[What do you think, Feebas? If you had been able to use even 1% of the power of that attack, you wouldn't have been taken away so easily by those two.]
Latios, who had just reduced the two men to ashes, showed no change in expression as he turned to lecture Feebas.
"Feeee…"
[You're right. If I had been more motivated, I wouldn't have been so helpless back then,] Feebas admitted, lowering her head.
[Oh?]
Latios was a little surprised. In the past, whenever Feebas was lectured, it went in one ear and out the other. She remained indifferent and unchanged afterward, ignoring all advice.
At one point, both Latios and Latias had accepted that Feebas didn't want to evolve, and they had decided it was fine. After all, with the two of them around, she wouldn't face much hardship.
But this incident was a wake-up call for them. If neither of them were there to protect her, who would?
Latios resolved that this time, Feebas must evolve to strengthen her ability to defend herself.
"Feeee…"
[Brother, I want to evolve and become stronger,] Feebas said, her voice firm.
She had made up her mind a week ago. The training she endured over the past week didn't diminish her determination but instead fueled her desire to become stronger. She wanted to evolve and protect herself and other who are closed to her.
[Even if you still didn't want to evolve this time, we wouldn't let you off so easily. You have to—huh?]
Latios had just begun another lecture when he froze mid-sentence, surprised.
[Did you just say you want to evolve and become stronger?]
Legendary Pokémon like Latios possessed extraordinary memory. Even if he hadn't been paying full attention, he clearly remembered every word Feebas had said.
"Feebas!"
[Brother, I want to become stronger!]
[Good.]
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At Night, Infinite Secret Realm
The Infinite Secret Realm, ruled by Latios and Latias, was home to many Dragon-type and Psychic-type Pokémon.
Because this domain was always under their control, no human had ever set foot here. The realm remained untouched, and unchanged since its creation.
At its center lay a massive lake, composed of two medium-sized lakes connected to form the shape of an "∞" symbol. Each lake held an island at its center—one served as Latios' resting place, the other as Latias'.
This majestic lake was known as Infinity Lake.
Thanks to Carbink's exceptional talent for light-related moves, she had learned the basics of the Luster Purge technique from Latias in just one day. With consistent practice, she would soon master the exclusive moves of the Latios and Latias lineage.
Tonight, Latios and Latias prepared to host an evolution ritual for Feebas. Victor, Carbink, and Incineroar stood on the left island, watching as spectators.
Under the bright, golden glow of the full moon, the surface of Infinity Lake shimmered like a golden ocean. Despite questions about the mysterious origin of this moon, nearly all the Pokémon in the secret realm had gathered to witness the ceremony.
Feebas floated in the center of Infinity Lake, surrounded by Latios, Latias, and the sacred Heart Drop that hovered above her.
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Before entering the secret realm, victor had asked Latios if he could provide a Prism Scale he happened to have for Feebas' evolution.
Latios assured him that, with their power and the Heart Drop, Feebas would undergo an even more perfect evolution—no Prism Scale was necessary.
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"Kawwuuuu—"
"Kawwuuuu—"
For the first time since meeting them, victor heard Latios and Latias vocalize aloud. Normally, they communicated exclusively through telepathy.
The two siblings began circling the Heart Drop, releasing blue psychic energy that became tangible and streamed into the artifact.
The Heart Drop, once silent and still, came alive under the flow of their power. Its deep azure hue lit up with vibrant red and blue energy.
The radiant energy engulfed Feebas, bathing her entirely in its glow. From the top of her head to the tips of her fins, she was enveloped in the divine power of Infinity Lake.
The dull, earth-toned body of Feebas was gradually enveloped by the surrounding light, transforming into a red-and-blue cocoon of glowing energy.
"Click…"
Even Incineroar, known for his booming voice, fell silent. He understood the gravity of evolution—a process of profound transformation. Having evolved twice himself, he regarded it with a deep sense of reverence.
"Hey hey…"
[I want such a grand evolution too…]
Carbink's eyes sparkled with longing. Every girl dreamed of a beautiful, dazzling evolution ceremony like this.
"Kawuuu—!"
"Kawuuu—!"
With thunderous roars, Latios and Latias called upon the Psychic- and Dragon-type Pokémon gathered around. These Pokémon channeled their immense energy into countless radiant beams, which converged into the Heart Drop.
The Heart Drop pulsed brighter, absorbing this energy and amplifying its power.
Scarlet and azure ribbons of light poured relentlessly into the glowing cocoon that Feebas had become.
As the light intensified, Victor, well-prepared for such blinding spectacles, calmly took out a pair of sunglasses from his pocket and put them on.
The cocoon continued to absorb energy until it reached a critical point. A sharp cracking sound echoed through the Infinite Secret Realm.
"Crack!"
One crack, then another, spread across the surface of the cocoon, until it shattered completely. The figure within was slowly revealed.
What emerged was a Pokémon whose beauty defied description, breathtaking and radiant.
Floating gracefully in the air, this Pokémon exuded an aura that captured every gaze, embodying elegance and serenity.
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Pokémon Data
Pokémon: Milotic
Type: Water
Gender: ♀
Ability: Cute Charm
Level: 30
Held Item: None
Moves:
Surf
Dragon Pulse
Disarming Voice
Aqua Ring
Attract
Light Screen
Safeguard
Mirror Coat
Clean Light
Mist Ball
Twister
Dragon Tail
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Milotic's evolution was a success. She hovered in place, her presence a celebration of beauty and power combined.