Elf: I'm Just a Commentator

Why aren't they here yet?!

It's like a student who hasn't done any summer homework is about to go to school and see their teacher. The scariest thing isn't actually being scolded; on the contrary, the most terrifying thing is knowing you're going to die but waiting to die.

The Rockets trio were in a similar mood, waiting for Lin Xuan's arrival with the anticipation of visiting a grave.

Although Lin Xuan would definitely complain bitterly when she found out... Why go to a grave? I'm not dead yet!

Although we ordered quite a lot of food and deliberately slowed down our pace, with Little Spot and Eevee by our side, we didn't feel full for long despite the table full of food.

Lin Xuan was speechless as she watched Kojiro pacing back and forth beside her, looking anxious.

This guy hasn't even noticed his presence yet, really... typical of you guys!

Lin Xuan could only say, "You guys are truly amazing."

Lin Xuan was also puzzled by one thing: why didn't Giovanni recall them to Team Rocket headquarters?

Based on the inventive abilities shown by these guys in the anime, it's probably more useful than letting them wander around aimlessly, right?

But Lin Xuan didn't know what Giovanni was thinking. She just felt that these three idiots had given themselves a "low-intelligence" aura after meeting Ash.

They painstakingly followed Ash across several regions, and even before Ash retired, they still had to go and cheer him on. Is this true love?

As Lin Xuan thought about it, she patted the idiot on the back.

"Sorry, we're all sold out and closing soon."

Upon seeing that it was a customer, Kojiro immediately put on a professional smile. No wonder he was able to become the king of part-time jobs; this is what you call professional!

Lin Xuan didn't bother to say anything more, but simply showed him the phone she was holding, which contained the call she had made to Kojiro earlier.

"Eh? Eh!"

Kojiro immediately exclaimed upon seeing this, completely unable to believe that the guy in front of him would be his future boss!

He looks exactly like a little kid!

But thinking about his future prospects and whether he could be transferred back to headquarters, Kojiro quickly covered his mouth.

"You, you're the new executive sent by Boss Sakaki?"

"Hmm, so the person who hung up on me earlier was..."

Lin Xuan didn't really care about the matter; she just wanted to tease the guy.

"Ah! It was just an accident, I don't think you'll hold it against me, right?"

Kojiro smiled cautiously and spoke, while observing Lin Xuan's expression.

"Alright, let's talk about the situation of this mission instead."

Lin Xuan waved her hand, bringing the topic back on track.

When Giovanni first said that Team Rocket's forces throughout the Kalos region were under Lin Xuan's command, he was quite impressed by Giovanni's generosity.

But after listening to Kojiro and learning the details—how are we supposed to play this?!

"Just the two of you? That's it, not a single bit left?"

"Uh, no, to be precise... there are three."

Kojiro also pointed to the meowing creature on the side.

"I'm way better than those two pieces of trash, meow!!"

Meow Meow tried her best to show her difference, hoping that Lin Xuan would make a note of her when she reported on her work later. She was sure that Boss Sakaki would see her efforts!

Lin Xuan rubbed his temples. What was the difference between this and having to fight alone?

However, considering that these three guys, though unreliable, might still be of some use in crucial moments—

"In the Carlos region, there's an organization called Team Flare, right?"

"Well, it's just an ordinary small organization. It seems they've mastered holographic communication technology, so they've made quite a bit of money, but they're definitely no match for our Team Rocket."

Kojiro immediately shared his knowledge of Team Flare.

It should be said that Team Flare is not a very secretive organization in the Carlos region; in fact, they produce the vast majority of holographic communication devices on the Carlos market.

Kojiro seemed completely oblivious to the implications, but Lin Xuan understood—controlling the communication devices in most of Carlos meant they could quickly gather a large amount of intelligence from the entire Carlos region!

This is terrifying; they can gather intelligence from the entire Carlos region in a short period of time.

Even the Rockets, do they have that capability in the Kanto region?

Probably not. Although they are very strong in intelligence gathering, they still can't reach the level of Team Flare.

So Lin Xuan thought for a moment and realized that since they didn't know where Team Flare's main base was, perhaps they could start by looking into that area.

Wait a minute... As he said this, Lin Xuan suddenly remembered something. It seems that one of the four Heavenly Kings of the Carlos Alliance is a member of Team Flash.

But the problem is that Lin Xuan doesn't know which of the Four Heavenly Kings is it!

Do you have information on the Four Heavenly Kings from the Carlos region?

"Ah! Yes, yes, we've already prepared for such a small thing!"

It has to be said that as long as they don't get involved with Ash and his friends, Kojiro and his crew are quite professional.

Kojiro quickly placed four photos of the Four Heavenly Kings in front of Lin Xuan. Lin Xuan had initially thought about looking at them one by one for clues, but upon seeing this...

Is there even a need to distinguish? Isn't this person a definite mole?

Lin Xuan looked at a photo of one of the Four Heavenly Kings named Paqila.

Because all three of them were normal, except for this guy who had pink hair and even red pants.

Moreover, it uses Fire-type Pokémon, represented by the color red.

Lin Xuan didn't even need to think; this guy must be from Team Flare!

Lin Xuan has a firm grasp on her girlfriend's nature.

"Oh, if we're talking about this guy, it seems like he's coming to Miare City in a couple of days."

"why?"

Lin Xuan was stunned for a moment. Was it really such a coincidence?

"It seems that because of the incident a few days ago, this guy is not only one of the Elite Four, but also a news anchor, and it seems that he also has to report on the situation of the Luna City Gym."

"How do you know so well?"

"Gathering intelligence is a very simple task for us!"

Kojiro rubbed his nose and said confidently, and Lin Xuan nodded in agreement.

Okay, I misunderstood Boss Sakaki before. Now it seems these three idiots are still useful. I shouldn't say too much.

However, this is good news for Lin Xuan.

As a member of Team Flare, Lin Xuan didn't believe that Pachela would have no connection with Team Flare after arriving in Lucerne.

Once they've made contact, it'll be Lin Xuan's turn.

"Good job. Continue to gather intelligence on this topic for me in the coming days... Here is the operating fund."

As Lin Xuan spoke, he tossed over one of his cards. It contained money he had won at the arcade, not much compared to the funds given to him by Boss Sakaki, but Kojiro and the others were stunned when they saw it.

I can't believe I saw the event funds!

"Waaaaah~ We'll definitely work hard from now on and live up to your expectations!"

"That's right! We will complete the mission, even if it costs us our lives!"

Lin Xuan's lips twitched involuntarily when she saw this scene.

"There's no need to go to such an exaggeration, is there?"

You, Kojiro, aren't you the son of some big conglomerate? Is this little bit of money really a big deal for you?

However, Lin Xuan was unaware that since arriving in the Carlos region, their operational funds had been drastically reduced—they didn't have much to begin with.

Now that Lin Xuan has come here, she's giving them money, and such a large sum at that. No wonder Kojiro and the others are reacting this way.

You know, they've all been forced to become the kings of wage earners!

"So quit your current job, and... don't even think about Ash's Pikachu for now, understand?"

"Yes!"

Kojiro and Musashi bowed to Lin Xuan, who shook his head, hoping the three guys would actually be of some use.

Pachela won't officially arrive in Miare City for another two days, but Lin Xuan can't just sit idly by during this time; he still needs to try to learn about Team Flare from other angles.

Fortunately, those guys from Team Flare sometimes hang out on the streets when they have nothing better to do, grab a couple and ask them questions.

Just as Lin Xuan was thinking these things and walking through an alley, a figure suddenly rushed out from inside, startling Lin Xuan, but she still managed to dodge it quickly thanks to her agile movements.

The person who bumped into them seemed to be startled by Lin Xuan's sudden appearance and almost fell to the ground.

"Ahhh! Are you alright? I'm so sorry, I was in a rush because I was buying something."

The girl in front of Lin Xuan spoke to him apologetically, and Lin Xuan was taken aback when he saw her.

Brown hair, a pink and white hat, and the fiery fox in her arms...

"It's okay, just be careful from now on."