Silver Mountain Range, League Headquarters, inside a vast conference room fitted with projections...
"Both terrorists involved in this attack on headquarters must be severely punished, to deter those Trainers with ill intentions and prevent more Trainers from following their example..."
"What an impressive display of authority." Yu Hai leaned back in his chair, arms crossed before him, and looked at the old man speaking with a smile. He could not help but laugh. "I'd like to see who dares lay a finger on my people..."
He was currently at the League Headquarters in Kanto, invited to attend the Champion conference with the Elite Four. The purpose was obvious: to hold an open, transparent public trial attended by every region over his destruction of two Gyms through ruthless measures by the Dark Division.
"You? Do you think becoming Champion means we cannot convene the Champion Council and impeach you, this newly appointed Champion..."
"Please, be my guest." Yu Hai was not afraid of impeachment. His wings had grown strong now; at worst, he would simply stop being this damned Champion.
"Ahem, Elder, that is a bit severe. Xiao Shun was an undercover agent I planted in Kumquat Gym, so..." Lance did not finish his sentence, but his meaning was already clear. He intended to protect this person too.
Lance was not merely helping Yu Hai; he was helping himself as well. Xiao Shun was an undercover agent working for him. If he did not protect him, what would his other subordinates think of him as their superior? Would that not chill the hearts of those working under him?
"Very good, very good indeed! So both Champions intend to shield the terrorists who attacked headquarters, is that it?"
Knock, knock, knock—
"Silence." Agatha heavily rapped her cane against the floor. She looked