Chapter 49 - ch-49

**In the picture—**

"Grovyle, what's wrong with you? Your face is so red. Do you have a fever?"

[In the video, Ash appears confused as he curiously asks about Grovyle's condition.]

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"Ash, brother! You're so slow!"

"Do you only have Pokémon in your eyes?!"

The audience was speechless at Ash.

Couldn't he see that Grovyle had feelings for Nurse Joy's Meganium?!

Idiot!!

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**The picture continues—**

[While Ash remained clueless, Brock, ever the love expert, immediately understood the situation.]

[Having lost to Tropius, Grovyle felt embarrassed in front of Meganium and couldn't bring himself to confess his feelings.]

[Realizing this, Grovyle decided to take the initiative and challenge Tropius to a rematch.]

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**Audience—**

"Come on, Grovyle!!"

"But Tropius has the Flying-type advantage. Can Grovyle really win?"

"Fool, you don't understand the power of love! Grovyle can do it! Believe in him!"

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**In the video—**

[The rivals stared each other down as Tropius launched the first attack.]

[Flapping its enormous green wings, it created a powerful gust of wind, posing a significant threat to Grovyle.]

[This was followed by a close-range Wing Attack and Razor Leaf.]

[The relentless attacks left Grovyle in pain on the ground.]

[But as Grovyle noticed the blooming flower in its mouth, memories of Meganium's gentle smile flashed in its mind.]

**I can't lose!**

**I absolutely can't lose!!**

[Fueled by determination, Grovyle used Quick Attack to retreat into the nearby forest of giant trees.]

[Tropius, unwilling to let Grovyle escape, immediately flew into the forest in pursuit.]

[Hiding in the shadows, Grovyle seized the moment.]

[A surprise Bullet Seed weakened Tropius, followed by an agile leap into the air.]

[The blade on Grovyle's wrist glowed with a brilliant green light!]

A flash of green cut through the air.

With a single, decisive strike, Grovyle hit Tropius's weak spot!

[Landing gracefully on the ground, Grovyle sheathed its blade, while Tropius collapsed, unable to continue the fight.]

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**Champion Guest Seats—**

"Good job, Grovyle!!!"

The ever-enthusiastic Dodo was ecstatic.

"Is this the power of love? It really turned defeat into victory," Raihan remarked, surprised.

"In this way, Grovyle has regained its honor and can now pursue Nurse Joy's Meganium without hesitation," Wallace said with a slight smile.

Even Cynthia and Diantha couldn't hide their anticipation.

Drama and gossip?

Perfect entertainment!

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**The scene continued—**

[At this moment, Team Rocket appeared, having captured Nurse Joy's Meganium. However, they witnessed Grovyle's stunning victory over Tropius.]

[Meganium immediately ran over to the fallen Tropius.]

"Megaaaa!"

[Grovyle's eyes lit up as it saw Meganium rushing toward it.]

[Its sharp gaze softened, glowing with pink hearts. Arms open wide, Grovyle eagerly awaited Meganium's embrace.]

[Audiences around the world leaned in, anticipating Grovyle's moment of romantic triumph.]

But then…

The next scene shocked everyone.

[The approaching Meganium walked past Grovyle and went straight to Tropius.]

[It gazed at the injured Tropius with concern, releasing a fragrant aroma to heal it.]

[As Tropius regained its strength, it leaned close to Meganium, and the two shared a bright, loving smile.]

[Seeing this scene...]

[Grovyle was devastated, unable to believe what had just happened. It fell to its knees as the flower of love in its mouth withered completely.]

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**Champion Guest Seats—**

"Oh my god... I shipped the wrong couple. Turns out Meganium liked Tropius all along..."

The Dodo covered its face, unable to watch.

"This… This is so embarrassing. Tropius and Meganium were secretly in love the whole time. Grovyle became the clown," Alder sighed helplessly.

"Why bother with love? Isn't it better to stay single?" Raihan shrugged nonchalantly.

"Well, now Grovyle's blade, power, and speed have all dropped by a level…" Steven Stone lamented sympathetically.

He was once a lone swordsman.

And now…

Because of love…

He became a fool!

"It's so heartbreaking. Grovyle worked so hard to defeat Tropius, only for this to be the result," Cynthia said, unable to bear the scene.

Grovyle, the joker of the story!

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**The scene continues—**

[At that moment, Ash and his friends arrived.]

[Seeing Grovyle's dejected state, Ash turned to Team Rocket and demanded answers.]

"Team Rocket, what did you do to Grovyle?!"

"We didn't do anything! Grovyle challenged Tropius on its own!" Meowth retorted.

"Huh? So... Grovyle fought Tropius to avenge its previous defeat but lost again?" Ash wondered aloud.

Meowth: "No way! Grovyle beat Tropius beautifully!"

Ash: "Huh? Then why is Grovyle so sad?"

Brock: "I get it. Grovyle may have won the battle, but it lost in love. That's why it's so heartbroken."

Ash: "Winning, but losing? What does that even mean?! Did Grovyle win or lose?"

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**Audience Seats—**

"Ash, brother… you're hopeless!!"

"Grovyle: Don't ask. Just don't ask!"

"Ash, you really don't understand the pain of heartbreak. Do you only care about Pikachu and battles?!"

"Ash, Stephanie would never like you at this rate!"

The audience was exasperated with Ash.

He was just too dense!

No Stephanie would ever fall for someone so oblivious!

But little did they know...

In the future, audiences worldwide would be stunned.

Despite Ash's cluelessness, he would have countless female admirers across the world.

With just a little effort, Ash could easily stop being single!

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