In the game: I stole Groudon at the start.

As far as Bakura knows, Lance is currently the champion of the Kanto Regional League!

He is also the strongest champion in the world on the Trainers website right now!

The name of Dragon Ferryman is practically legendary.

"Yu Longdu is indeed too strong; his dragon is almost invincible."

Kukui sighed and smiled bitterly, his listless expression proving that he had no lingering resentment towards that battle.

That red-haired youth who controlled a dragon-type Pokémon and was as proud and dazzling as the sun was truly the most terrifying opponent he had ever encountered in his life.

"The league ultimately doesn't want to establish a league in Alola. As everyone knows, Lance is the strongest champion in the history of the Kanto League. They are simply making things difficult for Kukui."

Seeing Kukui's dejected appearance, Cheng Ye Da Mu was also feeling bad. Kukui had almost sacrificed everything for Alola.

His efforts were witnessed by both Cheng Ye and Daiki, and Daiki was genuinely indignant on Kukui's behalf.

The League's decision to have Kukui challenge Lance is clearly intended to discourage Kukui from making any more futile efforts and to encourage him to wait patiently for the League's next move.

"They're just not as skilled, and the League hasn't done anything wrong. Alora right now... sigh~"

Kukui shook his head upon hearing this; he certainly understood the League's purpose in doing so.

Until the crisis and mysteries surrounding Ultra Beasts are fully resolved, how can the League dare to confidently establish a branch league in Alola?

After all, the establishment of the Alola League will inevitably bring a lot of buzz and popularity to Alola, attracting trainers from all over the world to come and challenge it.

What if something dangerous happens then?

"In fact, why do we have to rely on the Pokémon League to form the Alola League?"

Bakura gazed at the two, his wine-red eyes gleaming, and his smiling words reached Kukui and Naruya.

Even the faint sound of the wind seemed to stop. Kukui and Bakura were both startled, then frowned and looked at Bakura.

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(Sorry, I woke up early this morning to run errands, then fell asleep in the afternoon and slept until 11 pm... Sorry, sorry.)

Chapter 17 Ether Paradise is willing to provide (ask for everything)

This time is far from peaceful; currently, almost every region has its own evil organizations. And the largest underground criminal organization is undoubtedly Team Rocket, which now spans the Kanto region!

They steal trainers' prized Pokémon and conduct illegal experiments, but none of these things can threaten the Pokémon League's rule!

The Pokémon League has held the world's throne for over a hundred years. Although its history has not been particularly peaceful, evil organizations still exist in every region today.

Even in the shadows, there are selfish and self-serving entities like the Hunter's Alliance, and wealthy families and merchants can become monsters consumed by dark desires.

But so what?

The Pokémon League is too strong!

Each regional league has four Heavenly Kings representing the pinnacle of combat power, as well as a Heavenly Kings champion!

That's enough to deal with any opponent!

Not to mention the large number of police officers and various trump cards. No one knows exactly how many tricks this world hegemon, which has been entrenched for over a century, has up its sleeve.

Moreover, it is now universally acknowledged that the Pokémon League represents justice! This is the most important point!

Almost all organizations that oppose the Elf Alliance are like stinking rats in the gutter, hated by everyone!

This is the most terrifying thing!

Creating a brand new power is extremely difficult, and Bakura was well aware of this from the beginning.

But that's precisely why he wanted to do it.

Otherwise, it would be too boring, wouldn't it?

"What do you mean, Bakura?"

Kukui and Naruya Oki looked at each other, both noticing the deep furrow in each other's brows.

They were all clever and intelligent people, so they understood Bakura's idea after a little thought.

But that's precisely why they frowned.

"Isn't Dr. Kukui's dream to establish the Alola League?"

Bakura chuckled softly, gently spinning the red Poké Ball in his hand, his eyes flashing.

"But... wouldn't doing this anger the Elf League?"

Kukui frowned even more deeply; he dreamed of establishing the Alola League to vindicate Alola.

But I don't want to push Alola into the fire!

The Pokémon League is now a world-class power, and it's no joke if someone were to establish the Alola League on their own!

“That’s right, this matter is not to be underestimated, Bakura, this is no joke.”

"Success," Daiki said solemnly to Bakura. He spoke in this way because he liked the Alola region.

The Elf Alliance can tolerate the existence of evil organizations on its territory, but it also tries its best to suppress them.

However, if an alliance is formed without authorization, that would be quite unusual.

"But does the professor have a better way to make Alola famous?"

Bakura countered with a question to Kukui, the Poké Ball in his hand spinning even faster, his eyes flashing with a sharp light.

Kukui remained silent upon hearing this.

"It's been so many years, and you've been to Kanto at least once a year, Doctor, but the League has never taken us Alola seriously."

Bakura's lips curled into a slight, sarcastic smile.

"Ultimately, they are worried about the dangers of the Ultimate Hole, but why don't they take any real action to investigate it?"

The Pokémon League now has international police investigating Ultra Caves in Alola, and has even established a special department to target Ultra Beasts.

However, it was actually completely useless.

Over the years, they have gained almost nothing, and the alliance has never increased its efforts or sent more personnel to investigate.

"Let's not even talk about the fact that there has almost never been a large-scale incident involving Ultra Beasts in Alola throughout history."

"From another perspective, Alola is dispensable to the League. If they are really only worried about the dangers of Ultra Beasts."

"Then shouldn't the most dangerous region, Alola, be the one that most deserves to form an alliance?"

Bakura's sarcastic smile deepened, and his mocking tone silenced both Kukui and Bakura.

Although it sounds a bit far-fetched, Bakura's way of understanding it is indeed perfectly reasonable.

Kukui closed his eyes tightly, his face calm and seemingly lost in thought, but judging from the constant rise and fall of his chest, he was experiencing great emotional turmoil.

"Even so, it would be too difficult for Alola to develop on its own. Not to mention how long it would take to truly gain worldwide attention without the support of the League's resources."

"Furthermore, if Alola really wants to break free from the Pokémon League, it will inevitably face hostility and suppression from the League, which will be very difficult for Alola."

"The alliance's foundation and power go far beyond what is on the surface."

After a long silence, Da Mu shook his head and said, "Of course, Bakura's statement may have some merit."

But how easy is it to truly develop a region?

Aside from the abundance of resources, without the prestige boost from the League, the Alola region actually has no advantage over other regions.

Alora is an archipelago consisting of four islands, and its area is much smaller than other regions.

Although Alola has not yet established a regional league, it is nominally under the jurisdiction of the Pokémon League.

Wanting to develop independently is, in a word, tantamount to betrayal!

It's no wonder the Pokémon League is hostile to the Alola region, given that they abandoned the Pokémon League as a backer.

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Chapter 18 Bakura: Groudon, can you fly? (Seeking everything)

"Principal Cheng is worrying too much. I never said I wanted to break away from the Pokémon League."

Bakura chuckled softly, looking at Naruto and Oki's furrowed face as he spoke slowly.

Kukui and Naruya Oki were both taken aback.

"We can develop Alola just as well without relying on the League, so does that conflict with leaving the League?"

Seemingly understanding their thoughts, Bakura shrugged and chuckled.

He certainly hopes that Alora can become independent from the league, but it's not the right time now.

The Pokémon League's reputation is no joke, and Alola doesn't have the confidence to challenge it now.

Just as Cheng Ye.Da Mu had worried, if Alola were to announce its withdrawal from the Pokémon League at this time...

It will definitely bring a lot of prestige to the Alola region, making it famous throughout the world, but it will also be absolutely infamous!

"Does Bakura have any good ideas?"

Hearing that he wasn't leaving the Pokémon League, Kukui breathed a sigh of relief, but still looked at Bakura with a puzzled expression.

Although they didn't have a good impression of the League after listening to Bakura's words, it was unfortunate that Alola did need to rely on the League.

"Arora needs to change. The key to attracting tourists to Arora is its beautiful attractions and distinctive regional culture."

Bakura smiled, lay down on an empty beach chair, and held up a red Poké Ball with his eyes slightly gleaming.

"The general impression of Alora around the world is that it is a huge tourist resort, which is actually a great advantage of us."

"But with that alone, we can't attract trainers to Alola; we'll only attract tourists."

Upon hearing Bakura's words, Kukui and Naruya Oki pondered, realizing that he was indeed correct.

Alora is famous for its beautiful scenery, but the only people who come here are tourists, and that can't be changed.

But what is the main theme of this world?

Elf!