Bottom-tier trainers in the Pokémon world

even.

Sakaki also kept his promise.

He killed Bishas, ​​and then handed over the position of the highest-ranking officer that originally belonged to Bishas to him.

All signs indicate that...

Sakaki learned his identity.

Not only did they not intend to get rid of him, they even seemed to be giving him strong support.

I thought about it for a while.

Xia Yancai breathed a sigh of relief.

"Forget it, I can't figure out his purpose for now. But one thing is certain: Sakaki will train me and spare no effort, and his purpose is definitely for something. Until I help him accomplish something, I am absolutely safe."

He wouldn't care even if someone revealed something to him in front of Sakaki, but if it were after that matter was accomplished...

"Therefore, strength is the most important thing."

If he can seize the present moment and take advantage of the help Giovanni provides to improve his own strength to a certain level, even if Giovanni turns against him in the future, he will have the means to protect himself.

Increase strength.

This is the direction you absolutely cannot go wrong.

Once he was certain that he would be safe for the time being, and that he no longer needed to be so cautious when facing Sakaki, Xia Yan noticed the advantageous aspect of the situation for him.

The league's resources and support, the Rockets' resources and support

With support from both sides, it will provide a great deal of assistance.

Abbreviation: Has connections in both the legal and illegal worlds.

but.

This caused Xia Yan, who had already stepped into the realm of Elite Four trainer and was subconsciously starting to relax, to tense up again.

We need to gain enough power before Sakaki turns against us.

To be able to compete with the Rockets, one must at least ensure that they have the ability to escape.

Think these things through.

Xia Yan felt the pressure again.

But it was precisely because of the pressure that he gained enough motivation to go out again.

He carefully tucked the book into his arms.

Xia Yan took out his communicator and dialed a number.

"Yan Xia, the cadre?"

A slightly puzzled voice came from the phone.

"Hmm." Xia Yan responded calmly at first, then slowly said:

"I need some books on training Psychic-type Pokémon, as well as some research materials on Psychic-related projects."

"Huh?"

The real bird's voice revealed surprise.

After thinking for a moment, he replied:

"Books on training Psychic-type Pokémon aren't difficult to find, but information on Psychic-type Pokémon research projects... that..."

“Give it to him.”

A deep and resonant voice came from the side.

It's Sakaki!

Xia Yan's heart trembled.

However, after hearing Sakaki's answer, Natsuhiko inexplicably smiled.

really.

Now that they've already been discovered, and Sakaki doesn't seem inclined to expose them, Xia Yan would feel he'd be letting himself down if he didn't take advantage of Team Rocket's resources after all the fright he'd just experienced.

"Oh, oh oh!"

The bird quickly replied.

He immediately hung up the phone.

enough.

Not only did they get what they wanted, but they also further solidified Giovanni's attitude.

Rockets base.

Sakagi, sitting in the shadows behind his desk, gently stroked the cat beside him.

In a hazy state.

A wry smile slowly spread across his face.

"This little guy is quite adept at climbing up any pole."

There was not a trace of anger in Sakaki's voice; in fact, it even carried a hint of mocking laughter.

"But it's fine this way."

As he spoke, he glanced sideways at the lazy cat boss beside him and said softly:

"This proves I wasn't wrong about him. And his personality and behavior also indicate there's still a lot of room for maneuver, don't you think?"

"Meow"

The cat stretched and nuzzled its head against Sakaki's palm.

Sakaki pointed out Natsuhiko's problem, but didn't elaborate.

Xia Yan understood the crux of the matter, but he didn't reveal it either. Instead, he sent a signal to Sakaki by requesting information.

A tacit understanding was thus established between Xia Yan and Sakaki.

As for how long this tacit understanding can last.

Xia Yan believes that he should still have time to struggle.

But in Sakaki's opinion

His gaze was fixed straight ahead, but it seemed not to fall on the wall in front of him, but rather on the unknown but endless future.

"Who knows?"

Sakaki's low laughter came from behind.

Zhenxin Town.

Dr. Oki's Research Institute.

The sun is westward.

The afterglow of the setting sun shone on the lush green hillside, adding a touch of crimson to the whole world.

The enormous windmills turned slowly in the gentle evening breeze, exuding tranquility and peace.

Xia Yan arrived in Pallet Town before sunset and met Professor Oak, the instant noodle expert.

"Xia Yan, want a bowl? My instant noodles are the best."

Who would have thought that Professor Oak, a world-renowned Pokémon researcher, could only survive on instant noodles every day?

It's no wonder that Professor Oak's family and Ash's family have such a good relationship.

Because of Ash's mother, Hanako.

His cooking skills are exceptional.

However, most of the time, Professor Oak is busy with other things and just eats a quick meal of instant noodles before throwing himself back into his research.

"Okay."

Xia Yan didn't stand on ceremony and pulled up a chair to sit next to Professor Oak's research table.

Watching them skillfully tear open the packaging, pour in the seasonings, and then add boiling water in one smooth motion.

The movements cannot be described as skilled, but rather quite skilled.

The two of them sat on the steps in the backyard of Professor Oak's lab.

While watching the sun slowly set and the children playing on the grass, they each slurped up their instant noodles.

Instant noodles.

It smells delicious, but the taste is far less appealing than the aroma.

"By the way, Xia Yan, where's your Sylveon? Summon it quickly."

As Professor Oak was enjoying his instant noodles with satisfaction, he suddenly remembered one of the main reasons he had called Natsuhiko over.

"Buyi"

In the red light, Sylveon was summoned by Xia Yan.

She stretched lazily, the snow-white silk fluttering gently in the evening breeze.

Professor Oak's eyes lit up the moment he saw Sylveon.

He didn't even bother with the instant noodles he hadn't finished eating, casually placing them on the steps and picking up a magnifying glass to examine them.

"Buyi?"

Sylveon looked at the old man who approached her with a look of disgust, his mouth still covered in grease.

Instead of doing as he wished, with a few light steps, he bypassed Professor Oak and ran to Xia Yan's side.

The silk was tightly wrapped around Xia Yan's arm.

He stared warily at Professor Oak.

"Buyi"