For the time being, he put away the Iron Plate Fragment and stored it in the System Space.
As for how to remove the energy corroding the Iron Plate Fragment and restore it to normal, that would require further consideration.
After leaving the treasure vault, Su Hao headed straight for Hammerlocke Stadium. Dande had said that Mustard was waiting for him there.
In just a month, Hammerlocke Stadium, which had been damaged after the Darkest Day's revival, had already been fully repaired.
Perhaps because Pokémon existed, the speed of construction repairs was terrifyingly fast.
Thinking about such random things, Su Hao arrived at the entrance to Hammerlocke Stadium.
Before he could even enter, Raihan, the Gym Leader of Hammerlocke Stadium known as the Dragon Storm, pushed the doors open and strode out. His steps were hurried, his face full of displeasure, and he seemed to be muttering something.
Listening carefully, Su Hao realized Raihan was saying—
[What the hell is up with that Lucario!?]
Su Hao: "..."
Surely his dog hadn't beaten up Raihan while training with Mustard and Urshifu of the One-Hit Flow?
Curious, Su Hao brushed past Raihan and entered Hammerlocke Stadium.
The Battle Arena was a complete mess. Lucario stood in the middle of the field, while Mustard and Urshifu stood at the edge.
Sensing someone entering, Mustard turned to look over. He was not surprised by Su Hao's arrival and stroked his beard with a smile. "You're here?"
"What a pity. The battle just ended—you missed it, loo."
Mustard swayed his head as he spoke, seeming genuinely regretful.
After all—
When Lucario had just knocked out Raihan's Flygon with a single punch, even Mustard had been utterly stunned.
Fortunately, he had already sorted out his emotions before Su Hao came in, allowing him to maintain his