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It was essentially an orphanage from Mamon's past life.
This was why the Aether Foundation had such a great reputation in the Alola region. Lusamine had a dark side that remained hidden from the public. However, the work the Aether Foundation did to rescue wild Pokemon and help people was naturally respected by everyone.
Mamon and Caitlin arrived at the Aether House. They brought many supplies for the children and the Pokemon.
"Thank you very much for coming to visit the children," an Aether Foundation staff member said gratefully.
Mamon and Caitlin had brought a large amount of snacks, toys, books, and clothing.
"You are welcome. We are just doing what little we can," Mamon replied with a smile.
Caitlin was currently with her Hattrem, which had evolved from a Hatenna. She patiently told stories to the children.
"You are the ones doing the hard work. It must be very tiring to adopt and protect them."
Mamon looked at the innocent smiles on the faces of the children and could not help but smile as well.
"Not at all. Many kind people come to play with them. The children are very well behaved. If I had to mention one problem..."
The foundation staff member remembered something from the past. An angry expression appeared on her face.
"When Team Skull was still around, they often came to harass us. Those thugs had no sympathy. They even bullied these cute children."
For the staff of the Aether Foundation, the group they hated most was definitely Team Skull. In their eyes, those hoodlums were worse than beasts. They lacked empathy and actively sought to cause trouble.
Most of the Aether Foundation staff did not know the truth. Their beloved President Lusamine had been in contact with Guzma for a long time.
"But Team Skull is gone now. Our lives have become much more peaceful," the staff member said with a sigh of relief.
When the staff member learned that Team Skull had disbanded, he was incredibly happy. He did not know who was responsible for it. If he did, he would have shown his gratitude with the highest honors.
"That is for the best."
Mamon chuckled softly. Team Skull was indeed hated by everyone. However, Team Rocket was different.
Even though they were a dark organization, Team Rocket did not bully ordinary people on a whim. They certainly did not target kind institutions like the Aether House. Mamon disagreed with such actions. Who said an evil organization had to find joy in bullying commoners?
"Hi everyone! I am back again!"
A girl with a bit of baby fat walked through the open door. She wore a dark blue dress. her voice was lively and pleasant to the ear. When the children saw her, they immediately ran to welcome her.
"Big Sister Acerola!"
"Be good now. Did you all read your books today?"
The girl named Acerola smiled so widely that her eyes turned into crescents. She looked at the children with affection. Mamon watched the scene quietly. His gaze remained fixed on Acerola.
She had deep purple hair of medium length. Her hairstyle was very similar to a Mareanie. Her face was cute with a bit of baby fat, and her body was slender and small. She wore a dress with clear patch marks and a gold armband on her left arm.
This was Acerola, one of the Captains of Ula'ula Island. She was also a future member of the Alola Ghost-type Elite Four.
She was a friendly and lively girl. Although her clothes looked tattered, that was simply her preference. Her father was the owner of the Malie City Library. Acerola was a descendant of the Alolan royal family. The armband on her left arm was a royal bracelet.
The era of kingdoms was a thing of the past now that the League ruled. Some places still had people called princesses or kings, but those were just titles. Acerola called herself an 'ancient princess,' but it was only a self-proclaimed title.
"There are some new faces here. Hello there! I am Acerola."
After comforting the children, Acerola blinked her large eyes. She gave Mamon and Caitlin a cheerful and cute smile as she introduced herself. She was clearly an extroverted person.
"We have heard of you, Captain Acerola of Ula'ula Island," Mamon said with a smile.
"I am Mamon."
"I am Caitlin. It is a pleasure to meet you."
Caitlin gave a graceful bow. Her beautiful eyes watched Acerola with curiosity. The main reason Mamon had brought her to the Aether House was Acerola.
"Caitlin, you are so beautiful!"
Acerola's exclamation was sincere. She was truly impressed by Caitlin's beauty and aura. That noble and elegant temperament of a high-class lady was not something an ordinary person could possess.
"Thank you. You are also very beautiful, Acerola. Your dress has a very unique style."
"Hehe! Really? I am so happy. I made this myself!"
Acerola's eyes turned into crescents again. Any girl would be happy to receive a compliment, especially from someone as beautiful as Caitlin.
'She is a very simple and pure girl.'
Caitlin made a judgment in her heart almost immediately. She could tell Acerola's personality after just a few sentences.
"Acerola, are you free right now?" Mamon asked at the right moment.
"Hmm... I do not have anything to do. That is why I came to play with everyone."
Acerola tilted her head in confusion, but she still answered the question.
"Then, could you have a battle with Caitlin? A battle where you go all out?"
"Eh?" Acerola was stunned.
"Acerola, would that be alright?" Caitlin asked as well.
"Well... I am actually very strong."
Acerola hesitated. Although she was pure-hearted, she knew her own strength was very high. If she went all out, she might crush the opponent's spirit. Many Trainers on Ula'ula Island had already suffered at her hands.
"You do not need to worry about that. Caitlin is also a very powerful Trainer," Mamon said with a laugh.
"Really? Okay! I love battling too."
Acerola's eyes lit up. She revealed a bright smile. Mamon remained silent and watched the two girls. Caitlin had made great progress recently. It was time to find an opponent who could put more pressure on her.
Acerola was an Elite Four level Trainer who specialized in Ghost-types. She was a perfect choice. Mamon was also skilled with Ghost-types, but he was currently much stronger than Caitlin. The effect of his training was no longer perfect.
For a powerful Trainer, battling against a Type disadvantage was a necessary lesson.
'Good luck, Caitlin!'
# Chapter 27
The two women went outside the Aether House after agreeing to a battle. The children from the Aether House followed them with great excitement. They wanted to see the Pokemon battle between the two big sisters they liked.
They did not need to search for a battlefield. There was a large empty space right outside the Aether House. Caitlin and Acerola stood on opposite sides and faced each other.
"This is great. I have not had a battle in a long, long time."
Acerola looked at Caitlin with her hands behind her back. She tilted her head slightly and smiled. She truly hoped that Caitlin was strong. Otherwise, she would be disappointed.
"You have to be careful, Caitlin. I am very strong. Even Uncle Nanu might not be a match for me."
Acerola's smile remained cute. The 'Uncle Nanu' she mentioned was the Island King of Ula'ula Island.
"Please guide me."
Caitlin had a slight smile on her face. She was ready. Mamon had already told her that Acerola was an Elite Four level Ghost-type Trainer. Battling Acerola meant her entire team would have a Type disadvantage. However, Caitlin did not believe she would lose.
"Alright! Here I come!"
Acerola threw her first Poke Ball. A doll-like Pokemon with a zipper on its mouth appeared. It was a pure Ghost-type, Banette. They had already discussed the rules and the order of the battle. Caitlin sent out Alakazam to face the Banette.
The battle officially began.
"I wonder if Caitlin can defeat Acerola."
Mamon sat on a chair provided by the Aether Foundation staff. He watched the clash between the two beautiful girls with interest. Emotionally, he wanted Caitlin to win.
However, his rational side knew the truth. Even if her raw power was higher than Acerola's, Caitlin's team was at a natural disadvantage. Ghost-types countered Psychic-types. Furthermore, Ghost-type battle styles were mysterious and difficult to predict.
As an Elite Four level Trainer, Acerola's understanding of Ghost-types was professional. She surpassed ninety-nine percent of the Trainers in the world. This was not an exaggeration.
Fortunately, Mamon had battled Caitlin several times using his Mismagius. Caitlin had some experience fighting Ghost-type Pokemon.
Alakazam eventually defeated the Banette and secured the first victory, but it paid a heavy price. Soon after, Alakazam was defeated by Acerola's second Pokemon, a Froslass. Caitlin then sent out Gothitelle. In the end, Gothitelle could only manage a double knockout against the Froslass. It was very difficult to fight a battle while being countered by Type.
This was a 3vs3 battle. For the final round, Caitlin and Acerola sent out their trump cards.
Metagross versus Palossand.
This was the final match to decide the winner. Both sides were going all out. Caitlin's Metagross was incredibly powerful. Even with a Type disadvantage, it pressured Acerola's Palossand.
Acerola was truly shocked. The Metagross used [Meteor Mash] to shatter the Palossand's [Shadow Ball] before closing the distance. It landed a [Meteor Mash] right on the Palossand's face. Then, it followed up with a left hook using [Ice Punch].
Palossand counterattacked with [Earth Power]. To Acerola's surprise, Metagross simply tanked the hit. In the next second, two [Ice Punch] attacks slammed down on Palossand like a [Hammer Arm].
Acerola tilted her head in disbelief.
'Is this really a Metagross?'
Its HP was massive. Its physical Attack was incredibly high, yet its Special Attack remained excellent. Its physical and Special Defense were also top-tier. Although its Speed was slightly lower, it had the priority move [Bullet Punch] to compensate. Its coverage was also wide.
Out of the eighteen Types, Metagross was resistant to ten. Only four Types were super effective against it.
'Were these stats filled in by someone using their feet?'
Acerola's eyes widened as she watched the Metagross ignore the Palossand's attacks and pummel it into the ground.
'And isn't Caitlin a Psychic-type specialist? Is the end of the Psychic-type path really this wild?'
Metagross landed two more super-effective [Ice Punch] attacks. The panting Metagross successfully won the battle thanks to its tempered physical strength.
It was a hard-earned victory. However, a black light suddenly surged from the defeated Palossand. It wrapped around the Metagross.
The Metagross collapsed to the ground. Before fainting, the Palossand had used its egg move, [Destiny Bond]. It forced a double knockout.
Neither side had any Pokemon left that could continue fighting. It was a draw.
"Phew! You are so amazing, Caitlin! I had the Type advantage, but I almost lost."