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"Is there anything Miss Cynthia would like to say?"
Seeing Cynthia look at him, Ryuga's amber eyes flickered slightly, and he smiled.
"You possess unparalleled power. I sincerely hope you can use this power in the right direction."
Cynthia paused for a moment and slowly spoke, her elegant and classical demeanor very captivating.
She was the Sinnoh Champion, while the other party belonged to the evil organization Team Rocket.
They were clearly from opposing factions, yet they were now conversing face-to-face in a very 'friendly' manner.
Such a thing would probably be unbelievable if told to others, right?
But reality is always stranger than fiction.
"You sure can talk, Miss Cynthia, so what exactly is the correct direction?" Ryuga's lips curved slightly upward as he looked at Cynthia's beautiful face with interest.
"This world belongs to everyone. Pokémon, humans, nature—everything needs to be maintained by everyone together."
"No one wants to see disaster strike the peaceful world we live in now, especially man-made disasters."
Cynthia gazed intently into Ryuga's amber eyes, believing that the person in front of her could understand her words.
In Cynthia's view, the current world was already very good, and most people had already found true happiness.
But there were always insatiable ambitious individuals who, to satisfy their desires, recklessly disrupted the existing order, causing chaos.
"But that's just your personal opinion. Humans are the most complex creatures. If everyone were the same, then this world itself would have a problem." Ryuga said indifferently.
"I can understand Miss Cynthia's desire to seek happiness and peace for the people. After all, you are the Sinnoh Champion, and this is your duty."
"But where there is light, there will inevitably be shadows. If a world only has so-called goodness left, then what is the definition of so-called evil?" Ryuga showed a hint of a smile.
Yes, if a world only had truth, goodness, and beauty, would that world truly be filled with happiness?
No one could say for sure.
"Are you trying to say that the existence of evil is justified?"
Cynthia's delicate brows furrowed.
This was the first time she had heard such a statement.
How absurd?
"The human heart is the most complex thing, and a person's thoughts and desires are boundless. Pursuing truth, goodness, and beauty is an innate nature for most people, but there is also a small portion who want to pursue their own essence."
"This cannot be eradicated."
Ryuga shook his head.
How could the darkness of the human heart be completely eliminated? Saints?
"You are just twisting words."
Cynthia's delicate brows furrowed even tighter.
Being kind-hearted, she truly could not accept Ryuga's rhetoric.
In Ryuga's eyes, it was normal for people to yearn for beauty, but was it also normal for some to pursue profit and ambition?
"No, no, no, Miss Cynthia, don't misunderstand. I don't intend to convince you. I just want to tell you."
Ryuga extended an index finger and wagged it at Cynthia, a faint smile playing on his handsome face.
"Everyone has things they can and cannot do. Knowing this is very important. If one day in the future you feel powerless and overwhelmed, please continue to persevere."
The words, laced with a smile, fell into Cynthia's ears, making her freeze.
These words…
Weren't they what she had once said to Caitlin?
Subconsciously, Cynthia turned to look at her good friend.
Caitlin's exquisite, flawless small face also held a hint of strangeness, her beautiful eyes looking at Ryuga oddly.
She had mentioned this sentence to Ryuga last night.
It was what Cynthia had said to advise her when she saw her falling into stubbornness.
She hadn't expected Ryuga to use it to tell Cynthia the very next day…
"Ryuga has his own unique insights, so I hope our next meeting will not be as enemies."
Skipping over this peculiar perspective, Cynthia took a deep breath and spoke to Ryuga solemnly.
After a brief exchange, Cynthia also understood that this person's worldview was fundamentally different from her own.
Or rather, completely different from most people.
In Ryuga's eyes, the so-called world had neither absolute good nor absolute evil.
The world was a mixture of light and darkness.
Most people yearned for beauty and happiness, but Ryuga was not like that.
However, what left Cynthia most speechless was that Ryuga was, at this moment, precisely in the world of evil.
He was now a member of Team Rocket!
"I'm quite looking forward to battling Miss Cynthia. The first female Champion in League history, it should be very interesting."
Ryuga said with a slight grin, smiling at Cynthia.
Cynthia was speechless.
Having witnessed Ryuga's strength today, psychologically speaking, she truly did not want to be his enemy.
But not wanting to was one thing.
As the Sinnoh Champion, when she was needed, Cynthia would never back down.
Even if the opponent was a legendary Trainer!
"Regardless, I still have to thank you for today."
After a moment of silence, Cynthia thanked Ryuga.
One thing at a time.
Ryuga defeated Cyrus and captured him.
This was a merit.
No matter the reason, the result of Cyrus being captured was enough.
It also resolved a hidden danger for the Sinnoh region.
After speaking, Cynthia turned and walked towards Cyrus and the others.
Caitlin took a deep look at Ryuga and followed Cynthia, as League police personnel had also arrived.
"What an interesting Champion, she didn't directly turn hostile towards you."
Marnie looked at Cynthia's retreating back with curiosity, truly unable to understand.
A Team Rocket member was right in front of her, and this Sinnoh Champion actually started debating?
Sheena and Kevin remained silent.
Well, hearing nothing and seeing nothing was their current situation.
After all…
One was the Sinnoh Champion who had shown them kindness, while the other was a capable helper for dealing with Arceus in the future.
Which side could they lean towards?
"Cynthia considers far more than you do. She truly is an outstanding and excellent person." Ryuga smiled.
Was it strange that Cynthia didn't make a move against him?
Cynthia wasn't a hot-blooded anime protagonist.
Mature and rational, with outstanding wisdom, she could perfectly analyze the current situation and make the most suitable choice.
Having witnessed the battle between Eternatus and Dialga, Cynthia believed she couldn't possibly be Ryuga's opponent, even if League personnel were about to arrive to support her.
Furthermore, although Ryuga was with Team Rocket, based on his actions today, he hadn't overstepped.
Instead, he had helped the Sinnoh League take down Team Galactic.
Therefore, any intelligent person would know how to choose.
"Then, Miss Sheena, I'll entrust you with finding the Jewel of Life."
Collecting his thoughts, Ryuga smiled at Sheena.
Once the Jewel of Life was obtained, he would have to leave Sinnoh.
"Please rest assured," Sheena nodded.
Since she knew the Jewel of Life was in the Michina Ruins, finding it was only a matter of time.
And indeed, two days later, Sheena found the true Jewel of Life, discovered within a divine staff.
After receiving the Jewel of Life, Ryuga bid farewell to Sheena and Kevin.
He still needed to return to Kanto.
A day later, Ryuga and Marnie, traveling by plane, landed in Goldenrod City in the Johto region.
Goldenrod City was the largest city in the Johto region and its economic center, almost comparable to Saffron City, the most prosperous city in Kanto.
At the same time, Team Rocket's headquarters in the Johto region was also located underground in Goldenrod City.
Yes, if he wasn't mistaken, Carr and the others should be in Goldenrod City right now.
However, Ryuga didn't have time to look for that kid Carr right now.
After getting off the plane, he and Marnie had a meal at a restaurant in Goldenrod City and rested for a while.
The two then flew towards Mahogany Town on Dragonair.
"Wait for me here. I have something to do and will be back tonight."
By the time they reached Mahogany Town, it was already approaching dusk.
After settling Marnie into a hotel, Ryuga smiled at her.
"Alright, you go do your thing. I'll explore the town too."
Knowing Ryuga had something to do, Marnie nodded understandingly.
Besides, it was her first time in Johto, and she was very interested in this new town.
Arriving at the outskirts of Mahogany Town, Ryuga was no longer in a hurry and walked in a certain direction.
"The Jewel of Life possesses the miraculous ability to revive all living things."
Ryuga took out the Jewel of Life, gazing at the green gem that shimmered with beautiful light.
After obtaining the Jewel of Life, he had studied it alone at night, but he couldn't figure out anything special.
"Eternatus, do you have a way to revert the Jewel of Life back into the form of Plates?"
After thinking for a moment, Ryuga asked Eternatus in his mind.
He didn't need the Jewel of Life at all;
What he wanted was the Creation Plates!
Especially since among the Plates that had merged into the Jewel of Life, there was also a Draco Plate!
"Yes, that's not difficult." Eternatus's deep voice resonated in Ryuga's mind.
The Heavy Ball opened, and Eternatus's massive, imposing body appeared in the air.
A small red beam shot out from Eternatus's chest and abdomen, directly hitting the Jewel of Life.
"This is an object formed by the fusion of five powers. As long as that balance is broken, they can return to their original form." Eternatus explained to Ryuga.
And just as Eternatus finished speaking, the Jewel of Life shone with an incomparably brilliant white light. Within the light, the Jewel of Life slowly disintegrated.
Five Plates, shimmering with a faint glow, floated quietly in front of Ryuga.
All that could be felt from the Plates was mystery, ancientness, and vastness.
"The Earth Plate of the Ground-type, the Splash Plate of the Water-type, the Zap Plate of the Electric-type, the Meadow Plate of the Grass-type, and the Draco Plate of the Dragon-type!"
Looking at the five quiet and profound Plates in front of him, an uncontrollable smile appeared on Ryuga's face.
These were Arceus's Creation Plates!
"Indeed, it's a very miraculous power. These Plates contain extremely powerful attribute rule energy."
Eternatus lowered its head slightly, its white-spotted Dragon-type eyes gazing deeply at the five Plates.
Each of Arceus's Plates represented a type of attribute rule in this world, and the Plates themselves were formed from fragments at the time of creation.
Later, they integrated into Arceus's body, becoming the source of Arceus's life.
"The Ground-type Plate can temporarily be used by Rhyperior, and the Water-type, Grass-type, and Electric-type Plates can be put aside for now."
"As for the Draco Plate…"
Ryuga released Rhyperior.
Rhyperior had no idea what was happening and took the Earth Plate that Ryuga stuffed into its arms with a bewildered expression.
"The attribute power of the Plates has an indescribable benefit for Pokémon. Eternatus, do you need the Draco Plate?"
Putting the other three Plates into his spatial backpack, Ryuga looked at the last Draco Plate in front of him and asked Eternatus.
Hmm, it was an old, familiar way of dividing the spoils.
"…The Draco Plate contains rich Dragon-type power. If one can comprehend it, of course, it's beneficial, but…"
Eternatus's Dragon-type eyes stared intently at the Draco Plate.
This was a Creation Plate. Even Eternatus, who was only interested in energy, couldn't refuse.
Moreover, the Draco Plate contained boundless Dragon-type power, making Eternatus even more tempted.
But…
This was Arceus's Plate!
"Ryuga, is this really okay?"
Eternatus felt a bit of a headache.
Were they just going to assign the ownership of the Plates so recklessly?
Eternatus was a little worried.
What if Arceus came knocking one day?
That Lord was not on the same level as Zacian…
"Don't worry, don't worry, we're just keeping them for Arceus for now. If Arceus is about to awaken, Dialga will contact me."
Ryuga had a brilliant smile on his face and waved his hand, speaking carelessly.
Hmm, they were just keeping them for Arceus!
When Arceus woke up, they would return the Plates to it.
What was wrong with using them for now?
After all, they were keeping them for it, so taking a little interest was perfectly normal, wasn't it?
Eternatus: If it weren't for you, the Jewel of Life would still be quietly gathering dust in the Michina Ruins, right?
However, Eternatus didn't say much more.
A red light enveloped the Draco Plate, and the Draco Plate slowly floated up and merged into Eternatus's body.
Feeling the surge of Dragon-type power within its body, Eternatus's Dragon-type eyes sparkled.
This power… it smelled so good!
"Grass-type, Water-type, Electric-type… Sigh~ Why aren't they Rock-type, Dark-type, Psychic-type, or Fairy-type?"
Recalling Eternatus, Ryuga sighed with some regret.
His Pokémon couldn't use these Plates.
"It would be even better if there were a few more Dragon-type Plates. Maybe I could split the Dragon Plate in half?"
"Forget it, Arceus would probably go berserk…"
Finally, after a moment of contemplation, Ryuga gave up on this tempting idea.
He didn't want to be humanely destroyed by Arceus.
...
The sky had gradually darkened, a bright crescent moon adorned the night sky, and sparse stars flickered with dim light.
Such a night sky could hardly be called beautiful.
And at this moment, in a gloomy basement, a woman with long, curly, light blue hair leaned quietly against the wall, her arms crossed, resting with her eyes closed.
Even in such a dim environment, the woman's fair skin was still remarkably bright.
She wore a pair of fitted white capri pants and a tight yellow short top, her slender waist mesmerizing.
This was a very charming woman.
Not far away, there was also a man in luxurious robes with a mask on his face.
A black mask covered his eyes beneath his shoulder-length purple hair.
In front of the man was a Xatu with dull eyes.
The eye-like pattern on the Xatu's chest glowed with a faint red light.
But the man seemed unfazed, still teasing the Xatu with a smile.
The gloomy basement, the strange man, and the resting woman, in a space so quiet that a pin drop could be heard, formed an incredibly eerie scene.
Tap~ tap~ tap~
Clear footsteps echoed in the basement as a white-coated young man slowly descended the stairs.
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