Pokémon, Ash's art style is off!

Each type of Mega stone has a different color and pattern.

Looking at these, you can still roughly distinguish them.

But the one in Xiaozhi's hand... it feels like something of everything, but not quite like anything at all.

"By the way, Doctor, that old man said—this is artificially synthesized."

Xiao Zhi added.

On the other side of the screen, Professor Oak's eyes widened instantly.

This phrase works much better than coffee or anything like that.

He immediately regained his senses.

He practically pressed his face against the camera on his side.

"Synthesized? A Mega Evolution Stone?!"

This thing can be synthesized?!

Mega Stones are energy crystals formed in nature that resonate with specific Pokémon, and their formation mechanism remains at the forefront of academic research.

Artificially synthesized?

This is unheard of!

"That's what the old man from Ziyuan Town said..."

Ash was startled by the professor's reaction.

"Ziyuan Town...?"

Professor Oak seemed to suddenly remember something, muttering the name repeatedly before slowly leaning back in his chair, his expression shifting from shock to a complex sense of realization.

"I see... If it's him, then it's not surprising, it's not surprising..."

So, does that mean this stone is made of...?

I drank the coffee in one gulp.

Professor Oak rubbed his hands together, his face beaming with excitement.

Looking at the stone was like seeing Joey's annual party for Xiao Gang.

He uttered two words heavily.

"Send it!"

97. This is a trial!

After a night's rest, the morning light was clear.

The next morning, the backyard of the Pokémon Center was bathed in a pale gold glow from the sunrise.

Ash, who had finished his morning exercise early, lined up his Poké Balls.

"Everyone, come out!"

Light flashed one after another.

Pidgeotto, Butterfree, Crabcrab, Bulbasaur, and Charmeleon gathered on the lawn.

Pikachu was already perched on Ash's shoulder, its tail swaying gently.

"Today I'd like to introduce a new partner."

Xiao Zhi's voice was filled with barely suppressed joy.

Our team has grown even stronger!

Under the curious gaze of the Pokémon, Ash took out a Poké Ball and gently pressed it.

"Come out, Incineroar!"

As the white light faded, a muscular and powerful Fire Monkey landed steadily.

It doesn't have the restless temperament that its kind usually has.

Instead, his gaze was calm, his palms were clasped together, and he nodded slightly to everyone.

"Puha."

His voice was steady, with a hint of gentleness.

Seeing this, even the most alert Pidgey slowed its gaze.

This movement, this demeanor—he's just one step away from becoming a high-ranking monk, passing away peacefully in meditation!

I suppose... he's not someone who can compete with me for the position of crown prince.

Butterfly and Kingler Crab also responded.

Especially the Krabby, which, under Bulbasaur's patient guidance, has learned not to offer its pincers up right away.

According to its understanding.

This is what it means to speak too frankly with someone you don't know well.

As for giving gifts, it's best to wait until both parties are familiar with each other before doing so. Just quietly place a bunch of gifts next to it while it's sleeping.

Pikachu and Bulbasaur go without saying.

I've seen them before.

Charmeleon, however, did not approach. Instead, it stood still, looking around with obvious wariness in its eyes.

Of course, it wasn't wary of Primarina, but rather Gengar.

It circled around, its gaze involuntarily drifting towards the surrounding shadows and behind the bushes...

No corner where they might be hiding will be overlooked.

Ever since being ambushed by Gengar several times, Charmeleon has become extremely wary of seemingly harmonious group settings.

The purple fat man's "hehehe" laughter had become a psychological trauma for it.

I always feel like it might pop up out of nowhere and give me a "surprise" if I'm not careful.

"...Charmander?"

"Hello? Charizard?"

The sound from behind startled Charmeleon, which almost instinctively spun around and swung its claws.

But when he turned around, he found that it was Ash standing behind him.

Its strong will to survive caused it to abruptly change its attack, its claws digging into the ground with a "plop" and barely stopping in front of the trainer's feet.

Call ~

so close!

Charmander pulled out its claws and nervously wiped its forehead.

It's not that I'm afraid of hurting Ash.

I'm afraid that if it gets hit, things could get complicated!

"...What do you think?"

Ash looked at Charmeleon with anticipation.

"Roar?"

What's up?

"Why are you so distracted? I meant, what do you think of Primeape? What's your opinion?"

Charmander was taken aback by the question.

"Roar?"

It turned its head and looked at the Fire Monkey again.

The Magma remained calm, even nodding and smiling amicably at Charmeleon.

Charmander hesitated for a moment, then nodded and let out a low growl.

"Roar."

This monkey... looks pretty good?

It gives the dragon a sense of peace and tranquility.

"What I mean is, do you ever feel like... wanting to spar with it, to have a fight with it?"

Ash's eyes held a clear expectation.

Every time Charmeleon goes berserk, the Squirtle army inexplicably appears.

This led him to vaguely discern a certain "pattern".

There may truly be some kind of bond between the three starter families in the Kanto region, drawn together by battle.

If Charmeleon could cause another ruckus right now, maybe...

Fight? Now?

Where can Gengar lurk?

Upon hearing this, Charmeleon shook its head decisively.

"Roar--"

Absolutely not.

After it finished speaking, it subconsciously glanced at the shadow of the big tree in the backyard.

It always felt that something was hidden there.

Xiao Zhi's hopes were dashed, and he sighed in disappointment.

"All right……"

It seems that the "entrapment" tactic doesn't always work.