69novels Chapter 262 So you're a strongman too
Chapter 262 So you're a strongman too
Chapter 262 So You're a Warrior Too (Part 2)
"That's right, that's exactly the kind of boss we've successfully negotiated with!"
"Now that the Broadstar Corporation across the street has agreed to sell its airship business, this mission was a great success, meow!"
Looking at the trio on the phone screen who were boasting about their achievements, Xiao Zhi nodded and praised them a few times, which was rare for him.
It is now the third day since Ash and Misty left Snow Mountain, and they continue their journey along the mountain range toward their next destination.
Fortunately, the rest of the journey was on the leeward side of the mountain, which was barren and without any forest due to the lack of rainfall.
The roadside was quite desolate, but that's why Ash and his friends didn't get lost and successfully followed the planned route to the Pokémon Center to rest.
Upon arriving at the center, Ash received a call from Kojiro and the other two.
"This acquisition will definitely give our Groudon Aerial Logistics Company a strong boost in market dominance!" Kojiro was very proud of the deal he had personally negotiated.
However, the amount they were asking for in the acquisition seemed a bit too much, which made Sundae a little angry.
"These are all important funds for Ash Ketchum to rule Kanto and even the world in the future. How can we waste them like this!" said Sundae.
This young lady with her amazing little brain seems to have been thinking about Ash's power strategy ever since she saw it.
It's becoming increasingly clear that Ash really intends to make breakfast based on the Crimson Group someday in the future.
It made her incredibly excited.
"This young lady is meant to participate in fun things like this!"
They even ingeniously added a pledge of allegiance to the company's training manual.
Sundae was particularly looking forward to seeing her father's true colors after Ash achieved his ultimate ambition with her help.
Ash: I really didn't!
He just wanted to be a Pokémon Master.
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Ash had criticized Sundae for this before, but she didn't expect that Ash thought she was annoyed that she was doing it too conspicuously.
They immediately understood and went underground, beginning a low-key and patient strategy of gradual encroachment.
Furthermore, with the deliberate indulgence of Rika, the ruler of Rainbow City, the largest city in the vicinity, a large area around Dark City has almost been turned into a country within a country in the Kanto region by her.
Although Rika appears to be just a pretty girl with the demeanor of a Yamato Nadeshiko, she is actually a woman bursting with ambition inside.
Regardless of whether Ash thinks that way or not, his most "loyal" Starmare, Sundae, is already very seriously working towards this goal.
This put a lot of pressure on Xiaozhi.
"It's alright, I've looked at this plan. Just getting access to their transit centers throughout the Johto region is a pretty good deal."
"Not to mention, we can also take over several well-developed routes. I will personally talk to Sundae about it later."
Ash believes that spending any amount of money is worthwhile, all for those bird-like Pokémon.
After calming Kojiro and the others down, Satoshi was about to hang up the phone when, unexpectedly, Kojiro and the others suddenly leaned their heads closer.
"Boss, there's actually something else I need you to do."
"What is it?"
"After this acquisition, the famous luxury spaceship Mandebreu will end its journey around the world."
"We will fly back to the airship headquarters in the Johto region for a temporary rest, after which a lavish banquet will be held to celebrate."
"Meow, they also extended a grand invitation to the chairman of the Crimson Group to attend a banquet and meet with the person in charge of Kuoxing Company for the final signing ceremony."
"The dinner itinerary involves a flight from the airship headquarters to Asagi City. What do you think, Boss?"
The three rubbed their hands together, waiting for Ash's reply.
The Mandebreu, touted as the world's most luxurious airship, seems to be the only profitable project in the opposing airship division.
This one spaceship cost Xiaozhi an extra 100 million, it's impossible for him not to feel bad about it.
"We also need to check the condition of the spaceship, and the destination is Asagi City—" Ash thought to himself, "Perfect timing."
"No problem, I'll participate!"
"Okay, boss. The spaceship is expected to arrive in three days. We'll be waiting for you at the flight headquarters."
After hanging up the phone, Ash quickly returned to his room at the Pokémon Center and asked Misty for a map.
"What did you just say?"
"It's Kojiro and the others. Their proposed acquisition plan for the 'Hot Dreams to the Sky No. 1' spaceship has been completed."
I'm speechless at Kojiro and the others' naming taste, since he himself isn't much better at naming things. Ash just took out a pen and drew a route on the map.
"They still can't forget about the spaceship."
"But there's good news, Xiaoxia: we don't have to walk to our destination anymore."
"After passing through one more town, we can head to the spaceship headquarters to board a luxury spaceship and fly directly to Asagi City, the location of the nearest gym."
That's right, Geyser City is the closest city to Ecruteak City to have a Gym.
After Ash and his friends challenged the Ecruteak Gym, the reason they planned to go to Celadon City first was...
Ash only learned from Matsu that the Gym Leader of Asahi City, Amy, was on vacation due to some matters.
The gym has been closed, which is why I chose to go to Cyan City first when planning my route.
Ash usually chooses to travel in a down-to-earth manner mainly so that he can meet more Pokémon along the way.
And to train their partners.
But the next long stretch is all mountain road, and there are basically no wild Pokémon living there.
Walking would be pure torture, and since Ash isn't a masochist, he chose to take the airship directly.
"And it's the Mandebreu, the ship that flies around the world, known as a five-star restaurant in the sky, Xia!"
Xiaoxia was overjoyed when she heard that she wouldn't have to walk anymore.
"That's great! Ash's blockhead has finally seen the light and he doesn't have to suffer anymore!"
Having endured wind and rain in desolate areas along the way, Xiaoxia was almost nauseous and didn't want to continue.
Therefore, Xiaozhi's suggestion was exactly what Xiaoxia wanted.
"Then what are we waiting for? Let's get going!"
Not wanting to stay a moment longer, Xiaoxia was even more eager than Xiaozhi this time.
After quickly packing their luggage, they took Ash's hand and left the Pokémon Center, heading towards the next town.
"Sigh, won't you rest a little longer?"
Xiaoxia only came to the Pokémon Center because she said she was tired.
Meanwhile, in the city of Miare in Carlos, Saki was also boarding a plane with Serena.
"Wow, is this the famous Mandelbrot?"
Serena, who was visiting such a scene for the first time, was very curious about everything.
"I never expected Mom to be so generous this time, taking a luxury spaceship to the capital."
"This plane ticket was also a gift from the event organizers."
Seeing her daughter so happy, Sachi also smiled with joy.
"How about it, Serena? If you become a famous armored rhinoceros rider like your mother, you can also be invited to ride in a luxury spaceship."
"Hey, then I don't want it."
"You little rascal."
After traveling for a long time in the frozen world, Ash and his friends finally arrived at the next town.
The latter half of the mountain range is indeed quite desolate, with only the Pokémon Center where Ash and his friends stayed and the town ahead.
However, it is a rare place with a good environment in this area, and it is also the only town, so it is quite prosperous.
"But why is this town called Warrior Town?" Ash's mind was filled with thoughts of "Oh darling~, so you're a warrior too!" as soon as he arrived.
As they walked, Xiao Zhi was surprised to find someone actually wrestling.
The crackling and popping sounds startled Ash, who quickly and quietly approached the courtyard from which the sounds were coming.
It turned out to be a blue Garchomp, locked in a passionate struggle with a Nidoking.
"Oh Flower Q~, New Nippori↑Patchouli!"
"Red↑your Ace, ah↑van game!"
Of course, Pokémon don't actually make those sounds, but those sound effects have already started playing in Ash's mind.
With a powerful flick, the crocodile easily flung Nidoking out of the circle drawn on the ground, rendering it unable to fight.
Then, as soon as Nidoking was thrown to the ground, his next opponent immediately took his place at the command of an old man in the courtyard.
Heracross, Bluehorn, and Machamp—these are all Pokémon known for their strength.
Commanding the Mighty Crocodile was a muscular man wearing an orange t-shirt, and all the opponents were easily defeated by the Mighty Crocodile's fierce attacks.
"This crocodile is amazing! It's fought so many battles without even breaking a sweat."
Misty really wants one of these powerful Water-type Pokémon!
Although her Squirtle recently evolved into Wartortle in a battle against Ash's apprentice, it still lost in the end.
Xiaoxia now wants her Wartortle to evolve further and become a powerful Pokémon like this Feraligatr.
"This Feraligatr has pretty impressive muscles," Ash thought, quite impressed.
At this moment, the burly man who was training in the field also noticed Xiao Zhi and his friends at the door.
"Um, you two are—"
The muscular man was a warm and hospitable person, and invited Xiaozhi and his friends into his house for tea.
"I see. You're trainers who just happened to be passing by and are challenging the Chengdu League."
After Xiaozhi and his friends finished introducing themselves, the burly man immediately introduced himself to them.
"Hello, I am Raiden, the trainer of Feraligatr and the owner of this Pokémon Sumo Gym."
"And the old man next to him is Mr. Shonosuke, the chairman of the Pokémon Sumo Association."
"Chairman!" Xiaoxia exclaimed in surprise.
Chairpersons of Pokémon associations are usually respected elders in society.
I never expected to run into him in such an inconspicuous place.
"It's just a title." The old man's smile was very kind, telling Xiaoxia not to worry about it.
"I'm so sorry to have interrupted your training."
After all, he had come here on his own, his mind filled with philosophical wrestling, and he felt a little embarrassed.
"No, that's not true. Mighty Crocodile, keep training."
He laughed heartily, completely unconcerned about such things.
Upon hearing the command, the powerful crocodile immediately went to a large wooden pillar in the center of the courtyard and began to practice pushing and shoving.
Ash glanced at the Feraligatr over there and became interested, so he immediately released the Blue Feraligatr.
"Look at Blue Crocodile, this is what your final evolution looks like."
The blue crocodile hasn't changed its habits from when it was a baby saw-crocodile; it happily started tap dancing as soon as it appeared.
"Oh, your Kroos is quite well-trained." As a trainer who had trained Kroos, Raiden could see that Ash's Kroos was no ordinary creature.
A typical Krookodile is only about 1.2 meters tall and weighs less than 30 kilograms, but Ash's Krookodile is a full 1.4 meters tall and weighs 60 kilograms.
He's a big guy with a lot of muscles.
Upon seeing the powerful crocodile, the blue crocodile immediately ran excitedly to its side and began to dance a joyful tap dance.
Unexpectedly, the blue crocodile suddenly began to emit a dazzling white light, and its body rose again in the light.
"evolution!"
Ash's Crocodile has already accumulated enough experience; it just lacks an opportunity to evolve.
But he didn't expect that it would be the crocodile showing the blue crocodile the evolution.
Soon, a ferocious blue crocodile appeared in front of Ash and his friends.
[Ding! Mighty Crocodile: Affection +2; Intimacy +2]
"Oh dear, oh dear!"
After evolving, Ash's Feraligatr became even larger, reaching a height of 2.6 meters.
Its excited roar drew an interested look from the mighty crocodile.
At this moment, the palm of the Thunder Crocodile struck the wooden stake, causing a sound as if the entire earth was trembling.
"This move is like an earthquake!"
"Haha, Ash, you're such an excellent trainer!"
Raiden was surprised that Ash recognized him so quickly.
"That's right, this is the prelude to unleashing an earthquake, but this is a residential area, so the crocodile won't actually do it."
"The earthquake is a special move that I learned during sumo training with Mighty Crocodile, and I usually teach it to my students."
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"Really? Then could Mr. Thunder teach my Mighty Crocodile how to perform earthquakes?"
It turns out it's a self-taught skill. It seems that Thunder is one of those skills hidden in the various corners of the Pokémon world, possessed by legendary masters.
Earthquake is a powerful Ground-type move with a wide range of applications, so Ash naturally wouldn't miss it.
"Of course, but I have a condition, Ash."
"I would like to invite you to bring your Mighty Crocodile to have sumo training with my Mighty Crocodile."
Unexpectedly, Raiden made such a request. Seeing Ash's confusion, Shonosuke helped explain.
"Ash, you guys actually came at a very good time. Tomorrow is the day of the Pokémon Sumo Tournament."
"The training that Raiden and his Mighty Crocodile were doing just now was in preparation for tomorrow's big match."
"Excuse me, what is Pokémon sumo?"
"That's a competition where special moves like water guns and flames are prohibited; it's all about hand-to-hand combat."
Seeing his interest, Lei Dian happily explained it to him.
"Fighting each other bare-handed"—Ash often does this, and he doesn't even ban skills.
Although it was a bare-handed battle between him and his Pokémon.
"These restrictions allow for cooperation and interaction between Pokémon and trainers, creating a new and very interesting way to battle."
"Thunderbolt and Mighty Crocodile are considered the team most likely to win the championship this year."
"Ash, your Feraligatr looks incredibly strong, which is why I'd like to ask you to give my Feraligatr some special training."
The previous opponents were too weak for Raiden and Feraligatr, and Ash's appearance solved their immediate problem.
"Can the trainer participate?"
"Ah, trainer, I'm afraid this won't work."
Shonosuke was completely stumped by Satoshi's question and quickly took out a handkerchief to wipe away his cold sweat.
"It's a bit of a shame that the trainers can't participate, but it sounds interesting."
"Okay, I agree, but I also want to participate in tomorrow's competition."
Anyway, the airship won't arrive until at least the day after tomorrow, so there's nothing for Ash to do if he goes early.
Instead, why not participate in this kind of intense competition where real men's muscles and sweat collide and blend together?
Ash was starting to get excited about the sound of muscles colliding.
"Mr. Shonosuke, I would like to sign up for the competition."
"We welcome all powerful Pokémon to participate, and registration is open at the Pokémon Center until noon today."
[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have triggered a new quest, "The King of Wrestling in the Locker Room" (This is sumo wrestling, for crying out loud!)]
Use your powerful muscles to defeat all your opponents!
[Rewards: Alliance Coins +4000; Attack +1; Stamina +1; Free Attribute Points +2]
Because Pokémon sumo tournaments require Pokémon to weigh at least 80 kilograms, Pikachu and its friends cannot participate.
"Since that's the case, let's not choose any other Pokémon. It'll be you, Feraligatr! Let's become real men in the locker room together!"
Although he didn't quite understand why a changing room was there, Crocodile happily agreed out of trust in Ash.
Ash then immediately took Feraligatr and rushed to the Pokémon Center to register.
"Sigh, really."
Seeing Ash's enthusiasm, Misty could only go to town to replenish her supplies first.
Soon, while learning and battling against Raiden, it was time for the official match the next day.
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