NOVEL NEXT Chapter 304: Looks a Little Crazy
Arthur understood: Old Flame was carrying too much.
In the past, he had always been the big brother of the team. When Arthur wasn't around, he was the one who commanded the remaining Pokémon in battle, leading a group of problem children on campaigns like a weary father.
That sense of responsibility had helped him quickly rise to the top, becoming the first Pokémon under Arthur's command to master Mega Evolution!
But after Arthur left, that same, heavy responsibility had ultimately crushed him…
Arthur was gone. Old Flame had tried his best to protect and organize the remaining partners, but alas, things didn't go as planned.
Back then, Arthur's Pokémon were all a bunch of problem children! Only Arthur himself could keep them in line.
Specter, in a fit of anger, had defected from the league to start a terrorist organization. Tyranitar had returned to the desert to become a king, even clashing with the league's pioneering forces a few times. Leafeon had completely let loose and was later taken in by Arthur's disciple.
Even the gentlest of them all, Lapras, had resolutely left the military, choosing to remain in the sea where Arthur had disappeared, keeping a lonely vigil.
The only one who had inherited Arthur's will and chosen to continue serving the league army, Old Flame, had ended up all alone…
Perhaps his aging had begun to show signs from that moment on…
The aging of his spirit had come even earlier than the aging of his body…
It was from then on that he began to lose his pure ferocity, to become indecisive, always wanting to do something for his partners, his clan, his family, but always worried that he wouldn't be able to do it right.
Over time, his wings had drooped, and they had never again spread with the same arrogance as in his youth.
And now, Arthur was telling him in no uncertain terms—he didn't have to worry about any of that!!
"You don't need to worry about making enemies with those soldiers! I'm no longer part of the league military!! And you definitely don't need to worry about causing trouble for me. I have some fame in this era. Even if it's not like before, it's enough to ensure I won't be easily bullied!"
Arthur gently pounded his fist against Old Flame's scarred chest.
"Most importantly, old friend, it's time you thought about yourself! I'm only asking you, are you truly content? Forget everything else, look into your own heart and give me an answer!"
At that moment, all the Pokémon with Arthur were looking at him with anticipation.
Especially Specter. He was glaring at Old Flame, as if he had already decided that if Old Flame was still being stubborn, he would go over and slap some sense into him!
This bastard! To think he used to be our leader! The longer he lives, the more pathetic he gets!
Even that lecherous Leafeon was more reliable than this!
Right, Specter had now chalked this debt up to Leafeon's account as well.
Finally, after straightening his body and unfurling his wings for the first time in what felt like an eternity, Old Flame took a deep breath. Then, with absolute resolve, he lowered his head and touched the Poké Ball in Arthur's hand.
He had answered with his actions!
Since the Master is back, then everything will be up to the Master.
He—was clearly not content!
At that moment, a genuine smile spread across Arthur's face.
He then decisively called out to Old Flame's daughter.
"Let's go!"
"Roar?" Where are we going?
"To help you take the leader's position. Then, we'll lead your clan and go teach that flock of Aerodactyl a harsh lesson and get revenge for your mother!!"
As he spoke, Arthur decisively ran out of the cave and leaped straight off the cliff!
This act completely stunned Old Flame's daughter.
Has this human gone insane?!
But in the next moment, Old Flame, released from his Poké Ball, suddenly soared into the air, ascending from below the cliff!
Arthur was riding on his back.
"Let's go!!"
With a great shout, Little Eevee and Greninja responded in unison. They cheered as they leaped off the cliff together, landing on Old Flame's back.
Specter also took flight with Mismagius, letting out a high-decibel shriek as they flew, making a ruckus like a parade of a hundred demons!
In this moment, they were wild, unrestrained! They deliberately made their presence as grand and imposing as possible!
Just like the old days—lawless and untamed!!
This finally reawakened the passion of two hundred years ago in Old Flame, and he joined in with a long, resounding roar.
Standing on the dragon's back, Arthur laughed with pure joy.
This was the Old Flame he knew!
This was the untamed arrogance his ace should have!
Of course, at this moment, Old Flame's daughter, trailing behind, couldn't quite grasp this感動. In her eyes, this human and his Pokémon all looked a little crazy.
And even more terrifying, they had instantly assimilated her useless old father.
Talk about taking back the leadership and getting revenge? Are you kidding me?! My useless old father can't do anything! Otherwise, why would I have to challenge that new leader time and time again on my own?
But Arthur didn't think so.
His confidence didn't come from nowhere—
Because the moment Old Flame was re-captured by him, an important stone in his pocket instantly radiated warmth.
This was the source of his absolute confidence that Old Flame could reclaim the leader's position!
The bond between a person and a Pokémon is not so fragile!
Soon, Old Flame's daughter would witness her father's true power!
Soon, the group returned to the basin with its three sheer cliffs, their howls and strange cries echoing through the air.
Not much time had passed since the leadership battle. The Charizard, Charmeleon, and Charmander who had gathered were still there.
Caleb and his family were also still catching up with their brother's Charizard, using the medicine they had brought to treat its injuries from the recent fight.
Seeing Arthur return, and riding a Charizard, Caleb happily waved at him.
"Hey, you're back! Looks like you found your family's Pokémon too? Hmph, but I bet it's not as strong as my brother's, right? See? My brother's Charizard is the strongest around here!"
But this time, for the first time on their journey, Arthur, who had mostly let his comments slide, questioned him.
"I wouldn't be so sure about that."
"What? Didn't you see? My brother's Charizard is the leader! The leader of this place!"
He thought Arthur was just being stubborn!
Hmph! So what if you're the Best Rookie? Is it that hard to admit my brother is amazing?
But this time, Arthur was destined to disappoint him.
Because he was here to challenge the leader!
"Hey, big guy! Still have enough stamina? Dare to accept another leadership challenge?"
This time, he issued the challenge himself, giving Old Flame no excuse to hesitate.
Julian's Charizard was taken aback.
It had barely seen Old Flame before.
When it arrived here five years ago, Old Flame had already been living in seclusion. It was, however, quite familiar with Old Flame's daughter.
Ever since it had arrived, it had watched her constantly challenge the leader at the time. After it became the leader, she had started relentlessly challenging him.
She had never won, but she had never given up.
He actually quite liked her proud personality.
But liking her was one thing. A proud Charizard never holds back in a challenge.
That's why Old Flame's daughter was often beaten black and blue by him.
And this time, Arthur was here with Old Flame to settle the score!
Upon accepting the challenge, Julian's Charizard was still full of confidence!
It considered itself a battle-hardened veteran. It had fought in the arena and had dominated the valley. Both experiences had benefited it greatly.
In a battle between its own kind, it felt there was nothing left for it to fear.
Until the next moment, when everyone backed away to clear the field. Under the watchful eyes of its kin, the human suddenly shouted a command.
The next moment, it found that its opponent was suddenly engulfed in a blinding white light!
A terrifying aura skyrocketed, and a scorching storm began to blow!
In that moment, Old Flame's daughter was stunned.
And for the first time, Julian's Charizard felt a twinge of panic
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