Bottom-tier trainers in the Pokémon world

Meanwhile, a circle of chairs surrounds this large round table.

This forms two circles, one inside and one outside.

If you count carefully, you'll find there are a total of twenty chairs.

Some of them were occupied, while others were empty.

The Hunter's Guild is holding an internal meeting in this huge conference room.

The six people, including Tom Ruchi, represent the six people with the highest authority in the Hunter's Guild, while the twenty chairs on the outer perimeter represent the remaining twenty high-ranking members of the Hunter's Guild.

After Tom Ruchi spoke with a smile, the entire conference room fell into absolute silence.

Even the highest-ranking member who was eating stopped what he was doing.

"What right do you have to speak when you've just taken the highest seat?"

The one who spoke was a man with his feet propped up on the table, deep-set eyes, and a face full of disdain.

His words did garner some approval.

“Our Hunter Guild has always maintained neutrality, remaining aloof from all factions. You are disrupting the balance.”

This time, it was the man with his arms crossed and a serious expression who spoke.

"I don't recommend breaking the rules either."

The elderly man, leaning on his cane and with his head bowed, also expressed his agreement.

Tom Ruchi didn't comment on what they said, but just smiled at the other two.

"Rules or alliances, I'm so sleepy. Are you guys done talking? If you're done, I'm going back to sleep." The lazy, hook-nosed man yawned deeply, looking utterly listless.

"Joining forces? I think it's a good idea. I'm used to being bored anyway, stepping out of my comfort zone is a good thing, hmm..."

The woman eating seemed quite interested, her lips pursed as she held her slender, long fingers.

The top six seats were for discussion, while the twenty seats on the side had no right to interrupt.

However, judging from the current situation, it seems that Tom Ruchi has not yet gained much influence in the Hunter's Guild.

"Hehe—in that case, shall we put this matter on hold for now?"

Tom Ruchi's smile remained unchanged, and he did not show much emotional change because of what others said.

But if someone stares closely into her eyes, they can definitely see the deep-seated, suppressed killing intent in them.

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"You called me here just for this trivial matter?"

Kikuko leaned on her cane, staring at Natsuhiko with wide eyes.

Kikuko was furious that her disciple, whom she rarely had the chance to boast about to her friends, had actually summoned her from the Kanto region just to open a dojo. Kikuko wanted to smash his head open with her cane and see what was inside.

Oh, I forgot I don't have many friends.

But that doesn't stop Kikuko from having such thoughts.

"You didn't even ask what it was about..." Xia Yan muttered under his breath.

"Hmm?" Kikuko glanced at him with a sinister look.

Xia Yan immediately gave an awkward smile.

Although he was Kikuko's disciple, Xia Yan was still somewhat intimidated by this teacher he had taken for granted.

There was nothing she could do; Kikuko was capricious, and despite her advanced age, she had an excellent memory, especially for those who had betrayed her.

"Ahem, teacher, it's not entirely about that, there's also something about the mission." Xia Yan quickly reassured Ju Zi's restless heart.

"Speak!" Kikuko glared at him again, annoyed.

"Teacher, the problem with my identity has been resolved, but I need help. Doesn't your investigation department have any helpers for me?"

Kikuko asked Natsuhiko to infiltrate the Hunter's Guild as an undercover agent for the Alliance. Natsuhiko's request was to use an identity he provided himself. Kikuko had already helped him complete the identity in a while, and the confidentiality level of the identity had been raised to the highest level.

But Xia Yan felt that if he was left to manage the Hunter's Guild all by himself and was required to take on twenty-six seats within a few months, shouldn't he get some help?

Kikuko looked at him as if he were an idiot.

"If I can provide you with help, why don't I just have him do it?"

Xia Yan blinked.

He understands the principles.

After all, if Kikuko were to assign him an overly upright assistant like Watari, things might only get worse sometimes.

To deal with evil people, you need to bring along other evil people.

He had long been prepared to infiltrate alone.

Then why say it like that?

Isn't this just an excuse to "trick" Kikuko into coming here?

The dojo is opening, and the Four Heavenly Kings are showing up to support it. How many cards are there to face?

"Oh right, seeing you suddenly reminded me, is there something you're hiding from me? Hmm?" Kikuko suddenly remembered something.

"How could this be...?"

"Ibrahimovic, the paper."

Kikuko only said two words.

But Xia Yan's expression froze.

"Hehe—well, teacher, I have things to do, you can do whatever you want."

With that, Xia Yan started walking, quickening his pace.

"That brat..." Kikuko said with a laugh.

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The main hall of the dojo.

A large number of people have already gathered there, including many who came because of its reputation, as well as many reporters from various newspapers and websites.

There is actually a newspaper in Suiyi Town, but it's not very well-known.

The rest of the newspaper reporters were...

"Xia Yan."

As Xia Yan entered the hall, Daigo walked up to him with a smile, "How was it? Was the arrangement okay?"

They were all invited by Daigo, a true young master from a wealthy family.

Xia Yan gave a thumbs up.

For Daigo, anything that can be solved with money isn't a problem.

Among the people Xia Yan knew, only Daigo's status allowed him to invite so many reporters from major newspapers and websites.

The opening ceremony of this dojo will begin today.

Of course, besides Daigo, Natsuhiko also invited others.

For example, Wataru, Kona, Cynthia, Daiya, Gosho, Ayuri, Nanami, and others.

These contestants, whom he had become acquainted with at the "Lily of the Valley Youth Competition," have already brought substantial benefits to Xia Yan, not only in the future but also now.

Their support undoubtedly made the opening of the dojo even more noteworthy.

Come to think of it, the fact that they can get the champions from the three regions to come and support them is quite impressive.

Moreover, there are so many future Four Heavenly Kings.

If someone finds the video of Xia Yan's dojo opening ceremony a few years later, they will be extremely shocked by the people who attended the ceremony.

Xia Yan will likely be hailed as... the number one social butterfly in the Pokémon world!

Social butterfly syndrome plus!

"Aren't you dressed in violation of the rules?"

Xia Yan's eyes quickly swept over the group.

Daigo and Watari are one thing.

They had simply changed into a brand new set of clothes, which is what they usually wear.

Although Wataru's cape was a bit too red and eye-catching, and Daigo's suit was a bit too neat and adorned with too many sparkling diamonds, it was still within acceptable limits.

But Kona, you've gone too far.

What kind of black stockings should I wear?

Don't you know why the reporters took all the photos crooked?

And Cynthia.

The neckline of your dress is a bit too low!

So dark skin... Ugh! And such white clothes...

In short, this is outrageous!

Nanami was more reliable; she only wore a very short skirt.

"Didn't you ask us to come and support you, Senior Xia Yan?" Kona said with a smile, adjusting her glasses.

Cynthia also smiled, covering her mouth with her eyes crinkling.

"The problem is, with you all dressed like this, who will even notice me, the owner of this establishment?" Xia Yan looked down at himself.

Kikuna also ordered a black tuxedo for him that was similar to the previous one.

But standing next to these girls, she seemed somewhat overshadowed.

To be fair, these friends really put in a good show, dressing up for the occasion.