Seeing the incoming Dragon Pulse attack, Venusaur didn’t choose to dodge. Instead, it planted its feet firmly on the ground, gathering all the natural power within its body.

Under everyone’s witness, emerald natural power covered Venusaur’s entire body. The natural power even spread to the surrounding environment, causing the withered plants on Turtle Island to instantly burst with new vitality.

Countless petals floated around Venusaur’s body. Under Venusaur’s control, the petals formed a fierce storm that swept forward. It was using Petal Blizzard.

The petal storm and the purple energy dragon collided violently in the center of the field. After a brief standoff, the collision ended with Venusaur’s slight victory.

The remaining petal storm continued toward Blastoise, but by this time, both Pokémon had nearly exhausted their stamina and could no longer continue this high-intensity battle.

Blastoise panted heavily, looking with admiration at Venusaur, who was also breathing hard. As fellow king-level Pokémon, Blastoise had to acknowledge Venusaur’s strength.

‘You are an excellent opponent. I look forward to the day we can fight again!’

‘If that day comes, I will definitely not lose to you again!’

After the two Pokémon expressed their mutual respect, they both canceled their Mega Evolution forms and returned to their original appearances.

Due to the battle’s toll, both Pokémon collapsed to the ground almost simultaneously. Fortunately, Red immediately used his Viridian Power to heal both Pokémon’s injuries.

The emerald Viridian Power emanated from Red’s body, covering both Venusaur and Blastoise, gradually restoring their stamina and healing their wounds.

“So this is the Viridian Power…” Blastoise murmured, feeling the pure natural energy restoring its body. It looked at Red with eyes full of admiration and gratitude.

“How about it, Blastoise? Are you willing to become my companion and explore the vast outside world together?” Red extended his right hand toward Blastoise, formally inviting it to join his team.

“Blast!”

Blastoise roared excitedly, then gently bumped Red’s extended hand with its own massive fist, indicating its agreement to Red’s invitation.

To show its sincerity, Blastoise voluntarily picked up the Poké Ball that Red had thrown on the ground and pressed the button in the center, allowing itself to be captured.

The Poké Ball shook a few times, then emitted a satisfying ding sound, indicating that the capture was successful.

“Welcome to the team, Blastoise!” Red said with a smile, immediately releasing Blastoise from the Poké Ball again.

Successfully added Rain Dish ability to Blastoise!

Pokémon: Blastoise

Type: Water

First Ability: Torrent

Second Ability: Rain Dish

Known Moves: Water Pulse, Water Gun, Bite, Rapid Spin, Protect, Rain Dance, Skull Bash, Iron Defense, Ice Beam, Hydro Pump, Aura Sphere, Dark Pulse, Dragon Pulse…

Personality: Serious and responsible, with the demeanor of a great leader

Background: The king, ruling all turtle Pokémon on Turtle Island, possesses king-level qualifications and has the rare ability to independently achieve Mega Evolution. Due to long-term lack of combat, its strength had somewhat declined, but through battle with Red’s Venusaur, it successfully regained its peak condition. Has a very strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its subordinates. After confirming that Red is someone worthy of following, it decided to entrust its future to Red.

The surrounding Squirtles and Wartortles, seeing their king being captured by Red, showed no anger. Instead, they looked at Red with grateful eyes.

Because they understood that their king had been seeking a way to become stronger. Only by following Red could their king continue to grow and eventually return to protect everyone.

Moreover, Red had just saved them from Team Rocket’s threat. The Squirtles and Wartortles naturally held great goodwill toward their savior, Red.

“Don’t worry, everyone. I will definitely take good care of your king and help it become even stronger!” Red promised the many turtle Pokémon.

Hearing Red’s promise, the Squirtles and Wartortles finally felt relieved and began happily celebrating.

The next day, after bidding farewell to all the turtle Pokémon on Turtle Island, Red rode his Blood-Red Gyarados and accompanied Ash’s trio as they left Turtle Island together.

During the journey, Red also told Ash’s trio about his upcoming travel plans.

Red’s next destination was Mandarin Island, where he planned to participate in the local Pokémon showcase competition to test the results of his training over the past period.

As for Ash’s trio, they were preparing to head to Valencia Island to meet Professor Ivy and help Professor Oak with some research tasks.

Since their destinations were different, the two sides would have to part ways temporarily.

“Big brother, when will we see each other again?” Ash asked reluctantly, clearly not wanting to separate from Red so soon.

“If nothing unexpected happens, we should meet again at the Indigo League competition venue,” Red replied with a slight smile.

“Then it’s settled! Big brother, you must come watch my matches at the Indigo League!” Ash said excitedly, clenching his fists with determination.

“Of course, I’m looking forward to seeing how much you’ll have grown by then,” Red said encouragingly.

After the two sides bid each other farewell, Red rode his Blood-Red Gyarados toward his next destination, while Ash’s trio continued their journey toward Valencia Island.

Standing on Gyarados’s head, Red looked back at the gradually shrinking figures of Ash’s trio, a gentle smile appearing on his face.

“Ash, you must become stronger. The path ahead will only get more challenging,” Red murmured to himself, then turned his gaze toward the distant horizon, his eyes burning with anticipation for future battles.

At this moment, the Millennium Gengar emerged from Red’s shadow, floating beside him.

“Boss, are you feeling sentimental about parting?” Gengar teased.

“Not really, I’m just looking forward to our reunion,” Red replied calmly.

“Hehe, Boss is so cool! But I’m also looking forward to showing off my Mega Evolution power at the Indigo League!” Gengar said excitedly, patting the Mega Stone hidden within its body.

“You’ll have plenty of opportunities,” Red said with a slight smile, then instructed Gyarados: “Let’s speed up. We still have a long way to go.”

“Roar!”

The Blood-Red Gyarados roared in response, then increased its speed, carrying Red toward their next adventure.

As Red disappeared into the distance, a new chapter of his journey was about to begin.

Source: Webnovel.com, updated by NovelKeep