"Beedrill, Mega!"
Taking out the Keystone, Natsuhiko decisively chose Super Evolution.
Since the "Z Move" can't be used here, Super Evolution is the best choice.
"Sss-Pee!!"
Enveloped in the rich super evolution energy, the experienced Beedrill completed its evolution instantly.
Super Great Needle Bee!
"Buzzwole?!"
The rampaging Buzzwole immediately sensed a huge threat emanating from the Super Great Needle Bee.
Moreover, its fondness for showing off was challenged; the Pokémon dared to flaunt itself in front of it, intensifying its ferocity.
Boom——!!
A clash of ultimate power and extreme speed.
This time.
Super Great Needle Bee and Buzzwole were evenly matched.
But Super Great Needle Bee was not alone.
"Hudi!"
"Togekiss!"
Alakazam's "Strong Mental Will" and Togekiss's "Air Slash" continuously bombarded Buzzwole.
Facing attacks from three sides, Buzzwole gradually fell behind in the contest against Super Great Needle Bee.
"Beedrill, finish it!" Natsuhiko's voice echoed in the mind of Super Great Needle Bee.
"Sss-Pee!"
Super Great Needle Bee understood.
A month-long training, the knowledge gained from Giovanni was transformed into more self-suited techniques.
The Long Needle was completely enveloped in rich Insect Energy.
The terrifying force pressed against Buzzwole's face.
"Buzzwole——!!"
Buzzwole braced its arms, enduring Super Great Needle Bee's attack, squinting its eyes.
This attack from Super Great Needle Bee was strong, nearly overwhelming it.
However.
Buzzwole had an ability akin to Guzzlord.
That is, it can absorb the energy of other Pokémon.
The slender mosquito proboscis clung to Beedrill's Long Needle, continuously absorbing Insect Energy.
As long as it could drain Super Great Needle Bee's energy, none would be its match.
But.
Buzzwole didn't notice one thing.
Neither Super Great Needle Bee nor Natsuhiko, nor Alakazam or Togekiss ever planned to deal with it.
Meanwhile.
It was only a step away from the Ultimate Cave.
Though its retreat was slowing, the suction force from the Ultimate Cave behind was becoming increasingly evident.
"Buzzwole?!"
Buzzwole suddenly realized.
But it was already too late.
Togekiss and Alakazam seized the opportunity, their charged attacks becoming the last straw that broke the camel's back.
"Buzzwole——!!"
As it was squeezed out, Buzzwole was shoved back into the Ultimate Cave.
It hadn't had a chance to enjoy the scenery of the Pokémon Realm before it was pulled back again.
Listening to Buzzwole's final cries, Natsuhiko and Super Great Needle Bee wore a peculiar expression.
Because Buzzwole's last words were....
A challenge!
"Sss-Pee."
'It was a challenge, us three against you.'
"Togekiss~~"
Togekiss couldn't contain itself and burst out laughing.
A smile appeared on Alakazam's face as well.
This marked their first real battle after more than a month of practice; the opponent was not weak and they tested their progress.
Not bad at all.
"Natsuhiko——!!"
Before they could relish the victory, Ash Ketchum's shout was heard along with the approaching Guzzlord.
"Guzzle!!"
Even from afar, its roar could be heard.
Natsuhiko glanced at the once again shrinking Ultimate Cave that had squeezed Buzzwole, and immediately said, "There's not much time left, speed up!"
Upon hearing this.
The three Pokémon quickly put away their smiles and flew towards Guzzlord.
Luckily.
Zeraora and Pikachu, though not a match for Guzzlord, relied on agility to prevent it from achieving a complete harvest.
The "Exotic Beast Enhancement" was not triggered.
And with the addition of the three Pokémon including Super Great Needle Bee, the pressure on Zeraora and Pikachu reduced significantly.
"Move quickly! The Ultimate Cave is disappearing fast!" Natsuhiko sternly instructed.
They rapidly retreated with their Pokémon, abandoning entanglement with Guzzlord.
Natsuhiko waved the Energy Block in his hand.
"Guzzle!"
Guzzlord roared, accelerating further.
Finally.
Thanks to their efforts, Guzzlord arrived at the entrance of the Ultimate Cave.
But now the Ultimate Cave had shrunk immensely compared to before, insignificant compared to Guzzlord's size.
This was because having already squeezed Buzzwole in, the tunnel of the Ultimate Cave was hard to sustain.
"We won't make it...," Diya said dejectedly.
"Last chance, give it a try!" Natsuhiko urged.
"Yes, let's try it!" Ash Ketchum quickly agreed.
"Beedrill, Power Grid!"
"Pikachu, let's use Power Grid too!"
At this moment, Guzzlord suddenly realized the direction it was heading and immediately stopped, even attempting to back away.
However, Super Great Needle Bee and Pikachu's combined "Power Grid" trapped Guzzlord, limiting its movement.
While restraining Guzzlord, the Pokémon gathered energy to launch their final strike.
"Tapu~~"
Then.
A sudden melodious sound quickly approached.
A golden current pierced through the clouds, reinforcing the "Power Grid" that Guzzlord was about to break free from.
"Tapu Koko!" Ash Ketchum shouted excitedly at the Pokémon appearing before them.
Compared to the Tapu Koko Natsuhiko had seen, this one was pitch black, with a significant color difference.
This difference.
Was possibly due to it being a shiny Pokémon.