Pokémon: I picked up a reborn Eevee at the start of the game

Team Flare.

Chapter 420 Clues to Yveltal

It really is a strange kind of fate.

When Xia Chen first arrived in Kalos, he was also tracked by Team Flare when he visited Professor Blaze with Professor Oak's letter.

On his second visit to Carlos, he saw these same people again.

But compared to his previous hesitation, Xia Chen is now fearless.

I'm here to cause trouble for Yveltal, why would I be afraid of a mere Team Flare?

As for his past promise to join Team Flare, that doesn't matter at all. He was forced to go along with it because he was under someone else's control back then, but now that he's broken ties with Vladari, Xia Chen isn't afraid.

He strolled slowly to the Blatano Institute, where the long-tailed fire fox opened the door for him, though he wondered if it was the same one from two years ago.

Although no appointment was made in advance, given Xia Chen's current "status" in the Pokémon research community, Dr. Blatano immediately put down his research and rushed over.

"Long time no see, Dr. Xia Chen."

For some reason, even though Xia Chen doesn't have a proper doctoral title, these researchers like to call him "Doctor" when they see him.

"Over the past two years, I've heard news about you every now and then! Every discovery you make has had a huge impact on the elf world; you're practically a modern-day..."

Dr. Blatano originally wanted to say that it was contemporary Yukinari Oki, but then he realized that Dr. Oki was still alive and well, so it wouldn't be appropriate to say that.

Xia Chen said modestly, "You flatter me, it's just a trivial matter."

Blatano was excited. "You're too modest. Just the topic of hyper-evolution alone is enough for me to study for another ten years!"

Xia Chen was slightly taken aback. "Uh... so you really are researching super evolution after all?"

In his previous life, in games and anime, Blatano's main achievement was researching hyper-evolution. Xia Chen thought that after the timeline of this world changed, Dr. Blatano of Carlos would no longer be researching it, but he didn't expect that he would still go down the same old path.

Xia Chen's strange tone puzzled Bratano. "We were doing research, because we later discovered that a mineral called Keystone had also been unearthed in the Carlos region."

"I see..."

Xia Chen nodded thoughtfully.

It seems that no matter how the gears of fate turn, some things will remain unchanged.

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"Speaking of which, what is Dr. Xia Chen doing in Carlos this time? Is it a trip?"

After exchanging pleasantries, Dr. Bratano asked.

Everyone here is an adult, and he knew that Xia Chen wouldn't visit unless there was a reason, so he simply asked directly.

Xia Chen teased the few khaki dogs in the station while replying, "Well, there's something I wanted to ask you. Do you know where Yveltal is?"

Blatano: "Huh?"

Do you want to hear what you're saying?

Yveltal?

Why would you go looking for that Grim Reaper?

Xia Chen thought that Blatano's "ah" meant that he didn't understand, so he added, "Or you could say that you have information about his whereabouts, and I can go find it myself."

Bratano: "..."

"Can I ask what you need it for?"

He finally couldn't resist his curiosity and asked the question.

"To get revenge."

Xia Chen said matter-of-factly, "It bullied me so much back then, I have to go and catch up with it."

Bratano remained silent once again.

Xia Chen is probably the only person in the world who would say something like seeking revenge against the legendary elf.

Pulling himself out of his thoughts, Blatano shook his head. "I've been researching hyper-evolution for the past six months, so I'm not very clear on it, but I can ask people at other research institutes in Carlos for you."

"Then thank you very much, Dr. Blatano."

After thanking him, Xia Chen suddenly asked, "By the way, have you been in contact with Vladali recently?"

Although he wasn't worried that Vladari or Team Flare would do him any harm, he didn't mind asking about them beforehand.

After all, this guy is just as ambitious as Giovanni, so it's good to inquire about him as a precaution.

Bratano admitted, "Yes, we've been friends for many years, and his Vladali Institute and I have a very deep collaboration."

He was unaware of the conspiracy hidden in the shadows by Vladali and his Team Flame.

Lionhead's public image is that of an excellent researcher, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, so there is naturally no need to hide one's interactions with him.

"I remember you ran into Carlos here before you left last time, right? Should I have him come over so we can have another long chat?"

Xia Chen quickly refused, "Never mind, maybe next time. I have other things to do later."

The appointment was just a pretense; the real reason was that I didn't want to meet this heartless bastard.

Bratano believed it and shrugged regretfully.

With the matter settled, Xia Chen stood up to take his leave. "Then I'll leave this to you. I'll be in Miare City for the next few days. Let's keep in touch."

"No problem, I'll let you know if there's any news."

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Xia Chen left the Bratano Institute near dusk.

It wasn't that the conversation lasted a long time; by the time they arrived in Miare, it was already quite late.

Xia Chen checked into the hotel next to the Prism Tower in the city center again. When he entered the hotel lobby, he spotted a familiar face.

To be precise, it's a poster from an acquaintance—

[Champion Karu Ni's new film "My Father, the Martial Arts Bear Master," released after a two-and-a-half-year hiatus!]

The new movie by superstar Karenina... Is she returning to the big screen after successfully winning the championship?

Xia Chen recalled their first encounter more than two years ago, when Karini, in order to achieve greater success as a trainer, resolutely retired from acting and went to the deep mountains alone for training.

Now she's successfully become the champion...

Xia Chen was quite moved, so he thought he would go to the press conference to join in the fun.

However, the winner of the Best Actress award had so many fans that all he could see at a glance was a densely packed crowd of heads.

After thinking about it, I decided not to force my way through.

The solitary figure turning back stood out conspicuously in the crowded, forward-moving throng.

Standing next to Karuni at the movie promotion press conference, Gardevoir suddenly sensed something, gazed deeply at Xia Chen's departing figure, and then leaned close to the particularly dazzling star's ear and whispered something.

A hint of surprise flashed in Karuni's eyes, and her red lips parted slightly.

"He's here?"

That night.

As dusk settles, the bustling city of Miare glitters with neon lights, creating a captivating night scene.

"Come to think of it... wasn't this the same room last time?"

Looking at the dreamlike halo of light emanating from the Prism Tower outside the window, Xia Chen felt a sense of déjà vu.

"Ugh..."

Milotic nodded affirmatively, noticing a fine crack on a rock at the bottom of the aquarium.

That was left behind when he was practicing water cannons diligently back then. I never expected to see it again.

However, if Xia Chen wanted to practice again now, he might have to consider the issue of compensation...

The other Pokémon didn't seem to feel any nostalgia, since they hadn't joined the team yet.

Even Sylveon and Gardevoir are still in their original forms.

Just as Xia Chen was somewhat lost in thought about revisiting the old place, Rotom's phone suddenly rang.

"Loto got a text message! Loto got a text message!"

What text message?

Xia Chen was too lazy to get his phone, so he simply let Rotom speak for himself.

Compared to electronic ghosts, the so-called smartphones invented by humans are not worthy of the name "intelligent" at all.

Rotom readily agreed: "Okay, Rotom! The message is [I'm so hungry] by Karuni."

Karuni?

Xia Chen was surprised when he took down the phone that was floating in the air. Sure enough, it was a text message from Karuni.

Did she know she was in Carlos?

Thinking that he wouldn't disturb her since she was participating in an event, Xia Chen immediately called Karuni back.

After two beeps, Karune's melodious voice came from the other end, "You didn't even tell me you were coming to Carlos. I wouldn't have known if Gardevoir hadn't seen you."

His tone was languid and elegant.

Xia Chen sighed helplessly, "You know how many people were there back then... So, how about we grab a bite to eat together?"

Karuni didn't stand on ceremony at all. "Well, it's easy to get photographed by paparazzi if we eat out. Let's come to my place instead."

Xia Chen: "......"

What kind of logic is that?

Wouldn't it be even worse if someone took a picture of me going to your house?

"I've sent the address. Hurry up and come over. The Wrestling Hawkman should be back from grocery shopping soon."

Xia Chen understood.

I see, this woman is craving my... cooking skills.