Elf: Re-employment of retired champion of Padiya

Chapter 786 Before I even saw Wu Si, Wu Song showed up first.
Whether Jumu truly met the mysterious and unpredictable Wusi from his memories remains a question mark for Luo Mu to ponder.

After all, what if everything Jumu said just happened to have some similarities to the characteristics in his memory, but had nothing to do with them at all?

Okay, he can't wash anymore.

At Jumu's insistence, Luo Mu, who appeared to be somewhat dead, released Arcanine.

As soon as Arcanine appeared, its majestic figure and domineering aura immediately attracted the attention of many miners in the D3 mining area.

Simultaneously.

Jumu's eyes had inexplicably become moist. He kept looking at Arcanine, only able to utter a series of "okay, okay, okay".

The blacksmith behind him, who was busy mining, also put down his work, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and jogged over.

Just like Kikuki, who spent a long time with the Pokémon Eggs, it would be absolutely impossible for her not to have any feelings for them.

This great blacksmith, with his more resolute and wise gaze, also once held expectations for the hatching of the Pokémon eggs, hoping to take the Pokémon that hatched from them for its first steps.

They all have mixed feelings about Growlithe.

So Luo Mu wasn't in a hurry to leave. While letting them interact with Arcanine, he chatted with Calycerin, who had just received some snacks from the miners.

"Judging from your expression, it seems you've already discovered something?"

Noticing the change in Luo Mu's expression as Ju Mu recounted the story, the Crowned Queen cut straight to the point and asked a question.

It, too, found it a bit strange while listening in.

Although we do not know exactly how big Tianguan Mountain is, let's take the snow-capped mountains on the Crown Snowfield, where it has long lived, as an example.

It's likely that even ordinary Psychic-type Pokémon, if faced with the blizzard described by Kuriki, wouldn't be able to use movement moves like "Teleport" to quickly find their way out of the blizzard.

Not to mention the most obvious and noteworthy difference in climate, as mentioned by Jumu.

The other party was either taken to a place far away from the Sinnoh region, or accidentally entered some space completely different from reality, or, as Kikuki thought, it was a different era.

Achieving the former requires immense power comparable to oneself, while achieving the latter two requires only a select few exceptional beings.

Either way, it all signifies the uniqueness of Jumu's wondrous adventure this time.

After pondering for a moment, Luo Mu finally spoke through the telepathic channel established by the Queen of the Brilliant Crown, his voice filled with hesitation and other emotions:
"You know someone named Wusi, who should be considered human, right?"

Luo Mu wasn't sure if Calyrex, this ancient Pokémon that had lived for who knows how many years, knew Wu Si, who, in theory, would have no connection with it.

But what if?
So he decided to ask anyway.

"I don't recall it."

The Brilliant King's head, encased in Bogarman's hat, drooped in contemplation. After a moment of searching his long memory, he shook his head, denying the possibility.

It then countered with, "What, do you know that person's name is Wusi?"

"It's just speculation at best."

Luo Mu didn't finish his sentence, his gaze falling on Jumu, who was trying to pet Arcanine.

The Crowned King probably guessed what Luo Mu meant, and a smile appeared on his hidden face.

"We don't need to dwell on this matter too much."

"Just like that person said, now that you've successfully hatched Arcanine, you'll inevitably meet it again under the guidance of 'fate'."

"Yes"

Luo Mu sighed.

Forget about thinking about it; compared to her, I should be more focused on the big events in Baiyang Town that may or may not happen.

Even if Wusi has some trouble coming up to me again, shouldn't we at least follow the principle of first come, first served?
Looking at Shemi in his arms, protesting that he hadn't brought Mimi along when he whispered to the Queen of the Rathalos, Luo Mu found himself somewhat envious of Shemi.

Of course, Luo Mu didn't envy its big stomach, but rather its carefree and guileless demeanor all day long.

After a brief meeting, or rather, a first encounter, comes the inevitable farewell.

Although reluctant, Jumu knew that Luo Mu was the "destined one" for Arcanine.

He had also heard his mother mention that Luo Mu seemed to be a rather remarkable trainer.

Perhaps only someone like this has the capacity to bear such a heavy title.

With a reluctant farewell from Jumu and the Great Blacksmith, Luo Mu recalled his Arcanine, and together with Shaymin and Calycerin, followed his waiting assistant onto the minecart that returned to the surface of the coal pit.

With a relaxed mindset, he focused his attention on the mine tunnels this time.

Ultimately, the Sinnoh region doesn't actually have that many Rock, Steel, and Ground-type Pokémon native to the region.

There are also many Pokémon in the mines that have nothing to do with these three attributes; they simply like living in this kind of environment.

Logically speaking, in this situation, we should be encountering a Gible that is injured and being chased by a Pokémon Hunter.

Unfortunately, the Pokémon Luo Mu saw most often along the way were neither Geodude nor Onix, which was so huge that it brought a powerful impact.

—Instead, they are counted in large groups, in vast swarms, of supersonic bats and bigmouth bats.

These guys hung upside down from the top of the mine shaft, motionless in the dim light of the lamps along the way, not even bothering to look up when mine carts roared past.

It's obvious that they've long been accustomed to coexisting with humans and are simply too lazy to attack or drive away these creatures that would attract a whole horde if attacked, and that they're even more united than humans.

After the mine cart had been running smoothly for a while, the unique stuffiness of being underground disappeared, replaced by air that wasn't very fresh, still carrying a strong earthy smell, and plenty of sunlight.

"Then I'll go report to Mr. Hyota. Oh, Mr. Hyota?"

The assistant, having completed his assigned task, smiled and waved goodbye to Luo Mu. But before he could turn around and leave, he noticed the person who had been talking about the topic was standing not far away.

There was even another figure that had appeared next to the other person without them noticing.

"Wow!? King Wu Song!?"

After a few seconds of stunned silence, the assistant quickly covered her mouth, which was about to scream.

At the same time, his eyes couldn't help but drift in that direction.

Some might ask, how did an ordinary nobody like him come to know Wu Song?

In fact, the four Elite Four members of the Sinnoh region are all household names; almost everyone knows them.

Not to mention, Wusong's "personal characteristics" are too easy to distinguish.

Luo Mu and Lei Guanwang followed the assistant's gaze and looked over.

Let's not even mention Hyota, whom we just met and who is now scratching his head in embarrassment.

Beside him stood a refined man holding a finely bound book with its title obscured, calmly flipping through it. The man had long, light blue hair, wore an impeccably tailored burgundy suit, and brown leather shoes that remained spotless despite being in the black and gold coal pit area.

Judging from these characteristics, plus the assistant's barely suppressed exclamation, the other party is undoubtedly one of the Elite Four, standing at the top of all trainers in the Sinnoh region.

Wusong is the only one of the Four Heavenly Kings who specializes in a single superpower attribute and has no superpowers at all.

The other person seemed to have heard the assistant's exclamation, slammed the book shut, looked up, subtly adjusted the black-rimmed blue glasses that seemed to have slipped off the bridge of their nose, and then revealed a slightly narcissistic smile.

"I didn't expect to meet my fans here. It seems that being too popular can be a problem."

Wu Song waved to his assistant, took out a pen from who-knows-where, and smoothly signed his name on the other's clothes.

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After doing all this, Wu Song turned his attention to Luo Mu, who seemed somewhat speechless.

His gaze lingered for only a moment on the Rare Crown King (in the form of Bogarman) beside Luo Mu before falling on Shaymi in Luo Mu's arms.

"The Flower Transporter, Shaymi?"

After a soft murmur, Gosho suppressed the surprise in his eyes and, together with Hyota, walked gracefully toward them.

Once the two stood in front of Luo Mu and the Queen of the Brilliant Crown, Wu Song took the initiative to extend his hand to Luo Mu.

"Nice to meet you, Mr. Luo Mu, a champion trainer from the Padiya region."

"Although you may already know, it's still necessary to introduce myself. My name is Gosho, one of the Elite Four of the Sinnoh region. Nice to meet you."

".Hello."

Luo Mu nodded and shook hands in return, meeting Wu Song's smiling but not reaching gaze, and understood.

Well, it seems this guy is after me.

He revealed his identity right away. Did he come to confirm his "safety"?
Of course, this "safety" does not refer to Luo Mu's personal safety, but rather to his safety in relation to the Sinnoh region.

Even if that were the case, Luo Mu actually understood the situation quite well and didn't find it offensive.

Although this analogy is a bit strange, if we compare the champion to a "nuclear warhead" and the regional league to a country.

Which alliance of good guys would allow "nuclear warheads" from other alliances to roam freely in their territory?

Just like when Adeke, Zhulan and the others came to the Padiya region in the past, they would usually inform Yeci in advance.

Just as Luo Mu and Wu Song were looking at each other, Piao Tai, who was standing to the side, was completely bewildered.

Leaving aside the fact that Luo Mu's personal aura is in no way inferior to Wu Song's, and even seems to be in a more relaxed position.

Even those few words he just heard from Wusong Tianwang's mouth were enough to disturb his mind.

So, he's not a suspected hidden investor, but rather a "champion" from another region?

No wonder the champion of Bamboo Orchid even called me personally to arrange this.
Wu Song subtly observed Luo Mu, but he didn't forget his main purpose for coming.

After withdrawing his hand, he put on a flawless apologetic expression and said in an orderly manner, "My sudden visit may have caused you trouble. Please allow me to express my apologies for that."

"It's alright."

Luo Mu shook his head; he was already used to this kind of thing.

Is Wusong using diplomatic language between alliances to talk to himself?

However, since the two of them weren't familiar with each other, this way of speaking was indeed less likely to make mistakes.

Wu Song breathed a slight sigh of relief after hearing Luo Mu say that he didn't mind.

"Then may I have a few minutes of your time?"

"There are some things I need to discuss with you."

“Sure.” Luo Mu nodded casually, his gaze sweeping around the charcoal pit. “I can communicate here too.”

"Let's find a slightly more private space."

Wu Song's words made it clear that this matter could not be discussed in broad daylight.

Luo Mu still had no objection to this, his main point being that you can arrange it, and he could afford to take a few minutes.

"In that case, the two of you may talk in my office."

Piao Tai wasn't stupid either. As the manager of the Black Gold Coal Pit, he took the initiative to provide the site.

Soon.

Led by Piao Tai, Luo Mu and Wu Song sat down in a small area that Piao Tai had cleaned up with a flushed face, which was already quite tidy compared to the rest of the office.

Piao Tai, who had just been called out of the coal pit once again, had already left the office.

Judging from his hurried manner, he had clearly gone off to continue digging for his fossils.

Luo Mu had a strange feeling that the other person might unexpectedly have something in common with Daigo.

"Then I'll get straight to the point."

Wu Song, who was sitting on the sofa, pushed up his glasses and did not stop speaking even though the Crested King was standing next to Luo Mu.

When Luo Mu first came to the office, he explained to Wu Song that Calyrex was a rather shy Pokémon, and also asked Wu Song to just talk to him normally, without having to use any social niceties.

Wu Song paused, his sharp gaze meeting Luo Mu's, who was listening to him.

"It may be a bit impolite to ask this, but on behalf of the Sinnoh League, I would like to ask, Mr. Luo Mu, what is your reason for coming to the Sinnoh region?"

Luo Mu, who hadn't missed Wu Song's gaze, also put on an innocent expression.

"Aren't we participating in a dessert competition?"

"I think Miss Zhulan should personally report her reasons for entering the country."

Silent Wusong: "."

That's precisely why I couldn't bear to leave it at that and made a point of asking again!

Whose champion brought a large number of Poké Balls into the country just to participate in a dessert competition?

If it weren't for the fact that Luo Mu had a good reputation based on their investigation, and that he had previously cooperated with Interpol, which was headquartered in the Sinnoh region, they wouldn't have allowed him to enter the country so easily!
"Ahem. Okay, then I'll ask you another way."

Sensing something amiss with his manner of speaking, Wusong coughed lightly and then spoke again.

"Mr. Luo, is there any other plan besides dealing with the escaped hunter J during your recent entry into the country?"

(End of this chapter)