"No, you can't fight anymore." Liu Qing shook his head, took a Potion from his backpack, and walked over to Lucario to offer it. "This is a Potion. It can heal your injuries to some extent and help you regain your strength."
Seeing Lucario looking at him in confusion, Liu Qing continued, "Since you're so eager to learn about Aaron, I'll take you to see for yourself first. Once you know the truth, you can decide whether you want to follow me."
Lucario listened and stared into Liu Qing's eyes, then silently swallowed the Potion he was holding. Once the injuries had healed a little, Lucario stood up again and looked at Liu Qing expectantly.
"You haven't fully recovered yet. Ride Salamence with me." Liu Qing could more or less guess what Lucario was thinking.
Stubborn as Lucario was, standing was already a struggle in that condition, and running was certainly out of the question. With Liu Qing's help, Lucario climbed onto Salamence's back, and they flew toward the World Tree.
By the time they reached the World Tree, Lucario had recovered considerably and could at least walk without difficulty. Following Liu Qing through one passage after another, Lucario arrived at the entrance to a cavern.
"Lucario, you know how to use a Time Flower, right?" Liu Qing turned to ask. When Lucario nodded, he continued, "Then go on in. The truth you're looking for is inside."
Lucario began to tremble and stepped slowly into the cavern. This was Lucario's final chance to spend time with Aaron, so Liu Qing did not want to intrude. He leaned against the wall and waited quietly. After a long while, Lucario finally emerged, tears still lingering at the corners of those eyes. Looking at Liu Qing, Lucario said, "Thank you for letting me