Chapter 88 A Legendary Beast, Who Wouldn't Want One?
Heatran!
A legendary Pokémon.
Because it lives in caves beneath volcanoes, it is also known as the Magma Giant.
Of course, Xia Mu prefers to call it FireSteel.
As a legendary Pokémon with a base stat total of 600, its true combat ability surpasses that of legendary birds, holy beasts, and regents.
After all, there aren't many second-tier legendary Pokémon with a base stat total of 600; most only have around 580.
Moreover, its Fire and Steel types not only give it high resistance in battle but also make it a formidable attacker, excelling in both melee and ranged combat.
"Judging from your expression, it seems you've come up with some new ideas again," Mewtwo said, seeing through its intentions but remaining silent. Mewtwo
clearly sensed Xia Mu's desire to capture it.
Mewtwo wouldn't know Xia Mu's thoughts.
A legendary Pokémon—who wouldn't want one?
Even if it's not very useful in the games, it's still a legendary Pokémon, unique and definitely worth capturing.
"Regardless, the priority now is to save Moltres," Xia Mu changed the subject.
He had a general understanding of the situation; if things continued this way, Moltres would inevitably suffer severe damage.
No! It was already severely damaged.
If they delayed any longer, it would likely be on the verge of death, its life in danger.
"I'm ready, just waiting for your command."
As soon as Mewtwo finished speaking, Xia Mu sensed its psychic power constantly condensing.
It had no intention of showing any mercy to Team Rocket.
"Are you sure you want to make a move? You need to understand that your existence is very special to Team Rocket. Once you're exposed, there will definitely be endless trouble in the future." Although it really wanted Mewtwo to stop, Xia Mu knew it needed to vent its anger.
Mewtwo froze in mid-air, hesitating for a long time before finally saying, "Are you afraid that I'll cause you trouble?"
Xia Mu shook his head: "You're overthinking it. If I were afraid of trouble, I wouldn't have subdued you, let alone made any promises to you. Besides, I can easily disguise myself so others won't recognize me."
As he spoke, Xia Mu took out a black mask from his spatial backpack and then put on non-prescription glasses.
He had bought these items in anticipation of potential trouble during his travels and the need to hide himself from time to time.
Seeing this, Mewtwo fell into thought, weighing its options.
Seeing Mewtwo hesitate, Xia Mu smiled slightly and said, "Actually, I'd prefer you to track down those four people, since we still don't know their purpose... As for these Team Rocket members, it's better to leave them to me." As soon as he
finished speaking, Mewtwo's expression changed.
"But can you fly without me?"
"Of course I can! That's why I brought Pidgeotto to avoid that situation! Besides, Venom and Mega Charizard can carry me in the air," Xia Mu said.
Mewtwo nodded: "Then I'll go track down those four. After all, you're human and don't have the power to protect yourself. The internal structure of volcanoes is complex and full of dangers." Mewtwo
's words warmed Xia Mu's heart.
He hadn't expected that after such a short time together, Mewtwo was already considering his safety.
Xia Mu hadn't considered that it was because he was always consciously or unconsciously concerned about the Pokémon that his Pokémon would unconsciously care about him as well. In other words, his Pokémon are highly independent and can distinguish between what's important and what's not, even without Xia Mu's commands.
"Then let's split up. Before you leave, destroy that lightning-releasing equipment. That will make you feel better," Xia Mu said with a smile.
Venting doesn't necessarily have to be directed at Team Rocket. Destroying those key devices and ruining Team Rocket's plan is also a way.
Mewtwo understood, its lips slightly twitching.
Although it didn't show it too obviously, it was certain that it was smiling.
Xia Mu didn't say anything more, raised his hand, took out Pidgeotto's Ultra Ball, summoned Pidgeotto, and then stood on Pidgeotto's back.
Actually, he was half-lying down on Pidgeotto's back.
After all, Pidgeotto's body length is only 1.67 meters, not particularly large. While its wingspan is indeed considerable, it doesn't change its overall length.
After stabilizing himself, Xia Mu took out two Ultra Balls from his waist and summoned Charizard and Dragonite.
Pidgeotto had the lowest level, but it was still level 50! Charizard was level 56, and Dragonite was level 58! As Xia Mu had predicted, the leaders, Yamato and Kosaburo, couldn't possibly possess Pokémon higher than level 50 or 60, so having Charizard and Dragonite handle the situation was more than enough.
"Be careful. If you encounter anything you can't handle, prioritize your own safety. Remember to stay connected with me at all times," Xia Mu instructed Mewtwo.
Mewtwo nodded, then glanced at Charizard and Dragonite.
"Protect our master well." Leaving these words, and receiving responses from Charizard and Dragonite, Mewtwo acted first.
Still using its psychic powers to conceal itself, only Xia Mu and the others could clearly see it.
A powerful Shadow Ball shot from its hand, directly striking the umbrella-shaped lightning arrestor suspended in the center of the crater.
'BOOM!!!'
Due to the massive explosion, the umbrella-shaped device was effortlessly shattered by Mewtwo's attack. Without its main structure, the thirty-six steel needles lost their function, and the lightning net covering the crater completely vanished.
The interior couldn't be easily breached, but the exterior could be easily destroyed.
"Your habit of using Shadow Ball is both good and bad for a Psychic-type like you," Xia Mu muttered to himself, watching this scene.
To be honest, Xia Mu didn't know why Mewtwo liked using Shadow Ball so much.
For it, a move like Aura Sphere would clearly be more suitable.
Mewtwo ventured deeper into the volcano. Moltres, which had been suppressed and trapped by lightning, was now freed from its restraints and, despite being severely injured, let out an incredibly fierce cry.
Rage stained its eyes red, making it want to destroy everything.
Yamato and Kosaburo, along with everyone else, were completely bewildered by the sudden turn of events.
When they saw Xia Mu riding Pidgeotto in the sky, along with Charizard and Dragonite, their first thought was that this guy had ruined their plans.
Something that seemed certain to succeed had ended in failure, and no one could accept that.
"Damn it! How dare you ruin Team Rocket's plans! And you guys, what are you doing? Weren't you supposed to be interfering with the equipment? And why isn't the detection equipment responding? Being lazy all the time is one thing, but letting us down at a crucial moment!" Yamato roared angrily.
Kosaburo, standing nearby, was also furious: "Damn it! It was so close! We can't give up like this. We'll just have to fight it out and defeat it. The Firebird's stamina is almost gone."
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