The three Dragalge, though all have Gym Leader Level strength, are like guardians, staying obediently in the outer waters.
This Milotic is very likely to have the strength of an Elite Candidate, or even stronger.
With such power, does it still need his help?
"Help us leave here," Milotic said.
Upon hearing this.
Natsuhiko was taken aback.
"Leave...here?" Natsuhiko glanced around, then looked into the water, beginning to understand somewhat.
"Is it because of the water?"
Milotic nodded again, "I can feel it, it's awakening."
Awakening...
Natsuhiko's pupils contracted.
So then.
The thing in the water is really the "Big Water Fish"?
Not a sculpture?
If that's the case.
That would explain why Milotic made such a request.
Once Kyogre truly awakens, it would be devastating for this underground cave, and even for the entire island.
Natsuhiko recalled the dream Darkrai had created for him not long ago, which spoke of Groudon's imminent awakening.
And once Groudon awakens, it definitely won't be alone, the "Big Water Fish" will definitely awaken as well.
By then, when the two Pokémon meet, it will inevitably be a world-shaking battle.
Then the Milotic and Feebas living here will inevitably be the first to suffer.
Wait a minute.
Milotic's meaning is that Natsuhiko not only doesn't need to fight, but doesn't even need to use words to "persuade," to take Milotic away?
Along with this group of Feebas?
This already feels like throwing a punch into cotton, and not even that—it's like throwing a punch into air.
But...
This feeling seems.....
Quite nice.
He hopes there will be more situations like this in the future.
"Why choose me?" Natsuhiko still asked.
"Aren't you afraid I might be a bad person?"
Milotic didn't speak, just turned his head to look at Togekiss and Latios sticking beside Natsuhiko.
As a "Charity Hatcher," Milotic senses the kindness emanating from Togekiss, a "Blessing Hatcher," and Latios, an "Infinite Hatcher."
And its eyes said it all.
Natsuhiko rubbed his temple.
"Once again given a 'good person card,' huh."
"So were you waiting for me at the entrance from the start?"
"Woo~~"
Ended the telepathy.
Natsuhiko glanced at the Feebas sticking their heads out from the lake's surface; there were quite a few.
They seem to be well protected by Milotic.
"But to take you away, I need to use this thing."
Natsuhiko took out a Pokeball and presented it to Milotic.
Milotic glanced at Natsuhiko, then at the Pokeball in his hand.
"Woo~~"
Milotic actively approached, gently touching the central round point of the Pokeball with its cheek, getting engulfed in the red light that shot out.
Then, without any resistance, it was captured.
Looking through the Pokeball's transparent surface at the extraordinarily docile Milotic inside, Natsuhiko couldn't help but smack his lips.
"Why does it feel...rather lacking in achievement."
It truly lacks a sense of achievement.
Originally, he had planned an epic battle, followed by persuasive 'mouth escape.'
Unexpectedly, Milotic actively wished to leave.
Which makes sense.
Who would want to live together with the soon-to-awaken Kyogre?
Milotic might be able to leave on its own, but the Feebas living here are destined not to.
Precisely because of this, Milotic sought Natsuhiko's help.
The existence of the tribe restricts it.
Nonetheless.
It has been captured, but if Natsuhiko wants Milotic to help in a battle, that's unlikely.
It has already given a Super Evolution Stone as payment, very considerate, so Natsuhiko naturally has no reason to ask Milotic to aid in battles.
But being able to raise them in his Pokémon Ranch, or even occasionally take Milotic to the Dojo to show off, will certainly attract quite a bit of popularity.
Overall, it's a win-win.
"Now it's time to capture these Feebas," Natsuhiko stood up.
He also had material for writing a thesis now.
What he thought was a joke ended up being a complete capture.
Continuously throwing Pokeballs.
Milotic had already explained, so most of the Feebas did not resist.
But there were unexpected situations.
Like this time.
When Natsuhiko threw a Pokeball at a somewhat dazed-looking Feebas.
Bam!!
That Feebas seemed to react half a beat slow, but swiftly leaped out of the water, its tail swung vigorously, directly bouncing Natsuhiko's Pokeball away.
Plop—
Feebas fell back into the water.
Bubble bubble—
Bubbles rose in the water.
Feebas looked sternly at Natsuhiko.
It seems to somewhat resist the notion of being captured so easily.
According to Alakazam's translation.
This Feebas thought Milotic, as their Leader, was so powerful yet easily captured by Natsuhiko, and it was not convinced.
A troublemaker.
With many, there's always one or two.
But troublemakers often indicate a certain degree of confidence and capability.
Natsuhiko raised his eyebrows.
"The 'bold' Feebas? Is its trait... 'Slow'?"
Such traits and character features are quite good.
"Interesting, wanna have a battle?" Natsuhiko said with a smile.
Feebas provided a positive response.
"Then Latios, go ahead."
Latios should suffice.
"Oss!!"