Chapter 73 - Prince?

Infernape, Heatran, and Electivire continued to explore the forest in search of a suitable resting place. Heatran couldn't help but express his frustration.

Heatran [You idiot, we should have never followed you. Who would have thought you would offend a group of Rhyhorn and Rhydon? It's a good thing we took care of them.]

Infernape sighed in agreement, feeling weary of Electivire's antics and starting to question the decision to follow him.

Electivire: "It was them who tried to talk smack."

Infernape: "Enough. I think we should head back."

Heatran: "Let's go."

As they were about to leave, Electivire suddenly sensed something.

Electivire: "Wait."

Infernape and Heatran turned around, their expressions filled with curiosity.

Infernape: "What is it?"

Electivire: "Follow me."

Without waiting for a response, Electivire bolted away toward the north.

Heatran: "What is he up to now?"

Infernape: "I don't know, but let's follow him. I just hope it's nothing stupid."

Infernape and Heatran followed Electivire for about thirty minutes, eventually arriving in front of a vast grassland. To their surprise, steel poles were planted everywhere in the area. Seeing this, Infernape and Heatran exchanged astonished glances.

Heatran: "The electricity flow in this area is very strong. No wonder why Electivire sensed it."

Infernape: "Hey, Electivire, why did you bring us here?"

Electivire turned around, rubbed the back of his head, and let out an awkward laugh.

Electivire: "Ha...ha, I actually forgot. This is actually the place I was raised for a while until I met my master."

Infernape: "Huh? How could you forget such an important thing?"

Electivire: "Now, now, chill. Let's go inside; I'll introduce you to some of my old friends."

Electivire bolted forward, with Infernape and Heatran following closely behind. Inside, they encountered a multitude of Electric-type Pokémon such as Pichu, Magnemite, Voltorb, Mareep, Electrike, Shinx, and many other Electric-type Pokémon and their evolved forms.

Heatran: "I've never seen so many Electric-type Pokémon in one place. I'm not even familiar with some of these species."

Infernape: "Me neither."

Electivire: "You can find every type of Electric-type Pokémon here."

Infernape: "Wait, why don't I see any of your species?"

Electivire: "Oh, they are found deeper inside, where the electric flow is much stronger."

Infernape: "Why is that?"

Electivire: "Our species is the strongest among Electric-types, so we deserve that privilege."

Heatran: "So, you're telling us that your species are like nobles in this area?"

Electivire: "Yep."

Heatran exchanged glances with Infernape and Visevarsa. They couldn't help but feel like something was still missing. As they ventured deeper into the area, they encountered even larger steel poles embedded in the ground, along with the final evolutions of various Electric-type Pokémon. Suddenly, Electivire came to a halt.

Electivire: "Oy, Luxray over here!"

Electivire suddenly began waving at a random Luxray patrolling the area.

Luxray turned and saw a massive Electivire waving at him, causing him to flinch. Being called by an Electivire was a daunting experience, as they were at the pinnacle of this territory's hierarchy. He frantically tried to recall any noble Electivire resembling this one but found no such memory.

Luxray (thinking): 'Who could it be? I don't remember seeing this one in the area. Is it from another territory? Oh, I have to inform the King about this newcomer.'

Luxray attempted to sneak away, but to his misfortune, Electivire was already standing right in front of him.

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Electivire: "Yo, Luxray, how are you doing?"

Luxray: "Who are you?"

Electivire: "Huh? You don't remember me? Weren't you the one who was tasked to look after me?"

Luxray frowned, deep in thought, and then something clicked in his mind.

Luxray: "Wait, it can't be... Are you the third prince?"

Electivire: "Bingo! You do remember me. Man, you look so skinny. Aren't you eating well?"

Infernape and Heatran exchanged glances, both pondering the same question about Electivire's royal status. For now, they decided to remain silent.

Luxray: "Prince, you're back! You suddenly ran away, and I couldn't find you. Because of that, the King banished me from the core area. He even suspected that King Magmortar had kidnapped you, so he went to confront him, only to discover you weren't there."

Electivire: "Oh, that's too bad. Well then, have a great day. I'm off to meet Father."

Electivire completely ignored Luxray and walked away, leaving the poor Luxray behind. Infernape and Heatran followed closely behind Electivire.

Heatran: "Hey, are you really a prince?"

Electivire: "Wait, didn't I tell you guys?"

Heatran: "No, you didn't."

Electivire: "Oh, I must have forgotten."

Infernape and Heatran exchanged resigned glances and quietly followed Electivire toward the core region of the Electric Area.

Infernape: "So, tell me, how is this place maintained?"

Electivire: "Well, as this forest is hidden from the outside world, which I found out after meeting my master, the Pokémon living here are under the rule of the strongest Pokémon in the area. Like this electric field, there are different types of fields, and each one is ruled by a king. It's not just one specific type of field; there are many electric fields like this, each ruled by its own king."

Infernape: "I see. Since humans don't live here, the strongest Pokémon make the rules for others."

Electivire: "Oh, we're here."

As they arrived, they could feel a tremendous amount of electricity in the area. It truly was a paradise for Electric-type Pokémon.

Heatran: "These poles are really annoying. I should just destroy them."

As a Steel-type Pokémon, Heatran felt a slight jolt of electricity from the poles, but it was nothing more than a tickle to him. He considered taking action to remove them, but...

Infernape: "I don't think that's a good idea."

As they continued onward, the Pokémon living in the area quickly moved out of their path upon seeing Electivire. Some Elekid and Electabuzz glanced at Electivire with doubt, as they had never encountered this Electivire before. They also noticed Infernape and Heatran following behind but decided not to interfere, as they were accompanying an Electivire, after all.

Electivire: "Haha, it hasn't changed much at all. Everything looks the same."

Electivire continued on until he arrived in front of a massive pillar and a nearby cave where the electricity flow was continuous. He walked forward and spotted an Electabuzz sitting near the pillar, absorbing electricity.

Electivire: "Yo, second brother, how are you?"

The Electabuzz, who had been engrossed in absorbing electricity, suddenly opened his eyes and looked at the enormous Electivire waving at him. His initial thought was that some king from another area had arrived, but then a sense of familiarity washed over him, and it finally dawned on him.

Electabuzz: "It can't be, third... How did you... When did you evolve?"

As Electivire was about to answer, a Thunderbolt was shot at him, but it had no effect. Electivire turned around to see another Electivire staring at him with caution.

Electivire: "First Sister, why did you zap me?"

The Electivire who had zapped him was taken aback by his response. She hadn't expected him to address her as his sister. In her initial assumption, she had believed this colossal Electivire to be a wild challenger, someone who had come to challenge her father for the throne. Seeing her brother standing in front of this imposing figure, she had been gripped by fear and zapped him in an attempt to grab his attention, hoping her brother could escape.

Sister Electivire: "Wait, why did you call me sist—wait, it can't be. Third, you are... you are an Electivire now? How is this even possible?"

Seeing that his sister recognized him, he was about to explain, but once again, he was suddenly stopped as two Thunderbolts were shot at him. They zapped him a little, but it still didn't hurt him that much. He turned around to see two Electivire looking at him furiously.

Electivire: "Mom, Dad, why the hell are you attacking me?"

Infernape and Heatran exchanged glances, both thinking that this situation was becoming quite dramatic. They decided to remain silent once more.

Mother Electivire: "Son, is that you?"

Electivire: "So now you recognize me after zapping me?"

Father Electivire: "How did you evolve so soon?"

Electivire: "Oh, that? My master helped me and trained me harder and harder, and now I have become really strong."

Father Electivire: "Master?"

Electivire: "Yes, he caught me and trained me."

Father Electivire: "Wait, you were caught? Was it a human?"

Electivire: "Yes, why do you ask?"

Father Electivire went into deep thought after hearing Electivire and then continued.

Father Electivire: "Then you went to the outside world?"

Electivire: "Yes, the outside world is really interesting. Humans and Pokémon live in harmony, and they play, battle, and train with each other."

Electivire: "By the way, why do you both look small all of a sudden?"

Father Electivire: "You idiot, we didn't become small, you grew bigger."

Father Electivire then ignored his son and contemplated the current scenario. He understood what had happened - his son had been taken away by a human who had trained him well and evolved him into a powerful Electivire. He then turned his gaze towards Heatran and Infernape. Father Electivire could sense that both of them were exceptionally powerful, even more so than his own son.

Father Electivire: "Who are these two?"

Electivire: "These two are my friends and also my brothers. They are also master's Pokémon as well."

Father Electivire thought to himself, 'I see, they are his masters' other Pokémon. It looks like my son found a perfect trainer.'

Mother Electivire: "How many questions will you ask them? Come in, I have some fresh berries inside."

Electivire, Infernape, and Heatran followed Mother Electivire into the cave and spent some time with Electivire's family.

Father Electivire: "So, are you here to take my position as king?"

Electivire: "Huh? No, I just came to visit. I will go back with my master and continue traveling with him. If you feel you're getting old, I think you should consider making my sister the new ruler. She is strong enough."

Father Electivire: "I am not old, and it's still not the right time for your sister to become the ruler. Since you are out of the picture now, I will continue to rule until your second brother evolves."

Mother Electivire spent some quality time with her son, and Infernape and Heatran also blended in as part of the family. They asked about Julian and his other Pokémon, and time slowly passed until they decided it was time to head back.

Infernape: "Come on, let's go. Master is waiting."

Electivire: "Okay, then. I will be going. This might be the last time we see each other."

Father Electivire: "I understand. Now go."

Electivire left with Heatran and Infernape. Electivire's family understood his decision and didn't stop him. In their world, when a Pokémon grows up, they either replace their father's position or venture out to establish their own territory. So, they bid their final farewell.

As Electivire, Infernape, and Heatran made their way back through the electric forest, the memories of their time with Electivire's family lingered in their minds. It was a rare and heartwarming experience to witness the bonds of a Pokémon family in their natural habitat.

The trio finally reached the edge of the electric field, where the crackling energy of the forest gradually faded away. They paused for a moment, looking back at the dense trees that hid Electivire's family from view.

Electivire: "Goodbye, my family. I hope to see you again someday."

Infernape and Heatran nodded in agreement, their expressions filled with understanding and appreciation for the journey they had shared.

With their hearts and memories enriched by this unique encounter, the three Pokémon continued their adventures with Julian, their beloved trainer, ready to face new challenges and create more cherished memories together.

And so, as the sun began to set over the electric forest, Electivire, Infernape, and Heatran walked away, their silhouettes slowly disappearing into the horizon, leaving behind the tranquil and electrifying world they had briefly called home.