Everything became clear. The issues in the Ohofu District were caused by Team Galactic secretly manufacturing equipment underground at the Pokémon Fan Club. They chose this location because the club's members were all upper-class individuals, making it difficult for police to conduct thorough investigations. Jupiter disguised herself as a club member to monitor whether anyone noticed anything suspicious.
"Since Team Galactic is a cross-regional criminal organization, they'll need to be transferred to the Sinnoh region for handling. Ugh... The Sinnoh Pokémon League will probably claim all the credit for this."
Officer Jenny was somewhat displeased upon receiving the transfer notice. This was a Kanto arrest... Why transfer it to Sinnoh? The Sinnoh Officer Jenny had also disclosed the inside story. It seemed likely that the credit for this case would be snatched away.
As for this, Ash chose not to comment. Over his years in business, what kind of underhanded tactics hadn't he seen? Probably some high-ranking Sinnoh League official trying to claim credit... But did they really think he was out of tricks? There were some things they simply couldn't swallow.
Then Ash came to visit the prison, still maintaining Sebastian's gentlemanly demeanor. Approaching Cyrus's cell, he said, "Hello Mr. Cyrus. I came here to request that next time, could you please refrain from causing trouble in the Kanto region?"
Cyrus looked at Ash and couldn't help remarking, "Oh? You're certain... I can escape?"
"Not at all. Under normal circumstances, I would've definitely confiscated the Poké Ball you've been hiding in your underwear. This is why police should conduct full body searches. But it seems the Sinnoh region is trying to steal credit from my Officer Jenny, you know? I despise these kinds of people - absolutely loathe them. So this time, I'll pretend I didn't see the Poké Ball in your underwear. But if you flee, make sure it's to Sinnoh. Otherwise, I won't hesitate to make you disappear completely."
When Misty's name was mentioned, a flash of killing intent flickered through Ash's eyes. Cyrus, as the veteran leader of Team Galactic, couldn't possibly miss this. After a moment of silence, he replied, "We can manage this... matter. This time, we were impolite. Henceforth, we won't actively provoke your organization in territories under your control."
"That's splendid, Mr. Cyrus. Then we've reached an agreement. Do remember this—don't cause trouble in Kanto. Otherwise, I won't hesitate to mobilize the Continental's forces to erase your existence."
"Tch. The Continental Hotel? Understood."
Upon hearing "Continental Hotel," Cyrus finally grasped the magnitude of the entity he'd provoked. As leader of Team Galactic, he understood the true terror of that organization's reach. This defeat was no fluke—he'd truly met his match.
"Glad we could reach an agreement. Here are your Poké Balls. I— have already been swapped. Once you arrive in Sinnoh, feel free to stir up as much chaos as you please."
Ash then returned the Poké Balls to Cyrus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn. However, when handing Mars her Poké Ball, she suddenly grabbed Ash and bit his lips.
"I'll remember you, Sebastian. Now it's your turn to remember me." Mars said this to Ash after releasing him, licking her lips.
Ash then elegantly pulled out a handkerchief to wipe her mouth and replied, "The pleasure is mine. Mars, was it? I'll repay this debt when we meet again."
Ash then turned to Cyrus and said, "Remember this— Keep your mouth shut, or I won't hesitate to turn you into fertilizer."
After Ash left, Mars stared at his departing figure and muttered, "Why couldn't he have been part of our Team Galactic..."
Jupiter gaped at Mars in disbelief. "Mars... don't tell me you've developed feelings for that guy?!"
"H-how is that possible? Even if he's exactly my type, I would never—"
"Let's escape on our own, Cyrus. Forget about Mars – she's completely bewitched!"
Cyrus covered his face in exasperation. Is my subordinate about to be poached??
When Ash emerges from the prison cell, he removes his glasses, takes off the gentleman's suit, puts on a hat, and dons red attire.
"Ah, I'm exhausted. Alright, Officer Jenny, you all can just sit back and watch the show now—hope that credit-stealing bastard doesn't cry when he gets slapped in the face."
Officer Jenny, standing nearby, coughed once before speaking. "Ahem. I have no idea what you're talking about."
"Ah! Right, right - Officer Jenny knows nothing. Then I'll go find my companions."
"Alright, travel safely Ash."
"Don't worry, I'll note— the intended few."