Pokémon: Did you play Pokémon today?

Chapter 372 Zeraora! Mega Evolution!

"Zeraora! Quick Attack!"

The sound of the white boat came clearly through the water.

Zeraora forced back a Nihilego with a single claw, then glanced back at him, her eyes filled with displeasure.

Who gave you the right to boss me around?

But the body moved with unusual honesty.

"Meow!!!"

Zeraora was engulfed in a burst of electricity, and his figure vanished instantly.

Thanks to Plasma Lightning Punch's ability to transform Normal-type moves into Electric-type moves, Quick Attack, with its STAB boost, is quite powerful.

It flashed in front of a Nihilego that was just about to use an acid bomb, and then shoved the condensed venom back with a claw.

The venom explosion knocked the Nihilego back several meters, its body flickering, clearly indicating it wouldn't attack again anytime soon.

Before Zeraora could catch its breath, more Nihilego tentacles seized the opportunity to wrap around it, attempting to completely trap it.

"Tsk."

Bai Zhou's eyes sharpened as he quickly scanned the battlefield.

Zeraora is indeed powerful, with impeccable speed and attack, but there are simply too many Nihilegos.

They are like endless tides; once one group is driven back, even more surges in immediately.

If this continues, I'll eventually run out of energy.

We must break through.

But how do we break through?

Bai Zhou's gaze fell on Zeraora, and suddenly he thought of something.

He reached into his robes and pulled his hand out, revealing a stone shimmering with a strange light in his palm.

An evolution stone that is entirely black with yellow lightning flowing inside.

Zeraora Evolution Stone.

"Zeraora!"

He suddenly threw the evolution stone at Zeraora!

"Catch!"

Zeraora instinctively caught it with its claw, looked down at the stone in its claw that exuded the same aura as itself, and a look of doubt flashed in its eyes.

This is... an evolution stone?

Are they special tools that human trainers use to allow their Pokémon to undergo temporary evolution?

It immediately revealed its obvious resistance and disdain upon thinking of something.

Why does this guy have an evolution stone with the same aura as me? He's definitely up to no good!

You want me to use this? Don't even think about it!

However, it had no choice but to accept this.

In an instant, a strange resonance came from the palm of my hand!

Zeraora sensed that the stone contained a power of the same origin as itself, calling to it and yearning to merge with it.

At the same time, it also sensed another kind of resonance coming from the white boat.

That was the power of the Keystone, resonating with the Evolution Stone in its hand.

"Stop talking nonsense! Try it once!"

Bai Zhou had already raised the hand of the student wearing the little A-classmate's hat.

Zeraora immediately understood what he wanted to do.

Who wants to try it with you!

We've only known each other for a short time!

Do you even know who I am? You want to Mega Evolve with me?!

There is absolutely no "bond" between them!

Forcing a Mega Evolution will only result in failure, and may even backfire on both sides!

No! Absolutely not!

Zeraora shook her head frantically, trying to shake off the evolution stone, while gesturing to Bai Zhou with her eyes.

Stop! You'll get hurt!

But Bai Zhou only glanced at it, a slight smile playing on his lips.

"Believe me."

The next second, a dazzling light burst forth from the Key Stone, transforming into a beam of light that shot straight toward the Evolution Stone in Zeraora's hand!

"Zeraora! Mega Evolution!"

Zeraora: !!!

It's not ready yet! It really isn't ready yet!

But the power from the key stone had already surged into its body without warning, forcibly awakening the dormant energy within the evolution stone!

The energy of super evolution is being forcibly infused!

"Meow!!!"

Zeraora's body suddenly stiffened, and an indescribable feeling surged from the depths of her soul.

It was a very complex feeling.

It's like being forced into a chair and then having a large bowl of hot soup poured into your mouth.

Although it's warm and comfortable, but—

Did you even ask for my opinion?!

Zeraora internally ranted, but her body honestly began to accept the energy.

I can't help it, it's just too comfortable.

No! The key point isn't whether it's comfortable or not!

The key issue is that if there aren't enough connections or support, it will really fail!

As expected, the transmission of evolutionary energy began to become unstable.

The light flickered, and Zeraora's body sometimes flashed with the outline of evolution, and sometimes reverted to its original form.

Two forces are fiercely clashing within it, and it could collapse at any moment!

"Meow!!!"

Zeraora let out a painful screech.

It could sense that the force wanted to merge with it, but it lacked the most crucial bond—the connection of minds.

Bai Zhou also sensed it.

He had only known Zeraora for less than half a day, let alone had any connection with it; in fact, the cat had just tried to kill him.

Normally, evolution would never succeed.

but----

Bai Zhou's lips curled into a smile.

When did Bai Zhou start following the normal path?

"Activate your super-counter power!"

An invisible force emanated from the white boat, instantly enveloping Zeraora!

Since there aren't enough ties, let's make up for it with external forces!

Zeraora felt her consciousness being gently touched by a tender hand, and then she "saw" Shiraishu's heart.

It's not simple thinking, not superficial ideas, but the deepest emotions.

It saw Bai Zhou's loneliness, Bai Zhou's past, and Bai Zhou's former comrades-in-arms.

Then, it opened its heart to the white boat.

Its pride, its loneliness, its disgust for humanity.

Zeraora stared blankly at the white boat.

That person was also looking at it.

Trust him? On what grounds? We've only known each other for a short time.

In an instant, that invisible barrier completely vanished!

A seamless connection has been established between the Key Stone and the Evolution Stone!

A blinding light burst forth from Zeraora!

This time, it was no longer the flickering light of before, but a radiant light full of life!

Its body began to change in the light!

Its body has become more slender and agile, its muscle lines are smoother and more powerful, and its all-black color adds to its mysterious feel!

Behind them, a pair of ribbons formed from pure lightning suddenly unfurled!

Lightning flashed, illuminating the entire deep sea!

Mega Zeraora has arrived!

That oppressive aura was several levels stronger than before!

Meow, 7

Zeraora roared to the sky, the sound waves accompanied by violent electric currents spreading wildly in all directions!

Those tentacles of the Nihilistic Idler that tried to approach it were instantly shattered!

The group of Nihilgo Idos who had surrounded them were stunned by this sudden display of power, and their movements froze in unison!

Bai Zhou stood atop the crystal, watching the figure bathed in lightning, a slight smile playing on his lips.

It became.

Mega Zeraora floated in the seawater, looked down at her new form, and felt the surging power within her that was almost overflowing.

It has become stronger.

That's ridiculously strong.

But this power was forcibly given to it by that man.

It should be angry, and it should give this human who dared to violate its mind a hard time.

But----

But this power smells so good!!!

Zeraora was torn between his inner turmoil, and the expression on his face was priceless.

It raised its head and gave the white boat a resentful look.

Those eyes were filled with accusations that said, "I haven't agreed yet," "How could you do this?" and "You know this is forced love."

However, the next second.

"Mega Zeraora! Left side, Thunder Punch!"

Its body had already transformed into a bolt of lightning, rushing towards the direction the white boat pointed out!

Boom! Boom! Boom!

The three Nihilego Idos retreated in response!

Zeraora:

It turned back and gave Bai Zhou an even more resentful look.

Bai Zhou couldn't help but laugh out loud at the sight.

"Don't look at me, look at the enemy."

"Two sneak attacks from behind, dodge with high-speed movement, and counterattack with Thunder Fist!"

"Above! It's trying to use the dissolving liquid. A flash of lightning, and I charged forward for close combat!"

"Meow!!!"

Despite cursing and swearing, Zeraora's body obeyed his commands, fiercely repelling one Nihilego after another.

The collaboration between the person and the treasure achieved a level of understanding as if they had been working together for decades in just a few minutes!

The Nihilegos began to crumble; they had never encountered such a formidable opponent.

Their speed was too fast to catch, their strength too great to resist, and their teamwork was so seamless that there was no flaw in their coordination!

Finally, after paying a heavy price, the remaining Nihilegos chose to retreat.

They dispersed like the receding tide, disappearing into the dark depths of the sea.

"call"

Bai Zhou let out a long breath and leaped down from the top of the crystal, landing next to Mega Zeraora.

He looked at Mega Zeraora, who was also slightly out of breath, and reached out to pat it on the shoulder.

"Well done."

Zeraora glanced at him, snorted, and turned her head away.

But in the instant it turned its head, Bai Zhou noticed that the corner of its mouth slightly curled up by a single pixel.

So arrogant and tsundere.

Bai Zhouya smiled, reached out and pressed her hand on it, deactivating the Mega Evolution state.

As the light faded, Zeraora returned to its original form, and the lightning on its body gradually subsided.

It shook its head, stretched its limbs, and then—

She gave Bai Zhou another resentful look.

Bai Zhou: "————That's enough."

Zeraora: "Meow. (Not enough.)"

Bai Zhou was taken aback, and suddenly reached out to rub the cat ears, but was slapped away by Zeraora.

"Meow! (Don't push your luck!)"

"Okay, okay, I won't pet you anymore."

The two stared at each other for a few seconds before Zeraora finally looked away and walked in the direction Matsu had come from.

But after taking only two steps, he stopped again.

Tsk.

Not right.

Something is very wrong.

It found itself waiting for the human to catch up.

Bai Zhou didn't notice its inner thoughts; it simply smiled, shook its head, and followed.

This guy, with his stubbornness and soft heart, is actually quite cute.

The two quickly returned to the hidden crystal.

The girl remained crouched there, tightly embracing the dying little Nihilego in her arms, tears welling in her eyes.

Seeing Bai Zhou and the others return safely, the light in her eyes suddenly shone brightly, almost scorching.

"You're back!"

However, she quickly suppressed the light and stepped forward somewhat hastily, pushing Xu Wu Yide towards the white boat.

"Please—save it—"

That kind of light —

Bai Zhou paused slightly in his steps.

Wait, wasn't I already awake before?

However, the immediate priority is to save lives, so he focused his gaze on Little Xu Wu Yide.

Kyōgo Idō was quietly curled up in the girl's arms, looking at him timidly.

This Nihilego—seems to be different from other Nihilegos; it shows no hostility towards the girl, but rather is full of dependence on her.

"The injury is quite severe."

Bai Zhou reached out and gently touched the little guy's body, and the little guy let out a weak whimper.

The girl's heart tightened suddenly.

"Can...can we save it?"

Her voice trembled slightly.

"Please—it's my only one here—my only one—"

She couldn't continue.

Bai Zhou was silent for a second, then flipped his hand, and a live sauce block appeared in his palm.

"Luckily, there's one left."

He stuffed the energy block into Little Xu Wu Yide's slightly open mouth.

The little guy's body trembled slightly.

Moments later, the cracks began to heal at a speed visible to the naked eye.

The golden, transparent body began to glow faintly again.

"Little Jin————"

The girl hugged it tightly, and tears finally streamed down her face.

"That's great! That's great!"

Little Gold stretched out its tiny tentacles and gently touched her cheek, as if to comfort her.

Bai Zhou narrowed his eyes slightly and observed the girl for a few seconds.

The girl felt a little uncomfortable under his gaze, lowered her head slightly, and a blush appeared on her cheeks.

"W-What's wrong? Is there something on my face?"

"----fine."

Bai Zhou withdrew his gaze, temporarily suppressing the doubts in his heart.

Perhaps I'm overthinking it.

It's normal to have an unstable mental state after staying in such an environment for a long time.

He hesitated for a moment, then asked, "What's your name? Why are you here?"

The girl looked up at him, her eyes clear and sincere.

"My name is Lillie."

She paused, seemingly unaccustomed to the word, but quickly responded.

"I'm from the Alola region. I was accidentally swept into a strange hole—and that's how I ended up here."

"I don't know how much time has passed—there is no day or night here, only endless darkness and those—terrifying things."

She looked down at the little one in her arms, her voice trembling slightly, as if she was trying to suppress her fear.

"I kept hiding and running away—I almost died several times, but Xiao Jin saved me."

"It's different from those monsters; it protects me—if I didn't have it, I would be—"

"I want to go home—"

The girl's eyes were slightly red, but she stubbornly refused to let the tears fall.

"Can you—take me back?"

Her eyes were so sincere and so longing that it was impossible to refuse.

Bai Zhou looked at her and remained silent for a few seconds.

There were no flaws.

Her reaction was perfectly normal, and her emotions were in line with what one would expect from someone who has been trapped for a long time and is finally rescued.

Perhaps I'm just overthinking things.

"I will take you away, I promise."

The girl's eyes widened instantly, and a bright smile appeared on her lips.

"Thank you! Thank you so much! I—"

She seemed too excited to speak, and simply hugged the little one tightly in her arms.

Bai Zhou looked at Xiao Jin and said seriously, "Xiao Jin, we need your help. Can you open the Ultimate Void?"

Xiao Jin hesitated for a moment, then finally nodded.

It floated into the air, and its body began to emit a faint glow.

But just as it was about to open the ultimate hole, its gaze fell on the girl.

In those eyes—

Bai Zhou was slightly taken aback.

It was an extremely complex emotion.