Chapter 186

The Unova region is actually a quite interesting area.

The current Champion is Alder, but since Alder's ace main force died many years ago, Alder's state of mind was severely affected.

This caused Alder to have no heart for battle; to fill the loneliness in his heart, he has been wandering all over Unova fulfilling his duties, becoming focused on the emotional bond between Trainers and Pokémon.

However, it is worth mentioning that over these many years, Alder has hardly ever battled.

This is also why, in "Black and White," to stop N, even in the Champion Battle where he bet all his beliefs, Alder still ended in a crushing defeat.

Although Mamon personally believes that in the face of N at that time, even Alder in his prime without psychological flaws would probably not have been able to win.

And apart from the Champion Alder, who has almost no fighting will left, the level of the Unova Elite Four is actually not very strong either, because Caitlin was taken away by Mamon.

Currently, besides Skyla, Grimsley, and Burgh, the Unova Elite Four also includes Shauntal, who temporarily took the position.

Such an Elite Four can only be described as standard; neither strong nor weak.

But paired with a Champion like Alder, can you say this Unova League is strong?

So now the Unova League is weak, which actually has its reasons.

Let alone comparing with leagues like Kanto, Hoenn, Galar, and Paldea, even compared to the Kalos region, the current Unova League doesn't have the confidence to compare with them.

Although Kalos's Champion Diantha isn't considered a very strong Champion-level, at least she is mentally healthy.

As for Alder, unless facing a matter related to the survival of the Unova League, the troubled Alder cannot bet his beliefs to battle.

Of course, Mamon is very clear that actually the Unova region is truly not weak.

Are there few Champion-levels in the Unova region? Actually, there really are quite a lot.

The naturally special N, the dark scientist Colress, the girl Iris who comprehended the "Dragon Heart," plus the troubled Alder, that already makes four.

Especially N, he is the person destined to be chosen by the Dragon of Ideals (Truth).

Moreover, Mamon seriously suspects that if Kanto has Red and Green, Johto has Ethan and Silver, Alola has Lillie, and Hoenn has May, then there is no reason for Unova not to have a "Protagonist," is there?

Just don't know if it's Bianca or Emolga (Iris), or perhaps both are present?

So calculating it this way, actually the Unova region is truly not weak, but the key problem lies in.

Those who haven't developed haven't developed, those with twisted minds have twisted minds; these Trainers are not of one mind right now.

But these have nothing to do with Mamon; on the contrary, this makes it even more interesting.

Nacrene City, this is a port city in the Unova region.

Nacrene City is called the "Entrance" of the Unova region, a port city for the circulation of many goods, unlike Castelia City which is mainly for passenger transport.

Nacrene City's port is mainly used for the docking of cargo ships and fishing boats.

And Mamon, bringing Caitlin and Cynthia, the two women, have now arrived at Nacrene City, because Gladio has already reported that Ghetsis has been appearing near Nacrene City recently.

"The sea breeze is a bit strong, but not to an unbearable degree."

Mamon walked near the docks of Nacrene City; the smell of the sea was still quite strong, very different from a normal vacation beach.

"Mamon, what are we going to do next? Just wander around here?"

Cynthia looked around curiously; for a fresh and unfamiliar city, she was still very interested.

"Mm, if you're bored, you can go shopping."

"Alright, then I'll go shopping by myself, and look for some Trainers to play with; I wonder how the level of Trainers here in Unova is."

Cynthia responded very naturally; she is a person who can't stay idle, either she doesn't go out, or once she goes out, she can't stop.

"Go ahead." Mamon smiled.

"Okay, Caitlin, do you want to come with me?" Cynthia also called out to Caitlin.

"I'll accompany Mamon." Caitlin pressed her lips and smiled slightly.

"You, you really can't be separated from Mamon for a single day."

Cynthia rolled her eyes and couldn't help but make a complaint.

Caitlin still smiled faintly, completely unconcerned; she originally just wanted to stick to Mamon all the time.

"Then I'll go play by myself; if I meet that Ghetsis person, I'll contact you."

Cynthia waved her hand and walked towards the other road where the crowd was denser.

Watching Cynthia's figure walk away, Caitlin couldn't help but sigh: "Cynthia is much more cheerful now."

Before, although Cynthia also wore a smile every day, she didn't have the comfort and relaxation radiating from her bones like she does now.

"Before, she carried too much." Mamon was noncommittal: "But now she is very happy, which is good."

"Mm-hmm~ Thanks to you, Mamon, you carried her life for her." Caitlin looked at Mamon, her beautiful eyes soft.

"Ha~ This woman, she tells you everything."

Mamon found it somewhat funny; obviously Cynthia had repeated what he said to her.

"Because what Mamon said was very responsible and charming." Caitlin's smiling eyes curved slightly, like a crescent moon, very beautiful.

"Stop praising, stop praising, I'll become arrogant, you know."

Mamon was amused; this person Caitlin is truly, not only good-looking, but her words are also truly pleasant to hear, loved it, loved it.

The two walked side by side, aimlessly moving forward, and unknowingly arrived near the Nacrene Gym.

But upon seeing the two people ahead, Mamon's expression shifted.

"Dad, really, I finally came back once, why do you still look so unwilling?"

A girl with beautiful pink hair stood with her hands on her hips, puffing her cheeks and glaring very dissatisfied at the middle-aged man ahead.

The middle-aged man wore a white cap and a set of brown clothing; his face was relatively severe and fierce; he was none other than the Nacrene Gym Leader, Burgh.

Known as the "Underground Boss," besides being a Gym Leader, he is also the boss of a mine development company, and Burgh is also the owner of Relic Mountain.

That's right, Burgh has a mountain!!!

It can be said that Burgh is a true mining boss; this name really wasn't named wrong at all.

But at this moment, Burgh had a look of helplessness and confusion on his face, because the one "throwing a tantrum" at him was his most precious daughter, Pansage.

"Dad doesn't mean that, Shi Ying. You should focus on school right now. Besides, the sea smell in Nimbasa City is so strong here, you..."

"It's always the same thing, Dad. I think you're really doing something very wrong!"

Shi Ying raised her arms in front of her and made a big 'X' gesture toward Gym Leader Burgh with a serious expression.

"I'm not that delicate. Besides, I came back this time with good news. I'm currently ranked third in the Blueberry Alliance!"

As she spoke, Shi Ying couldn't help but feel a bit happy and proud; after all, she was reporting her achievements to her father.

"My daughter is truly wonderful." Gym Leader Burgh's fierce features now wore an even deeper smile.

He did not like Shi Ying coming to Nimbasa City, so Shi Ying's hometown became Castelia City, because Gym Leader Burgh wanted Shi Ying to have a better living environment and better education.

So he sent Shi Ying back to the Blueberry Academy. The Blueberry Academy is the sister academy of the Orange Academy on Paldea.

The educational resources of the Blueberry Academy can be said to be the best in Unova, and Shi Ying indeed did not disappoint his expectations; she has not even graduated yet but is already one of the most outstanding top students of the Blueberry Academy.

Gym Leader Burgh believes that Shi Ying's future achievements will surely be even more outstanding than his!

"Hmph, hmph~" Shi Ying crossed her arms and made two humming sounds. Just as she was about to be modest, she turned her head and noticed two people watching them from not far away.

Shi Ying immediately felt a bit embarrassed. Her personality was cheerful and quite serious, but being seen by outsiders acting spoiled toward her own father naturally made her shy.

However, soon, Shi Ying blinked her eyes, looked at the boy wearing a black long trench coat, tilted her head, and thought carefully.

She felt that this boy looked somewhat familiar.

"Ah~ Right! I know you. You are Mamen, the champion of last year's Shi Ying Conference, right?!"

Shi Ying tapped her palm with her fist and spoke to Mamen with delight.

She had said he looked familiar; because she very much wanted to become an excellent trainer, Shi Ying paid quite close attention to regional tournaments everywhere.

And as Kanto is the strongest region, Shi Ying paid even more focused attention to it.

Especially last year's Mamen, who swept through all opponents like an unstoppable force to win the championship, leaving an extremely Deep Mark on Shi Ying.

"Yes, I didn't expect to be recognized in Unova."

Mamen was somewhat surprised, then revealed a gentle smile and replied.

"That Simisage of yours is really super amazing! I've never seen anyone use just one Pokémon to completely dominate a tournament like you!"

Seeing her idol on television standing right in front of her, Shi Ying naturally felt a bit excited.

And behind Shi Ying, Gym Leader Burgh, seeing his beloved daughter's look of admiration, couldn't help but narrow his eyes slightly.

He had never been so admired by his own daughter!!

"Thank you. Actually, there was also the reason that the quality of the competitors at that year's Shi Ying Conference wasn't very high." Mamen chuckled lightly, being very modest.

"No way? I watched the other competitors' matches, and they didn't seem very weak either." Shi Ying tilted her head cutely.

"By the way, Mr. Mamen, I am Shi Ying, currently a student at the Blueberry Academy. This is my father, Gym Leader Burgh. He is a very responsible Gym Leader."

Shi Ying suddenly remembered and immediately made a self-introduction.

"Hello, I am Mamen from Kanto. This is my good friend Caitlin."

Mamen smiled and made a self-introduction as well.

"Hello. I heard from my daughter that you were the champion of the Shi Ying Conference last year, right?" Gym Leader Burgh's mood calmed down slightly, and he looked at Mamen, asking curiously.

To win a regional tournament at such a young age, he is a very talented young man.

"Yes."

"Then, are you interested in challenging my Nimbasa Gym? For a young person like you, I, Gym Leader Burgh, am quite appreciative. I can battle you with all my strength to let you see your current limits!"

There was inevitably some arrogance in Gym Leader Burgh's tone. Although he admitted that he would probably be surpassed by these young people in the future, not yet!

"Eh? Dad, Mr. Mamen is very strong, so don't say that." Shi Ying was stunned, then immediately spoke to Gym Leader Burgh.

"You child." Gym Leader Burgh's mouth twitched.

What does that mean?

He is strong? Does that mean I am not strong? Your dad, on this land of Unova, is at least a trainer with a name and a reputation!

"Well, young man? Want to give it a try?" Gym Leader Burgh temporarily didn't want to deal with the leaky little cotton-padded jacket anymore.

"Let's just forget it. We have other matters to attend to next." Mamen politely refused.

"Don't worry, it won't take up much of your time." Gym Leader Burgh spoke.

"... Alright."

Mamen could only agree.

And conveniently, the Nimbasa Gym was right behind them, so the effort of finding a battle venue could be spared.

"Young man! Let me say this first, I will not hold back!"

Gym Leader Burgh crossed his arms, very imposing.

"You also go all out and come at me. Let me see where your limits are!"

"I understand."

Mamen raised an eyebrow, silently put the Poké Ball of his Spiritomb back, and took out the Poké Ball of his Mega Mewtwo Y.

"Very well! Then I'm going!"

Gym Leader Burgh swung his arm heavily, full of momentum.

Nimbasa Gym Leader Burgh, here to challenge!

And then...

Three minutes later.

"Dad!"

Shi Ying hurriedly ran into the arena and supported Gym Leader Burgh.

"This... how can he be so strong?!"

Gym Leader Burgh looked unbelievably at the unfamiliar Mega Pokémon on the opposite side; his three main Pokémon didn't even last a single move!

Holy shit! This kid is just a regional tournament champion? What kind of joke is that.

Mm, Lord Chrysanthemum's gone numb too.

He couldn't feel the opponent's limit, but his own limit… does three minutes count?

(End of chapter)