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Chapter 159
Chapter 1044: Groudon Is Probably Going to Get Flamed
2024-05-15 Author: Samsung Charmander (Author Name)
After passing through Route 113, which was perennially covered in volcanic ash, Ash and his friends soon arrived at a small town.
Fallarbor Town.
This was an agricultural town, with its houses and streets also coated in a thick layer of volcanic ash.
This volcanic ash, however, was a high-quality natural fertilizer. The soil, rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, allowed vast tracts of farmland to be cultivated around Fallarbor Town.
Even though the temperature wasn't particularly high, the crops still grew lushly.
A Grass-type Pokémon using the move Ingrain here could even recover a greater amount of stamina.
Ash, Brock, and Blue traveled at a leisurely pace, finally entering the town proper as night fell.
"The Fallarbor Pokémon Contest will be held the day after tomorrow!"
A huge advertisement board at the entrance of the Pokémon Center instantly captured the trio's attention.
Ash scratched his head. After his miserable defeat last time, he didn't have much desire to redeem himself in a Pokémon Contest.
If victory was simply about making the opponent unable to battle, without the scoring system, he would have kept participating. But as it was, his interest was minimal.
"A Pokémon Contest? Not bad. We could go watch!"
Brock's eyes, however, began to burn with passion. A competition like this was sure to have plenty of beautiful older girls.
"A Pokémon Contest, huh..."
Blue, on the other hand, held onto the advertisement board, lost in thought.
Unlike Brock or Ash, she hadn't had a clear goal or direction from the start. She was still living a life of taking things as they came.
Subconsciously, Blue didn't even feel there was anything wrong with this way of thinking.
In life, being happy is enough.
However, having successfully obtained a Normal Rank Ribbon last time proved that Blue had a decent talent for being a Pokémon Coordinator.
"Hmm, I guess I could give it a try..."
Blue nodded, making up her mind.
Of course, this wasn't because she now had a dream of becoming a Pokémon Coordinator, but simply from the thought, "Since I won once, I should keep winning."
"In that case, let's just stay here for two days."
Ash nodded, not rushing them at all.
He had already collected half of the Badges, so he had plenty of time and was in no hurry to get back on the road.
The group had just handed their Pokémon over to Nurse Joy to be healed and were chatting and eating leisurely in the rest lobby.
"Beep! We interrupt this program with an emergency broadcast!"
Just then, the public television nearby suddenly switched to a news channel.
Ash and the others were very familiar with the person on screen; it was the reporter, Marnie, whom they had met once before.
And the background was Mt. Chimney, which they had just left a few days ago.
It seemed that Reporter Marnie was currently at the plaza on the summit of Mt. Chimney.
"Team Magma made a high-profile announcement today stating that their leader recently received a divine dream from Groudon, the God of the Land. The dream foretold that a terrifying volcanic eruption will occur at Mt. Chimney in three days. They hope the public will evacuate safely under Groudon's guidance."
Miss Marnie reported with a solemn expression. It appeared to be a live broadcast.
When the news broke, even the Pokémon League officials were shocked.
But geological experts had already conducted surveys, and Mt. Chimney was unlikely to have a large-scale volcanic eruption for at least a century. At most, it would spew fertile volcanic ash towards Fallarbor Town and Route 113 once a year, as it always did.
However, Team Magma had guaranteed it with their organization's honor, speaking with such conviction that the League officials were momentarily at a loss.
Ultimately, however, it was the three Officer Jennys stationed at Mt. Chimney who brought them a message, informing them of the bomb incident as well.
Without evidence, they naturally couldn't do anything to Team Magma.
"But after an overnight investigation by our experts, we have determined that it is impossible for Mt. Chimney to erupt within the next ten years. We hope everyone will trust in science and not cause any panic."
In the end, the television station framed the incident as a contest between science and metaphysics.
Team Magma, with their dream from Groudon, was clearly on shakier ground in the face of science.
This was a great opportunity for the Pokémon League to deal a heavy blow to Team Magma's reputation!
"So it really was that guy from Team Magma who planted the bomb. Those guys...!"
Ash's brow furrowed. It would have been one thing if Team Magma had said nothing, but by speaking out, they had essentially admitted to planting the bombs.
Seeing the confused looks on his two companions' faces, he told them about the bombs inside Mt. Chimney.
If he and Entei hadn't coincidentally participated in that Fighting Tournament, Team Magma might have actually succeeded in becoming "saviors" in the eyes of the public.
Now, the volcano would not erupt. The ever-so-confident Team Magma would not only be flamed by the public for spreading rumors and bear the infamy of "sorcery and pseudoscience," but Team Aqua would also likely be watching them like a pack of wolves.
"In that case, Groudon is probably going to get flamed too," Brock couldn't help but say.
After all, the idol has to pay for the fans' actions.
Team Magma had always acted in the name of their faith in the God of the Land. They even managed Groudon's fan clubs, forums, and trending topics online.
Although Groudon had never acknowledged them, in the public's eye, Team Magma was Groudon's envoy in the human world.
It was just like in the Kanto Region; if the Legendary Beasts were to burn, pillage, and stomp on crops, Ho-Oh would be the one to get flamed in the end.
"Does this mean Team Aqua is about to make their move?"
Ash's brows furrowed deeply. These two organizations were like dogs fighting each other; he disliked both of them.
As expected, the Hoenn Region was too chaotic. His hometown, with only Team Rocket, was more comfortable.
Although they held absolute power, at least life was relatively stable.
Thanks to the officials' strong assurances, Team Magma's "prophetic dream" incident didn't cause much of a stir.
This, in turn, made Team Magma fly into a rage.
Ignoring the established timeline, the senior executive, Huoyan, directly detonated the bomb!
They were going to make the entire world understand the consequences of underestimating Team Magma!
"..."
But then, nothing happened.
Standing on the outskirts of Mauville City and gazing toward Mt. Chimney, the Team Magma senior executive, Huoyan, was pressing the button in his hand so hard it was about to break.
Still, nothing happened.
But next to Huoyan, the Team Magma leader, Maxie, wore a grim face, resembling a volcano on the verge of eruption.
"Uh, Boss, there must be something wrong...!!"
The portly Huoyan instantly grew flustered.
But Maxie didn't care about any of that, because he was the one who had been on camera making the announcement!
This guy had come to him, confidently proposing this plan, and now the bomb wouldn't detonate. Team Magma would lose all face because of this!
Could he be an undercover agent sent by Team Aqua?
"Hmph, listen here, Huoyan. The words are already out. I don't care what method you use, you must detonate Mt. Chimney within five days... Otherwise, I'll shove you right into Mt. Chimney's magma!!"
Maxie snorted coldly, genuinely furious.
Then, without a second glance at Huoyan's expression, he left in a rage, leaving Huoyan to stare blankly at the bomb detonator.
(end of chapter)
2024-05-15 Author: Samsung Charmander (Author Name)
After passing through Route 113, which was perennially covered in volcanic ash, Ash and his friends soon arrived at a small town.
Fallarbor Town.
This was an agricultural town, with its houses and streets also coated in a thick layer of volcanic ash.
This volcanic ash, however, was a high-quality natural fertilizer. The soil, rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, allowed vast tracts of farmland to be cultivated around Fallarbor Town.
Even though the temperature wasn't particularly high, the crops still grew lushly.
A Grass-type Pokémon using the move Ingrain here could even recover a greater amount of stamina.
Ash, Brock, and Blue traveled at a leisurely pace, finally entering the town proper as night fell.
"The Fallarbor Pokémon Contest will be held the day after tomorrow!"
A huge advertisement board at the entrance of the Pokémon Center instantly captured the trio's attention.
Ash scratched his head. After his miserable defeat last time, he didn't have much desire to redeem himself in a Pokémon Contest.
If victory was simply about making the opponent unable to battle, without the scoring system, he would have kept participating. But as it was, his interest was minimal.
"A Pokémon Contest? Not bad. We could go watch!"
Brock's eyes, however, began to burn with passion. A competition like this was sure to have plenty of beautiful older girls.
"A Pokémon Contest, huh..."
Blue, on the other hand, held onto the advertisement board, lost in thought.
Unlike Brock or Ash, she hadn't had a clear goal or direction from the start. She was still living a life of taking things as they came.
Subconsciously, Blue didn't even feel there was anything wrong with this way of thinking.
In life, being happy is enough.
However, having successfully obtained a Normal Rank Ribbon last time proved that Blue had a decent talent for being a Pokémon Coordinator.
"Hmm, I guess I could give it a try..."
Blue nodded, making up her mind.
Of course, this wasn't because she now had a dream of becoming a Pokémon Coordinator, but simply from the thought, "Since I won once, I should keep winning."
"In that case, let's just stay here for two days."
Ash nodded, not rushing them at all.
He had already collected half of the Badges, so he had plenty of time and was in no hurry to get back on the road.
The group had just handed their Pokémon over to Nurse Joy to be healed and were chatting and eating leisurely in the rest lobby.
"Beep! We interrupt this program with an emergency broadcast!"
Just then, the public television nearby suddenly switched to a news channel.
Ash and the others were very familiar with the person on screen; it was the reporter, Marnie, whom they had met once before.
And the background was Mt. Chimney, which they had just left a few days ago.
It seemed that Reporter Marnie was currently at the plaza on the summit of Mt. Chimney.
"Team Magma made a high-profile announcement today stating that their leader recently received a divine dream from Groudon, the God of the Land. The dream foretold that a terrifying volcanic eruption will occur at Mt. Chimney in three days. They hope the public will evacuate safely under Groudon's guidance."
Miss Marnie reported with a solemn expression. It appeared to be a live broadcast.
When the news broke, even the Pokémon League officials were shocked.
But geological experts had already conducted surveys, and Mt. Chimney was unlikely to have a large-scale volcanic eruption for at least a century. At most, it would spew fertile volcanic ash towards Fallarbor Town and Route 113 once a year, as it always did.
However, Team Magma had guaranteed it with their organization's honor, speaking with such conviction that the League officials were momentarily at a loss.
Ultimately, however, it was the three Officer Jennys stationed at Mt. Chimney who brought them a message, informing them of the bomb incident as well.
Without evidence, they naturally couldn't do anything to Team Magma.
"But after an overnight investigation by our experts, we have determined that it is impossible for Mt. Chimney to erupt within the next ten years. We hope everyone will trust in science and not cause any panic."
In the end, the television station framed the incident as a contest between science and metaphysics.
Team Magma, with their dream from Groudon, was clearly on shakier ground in the face of science.
This was a great opportunity for the Pokémon League to deal a heavy blow to Team Magma's reputation!
"So it really was that guy from Team Magma who planted the bomb. Those guys...!"
Ash's brow furrowed. It would have been one thing if Team Magma had said nothing, but by speaking out, they had essentially admitted to planting the bombs.
Seeing the confused looks on his two companions' faces, he told them about the bombs inside Mt. Chimney.
If he and Entei hadn't coincidentally participated in that Fighting Tournament, Team Magma might have actually succeeded in becoming "saviors" in the eyes of the public.
Now, the volcano would not erupt. The ever-so-confident Team Magma would not only be flamed by the public for spreading rumors and bear the infamy of "sorcery and pseudoscience," but Team Aqua would also likely be watching them like a pack of wolves.
"In that case, Groudon is probably going to get flamed too," Brock couldn't help but say.
After all, the idol has to pay for the fans' actions.
Team Magma had always acted in the name of their faith in the God of the Land. They even managed Groudon's fan clubs, forums, and trending topics online.
Although Groudon had never acknowledged them, in the public's eye, Team Magma was Groudon's envoy in the human world.
It was just like in the Kanto Region; if the Legendary Beasts were to burn, pillage, and stomp on crops, Ho-Oh would be the one to get flamed in the end.
"Does this mean Team Aqua is about to make their move?"
Ash's brows furrowed deeply. These two organizations were like dogs fighting each other; he disliked both of them.
As expected, the Hoenn Region was too chaotic. His hometown, with only Team Rocket, was more comfortable.
Although they held absolute power, at least life was relatively stable.
Thanks to the officials' strong assurances, Team Magma's "prophetic dream" incident didn't cause much of a stir.
This, in turn, made Team Magma fly into a rage.
Ignoring the established timeline, the senior executive, Huoyan, directly detonated the bomb!
They were going to make the entire world understand the consequences of underestimating Team Magma!
"..."
But then, nothing happened.
Standing on the outskirts of Mauville City and gazing toward Mt. Chimney, the Team Magma senior executive, Huoyan, was pressing the button in his hand so hard it was about to break.
Still, nothing happened.
But next to Huoyan, the Team Magma leader, Maxie, wore a grim face, resembling a volcano on the verge of eruption.
"Uh, Boss, there must be something wrong...!!"
The portly Huoyan instantly grew flustered.
But Maxie didn't care about any of that, because he was the one who had been on camera making the announcement!
This guy had come to him, confidently proposing this plan, and now the bomb wouldn't detonate. Team Magma would lose all face because of this!
Could he be an undercover agent sent by Team Aqua?
"Hmph, listen here, Huoyan. The words are already out. I don't care what method you use, you must detonate Mt. Chimney within five days... Otherwise, I'll shove you right into Mt. Chimney's magma!!"
Maxie snorted coldly, genuinely furious.
Then, without a second glance at Huoyan's expression, he left in a rage, leaving Huoyan to stare blankly at the bomb detonator.
(end of chapter)
