EBE Chapter 751 True Dragon Scales
Chapter 751 True Dragon Scales
Zhang Heng's heart jolted, and a complex surge of emotion welled up inside him.
The thought of avenging his father and wiping away the shame of his country had always surged in the deepest part of his heart.
Arthur, the defector champion whose hands were stained with the blood of East China warriors, was like a poisonous thorn stuck in the hearts of all those who knew the truth.
However, Arthur is incredibly powerful. In name, he is a fugitive champion from the United States and is wanted internationally. In reality, he is unstoppable and elusive on the international stage.
The forces behind him were deeply entrenched, and Zhang Heng knew that without using Zekrom, his strength was insufficient to pose a threat.
Even if they win, it will be a Pyrrhic victory, and most of their comrades will likely be killed. Furthermore, the enemy will not fight Zhang Heng to the death, and Zhang Heng will not be able to stop them from escaping.
Zhang Leiyuan held an important position with many responsibilities, which is why this matter had been weighing on his mind like a sword hanging over his head.
He never expected that "Brother Ce," whom he had only officially met for the first time today, would dare to devise such a bold and dangerous plan simply because of his deep affection for his father and their shared belief in protecting what they had.
He wanted to infiltrate another country's territory alone and kill a top-tier champion-level fighter from that enemy nation!
This spirit and determination to risk everything for loyalty and justice left Zhang Heng both shocked and deeply moved, filled with a profound sense of respect and admiration.
This is no longer just about helping others; it's about putting yourself on the most dangerous chessboard, making the most perilous move for your brothers and comrades!
"Brother Ce...this...this is too dangerous!"
Zhang Heng couldn't help but blurt out, his worry evident in his words.
"Although the Sakura Country is not a den of dragons and tigers, it is still a foreign land. Arthur must have guards with him, and it is very likely that it is also a stronghold of the Temple of Creation..."
Xing Wence stood up and straightened the hem of his suit jacket, which had become slightly wrinkled from sitting for so long.
His face regained its gentle yet firm expression, as if they had just discussed not a cross-border assassination, but an ordinary trip.
"There's no time to lose, I'll go prepare right away." Without further delay, he walked up to Zhang Leiyuan and extended his right hand.
Zhang Leiyuan clasped his hands tightly together and shook them vigorously, everything understood without words.
Xing Wence then turned to Zhang Heng, giving him a reassuring look, his tone relaxed yet unquestionable.
"Meet me at Goose City Academy in a week. I will send you some of my insights on how to use the stone tablet later, as I promised you.
After saying that, he didn't linger. He turned around, opened the office door, and left with steady but swift steps.
That figure, still as upright as a pine tree, seemed to carry a sharp, bloodthirsty aura, ready to make a final, decisive end to a heavy past.
In the large office, only the father and son remained for the time being.
The afterglow of the setting sun outside the window was intense, bathing the room in a warm golden-red hue, but this warmth could not completely dispel the heavy and chilling atmosphere left by the conversation earlier, one that concerned life and death, national hatred, and adventure.
After a moment of silence, Zhang Leiyuan walked behind his desk and opened the hidden safe embedded in the wall.
He carefully took out an item from it and turned back to Zhang Heng.
It was a specially made metal box, about twenty centimeters long and ten centimeters wide.
The outer shell is a matte dark gray, without any unnecessary decorations or logos, only a few precise mechanical buckles on the side, which makes it look simple and sturdy, with a clear military or high-tech product style.
Zhang Leiyuan handed the metal box to Zhang Heng with a solemn expression, as if he were entrusting not just an item, but a weighty opportunity or responsibility.
“Xiao Heng, this… was discovered by the special operations team when they were clearing the ruins around the battlefield after the great battle that day, in an area where they were detecting residual special energy.”
Zhang Leiyuan's voice was deep, his gaze fixed on the metal box.
He paused, looking at the puzzled and curious expression on his son's face as he took the metal box, and slowly added.
"Analysis revealed that the trace amounts of energy ripples remaining on it perfectly match the appearance and disappearance of the Radiant Rift. Therefore, it can be almost certainly confirmed that it was left behind by it. Moreover..."
Zhang Leiyuan's gaze turned somewhat somber: "The exact location where it was found was on the air conditioner unit platform outside the window of the floor where your ward was located in the central hospital where you were taken to be unconscious. It seems to have been... deliberately left for you."
"Left for me?"
Zhang Heng was startled and quickly examined the metal box in his hand. It was cool to the touch and of moderate weight. He found the latch and pressed it gently.
"Click".
With a soft click, the lid of the metal box popped open a crack. Zhang Heng carefully opened it completely.
The box is lined with a soft, black cushioning material, and in the center of the material lies a single scale.
A dragon scale, as black as ink. This color was extremely unusual.
As is well known, regardless of the type of Dragon-type Pokémon, the scales that fall off its body and can be made into "Dragon Scales" items are processed through special energy stabilization and manufacturing processes.
It usually presents a deep and gorgeous indigo blue, which is the signature color of the highly condensed energy of the dragon.
However, the scale before me has completely preserved its original color when it was detached from its body—a pure, majestic inky black that seems to absorb all light.
The scales are about the size of an adult's palm, with a beautiful shape, natural curves, and smooth yet sharp edges.
Even in the dim indoor light, the surface of the scales has a subtle, lustrous halo, as if a galaxy is sealed inside.
What's even more unsettling is that, even through a layer of cushioning, Zhang Heng could clearly feel the vast and pure dragon energy contained within.
This energy is powerful yet restrained, carrying a supreme majesty that transcends ordinary legendary Pokémon and originates from the ruler of the skies.
Zhang Heng subconsciously, almost holding his breath, used the system's detection capabilities, focusing his gaze on the black dragon scale.
【Item Name: True Dragon Scale】
[Rank: Super S]
[Effect: When held or equipped, greatly enhances the Dragon-type Innate Resonance, passively increasing the power of Dragon-type moves by approximately 40%. Additionally, the scales themselves contain unique spacetime coordinate imprints.]
[Note: This scale is one of Rayquaza's original scales, shed voluntarily, and contains a trace of its legendary Pokémon aura and recognition. In specific locations with strong energy resonance, activating the scale with Dragon-type energy has a very high probability of summoning Rayquaza.]
"!!!"
Zhang Heng's heart was about to leap out of his chest!
Super S-rank! A 40% increase in Dragon-type power! This far surpasses the effect of any type-enhancing item he knows of!
But what's even more crucial is that note... Summon Rayquaza?!
Although the conditions are harsh, this scale is undoubtedly a key that may allow us to re-establish contact with that powerful, arrogant, and gluttonous ruler of the sky!
Is Rayquaza leaving a business card for "interesting humans"? A sample for observation? Or an invitation to the future?
Zhang Heng gently closed the metal box, isolating the powerful energy fluctuations.
He looked up at his father, his eyes flashing with shock, contemplation, and a mixture of excitement and solemnity in the face of unknown opportunities.