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Chapter 269 Battle Round Settlement, Brand New Rainbow-Tier Orb! Artifact Upgrade! (1)

As the Super Rayquaza ripped through the sky, a meteor shower that buried the gods crashed down.

This epic battle that shook the entire southeastern Hoenn region has finally come to an end.

The ravaged sea gradually calmed down, and the gloom in the sky dissipated.

The thrilling yet safe ending brought cheers from the hundreds of millions of viewers gathered in the live stream!
[I declare this Xia Chi's epic battle! He held off Groudon and Kyogre for over an hour with just three Pokémon, then Mega Evolved with Rayquaza to give Primal Reversion to both of them a powerful Beyblade! He was absolutely awesome!]

[Correction: Victory belongs to all the heroes who fought to the death on the front lines of Liuli City! Xia Chi is the spearhead, they are the foundation! Fengyuan's glory belongs to the people!]

[That meteor shower from Super Rayquaza was so cool! I feel like I'll never forget it, it's etched into my DNA!]

[FW Rotom! Couldn't you have taken a closer picture? Otherwise, I'd have a new wallpaper for my computer!]

Why criticize Rotom when he's so brave?!

[Wait, Xia Chi caught Groudon in his Poké Ball again? Did he really get captured by the Earth God?!]

[Probably not. Groudon isn't that important to the Hoenn ecosystem. It's probably just hitching a ride, given its sturdy flying ability. Yeah, those who know, know (lol)]

[You're in Black Firm again! Take this, my Cliff-Shattering Sword!]

Honestly, anyone who still dares to criticize Groudon after watching this epic battle is like this (thumbs up). The sheer oppressive atmosphere was suffocating even through the screen!

Indeed, hopefully they can sleep a little longer this time.

[Hey, why didn't Lie Kong take Xia Chi back to Liuli City? Where is he flying off to?]

【.】

The thin air at high altitudes is suffocating.

Sensing Xia Chi's disordered and weak breathing above his head, Lie Kong Zuo dispersed some of his energy to protect Xia Chi's body, isolating him from the deadly cold and wind pressure.

"call"

Xia Chi took a deep breath, his chest heaving violently.

The Liekong ride is cool, but it's a bit exhausting to ride once.
"Humanity, your spirit is like a candle about to go out."

Lie Kongzuo's voice rang directly in Xia Chi's exhausted consciousness, carrying a hint of barely perceptible concern.

"Are you sure you want to go to such a faraway place?"

Xia Chi gazed into the distance, his eyes slightly vacant.

The information about the Fire Goose that Crimson Flame Pine received before his death was like his last shred of obsession, sustaining his faltering consciousness.

Xia Chiqiang perked up and replied, "Yes, there's a very important person over there."

Firegoose has probably been in the Lava Team prison on Chimney Mountain for quite some time now.

Although Crimson Flame Pine should be able to ensure her safety, Xia Chi was worried that she would collapse as soon as she returned to Liuli City, which would delay the rescue.

Let's find the Fire Goose from Chimney Mountain first.

Liuli City is extremely far from Chimney Mountain.

The line connecting the two places is almost the diagonal line from northwest to southeast of the Hoenn continent.

Even if you drive your own flying car at full speed without stopping, it would still take seven or eight hours.

But at this moment, his ride is—the Sky God, Rayquaza!

The emerald dragon's shadow tore through the sky, its speed far exceeding the sound barrier. The clouds along its path were brutally smashed and pushed aside, leaving behind long-lasting trails of flowing clouds!
As the iconic, sulfurous crater of Chimney Mountain came into view, the sky was just beginning to lighten.

Chimney Mountain is very large, with crisscrossing ravines and numerous lava caves.

Although she knew that Fire Goose was in the so-called Lava Team's prison.

But the location of the prison remains a mystery.

Searching inch by inch with Xia Chi's nearly depleted waveguide power would be like finding a needle in a haystack.

Helpless, he could only place his hopes on the omnipotent dragon god beside him.

"Find someone?"

Liekong sat with his majestic dragon head slightly turned, a glint of light flashing in his huge golden dragon eyes.

"Simple!"

Xia Chi thought it would use some kind of sophisticated divine sense scanning or sense the presence of life.
however.

"Roar—!!"

A terrifying dragon roar, as loud as ten thousand thunderclaps, erupted from Liekongzuo's mouth without warning!
The deafening sound instantly swept across the entire Chimney Hill area!

The mountain trembled, and the elves living in the crevices and caves were terrified and fled in panic!

Like a chain reaction, blinding searchlights flickered on at the hidden lava team outposts throughout Chimney Mountain, and even at the base entrance deep inside the mountain.

The beam of light flickered wildly in the pitch-black night, trying to locate the source of the terrifying sound.

Liekongzuo gave a satisfied "humph," a hint of barely perceptible smugness emanating from his telepathic connection.

"Okay, now it's much easier to find, isn't it?"

Xia Chi: "."

What you're doing isn't looking for someone, it's stirring up trouble and launching an indiscriminate high-pitched attack!
Although this method is somewhat unorthodox, it is indeed effective.

Especially in this remote volcanic area, the suddenly lit searchlight beams directly exposed the location of the Lava Team's base.

"Found it! It's there!"

Xia Chi forced himself to stay alert and pointed downwards.

"pay close attention!"

Without a word, the Sky-Sided Carry Xia Chi swooped down towards the area where the searchlights were most concentrated!

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Meanwhile, at the entrance of the Lava Team's Chimney Mountain branch base.

Those remaining here are just a few peripheral fry who haven't even earned a proper team badge.

The elite of the Lava Team had already been emptied out by Crimson Pine and taken to Glass City to participate in the grand project.

The sudden, terrifying dragon roar terrified them, and they scrambled out of the lounge, frantically turning on the defensive searchlights at the base entrance.

As the blinding beam of light swept across the sky, they witnessed a scene they would never forget—

A sacred and majestic dragon, covered in scales like an emerald galaxy, was tearing through the night and swooping down towards them!

Those golden dragon eyes, burning with divine fire, swept over their tiny figures with disdain!

The few small fry's minds went blank for a moment. Forget about picking up the Poké Ball, their legs were as weak as boiled noodles, and they couldn't even stand up. They collapsed to the ground like mud.

Rayquaza's massive dragon body hovered above the base entrance, casting a shadow like a curtain of death.

Standing atop the dragon's head, Xia Chi looked down at the few small fish trembling like leaves, his voice icy.

"Bring the Fire Goose out, now!"

The Lava Team minions, who were sprawled on the ground, were completely bewildered by the news of Rayquaza's arrival.

They could only stare wide-eyed in terror, unable to even comprehend the commands, let alone follow them.

The dragon head of the Thunder God leaned forward, spewing out two streams of white mist carrying ozone from its nostrils, seemingly showing a hint of impatience with the reactions of these ants.

Even a god of life like Xerneas wouldn't treat ordinary humans very well.

How could a terrifying being like Lie Kongzuo, who reigns supreme over the nine heavens, be easy to deal with?

Its kindness and patience towards Xia Chi stemmed purely from Xia Chi's merit in protecting Hoenn, and from that brief but profound Mega Evolution bond.

Liekongzuo's golden dragon eyes narrowed slightly, and a heavy, almost tangible pressure slammed down on the few small fry.

As if an invisible giant hand were choking them, the intense feeling of suffocation finally broke through their numb nerves.

One of the guys, who looked like a minor leader, scrambled toward a communicator next to the base entrance, his fingers trembling as he pressed the button and yelled into the other end.

"Quickly bring Lady Fire Goose out here!"

Xia Chi raised an eyebrow slightly.

It wasn't that I was surprised by the coordination of the Lava Team's weaklings.

Lie Kong sat at the head of the table; Xia Chi respected him for being a real man because he didn't cooperate with him!

Like I said, with so little money, who would risk their life for?
To Xia Chi's slight surprise, they still addressed Huo Yan as "Lord Huo Yan".

It seems that Huoyan is not a prisoner in this base, but rather someone who has been temporarily placed under house arrest.

Crimson Pine, you really do hold onto old feelings until the very end.
A complex emotion swept through Xia Chi's heart.

The wait was not long.

But for those few small fry lying on the ground, every second felt like an eternity.

The heavy alloy gate slid open with a screeching sound, and the scorching smell of sulfur rushed out.

Two guards dressed in Lava Team uniforms almost cautiously escorted a figure shrouded in a wide black robe out.

The black robe was lifted, revealing Huo Yan's still beautiful face, but one filled with exhaustion and astonishment.

It wasn't just the appearance of Xia Chi that surprised them.

They were even more shocked by the sacred dragon beneath Xia Chi, which exuded boundless majesty!
"Lie Lie sitting empty-handed?!"

Her gaze swept back and forth between Xia Chi's familiar face and the majestic and sacred Lie Kong.

It was as if he was confirming whether he was dreaming.

During her time in confinement, she was completely isolated from the world and naturally had no idea that a divine war was taking place in the waters near Liuli City.

"Xia Chi, what... what exactly is going on?"

Fire Goose's voice was hoarse with shock, "Red Flame Pine and their plan...?"

"Failed."

Xia Chi spoke succinctly, then extended his hand to Huo Yan, his eyes gentle yet firm, and said, "Let's go, Huo Yan, we'll talk about it when we get back."

"go back."

These two words were like pebbles thrown into a lake, instantly creating ripples in Huoyan's heart, and an indescribable warm current, accompanied by a strong sense of peace, surged in.

She looked up at the man on the dragon's head, who was reaching out his hand to her in the soft light of dawn.

The look of shock and exhaustion on Huo Yan's face vanished as quickly as ice and snow melted away, and a bright smile bloomed on her lips.

She thought that she would probably never forget this scene for the rest of her life.
"it is good!"

Huoyan's answer was crisp and firm.

Rayquaza's massive dragon head dipped slightly, approaching the ground.

The two guards escorting the fire goose had already let go of its grip in fright and retreated repeatedly.

Huo Yan took a deep breath, stepped forward from the rocks, and tightly grasped Xia Chi's outstretched hand.

With some difficulty but steady steps, I stepped onto the cool, smooth surface of the Sky Thrower, which resembled dragon scales cast from jade.

The strange sensation coming from her feet still left her somewhat incredulous.

At this moment, am I truly standing on the head of the legendary Sky God?

Rayquaza let out a deep and resonant dragon roar, ignoring the Lava Team members who were slumped over below.

It took off, carrying the two of them, and quickly disappeared into the sulfurous smoke billowing from Chimney Mountain and the gradually brightening dawn.

------

So, what exactly happened outside?

As Rayquaza flew high above the city of Liuli, the biting wind was blocked by an invisible barrier.

Huo Yan finally couldn't suppress her intense curiosity and eagerly pressed Xia Chi for answers.

"Well, to put it simply..."

Xia Chi leaned against the dragon's head, his eyelids heavy, his voice filled with weariness.

"Groudon and Kyogre awoke, and then fell asleep again."

The answer, which saves data usage, is that simple.

Hmm, that doesn't seem quite accurate either?

After all, Groudon's three-million-ton "baby" is currently lying peacefully in the Master Ball in his pocket, taking a nap.

Let's talk about releasing the animals later.

Huo Yan was stunned, her red lips slightly parted.

Why is it that such a thrilling and historic event is described by Xia Chi as casually as "the weather is nice today"?
But looking at his pale and tired profile, and feeling the genuine god of the sky beneath him, Huo Yan instantly understood.

Behind this short sentence must lie countless hardships, dangers, and even life-or-death struggles.

After hesitating for a moment, Huoyan lowered her voice, "What about the Crimson Flame Pine?"

"died."

Xia Chi's answer remained concise.

Huo Yan fell silent for a moment.

As intelligent as she is, she has now pieced together all the clues that led to her imprisonment.

This includes Chiyansong's clever plan and the way he ultimately saved himself.

After all, he was a leader I had followed for nearly ten years, and we had fought together for that vague "great ideal".

Huoyan was not happy to hear the news.

Xia Chi didn't say anything more, but quietly closed her eyes to rest, leaving Huo Yan to deal with these emotions on her own.

He knew Huoyan's personality, so he understood the weight of that silence.

She will only be loyal to and follow those she approves of.

Crimson Pine. Although Fire Goose eventually realized his madman nature, they had worked together for so many years.

If there is absolutely no reaction, that would be truly cold-blooded and heartless.

"Yes, this is how it should end."

After a long silence, Huo Yan murmured, "The moment he set up this so-called ideal, his ultimate destruction was already his destiny."

It was as if I was convincing myself, and also as if I was putting a final end to that past.

After calming down her slightly sad mood, Huoyan's face regained its look of curiosity.

"Xia Chi, tell me more about what just happened."

However, when she turned her head to look, she found that Xia Chi beside her had fallen asleep without any warning.

His handsome profile appeared exceptionally soft in the golden light of dawn, yet it could not conceal the deep weariness etched into his brows.

Huo Yan's heart softened, her eyes filled with tenderness and heartache.

She carefully moved her body, gently supporting Xia Chi's shoulders, and slowly helped him lie down on his side, resting his head on her soft and warm thighs.

His hot, even breath, seeping through her thin fabric, brushed against her sensitive skin, bringing waves of subtle tingling sensation.

Huo Yan, who had never been so close to a member of the opposite sex before, couldn't help but blush and feel her heart race.

She looked down at Xia Chi's sleeping face, her slender fingers brushing across his slightly furrowed brow and straight nose, finally resting on his lips.

Even if you're this tired, will you still cross mountains and rivers, fly over the entire Hoenn region to find me?

Fire Goose's voice was as low as a whisper: "Do you know how much I wanted to do that the moment I saw you standing on the head of the Sky Piercer, reaching out your hand to me?"

The words stopped abruptly.

Huo Yan bit her lower lip, her cheeks instantly turning as red as a ripe wild apple.

This is not some deserted area.

Even if Xia Chi is really asleep and can't hear...
The dragon god beneath me is fully conscious!
Some of the things said are really not very polite.

She took a few deep breaths of the cool air from high altitude, trying to calm her racing heart.

His gaze never left Xia Chi's sleeping face.

Forget it
A gentle smile quietly appeared on Huoyan's lips.

There's still a long road ahead.

------

Xia Chi slowly woke up.

What comes into view is the familiar and exquisite ceiling of the guest room at the Mikli Manor.

The soft afternoon sunlight streamed into the room through the floor-to-ceiling windows, casting dappled patterns of light on the floor.

It was already afternoon.

When did I fall asleep?
The gears of her thoughts turned slowly, and when Xia Chi's gaze fell on Huo Yan, who was curled up on the soft chair by the bed, her sleeping face serene yet tinged with weariness, her memories gradually became clear.

It seems like it was on the way back from finding the Fire Goose at Chimney Mountain?
So it was Rayquaza who brought me back?
"Meow~!"

A soft, joyful call came from beside me.

Xia Chi turned her head slightly and met the pair of crimson eyes of the Magic Masked Cat, which were filled with concern and joy.

It sat gracefully by the bed, its long, fluffy tail swaying happily, before quickly approaching. The vines even thoughtfully rolled up a glass of water and handed it to Xia Chi.

I slept all night and my throat is as dry as a desert.

Xia Chi didn't stand on ceremony. He took the water glass and gulped down the entire glass of water in a few mouthfuls.

My mind cleared up instantly.

He tried to move his body, and although he was still a little sore and weak, his mental strength had recovered by more than half.

Seemingly awakened by the noise from Xia Chi and Miao Ha, Huo Yan, who had been in a light sleep on the soft chair, also woke up.

She rubbed her sleepy eyes, a bright smile spreading across her face. "You're awake! How are you feeling?"

"much better"

Xia Chi's voice was still a little hoarse, and his gaze fell on Huo Yan's face, which showed signs of exhaustion.

"But you, you didn't just lie here all night, did you?"

His waveguide power keenly detected the slightly disordered energy fluctuations within her body, and he asked in confusion, "There should be quite a few empty rooms here at Mikoli's place, right?"

"I'm not taking the blame for this."

Mikoli's cheerful voice came from the doorway as he walked in carrying a tray with a bowl of congee and side dishes.

"It was this young lady who insisted on staying here."

Mikoli placed the tray on the bedside table, a mischievous smile in her eyes as she looked at Xia Chi.

Huo Yan was quite frank and naturally replied, "It's more convenient to take care of you here."

Upon hearing this, Miaoha turned its head away, letting out a barely audible snort, its crimson eyes filled with disdain that seemed to say, "Do you need to take care of me?"

"Alright, I'm awake too. You go to sleep now."

Xia Chi said, "You haven't slept a wink all night, have you?"

Huo Yan, however, said nonchalantly, "It's alright, I'm melting."

Just as I was about to talk about my time with Team Magma, I noticed that Mikey, a high-ranking member of the Hoenn team, was right next to me.

The truck almost exploded.

After a pause, Huoyan said, "Anyway, staying up all night was a regular thing back then."

"Pretend I didn't see it. You were almost asleep on the soft chair."

Xia Chi said irritably, "You should get some sleep here."

A blush instantly rose on Huoyan's cheeks, and her eyes darted around.

"Sleeping here? No...isn't that inappropriate?"

"What's wrong?"

While tidying up her slightly wrinkled pajamas, Xia Chi said matter-of-factly, "The bed is big enough, and I've had enough sleep. I'll just go out with Mikoli for some fresh air and a chat. You can catch up on your sleep."

After saying that, he called to Miaoha and walked outside.

Huoyan: "."

So, I'm the only one sleeping here?

I thought it was something else.
As she watched Xia Chi's retreating figure, she felt a strange emptiness in her heart, but her cheeks flushed even more.

------

Stepping out of the sun-drenched room, Xia Chi and Mikoli walked side by side along the tranquil corridor of the manor.

Miaoha followed beside her with elegant cat-like steps.

Xia Chi asked, "Where's Daigo? I haven't seen him." Mikuri replied, "He's still asleep. He was exhausted when we came back from the Skarmory and has been sleeping ever since."

Xia Chi then suddenly remembered that the Mega Metagross's super evolution, which lasted for more than an hour, had been maintained by Daigo.

Even with his own Aura power, he almost collapsed. Daigo was able to persevere, and his willpower is simply as strong as steel!
No wonder only Rayquaza arrived at the last moment; Daigo must have been at his limit by then.

Xia Chi suddenly thought of the ending of the Hoenn arc in the special episode, where Senri and Daigo, whose mental strength was exhausted, ultimately died in battle!
Compared to that terrible ending, things seem pretty good now.
"By the way, what was the final situation in Liuli City?"

Xia Chi then asked, "Were there any casualties?"

"No."

Mikoli's tone carried the relief of surviving a disaster.

"You arrived just in time. Only the buildings along the coast of the main island of Liuli City were severely damaged. Thanks to the timely evacuation and the desperate protection of Director Adam and the others, there were almost no civilian casualties!"

He paused, his voice lowering slightly, "However, the wild elf communities in the sea have suffered considerable losses, and the Alliance's rescue and ecological restoration efforts have been fully launched."

Xia Chi nodded silently.

The scenario was different from what was expected, where the entire Sootopolis City was erased from the map, thus affecting the inland areas of Hoenn.

This is already a very minor loss.

It's so small it's hard to believe this is the effect of the Groudon vs. Kyogre battle.

As for the follow-up handling of the Hoenn Alliance, Xia Chi doesn't need to worry about it too much; they will handle it themselves.

"By the way, Liekong is still waiting for you outside."

Mikoli suddenly said, "It probably wants to wait for you to wake up so it can say goodbye to you properly."

Xia Chi was startled.

Why hasn't Rayquaza left yet?

He had assumed that after sending him back, the ruler of the skies would return to the ozone layer.

Is there anything else?

With some doubt, Xia Chi walked alone to the open lawn outside the manor, which was bathed in the warm afternoon sun.

The sight that came into view made him pause slightly.

The Sky-Sitting was no longer the enormous creature that had blotted out the sky; instead, it had shrunk considerably.

It was only about five or six meters long.

Even so, the Dragon God's aura remained sacred and majestic, inspiring awe in all who beheld him.

Rayquaza can actually shrink?

Xia Chi was somewhat surprised.

Xia Chi was surprised, as this coincided with the description of the dragon in Eastern mythology as being able to grow in size at any time.

Is this a unique ability of Rayquaza, or a common feature of other Legendary Pokémon?
"Human, it seems you are no longer in serious danger."

The telepathic connection between Lie Kongzuo and Xia Chi resonated directly in Xia Chi's mind.

"Yes, I've almost recovered. Thank you for your concern, Dragon God."

Xia Chi sincerely thanked him: "Also, I am truly grateful for your help in taking me back and forth to Chimney Mountain last night."

"It's alright, you have done a favor for Fengyuan."

The telepathic connection between Liekongzuo and Liekongzuo was transmitted.

Xia Chi understood.

This "favor" refers to his feat of holding off Groudon and Kyogre for over an hour with his mortal body before Rayquaza's arrival.

This is not only the foundation upon which Rayquaza trusts him.

It is also the source of the incredible bond that enabled the two to achieve super evolution upon their first encounter.

Such bonds certainly require time to develop and for people to understand them.

But in dire straits, the unreserved trust and reliance between people can also unleash a power that surpasses miracles.

The Mega Evolution of Xia Chi and Rayquaza is an example of this.

At that time, Rayquaza was suppressed by Groudon and Kyogre, who had completed Primal Reversion, and had no choice but to place its hopes on Nyx.

Fortunately, it made the right choice.

"Groudon, what do you intend to do with it?"

After exchanging pleasantries, Liekongzuo got down to business.

Xia Chi then remembered that the guy was still inside his Master Ball.

Rayquaza is probably waiting here for me to wake up because he's also waiting for news from Groudon.

Don't let Xia Chi take you away by accident.
Xia Chi thought for a moment and proposed an idea: "Would it help if we let them sleep further apart?"

In this way, the two elves won't start fighting as soon as they meet next time they wake up.

How can you fight if you don't meet in person?
Liekongzuo instantly understood his intention, but the dragon head shook very slightly: "It's useless, they can clearly sense each other's presence and location."

Xia Chi understood.

It means that even if one is thrown into the North Pole and the other into the South Pole.

Once these two brothers wake up, they'll be like two magnets, rushing towards each other without regard for anything else, until they meet and start fighting.
A twisted love belongs to...
Since that's the case, then naturally we can't separate them.

If they were to awaken again, who knows how many more troubles the two spirits would cause on their journeys in opposite directions.

If that's the case, it would be more reasonable to put Gu Tou back in the Temple of Awakening for eternal rest.
As Xia Chi looked at the quiet Master Ball in his hand, a thought suddenly popped into his head.

Wait a minute, it says to let it sleep, but it doesn't say when to let it sleep!
It shouldn't be a big problem to "borrow" it a little in the middle?

He instantly thought of his picturesque but somewhat monotonous private island in Donghuang, which was lacking some unique landforms.

For example, there's the waterfall that allows the bear apprentice to practice martial arts and hone his will, and the desert that will become the future desert tyrant, Shakiras.

Although this kind of thing can be achieved with a bit of "money power".

But artificial landscaping often lacks soul!

If you're going to find someone, you should find the most professional Earth God to be your construction team!
Xia Chi looked up at Rayquaza, coughed lightly, and said, "Lord Dragon God, before sending Groudon back to sleep, could you let it accompany me back to Donghuang for a vacation?"

"Ok?"

A hint of doubt flashed in Liekongzuo's dragon eyes.

"I want Groudon to help me slightly modify the island's environment."

Xia Chi smiled slightly, "Don't worry, it's just to have it do some work and build some infrastructure. Once it's done, we'll send it back to sleep. It won't disrupt the Hoenn ecosystem at all!"

Liekong sat down: "."

The God of the Sky remained silent for a few seconds.

Let the god of the earth do the earthwork.
This is probably the first time in history.

"Never mind."

Liekongzuo finally responded, with a hint of helplessness.

"As long as it agrees, it is not impossible for it to leave the Hoenn region for a period of time."

Xia Chi said confidently, "Don't worry, I have a very close relationship with Brother Gu, he will definitely agree!"

He selectively ignored the fact that Groudon was double-teamed by him and Rayquaza.

Judging from Gu Guan's reaction just now, he probably didn't know that he was the one who gave the order.

------

Before bidding farewell to Liekong, Xia Chi had one more request.

"Um, Lord Dragon God, could you please use the 'Dragon Painting Eyes Finishing Touch' technique again?"

Xia Chi said shamelessly.

"Ok?"

The doubt in Liekong's dragon eyes deepened.

Xia Chi naturally wanted Magic Masked Cat to use [Sketching] to imitate and learn from Rayquaza's [Finishing Touch].

This is the first time I've ever heard such a strange reason from Rayquaza.

The Leyka, which resides in the ozone layer year-round, basically has no chance to meet Tutu Dog.

The phrase "王不见王了" means "the king does not meet the king".

Although it seemed unbelievable, Rayquaza decided to grant this small request from the "Hoenn Savior".

It turned towards a meticulously maintained horticultural area on the edge of the manor, planted with several ornamental fruit trees. Its dragon eyes narrowed slightly, and a concentrated, violent flight-type energy swirled around it—

The finishing touch!

"Rayquaza, wait!"

Xia Chi hurriedly tried to stop him, but it was too late.

His worst fears came true.

Even though Rayquaza had suppressed his power to the fullest extent, the destructive power of this finishing touch was still beyond imagination.

boom--

A cracking sound, not loud but exceptionally crisp, rang out.

A huge lychee tree, along with a carefully cultivated patch of exotic flowers and plants around it, was reduced to scorched earth.

"My garden!!"

A rare, out-of-control shout came from inside the house.

Liekong sat down: "."

Xia Chi sighed.

Since things have come to this, let's start sketching.

He quickly had the Magic Masked Cat use Sketch!
Miaoha's crimson eyes narrowed, and the sketching session began!

As she pondered, she firmly imprinted the unique charm, posture, and energy flow of Liekong Zuo's [Dragon's Eye Painting] technique deep into the depths of her perception—

Magic Masked Cat has successfully mastered the art of [Adding the Finishing Touch]!

"Ahem, Lord Dragon God, please make yourself at home. I'll take care of the aftermath here."

Xia Chi quickly said to Lie Kong.

His tone conveyed a sense of "I'll take the blame."

This minor incident was clearly not enough to affect Liekong's calm and composed state of mind.

It nodded slightly, and its slender emerald dragon body instantly soared into the air!

As it ascended, its body swelled in the wind, and in the blink of an eye, it regained its magnificent, awe-inspiring form that blotted out the sky.

This drew thunderous exclamations and admiring glances from countless citizens of Liuli City below.

Liekongzuo took one last look at Xiachi on the ground and let out a long and drawn-out dragon roar.

It then transformed into a streak of azure light that tore through the sky, hurtling toward the ozone layer in the outer reaches of the heavens.

It quickly disappeared into the horizon of the azure sky.

------

We bid farewell to this great deity.

Mikoli certainly wouldn't cause trouble for Xia Chi because of Rayquaza's destruction.

He even half-jokingly said he wanted to preserve this rather rare "work of art" permanently.

After all, it is a mark left by the legendary sky god Rayquaza; there is no such mark anywhere else!

Now that he had some free time, Xia Chi finally had time to deal with the system message.

[Battle Round 3-3: The End of the World's Destruction Has Ended!]

[Assessing host performance.]

[System Rating: 100/100, Congratulations on obtaining a Rainbow Orb*1!]

Even before he had left his Super Rayquaza mech form, the notification that "battle round" had ended had been ringing in his head.

However, I was busy looking for Fire Goose at Chimney Mountain at the time, and I really didn't want to rack my brains about the bond equipment issue anymore, so I kept putting it off until now.

Now I finally have time to deal with it.

It still scores a perfect score, and it's still an exciting Prismatic Orb.

Meow and I casually found a spot on the lawn under an old tree and sat down.

Xia Chi thought to himself, "Brother Tongzi, activate the Prismatic Rank Magic Orb!"

[There are no Prismatic orbs in the inventory, only Rainbow orbs!]

Xia Chi was slightly taken aback.

I didn't notice the name of the reward just now, but it seems... it really is the so-called "Rainbow Orb"?
That's rather novel.

However, this battle was indeed much more dangerous and had a more profound impact than the previous battles in Shuidu or Beishang Township.

The reward has been upgraded to another tier – that's reasonable!

Wait, is this a rank upgrade?
Hmm. If even Brother Tong is reminding himself to "take credit" like this, then he must be taking credit.

"Anyway, help me activate the Rainbow Orb, Brother Tong."

Xia Chi thought to himself.

[The Rainbow Tier Orb has been unlocked! Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Golden Shovel Crown*2, Light Equipment Upgrader*1, Rainbow Equipment Upgrader*1, Auxiliary Artifact Forger*1, and Super Giant Lucky Lantern*1!]

Five props, two of which are brand new and sound very high-end.

As expected of a rainbow-tier magic orb!
First is the Golden Shovel Crown, which increases the team's maximum size.

Simple and unadorned, yet indispensable.

After capturing Latias, Xia Chi's team already had seven Pokémon, so there was no need to add another one to create a bond.

Two of them came right away, that's great.

The Golden Shovel Crown doesn't take up an equipment slot, so it doesn't matter who wears it.

I casually used it on Meowha and Victini next to me, and two more blank slots appeared at the bottom of the sprite bar.

Then there are the Light Equipment Upgrader and the Rainbow Equipment Upgrader.

Xia Chi knew about the former; the Golden Shovel existed in the game, and Xia Chi had used it on Fa Jie's Hextech Gunblade before, doubling all its attributes and making it quite useful.

The one after that... was it a different entry?

Or is it another upgraded version?

Xia Chi voiced his doubts to himself, and Brother Tongzi provided the answer.

The Rainbow Equipment Upgrader can be used on all equipment.

Well, it doesn't seem that bad!

Xia Chi suddenly realized what was happening.

He asked, somewhat incredulously, "Can it be used on all equipment, including divine artifacts?"

[Including magical artifacts.]

Sorry, Brother Tong, I spoke too loudly just now. I'll kowtow to you!
To be able to use it on a divine artifact, that's absolutely insane!

The reason why a divine artifact is a divine artifact is that its effects are so powerful that they are usually more than one level higher than ordinary equipment.

Xia Chi currently possesses both of his divine artifacts on Miao Ha.

A Trinity Force, a Dance of Death.

This allowed Magic Masked Meow, who was less than level 40, to fight on par with Mikoli's main force, Ludicolo!

Certainly, the two artifacts are not the only reason for Miaoha's great strength, but they are definitely the most important factor.

So the question is, which artifact should you upgrade?
Xia Chi pondered for a moment.

Since they are all Miaoha equipment, there is no issue of favoritism; we only need to maximize our combat power.

Trinity Force and Death's Dance are two completely different pieces of equipment.

The former represents the ultimate in numerical value, while the latter represents the ultimate in functionality.

Obviously, if the [Rainbow Equipment Upgrader] is like its sibling, the Light Upgrader, then the stats will be doubled.

The 25% lifesteal from Death Dance can be increased to 50%!

Other stats like attack power and physical defense will also be improved.

but!

Its competitor is Trinity Force!

Physical Attack, Special Attack, Physical Defense, Special Defense, Speed, HP, Skill Activation Speed
All abilities are doubled!
Is this a temptation that no one can resist?

Hesitating for even a second longer is a disrespect for the beauty of numerical values!

Thinking of this, Xia Chi said, "Brother Tongzi, use the Rainbow Equipment Upgrade Device on Tri-Phase Power!"

【Used successfully! 】

Xia Chi couldn't wait to jump to the Magic Masked Cat's equipment slot.

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【Magic Masked Cat】

[Type: Grass/Dark]

【Features: Flexible and adaptable】

【Level: 38】

【.】

[Equipment: Rainbow Tri-Phase Power (+66% Physical Attack, Special Attack, Physical Defense, Special Defense, Speed, HP, Skill Speed!)]

【能力：HP122（+223），物攻143（+252），防御91（+187），特攻88（+176），特防93（+193），速度144（+213）】

【.】

Looking at the new artifact whose icon already had a touch of dreamlike brilliance, Xia Chi felt a surge of joy.

As expected, the numbers have doubled!
In other words, it's like Meowha got another Trinity Force!
The ability stats boosted directly below are even more outrageous!
Its highest physical attack, speed, and health stats are all close to 400!

Keep in mind that when I evolved after battling the Gym Leader Senri, these stats weren't even 300 yet!

Of course, this is due to the mechanism by which the system's capability value is calculated.

For example, Meowha's base physical attack stat is only 143. Theoretically, even a 33% increase would only be +47.

However, in reality, the improvement of ability values ​​is linearly cumulative.

The base value is not 143, but rather the total value that includes all previous synergy and equipment bonuses!
This is also the most important reason why Xia Chi chose to upgrade the power of the three phases.

The stats of the "System Brother" are terrifying as they accumulate.

Even though Meowha's equipment is already fully saturated, it will continue to improve as the level increases.

The benefits brought by the power of the three phases of the rainbow are still ongoing!
After upgrading Trinity Force, feeling refreshed, Xia Chi turned his gaze to the next item in his inventory—

Bright Equipment Upgrader.

This is an old acquaintance, and in accordance with the principle of sharing the spoils equally, I didn't give Meowha's Bloodthirster or Titan's Resolve to use.

Instead, after some consideration, he gave Ponpo a sharp blade.

The improvement of the highest combat power must never be neglected.

The reason for upgrading the Killer Sword instead of the Infinity Edge is the key to the "Defeat an opponent to increase physical attack by 10%" attribute.

This is extremely important.

It can be said that the most important reason why Ponpo was able to replace Rayquaza in this battle of gods and become the new father of Steadfast and Shield is this equipment.

I previously cleared out a large number of weak enemies from Team Magma and Team Aqua, and my Attack stat has already reached 13,000!

It can be said that this piece of equipment is just as useful as a divine artifact in open-world combat.

The upgraded Killer Sword still boasts impressive stats.

[Light of the Sharp Blade: +40% Physical Attack. Gain one stack (+20% Physical Attack) for each opponent defeated in battle, starting with four stacks!]

Looking at the terrifying stats of the upgraded equipment, Xia Chi fell silent.

If Ponpo already possessed the Blade of Light before the God War, would Rayquaza still have needed to intervene?
(End of this chapter)