Chapter 383: Heart-to-heart Talk
Mega Evolution couldn't be kept a secret.
The moment the first battle involving Mega Evolution occurred,
This news would spread like wildfire!
Therefore,
Hikaru didn't hesitate to explain the existence of Mega Evolution on the spot.
In the contestants' area, a Rotom was filming everything. Now, seeing everyone gathered around Hikaru, it also flew over.
And so,
Under its witness,
Hikaru explained some relevant points about Mega Evolution, "It's a change that occurs when certain Pokémon and their trainers' hearts and minds are linked, their bond reaches a certain level, and it's facilitated by a Key Stone and a Mega Stone."
"After Mega Evolution, their strength and base stats will undergo a qualitative change, just like my Lucario..."
"As for what other Pokémon can Mega Evolve, that's not something I would know...."
Hikaru's eloquent explanation made the expressions of the few Sakura Country trainers who had gathered around turn increasingly ugly.
What was their purpose in coming here?
To promote the effects of the Compulsory Training Device and open up the Huaxia market.
But now...
Hikaru's "Mega Evolution," and all its theories, directly contradicted their promotion.
Moreover.
In terms of strength, he had also defeated one of their trainers...
If this continued.
All their efforts would come to nothing.
Watching Hikaru, standing in the light and drawing gasps of amazement, Watanabe Sanetake's fists clenched so tight they turned white.
Such long-term planning, yet it seemed so pale in front of this Huaxia trainer.
This anger made his breathing heavy.
He said resentfully in an extremely suppressed voice, "Just you wait! This time's champion... will definitely be from our Sakura Country! By then, you will all know the power of the Compulsory Training Device!"
"Let's go!"
...
"Alright, alright, that's all I know for now. Regarding Mega Evolution, I believe that with the efforts of experts in related fields in Huaxia, news will be out soon."
Hikaru waved his hand, having said all he could. He glanced out of the corner of his eye towards the exit of the contestants' area.
Those few Sakura Country trainers had left.
However, their parting words.
Did make Hikaru take note.
That Watanabe Sanetake had not given up on his obsession.
And the surrounding contestants, after hearing Hikaru's explanation, all sighed with emotion.
"Looks like this year's championship is really up for grabs!"
"I originally thought it would definitely be a contest between Pan Shanyu and Liu Xuan! I didn't expect a few Sakura Country trainers to emerge midway."
"Now, there's another dark horse, Hikaru. Mega Evolution, huh... Listening to his tone, it seems it's not just Lucario that can Mega Evolve... I can't believe how many Pokémon he has that can Mega Evolve..."
"So envious... Is this the benefit of being a senior researcher? Being able to know and use such research results in advance. But it's good, at least it can deal a blow to those Sakura Country trainers!"
...
The discussions gradually died down, and the match below also had a result.
The two girls were acquaintances and were very familiar with each other's Pokémon, so the battle was fought very intensely.
But in the end, Sakura (Ye Ming Shuang), with the boost from her Dragon Tamer power, had a slight edge.
The competition continued.
Hikaru hadn't even had a chance to sit down properly before Sakura (Xiao Ye) pulled him aside.
There had been too many people around Hikaru earlier, so Sakura (Xiao Ye) couldn't easily approach him.
Now that things had quieted down a bit, she immediately sought him out.
Hikaru could roughly guess what she wanted to ask, so he said, "Be good. I'll tell you when we get back. I've already prepared it for you."
Regarding Mega Evolution, he had long since paved the way for Sakura (Xiao Ye).
"Hmm?"
Sakura (Xiao Ye) was momentarily stunned; she just wanted to stay by Hikaru's side.
But feeling the large hand gently stroking her head, she didn't say anything more.
Only her cheeks flushed slightly as she replied, "Mhm...."
When there were good things, Hikaru never forgot her.
Just like when she had good things, she never forgot Hikaru either.
The two of them had grown up supporting each other.
Just as Hikaru and Sakura (Xiao Ye) sat down, a shadow fell before them.
Long, smooth, straight purple hair, and a cold, beautiful face.
Undoubtedly, it was Mu Wanqing.
However, her expression at this moment was somewhat complex, "Hikaru, can we talk outside? Someone is looking for you."
Hikaru instantly knew it was Latios looking for its sister, so he nodded, "Okay."
This time,
It couldn't stop Latias from staying by his side anymore, could it?
"Bro..."
Beside him, Sakura (Xiao Ye) let out a helpless whimper.
"A friend, I'll be back in a bit..."
Hikaru explained softly, then followed Mu Wanqing towards the lounge.
Only Sakura (Xiao Ye) was left in the contestants' area, pouting, finally sighing.
"How does Bro know a friend from the Mu family... and she's so pretty..."
...
...
It was currently match time, so the lounge was empty.
After Hikaru used his Aura power to sense the surroundings, he released Latias.
And Mu Wanqing, in front of him, also released Latios.
"Nngh?"
Because they were in human territory.
Both Pokémon, without prior agreement, transformed into human forms.
Hikaru spoke first, "Why don't you two talk first?"
Latios nodded, then gratefully nodded to Hikaru, "Thank you..."
"Big Bro..."
Latias, seeing Latios, pouted and called out, then looked at Hikaru. After receiving a nod from him, she went aside with Latios.
Thus, Hikaru and Mu Wanqing were left in the room.
Hikaru leaned casually against the lounge railing, planning to wait there for Latias to return.
If their previous agreement held true,
Latios should be able to see,
Latias's strength was recovering much faster than its own.
The current Latios was only level 50.
While he was pondering.
A fragrant breeze wafted by, and a pretty and graceful figure appeared beside him.
Hikaru turned around, leaning his back against the railing.
"Talk?"
"Mhm..."
Hikaru nodded.
His impression of Mu Wanqing was neither good nor bad.
But her unique personality had left a rather deep impression on him.
A gentle breeze blew past. Mu Wanqing tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, "Can you tell me about Pokémon?"
Hikaru asked doubtfully, "Pokémon? What aspect?"
"Just... how you get along with your Pokémon." Mu Wanqing's face showed a hint of bewilderment. "Latios refused to become my Pokémon. Although I treat it very well, I always feel there's a sense of distance between us. This feeling isn't just with Latios; apart from Gardevoir, I feel this way with my other Pokémon too..."
"Get along?"
Hikaru looked at the psychic girl before him.
It wasn't easy to see such confusion on someone as emotionally stable as her.
But Hikaru was more curious: why would she approach him for a heart-to-heart talk about such a private topic?
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