At the very center of Roar of Time, Celebi and the other Pokémon, who had been the first to take the impact, were now resisting with every ounce of their strength.
"Lahwaa-"
"Wheee-"
The two Celebi gritted their teeth, dazzling emerald light blooming from their hands as they released barriers to protect everyone.
"Woo-oh!" Riolu used Aura, sharing as much of Celebi's burden as possible.
Dusknoir also shielded the Seven Sableye behind him, using Protect to resist the impact as best he could.
"Mewoo!" Although Ampharos's Cotton Guard could withstand physical attacks, it was not particularly effective against special attacks like this.
Just as everyone was struggling to hold on, they suddenly heard a call from behind that instantly put them at ease.
"Everyone!"
They looked back, and sure enough, Tong Hua had come running with the companions from the Ranch.
"Woo-oh!" "Ama!" "Gameh!" "Worm!"
Lucario, Steenee, Grotle, and Orthworm charged at the front, using Aura and their own bodies respectively to build a defensive line for Celebi and the others.
"You lot! Were you planning to leave without saying goodbye?"
Tong Hua also released a barrier with his Aura to resist the attack, wearing a helpless yet warm smile.
"Guh, sorry-" Grovyle closed his eyes, unable to look Tong Hua or the other companions in the eye.
"We just didn't want to drag you into this-"
Hearing this, Tong Hua shook his head. "What are you talking about? Aren't we companions?
I even prepared some snacks for you to take back and eat."
"Lahwaa!" Hearing those words, Pink Celebi shed tears of emotion.
Meanwhile, the long-lasting Roar of Time finally weakened a little.
Dark Dialga's frenzied shout came from the other end of the spacetime passage.
"Hand over! The Time Gears!"
Fortunately, he could not descend directly into this