Manor Lord in the Pokémon World

Chapter 193 Kirlian's Metamorphosis

The entire palace was filled with an atmosphere of near despair, and even the brilliance of the diamonds falling from the dome seemed to have dimmed.

Just then, a small diamond wearing scholar's glasses hurriedly walked in from outside the hall, its steps faltering slightly due to nervousness.

Approaching the throne, it bowed deeply and reported, "Your Majesty, after months of analyzing the laws, we have been forced to confirm that due to the hidden damage inflicted on the energy diamond during the previous disaster, the energy pathways have undergone an irreversible shift. This shift has directly affected the fundamental composition of the newly born princess..."

It paused with difficulty, its voice lower and slightly choked: "Your Highness, the fairy essence gathered within your body is congenitally deficient. I'm afraid... Your Highness will be unable to shoulder the sacred mission of gathering a new generation of energy diamonds in the future."

Om-!

These words instantly stirred up a wave of panic among the already worried ministers below!

"What...what should we do?!"

"Without a new generation of energy diamonds to sustain the industry, how will our diamond-mining nation continue operating once the energy of the current diamond is gradually depleted?!"

"Yes! Energy diamonds are the core of our kingdom; they are light, heat, and the source of all crystal growth! Without them, everything we depend on for survival will slowly wither! What will we eat? What will we use?"

"Is our kingdom, this diamond-mining nation that has shone for countless years, truly... coming to an end in our generation?!"

Panic, despair, and helplessness filled the air like a cold tide, nearly engulfing the entire hall.

Diancie, sitting in the main seat, remained calm, seemingly having anticipated this outcome, and quietly awaited another result.

Soon, another small diamond dressed as a diplomat entered the hall, its face still showing signs of fatigue from its long journey.

"Your Majesty, we have followed your instructions and searched through all the ancient covenant records for the primeval forests where the God of Life, Xerneas, might reside."

"However, the God of Life has not responded at all, and all the covenant marks indicate that it has fallen into slumber..."

Xerneas's slumber means that the last path to repairing the fundamental flaws through the help of supreme external forces has also been completely blocked.

When the existing damaged energy diamond is finally depleted, the entire diamond mining nation will lose all energy supply. Most of the machines that maintain the nation's light-dark cycle, crystal growth, temperature regulation, and even defense barriers will completely shut down, and the kingdom will slowly perish!

"It's over! It's all over!"

"Even Lord Xerneas... what can we possibly hope for?"

An atmosphere of despair, like a thick black fog, completely enveloped the hall, and many ministers even lost their composure and began to sob softly.

Diancie, seated on the throne, pursed her lips and finally, as if having made up her mind, stood up.

"My lords, please hear me out. Energy diamonds are the very foundation upon which our kingdom depends for its survival. Now, we face a crisis unlike any we have ever faced since the founding of our nation."

"Now that the crisis has arrived, escape and lamentation will not bring any change. So, as the queen you trust and who bears the responsibility of leading the kingdom forward, I, Diancie, should seek a new way out for everyone."

Its voice was not loud, but it was powerful, instantly dispelling the gloom and causing the little diamonds below to raise their heads and look at their queen.

"Therefore, I have decided to go out and gain experience, to find a new, unlimited energy source that can replace the energy diamonds to power the kingdom!"

Upon hearing this, Fred, who was standing at the front, practically tumbled out.

"Your Majesty, no! Please reconsider! Countless unimaginable acts of malice lurk outside! Your status is so noble; you are the sole pillar and symbol of our kingdom. How can you personally take such a tremendous risk?!"

It patted its chest and said, "Your Majesty, please let me go. I'll risk my life to retrieve the infinite energy before it runs out!"

Tianci looked at her old friend and trusted advisor who had been with her since childhood, a hint of warmth flashing in her eyes, but she still gently shook her head, her voice resolute, "Fred, there's no need to say anything more, my mind is made up."

Its strength is greater than that of other small diamonds, it can escape danger unscathed, and it has a greater chance of finding infinite energy.

Then some of the smaller members tried to persuade her, and many even offered to go with Her Majesty the Queen, but Diancie refused them all.

The final image freezes on Diancie's departing figure.

Alone, I ventured into the unknown.

It evokes a feeling of "the wind is howling and the Yi River is cold."

Kirlian fell into deep thought again, and the four scenes she had just witnessed reappeared before her eyes.

The glory of coronation, the arduous nights, the fierce battles, the resolute farewell...

Because she bore the crown of the queen, she had to study diligently by lamplight countless nights, learning the complex and tedious management methods that were crucial to the survival of the kingdom.

As the embodiment of her people's faith, she had to be the first to charge forward and fight to the very end when a brutal foreign enemy invaded and their homeland was on the verge of destruction.

Because she bore the destiny of leading her people, she had to suppress all her fears and resolutely venture alone into the vast unknown when the kingdom's foundation was crumbling, to seek that elusive hope for her people.

Images flashed through my mind: Diancie studying diligently, Diancie charging into battle, Diancie adventuring alone...

boom!

It was as if a world-shaking roar resounded from the depths of my soul!

All the light and shadow, all the insights, all the previously elusive and vague feelings were utterly shattered in this roar, and then reformed!

In the end, everything returned to calm, and what settled down became two simple yet incredibly weighty words.

Responsible.

The path to becoming a queen is not simply about issuing commands and making other Pokémon obey, nor is it about cleverly stirring emotions with ancient songs to make everyone happy and excited, nor is it about simply using your mouth to enjoy honor and comfort all day long.

Rather, it is the responsibility to lead the kingdom to progress!

What... what is this?!

Ark looked at Kirlia and saw wisps of fairy power flowing around it. These energy threads gathered more and more, gradually forming a cocoon-like energy ball that enveloped Kirlia!

"This means they've entered a breakthrough phase."

Diancie's voice rang out from the side, looking at Kirlia with the same hopeful expression.

"Unexpectedly, after watching these time records, it was able to gain insights and grasp the opportunity for advancement. It's truly remarkable; its talent and comprehension are exceptional."

A thought involuntarily arose in Tianxi's mind: if such a promising talent could follow him in his practice for a period of time and receive systematic guidance, his future achievements would probably be limitless.

The scene before them continued to shift, while Ark and Diancie waited quietly to witness Kirlia's transformation.

Finally, the energy surrounding Kirlia changed, and Kirlia's aura surged!