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"What exactly is Ash's Venomous Touch move?"
On the way to Goldenrod City, Elesa couldn't help but ask about the mysterious skill Ash had permitted her to use. Misty, Trace, Brock, and Yellow all pricked up their ears, eager for an explanation.
"Venomous Touch? It's designed specifically to eliminate threats."
"E-eliminate...?" Misty stammered.
"Exactly," Ash replied calmly. "You already know my expertise in medicine extends to toxicology. I spent years collecting venom from various sources—Alolan Salazzle and Salandit were particularly crucial. After blending, diluting, and testing these poisons on Poison-type Pokémon to build their immunity, I perfected the technique. Venomous Touch forces the target into a lethal toxic state. At full power, it can even corrode flesh."
"Wait... Poison-type Pokémon... Does that mean...?" Brock glanced at Dawn, realization dawning.
"Correct," Ash nodded. "My Poison-types are the final safeguard. No one expects the most dangerous protection to remain hidden in plain sight."
At Ash's home, an Arbok slid a small orb toward Haunter.
"Chhh... Arbok..."
"You want me to absorb the venom in this thing? Got it. But what even is this? Feels... dangerous."
"Chh!"
"Fine. Though I wonder how Ash cooked up such a nasty trick." Haunter swallowed the orb, its body shimmering as it assimilated the toxin.
The Arbok slithered away silently. Its sole purpose today was to deliver the refined venom capsule. Normally, it stayed concealed, guarding the household from shadows. Enhanced by Ash's specialized toxins, this Arbok's venom could incapacitate even Legendary-tier Pokémon. It and its kin served as Ash's ultimate defense, eliminating any foolhardy intruders who dared threaten his family.
"Mr. Arbok, I followed Ash's recipe to make this roasted Ratatta. Hope you like it."
"Chh... Arbok!"
The Arbok devoured Xiao Zi's offering, flicking its tongue in approval.
"Thank you for dealing with those intruders earlier," Xiao Zi added with a grateful smile.
The Arbok dipped its head. It knew Delia and Xiao Zi were aware of its covert operations—their silent approval reflected both trust in Ash and faith in its judgment. Few would dare let such a lethal creature roam freely, but Ash's household was no ordinary place.
Delia might seem carefree, but she understood the dangers her son's success invited. Countless factions sought to kidnap her for leverage, though none dared assault Pallet Town outright. Their scouts, however, often ended as fertilizer for the backyard hills.
"Chh... Arbok!"
"Huh? What does Mr. Arbok mean, Haunter?"
"Oh, he wants one of his offspring to hide in your sleeve for added protection."
"Chh!" The Arbok confirmed.
Xiao Zi chuckled. "In that case, thank you, Mr. Arbok."
A tiny Ekans slithered up her arm and vanished into her clothing. Xiao Zi didn't flinch—having lived through perilous times herself, she welcomed the extra security. In her past life, only Ash (as Sir Aaron) and Lucario had shielded her from constant attacks.
"I'll take good care of her."
"Chh!"
Satisfied, the Arbok melted back into the shadows, ready to strike again. Its mission was clear: eradicate anyone threatening Delia or Xiao Zi. For Ash's family, the serpent's fangs would never rest.
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