Pokemon Dawn

No.167 Please lend me your strength

"——So, you were also called here by that Iceberg boy?"

"um, yes."

"Hmm... I really don't understand. What the hell is going on with this sudden mobilization of troops?"

Under the afterglow of the setting sun, the dull cloak was taken off. The dazzling blond hair jumped out from the dark color, and the boy showed a familiar bright smile to his friends.

"But Xiaoye, you really dare to break into a place like this alone." Xiaojie shook his head and let his golden hair, which was weighed down by the cloak, stand up again.

"I'm more confident in escaping. Even if I can't fight, I can escape. Speaking of which-"

Xiaoye also responded with a smile to her friend whom she hadn't seen for a long time, "Xiaojie, why are you here?"

"This is a long story."

Hearing the sound of sirens in the distance, the two of them chatted peacefully and left the collapsed house.

——Of course, I did not forget to place the iron cage containing the Pokémon in the most conspicuous position.

If we follow the normal procedure, we still have to go back with the police to take notes. In Xiaojie's words - "it may take until tomorrow morning". It is better to leave quickly and pretend to be an unknown hero.

The police are already close at hand, and they will surely bring the three criminals pretending to be Team Rocket and the Pokémon they captured back to the police station.

According to Xiaojie, he was in Twin Islands when he received the call in the early morning. He immediately rushed to Honglian City after hearing Xiaotian say that "there is something important to talk about." Although he had met Xiaotian in the afternoon,

Xiaotian said that everyone had not arrived yet and would wait until evening to talk. Then he gave Xiaojie an address and asked him to help with the investigation, and then disappeared in a hurry.

"That's what happened." Xiaojie spread his hands, "I have no idea what that guy was doing. I rushed over to the address and saw only a large number of bungalows. I finally found something unusual in one of the houses, but I didn't have time to investigate in detail.

——" The young man said with helpless half-moon eyes, "You guys started fighting."

"Haha, sorry, sorry."

"This is not the time for 'haha'. That guy also specifically told me not to start a war for safety reasons... Forget it, there's nothing wrong with it."

The golden-haired boy laughed. The superpower luster that had been concentrated in his eyes had dissipated, but the sky blue under the sunset was still shining brightly.

"At least the situation is clear. This is just a gathering place for Pokémon thieves disguised as Team Rocket."

"That's true. I met their other two members earlier, so I chased them all the way. I think they have no other accomplices."

The hour hand of the clock moved towards the number seven. Not long after, Xiaojie received a call from Xiaotian - meet at the Pokémon Center at seven o'clock.

After telling Xiaotian about the situation here, Xiaoye and Xiaojie rushed back to the city and narrowly entered the rest area of the Pokémon Center with only a minute or two left.

"Hey, long time no see, you two were almost late." The girl with twin tails smiled and waved to the two of them. The boy who always had an expressionless face sat opposite the girl - obviously he had been waiting for a while.

"Sorry, sorry, something unexpected happened."

"Brother, are you causing trouble again?"

"Haha." Xiaojie smiled subtly and remained silent.

"...I'm sorry, it was me who caused the trouble this time." Xiaoye raised her hand awkwardly to prove her presence.

"...Eh, ha??"

After the usual greetings, the three of them all turned their attention to Xiaotian, who said nothing except hello.

"So, what is going on, Iceberg Boy? He actually called all three of us over." Xiaojie asked.

But Xiaotian stood up and said, "Let's go to the house and talk."

After leaving the rest area with Xiaotian and walking into his single room, the golden retriever siblings couldn't help but look at each other. Xiaoye walked at the end, and the previous premonition became clearer.

I need to avoid talking to others, and sure enough...

Is it related to that incident?

After sitting down around the small tea table, Xiaotian stopped showing off and started his narration straight to the point.

"Sorry for calling you here so suddenly. However, there is indeed something very important to discuss with you this time."

"——It's something related to Team Rocket."

Xiaotian's narrative style was as concise and clear as ever. However, after two or three sentences, Xiaojie and Xiaoling already showed surprised expressions, while Xiaoye listened carefully to Xiaotian's words calmly, and finally confirmed her previous speculation.

Team Rocket, Red Lotus Island, Secret Research.

Also, the artificial Phoenix King.

One by one, the amazing terms were spoken calmly from Xiaotian's mouth - this made the golden retriever siblings fully understand the reason why Xiaotian chose to talk in a single room.

"Wow, isn't this really Team Rocket's dream talk?" Xiaoling grinned, "I can understand the idea of capturing a mythical beast, a man-made mythical beast..."

"It's possible." Xiaojie pointed his finger at the baby ball on his waist, "My Eevee was once an experimental subject of the Rockets. When I rescued it, I saw the mission record of the Rockets. It is indeed true.

It records matters related to man-made mythical beasts.”

Moreover, there is not only one action plan for the "artificial mythical beast".

The most astonishing thing was that the task name "Dream Copy" was marked "Completed" at the end - this attracted all of Xiaojie's attention at the time, so that Xiaojie was completely unable to respond to the so-called "Artificial Phoenix King"

Plan” to leave an impression.

"I got information from an executive I know. The Rockets team members responsible for this plan are likely to make big moves in the near future. Even if there is only one percent chance of success, we cannot sit idly by. We must not let the Rockets have any chance of success.

A chance to master that power.”

Xiaotian's tone was not strong, but the determination was clearly contained in it.

This is not something an ordinary ten-year-old boy would say. The first goal of a rookie trainer is usually to enjoy traveling and improve himself, but Xiaotian prematurely considered another layer of content.

--responsibility.

As a trainer, it is your responsibility to protect social peace.

This is not the way of thinking that freelance trainers are accustomed to, but more like the argument of professional trainers from the four major armed branches-and those amazing professional trainers are the heroes who protect this country.

The silver-haired boy's words did not contain any intense emotions, and were as calm as if they were natural.

Those who have power should shoulder responsibilities.

This has always been Xiaotian’s life creed.

Xiaojie and Xiaoling were obviously stunned for a moment because of Xiaotian's remarks that were different from ordinary people. Xiaoye just nodded, "I understand. This is why Xiaotian asked us to come here, right?"

"Wait a minute." Xiaojie suddenly spoke, "Boy Iceberg, what do you mean - the four of us will stop Team Rocket? Although it may be annoying to say this, but... the four of us are just newcomers, why should we?

Risking your life to do something that should be done by a professional trainer?”

The blond boy's questions were a bit sharp, and even the smile that always hung on his face faded. However, Xiaotian, who was questioned, showed a somewhat relaxed look.

"I feel relieved when you ask me that."

He said so.

The idea of "taking responsibility and fighting against evil organizations" can easily make young trainers excited. Everyone has dreamed of being a hero when they were young, but if they do not consider their own abilities and only rely on their emotions to perform "heroic acts", they will often end up with the same consequences.

miserable.

So, after hearing Xiaojie's question, Xiaotian knew something important.

His comrades were not hot-blooded and reckless people.

"Okay, don't be pretentious." The golden-haired boy laughed again, "Tell me the reasons why we need our strength. I will listen carefully and think carefully before answering, so don't worry about whether there are any.

Yes."

Xiaotian nodded, "Then, I'll start from the beginning."

So, Xiaotian changed the subject and brought up an incident that was completely unrelated to the artificial Phoenix King plan.

"Do you know about the bomb attack that occurred in Miyuan City the day before yesterday?"

"Of course I do, it's a big event."

Xiaojie nodded in agreement, and Xiaoling's eyes suddenly lit up, "I understand!"

The three people's eyes all turned to Xiaoling. The girl only thought for a few seconds before speaking slowly and methodically.

"The bomb attack in Mihara City can be said to be the most serious criminal case in recent years. The news the day before yesterday mentioned that seven first-level investigators from the Kanto region were concentrated in Mihara City to face the enemy, and many second- and third-level investigators were also

They were all present." Xiaoling said. The familiar and determined tone seemed to have been heard before - no, Xiaoling is now more confident in the correctness of what she said than when she was using words to delay time in the Sunlight Forest.

"The news focused on the bomb attack. There was not much information about the 'unknown people who led the crow leaders to carry out air strikes', and most of the footage that leaked was of several investigators defeating them, as if they were not to be feared. But through

From the information collected on the Internet and the techniques of news reporting, I think——"

Xiaoling's sky-blue eyes that were very similar to her brother reflected the warm white of the fluorescent lamp, "The battle is far from over. There are fewer reports of air raiders in Mihara City, so the battlefield may have moved to the suburbs. Since there are seven first-level investigators

If we haven’t left yet, it’s very likely that the situation will be even more severe than it was initially. In order to ensure the security of the capital, I’m afraid a considerable part of the four major armed departments in the Kanto region have concentrated in Mihara City.”

The girl's words contained a somewhat complicated amount of information, causing the room to fall into a brief silence.

"Absolutely correct." Xiaotian's voice fell, completely confirming Xiaoling's speculation.

These are things that have not been recorded in the news and will not be recorded. "The bomb disposal is progressing smoothly and the number of casualties is under control" - this is all the good news that people hear, even the residents of Miyuan City.

It's all like this.

However, the battle is not over.

This was an unprecedentedly fierce battle. Xiaotian didn't know the specific situation, nor where the enemy came from, nor what their purpose was - but Xiaotian knew that in the vast Baiyin Mountains northwest of Miyuan City, including his father,

Seven first-level investigators are fighting against an enemy of unknown strength.

The executive who was familiar with Xiao Tian told Xiao Tian that this would be a hard battle. I am afraid that the battle would be in a stalemate for nearly a week, or even half a month, and would never end easily.

This information is absolutely unknown to the general public. It is rather surprising that Xiaoling can guess to such an extent based on clues.

"A large number of manpower is concentrated in Miyuan City, which means..." Although she does not have Xiaoling's sensitive sense of current affairs, Xiaoye is not stupid and immediately followed Xiaoling's ideas, "Can you come to Honglian City to deal with artificial phoenixes?"

Project Wang is severely understaffed."

"So I have indeed heard that in emergencies, the execution department or the search department will occasionally ask for help from nearby free trainers who are willing to lend a helping hand." Xiaojie also showed a look of surprise.

"exactly."

Xiaotian nodded, "I don't want you to fight Team Rocket directly. That would undoubtedly be asking for death. After the person responsible for this matter arrives at Honglian Island, they will probably launch a long search to find traces of Team Rocket.

——I hope you can join me in assisting the Enforcement Department in its search efforts."

"I see, then the address you gave me at noon today should also be the same?"

"Yes, this is where Team Rocket is suspected to be stationed."

"It's a pity that it's a complete fake."

After a pause, Xiaotian said solemnly, "That's what happened. As long as the location of Team Rocket's research institute is determined before they make any move, the initiative will be in our hands."

"So, while it's dangerous, potentially life-threatening—"

"I hope the three of you can join me in assisting the incoming Executive Department personnel in finding Team Rocket's base."

In the silence, the silver-haired boy turned his gaze away from his friend and bent down.

He bowed deeply to his three closest friends.

"Please, please lend me your power."

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small theater:

System prompt: The main mission [Artificial Phoenix King Project] is started

Mission objective: Stop Team Rocket’s artificial Phoenix plan

System prompt: Shen Yutian has sent you a team invitation. Do you want to accept it? (Yes/No)

(Warning: If you refuse the invitation, it may affect the completion of the main plot)

Xiaoye: (Nervous) According to the routine, if the main plot is not completed... I will be wiped out by the system?