Pokémon, Ash is going to become a perfect man from now on.

If he truly possesses the strength of a Heavenly King, he can defeat even when surrounded and attacked!

Unfortunately, he failed to seize the opportunity, and this match ultimately secured Acerola's victory.

“Acerola, she must be the youngest of the Four Heavenly Kings, right?” Lila asked curiously. “I’ve looked up some information, and it seems that the Four Heavenly Kings in various places are all older than her.”

“Indeed, she is the youngest, so her future is limitless.” Ash nodded in admiration.

Acerola is a little smaller than Lillie, and compared to Ash's female companions, she is only slightly older than May.

Most people her age are still in the beginner stage, but she's already started to become a superstar.

With such exceptional advantages, and with further training, she might be able to take over the mantle of Alola from Ash.

"King! Great! When I get back, I'll definitely work hard and try to become the King of Kanto as soon as possible!" Seeing Acerola enjoying the cheers from the crowd, Misty was clearly encouraged as well.

She and Ash have a bet: to see if Ash becomes champion first, or if she becomes Elite Four member first.

It seems that the bet has been lost, but the process of making a bet will not be abandoned halfway!

Once things are settled in Alola, she'll return to Kanto to try and win the tournament, then begin her Elite Four challenge!

"Heavenly King... Hmph, if I'm going to be one, I'll be even stronger!" Xiao Mao was also somewhat moved, but his gaze was already set on a position even higher than the Heavenly King.

After watching many Elite Four battles in Alola, Gary gradually realized that those Elite Four members didn't seem so formidable in his eyes anymore...

The champion after the Elite Four... no, Ash after the champion, that's his ultimate goal, Motoki's goal!

Chapter 844 The Night Before the Finals, the Concern of Elders

"Cheers! Congratulations to Ash and Sabrina for making it to the finals!" *N

At night, in the luxurious restaurant of the athletes' village, Ash and his friends were holding a lively banquet. Everyone was raising their glasses around the round table to celebrate, and the atmosphere was very enthusiastic.

This is another routine event from the League Conference. We've had similar dinner parties at the Indigo League and the Silver League, and Ash's mother, Hanako, is always the one cooking.

This time was no exception; she and Ash's adoptive father had already arrived during the semi-finals.

I personally cooked a sumptuous meal for my son, watched him eat with great satisfaction, then witnessed him win a new honor from the stands, and congratulated him immediately after the competition.

This is what Hanako believes she should do as a mother.

She didn't want to just sit in front of the TV and look for Ash during the broadcast, so she would always be there in person no matter where the competition was!

Of course, there were other reasons as well this time…

"My mom and I just wanted to come and see who's clamoring to marry my brat." The middle-aged man's words immediately drew a flush of red from everyone at the table.

Instead of showing any restraint, he shamelessly pointed the finger at his adopted daughter: "I think I also heard that Lila joined in the call. Do you also want to marry your brother?"

"Uh... I actually, that..." Lila stammered, her face flushed, unsure of what to do, no longer displaying the calm and wise demeanor usually reserved for the Great Lord of the Tower.

Your brother (Ash) will definitely become the champion after this tournament. To celebrate, it's not too much for us to go all out, right?

Alola is currently facing the risk of an invasion from another world. We don't know whether tomorrow or an enemy attack will come first, so what's wrong with indulging a little?

If all else fails, just treat it as a joke.

The above is what Blue told Lyra... She used the same method to seduce all of Ash's female companions, only with slight variations in the details.

So Lila, like the other girls, eventually believed Xiao Lan's lies, and through this silliness, she finally spoke her mind, things she wouldn't normally dare to say...

But who would have thought that Ash would respond on his own initiative, and even said he would snatch everyone away... uh, marry them.

I suppose that includes myself among everyone…

"Alright, Lila, don't you know this guy? He likes to talk nonsense regardless of the situation when there are many people around." Hanako spoke up, instantly easing the awkwardness, and rolled her eyes at him. "We're actually just so happy that so many good kids are willing to continue supporting my Ash. Thank you so much."

The gratitude from their mother made all the women present feel ashamed and unable to express their thanks. Even those like Homiga and Haruka, who wanted to explain, couldn't bring themselves to say it.

(Hey, Hanako's mom is really good at this, that assist was really smooth~) Hearing this, Blue whispered in Ash's ear, her fingers tracing patterns on Ash's palm as if writing a secret message.

Instead of saying you're together, just say you support me... the more ambiguous the statement, the less likely it is to be refuted.

If we don't refute it now, we won't have the chance to refute it later.

How can we continue to support him? The best way, of course, is to stay by Ash's side forever!

"We're almost done eating, so we won't disturb you kids from continuing your chat." Having achieved her goal, Hanako put down her cutlery with a smile.

"Xiao Zhi, you must stay with everyone." After giving Xiao Zhi these instructions, she grabbed someone with one hand and they left together.

Just before leaving, she turned back and gave Ash a thumbs-up.

"This year has been quite successful, Ash! Keep up the good work!"

"I... thank you." Xiao Zhi wiped the sweat from his forehead hesitantly.

Xiao Lan was absolutely right; her mother was indeed providing support, and even stacking buffs for it.

He had every reason to believe that his "unrestrained" behavior this year stemmed from his mother's words the night before the Silver Tournament finals: "Good results, keep up the good work!"

Of course, the above was just a joke. The truth is, he's a hopeless scumbag who's always attracted to wonderful relationships and then actively pursues them...

I'm so grateful to the girls for their magnanimity that I haven't been hacked to pieces.

And then there were those wonderful encounters, and the feelings that gradually blossomed.

...

"Uh... I'm sorry, we might have come at the wrong time."

After their parents left, Ash and the others were chatting and laughing at the table when someone interrupted their mood.

Ash looked over curiously and found it was Grandpa Hala, with Guzma, who had just lost the match, by his side.

"Mr. Hala, is there something you need?" Although Xiaozhi was puzzled, he still let the man in and added two chairs for him.

However, Hala did not sit down, but instead brought Guzma to Ash.

"I'm sorry to bother you, but I'll get to the point..." Hala earnestly requested, "Ash, after the League is officially established, could you help Guzma find a way out?"

"His way out..." Ash was a little puzzled. "Why not just continue being a trainer? He just almost became a Champion. If he can challenge the Island Tour again and participate in another League Conference, he will still have a chance in the future."

"Tch, I'm not going to go through any tests like a kid, and I certainly won't bow down to the guardian spirit... Ouch!" Guzma complained, hands in his pockets, before being slapped down by the old man.

"I'm asking for your help right now, so you need to straighten out your attitude!" Hala scolded her with exasperation.

Ash understood; the old man actually understood Guzma's thoughts, but was just avoiding the core of the problem.

Guzma's predicament stemmed from his disagreement with the form of the island pilgrimage and the guardian deities, not from his lack of strength or character.

The solution is quite simple: as long as he steps out of this circle, he can find a new way out.

After all, people thrive when they move, just like trees die when they move.

“Guzma, you were brought here by Mr. Hala, so you must have wanted to change things,” Ash said seriously. “I can show you a way out… but you have to promise to follow my instructions from now on!”

"As long as you don't make me do those boring things, I'll do whatever you want." Guzma seemed firm, but he lowered his head slightly.

“Okay, Korrina!” Ash turned around and called to the rollerblading girl at the dining table, “Please tell Mr. Cocoble that I’ve found a pretty good apprentice for your family.”

"Hmm... He's no problem at all. I can even let him act as the manager for me~" Korni quickly swallowed the dessert in her mouth, not even having time to wipe the cream from the corner of her mouth, and immediately nodded repeatedly.

Guzma is definitely a master. If he were to inherit the Mega Evolution, he might immediately reach the Elite Four level!

Such talent will complement the Saro Dojo.

"Your so-called way out... is for me to become someone's apprentice?" Guzma stared wide-eyed in astonishment, thinking he had misheard.

But just as he thought of the thorn, he was kicked to the ground by Hala.

"Okay, I understand." He muttered helplessly, which was tantamount to acquiescing to the arrangement.

At least this way I can leave Alola, which is not bad...

"When you get there, treat Mr. Cocoble with the same respect you would show to Mr. Hala!" Ash solemnly warned. "As for what happens next, that's up to you to do."

"Okay, thank you..."

"Aren't you going to thank them right away?!"

Under the old man's strong encouragement, Guzma could only reluctantly express his gratitude.

In contrast, Hala's thanks were absolutely sincere.

He had already seen the keystone in Korne's hand and had a general understanding of the Inheritors, knowing that this was the most suitable path for Guzma to become stronger.

This unruly disciple has never liked Alola stuff and is also averse to Z-Moves. Let's just let him leave here and go and master the power of Mega Evolution.

If he could achieve something like Ilima and return home in glory, I wouldn't have to worry about him so much...

The dinner party ended quickly, and due to the unexpected incident, everyone seemed to have their own thoughts on their own.

After the event, Xiao Lan went to take care of her parents, and Lillie, Korini, Xiao Yao, and the others who had relatives there also chose to stay with their families.

Ash knew that everyone was touched, not only because of Hala and Guzma, but also because of Ash's parents.

They traveled all the way to Alora not just for this dinner, but also to be by their children's side during their most glorious and most critical times.

"Satoshi..." Sabrina suddenly called out to her as she was about to return to her room.

Seeing the expectation in her eyes, Xiaozhi had already guessed what she was thinking.

"After we finish this business, let's bring Auntie here. We'll be staying here permanently from now on, so it will be more convenient."

"Yes!" Naz's eyes lit up with joy, and she nodded vigorously.