Pokémon: Starting with Lucario and Gardevoir

The Four Heavenly Kings believed that as long as things continued this way...

It won't be long before we capture the leader of Team Galactic, Akatsuki!

Hao Yan glanced at the messy Team Galactic warehouse and said, "Report back to me if there are any new developments. I'm going back to Shenhe Town first..."

After saying that, he left Charizard behind and recalled the other Pokémon.

With a flap of its wings, the fire-breathing dragon soared into the sky.

Seeing Haoyan leave, apart from the slightly older Kikuno, the other three Heavenly Kings all silently breathed a sigh of relief.

Haoyan's oppressive aura was too strong; even if it wasn't directed at them, they felt immense pressure.

... ...

Zhenxing fled back to Team Galactic's headquarters like a rat crossing the street.

They stood before the blazing sun, their faces covered in dust and dirt.

If you don't look closely, you might mistake him for a down-on-his-luck beggar.

Even Huo Xing, who was at odds with Zhen Xing, couldn't bear to see Zhen Xing like this.

"Reporting to the leader, our warehouse in Veiled City has been destroyed by that demon..."

"However, I brought the things back..."

Zhenxing took a small, exquisitely crafted device and placed it on the table.

Chi Ri showed no particular emotion at the sight of his team members in such a sorry state.

Pointing to Hades, who was in charge of the research, he said, "The research can begin."

"Yes!"

A middle-aged man with an unconventional hairstyle carefully took the equipment.

Just as Hades was about to leave, Crimson Sun called out to him, "Hades, hurry up!"

"If we're too slow, we'll suffer even greater losses!"

"I don't want to jeopardize our plans to create a new world!"

"Time is running out for Team Galaxy..."

"Yes!"

Hades felt a chill run down his spine. The continuous losses in recent days had almost pushed the Galactic Team to the brink of collapse.

If this continues, the Galaxy team may be doomed.

... ...

Chapter 545 Ripples in Zhulan's Heart

Shenhe Town.

The Four Heavenly Kings are gathered and giving Haoyan a work report.

"We interrogated the members of the Galaxy Team overnight, and they were all low-ranking members."

"They don't know where the Galactic Team's headquarters is, nor do they know the whereabouts of the Crimson Sun."

Kikuno, the oldest of the Sinnoh Elite Four, said.

"For this reason, we have dispatched all our investigators."

"Gather all information related to Team Galactic!"

"However, based on the intensity of our crackdown recently, it's safe to say that almost 80% of the Galaxy team's players have been captured."

"They probably won't show their faces easily during this period of time."

Haoyan nodded, knowing that Team Galaxy had been established for many years.

It's impossible to wipe them all out in a short period of time.

Moreover, each of the Four Heavenly Kings has a huge dark circle under their eyes.

It's clear they've been working very hard lately.

Haoyan turned to look at Zhulan, who was sitting next to him in casual clothes, and asked for her opinion: "Zhulan, what do you think?"

That's right, Zhu Lan has woken up from her coma.

During the time Haoyan spent in Shenhe Town, he used the power of Changpan every day to help Zhulan recover.

However, having just recovered from a serious illness, my body is still somewhat weak overall.

"You can make the decision..." Zhu Lan smiled gently.

During the time she was unconscious, Hao Yan helped her deal with the miscellaneous items in the Sinnoh region.

They also took on the task of attacking the Galaxy team.

“Alright…” Hao Yan turned to the Elite Four and gave the order: “The search for Team Galactic must continue. We can’t stop.”

"Try to find their headquarters!"

"At the same time, additional personnel will be deployed to Ruizhi Lake, Xinqi Lake, and Lizhi Lake."

"These three places may be where the legendary Pokémon of the lake may appear."

"We can't let Team Galaxy have a chance!"

"Yes!"

"Yes!"

The Four Heavenly Kings accepted their orders and departed.

... ...

"Haoyan, thank you!"

“I heard from Grandma that you came from Chenglong Island as soon as you received the call.”

After the Four Heavenly Kings left, Zhu Lan smoothed her disheveled hair and thanked Hao Yan.

Perhaps due to her injury, Zhu Lan lacked some of her champion's heroic spirit.

It has gained nine-tenths of the gentle charm that belongs to a woman.

Especially when she wears cute loungewear, her every move exudes a charming and adorable womanly aura.

"It's a small matter..."

"You are one of my few friends."

"Friends should help each other..." Hao Yan smiled, not taking Zhu Lan's gratitude to heart.

Zhu Lan heard Hao Yan say that she was one of the few friends he had.

A slight joy welled up inside me.

But upon closer reflection, Haoyan only considered her a friend.

I felt a little disappointed.

Cynthia is the champion of the Sinnoh region.

She is truly a favored daughter of heaven!

Outstanding appearance, powerful abilities, and illustrious family background.

She can be described as the perfect match that countless men dream of.

However, among thousands of men, Zhu Lan doesn't have many choices.

After all, she couldn't possibly choose a man weaker than herself as a partner.

When she woke up from her coma, she learned that Haoyan had come to help her without hesitation.

Furthermore, I learned this from the Four Heavenly Kings.

To avenge her, Hao Yan single-handedly took on the entire Galaxy Team.

Under relentless attacks, the Galaxy team crumbled.

Haoyan's actions stirred a slight ripple in Zhulan's heart.

"By the way, how have you been feeling these past few days?" Haoyan asked.

He plans to hand over the Sinnoh regional champion title to Cynthia once she has fully recovered.

Although he temporarily took over as champion and dealt a blow to the Galaxy team, he achieved remarkable results.

However, he disliked the busy official duties of a champion.

What he longs for more is freedom.

To travel freely throughout the entire Pokémon world.

"It's...much better now..."

"Thank you for your concern..." Zhu Lan smiled gently, jokingly adding, "I asked Miss Joey this morning, and she said I'm recovering very quickly..."

She also said that I would be fully recovered in just half a month!

"Then I can finally eat my favorite ice cream..."

When ice cream is mentioned, Zhu Lan, this adorable mature woman, lights up like a little girl.

"Hehe, in another half month, it will be January!"

"Where will you buy ice cream in this cold weather..." Haoyan said with a laugh.

He changed his previous indifferent attitude towards the Sinnoh Elite Four.

Haoyan only reveals his true nature when he is with people he knows well.

"I don't care, if they don't sell it, I'll just learn how to make it myself..." Zhu Lan said with a charming smile and a hint of coquetry.

She quite liked the current state of things, where Ke Haoyan chatted casually.

Lucario walked in while the two were chatting.