Pokémon, Ash's art style is off!

"I detected a high-intensity reaction in this area, which means there must still be rare minerals hidden in the mountains!"

They had been wandering around Mount Tsukimi all day in search of minerals.

The reason is simple—I just don't have money.

Although the Rockets' monthly operating budget is quite substantial, these three clowns are just as capable of creating chaos as the others.

Musashi's monthly expenses on hair care and hairspray alone amount to a considerable sum.

Although Meowth is a Pokémon and not a battle-type Pokémon, it still loves to hide money!

As soon as the funds are allocated, they immediately withdraw a portion and hide it somewhere.

Anyone who dares to follow will get a taste of cat punches on the spot.

Kojiro goes without saying.

Tinkering with machines every day is a huge money drain.

The activity funds left for him were not enough, and he even had to spend his monthly salary to cover them. He even had to rely on Musashi and Meow Meow for meals.

In short, the Rockets' trio had a truly miserable month.

We had no choice but to rely on our own efforts.

As the three of them got deeper and deeper into their conversation, arguing their points and discussing everything from the principles of metal detection to the geological history of Nibi City, Xiaoxia finally couldn't take it anymore and stepped in.

"It's one thing for Xiao Zhi, but what's wrong with Xiao Gang?"

"They're the Rockets!"

"hold head high?"

Xiao Gang, who had been discussing until his mouth was dry, was suddenly dumbfounded.

"The Rockets?"

Xiao Gang looked at Xiao Zhi in disbelief.

"Yes, they are the Rockets."

Xiao Zhi nodded affirmatively.

"them?"

"Yes."

"They're from the Rockets!?"

"What do you mean (meow)?!" ×3

This unintentional question instantly ignited the pride of the three Rockets players.

"What do you mean 'they really are Team Rocket'?!" Jessie angrily tugged at the conspicuous red "R" logo on her shirt. "You squinty-eyed idiot! Open your eyes and look closely! Such standard uniforms! Who else could it be but Team Rocket?!"

Xiao Gang looked at the three of them with a strange expression.

To be honest, judging from Ash's familiar interactions with them, and considering how unreliable the two humans and one cat seemed, he thought these three were just ordinary trainers with unique fashion sense who loved cosplay!

That's why he spoke to Miaomiao so naturally and apologized to her before.

As for why this misunderstanding occurred...

Although Team Rocket has a prestigious reputation, it is the largest underground organization and the most notorious criminal force in the Kanto region.

But it was still an underground organization.

But since they've all gone underground, their strength naturally can't compare to that of the alliance.

Most of them can only do some small things in secret, involving some gray industries.

They were indeed arrogant for a while a few years ago, and caused several serious incidents of stealing trainers' Pokémon.

But after the league’s crackdown over the past few years, the Rockets’ members have mostly gone underground. They wouldn’t dare to run around the world in their uniforms like these three, and even come up with such a shameful entrance speech.

Such arrogant behavior, if caught by that dragon-type celestial king who can detect it by its scent...

Xiao Gang could only silently admire their courage.

"How are we not alike at all!"

Seeing that Xiaogang still looked doubtful, Kojiro felt greatly insulted.

"This is absolutely insulting, meow!"

The cat, who had just been praising her to the skies, also joined the chorus of condemnation.

"Come out, Arbok!"

"You're going too, Double Gas!"

"Meow! ...I'm not going to meow!"

In just one month, Meow Meow has accepted the fact that she is a complete weakling.

The atmosphere instantly became tense, and two Pokémon appeared on the field, forming a pincer movement!

"Those who know what's good for them won't resist!"

As the main force in combat, Musashi took a step forward with great momentum.

"Hurry up and hand over Ash, your money, and... Pikachu!"

"You're dreaming!"

Xiaoxia quickly clutched her wallet tightly, while her other hand reached for the Poké Ball at her waist.

"Pikachu! Ready for battle!"

Without saying a word, Pikachu immediately perked up and jumped down.

"100,000 volts!"

Xiao Zhi gave the order without hesitation.

After all, no one has trained to such a high level as him. For Pikachu, anything beyond seven steps is still faster than electricity!

The electric sacs on Pikachu's cheeks instantly burst forth with dazzling electric light.

Cultivating both physical and magical techniques!

Even with all the physical training, Pikachu has never forgotten that it is an Electric-type Pokémon!

How do you say "never forget your roots"? Never forget your roots!

Lightning flashed everywhere!

But this time, Kojiro and Musashi were clearly prepared.

"Dig a hole!"

"Black mist!"

Musashi and Kojiro's commands were given almost simultaneously.

Arbok deftly wrapped its tail around Weezing and plunged into the ground, causing the Thunderbolt attack to miss completely.

Meanwhile, the dual-explosive gas emitted thick black smoke, which quickly enveloped the entire battlefield.

"Meow ha ha ha ha!" Meowth laughed triumphantly, watching Pikachu twitching its ears and struggling to find its way in the black mist. "Useless, meow! We've already devised a strategy specifically to deal with you, meow..."

Under the cover of the black mist, let alone Pikachu, even if Ash dared to step in, he would be met with a thunderous attack from underground!

So what if you're strong?

Could he possibly see through this dense black fog?

Meow Meow hadn't finished speaking yet—

"Waterfall climbing!"

A huge, azure-blue figure burst out from the side, accompanied by the roar of a powerful current!

Gyarados was surrounded by surging water, as if riding a waterfall, and struck the unsuspecting Meowth with unstoppable force!

"Meow—!"

With a pitiful cry, it flew through the air in an arc and crashed down next to Musashi and Kojiro.

It was not good at fighting to begin with, and its eyes turned into vortexes, instantly rendering it unable to fight.

"I got it!"

The instigator on the side shouted.

With Gyarados as a powerful fighting force.

Today, Xiaoxia has returned to her peak!

"You, you...you're so despicable!"

How can you attack someone without letting them say a few trash words first!

Besides, Meow Meow said she wouldn't participate in the battle! How could you do that!

Is he still not a decent trainer?

Even Xiaoxia's teammates, Xiaozhi and Xiaogang, were shocked!

Just as Meowth fell, Gyarados, who had successfully launched a sneak attack and was initially a little guilty, flashed a red light in its eyes, and its aura instantly intensified!

Overconfidence triggers this!

There was no time to feel guilty; the power had already surged forth!

"Bite it! Avenge Meow Meow!"

Musashi immediately retaliated, his voice filled with fierceness.

From the black mist, Arbok burst out of the ground, kicking up a cloud of dust. Its gaping maw revealed venomous fangs that gleamed with a cold, purplish-black light. With a "crack," it bit down hard on Gyarados's side!

"Roar--!"

Gyarados roared in pain, but its eyes gleamed with ferocity!

"Gyarados, Water Tail!"

Xiaoxia quickly gave the order.