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Time passed swiftly. Under Tapu Koko's guidance, nearly all the residents of the islands had seen their new deity—Solgaleo.
Solgaleo naturally bestowed his divine blessings without hesitation.
The rising sea levels had stopped due to Solgaleo's intervention.
They had even begun to gradually recede significantly.
Although most of the creatures on the islands were affected by their berserk state, after seeing Ribombee, Lurantis, Wishiwashi, and Kommo-o—who served as the island Totems—all make gestures of submission, the others followed suit.
In the world of Pokémon, strength commanded respect above all else.
Now that they had also received Solgaleo's favor, they naturally and willingly submitted at the deity's feet.
Departing from Melemele Island toward Ula'ula Island marked the completion of visiting all four islands.
However, because Tapu Bulu, the patron saint of Ula'ula Island, was sleeping soundly, he didn't emerge to offer greetings.
Tapu Koko glanced cautiously at Solgaleo, worried that the new deity might be displeased by Tapu Bulu's apparent disrespect.
Fortunately, Solgaleo didn't care much about such ceremonial formalities.
From Tapu Bulu, he had already sensed sufficient goodwill.
That was enough for Solgaleo.
"La~"
Thank you for your hard work. Just come find me if you need anything—I live near the dark tower.
"Koko!"
Understood! No trouble at all! Happy to serve!
Tapu Koko raised his hand in a military salute, looking rather adorable.
After Solgaleo bid farewell to Tapu Koko, the lion deity walked slowly across the sea toward Akala Island.
The sky gradually darkened as the setting sun roused many resting trainers.
At the same time, many practitioners who had just finished their busy work chose to rest.
Tonight was destined to be a night of conflicting schedules among the trainers.
Tapu Lele, who resided on Akala Island, stretched lazily.
"Lele~"
Finally, some rest. So many Pokémon came today needing treatment.
Just as Tapu Lele was about to pack up and prepare for bed, she suddenly sensed a human Trainer approaching in her direction.
Tapu Lele's previously cheerful expression immediately fell.
"Lele..."
Why is there another one...
That annoying Tapu Koko!
Tapu Koko, who was preparing to build a new temple at his own site, suddenly sneezed.
"Koko?"
Is it getting cold?
Tapu Koko shook his head, didn't think much of it, and continued busying himself with the work at hand.
"Koko!"
The temple must be built as soon as possible!
Tapu Koko clenched his fists and made an encouraging gesture.
On Akala Island, Tapu Lele was too exhausted to discern who the approaching person was.
So many different humans and different Pokémon had arrived here today all at once.
Their scents were all mixed together, and Tapu Lele felt like her sense of smell was about to fail completely.
The visitor was drawing closer and closer, and Tapu Lele forced herself to perk up.
This might be the last one!
Tapu Lele clenched her fist to encourage herself.
"Lele!"
Ollie!
She had heard that a Trainer who came today used this chant for themselves—perhaps it was some kind of spell!
After shouting it, Tapu Lele felt as though she truly had gained some energy.
Tapu Lele's eyes brightened.
So it really is a spell!
Meanwhile, Roy, who had just arrived at Akala Island, looked strangely at Tapu Lele shouting "Ollie" enthusiastically.
Roy's expression was complicated—he hadn't expected a Pokémon's learning ability to be this rapid.
Beyond his surprise, Roy also pondered whether he should tell Tapu Lele the other meaning behind that phrase.
After all, watching this young-looking Pokémon yell strange things in the dead of night was bizarre in itself!
After hesitating repeatedly, when he saw Tapu Lele's bright eyes and joyful expression, Roy decided it was better not to say anything.
When Tapu Lele realized it was Roy, she flapped her wings happily and flew forward, circling around Roy twice.
Lucario, who had followed Roy the entire way, suddenly found himself covered in pink sparkling scales.
"Rio!"
That's not manly at all!
Tapu Lele covered her mouth with a giggle, as if a child's prank had succeeded perfectly.
Lucario prided himself on being a calm and mature adult who didn't concern himself with childish behavior.
"Rio!"
Hmph!
Tapu Lele was still smiling, but she actively asked Roy why he had come so late.
"Lele?"
You're not planning to spend the night at my place, are you?
Hearing their patron saint's bold statement, the Pokémon hiding in the surrounding area suddenly perked up their ears.
If Roy could turn around and look now, he would definitely see many pairs of gossiping eyes peering out.
Hidden in the grass, among the trees, behind rocks...
One by one, they thought they were well-concealed, not realizing that Lucario had already detected them all.
Lucario's ears turned red as he contemplated how to drive away so many Pokémon at once.
Roy didn't think much of it. In his view, Tapu Lele was still a child.
Wasn't a childlike heart the same as being a child?
Roy didn't consider himself that perverted.
His role model was Senior Cyril!
So Roy simply smiled and patted Tapu Lele's head, explaining his purpose.
"Perhaps you've heard of the deity of the Moon—Lunala?"
Hearing this familiar name, Tapu Lele's spirits immediately lifted.
"Lele!"
Of course I have! That's one of our deities!
The names of the deities were sacred titles that must be engraved in one's soul.
After receiving an affirmative answer, Roy felt relieved.
This way, everything that followed could be explained more easily.
He explained that Cosmog, who was another Child of the Stars, had been captured by the Illumaniti and brainwashed for an extended period.
As a result, after absorbing light and evolving into Lunala, the deity had become extremely aggressive.
Tapu Lele flailed wildly in the air, even throwing a series of punches.
This was enough to demonstrate how important the deities were to the Tapu guardian spirits of Alola's Spirit Realm.
"Lele!"
I'm going to blow them away! Don't stop me!
Roy spread his hands. "Go ahead."
"But Noah, who tried to control Lunala, has already died in the Sea of Time and Space."
"We still don't know the exact location of the Illumaniti's headquarters."
Tapu Lele immediately threw another flurry of punches in the air.
This is so frustrating!
In contrast to Tapu Lele's frantic movements in the air, Roy touched his nose thoughtfully.