Pokémon: Hoenen Rage

Chapter 369 The first meeting of the Murata family (25)

After finishing the matters at the Zijin Gym, there was no need to borrow a place. The three of them packed their bags and moved to the Elf Center not far from the Gym.

Cortna, who has a cheerful and lively personality and is very talkative, was quickly welcomed by the apprentices and loved by Tie Xuan. She trains with the apprentices in the gym every day.

Taking time out, Lai and Naqi also visited Huayue's family.

The family members are also very concerned about this child who has been away from home for many years. Although they have contact with each other on weekdays, it is not as good as listening to his friends face to face.

In a few days, Zijin City will hold its quarterly auction of rare items.

The main purpose of the three staying here is to participate in this auction. Although there is no urgent need and the financial resources are probably not as good as those of the local wealthy families, it is not a bad thing to gain experience.

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On this day, it was rare that Cortna didn't go out, so Len called her and together they studied the problem of mixing the fruit mixture.

In this regard, Cortner's thinking is very unique and has inspired Lai a lot.

She has been growing tree fruits since she was a child, and she is very familiar with most types of tree fruits. A few fruits that are rarely seen on weekdays and have little use can actually produce miraculous effects in her hands by some arrangement and combination. .

Currently, the black gloves made of special material that she rushed to manufacture in Villa Rica contained not only the corrosive liquid used in the anti-fire village, but also a tube of immature adhesive.

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While the conversation was in full swing, there was a knock on the door.

Naqi, who was sitting quietly listening, stood up and walked over to open the door.

Standing outside the door were three middle-aged men in suits and ties.

The leader bowed in greeting and asked: "Hello, madam, this is Mr. Lai's residence, right? You should be Ms. Naqi?"

"Who are you?"

Naqi's tone was cold and she didn't answer the question.

"We were negligent. It was decided by the Shimomurata family."

Murata Iesada's voice was respectful and polite, and his posture was very low.

Before coming, Murata Yasuji, as the head of the family, warned them not to underestimate these two people because of their age, and he also kept these words in mind.

"Mr. Murata? You're a little disappointed." Hearing the conversation at the door, Raiya stepped forward and asked, "What do you want me to do?"

"I apologize for taking the liberty of coming here. I have been entrusted by the family master to invite Mr. Lai into the house for a brief explanation. The family master has said that not long ago, there may be some misunderstandings between you and me. It would be better to resolve it in person."

Murata Kasada bent down and held the invitation.

"Is there a misunderstanding? You know how to say it." Rai sneered and opened the invitation, "Okay, please lead the way. Naqi, let's go. Kotna, you can go to the gym to train with the Iron Spin Gym Leader. .”

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In the middle of the city, not far to the west of the city center, the entire area is the private property of the wealthy Zijin clan.

As a founding member of the alliance, the Murata family was the overlord of Zijin City in the past decades, until the rise of the Zijin Gym and the decline of the family's own strength.

But even so, it still firmly controls half of Zijin, the largest city in the alliance, including the island black market in the southeast of the city and the auction house in the city center. It is the richest power here.

The Murata family, which controls a huge amount of wealth, has naturally become extravagant in life after passing it down from generation to generation. The main house in front of them is the best reflection.

All kinds of rare Pokémon from various regions are kept loosely in huge manors. Their long-term luxurious life has left them with almost no fighting ability. Even their instincts have been degraded and they have become ornamental pets.

Today, in order to welcome Rai, who possesses the fighting power of a heavenly king, the main door of Murada's main residence is rarely opened.

After getting off the car, holding Naqi's hand, Laida walked gracefully into the manor along the red carpet.

The first thing that catches the eye is a gigantic statue of a bog monster.

Miranai stopped to watch, and Murata Isada, who was guiding on the side, explained in a low voice: "A hundred years ago, it was our ancestors who cultivated the first batch of giant swamp monsters in the alliance, and with the efforts of generations, they made fish jump out of the water. It became the Pokémon of the three royal families in the Hoenn region. Therefore, Swampert is the symbol of my Murata family."

Murata Kasada's tone was very respectful, but his strong sense of pride was still evident.

"Glorious history."

Len nodded in approval, his tone flat.

After all, continue to move forward, bypass the statue, and go straight to the main house of the Murata family.He didn't even look at the rare Pokémon along the way.

In front of the mansion, Murata Yasuji and several attendants were waiting.

Seeing Lai's figure, a warm smile appeared on his elegant and handsome face. Unexpectedly, he thought it was an old friend visiting, and there was no clue that less than a week ago, he had arranged a visit to Lai. Field assassination.

"King Lai Tian has come to visit us. Although we are disappointed from afar, we still hope to see you from afar."

After more than ten steps, he stretched out his hand.

"The name of Heavenly King is shameless. Murata Heavenly King is a master of the water system who is well-known in Fengyuan. It is a great honor to meet you today."

Lai's speech and behavior are also gentle and gentle. At first glance, the two seem to be having a great time talking to each other and are very compatible.

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Arriving at the elegantly decorated reception room, after some polite flattery, the two of them gradually got down to business.

"I've heard for a long time that the Murata family's swamp monsters and gem starfish are excellent at breeding. I was lucky enough to see them a few days ago. It's really impressive."

Lai's smile was still warm, but his words had a heart-wrenching meaning.

As soon as these words came out, the corners of Murata Yasuji's mouth twitched slightly. The loss that day made him feel heartbroken to this day.

However, years of exchanges and checks and balances of interests have made him no longer the high-spirited and powerful king and new head of the family.

Facing Lai's gun and stick, he smiled and replied:

"As Mr. Lai said, I know a little bit about it today. There are many talented people in Fengyuan Continent. Although our clan has some experience in cultivating water-type Pokémon, it has nothing to do with the events of that day. I hope you will learn from it."

"Oh? From this point of view, I was abrupt. I misunderstood Your Excellency. Please forgive me."

Lai chuckled and nodded, leaving the matter behind for now.

Immediately afterwards, he took out a few pages of paper from his backpack.

Murata Yasuji's expression changed, and when he was about to speak, Rai spoke first:

"I originally thought that what this material said was true. Thinking about it this way, it is possible that some evil organizations and black sheep deliberately set up a trap on some unknown occasion."

As he spoke, the natural bird on his shoulder flashed his superpower and placed the paper in front of Murata Yasuji opposite.

Looking at the intelligence left at Team Lava's base, especially the irrefutable evidence of cooperation in live experiments on Pokémon, a felony banned by all regional alliances, Murata's heart tightened.

While secretly cursing Chi Yansong, he pretended to be innocent and held up the information, which was clearly a copy, and said in a sincere tone:
"My Murata family has been in Hoenn for hundreds of years. It is the founding family of the Hoenn Alliance. We have been honest and upright for hundreds of years. How could we do such evil deeds? This must be caused by a villain. Family decision!"

"Patriarch, I am here."

"Strict investigation. Starting from me to the outermost branches of the family, anyone involved in this matter will be sent to the alliance branch for severe punishment."

"Yes, master!"

Murata Isada took the order and left, followed by several attendants.

There were only three people left in the room.

"The head of the Murata family is really admirable for his impartiality. There are many rumors like this, which are not too accurate even if you think about it. Including the one named Lava Team, who used the banner of a scientific research institution, but actually did things that were harmful to nature and justice. The organization probably has nothing to do with the Murata family, right?"

Lai was not surprised by Murata Yasuji's cover-up. The piece of information in front of him was just the least important piece of information obtained that day.

Murata Yasuji also knew this very well, which was why he rejected everyone.

"Of course it has nothing to do with our clan, but Mr. Lai, a friend once asked me to help and bring you a message."

"Appreciate further details."

"It is better to resolve enemies than to make enemies. In this world, there is no misunderstanding that cannot be resolved, and there is no conflict that cannot be eliminated."

(End of this chapter)