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Chapter 129 Lin Dao's Resoluteness
Chapter 129 Lin Dao's Resoluteness
Online discussions about the two matches have spread at an explosive pace.
Topics such as "Analysis of the Dragon Dance Tactics of Shiny Gyarados", "Frost Queen Zhao Qingshuang's Battlefield of Mental Power", and "Hong You VS Zhao Qingshuang: The Ultimate Showdown of Strength and Wisdom" have firmly occupied the top of the trending searches on major platforms.
Countless edited, recap, and analytical videos were clicked and shared like crazy.
Hong You's title of "Berserker God of War" and Zhao Qingshuang's title of "Frost Queen" quickly spread, gaining a huge number of supporters.
Compared to the popularity of these two domestic events, another event stirred up an even bigger storm in the international arena: Lin Dao's unexpected connection with the Gallic girl Lia and Ralts.
Although official Chinese media and major platforms, for complex reasons, have toned down the dissemination of this live broadcast to some extent, refraining from large-scale follow-up reports and discussions, the seeds of information have already been sown through the live broadcast and spread to every corner of the world.
In Europe, public opinion in many countries and regions that had previously been cautious, hesitant, or even closed off from Pokémon has been completely ignited.
Liana's heartfelt, accented words, Ralts' quiet yet yearning figure in the dimly lit attic, and Lin Dao's resolute promise, "I will stand with you and work together to overcome your difficulties."
These images and words spread like wildfire through social media, underground networks, and interpersonal communication.
It's no longer a distant news story about Pokémon and competitive games, but a real-life story of struggles and dreams that happens around ordinary people.
It touched upon people's instinctive yearning for freedom, companionship, and the unknown world—a yearning that has been suppressed yet deeply felt.
People in many countries have begun to spontaneously discuss and petition, questioning their governments' slow or even passive response policies.
The pressure begins to be transmitted from the bottom up.
Some governments reacted quickly, either to comply with public opinion or because they saw new opportunities and trends. They began to quietly adjust their tone, loosen control over relevant information to a limited extent, and even began to privately contact China to explore the possibility of cooperation.
Lin Dao's impromptu video call inadvertently became a lever to break the international deadlock, and the ripple effects it generated may be more profound and rapid than he had anticipated.
The lounge on the top floor of the battle tower was brightly lit, yet unusually quiet.
Lin Dao and Li Hao had just finished their commentary work and returned when they saw Shen Yu'er and Zhao Lan already waiting inside.
Zhao Lan stood by the window with her arms crossed, looking at the still bustling and excited crowd below the tower. Her profile looked somewhat serious under the lamplight, and her eyes held a complex expression.
Shen Yu'er nodded to Lin Dao, their eyes meeting to convey clear support and understanding.
"Sister Zhao, Xiaoyu."
Lin Dao greeted them and went to the side to pour himself a glass of water.
Zhao Lan turned around, her gaze falling on Lin Dao. She remained silent for a few seconds before speaking, her voice devoid of much emotion.
"Today's live broadcast caused quite a stir."
Lin Dao took a sip of water and said frankly.
"It was unexpected, but since it happened, I don't think it's a bad thing. Some voices need to be heard, and some walls need to be seen."
Zhao Lan took a few steps closer, looking at this young man who was much younger than herself but had already shouldered the weight of an era, her tone carrying a barely perceptible sigh.
"Your last words were a heavy promise."
"If you make a promise, you have to keep it." Lin Dao's answer was simple and direct.
The room fell silent for a moment.
Li Hao looked at this and then at that, and wisely chose to remain silent and quietly left the room.
Lin Dao put down his water glass, calmly met Zhao Lan's gaze, and spoke his long-considered thoughts.
"Sister Zhao, after the rookie tournament, the large-scale production of Poké Balls, the popularization of new Pokémon food, and the public disclosure of basic medical and breeding knowledge—these key milestones will all be completed as planned."
"By then, the 'human-Pokémon symbiosis' system in China will have laid its most solid foundation, entering a phase of self-improvement and vigorous development. Subsequent upgrades, maintenance, and in-depth development will depend more on the nation, businesses, and countless trainers like Zhao Qingshuang and Hong You."
He paused for a moment, his gaze seemingly piercing through the wall, looking towards a more distant place.
"I'm here—that's about all I can and should do."
Zhao Lan's pupils contracted slightly.
She understood the unspoken meaning in Lin Dao's words. He was saying that once things were basically on track in China, his focus would shift to other places that were still in a state of confusion, suppression, or even conflict.
Just as he had promised the Gallic girl, "We will walk this path together."
Shen Yu'er also clenched her hands slightly. Although she had a premonition, hearing it with her own ears still made her feel complicated.
"You want to—go out?"
Zhao Lan's voice was soft, yet it carried immense weight.
"It's not that I want to, it's that I feel I should."
Lin Dao corrected, "Just like Lydia and Ralts, just like many people and Pokémon in the world who are still groping in the dark, even hurting each other because of fear and isolation. The integration of the two worlds is a global issue, and the problems are also global. China has taken the lead and explored some feasible paths, but this should not become an isolated island."
He walked to the window and stood side by side with Zhao Lan, looking at the crowd below the battle tower that symbolized hope and the future.
The name "Pokémon cultural dissemination and development" should never be limited to China.
Zhao Lan remained silent for a long time.
She understands Lin Dao's ideals and responsibilities, and is even more aware of the unimaginable difficulties, risks, and turbulent international politics involved.
She was worried about sending someone with such irreplaceable knowledge and skills abroad to regions where the situation might be more complex and hostility might be more obvious, both from the perspective of national interests and personal feelings.
But she also knew that Lin Dao was never, and should never be, just a country's "secret weapon" or "exclusive advisor."
His gaze remained fixed on the grand vision of the merging of the two worlds.
Finally, she let out a long, deep sigh, a sigh that contained so much: helplessness, understanding...
Concern, and ultimately, support.
"Xiao Lin," Zhao Lan's voice regained its usual crispness, but with a touch more solemnity.
"I understand. I will report your thoughts and decisions to my superiors completely and accurately."
She looked at Lin Dao with the same sharp gaze as before, yet with the gentleness of an elder.
"I know I can't stop you, nor do I have the right to. This path is destined to be difficult, even more so than starting from scratch in Xinyuan City. But since you've made your choice, then—"
She paused for a moment, then spoke slowly and deliberately.
"I believe that your superiors will understand and support your decision. This is not just your business, nor is it just a matter for China."
Her eyes sharpened.
"This is the shared wish of all humanity, and indeed all Pokémon that have come into this world." When needed, remember that you have more than just yourself and your companions standing behind you.
Shen Yu'er stepped forward and gently squeezed Lin Dao's arm without saying a word, but everything was understood without being spoken.
Lin Dao looked at Zhao Lan, then at Shen Yu'er, a warm and firm smile on his face.
That smile revealed a clear understanding of the perilous road ahead, gratitude for the support of her companions, and an unwavering determination to move forward.
"Thank you, Sister Zhao. Thank you all."