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"Boneh, boneh~"
Soon, Ogerpon made her choice.
"You still choose to tolerate them? Ponpon, you are truly too kind."
Mammon couldn't help but exclaim.
"Boneh..."
Ogerpon shyly lowered her head. In fact, she just felt that she had already taught them a severe lesson, and that was enough.
After all, hundreds of years ago, she had already beaten them to death once.
"Alright, since it's your wish, Ponpon, I naturally support you, but..."
Mammon pondered for a moment and walked towards Pecharunt.
Ogerpon was startled and quickly followed Mammon. Although Pecharunt's injuries were not light, if it suddenly attacked, it could still harm Mammon.
At this moment, Pecharunt was still immersed in sadness.
"You have nothing left."
A strange voice came, causing Pecharunt's sobs to halt.
Pecharunt turned its head and saw Mammon and Ogerpon approaching.
"How pathetic, nothing is left."
Mammon looked down at Pecharunt, his tone very calm.
"Pecha... tai..."
With its wound poked, Pecharunt burst into tears again, wailing.
Yes, it had nothing left.
"It's actually been hundreds of years since you arrived here. The old couple you remember have actually long since passed away."
Mammon stated this cruel fact without any mercy.
"Even if you get the mask now and take it back, you won't see them."
Pecharunt's crying paused, then she cried even louder. Yes, in fact, when she was first revived, she had already realized this.
But how could she accept it? She selectively ignored it.
For the wish of the old couple, she had embarked on a long journey to this strange place, only to gain nothing.
And the old couple she cared about had long since turned to dust.
But... how could she accept such a result?
"However, even without the old couple, you can still have other companions."
Mammon's tone shifted.
"Pecha?" Pecharunt was startled.
"We can be your partners, care for each other, and accompany each other."
"Pecha pecha tai?"
Pecharunt looked at Mammon in disbelief, but then a look of hope appeared in its eyes.
"Of course it's true, but we need to make an agreement beforehand. Your Chain Mochi, without my consent, cannot be given to other people or other Pokémon to eat, and you must ensure that you will not do anything to harm your companions."
Mammon said to Pecharunt.
"Pecha! Pecha pecha tai!" Pecharunt immediately agreed.
"Then from now on, we are partners."
Mammon squatted down, held Pecharunt up, and smiled.
Ogerpon, seeing this scene, also nodded. This was the best outcome. She could also keep an eye on Pecharunt at all times to prevent it from doing evil again.
"It's like..."
Looking at the three of them, especially Mammon who easily gained Pecharunt, Iono suddenly seemed pensive.
"Like what?" Lacey asked, puzzled.
"Both Ogerpon and Pecharunt, deep down, seem to intensely crave having companions."
Iono said.
Lacey was startled to hear this, but then she realized it; it seemed to be true.
Ultimately, Pecharunt stole the mask for the 'companions' it recognized, which were the old couple.
But because of this, it hurt Ogerpon and her friends.
And the result was that Ogerpon lost her friends, and Pecharunt also lost the old couple.
"Hmm, but the outcome is good now. Mammon will surely treat them well."
Lacey showed a heartfelt smile. Both Ogerpon and Pecharunt would have sincere companions from now on.
Presumably, Pecharunt would also be able to return to the right path under the guidance of Mammon.
"And then..."
After catching Pecharunt, Mammon shifted his gaze to the three Loyal Three.
The Loyal Three, this is the official name for Okidogi and its companions, but in reality, Okidogi, Munkidori, and Fezandipiti are all classified as Retainer Pokémon.
That's right, in their classification, they are Retainer Pokémon.
Strictly speaking, they were originally all retainers brought by Pecharunt.
Although in the game, the scene of these three bullying Ogerpon truly makes one's teeth itch.
But in a sense, they were beaten to death by Ogerpon back then, so it's quite normal for them to seek trouble with Ogerpon after being revived.
"With such temperaments, they can't be left outside. It's better to throw them into the World Tree Paradise."
Mammon thought about it and decided to catch them and throw them into the World Tree Paradise to let Regigigas and its companions discipline them.
Although the Loyal Three are just retainers who only act on Pecharunt's orders, their own personalities are definitely not good.
If they were sealed, they would break free sooner or later, so it's safer to pack them up and take them away.
With Pecharunt's incident resolved, the town returned to normal.
Many people couldn't clearly remember what happened after they were controlled, but there were exceptions, and... "Is this Ogerpon? So cute~"
Carmine looked at Ogerpon, who was biting a Pecha Berry, with great interest.
"Boneh?"
"I really like you, Ogerpon. Can we take a picture together?"
"Sister, you're so mean! I clearly like Ogerpon more. Ogerpon, take a picture with me first!"
Kieran complained to Carmine, then spoke to Ogerpon with anticipation.
Ogerpon tilted her head, troubled.
She realized for the first time that being too liked by people might not be a good thing either.
"Tsk~ Ponpon is so popular."
Iono filmed this scene, couldn't help but click her tongue.
"I never thought I would one day be controlled by a Pokémon. Oh dear, oh dear~ How embarrassing."
Drayton patted his head, curiously examining Pecharunt floating beside Mammon.
This little thing actually controlled his mind with a piece of mochi. It's truly... terrifying.
But luckily, it was caught by Mammon boss.
"Boss, are you going back to Kanto next?" Drayton asked Mammon curiously.
"I should go to the Hoenn region first," Mammon replied with a smile, because his next challenge target was in Hoenn.
"What a coincidence, Kieran and I are also planning a trip to Hoenn sometime soon."
"Oh?"
"It's like this: the former Champion of the Hoenn region, Mr. Wallace, is currently ranked 21st. Kieran's and my rankings are both within the top fifty, so we can challenge him."
Drayton explained.
"Senior Wallace, it seems he was challenged by Kanto Elite Four Blue the day before yesterday, and then Blue defeated him."
Iono blinked her big eyes. This matter was quite popular, having just happened the day before yesterday.
At that time, many Hoenn people thought Blue was overestimating himself, daring to challenge Wallace as merely an Elite Four member.
Then, in the Ever Grande City Stadium in Hoenn, Blue defeated Wallace.
Well, it's worth mentioning that battles among the top fifty are all full-team battles.
Blue's battle could almost be called a complete victory, as he defeated Wallace using only three Pokémon.
And only his lead Pokémon, Pidgeot, lost its ability to battle.
This battle's outcome could be said to have shocked the entire Hoenn region.
"Exactly, I've done some research, and currently, among the well-known Champion-level Trainers, Mr. Wallace should be the easiest to deal with."
Drayton stated his reason for choosing Wallace bluntly.
"Uh..." Iono was stunned for a moment.
"So I challenged Wallace first, and then Kieran will also challenge Wallace. We can also take advantage of that time to travel around the Hoenn region, which is great."
Drayton showed a hearty smile. He felt that his chances of defeating Wallace were still very high.
After all, he specialized in Dragon-type teams, while Wallace specialized in Water-type. He just needed to be careful of Wallace's Pokémon's Ice-type moves.
"Awesome~"
Iono couldn't help but say 'Awesome'. Was this preparing to use Wallace as a stepping stone?
But for young Trainers, challenging an established Champion-level Trainer and winning is indeed the fastest way to gain fame.
"Although we're not Trainers of great stature, we're still Top Executives of the organization, so we should bring some glory to it."
Drayton leaned lazily back in his chair.
"You two are quite thoughtful." Mammon looked at Drayton, amused.
"But still, don't be too careless."
"Heh~ Of course, boss, you can rest assured. I've studied many videos of Mr. Wallace battling strong opponents, and I know his combat style by heart."
Drayton gave a thumbs-up, smiling very earnestly.
"Tsk~ Teacher Wallace, I hope you can hold on."
Mammon couldn't help but silently mourn for Teacher Wallace upon hearing this. Moreover, once Drayton and Kieran successfully challenge Wallace.
Then, without a doubt, Wallace would experience a period of 'hell'.
A large number of young Trainers would first set their challenge target on Wallace.
After having dinner with Kieran and the others, Mammon took Caitlin and the others towards the wilderness.
The Eternal Forest, located in the northeast corner of Kitakami, is a place where the people of Kitakami rarely venture.
The trees in the Eternal Forest are lush, and upon entering the forest, one can clearly feel that the sunlight has dimmed considerably.
Mammon and his group were currently inside the forest.
"Found it."
Finally, arriving at an open space, Mammon's gaze fixed on the Pokémon ahead, which was napping, sprawled on the ground. A smile slowly formed on his lips.
"Roar!"
At this moment, this Pokémon also noticed Mammon and his uninvited guests. It slowly stood up, letting out a violent roar.
"Huh? Is that an Ursaluna? No, it's not."
Platinum looked in surprise at this strong Pokémon standing on its hind legs.
Its appearance was very similar to an Ursaluna, but there were fundamental differences. The left eye of this Ursaluna had turned a strange grayish-black, and more than half of its head was covered in hard mud. The markings on its head were blood-red.
Is it a regional form difference?
"Bloodmoon Ursaluna." Mammon looked at this Bloodmoon Ursaluna, sizing it up.
Its physique was very strong, its aura was fierce and wild, and its strength must be very powerful.
But that's right, this Bloodmoon Ursaluna came to Kitakami from the Hisui era and has lived for at least several hundred years, so its strength would certainly not be weak.
Moreover, due to environmental influences, its abilities have undergone drastic changes.
Its left eye can see through darkness, which allows Bloodmoon Ursaluna's Normal-type moves and Fighting-type moves to hit Ghost-type Pokémon, and the accuracy of its signature moves is also unaffected.
This is Bloodmoon Ursaluna's ability, Miracle Eye.
Although its types are the same as a regular Ursaluna, Ground + Normal, Bloodmoon Ursaluna is a Pokémon extremely skilled in special attacks, completely different from a normal Ursaluna, which excels in physical attacks.
Furthermore, Bloodmoon Ursaluna also possesses a very powerful exclusive move, Bloodmoon.
Whether in terms of rarity or strength, Bloodmoon Ursaluna is extremely powerful.
"What's the point of living in seclusion in this forgotten place? How about coming out with me to enjoy the prosperity of this world? I will make you famous throughout the world."
Mammon took out an empty Ultra Ball and smiled at Bloodmoon Ursaluna.
"Roar!!" Bloodmoon Ursaluna responded directly with a fierce roar.
"Alright, for those with such a fiery temper, reasoning really isn't very effective. It still comes down to force."
Mammon shrugged helplessly.
"Ponpon, could you please quiet this big guy down?"
Ogerpon, biting a berry, put on her Teal Mask, conjured a thorny club in her hand, and walked with light steps towards Bloodmoon Ursaluna.
Bloodmoon Ursaluna's fierce eyes looked down at this little Blue creature. Did this human look down on it?
Saying he wanted to catch it, but then sending out such a small thing?
If it swiped a claw, wouldn't this little thing cry for a long time?