The commotion in the sky soon drew the attention of the Pokémon fighting at the bottom of the valley.
As an enormous figure descended, its overwhelming presence made even Jangmo-o and Kangaskhan, the leaders of the two groups, tense up!
"Kanga!"
"Jang!"
After separating the companions behind them, Kangaskhan and Jangmo-o exchanged a glance. At that moment, they actually reached an understanding, choosing to face the sudden intruder together.
"Rock type~!"
With a low growl, Rockruff fearlessly stepped forward as well, standing shoulder to shoulder with Jangmo-o.
"Rock type~!"
"Jang!"
The two little Pokémon nodded to each other, their eyes filled with fighting spirit, then turned toward the enormous figure opposite them.
The dim valley floor fell briefly silent, before two voices suddenly rang out.
"These little guys really are brave!"
"This Rockruff is loyal to his friends, too."
"Just as I thought, huh?"
The boy's and girl's voices carried a hint of amusement.
Seemingly sensing no hostility from the newcomers, Rockruff and Jangmo-o exchanged a glance, while Kangaskhan looked in confusion at the two humans who had appeared before them.
"Jang!"
Jangmo-o took the initiative and stepped forward, letting out a low growl while watching Aerodactyl warily.
Seeing this, Yong smiled and said,
"We're not here to hurt you."
As he spoke, he recalled Aerodactyl, whose presence had put Jangmo-o and the others under immense pressure. Then, brimming with fighting spirit, he pointed at Jangmo-o. Under the Pokémon's puzzled gaze, his arm slowly shifted until he was pointing at Rockruff behind Jangmo-o.
"Rockruff! Let's battle! If I win, become my partner! What do you say?"
"Rock type?"
Jangmo-o and Kangaskhan both looked back.
"Kanga!"
"Jang?"
Rockruff stepped forward, looking a little stunned. Only when he saw that the boy really was looking at him did he understand. With a