Aspiring to become a Pokémon trainer

With Piper having spoken to this point, the effect was naturally the best. Gazing at the people in front of them, the two doctor AIs remained silent for a long time before finally admitting it again.

"If this is Pipa's idea, and a decision you all made together, then even we are willing to give it a try."

Listening carefully to their conversation and sensing the changes in their emotions, Nan Yin waited until the time was right before speaking.

"In fact, these things don't need to be rushed. After all, just now, I sensed an unusual change in the time machine, coming from below the research institute."

She stepped on the crystal beneath her feet, then spoke again, revealing what she had observed.

"There are cavities in the area below, and the fluctuations of the Taijing energy are several times stronger than before. I wonder if the two doctors are aware of this?"

The two looked at each other, stunned for a long time, clearly unaware of the situation.

"If that's the case, neither those illusory paradoxes nor the great void beneath the research institute have yielded any answers, so what reason do those two have to leave in such a hurry?"

Both logically and emotionally, the girl gave a reasonable explanation: the main purpose of the doctors in creating AI was to maintain the park's program and continue their research. Now that there is such a mystery, why should the AIs think about giving up?

The Paradise program controlling their actions has collapsed; neither is now bound by Zone Zero and has gained their freedom. Therefore—

"Nothing can stop you from moving forward."

Invisible ripples emanate from between the eyebrows, carving patterns on the two existing AI bodies, building bridges to connect and transmit emotional resonance.

That is by imitating Maggiana's life equation through waveguides.

With no room for refusal, Nan Yin's face turned slightly pale, and a wave of fatigue washed over her, causing her legs to give way. Fortunately, Ke Erni had been paying close attention to her friend's condition, and as soon as she noticed something was wrong, she put her arm around her shoulder and gently helped her steady.

"Alright, waveguides can replace data signals and express emotions more clearly on the face. Doctors, you have broken free from the constraints of your bodies and are able to think and act according to your own will."

"Nanyin, are you alright?!"

Belatedly stepping forward, Pipa's face showed both excitement and a deep sense of guilt.

He has received too much help from Nan Yin, and now it is difficult for him to repay it.

"It's okay, I just need to rest for a few days."

The symptoms were certainly not as mild as she described, but they were not enough to affect her future life; she was just tired for a few days.

“Buyi”.

"Koboo!"

A small, pinkish-white beast leaped onto the girl's shoulder and licked her cheek with tender care. A fairy-like creature also extended its hair ribbon, revealing its concern with a gentle touch.

Stroking the two heads that were close together one by one, after experiencing this series of events, even Winged Fly, an Ancient Pokémon, had gained some understanding of the relationship between trainers and Pokémon.

Of course, this did not improve its bitter rivalry with Ibrahimovic.

Their encounter across parallel worlds in the Mirror Cave undoubtedly left an impression on each other. Their curiosity and concern for each other, their targeting and provocation of Eevee, have now come together in person, and the causes and processes of their conflicts have all come together in a closed loop.

Without looking at Papa and her parents' embrace, Nanyin simply whispered a thank you in Korni's ear.

She had no intention of exploring further downwards. Her waveguide and telekinesis had already permeated the stone and wood, and through the gaps in the crystal, she had discerned the spirit hidden in the great void.

A small turtle that is still asleep.

This should be the Talebagos described in the Book of Zhu and the Book of Zi.

This Pokémon likely possesses the power to interfere with parallel worlds or timelines. Further research is needed to determine which one it is, but judging from the current transfer situation, Taleborg's ability is comparable to a time machine, or perhaps it is the source of this miracle itself.

After all, paradoxical species appeared before the invention of time machines.

Before the time machine was invented, the paradoxical species observed by Heize's expedition team were clearly the work of Talebagos. Perhaps due to their activities in the mysterious Sector Zero, the expedition team developed many delusions and hallucinations, and this small elf undoubtedly possessed the ability to sense emotions. Therefore, it used its ability to fulfill the expedition team's ideas, bringing the paradoxical species that the expedition team had imagined into Sector Zero.

Its reasons for indulging may be curiosity or a thirst for knowledge, but no matter how many ideas it has, it will not affect Nanyin's judgment.

Even if it's just a legend, it's still something that can be ignored. Since it's still asleep, I have no intention of disturbing it.

Knowing the truth, while leaving the mystery for others to explore, is enough.

What needs to be done now is—

Bending down to be at eye level with Zhenyi, who had leaped down from her shoulder and was floating in mid-air, Nanyin asked softly.

"Want to travel with me, little one?"

"Bucco?"

After a moment of stunned silence, seeing the genuine emotion revealed in those violet eyes, the little beast, resembling a dream demon, slowly extended the ribbon from its head and placed it in the girl's palm.

Perhaps it was initially just out of curiosity, but the brief time spent together had already given Zhenyi something to think about. Being cared for and appreciated was a feeling that would never exist in the cruel Zero Zone.

So it wanted to give it a try.

"Koubu".

Accepting the girl's invitation, Zhenyi embraced her, while secretly glancing at Eevee's annoyed expression.

Chapter 231 Birds Returning to Their Nests

The program to protect Paradise is no longer in operation, and the constraints imposed by Dr. Bound are no longer in place. Only the mystery buried from the beginning remains unsolved.

However, let future generations slowly explore the truth that has haunted the Parthians for thousands of years.

Nan Yin released her mental energy from between her eyebrows. She wasn't without curiosity to investigate further, but after a superficial exploration, she discovered that the actual size of the cavity below was even larger than that of the zeroth zone above.

In addition, she also detected the vital signs of several Pokémon. Inside the cave, there were still a number of Paradoxical Pokémon, which were no less dangerous than those on the surface.

Once this is realized, the original idea naturally no longer applies.

"President Yeci, how should we leave?"

Approaching the tanned beauty holding documents and perusing her research findings from recent years, Nan Yin proactively offered to take her leave.

"what do you mean?"

I paused for a moment, my fingers still lingering on the ground, as if to ask a question.

Pointing to the two AIs that are adapting to human speech, watch them perceive the difference before and after with both curiosity and confusion, asking Papa all sorts of questions, the meaning of Nanyin is particularly clear.

Even though they were given thought by the waveguide and were able to break free from the programmed sequence, memory is ultimately only a part of a person. If they want to get used to human ways of thinking and pick up the doctor's past again, they need time to accumulate.

While the individuals who witnessed the use of waveguides to imbue their souls, including the three little ones, are trustworthy, it remains to be seen whether the people of Parthia will accept the two PhDs who transformed from AI.

At least now that they are free from mechanical constraints and have their own thoughts, their speech still carries a hint of stiffness, and they speak in a rigid manner. It is unrealistic to try to deceive the public in this way.

For the boy who lost both parents, this action was not perfect, but it was all Nan Yin could do.

As their teacher, as an adult, she should do this, not to do good, but to perfect herself.

“I understand your thinking. The truth about the deaths of the two doctors should not be presented to the public, at least not now.”

"The Paradox species within the giant pit are inherently unstable. Previously, some escaped Pokémon injured ordinary people in sight. If we were to reveal signs of personnel loss at this time, it would have a significant impact on the plans for Sector Zero, the ideals of the professors, and the trust in the League."

"This is something I don't want to see. For that boy, reopening his wounds would be an incredibly cruel act."

His complexion remained unchanged, and he gently smoothed out the edges of the papers, neatly stacking them one by one.

“Nanyin, I will never forget what you did for Papa and what you extended a helping hand to Padia. And allow me to say this solemnly—”

"grateful."

Removing her black veil gloves, the tanned beauty bowed sincerely and expressed her gratitude.

"No need, I've already obtained the treasures I wanted on this journey."

Looking back at the small beast floating freely behind her neck, Nan Yin's lips curved into a slight smile.

"Bucco?"

Similarly, seemingly noticing the girl's gaze, Zhenyifa shook its headband in confusion, but then secretly struggled, once again entangled with Sylveon's ribbon.

Just like the scene before her eyes, even though there are some contradictions, when they all stem from her, isn't it also a kind of happiness that belongs only to her?

Looking up at the distance, Nan Yin saw Pipa still confiding in the two doctors, her words tinged with tears and sorrow, but mostly with a sense of relief. Of course, Nan Yin wouldn't listen; she'd leave their family matters to them.

Presumably, personally teaching a child how to communicate normally and what constitutes polite and appropriate speech, rather than how to teach them to be inconsiderate of their own childhood, is a fun experience that can make up for any shortcomings in their childhood.

The boy was an optimistic person by nature. Now he was no longer alone, excluded from the class and gossip. He had excellent friends like Nemo and Peony. Even if the future was still full of uncertainty, he was confident and determined to move forward.

Then, the sounds of collisions and roars outside the research institute continued unabated. After settling these matters, the guardian dragon of the paradise, Guleton, shed his former responsibilities as a doctor and freely expressed his nature, engaging in a fierce battle with Nemo and Korne.

The fierce temper had long been worn down by the companionship over time. The doctors taught Guleton what patience was with their lives. The two humans and the beast were the type who loved to fight and were eager to improve themselves in battle. Now that they had some free time, they naturally did not want to be idle.

Of course, compared to Nemo who commands Pokémon to fight, Korrina is much more straightforward. Coming from a family of fighters, she loves to give back to her heart with her own body, personally exchanging blows with those powerful beings. Moreover, this ancient lizard beast happens to be a Fighting and Dragon-type Pokémon. Even knowing that the possibility is slim, she still wants to gain its recognition and even capture it.

The muffled thuds and the hissing sounds of biting lips in pain are the best evidence.

"You two, no, you three, don't waste your energy here. Although the situation in Zone Zero is under control, there are still many unknown secrets."

Through the waveguide's perception, Nan Yin was able to detect an unusual titanium crystal at the deepest part of the great void. Although its appearance was no different from the ordinary crystal, it exuded a large amount of life energy.

According to the descriptions in the Book of Vermilion and the Book of Purple, the shape of the Terabagos is similar to that of a giant tortoise. It is lazy by nature and may be lurking in it, disguised as an inanimate object. Since she could not confirm the other party's attitude, Nan Yin naturally did not want her friend to make a fuss and attract danger.

She gently wiped the sweat from Cornet's forehead, which caused the former to sob and express her dissatisfaction. She then fixed her gaze on Guleton and forcefully gave him orders in an authoritative manner.

This is not surprising. Ancient Pokémon lived in harsh environments, and survival and fighting were their normal state. Power was the key to success or failure.

In short, the wound scorched by the fairy's aura continued to remind Guleton that he was no match for the frail human girl before him, even without the elves accompanying him.

"Guleton, do you want to go outside the giant pit?"

The territory of Zone Zero is narrow and repetitive. Once they have witnessed the outside world, no paradoxical species is willing to stay. Since the Paradise Guardian Program has collapsed, Leton has regained the freedom to restrain himself.

However, the existence of a Pokémon that is almost legendary is destined to require someone to guide it and help it understand the needs of dealing with things today. This person could be Piper, the daughter of a professor, Nemo, the young champion, or a powerful and trustworthy trainer.

"Ah-ga-hi!"

He nodded emphatically, and so excitedly that the accumulated soil was even covered by the lizard's arms and claws.

"Then let's see what Chairman Yeci decides."

As soon as she finished speaking, the tanned beauty led Peony slowly out of the archives.

"There's so much information here, and it's all of a type I never encounter normally..."

As a hacker, Peony often intrudes into systems that interest her, including the Alliance's database, where she has altered numbers for certain minor targets.

A truly strictly controlled information system has an impenetrable firewall. Even she had to go to great lengths to crack one of them. While she was interested in this, she was more drawn to the smiling alliance leader, who promised to overlook the past offenses as long as the data from Zone Zero was properly organized and copied.

With something on her hands, Peony was at a loss. Although dealing with the losses wouldn't be complicated given her family's circumstances, she preferred to solve problems on her own.

Therefore, being unwilling will only bring trouble upon yourself.

“I’ve heard your plan. Sector Zero will be preserved, and we need to get out as soon as possible. Of course, it’s you kids who need to leave as soon as possible. I still have some things to discuss with these two old friends, so I’ll leave it to you to take them out, Nan Yin.”

"then you?"

Nan Yin meant that you are not the leader of the alliance, and all external actions must be decided and implemented by you. However, when she saw Yi Ci narrow her eyes and reveal a smile at the right time, she understood what the other party was thinking.

"Communications in Zone Zero are disrupted by the Taijing energy, making it inconvenient for me to contact them from here. Furthermore, the research institute needs someone with decision-making authority present to avoid losing the results of our hard work. As for the Alliance's affairs—"

As she finished speaking, the brown-skinned beauty's voice grew increasingly light and cheerful, like a fox that had successfully pulled off a sedition.

"Just help me find a suitable reason to explain to Xinli. She's always been a cold-on-the-outside-but-warm-on-the-inside person. A few words of encouragement will easily move her. Let her enjoy the power of the president for a while."

His words were full of compliments, but his reality was quite the opposite; beneath that calm exterior lay a somewhat cunning nature.

Of course, President Ye Ci's decision was indeed the best choice, except for that cloying title.

"Please, young man, Teacher Nanyin."

Chapter 232 Departure and Return

"What?! You're saying that President Ye Ci will be staying in Zone Zero for a while?!"

Taking the elevator back to Jinhui Town on the ground, Xinli was momentarily stunned by the instructions given by the brown-skinned beauty who was the relative of Nanyin.

She raised her fingertip and pointed to her lips and nose, as if to say—I am the one who manages the affairs of the entire alliance.

"Yes, President Ye Ci has made it clear that she believes in your abilities. The changes in Zone Zero are too great, and she has to be in charge to calm the uncertainty."

Faced with this unexpected request, Nan Yin could only offer encouragement with her eyes, and she also sympathized with Xin Li's plight.

Who would have thought that the usually composed Ye Ci would also have such a cunning side?

"Then, her, them?"

Pointing to the three little ones traveling with her, Xinli was about to ask what was going on when the girl brushed her off with the most helpless answer.

Nan Yin simply said, "They are just children, Heavenly King Xin Li, are you not going to interrogate these students whose minds and bodies are not yet mature?"

Choking back tears, the green-haired beauty stood frozen for a moment, her previous elegance completely gone, and she cried out with a mixture of dissatisfaction and coquettishness: