This Time, I'm Not Going To Be A Trainer. Chapter 546: Groudon: I Want to Fight Arceus Too! - Novel Cool

Chapter 546: Groudon: I Want to Fight Arceus Too!

Chapter 546: Groudon: I Want to Fight Arceus Too!

"The Pokemon are so adorable!"

After visiting the Fertility Shrine, the group prepared to return to the ranch. On the way, the children chattered excitedly like a flock of Squawkfeathers.

"Ah, I can't wait to turn ten and receive my first Pokemon so I can set off on my own journey!" exclaimed a blond-haired boy dreamily.

"Yeah! I want to catch 'em all—even the rare and powerful ones! I'll become the greatest Pokemon Trainer there is!" declared another boy, his fist clenched with determination.

Hearing this, Professor Oak turned around, a look of surprise on his face. He scanned the group of children and asked with a smile, "So, you all feel the same way?"

"Not me!" A girl raised her hand. "I want to be friends with every Pokemon in the world!"

"Then you can't become a strong Trainer!" The boy next to her argued. "Even among the same species of Pokemon, there are strengths and weaknesses. If the Pokemon you catch are too weak, other Trainers will surpass you. That's what my brother told me!"

"That's not true!" The girl frowned. "If you catch too many Pokemon, you won't be able to take care of them all, and your relationships with them will suffer. That will also affect their strength!"

"Now, now," Professor Oak said with a chuckle as he looked at the familiar scene unfolding before him. "You're all right in your own ways because everyone has their own approach when it comes to Pokemon."

"Some people enjoy caring for Pokemon and spending time with them, so they become Pokemon Breeders. Others focus on Pokemon battles and undergo intensive training to enhance their Pokemon's strength."

"But the most important thing is your heart. Let the Pokemon see and feel your heart and intentions. If they accept you, you will become the best partners and companions in the world."

The children listened intently, each one pondering their own reasons for loving Pokemon.

"Just like Naoki," Professor Oak added, immediately shifting the children's attention to Naoki.

"Me?" Naoki was taken aback.

Professor Oak nodded gently. "Regardless of your approach, there is no conflict between these ways of interacting with Pokemon."

"Take Naoki, for example. Many Pokemon live on his ranch, and even though they may have their little disagreements from time to time, every single one of them adores him."

The children listened intently, then recalled the scenes they had witnessed over the past two days:

– Groudon and Motostoke helping Naoki with farm work.

– The Aipom siblings taking care of Naoki when he was tired, bringing him water and a towel to wipe his sweat.

– Barboach assisting Naoki with his chores and helping him tend to the chickens on the ranch.

Naoki had a wonderful relationship with each of these Pokemon, and they were all incredibly strong.

As they looked at Naoki, the children gained a clearer understanding of their own future goals. They wanted to become exceptional Pokemon Trainers, just like Mr. Naoki!

Seeing the determination in the children's eyes, Professor Oak smiled and said, "It seems you've all figured it out. Yes, this is how humans and Pokemon coexist and build a future together. This is the world we live in."

At that very moment, in the Land of Origin on the World Tree, Master Hongo was meditating with his legs crossed. However, a bead of sweat formed on his brow as he awkwardly faced his teacher, Groudon.

"Waaah?" Master Hongo couldn't help but ask, "Hasn't he replied yet?"

Groudon's face darkened, and he began to tap his large tail on the ground restlessly, a look of competitiveness in his eyes. "Why did he ask that Geocachmon for help and not me? Does he look down on me? Does he think I'm not as strong as that guy?!"

Master Hongo: "..." (That's not it, Master. Naoki treats all Pokemon the same.)

Groudon didn't sense that. He immediately questioned, "Then why hasn't he answered my call yet?"

Master Hongo, with a bead of sweat on his brow: "Waaah... (Naoki must be busy...)"

Groudon huffed in response.

Master Hongo thought for a moment, then earnestly corrected a mistake he had made earlier: "Waaah." (Also, Master, you're different from us. You don't belong to Naoki like we do. You're just living on the World Tree.)

Pokemon like us, who have our own Poke Balls, are truly Naoki's Pokemon. So, there is a big difference.

Groudon: "..." (Then he must be looking down on me! That's why he only asked for Geocachmon's help and not mine! It was intentional!)

Groudon, who had always been proud and competitive, was stubborn when it came to comparing himself with Geocachmon.

Master Hongo was at a loss for words.

Groudon could only shut its mouth and remain silent.

At that moment, Lotom, the Rotom Phone, rang with an incoming call.

"Reporting! Naoki is calling, Lotom!"

Upon hearing this, the two Pokemon present almost simultaneously turned their heads to look at the floating Lotom Phone.

Lotom Phone answered the call, and the next second, Naoki's face appeared on the screen.

Naoki had already returned to the ranch and, finding a secluded spot, called Groudon.

"What's up? Is there something you need, Groudon?" Naoki asked.

However, as he spoke, Naoki's eyes suddenly fell on the bulky and handsome bear Pokemon beside Groudon.

"!!!" Naoki exclaimed, his eyes widening in surprise. "Budew! You evolved!?"

Budew scratched its head, a goofy smile on its face, and nodded. "Woo!"

Ignoring Groudon, Naoki turned away, causing Groudon's face to darken further.

"Raaaaaaar!" Groudon roared angrily.

The Earth God's rage caused the surrounding volcanoes to erupt, the earth to tremble, and scalding hot water to gush out from the ground.

Naoki and Budew turned their attention to Groudon, startled by its outburst.

Groudon's angry words were automatically translated and conveyed by Lotom Phone in a mechanical voice.

"Why did you only ask for Geocachmon's help and not mine? Do you look down on me?! What is he better at than me?! I'm clearly the strongest Pokemon! How can he help you when I can do more?!"

Naoki: "......"

Budew: "......"

Naoki was shocked. Even in matters like this, Groudon and Geocachmon had to compete?!

But seeing Naoki remain silent, Groudon's anger only intensified.

The volcanoes erupted even higher, as if the sky was about to rain lava. Even the distant Moltres was startled, frantically flying out of its cave in a panic.

Witnessing this, Naoki quickly explained to Groudon, "It's not what you think. This time, I sought Geocachmon's help because I'm about to face a formidable foe. Ground-type moves are ineffective against it, but Geocachmon's Water-type attacks and Lecrown's Grass-type attacks can harm it."

Groudon: "?"

What strong enemy? And only Geocachmon can fight it?

Groudon was skeptical. Why could Geocachmon go, but not him?!

Groudon scoffed, "You really think I'm inferior to that guy!"

Naoki: "......"

"Since that's the case, I'll tell you everything!"

Groudon struck a pose as if to say, 'Go on, I'd like to see what kind of story you come up with.'

Naoki sighed and proceeded to explain in detail to Groudon about the formidable foe they would be facing next.

"It's Arceus, the creator god of this world."

With just one sentence, Groudon furrowed its brow.

What creator god? It had never heard of such a thing!

"Legend has it that a long, long time ago, this world was nothing but emptiness."

Naoki paused here, thinking that Groudon, being illiterate, might not know what emptiness meant, so he explained,

"Emptiness means there was nothing in the world, no flowers, no trees, no humans, and no Pokemon."

"Arceus existed in this emptiness, and perhaps feeling lonely or due to some other reason, it created the world we live in today."

"According to the legend, in the beginning, the world was desolate, with only vast oceans and land. And then, the first Mew were born."

"After creating the world, Arceus fell into a deep slumber. As this world was born from it, all things are under its control. The origin force that created the world transformed into stone tablets, and as long as these tablets exist, we cannot harm it."

Hearing this, Groudon voiced its skepticism.

"Then why can Geocachmon hurt it?"

"That's because Arceus has lost a few of the original stone tablets, and the Water-type tablet that corresponds to Geocachmon is one of them."

"In the past, Arceus was deceived by humans with ill intentions and suffered severe injuries, which led to its slumber."

"Now, it's about to awaken, and an enraged Arceus has lost its reason. It intends to punish humanity, so I will seek the help of Geocachmon, Lecrown, and others to stop Arceus from sanctioning humans and to help it regain its sanity."

Groudon noticed something else: "Why is Lecrown also able to help?"

Naoki: "...... Because Lecrown's power is very unique. Its sacred ash can heal any wound."

Hearing this, Groudon seemed to understand what was happening.

While it could understand rationally, the thought of Geocachmon being able to go while it couldn't made Groudon irrationally angry.

It refused to accept it! What kind of creator god was this? If Geocachmon could help, then so could it!

"I want to go, too! I can be of assistance as well!" Groudon insisted, its tone leaving no room for refusal.

Naoki & Budew: "......"

Well, it wasn't entirely impossible.

Groudon would make a great meat shield!

It can attract Arceus's attention and attacks, creating a favorable environment for Kyogre and Lecrown to dish out their moves.

"Alright," Naoki agreed. "In that case, I'll be counting on your help!"

Groudon was satisfied.

Just wait and see! I won't lose to Kyogre!

After ending the call with Groudon, Naoki took the opportunity to speak with Budew, who had evolved.

"Budew, when did you evolve?"

Budew honestly replied, "Woo!" (Geocachmon said I could come with him to help you just now.)

"I see..." Looking at Budew, Naoki was delighted.

As he had expected, Budew could evolve by comprehending the essence of the ocean and become a consecutive-style Budew.

However, he wondered if there would be any differences between this evolved Budew and a typical consecutive-style Budew.

Naoki was curious.

He pondered for a moment before speaking up. "After your training today, come to the ranch, and I'll take a look at your progress."

Budew had intended to do so and nodded, responding with a "Roger that!"

"Okay, we'll talk more when you're back."

After hanging up, Naoki prepared to go find Professor Oak, but before he could get up, he received a message from Mewtwo.

[Mewtwo: I can also help if you need me.]

Naoki was slightly startled. In a battle of that magnitude, Mewtwo, a unique existence, could indeed be of great assistance.

In fact, Mewtwo was skilled at manipulating human memories. It could not only erase memories but also read minds.

Naoki wondered if, with some adjustments, Mewtwo could link everyone's thoughts together. But before that, there was an issue to consider.

After some thought, Naoki replied to Mewtwo's message.

[Groudon: I'm glad you're willing to help, but doing so would expose you to the eyes of humans. The power of the internet is formidable these days. If you show yourself, it's very likely that within just a few days, the whole world will know about you.]

For Mewtwo, this went against its desire to live a secluded life, away from human attention, didn't it? Moreover, Team Rocket still existed in this world, and if Mewtwo appeared, Sakaki would surely take notice.

Mewtwo naturally had this concern as well.

But then it thought again. The last time, at Clear Cliff, it had erased Sakaki and those humans' memories of it, so even if it showed itself, they would likely just assume it was an ordinary Pokemon.

Recalling the peaceful and happy life on the World Tree, free from human interference, a smile appeared on Mewtwo's usually expressionless face.

It could see the replicated Pokemon living like ordinary Pokemon, free to do as they pleased, cultivating and picking fruits.

In the evenings, they would gather to watch the sunset, staying until the stars and moon filled the sky, and when it was late at night, they would snuggle together and fall asleep.

Even in their sleep, happy smiles remained on their faces.

And they had Naoki to thank for this life.

The human genes within Mewtwo compelled it to want to do something for Naoki in return.

Thus, it sent its reply.

[Mewtwo: I won't run away anymore. Whether human or Pokemon, we are all part of this world.]

Upon reading this message, Naoki was taken aback for a moment before replying with a smile.

[Groudon: Great!]

With Groudon, Kyogre, Lecrown, and Ho-Oh, and now Mewtwo... this lineup was truly a super-luxurious team!

However, there was one problem: carrying so many Poke Balls was troublesome.

Naoki felt a pang of regret. It was a shame that Hoopa wasn't here; otherwise, he wouldn't have to go through the hassle of carrying so many Poke Balls.

With Hoopa, he could simply wave his hand and summon all the legendary Pokemon from the World Tree using its ring.

It would be just like the Avengers assembling to fight Thanos in the movies.

However, just then, Lotom, the Rotom Phone, received two more messages.

[Mewtwo: ...Also, the Pokemon on the World Tree think you're planning to wage war against other humans, so they're gathering tree fruits and undergoing special training to help you fight.]

[Dialga: Damn it! I went to that place, and those two bastards ran away! Damn them! I won't let this slide!]

A while later, Naoki received another message from Dialga.

[Dialga: This won't do. They dared to mess with my territory! I won't forgive them! I've found Palkia's location, Naoki. Watch over my place while I go teach that guy a lesson!]

(End of Chapter)

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