Chapter 145: Snover's Parents

"Kill you! I will definitely kill you!!"

Hunter J, with blood trickling from her split lip, glared fiercely at Luo Mu, venting her impotent rage with threats.

She swore that once she found a chance to escape, she would exact relentless revenge upon this unfamiliar Trainer until death did them part!

Feeling much more cheerful after punishing Hunter J on behalf of the Pokémon she had persecuted, Luo Mu wiped his hands, then reached out to fasten a pair of supreme silver handcuffs onto her, stating calmly, "I know what you're thinking, but right now I advise you to keep your tail tucked and behave yourself."

"Especially don't let those grand plans of revenge reach my ears; there's no one else here, you know?"

Hunter J clenched her teeth; as far as her gaze could reach, there was nothing but white snow, and apart from that, only this man and his Pokémon remained.

Given this man's extraordinary strength, which irresistibly reminded her of that powerful female Champion from the Sinnoh League, he might very well dare to silence her forever right here and then casually dismiss it later with a claim of an accidental slip-up.

Even though she might be sent to an Interpol court and then imprisoned, Hunter J, knowing she still had a chance of escape, ultimately did not dare to continue provoking Luo Mu and fell silent with her mouth shut.

After recalling Hunter J's several incapacitated Pokémon into the Poké Balls searched from her person and locking them up directly, Luo Mu glanced at the wretched Hunter J lying in the snow, then looked toward Dragonite.

Dragonite, slightly exhausted after unleashing its full power, shook its head frantically; ever since hearing about Hunter J's deeds, it neither wanted to carry her in flight nor even touch her with its claws.

Noticing Dragonite looking at her with an expression of disgust, the sense of humiliation in Hunter J's heart deepened once again.

Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river; she would sooner or later get her revenge!

In the end, Luo Mu had Serperior create a long vine rope that looked as though it would snap at any moment but was actually extremely tough, tying Hunter J up tightly; only then, with Dragonite holding the other end of the rope, was it willing to act, dragging the disheveled Hunter J through the wind and snow toward the highest peak of Glaseado Mountain.

"Run! Run quickly!"

As the elite squad Group A under Hunter J's command had been fully armed just before the airship crashed, they did not make a wretched emergency landing like the others but instead managed to touch down on the snow near Glaseado Mountain's highest peak at the critical moment.

The few survivors, having no time to rejoice after escaping death, were immediately confronted by Looker's Snorlax, Looker's Maildel, the wild Pokémon he had brought to assist using his Capture Styler, and... Luxray.

That Luxray was wreathed in terrifying Lei Ting; a casual strike could shatter their weapons, and like an invincible lion, it caused Group A's squad to collapse into disarray.

In just a short while, under the admiring gaze of Snover, Luxray slapped the last member of Group A trying to flee unconscious with a single paw; then, as if disgusted by dirt, it cleaned its paw pads in the snow before extending its tongue, covered in barbs, to leisurely lick its claws while watching Looker and Looker tie up the final person.

Looker wiped the non-existent sweat from his forehead, looking at the twenty-plus poachers behind him who, despite being tightly bound, continued to shout threats, and heaved a long sigh of relief: "These are all the poachers who fell near here; next, we leave it to your colleagues."

Looker nodded lightly: "Capture operations in other areas are also proceeding steadily; we guarantee that not a single poacher will escape this Glaseado Mountain."

"I wonder how things are going with Luo Mu; if all goes smoothly... the international poaching ring led by Hunter J will become history starting today."

As soon as the words left his mouth, Luxray's paw-licking motion paused, and it looked toward the sky not far away.

Speak of Cao Cao and Cao Cao arrives; an orange figure was flying toward them, and that familiar aura belonged precisely to Luo Mu and Dragonite.

"Meow~"

After sounding a warning to Looker and Looker, Luxray opened its mouth and yawned; with its sharp eyesight, it could clearly see the woman being dragged by Dragonite, disheveled in the wind and snow.

That must be Hunter J; it seems the matter is concluded, and finally, we can leave this cold place.

If given the choice, Luxray would certainly choose the warm fireplace at the farm.

"It's Luo Mu and Dragonite; could the one they're carrying be...?"

Looker and Looker exchanged a glance, their faces lighting up with joy.

Dragonite landed steadily, handing the now-unconscious Hunter J over to Looker: "Boo~" (Here's a local specialty for you~)

"Yes, Hunter J herself has also been captured by Luo Mu; it's... it's, we will immediately prepare to descend the mountain."

Looker hung up the communicator, looked at Looker and Luo Mu, and said with animated eyebrows: "Headquarters reports that most of Hunter J's poaching accomplices have been arrested; all police forces will continue to pursue the remaining fugitives, ensuring not a single fish slips through the net."

"The handsome guy says we can take them down the mountain now."

Looker nodded: "Their aircraft is still functional; it can carry everyone back to Glaseado Town."

The two discussed briefly and immediately began transporting the poachers.

While the two were busy, Luo Mu noticed the cautious gaze Snover had been casting toward him; its pitiful appearance seemed to be asking if Luo Mu and the others were leaving.

Looker, who was directing Snorlax to transport the poachers, also noticed Snover's unusual emotional state and showed a look of concern on her face.

That's right; although they could leave at any time, what should be done about this Snover that had clearly lost its parents?

Looker pondered for a moment; perhaps she could take Snover to Interpol Headquarters to find a suitable Trainer for it, or let Snover go with Looker to live in Glaseado Town, or alternatively, let Luo Mu take Snover back to the farm.

But the most suitable living environment for a Pokémon like Snover was always within the snow-capped mountains.

Looker also cast a worried glance.

"Don't worry; I already considered Snover's situation long ago." A mysterious smile curved Luo Mu's lips as he took out two Poké Balls and threw them: "Abomasnow!"

Red light flashed, and two Abomasnow with calm expressions appeared within the cave.

The moment Snover saw the two Abomasnow, its tears could not be held back, and it cried as it burrowed into their open embraces.

Looker asked in disbelief: "These are... Snover's parents?"

How did Luo Mu find them?

Deeply shocked, Looker also asked puzzledly: "Luo Mu... what is this?"

Watching the heartwarming scene of family reunion before them with a gratified expression alongside Luxray, Luo Mu kept his explanation brief: "Actually, I captured Hunter J quite some time ago; thinking I still had plenty of time, I went ahead and retrieved Snover's parents as well. I found them at the bottom of a very deep cliff; they probably fell accidentally while fighting someone, which is why they couldn't return."

Looker & Looker: "..."

No wonder Hunter J's body was covered in a thin layer of ice; it turns out you dragged her around in the wind and snow for quite a long time.

As for how Luo Mu managed to pinpoint Snover's parents precisely within this Glaseado Mountain, the two had already given up trying to figure it out.

Don't ask; if you must ask, the answer is simply the leeway and composure of a Champion-level Trainer.

"Here, since you seem to like the flavor of this Pokéblock, keep it and eat it slowly."

Before departing, under the grateful gazes of the two Abomasnow, Luo Mu handed a box of Pokéblocks to Snover, whose eye rims were still slightly red; the box was made of special metal, which, combined with the low-temperature Pokéblocks, allowed them to be stored for a long time.

"Live well together with your parents."

Snover accepted the block box, holding it in its arms as if it were a treasure; its gaze followed Luo Mu's departing figure continuously, as if intending to etch him firmly into its heart.

(End of Chapter)