[Ultra Megalopolis]
Inside a certain conference room, dozens of high-level officials were gathered around a massive round table.
They were the representative force of the human race in the Ultra Wormhole, the Ultra Recon Squad.
In the center of the round table, a circular screen floated in the air. No matter which direction you sat, you could see the full projection clearly.
On that projection, more than a dozen light dots were scattered across it. Each green dot represented a human figure.
As they watched, they discussed things with satisfaction.
"Not bad. Looks like everyone is moving forward steadily. Right now, they don't even have Ultra Beasts with them yet, and they're already able to pass through such complex terrain."
"Once they capture Ultra Beasts, they'll definitely become excellent trainers!"
"That's right. It's a pity our equipment is still too outdated, and the Ultra Wormhole environment is harsh. We can only see the light dots, not the actual people."
The captain of the Ultra Recon Squad let out a sigh, but quickly steadied his emotions.
As long as they captured a large number of Ultra Beasts, sooner or later they would be able to help the Radiant Deity change the state of the Ultra Wormhole.
At that time, the Ultra Wormhole could also develop rapidly, just like the current Pokémon world.
"Vice-captain, you were in charge of selecting these trainee trainers. Are there any contestants worth paying attention to?"
Beside him, the vice-captain forced a smile when he heard the boss call his name. He felt a bit of a headache.
Actually, he had wanted to say earlier that he had only selected ten trainee trainers for this competition, but there were eleven light dots on the screen.
Which meant that aside from the official contestants, there was one extra human lifeform mixed in there.
But if he said that out loud, would it make him look unprofessional?
The vice-captain paused for a moment, then decided not to mention it for now.
After all, this competition only decided first place. The others could capture Ultra Beasts, but they would not get any additional rewards.
Besides, Ultra Beasts outside the metropolis were as common as stray dogs by the roadside. Losing one or even a few more would not cause any real problem.
As long as that person did not take first place, it would not affect anything.
"Ahem! Let me introduce this time's seeded contestant."
"The one I'm most optimistic about is a young man named Chris. His physical condition is excellent, and he has a very special ability."
"Ultra Beasts are very friendly toward him, and he can help injured Ultra Beasts recover quickly."
"Even before we received support from the Aether Foundation and developed Ultra Balls, he had already interacted with Ultra Beasts."
Hearing the vice-captain's words, many people's eyes lit up.
"Oh? He actually has that kind of ability!"
"Then we must recruit him and train him properly. He'll definitely become a great trainer!"
The vice-captain grinned, "Of course. Otherwise, why would I set the reward for this competition so high?"
"He will definitely capture the strongest Ultra Beast. When the time comes, let him make whatever request he wants. In the end, it will all turn into strength for Ultra Megalopolis."
"A genius like that is worth us putting all our effort into nurturing!"
The captain nodded in satisfaction as well, "You've done well with this matter. After Chris joins, you'll be responsible for mentoring him."
"But what about that other person? I see there's another light dot moving rather quickly. Tell me about his information."
"Huh?", The vice-captain had been talking earlier and had not been watching the screen. Now, hearing the captain's words, he quickly looked up at the display.
The next second, he froze.
'Wait, how is there really someone keeping pace with Chris?'
None of the ten people he selected had that kind of ability.
Suddenly, a nearly impossible thought flashed through his mind.
'That other light dot, could it be the extra contestant who snuck in?'
"That person," The vice-captain forced a smile and took a deep breath. In the end, he helplessly told the truth to avoid causing more serious consequences.
"He snuck in... I've never seen that person before."
"Originally, I thought no one in the metropolis would know about it, and since we had a meeting today, I just randomly sent someone to the city exit to receive them and arrange all participants to enter."
After hearing that, the others were stunned.
"What?"
"No way?"
"That happened? The number of protective suits in the metropolis is strictly controlled. Without your approval, how could someone leave the city?"
The vice-captain spread his hands helplessly, "I have no idea either."
"Enough. Don't spread this matter around," The captain raised his right hand and tapped the table irregularly with his knuckles.
The others immediately fell silent. They all knew that whenever the captain made that gesture, it meant he was about to make a major decision.
After thinking in silence for a long time, the captain finally spoke again.
"If he snuck in, then so be it. The entire Ultra Megalopolis has one unified goal. No matter who takes first place, it will benefit the Radiant Deity."
"And the citizens are already gathered at the entrance, waiting for the trainer ranked first to return."
"No matter what, we must keep our word."
"Whoever takes first place, we will grant one request!"
———
"Ash!"
With Zeraora leading the way, Axel quickly found Ash and Pikachu.
"Brother Axel!", Ash looked pleasantly surprised when he saw him.
"How did you end up in the Ultra Wormhole too? Didn't the news say you're in Alola right now?"
As he spoke, Ash scratched the back of his head with his right hand and laughed.
"I was just traveling in Alola and was thinking about taking some time to visit you. I didn't expect to get dragged here by a battle between two Pokémon. I was just wondering how to take Pikachu back."
"Don't worry. I'll take you back when the time comes," Axel opened his arms and skillfully caught Pikachu as it jumped off Ash's shoulder. After rubbing it a couple of times, he looked at Zeraora with a look of disdain.
"Both Electric-types, but Pikachu is definitely better to pet."
Zeraora: "..."
She wanted to bite someone.
Axel ignored Zeraora's small mood and smiled at Ash,.m "I heard from this kitty that if you win this catching competition, the people in the metropolis will grant one request?"
Ash nodded, "Yeah, that kitty's right. Let's go catch an Ultra Beast together."
"When Professor Oak gets new Pokédex data, he'll definitely be super happy!"
"No need. Other than Pheromosa, there are no more Ultra Beasts here. Let's just go back and take first place."
Ash: "???"
He had heard there were hundreds of Ultra Beasts outside the city.
And now they were just, gone?
That had to be fake.
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