Mind Master of the Elf World

Chapter 746 Loz's Test

"They've come with ill intentions."

Looking at the woman in front of him, Jing He immediately recognized her as Olive, the treasure that Loz had "found" in the Galar region.

He was also Lorz's right-hand man.

It is no exaggeration to say that Olive played a significant role in enabling Loz to hold both the important positions of Chairman of the Galar Alliance and President of the Marocomon Group.

"Genga~"

Gengar whispered in Jinghe's ear.

We are the ones who came here.

Jinghe glanced at her chubby, purple-skinned son and said, "I'll teach you to watch less TV."

However, Jing He didn't have much reason to refuse the invitation from the Galar Alliance president, after all...
They provide meals!
Ever since.

Jinghe followed Olive to the luxurious restaurant on the Fist Tower.

The large restaurant was empty, but the lights were very bright. The decor was not luxurious, but it still exuded a unique Galatian historical atmosphere.

When Jinghe arrived here with Olive, she saw a middle-aged man wearing a brown-grey suit and sporting a large belly, standing in front of a huge floor-to-ceiling window, gazing at the entire city, or even the entire Galar region.

However, compared to the tallest building in the Galar region, the "Loz Tower," the Motogaku Tower in Motogaku City is still somewhat lacking.

"President Rose, Teacher Jinghe has arrived," Olive said.

Upon hearing this, Loz, who was standing by the window with his hands in his pockets, turned around, a gentle but confident smile on his face, and said:
"Professor Jinghe, it's great to finally meet you in person. I'm sorry I couldn't invite you in person because I had just finished my work. It was my fault."

As he spoke, Lóz bowed slightly in sincere apology.

"President Rose is too kind. I have long admired you, and this is the first time I have met you in person." Jing He also had a standard smile on his face.

After exchanging pleasantries, the two stood in front of the huge floor-to-ceiling window.

Loz spoke again: "This used to be the most central and prosperous city in the entire Galar region. To the left was the Galar Mine, the largest mine in the Galar region, which provided a continuous supply of minerals and energy to this city and the entire Galar region."

He then looked to the other side and continued:
"On the right is the 'second mine,' which has been developed and mined in recent years. It will continue to supply minerals and energy materials to the entire Galar region, thus providing a new direction for the impending depletion of the 'Galar Mine.'"

He looked at Jing He and asked with a smile:
"Professor Jinghe, do you think a third huge mine can be discovered in our Galilee region?"

Before Jinghe could speak, Gengar tugged at Jinghe's clothes, then touched his own belly, looking rather dejected.

"Genga~"

I'm hungry!
Seeing this, Jing He said somewhat "embarrassed," "Sorry, President Rose, it's my Gengar."

Lorze was taken aback for a moment, then realized, "I should be the one apologizing. But I've already asked Olive to prepare, it should be ready soon."

While talking.

Olive had already led the restaurant staff in, pushing the food in.

The Gengar's eyes lit up at the scent, and it floated over.

Jinghe brushed his hand across the Poké Ball at his waist, and the Pokémon appeared one by one.

"President Loz is treating us today, so please don't be shy."

"Woo~!"

"Banji!!"

Upon hearing that someone was treating them, the little ones' appetites suddenly surged, and they became excited, especially Bangilas.

Olive's eye twitched when she saw this.

I feel like something bad is about to happen.
But if Chairman Loz is hosting a dinner, there's no reason for him not to let his guests eat their fill, right?

Loz then brought the topic back, saying, "Professor Jinghe, you should understand that resources are limited. With vigorous development, no resource can last for a hundred years."

"The Galar region is not small, and perhaps other mines will be discovered in the future, but what about hundreds or even thousands of years from now?"

Jing He finally spoke up, laughing, "Isn't President Luo's concern a bit too far-fetched?"

Loz smiled slightly and sat down opposite Jinghe. "A man who does not plan for the future will have trouble in the present."

"But everything in excess is as bad as deficiency."

Actually, Jinghe didn't think there was anything wrong with Loz worrying about the depletion of resources in the Galar region.

However, Lorz was thinking too far ahead, so far ahead that they, from their current perspective, couldn't possibly see what things were like back then.

Would people a thousand years ago have imagined that society would become so advanced?

A thousand years is an extremely long and distant period of time for humankind.

Perhaps by then, humanity will have discovered a new energy source?
For example, in the universe, or in the void, or perhaps... infinite energy?

Looking at things a thousand years from now with our current technology and understanding, we will inevitably find problems everywhere.

If he considered things decades or even a hundred years from now, then Jinghe wouldn't find anything wrong with it.

Loz thinks too far ahead.

That is why Rose thought of subduing Eternatus and using its infinite energy to provide a continuous source of energy for the entire Galar region.

Lorz smiled and said nothing more.

He believes that his vision may not be understood by everyone.

"Actually, when I was a child, my father was just an ordinary miner, and I was just a penniless boy. My biggest worry every day was what to eat for the next meal."

If Jinghe remembers correctly.

It's true that Chairman Loz's father was an ordinary miner, but he died in an accident while mining ancient energy in the Galar region and never returned.

It was precisely because of this childhood trauma that Loz didn't want anyone else to experience the same tragic experience, which is why he planned to draw upon unlimited energy.

Lorz continued:
"Now that I am the president of the Galar Alliance, I naturally have to consider things from the perspective of the Galar region and think about things in the long term. After all, it's always good to think more."

Jinghe shrugged, stopped arguing with Luo Zi, and focused on eating.

have to say.

Loz has a lot of influence; the food at this restaurant is quite good, comparable to his culinary skills, and it's obviously expensive.

Seeing that Jinghe remained silent, Lorze also politely refrained from saying anything more.

The two began to eat in silence.

Compared to the calm on their side, the commotion on the other side was much greater.

"Banji!"

Bangilas held a piece of ore in one hand and half a roasted lamb chop in the other, taking a bite of lamb chop and a bite of ore – a typical meal with rice.

Although the minerals are delicious and sufficient to meet its daily needs, it's nice to treat it to something different every now and then.

"Gengga~ Gengga~"

Compared to it, Gengar has much more to consider.

While eating, she also had to attend to Olive and the chefs.

Keep serving the food, keep serving! Don't stop!
All the chefs in the restaurant were busy at the moment, each one covered in sweat.

To be honest, even when the restaurant is full, they are not this busy.

No, in fact, it's more than twice as busy as usual when the restaurant is full.

And more importantly...
We're almost out of ingredients!

The only saving grace is that these "guests" weren't picky about the dishes.

"It seems that Teacher Jinghe has a good appetite."

Loz himself had a large appetite, but he was somewhat surprised to find that after he had finished eating, Teacher Jinghe was still enjoying her meal.

“I always have a good appetite; I can only sleep well when I’m full,” Jing He said without any hesitation.

Loz gently wiped the corner of his mouth with a handkerchief. "Having a meal with you, Teacher Jinghe, is a worthwhile and enjoyable experience."

Jinghe glanced at Gengar and the others out of the corner of her eye and smiled, "Me too."

"Actually, the main reason I invited you here today, Professor Jinghe, is that there's something I'd like you to know," said Luo Zi.

Now we're finally getting down to business.

After all that rambling, I'm finally going to explain why I'm being treated to dinner this time.

Jinghe put down her knife and fork, wiped her mouth, and adopted a posture of listening attentively.

And Loz slowly said:
“I have a feeling that something big might happen in our Galar region soon.”

Upon hearing this, Jing He raised an eyebrow.

event?

Does it refer to the event of the resurgence of Anuttara?

Loz continued, "I know that you, Professor Jinghe, are very experienced and capable in 'handling' certain major events, or more precisely, in handling events related to mythical beasts."

"No, no, it's all just people bragging. I just have a few tricks up my sleeve." Jing He gestured with her little finger.

"However, as you know, Teacher Jinghe, I like to consider things comprehensively, so this is within my preparation scope."

My fingers tapped lightly on the table.

"Therefore, I hope that if something really serious happens, Teacher Jinghe, you can leave it to our Galar Alliance to handle on its own."

Hearing Loz's words, Jing He suddenly realized something.

That's it
In Loz's plan, after he awakens Eterna, Dan will subdue it.

By then.

If Leon successfully captures Eternatus, the Galar League will completely possess and control this powerful Pokémon capable of generating infinite Galar particles, and the Galar region will not need to worry about energy for the next thousand years.

Therefore, Rose was worried that after Wujitana's resurgence, the "renowned" Teacher Jinghe would be the first to seize Wujitana, thus benefiting someone else. It's clear from this that Rose had great confidence in the strength of the Dan Emperor he had nurtured.

But clearly, he overlooked a champion's responsibility to a region.

Under Loz's gaze, Jing He said very naturally:
"Of course, I'm not someone who likes trouble. If the Galar Alliance and President Loz can solve the problem themselves, I have no reason to interfere."

Upon hearing this, Lorz smiled.

However, Jinghe then added:

"I came to Galar partly for the Pokémon World Masters Tournament, and partly because I promised a friend something."

"friend?"

"Very good friends".

"If there's anything I can help with, please feel free to ask," Lorz said politely.

"It's nothing." Jing He waved her hand with a smile. "It's just a 'small matter.' As you know, President Luo Zi, I've always been someone who respects promises made to friends."

Loz was somewhat confused by Jinghe's words.

Does this mean that Jinghe considers him a friend, and therefore kept her promise to him?

Or it refers to...
Jinghe didn't offer any explanation.

Are you suggesting I tell Loth that he promised Rare Crown and the Sword and Shield dogs that he would help them fight Eternatus, and that you, sir, have to wait your turn?
Anyway, he has given his meaning, and whether he understands it or not is up to him.

Jing He put down her handkerchief, stood up, and said, "In any case, thank you for your hospitality tonight, President Luo. If there's nothing else, we'll take our leave now."

"Gengar, Tyranitar, that's enough, let's go!"

Holding the little ones who were still reluctant to leave, Jinghe quickly departed.

You've finished all the food, are you planning to eat the food cart too?

Watching Jing He and the others leave quickly, Loz straightened his suit, his large belly still quite noticeable.

“President, according to the plan, you should lose weight,” Olive said.

"Haha, I know, I know," Lorz replied dismissively.

After saying that, he waved his hand and said, "Let's go."

"President, I'm afraid you'll have to place the order first."

"Pay the bill?"

Loz looked at Olive with some confusion.

Olive manages all his meal expenses, and he can't even remember the last time he paid for his own meals.

Olive brought over the bill and said, "I'm sorry, the bill exceeds the credit limit I applied for for you this week."

Exceeded the limit?

Loz took it and glanced at it.

His eye twitched slightly.

"Haha, now I really need to lose weight."

After leaving the Fist Tower, Jinghe prepared to go find Da Ye and the others.

Guess.

In which arena should Da Ye compete against others to climb the ranks?

Not long after leaving the Fist Tower, after walking two streets, they saw Da Ye and his friends eating at an open-air noodle shop on the corner.
"King Shiba?"

That imposing figure, that incongruous mountain of "angry steamed buns," who else could it be but Shiba, one of the Four Heavenly Kings of Kanto?

"Hey! Jinghe, long time no see! Want some steamed buns?"

Upon seeing Jinghe, Shiba greeted her warmly and handed her a steamed bun.

Before Jinghe could speak, Da Ye said quietly:
"Shiba, you don't know, Teacher Jinghe is probably already stuffed. President Luozi specially treated her to a high-end restaurant."

"Oh?" Shiba was somewhat surprised.

When did Jing He get involved with Loz, the president of the Galar Alliance?

Snapped!
Jinghe slapped Da Ye on the head in an annoyed tone, "When did you learn to be sarcastic? Is it my problem that I didn't invite you to dinner?"

As he spoke, he took a bag from Gengar's hand and placed it on the table.

"Hey, don't blame me for bringing you food."

Upon seeing this, Da Ye immediately beamed with joy, "I knew Teacher Jing He wouldn't 'eat alone'! There's even roasted lamb chops?"

He couldn't wait to start taking a bite.

Compared to him, Aysa and Dujuan were much more restrained, as for Peony, she had already been taken away by Pioney.

"Huh? Why are there teeth marks?"

Looking at the teeth marks on the roasted lamb chops, Da Ye asked curiously.

Jinghe glanced at the chubby little boy with purple skin.

"Genga~"

Gengar is tilting its head back at a 45-degree angle, picking its teeth.

"It's good enough to have something to eat, why are you being picky? If you don't want to eat, I'll feed it to the dog."

"Eat, eat, eat!!"

He then started eating it right away.

"By the way, Shiba, what's going on here?"

"Let's rank up."

Shiba didn't seem very interested in the so-called delicacies Jinghe brought, focusing instead on his pile of "angry steamed buns." When faced with Jinghe's question, he answered matter-of-factly.

"What's your ranking now?" Jing He couldn't help but ask.

"Twenty-four," Shiba said somewhat vaguely.

"Twenty-four?!"

Before Jinghe could say anything, Da Ye, who was gnawing on the remaining food of Gengar, was the first to jump up.

Although Shiba is considered a senior among the Four Heavenly Kings, the age difference between them is actually less than ten years, so they can be considered half peers.

But Shiba is currently ranked 24th, so what about him?
After suffering a series of poor results in Spike Town, the ranking not only failed to improve but also showed a tendency to continue to decline.

Without comparison, Da Ye didn't feel anything.

Once you make a comparison, something immediately feels off.

"What's wrong?" Shiba asked with a smile, revealing a set of white teeth.

"N-nothing." Da Ye shook his head, then suddenly suggested, "By the way, King Shiba, aren't you going to challenge Teacher Jing He? Defeating a 'Master Ball' level opponent earns a lot of points!"

Shiba said in a muffled voice, "No way."

He is not stupid.

The odds of winning against Jing He now are not high. It would be better to wait until the "Master Swap Battle" to challenge him.

It's not time to "go all out" yet.

Jinghe couldn't help but want to flick Da Ye on the forehead.

You think you can play mind games with others?

Jinghe then asked, "Shiba, did you fight with Qibana?"

"No." Shiba said helplessly, "I originally wanted to come to Hammerlocke City to fight Kibana. That guy is really hard at ranking up. He's already reached the top fifteen recently."

"Fifteen?!" Da Ye jumped up again.

Isn't that...?
They've already made it into the final sixteen?
Jinghe was also somewhat surprised.

But think about it carefully.

Also.

Qibana is already quite strong, and being based in the Galar region makes it much easier for him to climb the ranks. The earlier he climbs, the higher his ranking will naturally be.

“Yes,” Shiba continued, “but that guy is preparing for the Galar League’s ‘Championship Challenge’ recently, so he has temporarily declined all matchmaking and challenges.”

Compared to rankings, Cibana is more determined to fight Dani.

"Doesn't King Xiba consider fighting Da Ye?" Jing He asked with interest.

Ok?
Da Ye's eyes lit up.

Shiba glanced at him sideways and said, "Him? His score is too low right now."

Big Leaf: (_)
"Besides, I have an appointment with Lian Wu from the United Alliance, so I don't have time to fight Da Ye for the time being," Shiba added.

"Lian Wu?"

Fighter vs. fighter.

This match should be very interesting.

"When? Tomorrow?"

"Yes, tomorrow, at the Hammerlocke Arena!"

Jinghe and Daye exchanged a glance.

Jinghe: It's a bit lively, I can join in.

Da Ye: There will definitely be some experts among the audience. Pick two out for a one-on-one fight!
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P.S.: Updates might be less frequent lately. You might not believe it, but I lost 12 pounds in just three days! I've never lost weight this fast in my life. I haven't eaten for three days!
(End of this chapter)