Ash actually knows the big and small Lugia in front of him.
The big one is the true True Guardian of the Sea Lugia the old Ash had seen in the Orange Islands. It was able to solve the war between the three True Legendary Birds. It is true that only it has the ability to continuously bring the wind of grace to this Fula City, and only it can extinguish all the uncontrollable mountain fires in a few simple flaps.
The Sea Guardian Lugia seems to still remember Ash to a certain degree, not to mention that the current Ash still has the aura of his clan's blessing.
Lugia nodded to Ash and called out to Silver in his arms.
Silver in Ash's arms is the same little Lugia he rescued on his little journey back in the Whirl Islands, and he liked to stick to him. At that time, this little guy couldn't fly, but now he can follow behind a Lugia different from the older one he personally met, who was the mother of Silver.
Seeing a flash of white light on Silver's body, Ash suddenly received a piece of information in his mind. It turned out that after the tsunami was resolved in the water city of Alto Mare, the True Guardian of the Sea Lugia noticed the mother and son.
Something to note was that all adult Lugias were Guardians of the Sea, but only the one from the Orange Islands is the True Guardian of the Sea.
Just like the Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres from the Orange Islands were real powerhouse True birds. The ones that Ash had in his team were simply members of the clan.
Additionally, while there are quite a few members of some Legendary like Lugia, Mew, Weather Trio, and the Legendary Birds and the Legendary Beasts, the same cannot be said for some like Ho-Oh, the Lake Guardians, and the Creation Trio where there is only one of each.
He then took the mother and son to the Orange Islands. Now Silver is training with the True Guardian Lugia. At this moment, Silver has completely transformed and was much more powerful than the one from a year ago.
Not only that, Ash also felt reluctant to leave him. This little guy wanted to follow Ash as well
Ash gently patted his neck and said, "Train well with him and come back to me when you really grow up!"
This is the agreement Ash made with Silver when they were separated last time. Now that the Big Lugia can teach him, he can't miss this opportunity.
Hearing this, Silver nodded with some reluctance, returned to his teacher, and followed him away from Fula City.
Then, the wind blessing blew again in Fula City.
"I didn't expect you to have such a good relationship with Lugia! Who would have thought!" The Mayor was shocked and had to refresh his evaluation of Ash again and again.
He looked at the direction in which the two Lugia were leaving, and Zeraora standing next to Ash, and said with deep emotion, "History repeats itself yet again with the city being saved by Zeraora and Lugia once again."
However, Ash shook his head and looked at the Trainers surrounding him, "No, this time is different. Everyone relied on each other's strength."
Hearing this, the nearby Trainers cheered.
This year's Wind Festival was successfully carried out. After dark, the director was making the final remarks.
"Everyone gathered here, the last day of the Wind Festival can be held like this thanks to the help of everyone here, Trainers and Pokémon alike!" His words caused the gathered audience to cheer loudly.
"Regarding this incident, a certain young man we all know and love once said that what can't be done by one person can be done with our partners. The people of this city, the Trainers, and the Pokémon who participated in putting out the fire together have proved this fact!"
"I have always wanted to build this city into a beautiful city where Pokémon can coexist harmoniously and help each other! And with this, I can happily say it's moving in the right direction!"
At this moment, Zeraora was standing next to Ash, with Molly trying her hair, which was all messy from her and Jigglypuffs hard word, and Risa holding Ash's hand.
Then the Mayor continued his speech, "Now let's invite our greatest hero. The one who stepped forward in our time of immense trouble! Whose passionate soul united the whole city! The one who will definitely become the most powerful Pokémon Master!"
"Ash Ketchum of Pallet Town!"
The crowd went wild.
"Ash, I love you!"
"Thanks for everything!"
"Please stay!"
"Don't let him leave!"
Ash didn't want to be so high-profile, but the Mayor had already caused the audience in the area and in front of the screens to go wild, so he had to smile bitterly, let go of his girlfriend's hand and step onto the stage.
Not only him, he also made Zeraora walk onto the stage. Ash knew that while he was pretty good at boosting morale, now was a time for celebration. So he smiled and said, "Please allow me to give you a wonderful battle of celebration!"
There was thunderous applause, and the Trainers led the citizens back one after another to make way for a decent sized battle field. They were so looking forward to seeing the legendary Ash's battle with their own eyes, and they had already guessed the reason for the battle.
Zeraora!
"Pika!"
Pikachu appeared, a cat and a mouse who are both Electric-type. This time they want to have a real fight.
A blue-white arc flowed out, with Zeraora's fighting spirit already burning like crazy. Its figure disappeared instantly. After all, it's said that Zeraora's speed can exceed that of the lightning it uses.
In full view of everyone, Ash smiled. He did not let Pikachu complete its Bond Evolutions form, but entered the Transition Form, covered with sparks.
The reason for this was simple: Pikachu in his usual form didn't have the stats to fight and end the battle quickly of Zeraora's level. So while he can still win, Ash didn't want to prolong the battle. So he let Ash-Pikachu's Lightning Rod Ability awaken, which not only negates Electric-type damage, but also further increases his Special Attack.
With a flash of golden lightning, Pikachu turned into a bolt of lightning and rushed forward as Volt Tackle slammed into Zeraora's Plasma Fists!
Evenly matched.
But the Electric-type skills had no effect on either side at the moment.
Pikachu's Special Attack has been improved, and Zeraora was even more energetic and had healed from any past injuries.
The two Pokémon retreated violently, but disappeared at the same time the moment they landed. Ash's body was glowing with a beautiful blue light, visible to the naked eye. This battle had gone beyond what ordinary people and even highly skilled Trainers can see. It was simply impossible to keep up with these two with the naked eye, needing high-tech cameras.
Everyone present was stunned, what kind of magic was this? How could a Pikachu be as strong as a Mythical Pokémon like Zeraora?
Sure, they knew this Pikachu was Ash's starter and was immensely powerful from the matches they've watched, but seeing something on television and in reality was completely different.
"Iron Tail!"
Pikachu, seemingly covered in lightning armor, increases his speed to the limit, shining with a metallic luster. The heavy tail fell from the sky and hit Zeraora hard, square in its crossed arms.
The electric arcs over Zeraora's body raged on, and his strong arms used Power-Up Punch. The cat and mouse collided again.
"Thunder!"
Ash's order was airtight, and as soon as Pikachu fell to the ground after being forced back, terrifying thunder and lightning burst out from it, ordering the bright sky into its bidding.
But this time, it naturally didn't hit Zeraora, the electric skills would only restore its health. Pikachu and Ash have the same kind of mind after so long with each other, even more so now than ever. With just a command, it can know what Ash was asking for. It bursts out with lightning and strikes the ground under its own feet.
Large swaths of bricks and stones were lifted up, and he used them like the move Rock Throw with the increased attack force to Zeraora from the high speed.
The arc flashed, Zeraora's figure disappeared, and countless bricks and stones were smashed into powder.
The ability of Power-Up Punch continued to increase with each landing, using these bricks to continuously improve his attack, its output is very terrifying.
"Now that's what I love," Ash, however, was still able to talk leisurely and praised, "Iron Tail! Volt Tackle!"
A combo skill.
Pikachu's tail glowed with metal light, and his whole body is wrapped around sparks, and his speed suddenly increases. As he ran, the dazzling lightning slowly condenses all on his tail.
The strongest attack, the crazy collision between a max force Power-Up Punch and Iron Tail… Zeraora lost.
He was actually knocked out.
The winner was decided, and the whole audience was still in shock.
Ash took out an Ultra Ball and came to Zeraora.
Molly and Margo also ran over with Risa behind them.
"Come on, let's start a new journey! I believe they will take good care of the Pokémon here!" Ash's smile was so gentle and intoxicating to the audience, especially girls.
Zeraora showed a smile similar to Ash's and lightly punched the Ultra Ball.
Zeraora: 230/240