Chapter 282: Team Rocket’s Second-in-Command! [282] [40 PS]
Compared to having the proverbial sword of Damocles hanging over her, the presence of an actual Legendary Pokémon looming above her was far more terrifying for Malva.
"I know this is a difficult decision," Luo Yuan said. "So, I'll give you one week to think about it."
"One week?"
It wasn't that the time felt too short; rather, Malva found it curious. She was already Team Rocket's prisoner—what worse fate could she face if she refused after the deadline? The time limit seemed unnecessary.
Noticing her confusion, Luo Yuan smiled faintly.
"As you've probably guessed, your prolonged absence as one of Kalos' Elite Four has already caused a significant stir in the League."
"If you continue to remain out of sight, the League is bound to come knocking on Team Rocket's door, causing unnecessary complications."
"To avoid such misunderstandings—and to spare the League the wasted effort of chasing after a Team Flare executive—I've recorded our conversation. Should you refuse to join Team Rocket, I'll send the footage to Kalos' Champion. If I recall correctly, the current Champion is Diantha, right?"
As he spoke, Luo Yuan gestured to a corner of the room.
Following his motion, Malva noticed a faint red light blinking there—a hidden camera.
"You..." Malva trembled with anger.