Pokémon: Starting with a Bound Entry System

Chapter 190: Lucario's Training Journey

"Hm?"

Hikaru paused.

At the base of the World Tree—

This area used to be a battleground where Salamence and Serperior fought.

As a result—

The density of trees was relatively sparse, forming a large open space.

Through the morning mist, a tall, humanoid figure slowly walked forward.

Using Aura Vision—

At first, Hikaru thought he had mistaken it for another Pokémon.

But soon, he realized the truth.

It was Riley's Lucario.

Mew immediately flew over, a bright smile forming on its face as it excitedly pulled Lucario toward Hikaru.

"Mew~!" (Hikaru, Hikaru! This is Riley's Lucario!)

Judging from its delighted tone and the sudden spike in happiness points—

It was clear that Mew was very excited.

After all—

Having lived for countless years, it was rare to meet "kindred spirits."

Back then, Riley was one.

Now, Hikaru was another.

"I have met this human Trainer before."

Lucario's voice echoed inside both Mew and Hikaru's minds.

Hikaru nodded.

He had a strange feeling about this particular Lucario.

Unlike the intimidating pressure he felt when facing Dragonite, Kyogre, or Articuno—

There was no sense of overwhelming oppression from Riley's Level 90 Lucario.

When he encountered those other legendary Pokémon—

Their mere presence felt like a towering mountain pressing down on him.

Yet—

Despite Lucario being incredibly strong, it exuded no pressure at all.

Was it fully controlling its aura?

Mew pouted.

"Mew…" (Ugh… I wanted to surprise you…!)

It seemed a little upset that its big introduction was spoiled.

But—

It quickly perked up again.

"Mew, Mew!" (Hikaru! Didn't you always say you wanted Riley's Lucario to train yours?)

Hikaru coughed awkwardly.

Hearing his own thoughts spoken aloud—

Felt a little embarrassing.

After all—

He wasn't familiar with Riley's Lucario yet.

To suddenly request training seemed a bit presumptuous.

But truthfully—

He really did want Lucario's help.

From a certain perspective—

Mew had actually helped him a lot by saying it out loud.

"Well…"

Hikaru scratched his nose.

Just as he was struggling to find the right words—

Lucario spoke first.

"Alright."

Lucario agreed instantly.

In fact—

Using its Aura Vision, it had already sensed another Lucario nearby.

It could tell—

This younger Lucario was currently experiencing a surge in Aura power, leading to instability.

This wasn't a serious issue—

Given time, Lucario would learn to control it naturally.

But—

With proper guidance, it could shorten this "confusion phase" and unlock its true potential much faster.

Besides—

Looking at Hikaru's figure…

Lucario couldn't help but think of its former Trainer…

A warm, nostalgic voice echoed in Hikaru's mind.

He paused, then solemnly bowed.

"Thank you."

Lucario shook its head.

"It's nothing. We Lucario are a rare species. It is only natural that we help one another."

"Take me to it."

Hikaru, seeing Lucario's decisiveness, didn't hesitate.

He turned toward Mew.

Since all of his Pokémon were currently atop the World Tree—

For transportation, he would have to rely on Mew.

Mew grinned playfully.

"Mew~!" (Hehehe~)

With a flash of pink psychic energy—

Hikaru was lifted into the sky.

Lucario followed closely behind.

Upon reaching the upper branches of the World Tree—

Hikaru released a pulse of Aura energy.

Before long—

His Lucario arrived.

"Lucario?"

Sensing another Lucario's presence—

Hikaru's Lucario was visibly stunned.

Having traveled with Hikaru for so long—

It had encountered countless Pokémon.

But meeting another Lucario was a first.

Instinctively—

Hikaru's Lucario began unwrapping the blindfold around its eyes to take a closer look.

However—

Before it could fully remove it—

Riley's Lucario suddenly appeared in front of it, stopping its movement with a single hand.

At the same time—

A voice echoed in its mind.

"Do you doubt your own Aura?"

Hikaru's Lucario was taken aback.

Instinctively, it stepped backward.

The speed and presence of this Lucario…

If it wasn't deliberately suppressing its energy, Hikaru's Lucario wouldn't have sensed it at all.

"Not sensing my presence… does that surprise you?"

Lucario's voice rippled through its mind again.

Although stunned, Hikaru's Lucario—

Realizing that this was the World Tree, and Mew was present—

Relaxed a little and nodded.

Why had its Aura Vision failed?

"Hahaha…"

Lucario smiled faintly as it continued.

"Do you wish to learn?"

Lucario hesitated.

It turned toward Hikaru.

Seeing Hikaru's encouraging expression—

It firmly nodded.

"Lucario!" (Yes!)

"Then follow me."

Lucario's smile grew wider.

Glancing at Hikaru one last time—

It suddenly vanished into the dense forest.

Hikaru and his Lucario—

Could barely detect faint traces of Aura energy leading forward.

"Lucario?" (Hikaru…?)

Lucario turned toward Hikaru, red eyes filled with hesitation and worry.

It could guess that—

This was someone Hikaru had specially sought out to be its teacher.

But…

Who knew how long it would be gone?

Lucario felt a bit reluctant.

Without its Aura powers beside Hikaru—

Would he be safe?

"Alright, go on."

Hikaru extended his fist.

Lucario hesitated, then bumped fists with him.

"My Aura powers aren't bad anymore."

"Go learn from that Lucario. Get stronger."

"I'll need you for the year-end tournament."

After their fist bump—

Hikaru gave Lucario's shoulder a reassuring pat.

Hearing this—

Lucario's determination solidified.

"Lucario!" (Understood!)

It wouldn't let Hikaru down!

Just as it was about to leave—

Hikaru suddenly called out.

"Wait. Take this with you."

From his bag, Hikaru took out a small satchel.

Inside were high-quality Fighting-type Energy Cubes.

Food in the wild wasn't always reliable—

So it was better to bring prepared meals.

Lucario accepted the pouch.

Then—

It gave one final nod before disappearing into the forest.

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