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After a brief introduction and pleasantries, Mayor Zhou arranged an informal dinner.

The conversation quickly shifted from mere pleasantries to concrete plans for the development of Pokémon in Chengdu.

Lin Dao, Shen Yu'er, Mayor Zhou, and several officials had a preliminary and pragmatic exchange on issues such as the future development of Chengdu as a "Pokémon-friendly tourist city," the pilot project of "Pokémon-assisted specialty agriculture/forestry," the network layout of "Trainer Service Centers," and how to make good use of the geographical advantage of "New City Gateway" to develop supporting service industries and logistics transit.

Mayor Zhou and several officials listened attentively, holding notebooks or tablets, and occasionally asked specific questions, clearly having come prepared.

After the banquet, Mayor Zhou went a step further and earnestly asked Lin Dao if he could take some time before leaving Chengdu to give face-to-face guidance to the "Rongcheng Hope Stars" he had brought with him.

Faced with this mayor who was "thick-skinned and warm-hearted" for the city's development, and the earnest expectations in the eyes of several young trainers, Lin Dao really couldn't refuse.

So, early the next morning, the group arrived at a newly renovated standard arena in the Rongcheng Sports Center.

This area is temporarily closed to the public and is quiet.

Lin Daorang for the five trainers to send out their partners in turn: Panic! (Zuo Meimei), Pidgeotto (Qin Chaoyang), Scyther (Cheng Lin), Mightyena (Liu Yu), and Baby Ding (Wen Jiaojiao).

Instead of immediately teaching him how to battle, he first carefully observed the status, habits, and interaction patterns of each Pokémon with its trainer, and then, based on the scanning data from Arceus's phone, gave him highly targeted advice.

He told Zuo Meimei, "Naughty Panda's potential lies in its dual Dark and Fighting types. The trust between you and it is your greatest advantage. Don't rush to evolve it; solidify this bond first."

"After you've mastered the moves you already know, you can try learning from Pokémon that know Fire Punch, Ice Punch, etc. Also, you need to practice Taunt a lot, as it can not only help you deal with many situations, but also replenish the Dark-type energy needed for future evolution."

After Qin Chaoyang understood that he preferred to be a helper to society.

"Pidgey's speed and aerial advantage are your core strengths. In addition to continuing to improve Quick Attack, variations like Tailwind and Feather Dance are also more to your liking. You should also start consciously training its stamina and high-altitude scouting and lock-on abilities."

"In the future, you could consider developing a career as a forest ranger. You would need to pay more attention to your physical training, because Pidgeot, the evolved form of Pidgeotto, can be ridden and can easily reach speeds of Mach 2."

To Cheng Lin: "The Scyther is a pure warrior, seeking a one-hit kill. Your style matches it well. But be careful, extreme strength is easily broken. While enhancing the power of 'Combo Slash' and 'Cross Scissors,' you must start practicing 'Shadow Clone' and 'High Speed ​​Movement' to improve your survivability and mobility."

"Also, keep an eye on the metal shield and prepare for its future evolution. (Lin Dao even doubts whether the Black Stone Pokémon world where Scizor evolves still exists.)"

The author adopts a more direct approach towards Liu Yu: "The Great Wolfhound's 'Intimidate' ability complements your fighting spirit. Its physical attack is good, but its speed and defense are weaknesses."

During training, focus on enhancing the power and control of close-range moves like Crunch, Fire Fang, and Sucker Punch. You must also learn moves like Protect, Double Team, and Dig to compensate for weaknesses in defense or close-range combat. Remember, the Mightyena trusts you; seize the opportunities that come your way.

Lin Dao's advice to Wen Jiaojiao and her baby Ding was the gentlest and most unique: "Jiaojiao, you don't need to force yourself to become extroverted. The baby Ding chose you, perhaps because he likes your gentleness and thoughtfulness."

"Your strength lies not in direct attacks, but in 'support' and 'control'. You can study Baby Ding's 'singing' (you need to pay attention to this), 'charm voice' and even 'serial slaps' (Baby Ding waved his little fist knowingly) and how to use them in different battle situations to become an indispensable 'rhythm controller' in the team."

Lin Dao's insightful and easy-to-understand guidance also included brief, adaptive battles or demonstrations between Pikachu and Arcanine (within a controllable range) and these Pokémon, allowing them to intuitively experience the differences in tactical styles and energy levels.

This enlightened the young trainers, and even the shyest Wen Jiaojiao's eyes began to sparkle with thoughtful light.

Baby Ding seemed quite pleased with the title "Rhythm Master," raising his little head and patting Wen Jiaojiao, indicating that "this teacher has good taste, you should learn from her."

I thought that would be the end of it, but in the next two days, Mayor Zhou fully demonstrated his "hostly hospitality" and "holdout spirit".

He took Lin Dao and Shen Yu'er on a whirlwind tour of several Pokémon-related projects under construction or renovation in Chengdu.

From a new type of bus hub that integrates tree and fruit greenery to a community center equipped with a Pokémon-themed care room; from a large indoor battle club converted from an abandoned factory to an ecological hiking corridor connected to the surrounding forest buffer zone...

At each location, Mayor Zhou would introduce the plans and demonstrate the progress in great detail, then look expectantly at Lin Dao, hoping he could offer some "opinions".

Lin Dao knew that the mayor was determined to seize the last "gap period" before the full launch of New Edge City, and try to gain as many advantages as possible for Rongcheng in terms of "advanced planning" and the influence of "celebrity endorsement" so that it could occupy a more favorable position in future regional development and make Rongcheng an important gateway and hub to New Edge City and even the entire Pokémon era.

During the visit, Mayor Zhou even "smuggled in his own agenda," arranging for Lin Dao to "casually" visit the Chengdu government's "Newcomer Trainer Preparation Camp," where Lin Dao gave a brief impromptu motivational speech and answered questions for hundreds of aspiring young people.

Looking at the enthusiastic gazes from below the stage, Lin Dao really couldn't refuse.

After being "warmly entertained" and "fully utilized" for three whole days, Mayor Zhou finally saw Lin Dao and Shen Yu'er off in the hovercar bound for Xinyuan City, satisfied yet with a touch of reluctance.

"Mr. Lin, Mr. Shen, Chengdu will always welcome you! Please feel free to ask if you need anything!"

Mayor Zhou waved from outside the car window, his face showing genuine gratitude and anticipation.

"I also wish Xinyuan City great success, and I hope we can stay in touch and cooperate for mutual benefit!"

The vehicle started and drove away from Chengdu.

Shen Yu'er handed over a bottle of water and said with a smile, "Mayor Zhou's enthusiasm... truly befits someone who can compete with Sister Zhao and Professor Wang Nianhao for Pokémon."

Lin Dao took the water, shook his head helplessly, but there was a smile in his eyes.

"Yes. However, having such a local official is a blessing for Chengdu and a stroke of luck for this era. But... next time I come, I'll have to be smarter and prepare an 'anti-harassment' plan in advance."

Lin Dao looked in the direction the hovercar had gone, grabbed Pikachu who was playing with two foam squirrels inside the car, and rubbed its cheek.

"Although I'm a bit tired, seeing so many people working hard and seeing real changes happening makes me feel... really good."