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Chapter 347: Iron Island, Ahuan, and Donggua
Chapter 347: Iron Island, Ahuan, and Donggua
In the Sinnoh region, on Iron Island.
Gramps tearfully bid farewell to Tyrant Carp.
"Hngga~~o(TヘTo)"
Farewell, my beloved steed.
"Roar~~"
Tyrant Carp shed tears of emotion as well.
Finally free!
It's been so tough, I've had it so rough!
Seeing Tyrant Carp's tears, Gramps rubbed his eyes and couldn't help but suggest:
"Hngga?"
What if I go and get a Poke Ball to catch you?
A Pokemon catching another Pokemon?
Upon hearing this, Tyrant Carp's expression froze, and it immediately dove into the water.
Quick! Run! It splashed water onto Gramps' face.
Playful.
Gramps wiped his face.
"To enter the Black Gold Ruins, we must first visit someone."
Wusong spoke while leading Jinghe and the others towards the center of the island.
"Cha!"
The Poke Ball at Jinghe's waist opened on its own, and Hammer Sister Gigaforg, holding a hammer, appeared by his side.
The hammer in its hand made a buzzing sound, like a scanner.
There's metal!
And it might even be a precious metal!
Jinghe quickly pulled the little one back.
In that direction, there's a residence!
Over there is the Iron Island Pokemon Center!
At the same time.
In a mansion on Iron Island, a young man dressed in a suit and wearing a hat, looking rather gentlemanly, suddenly opened his eyes.
Beside him, a Lucario sitting cross-legged with its eyes closed also opened its eyes.
The man and the Pokemon exchanged glances, and both saw a hint of surprise in each other's eyes.
A Conductor Messenger!
It's actually the aura of a Conductor Messenger.
And it's such a pure Conductor aura, as if it originated from the source of this world's Conductors!
Indeed, there are other Conductor Messengers in this world besides him!
Ahuan looked at Lucario, and a rare excitement appeared on his face as he said in a low voice:
"Lucario, I am not alone in my path!"
"Lucario!"
Lucario nodded heavily.
There's something it's not sure if it should say.
That is, it feels like the Conductor aura it sensed is purer and more intimate than Ahuan's.
If one were to compare, Ahuan might actually be the junior.
Even though the other's Conductor power doesn't seem very strong at the moment.
"Let's go, Lucario, to welcome our guests."
Afterwards, Ahuan stood up, opened the courtyard gate, just as Jinghe and his group arrived at the entrance.
This is...
Seeing Ahuan, Jinghe narrowed his eyes slightly, then realized
Ahuan of Iron Island?
The last remaining Conductor Messenger?
At the same time, he understood why Wusong brought them to Ahuan.
Because this vast Iron Island is actually Ahuan's personal property!
He's not only a coal boss but also the island's owner.
To enter the sealed mine's Black Gold Ruins, one must first obtain Ahuan's permission.
Moreover, this Ahuan is the descendant of Orudolang City's "Conductor Hero," Ahron, and his Conductor power's lineage comes from Ahron.
If one must say...
His Conductor power is of the same lineage as Jinghe's.
After all, Jinghe's Conductor power originates from Ahron's disciples, Lucario and Mew, or perhaps the world's initial tree.
Ahuan's Conductor power, on the other hand, comes from Ahron.
It's just unknown how much of Ahron's Conductor power Ahuan inherited and if he can handcraft Conductor missiles.
"I am Ahuan, and I welcome you esteemed guests."
Ahuan adjusted his hat and spoke politely.
"Mr. Ahuan, we are..."
Wusong and Ahuan had some acquaintance, so after a simple greeting and exchange, Wusong stated their purpose.
"Investigating the ancient giants?"
Ahuan showed a thoughtful expression.
However, he didn't oppose Wusong's request but readily agreed:
"Of course, no problem."
Subsequently.
Ahuan led the group to the center of the island, a mountain that served as the entrance to the Black Gold Ruins and one of the initial mining entrances.
Along the way.
Ahuan realized that his assessment of Jinghe might have been a bit low.
Jinghe's Conductor power was not only purer than his but also seemed to be mixed with some other sacred aura, inspiring awe.
However, Ahuan also noticed that Jinghe didn't intend to reveal that he had also mastered the Conductor power.
Therefore, Ahuan didn't discuss this topic publicly.
Just like himself, if not necessary, he wouldn't mention that he had mastered the Conductor power.
But
Why is this sacred aura becoming more and more apparent?
It even exuded an increasingly strong yearning.
As if...
Jinghe, walking at the back, slightly moved.
Hungry again?
Soon, he infused the Conductor power bit by bit into the "Rainbow Feather."
He wasn't sure if it was an illusion, but he felt that with his Conductor power infusion, this "Rainbow Feather" seemed to become more and more "alive."
It's impossible for it to hatch a little Phoenix, right?
Whose child would it be then?
Phoenix's?
Or his own?
Jinghe shook his head inwardly.
Just thinking about it, could a single feather really create a huge change?
When he sensed that the "Rainbow Feather" subtly conveyed a "full" feeling, he stopped his actions.
But Ahuan, walking at the front, was filled with shock.
That sacred aura was so harmonious and even affectionate towards Jinghe!
This must be a brave and upright Conductor Messenger.
And in the distant shadows behind the group.
Maxado, holding a small wooden stick, also sensed the aura of the "Rainbow Feather." It had already gotten used to it.
Even...
"Maxa..."
What exactly did that Conductor power taste like?
Even Machado couldn't resist wanting to "give it a try."
"Gentlemen, please wait a moment. I will go and check if the passage is normal."
Reaching a platform near the mountaintop, Ahuan said.
Since it hadn't been used for a long time, the conditions inside the mine were uncertain. For safety, Ahuan decided to investigate first.
"Thank you for the trouble," Wusong said.
The group sat down on some stone benches near the platform.
"Speaking of which, how strong is this Mr. Ahuan?" Daye asked, bringing up his most pressing concern.
"Not weak."
Before Wusong could answer, Sharon said calmly.
"Indeed."
Wusong nodded, "If Mr. Ahuan is willing, he would definitely have a place among us, the Gym Leaders of Sinnoh."
And perhaps even reach the level of the Four Heavenly Kings, Jinghe added mentally.
This piqued Daye's interest.
"If he's that strong, then I must challenge him!"
Jinghe noticed Sharon let out a subtle sigh, which made him want to laugh a little.
It seemed Sharon was also getting annoyed by Daye.
It made sense.
Being challenged over a hundred times in a row by the same person would make anyone feel "annoyed."
"Chak, chak!"
Gigaforg held its hammer and searched the platform, seemingly discovering something.
"Gen-ga?"
Upon hearing this, Gramps's eyes lit up immediately, leaping out of Jinghe's shadow and diving into the ground in a swimming-like motion, following the direction Gigaforg pointed.
Soon, it resurfaced, nodding at Gigaforg.
"Chak!"
Gigaforg called out to the Ice Nine-Tails lying beside Jinghe.
"Ow?"
The Ice Nine-Tails shook itself and stood up, running to the two little ones.
"Gen-ga~"
Gramps pointed to the spot, preparing to dig.
Jinghe noticed the little ones' actions but didn't stop them.
This place was abandoned, so it should be fine, right?
"Ow!"
In no time, the Ice Nine-Tails used the "Digging" move to burrow into the ground.
Gramps and Gigaforg followed closely behind.
A short while later, the Ice Nine-Tails emerged from another spot, shaking off the dirt and dust, restoring its pristine white appearance.
Gigaforg also climbed out of the hole, holding a piece of metal that seemed to be of high quality.
The successful find made the trio cheer and high-five each other.
This success excited Gigaforg even more, and it continued searching.
At that moment, a rough voice filled with shock echoed.
"This, this hole!"
There stood a robust, middle-aged man in a gray short-sleeved shirt, a black cloak, and a shovel in his hand, crouching beside the hole the Ice Nine-Tails had dug, his face filled with shock.
"I love this hole!!"
His expression made it seem like this hole was not just a hole but a work of art to him.
Jinghe and the others, who were waiting, were drawn by his voice.
Gramps and the Ice Nine-Tails also turned to look.
"Dougua Gym Leader?" Wusong recognized him.
He was indeed the Gym Leader of the Suimai Gym in Aquapolis!
Yesterday's capture operation in Aquapolis, Lila had also tried to contact Dougua, but couldn't reach him due to lack of signal.
He must have been digging fossils inside the mountain on Iron Island.
"Who dug this hole? I want to learn from them!" Dougua said excitedly.
"Ow, ow~"
The Ice Nine-Tails tentatively raised its paw.
Dougua hurried over, trying to grab the Ice Nine-Tails' paw to learn from it, but the Ice Nine-Tails dodged and ran back to Jinghe, hiding behind him.
"Ow."
Is this guy a bit off in the head?
Jinghe's lips twitched.
No.
This was normal.
Dougua was probably the only person in the anime who appreciated the digging skills of Team Rocket.
Dougua then noticed Jinghe and the others, scratched his head, and laughed:
"Ha-ha, sorry, sorry, I got a bit carried away."
After a pause, he continued:
"However, this hole is indeed the best I've ever seen!"
The Ice Nine-Tails shrank further behind Jinghe.
It's just digging a hole, right? Why so excited?
It's actually quite simple, the Ice Nine-Tails thought. Just follow the content in "The Doctrine of the Earth" and practice based on your own situation.
At this moment, Dougua seemed to realize something.
He took out his phone and scrolled through it.
His eyes brightened.
"Are you the ones who took down the Pokemon Hunter gang in Aquapolis yesterday?" he asked.
He had been digging fossils in the mountains for the past two days and hadn't received any information.
When he came out today, he got the news from the Gym and felt both grateful and guilty.
He didn't expect to run into Jinghe and the others so soon after coming out of the mountains.
"That's right, that's right."
Daye smiled in response.
At the same time, he nudged Wusong with his elbow and whispered, "We're famous now, huh."
Wusong gave him a sideways glance.
Does yesterday's incident have anything to do with you?
Receiving a positive answer, Dougua became excited again.
"To express my gratitude, would you like a Pokemon Battle? I am willing to offer a treasured fossil as a token of my thanks!"
This would ease his guilt a bit.
Dougua looked at Jinghe and the Ice Nine-Tails with eager eyes.
Wusong adjusted his glasses, glanced at Jinghe, then at Dougua, and suddenly understood.
So, Teacher Jinghe is here to challenge the Gym Leaders of Sinnoh?
(End of Chapter)
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