Pokémon: The Genetic Researcher Just Wants to Slack Off.

Natsuno raised his hands in surrender: "Aha, you found out. You're really something. How did you figure it out?"

At this moment, A-Du was misled by Natsuno's face-wiping and face-washing actions and thought it was really makeup technique.

He couldn't help but shake his head: "At the same time, riding in a dragon-riding group towards Kuye Port, there are so many coincidences."

"Natsuno, your makeup skills are really amazing. You can hardly tell at all."

"Could this be used to train the police inspector's undercover agents? It seems very useful."

Xia Ye scratched his head. He had no idea how to do makeup, let alone makeup that looked like plastic surgery...

He quickly shifted his attention: "Oh, I was just messing around with it. I guess it'll be fine after a few more tries."

"Why are you so late? Didn't I tell you a long time ago? Why didn't you close the beach or something beforehand?"

"Now that the dragons are here, have you done any research or gathering information beforehand? How can we help them find their way?"

Adu was a bit of a headache at this moment: "It's all because of a certain researcher who sat on Articuno's back."

"After the latest news came back from Twin Islands, people finally stopped going to Twin Islands."

Natsuno nodded: "That's right."

At this moment, A-Du glared at Natsuno and pointed to the port where a large crowd had gathered.

"Netizens are saying that Natsuno rode Articuno to hide at sea, and they've all flocked to Kuye Port."

"I said I was going to find you, but actually I wasn't looking for you, I was looking for Articuno."

"The harbor was packed with ships, all clamoring to go out to sea."

"Some even wanted to go surfing out to sea, but we stopped them."

Natsuno was dumbfounded: What the hell? The Great Pirate Era? I was just making things up, how did it actually happen?

The evil researcher was now somewhat frightened and swallowed hard.

"You managed to stop those people, right? If something really happens, won't I be held responsible?"

"No, we need to release a statement quickly. Trainers aren't honest people; they won't just listen to reason."

Xia Ye quickly took out his phone to record a new video: "A-Du, you have to protect me."

A-Du was holding Natsuno's phone, filming a video, and looked somewhat confused.

"Didn't you fail to catch Articuno? Once you explain it clearly, people won't be so jealous anymore, so don't be afraid."

Natsuno shrugged: "I hope so."

After uploading the latest statement video to Pokémon, Natsuno and Lance discussed the arrangements for the Lapras.

At this moment, Awa gently patted Natsuno's shoulder, indicating that there was no need to worry.

"In fact, dragon colonies occasionally appear in the Kuye Port area, and we have corresponding contingency plans."

He then looked at the leader of the dragons: "You are the leader of this group of dragons, right? Please proceed in this direction."

Adu pointed to a spot on the right: "That's a small bay, which we've already sealed off in advance."

"We have already started searching in major cities, and we believe we will have news soon."

"After all, you are still aquatic Pokémon, so it's not very convenient for you to move around on land."

A few minutes later, the dragons arrived at a small bay, where it was very quiet.

In the nearby woods, several Officer Jenny quickly ran out to provide backup.

A dozen or so Joeys followed behind, and they immediately began to examine the dragons.

Seeing the incredibly skilled and harmonious scene, Xia Ye was somewhat surprised and took several photos with his phone.

Although the Joeys were excited to see Natsuno, they remained focused on what they were doing.

Joey, who was examining the leader, was nearby and explained to Natsuno with a smile.

"In fact, no matter which region it is, as long as the dragon races come ashore, they will be examined."

"Some patients or those with underlying health conditions will be cured."

“The dragons live a life of drifting on the sea. When the groups occasionally meet, they will communicate, and the news will gradually spread.”

"No matter where they are, humans will help them rescue their sick companions; they are very kind-hearted."

"This also makes the dragons very willing to rescue humans at sea and help each other."

Natsuno's mouth formed an "O" shape; I've learned something new again.

I understand. Just like sea turtles on Earth, they will always encounter kind-hearted humans who will help them clean up barnacles.

Adu looked at the leader of the dragons: "You will stay here for the time being. We will notify you as soon as we have any news."

The latter responded with a word of agreement, while A-Du pulled Natsuno towards the outer perimeter.

Then the red-haired, caped man suddenly noticed something important, frowned, and turned to look at the little guys.

"Wait a minute, Natsuno, your Pokémon didn't look like this when I was looking at them just now?"

At this moment, Xiao Cai and the others had already taken advantage of A Du's inattention to remove their disguises and return to their true forms.

To maintain secrecy, Xiao Huan naturally hid inside Xia Ye's phone.

Xia Ye waved his hand repeatedly: "A-Du, are you seeing things? Have you been under too much pressure lately? Have some herbal tea."

Xiao Cai and Xiao Yuan looked at A Du with adorable eyes, while the latter massaged his forehead, seemingly agreeing with Natsuno's statement.

With a sigh, Awa looked at Natsuno: "What's the situation with Sakaki?"

"We have been monitoring the base where Fuji is located and have not detected any unusual activity."

Natsuno shook his head: "Don't worry, I'm 90% sure they can't create Mewtwo right now."

"And I'm 100% sure that Sakaki will soon let me go back to lead the project."

As they were talking, Natsuno's undercover phone rang, and the caller ID showed it was Sakaki.

Chapter 252 Slacking off? Don't even think about it!

As soon as the call connected, Sakaki's laughter reached my ears.

"Hahaha, Natsuno, I knew you could do it! You even managed to catch Articuno."

"So, where are you now?"

Natsuno's eyes widened immediately: "What? I caught Articuno? How come I didn't know?"

Sakaki chuckled lightly: "The netizens don't believe a single word of the statement video you posted online."

"Everyone says you deliberately hid it because you were worried that people would be envious and jealous."

Xia Yeren was dumbfounded. He took out his encrypted phone and opened the Pokémon audio and video to check.

At this point, the video's popularity continued to rise, with many netizens leaving comments but not liking it at all.

Thus, the first video in history to have 0 likes but nearly a million comments appeared.

[Damn you, Natsuno! You've got to keep everything to yourself, and now that you've subdued them, you won't even show everyone? I condemn you!]

[You were able to sit directly on Articuno's back, and now you're telling me nothing happened and you didn't catch it?]

I believe you. My male best friend and I booked a double room on a trip, and nothing happened. Why doesn't my husband believe me?

Ignoring the last highly-rated comment that popped up out of nowhere, Xia Ye had a bit of a headache.

At this moment, Sakaki's voice came again: "Natsuno, I'm not envious, I just want to know the truth."

Natsuno rolled his eyes. Sakaki said he didn't envy him for believing, and that if he just wanted to know the truth, then it was impossible for him to believe.

So he chose to give a perfunctory response.

"Articuno is a legendary Pokémon, how could someone have caught it?"

"However... before I left, I found a feather left in the cave."

Natsuno grinned mischievously: "Boss Sakaki, do you want Articuno's feathers?"

On the other end of the phone, Sakaki, deep in thought in his office, loosened his grip on the cat's hand.

Various thoughts raced through my mind, but in the end, they all boiled down to one sentence: "Natsuno, you..."

Hearing that Sakaki was somewhat speechless, Natsuno sneered inwardly.

Fishing requires baiting, and watch me, the baiting master!

"Boss, as long as you say the word, I'll send you the Articuno feathers right away."

Sakaki seemed to be struggling with his question: "Natsuno, what... do you want?"

Xia Ye smiled and shook his head: "I don't want anything, consider this feather a gift for you, Boss."

"Is this for Natsume or Lt. Surge? Have them send it to you. I'll stay here in Kuroba for now."

Sakaki looked somewhat surprised and uncertain: "Um... Natsuno, aren't you planning to come back to the base?"

Natsuno still refused: "Let's not do it for now, boss. I'd rather find the other two of the Three Sacred Birds right now."

"No joke, boss. You guys can take the Articuno feathers, and I'll go get a couple more."

Sakaki frowned upon hearing Natsuno's words.

He was a little confused about Xia Ye's purpose, and tapped his hand on the table repeatedly.

A few seconds later, Sakaki had an idea. He smiled and spoke.

"Natsuno, thank you for your feather. As for the other two sacred birds, we are still doing our best to gather information."

"There's no way to fulfill your wish for now. You won't blame us, will you?"

Xia Ye rolled his eyes: The old man is up to no good again.

"Ah, it's okay, I'll take a break first and slack off a bit, then I'll wait for your news."

I don’t know if it triggered some keyword, but Sakaki completely disregarded Natsuno’s wishes.

"Natsuno, I do have something I need your help with, something you'll definitely be interested in."

"Don't give the Articuno's feathers to anyone else yet. Keep them with you and take good care of them; they'll be very useful."