svetikya Chapter 202 The Injured Riolu
Chapter 202 The Injured Riolu
It was noon, just like any other day.
After leaving Veilstone City, Ash and his friends headed towards Lake Tranquility. Although the time wasn't too tight, they needed to arrive at least two days in advance to make some adjustments.
In the two days after leaving Veiled City, Hikari was probably the busiest person.
Perhaps because of the frantic preparations before the random tournament, this time Hikari chose to work even harder, devising a complete performance for each of her Pokémon, and finally selecting the Pokémon with the highest level of completion to compete.
"While this is one method, Xiaoguang seems a bit too tired these past two days?"
While cooking, Xiao Gang glanced at Xiao Guang's back as he directed the training of the Bogarmans and the others, and said with some concern.
"There's nothing we can do; it's probably impossible to get Hikaru to stop now..."
Ash didn't train his Pokémon this afternoon, which is unusual. After the Team Galactic incident, Ash adjusted his team again.
The old partners have returned to Professor Oak's lab, replaced by Chimchar that seems to be showing signs of evolution, Bellagio that is still steadily accumulating power, and Sporeope that is actively promoting itself.
Ash didn't train any Pokémon today for any particular reason; it's simply because he needs to train himself.
"Waveguide, stay with me!"
Ash closed his eyes and murmured as he tried to condense aura.
After two days of training, Ash can now have a brief five-second aura, but the quality and range of the aura are still far from sufficient, at least not enough for battle.
But at least the information that training can help one master the power of aura gave Ash a lot of inspiration. As long as hard work pays off, it's not a difficult thing.
"Ok?"
Just as Ash's Aura was about to dissipate, a familiar figure suddenly flashed through his Aura vision. Ash immediately stood up and looked to his side and back, an action that caught Brock's attention.
"What's wrong?"
"There seems to be something over there... I'll go check it out."
"Huh? Hey—"
Brock had intended to warn Ash to be careful, but before he could finish speaking, Ash had already run off towards the bushes with Pikachu. Brock could only shake his head helplessly at the sight.
Since it's in this area, nothing bad should happen, right?
Xiao Gang thought to himself.
......
"Is it this way?"
After entering the grass, Ash gathered his Aura again. Following the general information provided by the Aura, Ash parted the grass along the way. After walking for about half a minute, Pikachu seemed to have heard something, and walked ahead to lead the way for Ash while pricking up its ears.
"Pickup!"
Finally, after clearing away the last thicket, Pikachu pointed at the blue-black figure in front of it, who was clutching its right arm, and shouted.
"As expected, Riolu."
Upon noticing Ash and Pikachu approaching, Riolu's already somewhat weak expression flashed with panic.
It took a few steps back and raised its right hand as if preparing to attack. Pikachu wanted to step forward to help Ash block Riolu's attack, but before Pikachu could move, Ash had already stopped it.
"I'll do it."
Under Pikachu's still somewhat uneasy gaze, Ash stepped forward, crouched down, and tried to keep his gaze level with Riolu's. Then—
"Waveguide, stay with me..."
As soon as the words were spoken, Riolu, which had been hostile to Ash and Pikachu just a second ago, froze on the spot, its gaze toward Ash looking somewhat blank and incredulous.
This person's waveguide—
"call."
After using Aura several times, Ash rubbed his slightly sore wrist, but still smiled and said gently:
"In that case, can you trust that I won't attack you?"
"Aww..."
Riolu stood up and nodded.
Although Riolu didn't actively approach Ash at this moment, it was at least no longer as distant and wary as it had been a moment before.
The similarity in waveguides made Riolu feel an unintentional affinity towards Ash, and given that it really didn't have the strength to continue, Riolu's best option right now, regardless of its intentions, was to accept Ash's kindness.
.......
Meanwhile, at the camp, Dawn, whose training was not yet finished, stopped his training after noticing that Ash was missing and went to Brock's side to ask about Ash's whereabouts.
Xiao Gang simply shook his head, indicating that Xiao Zhi had suddenly discovered something and left.
Although they had no clue as to Ash's whereabouts or what he had discovered, the two of them subconsciously felt that they might be in trouble again.
Sure enough, just as the rustling of the bushes came and Ash stepped out carrying the injured Riolu, Brock and Dawn's expressions changed instantly.
The injury on this Riolu's arm doesn't look natural at all; it must have been caused by a fierce battle.
But here's the problem: the forest they're in isn't very large, and it's a safe zone marked by the Pokémon League, meaning there are no dangerous Pokémon there.
This makes Riolu's injuries worth considering.
However, the most urgent task is still—
"Let me treat its wound."
As Xiao Gang spoke, he rummaged through his backpack and took out medicine and bandages, intending to treat Riolu. However, before Xiao Gang could get close, a look of vigilance flashed across Riolu's face.
Clearly, he hadn't managed to put Riolu at ease.
"I'll do it."
Seeing this, Ash took the initiative to treat Riolu. He understood that if it weren't for the Aura that helped Riolu overcome its wariness, even he would have had difficulty gaining Riolu's trust in such a short time.
......
However, such an injury...
As Ash sprayed medicine on Riolu's wounds, he also began to recall things in his mind.
Ash does remember that Riolu can use Aura Sphere, and although he can't quite recall what caused Riolu's injury, there's only one other answer in the Sinnoh region besides Team Galactic, right?
Hunter J.
Ash's expression turned gloomy.
.......
P.S.: Daily gift request~!
(Thanks to Uncle Ying for his protection and the amazing certification!)
(Also, Happy New Year to everyone!)
(Regarding the storyline, Ash won't participate in the Wallace Cup. Firstly, it's not a large-scale festival, so getting so many ribbon medals is pointless. Secondly, there's no point in writing a storyline about him losing. It would probably take almost two weeks to finish writing about the Wallace Cup. However, Ash will have a chance to shine at the Wallace Cup.)