Alola Savior

Chapter XX

Unlike from Lana's to Kiawe's trial, the travel to Mallows was rather short.

They had to pass through Wela park again and encountered a few familiar faces that attacked the other day, but they were fine and cheerful now.

The trio stood in front of a large tunnel that went through a large hill.

"Right. If we pass through here, it's only an hour or two till we get to Mallow's trial site, the Lush Jungle." Lillie explained to the two boys as she read an info guide.

"Ugh... I don't want to see her again!" Hau complained, referring to his cousin.

"Oh relax... I'm sure you'll be fine." Ash told Hau.

"Pew!" Nebby cried happily.

"Oh, would you be quiet?" Lillie said to her Pokemon who smiled at her. "You have been more hyperactive than usual."

"I mean when you keep him in a bag all day, I too would have plenty of energy. I just wouldn't be happy. Dunno how Nebby does it." Hau commented, gaining a glare from Lillie.

The group started to make their way through the tunnel.

"Once we beat Mallow's trial, it's then Olivia's turn." Ash said to the others.

"Hmm. She uses rock types. From watching other league competitions, rock type trainers have never really been that high up in power levels. And to be the kahuna as well. She won't be easy." Hau rambled.

"Well, Alola is different to other regions. She and her Pokemon were selected by Akala's island guardian, Tapu Lele. So, she is the strongest of the strong here." Lillie countered back.

"Your grandfather used his Z-move on Crabrawler. So, what are we in for versing her?" Ash asked.

"Lycanroc, the evolved form of Rockruff. Thing is, Lycanroc has two different forms. If Rockruff evolves during the day, it will evolve into the midday form which is known for its speed and vicious bite. If it evolves during the night however, Rockruff will evolve to the midnight form. Unlike the midday form, it is known for its violence if not trained properly." Lillie fully explained.

The trio didn't even realise they had reached the end of tunnel.

"Ok, if we go right from here, we should be on our way to the trial site." Lillie said looking at the map. Plus, there was a sign saying that the Lush Jungle was this way.

While taking the path to the jungle, Ash was thinking to himself.

He needed to make sure he doesn't say anything stupid to Mallow to upset her. With Hau being here, it was going to be difficult enough as it is.

Lillie could see the look of struggle on his face. She didn't know exactly what he was thinking, but had a firm idea.

"Hey Hau! Is that a shiny Pokemon over there!?" Lillie cried, knowing Hau was dumb enough to fall for it.

"WHAT!? WHERE!" he screamed.

"It ran away so I don't know what but it ran over there!" Lillie shouted again, pointing towards a random direction.

Hau didn't question it as he dashed off to the way Lillie was pointing.

Ash was about to join him until his arm was grabbed by Lillie.

"Not you." She said normally, now Hau was out of sight.

"Hey! What gives!?" Ash yelled.

"Please. There is no shiny Pokemon, I made that up. I just needed to talk to you. Without Hau." Lillie explained.