Pokémon, Ash is going to become a perfect man from now on.

Chapter 629 The City on That Day, the Legend Returns!

"Roar! Roar!" *N

At this moment, Charizard Valley was in complete chaos. Almost all the Charizards were restless, some trying to hide, others clamoring for a duel, keeping Ji Ke extremely busy.

When she saw the uninvited guest's true face, she was so shocked that she almost fell to the ground.

The legendary Ho-Oh and Lugia are followed by a familiar-looking Charizard!

And on Ho-Oh's back, there's Ash Ketchum sitting?!

There's also a little blue one, but Ji Ke doesn't have time to pay attention to her anymore.

"Miss Ji Ke, it's nice to see you again," Xiao Zhi greeted her casually.

“You…” Ji Ke opened her mouth, but found that she couldn’t say a word.

This scene looks exactly like they've come to interrogate us!

Could it be that Xiaochun's fake best friend told this guy all the things she complained about behind his back?!

"Don't be alarmed, I was just passing by. Charizard wanted to challenge the valley again, so I apologize for bothering you," Ash explained immediately. "If you feel uncomfortable, we'll leave right away."

"As for a challenge... of course, that's fine." Hearing Xiaozhi say that, Ji Ke finally felt somewhat relieved.

However, looking at the two legends standing silently beside Ash, she still felt a little breathless.

The sense of oppression was too strong...

Ji Ke knew, of course, that Ash had recently commanded the annihilation of Team Rocket at the Ruins of Alpford. She had originally wanted to bring Charizard from the valley to participate, but Xiao Chun refused.

I heard that during that battle, Ash managed to get several legendary Pokémon, including Lugia, to obey him completely!

"Thank you." Xiao Zhi didn't pay much attention to Ji Ke's confused thoughts, and just signaled to Lao Peng to finish the battle quickly.

"Roar!" A roar heralded the start of the one-sided stomp on the noobs.

Starting from scratch once again, the old Charizard is now in complete control. It skillfully switches between fire and claw attack modes, taking down ninety enemies almost as if it were child's play!

Such a performance couldn't help but make Luca and Alakazam secretly alarmed. After accompanying Ash on his journey to another world, this guy has become even more valiant and skilled in battle.

Moreover, its flame power has been greatly enhanced. Often, a single burst of flame can scorch an opponent's body black!

It had only challenged the ninety-second one before, but now it was unstoppable and fought its way to the end!

Facing his seemingly imposing hundredth opponent, Charizard smiled coldly and activated X-Evolution.

It's time to show them my true power!

Dragon Charge simultaneously triggers the Dragon Dance effect, delivering a powerful stab with its dragon claws at close range, followed by a slam dunk and a frenzied, exploding, burning attack!

Finally, Old Spear unleashed his ultimate move, engaging in a straightforward close-quarters battle with his opponent!

With its powerful physique and the damage-boosting effect of its claws ability, Charizard overwhelmed its supposedly ferocious opponent, forcing it into a complete retreat until it was utterly unable to fight back!

"Roar!!!"

As the hundredth Charizard fell before him, the old Charizard let out a triumphant roar.

It succeeded!

However, the matter is not over yet.

After a brief examination, Charizard smashed the dragon head statue at the highest point of the valley with a single punch, retrieving a gem that emitted a scorching heat.

That was a Mega Stone for Mega Charizard Y; Ash already knew it was here.

However, Ash previously stated that he did not intend to let Charizard use it.

The reason for finding this item is twofold: firstly, to keep it as a trophy, and secondly, to verify whether Charizard can be used in its current state.

Seeing his partner nod at him from afar, Ash knew what was going on.

Indeed, dual super evolution is feasible... at least changing form is definitely possible!

Then go find a more suitable Mega Stone yourself!

"Miss Ji Ke, could this stone be kept here for now? My sister will be coming to challenge it later. If she can clear the challenge, please give this to her." After Charizard brought back the Mega Stone, Ash asked Ji Ke, "Of course, if you feel that this is not my spoils, you can dispose of it yourself. I have no objection."

"Of course this is spoils of war, I will keep it safe for you!" Ji Ke quickly assured him.

"Thank you very much. I will make amends for this later." Xiao Zhi nodded politely. "Miss Ji Ke, we may have different ideas, but it's not a conflict. You really don't need to be so nervous."

To be honest, Xiao Zhi was reluctant to deal with Ji Ke. If Lao Fen hadn't wanted to give up halfway through the challenge, he really wouldn't have come back to this place.

Ji Ke's philosophy may have been suitable for Ash during the same period in the original work, but it is definitely not suitable for Ash today.

There wasn't really any conflict between them. The only thing that bothered Xiaozhi that day was that Ji Ke, despite asking for a favor, didn't act like one.

Of course, Xiao Zhi didn't need to say more about these things.

After leaving Charizard Valley, Ecruteak City is now in sight!

"Screech!" Phoenix King let out a loud cry, summoning a rainbow that landed on the bell tower in front of it.

In an instant, the entire bell tower was filled with the sound of bells ringing!

The sound of the bell reached the ears of everyone in Yuanzhu City. Monks, sorceresses, and merchants alike stopped what they were doing and eagerly gathered at the foot of the bell tower!

Those who arrived at the scene were discussing it animatedly, gazing at the distant end of the rainbow, hoping to catch a glimpse of the legendary figure.

"They're here...it looks like Ho-Oh!"

"Look more closely, what if it's a big-billed sparrow in disguise?"

Some were skeptical, some were hopeful, and as the two giant birds drew closer, everyone finally erupted in enthusiastic cheers!

Ho-Oh and Lugia are really back!

"That's... Ho-Oh?" "And Lugia, they're really back!"

At this moment, the five Yuanzhu sisters, who were also present, were incredibly excited.

After being rejected by Ash, they thought the Legendary Gold and Silver would never return to Ecruteak City, but they have returned today!

"Is it because of Mr. Ash...?" May, the eldest daughter, murmured, guessing.

“It’s Mr. Ash!” Matsu appeared beside her without her noticing, his eyes gleaming with a strange light. “I saw Mr. Ash and Miss Blue sitting together on Ho-Oh’s back.”

To be honest, he had mixed feelings, especially after seeing Lugia return and even circle above the burned tower!

“The Burnt Tower, the Bell Tower… I lost this historical battle…” Komatsu lowered his head in defeat.

“No, winning or losing isn’t important, and history is no longer important.” May shook her head seriously. “Ash has advised us that what we should do more than worship the legend is for everyone to work together to make Ecruteak City prosperous again and create a paradise where humans and Pokémon can live in harmony!”

"Mr. Ash, is that what you said...?" Matsu stared blankly at the top of the Bell Tower, for the first time seriously examining his own identity.

Yes, he is Ho-Oh's priest, but more importantly, he is the gym leader of Ecruteak Gym and a member of Ecruteak City!

Building this city is also his responsibility!

...

"How does it feel to be cheered and fawned over by everyone?" Ho-Oh asked happily after they landed together at the top of the Bell Tower.

"You came all this way, it's not just for this, is it?" Xiao Zhi asked with a chuckle.

"I wanted to come back and give the humans here a chance." Ho-Oh's expression gradually became solemn. "In the past, it was indeed difficult for me to have any expectations of those humans... But now the world is changing, and perhaps legendary Pokémon like us should also make changes. While we are all doing well, let's try to make contact with humans."

(You mean by "contact" you mean forcing your way onto Ash?) Lugia scoffed inwardly.

Seeing that Ho-Oh still wanted to talk to Ash, Lugia immediately stepped in and pushed Silver in front of Ash.

"Now that we're here, I'll formally entrust Little Silver to you," Lugia said softly. "You must take good care of it; this is for...our future."

"I will definitely..." To be honest, Xiao Zhi is under a lot of pressure right now.

Fortunately, Xiao Yin was sensible and didn't call him 'Dad' in that situation...

"Hey, what the hell is this 'future' thing?" Ho-Oh immediately retorted sharply. "Even if you pass on the title of Sea God, you're still Lugia, aren't you?"

"Then you're Ho-Oh too, we're all Pokémon."

"That's not necessarily true."

...

Fight! Start fighting now!

Unlike Ash's exasperated expression, Blue found the bickering between the two giant birds incredibly entertaining.

I love watching women fight and argue, especially older women who are like mythical beasts!

"I think we should get out of here first." Realizing that this place was not safe to stay any longer, Ash immediately used an Ultra Ball to capture Silver, and then teleported away with Blue in a flash.

He even ran directly to the neighboring city, partly to stay away and partly to avoid being chased and intercepted by the frenzied people of Enoki City.

Seeing Xiaozhi flee in disarray, the two old best friends who were arguing suddenly burst into laughter.

"Hey, can you stop laughing so smugly?" Lugia retorted after a pause, pouting.

"You're the one who shouldn't be so smug. Don't think you're ahead just because you have a child... When it comes to understanding life, I'm still closer to him." Phoenix King proudly raised his chin.

"Where did you get this weird confidence? You... how did you become like this?!" Lugia was about to retort, but unconsciously changed her gaze from eye level to looking down, staring blankly at Ho-Oh, whose size had suddenly changed.

"Hehe, stunned, aren't you? This is called magic." The Phoenix King, now completely transformed, chuckled, her voice as clear as a silver bell. "I told you, I'm closer to him than he is, but it's okay, I can teach you later~"