Father and Son Clash

Cosmog's Teleportation remained as precise as ever.

Yan Yang and his Pokémon army—plus an Eternal Flower that had voluntarily tagged along—did not arrive directly at Mount Coronet. Instead, they landed on the vast grasslands at the foot of the plateau, where they had once encountered the Pyroar pride.

Having experienced spatial travel many times, Yan Yang had long since adapted to the dizziness of such transitions. He steadied himself and took a deep breath of the grassland air, carrying the scents of fresh grass and freedom.

Back here again.

The Eternal Flower that had followed them seemed quite fond of this vibrant grassland, gently swaying the Eternal Flower it held.

That was hardly surprising. Grass- and flower-type Pokémon were naturally drawn to such environments.

Yan Yang released all his partners from their Poké Balls. In an instant, the tranquil grassland gained a group of imposing visitors, startling the nearby Pokémon into fleeing at once.

Larvitar spun around excitedly on the spot, opening her big mouth to let out an incomprehensible howl. Watching those guys scatter, she was brimming with confidence. They were all scared off by my majesty, weren't they? Hahaha!

This is the vast territory a great king like me deserves! It's far grander than that tiny research institute!

She had already begun planning where to build her "throne."

That Ice Dragon that bullied me before, just wait until I'm strong enough. Then I'll come settle the score with you.

Of all the Pokémon, Pyroar was the most excited.

Coming to the grasslands stirred the wild instincts in his body, making his mane seem even fluffier.

Could returning to his homeland awaken the Lion King bloodline hidden within him and make him a little smarter?

Yan Yang looked over expectantly, only to find that guy's eyes still as clear