Unique Perspective and Strengthening Conqueror's Haki

[Hello, Miss Yamato. This is your 198th challenge. Are you ready to fail again?]

It was the same familiar figure, Cynthia, but this was just an AI with the same face. Still, those words…

"You don't need to specifically mention the number of times! And there's no need to assume I'll fail! I'm not the same as back then, okay?"

"You've said that over a hundred times before, I don't think it holds much value."

"Damn it, I'm going to protest to Dad! Tell him to not give you such a high level of intelligence!"

There was no response to that. After all, this was an AI devoid of personal emotions. Yamato's words seemed to exceed its processing capability.

Just like the previous times, Yamato found herself entering a battlefield where a war was about to happen.

This time, she didn't wander aimlessly. Instead, she took some time to experience life in ancient Unova. Through countless trials, she had gradually uncovered the secrets of this trial space.

Although it is fake, everything here feels real, except that one cannot truly die. One can still feel pain and taste the deliciousness of food, and there is always a buffer period before each trial.

Over the past hundred attempts, she had tried to interact with the local forces. But it was meaningless. The conflict between the two brothers was irreconcilable, rooted in fundamental ideological differences. Even if she could force them to stop their war, the enraged twin dragons would not stop.

If viewed as a game, the requirement to clear it was to prevent Unova's destruction.

To resolve this situation, the best way is to obtain the recognition of both dragons at the same time. The choice presented is just an illusion; no matter which side she helps, the aftermath of the battle will still lead to Unova's destruction.

Yamato eventually uncovered the bug in this choice. However, she chose an even more unconventional path. Instead of trying to earn both dragons' recognition, she decided to defeat them both, treating it as a special kind of battle.

So when the fight began, she didn't join either side. Instead, she tried to use force to make the twin dragons stop.

"Zekrom, do you regret your choice back then?"

Both Zekrom and Reshiram were watching the events in this space, including Yamato's changes.

"To think she wants to defeat both of us simultaneously. Is this naivety also something you approve of?"

"You've seen her determination. She's striving for her dreams. Defeat both of us simultaneously, or stop our battle—why wouldn't that be considered a noble ideal?"

"If she truly manages to achieve this, what's wrong with that?"

Zekrom countered Reshiram's words. In terms of actions, he also didn't think Yamato could succeed. However, in terms of ideology, he also did not agree with Reshiram's idea of simply dismissing it.

"You're still so naive. Unrealistic ideals can never come true."

"Heh, a reality without dreams will only become hollow. Strip the world of ideals, and reality becomes the cruelest blade. Progress will halt, emotions will wither, and everything will eventually collapse upon itself."

The dragons' argument went on for an unknown length of time, but neither was able to convince the other. Whether in words or in strength, they were locked in a strange equilibrium.

…..

Hours later, Yamato opened her eyes again. Her expression revealed that she had failed, yet there was something else she had gained—an unusual Haki coiled around her arms. It wasn't Armament Haki but her Conqueror's Haki.

Conqueror's Haki is innate and cannot grow stronger through training—or so it was commonly believed in this world. However, through battles in the trial space, Yamato had discovered something peculiar.

After dozens of grueling attempts, her Conqueror's Haki seemed to have grown stronger. Even if the improvement was slight, it was undeniably an enhancement compared to before.

While Armament Haki and Observation Haki could be strengthened through physical training, Haki itself was deeply tied to one's mind, in particular, Conqueror's Haki. To strengthen Conqueror's Haki, one needed to temper not the body, but the spirit and mind.

Training can hone one's willpower, but willpower is merely human persistence, and not strength at spiritual level. However, Arceus' trial space can address it.

The special space is unrelated to the physical body; it trains the mind and has indirectly become the only means to slowly enhance Conqueror's Haki at present.

Yamato initially came here with a bit of a vacation mindset, but she never slacked off during the process, finding various ways to train herself.

Beyond intimidating weaker opponents, Conqueror's Haki has another application: imbuing it into attacks. Similar to Armament Haki, it can be attached to weapons to increase their destructive power.

However, for most people, the maximum potential of their Conqueror's Haki is determined at birth. Yamato, though, had the opportunity to break through that limit.

"This is so hard… Could it be that using reason to persuade them both is the only way?"

Zekrom and Reshiram, at their full strength, were overwhelmingly powerful. For Yamato, just intervening in their battle was challenging enough, let alone trying to control the aftermath of their clash.

If combat doesn't work, then perhaps she needed to try a different approach.

Unsure of what else to do, she began considering the idea of seeking outside help.

"Diancie, do you have any suggestions?"

"No, I don't have any solutions for this either."

"Hmm… Let me think…it has been a while since Robin returned. Maybe she'll have some ideas?"

Though Yamato phrased it as a question, her body had already acted. She picked up her Rotom Phone, located Robin's contact, and dialed her number.

...

At that moment, the Rotom on Robin discreetly scanned the surroundings to ensure there was nothing unusual before vibrating to signal the incoming call.

"One moment, please."

She glanced at the man and woman standing before her and, without any worries, pulled out her Rotom Phone. She even answered it in their presence.

"Yo, Robin. Long time no see."

"Long time no see. Is something the matter?"

"It's not a big deal, just wanted to discuss something. Are you busy? If so, I can call back later."

One advantage of having Rotom reside in the Rotom Phone is that it doesn't ring at critical moments. If it chooses to vibrate, it means Robin is dealing with everyday trivial matters. If she were in the middle of an important operation, Rotom would remain silent.

"Alright, let's continue."

Seeing Yamato hang up, Robin turned her attention back to Princess Vivi and Igaram, who were discussing a special matter with her.

"I know this is a bit inappropriate, since you're not part of this kingdom. But your knowledge could be a great help to us, so...I want to ask bluntly, Miss Robin, would you be willing to join us in a somewhat risky operation?"

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