"Leap up, then use [DOUBLE TEAM]!"
With incredible agility, Frogadier launched itself into the air, instantly splitting into over a dozen afterimages, surrounding Kommo-o in a seamless formation.
"Kommo-o, take this! Here's everything Frogadier and I have—[WATER PULSE]!"
"Koga!"
Flipping his cap backward, Satoshi shouted, unleashing countless razor-sharp water shuriken formed from Water Pulse that sliced toward Kommo-o.
"Jala?!"
The barrage surged forward like lightning, slicing through the air and slamming into Kommo-o's massive frame.
"Ja…" With one final flicker of blazing energy, Kommo-o collapsed, completely spent.
"We did it…"
The battle over, Satoshi stood bathed in golden sunlight. Frogadier panted beside him, both trainer and Pokémon sharing an exhausted but joyful glance under the warming rays.
If Raichu hadn't paralyzed it—(best supporter!)—the others could never have kept pace with Kommo-o's blistering speed.
If Rillaboom hadn't worn it down with Acrobatics—(top damage dealer!)—Frogadier wouldn't have had a chance.
If Combusken hadn't swiftly cleared out all those wild Pokémon—(fastest and hardest worker!)—the team wouldn't have saved enough energy to even reach Kommo-o.
Combusken: Seriously, we're amazing!
This battle was undeniably won by teamwork—and it was easily the greatest victory Satoshi had ever achieved.
With Kommo-o defeated, the Dragon-type trial was officially cleared.
But honestly…Satoshi had nothing left.
Oh no… I just realized I skipped breakfast today…
It was already noon. The exhaustion from using three Z-Moves back-to-back, skipping breakfast, the long trek, and even using the Bond Phenomenon with Frogadier had completely drained him.
As soon as the battle ended, he couldn't even mimic Frogadier's pose anymore, reverting instantly to normal—totally spent.
This was basically every debuff stacked at once.
Uika seemed to notice his condition. Gently, she wrapped her arms around Satoshi's waist from behind, pressing softly against his back with a slight, rhythmic tremble.
"Satoshi, let me give you a lap pillow. Just rest on my thighs for a bit, okay?"
Her cheeks flushed softly pink, and she whispered teasingly into his ear.
"Huh? Are you sure? How's your leg?"
"It's almost all better."
Satoshi felt her tenderness and charm, but internally, he had only one question:
Why does Uika sound so weird saying that?!
[As expected, Satocchi is a clueless straight dude.]
Sorry, Sakiko! Forgive me!
I'll apologize properly once I calm Satoshi down, okay?
Yet Uika felt strangely guilt-free at this point.
Whatever, might as well enjoy it. Sakiko isn't even officially dating him yet!
She carefully guided Satoshi's head onto her lap, helping him settle comfortably.
Utterly exhausted, Satoshi closed his eyes. Uika softly massaged his knees, her warm, gentle palms soothing away his fatigue.
"Thanks, Electivire."
"Elei~"
Electivire handed over the Dragonium Z, which Uika gently placed into Satoshi's palm.
He'd already drifted into a peaceful sleep.
Satoshi… that battle just now was really something.
Whenever I'm with him, it's completely different from being around others… I feel so relaxed and happy.
Uika herself was exhausted too, but right now, she was utterly absorbed by the boy asleep on her lap.
Normally, her life revolved around work and rigorous training. Her idol teammate, Mana Sumita, was just a lively girl obsessed with donuts—no help at all in soothing Uika's tired heart. She always had to keep up appearances, hiding behind a stiff smile, endlessly playing the perfect idol.
But with Satoshi—and even Sakiko—it was completely different. No need for masks, just effortless comfort.
Without thinking, she leaned closer to his face.
As for what she planned to do…
Of course, kiss him!
He's asleep anyway, right?
Seeing him bravely stand up to Team Skull earlier had completely stolen her heart, igniting feelings she couldn't control.
Just one little kiss…
Uika's heart pounded furiously, her breath quickening.
She hesitated briefly, her lips hovering gently above his. Finally, she closed the distance, softly pressing her lips to his warm, gentle mouth.
As they touched, her brow furrowed slightly.
A faint trace of another girl lingered… but whose?
She didn't dwell on it long, quickly pulling back, licking her lips as she savored the faint taste.
It felt good—dangerously good. She could easily get addicted.
Then suddenly—
Wait, what did I just do?!
Shame surged through her, heart racing out of control.
As a high school girl who had never even dated, Uika couldn't believe she'd just stolen a kiss from Satoshi.
It was just a momentary impulse—her body acted on its own! It wasn't Misumi Uika herself who'd done that!
Officially cutting ties with that action!
If Team Skull hadn't stirred things up, Satoshi wouldn't have seemed nearly as attractive…probably…maybe…right?
Yep, definitely Team Skull's fault!
Sorry again, Sakiko…
Despite the guilt, Uika closed her eyes, savoring the sweetness of the moment with a blissful smile.
"Koga-koga~" (I saw nothing. Girls are scary.)
"Elei-elei." (A kiss, huh? I haven't even found a partner yet.)
Frogadier and Electivire exchanged awkward looks, sighing deeply together.
...
Twenty minutes later, Satoshi opened his eyes, fully recharged, lifting himself gently from Uika's lap.
All charged up!
"Thanks, Uika."
"No worries, I'm fine too."
Satoshi clenched his fists, feeling fresh energy surging inside.
Feels like I could launch two more Z-Moves right now!
This was the miracle stamina of the Super Rookie, no explanation necessary!
Uika had planned to leave, but Satoshi approached the unconscious Totem Pokémon instead.
Huh? Is he trying to catch it? Isn't capturing Totem Pokémon forbidden?
Uika tilted her head, puzzled.
The Island Challenge had clear rules—capturing Totem Pokémon was strictly prohibited. They existed solely to test trainers, and the Alola region took this rule seriously.
Yet in Uika's curious gaze, Satoshi merely lifted Kommo-o's head and retrieved a Full Restore from his backpack.
[Satocchi~ yasashii, ne~]
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T/N: frick i forgot what i was gonna say... sorry im just SOOO OLD that yknow i have dementia, let me quickly reread nvm i give up btye
T/N2: yeah no excuse this time :sob: WAIT NO I WAS STARTING NEW TLS SO HA! yeah sorrrey heres the 4 chapters!
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100 stones -> 1 chapter
200 stones -> 2 chapters
300 stones -> 3 chapters
and so on
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