Pokémon: Who let him leave Pallet Town?

Chapter 268 Abby and the Speaker Cricket
The system's voice sounded, and Natsume was momentarily stunned.

Is Xiao Zhi really that influential?
They already have two long-term SSS-level research projects.

Upon closer inspection, Natsume realized that the topic only shared the same name as the divine role held by Ash, and had no real connection to it.

[This section features the unique bond between humans and Pokémon, including Pidgey and Krypton.]

Staring at the transparent panel in his mind, Natsume stroked his chin.

So, he has already launched five SSS-level projects.

The new physique, battle data, divine class collection, divine class uses, plus the current humans and bonds.

"In that case, open the battlefield!"

Natsume showed sufficient respect.

A burst of rousing music rang out, and Natsume tossed out the red and white balls.

"Go, Zapdos!"

Trainer Natsume has dispatched Zapdos!

As the music began, Abby's hand holding the violin suddenly paused.

When Natsume's voice rang out, his eyes widened even more.

Lightning Bird?
However, the Pokémon that appeared on the battlefield with a flash of red light was very different from the Zapdos he remembered.

It was a Pokémon huddled inside its eggshell, its posture somewhat similar to that of Vulture Girl.

However, the former's eggshell was covered with dazzling flame patterns.

"No matter what Pokémon you bring out, only victory awaits me and Scoot!"

As Abby spoke, she closed her eyes.

He placed the violin on his shoulder, and a clear melody flowed from the gently vibrating bowstring.

The gentle melody even slightly diluted the intensity of the battle music.

"Isn't he supposed to be battling? Why is Mr. Abby playing the violin?" Ash asked curiously.

"And he even closed his eyes, so he can't see what's happening on the field!"

The crowd was quite puzzled.

Natsume didn't understand either.

"Spray flames!"

It's okay if you don't understand; you'll understand after playing a match.

"Gana!"

The flame patterns on the eggshell suddenly lit up until they turned white, and the flame energy gathered from bottom to top in Zapdos's chest.

"boom--"

A burst of raging golden flames shot out and instantly reached the speaker cricket!
"The Speaker Bird has low defense and is weak to Fire-type moves. Natsume's Zapdos has also gained Fire-type moves, and with its STAB moves, it can overcome any level difference!"

Xiao Gang's eyes widened.

[The Snorkel responded to the trainer's melody and dodged the attack.]

Abby's hand trembled, and the music became light and bright. The cricket rubbed its forelegs, and the melody it produced changed from dull to somber.

"Ok?"

Natsume was stunned.

This seems to be a kind of telepathy, except that the bridge between Abby and the speaker cricket is the sound of a piano.

None of that matters, the jet flame is 100% accurate!
This is a battlefield; it's impossible for us to miss.

The only time a similar situation occurred was during the last battle with Ash.

Humanity and Bonds

Before Natsume could think, Abi's piano music suddenly became intense, creating a deadly duet in sync with the background battle music.

No, it should be a trio.

[The Snorkel responded to the trainer's melody by singing.]

The Speaker Krill opened its mouth, and a melodious song, with an exciting undertone, swept towards Zapdos.

The song hit Zapdos, and Zapdos fell into a deep sleep.

“Gana.”

Zapdos's eyelids grew heavier and heavier, and it reluctantly closed its eyes.

In the instant before it closed its eyes, Zapdos stared intently at the red figure.

The speaker cricket switched the frequency of its forelimb friction, perfectly blending into Abby's tone.

"Why are so many of them so pale-faced?"

Natsume's eye twitched slightly.

Eighty percent of the time, the bubbles can miss three times in a row.

However, the other party was able to "sleep" two of his Pokémon in a row.

"Speaker Cricket, prepare for your final bow!"

The first words Abby spoke as the performance began.

As the words fell, the originally stirring music began to fade, gradually shifting to a minor key.

A sense of sadness began to spread.

[Krillin responded to the trainer's melody and used Last Song!] [Last Song hit Zapdos.]

"It's the End Song! The Pokémon hit by it will fall after three turns!" Brock exclaimed.

"Huh? Then Natsume-san is in danger!" Ash was a little stunned.

Strange, why didn't he see Abby use this move when they fought?

Zapdos considers Krill a worthy opponent; Zapdos's competitive spirit has taken hold.

Zapdos's fighting spirit soared; Zapdos had regained its senses!

Almost at the same time, Zapdos suddenly opened its eyes.

Abby's melody did not change as Zapdos regained consciousness; the minor key became more and more frequent.

"Flash Charge!"

Natsume didn't rush to recall Zapdos, but instead ordered the attack to continue with great interest.

It's rare to find a Pokémon that can ignite Zapdos' competitive spirit.

This speaker-shaped cricket was the first one I encountered on my trip to Chengdu.

“Gana—”

The Zapdos, bathed in golden flames, stared intently at the Kryptonite on the other side of the battlefield.

This time, it will definitely not fail.

"boom!"

[Flash Charge hit the Speaker Cricket.]

As the golden flames swept past, nearly half of the latter's stamina bar was instantly emptied!
As the speaker's condition deteriorated, Abby's piano playing changed again.

The frequent pauses in the minor key, followed by a sudden, prolonged final note, create an atmosphere of melancholy.

"Massive self-destruction!"

Seeing that the speaker didn't move, Natsume raised an eyebrow slightly.

"boom!"

Golden flames clustered into a large shape and struck the speaker cricket directly.

"Did you win?"

As the dust settled, the speaker-shaped insect stood firm, its stamina bar above its head remaining completely untouched. In front of it, a ripple flickered and dissipated, carrying away the remaining embers.

[The Speaker Krill used Protect to block the attack.]

"Woo~"

The sound of the zither hummed, then began to grow long and melodious.

The originally melodious music suddenly became hoarse and mocking, like a person struggling to survive, gasping for breath.

Two rounds have already passed.

[The speaker cricket used a stand-in.]

The speaker-shaped cricket slowly disappeared, and a doll that looked exactly like it appeared on the field.

"It's over, we definitely won't be able to defeat them within three rounds!"

The crowd outside the arena gasped in unison.

"Spray flames."

Natsume's face remained expressionless as he spoke slowly and deliberately.

"boom!"

The golden flames burned the Stand to ashes, revealing the figure of the Speaker Cricket.

In the third round, the end came.

"Click~"

At the same time, Abby's hand suddenly stopped, and he withdrew the last syllable.

"ended."

Abi opened her eyes and looked at Natsume.

The Song of the End has taken effect!

Zapdos's stamina bar was plummeting, nearing zero!
[The Sonic-Headed Knox didn't fall, and the Zapdos refused to fall.]

Zapdos withstood the attack!

With its stamina bar hanging by a thread, Zapdos was engulfed in flames.

“Gana—”

Bathed in flames, it surveyed everything before it with an indomitable spirit.

"Flash Charge!"

Zapdos retreated into its eggshell, and a wave of heat spread out, transforming into a dazzling golden fireball that slammed into Krillin.

[Flare Charge hits Snorkel, Snorkel falls!]

"What!?"

Abby was stunned. She didn't have time to pull the strings and could only watch helplessly as the speaker collapsed.

(End of this chapter)