As Sage stood victorious after her battle with Team Rocket, Officer Jenny, Daisy, Leaf, Blue, and Red arrived at the scene as they quickly approached Sage with concern evident in their expressions.
Did you find the Team Rocket members?" Officer Jenny asked as her voice was steady but laced with worry.
Yes, I battled them but they were just distractions. The lightning rock is gone" Sage said with sadness in her tone.
This is not good. Who knows what Team Rocket will do now that they have both the Molten Rock and the Lightning Rock in their possession" Officer Jenny said as she gritted her teeth in frustration at the fact that was unable to stop Team Rocket.
I think I may know what their plan is but we need to go to Lavender Town to get the full picture. There's someone there who can help us—Sage's father" Daisy said.
My dad? You mean we're going to meet him?" Sage said with excitement in her voice.
Yes. Sage's father is a former Pokémon Champion and currently a scientist and his laboratory is located in the old Pokémon Tower in Lavender Town. He's been studying ancient artifacts like the Molten Rock and Lightning Rock for years. He might have some valuable insight into what Team Rocket is planning" Daisy explained.
But how are we going to get to Lavender Town? The bridge on Route Twelve was destroyed and Rock Tunnel is collapsed due to a wild Pokémon fight" Blue said.
We can take the Magnet Train from Vermilion City. It's the fastest way to get there" Daisy said.
I'll get my third Gym Badge and then I'll meet you all at Lavender Town" Leaf said.
I'll stay here and gather more clues. We need all the information we can get" Officer Jenny said.
With the plan set, the group made their preparations. Sage was eager to see her father and finally show him how much she had grown as a Pokémon Trainer. The journey ahead would be challenging, but with her friends by her side, Sage felt ready to face whatever came next.
Let's go," Sage said, smiling as she looked at her friends. "We're going to save the world from Team Rocket and find out what they're planning!"
