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Chapter 656: Gone Out and the House Is Gone? (Part 2)
Chapter 656: Gone Out and the House Is Gone? (10,000 words, please vote!) (Part 2)
The large screen flickered, displaying a scene of the sea.
The sky was gray, with terrifying lightning arcs dancing, and the waves were turbulent. In the midst of the waves, a massive blue figure was locked in view.
Drip!
Bony, who was chairing the meeting, pressed a button, and the image froze on a particular scene.
Looking at the figure in the image, even though the people in the room had braced themselves for the worst, they still felt a heavy weight in their hearts.
"Groudon!" Da Wu interjected.
"Exactly", Bony nodded. "Even though the signal is unstable, this image is enough to draw a conclusion."
She took a deep breath and solemnly announced the result.
"The legendary ancient Mythical Beasts, the sea Pokémon Groudon, has awakened!"
!!
Everyone's hearts skipped a beat.
"If..." At this moment, Genji, who rarely attended meetings, spoke up, arms crossed. "If Groudon has awakened, then the other one is likely to..."
Everyone's hearts skipped another beat.
Of course.
If Groudon has awakened, then the other one...
Bony, expressionless, turned around and pressed another button on the remote.
On the vast sea, the sun was blazing hot, and even through the screen, one could feel the intense heat.
A massive red monster was walking through the sea, and wherever it went, lava erupted from the ocean floor. As the lava cooled and solidified, it formed a small island!
"The legendary ancient Mythical Beasts, the land Pokémon, Groudon!"
They have both truly awakened!
In the meeting room, no one was unaffected by this news.
At that moment.
The large screen flickered, and a signal was received.
It was Dr. Brattain from the Castelia region!
Dr. Brattain's expression was equally grave. He didn't waste time and brought up a bird's-eye view of Johto on the screen, where three areas were glowing with intense red light.
They were: Groudon in the east of Johto, Groudon in the west of Johto, and Liyu Island, where Da Wu and Mikoli saw the Iridescent Megalith!
Huh?
Seeing the image, Da Wu's pupils constricted.
"Based on my observations, Johto experienced extremely strong energy fluctuations at three different locations: yesterday afternoon and around three or four o'clock this morning, particularly on Luminous Island", Dr. Brattain said, pausing for a moment before adding in a grave tone, "These energy fluctuations were from Mega Evolution!"
"So, Dr. Brattain", Bony asked, "are you suggesting that Groudon and Kyogre's awakening is related to the powerful Mega Evolution energy on Luminous Island?"
"It is related", Dr. Brattain nodded but quickly added, "However, I don't think this is the key factor."
"What do you mean?" Genji asked, frowning.
"The intense Mega Evolution energy on Luminous Island triggered a resonance with Groudon and Kyogre, but I don't believe it was enough to transform them into their current state. Look", he said, zooming in on the images of Groudon and Kyogre on the screen.
On both Groudon and Kyogre, their unique patterns were gradually turning golden.
"Primal Reversion!" Bony said solemnly.
"Primal Reversion" refers to the form a Pokémon takes when it reverts to its primal state, unleashing its true power as an ancient Mythical Beast. In a sense, "Primal Reversion" can be seen as another form of Mega Evolution, though not entirely the same.
The Hoenn officials present had all studied the background of the Hoenn region's two fools and were familiar with the concept of "Primal Reversion", which had appeared a thousand years ago.
Subsequently, they recalled the anonymous letter Da Wu had received.
Bony and Genji exchanged a glance.
Genji lowered his eyelids and said, "It must be the 'Scarlet Orb' and the 'Azure Orb.'"
"Magma Team and Aqua Team!" Bony added.
It was likely that the intense Mega Evolution energy from the Iridescent Megalith caused a resonance with Groudon and Kyogre, allowing Magma Team and Aqua Team, who were constantly searching for them, to pinpoint their exact locations.
Otherwise, why would there be such a significant gap between the Mega Evolution energy fluctuations from the Iridescent Megalith and those from Groudon and Kyogre?
Therefore, it could be concluded that the anonymous letter Da Wu received was most likely from a member of Aqua Team, possibly even a high-ranking official!
The reason behind this was unknown, but it had given the Hoenn League some time to prepare.
"Hold on, so you mean..." Da Wu stepped forward, operated the computer, and displayed the conclusion on the large screen.
"The paths of Groudon and Kyogre both lead to Violet City!"
While Groudon's route was not a major concern, Kyogre would have to cross most of Johto, causing significant destruction along the way.
Bony pressed her hand down and said, "Although it may not be the most opportune time, there's another matter we need to address."
After thanking Dr. Brattain, she switched the screen again.
This time, the image showed a view from space.
It was quite blurry, and even after zooming in several times, it remained unclear.
However, the outline of a massive meteorite could be faintly seen.
"As you can see, this is the latest observation from the Greenfield Space Center. A massive meteorite will soon collide with Hoenn", Bony said in a low, grave voice.
!!
Johto is a region plagued by natural disasters.
Volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and meteorite impacts are common occurrences, making it one of the most disaster-prone areas in the Pokémon world.
However, these disasters also bring abundant resources, such as magma from volcanic eruptions, metals and minerals from the earth, and remnants from meteorite impacts, which have been crucial for Johto's development.
For instance, the Devon Corporation, a steel company, was able to establish itself due to Johto's rich mineral resources.
Johto has recorded two significant meteorite impacts in its history.
One led to the formation of Meteor Falls, and the other created the unique city of Violet City.
Now, it is about to experience a third.
Setting aside the potential resources that could result from the meteorite impact, the immediate concern is how to survive the catastrophic collision.
"All at once", Hangetsu leaned back in his chair, rubbing his temples, "how can so many problems arise all at once?"
Usually, they don't appear, but when they do, they come one after another.
It's overwhelming.
"What are we going to do?" Fuyou, who usually had a cheerful demeanor, now wore a worried look, counting on her fingers, "Groudon, Kyogre, and a massive meteorite."
And each one seemed capable of bringing immense disasters to Johto, even catastrophic ones.
"This is the solution Deva proposed."
There's a solution?
Everyone picked up the documents on the table and began reading.
At first, everyone showed expressions of surprise, excitement, and enthusiasm, but as they read on, their brows furrowed one by one.
Deva did not specify the source of the Infinity Energy required for the Dimensional Teleportation Device. He only mentioned that, following this method, there might still be considerable Destruction, but on a much smaller scale compared to the meteorite Tackle.
"Old man", Hangetsu Champion asked the elder Zufu, "What exactly does this 'considerable Destruction' refer to?"
After a brief moment of contemplation, the elder replied, "It could mean the loss of nearly ten thousand or more lives."
!!
This essentially boiled down to choosing between a major disaster and a minor one.
Everyone knew the importance of weighing the options and that trading a minor disaster for a major one was absolutely worth a try, but...
No one spoke up, because speaking up meant acknowledging the loss of nearly ten thousand lives, which was an immense pressure for anyone.
But no one opposed it either, because those who did couldn't come up with a better solution, except...
"I oppose the execution of this plan", Da Wu stood up without hesitation, expressing his stance.
His words opened a gap in the silent meeting room, and many others also voiced their opposition.
Bony and Genji exchanged a glance.
In that brief moment, they saw responsibility and commitment in Da Wu.
It wasn't because he opposed the plan.
It was because of the resolute expression, tone, and attitude he displayed when proposing his opposition.
It was as if he was determined to solve the disaster using his own methods, no matter the cost.
The elder Zufu, seated at the table, had a complex expression.
The plan was proposed by Deva. To be honest, he also didn't want to execute it, but he had no better options or the courage to fight to the death.
But Da Wu did.
This both comforted and worried the elder.
The child had finally grown up.
However.
While some opposed, others, more rational individuals, saw the feasibility of the plan.
Considering the facts.
Comparing a major disaster to a minor one, well, there was no real comparison.
At that moment.
Four Kings Fuji suddenly raised her hand. When everyone turned to look at her, she cleared her throat and spoke in a low voice:
"Ladies and gentlemen, have we overlooked the presence of someone?"
Who?
Wait!!
Everyone in the meeting room immediately looked around, both those present and those attending via video.
"Wait, where is Jinghe Male?" someone asked.
Right, where is Jinghe Male?
Such an important meeting, concerning the very survival of Johto, and Jinghe Male isn't here?
"Cough", Bony cleared his throat.
Didn't you just notice Jinghe Male isn't here?
We were actually quite calm about it.
To say who is currently the strongest in Johto, that might still be up for debate.
But when it comes to who can best handle the crisis involving Mythical Beasts, it's undoubtedly Jinghe Male.
Legend has it, every time Groudon and Kyogre appear, it's Rayquaza that calms the situation.
And the relationship between Rayquaza and Jinghe Male...
How many people in the room didn't know about it?
They've already had a close bond.
The real issue now is how to minimize the disaster, to control the casualties and losses to the lowest possible level.
As for whether Jinghe Male can call upon Rayquaza for assistance, that's his responsibility.
Everyone believes he can.
Yes.
If he can't, it's Jinghe Male's fault!
"Jinghe Male is on his way back on the Streamliner, but continuous heavy rain has caused poor signal. Based on the information from the Windy City in the Castelia region, we determined the Streamliner's route and have already sent people to search along the route. They should be close to finding him", Bony explained.
Everyone: "..."
Wait.
At such a critical moment, you have poor signal?
Looks like the League's satellite system needs an upgrade.
But this can't really be blamed on the League.
With a "living father" in the atmosphere, it's already quite impressive that the League has managed to maintain the current signal network.
For some reason.
The very tense atmosphere in the meeting room relaxed considerably when they heard the name "Jinghe Male."
It was as if this name gave everyone a tremendous boost of confidence.
Even.
Dr. Brattain, who was attending via screen, also breathed a sigh of relief.
Jinghe Male hasn't arrived yet?
Then there's no problem.
This meeting isn't very meaningful.
"So..."
Bony took out another report, "Let's address each issue one by one. If we can't stop Groudon and Kyogre, then the issues of evacuation and rescue..."
At the same time.
On the sea.
Jinghe, Male had been waiting for so long, and finally, he saw a ray of light pierce through the dark clouds.
Finally, finally!
Ding—
His phone rang.
The first message he saw was from "Jinghe, Male's Little Classroom."
Among the messages, there was a picture of a "wooden tablet" sent by "Da Wu, Digging Rocks."
"This is..."
Seeing the picture, Jinghe, Male was slightly stunned, then he suddenly stood up from the sofa, his hands rapidly typing.
[Jinghe, Male] Da Wu, don't touch that wooden tablet!
However, just as he hit the send button, his phone froze.
The next second.
Ding ding ding—
A series of rapid notifications flooded his screen.
[Overtime Wuson] Wow, Jinghe, Male's reaction speed is impressive, almost as fast as Aryu.
[I Am Daiya] Don't exaggerate, Aryu isn't that fast.
[Bug Catcher Aryu] ?
[Da Wu, Digging Rocks] @Jinghe, Male, Teacher, please, save me, help me~
[Jinghe, Male] @Da Wu, Digging Rocks, ?
What's going on?
Did Da Wu touch the wooden tablet?
Did he find the rainbow meteorite?
Then, Da Wu sent him a private message with a photo.
The high-ranking officials of the Hoenn League were in a meeting.
On the large screen, there were moving images of Groudon and its path, speed, and trajectory.
Based on this, Groudon was likely to land in Kanto and then cross Johto to reach Violet City, possibly stopping at Smokestack Mountain for lunch.
Jinghe, Male: "..."
He turned off his phone, turned it back on, turned it off again, and then on again, triple-checking to make sure it wasn't malfunctioning before sitting back on the sofa.
How could so much happen in just a few days of being offline?
He was still shouting for Groudon to show up, and now Groudon has appeared?
"Did I jinx it?" Jinghe, Male muttered.
Outside, on the sea, Gengue, Male and Thicklipuku were holding a simple red flag, planting it on a tiny island no larger than thirty square meters.
"Gengue~!"
Gengue, Male's small step, a giant leap for humanity!
Click—
"It's already been photographed, Rotom!"
Jinghe, Male took off his monocle and rubbed the bridge of his nose.
So, should he go back to Johto?
Wait!
Just as he sat down, Jinghe, Male suddenly stood up again.
That's not right!
If Groudon lands in Kanto, his home is in Kanto!
If he goes out, his home might be destroyed!
"Nine-Tails!"
Jinghe, Male shouted, grabbed his coat hanging on the sofa, and opened the balcony door, stepping onto the railing.
"Awooo~!"
Nine-Tails, who had been curled up on the other side of the sofa, immediately opened her eyes. Her bright blue eyes sparkled, and she transformed into a graceful, snow-white figure, leaping off the railing before Jinghe, her body quickly enveloped in a cold mist. By the time she hit the sea, the surface beneath her was already frozen.
Thud—
Nine-Tails landed lightly, and Jinghe, Male followed, landing steadily on the ice with the help of Nine-Tails' Psychic Power.
He swung his coat and ran toward the location of Gengue, Male, and Rotom.
"Rotom, bicycle mode!"
On the other side.
"Yuki?"
Yuki rubbed her eyes and sat up, noticing the empty room and the open balcony door.
She rushed out.
"Yuki!"
I, I haven't even gotten on yet!
Thump!
Sitting on the back of the bicycle, Yuki slapped Jinghe, Male's back irritably.
Do you have to be in such a hurry?
She let out a soft hiss, her expression a mix of annoyance and mock anger, as if to say, "Who do you think you are, hitting him?"
Hearing Jinghe, Male get slapped, Snivy, sitting in the basket, immediately poked her head out and glared at Yuki.
Who told you to hit him!
"I'm fine", Jinghe, Male said with a smile to Snivy.
"Hisss~!"
Snivy crossed her arms and turned away.
I, I'm not worried about you!
The sailors and passengers on the Streamliner poked their heads out, watching Jinghe, Male ride on the sea with Nine-Tails running beside him, moving incredibly fast and quickly disappearing from sight.
Is this even possible?
But, gotta admit, it's pretty cool.
Wait.
The bicycle is faster than the cruise ship?
"Gengue?"
Gengue, Male asked what was going on.
Jinghe, Male gave him a quick rundown of the situation.
He looked in the direction of Johto, gritting his teeth and muttering:
"Groudon, you two can mess around all you want, but I've been risking my life to protect my home. If even a single speck of paint falls off the walls, even if you two primal reversion, I'll make sure you know how damn expensive that paint is!"
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