Bottom-tier trainers in the Pokémon world

Normally, not many PhDs attend the awarding ceremony.

But because tomorrow is the academic conference, many well-known PhDs from most regions have come.

The league really gave Sakuragi a lot of support.

to the end.

The one stepping onto the stage is none other than Professor Oak, the unparalleled authority in the Pokémon world today!

Professor Oak was quite witty, and he started by telling two incredibly lame jokes.

It almost extinguished the enthusiasm of the audience.

Fortunately, most people knew Professor Oak's reputation as the "King of Jokes," so they still gave him a round of applause.

Professor Oak didn't step down after taking the stage.

Amid thunderous applause, Sakuragi, dressed in a sharp suit and with his hair neatly combed, stepped onto the stage at the host's invitation.

You know what?

When Sakuragi isn't sloppy, he's actually quite handsome.

The fact that Professor Oak awarded Sakuragi his doctorate was undoubtedly an absolute recognition of his abilities and status.

This is the end.

The Kanto region has gained another remarkable Pokémon studies professor, and the entire Pokémon world has gained another pioneering research expert.

Professor Oak stepped aside and gave his seat to Sakuragi.

Sakuragi took out a piece of paper from his pocket and, strictly following the instructions on the paper, thanked a large number of people from beginning to end.

Seeing this, everyone smiled knowingly.

Xia Yan couldn't help but grin.

He knew without even thinking that Kikuna had compiled this list of thanks for Sakuragi.

After thanking everyone, big and small, Sakuragi breathed a sigh of relief.

Then he officially began his speech.

From small-scale research he conducted when he was younger, to the inspiration he gained from it.

His research has made outstanding contributions to the entire Pokémon world, including the "intimacy" project he worked on with Xia Yan.

And it's unclear whether Sakuragi mentioned the name "Dodo" intentionally or unintentionally on several occasions.

While looking at Sakuragi, Xia Yan kept glancing at Wataru out of the corner of his eye, but thankfully Wataru didn't seem to notice anything.

Because the alliance made a big scene this time, and many PhDs were present, there were also a large number of reporters on site to take pictures of the conferment ceremony.

The various stories, big and small, that Sakuragi told helped many people who were watching TV or using their computers to quickly make their own decisions about whether to become a trainer or a researcher.

This can also be seen as a ceremony in which Sakuragi imparts his experience.

"...Therefore, I hope that if you have any thoughts or opinions, you are welcome to express them, regardless of whether they are right or wrong, or the outcome. What matters is the process of seeking the truth!"

There is never absolute truth, only truth that we get closer to. And while we, as a group, may not arrive at the final, completely accurate conclusion, we can serve as paving stones on the path of exploration.

Regardless of size, a stone serves the same purpose!

Sakuragi's final words resonated with many of the doctoral students and researchers present.

Amidst another round of applause.

Sakuragi's investiture ceremony is now essentially over.

But Sakuragi remained standing on the stage, instead focusing his gaze on the corner where Natsuhiko and the others were.

Noticing his gaze, Xia Yan pursed his lips.

Daigo and Cynthia also smiled and turned their gazes to Natsuhiko.

Wataru and Kona noticed their actions and looked at Natsuhiko with a puzzled expression.

What rhythm?

As the applause subsided, Sakuragi spoke again.

"Since everyone is here today, I'd like to introduce you to one of my good friends. He is the young man I just mentioned, who is the most typical example of someone who puts forward his own views and opinions, and these views and opinions have now brought considerable benefits to the entire Elf World."

After saying that, Sakuragi nodded to Natsuhiko.

“Go, Xia Yan,” Shirona said softly.

"Go quickly," Daigo said.

Wataru, Kona, and Tsubaki: "???"

Xia Yan took another deep breath, stood up, buttoned up his blazer, and adjusted his hat.

to be frank.

Xia Yan had never been nervous during the "Lily of the Valley Youth Competition," but he was a little unaccustomed to it at this moment.

As Xia Yan slowly stood up, Du and Xiao Chun exchanged a glance.

What do you mean?

Kona's eyes gleamed with a strange light.

She silently pushed up her glasses, as if she understood something.

I was quite surprised as I watched Xia Yan's retreating figure.

Senior Xia Yan...

He walked slowly toward the stage.

At this moment, everyone's eyes were on him.

Most of them looked puzzled.

They did know Natsuhiko, the runner-up of the "Lily of the Valley Youth Tournament" and the gym leader of Random Town in the Sinnoh region.

He is considered one of the top trainers among the younger generation.

But that's a trainer, what does that have to do with Sakuragi?

Of course, some people saw the comment Sakuragi left under Natsuhiko's paper three days ago, and when they thought about Sakuragi's behavior, they couldn't help but feel a little breathless.

It's him? !

Xia Yan walked onto the stage.

"Don't be nervous. Although Sakuragi has made a big fuss, it will benefit you greatly."

As he walked past Professor Oak, Professor Oak gently patted him on the back.

Xia Yan nodded silently.

nervous?

It's alright, just a little hard to get used to.

He came to Sakuragi's side.

Sakuragi patted him on the shoulder in encouragement, his eyes questioning him.

Who will release this information?

Xia Yan slowly exhaled, a smile appearing on his face.

Once he stepped onto the stage, he calmed down.

He strode up to the microphone and bent down slightly.

After a brief silence.

"...I'm sorry for taking up some public resources and everyone's time. It's not a big deal, but I really couldn't go against Mr. Sakuragi's wishes."

He gave a brief explanation before saying, "I am Xia Yan, I am... 'Dodo Bird'."

Dodo?

What is this name?

and many more.

A dodo?!

The entire room fell silent.

The next second, however, there was an uproar.

It wasn't that they were surprised by the papers that were published.

Although he is very capable, among all the PhDs present, who is not more capable than him?

What truly surprised them was Xia Yan's age!

He's only a teenager, right?

What are teenagers doing?

Still studying at school.

Let alone doing research, it would be great if I could just thoroughly understand my studies.

At this point, the internet also crashed.

Tactical mastermind Xia Yan is actually the "Dodo Bird"?!

Many of the people watching the live stream were also those who had recently watched the "Lily of the Valley Youth Competition" live stream, but they just couldn't reconcile the two identities.

On one hand, he is an outstanding young trainer, and on the other hand, he seems to be an even more outstanding young researcher.

this......

Some people don't know who Xia Yan and the "Dodo Bird" are.

But in the internet age, they can get a general idea of ​​the information with a little research.

Xia Yan, runner-up of the "Lily of the Valley Youth Tournament", tactical master, and owner of the Random Town Dojo.

Dodo, who published several highly influential papers, including friendship level, Eevee evolution hypothesis, brief analysis and detailed explanation of four new Eevee evolution forms, Feebas and Milotic evolution hypothesis, and full analysis of Milotic evolution process.