Chapter 326: Dark Hiss
"Kuma~"
Xiong Er was kicked flying with a cry of pain, crashing heavily into a large tree, snapping it in half.
Just as Xiong Da got up from the Ground, it saw Xiong Er get kicked away. It let out a howl and lunged fiercely at Galarian Zapdos.
However, Galarian Zapdos seemed to have anticipated its move. Its figure flickered and disappeared from its Original spot, leaving only an afterimage.
Xiong Da threw a punch, and the afterimage dissipated, but Galarian Zapdos had already appeared behind Xiong Da. With another Thunderous Kick, Xiong Da followed in Xiong Er's footsteps.
Bai Feng, watching the battle, gradually saw the truth. Galarian Zapdos wasn't using its full power at all; otherwise, Xiong Da and Xiong Er would likely have been defeated by that Thunderous Kick just now.
But at this moment, the two little bears stood up again, baring their teeth.
Galarian Zapdos wasn't in a hurry to attack. It just stood there quietly, glancing at the two little bears out of the corner of its eye.
"Kuma~"
"Kuma~"
Xiong Da and Xiong Er stood on Galarian Zapdos's left and right sides respectively. They exchanged glances, then suddenly bent their knees and placed their fists at their waists, letting out angry roars.
"Kuma~"
"Kuma~"
As the angry roars sounded, waves of radiance flashed over the two little bears' bodies. They used Focus Energy, concentrating their mental state to make their attacks more likely to hit a Vital Point.
Galarian Zapdos watched with cold eyes, not stopping their enhancement.
After using Focus Energy, the siblings stomped their legs fiercely, sending dirt flying everywhere. At the same time, their figures turned into afterimages and charged towards Galarian Zapdos.
Arriving in front of Galarian Zapdos, the two little bears kicked out simultaneously. The powerful force brought forth waves of airwave.
They both used the powerful Fighting-type move, Close Combat.
However, Galarian Zapdos did not retreat or even budge because of their attack. It spread out a pair of wings, catching the attacks of the two little bears perfectly.
The two little bears' attacks came fiercely. When the first attack missed, the next followed closely. They simultaneously swung their fists at Galarian Zapdos.
At this moment, Galarian Zapdos surprisingly used Close Combat as well. It shook its wings, using one wing to clash with Xiong Da's fist, while simultaneously raising a foot to collide with Xiong Er's fist.
At this moment, Bai Feng confirmed again that Galarian Zapdos was holding back. Otherwise, with the same move, Close Combat, Xiong Da and Xiong Er couldn't possibly fight Galarian Zapdos to a standstill.
After that last exchange, Xiong Da and Xiong Er should have been sent flying.
Just like that, the three Pokémon used Close Combat against each other, with fists, legs, and even heads serving as their weapons of attack.
Gradually, Bai Feng began to understand. This stage was less of a Trial and more of a transmission of experience. Galarian Zapdos was teaching Xiong Da and Xiong Er the battle techniques of Fighting-type Pokémon.
As time passed, Xiong Da and Xiong Er were beaten black and blue. Their fur was dirty and messy from rolling on the Ground multiple times, covered in dirt and grass clippings.
In contrast, Galarian Zapdos's feathers were clean and shiny, and it looked completely composed.
After another round of exchanges, Xiong Da and Xiong Er were kicked flying one after another. They knelt on the Ground, hands supporting themselves, panting heavily.
After battling for so long, they naturally had also realized that Galarian Zapdos was guiding them.
They both looked at Galarian Zapdos, a hint of determination flashing in their eyes.
"Kuma~"
"Kuma~"
The two little bears roared and simultaneously turned into streaks of light, charging towards Galarian Zapdos.
Boom!!!
Galarian Zapdos spread its wings to intercept the two little bears' attack as before, but this time it was knocked back a significant distance.
Bai Feng and Galarian Zapdos simultaneously showed surprised looks.
Reversal!
Xiong Da and Xiong Er had actually learned a new move at this moment!
Reversal is a Fighting-type desperation move. The more severe the injuries the user has sustained, the greater the power of this move.
After this attack, the two little bears watched the not-so-distant Galarian Zapdos with rapid breaths, looking as if they could collapse at any moment.
Galarian Zapdos looked deeply at the siblings, its gaze seemingly carrying a smile. The next second, it turned into an afterimage and disappeared from its Original spot.
It left!
This also meant that Xiong Da and Xiong Er had passed this stage!
As soon as Galarian Zapdos left, Xiong Da and Xiong Er uncontrollably plopped down onto the Ground.
The siblings looked at each other, and smiles of utter satisfaction appeared on their faces. In this battle with Galarian Zapdos, they not only learned fighting experience and mastered a new move, but they also understood the true meaning of Martial Arts.
From Galarian Zapdos, they learned that for Kubfu to Evolve into Urshifu, it not only needs to learn Wicked Style or Rapid Strike Style through the Scroll of Darkness or Scroll of Waters, but it also needs to grasp the true meaning of Martial Arts as a prerequisite.
Galarian Zapdos's teaching was just the first step!
Bai Feng walked over to the two little bears, picked them up, and said, "Let's stop here for today. We'll continue the remaining Trials tomorrow."
By this time, it was already late. The Sun had long since set, and if they continued moving forward, they would definitely get lost.
The two little bears nodded, agreeing to Bai Feng's suggestion.
Then, Bai Feng and Dr. Hodaka found a place to set up camp, planning to spend the night on the Island.
Bai Feng summoned Heliolisk, Diancie, and the others to help set up the Tent, while he himself treated Xiong Da and Xiong Er's injuries and relieved their fatigue.
After drinking a can of beverage made from Gigantamix, Xiong Da and Xiong Er immediately became lively again. All the injuries caused by Galarian Zapdos disappeared.
Then, Bai Feng used Golden Finger Energy to help them eliminate fatigue, ensuring they could face the Trials tomorrow in the most energetic state.
After the rejuvenation was complete, Bai Feng and his Pokémon enjoyed a delicious meal together.
Dr. Hodaka looked at Bai Feng's Pokémon, his eyes filled with excited radiance. They were all Pokémon with great research value!
While the Pokémon were eating, he excitedly wrote and drew on paper, recording the appearance, habits, and other things about Bai Feng's Pokémon. As a Professor who researches Pokémon ecology, Dr. Hodaka's favorite thing to do was quietly observe various Pokémon.
He didn't reluctantly enter his own Tent until Bai Feng took his Pokémon into the Tent to sleep.
Although Dr. Hodaka said that the Pokémon on this Island were very gentle and wouldn't casually attack others, Bai Feng still felt uneasy. So, he quietly summoned five Cursola from Home and placed them around the area.
As Ghost-type Pokémon, Cursola usually sleep during the day and are active at night. Night was when they were most mentally energetic.
In the cramped Tent, Bai Feng fell asleep holding the fluffy Xiong Da and Xiong Er. During the night, his Golden Finger Energy unconsciously overflowed, not only enveloping Xiong Da and Xiong Er but also benefiting Bai Ye, Diancie, Meganium, and others sleeping outside the Tent.
Especially Meganium, under the nourishment of the Golden Finger Energy, its body emitted a rich Breath of Life.
However, everyone was already used to this, so they fell asleep one after another.
What they didn't know was that such a rich Breath of Life could easily attract the covetousness of some unknown existences in the Wilds.
Indeed, not long after Bai Feng and the others fell asleep, pairs of eerie eyes suddenly lit up in the darkness. There were wandering Duskull, Spiritomb with distorted faces, Gastly with strange smiles... and even a few Dreepy peeking around.
But the Cursola guarding the surroundings were not to be trifled with. As long as a Ghost-type Pokémon tried to approach, they would use Night Shade, creating terrifying illusions to scare away those with ill intentions.
Ghost-type Pokémon are also afraid of Ghosts!
With the deterrence of the Cursola, the Ghost-type Pokémon indeed didn't dare to approach, only watching the sleeping Meganium from afar and drooling.
However, there are exceptions to everything.
In the middle of the night, the Cursola suddenly heard a "clip-clop" sound, which seemed to be the footsteps of some creature, sometimes near, sometimes far.
The Cursola were startled and uncertain, while the other Ghost-type Pokémon gathered around let out hidden cheers.
The Cursola seemed to hear them shouting: "The King is here! The King is here!"
Finally, a pitch-black figure slowly descended through the night. This was a horse-like Pokémon. It was tall, reaching two meters in height. Its body, like the night, was dotted with blue-purple mane and a light blue tail, looking both mysterious and noble.
As soon as this Pokémon appeared, all the other Ghost Pokémon prostrated themselves on the Ground, like subjects and citizens greeting their King.
This Pokémon was also attracted by Meganium. It approached step by step with a wandering gait. Seeing this, the Cursola quickly issued warning sounds.
In fact, they felt immense pressure. For some reason, facing this Pokémon, they felt a strange sense of pressure.
As the Pokémon got closer, the Cursola finally did more than just warn. But just as they were about to use an attack to stop its steps, the Pokémon's eyes suddenly shot out eerie beams of radiance.
Hit by the radiance, the Cursola instantly became unable to move.
They watched helplessly as the Pokémon walked up to Meganium, sniffed it twice with a look of intoxication, and then began to absorb the Breath of Life from Meganium.
Meganium was just asleep, not dead. If someone was messing with it, how could it not notice?
"Garnyu~~~"
Meganium let out an angry hiss.
Meganium suddenly woke up, which also startled the Pokémon.
"Riiiii~~~~"
That Pokémon also let out a high-pitched hiss. The sound pierced directly through the night, waking everyone and every Pokémon.
Countless flower petals, controlled by Meganium, swept towards the suddenly visiting Pokémon.
Bai Feng came out of the Tent holding the two little bears and happened to see this scene.
When he saw the Pokémon being attacked by Meganium clearly, Bai Feng's face showed surprise.
Spectrier?
Spectrier, the legendary Swift Horse Pokémon, Ghost type. In ancient times in the Crown Tundra, Spectrier and another fierce horse Pokémon, Glastrier, were the Kings of all Pokémon.
But they deeply hated humans and often led Pokémon in rebellion, only to be subdued by another Legendary Pokémon, Calyrex, and subsequently became Calyrex's beloved steeds.
Could this Island actually be a corner of the ancient Crown Tundra?
If so, since Spectrier is here, could Glastrier and Calyrex also be here?
Dr. Hodaka once said that this Island was preserved in its ancient state because of the protection of a mysterious Pokémon... Could that Pokémon be Calyrex?
At this moment, various thoughts flashed through Bai Feng's mind.
While Bai Feng was deep in thought, Meganium had already started fighting Spectrier.
Pillars of flower petals formed by Meganium's control swept towards Spectrier, but Spectrier's speed was too fast. It was like a wandering shadow in the night, and Meganium's attacks were easily dodged by it.
Seeing that its attacks were consistently ineffective, Meganium became angry. Green energy spread out in circles from its feet. In an instant, countless vegetation in the Jungle began to grow wildly.
Jungle Terrain activated!
Night was indeed Spectrier's home field, but the Jungle was also Meganium's home field.
Large amounts of trees turned into branches and swept towards Spectrier. Spectrier's speed was indeed very fast, but when all the trees in the Jungle started working against it, its movements were naturally restricted.
Spectrier was quickly forced back with nowhere to retreat by the large amount of wildly growing vegetation. But as the King of the Night, it wasn't just for show.
"Riiiii~~~"
With a hiss, Spectrier's body suddenly became ethereal, and in the blink of an eye, it disappeared.
Phantom Force.
Unbeknownst to Bai Feng and his group, when Spectrier let out its hiss, on a throne deep within the Island, a Pokémon slowly opened its eyes.
Through the pitch-black night, it looked in the direction the hiss came from, then, after a deep sigh, closed its eyes again.
And the Scroll of Darkness and Scroll of Waters that Bai Feng was looking for were held in this Pokémon's hands, one on the left and one on the right.
This Pokémon was the legendary Calyrex.
But strangely, this King Pokémon did not look as spirited as a King; instead, it had a somewhat dejected aura.
The moment Spectrier disappeared using Phantom Force, countless Will-O'-Wisp appeared out of thin air, burning down all the trees Meganium had stimulated to grow in the blink of an eye.
Indeed, compared to an existence like Spectrier, even if Meganium had touched upon legend, it was still no match for it.
As the Will-O'-Wisp disappeared, only piles of ash were left of all the surrounding trees.
Setting fire to the Mountain, you'll sit in prison!
Spectrier reappeared, silently arriving behind Meganium. It originally intended to attack, but feeling the rich Breath of Life on Meganium, it couldn't bring itself to.
Greedily taking a deep breath from Meganium, Spectrier looked deeply at Bai Feng and the Pokémon beside him, then disappeared into the night with its "clip-clop" footsteps in the blink of an eye.
Spectrier galloped all the way, finally arriving at the entrance of a Temple. At this moment, the Sun was just rising from the horizon.
After looking at the Sun, Spectrier entered the Temple and disappeared.
After an unknown amount of time, a white horse Pokémon, whose entire body seemed to be cast from ice and snow, slowly walked out of the Temple.
"Riiiii~~~"
The white horse Pokémon let out a hiss and slowly walked outwards. With every step it took, a thick layer of ice would form on the Ground.
If Spectrier was the King of the Night, then this white horse Pokémon was the King of the day.
(End of Chapter)
**Chapter 327: Pallid Hiss**
The Sun slowly rose from the horizon. Bai Feng looked at Dr. Hodaka in confusion and asked, "Professor, do you know the story of Spectrier and Calyrex?"
The Professor nodded and said, "Of course."
Seeing that Bai Feng also knew the legend of Spectrier and Calyrex, Dr. Hodaka simply told Bai Feng the entire truth about the existence of this Island.
Just as Bai Feng had theorized, this Island was indeed part of the Crown Tundra in ancient times, and it was Calyrex who preserved it.
Calyrex is known as the King of Abundance. Legend says that when it raises its right hand, it can make a hundred flowers bloom and the grass turn green; when it raises its left hand, it can make the fields fertile and crops abundant.
Calyrex's contribution to the current prosperity of the Island is undeniable.
When Dr. Hodaka accidentally entered the Island back then, it was because he befriended Calyrex that he gained the right to freely enter and leave the Island.
It's just a pity that the masters of this Island are no longer Calyrex, but Spectrier and Glastrier.
In ancient times, Calyrex and its two beloved horses once ruled the entire Galar Region. It was a Pokémon with a benevolent heart, capable of gaining power by absorbing faith.
However, with the end of Calyrex's reign, faith dwindled, and Calyrex gradually became weak, to the point where it could only reside on this Island.
Later, it even lost the power to suppress Spectrier and Glastrier. From then on, Calyrex completely lost its dominance over the Island.
The Island is dominated by Glastrier during the day and Spectrier at night. If it weren't for the presence of Galarian Articuno, Galarian Zapdos, and Galarian Moltres, three legendary Pokémon that can barely suppress Spectrier and Glastrier, Calyrex's situation might be even more miserable.
For countless years, Glastrier and Spectrier have been squeezing Calyrex's living space.
Most of the Pokémon on the Island now submit to Spectrier and Glastrier, regarding them as their kings. Only a minority still support Calyrex, and the Urshifu Tribe is one of these few tribes.
After listening to Dr. Hodaka's account, Bai Feng sighed with emotion. He never expected Calyrex to be so miserable. As a former ruler, it is now suppressed by its own beloved horses.
It was already broad daylight. Bai Feng and his group did some packing and planned to continue their trial journey.
After walking for an unknown amount of time, what appeared before Bai Feng and the others was an Abandoned Palace, with ruins and debris everywhere, but one Plaza was relatively well-preserved.
This was probably where Calyrex used to reside.
At this time, two Urshifu were leading four Kubfu in training on the Plaza.
The two Urshifu had different forms: one was a Fighting-type and Dark-type Single Strike Style, and the other was a Fighting-type and Water-type Rapid Strike Style.
The four Kubfu had tender voices and were clearly young, but their every movement was filled with a natural aura, making one understand what the martial way was just by looking at them.
Bai Feng turned to look at Dr. Hodaka, inquiring with his gaze: "Is this also part of the trial?"
Dr. Hodaka silently nodded.
The two Urshifu who were leading the Kubfu in training seemed to have noticed Bai Feng and his group. They glanced sideways at them but showed no reaction.
When Xiong Da and Xiong Er saw the Urshifu and the Kubfu training on the Plaza, they exchanged glances, their eyes filled with excitement. Seeing this, Bai Feng squatted down, patted their little bottoms, and said,
"Go!"
The siblings nodded, then ran towards the Urshifu and silently joined the team of four Kubfu, training according to the Urshifu's instructions.
The two Urshifu lightly glanced at Xiong Da and Xiong Er, then silently withdrew their gaze, allowing Xiong Da and Xiong Er to train with them, as if they hadn't noticed the siblings were outsiders.
But the Kubfu didn't have such good composure. They cast curious glances at the suddenly appearing Xiong Da and Xiong Er. One little fellow even stretched its neck too far while watching the siblings, then lost its balance while throwing a punch and ended up falling on its bottom, receiving a stern criticism from the Urshifu.
This finally stopped any Kubfu from looking around.
Watching Xiong Da and Xiong Er training, Bai Feng couldn't help but fall into contemplation.
The Urshifu's trial arrangement was truly marvelous.
The first stage, testing Xiong Da and Xiong Er's specific strength through Grapploct.
The second stage, testing Xiong Da and Xiong Er's courage and wisdom through the Cliff and Drifloon.
The third stage, making Xiong Da and Xiong Er understand the true meaning of fighting through a battle with Galarian Zapdos.
The fourth stage, making Xiong Da and Xiong Er understand the true essence of the martial way through the Urshifu's guidance.
It was truly one link after another!
Rather than calling it a trial, it was more like a special training.
As time passed, Bai Feng gradually discovered that under the guidance of the two Urshifu, Xiong Da and Xiong Er gradually developed the feeling of martial arts masters, that kind of composure that remains unchanged even when a mountain collapses before them.
As two Pokémon that had not yet evolved to their final form, Xiong Da and Xiong Er's strength was not weak. In fact, compared to most Pokémon in their final form, they were much stronger.
But strong is strong, yet on them, you couldn't see the aura of a strong individual. They were like normal children, full of relaxed, lively, yet immature nature.
But now something seemed different.
Bai Feng just quietly watched Xiong Da and Xiong Er's special training. Dr. Hodaka sat beside him, recording this precious scene with his paintbrush.
Time flew by, and it was already mid-afternoon. During this time, Xiong Da and Xiong Er didn't even eat lunch. This was probably the principle of "When Heaven is about to confer a great office upon a man, it first exercises his mind with suffering, and his sinews and bones with toil, and exposes his body to hunger."
After another unknown period of time, the two Urshifu finally called a halt. The six Kubfu stood in a row, obediently listening to their lecture.
After the lecture ended, the Urshifu planned to leave with the four Kubfu. The test for Xiong Da and Xiong Er was also over.
However, just as they were about to leave, a hissing sound pierced the Sky.
*Clip-clop, clip-clop*~~~
With a series of horse hooves, Bai Feng and his group saw a pure white horse stepping through frost.
Glastrier!
Bai Feng immediately recognized the daytime king of the Island.
Glastrier's speed was not fast, but it carried a strange sense of weight and majesty. It stopped right across from Bai Feng and Dr. Hodaka.
"Neigh~~~~"
The hissing sound rang out again, and a cold aura rushed towards them, making people shiver.
Seeing Glastrier's gaze, Dr. Hodaka whispered to Bai Feng, "This is bad, Glastrier has targeted us!"
Glastrier dislikes humans and has a rough, warlike nature. It is more troublesome than Spectrier. Spectrier will ignore humans, but Glastrier will attack!
Seeing Glastrier appear, the two Urshifu immediately flashed forward, blocking its path. They would not allow Glastrier to harm Bai Feng and his group.
Dr. Hodaka was Calyrex's guest, and by extension, so was Bai Feng. As followers of Calyrex, they naturally wouldn't allow Glastrier to act recklessly.
"Ooh-roo~ Ooh-roo~"
"Ooh-roo~ Ooh-roo~"
The two Urshifu tried to persuade Glastrier to leave, but Glastrier didn't even fear Calyrex, so why would it pay attention to Calyrex's followers?
"Neigh~~~"
Glastrier let out a hiss, raising its two front legs high. The next second, ice pillars suddenly appeared in the Sky, smashing down towards the two Urshifu without hesitation.
"Ooh-roo~"
"Ooh-roo~"
The two Urshifu's eyes narrowed. They adjusted their stances, and Dark-type (Water-type) power surged through their bodies. They used Unseen Fist and Surging Strikes respectively. The falling ice pillars were instantly shattered into powder.
"Neigh~~~"
Glastrier looked at the two Urshifu contemptuously and hissed again.
It used Torment, preventing the Urshifu from using Unseen Fist and Surging Strikes again. At the same time, it stomped its feet heavily on the Ground, causing The Earth to crack, making the Urshifu nearly lose their balance.
The crack created by High Horsepower continued to spread outwards, almost turning the entire Plaza into debris.
"Ooh-roo~"
"Ooh-roo~"
The Urshifu finally stabilized themselves and immediately simultaneously used Close Combat to attack Glastrier.
But Glastrier also knew Close Combat. It kicked repeatedly with its two hind legs, not only easily blocking the Urshifu's attack but also kicking them flying.
Glastrier possesses very strong limbs, carrying innate Machamp-like power. Its limbs are also covered in thick ice mask, making kicks incredibly painful.
The two Urshifu knelt on one knee, looking solemnly at the arrogant Glastrier, not daring to act rashly for a moment.
They were indeed no match for Glastrier. Glastrier and Spectrier were, after all, former Pokémon kings. Without their help, Calyrex would not have been able to unify the Galar Region back then.
"Neigh~~~"
Glastrier's hissing continued. The two Urshifu were about to continue blocking, but then Bai Feng walked between them.
"Since Glastrier is here for us, let us resolve it ourselves!"
As Bai Feng's words fell, Diancie had already appeared opposite Glastrier, confronting it without any hesitation.
Hearing Bai Feng's words, the two Urshifu were stunned, but after seeing Bai Feng's gaze, they exchanged glances and silently retreated.
Dr. Hodaka looked at Bai Feng, who was confronting Glastrier, and asked Xiong Da and Xiong Er with a worried expression, "Is Bai Feng going to be okay?"
"Kuma~ Kuma~"
"Kuma~ Kuma~"
The two little bears patted their chests, full of confidence.
Over there, Bai Feng said to Diancie, "Diancie, go all out, don't hold back!"
"Okay!"
Diancie nodded. As its words fell, countless colorful radiance erupted from its body.
Diancie's body underwent a huge transformation. The white ribbon adorned with diamonds extended outwards, the diamond-like skirt hung down, and the huge crown refracted dazzling radiance.
Mega Diancie appeared!
Glastrier is a king, and Diancie is also a king!
Diancie's transformation brought a hint of solemnity to the eyes of the originally arrogant Glastrier. It decided to strike first, so countless ice pillars descended from the Sky, smashing fiercely towards Diancie.
Diancie remained calm. It raised its hand and summoned. Spears forged from pink diamond appeared around it. As it swung its hands, the diamond spears shot into the Sky, colliding with the ice pillars.
How could the hardness of ice compare to diamonds? In an instant, all the ice pillars were shattered, turning into ice shards scattered everywhere.
The diamond spears that broke through the ice pillars continued to shoot towards Glastrier with undiminished momentum.
"Neigh~~~"
Glastrier hissed towards the Sky, suddenly accelerated, and charged towards the diamond spears formed by Stone Edge using the Take Down move.
Boom!!!
Glastrier's head collided with the spears, but surprisingly, it was Diancie's diamond spears that shattered.
Legend says that the ice mask Glastrier wears on its face is 100 times harder than diamond!
Shattering the diamond spears, Glastrier continued hissing and charging towards Diancie. Diancie didn't dodge or evade. It stretched its hands forward, and a barrier appeared.
Reflect!
Boom!!!
Glastrier crashed headfirst into the Reflect barrier created by Diancie, causing a huge roar.
Crackling~~~ cracks spread across the Reflect, as if it could break at any moment.
Just then, a series of shining white rays suddenly burst from Diancie's body, hitting Glastrier head-on. Glastrier took the hit squarely.
Power Gem! Diancie used a Rock-type move, Power Gem!
"Neigh~~~"
Glastrier let out a cry of pain, then flew backwards. It was a heavyweight Pokémon, weighing nearly a ton. This fall directly shook The Earth.
Diancie pursued the advantage. It raised its right hand high, then quickly brought it down. Giant stone tablets made of diamond descended from the Sky, landing around Glastrier, forming a cage, and trapping Glastrier inside.
Rock Tomb!
"Neigh~~~"
The trapped Glastrier hissed anxiously, its four hooves constantly kicking at the diamond stone tablets.
Boom!!!
Boom!!!
Boom!!!
Again and again, the diamond stone tablets shook non-stop, and cracks appeared on the stone tablets. As expected of Glastrier with its Machamp-like power, Diancie's Rock Tomb couldn't trap it for long.
"Let's get out of here quickly!"
Bai Feng turned to Dr. Hodaka and said. He had no intention of getting entangled with Glastrier. Even if he won, he couldn't do anything to it, so it was better to retreat first!
"Yes, yes, yes, let's leave quickly while we can!" Dr. Hodaka said hurriedly.
Diancie also agreed with Bai Feng's suggestion. Although it didn't suffer a loss against Glastrier, it wasn't certain it could completely defeat the opponent.
How long had it been a legend, and how long had the opponent been a legend?
Bai Feng and his group quickly ran away, taking the two injured Urshifu and four trembling Kubfu with them.
Not long after they left, an explosion sounded. Glastrier had broken free from the Rock Tomb. It quietly looked in the direction Bai Feng and the others had run for a while, eventually giving up the chase and turning back in the direction it came from.
After running for a while, Bai Feng and the others saw that Glastrier wasn't chasing them and breathed a sigh of relief. The Urshifu thanked Bai Feng and his group and kindly offered to lead them to the final stage of the trial.
Under the guidance of the Urshifu, Bai Feng and his group arrived at the Depths of the forest on the Island. This was a Gloomy Forest, and deep within the Forest was a Throne covered in moss.
A majestic-looking Pokémon was sitting on the Throne.
"You're here!"
(End of Chapter)
**Chapter 328: King of Fertility**
Telepathy!
Hearing this voice, Bai Feng was startled.
"Calyrex!"
Calyrex nodded. "You arrived earlier than I expected. Welcome to Fertility Island as my guests."
So this island is called Fertility Island!
"Thank you!" Bai Feng said to Calyrex.
Calyrex raised its hands. What it held were two scrolls of different colors, one with a dark pattern, the other with a deep blue pattern.
These two scrolls were the items needed for Kubfu to evolve into Urshifu—the Scroll of Darkness and the Scroll of Waters.
"You have passed the trial and now have the right to view the Scroll of Darkness and the Scroll of Waters," Calyrex said, looking at Xiong Da and Xiong Er.
Hearing this, Xiong Da and Xiong Er exchanged glances, their faces showing excitement.
"Come here!" Calyrex said with a benevolent expression.
Bai Feng also looked at Xiong Da and Xiong Er and said, "Go ahead!"
"Kuma~"
"Kuma~"
Xiong Da and Xiong Er nodded and slowly walked towards Calyrex.
Calyrex sat high on its throne, looking down at Xiong Da and Xiong Er. "You are free to choose which scroll to view. If you wish to evolve into a Single Strike Style Urshifu, choose the Scroll of Darkness. If you wish to evolve into a Rapid Strike Style Urshifu, choose the Scroll of Waters."
Hearing this, Xiong Da and Xiong Er glanced at the two Urshifu not far away, then firmly made their choices.
Xiong Da raised its hands and reverently received the Scroll of Darkness.
Xiong Er raised its hands and solemnly received the Scroll of Waters.
After receiving the Scroll of Darkness and the Scroll of Waters, the two little bears took a deep breath, sat cross-legged on the ground, then slowly opened the scrolls in their hands and began to examine them carefully.
As time passed, black and blue radiance emerged from the Scroll of Darkness and the Scroll of Waters, respectively. The two streams of radiance continuously spread, extending from the scrolls all the way to Xiong Da and Xiong Er. The two little bears were quickly enveloped by the black and blue radiance.
Could this be the so-called True Meaning of Darkness and True Meaning of Water?
Bai Feng watched the two little bears enveloped in radiance, waiting quietly. The two little bears sat motionless on the ground, as if they had turned into statues.
Before long, evening arrived. The sun set in the west, leaving behind a brilliant sunset glow on the horizon.
Finally, the black and blue radiance on the two little bears disappeared, replaced by the white light of evolution.
Enveloped by the light of evolution, the size of the two little bears continuously grew. Their figures became increasingly robust, and in the blink of an eye, they became taller than Bai Feng.
Their size stopped growing only when their height surged to nearly two meters.
The radiance dissipated. Xiong Da and Xiong Er had successfully evolved into Urshifu—one Single Strike Style, one Rapid Strike Style!
"Ururu~~~"
"Ururu~~~"
The two newly evolved Urshifu simultaneously raised their heads and let out hearty roars, their voices filled with joy.
They finally evolved!
After the roars ended, Xiong Da and Xiong Er excitedly rushed towards Bai Feng and hugged him tightly.
Before, Bai Feng used to hug the siblings. Now, it was the siblings' turn to hug Bai Feng!
"Ururu~~~"
"Ururu~~~"
The siblings expressed their gratitude to Bai Feng, thanking him for his continuous care and training.
"Alright, alright! Go quickly and return the Scroll of Darkness and the Scroll of Waters to Calyrex," Bai Feng said, patting the siblings' backs.
Hearing this, Xiong Da and Xiong Er finally released Bai Feng. They turned and walked to the throne, respectfully returning the Scroll of Darkness and the Scroll of Waters to Calyrex and expressing their gratitude.
"Congratulations!"
Calyrex took back the Scroll of Darkness and the Scroll of Waters, squinting its eyes and looking at Xiong Da and Xiong Er with benevolence.
After speaking, it suddenly looked at Bai Feng again. "Human, your name is Bai Feng, correct?"
Calyrex had witnessed all the experiences of Bai Feng and his group along their journey, which is why it used a statement rather than a question.
"Yes!" Bai Feng nodded in reply.
"I saw your battle with Glastrier. You are a powerful monster tamer!"
In ancient times, Pokémon were called demonic beasts, and those who commanded demonic beasts in battle were called monster tamers. Calyrex had not left Fertility Island since entering it, thus it still used the ancient terminology.
"Thank you for the compliment." Bai Feng was a bit puzzled, not understanding why Calyrex suddenly brought this up.
"Bai Feng, I have a request. I hope you can help," Calyrex said again.
So that's it! Bai Feng suddenly understood. Calyrex had something it needed him to do.
"Please tell me!" Bai Feng said.
It turned out that Calyrex needed an item called the Reins of Unity to ride Glastrier and Spectrier.
This item was made many years ago from special fabric presented to the King of Fertility by the people when Calyrex still ruled the Galar region. It was imbued with the faith of the Galar people towards Calyrex from the past and had the effect of enhancing the Power of Fertility.
Back then, Calyrex used these reins to gallop across the Galar region with Glastrier and Spectrier, bringing fertility to the barren Galar region.
Later, Glastrier and Spectrier had a falling out with Calyrex and left, taking the Reins of Unity with them. Calyrex's power was further weakened as a result.
Calyrex's request was that Bai Feng help it retrieve the Reins of Unity from Glastrier and Spectrier.
Bai Feng looked at Calyrex in confusion and asked, "May I ask why you had a falling out with Spectrier and Glastrier?"
Logically, there should be a deep bond between Spectrier, Glastrier, and Calyrex. They shouldn't have ended up in this mutually hostile situation!
"Sigh~"
Hearing this, Calyrex let out a deep sigh.
"Here's what happened..."
It turned out that a long, long time ago, the Galar region was a very barren place. Humans and Pokémon lived in dire hardship. It was Calyrex, riding Spectrier and Glastrier and using its own Power of Fertility, that made the Galar region fertile little by little.
From then on, Calyrex became the King of the Galar Region and the faith in the hearts of the Galar people.
But somehow, at some point, people gradually forgot about Calyrex's existence. Calyrex, having lost its faith, gradually became weak and could only reside in the last pure land—Fertility Island.
After that, the Pokémon on the island discovered that Calyrex had fallen out with its two beloved horses, but no one knew the reason.
The reason was actually very simple. Calyrex was a King Pokémon, possessing a benevolent heart. Even though people had forgotten it, it still wanted to go to the continent to spread its Power of Fertility and bring happiness to humans and Pokémon.
However, Glastrier and Spectrier felt it wasn't worth it. Humans were ungrateful, so easily forgetting everything Calyrex had done for them. They weren't worth Calyrex's efforts.
Glastrier was originally temperamental, and thus became very hateful towards humans. It incited Spectrier to take Calyrex's Reins of Unity and hid together with Spectrier in the Crown Shrine, preventing Calyrex from leaving Fertility Island.
Having lost the Reins of Unity and its beloved horses, the already weak Calyrex indeed couldn't leave Fertility Island anymore. Thus, it remained in a stalemate with Glastrier and Spectrier year after year.
Over the years, Glastrier and Spectrier had been continuously encroaching upon Calyrex's living space, essentially to force Calyrex to give up on the humans and Pokémon outside and stay on Fertility Island with them in peace.
In fact, Calyrex knew perfectly well that Glastrier and Spectrier were doing it for its own good. That's why, for so many years, it had never blamed its beloved horses, only silently waiting for an opportunity.
Now, Bai Feng's arrival gave it an opportunity to retrieve the Reins of Unity.
After hearing the story Calyrex told, Bai Feng fell silent. He thought that if he were in Calyrex's position, he might have made the same choice as Glastrier and Spectrier.
He looked up at Calyrex on the throne, moved by its determination and benevolence. He didn't consider himself a selfless person, but he genuinely admired Calyrex's persistence in being willing to sacrifice everything for others.
"Alright, I promise! Consider it a thank you gift for your willingness to help Xiong Da and Xiong Er evolve!" Bai Feng replied.
"Thank you, human!" A smile appeared on Calyrex's face.
"Oh, right, come with me!"
At this moment, Calyrex seemed to remember something. It suddenly said to Bai Feng and stepped down from the throne.
Led by Calyrex, Bai Feng and his group arrived at a valley. There was a snowfield here, created by the Snom and Frosmoth living in the area. The snowfield was filled with a type of grass covered in frost.
Calyrex introduced to Bai Feng, "This is Glastrier's favorite Ice Carrot. If you see it at the Crown Shrine and it's very temperamental, these Ice Carrots might be able to slightly soothe its emotions."
These Ice Carrots were all planted by Calyrex specifically for its beloved horse. However, since they had their falling out, Glastrier had never come to eat the Ice Carrots again.
Ice Carrots need to grow in an ice and snow environment. Before Calyrex and Glastrier had their falling out, the ice and snow environment needed for the Ice Carrots' growth was personally maintained by Glastrier.
After Glastrier left, Calyrex had no choice but to ask Snom and Frosmoth to take care of the Ice Carrots.
With Glastrier gone, it was impossible for Calyrex not to feel sad.
"Alright, let's start digging up the carrots!"
Saying this, Bai Feng called Xiong Da and Xiong Er to dig up the carrots together. Seeing this, Dr. Hodaka also helped dig. The other two Urshifu and four Kubfu also pitched in to help.
The Ice Carrots looked similar to normal carrots, white and tender, adorned with ice crystals on the outside, emitting a cool aura.
"Calyrex, can humans eat this carrot?" Bai Feng asked Calyrex, holding up a plump white Ice Carrot.
"Of course, Ice Carrots are also a particularly delicious food for humans," Calyrex nodded in reply.
Hearing this, Bai Feng didn't hesitate to wipe the Ice Carrot in his hand with his clothes and immediately took a bite.
Because they grew in snow, the Ice Carrots weren't actually dirty.
With one bite, sweet juice flowed in his mouth. The crisp taste made it irresistible. Bai Feng instantly fell in love with this special carrot.
The temperature in this valley was relatively low, so eating the cold Ice Carrots didn't feel quite right. If he were in some hot place in Alola, eating a cool, refreshing Ice Carrot would be the ultimate enjoyment!
Bai Feng decided to ask Calyrex for some Ice Carrot seeds later and take them home to plant. Ice Carrots contained abundant Ice-type energy, and he believed Ice-type Pokémon would also really like them.
He also wanted his Mother and the other Pokémon at home to try them.
Soon, Bai Feng and the others had dug a full basket of Ice Carrots.
After putting away the Ice Carrots, Bai Feng looked at Calyrex again and asked, "Since you planted Ice Carrots that Glastrier likes, you must have also planted Black Carrots that Spectrier likes, right?"
Calyrex glanced at Bai Feng in surprise, not expecting him to know about Black Carrots. As far as it knew, Ice Carrots and Black Carrots should have gone extinct in the outside world.
Calyrex nodded. "That's right. Come with me!"
Calyrex led Bai Feng and his group away from the valley and came to a dark cemetery. This cemetery was where the Pokémon on the island were buried after death.
Next to the cemetery was a plot of land, where a Golurk was swinging a hoe.
"Those are the Black Carrots!" Calyrex said to Bai Feng and the others, pointing at the crops in the farmland.
Black Carrots can only grow next to a cemetery with a strong Ghost-type aura.
The Black Carrots here were also planted by Calyrex for its beloved horse, but unfortunately, Spectrier hadn't been here for a long time.
"Let's start digging!" Bai Feng said, calling out to Dr. Hodaka and the Pokémon.
Soon, they had dug another full basket of Black Carrots.
Unlike Ice Carrots, Black Carrots cannot be eaten by humans. The Ghost-type energy they contain can corrode the human body.
However, for Ghost-type Pokémon, Black Carrots are indeed excellent food ingredients.
Bai Feng decided to ask Calyrex for some Black Carrot seeds when he left and plant them in the Trevenant Forest at home. That place would definitely be very suitable for planting Black Carrots!
After preparing the Black Carrots and Ice Carrots, Bai Feng and the others didn't immediately head to the Crown Shrine to look for the Reins of Unity, because the time had already grown dark.
Xiong Da and Xiong Er's trial had ended, so that evening, Bai Feng used the Summoning Ring to send Dr. Hodaka home. He himself also went home for a good rest and didn't return to Fertility Island until the next morning.
Calyrex found a female Indeedee to guide Bai Feng, and only then did Bai Feng find the Crown Shrine located in the northeastern corner of Fertility Island.
Unlike the other fertile parts of the island, the area around the Crown Shrine was covered in thick snow, looking very desolate. It was clear at a glance that it was affected by Glastrier.
The temple was built very tall and majestic, but because it was built so long ago, its exterior was already dilapidated, with mottled marks everywhere.
Bai Feng looked at the temple gate. The gate wasn't closed, but it was pitch black inside, and nothing could be seen clearly.
Just as Bai Feng was about to step into the temple, a shadow slowly flew out from inside.
"Dora~" Please stop!
The shadow stared at Bai Feng and spoke.
Dragapult!
Seeing this Pokémon, Bai Feng couldn't help but widen his eyes. It was clear that the Dragapult in front of him was the temple's "guard dog"!
(end of chapter)
# Chapter 329: Similar Aura
Dragapult had no intention of moving aside. Bai Feng sighed deeply and decided he had no choice but to go head-to-head.
A Ring appeared in front of him, and Dragonair emerged from it, confronting Dragapult face-to-face.
Feeling the Aura emanating from Dragonair, Dragapult naturally regarded Bai Feng as an intruder and launched an Attack without hesitation.
"Dra!"
After a Hiss, Dragapult, enveloped in blue-purple Dragon-type Energy, charged towards Dragonair. The strong wind it stirred up along the way even flipped over the Stone Slabs on the Ground.
This was the Dragon-type move, Dragon Rush.
Dragonair showed no weakness. It roared, also enveloped in blue-purple Dragon-type Energy, and charged towards Dragapult, radiating a terrifying Aura.
Boom!!!
The two Pokémon collided. Smoke and dust filled the air, Airwaves rolled, and countless pieces of stone were sent flying in all directions by the shockwaves. Bai Feng quickly used Psychic to create a Barrier in front of himself, blocking the flying Stones.
Dragonair and Dragapult flew out of the smoke and dust one after another. At this moment, a hint of caution appeared in Dragapult's Gaze towards Dragonair.
In that clash just now, it had actually been at a disadvantage!
Although Dragonair was not in its Final Form, this did not mean its Potential and Strength were weaker than Dragonite's Final Form. On the contrary, Dragonair, whose physique was becoming increasingly similar to Zygarde's, was truly a near-godlike existence.
"Woo~~~"
Dragonair cried out. Suddenly, specks of golden-green light appeared around its Body. The next second, the specks of light transformed into countless arrows with fiery tails, shooting towards Dragapult.
Zygarde's Signature Move, Thousand Arrows.
Dragapult's expression changed upon seeing this. It immediately used Agility to dodge, but the golden-green arrows seemed to have eyes, relentlessly pursuing it from behind.
Left with no choice, Dragapult made a sudden stop and opened its mouth to unleash a blue-purple Dragon-type Energy wave.
Dragon Pulse!
Boom!!!
Dragon Pulse collided with the arrows formed by Thousand Arrows. Although most of the arrows were neutralized by Dragon Pulse, a few still hit Dragapult.
"Dra!!!"
Dragapult screamed and fell from the air to the Ground. It tried to struggle and fly up, but was horrified to find that some Power was restraining it, preventing it from ascending no matter what.
Thousand Arrows: Can hit Pokémon floating in the air. If an airborne Opponent is knocked down, they will fall to the Ground and be unable to fly.
Although Dragapult is not a Flying type Pokémon and its Ability is not Levitate, you tell me, can it fly or not!
(Note: This is a modification. The additional effect of the Ground-type move Thousand Arrows originally only applied to Flying type and Levitate Ability Pokémon, as well as Pokémon under the effects of Magnet Rise or Telekinesis, not all Pokémon that can fly.)
Clearly, Dragapult could fly, so it suffered the consequences.
Seeing Dragapult fall into panic, Dragonair wouldn't miss this good Opportunity. It immediately opened its mouth, unleashed a Dragon-type Energy, and charged towards the Opponent with a roar.
As the "guard dog" of the Temple, Dragapult naturally had its outstanding qualities. Being unable to fly did indeed make it panic, but upon seeing the roaring Dragon Pulse charging towards it, it suddenly calmed down.
A strange Space suddenly appeared beneath Dragapult. The next second, it slowly sank into that Space and disappeared.
Ghost-type move, Phantom Force!
Boom!!!
Dragapult disappeared, and Dragonair's Dragon Pulse missed, hitting the Ground and blasting a Giant Pit into the Stone Slabs.
"Dragonair, be careful!" Bai Feng reminded.
Dragonair nodded and looked around vigilantly, preventing a sudden attack from Dragapult.
Suddenly, Bai Feng had a sudden idea and said to Dragonair, "Dragonair, Dragon Dance!"
Dragonair was startled, then nodded and, following Bai Feng's instructions, began to spin its Body rapidly.
Dragon Dance: A mysterious and powerful dance that sharply raises the user's Attack and Speed.
As the round of Dragon Dance enhancement finished, Dragonair's Aura was noticeably strengthened, but Dragapult still hadn't appeared.
So Bai Feng said, "Dragonair, continue!"
"Woo~~"
Dragonair nodded and began a new round of Dragon Dance.
Watching Dragonair continuously getting stronger, Dragapult, hidden in the dark, finally couldn't sit still. It immediately emerged from the Dimensional Space created by Phantom Force, intending to Sneak Attack Dragonair.
But Dragonair was using Dragon Dance, its Body in rapid rotation. Airwaves generated by the spinning surrounded it, forming a special protective Barrier.
As soon as Dragapult appeared, it was bounced away by that Barrier. At the same time, Dragonair stopped dancing, and the second round of enhancement ended.
It finally appeared!
"Dragonair, Dragon Rush!"
As Bai Feng's words fell, Dragonair, enveloped in blue-purple Dragon-type Energy, turned into a streak of light and slammed fiercely into Dragapult.
After two rounds of Dragon Dance enhancement, Dragonair's Speed and Attack were greatly boosted, making it impossible for Dragapult to easily dodge anymore.
Dragapult had just stabilized its Body when it was hit again the next second.
Boom!!!
After a Loud Noise, Dragonair flew out of the smoke and dust, looking down from above.
When the smoke and dust dissipated, Dragapult lay in the Deep Pit, completely unconscious.
Seeing this situation, Dragonair took a deep breath, then happily flew to Bai Feng's side, with an expression asking for praise.
Bai Feng stroked Dragonair's head, "Well done, go back and get some good rest!"
"Woo~~~"
Dragonair nodded, then dove into the Passage Bai Feng opened.
Looking at the unconscious Dragapult, Bai Feng thought for a moment, used Psychic to lift it out of the Deep Pit, placed it leaning against a Stone Pillar, and took out a portion of Gigantamix Juice to feed it.
Seeing that Dragapult seemed fine, he then stood up and walked step by step into the dark Crown Shrine.
Only upon entering the Temple did Bai Feng realize that not only was the light dim inside, but it was also exceptionally quiet. His footsteps echoed continuously in the empty Temple, creating a great psychological Pressure.
Bai Feng opened the Summoning Ring again, and Heliolisk walked out.
"Eli! Eli!"
Without needing Bai Feng's instructions, Heliolisk took the initiative to use Flash, instantly dispelling the surrounding darkness.
Then it ran to Bai Feng's side, vigilantly observing the surroundings to ensure Bai Feng's Safety.
With Heliolisk's company, Bai Feng instantly felt full of security.
As they moved further into the Temple, the surrounding temperature became lower. The perceptive Heliolisk quickly issued a warning to Bai Feng.
"Eli! Eli!"
Because it has Dragon Genes (referring to Heliolisk being in the Dragon Egg Group, able to breed with Dragon Pokémon), Heliolisk is very sensitive to changes in temperature.
However, the Danger that Heliolisk was worried about did not appear.
After walking for a while longer, a glimmer of light appeared ahead. Bai Feng and Heliolisk saw an ice sculpture, an ice sculpture of Glastrier.
The light throughout the entire Temple was very dim, only this ice sculpture of Glastrier emitted dazzling Radiance.
The ice sculpture's head was raised upwards, with only its two hind legs on the Ground, and its two forelegs raised high, as if howling at the sky.
"What a lifelike Statue!"
Bai Feng exclaimed. Just as he was about to go forward for a closer look, a Hiss suddenly came from beside his ear. Heliolisk immediately became vigilant as if facing a great enemy.
Then Bai Feng saw Cracks suddenly appear on the lifelike ice sculpture. With a burst of white light exploding outwards, the ice sculpture turned into the real Glastrier.
"Neigh~~~"
Glastrier looked at Bai Feng with icy Gaze, as if saying: You dare appear before me again?
The next second, Glastrier galloped to Bai Feng's side and raised its leg to kick towards Bai Feng.
Seeing this, Heliolisk raised its Tail and used Dragon Tail to whip towards Glastrier.
Dragon Tail collided with the horse's hoof, and Heliolisk was instantly kicked away.
Compared to an existence of Glastrier's level, Heliolisk was still a bit weaker. It was kicked and slid a long distance on the Ground before barely managing to stabilize itself again.
But Heliolisk's Dragon Tail comes with a knockback effect, and Glastrier also uncontrollably took a few steps back, which just happened to resolve Bai Feng's Crisis.
Bai Feng had originally intended to use Teleport to escape, but then thought of something. He took out Ice Radishes one by one from his Backpack and threw them towards Glastrier.
Look at my Ice Radish Attack!
Under the control of Bai Feng's Psychic, the Ice Radishes fell on Glastrier's Body like falling Rain.
Glastrier was originally planning to continue the Attack on Bai Feng, but upon seeing the Ice Radishes falling from the sky, it was stunned.
Staring at one Ice Radish on the Ground for a while, Glastrier's originally surging anger seemed to gradually subside. It lowered its head, bit an Ice Radish, and began to chew with crunching sounds.
The familiar Taste made Glastrier momentarily lost in thought.
How long had it been since it last ate Ice Radishes? It seemed like it couldn't remember anymore.
Truly nostalgic!
Taking advantage of the Opportunity while Glastrier was eating the Ice Radishes, Bai Feng used Teleport to get to Heliolisk's side, then used Teleport again to take it and run towards the deeper part of the Temple.
After noticing Bai Feng's action, Glastrier stopped eating the Ice Radishes, turned around, and looked towards the deeper part of the Temple, lost in thought.
It raised its leg, originally wanting to chase after them, but for some reason, it slowly withdrew the foot it had stepped out with. Then it turned back and lowered its head to start eating the Ice Radishes again.
Let Spectrier handle it!
Spectrier, what kind of choice will you make? To give or not to give?
As for Bai Feng's Purpose, Glastrier was actually very clear.
After teleporting countless times, Bai Feng looked back and saw that Glastrier hadn't chased after them, and let out a deep sigh of relief. At this moment, he observed the surroundings and found that the Environment had changed significantly.
In the part where Glastrier resided, the surroundings were filled with frost and ice, so the Temple looked less dilapidated. But now, this place was full of mottled marks everywhere. The walls and Ground were covered with Moss and unidentified Grass. The air was full of damp and rotten Smell.
After Bai Feng took Heliolisk and walked two steps inside, what appeared before them was a circular platform similar to a stage.
However, the circular platform looked very worn out, with dark green Grass growing all over its edges.
"Neigh~~~"
With an eerie Hiss, the quiet Atmosphere was broken. Only to see on the circular platform, a jet-black steed slowly appeared, as if emerging out of thin air.
It was precisely Spectrier.
Seeing Spectrier appear, Heliolisk became vigilant as if facing a great enemy. It immediately blocked in front of Bai Feng, and golden Electric arcs flickered on its Body.
But Spectrier did not seem to have the intention to Attack. It looked down from above at Bai Feng and Heliolisk, and a strange Radiance flickered in its eyes.
One Human and one horse just looked at each other quietly like this.
After a long while, Spectrier finally spoke.
"Neigh~~~" Human, you came to get the Reins of Unity?
Bai Feng nodded: "That's right."
According to what Calyrex said, the Reins of Unity were in Spectrier's hands.
"Neigh~~~"
Spectrier let out a deep sigh.
"Neigh~~~" After so many years, it still hasn't given up.
This "it" obviously refers to Calyrex.
Bai Feng did not speak. Spectrier's Temper was clearly much better than Glastrier's.
Then Spectrier asked again: "Since it sent you, didn't it tell you to bring me a Gift?"
Bai Feng was startled upon hearing this, then smiled and took out a Basket of Black Radish from his Space Backpack, "Of course there's a Gift!"
Looking at a Basket of Black Radish, Spectrier nodded in satisfaction, "It still understands me so well!"
Saying this, it leaped down from the circular platform, walked step by step to the front of the Basket, lowered its head, and began to enjoy the Black Radish.
Soon, a Basket of Black Radish was eaten completely clean.
"How did you break through Glastrier's blockade and get here to me?" Spectrier asked in confusion. It hadn't heard the Sound of Battle. Could it be that this Human was already strong enough to defeat Glastrier easily?
Actually, Bai Feng also felt that the breakthrough was a bit too easy. So he told Spectrier the process of the breakthrough.
Spectrier let out a light laugh, "It seems that Glastrier hasn't been lonely these past years either!"
The "it" here naturally refers to Glastrier.
Hearing Spectrier's words, Bai Feng thought to himself, could Glastrier still be a tsundere? Actually, it misses Calyrex terribly in its heart, but due to pride, that's why it was too embarrassed to reconcile with Calyrex?
Glastrier! Tsundere is out of fashion now!
Spectrier then looked at Bai Feng again and said, "You want the Reins of Unity?"
Bai Feng nodded.
"It's not impossible to give it to you!" Spectrier said.
"What do I need to pay?" Bai Feng didn't expect Spectrier to be so easy to talk to.
"Where is your Meganium?" Spectrier asked a question that surprised Bai Feng, "Call it here for me to see."
Under Spectrier's expectant Gaze, Bai Feng used the Summoning Ring to call Meganium from Home.
"Meganium? Meganium?"
Seeing Spectrier circle around itself continuously, Meganium felt very awkward.
"Similar! Very similar!"
Spectrier couldn't help but shout.
Bai Feng was completely confused, "Similar to what?"
"Similar to Calyrex!"
Spectrier replied. The Life Aura on this Meganium was very similar to Calyrex's. That night, it was attracted by this special Life Aura, which is why it appeared in the dark night.
(End of this chapter)
**Chapter 330: Regaining Faith, Recasting Glory**
Hearing Spectrier's words, Bai Feng thought: My Meganium is that amazing?
Spectrier then asked Meganium, "Can you use Grassy Terrain?"
It can, but it knows the advanced version!
Meganium didn't answer Spectrier, directly unleashing Jungle Terrain.
In the dim Temple, centered around Meganium, green energy slowly spread out, emitting a faint radiance.
Saplings shot up from the ground, growing into tall trees in the blink of an eye. The originally malnourished, dark plants in the Temple became full of vigor under the nourishment of the Jungle Terrain.
"Hiss~~~"
Seeing this scene, Spectrier jumped into the Jungle Terrain in surprise, taking a deep, intoxicated breath towards a tree full of life aura.
"It really is similar to it!" Spectrier said, completely satisfied.
As Spectrier's words fell, the green energy forming the Jungle Terrain began to automatically surge into its body. The large trees started to disintegrate, and the Jungle slowly disappeared.
Seeing this scene, Meganium was startled, and quickly spat out a mouthful of dark green life energy outward, attempting to reconstruct the Jungle Terrain. Unfortunately, it was useless; the Jungle Terrain vanished in just over ten seconds.
Having absorbed the life energy that formed the Jungle Terrain, Spectrier was completely satisfied. "It's been so long since I felt this refreshed!"
Meganium: ...
Am I your food manufacturing machine?
After absorbing the life energy, Spectrier looked at Bai Feng and said, "I can give you the Reins of Unity... but..."
Saying this, Spectrier's expression became meaningful.
"But even if you get the Reins of Unity, what then? With just the Reins of Unity, Calyrex won't be able to subdue me and Glastrier. After all, Calyrex isn't the Calyrex it used to be..."
Hearing this, Bai Feng fell into deep thought.
Indeed, Calyrex, having lost its faith, has had its power greatly weakened. Even with the Reins of Unity, it probably won't be able to regain its former radiance.
This Pokémon, who once made great contributions to the Galar region, has now been forgotten by people... Bai Feng suddenly felt a sense of desolation.
He felt that perhaps he should do something to help Calyrex.
Bai Feng suddenly looked up at Spectrier. "Spectrier, I have something to ask of you?"
Spectrier asked doubtfully, "What is it?"
Bai Feng said solemnly, "I want you and Glastrier to meet Calyrex. Glastrier definitely won't be willing, so I want to ask you to persuade it."
Hearing this, Spectrier looked surprised. "You sure are bold to ask. How do you know I'd be willing to help?"
Bai Feng smiled. "A hunch?"
Spectrier was amused by Bai Feng's words. "A good hunch indeed. I agree. I hope you can give me a surprise."
For some reason, a thought suddenly flashed through Spectrier's mind: perhaps this human really could break the ice in its bond with Glastrier and Calyrex.
"Thank you," Bai Feng said gratefully.
"No need to thank me," Spectrier said, shaking its mane. A purple Rein fell from it. "This is the Reins of Unity. Take it."
Bai Feng bent down and picked up the Rein, then said to Spectrier, "Two days from now, we will meet in front of Calyrex's Throne."
Spectrier nodded slightly, then its figure slowly faded, disappearing before Bai Feng in the blink of an eye.
Bai Feng opened the Summoning Ring, taking Meganium and Heliolisk inside. When they reappeared, they were already in front of Calyrex.
Looking at the Reins of Unity in Bai Feng's hand, Calyrex showed joy. "I knew you could do it!"
Bai Feng returned the Reins of Unity to Calyrex and revealed a piece of news that shocked it.
Two days later, Spectrier and Glastrier would meet it here!
Hearing this news for the first time, the usually steady Calyrex was actually a little flustered. But after Bai Feng dropped this news, he had already used the Summoning Ring to return home, leaving Calyrex holding the Reins of Unity, disheveled in the wind.
After returning home, Bai Feng thought for a moment, then took out his phone and made a call to Chairman Rose.
Bai Feng told Chairman Rose Calyrex's story and its current predicament. Chairman Rose also fell into deep thought after listening.
He thought the same as Bai Feng: a Pokémon like Calyrex should not be forgotten!
Isn't Calyrex's current predicament due to being forgotten by humans and losing its faith? Then let people remember it again! Fortunately, Chairman Rose has the corresponding status, so achieving this won't be difficult.
After some discussion, the two decided on a general plan.
First, they planned to produce an epic movie about Calyrex and screen it throughout the entire Pokémon World.
Both Bai Feng and Chairman Rose had enough money, so producing a movie wouldn't be difficult.
Next was to create a song that could be passed down by word of mouth, a song praising Calyrex.
As long as the promotion was strong and the song's quality wasn't too bad, they wouldn't worry about nobody knowing this song! A widely circulated song meant that Calyrex's deeds would be widely circulated.
Bai Feng still planned to ask Nie Zi to compose the song, but the performer couldn't be the Primarina Band, because the Primarina Band had always been singing in Pokémon Language, which was difficult for normal humans to understand.
If it wasn't easy enough to understand, it couldn't be widely spread and sung.
As for who to find as the performer... Bai Feng still needed to think about it.
Finally, Bai Feng also planned to create a children's picture book to tell children Calyrex's story.
Children are the future of this world!
In the era when Calyrex ruled, information transmission was very difficult, so Calyrex's reputation was only spread after great effort. But in this era of advanced information, spreading something is effortless.
O King, the era has changed!
After discussing the general plan with Chairman Rose, they each took action.
Chairman Rose had the massive conglomerate Macro Cosmos under his command. As long as he gave the orders, his subordinates would handle the matters for him at the fastest speed.
After two days of planning, Bai Feng returned to Fertility Island with the prepared material. At this time, Calyrex was already waiting anxiously.
On both sides of its throne were two baskets of Ice Radish and Black Radish, clearly prepared for Glastrier and Spectrier.
Seeing Bai Feng appear, Calyrex seemed to have found its backbone. "Bai Feng, you're finally here!"
After a while, Calyrex asked uncertainly, "Will Glastrier and Spectrier really come?"
"They definitely will. Since Spectrier promised me, it must be confident it can persuade Glastrier," Bai Feng said, reassuring Calyrex.
Calyrex truly valued its bond with Glastrier and Spectrier. As a King who had ruled the Galar region for many years, there were few matters that could shake it. Even though it had become weak due to losing its faith, it had never been as flustered as it was now.
Bai Feng just waited and waited with Calyrex, from early morning until evening. The sun was about to set, but Spectrier and Glastrier still hadn't appeared.
Calyrex sat on the throne, its face full of dejection. "As expected... they still don't want to see me..."
Bai Feng was also full of doubt. Had Spectrier failed to persuade Glastrier?
Finally, the last trace of the sun's afterglow disappeared, and the world completely fell In the darkness. Spectrier and Glastrier still hadn't appeared.
Bai Feng summoned Volcarona, letting it hover high above the throne. Its warm radiance shone upon Calyrex, whose face was full of listlessness.
Clip-clop-clop~~~
Clip-clop-clop~~~
Just then, the sound of hurried hooves came.
Bai Feng said excitedly to Calyrex, "Calyrex, listen, Glastrier and Spectrier are here!"
"Hiss~~~"
"Hiss~~~"
Then came the familiar hiss.
"It's them! They're here!" Calyrex jumped down from the throne in excitement, pacing back and forth restlessly in front of Bai Feng.
Finally, the two horses slowly appeared In the darkness. Six eyes met, and for a moment, only each other remained in the eyes of Calyrex, Spectrier, and Glastrier.
"Hmph!!!"
Suddenly, Glastrier let out a disdainful snort, breaking the quiet atmosphere. The atmosphere suddenly became awkward.
Of course, this was the moment for Bai Feng to step in and ease the atmosphere.
"Hahaha, long time no see everyone. Let's not just stare at each other like this."
Glastrier glared at Bai Feng, turned and walked to the side, and exhaled a breath of cold air towards the ground. An ice platform appeared. It lay down on the ice platform and closed its eyes, adopting an attitude of 'do whatever you want'.
Bai Feng didn't take Glastrier's attitude to heart. Instead, he took out the things he had prepared from his space backpack: computer, projector, speaker system...
"What are you doing?" Spectrier asked, looking at the pile of things it didn't recognize in front of it.
So Bai Feng began to introduce the function of each thing to it and Calyrex.
These things were too novel for "antiques" like Calyrex and Spectrier. As they listened, they actually became engrossed.
It turned out that the outside world had changed so much.
Gradually, even Glastrier's attention was attracted. It quietly pricked up its ears to eavesdrop, its peripheral vision constantly glancing towards Bai Feng, yet it insisted on pretending to be indifferent.
Bai Feng, with his sharp sense, naturally noticed Glastrier's little actions and chuckled inwardly.
As expected, a tsundere!
Then Bai Feng began to tell the three Pokémon about his plan.
He knew Glastrier was too shy to get close to them, so he slowly led Spectrier and Calyrex closer to it.
If the mountain won't come to me, I'll go to the mountain.
The three Pokémon had just learned about the efficiency and convenience of modern information transmission from Bai Feng's introduction, and also learned about various modern art forms. Therefore, after hearing Bai Feng's introduction, while being shocked, they also affirmed Bai Feng's plan.
"As long as the plan succeeds, people will remember Calyrex's achievements, and Calyrex might regain its faith. In that case... shouldn't the three of you reconcile?" Bai Feng asked Spectrier and Glastrier tentatively.
"Hiss~~~"
Spectrier didn't hesitate at all and directly agreed to reconcile with Calyrex.
It hadn't blamed Calyrex in the first place. Its departure before was just following Glastrier's plan, wanting to stimulate Calyrex a bit.
After all, with humans having already forgotten Calyrex, for Calyrex to still give to humans was truly not worth it in its opinion.
The temperamental Glastrier wasn't so easy to talk to. It felt it still needed to wait and see. Only when Calyrex could truly regain its faith would it not be too late for them to reconcile.
If the plan failed, it still wouldn't agree to Calyrex leaving Fertility Island.
After saying this, Glastrier returned to the Crown Shrine alone.
However, before leaving, it didn't forget to eat that basket of Ice Radish completely.
Calyrex was already very satisfied with this result.
After leaving Fertility Island, Bai Feng used the Summoning Ring to go to Chairman Rose's place and began to prepare everything intensely.
Since the plan was proposed by him, he couldn't just leave the subsequent matters to Chairman Rose. Whether it was contributing money or effort, he was duty-bound!
Time flew by, and after several months, Xiao Limo, who had been hospitalized, finally fully recovered. Today was the day she was discharged from the Hospital.
Bai Feng arrived at the Hospital in Hau'oli City via the Summoning Ring, planning to welcome Limo home. With him was a cute Piplup.
This Piplup was exactly the one Dr. Hodaka had found for Bai Feng to use as Limo's starter Pokémon.
As a famous professor in the Pokémon League, it wasn't difficult for Dr. Hodaka to acquire a Piplup.
When Bai Feng arrived at the Hospital, Lopunny had already packed Limo's things.
During Limo's hospitalization, Lopunny, Hatterene, the Meowstic siblings, and Director Meili basically took turns taking care of her.
Seeing Bai Feng enter, Xiao Limo's face showed surprise.
"Bai... Feng... Ge!!!"
Limo waved and greeted Bai Feng. Because she hadn't been able to speak for many years, even after recovering through surgery, she couldn't speak fluently right away. So she was still practicing, usually only managing to get words out one by one. It was even more difficult than when Bai Feng learned the language of this world back then.
To be able to speak fluently sooner, even with difficulty articulating and speaking unclearly, Xiao Limo still insisted on speaking with her mouth instead of using her habitual sign language.
Bai Feng walked over to Xiao Limo. "Limo, congratulations on being discharged! Everyone is waiting for you at home. We'll celebrate properly when we get home."
"Mm... mm..."
Limo had a bright smile on her face, her eyes like crescent moons. Just then, she noticed the Piplup in Bai Feng's arms.
"Bai... Feng... Ge... It... mine..."
When Limo got anxious, she tended to speak unclearly. She pointed at Piplup, expressing herself anxiously.
However, Bai Feng still understood what she meant. Holding up Piplup, he said, "Yes, this is the Pokémon I prepared for you. Its name is Piplup, and it's a Water-type Pokémon."
"Piplup~ Piplup~"
Bai Feng had already made a promise with Piplup before coming, so this lively Piplup didn't reject Limo at all. Hearing Bai Feng's introduction, it immediately raised its little wing and greeted Limo.
Limo found Piplup adorable. She took it from Bai Feng's hands, and the human and Pokémon shared a warm moment.
After Limo and Piplup got acquainted, Bai Feng picked up Limo's luggage and said to them, "It's getting late. Let's go home!"
(End of Chapter)