Last Chapter…

Dawn and Serena then grabbed the hands of Ash and Ash was happy that he was saved by Dawn and Serena from falling and he saw the eyes of his friends who looked at him. Ash saw Dawn and Serena continue to hold him and he wondered why did they not pull him up unless they lacked the strength. If they lacked the strength, his other friends should have lended Dawn and Serena support and then pulled Ash away from the lava pit. Ash asked "Why are you not pulling me up?"

Dawn then said "We would save you from the trap?"

Ash then was mortified and looked at Dawn "The trap?"

Dawn then smiled and said "Yes, that is what I just said. "We would save you from the trap?" This trap idea was an excellent idea and we executed the plan well! Why we chose lava is because you could not escpe from being melted by lava but you could escape if thrown in the sea or ocean." Ash looked at them hoping what he heard was not true "Just pull me up! If you two cannot do it, just call others to pull you by the legs!" Ash then looked at others who looked at him seriously.

Ash then said "Anyone, just pull Dawn and Serena!"

Lillie then spoke "When did you ever pull me from difficulty. You are so annoying with your mannerisms, Mr. Alola Champion who is close to death!"

Brock then said "You have alwys abandoned your Pokemons after completing a journey. Such a person who abandons Pokemons cannot call himself a trainer."

Ash shouted "I do not abandon them. I leave them in care of Professor Oak in the Laboratory where they cn train and become stronger while I make another team to be stronger."

Tracey then said "You are awful as a trainer due to how you mistreat Pokemons. You are effectively abandoning them as you have rarely used them."

May then shouted "Ash, you just held me back in my journey! I was able to excel as a Pokemon Coordinator once I left you! You annoyed me by always prioritizing going to gyms and not caring much about me going to contests!"

Max said "May is right. You are a failure of a trainer. You have lost so many Leagues and you have been a disappointment to all of us who respected you!"

Iris said in a condescending tone "You always abandon your Pokemons after you travel with them for a new team. Such a person can never become a Pokemon Master."

Clian said "You are such a disgrace as a friend, horrible as a trainer despite your luck based wins, and you are overall a bad example of a human."

Ash then felt tears flowing on his cheeks. Clemont said "I used to consider you a role model. On hearing the truth about you, I consider you a pest who needs to be eradicated."

Bonnie spat "Zygarde supported me and not you as even Zygarde knows before us that you are just a terrible excuse of a trainer. I can be a much better trainer than you."

Mallow spoke "You are a worthless cook and even more worthless of a trainer, role model, and a friend. All you win are due to luck and not power or strategy."

Ash was going to respont to the slander and Lana shouted "You are totally awful as a human. Why Misty likes you when you are such a trash of a trainer is beyond me."

Sophocles then spat "You are such a worthless excuse of a trainer. You do not deserve the Pokemons that you have who have done so much inspite of you."

Kiawe then said seriously "You are so dumb as a trainer and you always abandon your Pokemons after travel which shows you have no care for your Pokemons."

Ash wished at least Goh would support him but then he said "You always come across legendary Pokemon and you never catch them. This shows that you have zero skills in being a trainer as you never used your bonds to catch the Legendary Pokemons."

Serena then spoke "I used to love you, but now, I totally hate you as you are such a bad human! You have tortured your Pokemons by throwing them away after your journeys and you have never shown any love to me. Infernape wanted to battle stronger opponents but you abandoned Infernape in the World Coronation Series. I hate you!"

Ash spoke "I never loved you, Serena. I only got a little happiness from you kissing me as a girl kissed me, but now I am disgusted that you kissed me. I also hate you all!"

Ash then realized. "We have to stop Team Mag-" Dawn then cut him and said "We have this as a coverup. You really believe that, what a joke. We made you sleep and then took you with us and knew thatt if you do not cooperate with us, you will be burned by seconds and there will be no questions: Ash Ketchum tries to save Groudon from Team Magma, he fails and then he loses his life. We would be knows as heroes for attempting to save you and putting a stop to Team Magma."

Ash now knew that he was in a trap. Serena then said "Now, you have a chance, you give up on your goal of becoming a Pokemon Master, or..." Serena then stamped on the ground making a small rock fall on Ash "…you would be burned." Ash was silent but tears were flowing like a stream on his cheeks..

The traitors were looking at him for about a minute and then May said. "The time is up and your decision is?" Ash knew that he had no Flying Pokemons or even any Pokemons with him. Ash then attempted to pull up using Dawn and Serena's hands as if they wanted to kill him, he would bring the two to die with him and Dawn and Serena were about to fall. Brock and Kiawe then held firmly to Dawn and Serena.

Serena spoke "You made the wrong choice. We will not come to die with you." Serena then held a black belt with five Pokeballs and Ash looked with horror. "Do not do this!"

Dawn then was smirking. "You can save five of your Pokemons..." He then showed the belt Serena was holding. "Or your partner Pokemon can be saved." Ash's eyes were bulging when Dawn was holding a single Pokeball. Ash requested. "You all spoke like as though you cared about my Pokemons and this is what is the choice you gave me!" Dawn and Serena waited for a minute and then Dawn spoke "No words mean that we will throw both!"

Serena then smiled at Ash and then He spoke "We have spoken for the last and this is where we will part. Enjoy the sensation of lava melting you as that is what you deserve." Ash said "How can you do this! What about Buneary who loves Pikachu?" Dawn smiled and said "I will tell Buneary that Pikachu died due to an accident." Serena then threw Ash's belt which had five Pokeballs and Dawn then threw the single Pokeball.

Dawn and Serena then suddenly left Ash's hands and he had a last look at his so called friends, traitors to be precise, before he was in the lava pit and shouted "NOOOOOOOO!". Ash then was able to grab his belt and then he grabbed the single Pokeball he had. Ash could only look to the lava pit that lied ahead of him.


Misty got up and saw that He was not in Cerulean Gym but that He was on top of a tower. Misty was surprised as to why He was in a tower and looked around to see that He was in Sky Pillar. Misty then saw Brock and Tracey looking at her in a serious manner.

Brock then said seriously "Misty, you came here to save Rayquaza from Team Rocket.". Misty felt that made no sense "I do not recollect me trying to save Rayquaza.". Tracey looked at her and said "You fell and so you may have lost the memory."

Misty then said "Stop these jokes!" and Brock replied "You saw in a dream that Rayquaza would be captured by Team Rocket and so you made us come here. Youu fell and lost those memories." Misty then tried to take her phone only to find that He had no phone with her.

Brock knew that Misty was smart and so He could more easily detect nonsense and he saw Misty say "I always would travel with my phone. I am sure now that I was somehow made to come here after sleeping." and Brock realized Misty was realizing the truth.

Brock then carried Misty with his arms and Misty shouted "HELP!" but Tracey then closed her mouth. Misty was very sad on realizing that He could do nothing much. Misty saw Brock and Tracey carrying her to the edge of the terrace and placed her there and He saw Brock, Tracey, May, Max, Lana, Kiawe, Sophocles, Mallow, and Lillie looking at her.

May then said "Misty, you have never done anything serious for your goals when traveling with Ash unlike me. You are just a useless girl who could do nothing. I am sure my Venusaur will destroy your team!"

Max shouted "I am disappointd that I thought good about you. You are someone who has been very abusive to Psyduck. Peope like you would find their place in Team Rocket or the other teams."

Misty then replied "Psyduck would often come out of the Pokeball when not needed. I would only reimprand Psyduck when needed."

Brock then said "Your Pokemons do not deserve to be with a trainer who is so bad in training like you. May is a much better trainer than you. I traveled with Dawn, the runner up in Sinnoh Grand Festivals and He was much more dedicated to her goal than you, even He would sweep your team."

Tracey spoke "You are just a waste of a human being. You neither know how to cook, nor you are good in battling. You always onl depend on Gyarados which shows you are unfit for training Pokemons. Gyarados became stronge by itself, not due to you."

Mallow said next "I am sad that I met a trainer who is so bad in training Pokemons and who is just a waste of energy like you. Without Gyarados, you are nothing as a trainer."

Lillie then followed "You are afraid of things like Bug Pokemons and you also show no love to them. Trainers like you who discriminate Pokemons based on their types are so wrong!"

Misty replied while tears were flowing on her cheeks "That is just my fear. I wish well for all Pokemons and that includes Bug Pokemons. It is just that I get scared of them."

Lana then said "You never competed to show your strength. I came to the top 8 in Alola League which means that I am much better as a trainer than you!"

Sophocles then continued "Your team is weak to Electric types and you have made no effective strategies than spamming Gyarados. I would easily destroy your team."

Kiawe said "Leave Electric types, my Fire type Pokemons would easily defeat your team. You are pathetic as a trainer and do not deserve to be a trainer."

Misty then shouted "You just want to demoralize me! I can defeat you easily, you all just kidnapped me when I had no Pokemons! What do you want from me?"

Brock looked at her "Now, we come to the real matter. We all want you to stop you from training Pokemons. You are not fit for being a Pokemon trainer." Misty then looked at those close to her who have now become her enemies and then He realized.

Misty then said "You have done the same to Ash! Where is Ash?"

Brck then laughed on hearing that from Misty "Ash is just as much of a trash trainer like you. He was dealt with by us and so no one will save you. We would just say that Misty died while visiting Sky Pillar from falling while taking a selfie. There is one option of safety. I have your Pokemon belt. I will throw them along with you if you want to be a trainer but if you give up training, we would do nothing to you."

Misty said on hearing that "Ash is dead as he has you all close to him. I am never going to leave training Pokemons no matter if you try killing me."

Brock laughed "Now die, then!" Brock then puHed Misty and Misty was falling along with her Pokemon belt and He shouted "NOOOOOOO!" as He fell down. Misty soon was able to grab her Pokeball belt which had no Pokemons and He saw that the ground was near and He was falling more rapidly as time passed.


Present Day…

Ash sighed loudly and for a very long time. He hadn't given the obligations that were in the "fine print," so to speak, as much thought as he should have when he first became a champion. For instance, he wiHed he had known about the sporadic gatherings that Mr. Goodshow could convene whenever he wanted and which every champion was obligated to attend. Yes, those were by far the worst.

Because of this, he was now seated at a big circular table that had previously only held eight chairs in total: one for the coveted Mr. Goodshow and one for each champion. Misty, Steven, Cynthia, Iris, Diantha, Lillie, Leon, Geeta, and of course himself were all included in Ash count to make sure he hadn't overlooked anyone. Despite the fact that it wasn't necessary, he had arrived very early because nobody else had yet shown up.

He was in the picturesque area of Paldea, next to a sizable lake, where the meeting had been called. Normally, it could be hosted anywhere, but this time, Paldea, which was far from Kanto, was chosen. He was a little bit concerned, but he hid it from him. He had to demonstrate her superiority to the other champions while wearing her crimson vest so they would understand that the Kanto Champion was no pushover. Given that...

"Hello, and who are you?" said a voice. When Ash heard the statement, he became disoriented. He turned around and spotted Iris, the previous betrayer. As he closed the door behind herself, everyone but one blonde champion flashed him a knowing smile. Ash chuckled subtly while reflecting. 'In the end, this is the first one I've ever actually attended.'

It was actual. Ash had purposely stayed away from every meeting in anticipation of the inevitable questions that would be asked to him. Ash was frequently saved from trouble by Cynthia, and He would always be in him debt for that.

"Hey! I posed a query to you!" Ash was once more startled out of his thoughts by the girl's second remark. Iris, the Unova champion, was in front of him and was glancing at him with interest. Ash started to say anything when Mr. Goodshow, who had the exact same appearance as him from more than five years before, interrupted her. "Iris, enough already! There's no need to argue with her when we all want to know the same thing that you're trying to get out of her!"

Everyone had seated themselves by this point. Mr. Goodshow spoke after clearing his throat and turned to face Ash. "Please excuse me if I seemed unclear, but who are you exactly? I don't think I've ever seen you before..."

Everyone remained silent as they waited for Ash to speak. He spoke after a brief pause. "I want to express my gratitude to you all for your kindness today. Please excuse my tardiness in introducing myself; my name is Red." There was a flurry of gasps in response to that sentence. Leon had an arched brow, while Cynthia appeared as if nothing had changed at all. Iris and Lillie both had surprised expressions on their faces as they observed Diantha, who had slightly enlarged her eyes in surprise.

But Mr. Goodshow was the only one who had a voice. "So, you're the Kanto champion, huh? Would you mind explaining to me why you chose to skip out on more than a dozen meetings given that Cynthia here has rescued your behind on numerous occasions? the ones that are required, you know?" Red made a low sound. "Not really," said the speaker. Everyone there began to perspire. Sighing, Mr. Goodshow. "You certainly have our attention now. What made you decide to attend this particular meeting, specifically?"

Red grinned slightly. "Well, that should be clear. The location of the half-decade tournament will be decided at this meeting, and whether I was present or not, I had grounds to think that the committee will choose to send the tournament to Kanto." The champions were so taken aback by Red's knowledge that they remained silent. However, Mr. Goodshow did have a comment to make.

"Yes, Mr. Red, you are right. The competition—"

"Please. Red is great; Mr. Red makes me seem cynical." Red said in jest. Misty and Steven laughed at that, as the women looked on with interest. Mr. Goodshow was unable to contain his smile. "It is, Red. Your presumptions are accurate Red; the tournament is taking place in Kanto, at a city and stadium that was recently developed a lot." But Red didn't appear to think it was all that great. "You seem to have made up your mind already,"

Nodding, Goodshow " The reason is because we have."

That caused Ash's eyes to slightly widen. He peered around the table and noticed that no one was making a sound. So without him, they had already made up their minds. Cynthia's tone contained a very faint undertone of sarcasm. "You should anticipate that from someone who has managed to miss every meeting, though I'm not sure why that would be seen negatively." To Cynthia, Mr. Goodshow turned. What does that mean, exactly? Cynthia grinned slightly.

"Ah, absolutely nothing. If it's okay with you, Mr. Goodshow, I'll fill in Ghost in a private setting."

Ash and Cynthia were shocked to learn that Mr. Goodshow wasn't being as forgiving as they had anticipated. "Cynthia, I don't believe that. I am aware that you have repeatedly given the child your endorsement, and I respect your choice. He has obviously got a lot of power. Even out here, word spread of the opportunity to become a Champion in a more recent territory. That received a lot of attention from people all over the world. He deserves to be here because you are standing by him; else, you wouldn't be doing this."

To get a better look at Ash, Mr. Goodshow got up and strolled straight alongside him. The other champions and Cynthia were all keeping a close eye on them with some degree of interest. Mr. Goodshow focused on his clothes: The red vest with a zip, the black arm brace, the red and white Pokémon hat, the grey slacks, and the grey shoes. He became aware of the Z ring and the necklace that were both wrapped around his lower throat. His brown eyes stood out more than his brown hair, which was hardly noticeable at all. It was a bit unusual, but Mr. Goodshow couldn't recall the last time he had seen...

He dismissed the idea. It was absurd since it He resumed his initial line of thought.

"I am well aware of your motivation for coming today, Red, and I am also aware of your lack of attendance at previous sessions." Red answered stoically. "So it is? Educate me." But on the inside, Ash hoped that the elderly man—whom He secretly genuinely admired for performing so well—wasn't telling the truth.

Goodshow made a statement. "You definitely decided not to attend any meetings,"

Ash held his breath while remaining silent. "...since your damned city wasn't finished." Ash wheezed quietly, releasing the air he had been holding in silence.

Mr. Goodshow started ranting. "I couldn't believe how gorgeous the city looked until your designer Wattson recently sent me the final images. It was elegant! Astounding! Totally and completely wonderful! He promised me that it would be ready in time for the tournament, and I was already set to hold the event in Unova when he made that promise." Ash's eyes widened slightly as he spoke, and Goodshow spoke fast. "Be at ease, though! I predicted that your designer would be successful, and just in time—one month before the tournament begins!"

Ash wished He had known that Wattson had guaranteed Mr. Goodshow that ALT would be finished prior to the competition, but He was fortunately restrained enough not to obsess about the past. It was better to consider the future. Ash realised He had been slightly daydreaming, but was stopped in his tracks. When He noticed that everyone was staring at him with anticipation, He understood why. Ash spoke softly while Mr. Goodshow grinned.

"You're right, Mr. Goodshow," I said. Mister Goodshow chuckled. , "I knew it!"

"But I'm afraid you're not fully right. You see, I was in fact oblivious to the development of the Pokémon League, the creation of Indigo Plateau, and the recurring Kanto Battle competition. I was kept occupied by it, but the people of Indigo Plateau kept me busier than anything else." Now that Ash had spoken, everyone was paying close attention to what He had to say.

The young champion was still being heard by everyone. "Kanto is home to a group known as Team Rocket. They are douchebags of class "C." Compared to Skull, Galactic, Plasma, and the like, they are less well-organized, less clever, less ambitious, and less hell-bent on capturing strong Pokémon like 're just a nuisance that tries to show dominance when all they're really saying is how foolish they are."

Iris and Misty roared with amusement at Red's interpretation of the situation. Diantha covered her mouth to conceal a laugh as Cynthia rolled her eyes. Simply chuckling, Steven shook his head. Goodshow didn't say anything on hearing.

He said, much to the attention of the champions and Mr. Goodshow, "Basically, they decided it'd be smart to try and steal your basic stuff from the local street vendors in Indigo Plateau, so it's my job as Kanto's leader to protect my people with every fibre of my being, and for that much, I swear I will do till my dying breath."

Mr. Goodshow spoke subtly. "Presented in a champion-like manner. I appreciate everything you've done to serve your honourable nation. In spite of the fact that it is your responsibility to safeguard your citizens, you have never attended a single meeting." Ash remained silent while Mr. Goodshow sighed while speaking. "Very well Since you can make up for it by ensuring that everyone loves the competition and Indigo Plateau, I think it's in the past now. After all, you need to make a good impression on a lot of people, including myself, with the city."

The remainder of the meeting went by without too much disruption or delay. Everything was terminated after a few more hours. Ash, however, wasn't finished yet. He needed to speak with someone. As people started leaving, Ash said under the woman's ear, "In five minutes, come meet me outside. You are familiar with the location."

Cynthia arrived at what Ash referred to as "the view" of the lake five minutes later. It was a clearing in the trees with a stunning view of the lake. When Cynthia spotted him there, He started talking. "You should come by more often, especially since I keep putting up with your pathetic ass."

Without turning around to see her pal, Ash laughed. "Come on, now. The eleven times it wasn't" While laughing, Cynthia spoke. He placed a hand on Ash's shoulder and said, "You're actually right. "There were thirteen." With a broad grin on her face, Cynthia said. Ash moaned and spoke. "It would have and should have been fourteen; would you mind explaining your silence to me?"

Cynthia acted foolish. "About…"

With a serious look on his face, Ash asked, "About how you guys already decided that Kanto will host the tournament. Care to explain why I wasn't informed?" Cynthia whined. "Where's the pleasure in that, then?"

Ash shoved her aside and spoke. "Remove it. Any other person I could give a pass to because they wouldn't know any different, and this is a serious thing Cynthia. Cynthia, you are a different story."

Cynthia chuckled. "And when I say that I wanted to come see you and make a little fun of you, I'm not kidding. Additionally, the champions at least know you now, so they won't have to lecture you in your own area." Ash started to fight but stopped himself as he realised Cynthia was right. It was best to quarrel in private, away from any potential prying eyes that could be interested in his private matters.

Ash cried out. "You're probably only right about that, but I still would have preferred a heads-up."

Cynthia nodded. "Noted. What's new now?"

Ash gave a shrug. "The elites are getting ready for combat. Work-wise, nothing new. I guess everyone is just sticking to their positions. The same holds true for me." When Ash said that his elites had jobs, He meant that they spent a significant amount of time defending Kanto and their gyms while Indigo Plateau was being readied. Kanto had frequent sightings of Team Rocket, but as rumours of the Kanto Elites' presence there circulated, they were alarmed.

As a result, they were perceived much less. As the Champion, Ash had numerous responsibilities. He was in charge of all Indigo Plateau building, to start with. In hindsight, he had been giving the whole truth. He also provided protection for the populace and gave them a strong role model who was compassionate and fierce at the same time. He had to exude that sort of aura. Apart from weekends, they didn't spend much time together as a group because their work generally took up much of the day.

He jumped on after calling out her flying-type Pokémon. He smiled as He cast a glance down at Cynthia. "By the way... happy to see you once more! I'll see you again soon, buddy!" The lake's water quickly swirled around Ash as He then flew off in a gust of wind in the direction of the Pokémon League. Before returning to mingle with the champs, Cynthia simply chuckled and shook her head at the young man.


Later...

Ash was walking around in Indigo Plateau, the place where he first competed for the Champion title but he lost. He managed to get the Champion title in Orange Islands, Alola but the world thought he was dead and so he no longer had those titles. However, he soon became Kanto Champion but as Red.

Ash saw that the people were happily walking. Ash wished he could happily walk but usually he would think about the betrayal and become sad. What he never got was why did they betray him and try to kill him other than being jealous and feeling Ash being gone would be better for their careers. Even then it made no sense for many of them to betray him.

Ash felt lonely as he had almost no one close to him other than Steven, Cynthia, and Misty. Ash then walked and he then saw a girl running rapidly to him and saw that it was a fountain. Ash identified the girl as Bianca but he was pushed by her into the fountain.

Bianca said "Sorry!"

Ash then replied "My clothes are wet, I guess I should go and get them dried. Anyways, I accept your sorry."

Bianca then went away and Ash walked in the direction of the Pokemon League. Ash noticed that Indigo Plateau was very developed compared to when he was competing for the Champion title. Ash walked for some time and then Ash reached the Pokemon League building. The building door soon opened and Misty was present.

Misty asked "Was that Bianca who did this?"

Ash smiled and nodded "Yes, it was her."

Misty replied "We need to get your clothes dried. Come rapidly with me!"

Ash and Misty walked rapidly and reached the Champion's quarters. Ash then went to the cupboard and took new clothes. Ash then went to the washroom, entered the washroom, and soon changed his clothes. Ash then left the washroom and gave his clothes to Misty. Misty pressed a button while Ash hid and the laundry attendant came. The laundry attendant took the clothes and went. Ash then soon came from hiding and then Ash and Misty went to sit on the couch. Ash and Misty were happy to be with each other and sat quietly for some time. The bell soon rang and then Misty got a call.

"Miss, Cynthia has arrived, would you allow her to enter?"

"Fine, He can enter."

Ash and Misty then sat and in some time Cynthia came to Misty and she saw Ash.

Cynthia said "Ash and Misty, it is nice to visit you!" Ash said "Yes, I am happy to see that you are doing good." Misty said "Welcome Cynthia! I hope you find this place to be nice. You can sit on the chair." Cynthia then went and sat on a chair. Cynthia asked "When do you plan to reveal yourselves to the world? I am just curious."

Ash replied "One day, we would reveal ourselves. That could be after the tournament."


Meanwhile...

Trip was battling Iris in an unofficial match and Trip was down to just his starter, Serperior while Iris' Dragonite managed to sweep his team with a single move, Dragon Pulse. Alder was being the referee of the match. Trip's Serperior was able to avoid being hit by Dragon Pulse many times while still being hit by Dragon Pulse causing Serperior to lose health.

"Serperior, Leaf Storm!"

"Dragonite, Dragon Pulse!"

The two attacks hit and Dragon Pulse puHed back against Leaf Storm and hit Serperior causing Serperior to faint.

Alder said "Serperior fainted so Iris wins the match!"

Iris then said "Once a loser, always a loser, you Trip with your other losers Stephan and Georgia could never manage to defeat me! Trainers like you should retire from training Pokemons. I would ask to train your Pokemons but seeing how pathetic you are, your Pokemons also would be pathetic so I do not want them!"

Stephan said "You are spitting on Ash's legasy by being so crude and undisciplined."

Iris smirked "What can you do to discipline me? Nothing!"

Alder said "You are too boastful! Listen to your elders for once!"

Iris laughed loud on hearing that "You failure of a former Champion, you are also a pathetic loser. I see that is why you menttor other losers like Trip, Stephan, and Georgia. I am free to destroy your teams whenever I want to get fun by telling you all about your true value." Alder was sad due to Iris insulting him.

Georgia was fuming a lot over hearing Iris insult them. Georgia walked rapidly and then He slapped Iris hard. Iris then fell on the ground and Georgia went rapidly away. Trip knew that Iris will be angry at them over Georgia doing such a thing but he would still support her. Stephan also felt like supporting Georgia.

Iris yelled "How dare you do such a thing, you losers! I have no evidence to arrest you all but I will make sure to deal with you all."

Trip smirked and said "Yes, you have no evidence and I know you will try to take measures to make sure such a thing does not happen and we will also take measures to reveal our displeasure at you in ways such that we do not get arrested by the law enforcement."

Stephan said "We will support Georgia no matter what. You are a terrible Champion who insults her opponents even after defeating them which is not the proper conduct. If you do such things, you will ace repercussions like Georgia slapping you and even other worse things."

Alder said "I do not usually prove of violence but you deserve that for how you behave. This slap was the consequence of your actions. No matter how strong you are, you will face the consequences to whatever you do one day. Be a better person and do not insult opponents."

Iris walked away and said "I spent enough time with you losers! Bye!"

Trip said to Georgia "Do not feel sad over slapping Iris. He deserved that for her actions."

Stephan said "I also support you. Iris deserved that slap."

Alder also said "I normally do not support violence but Iris was too much of a problem and so He deserved the slap."

Georgia smiled on hearing that from Trip and Stephan "Thank You, Trip, Stephan, and Alder!"


Later...

Lillie, Kiawe, Lana, Sophocles, and Mallow were sitting in the Pokemon League building on Mount Lanakika. They knew they were extremely strong and were felt ready for the tournament that would soon took place. For now, they were resting after having matches with each other to train themselves.

Lillie said "I feel that we did the right thing by betraying Ash. Ash had to go for our careers to bloom."

Kiawe nodded "He was a friend of mine but still, he had to go away from the world for ourselves to be the Elite Four and the Champion. An outsider like Ash cannot be the Champion of Alola. Obviously he would have opposed such a law so we had to make him go from this world."

Mallow said "Sometimes, I feel a little sad that we did such a thing like betraying Ash to get our titles as a voice in my head says that I did a very wrong thing and I must atone for my sin of supporting the act of killing Ash and Misty. Some people would call that a conscience but I do not know how my conscience still persists and haunts me."

Sophocles then said to support Mallow "Yes, conscience is a very terrible thing. I understand that you say such a thing and some cannot handle such a thing. All you did was demoralize Ash. It was Dawn and Serena who ultimately killed Ash, so tell that to your conscience."

Lillie then asked "Is there some way to get rid of conscience, Sophocles as it is such a terrible thing for us? Conscience is indeed a terrible problem."

Sophocles answered "We need to be psychopaths or sociopaths to get rid of such a thing. Unfortunately I never did a research to get rid of consciene as I did not feel like there was a need for that. But I know Mallow is facing problems due to her conscience so something needs to be done. For now, Mallow needs to justify that it was Dawn and Serena who killed Ash and she did not personally kill Ash and Misty."

Kiawe said to all "I sometimes feel like Ash was practically an Alolan in the way he behaved. Alola was like his second home and he was good to Alola. But ultimately, his origin was not Alola and his origin was Kanto. Due to that, it feels reasonable that Ash should not be the Alolan Champion."

Lillie then said "How many of us could be psychopaths and sociopaths? Such a person could only support killing Ash easily."

Lana answered "I doubt any of us would be a psychopath or a sociopath. We can only cope with our conscience. Ultimately, only Dawn and Serena are to blame for the death of Ash and Brock is to blame for the death of Misty. Misty was my friend and even I also feel a little sad sometimes for her death."

Lillie then said "Alright, we have had enough rest and dwelling over the death of Ash and Misty. We would go and make our Pokemons to become stronger. We need to be stronger than Red who seems to be very mysterious and would in fact be a very strong trainer."

Kiawe then said "Yes, Champion, we will soon go and train our Pokemons. First, it is impressive that you managed to be stronger than us all so rapidly while we were just rookies. You are really talented in training Pokemons to do that."

Lillie smiled and said "Thank You! I was able to make my Pokemons stronger by training them to be more powerful much harder than you all have done. That s the secret behind my success as a Pokemon trainer."

Mallow then said "You are really a source of inspiration for all of us and we all try to strive to be like you, Lillie, in training our Pokemons to be stronger. We thank you for you being a source of inspiration for us all."

Lillie then said "Thanks for that! Now, we will all go to train our Pokemons to be stronger!" and the rest nodded. Lillie then got up and went to the door with others following her and then Lillie opened the door and the group went outside to reach the Pokemon battlefield for training with each other by battling to be stronger and also to train the moves of their Pokemons.