Why is my Pokémon acting a little weird?

Its gaze was deep and steady, and Rotom finally activated its translation function at this time.

"If possible, I would also like to travel with you, Lotor."

"But not yet. As the god of the island, I still have work to do. I can sense that there are things on this island that need to be driven away."

"Moo..."

Tapu Moo reached out his hand, touched Qiao Ran's cheek, and then retracted it.

"When you go to the world of those strange creatures, call me along. Ideally, you could bring my other friends along, too."

Tapu Moo acknowledged Qiao Ran's strength, but as the god of the island, it could not leave here easily. Moreover, Ula'la Island and Alola were facing a deeper crisis. If it left now, it would feel guilty.

"……I see."

After listening to Rotom's translation, Qiao Ran nodded slightly.

He also smiled and took the opportunity to rub Tapu Moo's head and touch the two long horns.

There aren't many opportunities to experience the feel of legendary Pokémon. Since we can't travel together now, at least we can satisfy our craving, right?

"Moo..."

Tapu, who was suddenly attacked by Qiao Ran, made a somewhat helpless sound. After running away a little, he looked back at Qiao Ran cautiously.

"puff."

Seeing it actually have such a reaction, Qiao Ran couldn't help but laugh.

When I first saw it fighting, I thought it was a creature with a more violent temper.

"Moo..."

"It said it had something else for you, Lotor."

"Eh?"

While Qiao Ran was still laughing, Tapu Moo suddenly appeared and seemed to stuff something into his hand.

"this is……"

Qiao Ran lowered his head and looked into his palm.

A shining prismatic object was lying there quietly.

"This is...z?"

Chapter 638 [Z Pure Crystal]

"Is this...Z pure crystal?"

Looking at the prismatic crystal in his hand that was shining with green light, Qiao Ran suddenly said the name of this thing.

Z-Pure Crystal is a very special ore that only exists in the Alola region and can only be mined from certain veins.

In the Alola region, trainers use this thing to unleash a power called "Z-Moves." This power is similar to mega evolutions, both requiring a high level of understanding between Pokémon and trainer. However, unlike mega evolutions that can last the entire battle, Z-Moves can only be used once.

"It is indeed a pure Z crystal... and it is a grass-attribute pure Z crystal."

Captain Acerola came over to take a look and immediately recognized the type of thing. As one of the captains in charge of the Alola region's island tours, she had the responsibility of handing over Z-Crystals to trainers, and she also had quite a few of these things at home.

"But I clearly remember that Z's power has lost its effect and cannot be used on the island, right?"

After the crisis, the Alola region lost the power of Z, so neither Acerola nor Mitsuki cared much about this during this period. Trainers are very pragmatic, and when a power can no longer be used, it doesn't take much time for them to adapt quickly.

"...There's no way to use it on the island, really..."

Qiao Ran actually knew about this matter a long time ago. Since he came to the Alola region, he had never seen any Alola locals use the power of Z. On the contrary, in the real world, he had seen someone use this power.

"It seems I have to continue asking that guy when I have a chance..."

Rotom is not the only mysterious guy. In Qiao Ran's heart, there are several similar people.

"Moo moo."

"I will awaken the power of Z."

"Eh?"

Rotom's translation stunned everyone. Even Qiao Ran, who was stroking his chin in thought, paused.

Tapu... does he actually have such ability?

In Qiao Ran's memory, the Z-power of the Alola region is actually the remnant of the power of a Pokémon from another world. In the legend of that Pokémon from another world, it has power and status comparable to Arceus. However, due to some accidents, its situation does not seem to be very good.

The remaining power it left in Alola manifested itself as Z-Crystals and certain special "auras." Under the influence of these auras, some Pokémon in Alola were "strengthened" and transformed into "dominant Pokémon" with enormous sizes and powerful combat abilities.

And did the Tapu on the surrounding islands also gain the ability to partially use this power during this process...?

"Moo moo."

As if to prove the truth of his words, after finishing these words, Tapu Moo's body immediately floated into the air. The "hat" on its head gradually closed, surrounding its body into the shape of a "jar". The bells under it swayed at the same time, performing a strange dance in the air.

"Jingle Bell……"

As the ringing sound spread, it seemed as if some power was being transmitted silently. Qiao Ran looked at the Z pure crystal in his hand. The originally dim prismatic crystal actually emitted a green light, as if it was filled with some kind of energy.

Similar lights were emitted from Mitsuki and Acerola's hands, especially from Mitsuki's backpack, where the light was so bright that it was a little scary.

"Uh...you actually have so many of these?" Qiao Ran couldn't help but twitch his mouth.

Looking at the light in Meiyue's bag, Qiao Ran suddenly felt that the one in his hand was not so fragrant.

"I want...I want you to take care of it!"

Miyue blushed. "These are all things I got during my adventures. Of course, I have to prepare more of the different types of Z-pure crystals."

Each Z-Crystal corresponds to an attribute, and there are more than ten kinds of Z-Crystals corresponding to special Pokémon. As a trainer striving to become the Alola champion, Mitsuki must of course collect all of these in her own hands.

However, putting a total of thirty or forty Z-pure crystals in the bag was obviously too spectacular.

"..."

Qiao Ran could only open his mouth wide and silently give her a thumbs up. He already knew that the physical constitutions of humans in different regions of the Pokémon world could not be generalized. Now, seeing Miyue running around with a bag of ore on her back, he finally began to understand everything.

"So, we can use the power of Z now?"

Aserola couldn't help but ask as he looked at the glowing purple crystal in his hand.

When facing Tapu Moo, she was obviously much more cautious and no longer had the same cheerful attitude as before. Perhaps this is the feeling of meeting a "god".

"

Moo…"

"It can be used within this island area, but beyond that, it's beyond my reach."

Rotom translated Tapu Moo's words promptly. After hearing these words, everyone couldn't help but show complicated expressions on their faces.

"Can it only be used on the island..."

Qiao Ran pursed his lips.

"Although it may not be of any use to our next actions, it should be good news for the people on the island, right?"

Everything has two sides. This may not be of any benefit to them who are going to other islands next, but for those who continue to live on the island, it is definitely a huge help.

"Yes, with this, Ula'la Island will surely recover soon!"

Acerola could no longer hold back the smile on his face.

If she wasn't a little reserved, Qiao Ran doubted whether she would have excitedly grabbed Tapu Moo and given it a hug.

The conversation between Tapu Moo and Qiao Ran and the others lasted for a long time. With Rotom's translation, everyone exchanged their ideas.

It seemed really grateful to Qiao Ran and Jiuwei, but in the current situation, it really had no way to escape.

"Moo..."

"If you go to other islands, please help them."

"This world is slowly collapsing and sinking. If they're gone, the Alola region will surely be affected too..."

Before leaving, Tapu Moo also expressed his thoughts to Qiao Ran very solemnly.

As the local guardian gods of Alola, they may not have as strong power as those in the legends of other regions, but they are irreplaceable in this land.

Only with their existence can this land be peaceful and normal.

And the only one who can do all this...is probably the boy standing in front of it.

Chapter 639 [Yes, Loto]

After saying goodbye to Tapu Moo, Qiao Ran and the others also left the Harvest Ruins and found a relatively open and safe place, preparing to return to the real world first.

It is getting late now and the temperature in the desert is getting colder. It is not a good idea to stay in the desert any longer. Even if you need to leave the desert, it is better to wait until dawn.

However, what puzzled Qiao Ran was...

"So, those things just now are rewards?"

"Yes, Loto."

Rotom shook his screen with great confidence. A reward was a reward, but if the reward itself had other meanings, then that was all it could be.

"And you agreed, Master, Loto."

Qiao Ran was also present when Tapu Moo said those words, so when he thought of the previous situation, Qiao Ran couldn't help but sigh.

"What should I do? I can't take it away by force."

Although Tapu Moo was a rare Pokémon, in that state, it probably had very little physical strength left. Even if Qiao Ran came at it forcefully, it probably wouldn't have much room to resist.

Although——Qiao Ran would not do these things.

"...The reward doesn't have to be for me. It can be given to other people on this island."

Qiao Ran could only comfort himself in this way.

After all, there are many people in this world who need this reward more than he does. If there is no island, if there is no Alola, if there is no world, what is the point of him becoming a trainer?

As an adventurer, it is impossible to abandon the destination of your adventure.

It is not a good habit to focus on a small reward.

"...I suddenly feel like my vision has grown."

Qiao Ran couldn't help but touch his chin, while Meiyue beside him couldn't help but click her tongue.

"What are you talking to yourself all of a sudden? You're saying some weird things."

Could it be that something went wrong when this guy traveled to that broken world?

"Are you feeling unwell? If you are, you need to go back and rest."

Mei also looked over with some worry. After all, no one knew the situation in that broken world. Even Tapu Moo was unconscious there. Could it be that Qiao Ran was really infected by something strange and became weird?

"No, I'm fine."

For a moment, Qiao Ran was a little confused about whether Mei Yi was concerned about him or secretly insulting him. However, seeing her worried eyes, he finally didn't say anything.

Although no one else knew when he disappeared, they still cared about him.

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Return to the hotel in the real world and open several new rooms.

Qiao Ran and the others were finally able to relax after nearly a month-long adventure. During this time, they climbed the second highest mountain in Alola, rescued everyone on it, and then escorted them to the settlement in Po Town. Finally, they came to the Harvest Altar and experienced even more incredible things one after another.

"This past month... I feel more exhausted than the two or three months I spent adventuring before."

"really."

Mei and Mitsuki both felt that this month had been too full. Every day, they had nothing but battles and journeys. Although the Pokémon's strength was improving rapidly, if they continued like this every day, neither the Pokémon nor they themselves would be able to withstand such high pressure.

"...Then next time we head to other islands, let's take it slow."

Qiao Ran also fell directly on the bed in the hotel without any image. During this journey, in addition to being a trainer, he also had to use the power of waves and the power of Changpan. He had to be a scout and a nanny. He was basically doing three jobs at the same time. It was impossible for him to say that he was not tired.

Although we rested for a while when we were going down the mountain, the fatigue accumulated during the journey was not so easy to dissipate.

The girls gathered together to chat, sort out what had happened during this period, and then took turns to wash up. As for Qiao Ran, he lay on the bed and caught a Rotom that was trying to sneak back to the frontier.

"By the way...is there anything else you haven't finished talking about?"

"Wh...what is it, Loto?"

A drop of sweat fell on Rotom's screen, and he began to play dumb.