Chapter 485: League Liaison with Paldea

The Gigantamax massive bronze elephant raised its head and let out a thunderous roar, its overwhelming power sweeping in all directions, shaking the entire valley at the entrance of Paradise.

Facing this colossal, terrifying behemoth, Huo La's expression was extremely solemn, three Pokeballs suddenly appearing in his hand, his whole body tensed, ready to fight at any moment.

Luoz didn't pause at all and immediately barked the command: "Gigantamax Steel Formation!"

As the words fell, countless tiny sharp iron fragments materialized out of nowhere, raining down densely, smashing the ground and the rocks.

The iron shrapnel exploded upon landing, raising billowing smoke that completely enveloped the entire area.

When the smoke gradually cleared, everyone looked closely; Luoz and Aimeijiao were already gone, and from start to finish only Hanbeier remained standing alone.

Huo La and Spinel exchanged a glance, both somewhat surprised.

No one expected Luoz to make such a big show, both Gigantamax and a Gigantamax move, and in the end he simply seized the chance to escape.

Spinel sighed lightly: "We should go back first. Luoz only has a Terapagos, lacking a real Ancient Spirit Ball, so he can't open Paradise's gate. He can't release the Great Chaos for now."

Huo La nodded, first glancing at the unharmed Xiao Gang and Xiaoyin, then turning to Hanbeier, sincerely saying: "Hanbeier, come with us; we really need your Help in the upcoming situation."

Hanbeier looked at Huo La, then at Spinel, stayed silent for a long time, then shook his head helplessly: "No."

"Aimeijiao is really disheartening. Though he didn't personally kill Captain Jibeiweng, the whole incident was caused by his scheming with outsiders. I always trusted him, only to be completely deceived by him."

"I'm not going with you. He's now fleeing with Luoz, and no matter where he goes, I'll chase him myself."

Spinel gave him a deep look, didn't block, and simply nodded: "Fine, tell me the covert operative you placed in the Explorer Team, and you may leave freely."

Hanbeier stared at him: "I won't tell you, but… I need people to help, I will take them away."

"Fine." Spinel promptly agreed.

Watching Hanbeier turn and leave, Huo La raised his hand, patted Xiao Gang's shoulder, and softly said: "Let's go, Xiao Gang Ge, the League members should be arriving soon."

Xiao Gang's face was full of confusion, not understanding why Huo La said that, but Huo La gave no further explanation, merely leading everyone back.

Inside the conference room of Zhuoyue Dasha, seats were already filled, the atmosphere solemn.

Professor Oak sat on one side, Red and Green sat beside him, and a middle‑aged man sat upright nearby.

His hair was black and white, his crisp professional attire gave him a steady, capable look, like someone who has long held a high corporate position.

On the opposite seats sat Yindi, Lubeila, Aonikis, and a stranger youth with waist‑length green hair; everyone sat quietly, the atmosphere especially oppressive and still.

It wasn't until Huo La, Spinel and their party pushed the door and entered that the previously dead, oppressive atmosphere was slightly broken, and the dull hall finally gained some movement.

Spinel scanned the room, seeing everyone's tense silence, and proactively spoke to ease the mood, smiling lightly: "No need to be so gloomy."

Seeing Spinel enter, Professor Oak, seated, immediately nodded and said: "S Chief."

"Professor Oak." Spinel replied politely, then walked to sit beside the green‑haired youth.

He looked at the youth beside him, then at the black‑and‑white‑haired middle‑aged man opposite, and gently said, "Rika, Qing Mu, I didn't expect you both to come in person."

The middle‑aged man named Qing Mu spoke in a low, even tone, without extra emotion: "Since Professor Oak personally extended the invitation, it's hard to decline."

The green‑haired youth Rika also took the floor, his tone a bit helpless: "There's no choice. I heard the Paldea Alliance is being reconstituted; the original Paldea Elite Four, now only the two of us remain to guard the region, so we have to come this time."

Spinel slightly nodded, chuckled: "The situation is indeed rushed. Fortunately, back then, no one heavily damaged the League's foundations and facilities, so restarting and rebuilding the Paldea Alliance isn't that difficult."

Professor Oak slowly nodded, his gaze solemnly fixed on Spinel: "I've always been a bit puzzled why S Chief suddenly chose to cooperate again with the League, even willing to cede some management authority. Regardless of the reasons, I only hope our upcoming cooperation proceeds smoothly without any slip‑ups."

Upon hearing that, Spinel turned his head to look at Huo La beside him, his eyes calm and resolute, and slowly said: "As long as Huo La is present, the cooperation will have no problems. I've never been cooperating with the League; I've been cooperating with Huo La. Since he needs the League's Help, I have no objections."

Professor Oak turned his gaze to Huo La, then nodded at Spinel: "Since it's because of Huo La, I have no issues on my side either."

After speaking, his gaze swept to Red, Green and others, and solemnly announced: "From now on, the League will have Green and Xiao Gang stay in Paldea, fully responsible for the League's reconstruction work in this region."

Upon hearing the appointment, Green's expression remained calm, showing no surprise.

In contrast, Xiao Gang was stunned on the spot, his face full of astonishment as he looked at Professor Oak.

He never expected to be given such a heavy responsibility, but the current setting was serious, not a time to ask, so he forced his shock down, silently noting the arrangement.

Spinel looked at Green and Xiao Gang, instantly understanding Professor Oak's intention—this was deliberately training newcomers to cultivate future core forces for the League.