When Mew heard that Chen Shi wanted to complete the ritual first, it naturally raised both paws in agreement.
It immediately led the three of them inside the World Tree, then flew over to its inner wall. Pressing both paws against the tree, it closed its eyes and sent wave after wave of Psychic power rippling into the World Tree.
Outside, Mew's Psychic power spread from the World Tree in every direction throughout the Mystery Realm.
The Pokémon living there seemed to understand something. They put aside what they were doing and headed toward the World Tree in groups.
Inside the World Tree, a beam of green light descended from above, shining down on Chen Shi.
Beneath his feet, branches grew rapidly and wove together in layer upon layer, slowly lifting Chen Shi while forming a high-backed chair that glowed green.
Just as Chen Shi was wondering what was happening, a slender branch suddenly pierced his fingertip and slipped into the wound.
Despite that, Chen Shi felt no pain. Instead, an indescribable sense of comfort washed over him.
It was as though both his body and his mind had been purified.
Meanwhile, all sorts of Pokémon had gathered outside the World Tree. They made no noise, merely standing quietly in place.
At a certain moment, the World Tree suddenly trembled slightly, as though waking from slumber.
Then emerald-green light spread from its roots, rippling outward and gently enveloping every Pokémon nearby.
Just as the light reached its brightest, the Pokémon suddenly began to move. Around the World Tree, they performed a mysterious, ancient dance.
"Heave-ho, heave-ho, heave-ho~"
"Heave-ho, heave-ho, heave-ho~"
Their voices started out soft, then gradually grew louder.
Eventually, they even carried through the World Tree and reached its interior.
Steven and Cynthia dared not disturb them. They stood