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"Roar!"
The moment Aerodactyl materialized from its Poké Ball, it released a thunderous, defiant roar that echoed across the mountainous training grounds. As a former king among wild Pokemon who had ruled its territory with absolute authority, Aerodactyl remained fiercely rebellious after being captured by Jacob. The proud prehistoric Pokemon completely ignored any commands given to it, viewing its trainer with obvious contempt and resentment.
This type of behavioral problem was actually quite common when dealing with wild Pokemon, particularly those who had lived independently for extended periods. Wild Pokemon possessed their own fierce pride and natural instincts that made them extremely difficult to tame or control. The stronger and more dominant a wild Pokemon had been in its natural habitat, the more challenging it became to earn their respect and obedience. Pokemon like Aerodactyl, who had achieved king status among their peers, were especially notorious for their resistance to human authority.
The chances of Aerodactyl willingly listening to commands and cooperating with training were practically nonexistent under normal circumstances. Making matters even worse was the fact that Aerodactyl had been defeated through Alakazam's devastating Destiny Bond technique, a humiliating loss that had left the proud Pokemon feeling deeply resentful and bitter. It glared at Jacob with fierce intensity, its eyes burning with anger and an obvious unwillingness to submit to human authority.
"Good, I actually like that rebellious expression you're showing me right now," Jacob said with a slight smirk, completely unfazed by Aerodactyl's threatening posture. He had anticipated this exact scenario and had come prepared with a solution.
"Iron Valiant, I need you to teach it some manners," Jacob commanded, turning to address his most powerful team member with calm confidence.
Iron Valiant listened carefully to Jacob's instruction and turned to look back at its trainer with a thoughtful expression. The legendary Pokemon understood the implications of what was being asked. As the old saying went, 'one who receives gifts from others becomes beholden to them.' Having been treated with exceptional care and provided with the finest food and training resources by Jacob on a daily basis, Iron Valiant had gradually been won over by what could only be described as his trainer's generous approach to Pokemon care.
Initially, Iron Valiant had been uncomfortable with this level of attention and pampering, but over time it had grown accustomed to Jacob's kindness and felt genuinely grateful for the excellent treatment it received. Now that Jacob was asking it to serve as an enforcer and teach discipline to a troublesome teammate, Iron Valiant found it difficult to refuse the request, despite its general preference for fighting against stronger opponents rather than bullying weaker ones.
"Roar!"
Aerodactyl unleashed another aggressive roar directly at Iron Valiant, clearly attempting to intimidate the newcomer. Despite being able to sense the incredible aura and overwhelming power radiating from the creature standing before it, Aerodactyl's ferocious and wild nature prevented it from showing any signs of fear or backing down. Instead, it actively provoked Iron Valiant, challenging it to a confrontation.
Iron Valiant's response was subtle but unmistakably threatening. Its gaze became sharp and piercing, like the edge of a finely honed blade. With deliberate, controlled movements, Iron Valiant gripped the distinctive double-bladed sword that served as both its weapon and symbol of power. The legendary Pokemon spun the weapon once in a fluid, graceful motion before settling into a combat-ready stance that clearly indicated its readiness to engage in battle.
The moment Iron Valiant locked its intense gaze onto Aerodactyl, the rebellious Pokemon suddenly felt an overwhelming wave of pressure wash over it. The sheer presence and power emanating from Iron Valiant was so intense that Aerodactyl began to tremble slightly, its body instinctively recognizing the vast difference in their combat capabilities.
However, Aerodactyl's deep-seated pride and stubborn nature would not allow it to surrender or show weakness, even in the face of such obvious disadvantage. Drawing upon its fierce determination, Aerodactyl opened its mouth wide and released another defiant roar directed at Iron Valiant. Then, in a display of either incredible courage or foolish recklessness, it launched itself forward in an aggressive attack!
Jacob observed this confrontation with a mixture of admiration and exasperation, shaking his head slightly at Aerodactyl's behavior. The Pokemon was demonstrating the same stubborn determination that its signature ability, Rock Head, suggested - it was willing to charge forward regardless of the consequences or potential for self-harm. Even now, facing an opponent that clearly outclassed it in every meaningful way, Aerodactyl still had the audacity to launch an attack.
It seemed clear that Aerodactyl needed some serious lessons in emotional intelligence and social awareness. The Pokemon was behaving like a completely stubborn child who refused to acknowledge reality. Jacob made a mental note that Aerodactyl would need to learn proper social skills from Charizard, who could provide one-on-one mentoring sessions in understanding team dynamics and appropriate behavior.
Although Jacob frequently complained about Charizard's mischievous and sometimes sneaky personality, he had to admit that he genuinely appreciated Charizard's exceptionally high emotional intelligence and social skills. When it came to interpersonal relationships and team management, Charizard was remarkably sophisticated and effective.
Setting aside all other considerations, Charizard had somehow become the most popular and well-liked Pokemon on Jacob's entire team. Even Noibat, which had initially struggled to get along with Charizard and had shown obvious signs of discomfort around the Fire-type, now enjoyed an excellent and harmonious relationship with its teammate.
From the two senior team members, Iron Valiant and Alakazam, all the way down to the youngest members like Gastly and Raboot, every single Pokemon on the team had developed close, positive relationships with Charizard. This universal popularity was quite remarkable and spoke to Charizard's natural charisma and social abilities.
The situation made Jacob reflect with some amusement that this particular Pokemon was nothing like the stereotypical proud and aloof Charizard depicted in popular culture. Instead, it seemed more like a natural diplomat and social coordinator, excelling in building relationships and maintaining team harmony through charm and interpersonal skills.
While Jacob was momentarily lost in these thoughts about team dynamics, the battle between Aerodactyl and Iron Valiant was already reaching its conclusion. Aerodactyl circled once through the air with impressive aerial agility, then folded its wings close to its body in preparation for a devastating attack. Flying-type energy began to envelop its entire form, creating a brilliant aura of light that indicated the Pokemon was preparing to unleash its full power in a Brave Bird assault.
The strategy was tactically sound and demonstrated clever thinking, but it was ultimately futile against an opponent of Iron Valiant's caliber.
Iron Valiant remained completely motionless, showing no signs of concern or preparation as it calmly waited for Aerodactyl to complete its aerial approach. The legendary Pokemon's confidence was absolute, displaying the kind of serene composure that only came from knowing with complete certainty that victory was assured.
At the precise moment when collision seemed inevitable, Iron Valiant suddenly moved with lightning-fast reflexes. In one fluid motion, it stepped gracefully to the side, completely avoiding Aerodactyl's charging attack. As the frustrated Pokemon flew past, Iron Valiant swung its double-bladed weapon with perfect timing and precision, using the flat side of the blade to deliver a powerful strike that sent Aerodactyl crashing directly into the ground with tremendous force.
Following up on its advantage, Iron Valiant gripped the central handle of its double-bladed sword with both hands and executed a slight twisting motion. The weapon separated into two distinct short blades, one held securely in each hand, demonstrating the sophisticated design and versatility of its legendary armament.
With dual blades ready for action, Iron Valiant launched itself toward the grounded and stunned Aerodactyl with fierce intensity, causing the defeated Pokemon to panic completely. For the first time since the confrontation began, genuine fear surged through Aerodactyl's consciousness as it suddenly understood the very real possibility of death.
"Pfft!"
The two short blades descended with deadly accuracy, grazing the sides of Aerodactyl's neck so closely that they actually embedded themselves in the snow-covered ground. The weapons were positioned with such precision that they pressed firmly against Aerodactyl's throat, allowing the terrified Pokemon to feel the cold, sharp metal against its vulnerable neck.
This demonstration of skill and restraint sent a clear message - if Iron Valiant had chosen to follow through with lethal force, Aerodactyl would have died instantly. The spare was both a warning and a show of mercy.
Now looking up at Iron Valiant from its helpless position on the ground, Aerodactyl no longer dared to snarl, roar, or show any signs of defiance. The brief but decisive exchange had clearly demonstrated the vast difference in power between them, and Aerodactyl finally understood that it had been completely outclassed.
If Iron Valiant had not deliberately held back and chosen to show restraint, the confrontation would have ended with Aerodactyl's death. This realization brought a sobering sense of humility to the previously arrogant Pokemon.
Jacob observed the now-subdued Aerodactyl with great satisfaction. This was exactly the result he had hoped to achieve through this demonstration. The lesson was clear and simple: there was always someone stronger, and arrogance would only lead to defeat and humiliation.
"I myself don't dare to act so arrogantly and recklessly," Jacob thought to himself, "yet you, a mere Aerodactyl, had the audacity to behave so wildly and disrespectfully. Everyone must learn to be modest and humble, especially when joining a new team."
Now that Aerodactyl had received its education through physical demonstration, it was time to provide the mental and emotional guidance that would help integrate it properly into the team structure.
"Charizard, when today's training session is finished, I want you to have a serious conversation with Aerodactyl about team dynamics and proper behavior," Jacob instructed his most socially skilled Pokemon.
"Roar, roar!" Charizard responded with an enthusiastic roar and gave what could only be described as an encouraging thumbs-up gesture, clearly indicating its willingness to take on this mentoring responsibility. Its expression seemed to say, "Leave this to me - I'll handle everything perfectly!"
After completing a full day of intensive training with his entire Pokemon team, Jacob felt completely exhausted both physically and mentally. Managing an increasingly large roster of Pokemon was clearly becoming more challenging and demanding than he had initially anticipated. Fortunately, several of his Pokemon were naturally obedient and cooperative, which helped reduce some of the burden on his time and energy.
The most significant achievement from the day's training session was successfully bringing Aerodactyl's rebellious behavior under control, which made Jacob extremely pleased with the outcome. The experience reinforced his belief in the old saying that 'discipline comes through firm guidance' - sometimes direct action was necessary to establish proper boundaries and expectations.
When dealing with a disobedient Pokemon, sometimes a decisive show of force was the most effective solution to the problem. It wasn't cruel or unnecessarily harsh - it was simply practical communication in a language that wild Pokemon could understand and respect.
Upon returning to the Patrol Team headquarters as evening approached, Jacob was surprised to encounter two familiar faces waiting for him.
Asher and Caleb had apparently arrived during his absence and were now present at the base camp.
"Caleb, big brother," Jacob deliberately addressed Caleb first, making sure to acknowledge his importance and show proper respect for their relationship hierarchy.
"Jacob," Caleb responded, looking at his younger companion with a slightly reserved expression. Now that he had officially signed a contract with the Xia family, their relationship had fundamentally shifted from friends to that of employer and employee. This change in dynamic made him feel somewhat uncomfortable and uncertain about how to interact naturally.
"I'm glad you're here," Jacob said warmly, approaching Caleb with a genuine smile on his face. He walked over and placed a friendly hand on Caleb's shoulder in a gesture of reassurance. "Don't be so formal and reserved with me. I hope to see the same confident person who impressed everyone during that battle arena competition."
Jacob paused thoughtfully before continuing his explanation. "The training opportunities available through the Patrol Team are extremely valuable and limited. I specifically spoke with my big brother and asked him to recommend you for this program. You should definitely take full advantage of this chance to train here for the next six months. I'll come back to pick you up after I finish competing in the High School Cup tournament."
He continued with generous enthusiasm, "In a few days, I'll take you out to capture a new Pokemon for your team. Don't worry about the financial costs - I'll cover all the expenses."
Hearing Jacob's words and witnessing such unexpected generosity and consideration, Caleb felt genuinely moved by the gesture. He had always been just an ordinary trainer, rarely receiving special attention or recognition from others. Jacob's current treatment was so kind and supportive that it left him feeling overwhelmed with gratitude. For a moment, he struggled to find appropriate words to express his appreciation and didn't know how to respond properly.
Fortunately, Asher stepped into the conversation at that moment, saving Caleb from his emotional speechlessness. "Caleb, make sure you train diligently here and take advantage of every opportunity. If you encounter any difficulties or problems, don't hesitate to contact either me or Jacob for assistance."
"Jacob, I received the letter you sent ahead," Asher continued, shifting the topic to other matters. "I'm very curious to see what Pokemon you managed to persuade to join your team."
"Let's plan to discuss that tomorrow," Jacob replied, though internally he was already considering his plans for the newly captured Aerodactyl.
Jacob had been thinking seriously about giving the captured Aerodactyl to his elder brother Asher to use as part of his competitive team. There were several strategic reasons for this decision that made it beneficial for everyone involved.
On one hand, Jacob already possessed two incredibly powerful Pokemon in Iron Valiant and Alakazam. Adding another strong Pokemon like Aerodactyl to his roster would certainly be beneficial, but it would essentially be an incremental improvement rather than a transformative addition. The additional strength would be nice to have but wouldn't fundamentally change his competitive capabilities.
However, if Asher were to receive and properly train this Aerodactyl, the impact would be completely different and much more significant. This addition would effectively give the Xia family a King-level trainer, which would provide desperately needed strength and serve as an important guarantee for the family's security and competitive standing.
Additionally, transferring Aerodactyl to Asher would free up one of Jacob's capture slots within the Wilderness Area, allowing him to pursue and capture a different Pokemon that might be more suited to his specific team needs and strategic goals. This arrangement would truly be beneficial for everyone involved.
However, before implementing this plan, Jacob knew he needed to invest more time and effort into properly training Aerodactyl and ensuring that it became fully obedient and cooperative. Only then would it be ready to serve effectively as part of his brother's team.