Manor Lord of the Elf World

Chapter 245 Carlos's Cooperation with the United States, the Formation of the Carlos Alliance
Before everyone could recover from the shock they had just experienced, they had already stepped into a deeper level of the Pokémon League.

Passing through the hall, rows of spacious and bright training rooms are lined up, from which the light sounds of Pokémon clashing with their moves can be heard from time to time.

There was no bloody battle, no life-or-death struggle, only the tacit cooperation between trainers and their partners, and sparring that ended without a fight.

The trainer's rules are neatly hung on the wall:

Maliciously abusing Pokémon is prohibited, as is engaging in private battles for revenge under the guise of battling. Injured Pokémon must be sent to the center for treatment immediately. Victory is something to be proud of, and defeat is equally worthy of respect.

Karen, observing all this, couldn't help but ask, "Your Excellency, what is this?"

"This is what I was just talking about, another way of getting along between humans and Pokémon, not enslavement, but as partners moving forward together."

As he spoke, Eriff walked slowly to the window and pointed to the faint outline of the huge arena in the distance.

"When the League Tournament begins, all the trainers in Unova will gather here, not to conquer territory, but to fight for glory and prove their worth to themselves and their partners."

"The proceeds from the competition will be used partly to improve people's livelihoods, partly for Pokémon rescue, and partly invested in industries related to Pokémon trainers in various regions... forming a closed loop."

Upon hearing the word "closed loop," the Carlos officials present finally understood completely.

Unova's strength lies not only in the intimidation of a single legendary Pokémon, but also in a complete system encompassing survival, production, and spiritual pursuits!
Humans have dignity, Pokémon have respect, nations have a foundation, and people have hope.

How could a country like this not be powerful?
AZ remained silent.

Flower petals fluttered gently on his shoulder, and shimmering light fell on his fingertips. His eyes were filled with curiosity about everything.

He was once obsessed with war, obsessed with using the ultimate power to erase hatred and protect what he wanted to protect.

But what he had witnessed firsthand, the Unova, dealt him the heaviest and most sobering blow yet...

The old craftsman was already in tears.

He thought of his life spent in Carlos's dark and hopeless workshops, of his companions who died from exhaustion under the hammer, and of the enslaved children who didn't even deserve to have names.

Now look at what's in front of us.

Electric lights are always on, streets are clean, workers are paid, the injured receive timely treatment, Pokémon have human companions, and ordinary people live peaceful and stable lives...

This is no kingdom, this is a real paradise!
“Your Excellency Eriff,” Karen took a deep breath, bowed again, this time even lower, and said with utmost solemnity, “What we have seen and heard on this mission to the United States is enough to overturn all the knowledge we have ever acquired.”

He turned to look at Az: "Your Majesty..."

Az took a deep breath; it seemed he had no way to retire yet.

Carlos still has a lot to do.

After a moment of silence, Az spoke: "After returning home, I will have people follow the example of the Union Empire, reform the system, liberate slaves, treat the people kindly, and treat... monsters kindly."

The surrounding officials and craftsmen nodded in agreement, their eyes no longer filled with confusion and shock, but with an unprecedented fervor.

They want to bring everything from the United States back to Carlos.

They brought back to their homeland, a place of rigid class divisions and profound suffering.

Seeing the determination in everyone's eyes, Elif smiled slightly and gestured for everyone to look at the plaque at the very front of the Alliance Hall.

A line of text was written above in strong, vigorous handwriting—

Humans and Pokémon, united in heart and mind, journey together towards the light.

Sunlight streamed through the tall glass windows, falling on everyone and every Pokémon.

Warm, bright, and full of hope.

*
In the afternoon, sunlight streamed through the stained glass windows of the city hall, casting dappled patterns of light and shadow on the cobblestone streets.

The Carlos delegation sat in the reception hall of the city hall, with several thick stacks of blueprints and yellowed manuscripts on the long table in front of them.

That contains all the Pokémon data discovered in the Unova region so far, as well as some of the technologies possessed by the Unova Kingdom.

The publicly disclosed core technologies of the steam industry—from the forging ratio of steam boilers to the wiring of light bulbs, and the process design of Pokémon Collaboration Workshops—are filled with details on every page.

"These are the blueprints for the power core of a steam train. They indicate the appropriate thicknesses for different types of steel, as well as the ratio of coal to Pokémon power," Raven explained to AZ and Karen, pointing to a blueprint covered with markings.

Karen's fingers trembled as he ran over the blueprints, his white beard quivering slightly.

In Carlos, steel forging was only used for royal weapons and noble carriages. Craftsmen never even saw complete blueprints, let alone such a systematic technical inheritance.

He looked up at Raven, his eyes filled with awe: "Your Majesty Raven, the Unova are actually willing to give us such core technology without reservation?"

“It’s not a gift, it’s a collaboration,” Raven corrected. “Carlos’s land needs to be revitalized, his people need a way to survive, and I also have conditions.”

Upon hearing this, Carlos and the others looked over in their direction.

Raven said, "I need to establish a Pokémon League in the Kalos region to guide you to integrate with Pokémon and promote trainer culture. Its main responsibility is to govern trainers and Pokémon, and it will not interfere in Kalos's internal affairs. If you continue to enslave Pokémon and wantonly harm them, I will immediately take back everything I have given you."

“This, this…” Karen and the other old ministers were dumbfounded.

Is the United States trying to interfere in Carlos's internal affairs? Or have they planted spies in an attempt to attack Carlos?

Unable to make a decision on this matter, they could only turn their attention to the king.

Az gazed at the scene thoughtfully, then simply asked, "Why is His Majesty Raven so lenient towards [Warcraft]?"

“Because I want all humans and Pokémon in this world to be able to live together like you and Florifoli,” Raven said.

Az fell silent.

After a moment, he nodded and said, "Very well, I agree to this in the name of King Carlos."

"Your Majesty!" the old minister Karen exclaimed in surprise.

Az replied calmly, "If it weren't for Lord Raven's help, both you and Carlos would probably be history now."

The Unova approached them with goodwill, and besides... given the Unova's current strength, they had no choice.

Karen and the others opened their mouths, but could only sigh helplessly in the end. Seeing Az accept, Raven smiled.

"What Unova can do, Kalos can do too—as long as you're willing to let go of the obsession that 'tools are just tools' and let Pokémon become your partners."

“I will try my best.” Az then asked, “Lord Raven, what exactly is this technology called electric light?”

He picked up another manuscript about the popularization of electric lights, which detailed the site selection of power plants, the route of laying wires, and even marked the cost of installing electric lights in ordinary houses.

As Az recalled the scene of thousands of lights in Raven City at night, he suddenly thought of the ruins of Stone City and the sight of people trembling in the darkness during the war.

His Adam's apple bobbed: "As far as I know, in Carlos, only the royal palace and noble residences have lights. The price of a butter lamp is enough for an ordinary person to eat for three days... But here, the lamps are so cheap that even market stall owners can afford them?"

"The cost of the light bulb lies primarily in the Pokémon's ability to convert electricity," Raven said, gesturing for the craftsman beside him to come forward.

The craftsman's Pikachu obediently jumped onto the table, flicked its tail, and lit a small lamp on the corner of the table, its warm white light instantly illuminating the surroundings.

“Unova has specialized Pokémon Trainers who teach Electric-type Pokémon to generate electricity steadily. They also reduce losses through industrial processes. When you return, as long as you build a few power plants, the villages of Kalos can also have such light thanks to the power of Electric-type Pokémon,” Raven said.

The Carlos craftsmen who had been watching had already gathered around. Some held the blueprints and stroked them repeatedly, while others nodded frequently at the electrician's explanation, their eyes shining brighter and brighter.

"When we get back, we must build the biggest power station ever!" A young craftsman clenched his fist, his voice choked with emotion, "so that every household in Shixiang City can have lights on at night!"

"We also want to build a steam workshop so that Pokémon can help with farming and building houses, so we won't have to rely on manpower anymore!" another craftsman added, his eyes full of anticipation for the future.

Just then, Raven changed the subject, his tone becoming serious: "Technology can make cities prosperous, but if we want Carlos to be truly reborn, there is one more thing that must be done—abolishing slavery."

AZ was jolted and abruptly raised his head.

In Kalos, slavery persisted for centuries. The royal family and nobles relied on slaves to cultivate land, build palaces, forge weapons, and even the taming of Pokémon was tinged with enslavement.

As king, he was both a beneficiary and a defender of this system.

“I know this is difficult.” Raven looked at AZ’s complicated eyes and said slowly, “But your people are not private property; your Pokémon are not tools. In Unova, slavery does not exist—even former prisoners of war will be assigned to workshops and farms to earn wages and gain freedom.”

“Look at the people on the street. They have their own land, their own shops, and the right to choose their own way of life. This is the most solid foundation of a country.”

Karen stepped forward and bowed to AZ: "Your Majesty, this old minister believes that His Majesty Raven is absolutely right. The catastrophe in Stone City has shown us too much—the old system will only make Kalos sink deeper into destruction. Only by giving its people freedom and Pokémon respect can Kalos truly survive!"

AZ remained silent for a long time, the petals on his shoulder gently brushing against his cheek, the light of the Eternal Flower flickering slightly.

He thought of the people displaced by war, the slaves who died tragically from unbearable labor, and the civilians and Pokémon laughing freely in the streets of Unova.

Finally, he slowly stood up and looked at Raven with a firm gaze: "Please rest assured, Your Excellency, after returning to Kalos, I will proclaim to the whole country in the name of the Kalos royal family that all slavery in Kalos will be abolished. All Kalos citizens, regardless of their birth, will be free, and all Kalos Pokémon will be partners, never to be enslaved."

After he finished speaking, the reception hall fell silent, then burst into enthusiastic applause.

Karen and the craftsmen were moved to tears; they knew that these words would completely change Carlos's fate.

Raven smiled slightly: "No need to worry, the messengers and trainers I sent will assist you."

The coup and reforms that are about to take place in the Carlos region are destined to involve some sacrifices and bloodshed.

Az was aware of this as well.

He nodded: "Then thank you very much."

In the corner of the town hall roof, the Zygarde Core rested quietly on the tiles, its emerald glow illuminating every face inside.

*
Three days later, the Carlos delegation, laden with technical blueprints, embarked on their return journey together with the trainer team dispatched by Raven.

Raven rode his Dragonite, circling above the fleet to see them off, the whistles of the giant steamships echoing across the sea.

AZ stood at the bow of the ship, gazing at the ever-receding coastline of Unova, the petals on her shoulder fluttering gently.

Karen and the artisans around him had already begun discussing the reconstruction plan—where to build power plants, where to open workshops, and how to teach the people to farm in cooperation with Pokémon.

"Your Majesty Raven, are we really sure there's nothing wrong with what we're doing?" Elif asked, watching Carlos and his group walk away.

Raven gently shook his head: "The existence of Unova is not for war. If there is another way to resolve the conflict between humans and Pokémon, why choose war, which only brings hatred?"

The decline of the monarchy was almost inevitable.

The league system is more suitable for this resource-rich world with Pokémon.

“Your Majesty is wise.” A hint of worry still lingered in Elif’s eyes. “However, I still have some concerns…”

Raven smiled and shook his head, reassuringly saying, "Don't worry, Elif. I just don't want to start a war and have our people and soldiers sacrifice themselves, but that doesn't mean I won't."

“If they refuse to cooperate, pretend to comply but refuse to fulfill their duties, accepting our benefits but refusing to do so, then I wouldn’t mind having Carlos bear our name from now on.”

Elif was taken aback for a moment, then suddenly realized: "I see! Your Majesty is wise!"

Once Carlos is rebuilt, their two countries will be able to start trade cooperation, Raven thought to himself.

Now that Hozon's steam giant wheel technology is becoming increasingly mature, some things can begin to be arranged.

Raven pondered for a moment, then asked, "Erif, has there been any news from Ordron City in the Kanto region?"

"Your Majesty, not yet." Elif shook his head.

“I see…” Raven thought for a moment, and then made a decision: “Send a letter to Queen Lynn and ask her if we need to cooperate.”

The Kanto region was still in a stage of numerous independent kingdoms, and many small, separate countries still existed on that continent. Queen Lynn's city of Ordron was just one of them.

This means that war could break out in that place at any time.

War inevitably brings harm, which is detrimental to the development of a trainer culture and the Pokémon system.

Therefore, Raven decided to support Queen Lynn and help her unify Kanto and establish the Pokémon League.

In this way, the Kanto region can achieve unification and peace ahead of schedule.

Elif understood Raven's meaning and immediately nodded, "Yes, Your Majesty, I will go and write the letter right away."

(End of this chapter)