Pokémon: Starting with a Bound Entry System

Chapter 236: The Shadow in the Dark

This was why the city had to be evacuated immediately.

A mid-sized, resource-rich B-rank secret realm—

The number of Pokémon living inside was at least in the tens of thousands, possibly even hundreds of thousands.

If they were thrown into chaos, or if they rampaged into the city unchecked—

The consequences could be disastrous.

A dark shadow descended from the sky—

It was Zhong Yan, the Flame Gym Leader of Mizuki City and a key officer in the Secret Realm Management Bureau.

Behind him, a team of over thirty officers followed closely, all wearing black uniforms and accompanied by Growlithe.

Zhong Yan quickly issued a set of clear commands—

"Release your Pidgeotto!"

"When the secret realm fully emerges, form a perimeter and prevent the Pokémon from spilling into the city!"

"Do not engage in a direct confrontation unless absolutely necessary!"

"I'll personally handle any Gym-tier Pokémon inside."

"Understood!"

The officers nodded seriously, then simultaneously released their Pidgeotto.

In China, law enforcement officers were equipped with a standard Pokémon pair—

Growlithe and Pidgeotto.

The former was loyal and protective, while the latter was gentle and adaptable.

Both were solid choices for police work.

Zhong Yan then turned to his own Pokémon.

Looking at the swirling spatial distortions at the secret realm's entrance, he spoke in a low voice—

"Everyone, take your positions!"

The officers spread out in a defensive formation, ready for emergencies.

Zhong Yan gently patted the back of his Charizard, its flames dancing in response.

"Charizard, this is going to be tough, but I'm counting on you."

"Roar!"

Charizard let out a deep, confident growl.

It had recently advanced to Leader-tier, and even the Gyarados in the secret realm was not a threat to it.

However—

Zhong Yan remained uneasy.

He summoned a Talonflame, its sleek body reflecting the light of the setting sun.

"You handle the skies, Talonflame!"

"Flare!"

The Talonflame flapped its wings, becoming a red blur as it soared high into the air.

Zhong Yan had a bad feeling about this.

Even though this was just a B-rank secret realm,

Even though on paper, there was nothing too dangerous inside—

Something felt off.

The distorted space at the entrance began to ripple violently.

It was like watching two dimensions collide—

Like pressing cream through a sieve,

Only this time, the cream wasn't stopping.

The ruins at the entrance were being pushed outward as the secret realm's terrain expanded into reality.

Slowly, the new landscape began spreading outward.

At this rate, it would take a few hours for the entire secret realm to fully integrate with the real world.

However—

It wasn't just the land that emerged.

A swarm of Beedrill flew out, immediately launching attacks on the officers!

But with so many trained professionals—and a Charizard overseeing the battle—

The Beedrill were swiftly subdued and captured in Poké Balls.

What none of them noticed, however—

Was a dark, shadowy figure lurking beneath the rubble.

A faint wisp of Ghost-type energy drifted through the shadows—

Quietly infiltrating the bags containing the captured Beedrill.

"Roar!"

Charizard soared overhead, flames dancing in its mouth.

Below, Greninja was performing a breathtaking technique.

It formed multiple Shadow Clones, each one launching a Water Pulse into the air.

Then, it jumped—a glowing white blade forming in its hands.

A single, elegant strike shattered all the water pulses—

Creating a rainbow-colored mist as the sunlight hit the falling droplets.

It was breathtaking.

The students erupted into cheers.

"WOW! Charizard is SO COOL! I swear, I'm gonna train one when I grow up!"

"Are you kidding? Charizard is a starter Pokémon! Good luck getting one! I'd rather train a Greninja—look at how badass it is!"

"Wait, where's his Gardevoir? Why isn't she in the show?!"

"Right?! And what about that red Pokémon he brought earlier?! She was so CUTE—bring her out!"

What was supposed to be a motivational speech had somehow turned into a live Pokémon showcase.

A bit awkward, but—

Seeing how much joy it brought the students, Hikaru let it continue.

Besides...

Greninja really does look cool right now.

But suddenly—

A piercing siren rang through the air.

"MMMRRRHHHHH!"

A long, drawn-out alarm blared across the city.

A moment later—

An official announcement echoed over the loudspeakers.

> "Attention! The Chenghua District Secret Realm is merging with reality. All citizens are advised to avoid large gatherings and remain indoors!"

> "Attention! The Chenghua District Secret Realm is merging with reality. All citizens are advised to avoid large gatherings and remain indoors!"

The message repeated several times.

The cheerful atmosphere of the school immediately shifted.

The principal's smile faded as he approached Hikaru, speaking in a grave tone.

"The Secret Realm Bureau just contacted the school."

"They said... something is wrong over there. Many of the Pokémon inside have suddenly become violent and are attacking the city."

Hikaru's expression hardened.

He immediately gestured for Charizard and Greninja to return to his side.

Meanwhile—

The students were being evacuated back to their classrooms.

As Hikaru spread out his Aura, scanning the city's situation—

His eyes suddenly narrowed.

Something felt off.

His Aura field quickly locked onto one spot—

Somewhere in the crowd of students,

Inside a dark, hidden shadow—

A hunched-over figure in a black trench coat was standing completely still.

Whoever they were—

Their clothing was infused with technology that blocked most detection abilities.

However—

Hikaru's Aura mastery was too strong.

Even with this camouflage, the figure could not hide from him.

The moment they noticed Hikaru's gaze,

They didn't panic.

Instead, they grinned.

Hikaru's Evil Intent Detection immediately flared up—

Among the sea of green and neutral energy surrounding the students,

This person's aura was shifting erratically between black and red.

A highly concentrated, fluctuating hostile intent.

Hikaru instantly activated Analyze Eye.

The results made his stomach drop.

The mysterious figure slowly lifted their hat—

Revealing a sharp, birdlike face beneath the brim.

Their aura darkened, but their smile only widened.

Then—

With a slow, deliberate motion,

They tipped their hat toward Hikaru—

As if acknowledging that their presence had been discovered.

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