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Chapter 590: The Reunion
Chapter 590: The Reunion
The past Bikitini had disappeared, and the future Bikitini probably wouldn't have the memories of their shared experiences together, right?
Shizuru didn't know, but life went on.
Dreamy and Teddy spent a long time struggling to accept this fact.
In the end, they decided to make another trip to Einodoak in the Unova Region to search for Bikitini.
The two Pokemon left, and life at the ranch returned to its usual peaceful state once more.
On weekdays, Shizuru would go to work at the Gym, and on weekends, he would stay at home, spending time with his Pokemon and his wife.
But on one ordinary day, the ranch unexpectedly welcomed a visitor.
That afternoon, just after Shizuru got off work and returned from Brewlight City, he spotted a familiar figure at the ranch.
A petite body, the standard V-shaped ears, and those beautiful sky blue eyes.
Was it... Bikitini?!
Shizuru was momentarily stunned.
Qi Shu, attracted by Bikitini's presence, approached, while Gogoat maintained a knowing expression as if it had already known.
"Ni-ni~!"
Bikitini let out a cheerful cry.
It flew forward until it was right in front of Shizuru.
"Do you remember me?" Shizuru asked tentatively.
"Ni-ni!" Bikitini immediately responded with an affirmative answer.
It had always been Bikitini! After disappearing in the past, when it woke up again, it returned to Einodoak, and its mind had gained an additional memory.
Besides meeting the Heroic Explorers and returning to the past with Shizuru's help to save the Elder King, it also remembered the future version of itself coming back to assist the Elder King.
Bikitini didn't know how to express itself.
Anyway... this was all so amazing!
Hearing this, Shizuru quickly understood.
Bikitini's memories had been corrected, just like Arceus' were in the beginning!
It hadn't disappeared; it had simply returned to the future Einodoak!
"Ni-ni..."
Bikitini looked pitiful as it complained.
After returning, it wanted to come to the ranch to find Shizuru, Dreamy, and Teddy, but since it had ridden on Rapidash the last time, it didn't know the way to the ranch.
So, it encountered numerous obstacles and got lost for a long time. Fortunately, it met a migrating Electroweb, which informed it of the location of Shizuru's ranch.
That Electroweb had visited the Pokemon Tavern at Shizuru's ranch several times before.
"That's great." Shizuru's heart relaxed as he muttered, and after a while, he suddenly remembered something and hurriedly asked, "By the way, did you see Dreamy and Teddy?"
"Ni-ni?" Bikitini looked puzzled.
Shizuru explained, "A few days ago, they couldn't believe that you had disappeared, so they decided to set out for Einodoak to find you. Where do you think they are now?"
"Ni-ni..." Bikitini shook its head, indicating that it hadn't seen them.
"I see." Shizuru nodded.
Apparently, when Dreamy and Teddy went to Einodoak, Bikitini had just left there to head for the ranch, and they had just missed each other.
"We need to inform Dreamy and Teddy about this." Shizuru said as he took out the Lotad Phone, "They'll be so happy to know."
Soon, the call connected, and just as Shizuru had expected, Dreamy and Teddy were sitting atop the Earth Sword, looking dejected.
"Miu?"
"Eem?"
Upon seeing Shizuru, the two Pokemon asked what had happened.
Shizuru smiled and said, "Guess who came to the ranch?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Bikitini flew forward and appeared in front of the camera, greeting the two Pokemon on the other end.
"Ni-ni!"
Dreamy and Teddy's eyes lit up instantly.
"Miu!"
"Eem!"
"Bikitini is fine. The reason you couldn't find it in Einodoak is that it had just set out for the ranch when you were there, and you just missed each other." Shizuru explained.
Dreamy and Teddy were extremely excited. They immediately flew up, indicating that they would return to the ranch right away!
"Alright, we'll be waiting for you here." Shizuru said.
After hanging up, Shizuru invited Bikitini to have some sweet cookies at the Fertility King's tea party.
Bikitini ate until its cheeks were puffed out, constantly telling Shizuru about what had happened afterward.
Apparently, after Shizuru and the others had left, the two princes finally came to their senses. They felt deep regret as they witnessed the consequences of their actions.
They returned to the castle, withdrew from the election for the throne, and after deep reflection, they handed over the two stones created by the giant dragon to their father, the Elder King, for safekeeping.
Later on, the Elder King passed away and left this world.
Before his departure, he entrusted the two stones to Bikitini for safekeeping, hoping that Bikitini would deliver them to the traveler in the future.
Because the Elder King believed that the person was kind, he was able to help Bikitini travel through time and space, and he went alone to stop the two dragons.
The Elder King did not want anyone else to use the power of the two dragons to start a fight.
"Nini..."
As he spoke, Bikitini touched his body, and then a magical scene happened. He took out two stones from somewhere.
They were two round stones, one as black as the midnight sky, and the other as pure as the light of day.
Bikitini handed them to Shizuru.
Shizuru was slightly startled, then looked at the Lightstone and Darkstone in his hand in disbelief.
The Lightstone and Darkstone showed no reaction, but their information appeared in Shizuru's mind.
【Lightstone: This is what's left of Rexiram after its physical destruction. It is said to be waiting for the arrival of a hero.】
【Darkstone: This is what's left of Ideakrom after its physical destruction. It is said to be waiting for the arrival of a hero.】
Did the Elder King want him to keep these two stones?
These are Ideakrom and Rexiram! The evil Plasma Team from the Unova Region has been dreaming of obtaining them, and now they've come into his hands so easily? Kyurem would be furious if he knew...
However, the great battle a thousand years ago exhausted Rexiram and Ideakrom's vitality, causing them to revert to their stone forms and fall into a long slumber from which they have yet to awaken.
But that's not right! According to the movie's plot, even in their stone forms, these two dragons should have already awakened and regained their consciousness! Remembering how Gogoat had beaten up Rexiram and Ideakrom, Shizuru couldn't help but make a guess.
Could it be that they dare not wake up because Gogoat is nearby?
But that shouldn't be the case...
After a moment of thought, Shizuru decided to fulfill his pact with the Elder King and keep the two stones safe.
Therefore, that afternoon, Shizuru brought the two stones to the World Tree and placed them in the next layer of the Terra Homeland, where Giratina resided.
It was still a vast wilderness, with a mountain standing in the center of the wilderness. Shizuru climbed to the top of the mountain and placed the Lightstone and Darkstone into the grooves of the stone at the summit.
"Done!" Shizuru breathed a sigh of relief after completing this task.
"Nini~!"
However, just as he turned around, preparing to leave with Bikitini, he suddenly heard two faint voices.
"What is your ideal?"
"What is the truth you seek?"
Shizuru stopped in his tracks and turned to look at the Lightstone and Darkstone.
The two stones didn't make any more sounds, as if waiting for his answer.
"Nini?" Bikitini, hearing nothing, looked back at Shizuru in confusion when he stopped.
"My ideal is to see Rexiram and Ideakrom combine," Shizuru silently replied in his heart, knowing that the two dragons could sense the thoughts of humans.
After all, Rexiram and Ideakrom were originally one entity, and it was only because of two different ideologies that they split into the Lightstone and Darkstone, with the remaining shell becoming Chielem.
According to the legend, the three dragons of the path would become one... If possible, Shizuru would indeed like to witness it.
Lightstone, Darkstone: "..."
"Okay, let's go!"
Shizuru turned around and left the World Tree with Bikitini, returning to the ranch.
"Is it all settled?" Qi Shu asked.
Shizuru nodded. "I put them on the World Tree. As long as the World Tree remains undiscovered, the past events won't repeat themselves."
"That's good," Qi Shu sighed in relief.
Shizuru then took out his Lotad Phone and searched online for information about the Plasma Team in the Unova Region.
As far as he knew, the Plasma Team's goal was to separate Pokemon from humans, claiming that Pokemon in human hands were unfortunate and should be returned to nature. They advocated these ideas through speeches.
In reality, however, they wanted to make other Trainers abandon their Pokemon so that the Plasma Team could monopolize the power of Pokemon.
For those who opposed them, the Plasma Team would forcefully take away their Pokemon and claim them as their own.
Unfortunately, after searching for half a day, Shizuru couldn't find any other intelligence beyond some news and videos of the Plasma Team's speeches.
After a brief thought, he sent a message to Adeck.
【Wing King: I saw online that an organization called the Plasma Team is advocating the liberation of Pokemon in various cities. It feels like a cult. Is the Unova Region doing okay?】
Adeck replied quickly.
【Adeck: Even the Paldea Region has heard about it?
The organization was indeed peculiar, spreading their message of freeing Pokemon from Poke Balls everywhere. Not only that, but they would forcefully take away the Pokemon of trainers who disagreed with their speeches. The Unova League had already begun planning to investigate and deal with this matter.
"Wing King: I've heard rumors that the leader of the Plasma Team is a man named Kyurem. Be extra cautious!"
At that moment, Adeck's video call came through.
"How did you know?" he asked, his eyes widening.
"I saw it online, from the netizens!" Shizuru replied matter-of-factly. "They said they heard it from Plasma Team members, who seem to revere their leader.
"Kyurem..." Adeck nodded. "Okay, I'll have someone look into it. That's all for now; I have official duties to attend to. We'll talk more later!"
"Alright, you go take care of business then!"
After hanging up the call, Shizuru had reminded Adeck of everything he needed to know. Now, it was up to the Unova League to take action!
The next morning, Dreamy and Teddy returned to the ranch, and the three Pokemon reunited, embracing each other and weeping with joy.
Shizuru and Qi Shu stood by, smiling at the heartwarming scene.
At noon, Shizuru prepared a sumptuous lunch to celebrate their reunion.
After lunch, upon hearing that Dreamy and Teddy were continuing their journey, Bikitini made a decision.
It wanted to join the Heroic Explorers, just like Dreamy and Teddy, to help Pokemon in need! In truth, it mostly wanted to play with Dreamy and Teddy.
Of course, Bikitini kept this thought to itself and didn't voice it.
As the head of the household, Shizuru was delighted to see Bikitini emerge from its past loneliness.
However, Shizuru felt that this change was more due to Bikitini and the Elder King not leaving any regrets in this world. With the past altered, the Elder King didn't die suddenly but aged and left the world naturally.
Bikitini's inner nightmare dissipated, allowing it to move on without dwelling on the past with regret and sorrow.
Watching Bikitini playfully, Shizuru heaved a sigh of relief.
With the addition of Pidgeot, who had helped him in battles at the Gym, the Heroic Explorers now had four members!
How wonderful! The three Pokemon rested at the ranch for three days before continuing their journey.
Bikitini and Teddy rode on Dreamy, who had transformed into a Doduo, and waved goodbye to Shizuru.
Shizuru waved back vigorously until the Doduo was out of sight, then he finally lowered his hand.
Time passed quietly, and as the scorching summer ended, the refreshing autumn season arrived.
The leaves on the Back Mountain began to turn yellow, and with each gust of wind through the forest, they would fall, creating a scene reminiscent of a maple leaf snowstorm, covering the mountains and fields in a thick layer.
These fallen leaves would eventually wither and decay, turning into the earth's nourishment, giving birth to new life.
After a prolonged autumn rain, numerous mushrooms sprouted in the mountain forests. Occasionally, one could spot nearby ranchers or passing trainers with their Pokemon partners, foraging for mushrooms.
On the evening of September 29, League Year 202, Zekin Town was brightly lit, with Thomas Mayor and the townspeople preparing for the upcoming Harvest Festival.
Shizuru was called over to help, and he joined the men, working alongside Gogoat to set up stalls along the mountain path, while the women busily hung up lanterns symbolizing the harvest around the shrine.
The firelight illuminated the mountain path, guiding visitors in the night.
Over six months, Qi Shu's belly had gradually grown larger, and Shizuru was cautious about letting her roam freely, fearing any bumps or knocks. So, he entrusted her care to the Caretaker Brothers and Sisters.
Today, Qi Shu insisted on joining the town's festival preparations.
Reluctantly, Shizuru agreed.
After helping Thomas Mayor set up the stalls, Shizuru returned to Qi Shu's side, seeing her with her big belly, he couldn't help but feel concerned. "Are you tired? Do you want to go back first?"
Qi Shu, however, was captivated by the stalls, her eyes sparkling. "Let's set up a stall tomorrow night too!"
"A stall?" Shizuru was taken aback.
"Yes, I want to experience it too! It looks so fun!" Qi Shu exclaimed excitedly.
She had heard Shizuru's stories about selling ranch specialties alongside Pokemon, but at that time, they hadn't known each other. Now, Qi Shu also wanted to give it a try!
Shizuru had no choice but to agree. "Alright, we'll set up a small stall tomorrow night."
"Yay!" Qi Shu cheered.
Under Shizuru's care and the attention of the Caretaker Brothers and Sisters, Qi Shu seemed less like an adult and more like a child.
(End of Chapter)
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