Trainer? I'm just an ordinary hot spring owner.

Dr. Kukui nodded with a hard-to-describe smile on his face: "Yes, because I went to the Ether Foundation yesterday!"

Chapter 90: Ether Foundation

"Ether Foundation?" Jiang Cheng was stunned when he heard the news. He had some understanding of this organization in the seventh generation.

The Aether Foundation is ostensibly an organization dedicated to the protection of the Pokémon ecosystem and the rescue of Pokémon in the wild. It was founded by the father of the current president, Lusamine. The foundation's headquarters is located on an artificial island in the Alola region: Aether Paradise.

When the headquarters of a charity organization is set up on an isolated island overseas, you know that this organization must be something special.

A nature reserve for Pokémon has indeed been established at the headquarters of the Aether Foundation. The Aether Foundation has built a completely independent natural ecosystem inside, which is driven by tidal generators and contains almost all the Pokémon in Alola. However, underground within the foundation, research on Ultra Beasts is being conducted.

In fact, even in the business of protecting Pokémon, there are some small tricks, and the core of it lies in its president, Lusamine.

Lusamine is a person who loves Pokémon very much. The only problem is that her love for Pokémon seems to be a little too much. Her strong desire to collect Pokémon has even become a little pathological. Therefore, in Alola, you can find Pokémon from almost all regions.

Despite all the secrets, on the surface, the Ether Foundation is still a very positive organization. Especially in this world, the Ether Foundation, which has completely cut off ties with Team Skull, has very little dark and residual elements, so it is normal for Dr. Kukui to have a connection with the Ether Foundation.

However, Jiang Cheng was more curious about why Professor Kukui, whose main business was Pokémon Z moves, was involved with the Ether Foundation?

"The Ether Foundation has recently been specifically taking in and treating some Pokémon that were injured by Team Skull, including quite a few mount Pokémon. After these Pokémon have been treated, they will basically be released. Some of them cannot be released and will be placed in the Ether Foundation's protected area."

"I'm sure you know the reason why these Pokémon can't be released."

Jiang Cheng hesitated for a moment, raised his head and replied: "Is it because these Pokémon that have been hurt by people are likely to be suspicious of people, or even afraid, and some may overreact?"

"Yes, that's it!" Dr. Kukui nodded with satisfaction.

Unlike releasing biological species into the wild, rewilding training is required to allow them to survive independently in the wild without contact with humans as much as possible. Maintaining suspicion and vigilance towards humans is one of the important indicators for releasing species into the wild. This will ensure their ability to survive in the wild to the greatest extent possible, and they will not go to the homes of local villagers when they are hungry and steal food or even chickens, sheep and livestock.

Once it causes property losses to the villagers, it is bound to cause conflicts with the villagers. If it hurts people, the safety of the wild animal will be difficult to guarantee.

So it is important to keep your distance, both for the sake of people and wildlife.

But Pokémon is completely different. In the Pokémon world, Pokémon cannot avoid contact with humans, and humans have become a part of the Pokémon ecosystem. Even if these Pokémon stay in the deep mountains and forests, there will be trainers who come to fight and capture them.

But not all those who do field work are trainers. Just like Dr. Odamaki, who mainly studies the ecology and distribution of Pokémon, he also needs to explore the wild frequently. Once he encounters Pokémon that have overreacted to humans because of being hurt by humans, it is very likely to cause tragedy.

Although the treasures all have superhuman physiques, they are not immortal.

Otherwise, the two old men in Jiang Cheng's family would probably be living a life of luxury and debauchery somewhere unknown.

"You tell me this because..." Jiang Cheng had some guesses about Dr. Kukui's thoughts, but he was still not sure, so he asked tentatively.

"I want you to participate in a rescue activity organized by the Ether Foundation. In this way, you can apply for a mount Pokémon for yourself as a rescuer. Although Dragonite and Garchomp are rare, they are not an excessive request for the Ether Foundation, which owns an entire ecological reserve."

Is that so?

Jiang Cheng was a little hesitant. If possible, he really didn't want to have anything to do with the Ether Foundation. After all, anything involving the little nebula and the Ultimate Beasts would be a huge hassle.

But Professor Kukui's idea is indeed feasible, and his own Fluttershy also urgently wants a mount Pokémon. In addition, given the rarity of Dragonite and Garchomp, this is the most successful option to obtain such fast Pokémon. Moreover, Lusamine is indeed beautiful.

After thinking it over, Jiang Cheng decided to agree.

Compared with possible troubles in the future, being able to solve immediate needs is the key. After all, future troubles are still in an unfounded state, but the current difficulties are indeed visible to the naked eye.

However, once it is linked to the Ether Foundation, given the scarcity of the Winged Hair, it is still unknown whether Lusamine will target it.

However, considering the other party's obsession with Ultra Beasts and Nebula, I think he should pay less attention to Flutter Hair.

"So, how can I join the rescue activity of the Ether Foundation that you mentioned? And, how do you know anyone from the Ether Foundation?"

Jiang Cheng couldn't help but ask the question in his mind.

“Well...hehe..." Dr. Kukui touched his head a little embarrassedly.

"Actually, I just happened to meet Dr. Barnett who works at the Space Research Institute yesterday, and I learned this news from her."

Jiang Cheng's heart skipped a beat, and when he looked at Dr. Kukui, his expression became somewhat meaningful: "Are you talking about the winner of the Alola Women of the Year Award, Dr. Barnett?"

No wonder Dr. Kukui looks so radiant today, it turns out he is in high spirits because of good news.

He had messed up the previous plot, and until now he hadn't seen any idiots landing on the island. He thought that Dr. Kukui's marriage might encounter setbacks. Jiang Cheng felt a little guilty at the time, and was thinking about how to make up for it. But now it seems that everything is destined.

They were destined to meet, just as the loving fish were destined to cruise the coast every year.

Chapter 91: Dr. Barnett's Project

The relationship between Dr. Barnett and Dr. Kukui at the beginning was very similar to that between Gwen and Spider-Man. Dr. Bennett was an avid wrestling fan, and his idol was the invincible superstar of the Alola region, the Royal Masked Man.

After going through a lot of things, Dr. Barnett and Dr. Kukui finally got married and had a child named Rey.

I have to say that Dr. Barnett in the animation is really a woman with strong maternal love. Her maternal love is much stronger than that of Lusamine, who is more like a tsundere young lady.

Now, Dr. Kukui and Dr. Barnett met, which meant the beginning of a beautiful love story began here. Jiang Cheng couldn't help but feel a very unique feeling.

It feels like I am about to witness the birth of something, it is wonderful.

Jiang Cheng was also sincerely happy for Dr. Kukui.

Although he was happy, he still had to tease: "I was wondering why Dr. Kukui was so happy today. It turned out that he met such a beautiful woman~"

Hearing Jiang Cheng's words, Kukui coughed uncomfortably: "Don't talk nonsense, we are just ordinary friends who just met."

"Ordinary friends~ We can become friends after just meeting once, Professor Kukui is really amazing, can you teach me~?"

If it were an ordinary person, facing a hermaphrodite like Jiang Cheng, he would have already started to use his power to bully others and deliberately punch them, but Dr. Kukui had an incredibly good temper and just smiled foolishly with a red face.

Jiang Cheng stopped when he saw that things were going well, and did not continue to be a jerk. He asked seriously, "Dr. Barnett is not the doctor in charge of field rescue. Will it be helpful for us to ask her for help?"

“It’s actually like this.”

Hearing Jiang Cheng's question, Dr. Kukui also replied seriously: "Dr. Barnett recently has a scientific research project to conduct regular inspections and vaccinations for some Pokémon that were previously released into the wild. This requires going deep into the wild, and such work requires some stronger trainers to provide protection on the side, and I thought of you at the first time."

"Your fluttering wings are very well developed. Combined with your command ability, you can ensure the safety of a team even in the most dangerous conditions in the wild. With you joining me, I can feel more at ease."

So he wanted to find a bodyguard for his future wife. Oh, I thought it was just for me. But when I think about it, when Professor Kukui left, he didn't know about his need for a mount Pokémon, so naturally he couldn't make any related requests. Now that he heard about it, it just so happens that he can accomplish Jiang Cheng's goal at the same time, which is naturally better.

"Doctor, I can go, but not right now. First, I need to go to Donghuang to purchase supplies, and I also need to make some preparations for going into the wild."

Although the decision has been made, going deep into the wild is not something that can be done just like that. The situation in the wild is very complicated, especially when it comes to rescuing Pokémon. The environments these Pokémon may be in are varied, and some may even be deep in the jungle. This is not just an autumn outing in the wild, but a real exploration into the wild. In this case, various situations that may be encountered in the wild need to be responded to.

Jiang Cheng was very familiar with this. He had been running around in the mountains with the team in the past just to find a special kind of insect. It was really hard. Putting aside the harsh wind and sleeping outdoors, there were a lot of leeches, snakes, insects, rats, ants and other things in the wild. Trekking poles and outdoor boots were indispensable items.

Not to mention that it was just the first day that our hot spring center opened, and you asked me to skip work and follow them into the woods. It was a bit outrageous.

You still need to do business, bro!

Not to mention, Jiang Cheng is still not very skilled in riding Pokémon, and it seems that he needs to practice on Garchomp a few more times.

"That's no problem, of course. You just need to make a decision before Dr. Barnett leaves. I can't buy you any more time."

"No, if it weren't for you, I wouldn't have known there was such a method. Besides, leaving on time is a natural thing, so why do we need to do anything special? If I can't go, I will definitely inform you in advance," Jiang Heng thanked him hurriedly. Even though the other person didn't do it specifically for you, the fact that he thought of you for such a good thing is a great help in itself.

After the two of them dominated the business and praised each other.

As the sky gradually darkened, it was time for the hot spring resort to open.

After Jiang Cheng and Dr. Kukui chatted about some topics related to the wild, Dr. Kukui left in a hurry. It seemed that he was still very busy today and would be even busier in the future.

He heaved a sigh of relief. After chatting with Dr. Kukui, he had finally put an end to a problem in his heart. All that was left was to familiarize himself with the riding operation and procedures, and get ready to welcome his new partner.

Open for business.

Today, the hot spring center is still crowded with people. The crowds on the first day did not eliminate people's enthusiasm for this unique hot spring center. On the second day, even because of some outrageous rumors about Jiang Cheng, more people came!

Everyone wanted to see the ghost-type trainer who was able to escape unscathed from the Crystal Lamp Fire Spirit, and whose powerful strength was so great that even the captain could not win and was defeated.

After all, the nature of human beings is to eat melons and watch the fun.

Jiang Cheng could only keep explaining to the tourists that those were just rumors and that everyone should believe in science. What they encountered before were not crystal lamp spirits, but candlelight spirits. He did not escape unscathed either, so he had to use some tricky words to get away with it.

It’s not that all captains can’t win, it’s just that Mamane didn’t know the attributes of his own elf at the time, so he didn’t get a better result. Besides, it’s just a competition, so winning or losing is not that important.

As for how much effect these rumor-busting measures can have, that depends on one's own opinion.

Another ordinary day has come to an end. After completing a day's business, Jiang Cheng lay on the bed and began to think about his future plans.

Before we knew it, July is almost halfway through.

PS: What do you think about mount Pokémon? Is Kaguya Ironfire better or Milton?

You can vote in the thread, and I will fine-tune the content of the plot based on the number of votes in the thread.

At the same time, let me give you a small preview. The hot spring center will be welcoming a new little cutie. You can guess who she is.

I would also like to ask for your monthly tickets and recommendation tickets. Thank you very much!!

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Chapter 92: Reconciliation with Myself

(After a reader vote, Kaguya Tetsuka won by a narrow margin of one vote, and the following plot will turn to Kaguya's line)

Today is an ordinary day in Alola, but for Jiang Cheng, it is a special day.

He got up early and went to the market to buy a lot of fruits and snacks. He didn't let the Pokémon eat them first, but put them on plates and placed them in front of the two urns in the healing room. Oh, now there are three.

Jiang Cheng's strange behavior naturally aroused the suspicion of Liliae and Mamane, but he didn't seem to have any intention of explaining it.

This matter may be a little personal to him.

Because today is July 15th, the Ghost Festival.

It’s not that the Ghost Festival is very important to Jiang Cheng, but the Ghost Festival is indeed very important to an orphan whose parents have both passed away.

This is a day worth celebrating.

This is especially important for someone who has died twice.

ghost--?"

Gastly was sleeping on the urn, watching Jiang Cheng lighting fires and burning incense in front of him, which made his butt hot, eh? ....Garsly doesn't have a butt, so it's the bottom that's hot, but it doesn't seem right to say that...

In short, it's hot.

There was naturally no sleep quality to speak of in such an environment. It opened its eyes and wanted to see what Jiang Cheng was doing.

"Did I wake you up? Sorry, today is a special day. I have to hold some memorial ceremonies. Today is the only day." Jiang Cheng smiled apologetically while continuing his movements. There is a full set of memorial equipment in the healing room to ensure a barrier-free process.

This is the value of a ghost healing room with an atmosphere value of 85 points! Do you understand?

Gastly is a notoriously lazy dog. Except for meal times, he spends most of his time sleeping on the urn. Jiang Cheng lets him be. After all, even if Gastly is like this, he doesn't miss any important work.

This child can even insist on getting up every day for training and then going back to sleep, which is even more commendable. It is Gastly's freedom to do whatever he wants in daily life, and Jiang Cheng will not interfere forcibly.

"Garsis--" What are these things and can I eat them?

Gastly naturally saw some fruits and snacks on the table, and with his eyes shining, he quickly asked about them.

Jiang Cheng quickly shook his head: "Not yet, but you can eat it after a while."

"Ghost——" Why does it take a while?

"Of course, because I still need these things now! Can you wait a moment, Gastly?"

Seeing Jiang Cheng say this, no matter how greedy it was, Gastly knew that it was impossible to eat these delicious foods right away. It was not the kind of Pokémon that would ignore everything when it saw food. It nodded and continued to watch Jiang Cheng tinkering.

"Ghost?" Gastly saw Jiang Cheng holding a tablet and a new box and placing them on the altar.

The tablet had the name of the ancestor Wang Cailan written on it, and on the new box was a black-and-white photo of a child.

The child in the photo is in the arms of an old man. He is thin and small, looking at the camera in front of him with confusion in his eyes. The old man who is holding him has a thin body wrapped in a loose coat and has a kind face.

That was the original owner’s grandmother, and the original owner.

Jiang Cheng looked at the thin face and the old man, and said slowly: "I'm sorry, and thank you for giving me a second life, allowing me to live in this colorful and brilliant world and meet and encounter countless elves..."

“This is supposed to be your life.”

"Your parents passed away two days earlier than you. You are so unlucky. You finally made it through, but ended up collapsing in the darkness before dawn."

"I have inherited your body, so naturally I have also inherited your karma. I will hold a good memorial ceremony for your grandma on your behalf. As for those two guys, I'm sorry I can't do that, but I will pay for the incense and the money that should be burned."

"I hope you have a good journey, and in the new world, you will have parents who love you and kind partners..."

"From now on, I will see, hear, and feel this world for you, and live the life you deserve."