Ash, with his invincible physical body, wants to become a Pokémon Master

"They're all just weapons that indiscriminately destroy everything." Ash pulled Mewtwo to his side.

"Gibberish spent an even greater amount of resources, using the exact same method, but still couldn't recreate a Mewtwo."

"They obey no one's commands, they have no emotions, no joy or sorrow, no soul..."

"Most importantly, they simply can't make the same disgusted look on your face as you are now, with me standing next to you."

What does this prove?

Chao tried to use his telekinesis to push Ash away, but Ash held him firmly in place.

"This shows that Mewtwo is not a genetically engineered product that can be artificially controlled and mass-produced, but a miracle."

"A miracle chosen by the world!"

Even the cloned Pokémon that Mewtwo created were actually just pixel-perfect replicas of the original Pokémon's neural reflexes.

They have no emotions; they obey whoever holds the Poké Ball.

The only cloned Pokémon with its own personality is actually Mewtwo.

"As a Pokémon born with a soul and intelligence, your existence is the greatest meaning!"

Upon hearing this, Mewtwo's brain seemed to explode, and the blockage that had been accumulating in its heart seemed to clear up all at once.

"And most importantly, you are my partner, Mewtwo. We worry about each other's safety and care about each other's thoughts."

"This is the connection between lives; with connections to others, you are a complete life."

"Hmph, boring!"

Seeing Mewtwo return to its normal expression, Ash knew he had passed this test.

"Thank you for your oratory and charismatic qualities!"

[Ding! Mewtwo: Affection +5; Intimacy +5]

[Ding! Congratulations on completing the legendary quest "A child in the absolute sense, from which ignorance arises, what does Mewtwo learn about love?": Please reach a friendship and intimacy level of 50 with Mewtwo.]

【获得奖励：联盟币+30000；攻击+4；特攻+4；自由属性点+5；觉醒新的能力：超能力lv1】

Unexpectedly, Mewtwo's affection and friendship levels have reached 50, and Ash's long-awaited psychic power has finally awakened.

"Raising a cat is really not easy."

Suddenly, perhaps because it had resolved its inner conflict, a bright light appeared on Mewtwo's body, resonating with X in the petri dish.

[Ding! Usable waste recycling components detected. Collection system activated!]

X's body suddenly began to condense and deform, and after a moment it turned into a brightly colored stone, which flashed out of the petri dish and landed in Ash's hand.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Mewtwo Mega Evolution Stone X+1]

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What's going on? That's not trash! Don't you dare do anything on your own!

It was built by Giovanni at great expense, so let's show him some respect!

Just then, the institute's doors suddenly opened, and A-Du and Chairman Yagami walked in with smiles on their faces.

"President, this is Xiao Zhi, the outstanding young man I was talking about. He is destined to become the cornerstone of the League's future and is also our League champion this year!"

"And inside that petri dish is the mysterious Pokémon codenamed X..."

"Hmm, where did my big Pokémon go?"

"Uh, Adu, would you believe me if I said it turned into a stone?"

"what!"

……

After confirming that X had indeed turned into a rock and flown into Ash's hand in the surveillance footage, Lance and the chairman could only helplessly accept reality.

"Never mind, we only called you here because we saw that Mewtwo was able to perfectly control X, so we wanted to entrust it to you to take care of."

"The research that needed to be done has already been completed, so it's actually better this way."

Lance waved his hand casually, telling Ash to put away Mewtwo's Mega Stone.

Seeing that the other party had said so, Xiao Zhi naturally accepted it gladly. This trip to help out had yielded quite a reward.

However, just as he was about to leave, the short, chubby, and somewhat intimidating-sounding president, Iori Yagami, suddenly called him back.

"By the way, Ash, I heard from Damaranchi that you've decided to represent Kanto in the Elite Four selection for the Supreme League."

"You currently have two major championship titles, and you are one short of qualifying for the competition."

"There are many regions where the League Tournament will be held later, and many of these leagues have their own unique rules. Have you decided where you want to challenge them?"

Speaking of this, Ash suddenly remembered the Blaziken that had left a deep impression on him during a previous competition.

"If we consider the most suitable time for the League Tournament, I would probably go to Hoenn."

Chapter 344 The Last of the Capital

After the awards ceremony ended the next day, everyone gradually began their journeys home.

At the dock, Ash also came to see Gary off.

"Xiao Mao, are you leaving so soon?"

"Yes, my grandfather introduced me to Professor Yamanashi in the Sinnoh region. I will be going to the Pokémon Nature Reserve there to become an assistant researcher and officially begin my research career."

"Of course, the sooner the better!"

Of course, this time when Gary goes to the Sinnoh region, he can't bring his cheerleading girlfriends with him.

After all, research is a serious matter, but this made all his girlfriends cry their eyes out.

In order not to affect other passengers, Xiao Mao could only turn around and reassure them.

"Okay, my darlings, this is just a short separation."

"I believe that when we meet again, you will see an even better version of me, so please don't cry anymore, or I'll be sad."

As he spoke, he smugly blew on his bangs.

"Yes, Master Shigeru!" ×10

That's the good thing about being handsome; even when he does something greasy, he still looks refreshing.

Anyway, Ash could never do it, although it might look pretty good if he did.

"By the way, I noticed that several of your girlfriends were holding very thick exam preparation books. What are they doing?"

"Oh, my little darlings said they're going to work hard to become researchers and then come to Sinnoh to find me."

"What a lovely bunch."

"That can't be right. I just saw a few of them sneaking up behind you with that thick, brick-like book, planning to give you a good whack on the back of the head!"

That's definitely a plan to knock Shigeru unconscious, tie him up, and take him back to Pallet Town, right? Absolutely!

If Xiaozhi hadn't accidentally discovered it, they would have attacked immediately!

"Haha, Ash, you're such a joker."

"I don't think that's a joke..."

The way Gary's girlfriends are looking at Ash now is clearly the look of a jerk who thinks they're ruining their plans.

However, judging from Ash's perception of their Aura's emotions, it seems that they really do intend to become Pokémon Researchers.

This is about as difficult as getting a junior high school student into Tsinghua University... Xiao Zhi can only wish them success.

"By the way, Xiaozhi, where are your girlfriends? Why are you here to see me off when you're not seeing them off?"

"Oh, what are you saying? Xiao Mao, you are my dearest friend, my brother!"

"Of course you're more important!"

Actually, it's because Sabrina is there. Her Teleport can send others to the nearest Blackwood City, and then they can use the Teleporter in the gym to return to Kanto, which is very convenient.

And last night, during our "sleeping together" night, Xiao Zhi picked me up and shoved me around, then pinned me to the ground and against the wall (it was like a farewell dance!).

I used the Shiny Sea Rat's Crystal Burst to bid them farewell one by one.

Cai Dou was the first to leave because she needed to catch a flight, and Xiao Gang received a call from home immediately after the ceremony ended, rushing back in a panic.

Hanako's mother and Professor Oak hitched a ride on President Damaranchi's private plane back to Kanto, leaving Ash with only Gary to see him off.

That's why I brought Xiaoxia and Pikachu to see them off early in the morning.

"Hmm, that sounds very touching, but knowing you as I do, you must have other motives for saying such nice things!"

"Of course not!"

Gary used Insight, but Ash activated his ability, Hard Man Face, and Insight failed to work.

The two glared at each other, choking back tears, until they both finally laughed.

"Forget it, I know without you saying it. A Pokémon fanatic like you would definitely ask about Reggielechi and Reggiedorago."

Gary readily took a notebook out of his backpack and handed it to Satoshi.

"Legend has it that Regigigas created the Pillars of the Gods by combining the power of various natural elements with his own image."

"After the Giant King fell into slumber, the divine pillars scattered to various hidden ruins."

"This notebook contains maps of the possible locations of the ruins where the divine pillars might exist, as well as some key points for exploring the ruins.

"Whether you're looking for the Thunder Pillar, the Dragon Pillar, or any other divine pillar, you can explore these ruins."

"The Crown Snowfield in the Galar region currently has the largest number of undiscovered ruins."

"Some ruins require solving numerous puzzles and mechanisms to open, but I believe that with your abilities, Ash, you should be fine."

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained "Little Shigeru's Adventure Notes" +1]

[Shirrut's Adventure Notes: This is a perfect book compiled by the mature Shirrut after removing most of the conceited and arrogant content from the original manuscript. It's a very practical adventure guide! (Epic quality!)]

"What? The most important content has been removed!" Ash was actually more interested in Gary's smug and narcissistic side.

After all, that's Xiao Mao's embarrassing past. If we could hold onto that information, wouldn't we be able to laugh at him mercilessly in the future?

"What did you say?"

"No, Shigeru, the ship is about to leave. Be careful on the road, and remember to write to me when you arrive in Sinnoh!"

"Okay, I wish you a smooth journey ahead, Xiao Zhi. Keep up the good work in the new region!"

Soon, Xiao Mao boarded a boat and disappeared into the horizon.

Ash carefully put away the notes he was given, planning to go to the Crown Tundra to catch the Regirock together when he went to the Galar region to play with Bea later.

Now, Ash and Misty also need to prepare to set off.

"Let's put this sad farewell behind us for now. Misty, Pikachu, let's go home and rest for a few days, and then we'll get ready to head to the Hoenn region right away!"

Ash can't wait to meet the new Pokémon.

"Wait a minute, Ash. Didn't I tell you last night that I can't go to the Hoenn region with you for the time being?"

"What? Is that true?"

Last night, Xiaoxia was either passionately kissing or begging for mercy; Xiaozhi had no recollection of what she said at all.

"Such important words, you better listen carefully!" Xiaoxia activated her long-unused Gyarados Big Head form.

She was already angry because of her three unreliable older sisters.

Those three older sisters, who were really bad influences, actually abandoned the Cerulean Gym after winning a travel voucher for a trip around the world, forcing her to go back and stay at the gym.

Xiaozhi has forgotten what she said, and Xiaoxia is really angry.

After venting her anger, she calmed down with Xiaozhi's comforting words.

"In short, I can't leave the Cerulean Gym unattended until my sisters come back. It's a bit of a shame, but I really can't go on the Hoenn trip with Ash."

"What the hell? How could this be?"

Although once Ash arrives in a new city, it's easy for him to meet Misty after setting up a teleportation point.

But when he travels without companions, he always feels like something is missing.