed innocent people.

As he flipped through the roster compiled by his subordinates, he thought to himself that he hadn't given himself away elsewhere, so how could his tracks have been so keenly detected?