Pokémon the Movie: Pallet Town Rookie

Xiao Yuan stared at Xiba with wide eyes and looked at him in disbelief. His body trembled uncontrollably. He thought he must have heard it wrong. After a long while, he came to his senses and asked stutteringly, "Wait...wait, Master Xi...Xiba, what did you just say?" His voice was full of doubt, as if he was afraid of getting an answer that would make him unbelievable.

When Xiba heard this, he thought Xiaoyuan didn't hear it clearly, so he repeated it again and said, "Xiaoyuan, we want you to inherit our mantle and become one of the Four Heavenly Kings."

"Ah? Why? Master Xiba, you should know that with my current strength, I am not qualified for the position of the Four Heavenly Kings."

"Hahaha, Xiaoyuan, you are too modest. You are only eleven years old this year and you already have such strength. I believe that in three years, oh no, two years, you will definitely have the strength to defeat us. Moreover, Xiaoyuan, you should know that Guandu and Chengdu are too intertwined. For us, the pressure is too great. Therefore, I hope you can take over my position and become one of the Four Heavenly Kings. In this way, I can fully take charge of Chengdu."

"I know that, but why must that person be me? There are obviously many strong trainers in this league competition."

At this time, Du stepped forward and patted Xiaoyuan on the shoulder, saying: "There are indeed many powerful trainers in this league. However, what we are looking forward to is not the past, but the future. Xiaoyuan, you have been a trainer for only one year, and you already have such strength. You will definitely achieve great things in the future. However, you are so eager to join the Kanto League now, so you will lose the opportunity to challenge the championship. We hope that you can become one of the Four Heavenly Kings just to give you a chance, a chance to jump over the league and challenge the championship."

"Ah? Is that so?" Xiao Yuan looked at Du and asked puzzledly.

"That's right, Xiaoyuan, we have discussed this for a long time, and this may be the best way to keep you in Kanto. Xiaoyuan, you are a talented person, with a sense of justice, sufficient strength and room for growth, and even a good understanding of Pokémon tactics and confrontation skills. Talents like you are really rare." Du looked at Xiaoyuan and said earnestly.

"We know that your ambition is definitely not just to be one of the Four Heavenly Kings in a region. Your dream is to at least be the champion of a region, or even to fight against that person. However, you chose to challenge our Kanto Alliance in your first year. Do you know that such a choice will most likely make you lose the opportunity to challenge for the championship? Then we in Kanto will not be able to keep you."

"So, we discussed this together. This is the best solution we can think of. In fact, if you wait two years before challenging me, it will be a blessing for all of us! Xiaoyuan, please think about it carefully. If you agree, how about we announce it through the media tomorrow and acknowledge you as Xiba's apprentice?"

After hearing Du's explanation, Xiaoyuan probably understood their intentions. It was mainly because Green didn't care about the matter, which made Du and the others annoyed. They wanted to find a takeover as soon as possible. However, Green was too strong, so they had to find a trainer who could rival him and a trainer recognized by Green. After much thought, Xiaoyuan was the most suitable.

Xiao Yuan was thinking about this, and Du said again: "Xiao Yuan, we don't need you to give us an answer so quickly. You can think about it carefully, but it would be best if you do it before you are eliminated, so that we can make the subsequent arrangements."

At this time, Xiao Yuan also thought it through and said, "Mr. Du, Master Xiba, Sister Kona, I have thought it through. I cannot agree to your proposal. Growth is a practice, an endless practice. Although there are shortcuts on the road of practice, it is not suitable for me. For me, challenging gyms and participating in the league is not only to become one of the Four Heavenly Kings or a champion, but more importantly to test my own progress. Moreover, on the way to challenging gyms in various places, I will meet all kinds of people and various colorful Pokémon. These are the truly important things, aren’t they?"

"But..." After hearing what Xiaoyuan said, Du wanted to persuade him again.

Xiao Yuan quickly interrupted Du and said, "Mr. Du, sometimes I care not only about the result, but also about the process. Compared with your help, I hope to become the league champion through my own efforts, even if it is not Guandu."

Then, Xiao Yuan took two steps back, bowed deeply to the three of them, and said affectionately: "Mr. Du, Master Xiba, Sister Kona, I am very grateful to you. Thank you for your high regard for me and your concern for me. However, no matter what, I am still myself and I am willing to walk my own path. I appreciate your kindness."

"You...ah...well, since you don't agree, we won't force you. How about this, Xiaoyuan, I won't force you to win the Quartz Conference this year, but next year, in the Silver Conference, you must win the championship. How about it?" Du said.

When Xiao Yuan heard what Du said, she immediately smiled and said, "Okay, Mr. Du, please rest assured, I will definitely show you the results of my practice at the Silver Conference next year."

When Du heard what Xiaoyuan said, he also took a step back and said, "Okay, Xiaoyuan, remember your words. By the way, if you have any questions, you can contact me at any time. If I have time, I will definitely help you. Okay, Xiaoyuan, if you don't have anything else, go back first."

"Okay, Mr. Watari, Master Hiba, Sister Kona, I'll be leaving now."

After saying that, Xiaoyuan walked calmly towards the door, opened it and left.

After leaving, Xiao Yuan threw herself at the door, still in shock, and said, "Oh, oh, oh, I'm so scared. Why do Du and the others think so highly of me? Oh, it must be really annoying to be noticed by so many people! I guess I have to be more careful in the future."

Afterwards, Xiao Yuan left the Champion Building and returned to the competition venue. At this time, Ritsuko suddenly appeared behind Xiao Yuan and asked with concern: "Son, what did the Dutian King want to talk to you about just now?"

Xiao Yuan was previously interviewed by Du, and now she was still thinking about something. When Ritsuko called her like that, she was almost scared out of her wits. It took her a long time to recover. She said helplessly: "Dad, Mom, when did you come? Why didn't you tell me in advance?"

Ritsuko said, "Son, your dad and I are afraid that it will affect your game. In fact, your dad and I went to the Quartz Plateau on the day you played against Xiao Ming. Your dad even used up his annual leave to watch you play!"

"Ah? You guys came when Xiao Ming and I were competing? That was three days ago, really? Why didn't you tell me in advance? Your presence is even more of an encouragement to me!"

"Hey, son, don't blame your mother. This was my idea. By the way, son, you haven't told us why King Dutian wanted to see you."

Seeing her father's concern, Xiao Yuan could only sigh and said, "Hey, Dad, Mom, this is a long story. This is what happened..."