Zhang Lei Yuan looked at his son with pleasant surprise, only to see the young man methodically tending to Hydreigon's injuries, his movements skilled and steady, as if he had experienced countless such scenes.
Seeing this, an indescribable sense of relief welled up in Zhang Lei Yuan's heart.
Zhang Lei Yuan murmured, "I can finally give an explanation to the old man. At least there's someone in the family who can inherit his mantle and become a qualified physician."
His gaze slowly shifted, finally resting on the small Shiny Mudkip on his son's shoulder. When it used its Water Gun skill to help Zhang Heng rinse Hydreigon's wound, it was clear they shared a tacit understanding that only a Trainer and Pokémon could possess.
Zhang Lei Yuan smiled, turned to Luo Hong beside him, and softly asked, "Brother Luo, is this the companion Xiao Heng chose after embarking on his journey?" His words revealed curiosity and concern for his son and his companions.
Luo Hong nodded upon hearing this. Throughout the journey, except for Zhang Heng entering that independent space of the Divine Beast, which he couldn't observe, Luo Hong had followed Zhang Heng's footsteps the entire time, witnessing his growth.
"After Xiao Heng rescued the Swamp Monster Clan, the Swamp Monster Clan leader entrusted a newly hatched Pokémon egg to Zhang Heng for cultivation, which eventually hatched into this Shiny Mudkip. Besides this Mudkip, he also has..."
Zhang Lei Yuan interrupted, "Enough. Everyone has their own trump cards. Let him grow as he wishes. Whether he becomes an independent Trainer or a physician who helps others is entirely up to him."
Phew, Zhang Heng let out a long breath, wiped the fine sweat from his forehead with his arm, and stood up from his half-crouched position.
He turned to Xing Ken and said, "Brother Yu, please throw Hydreigon's Poké Ball from Li Gusi's body to me. Although Hydreigon is out of danger, it needs rest. Let's put it back in its Ball and seal it."
Xing Ken nodded. Haunter took Hydreigon's Ultra Ball from the unconscious Li Gusi and threw it to Zhang Heng.
The Ultra Ball arced through the air. As it reached mid-air, a small Dragon Breath skill directly pierced through the Ultra Ball that originally belonged to Hydreigon. The Poké Ball disintegrated in the air, turning into fragments.
After doing all this, Hydreigon seemed to lose all its strength and then lay down on the ground.
Zhang Lei Yuan also walked over at this point and said to Zhang Heng, "The relationship between a Trainer and a Pokémon is one of mutual choice. When they abandoned Hydreigon, it also meant that Hydreigon was no longer their Pokémon, so it refused to enter the Ball."
Zhang Heng understood Hydreigon's actions. After all, every Pokémon is a living individual life, and they all have unique temperaments and personalities.
"But... in that case, it won't be able to recover well."
"A General has its own pride. It has already escaped danger. Next, the Alliance should send it to the Imperial Capital Dragon-type Wilds for cultivation. I believe it will have a good future, at least it won't have to follow robber organizations and commit evil deeds everywhere anymore."
Zhang Heng nodded slightly upon hearing his father's explanation. Compared to understanding Hydreigon's future prospects, he was more interested in visiting the Imperial Capital Dragon-type Wilds his father mentioned.
The Mudkip on Zhang Heng's shoulder saw the man who walked up, who bore some resemblance to its master, and immediately felt much closer, waving its tender little paws in greeting.
"Glar-glar~"
Zhang Lei Yuan also reached out and stroked Mudkip's head, saying to Zhang Heng, "You chose a very good starter Pokémon. I believe you two can forge your own path."
At this moment, the Psyduck, which had been standing by with its head tilted, also transformed into a pure Water-type energy that surged towards the water scroll worn on Zhang Heng's wrist.
Zhang Lei Yuan looked at this scene without surprise, saying, "It seems you've obtained a very good item. Although you didn't capture a Divine Beast, your gains this time are immense."
At this time, Liziji had also finished speaking with his Water Blade Gang subordinates overseas, ordering them to sail the cargo ship to the nearest international waters to Huaguo for the transaction.
Liziji said, "Li Guanjun, if nothing goes wrong, that cargo ship should only be able to reach the nearest international waters to Huaguo the day after tomorrow."
Li Guanjun shook his head upon hearing this and said, "Call them back and tell them we will open up the defenses of the South Sea, allowing that cargo ship to enter Huaguo's South Sea area. The transaction must be completed by tomorrow morning at the latest, or you will forever remain a prisoner in Huaguo."
Liziji gritted his teeth and said, "Alright."
Puff puff puff puff ~ A dense sound of propellers rotating came from afar, and two Alliance military transport planes were slowly approaching.
Two colossal transport planes, with their propellers creating a strong wind, slowly docked at the Core area of Lake Heart Island. A staff member in an Alliance-issued leather uniform disembarked from one of them.
He jogged to Li Guanjun and Xing Ken, saluted them formally, and said, "Li Guanjun, Officer Yu, we received instructions and a special transport team has been dispatched to provide support."
Li Guanjun nodded without speaking. Xing Ken, like a meticulous worker, immediately directed the transport team to begin operations.
"First, transport the 4 injured individuals and Dr. Chen onto the transport helicopter and provide medical support. Also, handcuff both criminals and seal their Poké Balls. And that Hydreigon, have the Pokémon carry it onto the transport plane."
Several Alliance staff members skillfully used four Machamp to slowly carry the injured on stretchers onto the transport plane. Two law enforcement officers directly pressed down on Liziji's shoulders, handcuffing his hands behind his back.
At the same time, they searched him for his two Poké Balls. After scanning them with the Pokédex, they sealed the Poké Balls of his Kabutops and Malamar.
Subsequently, the Pokédex prompted, "Poké Ball Lock-On successful." A phantom chain, crossed into a cross, appeared around the Poké Ball, sealing it.
The entire process took less than 10 minutes, demonstrating the clear division of labor and high professional quality of the Alliance officials.
Seeing that everything was arranged, Li Guanjun turned to Zhang Lei Yuan and Luo Hong and asked, "Do you need a ride?"
Zhang Lei Yuan smiled and declined, "Thank you for your kindness, Li Guanjun. A Zhang family helicopter will come to pick us up soon."
Li Guanjun nodded and said, "Alright, then next time we meet will be the day you challenge my Champion title, right?"
A week had passed since Zhang Lei Yuan defeated the 8 strongest Elite Four Trainers. The rules of the Champion Challenge stated that it would officially begin on the 10th day after defeating the 8 Elite Four Trainers, so the Champion Challenge was three days away...