Manor Lord of the Elf World

Chapter 136 Training Ended, Battle Against Kyurem Again!

Time flies like sand, slipping away unnoticed.

In the blink of an eye, half a month has passed.

Under the rotating instruction of the three holy swordsmen, Serpentis, Dragonair, and Burning Bug made rapid progress and benefited greatly.

"Unfortunately, these three Pokémon cannot learn the move 'Divine Sword'."

[Holy Sword: A fighting-type move that ignores changes in the opponent's abilities and deals direct damage.]

Raven watched with great interest the Holy Swordsman's move that could easily cleave boulders and waterfalls.

This move is not as direct and brutal as other fighting techniques; instead, it has a rather idealistic feel to it.

In the hands of the Holy Swordsman, this move seemed capable of cutting through anything.

The Keldeo in the movie gained Kyurem's approval with this move, becoming a valiant holy swordsman and joining the trio.

“However, receiving instruction from the Holy Swordsman is enough!” Raven was not greedy.

That night, Raven did not return to Kagome Village.

After a day of training, he gathered firewood and had the Burning Worms help start a fire. Hakron caught fresh, plump fish from the river, and Raven then roasted them over the flames.

The Holy Swordsmen, led by Gopaleon, watched this scene thoughtfully.

In fact, during the days that Raven was being taught by his Pokémon, not only did Dragonair and the others make rapid progress, but they also developed new perspectives on the way humans and Pokémon interact.

Just like what they see now.

Raven found some firewood, and the Burning Bugs used their flames to light it, thus creating a campfire for everyone to keep warm.

Hakron catches fat fish, which Raven then grills to make an even more delicious dish, so that everyone can satisfy their taste buds and fill their stomachs at the same time.

At times like these, it seems as if there is no distinction between humans and Pokémon.

Just as Raven said that day, humans and Pokémon cooperate, contribute their strengths, and achieve a better life.

Humans and Pokémon live together...

The three holy swordsmen gazed at the flickering campfire and fell into deep thought.

An unprecedented road appeared before their eyes.

Despite their efforts to protect Pokémon, the Pokémon themselves are not truly at peace with each other.

Pokémon of different species will still attack and hurt each other.

Humans against humans, humans against Pokémon, Pokémon against Pokémon... conflict is everywhere.

But how exactly can the path Raven described be achieved?

"It's done baking! Here, délacion, have a taste!"

Raven handed the grilled fish to Delacion.

This straightforward Pokémon can be a bit reckless at times, but it will apologize to others after making a mistake.

Delacion's temperament suited him quite well.

Deraquion, who was deep in thought, was immediately drawn to the fish. It lowered its head, took a bite, and its eyes instantly became incredibly bright.

The fish meat is white, tender, plump, and juicy.

"Mmm...delicious!" Terakion praised without reservation, its mouth greasy as it ate. It had never tasted anything so delicious in years!
Raven smiled and continued to distribute the grilled fish and berries to the other Pokémon.

Compared to Terachion, Gopalooon and Vilgion are much more refined in their eating manners.

Humans are indeed a creative species, and even the Holy Swordsman, who has always regarded humans as enemies, couldn't help but admire them.

Sparks crackled and danced in the campfire, and Raven knew that this training was over.

In just half a month, the three holy swordsmen had passed on all their life's knowledge to Hakron and his companions.

The most direct manifestation of improved comprehension and strength is often in the techniques used.

Hakuryu learned: Water Pulse, Iron Head, Dragon Dance, and Waterfall. Serperior learned: Giga Drain, Leaf Blade, Solar Beam, Crazy Plant, Swords Dance, and Draft.

The burning insect learned the following: hot air, overheating, insect swarm, and big explosion.

In addition, the speed, strength, and battle experience of the three Pokémon have all been improved.

All of this was thanks to the guidance and sparring of the three holy swordsmen, for whom Raven was filled with gratitude.

“Deraqion, Gopaluon, Bilijion.”

The three holy swordsmen turned to look at them.

"Thank you for your help during this time," Raven said softly. "If you need anything in the future, you can come to Raven City anytime for my help, and I will do my best to assist you."

The easygoing Delacion laughed heartily: "No need for that, we were just doing this for someone else—but I really like you!"

“Deraqion,” Gopalooon immediately called out to remind him.

Delacion then realized he might have said something wrong and quickly laughed it off, saying, "Haha, well, I'll definitely come visit you sometime!"

Raven, however, astutely caught a key piece of information.

He looked at the three holy swordsmen, "Entrusted by someone?"

Seeing that he could no longer hide it, Gopaloon looked calmly at Raven: "You will know when the time is right."

Raven: "..."

Damn it, I hate riddle people the most!

Who could be the person who would entrust the Holy Swordsman to help him with his training?

Looking into the eyes of the three holy swordsmen, Raven remained silent for a moment before speaking:

"Tomorrow morning, we will set off for the Giant's Cave to challenge Kyurem once again."

"We'll go with you and take a look!" Terrakion looked at the three Pokémon beside Raven: "Don't let our training these past few days go to waste!"

"nature."

Having met the Holy Swordsman, their trip was not in vain.

After dinner, the group rested on the spot.

Raven didn't have Serperior and the others take turns keeping watch so he could conserve his energy for tomorrow's battle. After all, with Terrakion and the others around, dangerous wild Pokémon wouldn't come near.

A night of silence.

The next morning, Raven arrived at the giant's cave again.

The three holy swordsmen and Victini followed behind him, facing everything that was to come with him.

"Nini...?"

Victini, recalling its previous crushing defeat, couldn't help but suggest that before the battle began, it could share all the energy in its body with the Hakron and the others.

But Raven rejected the proposal.

“No, that would be cheating. Kyurem would see through it immediately, and given its personality, it would probably be even angrier. Victini, you don’t need to help with this trial. This is my path, and we must walk it ourselves.”

“Nini…”

Bictini had no choice but to give up.

The three holy swordsmen showed their appreciation upon hearing these words.

Raven is right. Although Kyurem may seem cold and irritable, that is not its true nature.

If I had to describe it in one sentence, it would be: strong and righteous, with a heart burning hot enough to exude a chilling aura!
Domineering, loyal, principled, and mindful of the bigger picture – that's the true Kyurem.

It is precisely because of this that Kyurem agreed to fight them and help them complete their training.

Their purpose in training is to better protect the Pokémon living on this land.

(End of this chapter)