As this thought flashed through Wen Qi's mind, he decided without hesitation to share his suspicions with the dominant Venusaur.
He took a deep breath, steadied his emotions, and looked directly into Venusaur's deep eyes before speaking slowly:
"Lord Venusaur, you've gone all out for this Bulbasaur. Could such a large-scale search possibly go unnoticed? Do you think the cunning humans or the other groups in this forest would believe this is just an ordinary Bulbasaur?"
Venusaur pondered for a moment, then slowly shook its head.
"I cannot say what the other Pokémon groups think. But humans—they will surely sense that this Bulbasaur is extraordinary."
"First, my actions are too conspicuous. Second, the human who took it, once they discover its uniqueness, will not sit idly by."
Wen Qi's words struck Venusaur like needles, causing it to frown slightly as it gestured for him to continue.
"Even if your grandson is gifted, how could humans easily see through it based on appearance alone?" Venusaur asked, puzzled.
Wen Qi shook his head, a meaningful smile curling at the corner of his mouth: "Lord Venusaur, you may not know this. The wonder of this Bulbasaur lies in the fact that it cannot be captured by a Poké Ball. If that hunter pays even a little attention, they'll find out. Once that information leaks, the League's attention will surely follow."
Hearing this, Venusaur's heart sank. It realized that it might not be able to protect this treasure for long. Though Wen Qi's words were calm, each one struck Venusaur's heart like a heavy hammer.
"If you were still in your prime, you might have been able to contend with the League. But now, your strength has waned, and your deterrent power has diminished. Many groups in this forest are watching in the shadows, waiting for your decline."
Wen Qi's words were as biting as a cold wind, making Venusaur shiver. Yet Wen Qi didn't stop there; he continued, "I know this Bulbasaur's potential is extremely high. In human terms, it has light-blue potential, limitless possibilities, even reaching champion level, and it carries the power of a legendary Pokémon."
This statement exploded like a bombshell in Venusaur's heart. It stared at Wen Qi in shock, unable to believe that this human understood the Bulbasaur so deeply.
"Therefore, I believe this Bulbasaur is no longer fit to stay in the forest. Once the League learns of its existence, they will send strong trainers to inspect it. At that point, even you might struggle to resist."
Wen Qi's tone was firm and forceful, leaving Venusaur unable to argue.
"So, letting me take this Bulbasaur away might be the best choice," Wen Qi continued. "I will raise it well and help it grow strong. Besides, I live on the farm at the edge of the forest. Even after it matures, I can continue to look after your group."
Venusaur pondered for a long time before finally nodding. It understood that Wen Qi spoke the truth. If the League discovered this Bulbasaur, the consequences would be dire. Letting Wen Qi take it might indeed be a good option.
Yet, a trace of reluctance lingered in Venusaur's heart. It looked at Wen Qi and stated its conditions: "I can let you take my grandson, but you must agree to three conditions."
Wen Qi agreed without hesitation: "Name them. If I can do it, I will give it my all."
"First, after I die, if my group faces danger, you must ensure their safety." "Second, you must diligently train the Bulbasaur. Within five years, its strength must reach gym level. If you fail, you must return it to me." "Third, I want to see your strength. Your Scizor—fight me."
Venusaur slowly laid out its demands. Wen Qi listened and agreed without a second thought. He knew these three conditions were both a test and Venusaur's hope for its grandson.
However, Wen Qi felt it was better to put the Bulbasaur away first. It shouldn't be exposed now; the fewer who knew about it, the better. He discussed this with the dominant Venusaur, who agreed it was wise. It wasn't suitable for the Bulbasaur to appear now.
If Venusaur simply claimed it hadn't found the Bulbasaur for a long time, announced its death, and threw a fit, the matter would blow over. The real trouble would come if others or Pokémon knew the Bulbasaur was alive and had been found. Fortunately, when Venusaur met Wen Qi, no other Pokémon were around—it was safe.
Venusaur signaled Wen Qi to put the Bulbasaur away. Ignoring the Bulbasaur's desire to play, Wen Qi directly stored it in a Poké Ball, actually taking it into the small world. Venusaur watched the disappearing Bulbasaur, feeling a pang of reluctance but knowing it was for the best.
Now, Venusaur led Wen Qi to a clearing with flat terrain, a good place for a battle. Wen Qi looked at the opposing dominant Venusaur. Though it was still injured, given its dominant strength, his Scizor stood no chance of winning. Still, Wen Qi didn't want to lose easily; he wanted to show his power.
Wen Qi approached Scizor and said, "The day has finally come. Scizor, are you ready? Let's go all out and fight with everything we've got."
Scizor also sensed the overwhelming strength of the opposing Venusaur. At its current level, it would likely be taken out instantly. It knew Wen Qi was right—to have a chance, they had to follow his lead and undergo Mega Evolution.
Wen Qi took a deep breath, his heart filled with resolve and determination. He knew that only through Mega Evolution could Scizor have a glimmer of hope. He whispered to Scizor, "This is our moment. Don't be afraid, don't hesitate. Let's push beyond our limits together."
Scizor felt its trainer's resolve, its eyes shining with an unyielding light, as if saying, "I'm ready. No matter the outcome, I'll fight by your side."
Wen Qi gripped the evolution stone tightly and raised it to the sky. In an instant, a dazzling light burst from the stone, enveloping Scizor completely. Wen Qi's heart raced as he felt the power within Scizor awakening, a surge of unprecedented energy.
The light of evolution, like dawn, illuminated Scizor's entire body. Its form began to change dramatically—its shell grew harder, gleaming with a metallic luster. Its already sharp pincers became even larger, as if they could tear through anything. Its wings widened, each flap generating powerful gusts. Scizor's eyes shone with sharper intensity, its power reaching new heights.
Wen Qi felt the transformation and his emotions soared. He knew this wasn't just a battle; it was a spiritual baptism. The evolved Scizor was more formidable, its strength and speed reaching new levels. Every movement was filled with power and determination.
In the glow of evolution, Wen Qi and Scizor's spirits were elevated. They were no longer just a trainer and a Pokémon; they were true comrades, facing unknown challenges together. Wen Qi believed that no matter the outcome, they had given their all, and that was enough.
As the light of evolution faded, Wen Qi and Scizor stood at a new starting point. Their eyes were filled with anticipation for the future and a thirst for battle. Though the dominant Venusaur remained powerful, they were ready to face this fight. Win or lose, they had proven their worth.
The evolved Scizor was larger, every muscle brimming with strength. Its shell was covered in intricate patterns, like marks of time and symbols of power. Its pincers were sharper, each swing cutting through the air. Its wings were like steel, each flap carrying the force of wind and thunder.
Wen Qi looked at Scizor before him, his heart swelling with pride and emotion. He knew that regardless of the battle's outcome, they had surpassed themselves, and that was enough. He gently stroked Scizor's head and said softly, "We're ready. Let's face this battle together."
Encouraged by Wen Qi, Scizor let out a thunderous roar, its voice full of strength and resolve. Its eyes shone with an unyielding light, as if saying, "No matter how strong the opponent, we will not back down."
The battle was about to begin. Wen Qi and Scizor were ready.