Pokémon, you're not allowed to expel me from human form!

Unfortunately...

Not yet.

Luo Ke has just become a champion, so he must have a lot to do.

His plan for Ruozong didn't go smoothly either, and Nibiru also discovered a significant ruin in the hunting area, which he needed to visit, leaving him no time to spare.

So let's wait a little longer.

From their respective perspectives, they are bound to clash sooner or later.

Then we'll fight this long-lost powerhouse to the death!

......

53. Jiang Chuan, you can't rest yet!

"Hey, did you all know? The new champion of China is that super powerful Dark Hero!"

"Of course I know! That transformation tactic is so cool!"

"Lord Luo Ke, we respect and love you!"

Following the battle between Luo Ke and Jiang Chuan, various related topics generated a huge amount of buzz online.

In the guest room arranged by the Grass and Wood Dojo, Jiang Chuan lay on the bed, scrolling through his phone and nodding and laughing.

"Hmm, it seems everyone has a high opinion of Luo Ke."

"Now I can relax and feel at ease—damn it, was Bai Youyou as relaxed when I became the champion as she is now?!"

Thinking of this, Jiang Chuan turned off the comments, opened his contact list, and clicked on Bai Youyou's page.

Actually, he really wanted to call Bai Youyou right now and give her a good scolding!

But Jiang Chuan was not Bai Youyou after all. He saw that the time displayed at the top of his phone was already '00:16'. When he thought that Bai Youyou might be asleep at this time, he felt that it would be inappropriate to disturb her now.

In the end, he simply clicked on Bai Youyou's profile picture, which was a photo of her with her arms crossed and a smug smile on her face, and then put his phone on the pillow.

He then knelt before the pillow, intending to deliver his condemnations to the false image.

so...

When Luo Ke pushed open the door, he saw Jiang Chuan with a ferocious expression, standing up and pulling in his stomach in front of Bai Youyou's photo.

"Um...sorry to bother you..."

Even Luo Ke frowned and put on a somewhat apologetic smile when he saw this scene.

Because Jiang Chuan's door wasn't closed properly, Luo Ke simply pushed it open after seeing it.

But now it seems that knocking on the door is definitely a good habit!

"Do not..."

Seeing Jiang Chuan's wide eyes, as if he was about to explain something, Luo Ke very 'understandingly' waved his hand at him.

"Oh, don't worry, I understand. Anyway, I'm sorry!"

After saying that, Luo Ke decisively slipped out, and Jiang Chuan, not caring about anything else at this moment, chased after him without even putting on his shoes.

"Wait, it's a misunderstanding, it's all a misunderstanding!"

...

"Hmm... then I'll just assume it's a misunderstanding."

In the end, Luo Ke was still caught up with by Jiang Chuan.

However, compared to before, Luo Ke's gaze towards Jiang Chuan now, sitting opposite him, was somewhat subtle.

He's not the kind of guy who won't listen to explanations.

but...

Jiang Chuan didn't explain either!

He kept saying it was all a misunderstanding, but he actually wouldn't say anything about what he had just been doing... How can anyone believe that!

Jiang Chuan's face turned red with anxiety.

He knew, of course, that this was wrong, but he simply couldn't explain it.

Otherwise, should he tell Luo Ke, who has just become the champion of China, that he is too excited because he is finally free and is going to condemn Bai Youyou for tricking him into the championship?

He just couldn't bring himself to say it!

Fortunately, Luo Ke didn't dwell on the matter too much.

Therefore, Jiang Chuan looked at Luo Ke with a hint of gratitude in his eyes.

"Jiang Chuan, the main reason I came to you is because of one thing—you're going to die, right?"

Hearing Luo Ke say that, Jiang Chuan was stunned for a moment.

He had initially thought Luo Ke was seeking his guidance because he wasn't familiar with the champion's role, and he was prepared to mentor Luo Ke personally for the next period of time. After all, he wouldn't have much to do after he stopped being the champion.

He never expected that the secret he had been keeping would be exposed by Luo Ke.

This made him sigh softly, but he ultimately smiled slightly and nodded.

"Correct."

"A few years after I became a champion, I was diagnosed with endorphinosis. The doctor who examined me said I would only live to be fifty at most. So, considering the situation in China, I asked the league to let me retire."

"After all, I was already in my thirties at the time. It would be too tragic to devote the last ten years of my life entirely to work."

At this point, Jiang Chuan scratched his hair, which looked like a bird's nest.

"But that's just how things are in China. Every year I comfort myself by saying that this year is the last year, and as a result, it has been delayed until today."

"I don't know how many more years I have left to live, so Luo Ke, I'm entrusting Shenzhou to you."

As Jiang Chuan spoke, he glanced at Luo Ke, who was nodding slightly, and felt somewhat uncomfortable.

So he sighed inwardly and added another sentence.

"But if you really want me to enjoy life in my last few years, I honestly don't know what to do. So if you're too busy, please delegate some tasks to me. I can still work for a few more years!"

He was not Bai Youyou after all.

Although he, like Bai Youyou, could legitimately slack off, no one could say anything about it.

But over the years, even knowing this, he, who wasn't great, always harbored some resentment towards Bai Youyou, which is why he suddenly changed his mind at this time.

Jiang Chuan himself found himself somewhat ridiculous. He had been jumping around all these years, but in the end, he couldn't bring himself to be ruthless. He was just like a clown!

But he probably doesn't even know it himself.

When he said this, there was no bitterness in his expression; on the contrary, he seemed more relaxed than before.

Seeing his reaction, Luo Ke became even more certain of his original idea.

Jiang Chuan, he is that kind of hero.

To dedicate the last years of one's life to helping others, and to find peace in the process...that's truly amazing.

Luo Ke wouldn't laugh at this kind of person.

He also couldn't understand the mentality of those people online who, upon seeing others do good deeds, would resort to all sorts of conspiracy theories, and who would easily belittle, deny, exploit, and ridicule others in order to express their own 'wisdom,' 'justice,' 'rationality,' and 'nobility.'

Just as he didn't try to delve into the thoughts of the Doctor and Zong Qinke.

He also disliked seeing heroes meet a tragic end.

so...

"Let's put these things aside for now and get your illness treated first."

"Oh...ah!?"

Jiang Chuan responded subconsciously, then his eyes widened in surprise.

His illness...can it be cured?

This incident had an immense impact on Jiang Chuan.

What shocked him even more was that when Roc reached out his hand to him in surprise, a golden, warm light emanated from his palm, which was already clad in prism armor.

Ten seconds, or even less.

When the prism armor dissipated, Rocco nodded to him.

"Yes, your illness has been cured."

Jiang Chuan was completely dumbfounded.

However, he did not doubt that Luo Ke was lying to him.

Since he developed internal combustion syndrome, the oppressive feeling that had always been present in his internal organs, in addition to his abundant energy, had now completely disappeared.

Nothing could be more convincing than this.

While he was still stunned, Luo Ke continued to speak.

"You should rest well today. Once you're free from the burden of illness, you can continue to take charge of things in China, given your greater experience."

"After all, you know about the War of the Three Gods, and you've witnessed my strength—I need to focus all my efforts on preparing for the War of the Three Gods, so Jiang Chuan, I'm entrusting the fate of Shenzhou to you!"

Having said that, Luo Ke stood up, nodded to Jiang Chuan to give him time to calm down, and then turned and left.

When Jiang Chuan came to his senses, he was first grateful to Luo Ke, and then he gradually realized what had happened.

"So... even though I handed over the championship title, I haven't stopped doing any work, right!?"

"Damn it!"

He said that, but if anyone saw this scene right now, they would probably think that Jiang Chuan was in a very good mood.

after all...

He's smiling happily, isn't he?

......

54. Alice: I've met a benefactor!

"Alright, let's begin the meeting."

Mount Raton, Alliance Headquarters.

The five old men were sitting together at this moment.

The elderly man in the picture has his hands crossed, supporting his chin.

"I will be chairing this meeting. I believe everyone has no doubts about the strength of the Dark Hero, namely Rocco."

"He undoubtedly possesses power comparable to that of a god, so how do we ask him for help?"

Um......

Upon hearing the words of the elegant old man, all four other old men, regardless of whether they wore long gowns or suits, or whether they were fat or strong, fell into silent contemplation.

As for the idea that the consequences of the war between the three gods might wipe out humanity, and since he is also human, he has an obligation to do this or that—that kind of talk won't be here.

They would even prevent such statements from appearing.

If they were truly the kind of people who would say such things, then their previous approach wouldn't have been to lure capable individuals out by offering them substantial rewards.

"Anyway..."

The old man in the long gown spoke first.

"In any case, we must first know what Roc himself is thinking. Having power is neither a sin nor a responsibility of his. We only need to consider this matter if he wants to save humanity."

"But if he absolutely does not want to save us, then in the end we can only rely on our original preparations."

Hearing him say that, the strong old man nodded silently, the fat old man sighed but did not refute, only the old man in the suit expressed some different opinions.

"I don't think people's thoughts are necessarily so absolute under normal circumstances."

"Before asking Rocco himself what he thinks, I think we should present all the benefits so that Rocco can see the advantages of saving humanity."

"Titles like hero or savior are expressions of gratitude from the people."