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Unova Region.
"Hey? Hilda, Hilda!"
"What is it? Just calling, always calling."
Wiping her wet hair, Hilda walked out of the bathroom and grumbled at Rosa.
"I received a message from the organization, did you get it?"
Rosa walked over with her phone and asked Hilda.
"What message? Let me see."
Seeing Rosa's expression, Hilda picked up her phone, unlocked it, and opened the app. Sure enough, there was a system message in the background.
"Go to the Kanto Region for a meeting? Em… " Hilda tilted her head in confusion.
"This is the first time we've received a system message like this, and it's signed by Mammon. It must be something very important."
"Hilda, do you think it could be…?"
Rosa blinked, thinking of a possibility, as Mammon had mentioned it to them before.
"Perhaps. Then let's book a flight and go tomorrow."
Hilda said silently, still wiping her hair.
In any case, since it was a message from Mammon, they definitely had to go.
"Okay! Kanto, Mammon's hometown! I've wanted to go for a long time."
Rosa's big eyes sparkled, and she was very impatient.
And similar situations were happening all over the world.
The next day, World Tree Paradise.
"Yo~ Zamazenta, it looks like you're doing pretty well here."
Mammon smiled and greeted Zamazenta, who was lying by the Tree of Life.
Because at this moment, a large bowl filled with various fruits was placed beside Zamazenta, and in front of it was a specially made large tablet, which was playing a TV series.
This Shield Dog was quite engrossed, occasionally lifting its head to bite a fruit and chew it, looking very content.
Zamazenta… it seems to have been corrupted by Mew.
Zacian, standing beside Mammon, looked at Zamazenta, who had the demeanor of a homebody dog, with a rather strange expression.
"Human, sister, hi~ You're back."
Zamazenta turned its head, saw Mammon and Zacian, and very humanely raised its right paw to wave, greeting them in a proper manner.
Noticing Zamazenta's very human-like gesture, Zacian's expression changed even more.
"Because Lord Zamazenta didn't have much to do on weekdays, I tried to let it watch some TV and movies, and it seems to like them very much."
Erika, wearing a floral kimono, said softly.
As the administrator of World Tree Paradise, Erika often came to take care of the Pokémon here.
And as a key target, she naturally had to pay special attention to Zamazenta.
Considering that Zamazenta is a 'hero' in myths and legends, and unlike Regigigas, Zamazenta does not like to simply lie down and sleep on weekdays.
Erika let Zamazenta try human entertainment products, and it proved that Zamazenta was indeed very interested.
Moreover, unlike Regigigas and the others, Zamazenta's size is not large, and it can operate electronic devices with its paws.
So Erika simply customized a large tablet and taught Zamazenta how to use the internet.
"That's right, that's right, this human girl is very good, Erika, when will that video game console you mentioned arrive?"
Zamazenta agreed strongly and asked Erika a question.
"The manufacturer is still customizing it. I'll urge them. It should be finished and delivered in a few days."
"Okay, thank you, Erika." Zamazenta was also very polite. Once the custom video game console arrived, it could occasionally play games with Mew.
"You're welcome. You also helped me before."
Erika replied with a smile. She truly felt that Zamazenta was very easy to get along with.
World Tree Paradise now houses many new wild Pokémon, and conflicts also occur between Pokémon.
The original Landorus would help, but sometimes Landorus and Enamorus would hide in a corner, cuddling, and couldn't be found for a while.
But now with Zamazenta, this new big shot, it's much more convenient. Zamazenta doesn't fall in love, and usually just lies by the Tree of Life.
If there's real trouble, just let Zamazenta roar and release some pressure, and those noisy Pokémon instantly quiet down.
"Hi~ Those are minor matters. By the way, Erika, the Dragon Eye Fruits are all gone again."
Zamazenta's tone seemed a bit awkward.
"…I've already sent people to acquire more, Lord Zamazenta, but please try to enjoy them sparingly. Dragon Eye Fruits have a low yield and are quite rare."
"Hi~ Understood, understood."
"You said that last time too!"
"Don't be angry, it's mainly because sometimes I get so engrossed, I unconsciously take a couple of bites, and then they're gone in a flash."
Watching Zamazenta and Erika's familiar and natural conversation, Zacian fell silent.
It felt like Zamazenta was enjoying life immensely, wasn't it?
Afterward, Mammon toured World Tree Paradise again before returning to the castle.
"Mammon!"
"Pika~!"
Just as he reached the entrance, he saw Ash and his Pikachu running over.
"Yo~ Ash, Misty, and Brock, you're here."
Mammon smiled and greeted them, stroking the electric mouse's little head.
"I watched your match. You almost won the Indigo Plateau Conference."
"Ha~ Still a bit short of Red."
Ash awkwardly rubbed his nose, as he had ultimately lost.
"Getting second place is already great. This year's Indigo Plateau Conference was much higher quality than mine."
Mammon patted Ash's shoulder and then waved to the three.
"Come on, don't stand at the door. Let's go in first."
He led Ash and the two into the castle.
"Wow~ So big!"
"This is too luxurious, isn't it?"
"Did the organization build this themselves?"
Ash and the two looked at the castle's hall, the luxurious, grand, and elegant decoration dazzling them.
"Yes, this is the organization's headquarters. If you have nothing to do, you can also come here to relax. The castle has everything."
Mammon said with a smile.
"Amazing~ By the way, Mammon, why did you call me here?"
Ash asked Mammon.
"There's a rather important matter. The specifics, let's discuss them when everyone else arrives. I'll show you around the castle first."
Mammon was not in a hurry, as it would take time for Platinum and the others to arrive.
"Okay."
Time came to the afternoon, and more and more people arrived at the World Tree Castle. By 4 PM, almost everyone had arrived.
Mammon gathered everyone in the conference room. Fortunately, the conference room was large enough, otherwise, it might not have been able to seat everyone.
The lights in the conference room were bright. Led by Anthea and Concordia, a team of servants came in with teacups and poured a cup of tea for everyone.
Mammon sat in the main seat, while Lillie stood behind Mammon as his secretary.
Mammon scanned the people present, a slow smile spreading across his lips.
These people were the future of Team Rockets!
Kanto Region: Karen, Ash, Will, Three Cadres, Four Generals, Three Beasts, Erika, Brock, Misty
Hoenn Region: Zinnia, Archie, Maxie
Sinnoh Region: Caitlin, Platinum, Paul
Unova Region: N, Colress, Rosa, Hilda, Drayton, Kieran, Shauntal, Elesa…
Kalos Region: Serena, AZ, Lysandre (convinced)
Alola Region: Selene, Gladion, Guzma, Brumeria
Galar Region: Gloria, Peony, Marnie, Hop, Bede, Gladion
"Everyone, this is Team Rockets' first official meeting. Welcome everyone."
Mammon said with a smile. Lusamine did not come, because her identity was still quite special, and she could not participate in the war now.
Yes, strictly speaking, this was the first meeting of the new Team Rockets.
Everyone present looked at each other and then nodded in a friendly manner.
After all, they were usually in different regions, and this was their first official meeting.
"I'm sure everyone is wondering why I specifically called you here today. The reason is actually very simple."
Mammon spoke unhurriedly. The conference room was very quiet, and no one spoke, just listening silently.
"Next, a battle that will determine the future of Team Rockets is about to begin."
Battle?
Upon hearing this, Gloria and others were quite confused. Did Team Rockets still have to fight a battle?
"Before introducing this battle, let me first talk about the philosophy of our Team Rockets."
Mammon's finger lightly tapped the table.
"In my opinion, the world is never black and white, and Team Rockets is like that. I never think that our Team Rockets is an organization that represents justice."
"The existence of Team Rockets is inherently gray."
"My initial intention in leading Team Rockets was also to rectify the darkness of this world and bring order to the corners that the Pokemon League cannot reach."
Mammon's voice clearly reached everyone's ears.
"The Pokemon League is good. This world needs the Pokemon League, because it gives people beauty and sunshine, allows children to be positive, and allows young men and women to embark on their journeys with anticipation, chasing their dreams."
"Therefore, this world needs the Pokemon League, but similarly, this world also needs Team Rockets."
Mammon's tone paused.
"The Pokemon League is very gentle, but precisely because it is too gentle, there are so many shadows breeding beneath the surface of a beautiful world."
"The Pokemon League can't manage them, can't eradicate them, but Team Rockets can!"
"But precisely because of this, conflict is inevitable."
Hearing this, Gloria, Brock, and others were stunned, looking at Mammon in surprise.
A guess had already surfaced in their hearts. No way?
"I'm sure everyone has guessed."
Mammon's expression had somehow darkened, and his gaze swept over everyone.
"That's right, the target of this battle is the Pokemon League!"
The target of the battle is… the Pokemon League?
Mammon's words were like a bomb dropped into water.
"Fighting the Pokemon League?"
"Seriously? Mammon, you're not joking, are you?"
"This…"
Ash, Gloria, and others all exclaimed in shock.
If it was fighting an Evil Organization, they would definitely not hesitate at all, or rather, they would be eager to do so.
But fighting the Pokemon League?!!
"This is not a joke." Mammon shook his head.
"Team Rockets is developing too well now. Its scale can no longer be described by ordinary organizations. Charles Goodshow, the president of Kanto, actually talked to me a long time ago, but we didn't reach an agreement."
Mammon spoke calmly.
"It's nothing more than wanting to recruit us." Maxie pushed up his glasses and said indifferently.
"Indeed, the organization's current scale is too large. The Pokemon League cannot sit idly by." Colress glanced at Ash and the others.
"Even if we have no ambition, a tree wants to be still but the wind won't stop. The Pokemon League cannot do nothing to us."
"If they want to fight, then let's fight. If they want to take us down, then we'll just beat them back."
Karen said with a smile. The battle between Team Rockets and the Pokemon League, isn't this truly interesting?
"Exactly! We're not to be trifled with! Let the Pokemon League taste our power." Archie was extremely excited.
"But fighting the Pokemon League…"
Ash's face was wrinkled into a ball. He had no ill will towards the Pokemon League at all. On the contrary, wasn't it the Pokemon League that maintained the order of this world?
Ash absolutely did not want to fight the Pokemon League. Wouldn't that make him a rebel?
"I think… everyone can calm down first, Mammon, is fighting necessary? I don't think it should develop like this."
Gloria's delicate face was also full of struggle at this moment. She hesitated for a moment and said to Mammon.
Her thoughts were the same as Ash's. She also didn't want to go against the Pokemon League. She joined Team Rockets not to be on a wanted list!
She still wanted to become the Champion of the Galar Region!
"Yeah, why fight the Pokemon League? I can't do that." Hop's face was also wrinkled into a ball.
This was not the Team Rockets he had imagined.
"You all listen to me first." Mammon said helplessly.
Selene, Rosa, and the others did not speak, because they had known about this matter early on, and they were also willing to stand on Mammon's side.
So naturally, there was no need to say anything.
As for Ash, Gloria, and Hop, Ash did not believe that the Pokemon League would do bad things, and Gloria and Hop had similar thoughts.
"This is not a life-and-death battle, but a necessary battle to ensure the existence of Team Rockets."
Mammon said slowly.
Upon hearing this, Gloria and others were stunned. What did he mean?
"The Pokemon League wants us, Team Rockets, to retreat, but the existence of Team Rockets is to fill the void of underground organizations. As long as Team Rockets exists, there will be no place for Evil Organizations and the Hunter Organization to survive."
"But the Pokemon League doesn't think so. They believe that the existence of Team Rockets is not necessary, but is it really not necessary?"
Mammon's rhetorical question made even Ash fall into deep thought.
"Before Team Rockets unified the underground world, no region's underground world was normal. They were all chaotic, with evil ambitious people, collectors, Pokémon Hunters, and Evil Organizations running rampant."
"Even the Galar Region also had hooligan organizations and the Hunter Organization."
"That's why the new Team Rockets was born, and that's why we exist."
"The Pokemon League maintains the positive order of the world, but on the flip side of the world, Team Rockets is the most suitable order keeper!"
Mammon leaned back in his chair, his eyes deep.
"But why can't we communicate and coexist with the Pokemon League?" Misty couldn't help but ask, also voicing the thoughts of Ash and Hop.
Brock's mouth twitched. When did Misty become so stupid? Does such a simple question still need to be asked?
"If communication could solve the problem, no one would want to use force to talk." Mammon replied directly.
"If this battle fails, then Team Rockets will not have its current freedom. But if we win, the Pokemon League will completely hand over the underground world to us, and we will have the right to freely judge the crimes of criminals."
"So…" Gloria probably understood Mammon's meaning: "This is actually, in a sense, a competition between the organization and the Pokemon League, and what they are competing for is the organization's dominance over the underground world and some other rights?"
"You can understand it that way." Mammon nodded.
"So that's how it is." Gloria breathed a sigh of relief. It wasn't really a war after all.
"Mammon is really something, he made it sound so scary at first." Gloria complained.
She had thought it was really going to be a war with the Pokemon League. In that case, she would never help Team Rockets. Not turning around and helping the Pokemon League fight Team Rockets would already be her repaying Team Rockets' kindness.
But after understanding the reason, Gloria became interested.
"Then who will the Pokemon League send to fight us?"
"Gloria, you should ask." Mammon raised an eyebrow: "Among the Pokemon League's strong trainers, who won't come."
"Because this time, we are facing the entire Pokemon League."