Pokémon: I picked up a reborn Eevee at the start of the game

“Balance exists in all things,” he murmured.

The doctor's eyes lit up. "Hmm, a very philosophical sentence. It seems you understand what I mean."

Xia Chen shrugged. "But I don't understand what you want me to do."

Blatano patted Xia Chen on the shoulder solemnly, “The world has its own way out. Perhaps there is a problem with the ecological balance, and nature or some legendary elves will come out to solve it. But at that time, we don’t know what the society in which humans and elves live in harmony, which we have spent thousands of years building, will look like.”

"In the end, the existence of humans on this planet we live on is measured in tens of thousands of years. In the eyes of those immortal legendary elves, they are probably just like a few insignificant guests visiting their home."

"Human destiny must be in our own hands. All we scholars can do is anticipate potential risks and then inform the alliance so they can find ways to avoid them. That's all."

…………

Xia Chen suddenly realized that Dr. Syracuse's persuasive skills were quite formidable; no wonder he could become close friends with Team Flare's boss, the Thanos of the Pokémon world, Lysandre...

If I were truly a sixteen-year-old lad, I'd probably be completely absorbed in the mission to save Carlos right now.

Unfortunately, beneath the guise of a spirited and passionate young man lies the soul of a corporate slave yearning to slack off.

Xia Chen replied calmly, "Doctor, please tell me, I will try my best."

Bratano suddenly felt a sense of defeat; his own passion burned like a raging fire, while the other side remained as still as the ocean...

He awkwardly scratched his head and said with a wry smile, "It's nothing serious. I'd like to ask you to catch some Pokémon in different regions during your travels. I want to study whether there are any differences in the life energy within Pokémon from different places."

"In return, in addition to a monthly salary from the Blatano Research Institute, I will also apply to the League to reimburse your entire travel expenses, as well as some rare Pokémon resources, or anything else you need."

So it's just catching Pokémon... that's easy and convenient.

Moreover, by accepting this mission, this trip will not only be free, but will also make money, so it's a win-win situation no matter how you look at it.

The shrewd Xia Chen readily agreed, "No problem, Doctor."

After agreeing on the salary and benefits, Xia Chen bid farewell to Dr. Blatano.

There is a seven-hour time difference between Kalos and Donghuang. Right now, all he wants to do is lie on the soft bed, hug Eevee and Ralts, get a good night's sleep, and recover his energy so he can officially begin his Kalos journey.

Xia Chen flagged down a passing taxi and left the research institute.

Unbeknownst to him, in a coffee shop across from the research institute, a person dressed in orange clothes and orange sunglasses was quietly pressing a communicator on their ear.

"The target has boarded a taxi with license plate number xxx. Please stay tuned."

…………

I slept until I naturally woke up, and it was already eight o'clock.

But in Miare, the city that never sleeps, the moment the neon lights begin to illuminate the night is when life truly begins to shine.

As the human with the worst physical condition, Xia Chen took the longest time to adjust his sleep schedule.

In front of the huge floor-to-ceiling window that offers an unobstructed view of the nightscape of Lunare, the Milotic in the aquarium is admiring the night view of this unfamiliar region.

On the soft, luxurious carpet, Eevee and Ralts practiced their martial arts routines to pass the time while waiting for Xia Chen to wake up.

Xia Chen yawned, walked to the French windows, sat down in a chair, and stared blankly at the Prism Tower, which was very close by and shimmering with soft lights.

The hotel next to the famous landmark in Miare is certainly not cheap, but Dr. Bratano said he would reimburse the travel expenses, so why not take advantage of Carlos's money?

Before the trip officially begins, we should enjoy as many of the sweet treats of civilized society as possible.

In a few days, I estimate that most of the time we'll be sleeping outdoors under the open sky.

After admiring the night view, which exuded an aura of wealth, for a while, Xia Chen got up.

Xia Chen retrieved Milotic from the aquarium, picked up Eevee and Milotic from the carpet with one hand, and walked out of the room.

"Let's go eat."

…………

Although the hotel Xia Chen stayed at had a very interesting name, it was called the Regent Hotel.

But in terms of facilities, service, and dining, this is the best hotel Xia Chen has ever experienced.

Although he used to only stay in places costing a few hundred dollars...

Xia Chen was enjoying Kalos region specialties with his three Pokémon at the hotel restaurant when Eevee subtly scratched his thigh with its little paw.

Xia Chen immediately understood and glanced at the surrounding environment out of the corner of his eye.

When he spotted that conspicuous orange figure in the corner, he understood everything.

He's been targeted by Team Flare!

Tsk...

Xia Chen clicked his tongue slightly. He had just arrived in Carlos and was already being targeted by a local evil organization. What kind of protagonist treatment was this?

As for why he was targeted so quickly, Xia Chen had a pretty good idea.

Team Flare's leader, Flareda, has a close relationship with Professor Blattano, and in the game, he shows great interest in the trainer entrusted to him by the professor, who is the protagonist.

So you're starting to monitor yourself now?

This little Thanos looks a bit like a yandere...

Xia Chen scratched Ibu to indicate that he had discovered the watcher, and then ate while thinking about countermeasures.

Regardless of what Flalida's purpose was in doing this, Xia Chen disliked the feeling of being monitored.

I took my Pokémon out of the city, enjoying the scenery and singing songs, when suddenly Team Flare started following me!

Thinking about this kind of thing makes me feel really bad.

Therefore, a trip without Team Flare is a good trip.

Xia Chen decided to find a way to get rid of these flies before setting off.

However, how to get there in time... seems to be a very thought-provoking question.

Do I have the strength to challenge an evil organization that can infiltrate an entire regional alliance?

…………

"Buyi!"

Ibu's alert voice woke Xia Chen from his reverie. He looked up and saw a tall man with a fiery red lion's head walking towards him.

Xia Chen was shocked. It was Vladali!

Although he had imagined that he might encounter this person on this trip before he set off, he did not expect that the two of them would meet on the very first day.

This is a bit unusual, perhaps... it's related to the task the Doctor entrusted to me.

I shouldn't have come to see Dr. Blatano...

Xia Chen silently complained.

However, while things were still calm, Vladali's public identity remained that of a renowned scientist and philanthropist who had developed the "holographic communication device," and he couldn't afford to give himself away in the process.

"May I sit here?" Vladali stopped next to Xia Chen's table and asked with a smile.

“Of course, Mr. Vladali.” Xia Chen did not hide the fact that he knew him.

As expected, the Flame Team boss showed surprise, "You know me?"

Xia Chen shrugged. "How could I not know that your holographic communication device, which you released last year, was a global sensation?"

In some ways, it wouldn't be wrong to call him the Steve Jobs of the Pokémon world.

Hmm... Thanos and Jobs from the Pokémon world, what a strange combination.

Vladali laughed loudly, "I'm so glad you like the products developed by our institute so much. Mr. Xia Chen, your recent discovery of the second evolutionary path of Milotic has also made a significant contribution to this world!"

"With young people like you, the world will become a better place."

It's starting! It's starting!

Xia Chen didn't pay attention to his mutual flattery, but rather noticed the words "contribution" and "wonderful".

Is he trying to win me over?

…………

Xia Chen always called him the Thanos of the Pokémon world because this guy's goal was to create a better world.

Of course, if he were to create through normal means, he would be a saint, not a villain.

His method for achieving this goal is... to eliminate those "worthless people in the world who only know how to endlessly take, quarrel, are greedy"

It's like they're kindred spirits with Thanos.

Xia Chen wasn't surprised that he was being courted; after all, destroying the world couldn't be done by one person alone, could it?

A promising young man like myself, who excels in both combat and skill development, with limitless potential, would even make the villains envious.

Wait a minute, Vladali wants to win me over...

If I join Team Flare in a way that goes against their wishes, would I be able to escape their tracking and surveillance?

Thinking about it more deeply, Xia Chen realized that infiltrating the Flame Team had many advantages.

First, to break free from Team Flare's surveillance, it is essential to create conflict with them.

Given his current strength, he could basically defeat any officer the other side sent.

On the contrary, by infiltrating Team Flare, not only will you not be targeted, but Team Flare can also become your protector!

As an evil organization, Team Flare is not as notorious as Team Skull, the thugs of the Alola region, who commit all sorts of evil deeds.

It won't interfere with his Carlos travel plans at all.

Most importantly, as an undercover agent, he had no one to whom he was loyal.

This ensures my absolute safety... I have absolutely no weaknesses to exploit!

Will he return to Donghuang in six months, and join Team Flash?

Who are you sending it to?

Of course, as a shrewd and meticulous strategist, Xia Chen also considered the worst-case scenario—

Having unfortunately been drawn into the battle for the ultimate weapon, how can the villain avoid being veiled by the righteous protagonists?

Simple, just learn from Ai Lan!

I'm just a lost little lamb who's been misled by bad people and gone astray. As long as you guys say a few words, I'll see the error of my ways!