I caught a Pokémon

"Oh my..." She had barely landed when she looked at Xia You with a look of admiration and exclaimed, "You really put on quite a show again!"

Although the three sacred birds blocked most of the energy leakage, some energy was still not blocked. That energy turned into wind, clouds, and rain, causing a huge impact on the surrounding sea and even coastal areas.

The hurricane and tsunami not only impacted the islands, but also the coast guard ships sailing towards the center of the sea, which were inevitably violently rocked by the storm.

“This is not my fault.” Xia You shook her head, glanced at Chi Yansong and the others beside her, and shrugged. “It was all their fault. I was just a passerby who happened to be passing by, who happened to snatch back the pearl, who happened to capture them, and who happened to resolve this matter.”

"You really have a lot of coincidences." Lila smiled slightly at Xia You's self-deprecating remark. "Anyway, thank you so much this time. Not only did you avert a major crisis for the people of Hoenn, but you also brought the leaders of Team Magma and Team Aqua to justice. Your contributions are evident to all, and we will always remember them!"

"It's nothing. After all, I also enjoy honing myself through events like these, making myself stronger. So, personally, the more of these, the better." However, Xia You then changed the subject, half-jokingly adding, "Of course, it would be even better if you could offer some tangible rewards!"

He only meant to make a little joke, but to his surprise, Lila actually nodded!

"Of course there will be a reward."

"Huh?" Xia You was extremely surprised to hear that there really was a reward. "There really is!?"

“Of course,” Lila smiled. “After a decision by the higher-ups, we have decided to officially award you the honorary title of Interpol Special Investigator, and you will also receive a bonus!”

"Special investigator? Bonus?"

Upon hearing Lila's confirmation, Xia You's eyes lit up immediately.

Special investigators are of no importance to him, and besides, it's just an honorary title. It doesn't matter whether he has it or not, it won't change anything, and it certainly won't let him act arrogantly.

But nobody ever complains about having too much money!

Although he didn't know how much he would receive, he was already very happy to get any money at all.

Compared to him, the faces of Crimson Flame Pine and Water Wutong, who were standing to the side, completely darkened upon hearing these words.

As those directly involved, they know perfectly well why this man received all of this.

hateful…

This was all achieved at our own expense!

He was furious, but it did nothing to help.

Lila then added, "Actually, this matter was decided a long time ago, but as you know, approvals can be very troublesome for departments like ours. Fortunately, it's almost finalized, and I believe it won't be long before it reaches you."

How much money will it be?

When Xia You asked, Lila unexpectedly kept her in suspense: "You'll know when it's handed out. The only thing I can tell you is that it's definitely no less than the prize money you received at the conference!"

This answer is actually rather general.

After all, the Quartz League and the Silver League, being on the same continent, are divided into two tournaments, resulting in a significant reduction in both their strength and prize money.

I've heard that the prize money for the Saiyu Tournament is quite generous, but I don't know which tournament Lila is referring to.

Even if it's low, it's still two or three million. Getting such a large sum of money for free is quite good.

"So, at least my efforts weren't in vain," he laughed. "But then again, with titles and bonuses, it seems you really want to tie me to your cause!"

"Is there anything strange about that?" Lila smiled frankly. "A trainer as strong as you with such sound values ​​has always been a valuable partner for us. For the sake of stability in various regions, we naturally want to do everything we can to win you over!"

Ok…

He admits to being very powerful, but as for having the right values...?

His outlook on life and values ​​are definitely fine, but his views on love...

cough cough.

Let's not talk about it anymore.

However, it's quite a coincidence that I became a special investigator for the research institute under Dr. Sakuragi before, and now I've become a special investigator for Interpol. It seems I really do have a connection with this name.

But Xia You only wanted to say that he had never actively wanted to investigate anything; it was all just a matter of chance that things happened one after another!

At this moment, Lila suddenly said, "What I just said was just formality. As a personal expression of gratitude, how about I treat you to a meal after we've finished all this?"

Instantly, A-Quan, Huo-Yan, and Xiao-Xia all looked over, their gazes filled with varying degrees of hostility.

Feeling uneasy, Xia You quickly waved his hand and said, "I don't have time right now, let's do it another day."

Knowing that he was a very busy person, not only had to challenge the gyms, but also had to prepare for the upcoming Rainbow Tournament, Lila did not insist and simply nodded.

"Alright, then I'll wait for your news."

While the two were talking, the coast guard ship had already approached the stranded Lava Team vessel.

As you can see, a large number of police officers boarded the ship and filed in, quickly bringing the situation under control and taking the injured Marines and Lavas to the coast guard vessel.

After the two finished exchanging pleasantries, Lila, along with Xia You and the others, and escorted Chi Yansong and the others, boarded the coast guard ship.

We're in for a lot of work from now on.

The interrogation of those who detained the Lava Team and the Ocean Team was not mentioned.

Speaking of Xia You alone, through his efforts, A Quan and Huo Yan also received special pardons from the International Police.

The two were designated as informants, and as long as they explained the situation clearly, they would not be punished.

This is already the best possible outcome.

However, it's not like they're completely out of the woods. Given their past actions and the long time they've been in the organization, to prevent anything from happening and to make the punishment seem more severe, they need to be observed for another year under the supervision of their guardians to confirm whether they have truly reformed.

And the person in charge of monitoring them, needless to say, was Xia You!

But this is just a formality. After all, Xia You has to travel around, so how could she possibly keep an eye on them all the time?

Lila knew this, which is why she made this arrangement. To put it bluntly, she was just using her privileges to go through the motions!

Even if her handling of this matter might displease her superiors, she had no choice but to do it.

After all, the international police and Xia You were in the sweetest honeymoon period. As long as the requests weren't too excessive or involved any matters of principle, she would try her best to satisfy them.

This also shows how much she values ​​Xia You.

Everything is proceeding smoothly, and it seems that everything has truly settled down.

While A-Quan and Huo-Yan were being taken into the ship's interrogation room to give their statements, Xia-You and Xiao-Xia leaned against the deck railing, gazing contentedly at the distant sky.

The dark clouds had dispersed, and even the sea seemed to have returned to calm.

If it weren't for the fact that the few small islands that originally existed on the map have become fragmented and sunk into the sea, completely erasing them from the map, probably no one would know that such a great battle actually took place in a certain area of ​​the sea!

"It's finally over!" The sea breeze gently ruffled Xiaoxia's bangs as she smiled. "Now we can focus on our trip and prepare for the Rainbow Festival!"

"Yes, it's really over. There won't be any more Team Aqua or Team Magma jumping out." Xia You also sighed, "As long as I get the last badge, I can participate in the Rainbow Tournament. It's really fast."

Hearing this, Xiaoxia became somewhat sentimental again.

That's right...

This trip to the Hoenn region seems to be coming to an end.

After the Rainbow Tournament ends, she must return to Cerulean City to inherit the Gym...

But I... haven't spent enough time with Xia You yet...

I'm really not reconciled...

Xia You was unaware of the girl's thoughts, but he didn't say anything more. Instead, he and Xiaoxia quietly watched the scenery in the distance.

They didn't know how much time had passed when two soft footsteps sounded beside them, and A-Quan and Huo-Yan walked up to them.

Looking at them, Xia You smiled and said, "You all seem to be doing well. So, is it all over?"

Chapter 741 Three Encounters with Rainbow Beans

"It's over." A-Quan sighed deeply, leaning against the railing, gazing at the white clouds in the sky, his heart filled with endless emotions. "Thanks to you, we're all safe now. Our identities have been removed from Team Lava and Team Ocean, and we've been reassigned as your subordinates, which means we've completely severed ties with them."

Looking at Huoyan beside him, Huoyan nodded, indicating that she and Aquan had the same approach.

Did Lila mention what would happen to the Flame Pine and the Water Paulownia?

Ah Quan shrugged: "What else can happen? They'll definitely be sent back to the mainland to face trial. I reckon they'll spend the rest of their lives in prison with those serious criminals."

Xia You was not surprised by this result. After all, there is no death penalty in this world. Being sentenced to life imprisonment, confined to a small room for the rest of their lives until they die alone and miserable, is already the greatest punishment for them.

"That's good. What are your plans for the future?"

A-Quan looked at him with a half-smile: "What arrangements could there be? Didn't that woman just ask you to supervise us? We're in the observation period now, what can we do? It seems that whether officially or privately, we're firmly bound to your side."

“No one is restricting your freedom.” Hearing this, Xia You shook her head. “Supervision is just a formality. Besides, I need to continue traveling and can’t keep you by my side all the time. I think Lila knows this, but she still made me her supervisor, which must mean the same thing.”

However, after thinking about it, he still said, "How about this, just like I told you before, you two go to Kanto. I have an investment there, and there are some idle people who are not liked by the world. It's a good place for you two to go."

From Xia You's expression and tone, both A-Quan and Huo-Yan sensed that he seemed to have a deeper purpose.

Huo Yan asked softly, "Is there a problem with them?"

“There’s no problem.” Xia You shrugged. “The original investment was just a small thing, and I didn’t take it to heart. But to be honest, as their numbers increase, I’m a little worried. I’m afraid they’ll cause trouble under my name, so I hope you two can keep an eye on things for me.”

"I see." Huo Yan agreed without hesitation. "I understand. Since it's your request, I'll go to Kanto."

She beat him to it, and A-Quan rolled his eyes, but could only say, "Yes, sir, Inspector."

"Are you kidding me?" Xia You glared at her upon hearing that address. "This is a necessary procedure for your whitewashing!"

"Don't want to hear this?" A-Quan said "Oh" and looked at him with a mischievous grin. "In that case, I can only call you 'Boss' then, or do you still want us to call you 'Master'?"

Xia You nearly choked to death on her own saliva!

He truly witnessed Ah Quan's passion and audacity.

As expected of a woman who could become the number two in an evil organization, she speaks with great authority.

However, this is not a joke to be taken lightly.

It might not be a big deal in private, but Xia is right here. If she hears this, it will have a terrible impact!

However, the title "boss" doesn't seem appropriate either.

People who don't know the situation might think he's created another organization like Team Aqua or Team Magma!

However, when Xia You thought about how the biker gang members also called her that, and how the word had already spread, she could only sigh helplessly.

Oh well, let them call us whatever they want.

……

Because they still needed to deliver the Water Wutong and the Crimson Flame Pine back to headquarters, and their destinations were in opposite directions, Xia You and Xiao Xia disembarked at an island called Ganga Island.

They need to stop here to see if there are any ships back to the Hoenn continent. As for Izumi and Fire Goose, they will first follow Lila to the headquarters of the International Police in Hoenn to complete the final record before leaving directly from there and taking a plane to the Kanto region.

After saying goodbye to them, the two stood on the dock of Ganga Island, waved to Aquan and Huoyan, and watched the coast guard ship leave.

Only after the coast guard ship disappeared from sight did the two finally turn around and take a look at the small island beneath their feet.

Because the decision to disembark was made at the last minute, they knew absolutely nothing about the island.

Upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that although Ganga Island is not large, it is full of unique features.

Although the structure of the island looks ordinary, with a forest surrounding it and a small town in the forest, it seems no different from other islands. However, on two rocks in the center of the island, they are connected to each other, which looks like an arm showing its muscles lying there!

To their surprise, despite being in a harbor, there wasn't a single person in sight, let alone any ships that had docked there!

"Strange..." Xiaoxia looked around blankly, puzzled, "Where are the residents here?"

Xia You frowned. He also took a look at the time. It was around three or four in the afternoon, not yet time for dinner. But even if everyone was having dinner, there should be at least one pedestrian on the street, right?

Whether there are pedestrians or not doesn't really matter to them, but without a boat, how are they supposed to get back to the Hoenn continent?

Am I going to have to ride Dragonite back again?

Although it was fast, it was really uncomfortable. Not only was he exposed to the sea breeze, but he couldn't even stretch his muscles. He could only sit in one position for several hours at a time, and his body simply couldn't take it.

"Let's find someone to ask about the situation first. But I estimate that, given the size and location of this island, very few ships will reach here. It seems we'll probably have to stay on this island tonight."

The two left the port and walked around the streets for a while, discovering that the town was not actually deserted. For example, in a general store, they saw an elderly woman struggling to organize the merchandise.

Just as I was about to go up and ask, I took only two steps when I suddenly heard a lot of shouting coming from a forest park not far away!

The sounds were like a group of people exercising; they rose and fell in waves, each one powerful and seemingly imposing!

The two exchanged a glance, their curiosity piqued, and simultaneously turned and headed toward the forest park.

After they rounded a few thick trees, the view suddenly opened up, and they saw thirty or forty men and women exercising in an open space. The younger ones were fifteen or sixteen years old, and the older ones were over forty. They were wearing sportswear, some shirtless, some wearing hats, and some wearing sunglasses. They were sitting, squatting, boxing, climbing, and lifting weights. No matter who they were, they all looked like athletes.

"This..." Xiaoxia stared at the crowd, speechless. "So...so spectacular..."

Indeed, it was quite intimidating to see thirty or forty people exercising together, especially when the entire forest park reeked of sweat and hormones, which made the two of them feel unbearable.