Chapter 754 - 753: The Coronation of the New King
When Cain observed his surroundings again, he noticed that they were near Lake Verity. Only a short distance remained before they arrived. In a single day, they had reached the lake, proving just how frantic and demanding the daytime battles had been.
Moreover, after his recent advancement as an intermediate psychic, Cain felt the weight in his mind lighten considerably. The anxiety he had experienced due to the system’s suspension also disappeared, restoring his characteristic state of calm.
He had managed to overcome his excessive dependence on the system, facing that inner shadow that had affected him so much.
He didn’t know if his progress as a psychic had helped alleviate that emotional burden or if the very circumstances surrounding his advancement had led to his growth. Either way, Cain was aware of one thing: he was hungry.
Without wasting time, he improvised a campsite and began preparing dinner. His Pokémon, still exhausted but always attentive to their trainer’s needs, used the last of their energy reserves to help him prepare a hearty meal. They were famished.
After finishing dinner, Cain decided to give them a short break and not push them into additional training. After all, they had fought nonstop throughout the day, pushing their bodies and abilities to the limit.
This battle marathon had not only left the Pokémon exhausted but had also strengthened their energy control and move execution.
Their progress was evident, though Cain didn’t take the time to analyze it in detail. After eating and resting for a while, he decided to continue toward Lake Verity. Since they were so close, Cain was curious to see the lake with his own eyes.
Crossing one last stretch of forest, they finally reached the lake’s edge. It was a colossal body of water, the legendary home of Azelf, the god of willpower. However, Cain knew that Azelf didn’t actually reside in the lake, but rather, the place housed an entrance to the alternate world where the Pokémon lived.
Even if the lake were completely drained, there would be no trace of Azelf. At one point, Team Galactic had even attempted to do so using a device called the "Galactic Bomb" to dry up the lake completely, but it was a futile effort.