Pokémon: My Titles Know No Limits! [538]

Only one Pokémon in the entire Kanto Branch would dare steal food from Lillie’s hands.

Therefore, the truth could only be one!

Mew!

They looked over and, sure enough, spotted Mew desperately trying to destroy the evidence of her crime by stuffing the stolen macaron into her mouth.

Without chewing at all, Mew swallowed the macaron whole.

A noticeable bulge appeared in her throat, and—predictably—she began to choke.

“Mew…!”

Panicking, Mew frantically tried to force the macaron down, but as anyone who’d ever choked before knew: the more anxious you became, the worse it got.

Lillie and Platinum were at a loss, having never encountered such a situation before.

Just as Mew was turning pale and rolling her eyes, August noticed the commotion and sighed deeply, covering his face with one hand.

He picked Mew up by her feet, held her upside down, and shook her like he was shaking out laundry.

With a forceful shake, the macaron flew right out of Mew’s mouth.

“Mew!”

Having narrowly escaped death, Mew dizzily clung onto August’s head, still traumatized by her experience.

Mew almost became the first Mythical Pokémon in history to choke to death on a macaron~!

But August wasn't about to let her off so easily.

Holding Mew firmly in his hand, August stared sternly at the guilty-looking Pokémon. “Are you still going to steal snacks from now on?”

“Mew!” Mew raised a tiny hand in promise: she'd never eat macarons again! Only cupcakes!

August sighed deeply at her selective repentance.

You’re beyond saving, really.

This was Kanto Branch's first outdoor team-building activity since Team Plasma’s defeat.

August had chosen the Safari Zone—not because they couldn’t afford a fancy resort or hotel, nor entirely because he wanted to visit his old friends. The main reason was that only the Safari Zone had enough space for such a vast number of Pokémon.

Kaiser was completely dumbfounded by the legendary Pokémon gathered before him.

It had only been two years—just two short years—and August had undergone such drastic changes!

Kaiser might not be an expert, and many Pokémon he didn't even recognize, but the legendary Pokémon he could identify—Mew, Lugia, Rayquaza—were more than enough to leave him speechless.

He used to think August’s two-and-a-half-year ranger career had been legendary enough, but now it was clear that his former “legendary” resume hadn't fully utilized August's true potential. In fact, those years as a ranger had severely held him back!

Had August initially joined an organization like Team Rocket, perhaps they'd already rule the world by now.

"Why are you staring like a Slowpoke, Kaiser? Don't tell me you've gone senile," August teased, handing Kaiser a beer.

“Go away! Who’re you calling senile!?” Kaiser snapped back, quickly confirming that despite his numerous new Pokémon, August hadn’t changed a bit.

Suddenly, Kaiser shouted in surprise. August followed his gaze, only to see Hoopa playing its cannonball game again, firing Pokémon through its teleportation rings at terrifying speeds.

Victini skipped across the lake’s surface, breaking Psyduck’s previous record.

“V!” Victini triumphantly flashed a victory sign and unleashed a celebratory [V-create] into the sky—

—which accidentally struck Lugia Jr., who was peacefully flying above with Manaphy and Togepi on his back.

Enraged, Lugia Jr. unleashed a localized downpour, instantly drenching Victini.

Kaiser stared in disbelief…

August, unfazed, waved it off. "Don’t mind them... It’s just their usual way of playing."

“How the heck is this normal!?” Kaiser shouted incredulously.

The Slowpoke by the lake nodded repeatedly in agreement—this was definitely not normal!

Only Slowbro, who'd left his colony to travel with August, saw nothing unusual here. Observing his fellow Slowpoke, Slowbro felt a sudden surge of intellectual superiority.

“Brooo~”

He was the smartest Slowbro in existence!

Beside him, Psyduck clutched his head in confusion. Was being the smartest among Slowpoke really something to boast about?

August gently stroked Psyduck's three tiny hairs.

Better not overthink it; that'd be rude.

Another commotion soon broke out by the lakeside.

Diamond and Pearl stood atop their Torterra, pointing excitedly, “Look, a herd of Kangaskhan!”

Everyone turned to see a group of Kangaskhan emerging from the forest, clearly headed to drink by the lake.

But upon arriving, they froze, astonished by the legendary Pokémon gathered there—creatures they'd normally never encounter in their lifetime.

Although the Kanto legends were friendly enough, their expressions shifted immediately from mild nervousness to outright alarm the instant they spotted August standing beside Kaiser—and Gardevoir standing vigilantly by August, eyeing Mew suspiciously.

They immediately clutched their pouches tighter, clearly reliving traumatic memories.

Everyone turned questioningly toward August, wondering just what he'd done to make Kangaskhan react this way.

August was helplessly resigned. So what if, back when he'd just become a ranger and was too busy chasing poachers to properly care for Gardevoir—who was still a mischievous little Ralts at the time—he'd temporarily entrusted her to the Kangaskhan pouches?

Yes, perhaps Ralts had caused some minor mischief and inconvenience.

But that was four years ago! Did they really need to hold grudges for this long?

People accused him of being petty—but clearly, these Kangaskhan were even pettier!

Despite his exasperation, August warmly offered Pokéblocks to the wary Kangaskhan as thanks for their past help. Only after their leader cautiously confirmed the Pokéblocks were safe did they finally join in on the picnic festivities.

The atmosphere quickly became even livelier, especially thanks to the cute baby Kangaskhan who quickly captured everyone’s hearts.

Witnessing this warm reception, other curious Pokémon hidden in the forest gradually overcame their fears, unable to resist the allure of delicious Pokéblocks, and soon joined the party.

August welcomed them all.

Ever since he'd taught the crafting method for Pokéblocks to Hisui’s Origin Team Rocket and ascended to true capitalist status, he’d amassed countless boxes of Pokéblocks, which he now generously offered his old friends.

Thus, August and Gardevoir's image among the Safari Zone Pokémon shifted dramatically—from "Demon Lord August" and "Big Sister Gardevoir," to "Generous Demon Lord August" and "Big Sister Gardevoir pretending to be ladylike."

The picnic lasted a full day and night, filling the entire Safari Zone with unprecedented joy.

When August finally departed, his "sugar-coated Pokéblocks" had worked so effectively that every Pokémon came to bid him farewell—literally every Pokémon capable of movement in the zone.

August himself was stunned to realize his immense popularity here. Clearly, though he'd simply done his duty back then, everyone still secretly appreciated him deeply.

New Kanto Branch members Black, White, and Rosa—initially warned by seniors to beware of August’s petty side—found themselves seriously doubting those warnings after witnessing such a warm farewell.

Someone beloved by so many Pokémon couldn’t possibly be petty or vindictive.

The seniors must’ve misunderstood August!

Just as they thought this—

“Alright, everyone, you don’t have to see me off anymore. Go on back!” August told the Pokémon still following him.

But they stubbornly shook their heads—they had to personally confirm he and Gardevoir left the zone first!

August joked, “If you insist, maybe I’ll just stay.”

No sooner had he spoken than chaos erupted. In mere seconds, all the previously enthusiastic Pokémon scattered, vanishing entirely from sight.

Black, White, Rosa: “…”

They swiftly withdrew their previous thoughts.

The seniors had actually been far too conservative!

August, clenching then releasing his fists, stared after the fleeing Pokémon.

He’d remember this!

...

Back at Kanto Branch, August resubmitted Blue’s mission report. Headquarters praised it lavishly, especially compared to Zinnia’s previous effort.

Blue shot August a playful grin.

“Now that this mission's done, August, you finally have time to properly prepare for the next World Coronation Series,” the Chief teased knowingly, clearly aware of Chairman Rose’s meddling.

August sighed inwardly. Chairman Rose is truly despicable.

“So, confident?” the Chief asked.

August replied automatically, “I’ve already gathered some evidence of Rose’s illegal activities.”

“…?” The Chief stared blankly.

Illegal activities? Weren’t we discussing the tournament? Why are you suddenly investigating crimes?!

August froze. Oops. Force of habit.

After dealing with villains for so long, criminal evidence had become second nature.

Since he'd already slipped, August just came clean, explaining, “Chief, I suspect Rose is engaging in activities that could seriously harm Galar, so I've started an investigation.”

The Chief hesitated, then gently advised, “I know Rose broke the rules first, but still, let's not stoop to his level.”

August was speechless. “I'm serious…”

“Yes, yes, I know you're frustrated. Just calm down, alright?” The Chief desperately attempted to reassure him.

August: “…”

Is that really how they all see me—as a petty person?!

“Relax, Chief. Everything I do stays strictly within the law!” August reassured him.

The Chief relaxed visibly. “Good, good.”

Indeed, August had arrested countless criminals without ever receiving a single complaint—proof enough of his integrity.

After hanging up, Blue approached, noticing August’s odd expression. “Trouble?”

“No, not trouble—opportunity,” August smiled. “We just need solid evidence against Rose.”

As he said: he always operated within legal boundaries!

Rose definitely had secrets. Good intentions or not, he posed genuine risks. This wasn't about personal feelings.

“Next stop, Galar?” Blue asked eagerly, already excited at the prospect.

“Not yet. Area Zero’s amusement park opens soon—I plan to chat with Geeta first,” August replied, dialing Cynthia’s number.

After confirming plans, he hung up—only to find Blue suddenly inches from his face.

Startled, August jumped back. “Blue, what on earth are you doing?!”

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