Hey Guys! Crescent Rider here and I am back with another chapter! The conclusion of the Alien Conquerors Arc.
But before you start, some things need to be said first.
The first, the answer to the fifteenth 'Who's that Pokemon' is Machamp the 'Superpower Pokemon'
The second is my expectation for the people who will read this chapter. Most of you will end up hating a certain someone more than you hate already.
Finally, the last chapter will consist of both OVA and the Original.
That is all I have to say and enjoy the chapter!
Safe Area
After the alien had brought everyone to safety, a few other heroes gathered at their location. But a certain cyborg would raise his arm cannon at the alien and prepare himself to fire toward it.
What stopped him was Kombu stepping in front of the alien, "There's no need for that, Metal Head. It won't attack us, let alone kill anyone,"
"How are you certain?" Genos said,
"Asked anyone here, and they'll tell you," Kombu insisted, and Genos started glancing at the other heroes,
Their nods confirmed Kombu's claim, and he lowered his arm cannon but remained cautious. As for the alien, it telepathically communicated with Kombu instead of Seaweed then transformed itself into a triangular prism.
Kombu receives this prism, then turns to Seaweed, "Hey, do you mind if I put this into your bag?"
"Sure, in the meantime, I'll be carrying Mew-sensei in my arms," Seaweed agreed and Kombu put the prism into her bag,
Moments later, Atomic Samurai approaches the two, "To think that the very creature the Association's been trying to find is in the hands of two girls. I must say, I'm quite honored for this encounter,"
"Honor from a Class - S Hero? that's high praise for people who aren't heroes," Kombu remarked,
"Being heroes or not, does not matter," Bang said, "What truly matters is the people in possession of such a creature. From the way it always acts around you two, we can all tell that you're all good people,"
"For the record, Mew-sensei found us! Not the other way around," Seaweed clarified,
"So you call that thing Mew-sensei," Tatsumaki remarked, "Did give you psychic powers or something?"
"I've always been psychic, Miss," Seaweed said, "Mew-sensei simply teaches me how to use them,"
"So it's more than just some powerful pet then," Metal Bat said while resting his bat on his shoulder, "Guess this gathering of ours is worth something after all,"
"Indeed," Puri Puri Prisoner agreed,
Kombu and Seaweed seemed comfortable around these people since they were quite nice to talk to. But that soon changed when a newcomer spoke to them, "Care to explain, Metal Bat-kun,"
Everyone soon turned to the voice and standing above them was Class-A's Top Hero, Amai Mask, "Explain it so I can understand,"
" Handsomely Masked Amai Mask," Metal Bat recognized, "Where the hell did you pop up from?"
"I was filming a TV drama in the next town. There was a roar and tremors, so I came and found City - A wiped out," Amai Mask explained, then he momentarily set his gaze upon Kombu and Seaweed,
The latter instinctively stepped back and kept Mew close while the former was mentally prepared for anything. All the while, Metal Bat explained the whole situation to him, "Monsters on a huge-ass ship attacked us. They fired artillery at us and did all this. But we took care of it,"
With that being said, Kombu sensed bloodlust coming from Amai Mask's eyes while he was fuming at the summary of the situation, " 'Took care of it' you say? You call this victory? Such incompetence I'm completely appalled at all of you!"
"Hey! You didn't even get here in time, so don't go acting all big," Metal Bat rebuked,
"Indeed, I wasn't here but you were all right here," Amai Mask pointed out, "You didn't save a single brick!
"We were having a meeting inside the headquarters building," Atomic Samurai explained, "We went outside as soon as the enemy attacked but the city was already in ruins,"
"So what? You think if you tell them that, the media will just let all of this go?" Amai Mask questioned,
"You. Whose side are you on? We did our best," Puri Puri Prisoner asked,
"I'm on the side of justice," Amai Mask coldly replied, "Having Class S heroes this pathetic..."
He stands slides down, and dramatically finishes his line before flipping the bangs that covered his other eye, "Is an embarrassment. Anybody this useless should voluntarily retire,"
Metal Bat, not having this conversation, marched right into Amai Mask's and vented out all his frustration to the hero's face. In return, Amai Mask would clarify his position as Class-A's top hero to prevent other heroes like him from moving up to Class-S.
Veins were popping out left and right from Metal Bat's head. Kombu even expected him to throw down on Amai Mask and see where it goes.
But were abruptly disturbed by a large capsule dropping nearby and it soon revealed that it was none other than Metal Knight, who had just arrived at the scene.
He practically ignored the heroes present and walked towards the alien ship. Genos went and confronted him about his late arrival, but their discussion was brief as Metal Knight intended to strip the ship of its resources and create weapons to maintain the peace.
Amai Mask would remark that such weapons are wasted in the hands of heroes like Class S while Metal Bat warned him that he'd better watch his back.
Moments later, they all hear Superalloy Darkshine calling and waving to them, "Hey! I found some alien survivors!"
With this, everyone walked towards him. Though Amai Mask is a bit faster than the rest of them.
Moments later...
As soon as everyone arrived at the area, they were greeted by various aliens that had been tied up and come with a variety of species from outer space.
Seaweed wondered where they all respectively came from, but that thought was abruptly cut short when Amai Mask went up and executed them before the heroes' eyes.
Just as Superalloy Darkshine gasped upon Amai Mask's merciless act, Kombu grew wary of him while Seaweed kept Mew closer and stood behind her.
"Amai Mask! What the-" Superalloy Darkshine exclaimed,
"They did not deserve to live. They were evil," Amai Mask coldly stated, "I swiftly implemented justice, that's all,"
Kombu and Seaweed now learn just how heartless he is towards monsters and perceive him as a threat. After Amai Mask had expressed his disappointment towards Genos' performance during the Deep See King incident...
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He soon stopped by Kombu and Seaweed and gazed at Mew with disdain...
As Mew stares back at him, Amai Mask instinctively clenches his left fist in an attempt to hide his intention. But Kombu would see through him, "You try anything... Then I won't hesitate to fight you,"
Her words soon caught his attention, and Amai Mask simply scoffed at her before stating the following, "So you must be the one everyone's been talking about... The monster who turned human, well, regardless, that doesn't matter"
Amai Mask would express his disdain more openly, "Even under all that guise, you're still a monster at heart. And the moment you and that creature cause trouble, I will be first in line to imply swift justice upon you,"
"Right back at you," Kombu bluntly declared,
Amai Mask just stares, then he turns away and leaves without another word to spare,
"Kombu-Onee-Chan," Seaweed called out, "I don't like that man,"
"Of course, you don't," Kombu said as she placed her hand on her head, "Because I feel the same as well,"
Though the heroes just stare, the one who appreciates this confrontation is Metal Bat, who seems to share their disapproval towards the idol hero.
With this alien incident settled and done, Mew has but one last thing to do for today, "Mew,"
"Huh?" Seaweed turns to it,
"Mew! Mew Mew!" Mew conversed,
"A Piano Recital? What kind of Piano Recital," Seaweed inquired, while Metal Bat realized and recalled a particular event that he needed to go to,
For Mew, it channeled its thoughts through Seaweed's mind. Then she understood what she meant, "Oh, I see. Then we'd better get going before we miss the performance of your friend, Zenko,"
"Hey, wait!" Metal Bat called out, and the three turned to him, "I know this is sudden and all, but I tag along with you. Zenko's my sister, and she'd hate me if I missed her piano recital,"
"Then I guess it's settled, But try not to freak out about what comes after," Kombu advised,
"What do you mean by-" Before Metal Bat could say, Mew teleports all out of City-A and the heroes that witnessed their departure were a bit surprised,
However, they shrugged it off and went their separate ways while Metal Knight dismantled the alien ship to create a much larger Headquarters for the Heroes Association.
Music Studio
Upon arrival, Metal Bat started whipping his head around and recognized the street he was in. But first, he let out his reaction, "Fast!"
"Better than walking, don't you think?" Kombu inquired,
Metal Bat soon checked his phone and noticed that it was still early. In other words, he has but enough time to reach Zenko's piano recital, "Great, it's still early! Though, there is one place I need to go to first before we head there,"
A Couple of Minutes Later...
With today's piano recital, everyone was silent since every performance is recorded and the only light used inside is directed towards only the stage.
Zenko is seen glancing around, searching for her big brother in the audience. Of course, she'll contact her brother about his absences before her performance starts.
But that wasn't necessary when she glanced up and saw her brother entering the door. At first, she felt grateful knowing her brother wasn't late. But then she noticed that he wasn't alone.
She saw two unfamiliar people behind him and wondered who they were. Then she widened her eyes when she spotted a girl her age holding Mew in her arms. Zenko was profoundly delighted by the arrival of her brother and Mew.
As soon as she was called, she'd walk up to the stage and breathe before gracefully playing the piano for the audience. Though the audiences were advised to remain silent as each performance was recorded, they couldn't hold their breath as they were in awe of Zenko's performance.
Metal Bat was on the verge of crying due to how proud she had come while Mew closed its eyes and enjoyed the tunes she was playing. Kombu and Seaweed enjoyed her performance much like the audience and their conversation was done via telepathy.
'So this is why Mew wanted to be here. She's really good,' Kombu said,
'Not just that, Mew-sensei said that they taught her how to play so much and Zenko-chan invited them to today's recital,' Seaweed explained, 'Mew-sensei agreed and wanted to see how she'll play under their instruction,'
'Then color me impressed, because I wouldn't mind listening to this for hours,' Kombu praised,
After Zenko finished the last note, everyone refrained from clapping since there were still a few participants left for today's recital. But they deemed her performance praiseworthy and Mew considered her training to be a complete success...
After The Recital...
With the lights turned on, the audience was praising each contestant. But if it were the contest, Zenko would have won first place for such an astonishing performance for today's recital.
As parents and guardians plan on going home with their child, Zenko was accompanied by Metal Bat. Before they'd leave for home, Metal Bat stretched his hand to Kombu, "Thanks for getting me here in time, if it weren't for you. I would have missed my sister's piano recital,"
Kombu just stared at his hand, then proceeded to shake it as a gesture of gratitude, "You're most welcome, Metal Bad-san,"
"You were playing really well back there. I wish I could play like that," Seaweed complimented Zenko,
"Well I have been practicing," Zenko looks to Mew, and lets its head nuzzle against her hand, "And I have Mew to thank for,"
"Mew-sensei is really great, aren't they?" Seaweed inquired,
"Umu~ they are," Zenko agreed,
"Ok, Zenko. It's time to go home," Metal Bat declared, "We still have Tama to take care of, remember,"
"Alright," Zenko said, "Until next time, Seaweed-chan?"
"Umu~ Until next time!" Seaweed agreed,
Kombu smiled, knowing that Seaweed had established a friend besides Mew. Metal Bat shares the same feeling, then he recalls another matter to discuss with her, "By the way, I heard that the Association has taken a huge interest in you, your sister, and this alien cat you're with. If by some chance you guys join up, I wouldn't mind working alongside you,"
"Sure, I'll keep that in mind," Kombu said, then she turned to Seaweed, "Normally, we'd have Mew bring us home. But I feel like walking home today,"
"Okay," Seaweed said, then waved to Zenko, "Bye-bye!"
"Take care!" Zenko said back,
The four soon went their separate ways, but they established deep and meaningful friendships...
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But the young ones have a different thought in mind.
Kombu's Side
"Hey, Kombu-Onee-chan," Seaweed called, "I have to ask,"
"What is it?" Kombu inquired,
"Do you like Zenko's brother?" Seaweed said,
"Where are you getting this idea?" Kombu inquired,
"He said that he won't mind working with you when we become heroes, and you agreed to what he said earlier," Seaweed clarified,
Kombu just sighed, then playfully ruffled Seaweed's hair a few times, "Oh, Seaweed. What am I going to do to you,"
The two just focused on making their way home with a new roommate to settle with.
Metal Bat's Side
"Hey, Bad-Onii-chan," Zenko called, and Metal Bat turned to her, "Was that your girlfriend?"
Metal Bat was caught off guard as nearly tripped a few times, but he'd fixed his posture and turned to his sister, "Hey, where is this coming from?!"
"Well you said that you're okay with working alongside her, and she was sitting next to you ever since you arrived at the recital," Zenko pointed out, "So I thought that the reason you canceled was for your date,"
"I've told you, I couldn't come early because I was called over on a stupid meeting! Also, I just met her, why do you think she's my girlfriend?" Metal Bat questioned, "Plus, I'd prefer to spend my time around you over bothersome things,"
"But I wouldn't mind having her as your girlfriend," Zenko noted, "She seems nice,"
Metal Bat just started then he scratched the back of his head. But he would say nothing of the matter while Zenko changed the topic, "Were you crying when I played, Onii-chan?"
"Ha! Ha! As if I were," Metal Bat falsely denied,
But deep down, he did enjoy every second of his sister's gracious performance...
That is it for this chapter! And in case you all wonder to yourselves, will there be a pairing in this fanfic?
I'll consider it, so stay on your toes for the verdict of this decision.
As for today's who's that Pokemon, I'll save it for the next season of the story.
That is all I have to say, and I'll see you all in the finale of the fanfic's first season!