Kona is not too bad, at least she can still play the role of a bodyguard, but Du Juan looks like she's never really faced hardships.
Bringing these two along is like having two burdens, one big and one small.
Especially in situations where we might encounter the Magma Team at any moment.
If it were just Natsuhiko alone, he could decide to fight or flee based on the situation, but if he runs, what about the two of them?
Kona might manage to run, but Du Juan would definitely be a problem.
Natsuhiko can't just ignore them, especially since Du Juan is Flint's cousin, and all this is happening right in front of Kona.
Realizing you're actually the pillar of support you're searching for is the greatest tragedy.
After some contemplation, Natsuhiko made a decision.
Across from him.
Kona and Du Juan were chatting quite well, seemingly becoming quite familiar quickly.
"Ahem." Natsuhiko gently coughed, interrupting their conversation.
Both looked at him simultaneously.
Through a brief exchange, Du Juan learned from Kona that their team was led by Natsuhiko, and most of the decisions were made by him. Based on current results, these decisions seemed correct.
"So, I've been thinking, I feel... you should stay here."
Upon hearing this, Du Juan's face instantly turned pale, while Kona showed a thoughtful expression.
"No, I don't want to..." Du Juan shook her head frantically.
She had enough of being bothered by the Vigoroths.
"Trust me, this is the safest place." Natsuhiko spoke earnestly.
Turning to Kona, "What do you think?"
Kona bit her lip, knowing Natsuhiko was right.
It's just...
She felt like she really had become a burden, which was the hardest for proud Kona to accept.
"I..."
Seeing Kona's expression, Natsuhiko realized she misunderstood too.
Quickly waving his hand, "I mean, we're choosing to stay here temporarily. I'll go out to search for others, and I'll return before nightfall. I can rely on Yujira's Instant Movement; I can make it happen.
And what you need to do is seize this opportunity to improve yourselves quickly. There's no better training target than this group of energetic Vigoroths."
This is his plan.
As long as he moves alone, his moving speed will be much faster. With Yujira's Instant Movement ability, he can return quickly after a few times, avoiding the trouble of having two burdens along, and also finding himself a safe place to stay.
Upon hearing this, Kona reluctantly nodded; she really misunderstood.
Du Juan glanced at Kona, then at Natsuhiko, seemingly without the choice to refuse.
"Tonight, let's settle for some dry food, and then sleep early. Rest well; I'll be responsible for keeping watch."
"Okay."
After finishing their food, Kona and Du Juan went into the tree hole to rest, while Natsuhiko summoned Doublade.
One reason for choosing to settle here was also for Doublade.
Its coating plan has been postponed repeatedly, and Natsuhiko doesn't want to delay it anymore.
Facing the Magma Team, he must quickly improve his strength to ensure he has enough self-defense ability while also monitoring the Magma Team's actions.
Regarding the Original Groudon Shell Fragments, not only is the Magma Team interested.
"Shah?" Doublade appeared before him, slightly puzzled.
Thump—
Natsuhiko brought out a palm-sized bright silver metal block, not large but unusually heavy.
The material of this metal block is identical to the Registeel from the Regi Trio!
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The third and fourth updates~~ This chapter is also a merged one.