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At this moment, Gyarados showed no hint of being a water tyrant. Although its temper had grown with its evolution, Gyarados was not estranged from Ash.
On the contrary, their bond seemed even deeper. Magikarp was different; in fact, even Pikachu only met Ash after Magikarp. Although Ash never officially caught Magikarp, they established a deep bond.
Pika!!
Pikachu also ran over, jumped onto Gyarados, and directly used Gyarados's body as a slide. The other Pokémon in the water, seeing this, gradually gathered, no longer so afraid.
"Ash, thank you so much!"
Although it was a complete mess, for the gym, "083" was nothing. Perhaps the Cerulean City Gym was one of the weakest gyms in the Kanto region, but it was also the most profitable.
"It's nothing, I just helped out." Ash responded calmly.
He couldn't possibly stand by and watch Team Rocket. It was just a bit unexpected. In the anime, they appeared during his battle with Misty. But here, he wasn't battling Misty; he was battling the Cerulean City Gym Leaders.
However, because of the incident at Mt. Moon, he thought they wouldn't appear. And he hadn't heard of anything being stolen in the city. He didn't expect them to appear only after the gym challenge ended. Fortunately, he and Brock had returned.
"Misty, what's wrong? Are you hurt?" Misty seemed a bit down at this moment. She was hugging Starmie, saying nothing. Ash couldn't help but ask.
"No... no, thank you, Ash, but I... I really can't do anything."
Misty hugged Starmie, feeling a bit self-reproachful. If Ash and Brock hadn't arrived in time, the gym's Pokémon would have been in danger.
"It's alright. If your strength isn't enough, you can slowly improve. But the heart to protect your Pokémon and the gym is essential."
"Don't take it to heart. If you want to improve your strength, I'm always here to help!" Ash walked to Misty's side to comfort her.
"Thank you, Ash!" Misty was very touched by Ash's words. The three sisters behind them, seeing this, all revealed doting smiles. They were increasingly finding this little brother charming.
...
Not long after, Officer Jenny arrived with many police officers. Not to mention the incident at Cerulean Gym, such a huge commotion earlier must have been noticed by people outside. They immediately called the police.
Upon arriving at the scene, Daisy explained the situation to Officer Jenny, who then also explained the situation.
They had just been investigating a theft case. It turned out that while Ash was waiting for the Cerulean City Gym Leaders to retrieve their Pokémon, Team Rocket had stolen a large pump and a large water pipe from a shop in Cerulean City.
They hadn't even found out who did it, and then problems arose at the Cerulean Gym. Now, both matters were clear.
Unfortunately, Team Rocket had disappeared without a trace. Officer Jenny immediately ordered a search. As for the matter of the pump, the pump was damaged, but this couldn't be blamed on Ash.
After all, they were facing a Pokémon poaching group, so it was impossible to still care about the machine. Daisy said that they would handle the machine.
Officer Jenny took down a statement, then had people start cleaning up the scene. As for Ash and the others, they had nothing else to do here.
As agreed, Misty took Brock out for a stroll. In the evening, Ash and Brock returned to the Pokémon Center, while Misty continued back to the gym.
The next day
Early the next morning, Ash and Brock woke up early. After breakfast at the Pokémon Center, they had Nurse Joy check on their Pokémon's condition again, then packed their bags and checked out.
Having obtained the Cascade Badge, their goal was naturally the next gym. So Ash didn't plan to linger and prepared to continue to the next gym.
The next gym was in Vermillion City, which was a bit far from Cerulean City, so Ash wanted to set off early.
"Sisters, you don't have to see us off. We're leaving first!" Ash and Brock came to the Cerulean City Gym and found Misty. Misty was already prepared. After meeting up with Ash and Brock, they were ready to depart. The group arrived outside the gym...
"Misty, you have to work hard! Otherwise! Not only will your beauty be inferior to ours, but your Pokémon will also..." Although it was time to part, Violet didn't seem too worried or reluctant.
Instead, she reverted to her previous mocking self. Actually, this was just to motivate her. After seeing Misty protect the gym and her Pokémon, they had already recognized their little sister.
"No way, I'm prettier than you!!" Misty shouted, refusing to accept it.
"Alright, alright, don't mind it!" Daisy also responded with a smile.
"Alright, Misty, you be careful. Ash, Brock, I'm entrusting my sister to your care." Lily also interrupted their sisterly squabble, then gently instructed them, also looking at Ash and Brock.
"I know, don't worry! Then we'll take our leave." Ash responded, then he and Brock turned. Misty also said.
"Then, Sister Daisy, I'm leaving. Next time I come back, I'll definitely be a great trainer." Misty also responded to Daisy, then turned and followed Ash's footsteps, leaving together.
...
Leaving Cerulean City, they embarked on a journey to the next honest city. Ash knew that Cerulean City and Pewter City were like beginner villages. Beyond these two cities lay the true vast map.
Not only would the Pokémon encountered increase, but the number of trainers encountered would also increase. On the first day after leaving Cerulean City, Ash encountered many trainers. Seeing Ash with Pikachu, they knew Ash was a trainer.
So, along the way, Ash defeated over a dozen trainers in one day. By night, the group camped outdoors.
Early the next morning, Brock and Misty were still asleep, but Ash had already woken up early. He also woke up Pikachu. During this time, although he had won two badges, Ash hadn't neglected his training.
His Pokémon had already gotten used to Ash's training rhythm and could also feel their own strength increasing.
"Pikachu, continue yesterday's training!"
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