It's not a pillar, it's a supporting beam!
That at least is someone with hope of reaching the level of the Elite Four.
But now, they have walked into Jade Liya's wild psychic powers, which even she finds a bit tricky.
If anything really happens.
The United Alliance would go crazy; do you think the Sinnoh Alliance wouldn't?
Kikuno opened her mouth.
Just about to tell Agatha, if things get completely out of control, make sure to get Natsuhiko and Hilona out.
But before she could say it, Agatha confidently said, "Don't worry, since they went in, they must have some assurance."
"Why?" asked Hoshino Ryuzi.
Agatha chuckled slightly, glancing inconspicuously at a Haunter flickering on the "Black Curtain", "I've never seen that kid do anything he's not sure about."
This comment left a few people scratching their heads.
But Agatha's next words left them somewhat stunned.
"Natsuhiko is my disciple."
Agatha has a disciple?
What a joke!
So the first reaction from everyone was to look at Kikuno.
In their view, it seemed Agatha was claiming someone.
Natsuhiko hails from the Kanto Region and hasn't rooted in Sinnoh yet. This time representing Sinnoh, it's more likely due to Hilona's invitation.
And Agatha taking Natsuhiko as a disciple clearly aims to pull this dark horse of the competition back to Kanto.
However.
The crowd noticed that Kikuno's expression was very calm, seemingly unsurprised by this.
Does Kikuno know?
Of course, Kikuno knows.
Since Natsuhiko, as Agatha's disciple, wants to root in Sinnoh, he naturally has to let the people in Sinnoh know beforehand, otherwise, it really would seem like stealing someone.
And Agatha agreed to help Natsuhiko become a Dojo Leader also because she had already talked with Kikuno.
Currently, one of Kikuno's duties in the Sinnoh Alliance is to monitor and assess whether the Gym Leaders of each town in the Sinnoh Alliance are qualified in all aspects.
So, regarding the matter of establishing a Dojo, finding her is indeed the right move.
But after hearing Agatha's words, Kikuno gradually calmed down.
Indeed.
If Natsihiko is in any danger, as his teacher, Agatha would be the first to lose composure.
Suddenly.
Agatha's expression shifted as she looked at the "Black Curtain".
"It seems it's been resolved smoothly."
As soon as she finished speaking.
The "Black Curtain" quickly dissipated.
And behold.
Acting as the butler, Shirane carried the unconscious Jade Liya in her arms, with Gothitelle following closely beside her.
Shirane smiled sweetly at Natsuhiko and Hilona and said, "Thank you both for your help. Lady Jade and I owe you a favor. If you need anything, please feel free to contact me or visit us at the Battle Castle."
Natsuhiko, looking exhausted, had no strength left to engage with Shirane.
Next to him, Hilona held onto Natsuhiko's arm while smiling to Shirane, saying, "It's our duty to do so. I just hope Jade Liya's younger sister won't have to bear too much psychological burden afterward."
Shirane looked at Jade Liya in her arms with a complex expression, nodded her head, and said, "Thank you for your kind words."
Then she noticed the Elite Four around, nodded politely to each of them, and turned to walk toward the contestant passage, leaving a sentence behind.
"The Lady has forfeited."
However, the Elite Four present were more concerned about Shirane's other sentence.
Shirane owes Natsuhiko and Hilona a favor?
This is a favor from an Elite Trainer!
In terms of status, Shirane is not much lower than them.
And the stronger one is, the more valuable the favor is!
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Just went out for a New Year's dinner, so I was a bit late, but it's not a big issue. Today is another 1.1k day, asking for monthly votes!