Time flew by quickly, and in the blink of an eye, more than half a month had passed.Since the Ultra Ball's release to the market, it had received overwhelmingly positive feedback from trainers. The Devon Corporation basked in the praise, their reputation rising rapidly among the trainer community.However, due to production limitations, the distribution of Ultra Balls was currently restricted to the Eastern Daxia War Zone. Trainers from other regions who wished to acquire one had only two options—travel to East Daxia or place an online pre-order through the official website.---Warehouse District No. 8, Shuangyang CityIn a secluded, dimly lit room within the warehouse, Sabrina sat poised on a chair. Her legs were elegantly crossed, and she held a glass of red wine delicately in one hand. With a calm demeanor, she took a slow sip.Before her stood nineteen members of Team Rocket—new recruits who had just completed half a month of rigorous special training. Their strength had improved remarkably, with each of them reaching the threshold of junior trainer status."Zhang Xuewei, Zhang Tianyu," Sabrina called out, her voice cool and commanding. "Duck-billed Fire Dragon and Honchkrow. You two may each choose one."The two members she named had demonstrated the most impressive progress during training. They were the first among the group to achieve junior trainer status, making them the ideal recipients of the newly trained Pokémon."Thank you, Boss Giovanni! Thank you, Lady Sabrina!" the two responded in unison, gratitude and excitement evident on their faces.The Duck-billed Fire Dragon and Honchkrow had undergone extensive training under Sabrina's supervision. Their combat strength now far surpassed what it had been when they first arrived."I choose the Duck-billed Fire Dragon," Zhang Tianyu said without hesitation."And I'll take Honchkrow," Zhang Xuewei added.Zhang Tianyu had chosen the fire-type Pokémon because of its precision in controlling flame jets, a crucial advantage against certain types—particularly useful in restraining Renjiro's Beedrill. On the other hand, Zhang Xuewei already possessed a Houndoom, so adding another fire-type Pokémon wasn't necessary. Honchkrow, with its versatile aerial attacks, was a logical addition to expand his range."I'm so envious," murmured one of the other recruits, Logan. "Brother Yu now has a Pokémon that's nearly level 40.""There's still a huge gap between us and Renjiro," Cao Ruifeng whispered back."Didn't you see that video from a few days ago?" Logan continued. "Renjiro's Beedrill has reached level 40, and his Milotic can bend its Water Gun and Freeze Ray attacks around corners!"Both Logan and Cao Ruifeng had been paying close attention to Renjiro's online battle recordings. They had even asked Sabrina how to enhance their skills similarly, hoping to learn the advanced turning techniques. But Sabrina had simply explained that Renjiro controlled those techniques using psychic energy—Confusion.As for his other Pokémon like Nidoking and Nidoqueen, those had been trained personally by Boss Giovanni, and she couldn't replicate that level of training.That distinction alone underscored the vast difference between them and Renjiro."Renjiro's a freak!" Cao Ruifeng growled in frustration. "There's no way we'll ever catch up to him."He had long abandoned any notion of revenge. Renjiro's meteoric rise was terrifying—far beyond anything they could hope to rival.Among the three, only Zhang Tianyu still harbored a sliver of determination. He wasn't ready to give up yet.Just then, Sabrina yawned slightly and cast a bored glance around the room."Zhang Xuewei," she asked. "Did one of you escape training and not show up?""Yes, Lady Sabrina," Zhang Xuewei replied respectfully. "One person, Luo Tianyou, didn't come."Sabrina's tone turned cold. "Deal with him. Team Rocket's resources don't come free."To her, ordering a hit was no more difficult than squashing an insect. Betrayal would not be tolerated."Yes, Lady Sabrina," Zhang Xuewei answered again, bowing slightly.He already had access to all the trainees' data. Luo Tianyou wouldn't be able to hide for long."You all may go," Sabrina waved her hand lazily.In the next instant, she teleported away, shielding her Nidoking, Nidoqueen, and Persian with psychic energy as she vanished in a flash."Wei Ge… are we really going to kill someone?" Zhang Weiliang asked, visibly nervous.This was real murder.Zhang Xuewei turned to him sternly. "You knew what you were signing up for when you joined Team Rocket. There's no going back."He also reminded himself to stay vigilant. Sabrina's warning wasn't just for Luo Tianyou—it was for everyone. If anyone tried to take from Team Rocket without giving back, they'd face the same fate.With his current strength, Zhang Xuewei believed he was already close to a high-level trainer.---Elsewhere…Renjiro, having just returned from Magic City, was checking his attribute panel.His wounds had finally healed. After that, he had immediately returned to the Battle Tower to continue training. In just two weeks, his strength had surged once more.Now, even without using Mega Evolution, he could defeat most senior trainers with ease.Of course, he still had some way to go before catching up to top-tier experts like Li Fei.---Host: RenjiroAvailable Pokémon: Giovanni's Exclusive Beedrill (Lv. 41), Milotic (Lv. 36), Zubat (Lv. 15), Herogaru (Lv. 17), Nidoking (Lv. 56), Nidoqueen (Lv. 54), Zoroark (Lv. 33)Special Abilities:Evergreen Power: Heals Pokémon, reads their inner thoughts, and helps them surpass racial limits.Eye of Insight: Allows Renjiro to view detailed information about anything.Mega Evolution Spell: Used in conjunction with the Black Magic Wand to unlock powerful transformations.Battle Value: 13,815---Mission Status:Completed Mission: Train or recruit ten junior trainers.Reward: Summon a Team Rocket Executive.Current Mission: Obtain the Mew gene.Reward: Mewtwo research experiment data.Ongoing Mission: Destroy the Qingyan Cult and become the largest dark organization in the Yanhuang Region.Progress: 5%Reward: Varies based on mission completion.Subsystems: Combat Value Lottery, Combat Value Mall.---"System," Renjiro said aloud, "claim the reward for training ten junior trainers."Ding! Task complete. Reward: Summon a Team Rocket Executive. Would you like to proceed with the summoning?"Yes. Start summoning," Renjiro confirmed.A bright screen materialized in front of him, showing dozens of familiar Team Rocket members, all high-ranking.Unlike the last summoning, which had brought up members like James and Jessie, this time the selection was exclusive to Executive-level characters—true elites like Koga, Blaine, Archer, Ariana, Maxie, Archie, and others.The screen flashed rapidly, landing on a single figure: a veiled ninja.Ding! You have summoned — Koga. Proceed with summoning?"Koga…" Renjiro repeated, a wide grin spreading across his face.Koga, Sabrina, and Mashiro were considered the Big Three among Team Rocket's executive members. And now, another elite was about to join his team."Summon now!" Renjiro commanded.A white portal, identical to the one that had summoned Sabrina, appeared before him. From it emerged a tall man clad in a ninja uniform, his spiked hair unmistakable."Ninja Koga has arrived!"---Name: KogaAffiliation: Team RocketAge: 31Strength: ElitePokémon: Crobat, Arbok, Weezing, VenomothSpecialty: Master of Ninjutsu---"He really is Elite-level…" Renjiro thought, impressed as he examined Koga's profile."Welcome, Koga," he said, offering his hand.Koga eyed Renjiro up and down before speaking. "So, you're the new leader of Team Rocket?"He frowned slightly."You seem a bit… weak."Renjiro hesitated, unsure how to respond. Though he had risen to senior trainer level in just over two months—a feat nothing short of astounding—he knew he still had a long way to go before reaching Koga's level."It's fine," Koga added, eventually taking Renjiro's hand in his own. "I can wait."It was a small gesture, but it signified his acceptance of Renjiro's leadership.Just then, a flash of light signaled the arrival of another figure."Hey, who's this?" Sabrina appeared suddenly, eyes widening as she saw the ninja before her. "Koga?!""It's been a long time, Sabrina," Koga replied. "You've grown a lot.""Of course I have!" she smirked, tossing her hair proudly. "I'm not that little girl anymore."Seeing Koga again was both a surprise and a delight for her."Sabrina," Renjiro said, "bring Koga up to speed on our situation.""Of course, Master Renjiro," she replied respectfully, before turning to Koga and beginning her detailed briefing on Team Rocket's current structure, plans, and progress.---To be continued…
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