A smug young Trainer who is friendly and amicable with most, despite her aims and her allegiance.
Hypno. Beheeyem. Return.
Fufufu... An interesting find. I must report this to the Crown-Princess.
A minor issue. I can have the Three come and fix it as an emergency, but it should last on its own long enough to repair itself. The base seems to be intact still. Perfect!
Hmm. Robots, huh? I see. Indeedee, write that dow-wait. Robots?
No shit? Robots? Well, it seems you aren't telling lies. Indeedee, write down that they are robots. One's mute, and the other can speak.
Right, well then, robots, tell me what you're doing out here. Not many Trainers show up on the doorsteps to Castulgard Town without identification and an excuse for it. I'll give you the benefit of a doubt and assume you're unrelated to the United Pokemon League.
UNACCEPTABLE!
You tell me we lost with four full regiments of Bataille?! Castelia City remains under United Pokemon League control?!
Y-Yes, Crown-Princess! Most of the Bataille regiments escaped intact, albeit, defeated. Commandants Mikhayu and Marcosha sounded the retreat when we were engaged upon by a new weapon type that was capable of piercing even your well-crafted armor designs.
Hmph! Yeah, yeah. We've got a copy of the weapon too, thanks to quick thinking from one of the Bataille members. I was handed the item and the relevant information when they arrived back. It's a real piece of work. I never knew the United Pokemon League had such items. I'll be handing it to the craftsmen once we've done some preliminary research into it.
Very well. I commend you for your quick turnaround, Chef du Renseignement. It seems this was not a total loss, though I must demonstrate concern that the United Pokemon League forces were far stronger than was briefed on prior to the invasion.
Do not be afraid. You've done no wrong. Your job was performed admirably, as you have brought the message clear to us. You are dismissed to return to your duties.
I must apologize, Crown-Princess. Allow me to humbly request your forgiveness in this matter; my research into the nature of their forces was clearly not sufficient enough to enable a successful engagement on our behalf.
Indeed. As Conseiller en Stratégie, you should've known better. I expect only the best of those who serve me, and all of them must continue to prove their worth to the New Ruulan Empire daily. That being said, it was not a full loss. We retrieved a valuable object with which we can assess countermeasures for future engagements, and it is an object we shall give full attention to. No doubt it will prove of suitable assistance.
You are too kind, Crown-Princess.
Unfortunately, it was still a mistake that could have cost us dearly. Overlooking their potential was very careless of you. Underestimating a foe such as them... I cannot fully overlook such an error. There will be a punishment, and that punishment is this: Knowing how much you enjoy your pursuit of literature, you will personally be forbidden access to the Shadow Archival, for purposes outside of official work, for the period of the next three days. This order will be carried out under strict observation. I will know of any breach in this order, upon which a far more severe penalty may be given.
A merciful response, Crown-Princess. Understood. I shall not disappoint you again.
A grand showing from the youngest of the Shadow Sisters Three, Antumbra! She genuflects before the throne, and thus uproaring applause at her show!
Forgive my sudden intrusion, Crown-Princess, but it seems there have been multiple assaults against one of our Shadow Crystals located in Unova. We, the Shadow Sisters Three, took a gander and found the one you called "Diamond" as being in the area along with other Trainers. Surely he didn't flip to become an enemy of ours! But perhaps he did?! Such a twist of the plot! We humbly request you to see to the matter yourself, Crown-Princess, to discern the truth with your own wise eyes!
I see. You think he may have gone and betrayed me. It would not surprise me if he did, but nonetheless, he is far stronger a foe than most of the other United Pokemon League types. Not to mention, if truly they possess strength beyond what we know, then I may be best served to visit myself to enforce the matter. Yes, this will work.
Let it be known! I shall go in person to address the issue of this Crystal's assailants and the potential betrayal of a powerful individual. I shall bring my Commandant with me; Aerys Leurent! I also request that my Nonpareil, Riz Impératrice, join as well.
Hey, Riz. How far away from the Crystal are we?
I do believe we're somewhat close? About a 10 to 15-minute walk north from here, I think. I used the coordinates last used by the Shadow Sisters to get here, so it seems they ended up wandering around a bit before planting it.
I see. Then this is Route 3? It seems...nice...tch. What rubbish. At least I can see the one we came to check on. Seems he's in a fight again.
Fufufu... How interesting! Let us see how this fight goes, then.
Shadow Pull!
Sorry, but we'll need to borrow you for a moment. I promise we'll return you when we're done here.
Just don't struggle and you'll be fine. We just need to speak to the fine Trainers for a bit.
In time, Diamond Royal, in time. My name is Aerys Leurant, of the New Ruulan Empire. Sauvegarde and Main Droite for the Crown-Princess herself.
I am Riz Impératrice, of Maison Impératrice; a Duchess of the New Ruulan Empire and a chosen Nonpareil in the Crown-Princess' Parlement.
Diamond, we came to check up on you after hearing some questionable rumors. I hope you aren't being a disappointment for our cause.
Your friends here seem to have some disageements with you. A positive sign to witness, and one no doubt to be taken into consideration by Her Majesty.
Of course, that means we are here with another purpose.
Yep! Your friends will obviously need to stay here as well. Especially the girl. She's gotten my interest, and no doubt Her Majesty will be interested to learn more.
We'll give you back your "girlfriend" once we're done here. I promise she won't be hurt. Riz is super skilled, so you can rest easy.
Mweehehehee~ How delightful! You think you're in a position to make demands? That's not befitting your station, Diamond.
What do we want? Why you? Your power and potential have me interested. I like strong and cute Trainers, and you're both at once, whether you know it or not.
Whether you are interested or not isn't our concern, handsome. We're not here about that. Consider us here to challenge you to a friendly battle. Though...you aren't capable of battling currently, it seems. No matter, I'm wanting to see what Chloe is capable of, instead.
H-How absurd! Urr... No matter, let's see if you escape a second ti-
Arise, Sauvegarde! Nonpareil!
I had to come forth and see what the intensive commotion was about. All of you have such intense air. I must admit, I am very thoroughly impressed. Duchess Impératrice rarely demonstrates such outbursts. O~hoho-hoho~! I'll give you a standing ovation for flustering her so.
O~hoho-hoho~! O~hoho-hoho-hoho~! Who said anything about you defeating me? Peasants of your caliber are best served providing entertainment for my amusement. O~hoho-hoho~!
If your cowardice proves true, young peasant girl, and you wish not to face me after all, then I shall see you in another light; as the entertainment I so mentioned! It befits your lowly station to serve your superiors after all.
Nonpareil, your flustered nature amused me in equal parts to the disappointment it stirred in me. Such a casual mistake from one I judge and rate so highly; it befits not your station! Redeem yourself in this very moment and do battle with this young girl. You alone should be sufficient to wholly showcase her capabilities so identified by my Sauvegarde.
Understood, Majesty. I shall prepare my Pokemo-
Nay! Nonpareil, your abilities failed you. This redemption will be of you versus them. Yourself. Surely one of my Nonpareil, who have been gifted with power unrivaled, can effortlessly handle the pathetic attempts of a little peasant girl who has developed an unfitting case of cowardice!
Understood, Majesty. My apologies to you, Chloe, I will make this as painless as it will be swift. Let us both be satisfied with the result.
Oh, and one more thing! The peasant's friend, and that good-for-nothing we call Diamond, are both permitted to join the little peasant girl in her bout against Riz! Riz is strong enough to prove a suitable challenge for all three of you, after all. The three of you may even use your Pokemon if you so wish. It may just prove to make it more intriguing a show! O~hoho~! O~hoho-hoho~!
Very well, it would be dishonorable of us to not battle in complete fairness. So shall it be, Riz! You may use two of your own! I'll leave the rest of the situation to you. I must deal with the insolent Trainer who still refuses to submit to his rightful ruler.
Understood, Majesty. Then let us begin, Chloe. My apologies for your Slurpuff as well. I will be as merciful as possible, to honor your commitment to this fight.