13.Ash's Rikoto Story

Chapter 82 Jewel Mine Hunt

Ash and Alice arrive at the entrance of Jewel Mine, the anticipation building as they prepare to film the next part of the movie, which will also feature Ash's first Elite Four battle.

Rocco, the Rock-type Elite Four member, is already waiting for them, his presence commanding. "Hello, Ash, Alice," he greets them with a nod. "I trust you've brought your Rock-type Pokémon with you?"

"Of course," Ash replies with a confident smile. "And I've also got my team ready to battle you."

Rocco grins, clearly eager for the challenge. "So, what's on the agenda for filming today?" Ash asks.

Rocco glances at the imposing entrance of the mine, the rocks glittering faintly in the sunlight. "This is the Jewel Mine, huh? I wonder if we might encounter the Mythical Pokémon, Gemmany..."

Alice's eyes widen in surprise. "Gemmany? You mean the Mythical Pokémon that can create precious jewels out of ordinary rocks?"

Rocco nods, his expression thoughtful. "Yes, it's said to be located somewhere in this mine. Let's head inside and see if we can find it."

As Ash, Alice, and Rocco head deeper into the Jewel Mine, two figures quietly trail behind them—Brock and Corey. Keeping a safe distance, Brock narrows his eyes as he watches the trio disappear into the mine's dark entrance. "So, they're heading inside the mine..." he mutters.

Corey, standing a few steps back, crosses his arms and sneers. "Tch, I'm not going in there to dirty my hands, you pervert."

Brock shoots him a glare. "Are you scared?" he taunts. "This is our chance to get his Pokémon!"

Corey scoffs, clearly unimpressed. "And you expect me to follow them into that dark, filthy place? In your dreams. I'll wait for you here, but if you want to go in, do it alone. Or should I remind you who's calling the shots here?"

Brock clenches his fists, his frustration evident. He knows Corey holds the upper hand—he's the criminal, not Corey. Without a word, Brock reluctantly turns his attention back to the mine, torn between the opportunity and the risk. Corey smirks, leaning casually against a rock, knowing full well that Brock has no choice but to comply. As Brock finally makes his way toward the entrance, he knows he's on his own.

As they step into the mine, the darkness envelops them, and Rocco glances around, a hint of unease in his voice. "Oh, wow, it's really dark in here. I hope you have a flashlight or something..."

Ash grins, already prepared. "Of course we do! I mean, if we didn't, how would we film this?" He pulls out a flashlight and switches it on, casting a beam of light that cuts through the pitch-black surroundings.

With the path now illuminated, Ash reaches for his Pokéballs and releases his Rock-type Pokémon to assist in the search for Gemmany. One by one, they appear, ready to help. Alice, impressed by the sight, comments, "All 18 of them?"

Ash nods, his excitement growing. "Yep, and while we're at it, we might even find some jewels. We could carve them into something special."

Rocco chuckles at the thought. "You can carve jewels, Ash?"

Ash shrugs with a playful grin. "Well, I guess I could give it a try."

While Ash, Alice, and Rocco find Gemmany on their own, Leonite leads the way, its diamond-hard mane and claws effortlessly slicing through the rocks, uncovering hidden passageways and glimmering jewels embedded in the walls. Baablock follows close behind, using its rock-hard wool to push aside debris and create sturdy barriers, ensuring their path remains clear and safe. Crystox carefully maneuvers through narrow crevices, its crystallized poison crystals glowing faintly in the dark, revealing hidden veins of rare minerals.