Zhe Si nearly burst out laughing. He had never expected things to go so smoothly. Thanks to that fool Faba drawing everyone's attention, he had been able to direct Pheromosa to set the trap.
He hated to lose the research equipment here, but he would have to destroy it all after leaving to avoid leaving evidence. The data was backed up, so he could continue his research when he returned to the Galar Region. At worst, it would take more time.
"So please stay right where you are. Otherwise, I'm sure you wouldn't want to see what happens to this young lady."
Zhe Si snapped his fingers. Pheromosa's sharp claw sliced off a lock of Lillie's hair. Its pheromones had also captivated the others, leaving them barely able to control the heat coursing through their bodies and stay alert.
Mingyou remained calm. Once Faba had said the Beast Balls were complete, he had known they must have other Ultra Beasts with them. Pheromosa was probably not the only one here.
A quick look around gave him a rough idea of the situation. He raised an arm, signaling Latias, who was closest to Lillie, to attack. As if a charm like that could work on them.
"Go!"
"Wuwu!"
Latias glowed all over. She could hold back no longer and was about to return to her true form. She would not let anyone bully her best friend like this.
But before she could transform, Pheromosa was suddenly struck hard and sent flying. Ogerpon reacted at once, pulled out her Ivy Cudgel, and swung at it like a baseball.
"Wumu!"
A home run!
"Wh-what?!"
Zhe Si turned to see that Gladion had arrived without him noticing. Gladion stared coldly at him, while Silvally caught Lillie on its back as she fell.
Seeing someone