Chapitre 335: Chapter 335
Dak's dazzling performance served as a clear demonstration of the format for the Coordination Contest's first-round performance stage.
Sitting as judges were:
Stella, the general manager of Friendly Shop
Perona, the chief judge
The director of Yggdrasil's Pokémon Center
"10 points! As expected from our Alliance leader, a perfect score from all three judges on the first performance. But seriously, was there no favoritism involved here?"
Tezolo's charismatic hosting added a humorous twist, openly poking fun at Dak.
The audience roared with laughter.
Everyone understood the implied joke—giving the Alliance leader and two mythical Pokémon anything less than perfect scores might be career suicide within the Alliance.
"That said, it was genuinely stunning!"
"Absolutely. The visual effects weren't just about using moves—it required an incredible level of skill mastery."
"Who knew combining moves could produce something this beautiful?"
"Double battles from the tournaments had combo moves too, but they never looked this elegant."
"This Coordination Contest is way more interesting than the battle tournaments!"
The audience quickly grasped the appeal of the performance stage, sparking lively discussions.
Backstage, however, the participants were under immense pressure.
Dak's performance had set the bar sky-high, drastically raising the difficulty of scoring well in the contest.
But this wasn't Dak's concern.
"You can start now. Make sure to stay hidden and avoid being seen," Dak instructed Mew and Celebi as they walked down a corridor backstage.
"Mew~"
"Bi!"
With that, the two mythical Pokémon vanished.
Dak detoured to a dark corner of the audience area, observing the stage performances and keeping an eye on the duo's selection process.
The opera house's lighting focused on the stage, leaving the audience area in darkness. This made it difficult for anyone to notice Dak.
Mew and Celebi's Search
Mew and Celebi had completely different styles when it came to finding their chosen ones.
Mew zipped around the venue, inspecting people based solely on intuition. Its carefree approach had no apparent method or structure—it simply followed its whims.
Celebi, on the other hand, was methodical, floating directly in front of people's faces to peer into their eyes. This was where Celebi's unique ability came into play—one not shown in the Pokémon animations.
By locking eyes with someone, Celebi could glimpse significant moments from their past and future, using these insights to judge their character.
Mew's Discovery
As Mew darted around, it sensed a pair of eyes fixed on it.
Though Dak was monitoring them through psychic senses, these weren't his eyes.
The oddity lay in the fact that Mew was in an invisible state, undetectable to ordinary people unless they met specific conditions:
A pure heart.
A strong sense of justice or kindness.
A deep, genuine desire to see Mew.
Mew's approach to selection was simple—it looked for people who could see it. Anyone meeting these criteria was likely to have the qualities needed to be an Aura Guardian.
Despite circling the venue several times, Mew couldn't locate the source of the gaze. Instead, it repeatedly encountered what appeared to be a large black mushroom in the crowd.
"Meow?"
Confused, Mew poked the "mushroom."
"Need some help?"
"Meow?!"
Startled, Mew realized the "mushroom" was actually a human—a man with a mushroom-shaped haircut dressed in deep green tights.
"You're the Pokémon who performed with the Alliance leader earlier, aren't you? That was an amazing show!"
The man, Guy, grinned widely and gave Mew a thumbs-up.
Mew tilted its head, intrigued by the man's infectious enthusiasm.
Deciding on a whim, Mew tugged on Guy's hair, signaling him to follow.
"Eh? Where are we going? I haven't finished watching the performances. I spent 18 hours of blood, sweat, and tears to get these tickets!"
Mew ignored his complaints, leading him and his Riolu out of the opera house. Before leaving, Mew turned to Dak's direction and gave a playful wink.
"Guy, huh? Not surprising," Dak mused, recalling Guy's deep bond with his Riolu and his aura potential.
Celebi's Dilemma
Celebi, being more analytical, was torn between two candidates.
The first was Otohime, the former queen of Ryugu Kingdom and current mayor's wife.
From Otohime's memories, Celebi saw a woman who loved life, peace, and her people. Her selflessness and willingness to sacrifice for the greater good made her an ideal candidate for the World Tree Protector.
The second candidate was a young girl attending the contest with her parents.
The girl dreamed of becoming a realist painter and loved capturing the beauty of nature and life in her sketches.
While the girl shared Otohime's love for life, it stemmed from her artistic passion rather than an innate desire to protect.
However, there was a troubling detail in the girl's memories—her fascination with conflict. She would excitedly sketch battles between wild Pokémon, showing no particular desire for peace.
Celebi's heart leaned toward the girl, whose innocent and carefree personality aligned with its own.
But rationally, Otohime was the stronger candidate. With the power of the Evergreen Force, Otohime would undoubtedly use her abilities to heal and help countless people and Pokémon.
In contrast, the girl would likely only use the power sporadically, offering help to those she encountered by chance.
Celebi hovered in place, conflicted.
"Bi…"
'What should I do?'
(End of Chapter)
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Chapitre 336: Chapter 336
Celebi, torn between its choices, finally sought Dak for help.
"What? Let me take a look."
Following Celebi's gaze, Dak saw the two candidates. One was Otohime, someone he was very familiar with.
The other was a nine-year-old girl, Marianne.
While her name might not immediately ring a bell, in the original One Piece timeline, she would join the Baroque Works at 16 as Miss Goldenweek, Mr. 3's partner. Marianne was an exceptional young girl.
Unlike many in the One Piece world, Marianne had no Devil Fruit powers. Her ability to manipulate others through the colors on her palette was purely psychological—an advanced form of hypnosis or suggestion akin to a "hypnotist."
Even on Pokémon Island, where most extraordinary abilities were restricted, Marianne's skill could still function.
Her unique capability was potent enough to warrant classification alongside powers like Aura or Psychic Energy.
However, this ability wasn't universally effective. Simpler minds were more susceptible—perfect examples being individuals like a certain rubber pirate.
"Do you think Marianne would get along with you better?" Dak asked, narrowing his eyes thoughtfully.
Celebi nodded firmly, convinced that its fondness for Marianne indicated she was the right choice.
"Well then, let's choose Otohime as the World Tree's Protector," Dak concluded with a smile, gently stroking Celebi's chin. "As for Marianne, just because she isn't the protector doesn't mean you can't spend time with her."
Celebi blinked, startled by the suggestion.
"You can make friends with her," Dak encouraged. "Otohime is a more suitable candidate for the role, but that doesn't mean Marianne isn't important. She might just be your best friend."
Celebi mulled it over before nodding hesitantly.
Feeling emboldened by Dak's encouragement, Celebi floated away to approach Otohime.
Dak watched the timid Pokémon leave, his expression tinged with worry.
While Mew was bold and sociable—a bundle of cheerful energy—Celebi was shy, cautious, and reserved. Dak wasn't sure Celebi had the confidence to make friends easily.
Moreover, future generations of World Tree Protectors would rely on Celebi for guidance and selection. It needed to overcome its hesitancy.
"I believe in you, Celebi," Dak murmured.
Celebi felt Dak's encouragement through its psychic senses. It clenched its tiny fists, steeling itself as it floated toward Otohime.
At that moment, Otohime and Neptune were glued to the stage, watching their daughter Shirahoshi perform.
The young mermaid stood confidently with her Milotic, dazzling the audience.
"Milotic, use Water Pulse!"
Shirahoshi's sweet, determined voice commanded her Pokémon partner.
Milotic gracefully conjured a spinning sphere of water, its elegant movements mesmerizing the crowd.
"Now, release it at your feet!"
Shirahoshi's precise timing and affinity for water guided Milotic perfectly. The water pulse hit the ground, spreading outward in gentle waves that seemed poised to cascade into the audience.
"Use Ice Wind!" Shirahoshi called out.
Milotic unleashed a frosty breath, freezing the water mid-wave. The ice shimmered under the stage lights, reflecting a rainbow of colors.
Standing amidst the frozen waves, Milotic shone like a queen of the ocean.
"Wow!"
"So beautiful!"
"She's got real talent as a coordination trainer!"
While the audience was thrilled, the judges approached the performance with a critical eye.
"An excellent display, but I can only give 9.5 points," Stella commented, holding up her scorecard.
"I agree—9 points," Perona added. "Milotic's charm was showcased wonderfully, but Shirahoshi's lack of personal involvement in the performance detracted from the coordination aspect."
The Pokémon Center director, however, gave a perfect score, opting for leniency given Shirahoshi's young age and potential.
"Shirahoshi's final score is 28.5 points! The highest score so far!" Tezolo announced enthusiastically.
In the audience, Otohime cheered for her daughter, excitedly throwing her arms in the air.
Smack!
Startled, Otohime felt her fist collide with something soft. She glanced around but saw nothing.
A moment later, she felt a weight on her lap.
"Bi…"
Celebi's soft whimper reached her ears.
"Oh my, isn't this the little one from earlier? The Forest God?" Otohime exclaimed, recognizing Celebi from Dak's earlier performance.
Reaching out gently, she cradled the tiny Pokémon in her hands, her natural warmth immediately putting Celebi at ease.
"Did I hurt you? I'm so sorry," she said, blowing softly on Celebi's reddened face.
"Bi," Celebi responded, its earlier distress melting away under Otohime's tender care.
Looking into her eyes, Celebi felt an unfamiliar yet comforting sensation—a feeling it could only describe as "motherly."
"Does it still hurt?" Otohime asked softly, lifting Celebi to inspect it like a fragile doll.
Celebi shook its head and hugged her arm, signaling its decision.
"Do you want me to come with you?" Otohime asked, her observation skills keen enough to discern Celebi's intent.
Celebi nodded firmly.
"Alright, but let me tell my family first," Otohime said with a gentle smile.
Unlike Guy's carefree departure, Otohime needed to ensure her family was informed.
(End of Chapter)
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