Pokemon : Rewind-Chapter 491 - 79: The Person Chosen by Ho-Oh

"Mr. Ash..." Morty hesitated, his gaze shifting uneasily. He wanted to ask Ash something but struggled to find the right words.

Too many questions swirled in his mind, but the two were little more than strangers who had just met.

Ash, noticing Morty's inner turmoil, spoke up. "I can tell you have questions, Mr. Morty, but this isn't the place for a long discussion. Let's leave the Burned Tower first."

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Morty nodded, visibly relieved. He understood that Ash wanted answers as well—answers about what happened 150 years ago.

In turn, Ash was willing to share what he knew about his connection with the Ho-Oh Guardians. Though their trust was limited, this exchange felt fair.

With that, the group left the Burned Tower and followed Morty into the heart of Ecruteak City.

Morty's residence was located next to the Ecruteak Gym, an elegant home that spoke of tradition and wealth.

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The property was enormous—nearly 1,000 square meters, including a beautifully maintained courtyard with a pond and a rock garden.

"So... this is how the rich live," Misty whispered to Ash, awestruck. She couldn't fathom the cost of maintaining such a grand property in the heart of an ancient city like Ecruteak.

Ash nodded in agreement. Land in such a prime location, combined with the upkeep of the house and grounds, must have cost a fortune. Several housekeepers and maids bustled about, ensuring the estate was immaculate.

Inside the traditional living room, a maid served tea to the group and quietly left at Morty's signal.

The aroma was rich and inviting, a clear sign that this was no ordinary tea. Ash took a cautious sip, savoring the slightly bitter yet deeply flavorful taste.

After a moment of silence, Morty finally broke the tension. "Mr. Ash, I must ask... what exactly is your connection with Entei?"

Ash shook his head calmly. "There isn't one."

Morty's face fell, disappointment flashing across his features. He believed Ash, as there was no reason for him to lie, but the lack of a connection only deepened the mystery.

Why had Entei appeared in Ash's presence and entrusted him with the Z-Crystal?

Ash continued, "While I don't have a connection with Entei, I should tell you this—when I first arrived in the Johto region, I encountered Suicune. It also gave me a Z-Crystal."

"Suicune?!" Morty's voice rose in disbelief, his calm demeanor slipping.

The revelation stunned him. It wasn't just Entei—Suicune had also sought out Ash and presented him with a Z-Crystal.

The implications were enormous. If one of the legendary beasts had done this, it could be dismissed as coincidence. But two? It suggested something far greater.

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Misty and Brock exchanged knowing glances. They recalled Ash receiving Ho-Oh's Rainbow Feather, a sacred relic marking him as the Chosen One.

It wasn't surprising, then, that Ho-Oh's guardians, the legendary beasts, had begun seeking him out.

Still, unanswered questions lingered. Why had Suicune and Entei entrusted Ash with Z-Crystals?

Ash, too, was unsure. While Z-Crystals were valuable, they weren't rare enough to warrant such grand gestures from the legendary Pokémon. Their actions hinted at something far deeper.

Morty looked at Ash with a mix of awe and respect. "It seems, Mr. Ash, that you are destined to become the bridge reconnecting humans with Ho-Oh." His voice carried a note of reverence.

Ash shifted slightly under Morty's intense gaze.

In Morty's mind, there was no other explanation. The legendary beasts were not only protecting Ash but also sending a message to humanity: this boy was Ho-Oh's chosen representative.

Any harm that came to him would signify humanity's failure to regain Ho-Oh's trust.

Determined to honor this realization, Morty decided to reveal the full story of his ancestor's actions 150 years ago.

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The tale was largely as Morty had told it before, but now he added a critical detail. On the day of the tragedy, a strange purple-red aurora had appeared in the sky.

According to family records, this phenomenon was considered an ominous sign, and the records spoke of it in hushed, taboo terms.

"Purple-red aurora?" Ash repeated, his brow furrowing.

The description struck a chord. He had encountered mention of a similar aurora during the Wrath of the Gods incident in the Orange Islands.

Even legendary Pokémon like the three birds and Marshadow had reacted with fear to its presence.

"Could they be connected?" Ash murmured, recalling another instance where purple-red clouds had accompanied Dynamax phenomena in the Galar region. It was still unclear, but the parallels were intriguing.

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After their discussion, Morty exchanged contact information with Ash, eager to stay informed about his journey and any further encounters with the legendary Pokémon.

"Tomorrow, I'll be waiting for you at the Gym," Morty said as he escorted the group to the gate.

His tone was polite but curious, his anticipation for the Gym battle evident. "I want to see for myself what it is about you that has drawn Ho-Oh's attention."

Ash smiled confidently. "I'll be there—and I don't plan to lose."

With that, Ash, Misty, and Brock departed, ready to face the next challenge in their journey.

For Ash, the upcoming Gym battle wasn't just about earning another badge—it was a step closer to unraveling the mysteries surrounding his role as Ho-Oh's chosen one.

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