Chapter 6: Transaction!

Bang Bang Bang!

The abrupt sound of banging echoed through the room, causing Joffrey to jump in fright. He quickly spun around, his eyes wide with horror as he faced an unexpected intruder.

To his shock, a stranger stood behind him, wearing a polite smile. "Who are you!?" Joffrey exclaimed, attempting to summon the guards with his voice. Simultaneously, he cautiously retreated a couple of steps towards the balcony.

Despite being a king, Joffrey possessed some physical prowess. In case of an emergency, he could leap from this balcony to the adjacent one. However, his plans were disrupted by Leo, who seemed unfazed by the palace's security.

Leo casually waved his hand, conjuring a pink transparent shield that enveloped both him and Joffrey. "Stop shouting, King. No one will hear you," Leo remarked with a smile, appearing more like a visitor than an intruder.

He continued his hospitality by summoning chairs, red wine, and glasses using telepathic control. "Please take a seat, Your Majesty the King," Leo invited, maintaining a friendly demeanor. Despite the surreal situation, Joffrey couldn't focus on sitting. He remained tense, realizing that something was amiss with his guards.

As Joffrey pondered the potential scenarios, Leo reassured him, "Don't be so formal, King. I'm just a businessman. I came to discuss a deal with you."

Joffrey, frustrated and scared, questioned the nature of the deal and the fate of his guards. Leo assured him that the guards were unharmed, explaining that he merely blocked any potential interruptions. The pink barrier shimmered mysteriously as Leo elaborated on the purpose of his visit.

Inwardly, Joffrey wondered if Leo possessed supernatural abilities. He questioned whether the deal involved trading his life, a concept not unfamiliar in an era dominated by pirates.

Realizing he had little choice, Joffrey reluctantly asked for the details of the proposed transaction. Leo, ever the gentleman, prepared to explain by using a new application of his powers—transporting Joffrey into a fantasy world/Illusion!

In an instant, Joffrey found himself surrounded by a vast ocean with waves crashing against a dark sky. As he took in the surreal surroundings, a red smoke and flowing lava caught his attention. A colossal, ferocious beast covered in red scales towered behind him, unleashing a deafening roar.

Joffrey's panic intensified as magma erupted from the creature, meeting a massive tsunami in a chaotic clash. Helplessly caught between the two forces, Joffrey, the mighty king, found himself reduced to pleading for help.

At this moment, Joffrey felt extraordinarily insignificant, realizing his inability to save himself against the overwhelming power of nature. Thankfully, the tumultuous clash of waves and magma, part of the illusion created by Leo, passed through him without causing harm.

Leo's gentle voice interrupted the chaotic scene. "Your Majesty the King, please allow me to introduce myself," he said as his figure solidified before Joffrey, resembling a nobleman emerging from the void.

With a smile, Leo continued, "I am Leo Drago, a dimensional merchant traveling through various worlds. My purpose is to find suitable customers for transactions."

Joffrey, still bewildered, questioned the unfamiliar terms. "Various Worlds? Dimensional merchant?" Fear and confusion clouded his eyes. Leo, undeterred, directed Joffrey's attention to the illusion unfolding before them.

As Leo spoke, a massive blue beast emerged from the ocean, joining the red creature in a colossal face-off. The world stood still as the two mythical beings clashed with overwhelming force.

Leo approached Joffrey like a salesperson in a store, introducing the colossal creatures. "The red one is the mythical Pokémon Groudon, incarnate of the earth, and the blue one is Kyogre, the incarnation of the ocean."

Leo's hands waved, transforming the scene into a vibrant jungle. Joffrey, feeling the soft soil beneath his feet, observed various creatures in their natural habitat. The tranquility was short-lived as a commotion in the jungle signaled the arrival of two mythical Pokémon engaged in a fierce battle.

Despite the smaller scale compared to the earlier clash, Joffrey was captivated by the dazzling display of magical moves, and the destruction that ensued. As the battle reached its climax, Joffrey found himself back in reality, facing Leo once again.

Leo smiled and asked, "How about it, Your Majesty the King? Do you now understand the magic of Pokémon?" Joffrey, still processing the surreal experience, questioned whether everything he witnessed was a projection from another world.

Excitement filled Joffrey as he considered the possibilities. If he could wield such power, he wouldn't need to submit to the World Government. Leo confirmed Joffrey's suspicions, explaining that the creatures he witnessed were magical beings from another world.

Leo's role as a dimensional merchant involved selling products from various worlds to those in need, and among his offerings were Pokémon. Eager to possess these creatures, Joffrey asked, "May I ask Master Leo, how can I acquire these magical Pokémon?"

Leo, with a mysterious smile, responded, "It's very simple. Bring out products with the same value, such as Bailey, treasures, devil fruits, or famous swords, and you can trade with me."

With a snap of his fingers, Leo summoned a tablet Rotom, a device he used to showcase his products. The screen displayed a male voice with a standard accent, welcoming Joffrey and offering assistance.

"Welcome, how can I help you?"