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Chapter 373
Chapter 369: The Bond with Dragonite
2024-05-15 Author: Samsung Charmander (Author Name)
"Boom! Boom! Boom!"
"Crack! Crack! Crack!"
"Rumble! Rumble! Rumble!"
Horrifying sounds of twisting bones and sinews rang out continuously, at times like the thunder of a giant drum, at others like the sharp pluck of a small string. A storm of energy splashed about the VIP massage room, causing the curtains to fly and finally making the Pikachu on the next bed lift its head in annoyance.
"Pika..."
Its little head looked toward Ash and Dragonite's position. The man and dragon were flying up and falling down, then leaping left and right. Ash's figure moved in a high-speed frenzy around the room, following Dragonite's movements, yet his expression was one of extreme comfort. His face was flushed, clearly having reached the realm of "Unity of Heaven and Man" mentioned in the advertisement.
"Pika..."
Pikachu instantly shivered, pulled its head back, and stopped looking at the bizarre scene next to it.
Disturbing.
Ash could handle such a massage, but its small body certainly couldn't. It patted the technician standing behind it, signaling for it to stop staring blankly and get to work.
Stop watching. You can't learn this.
"Rill..."
Behind Pikachu was another blue-skinned mouse. Its back was sky-blue, while its belly was a round, snow-white. It had a cute appearance.
Marill, the pre-evolved form of Azumarill, also possessed the Huge Power ability.
However, its level wasn't too high, making it a "little" Huge Power user, which was within the range Pikachu could endure.
"Rill~"
"Pika~"
The two mice also began their diligent work. Strictly speaking, they were in the same Egg Group, with no reproductive isolation, so the variety of techniques was even greater...
One hour later.
At the entrance of the League's high-class club, Ash comfortably swung his wrists and twisted his neck. His qi and blood surged, and he was full of vitality. This session of massage and bone-setting had rejuvenated his somewhat rusty body with new life.
At this moment, Ash was like a ten-year-old youth, brimming with spirit and energy.
"Wuu~"
The top-tier technician, Dragonite, also stood at the entrance, holding a wooden sign with writing on it.
"Remember to give a five-star review, dear~"
Ash nodded. This was his second time; he knew the drill.
He suddenly thought of something and couldn't help but look at Dragonite's cute, big head and say seriously, "Say, Dragonite, why don't you come with me?"
He could feel that during the earlier massage, with each touch of its Dragon Claw on his body, his and Dragonite's five senses and spirits seemed to have merged into one, allowing them to feel each other's innermost emotions.
Man and dragon, though there was no capture and this was only their second meeting, had miraculously entered a state of a connected bond.
Ash felt that this Dragonite shared a great destiny with him.
Moreover, this Dragonite wasn't just at the pinnacle of skill as a technician; its own strength was also extremely terrifying.
It possessed terrifying brute strength capable of crushing a Huge Power Azumarill, and a control over its power comparable to Bruno's. Every ounce of force was controlled to the utmost degree, making the heavy seem light. In terms of power, it could be considered a grandmaster.
Unintentionally, Ash had discovered a peerless dragon hidden among the common folk!
"Wuu..."
Hearing this, Dragonite's expression froze for a moment. A flicker of interest flashed in its eyes as it looked at the Poké Ball Ash had suddenly raised. This was the first time it had entered such a mystical state with a human, and it felt pretty good.
But soon, Dragonite shook its head and raised another wooden sign.
"I still have to work for another year. My loan isn't paid off yet."
Drawing a salary from two top-tier factions wasn't a hobby; it was because life is hard.
Seeing that Ash was about to say something like, "I'll pay off your debt," Dragonite quickly raised its Dragon Claw and tapped lightly on Ash's forehead.
Forgive me, Ash. Next time for sure.
In the end, Dragonite was just a dragon of the fleeting world.
A trainer's greatest taboo is squandering their fortune to buy the freedom of a beloved from the fleeting world. This is the so-called:
Actors are heartless, and courtesans are disloyal.
Besides, Dragonite was highly intelligent and saw Ash's status in a single glance.
A poor person.
It patted Ash's head, then turned and returned to the club, leaving Ash with only the sight of its large, lonely back.
"Wuu..."
Perhaps when we meet again, venturing into the outside world with this trainer would be a good choice?
Dragonite's strength was extremely high, and it had a faint sixth sense for the direction of fate. It could feel that it would meet this youth again in the future.
Meanwhile, Ash gazed quietly at the club, his gaze finally hardening before he turned and left.
They would surely meet again in the future. He and Dragonite already had a bond!
"By the way, Kachu, why do you look so tired?"
"Pika..."
Indigo League, inside a large room, an old man with a four-flowered pattern on his shoulder was sitting in front of countless electronic screens, surveying something. On the screens were the blind spots of several entrances to the entire Indigo Plateau venue.
"How is this year's Indigo League Conference? That fellow hasn't been eliminated, has he?"
The old man was a high-ranking member of the Pokémon League. He had just arrived today, so he wasn't familiar with how the competition was going.
"Things are going smoothly. Young Master Kikuzuke has received the true teachings of the Elite Four member Agatha. His strength is formidable. Barring any accidents in this tournament, he's guaranteed to make the Top 8, maybe even the Top 4."
A woman who looked like a secretary answered seriously.
"Top 4? That low?"
The high-ranking old man was slightly stunned. The Indigo League Conference is arguably the easiest league tournament of all the regions. In previous years, there were hardly any experts. Kikuzuke could only make it to the Top 4?
This was the greatest dilemma facing the Indigo League at present: its top-tier strength was invincible, with its Elite Four being equivalent to the champions of other regions.
But there were no successors, and no powerful newcomers had appeared.
"Yes, and for some unknown reason, this year's Indigo League is full of experts. If it were last year, Young Master Kikuzuke might have achieved runner-up or even champion..."
The secretary paused, then continued, "Furthermore, Young Master Kikuzuke has only just started his journey and lacks experience. This tournament even has many old hands with twenty years of competition experience..."
"Alright, Top 4 is good enough."
The high-ranking old man nodded. Top 4 was enough to use for publicity, to showcase the high level of education in their Indigo League and thus attract more talent to join the League.
Hmph, Team Rocket has become more and more rampant these past few years, daring to throw money around to snatch talent right under their noses!
But what good is money? True strength is what attracts real talent!
Thinking of this, the high-ranking old man couldn't help but laugh out loud, looking utterly confident.
Viridian City, inside a newly constructed Team Rocket secret base.
Ever since the Viridian Gym was blown up by Mewtwo, this has served as the main base for all of Team Rocket's operations in the Kanto Region. At this moment, a high-ranking Team Rocket old man with four stripes on his shoulder was sitting in a chair, listening to his subordinate's report.
Giovanni was busy expanding his territory in the Johto Region, and those few core executives seemed to be hiding away as if they had done something wrong. It could be said that this old man was now in charge of all Team Rocket's operations in the Kanto Region.
"Heh heh, speak. How are things at the Indigo League Conference this time?"
"We've successfully passed the first two preliminary matches. Our operative has kept their strength well hidden and hasn't been exposed yet. Judging by the rankings from the official media, we should be guaranteed a spot in the Top 8, maybe even the Top 4."
A Grunt answered seriously.
"Top 4? That kid received Giovanni's personal teachings and can only make Top 4?"
The high-ranking old man was slightly stunned.
"Yes. It's mainly because there are many experts at this Indigo League Conference. If it were last year, he might have even become the champion..."
"Hmph, then let's hope he can go a few steps further... But Top 4 is enough."
The high-ranking man sneered.
A Team Rocket member participates in the Indigo League Conference and achieves a Top 4 result, then makes a high-profile announcement to the media.
"Team Rocket is better than the Pokémon League! I'm joining Team Rocket!"
Then, he himself would appear and receive the person as if he were desperate for such talent.
This would directly slap the League in the face, highlighting Team Rocket's power and its appreciation for talent. Their prestige and status in the Kanto Region would take a quantum leap.
This was his goal.
One must know that nowadays, organizations compete not just in financial and material resources, but also in the soft power of reputation and prestige!
The high-ranking old man couldn't help but laugh out loud from his seat, looking as if he had everything under control.
Team Rocket is taking off!
(end of chapter)
2024-05-15 Author: Samsung Charmander (Author Name)
"Boom! Boom! Boom!"
"Crack! Crack! Crack!"
"Rumble! Rumble! Rumble!"
Horrifying sounds of twisting bones and sinews rang out continuously, at times like the thunder of a giant drum, at others like the sharp pluck of a small string. A storm of energy splashed about the VIP massage room, causing the curtains to fly and finally making the Pikachu on the next bed lift its head in annoyance.
"Pika..."
Its little head looked toward Ash and Dragonite's position. The man and dragon were flying up and falling down, then leaping left and right. Ash's figure moved in a high-speed frenzy around the room, following Dragonite's movements, yet his expression was one of extreme comfort. His face was flushed, clearly having reached the realm of "Unity of Heaven and Man" mentioned in the advertisement.
"Pika..."
Pikachu instantly shivered, pulled its head back, and stopped looking at the bizarre scene next to it.
Disturbing.
Ash could handle such a massage, but its small body certainly couldn't. It patted the technician standing behind it, signaling for it to stop staring blankly and get to work.
Stop watching. You can't learn this.
"Rill..."
Behind Pikachu was another blue-skinned mouse. Its back was sky-blue, while its belly was a round, snow-white. It had a cute appearance.
Marill, the pre-evolved form of Azumarill, also possessed the Huge Power ability.
However, its level wasn't too high, making it a "little" Huge Power user, which was within the range Pikachu could endure.
"Rill~"
"Pika~"
The two mice also began their diligent work. Strictly speaking, they were in the same Egg Group, with no reproductive isolation, so the variety of techniques was even greater...
One hour later.
At the entrance of the League's high-class club, Ash comfortably swung his wrists and twisted his neck. His qi and blood surged, and he was full of vitality. This session of massage and bone-setting had rejuvenated his somewhat rusty body with new life.
At this moment, Ash was like a ten-year-old youth, brimming with spirit and energy.
"Wuu~"
The top-tier technician, Dragonite, also stood at the entrance, holding a wooden sign with writing on it.
"Remember to give a five-star review, dear~"
Ash nodded. This was his second time; he knew the drill.
He suddenly thought of something and couldn't help but look at Dragonite's cute, big head and say seriously, "Say, Dragonite, why don't you come with me?"
He could feel that during the earlier massage, with each touch of its Dragon Claw on his body, his and Dragonite's five senses and spirits seemed to have merged into one, allowing them to feel each other's innermost emotions.
Man and dragon, though there was no capture and this was only their second meeting, had miraculously entered a state of a connected bond.
Ash felt that this Dragonite shared a great destiny with him.
Moreover, this Dragonite wasn't just at the pinnacle of skill as a technician; its own strength was also extremely terrifying.
It possessed terrifying brute strength capable of crushing a Huge Power Azumarill, and a control over its power comparable to Bruno's. Every ounce of force was controlled to the utmost degree, making the heavy seem light. In terms of power, it could be considered a grandmaster.
Unintentionally, Ash had discovered a peerless dragon hidden among the common folk!
"Wuu..."
Hearing this, Dragonite's expression froze for a moment. A flicker of interest flashed in its eyes as it looked at the Poké Ball Ash had suddenly raised. This was the first time it had entered such a mystical state with a human, and it felt pretty good.
But soon, Dragonite shook its head and raised another wooden sign.
"I still have to work for another year. My loan isn't paid off yet."
Drawing a salary from two top-tier factions wasn't a hobby; it was because life is hard.
Seeing that Ash was about to say something like, "I'll pay off your debt," Dragonite quickly raised its Dragon Claw and tapped lightly on Ash's forehead.
Forgive me, Ash. Next time for sure.
In the end, Dragonite was just a dragon of the fleeting world.
A trainer's greatest taboo is squandering their fortune to buy the freedom of a beloved from the fleeting world. This is the so-called:
Actors are heartless, and courtesans are disloyal.
Besides, Dragonite was highly intelligent and saw Ash's status in a single glance.
A poor person.
It patted Ash's head, then turned and returned to the club, leaving Ash with only the sight of its large, lonely back.
"Wuu..."
Perhaps when we meet again, venturing into the outside world with this trainer would be a good choice?
Dragonite's strength was extremely high, and it had a faint sixth sense for the direction of fate. It could feel that it would meet this youth again in the future.
Meanwhile, Ash gazed quietly at the club, his gaze finally hardening before he turned and left.
They would surely meet again in the future. He and Dragonite already had a bond!
"By the way, Kachu, why do you look so tired?"
"Pika..."
Indigo League, inside a large room, an old man with a four-flowered pattern on his shoulder was sitting in front of countless electronic screens, surveying something. On the screens were the blind spots of several entrances to the entire Indigo Plateau venue.
"How is this year's Indigo League Conference? That fellow hasn't been eliminated, has he?"
The old man was a high-ranking member of the Pokémon League. He had just arrived today, so he wasn't familiar with how the competition was going.
"Things are going smoothly. Young Master Kikuzuke has received the true teachings of the Elite Four member Agatha. His strength is formidable. Barring any accidents in this tournament, he's guaranteed to make the Top 8, maybe even the Top 4."
A woman who looked like a secretary answered seriously.
"Top 4? That low?"
The high-ranking old man was slightly stunned. The Indigo League Conference is arguably the easiest league tournament of all the regions. In previous years, there were hardly any experts. Kikuzuke could only make it to the Top 4?
This was the greatest dilemma facing the Indigo League at present: its top-tier strength was invincible, with its Elite Four being equivalent to the champions of other regions.
But there were no successors, and no powerful newcomers had appeared.
"Yes, and for some unknown reason, this year's Indigo League is full of experts. If it were last year, Young Master Kikuzuke might have achieved runner-up or even champion..."
The secretary paused, then continued, "Furthermore, Young Master Kikuzuke has only just started his journey and lacks experience. This tournament even has many old hands with twenty years of competition experience..."
"Alright, Top 4 is good enough."
The high-ranking old man nodded. Top 4 was enough to use for publicity, to showcase the high level of education in their Indigo League and thus attract more talent to join the League.
Hmph, Team Rocket has become more and more rampant these past few years, daring to throw money around to snatch talent right under their noses!
But what good is money? True strength is what attracts real talent!
Thinking of this, the high-ranking old man couldn't help but laugh out loud, looking utterly confident.
Viridian City, inside a newly constructed Team Rocket secret base.
Ever since the Viridian Gym was blown up by Mewtwo, this has served as the main base for all of Team Rocket's operations in the Kanto Region. At this moment, a high-ranking Team Rocket old man with four stripes on his shoulder was sitting in a chair, listening to his subordinate's report.
Giovanni was busy expanding his territory in the Johto Region, and those few core executives seemed to be hiding away as if they had done something wrong. It could be said that this old man was now in charge of all Team Rocket's operations in the Kanto Region.
"Heh heh, speak. How are things at the Indigo League Conference this time?"
"We've successfully passed the first two preliminary matches. Our operative has kept their strength well hidden and hasn't been exposed yet. Judging by the rankings from the official media, we should be guaranteed a spot in the Top 8, maybe even the Top 4."
A Grunt answered seriously.
"Top 4? That kid received Giovanni's personal teachings and can only make Top 4?"
The high-ranking old man was slightly stunned.
"Yes. It's mainly because there are many experts at this Indigo League Conference. If it were last year, he might have even become the champion..."
"Hmph, then let's hope he can go a few steps further... But Top 4 is enough."
The high-ranking man sneered.
A Team Rocket member participates in the Indigo League Conference and achieves a Top 4 result, then makes a high-profile announcement to the media.
"Team Rocket is better than the Pokémon League! I'm joining Team Rocket!"
Then, he himself would appear and receive the person as if he were desperate for such talent.
This would directly slap the League in the face, highlighting Team Rocket's power and its appreciation for talent. Their prestige and status in the Kanto Region would take a quantum leap.
This was his goal.
One must know that nowadays, organizations compete not just in financial and material resources, but also in the soft power of reputation and prestige!
The high-ranking old man couldn't help but laugh out loud from his seat, looking as if he had everything under control.
Team Rocket is taking off!
(end of chapter)
