Inside the Alliance Building, at the Alliance Headquarters.
The Alliance Headquarters is located on the top floor of the Alliance Building. Jiang Mo stood at the entrance of the building, looking up at the towering structure. He knew that if he simply said he wanted to go to the top floor, the security guards would surely turn him away.
Fortunately, he had kept Elite Four Chen's contact information when he left a few days ago, otherwise, he wouldn't even be able to get in.
Jiang Mo took out his phone and dialed Elite Four Chen's number.
"Hello, Elite Four Chen, this is Jiang Mo. I have an urgent matter and need to meet Tang Lao. Would you be able to arrange it for me?" Jiang Mo said respectfully.
On the other end of the phone, Elite Four Chen was silent for a moment, then said, "Alright, wait for me in the lobby. I'll be down to pick you up shortly."
Not long after, Elite Four Chen appeared in the lobby. He was wearing a sharp suit and had a serious expression. He nodded to Jiang Mo and said, "Follow me."
Jiang Mo quickly followed, secretly breathing a sigh of relief.
Only with Elite Four Chen leading the way could he successfully enter the Alliance Headquarters.
The elevator ascended all the way to the top floor, and Jiang Mo followed Elite Four Chen into the Alliance Headquarters' office.
"Tang Lao isn't at the Headquarters right now," Elite Four Chen suddenly said.
Jiang Mo was startled, feeling a wave of disappointment. "Then where is Tang Lao?"
Elite Four Chen glanced at Jiang Mo, then spread his hands and said, "Tang Lao hasn't interfered with Alliance matters for many years. He's in a semi-retired state now, so he's usually not at the Headquarters."
"He usually lives in a small courtyard in the suburbs and rarely sees people."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Mo asked anxiously, "Then what should I do now?"
Elite Four Chen pondered for a moment, then said, "How about this: after I finish handing over my current work, I'll take you to see Tang Lao."
Jiang Mo quickly nodded. "Thank you for the trouble, Celestial King Chen!"
Elite Four Chen waved his hand, signaling Jiang Mo to wait a moment, then turned to handle his work.
Jiang Mo sat on the office sofa, feeling a bit anxious. After all, Pikachu was still lying there, and his heart was constantly on edge.
......
An hour later, Elite Four Chen finished his work and left the Alliance Building with Jiang Mo.
The two rode in a special car, driving all the way to the suburbs.
The car passed through fields and finally stopped in front of a simple small courtyard.
After getting out of the car, Jiang Mo was somewhat surprised by the sight before him.
Tang Lao's residence was very simple, with the courtyard full of fruits and vegetables, looking just like an ordinary rural home.
"Tang Lao lives here?" Jiang Mo couldn't help but ask.
Elite Four Chen nodded. "Tang Lao likes peace and quiet, so he chose this place."
The two walked into the courtyard, and Elite Four Chen gently knocked on the door. "Tang Lao, Jiang Mo has something to see you about."
Tang Lao's gentle voice came from inside: "Come in."
Jiang Mo followed Elite Four Chen into the house and saw Tang Lao sitting on a rattan chair, holding a cup of tea, looking leisurely.
"Tang Lao." Jiang Mo respectfully bowed.
Tang Lao nodded, signaling Jiang Mo to sit down. "Jiang Mo, is there something you need?"
Jiang Mo took a deep breath, then said, "Tang Lao, I would like to inquire about Lord Fenghuang's whereabouts. I have something important that requires Lord Fenghuang's help."
Tang Lao's eyebrows raised slightly upon hearing this, but he didn't ask further. After all, everyone has their own little secrets, and he wasn't the type to pry.
He took a sip of tea and slowly said, "Lord Fenghuang's whereabouts are mysterious, and it rarely shows itself. I've only seen it a few times, and I don't know its specific whereabouts either."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Mo's heart sank. He hadn't expected the lead to end here.
Tang Lao saw Jiang Mo's disappointment, then added, "However, it's not completely without a solution."
Jiang Mo's eyes lit up, and he quickly asked, "Tang Lao, what solution do you have?"
Tang Lao put down his teacup and took an Ultra Ball from his waist, gently tossing it.
A flash of white light appeared, and a majestic Entei emerged in the room.
【Pokémon】: Entei
【Gender】: None
【Attribute】: Fire
【Level】: Level 91 (Master Initial Stage)
【Ability】: Pressure
【Held Item】: Charcoal
【Skills】: Glare, Stomp, Smokescreen, Sacred Fire, Extreme Speed, Flame Wheel, Bite, Calm Mind, Roar, Fire Fang, Scary Face, Crunch, Extrasensory, Lava Plume, Swagger, Sunny Day, Fire Blast, Eruption, Agility, Body Slam, Protect, Stomping Tantrum, Double-Edge, Flame Vortex, Flame Charge, Flare Blitz, Heat Wave, Overheat, Stone Edge
【Inherited Skills】: None
【Evaluation】: Reborn in Sacred Fire, one of Ho-Oh's Three Holy Beasts. It has received Ho-Oh's true teachings and can cause volcanic eruptions. It is the fire messenger who walks among humans on behalf of Ho-Oh.
"Roar!"
Entei exuded a powerful aura, its dark golden mane shimmering with dazzling light, and its eyes held a hint of majesty.
Jiang Mo was startled when he saw Entei. This was Entei, one of the Three Holy Beasts, an existence on the same level as the Four Cloud Gods.
Don't be fooled by the low prestige of the Three Holy Beasts in the original work; that was intentionally weakened by the officials. The true strength of the Three Holy Beasts is terrifying.
How could a Suicune with a divine duty be caught by a net?
Seeing Jiang Mo's surprised expression, Tang Lao smiled slightly and said, "This is my old friend, the patriarch of the Entei Family."
"Lord Fenghuang's Three Holy Beasts—Entei, Raikou, and Suicune—all reside in the Tian Guan Mountain Range."
"As long as their three patriarchs gather at the summit of the Tian Guan Mountain Range and use the rainbow feather, they can summon Lord Fenghuang."
"This is also the only way Lord Fenghuang left to actively contact it."
"You're a lucky young man to have gained Lord Fenghuang's favor and become the Rainbow Hero. Others, even if they wanted to see Lord Fenghuang, wouldn't have a rainbow feather to use."
Upon hearing this, hope ignited in Jiang Mo's heart. "Then let's go to the Tian Guan Mountain Range now! Please guide us, Tang Lao!"
Tang Lao nodded, then said to Entei, "Old friend, I'll trouble you to take Jiang Mo to the Tian Guan Mountain Range this time."
Entei let out a low Roar, indicating agreement.
Jiang Mo then bowed to Tang Lao and said solemnly, "Tang Lao, this junior will surely remember your kindness today. It might seem presumptuous for this junior to say this, but this junior truly owes you a favor!"
Tang Lao waved his hand and said with a smile, "Hahahaha, no need to be polite. Since you are Ho-Oh's Rainbow Hero, then of course I must help with this matter."
"However, the Tian Guan Mountain Range is not a safe place. Raikou and Suicune, the two Holy Beasts, are not as approachable as Entei. You need to be mentally prepared."
Jiang Mo nodded solemnly. "This junior understands, Tang Lao. I will be careful."
Subsequently, under Tang Lao's arrangement, Jiang Mo and Entei left the small courtyard and headed for the Tian Guan Mountain Range.