noffsinger Chapter 738 A Blessing in Disguise
Chapter 738 A Blessing in Disguise
After a high-speed flight, the Garchomp carrying Zhang Heng landed steadily in the open square in front of the East China Champions office building.
Zhang Heng leaped down, feeling a solid sensation beneath his feet.
He looked up and saw that the towering building looked solemn and majestic in the sunlight, but... it seemed much quieter than usual.
Garchomp, having tempered its ferocious aura during flight, followed closely behind Zhang Heng.
Its massive body moved with an unusual caution, as if afraid that its claws might crush the smooth floor tiles.
Stepping inside the building, the sense of silence became even more pronounced. The once bustling and noisy lobby and open-plan office areas now appeared exceptionally empty.
Only a few clerical staff were engrossed in processing documents at their workstations, and the occasional communication notification sounds sounded listless, making the environment seem even more desolate.
“It seems the aftermath of the last attack has not yet subsided…” Zhang Heng understood.
The Temple of Creation's brazen invasion not only caused visible damage, but also profoundly impacted the nerves of the entire East China Alliance.
A large number of fieldwork, investigations and follow-up work have drawn away most of the manpower, and even this central location is inevitably short of manpower.
Without delay, he went straight to the champion's office on the top floor of the building.
The heavy solid wood door was ajar, not completely closed. Zhang Heng raised his hand, his knuckles tapping the door panel with a crisp sound.
"Come in." A slightly tired but still clear voice came from inside.
Zhang Heng pushed open the door and entered. The first thing he saw was Secretary-General Kang, who was sitting behind a large desk, rubbing his temples.
She wasn't wearing her impeccable business suit today, but instead a dark casual outfit that allowed her to move around easily. Her long hair was simply tied back, and there were noticeable light blue circles around her eyes, indicating that she had been working continuously for a long time.
Beside her, the Dream Eater was considerately extending its faintly glowing claws to gently massage the acupoints on her head, a soothing superpower quietly flowing through it.
Secretary-General Kang looked up and his gaze first fell on Zhang Heng. He nodded slightly.
Then he caught a glimpse of the Garchomp standing behind him like a guardian deity, trying to minimize its presence. A look of understanding flashed in his eyes, but he didn't ask any further questions.
"Xiao Heng, you're finally awake? I'm so glad you're alright." Her voice was slightly hoarse from staying up all night, but her concern was genuine.
“Yes, Secretary-General Kang, I just woke up. This time… I slept a little too deeply.” Zhang Heng stepped forward, his tone apologetic and grateful.
"You should also get more rest; health is the most important thing."
Secretary-General Kang waved his hand to indicate that it was alright, and then stood up from his seat, his movements slightly stiff.
"Some things can't be delayed. The best news is that you've recovered."
She paused, her gaze shifting to a large silver metal cabinet embedded in the wall of the office. The cabinet's surface was covered with flowing, dark blue energy patterns, making it the Alliance's highest-level encrypted treatment unit.
"Your companions are receiving treatment in the treatment chamber developed by your father, and have just completed the final stage of conditioning."
She nodded slightly to the Dream Eater. The Dream Eater understood, temporarily stopped the massage, and turned to the silver treatment chamber.
It raised its hands, and a rich, pinkish-purple super-energy surged out like a tangible ribbon, precisely injecting into several energy ports on the side of the treatment chamber.
"Buzz—click, click..."
A deep, pleasant mechanical sound rang out, and the dark blue patterns on the surface of the treatment chamber suddenly lit up. Complex data streams rapidly refreshed and were decoded on the transparent observation window on the front of the chamber, like a waterfall.
Immediately afterwards, a hissing sound came from inside the chamber, and a large amount of milky white, low-temperature repair steam gushed out from the vents around the chamber.
It spread quickly, carrying a faint, refreshing scent similar to a mixture of tree fruits and herbs, full of a unique quality that blends technology and life.
As the steam slowly dissipated, the front hatch of the treatment chamber silently slid open to both sides. Inside, a sophisticated mechanical arm lifted four Poké Balls and smoothly delivered them.
It was the Dive Ball with rippling water, the Master Ball of Urshifu, the Heavy Ball of Heatran, and the Poké Ball that was originally used to house Garchomp, but is now empty.
The four Poké Balls seemed to be held up by an invisible hand, flying lightly towards Zhang Heng.
Zhang Heng reached out and caught it. With a slight sense of the power of the Super-Strength, he could clearly perceive that the auras of his three companions in the Diving Ball, Master Ball, and Heavy Ball were already stable and strong.
He even seemed to be much stronger than before the injury, clearly having received top-notch treatment and conditioning, after all, Zhang Leiyuan was also a medical professional.
Zhang Heng casually put away the empty Poké Ball and then used his system abilities to check on the status of his three legendary Pokémon companions.
Pokémon Name: Ripple
Level: 85 (Champion-level combat power)
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Pokémon Name: Urshifu (Combo Style)
Level: 78 (Near-Champion Level Combat Power)
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Pokémon Name: Heatran
Level: 86 (Champion-level combat power)
"As expected... divine beasts have a natural advantage; once they experience a major battle, their level increases very quickly."
Zhang Heng had his own thoughts in mind, and his top-tier combat strength had gradually formed into a formidable fighting force.
"The Pokémon named Ripple was the most overdrawn, forcibly unleashing multiple powers to resist an attack of extraordinary magnitude, which injured itself."
Secretary-General Kang walked closer, looked at the diving ball in Zhang Heng's hand, and spoke in a serious tone.
"Although there is no major problem now, it is best to avoid another outbreak of the same intensity in the short term."
Zhang Heng nodded emphatically, his fingertips stroking the cool surface of the diving ball, his heart filled with a mixture of lingering fear and relief.
Last time, if Father and Thunder Drum hadn't consumed most of the power of Mewtwo's signature move, Psychic Smash, which was empowered by the Magic Stone, it would have been a huge victory.
Even with the triple boost of Water Drop Slab, Dynamax, and Ancient Life, Ripple would probably have a hard time escaping unscathed.
After all, a first-tier god is still too powerful. I wonder if Zekrom can put up a fight.
Secretary-General Kang continued, "As for Martial Arts Bear Master and Sidolann, their main problem is not physical injuries, but rather that they are tainted with too much spirit world aura, or rather, death aura."
"This energy, which originates from the essence of the spirit world, is corrosive to ordinary life forms and will continuously devour vitality. Your prolonged coma this time, in addition to the enormous consumption of energy, is very likely also due to the invasion of death energy."
"Many Ghost-type trainers also have this problem. For example, raising Ghost-type Pokémon can lead to a shortened lifespan and make them weak and sickly. Most of these cases are due to being tainted by the aura of the spirit world, also known as death energy."
Zhang Heng's heart skipped a beat. He was about to express his gratitude and ask for details when Secretary Kang raised his hand to stop him.
"Don't blame yourself, it happened suddenly. Just remember this: if you ever venture into the spirit world again, or fight in a similar environment, prioritize Ghost-type, Dark-type, and certain Psychic-type Pokémon. They are effective against Dying Aura."
"I understand, Secretary-General Kang. Thank you." Zhang Heng firmly remembered this valuable experience.
Secretary-General Kang smiled wearily but gently as he turned and pointed to the indoor battlefield next to the office building.
"Your father and that Mr. Xing are currently in the indoor training ground next door. It's the same place where you fought Xiao Gang last time."
A strange light flashed in her eyes.
"They're having a... well, quite a lively exchange. If you go now, you should still be able to catch the best part."
Upon hearing this, Zhang Heng's eyes lit up. A head-to-head competition no less than that between champions? His father and that mysterious Xing Wence?
"Really? Thank you so much, Secretary Kang!"
Zhang Heng's tone was full of anticipation. After thanking Secretary-General Kang again, he couldn't wait to turn around and pat the Garchomp's thick forearm next to him.
Garchomp let out a low growl and immediately lowered its body obediently. Zhang Heng nimbly leaped onto its broad back, and Garchomp hovered in mid-air with its four feet slightly off the ground.
Secretary-General Kang watched their departing figures, listening to the faint roar coming from the direction of the training ground, gently shook his head, a smile playing on his lips, and murmured, "Youth, it's so good..."
He then sat back down at his desk, rubbed his temples, and continued working on the mountain of documents piled up in front of him.
The Dream Eater quietly floated back to her side, continuing to release its calming superpower field.