He knows Pokémon better than me.

After spending another night in Spiketown, Ash decided to leave.

The main problem is that Spiketown only has one street. With Mary's guidance, we basically experienced all the town's attractions in one day, which were mostly street hip-hop elements, such as spraying graffiti paint on walls.

Or it could be related to Dark-type Pokémon.

In short, it is completely different from other towns in the Galar region.

During this time, Ash also went to the Pokémon Center and had Magearna fire two shots at Nie Zi.

The latter is now able to get out of bed and move around normally.

Seeing that Xiao Zhi was about to leave, and that Mary looked hesitant, Nie Zi understood. So he patted his sister's shoulder and encouraged her with a smile:
"Marie, go wherever you want~ Your brother's body can still keep going~!"

His sister, who usually had a cold expression towards everyone, had been smiling more often these past few days.

It's clear that the boy is very popular with his younger sister.

Nie Zi didn't intend to keep Marie confined to Spiketown, as the latter's Pokémon battle talent was higher than his.

What Mary needs to do now is to improve herself as much as possible and achieve outstanding results at the Galar League Conference.

Instead of staying in Spiketown and worrying about the gym's mundane issues.

"Don't worry, I'm fine now!"

Nie Zi's face was pale, but she still smiled and spoke.

Although the body was exhausted and fell ill after being stimulated by Galarian Moltres's "Rage," it still helped a lot in releasing stress.

The anxiety and pressure that had been building up in my heart suddenly felt like it all went away.

It doesn't seem like a bad thing after all?
After all, mollusks feed on "anger and anxiety" rather than the vital energy of humans.

Strictly speaking, shouldn't it be considered a beneficial bird?

"I see."

Seeing this, Mary finally nodded solemnly.

Originally, considering Nie Zi's health, she wanted to stay in Spiketown until the challenge at the Punch Arena, so she could help out if any trainers came to challenge the dojo.

The Galar League has very strict requirements for gym assessments.

It's already an exception that Spiketown can't host Dynamax battles; if they were to refuse gym challenges as well, it would most likely be banned altogether.

After all, there are still quite a few places where Dynamax battles are possible.

For example, in the northernmost part of the Galar region, there is the city of Palace Gate, which has the largest arena, similar to the headquarters of the Galar League.

The Pokémon League tournaments, including the final stages of the Pokémon World Championships, are held here.
However, the Palace Arena does not have an actual "master" or a badge.

It has been suggested that a new gym leader be elected here and the place be turned into a formal gym.

or.
The southern part of the Galar region, the hometown of Champion Dante, Hualang Town.

Although it's just a remote town, it has a Dynamax environment, so a new gym could be set up in Rang Town.

In contrast, Spiketown is in a very awkward situation.

"Don't worry, my current body is fine for Pokémon battles, and besides, I have the cheerleaders helping me out~"

Nie Zi smiled. Without engaging in Dynamax battles, even ordinary battles would significantly reduce the mental strain.

After all, when your Pokémon become like a small mountain in battle, a trainer's blood pressure is bound to skyrocket.

"That's right, Miss Mary, please feel free to go!"

"We'll protect Spiketown and Brother Nie Zi!!" "Go on your honeymoon with Brother Xiao Zhi without worry!!"

Behind them, the cheering team laughed and jeered.

They plan to stay in Spiketown for the rest of the time and then come out in full force to cheer on Mary when she challenges the Punch Arena and during the final League Tournament.

Of course, the last member of the shouting team who mentioned "honeymoon" was immediately beaten up by the crowd around him.

Although quite a few people have started shipping couples, it's mostly just a thought.
You can't just say it directly!
"Well then, I'll leave it to you all."

Mary bowed deeply to express her gratitude.

Although these people acted recklessly, they were always trying to protect themselves and their brother.

This was the first time Mary had ever smiled at the cheering team, which made the cheering team members pause in surprise and stand there stunned.

What a nice view!

Then, the shouting team started arguing noisily:
"As expected!! Miss Mary belongs to our cheering squad!!"

"That's right, no outsiders are allowed to interfere!!"

"Only our cheering squad can protect the smile of Goddess Mary!!"

The CP fans have temporarily become casual fans again, and their gazes towards Xiao Zhi have once again revealed a strong hostility.

Mary's smile faded, and her brows furrowed.

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Xiao Zhi, who had already packed his luggage, scratched his head, looking on with a puzzled but impressive expression.

These past few days, the people in the town's cheering squad have been quite friendly to him; they even greet him when they pass by.

Why does it seem like you've suddenly become so malicious again?

"Let's hurry up and leave, and ignore these people."

Mary sighed helplessly, grabbed Ash's arm, and headed towards the western exit of the town.

She had already packed her bags and was ready to set off with Xiaozhi.

Since the plan is to undergo rigorous training before challenging the Fist of Fury Arena, the Isle of Armor in the wilderness is naturally an excellent place for training.

Not to mention, the Isle of Armor is itself a "wilderness area," with vast open spaces and various Pokémon dens.

"This is my first time going too, I'm really looking forward to it!"

Mary smiled slightly. The Isle of Armor was adjacent to Spiketown, and she had only heard about it online, but had never actually been there.

However, the Galarian Moltres is inhabited there, as is the dojo of the previous Galarian Champion, Mash. It must be very interesting!
"Yeah, I should have gone to Armor Island a long time ago."

Beside him, Ash nodded in agreement.

I did visit the Isle of Armor when I was fighting Mewtwo, but I only stayed there briefly and my knowledge of the Isle of Armor was basically zero.

Before long, the two returned to the cliffside coast they had visited before, with an endless sea in front of them.

boom!boom!
They then released their flying partners, Corviknight and Vulture.

Ash was still holding Corviknight's talon ankle with one hand, being carried into the sky.

Marie carefully climbed onto the back of Vulpix, and after adjusting her position, Vulpix slowly took off. The two bird Pokémon flew one after the other towards the eastern part of the sea, towards a place shrouded in a thin mist.

Less than ten minutes later, through the fog, the outline of a solitary island could already be seen in the distance! (End of Chapter)