Pokemon: Spiritual Master-Chapter 600: Stop Raising Death Flags!

"Teacher, I'm leaving now," N said solemnly to Johan as he climbed onto Zekrom's back.

Although Johan held the title of "teacher," and many people often addressed him as such, those who truly considered themselves Johan's students were actually only Steven, Roxanne, Flannery, Penny, and N who stood before him.

Zekrom gave Johan a "reluctant" look.

What a great "Hero of Ideals" he was...

But as the Dragon of Ideals, it completed what it started. Having acknowledged N and promised to help him realize his ideals, Zekrom couldn't go back on its word or abandon its mission halfway.

However...

[When you're in danger and need me, I will definitely come.]

Zekrom solemnly promised Johan.

Not only because Johan was also someone it acknowledged, but also because of the helping hand he extended this time.

Stop raising death flags...

"Go on, go on," Johan rubbed his forehead.

Hurry up and leave!

Just earlier, when Johan was providing the promised "extra meal" to Darkrai to help everyone recover, he had witnessed Zekrom's appetite.

Though powerful, its food consumption was equally impressive.

Can't afford it, can't afford it...

This model of "free-range" most of the time, then available whenever called, was what he preferred.

Right, Darkrai?

Johan looked toward Darkrai, who was fighting with Gengar and Larvitar over cake, with cream smeared around its mouth.

Noticing his gaze, Darkrai returned a puzzled look.

"Something wrong?"

Taking advantage of Darkrai's distraction, Larvitar unhesitatingly snatched the macaron from Darkrai's hand.

"Yoji!"

Hand it over!

Johan's mouth twitched.

"No, nothing."

Darkrai glared at him irritably, "Don't disturb my 'extra meal' if there's nothing. You made me lose a macaron, you'll have to compensate me later!"

Johan: "..."

I still prefer your once proud and aloof demeanor, Darkrai.

"GARRR——"

Zekrom let out a long cry, flapping its black wings and soaring straight toward the sky.

Stay any longer and I won't get to eat anything!

"Alright, we should head back to Eindoak Town. There are still a few loose ends to tie up there," Johan said.

"Mm."

Cynthia, who was eating a cream cake, licked the cream from her lips and nodded obediently.

As for Rood of the Seven Sages and the other Team Plasma members, they were left in the care of Shauntal and Drayden.

"Armarouge, you can chat with Reshiram later, we need to head back first."

As a legendary Fire/Dragon-type Pokémon, Reshiram's fire abilities were something Armarouge had witnessed firsthand, so naturally it was curious about Reshiram's use of flames.

"Goka."

Armarouge nodded and changed back to its Ceruledge form.

Johan gathered all his little ones, took Cynthia's hand, and once again sat on Reshiram's back.

After saying goodbye to Shauntal and Drayden:

"Destination, Eindoak Town!"

Shauntal watched the white dragon gradually depart, her expression somewhat complex.

During this time, many things had happened in the Unova region. If not for Teacher Johan's help, who knows what kind of chaos would have ensued.

"A hero acknowledged by both the Black and White Dragons... this has never happened in history," Shauntal murmured.

This matter would definitely need to be reported to the League, given its magnitude. The question was how many jaws would drop among those League officials when they learned of this news.

Shauntal bet that, conservatively... 100% of them would be shocked.

This was a foreseeable earthquake in the Unova League leadership meeting.

And how to thank Teacher Johan would surely be a troublesome matter.

Shauntal's suggestion was to find someone who had a good relationship with Teacher Johan and ask what he lacked or needed.

On the way back to Eindoak Town, Johan asked Reshiram what it planned to do next.

Reshiram expressed that, as the "Hero of Truth" it acknowledged, Johan's goals were its direction.

Johan's answer was simple and very truthful.

Make money.

Reshiram wanted to say... do you have to be so honest, bro?

It could help with other things, but making money... Reshiram really didn't know how.

Should it perform in a circus?

Then Reshiram tentatively asked if it should just stay and sleep in Eindoak Town.

Johan immediately declared that was the correct password—no, the correct answer!

Certainly.

Having Reshiram follow him would be quite impressive, after all, who wouldn't want a legendary Pokémon?

But considering the practical situation, if Reshiram followed him back to Hoenn...

Rayquaza would probably grow restless, and even the sleeping Hoenn duo might awaken prematurely.

If they went to Sinnoh...

The earlier "common hatred" of the Dragons of Truth and Ideals when facing Giratina was proof that Sinnoh wasn't Reshiram's territory either, and could easily cause unnecessary conflicts.

So, Reshiram staying in Eindoak Town in Unova might be the more appropriate choice.

However, when facing danger and needing to form a large team in the future, he had one more ally he could call on, which was quite nice.

Moreover, Reshiram and Zekrom were different from entities like Rayquaza or Giratina, where summoning them carried certain risks or responsibilities.

Their relationship was more like that between Mewtwo and Johan, or Darkrai and Johan.

"Why am I suddenly looking forward to meeting Hoopa...?"

Riding Reshiram, accompanied by Cynthia and Victini, Johan returned to Eindoak Town.

When they saw Johan and the others safely return, the "People of the Earth" led by Juanita immediately came forward to express their gratitude and also breathed sighs of relief.

Although Eindoak Town wasn't very close to Giant Chasm, the disturbance at Giant Chasm was so great that even Eindoak Town could feel it, inevitably causing concern.

Moreover.

Johan had helped Eindoak Town and the People of the Earth solve the problem of the Dragon Pulse's disturbance, which made him worthy of their gratitude.

"Victini's seal has been removed, and about the Dragon Pulse... Teacher Johan, please forgive my ignorance," Damon expressed his sincere apologies.

He had previously insisted on using Victini's power to solve the problem, but now it seemed... he was truly ignorant, not realizing how amazing Teacher Johan was.

"Just the three Forces of Nature" - this phrase was deeply etched in Damon's heart.

Johan patted Damon's shoulder. Although he still didn't particularly like this person... at least his attitude in admitting his mistake was decent.

"Pokémon are willing to help humans, but that's not a reason for humans to endlessly take from Pokémon."

Juanita and the others exchanged glances, while Damon appeared even more ashamed.

Returning evil for good - his thinking was indeed wrong.

"Victini, we're sorry!" The People of the Earth, led by Juanita, expressed their apologies to Victini.

"Nii-mi?"

Victini sat on Johan's head, one hand gripping his hair, the other holding a macaron. Faced with everyone's apologies, it was momentarily stunned.

What were they doing? Why were they apologizing?

Victini's bewilderment only deepened the People of the Earth's remorse.

"Yoji!!"

As Victini's "big brother," Larvitar stepped forward and waved its hand magnanimously.

Apologies need to be sincere!

Juanita and the mayor understood immediately, and hurriedly smiled, "We'll prepare right away!"

The celebration had been interrupted by the Dragon Pulse's disturbance, but they had prepared plenty of things for it.

"Yoji?" Larvitar raised its eyebrows at Gengar.

How's my 'big brother' act?

"Ka-kaah~~"

As the big big brother, Gengar gave Larvitar a thumbs-up.

After the Eindoak Town residents dispersed, Johan turned to Officer Jenny and the League staff, who had the Team Plasma members Ghetsis and Colress under control.

Noticing Johan's gaze, Ghetsis's scattered eyes suddenly jolted, and his body frantically shrank back as he yelled:

"Quick! Arrest me! Arrest me now!"

Colress also didn't dare to meet Johan's eyes.

Judging by their reactions, they probably wouldn't dare cause trouble again.

Perhaps they would never want to come out again.

"N, this is all your teacher can do for you..." Johan sighed inwardly.

Whether you can gather the remaining forces of Team Plasma and to what extent you can realize your ideals will depend on yourself.

"Teacher Johan, shall we be going?" Officer Jenny asked.

"Thank you for your hard work," Johan said warmly.

"It's—it's no trouble!"

Officer Jenny's cheeks flushed slightly as she straightened up and called out.

Damn, the sisters in the chat group never mentioned that Teacher Johan could be so gentle...

"By the way, where's Flint?" Johan suddenly asked, looking around.

Caitlin, who had already linked arms with Cynthia, wrinkled her nose and said:

"He should be... on his way to Giant Chasm, I suppose?"

Johan paused, then finally squeezed out a word.

"Six."

Under the night sky, Eindoak Town lit blazing bonfires that dyed the night sky crimson.

The residents of Eindoak Town, the People of the Earth, tourists who came for the celebration, trainers, and their Pokémon all danced and sang around the bonfire.

Johan sat in a corner with piles of delicious food laid out before him. His Pokémon, including Victini, Darkrai, and Reshiram, were all feasting heartily.

Although these foods weren't as good as what Johan could make, they made up for it in quantity and nutritional value.

"Melo!! (>ω<)"

Meloetta hugged Johan and sobbed loudly. Beside it, Carlita, dressed in ancient attire, looked embarrassed.

Behind him, the Forces of Nature—Tornadus, Thundurus, and Landorus—hung their heads, looking wilted.

Being controlled by Colress's devices to draw power from the Dragon Pulse and fighting against Reshiram and Darkrai had left them in very poor condition.

But now they were behaving themselves, especially with Meloetta watching over them and the occasional glances from Darkrai and Reshiram.

"There, there, don't cry anymore. If you keep crying, you won't look pretty."

Johan embraced Meloetta and comforted it with a smile.

Because of the Forces of Nature, Meloetta, as the only being that could influence their emotions, had to accompany Carlita to take them back.

So it was full of reluctance, deep reluctance toward Johan.

During their time together, it had grown accustomed to sitting on Johan's shoulder, singing BGM every day, and enjoying delicious snacks in a carefree life.

"Be good. After you complete this mission, you can come play with me anytime."

"Me-Melo?"

Only upon hearing this did Meloetta stop crying and look at him with tear-filled eyes.

Really?

Johan looked at Meloetta's guardian, Carlita of the ancient tribe.

Noticing Johan's gaze, Carlita smiled awkwardly and nodded, saying:

"Meloetta, don't run off by yourself. Once you've calmed the Forces of Nature, tell me and I'll take you to find Teacher Johan."

After all, once they dealt with the Forces of Nature, Teacher Johan might not even be in Unova anymore.

However, this Victini incident in Eindoak Town had deeply affected Carlita.

The People of the Earth had taken Victini's power, and their ancient tribe who guarded the undersea temple and the Forces of Nature, weren't they also "imprisoning" Meloetta?

Pokémon are willing to lend their power to humans, but that's not a reason for humans to restrict their freedom.

"Melo!!"

Getting a positive response, Meloetta immediately called out happily.

"Ka-kaah~~"

Gengar stealthily floated to Meloetta's side, nudged it with an elbow, rolled its tongue, and pulled out a phone, stuffing it into Meloetta's hands.

"Melo?"

Seeing the phone, Meloetta's eyes immediately lit up.

Following Johan for so many days, it had learned how to use a phone.

Gengar made a calling gesture by its ear.

"Ka-kaah~Ka-kaah~~"

We can discuss singing techniques more in the future.

"Melo! Melo!"

Meloetta nodded repeatedly.

"Gengar, where did you get that phone?" Johan looked suspicious.

"Ka-kaah~~"

Gengar pursed its lips, whistled, and floated away, pretending not to have heard Johan's question.

Johan shook his head.

This Gengar...

"Meloetta, next time you come to play, I'll introduce you to a new friend."

Johan had already imagined it.

Meloetta, Gengar, Jigglypuff, and Meowth—these "Four Heavenly Kings" could form a group and debut.

The group could be called the "You Win If You Can Listen to One Song" ensemble.

Hmm, it would probably sell well in the sleep aid market.

Probably even legendary Pokémon wouldn't be able to withstand it.

Of course, provided they didn't use Perish Song.

"Melo~~"

Meloetta's mood had completely recovered. It hugged Johan's head, gently rubbing its cheek against his.

"Nii-mi~~"

Victini on Johan's head imitated the gesture, gripping his hair and nuzzling, instantly giving Johan's hair a bird's nest look.

Darkrai sat in the shadow of a corner, savoring the Poké Puffs that Johan had promised as the "extra meal."

Pinching one and popping it into its mouth, it nodded with satisfaction.

Mm, perfect flavor, getting pumped!

It looked at Johan being hugged by Victini and Meloetta and slightly nodded.

Truth be told.

Setting aside his trouble-making ability, this guy was quite popular.

Scanning the dozen or so boxes of Poké Puffs on the ground, Darkrai revealed a satisfied smile.

Johan was still "on point." The "super bonus" from winning wasn't just not less; it was actually more. Not bad, not bad~~

"Hmm? Did I miscount just now?" Johan showed a thoughtful expression.

"I'm leaving!"

Darkrai disappeared in a swirl of black mist, and all the Poké Puffs on the ground vanished with it.

Seeing this, Johan smiled.

Darkrai had put in a lot of effort this time, so giving it more was intentional.

Otherwise, how would he call on it next time?

After Darkrai left, Meloetta also reluctantly departed with Carlita, and then Reshiram, exhausted, expressed that it wanted to rest.

Even with top-tier support from Victini, today's battles had taken a significant toll.

[I'll go rest for a while.]

"Alright," Johan nodded.

This rest might last for some time, but Reshiram solemnly promised:

[Whenever you need me, I will come at the fastest speed!]

This was Reshiram's guarantee to those it acknowledged.

Johan looked up at the sky.

How many death flags are you all going to raise today before you're satisfied?

"Nii-mi?"

Victini blinked its eyes twice.

Why did everyone leave?

"What about you, little one? Any plans?" Johan gave Victini a macaron.

Crunch—crunch—

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