Pokémon: Starting as a Pokémon Researcher with Milotic

Ultimately, it was Celebi that triggered the Dark Feather and provided the energy that allowed it to spread malice throughout the entire Secret Realm. Although it used its last strength to protect a small area, countless Pokémon were still displaced or even lost their lives in this incident.

The spirits may not blame it, but it couldn't forget, and this became a knot in its heart.

After learning that the forest had returned to normal, the spirits protected by Celebi tried to step out of the protected area and return to nature.

Ye Chen, unnoticed by anyone, had already quietly left and headed towards the entrance of the secret realm.

I didn't see the Venusaur and Torterra when I passed the edge that separates us from malice. Maybe they were also eager to enjoy the beauty of nature.

"Let me make this clear first: you'd better not show your face in public after you leave, or I won't be able to protect you."

Celebi's voice echoed in my mind, "Don't worry, although I'm playful, I don't want to be studied and researched by humans!"

Ye Chen's figure gradually disappeared into the distance, but he did not notice that a sniper owl was standing on a high branch behind him.

Its sharp eyes swept over the three Poké Balls at Ye Chen's waist.

"Tree call!"

I respect your choice, my God! He is a trustworthy human being!

Chapter 46 Leaving the Secret Realm

The Alliance investigators never expected that the last person they had sent out to search for would actually appear at the camp at the entrance to the secret realm.

After a brief questioning, Ye Chen was taken to a small house.

The room was very simple, with only two chairs and a wooden table. A middle-aged woman with a ponytail was sitting on one of the wooden chairs.

It was Zhu Qianwei who, after bringing back a team of members, became curious about who this Ye Chen was, so she sent her subordinates out of the secret realm to investigate Ye Chen's identity.

Based on the information that they were on the same train as Tian Xin, finding someone named Ye Chen inside wouldn't be difficult for a dojo owner in a city.

The investigation revealed that this 18-year-old boy was actually the person who wrote the groundbreaking paper on the evolution of Milotic that shocked the entire internet some time ago!

According to the information, Ye Chen should only have one Milotic. The extra Kirlia should have hatched from a Pokémon egg given as a reward by the League.

But what about that sniper owl?

So, as soon as Ye Chen appeared, she had someone bring him over directly. Her intuition told her that this young man definitely had an extraordinary secret.

"Ye Chen, a native of Rongcheng in the Southwest District, is currently studying at Rongcheng No. 1 High School. He previously published a sensational paper on the evolution of Milotic and is known as a genius in the field of Pokémon research in Xia Country. Am I right?"

This is a very standard interrogation script. First, you tell the other party's detailed information to increase their psychological pressure.

“That’s right,” Ye Chen replied calmly.

The identities of everyone sucked into the secret realm will definitely be investigated, and it seems strange that an 18-year-old high school student like myself would run off to another province during school hours.

Ye Chen had anticipated all of this, so he had already prepared his reasons and excuses.

Zhu Qianwei didn't notice anything unusual on Ye Chen's face, and was slightly disappointed.

She continued, "First of all, I regret that you accidentally entered the secret realm. Fortunately, you are alright. We are conducting a routine investigation. I wonder if you would be able to answer this question: As a high school student from Rongcheng, why did you come to Chang'an at this time?"

Ye Chen laughed heartily, "Thank you for your concern. Haha, you know I'm quite good at Pokémon research. I've recently had another inspiration, so I came out here specifically to find some materials for my research."

Zhu Qianwei asked, "So, does that mean you have new research findings to share?"

"Haha, I'll have to keep that a secret."

"Alright, by the way, one of our people said they saw you in the secret realm. You were accompanied by a Decidueye with the strength of a Dojo Master, and you didn't seem to want to leave the secret realm at the time. Why is that?"

Ye Chen looked like he suddenly realized something and said, "Oh, you mean that! I was terrified when I was sucked into the secret realm. Luckily, the sniper tree owl saved me when I was in danger. Then I thought that there were so many people who were sucked into the secret realm, so I must not be the only one in danger. So I pleaded with the sniper tree owl, and finally it agreed to help me save people in the secret realm."

"So, the Sniper Tree Owl isn't your spirit?"

"No, you might even encounter it if you go into the secret realm now!"

"All the elves in this secret realm are extremely aggressive, but they suddenly returned to normal before. Do you know why?"

"I really don't know that."

Seeing that Zhu Qianwei seemed somewhat skeptical, Ye Chen continued to emphasize, "I'm telling the truth. If you don't believe me, go ask the people who were rescued. I've rescued quite a few people!"

Zhu Qianwei looked at the person who brought Ye Chen in; that person returned shortly after leaving.

"That's true, many people say he saved them."

Upon hearing this, everyone secretly wondered, "Could he really be such a rare good person?"

Zhu Qianwei stood up and said with a smile, "I'm sorry, it is indeed a routine investigation required by the alliance regulations. I hope you won't understand."

Ye Chen also stood up and said, "It's alright, can I leave now?"

"Of course, no problem. By the way, let me introduce myself. My name is Zhu Qianwei, and I am the head of the Chang'an Martial Arts Academy. Before I came in, Tian Xin told me that I must rescue you."

Ye Chen was genuinely surprised: "You know Senior Tian?"

“I watched her grow up.”

Seeing Ye Chen close the door and leave, one of the investigators asked, "Master Zhu, although his explanation makes sense, something still feels off."

Zhu Qianwei said, "Alright, I'll report this to my superiors. Let's leave it at that for now."

Even a regular investigator could spot the problem, so how could Zhu Qianwei not see it?

How did Ye Chen successfully persuade a Gym Leader-level Pokémon? Pokémon can understand human speech, but it is very difficult for humans to understand what Pokémon mean, especially when they are meeting a Pokémon for the first time.

Perhaps Ye Chen possessed some ability to communicate with spirits, but Zhu Qianwei wouldn't pursue that matter. Everyone inevitably has some secrets, and she didn't investigate Ye Chen's secret out of consideration for Tian Xin.

Stepping into the blue spatial passage, Ye Chen finally returned to the main world after a burst of bright light.

The place is completely different from the empty space before we entered. Thick, high walls surround the secret passage, with only one door connecting it to the outside world.

Dozens of Alliance investigators guarded the entrance. Outside the entrance were some temporary model houses, which are currently the activity and work area for Alliance investigators. It is estimated that they will eventually become like the Qinglin Secret Mirror Outer Market.

Although the air in the main world isn't as fresh as in the secret realm, returning here definitely feels like coming home.

Before Ye Chen could even express his feelings, a woman's voice suddenly shouted from afar, "Ye Chen!"

Turning my head, I saw Tian Xin.

"Senior Tian, ​​you didn't wait outside the secret realm for a whole day and night, did you?"

Strictly speaking, the secret realm appeared in the morning, but it is now noon on the second day.

When Tian Xin saw Ye Chen emerge safely, her emotions, which had finally calmed down, became excited again.

"Do you know what you're doing? I'm a junior in college, do I need you to save me? Do you think my spirit is weak?" As she spoke, tears began to well up in her eyes.

Ye Chen could understand Tian Xin's feelings. Someone had put themselves in danger to save him, and after a long time, everyone was rescued, and even the dead had their bodies found. But Ye Chen had no news at all, as if he had simply disappeared.

The inner torment one experiences is unimaginable!

Chapter 47 Eevee's New Evolutionary Form

"Alright, to celebrate my successful return, I'm going back to take a shower, change my clothes, and then go out for a big meal."

Seeing Ye Chen's still carefree smile, it was as if he hadn't just escaped death at all.

A strange feeling welled up in Tian Xin's heart. Of course, it wasn't that she had fallen in love with Ye Chen, but rather that a man had put himself in danger to save her, and no matter what, she couldn't help but place him in a special place in her heart.

Ye Chen's series of actions made Tian Xin believe from the bottom of her heart that he was a charming man.

After calming down, Tian Xin said, "Okay, this meal is on me. After all, I am the host in Chang'an, and it's also to celebrate your safe return."

Ye Chen smiled earnestly and said, "Alright, I want to have a big meal!"

Two hours later,

Inside a restaurant in the center of Chang'an City.

"This is one of the few restaurants that even elves come out to eat together, and the food is delicious. It's always packed with people. How would you call that a feast?"

Ye Chen glanced at the menu and found that the dishes were divided into two types: one for humans and one for elves, and neither of them were cheap!

Ye Chen had learned about this kind of restaurant before. Although the food they made was not as nutritious as Energy Cubes, it was definitely not inferior in taste, and the texture was more diverse than that of Energy Cubes.

"Any recommendations? I don't know which ones are good," Ye Chen asked.

Tian Xin thought for a moment and said, "This is braised psychic shield. I remember that many Psychic-type Pokémon like to eat this. Your Kirlia will definitely like it too."

"Then I'll take this one. I also have a water-type Pokémon. What do you think is better?"

Ye Chen, adhering to the principle of asking questions when he didn't understand, figured that since he was eating, he should also try the Minas.

As for Celebi, Ye Chen gave it a few top-tier energy cubes before, and it's probably busy gnawing on them in its Poké Ball right now, so we won't let it out in public.

Tian Xin exclaimed in surprise, "You already have two Pokémon? I think I caught my second Pokémon when I was in college. For Water-type Pokémon, I recommend this one: Surge Pearl. My Blastoise always chooses this when I come here."

She then ordered two servings of human food and also ordered meals for her three elves.

Since the two were sitting in a private room, Ye Chen wasn't afraid of attracting attention, so he released his Pokémon.

Because Kirlia had been a great help in finding her wallet, the two had a pretty good relationship. When Kirlia came out, Tian Xin even hugged it tightly.

But with the appearance of Milotic, her gaze was instantly drawn to it, and she couldn't look away.

"This...this is Milotic?" Tian Xin stammered. "It's so beautiful!"

"Nas~"

Milotic held its head high with arrogance, not even glancing at Tian Xin, until it saw Ye Chen and then affectionately nuzzled his face with its head.