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

'Besides the proper methods of entering the ruins, the only way to break through is through brute force. And to destroy the defenses erected by the previous Ideal King and the Black Dragon, divine power is absolutely essential.'

So you can go and take a look, but there's no need to worry too much.

As Necrozma spoke, Rocco met Alice's gaze and chuckled softly.

"I remember Z Company has the legal qualifications to explore ruins, so they must be very professional in terms of preparation and won't damage the ruins themselves. And they have no shortage of powerful trainers—let them do it."

"They have their plan, and we have ours. As long as ordinary people don't accidentally wander in and risk damaging the ruins, there's no problem."

Luo Ke said these words casually.

Because that was what he thought even before Necrozma spoke.

Since Company Z is qualified to explore ruins, it means they are professionals and won't just take the stuff and run like unqualified individuals.

Therefore, there is no need to stop them from exploring the ruins.

After all, the Black Crown was in his possession, and he only came here because of the Black Crown.

The historical records and cultural relics in the ruins were never Luo Ke's concern; he came for the Black Dragon.

Everything else is secondary; as for business competition, it's all about individual ability.

Luo Ke never even considered resorting to underhanded tactics or using his privileges because of this.

Of course, if the people from Company Z in charge of exploring the ruins this time are the same as before—that would be a different story.

He used to sneak up on her in the middle of the night.

Now that he's the champion of China, he can just take action!

...

"Don't worry about it."

At Z Company's base near the ruins, when his subordinates reported that the Lorraine family was also around the ruins, Nibiru decisively shook his head.

"Even if I have some special skills, it would take me quite a while to open a hole in the protective wall of the ruins, let alone them."

"Besides, the ruins don't belong to us. As long as they don't affect us or damage the ruins, let them develop them if they want."

"It all comes down to individual ability."

Nibiru smiled as he said this.

"Or rather, this is more interesting than simply exploring ruins—I just hope that the competitors aren't too weak."

Upon hearing Nibiru's words, his subordinates also smiled.

They shared the same idea as Nibiru: they believed that competition made things more interesting.

and...

They believed that under Nibiru's leadership, they would not be the losers!

So, just as Nibiru had planned, the people from Z Company simply ignored the Lorraine family and quietly fenced off their base built on the side of the ruins, preparing to cooperate with Nibiru to open a gap in the protective wall at this location.

As for the Lorraine family, they only maintained a basic level of vigilance and observation, and then ignored them.

Nibiru and his men would not resort to such tactics against the weak.

As for if the Lorraine family resorts to underhanded tactics...

Hey, Nibiru's subordinates are not only not afraid, but they are even looking forward to it!

After all, this is a hunting ground, and a complex underground space. If the two sides really go to war, then they will be able to fully witness Lord Nibiru's great power to communicate with elves!

This is what the people at Company Z were thinking.

Do the Lorraine family members resort to underhanded tactics?

No, I don't.

The Lorraine family already had a good reputation, and under Alice's leadership, it was even better than when Rudolf was the head of the family!

So, apart from confirming the situation of Z Company, the Lorraine family, whose base was built on the front of the ruins, made no other moves.

However, unlike Z Company's base, this is a hunting area. Because of Nibiru, no wild Pokémon have ever attacked Z Company's base.

On the other hand, there were frequent signs of fighting at the Lorraine family's side.

This situation only ended with the arrival of Luo Ke, Alice, and Liu Wuming.

The main one is Liu Wuming.

After he arrived, he first identified which race the wild elves who attacked the Lorraine family base belonged to. Then he contacted the leaders of several elven races, gave them a brief explanation, and that was it.

Compared to when they were at the hunting base, Luo Ke felt that Liu Wuming was living a much more comfortable life inside the hunting area.

It's like coming home.

Even the elves in the hunting grounds, after learning of his arrival, spontaneously protected the base, and would even bring some tree fruits and other things to the base at mealtimes!

With the cooperation of these elves, it is entirely conceivable that even though the ruins are located deep in the hunting area, underground, and in a rather remote location, the logistics and material transportation issues at the base will become much simpler.

All of this was within Liu Wuming's expectations.

However, during his interactions with these familiar spirits, Liu Wuming discovered something.

“Champion, something’s not right at Z Company’s base—the surrounding elf tribes all told me that after they arrived, they saw a burly man.”

"That guy had no elves with him, he just roared at them, and they instinctively felt fear and avoided the base as if they were avoiding powerful elves."

"They said they could actually sense that the man wasn't strong, but from his roar, they understood what fear was."

"And the man's roar did indeed convey the intention to drive them away, as if he could communicate with the elves."

"So the other party is definitely not simple."

As he finished speaking, Liu Wuming's expression turned serious.

His mind was filled with thoughts of the hunting grounds, so when he learned about Nibiru's abilities, his first thought was how terrifying the impact these abilities would have on the hunting grounds if they were used.

He will investigate the matter and take precautions against any potential problems caused by the other party.

Luo Ke nodded slightly in response.

He really hadn't expected that the ability to communicate with elves would be developed to this extent.

This is so rare that even Necrozma had never seen it before.

Alice was much more surprised than Rocco.

After all, she can communicate with spirits... that's all she needs!

Instead of using human language, she uses other sounds to make the fairies understand her meaning... This is essentially how she commands the fairies by singing.

It can not only convey meaning to the spirits, but also emotions...

Can this ability still be used like this?

......

58. Rocco has already started exploring, and you guys are still stuck here in Makka Pakka?

"Lord Nibiru, we've observed the arrival of the newly appointed champion of China at the Lorraine family base!"

Um! ?

Nibiru, who was focused on studying the defenses, turned around instantly when he heard his subordinate say this.

"Why is he here?"

Nibiru was quite surprised.

It's impossible not to be surprised, after all, Luo Ke's identity as the Dark Hero has been exposed, and he even defeated Jiang Chuan in the final moments of the match. With these two things combined, some people are vaguely calling Luo Ke the strongest in the world of team battles, and they also expressed their desire to see Luo Ke battle against the current world champion, Silver's Pokémon.

It's practically a living legend.

However, after the initial surprise, Nibiru's face showed obvious excitement.

"It's good that he came. I wish I could meet his elf."

"So...he attacked?"

Nibiru looked at his subordinates, unable to suppress the smile on his face.

It was as if he was expecting Rocco to come up and attack.

But if Roko would do such a thing for no reason, then he wouldn't be considered a hero by Necrozma and the others despite his constant denials.

so...

"No, no."

When Nibiru's subordinates saw their leader like this, their expressions stiffened, and they quickly explained the current situation.

“When we saw him, he was walking into the ruins alone through the main entrance, which is why I came to report this to you.”

In an instant, all of Nibiru's excitement and exhilaration vanished.

He turned back to look at the outer defenses of the ruins, and waved his hand at his subordinate who came to report, as if shooing away a squirrel.

"Then you can go, it's all over."

"This... Lord Nibiru, what if they're planning to break through the outer defenses of the ruins..."

Hearing his subordinate say this, Nibiru, who had his back to him, sighed and shook his head slightly.

"There's no chance of anything going on. The other side is a newly appointed champion of China. He didn't summon the Four Heavenly Kings or visit the Gym Leader immediately. Instead, he came straight here. He must have his eye on this ruin."

Nibiru gave a soft snort.

"But so what?"

"Entering through the main gate of the ruins, you will then encounter the area with the strongest external defenses. Even the champion—without a proper way to enter the ruins, he can only resort to brute force to break through the defenses."

"But doing so will inevitably damage the ruins, and because the ruins are underground, destroying them will have an impact on the elves around here, as well as on the elves living on the ground."

"The fact that he came here in such a hurry means that he must know that this ruin is related to the former King of Ideals, and his purpose should be to find what the King of Ideals left behind. So he wouldn't destroy the ruin."

At this point, Nibiru smiled again.

"He will also encounter the same problems I did, and he will probably try to find a solution just like me. However, I have this ability and can think of a solution, but he doesn't have the ability to communicate with spirits, so it's hard to say whether he can find a solution."

"If the other party really values ​​what's inside the ruins, they'll probably come after us once they discover we've broken through the external defenses."

"Hehehe, then we'll get to see his sprite!"

Nibiru's words sent chills down the spines of his subordinates.

You said they were afraid of Luo Ke... but no.

If you change the location, and they're not completing the tasks assigned by the Boss, then don't even mention that everyone will gang up on them. Even if you let them fight Luo Ke one-on-one and let Luo Ke kill them, they will still fight!

He would be willing to die to fight against someone who is considered a world champion!

but......

They have a mission!

He can die here, but if he dies because of something like this, who will complete the Boss's mission?

Thinking of this, he frowned and pursed his lips.

He's not even afraid of death, so why would he be afraid of 'scolding' his own boss awake?

However, before he could speak, Nibiru realized his situation and spoke first without turning his head.

"Don't be so nervous. I've already contacted the Boss. He'll be here before we break through the external defenses."

"I don't think I'm a match for that dark hero, but the Boss is a different story."

At this point, both Nibiru and the subordinate listening to him showed a flash of fanaticism in their eyes.

The boss is invincible!

Regional champion... that title is simply not worthy of the Boss!

That world champion, Silver, he only became a world champion because Boss didn't compete with him!

A hero shrouded in darkness? A mere mortal who appeared before the Boss rose to fame!

For Ruozong, Nibiru, his most fanatical executive, and his equally fanatical subordinates, even asking a single question would be considered a desecration!

Boss is guaranteed to win against Luo Ke... no, against anyone!