Chapter 59

Despite her pride, Type: Null has never given up resisting this human. Given the chance, she will continue to fight for freedom.

Yes... her current obedience is merely for the sake of future plans...

However, even Type: Null herself didn't realize that, despite looking away, her gaze kept drifting towards that man.

Without realizing it, she had become curious about this human.

"...&!...@!!@#"

Nihilego floated in the air, making strange noises. Although no one could understand what she was saying, Nihilego's voice was not unpleasant; the tone was even like a young girl's soft chanting.

She was also the only Nihilego allowed by Qiao Ran to move freely in the outside world. Her other members were placed in the underground world created by Dianxi Qiao Ran prevent them from losing control and randomly Fury Swipes other Pokémon. Compared to ordinary Pokémon, the Nihilego race was simply powerful from another dimension.

"Master, now that we've reached the required number, let's get started quickly. Everyone's waiting."

The purple-haired Maid stood behind Qiao Ran, her hands placed in front of her, bowing slightly.

In preparation for tonight's summons, Suicune voluntarily changed into a Maid outfit, her favorite clothes outside of her everyday attire. Qiao Ran wasn't planning to buy it for her at first, but Suicune begged him many times before Qiao Ran finally agreed.

As for why she changed into this outfit, Suicune's reason was that tonight was a very important occasion, so she had to wear the most formal clothes. Also, if she summoned her sister, she wanted to let her get used to the outfit first.

"...?"

When Qiao Ran first heard this reason, he was dumbfounded. Perhaps he had misunderstood the relationship between the Legendary Beasts? Suicune, Raikou, and Entei actually three Maid of Ho-Oh? Or did Ho-Oh have some peculiar fetish?

However, since Suicune wanted to do this, Qiao Ran had no reason to stop her. After all, it was a matter between the sisters, and Qiao Ran's Sheer Force would only make things more complicated.

"Alright, everyone's pretty much here by now."

Qiao Ran glanced around. All his companions had gathered here. The Vulpix, Dianxi, and Suicune, who could Humanoid Transformation, had also transformed into human form and stood behind him, dressed in their best clothes.

Of course, although Dianxi could immediately obtain a very gorgeous dress after Humanoid Transformation in her Mega state, it would completely disappear once the time was up. So this time she didn't change into that outfit, but instead wore a real little dress, at least she didn't have to worry about suddenly being completely naked.

Welcoming new companions is always one of their most important things. Even the Altaria, which was summoned in a moment of panic, held a welcome party at the end.

"Rotom, come here."

"Okay, Rotom!"

Rotom flew down from the sky and circled around Qiao Ran, earning a...

After circling around, it stopped in front of Qiao Ran. The most important button appeared on the screen at the very center of her body. As long as she pressed this button, Qiao Ran could begin to summon her next comrade-in-arms.

"Master, please use me as you please, Rotom!"

Rotom spoke strange words with "deep affection," but Qiao Ran, who was used to her attitude, didn't pay any attention to it—only if Rotom stopped acting like this one day would Qiao Ran wonder if something was wrong with her.

"Here we go."

Qiao Ran a step forward and extended his right hand.

As Qiao Ran clicked, just like Suicune had done, a beam of light streaked down from the sky, Infiltrator layers of clouds and striking Qiao Ran's palm directly.

No matter how many times you see this scene, you can feel incredibly shocked. As the light condensed, a black and green Poké Ball descended from the sky and landed in Qiao Ran's hand.

It's not heavy, but it's quite special.

Gazing at the uniquely shaped sphere, Qiao Ran's eyes flickered slightly, and he silently murmured the sphere's name.

"Is this time... Pokémon from Dusk Ball?"

--The Pokémon he'll likely put in his Dusk Ball are probably those few types.

Section 111, page 108 [NO.4]

The Poké Ball carries the weight of dreams; no one knows what's inside, neither Rotom nor Qiao Ran can know the answer.

Only by opening the ball can they understand who their newfound companion is.

However, this time seemed different from the previous times. When Qiao Ran gripped the Poké Ball, he felt a special fluctuation emanating from it.

"This is..."

Qiao Ran stared blankly at his right hand, a strange feeling welling up in his heart—perhaps, what is coming this time will be something unprecedented.

"Owner."

Rotom watched Qiao Ran from behind; cameras and video cameras were ready to capture the moment Qiao Ran opened the Poké Ball.

After a moment of distraction, Qiao Ran finally opened the uniquely shaped Dusk Ball.

Unlike other Poké Ball that emit light, this one releases a black shadow when it opens. The shadow gradually solidifies in the air and eventually forms the shape of Pokémon.

"... Oh my god."

Everyone couldn't help Pokémon.

--It was a bird-shaped Pokémon, when its Dual Wingbeat were spread, was as big as two or three people. It had jet-black wings and a bright red body, with gray-black mane covering its neck. At the ends of its huge wings and tail were five sharp, black claws.

She had a sharp, beak-like snout, and black horns protruded from her blue eyes, one part of which curved sharply forward, while the smaller forks pointed backward. Her entire being exuded an inexplicable majesty.

The most spectacular sight is when her wings and tail are fully extended, her body resembles a capital "Y" hovering in the sky.

"Yveltal...!!!"

Upon seeing this Pokémon, Qiao Ran couldn't help but gasp in the summer heat, utterly shocked.

To someone unfamiliar with this Pokémon, it would probably just look like a large bird with markings resembling bacon that looks delicious. But to Qiao Ran, who knows its stuff, everything is different.

When he received the Poké Ball, he wondered countless times what it might contain, but he never imagined that it would contain this legendary Legendary Pokémon.

--She absolutely deserves to be called a legend among legends.

Unlike Dianxi or Suicune, Yveltal is Pokémon World truly wields special power, or rather, some kind of Rules.

She and Xerneas are like two ends of a scale Xerneas; Xerneas holds the power of life, while Yveltal is responsible for bringing destruction and death to the world.

--They constitute a complete cycle of life, where death is rebirth. If this balance is broken, a third god, the guardian of the ecosystem -- Zygarde Zygarde, will intervene forcefully to restore everything to a normal state.

"Roar--"

The giant bird in the sky spread its enormous wings and let out a deafening roar. Its body itself could not actually be called huge, but if you add its long tail and huge wings, it could make it more than twice as big, full of Pressure.

"Roar!!!"

Yveltal's Roar attracted the attention of all the Pokémon, not only Qiao Ran 'Roar Pokémon, but also the other Pokémon inhabiting the Wild Area, who couldn't help but look over.

Immediately afterwards, a dark wave began to emanate from Yveltal's body. The Ripple gradually spread and expanded, and finally—as if merging into this world—gradually disappeared into the other side of the sky, vanishing from Qiao Ran's sight.

"What's this?"

Qiao Ran could sense that something very important had happened in this world, but he couldn't quite put his finger on it.

Jue couldn't quite figure out what specific changes had occurred, but he had a feeling that the world seemed to have become more real.

"Yveltal, what have you done?"

Qiao Ran raised his head, trying to communicate with Yveltal. Looking at this Legendary Pokémon that exuded an inexplicable majesty, Qiao Ran felt both nervous and excited.

This was the first time he Pokémon of this rank.

Yveltal flapped her wings and landed in front of Qiao Ran. To communicate with Qiao Ran, she awkwardly supported herself on her feet, her long tail trailing behind her.

A strange voice came from within Qiao Ran's heart.

"I... gave this world death."

Contrary to Qiao Ran's expectations, Yveltal's voice was a somewhat proud yet very young female voice, even... Qiao Ran couldn't help but think of a girl the same age as Eve.

However, Qiao Ran's attention wasn't on this matter. He was used to girls, but he was actually wide-eyed because of Yveltal's words.

"Die..."

Undoubtedly, death is a terrifying word, almost representing the end of life and the end of everything. But... this is precisely the meaning of Yveltal's existence, and the balance she protects.

Perhaps it is because of death that the world becomes more complete and more real. Abundant life energy can make us forget pain, but it also makes the world stagnate, making it as illusory as a castle in the air.

"That's right, I gave those Pokémon the right to die, and I gave all life in this world the right to die. Of course, if they want to die voluntarily, I can help them."

Yveltal's repeated cries of "Go die!" caused countless beads of sweat to stream down Qiao Ran's forehead. Unlike the "go die" used by others, Yveltal's " go die" truly meant "die on the spot."

Moreover, looking at Yveltal's face, Qiao Ran always felt that the guy was grinning wickedly.

--This guy is just a troublemaker!

"You don't need to help with things like dying. Just focus on your own business."

Qiao Ran quickly added a word of caution, as he didn't want to return to the Wild Area day to find it completely devastated; that was definitely an outcome he didn't want to see.

"Cut."

Yveltal clicked his tongue, but did not refute Qiao Ran's words.

"Where's Xerneas? If she's around, could you have her come out and talk to me?"

"She's not here; my companions are already behind me."

Qiao Ran pointed to Dianxi and the others behind her, letting them meet Yveltal one by one. Although Vulpix seemed a little scared, Suicune took her hand, which reassured her a lot.

"Hmph, useless blue-skinned deer, why don't you just die?"

Upon hearing Qiao Ran's words, Yveltal let out a cold snort, but in the end, it followed the direction Qiao Ran pointed and began to meet the other Pokémon, while also speaking ill of Xerneas.

"..."

Qiao Ran watched her retreating figure and shrugged helplessly.

Although Yveltal seemed to listen to him quite well, Qiao Ran still had a strange feeling in his heart. No matter how you looked at it, this guy's personality was extremely rebellious and sharp-tongued.

Characters like Suicune and Dianxi behave very ladylike, while Yveltal... is from a completely different dimension.

Is this the legendary Dark Type Legendary Pokémon?

That's really... quite unique.

Section 112, page 109 [Jugu Gym]

For Qiao Ran, Yveltal's arrival was destined to be an extraordinary event.

Just how powerful is she?

Qiao Ran couldn't give a clear concept of Legendary Pokémon. Even comparing them based on the strength of Dianxi and Suicune would only be a glimpse into the bigger picture.

Soon, the next day arrived.

Qiao Ran slung his backpack over his shoulder and left the Pokémon Center. His destination was none other than the city's newly established Gym.

The city's Gym is Grass-type Gym, and the Gym Leader is a very mysterious old woman. Qiao Ran didn't specifically try to find out all the information about her; he only needed to talk to the nurse to get a general idea of her situation.

Knowing this was enough for Qiao Ran.

Following Rotom's directions, Qiao Ran arrived at a quiet park. It wasn't in the bustling city center, and there were no busy commercial streets around. Its unique tranquility and beauty felt like a stolen moment of leisure in the city.

"Hello, are you here to register for Gym Challenge?"

"Yes, this is my identification."

Qiao Ran the Gym, where he was warmly greeted by the receptionist. He looked around and saw that there weren't many people in the Gym. Apart from some parents who seemed to be waiting for their children, he was probably the only challenger.

The receptionist seemed to notice the confusion in Qiao Ran's eyes, so she offered a brief explanation.

"Sorry, our Gym just..."

"It's only recently opened, so there aren't many people gathered here yet... Also, we haven't had Gym here for a long time, and it's very close to Jinling, so in the past, most parents would send their children to Jinling to learn."

"However, under our Gym Leader's leadership, this situation will soon improve. She is a very powerful Pokémon Master and is quite popular with children."

The receptionist held her Gym Leader in extremely high regard, even referring to him as a "master." It's worth noting that in this world, those who can be called masters are extremely rare.

Even a relatively young and powerful Gym Leader like Iron Maiden cannot be respectfully addressed as a "master".

Was the receptionist speaking out of respect for the other person, or because the other person genuinely possessed the ability to do so?

"Alright, I've completed the challenge registration for you. Please wait in the rest area for a moment, or you can use the equipment in the nearby exercise area to practice."

"OK."

Qiao Ran nodded to indicate that she understood.

However, just as he was about to leave, a group of children carrying backpacks suddenly rushed out of the corridor inside, both boys and girls, who didn't look very old, and they were all holding red and white Poké Ball in their hands.

Once outside, they found their parents and began to share their joy and excitement.

"Dad, my Caterpie has learned to String Shot silk! Is it evolving?"

"Mommy, my Skitty talked to me today... Meowth meow..."

The children were telling their parents about Pokémon, while at the end of the crowd stood a white-haired old woman who wasn't very tall, and could even be described as "petite." She leaned on a strangely shaped cane that looked like it was covered with green buds, and watched this heartwarming scene with a gentle smile on her face.