Pokémon：Trainer's Gambit Chapter 450 0451: What Have You Been Teaching Gengar?!

Riley, dressed in a gentleman's hat with light gray hair, stood with his ever-present Lucario at his side.

The Lucario gazed at Natsu, its crimson eyes flickering with sothing complicated.

Why does this human's Aura feel so familiar?

No… My Trainer is right here…

"What exactly is happening?" Lucian finally asked, relieved to have the question out in the open.

Riley quickly summarized his and Brandon's findings.

"Anomalies at Snowpoint Temple. Regigigas may awaken—we need to prepare."

His eyes lingered on Natsu.

He didn't outright call Natsu an Aura wielder. So preferred to keep such abilities private.

But Riley was certain.

This senior had sensed his Aura too.

And Aura would guide them to fight side by side!

"I booked a flight for tonight," Natsu said, checking his phone.

"Wait, why so sudden?!" Ash exclaid.

Natsu slowly looked up, his expression delicate.

Not everyone can tank a punch from Regigigas like you can!

That thing drags continents—one hit could flatten half of Snowpoint City!

Better to grab reinforcents from Mt. Silver first—maybe even "The Battler"!

Riley blinked, then understood.

This senior was being cautious, seeking backup.

A wise approach for any skilled Trainer—or Aura wielder.

He nodded approvingly.

"Mr. Brandon has already alerted the Sinnoh League. They're dispatching the nearest Elite Four mber."

His brow furrowed.

"But other reinforcents… will take at least a day or two."

"Our only options are evacuating civilians… and hoping it stays asleep a little longer."

Candice chuckled dryly.

"If it does wake up… only the seniors here stand a chance of stopping it."

Natsu's stomach dropped.

Too late to run now.

We're locked in.

Ash scratched his head, excited.

"So I'll get to et another Sinnoh Elite Four?!"

The room fell silent.

Lucian unlocked his phone, checking his notifications.

[To Elite Four Lucian (Psychic-type):

Abnormal activity detected near Snowpoint Temple. Investigate at once. –Sinnoh League]

He sucked in a breath.

…I had a feeling.

After all, I am Sinnoh's strongest Elite Four!

"I doubt another Elite Four is coming," Lucian said, adjusting his glasses with a scholarly flourish.

"I, Lucian, will handle this crisis!"

No one responded.

Lucian awkwardly glanced around.

Candice was busy explaining the dangers of the situation to Ash.

"There's a high chance this could be life-threatening!"

Her tone was deadly serious.

"A ten-year-old kid should leave the city with everyone else!"

"It's fine!"

Ash waved his hand dismissively. "I've got plenty of experience with stuff like this!"

"Besides..."

Ash clenched his fist, fire dancing in his eyes.

"When you hear news about Regigigas awakening, any Trainer would wanna check it out, right?"

If I could just battle Regigigas once—

"Pikachu and I can't wait!" Ash declared loudly.

"Pikachu~! ヽ(`Д′)"

Candice tilted her head, looking puzzled.

Is he really just ten?

Why doesn't he show even a hint of fear?

Nearby, Riley glanced at the loud Ash and smirked.

"Quite spirited, isn't he, ancestor?"

"A-Ancestor?!" Natsu blinked.

Realizing his slip, Riley apologized.

"My apologies. That young man's Aura reminds of the elders from Caran Palace..."

Natsu nodded in understanding.

According to the ani's lore, everyone's Aura is unique.

aning Ash might very well be the reincarnation of Sir Aaron—or at least closely connected to him.

As a descendant of Sir Aaron, Riley, upon eting soone with an identical Aura—

Are we just gonna call each other whatever?

Natsu shook his head and turned to Riley.

"Mr. Riley, why did you call 'Senior' earlier?"

Riley didn't seem like a fan.

Otherwise, he'd have said "Natsu-sensei," not "Senior."

Riley glanced around before lowering his voice.

"You possess an incredibly powerful Aura. On the path of Aura..."

"You are a strong and admirable aura wielder!"

His gaze was utterly sincere.

So much so that even Natsu felt bad about possibly deceiving this gentleman.

Natsu coughed awkwardly.

"Is there anything I can help with?"

Escaping wasn't an option anymore.

Even if they were facing a "Legendary-tier boss" like Regigigas, their team had heavy hitters like Brandon, Lucian, and Riley.

At worst, Ash could just "talk it out with love"—surely that'd resolve things.

Plus, Natsu had the Aura of Ripple.

Maybe he could even recharge Riley's Lucario or ease its fatigue...

Riley nodded solemnly.

"Truthfully, if multiple aura wielders are present, there might be..."

He frowned.

"...a slim chance to calm Regigigas's rage."

"Using Aura?"

"Exactly."

Riley affird. "You must have heard of the Legendary Tree of Beginning."

"Back then, it was gentle Aura that quelled the fury and conflict."

"Alone, I had already prepared myself."

Riley looked down at his palm, clenched it slowly, then t Natsu's eyes with sincerity.

"But with your presence, there might be a turning point!"

The "preparation" Riley spoke of was self-sacrifice, following his ancestors' example.

This was the resolve every aura wielder carried.

Natsu's mind flashed to the past.

If he and Blastoise hadn't been there back then...

The Lucario of Caran Palace would have sacrificed itself to save Ash and the Tree of Beginning.

That was the conviction Aura instilled in them.

Natsu's voice carried newfound steadiness as he smiled.

"Leave it to us."

"We'll work together to seal Regigigas away again!"

Riley seed montarily dazed.

This aura wielder before him, though younger, was no less skilled than himself.

More importantly, his deanor and words exuded an overwhelming sense of reassurance.

Aura never lied.

This was undoubtedly a brave, kind, and pure-hearted aura wielder!

With gratitude in his eyes, Riley nodded softly.

"Thank you, Lord Natsu."

The gym was filled with a warm, battle-ready energy.

Lucian stood awkwardly between the two groups, adjusting his glasses.

"Gengar!" Gengar, ever considerate, tugged at Lucian's sleeve and grinned up at him.

Lucian looked confused before sending out Gallade.

"Gallade, could you translate Gengar's words for ?"

Gallade closed its eyes, the heart-shaped crest on its chest glowing faintly.

A Psychic-type's telepathy could achieve near-simultaneous translation.

It was one of the innate advantages of specializing in Psychic-types.

"Gengar! (￣▽￣)／"

A cold sweat ran down Lucian's forehead.

"You... want to strategize with ?!"

"Gengar!" Gengar flashed a thumbs-up, still grinning.

Lucian forced a laugh and took a deep breath.

Natsu-sensei, just what have you been teaching this Gengar?!

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