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No problem, there's really no need to worry too much.
Mammon confirmed this point. Although a corrupted Arceus was indeed a bit terrifying, even with five plates missing, it still crushed the Sinnoh Trio.
Its combat power was simply too exaggerated.
But upon closer thought, the main reason Arceus went berserk was because it believed it had been betrayed by Damos.
However, this was actually just a misunderstanding. As long as Arceus understood the truth, this disaster could be resolved.
And under the pressure from Arceus, Dialga would also lend a hand.
Even if they couldn't defeat the corrupted Arceus, it would be enough as long as Dialga was willing to help.
Thinking of this, Mammon felt much more relaxed.
Moreover, even with the existence of the town of Michina Town, it didn't mean that the 'misunderstanding' from the movie truly happened, so there was no need to worry.
Sandgem Town, a small sandy town adjacent to the sea.
Sandgem Town is close to the coast, a town where one can smell the refreshing scent of the sea breeze. The most famous landmark in Sandgem Town is Professor Rowan's laboratory.
As the most renowned and authoritative research professor in the Sinnoh region, Professor Rowan's influence was considerable, as he was also one of the best professors in the world.
But besides Professor Rowan's laboratory, Sandgem Town also had a rather interesting point.
Because the child of the Bellritz Family's head in the Sinnoh region also resided in Sandgem Town.
And the most outstanding young lady of the Bellritz Family, Platinum Bellritz, worked as an assistant to Professor Rowan with her father, Mr. Bellritz, before becoming a Trainer.
Mammon and the two others arrived in Sandgem Town at this moment and knocked on the door of Professor Rowan's laboratory.
"Who are you, gentlemen?"
A scholarly-looking middle-aged man with glasses opened the door. He was wearing a researcher's white lab coat and white gloves, seemingly in the middle of an experiment.
But upon seeing Caitlin behind Mammon, the middle-aged man's eyes subtly changed, though he hid it well.
"Hello, we would like to visit Professor Rowan," Mammon said with a smile.
"Professor Rowan went out this morning. If it's possible, you can come back tomorrow."
The middle-aged man still wore a gentle smile, and his voice was very mild, giving people a feeling of being bathed in a spring breeze.
"That's truly a pity. Could you allow us to come in and look around? We are very curious about the professor's laboratory."
"This… is not convenient. I am merely the professor's assistant, and the professor is not in the laboratory right now. I truly cannot make decisions on my own. I apologize, gentlemen."
The middle-aged man spoke with full apologies.
"If there's nothing else, please leave."
After speaking, the middle-aged man prepared to close the door, but he found he couldn't.
"Jie jie jie~"
An eerie and wicked cackle came from behind the middle-aged man. Shiny Gengar's eyes flickered with a faint light, controlling the middle-aged man.
"Gentlemen? What is the meaning of this?"
The middle-aged man's expression changed, but he still feigned composure.
"Attacking ordinary people with Pokémon is a serious crime!"
"But you're not exactly an ordinary person, are you, Mr. Bellritz?"
Mammon curled his lips, his tone unhurried.
Mr. Bellritz was startled. This young man actually knew him? Was he here for him?
"Caitlin, it seems you've been recognized."
Mammon teased Caitlin. Although Mr. Bellritz had disguised himself well, Mammon still noticed something amiss.
Caitlin also came from a prominent Sinnoh family. While not as influential as the Bellritz, Caitlin's appearance was highly recognizable.
And this Mr. Bellritz had obviously recognized Caitlin and knew that Caitlin had joined Team Rockets.
"Perhaps Mr. Bellritz has seen my photo before."
Caitlin frowned slightly. She was quite confident in her memory, and she should not have met Mr. Bellritz before.
"What exactly do you want to do?"
Mr. Bellritz felt a chill in his heart at this moment. Team Rockets had actually come to Sinnoh.
"Just settling some old scores."
Shiny Gengar controlled Mr. Bellritz with Psychic, and Mammon and the two others pushed open the door and entered the laboratory.
Mammon looked around. Besides Mr. Bellritz, there seemed to be no other researchers.
"Yali, my data, could you help me… Who are you?"
However, before Mammon could say anything, an aged but steady voice came through.
A stout old man with white hair and beard walked in from the back door, but before he finished speaking, he noticed Mammon and the two others.
And he also saw Mr. Bellritz being controlled.
"Nice to meet you, Professor Rowan. I am Mammon, the leader of Team Rockets, Mammon."
Mammon smiled and introduced himself to Professor Rowan.
"Team Rockets…"
Professor Rowan's eyes narrowed. Team Rockets, the Evil Organization from Kanto! He had heard many rumors about Team Rockets recently.
After all, the Champion of his own region had already served as reinforcements to other regions several times. As the most outstanding research professor in Sinnoh, Professor Rowan had naturally heard about it.
However, he truly hadn't expected that people from Team Rockets would come to his laboratory, and it was even the leader of Team Rockets.
Professor Rowan frowned, looking at Mammon. Was the boss of Team Rockets really that young?
"What do you want here? I don't think there's anything here that could attract you."
Professor Rowan did not panic. He was already very old, and his personality was naturally more composed.
"Professor Rowan, you must be joking. A research professor like you is invaluable. However, I am indeed not here for you today."
Mammon gestured for Professor Rowan to sit down.
Professor Rowan remained silent. He also knew that the initiative was completely with Mammon now.
He and Mr. Bellritz were both desk workers, and these three people in front of him looked far from simple.
Although Sandgem Town did have Officer Jenny, it was just Officer Jenny.
"Mr. Bellritz, you should be aware of the 'Rayquaza Capture Plan', right?"
Mammon looked at Mr. Bellritz.
"…Yes." Mr. Bellritz hesitated for a moment, then nodded in response.
"The Johto Pokemon Association contacted our family back then. Our family provided the funds needed for the plan and also participated in the research project, aiming to find a way to control Rayquaza."
Mr. Bellritz sighed.
"I did not participate in this plan, but I do know that the research ultimately failed."
Mr. Bellritz looked up at Mammon and the two others.
"I heard from Champion Cynthia that the sister of that Rayquaza Trainer also joined your Team Rockets, right?"
Cynthia had personally gone to their family's estate before and forcefully taken away all the personnel who had participated in that plan.
Mr. Bellritz naturally knew about this, but he did not express his stance. Although many family members were angry because of this, what could they do?
The Bellritz Family had a history of two hundred years and was the wealthiest family in Sinnoh. All of this was true.
But in front of the Sinnoh League, they were completely powerless to resist.
Or rather, simply in front of Cynthia, they were already powerless to resist.
"You should really be glad you didn't get involved, otherwise Zinnia wouldn't let you off, but you're also quite unlucky, who told you to be a member of the Bellritz Family." Mammon clicked his tongue, his tone quite mocking.
Mr. Bellritz remained silent.
Zinnia's expression was indifferent.
"If you are just here for those who participated in the Rayquaza Capture Plan, they have all been arrested by the Sinnoh League." Professor Rowan said in a deep voice.
"Professor Rowan, if you think that's enough for atonement, it's far from it." Mammon sneered.
Professor Rowan opened his mouth, but then closed it again, saying nothing.
"We need Mr. Bellritz to provide an accurate list of the members arrested by the League. Additionally, contact your family's head and tell him to prepare the compensation money."
"Understood."
Mr. Bellritz nodded. Anyway, he wouldn't be the one paying.
And in Mr. Bellritz's opinion, if only money was required to completely settle this grievance, it was already a very fortunate thing.
"Also, Mr. Bellritz, I heard you have a daughter, right?"
Upon hearing Mammon's words, Mr. Bellritz and Professor Rowan's expressions instantly changed.
"Mammon! Platinum has nothing to do with this matter!"
Mr. Bellritz's tone immediately became urgent.
"Of course, but I have long admired Miss Platinum and would like to meet her. Can you fulfill this request for me?"
Mammon's smile at this moment was very sunny.
"…"
Mr. Bellritz fell silent. Clearly, he was unwilling.
"Mr. Bellritz, do you want your family's two-hundred-year legacy to end in this generation? Or rather, your wife works for the Sinnoh League, doesn't she?"
Hearing Mammon's words, full of intense malice, Mr. Bellritz's pupils immediately constricted.
"I… understand."
Mr. Bellritz said bitterly. He also knew that he had no choice at all.
Moreover, Mammon could simply grab his phone and contact Platinum. After learning the situation, Platinum would definitely come over.
Tsk~ This Mammon fellow, he's truly a born evil-doer. He's so skilled at making threats.
Even Zinnia, who was originally in a bad mood due to the old matter being brought up again, couldn't help but be amused.
"Don't worry, I just want to have a good talk with this young lady. I won't hurt her."
Mammon revealed a satisfied smile, then comforted the pale-faced Mr. Bellritz.
Mr. Bellritz trembled as he took out his phone and dialed a number.
"Hello? Father."
A clear, melodious, and elegant young girl's voice came through.
"Platinum, where are you now?"
"I'm in Jubilife City right now, Father! I met Champion Cynthia again yesterday. Her Garchomp is really strong~"
Platinum's tone was filled with emotion and longing. Her goal was also to become a powerful Champion like Champion Cynthia!
"Is that so? Then Platinum, you have to keep working hard." Mr. Bellritz forced a smile.
"Mmm-hmm~! Father, is something wrong?" Platinum clearly also noticed Mr. Bellritz's unusual behavior.
Normally, Mr. Bellritz didn't talk like this.
"I…" Mr. Bellritz glanced at Mammon and the two others, but found he still couldn't speak.
Calling Platinum over, who knew what Mammon and the two others would do to Platinum?
How could he push his own daughter into a pit of fire?
"Platinum! Immediately contact Champion Cynthia! Team Rockets! Team Rockets has come to Sinnoh!"
Mr. Bellritz firmed his resolve and immediately spoke to Platinum at a very fast pace.
It didn't matter if something happened to him, as long as Platinum was safe. She was the pride and future of their family's generation.
As long as Platinum could grow up well, she would definitely become a Champion Trainer!
This was his hope for Platinum.
"?" Platinum was startled.
"Hurry! Platinum, don't worry about me at all!"
"Tsk~ I knew it." Mammon clicked his tongue, not surprised.
He walked in front of Mr. Bellritz. Under Shiny Gengar's control, Mammon easily took the phone from Mr. Bellritz's hand.
"Hello there, Miss Platinum."
Mammon's smiling voice was pleasant to listen to.
"Who are you? Father! Where is my father!"
Platinum finally came to her senses, and her panicked questioning voice came through.
"Don't worry, your father is very well and safe right now, but the premise is that Miss Platinum, you need to cooperate, alright?"
Mammon's speaking pace remained unhurried.
"Otherwise, I cannot guarantee what I will do to your father."
"Miss Platinum, I presume you wouldn't want anything to happen to your father, would you?"
The intense malice in the young man's words sent a chill down the girl's spine, who was currently in Jubilife City.