I'm live-streaming Pokémon science popularization on New World.

After the public outcry triggered by the live stream gradually subsided, the official follow-up measures were swift and effective.

An order was issued to all major online platforms: Without special authorization, any individual or organization is strictly prohibited from publishing live streams or short videos on the theme of "exploring the wild and encountering Pokémon".

This directly blocked many people's attempt to "take a gamble" and ride the wave of popularity, reducing new accidents caused by blind imitation at the source.

At the same time, the official propaganda machine was fully activated, and the "Urban Transportation Recovery Plan" became the new headline hot topic.

Media outlets at all levels are reporting daily on the progress of major cities in clearing main roads, restoring some bus routes, and restarting urban and intercity rail transit.

These concrete pieces of news quickly diverted the public's long-suppressed attention.

Social emotions, suppressed for months by disaster and lockdown, found a relatively safe and urgent outlet: the desire to restore normal flow.

People are eagerly discussing the reopening schedule of their cities, planning to visit relatives, take short trips, or even just visit neighboring cities as soon as possible.

This surge in travel has made Chengdu, especially where the forest road is located, the focus of national attention and the first choice for many people to visit after the lockdown was lifted.

Faced with a sudden increase in tourism expectations, pressure to ensure supplies, and potential safety management challenges, the Chengdu Municipal Government is experiencing both pain and joy. It has urgently convened several coordination meetings to prepare for the possible influx of "Pokémon-loving tourists."

Lin Dao and Li Hao have not disappeared from the public eye. Their regular nightly live Q&A sessions have become an important window for them to maintain direct communication with the public and continuously build public awareness.

They insisted on doing a one-hour live stream every night to answer the flood of questions from viewers.

Among them, the questions "When will the new city start construction?" and "How exactly can one become a trainer?" almost always occupy the top two spots on the question list, and are asked repeatedly every day.

Faced with an overwhelming thirst for knowledge, Lin Dao felt that his personal strength was limited.

After emergency consultations with officials, he launched a "hardcore" solution:

Every morning at eight o'clock, a regular program called "Pokémon Knowledge Classroom" is broadcast on the news channel, and even schools have been instructed to watch it during morning classes.

The content is prepared by Lin Dao one day in advance, including core knowledge points and video materials, and is systematically explained by professional announcers and special guests (currently Li Hao).

From basic Pokémon classification and common species habits to preliminary safe interaction guidelines and trainer ethics, the content progresses from simple to complex.

This initiative can be described as a "national project for knowledge dissemination," and its effects are immediate.

Lin Dao, facing the massive amount of data generated with the assistance of the Arceus mobile phone, which required further review and "localization" interpretation by him, once again experienced the "pain" of being dominated by papers and PPTs in the past. However, seeing his points steadily increase due to the large-scale systematic dissemination of knowledge, he felt that it was all worth it.

However, this change has also brought unexpected positive effects. Many people who realized that this knowledge might be related to future opportunities have set alarms and are now watching TV or using their phones to start their "early morning classes".

A nationwide craze for learning about Pokémon has quietly begun.

After the agreement with the government was officially signed, Lin Dao received a considerable amount of start-up capital.

He immediately discussed with Li Hao and turned off the tipping function in the live stream.

"Our goal is not to become internet celebrities and make money from it, but to build a platform," Lin Dao told Li Hao.

"Future benefits should come from more sustainable and constructive directions."

Li Hao fully supported this and officially joined the "Pokémon Culture Communication and Development Group", becoming the third official employee after Lin Dao (Chairman) and Shen Yu'er (CEO).

Shen Yu'er then entered a state of high-speed operation.

After gaining a preliminary understanding of the technical framework and future vision provided by Lindao, she demonstrated remarkable competence and execution ability.

During the day, she shuttles between various departments, coordinating land use approvals, policy support, and talent recruitment, and quickly establishing the group's organizational structure and rules and regulations.

In the evening, she studied more information that Lin Dao had sent over, selected priority projects that Lin Dao had specifically pointed out, recruited experienced animation production teams, and looked for core developers for the "game project" that was planned for the future and aimed at making Pokémon culture more accessible.

She understands that the long-term impact of the soft export of cultural products is no less than that of any hard technology.

Amidst this tense yet orderly rhythm, one morning, Lin Dao had just stepped out of his hotel, preparing to head to the Ministry of Science and Technology to discuss another set of newly "exchanged" documents on the fundamental principles of room-temperature superconducting semiconductors, when a familiar figure blocked his car.

It was Ye Aiguo.

The secretary of the military commander still stood upright, but there seemed to be a bit more solemn between his brows.

"Mr. Lin, it's been a long time."

Ye Aiguo stepped forward, gave a standard military salute, and spoke respectfully and directly.

"I apologize for bothering you today, but the military has some urgent and important issues that we would like to discuss with you."

"Your academic conference today has been postponed by your superiors."

He Zhong quickly went to the side and made a low call to confirm. After a moment, he returned and nodded slightly to Lin Dao.

"The arrangements have been adjusted, Mr. Lin. This request from the military is of very high priority."

Looking at the undeniable sincerity in Ye Aiguo's eyes, Lin Dao knew that unless faced with a real problem, he would not easily resort to this kind of "interception" invitation.

He nodded: "Secretary Ye, you're too kind. Let's go."

The vehicle drove out of the city and sped towards the southwestern military base on the outskirts of Chengdu.

About an hour later, after passing through layers of checkpoints, they arrived at a heavily guarded command post building.

Zhang Jiye was already waiting at the door with several high-ranking military officers.

"Mr. Lin!" Zhang Jiye strode forward, grasped Lin Dao's hand firmly, and said with sincere emotion.

"You're such a busy person these days, getting a meeting with you is more complicated than deploying troops in a war! I'm the closest place to you, and my application only got approved today!"

Lin Dao could feel the strength of the other person's hand and the urgency in their words, and smiled.

"You flatter me, it's all about important matters. Please tell me if there's anything I can do to help."

Zhang Jiye didn't stand on ceremony and led Lin Dao quickly into the building.

"The situation is a bit tricky, and we need your expertise as an 'otherworldly expert' to take a look. Let's talk in the conference room."

The conference room was simple and austere, with a huge electronic screen already lit up.

Besides Zhang Jiye and Ye Aiguo, there were several other officers with composed demeanors present. They nodded to Lin Dao, their eyes filled with scrutiny and expectation.

Without much small talk, Zhang Jiye gestured to a combat staff officer to play a video.

The footage was clearly taken by a high-altitude drone or reconnaissance satellite, and the location appears to be a barren desert or hilly area.

Below, a well-equipped ground force is deploying in attack formation, with tanks and armored vehicles flashing their guns, and armed helicopters circling overhead providing fire support.

Their target was a dark blue figure in the distance.

It was a Pokémon with a striking appearance: its torso was mostly dark blue, its streamlined body exuded power, its abdomen was bright red and extended to its jaw, and there was a striking golden diamond-shaped structure at the lower end of its abdomen.

Its most peculiar feature is its head, which is shaped like a hammerhead shark and has sharp, piercing eyes.

"Garuda..." Lin Dao murmured its name.