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"Sigh, actually, there is a treasure in this castle called the Ancient Amulet. It has now been targeted by the Phantom Thief Beauty Group, and they even sent a notice!"
Matthew sighed and explained to Ash and the others the reason for such high alert, which was why the scene just now had occurred.
And standing before them, self-proclaimed famous detective Mabel was the person in charge of this anti-theft operation.
"To think someone would send a notice before stealing something; this thief is truly bizarre!" After hearing the explanation, Brock was completely confused.
How could such a bizarre thief exist in this world?
To dare to blatantly tell the police—aside from being an idiot, how much confidence must they have in their own skills!
"A notice, a famous detective, stealing treasure—this damn sense of déjà vu!"
Ash couldn't help but complain to himself; wasn't this the script from the show next door?
"Since that's the case, let's help out too!"
Encountering something so interesting for the first time, the curious and warm-hearted Dawn immediately offered to help after getting the consent of the other two.
"That's wonderful! With the help of a Champion, I'm sure we'll be able to capture the Phantom Thief Beauty Group in one fell swoop!"
Matthew, the owner of the castle, was overjoyed and hurriedly invited the three into the castle, immediately serving a feast and making sure they were well fed.
And "Famous Detective" Mabel did the same, stuffing her face with free food and drink.
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Time flew by until evening. The entire hall was filled with people, and Ash and his friends, along with "Detective" Mabel, were also staying there.
The purpose was to guard against the upcoming Phantom Thief Beauty Group.
"Will the so-called Phantom Thief Beauty Group really dare to come? It's already 7:53; will they really appear at 8 o'clock sharp?" The long wait made Dawn unable to help but ask.
The notice stated that the Ancient Amulet would be stolen at 8 o'clock sharp, so a large number of police officers had already surrounded the safe containing the Ancient Amulet.
Even they were surrounding it; with such luxurious equipment, could the Phantom Thief Beauty Group really steal the treasure?
"Exactly, that's what I think too!" a certain Detective Egg girl chimed in.
"Careful, they're here!"
Just as Dawn was full of suspicion, Ash tapped the back of the girl's hand, indicating that the enemy had arrived on the battlefield.
"Where? Where?"
Hearing this, Dawn immediately placed her hand on her forehead, scanning for the figures of the Phantom Thief Beauty Group.
"Sorry, we have received orders from Mr. Matthew to move the treasure to another secret location!"
But apart from the three individuals who claimed to have received orders from Mr. Matthew, there was no sign of any beauties.
Hmm??? Mr. Matthew's orders?
After being reminded by Ash, Dawn finally realized that these three people in front of them were very suspicious.
"Wait a minute, you three are very suspicious. How can we be sure you aren't the Phantom Thief Beauty Group?"
Dawn hurriedly blocked the trio who were about to leave, full of suspicion toward the three people wearing sunglasses and security uniforms.
"Right, I think so too!"
"Of course we aren't, because the Phantom Thief Beauty Group is likely very proud, and there are still five minutes left until 8 o'clock as per the notice!"
"That's right, the Phantom Thief Beauty Group is quite true to their word!"
"They will only make their appearance at the correct time!"
The three of them argued back and forth, almost tricking the two girls.
But... at this critical moment, Brock, the Gym Leader of Pewter Gym, made a fatal judgment.
"If the clock was tampered with and set back by 5 minutes, then the current time is exactly 8 o'clock!"
Under Ash's surprised gaze, Brock made the boldest judgment, offering everyone the most unlikely, yet most plausible line of reasoning.
"This..." The three people in security uniforms started to panic, but before they could blow their own cover, Dawn asked doubtfully.
"Isn't this the plot from an anime? That shouldn't be possible, right!"
Seeing that the three had no reaction, Brock scratched his head in embarrassment, thinking his judgment was wrong.
"Sigh, I have to get up after all!" Ash sighed with some disappointment; he thought Brock would bring a surprise!
Then he looked at the three of them, his eyes gradually becoming sharp, and began to question them loudly, "Stop pretending, Team Rockets, I can tell it's you!"
Not to mention how terrible the Team Rocket Trio's disguise was, their Aura wouldn't lie.
Plus, Matthew happened to appear at this moment, stating that he had no instructions to change the safe, exposing their identities on the spot.
"So you really are the culprits! Who exactly are you?" Dawn shouted, questioning them coldly.
"There's no other way, I hear..."
"Thunder Wave!"
At the same time, without giving the three a chance to summon their Pokémon, a faint and rapid electrical wave was instantly emitted from Pikachu's tail.
It wrapped around the Team Rocket Trio, completely exposing and paralyzing them, giving them no chance to spout nonsense.
"It really is you three again, you guys are nothing but trouble!" Dawn covered her head, feeling quite exhausted.
"Pikachu, Thief!" Looking at the safe box in Meowth's hand, she immediately gave the order to Pikachu.
A gray figure flashed instantly as Pikachu kicked the three of them away, retrieving the safe box at the same time.
"Thanks, Pikachu!" She took the wooden safe box and stroked Pikachu's fluffy head.
"Alright, Thunderbolt to send them off!"
"Pika~chu!" With Pikachu's cry, a brilliant flash of electricity burst out, striking the trio and causing them to scream repeatedly.
At the same time, an explosion rang out, punching through the wooden roof and sending the two humans and two Pokémon of Team Rockets vanishing into the sky.
"I am so grateful to you all!" The Phantom Thief Beauty Group had been easily dealt with by Ash, which made the castle owner, Matthew, overjoyed.
He invited everyone into the mansion to sit, saying he would definitely show his gratitude.
"Thank you, Mr. Matthew!" X3. Ash and the others were not polite about it; after thanking him, they excitedly walked toward the mansion.
Only the famous detective Mabel was dejected, because she hadn't been useful at all the entire time, and she would definitely be scolded by her master later.
"This Pikachu seems off!" Watching the four of them leave, Matthew's expression changed.
As a wealthy landowner, he had traveled and adventured when he was young, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say he was well-experienced.
Pikachu's performance just now was truly eye-catching.
Not only was the power of its Thunderbolt immense, but it also knew the Dark-type move—Thief, which is difficult for ordinary Pikachu to learn, and its Thunder Wave was also quite striking.
He dared to conclude that Pikachu's true strength was extraordinary.
"Should I..." Thinking of this, Matthew, the owner of the castle, harbored a devious thought!