Chapter 31: I believe Entei won't go easy on us!
Satoshi didn't hesitate at all and respected Pikachu's decision!
And in the second battle, using Pikachu's exceptional speed, he successfully defeated Raichu!
"Why didn't you let Pikachu evolve?"
Facing Shirona's inquiry, even suspicion.
Satoshi's expression was calm and composed.
"I decided long ago!"
"Pikachu can freely choose to stay in its current form!"
"Even if it doesn't want to evolve, that's okay!"
Pikachu is his forever best partner!
...
This is really...
Many trainers.
Including the Champion and the Elite Four.
After witnessing Satoshi's respect for Pikachu.
They were momentarily speechless.
【Drake: Hmm... My feelings are a bit complicated! I thought I was already very respectful of Pokémon, but seeing Satoshi and Pikachu communicate on equal terms and truly allowing Pikachu to choose, and taking on that responsibility, my emotions are quite complex!】
【Agatha: This kind of spirit is not something everyone possesses! Satoshi, well done! Just stick to your own thoughts and persevere!】
【Cynthia: Satoshi always manages to show his genuine respect and equality for Pokémon in seemingly insignificant matters, I think I can understand why he was chosen by Ho-Oh!】
【Iris: Whether a Pokémon evolves or not, I fully support and admire Satoshi. Satoshi's respect for Pikachu has, in turn, given Pikachu an even stronger heart!】
【Steven: This kind of awareness and conviction is not something everyone has or can do. Satoshi, who can achieve this, will surely become a powerful trainer deeply loved by Pokémon in the future!】
"Trainers and Pokémon are mutually dependent and their hearts connect."
"Pikachu's success is inseparable from the trainer's efforts."
"To be able to meet the trainer, Satoshi, who is most suited for it, in a vast sea of people."
"For Pikachu, this is also a very fortunate thing!"
Steven looked at this exceptionally unique Pikachu.
He said with a rather emotional tone.
The more he saw the interaction between Satoshi and Pikachu.
The more Steven could understand.
In a vast sea of people, countless trainers, powerful Champions and Elite Four.
Why would Ho-Oh choose a nameless little guy.
Because.
Satoshi possesses a heart of gold!
His soul shines brightly!
He treats every Pokémon with equal respect!
This is something many trainers strive for their entire lives, but can't achieve!
Viridian Gym.
Giovanni stared at the screen without a word.
"..."
Foolish!
Naive!
Simple!
With such thoughts, how can one possibly go far on the path of strength!
Giovanni had countless words to say.
But when he saw Satoshi and Pikachu embracing tightly together.
All his words.
Were swallowed back down by Giovanni.
Giovanni thought of Mewtwo.
Mewtwo...
For a moment, Giovanni's eyes flickered, then he regained his composure.
No!
He must find Mewtwo!
Releasing it is out of the question!
The strongest trump card must be firmly in his grasp!
...
The screen continued to play.
To the audience's surprise...
"Huh? Why does it seem like just another ordinary day?"
"What about the ordinary Pokémon that are supposed to be comparable to Legendary Pokémon battles? Pikachu slaughtering gods is pretty cool... But you can't keep showing us just Pikachu's past!"
"Calm down, calm down! Let's see first!"
The crowd buzzed with discussion.
Satoshi's respect for Pikachu did make them reflect on their own attitudes towards Pokémon.
But the problem is.
You can't keep showing them these mundane things!
What about the grand spectacle!
They want to see the grand spectacle!
Maybe have a few more guessing games!
Whether they can buy the goods they desire in the item shop depends on whether the screen is helpful or not!
You really can't blame them for complaining!
On the screen—
Satoshi, who had once again successfully obtained a Gym badge.
Came to the Pokémon Center with Pikachu.
After treatment.
Satoshi, who was on the phone with his mother.
Suddenly saw a trainer beside him rushing in with a badly injured Vaporeon.
Nurse Joy looked at the battered Vaporeon and quickly asked.
"What happened?"
The trainer lowered his head and said in a heavy tone.
"Entei, appeared!"
...
"Entei? What a cool name!"
"It's not just cool, it sounds a bit familiar? Does anyone know Entei?"
"Come on! Are you guys even trainers from Kanto? You've never heard of Entei? You're joking, right?"
"I'm from Kalos."
"I'm from Hoenn."
"Okay, okay... Entei, that's a Legendary Pokémon!"