Chapter 60
Ghetsis stands with an air of calculated control, his demeanor exuding a blend of confidence and manipulation.
"Well now, what do we have here...? I come out wondering what the commotion is... Only to find the door to the center of the castle ajar, and intruders running wild! It seems those team leaders from other worlds are not nearly as useful as I had hoped," Ghetsis remarks, his words carrying a hint of disdain.
Lillie's concern for her parents prompts her to demand answers. "Where is my mother and father?! You haven't harmed them, have you?!" she asks, her voice quivering with worry.
In response, Ghetsis acknowledges Lillie's connection, saying, "Mother and Father, you say...? I see, you're the daughter of the presidents." He introduces himself as Ghetsis, the representative of Team Plasma, explaining, "I, too, was summoned from another world, much like the other leaders you've defeated! There is no need to worry. You will find the presidents up ahead, blissfully asleep and dreaming."
In a tense and urgent moment, Lillie and Gladion attempt to rush past Ghetsis towards the gate, their determination palpable. However, Ghetsis swiftly intervenes, halting their advance with a commanding gesture.
"Not so fast!" Ghetsis interjects, blocking their path.
Gladion's frustration boils over as he shouts, "Get out of the way!"
Ghetsis, unwavering, reveals his sinister intentions, his voice laced with a chilling resolve. "Unfortunately, I cannot let you go beyond this point! I have pondered the reason for my arrival in this world, and I believe I have finally unearthed the answer. My purpose... it is to traverse between worlds, liberating all Pokémon from the grasp of foolish humans... while consolidating power across dimensions for myself! However, to achieve this grand ideal, I require a valuable pawn. The leader of Team Rocket, a man entrenched in pure evil, fits the bill perfectly. By elevating him to a position of power, I shall ascend to ultimate supremacy!"
His words incite anger within both myself and my father, prompting me to retort, "As if we're going to let you do this."
Ghetsis, now visibly agitated, responds with a venomous tone, "Must you persist in meddling with my plans? Very well, then... All obstacles to my ambitions must be removed!"
As Ghetsis calls upon his formidable team, consisting of Cofagrigus, Bisharp, Bouffalant, Hydreigon, and the powerful Legendary Pokémon Zekrom and Reshiram, our strategy kicks into high gear. We swiftly choose our own lineup to counter this formidable opposition.
Utilizing Gladion's Zoroark, Hydreigon, Scrafty, Audino, Kyurem, and Necrozma, we plan our moves meticulously, aiming to match Ghetsis's strength.
In a decisive move, I wield the N-Solarizer, a key tool to merge Nebby with Necrozma. As the fusion takes place, Nebby transforms into the magnificent Dusk Mane form, augmenting its power and abilities for the battle ahead.
With a well-coordinated effort and strategic prowess, our team executes powerful moves, swiftly overpowering Ghetsis's Pokémon. One by one, Cofagrigus, Bisharp, Bouffalant, Hydreigon, and even the legendary Pokémon Zekrom and Reshiram, struggle to withstand the relentless assault of our united forces.
However, despite our collective strength and coordinated attacks, the legendary duo, Zekrom and Reshiram, prove to be resilient adversaries. In a crucial moment, Lillie seizes the opportunity, unleashing the power of the Icium-Z. With resolute determination, she commands her Pokémon, directing the devastating Subzero Slammer attack toward Zekrom. The icy onslaught engulfs Zekrom, overwhelming the legendary Pokémon with freezing power until it succumbs to defeat.
Simultaneously, I channel the power of the Ultranecrozium-Z, calling forth Necrozma's incredible might. With a commanding shout, "Light that Burns the Sky!" Necrozma transforms into its awe-inspiring Ultra form, radiating blinding brilliance as it harnesses an overwhelming surge of energy.
In a dazzling display of power, Necrozma's Ultra form unleashes the cataclysmic attack, aiming the brilliant beams toward Reshiram. The sky itself seems to ignite as the attack engulfs Reshiram, overpowering the legendary Pokémon with an indomitable force until it fades away, unable to continue the battle.
Ghetsis's enraged outburst reverberates through the room as he adamantly declares, "What?! I created Team Plasma with my own hands. I'm absolutely perfect! I AM PERFECTION! I am the perfect ruler of a perfect new world!"
In response to Ghetsis's delusions of grandeur, Alice asserts with a firm tone, "You lost. Now, step aside!"
Refusing to accept defeat, Ghetsis's desperation intensifies. In a shocking turn of events, he abruptly seizes Lillie by the neck, attempting to suffocate her, sending waves of horror through our group.
"Lillie!" We cry out in alarm and shock at the unfolding danger.
Ghetsis, his demeanor twisted with malevolence, gloats sadistically, "Myah-ha-ha! No, no, no, no, no! You don't get it, do you? I can't be defeated! I won't be! IT. CANNOT. BE. ALLOWED! You, insignificant intruders! If you value this girl's life, discard all your Poké Balls, this instant!"
"You coward..." Lillie struggles, her voice strained. "Please! Don't listen to him!"
Ghetsis, unmoved by Lillie's plea, commands with a cruel tone, "Shut your mouth!" He then turns his attention to us, observing the Poké Balls trembling in our hands. "What's this? Your Poké Balls are shaking. Could it be that they're shaking with rage? No matter! Throw away all your Poké Balls, right this instant!"
"As if we're going to let you do that," I retort defiantly.
Unfazed by our refusal, Ghetsis persists, "Were you not listening, or did you simply not understand? Well, you leave me no choice. This girl must..."
Before Ghetsis can enact his menacing threat, a sudden interruption occurs. To our surprise and relief, Colress, who had been absent until now, intervenes. "I see you are still dedicated to your own desires, Ghetsis..."
In a swift and unexpected move, Colress appears and utilizes his powers to teleport Lillie out of Ghetsis's grasp, rescuing her from imminent danger.
"It has been a while," Colress remarks calmly.
"Uncle Colress?" Lillie exclaims, recognizing him.
"He's here too?" Alice queries, clearly surprised by Colress's appearance.
"Ms. Wicke had sent word that you may need assistance. You'll have to forgive my rudeness, but I followed your trail using an invisibility device I recently invented," Colress explains. "It seems Ghetsis here has caused you quite some trouble! Although it appears this Ghetsis is from a different world than the one I know."
Ghetsis, visibly annoyed, retorts, "Of course... The Colress of this world! But you should have no reason to meddle in my plans!"
Colress, however, shows his disdain without hesitation. "Oh, please... I simply despise you, Ghetsis. That's enough reason for me!" With a sudden press of a button on his coat, an unforeseen occurrence unfolds: Ghetsis begins to fade away.
"What's this...? My body is being pulled... No...NOOOOOOOOOOOO!" Ghetsis's desperate cries echo as he fades into nothingness, his form dissolving into the unknown.
Colress, still composed despite the recent events, remarks, "It seems like repeated use is not a problem, even with the prototype. I should have known Colress Machine No. 1102 would work!"
Serena, curious about Ghetsis's fate, inquires, "Thank you for helping us, Mr. Colress! But what did you do to that man?"
"I simply adjusted his dimensional 'channel,' if you will, and sent him back to his original world! But Ghetsis is a man with power to match his ambition! He is not someone to be taken lightly. I can only hope that the taste of defeat will keep that Ghetsis out of trouble in his world..." Colress expresses with a hint of concern. "But turning Aether Paradise back to its original form... With all the different worlds mixing together, that won't be easy, even for me! There is tremendous power of evil at the center of the castle... If we can remove that man's twisted desires, the Colress Machine should be able to revert everything back to normal..."
Realizing the focus needs to be on Giovanni, I interject, "You mean Giovanni? If we can do something about him, everything will be fixed...?"
"Indeed, Ash! You are a very sharp young boy! I would like to study this castle; however, I leave the rest to you two!" Colress acknowledges, entrusting us with the crucial task ahead while he delves into his research.
With a sense of responsibility and determination, we brace ourselves to confront Giovanni and resolve the underlying conflict at the heart of Aether Paradise, understanding that the fate of multiple worlds hangs in the balance.
In the Trophy Room, a scene of chaos greets us as we discover Lusamine and Mohn lying unconscious on the ground. Standing before us is none other than Giovanni, exuding an air of authority and malevolence.
"Well, well... I had been informed of the intruders, but not that they were kids like you!" Giovanni remarks, his voice dripping with disdain. "I had allowed the other bosses to do as they wished, hoping they would be of use... But it seems you have defeated all of them. I am impressed you got here."
As he strides closer, Zossie, recognizing him, starts to speak, "So he's Team Rainbow Rocket's-"
"Indeed! Team Rocket's goal was to use all the Pokémon and control the world. But now, I have a bigger, better organization. Team Rainbow Rocket! And I, Giovanni, am its leader!" Giovanni proclaims with a sinister confidence, revealing his position at the helm of this menacing new organization.
Gladion and Lillie rush to their parents, expressing concern and anger at Giovanni's actions.
"The presidents will not awaken for some time. I have used the power of that Ultra Beast to make them sleep... And when they awaken next, they will be loyal servants to my will!" Giovanni declares with a sinister edge, his words sending a chill down our spines.
"How dare you?" Gladion's voice seethes with fury.
Giovanni continues, outlining his ominous plans, "Team Rainbow Rocket will conquer all worlds! We will build an army of UBs! But in order for this precious dream to be realized, we need the technology of the Aether Foundation—the technology of other worlds!"
The defiance in our collective response is clear. "As if we're going to join you," my mom retorts with a snarl, echoing the sentiments of our group.
"Hah! Of course, that would be your answer," Giovanni scoffs. "Having some kids and two adults stand in front of me like this... Such a thing should never happen. But for some reason, it also makes me feel nostalgic. If you insist on disrupting my plans, I will make you feel a world of pain!"
The battlefield crackles with intensity as Giovanni unveils his formidable team, featuring Dugtrio, Nidoking, Nidoqueen, Rhyperior, and the unexpected addition of Mewtwo, capable of Mega Evolution into its fearsome X form. The odds seem stacked against us, but we stand determined, selecting our team for this critical showdown.
Opting for Pikachu, Charizard, Lapras, Marowak, and Mew, we coordinate our strategies, preparing to confront Giovanni's imposing lineup. Mew steps up to face Mega Mewtwo X, engaging in a monumental clash reminiscent of our past battle in Cerulean Cave.
Recognizing the need for a decisive blow, I call upon the power of the Z-Move Genesis Supernova. With a resounding command, Mew unleashes the overwhelming energy of Genesis Supernova, creating a dazzling spectacle that engulfs the battlefield, aimed directly at Mega Mewtwo X.
Meanwhile, our other Pokémon, Charizard, Lapras, and Marowak, synchronize their attacks, combining their unique abilities and moves to target Giovanni's other Ground Type Pokémon—Dugtrio, Nidoking, and Nidoqueen. Their collaborative effort aims to exploit weaknesses and overpower Giovanni's Pokémon.
As the tumultuous battle draws to a close, Giovanni acknowledges our tenacity and the strength of our Pokémon.
"Ha! That was a truly intense fight! I see you have raised your Pokémon with utmost care. It would be foolish to fight such a kid with all my might. Ha, very well. I will leave Aether Paradise in your hands. But remember, my Team Rainbow Rocket will never fail! Never forget that!" Giovanni concedes, a grudging respect evident in his tone.
However, before the encounter can conclude, the ground begins to tremble, and a disorienting flashing light envelops the area. Giovanni, sensing the impending disturbance, steps aside, his demeanor indicating a sudden realization or understanding.
"I shall step aside this time! I hope we meet again..." Giovanni's voice echoes through the chaos.
The blinding light consumes our surroundings, leaving us temporarily disoriented. When we regain our senses, a strange calmness envelops the area. The ground has ceased shaking, and the chaotic flashes have ceased. As we look around, everything appears to be back to normal—the chaos, the alternate worlds, and the imminent threat of Team Rainbow Rocket have vanished. Aether Paradise stands restored, the tranquility of its surroundings returning as if the recent events had never occurred.
Trenor remarks in astonishment, "The castle... it's gone..."
"Is the Aether Paradise back to normal?" Alice queries, seeking confirmation amid the apparent restoration.
At that moment, Colress and Guzma make their entrance. Colress, his demeanor reflecting satisfaction, announces, "The Colress Machine has been activated, and it restored the mansion to its original form... Which means... you've done it! You defeated Team Rocket!"
Relief floods over us, echoing in collective sighs, while Guzma interjects with a characteristic remark, "Took you long enough."
Acknowledging our exceptional bond with our Pokémon, Colress compliments, "For Trainers such as you, who can bring out Pokémon's power through your bonds, it must have been easy."
Colress then sheds light on the aftermath of Team Rocket's defeat, stating, "The defeat of Team Rocket's boss seems to have sent everyone who had come with him back to their own worlds. As for me... I have decided on the next theme of my research!"
Responding warmly, my mom adds, "That's good to hear."
Before departing, Colress turns around, bidding us farewell, "Well then, I hope to see you again sometime." With a swift teleportation, he vanishes from our midst, leaving us with the memory of his assistance and an anticipation for possible future encounters.
Lillie reflects, "Uncle Colress... He's a truly great scientist, isn't he? Though he is also so very strange..."
Amid the relief and reunion, Mohn and Lusamine finally awaken, and we quickly rush to their aid, helping them to their feet. With a sense of urgency, we explain the tumultuous events that transpired in their absence.
"Well, it seems you've saved the day once again. We're truly grateful," Lusamine expresses her gratitude towards our efforts to restore order.
As a moment of calm settles, our attention is drawn to an unexpected sight. Faba, the enigmatic Aether Foundation employee, is found hiding behind a wall. Togekiss, exhibiting a curious demeanor, takes the initiative, dragging Faba toward us, seemingly determined to reveal his concealed presence.
"P-P-P-Presidents! I-I'm glad you're safe!" Faba stammers nervously upon being discovered.
Mohn, still recovering from his dizziness, inquires, "I still feel a bit dizzy, but... What of you, Faba? Are you unhurt?"
Faba attempts to downplay the situation, hastily reassuring them, "Oh, yes, of course! No need to worry yourself about me, Presidents! I'm just glad you're safe!"
Lillie, concerned about Faba's involvement, begins to explain, "But mother, father! Mr. Faba was-"
Faba hastily interjects, trying to justify himself, "N-now, now, Miss Lillie! You must still be rattled from all the confusion and chaos caused by Team Rainbow Rocket! I would never do such a thing as betray the foundation and invite Team Rainbow Rocket in, just to advance my career!"
However, his attempt to deflect blame and cover his tracks falters, revealing inconsistencies. It's evident that his explanation isn't convincing, and disappointment crosses the faces of Mohn and Lusamine.
"Branch Chief Faba," Lusamine's tone sharpens, her expression turning stern.
"I... I'm sorry!" Faba's apology is hurried, and without further explanation, he hastily rushes out, sensing the gravity of the situation and perhaps realizing his culpability.
After the chaos subsides, Lusamine and Mohn retreat to the medical room for thorough checks and recovery. Fortunately, their conditions seem stable, and it appears they will recover fully from the ordeal.
As for Faba, his involvement with Team Rainbow Rocket leads to consequences. He's demoted to the position of an intern within the Aether Foundation as a repercussion for his actions.
During the cleanup, we stumble upon a stash of 55 Big Nuggets, likely left behind by Team Rainbow Rocket, intended to serve as funding for their malevolent plans.
With the mansion being rebuilt and the situation returning to normal, Serena and Alice decide to stay with us in the same mansion. However, unlike us, they opt not to attend school, choosing a different path while residing in the comfortable and secure surroundings.
This is the end of the Rainbow Rocket arc. However, there are still a few more things like the Ultra Beast Quests and the Post Game Content. Not to mention the League. So I hope you like this chapter.
Ash and Lillie's Pokemon:
Charizard x2, Butterfree x2 (One Pink), Raticate (Alolan), Pikachu, Raichu (Alolan), Sandslash (Alolan), Ninetales (Alolan), Dugtrio (Alolan), Persian (Alolan), Golem (Alolan), Muk (Alolan), Exeggutor (Alolan), Marowak (Alolan), Lapras, Meganium, Typhlosion (Hisuian), Steelix (Crystal), Mantine, Sceptile, Gardevoir (Shiny), Milotic, Absol, Infernape, Lucario, Togekiss, Gallade, Samurott, Audino, Zoroark, Hydreigon, Greninja, Meowstic x2, Aegislash, Hawlucha, Zygarde x2, Decidueye, Incineroar, Primarina, Toucannon, Gumshoos, Vikavolt, Crabominable, Oricorio, Ribombee, Lycanroc x3 (Midday/Midnight/Dusk), Wishiwashi, Toxapex, Mudsdale, Araquanid, Lurantis, Shiinotic, Salazzle (Shiny), Bewear, Tsareena, Comfey, Oranguru, Passimian, Golisopod, Palossand, Pyukumuku, Type: Null, Minior, Komala, Turtonator, Togedemaru, Mimikyu (Shiny), Bruxish, Drampa, Dhelmise, Kommo-o, Solgaleo, Lunala, Necrozma, Magearna (Shiny), Marshadow, Poipole, Zeraora, Kleavor
