Fairy?
What kind of name is that?
But names aren't the focus; what matters is that this "Mr. Fairy's" stance is clear, aligned with their Divine Hall of Snow Peak.
Seeing this outcome, even Feather Moon and the attendants of the Divine Hall of Snow Peak breathed a sigh of relief.
At the same time, Feather Moon's regard for Natsuhiko scaled several notches higher.
Initially, because Natsuhiko helped her daughter and was favored by Azelf—young yet exceptionally skilled—and happened to appear just as the Divine Hall of Snow Peak was about to emerge, Feather Moon had already held Natsuhiko in high esteem.
Yet now, another powerful "Mr. Fairy" has appeared, claiming to be Natsuhiko's master, and having the ability to sway the outcome of this chaotic battle.
Invisibly, Natsuhiko's standing in Feather Moon's heart skyrocketed.
Previously, she contemplated finding several "spokespeople" to negotiate with the alliance on their behalf.
Now it seems, having just one "spokesperson" is sufficient.
'With a master of such prowess, Mr. Natsuka's position in the alliance surely won't be low. If we...no, if we employ him to represent us in negotiations with the alliance, we should at least receive normal treatment...'
The ask isn't high; just being treated normally is enough.
'However, this remuneration for employment...needs some thought.'
Feather Moon has already started pondering this matter.
As for Kawatani Forest on the opposite side?
Not important anymore.
After witnessing Regice's power, she could confirm that Kawatani Forest is no match, as she's no match either.
"Let's put aside the chatter for the time being; let me resolve this trouble for you first," Natsuhiko said, gesturing to stop Feather Moon from saying anything more, his tone calm.
Presenting himself appropriately.
"Thank you, sir!"
Feather Moon bowed slightly.
Originally she did intend to defeat the invaders using the Divine Hall's own strength, while simultaneously seizing the opportunity to bring the Divine Hall of Snow Peak into the public eye.
However, her preparation wasn't as thorough as Kawatani Forest's, coupled with being out of touch with society, this led to a dilemma of indecision.
Even if victorious in the end, it would likely be a pyrrhic victory, with untold numbers of Divine Hall attendants losing their lives.
Now that there's a better way forward, she no longer presses for anything in particular.
Starting today marks the beginning of the Divine Hall of Snow Peak's learning from modern society.
Incessant isolation leads only to self-defeat and obsolescence.
On the other side.
Kawatani Forest had a grim expression, yet did not retreat.
Having targeted Regigigas and the Reggie columns, naturally, he made some contingency plans.
As long as Regigigas and the Three Gods were asleep, there's nothing to worry about.
But now, the emergence of change is unavoidable.
Discreetly, he pressed a special communicator in his hand.
Threw multiple Pokeballs consecutively.
In preparation for attacking the Divine Hall of Snow Peak and dealing with Feather Moon, the Divine Maiden, he had made extensive preparations.
Now, all these measures are naturally used to deal with Natsuhiko.
Yet upon seeing the appearance of Fighting-type Pokémon, Natsuhiko remained unfazed, simply saying, "Regice, Ice Breath."
"Regice!"
Regice responded, raising its hand as icy breath emanated from it.
The bitter cold was sufficient to freeze most Pokémon into ice sculptures.
Though Ice Breath theoretically isn't strong, its extreme low temperature greatly increases the possibility of hitting a weak spot, dealing double damage.
In both cases, it isn't weaker than Rapid Freeze Beam.
"Chaa!"
The first to fall was one of the Medichams that had previously besieged Togekiss.
And then the second, the third.
Once all Medichams fell, it was time for Kawatani Forest's main Pokémon.
Kawatani Forest didn't give up resisting; but Natsuhiko wasn't the only one dealing with him—Feather Moon sensibly engaged his Pokémon.
The rest of them, at most, could be considered second and third-tier Pokémon, essentially unable to threaten Regice.
Regice excelled in special defense, but that didn't mean its physical defense was weak.
Having cleared those second and third-tier Pokémon, it was time for his main Pokémon.
First up was a Shavaron (Hitmonlee).
Standing next to Regice, watching it push through, Natsuhiko furrowed his brow.
Logically speaking.
Given the current situation, the other party should choose to retreat by now.
The sleeping Regigigas and Reggie columns were its targets; awakened, they are absolutely beyond what it can contend with.
What's the insistence here for?
Natsuhiko's gaze swept around.
"Still a backup plan, hidden here? Or waiting?"
Raised his alert level.
Regice may be strong, but Kawatani Forest knowing its strength and remaining—that surely means he has some confidence in handling it.
While pressing, Natsuhiko stayed vigilant, extending psychic abilities to monitor unusual activities around him.
Gradually.
Natsuhiko finally noticed something off.
On an inconspicuous Hunter Guild member, he detected a faint psychic fluctuation.
Very faint.
Not because the psychic ability was weak, but because it was well concealed.
If not for his improved psychic ability after the journey through alternate space, coupled with intentionally searching, he might not have found it.
The person seemed to notice Natsuhiko's psychic scan too.
Raised his head.
An ordinary face beamed at Natsuhiko with...a smile.
A joker-like comical smile.
Meanwhile.
Bam!
Regice's Frozen Fist precisely hit Kawatani Forest's Abilong (Hitmonchan), already severely injured from Regice's attack, it fell.
Its body was enveloped in glistening ice crystals.
At this point, of Kawatani Forest's six main Pokémon, Shavaron and Abilong had been defeated.
From Regice's relentless assault, it was clear this wasn't a mere defeat; whether the two Pokémon could stand again was questionable.
Kawatani Forest's face now couldn't even be described as dark.
He could disregard loss of other Pokémon.
But these two were his main Pokémon, cultivated with all his effort; losing them meant a major decline in his strength.
Ensuring a position or survival amidst the impending turmoil within the Hunter Guild is uncertain.
Kawatani Forest finally couldn't hold it in, shouting, "If you don't show yourself now, all previous terms are null and void, and there's no chance for future collaboration!"
His voice echoed through the hall.
Upon hearing this, Natsuhiko's eyes flashed.
Indeed.
His gaze fixed tightly on the person with the psychic anomaly.
"No need to rush, 'Mr. A.'" Suddenly, a slightly flirtatious woman's voice echoed through the Divine Hall of Snow Peak.
Upon hearing this voice, Natsuhiko's pupils constricted sharply, his heart skipped a beat.
This voice...
This voice...was far too familiar!
Familiar to the point of recurring thoughts daily.
"So it's her..." Natsuhiko murmured.
In his sight, the grinning Pokemon Hunter with a clown-like smile, the psychic power surged, its appearance transformed.
Emerging was actually...a Mr. Mime!
Its owner also revealed itself this moment.
Once an Elite Four Reserve of the alliance, Electric-type Pokémon specialist trainer, who captured Zapdos in Goldenrod City in the Kanto Region, retired triumphantly, having toyed with Natsuhiko and Lance in the palm of her hand...
Alliance traitor.
Tom Rokicki!
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