Ash's Pokémon Travel Has Big Problems

"Ho-Oh's will is not only to select heroes, but also to maintain balance and heal wounds."

"That land and the innocent lives living in it... must not be harmed because of this."

"We also need to dispel some of the gloom in this trial."

It seems a bit convoluted to say.

But in layman's terms...

Emperor Yan: Old friend, since you're already here, why don't you just hold your nose and purify that place this time?

Ok.

In theory, Suicune doesn't need to come to the Rainbow Trial.

This is Marcia's mission.

It was only because Mashado came that Emperor Yan also came.

After conducting an on-site investigation, Emperor Yan decided that he could trick his old buddy into coming over.

Although Emperor Yan had a majestic appearance, he was very gentle at heart.

Shuijun remained silent for a moment, knowing that what Yandi said made sense...

But...aren't you being biased?

Never mind, this kind of thing is not important.

Suijun raised his head and looked at Yandi, asking the most crucial question: "Is your reserve of sacred fire still sufficient?"

Purifying the environment is just a piece of cake for Shui Jun.

If the environment hadn't been thoroughly purified, Pokémon like Grimer and Muk wouldn't have been able to survive.

It had already purified all these areas long ago.

Sludge Pokémon are still Pokémon, and they have the same right to live in this world.

Similarly, there are trash bag Pokémon like the ripped bag Pokémon, and junkyard Pokémon like the dusty mountain Pokémon.

These types of Pokémon all arose alongside the development of human society.

The sacred fire of Emperor Yan originated from the Phoenix King and is the supreme flame that creates life and purifies.

The Flame Emperor's attributes were suitable, and as the Phoenix King's messenger, he was granted the right to use it, but this power was not inexhaustible.

Emperor Yan let out a deep laugh, filled with absolute confidence:

"Don't worry... If it's about bringing scorched earth back to life, reviving the dead, or forcibly reversing life and death like Ho-Oh... I really can't do that."

"But if it's limited to a certain range..."

It paused, the air around it slightly distorted due to the high temperature.

"My flames are enough to cleanse filth and heal wounds."

"As long as they have not completely entered the underworld and their soul has not yet dissipated, the sacred fire can pull them back from the brink of death and give them new life."

"More than enough to heal ordinary Pokémon trapped in pollution."

This is not boasting, but rather stems from the understanding accumulated over a century of mission.

The power of the sacred fire is extremely high. For mortal injuries and contamination, as long as the quantity is sufficient, it can indeed have a near-miraculous healing effect.

The reason why Suijun and Entei's ideas are so down-to-earth is because they are not very old.

They were resurrected 150 years ago.

That means he's probably over 150, but he's unlikely to be over 200.

Despite constantly traveling around, he hasn't become a stubborn old man.

As Shui Jun listened, the last trace of doubt in his eyes vanished.

It gracefully turned around, facing the general direction of Black Cloud City, as if it could already smell the faint scent of pollution carried by the wind from that distant place.

"Since that's the case... then let's leave it at that." Suijun's voice returned to its cool and calm tone.

"After the trial is over, I will dispel the toxic fog that shrouds the area and guide clean water and air."

Theoretically, purifying the environment is not part of the Rainbow Trial... but we've already come all this way.

"It is my duty," Emperor Yan replied succinctly, turning his massive body in the same direction.

"The trial is about to begin. We need to ensure that land will not be the end for that young hero, but rather the beginning of his journey."

Whether the trial was successful or not was not important to Emperor Yan.

As long as no one dies.

He is indeed a very kind Pokémon.

Entei has a very good temper... He hasn't been too harsh on any trainers who tried to capture him recently.

Highlighting one thing: [goodness].

Suijun remained silent.

It raised its head slightly, and a denser mixture of ice crystals and water vapor began to emanate from its body.

The outline of Black Cloud City is faintly visible on the distant horizon.

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(That's all for today... I can't write anymore... emm)

Chapter 147 Ash Ketchum personally launched the attack.

The wheels rolled over the last stretch of neatly paved road on the western outskirts of Rainbow City, leaving the hustle and bustle of the city and the fragrance of flowers far behind.

Ash and his friends officially embarked on Route 16, which leads to Dark Cloud City.

Compared to the wide main road leading to Golden City, the scenery here appears more primitive and wild.

The road is flanked by dense forests, and sunlight filters through the layers of leaves, casting dappled shadows on the ground.

The air was filled with the fresh scent of earth and grass, and occasionally the calls of unknown birds could be heard.

It is filled with the breath of nature.

...Okay, that's a nicer way of putting it.

To put it bluntly, it means entering the forest and getting away from human habitation.

Apart from the main roads that are regularly maintained, the other roads are not in good condition.

In particular, many people prefer sea freight.

Ash sat on his bicycle, one hand on the handlebars and the other holding a Pokédex, his brow slightly furrowed.

The screen displays a message from a special contact; the sender's profile picture is a grinning cat.

[Meow: I heard some members went to Black Cloud City... Be careful... Meow...]

"Team Rocket... Dark Cloud City..." Ash murmured to himself.

Meow Meow's reminder was still very useful to him.

However, this news was incomplete and unsubstantiated, and no one knew what would happen in Black Cloud City.

If it were just a regular Rockets team.

So Brock brought two more of his main Pokémon with him.

With three Gym Leaders as their main force, Brock could easily beat Bishaus into a complete idiot.

Of course, this must be done outside of a city.

If the fighting takes place in a city, the only option is to run away.

There's no way around it; a gentleman can be deceived by his own methods.

Unless he's about to die, Xiao Gang wouldn't be able to fight with all his might in the city.

Moreover... Black Cloud City.

—That city was famous for its industry…and now the environment is said to be very bad, as it handles more than 80% of the waste disposal work for the Kanto Alliance.

What are the Rockets going there for?

Ash really didn't think there was anything Team Rocket could target in Dark Cloud City.

Is it really possible for a terrorist organization to attack a garbage recycling station?

Could it be that the Rockets have developed some new technology for waste resource processing and recycling?

You can apply directly to the alliance.

It couldn't be that they're after Black Cloud City's resources, could it?

...This is ridiculous.

So the only possibility is... Kroos?

After all, this is the only enemy they can't get along with.

"Xiao Zhi, what's wrong?" Xiao Xia, who was riding next to him, noticed his unusual behavior and turned her head to ask.

“It’s a message from Meowth,” Ash turned his Pokédex screen toward her and Brock, who was standing a little behind. “It’s reminding us that some Team Rocket members have headed toward Black Cloud City.”

Xiao Gang thought for a moment and calmly began to analyze: "Black Cloud City used to be a famous industrial city... but now it is a city-scale garbage disposal station, plus resource recycling and remanufacturing."

"Through the new technology of supercritical fluids, materials are directly corroded and decomposed... Waste recycling has very low costs, so it's very profitable..."

"but……"

Xiao Gang thought about his impression of the Rockets.

The idea of ​​the Rockets getting involved in the waste recycling industry is too abstract.

If you're just going to make money honestly, then why bother with the Rockets?

Why not just start a new recycling company?

Hard to understand.

Xiaoxia pursed her lips: "How much can we trust what that cat says? It might be a trap?"

"No, it won't." Ash put away his Pokédex and looked at the dense grove of trees ahead. "It won't lie to me... Anyway, we'll just have to be careful."

The Pikachu on his shoulder also made a "Pika" sound, its cheek flashing with electricity, indicating its agreement.

Pikachu: I'm much stronger now!

Pikachu: Bring it on, shall we?

The Misdreavus perched on Ash's head looked around curiously, full of interest in everything in the forest.

The three continued on their way, and the forest grew increasingly deep and secluded.

Suddenly, a commotion broke the tranquility of the woods as a noise came from the fork in the road ahead.

The sound was a mixture of Pokémon's angry roars, humans' anxious shouts, and the explosive sounds of skills colliding.

"There's something ahead!" Ash's eyes sharpened, and he immediately increased his pedaling speed.

Xiaoxia and Xiaogang quickly followed.

After turning past a dense thicket of bushes, the sight before them startled the three of them.

In a clearing in the woods, a young male and female trainer stood back to back, looking tense.

They were surrounded by a large group of ferocious-looking monkey monsters.

Several larger and more enraged fiery monkeys were also watching from the sidelines, constantly emitting threatening roars.

The girl had brown hair and usually wore a blue top and white shorts, carrying a green backpack.

It's worth noting that she was wearing black stockings at such a young age!

Standing beside her was a haughty, penguin-like prince.

Prince Bo flapped his wingtips repeatedly, unleashing sharp water waves to repel the monkey monsters that tried to approach.

But it was clearly a huge drain on his energy, leaving him breathless.