Treating Shiny Rayquaza's injuries was much simpler than Wayne had imagined. It didn't move at all.
When treating a Pokémon's injuries, the biggest concern was that they might move around or use moves due to pain.
But Shiny Rayquaza was very cooperative.
Following the instructions from the Intermediate Appraisal, Wayne treated Rayquaza with Potions and sprays one by one.
Rayquaza had many injuries on its body: frostbite, burns, and even scars that looked like claw marks.
Who had beaten Rayquaza like this?
Wayne couldn't help but wonder.
The first thing Wayne thought of was Rayquaza's old rival, Deoxys.
But could Deoxys really beat a Champion-level Rayquaza like this?
Wayne didn't believe it.
Especially since Rayquaza also knew Dragon Ascent.
After using Dragon Ascent, Mega Rayquaza's strength would have a terrifying increase.
Wayne was curious, but he didn't dare ask.
With this doubt lingering in his mind, Wayne's hands kept working, treating the injuries with very professional techniques.
Watching this scene, Byron couldn't help but exclaim:
"It's truly different. The Wayne I know isn't a Breeder or a doctor, and he doesn't know how to treat injuries."
Steven was a little curious. "What kind of person is he then?"
Byron smiled. "Wayne has always focused on culinary arts. He first gained fame by participating in cooking competitions, and gradually became number one on the Chef's Record."
Steven stroked his chin. This world indeed had many differences from their world.
At least in their world, Steven had never heard of a Chef's Record.
Although Steven wasn't a food enthusiast, he wouldn't miss such ranked competitions or records.
Wayne didn't hear their discussion and remained focused on treating Rayquaza's injuries.
After Wayne finished treating the injuries, Rayquaza's status changed from [Severely Injured] to [Lightly Injured].
This was the limit of what Wayne could do.
The rest would depend on rest and changing bandages.
He didn't carry Revival Herbs with him.
Even if he did, he wouldn't dare give one to Rayquaza.
If Rayquaza found it bitter and just hit him with a Dragon Breath, that would be quite a problem.
"Alright, just change the dressing for three more days after this."
Wayne wiped the sweat from his forehead.
This wasn't cold sweat—it was simply because Rayquaza's body temperature was too high, and the temperature inside the cave was constantly rising.
"Step back."
Hearing this, Wayne took a few steps back.
Rayquaza stretched its body, indicating its satisfaction with Wayne's treatment.
It would have had to rest here for at least a month, but now it could even go back and fight its opponent again without a problem.
Rayquaza silently noted that Wayne simply didn't understand what a Rayquaza was, so there was no need for further dressing changes.
Of course, the most important thing was the meteorite, which had provided Rayquaza with a lot of energy for recovery.
A staff member shouted from afar, "Byron, those three people have been brought over."
Steven hesitated a little. He wasn't comfortable leaving Wayne alone here. "Wayne, can you handle it alone?"
Wayne nodded. "You go ahead."
This was the purpose of Wayne and Steven's trip—to bring the three miners who had somehow entered the Reflection Stone World back to their own world.
"Roark, please take me to see those three people."
Led by Roark, Steven saw three miners with somewhat pale faces. "Are you all right?"
"We're fine."
"Just scared..."
"Better now..."
They were actually just scared unconscious and a little dehydrated. Otherwise, there were no major issues.
"Alright, then there are no problems."
While Steven was talking to the three miners, Lucario, Arcanine, Metagross, Dragapult, and Drakloak had already come before Wayne.
Drakloak, fearless like a newborn calf, flew around Rayquaza with an air of wanting to sit on Rayquaza's head. Fortunately, Lucario held it back.
Dragapult quietly breathed a sigh of relief.
Metagross and Arcanine, meanwhile, were pondering how to become as strong as Rayquaza.
Rayquaza looked at Drakloak thoughtfully.
Rayquaza scraped its claws beneath itself, then extended three black Dragon Scales.
"A token of gratitude."
Rayquaza's telepathy once again echoed in Wayne's mind.
"Give them to it to eat. It'll evolve after eating them."
At the same time, a notification sound rang out.
[Side Quest - Treat Rayquaza Completed. Obtained Pokémon Item Lottery Ticket × 2]
Immediately after, Shiny Rayquaza opened its mouth again, and the meteorite, with only a trace of energy left, hovered in front of Wayne.
"When you need me, hold the stone and call my name. I will help you."
However, looking at Wayne's Lucario, Dragapult, and other Pokémon...
Rayquaza felt that it might not be needed much.
Wayne scratched his head. "But we're not from this world. How should I explain it to you..."
"This is not my first time traveling through time and space."
"No matter where you are, I can go there."
Rayquaza's words carried immense confidence.
Hearing this, Wayne blinked his eyes.
Why did it feel like Rayquaza had also traveled through dimensions?
Wayne couldn't help but ask, "Then where are you going next?"
Rayquaza arched its body, its golden pupils seemingly piercing through the rock wall to see the sky.
"A challenge. I must defeat it."
"Who defeated you?"
As soon as the words left his mouth, Wayne regretted them.
A huge miscalculation!
What if he angered Rayquaza?
Arcanine's body also stiffened, its fluffy tail, which had been wagging, abruptly stopping...
Fortunately, Rayquaza was not angry.
"Perhaps you will know later."
"If you get injured again, come find me."
Wayne discovered that this Rayquaza had a pretty good temper.
When Steven returned to where Rayquaza was, he saw Wayne chatting comfortably with Rayquaza.
Steven nodded to Wayne. "They're fine."
"So the question is, how do we get back?"
Steven had a confident smile on his face.
"Don't worry. I know another rumor."
Steven wouldn't have risked bringing Wayne in without sufficient confidence.
Steven had once investigated Reflection Cave in the Kalos region and heard several legends from an old woman.
One of them had already come true.
The reflection stone was a passage connecting two worlds, or rather, a reflection stone that rippled had the function of connecting two worlds.
And Steven was now going to test the second legend.
As long as there was enough willpower, one could travel back and forth between the two worlds through a special reflection stone.
Rayquaza interrupted their conversation.
"No need. Follow me."
Wayne and Steven exchanged glances.
Wayne explained, "It knows we're from another world."
Steven made a quick decision. "Then let's listen to Rayquaza."
Behind Rayquaza, there was a special reflection stone. Rayquaza's golden pupils gazed at it for a long time...
The calm mirror surface suddenly rippled...
Steven's heart swelled with emotion.
The legend had been verified once again.