"If you leave now, I can pretend nothing happened."
Seeing Ryuu Shiro's calm and confident demeanor, Oleana's chest heaved rapidly, clearly indicating her frustration!
But Oleana still didn't directly confront him. Instead, she spoke to Ryuu Shiro in a cold, composed tone.
Ryuu Shiro's strength had given her too much to worry about.
Chairman Rose's trip to the Kalos region for discussions wasn't a secret, and anyone with the right connections could easily find out about it.
But the news that Champion Leon had gone deep into the Crown Tundra for training wasn't something just anyone could know!
Oleana didn't know who had leaked this information to Ryuu Shiro, and she didn't have the time to investigate. Right now, her main concern was how to deal with this young man in front of her!
"Team Rocket's growth hasn't been easy, and you're here alone, aren't you? Do you really think you can leave Galar?"
Oleana's voice was icy. She knew Team Rocket wasn't to be trifled with—after all, it was an organization that had managed to thrive in a region where the League headquarters was located.
The Kanto Elite Four, led by Lance, were hailed as the strongest Elite Four. Even Leon, who had never lost a battle since his debut, couldn't match Lance's current fame.
And now, Lance, who was at the peak of his popularity, was even called the world's strongest Trainer! Moreover, Lance's attitude toward evil organizations had always been to eradicate them completely!
When it came to dark organizations, Lance was ruthless and showed no mercy.
Yet, despite this, Team Rocket had still managed to grow. This alone showed how troublesome Team Rocket was.
"This is Galar, not Kanto! I hope you understand that clearly."
Oleana's steady, intelligent eyes locked onto Ryuu Shiro. Team Rocket was indeed difficult to deal with, but so what?
This was Galar, separated from Kanto by a vast ocean!
Team Rocket's roots were in the Kanto region, and dealing with the Kanto League already stretched their resources thin. Yet, they dared to cross regions and provoke the Galar League?
Did they think Galar was an easy target, you bastard?
Logically, Team Rocket's leader wasn't a fool. Why would he make such a decision? Sending just one executive to cause trouble in Galar—how much did they look down on Galar?
"As expected of Vice President Oleana, so clear-minded. But what a pity."
Hearing this, Ryuu Shiro couldn't help but applaud Oleana. Wasn't she the woman entrusted with great responsibilities?
Indeed, Team Rocket's main focus now was dealing with the Kanto League, and it really wasn't the time to make new enemies.
Strictly speaking, all the regional Leagues belonged to the same organization, but who didn't have their own ambitions?
If all the regional Leagues truly got along, why would Rose in the original story go to such lengths to develop Galar, eventually leading him down the path of trying to control Eternatus?
The Pokémon Leagues were united, but they all had their own agendas. Team Rocket's base was in Kanto, and as long as Team Rocket didn't extend its reach to other regions, the other regional Leagues wouldn't bother with them.
Not just Galar, but even Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, and Kalos would all be happy to see the Kanto League worn down by Team Rocket.
After all, if the Kanto League weakened, wouldn't that mean their own regions grew stronger? Wasn't that the logic?
Unless the Kanto region asked for help, but this was a matter of regional pride. Would Kanto really lower itself to do that?
But if Team Rocket actively provoked other regional Leagues, the situation would naturally be different.
"As Miss Oleana said, Kanto and Galar are too far apart. What can you do about Team Rocket?"
Ryuu Shiro tilted his head slightly, a mischievous smirk playing on his lips, his tone casual.
"A region without even an Elite Four—it's no wonder Miss Oleana is so proud."
It was as if he didn't take the Galar League seriously at all!
"You!"
Oleana was stunned for a moment, then instantly furious.
Damn it! What was with this attitude of completely looking down on the Galar region?
"We've talked enough, Miss Oleana. Friendly reminder, you can step aside now. I don't like hitting women."
"But if you continue to get in my way, I can't guarantee what I might do."
Ryuu Shiro had no intention of continuing the conversation with Oleana. He glanced her up and down, the malicious smile on his lips still as unsettling as ever.
Oleana felt a chill in her heart. Though Ryuu Shiro had been smiling the entire time, the deep malice in him was becoming increasingly clear to her.
But when she came back to her senses…
"Don't push me too far! This is Hammerlocke, and Raihan is right above us!"
Oleana finally couldn't hold back her anger, her voice rising. From start to finish, this young man had acted with complete arrogance, and she was furious.
There had to be a limit to looking down on people. Raihan, the Gym Leader of Hammerlocke, was the strongest Dragon-type Trainer in Galar, second only to Leon!
"Raihan? Just a joke."
Ryuu Shiro's smile deepened, his tone mocking.
"Tyranitar, Stone Edge."
Without further delay, Ryuu Shiro gave the command to Tyranitar without warning.
"Tyra~!"
Tyranitar let out a low roar, its ferocious face and growl sending chills down one's spine.
As Tyranitar raised its arms, countless sharp stone blades formed in front of it, shooting forward at high speed.
"Milotic!"
Tyranitar's attack came too suddenly. Oleana's pupils contracted, and she quickly called out to Milotic.
But it was already too late. Tyranitar's Stone Edge had already been launched, and the target wasn't Milotic!
Boom!
A deafening explosion rang out as the so-called "warehouse" was completely hit by the Stone Edge. The sturdy structure instantly cracked.
A chilling crimson light seeped through the cracks, accompanied by an overwhelming pressure.
The air seemed to grow heavier, making it difficult to breathe.
The divine might of a high-level legendary!
Ryuu Shiro's crimson eyes gleamed with excitement. Eternatus!
....
It was an unparalleled red, a crimson glow that grew brighter and brighter. The sturdy cage cracked more and more, the red light intensifying!
Already, one could faintly see a massive Pokémon inside slowly raising its head.
"This is bad…"
Seeing this, Oleana's cold, beautiful face instantly paled. This warehouse was Eternatus's prison, a crucial part of Rose's future plans.
And now, the warehouse was destroyed…
Eternatus would inevitably awaken, but with Rose absent, who would stop it?
The Energy Plant was the base that provided Dynamax energy to the entire Galar region. If something happened to the Energy Plant, most of the stadiums in Galar would lose the ability to Dynamax!
What had driven Galar's rapid development in recent years?
It was Dynamax! It was the emergence and uniqueness of Dynamax that had allowed Galar to rise.
And Oleana was the creator of the Dynamax Band. It was precisely because of this talent that Rose had chosen and promoted her.
Now, with Eternatus released, Oleana couldn't imagine the consequences if it went out of control. Not only would Rose's efforts be in vain, but more importantly…
The Energy Plant was directly beneath Hammerlocke!
"You bastard! Do you have any idea what you've done?"
Because of her intelligence, Oleana instantly thought of the severe consequences, all of which were unacceptable to her!
Her eyes turned red as she turned to Ryuu Shiro, her voice hoarse with rage.
She couldn't imagine how disappointed Rose would be when he returned.
"What I've done? Of course, I know."
Ryuu Shiro raised an eyebrow, glancing at Oleana with a mocking smile, completely unfazed by her breakdown.
"Eternatus, the instigator of the 'Darkest Day' disaster in the Galar region three thousand years ago, the source of Dynamax, the most powerful and evil legendary Pokémon in Galar."
His crimson eyes burned with fervor as Ryuu Shiro's smile widened, watching Eternatus slowly break free from the "warehouse."
"You know, I've had an almost obsessive fascination with dragons since I was a child. I love dragons! Perhaps it's in my family's genes."
"So I've been searching everywhere for dragons. Ordinary dragons can't satisfy me, not even those hailed as pseudo-legendaries."
"The sky, time, space, antimatter, truth, ideals…"
Ryuu Shiro slowly stepped forward, moving closer to the dragon emitting a dangerous red glow.
Yes, he loved dragons! He loved them immensely!
But because of that love, he couldn't settle for less. He sought the absolute power of dragons. If it wasn't a perfect dragon, Ryuu Shiro would rather have none at all.
That's why, even while by Pryce's side, he never stopped seeking information about dragons.
"But it was so difficult. It wasn't until recently that I found some valuable information—the dragon that nearly destroyed Galar three thousand years ago."
"A legend with such power, and you just wanted to use it as a tool for energy? How laughable."
Ryuu Shiro sneered. Yes, wasn't it ridiculous?
Why did Rose pursue Eternatus? Because Eternatus was the source of Dynamax energy. By controlling Eternatus, Galar would have an endless supply of Dynamax energy.
It was this very ideal that led to Rose's falling out with Leon, ultimately landing him in prison.
What a waste of Eternatus's power!
"The chairman's grand dream is something you ambitious fools could never understand!"
Oleana clenched her teeth, her voice sharp as she retorted.
Rose was a man who would sacrifice everything for Galar. He had already made his resolve, something outsiders could never comprehend.
Besides her gratitude for his mentorship, it was her understanding of Rose's intentions that made Oleana follow him down this path.
"How noble~ But that has nothing to do with me. Still, I must thank you for finding Eternatus."
Ryuu Shiro chuckled, walking up to the awakening Eternatus without looking back.
He had to give thanks. If Rose hadn't found Eternatus, how could Ryuu Shiro have so easily come into contact with it?
"Get away from Eternatus!"
Hearing the disdain in Ryuu Shiro's voice, Oleana's face twisted. She couldn't tolerate it!
She couldn't tolerate this man's disrespect toward Rose!
"Milotic, Hydro Pump!"
Milotic opened its mouth, gathering a powerful blue energy.
Though she rarely had time to train her Pokémon due to her busy schedule, Oleana's skills were indeed impressive, nearly at the Elite Four level.
"I believe I've already told you not to interfere." Ryuu Shiro turned his cold gaze toward Oleana.
"Tyra~"
Tyranitar roared, a destructive black beam instantly shooting out.
Hyper Beam!
The Hyper Beam collided violently with the Hydro Pump, but there was no contest. The Hyper Beam effortlessly shattered Milotic's attack, continuing toward Milotic as Oleana's pupils contracted.
Boom!
The explosion echoed, and Oleana was sent flying by the shockwave, slamming hard onto the ground.
Milotic was already unconscious, unable to battle.
"Damn it…"
Struggling to get up, Oleana bit her lip, staring at Ryuu Shiro with frustration.
He was too strong. They weren't on the same level.
"You'll regret this! We won't let you get away with it!"
Knowing she couldn't stop Ryuu Shiro, Oleana clutched her injured arm, her voice filled with resentment.
Damn Team Rocket!