Of course, in Natsuhiko's view, this is definitely an activity that can train superpower control.
"By the way, you mentioned earlier that the Commerce Association wants to invest in the construction of Shenhe Town? What exactly are they planning to invest in?"
Hilona snapped back to reality.
After thinking for a moment, she said, "Development of the ruins, excavation of historical documents, and the construction of Grandma's research facility..."
Just hearing these points, Natsuhiko confirmed Chi Ri and their intentions.
"Tell me more about this Commerce Association, it's always good to know one's opponent."
"Alright..."
Then Hilona stood outside the kitchen, telling Natsuhiko what she knew about "Sinnoh Commerce Association."
...
...
The next day.
Behind Shenhe Town.
Close to the other side of Celestial Crown Mountain.
What unfolded before Natsuhiko's eyes was a vast expanse of ruins.
Of course, it was the kind that had already been fully excavated.
But traces of history could still be seen from these ruins.
And at the end of these scattered ruins lay a small shrine.
The interior of the shrine was connected to the interior of Celestial Crown Mountain.
A verdant path lay between them, leading Hilona and Natsuhiko to this seemingly old shrine.
The words "Shenhe Shrine," strong and forceful, were engraved above the shrine.
"Is this the place you wanted to bring me to?" Natsuhiko looked at the weathered shrine.
In the not-too-distant future, this shrine might become Shenhe Town's History Museum, right?
"Mm." Hilona nodded vaguely.
She pushed the door open.
Squeak—
The wooden door was obviously quite old, and the friction between the wood pieces produced a sharp creaking sound accompanied by falling dust and wood shavings from above.
Natsuhiko truly wondered if a strong wind would completely blow this place down.
But seeing Hilona's calm demeanor, Natsuhiko followed her inside.
The lighting inside wasn't great.
But as if by some special sense, with their entrance, lanterns hanging on the walls and pillars lit up.
The dim yellow light illuminated a dark, long corridor.
Tap, tap, tap...
With each step Hilona took, her leather shoes clattered against the wooden floor, echoing in the rather narrow corridor.
Natsuhiko followed her quietly.
Hilona remained silent, and Natsuhiko wisely chose not to speak.
They walked for what seemed like ages.
Natsuhiko guessed they must have gone nearly a thousand meters deep into Celestial Crown Mountain.
Finally.
After continuing for about five more minutes, they reached the end of the corridor.
At the end of this corridor was a spacious area.
There was nothing else inside.
But there were several sculptures.
By chance, Natsuhiko recognized all of these sculptures!
"Palkia, Dialga, Lake Gods..."
Staring dumbfoundedly at these vividly carved and ancient sculptures, Natsuhiko murmured their names.
At the forefront were three larger sculptures, one of which was missing from its stone pedestal, while the other two were Palkia and Dialga.
There were also three smaller sculptures, depicting the legendary trio of Lake Gods.
Azelf, the "God of Will" Natsuhiko had previously encountered, was one of them.
Looking at the damage on the ruined sculpture, it's easy to guess that it must have been Giratina, the "Nether King Dragon."
This!
Is where Shenhe Town's truly complete historical relics are preserved!