Pokémon, Ash's art style is off!

Lillie nodded.

"Although Dr. Blatano's research has been verified and is reasonable, especially regarding the connection between bond and Pokémon evolution... the problem is that his definition of bond itself is still too vague."

After all, the biggest taboo in academic research is a lack of clarity regarding core concepts.

Bratano's concept of bondage is more of an intuitive feeling, lacking quantifiable metrics.

This presents a challenge for scholars who want to conduct further research on this topic, as everyone's understanding of bonds is different, making it difficult to reproduce the experimental results.

"Therefore, the Pokémon research associations in various regions jointly launched an academic crackdown campaign."

"We will conduct a special investigation into papers with vague concepts and weak arguments."

Lillie continued.

"Dr. Oki from the Kanto region is one of the members of the review committee, and he happens to be in charge of reviewing Dr. Kukui's dissertation..."

As she said this, she secretly glanced at Xiaozhi's expression.

"Professor Oak is quite strict, so Dr. Kukui has been busy preparing materials and answering inquiries lately..."

"So, I guess they were too busy and forgot..."

220. Can words be combined like this?

After saying the words "I was too busy to remember,"

Lillie paused slightly, as if she felt embarrassed for Dr. Kukui.

After all, who would send something to someone without notifying the recipient beforehand?

When I told that gentle aunt that I was looking for Xiaozhi...

He was immediately met with a fierce stare!

The look in her eyes made me not know where to put my hands!

"I see..."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Zhi didn't say anything, he just nodded.

A look of reminiscence surfaced in his eyes.

"...Academically speaking, doctoral programs are indeed quite rigorous."

In this regard, besides Xiao Mao, he is the only one with the right to speak.

Before he gained his intelligence, he was constantly being dragged around by the doctor!

Later, he gained intelligence, and the professor probably got used to it too. He felt uncomfortable if he didn't pick it up for a day, which made things difficult for Xiao Shi.

"Pikachu, Pikachu."

On the table, Pikachu, with its mouth stuffed full of cookies, also expressed its agreement.

It chewed while making muffled sounds of agreement.

Although the mouse doesn't understand academic matters, that doesn't stop this cultured mouse from chiming in.

Anyway, it just nods when Ash speaks!

When academic topics came up, Lillie's face stopped blushing, her voice stopped trembling, and she even straightened her back.

He immediately started discussing it with Xiaozhi.

From 'the latest form of Mega' to 'the differences in Pokémon arising from the Alola ecosystem'.

Seeing that Ash and Lillie were engrossed in their conversation, Hanako stood up and said with a smile.

"You guys chat first, I'll go check if the cookies are done baking."

After saying that, he took the teacup and went into the kitchen.

Seeing Hanako the Great Demon King leave, the Mr. Magic Doll, feeling much more relaxed, immediately let out a long sigh of relief.

Then, being very perceptive, it thoughtfully refilled Ash and Pikachu's water bottles.

Seeing that Lillie had also drunk some water from her cup, it quickly took the water bottle and went over.

"Bari!"

A warm greeting.

Lillie turned her head instinctively.

Suddenly, a pink Pokémon with a flashy face appeared in front of me.

Black pupils, exaggeratedly upturned corners of the mouth—all the lines are clearly visible under the light.

That face was almost right next to her shoulder.

"ah--!"

A sudden jolt.

Lillie let out a short scream and launched herself into a launch that caught Ash's eye.

In the blink of an eye, they were three or four steps away from Mr. Mime.

Xiao Zhi nodded.

That move alone shows he's a trained professional!

No wonder he's Kukui's assistant!

They are all incredibly talented!

Unlike Ash, whose thought process is quite peculiar, Mr. Mime froze on the spot, holding the water bottle, upon seeing Lillie trembling all over.

It looked at Lillie, then at its reflection in the mirror not far away.

His eyes were filled with confusion.

this.......

Even if it got a little close, was it really necessary to do this?

It probably doesn't look that scary... right?

Seeing Mr. Mime's appearance, Ash spoke up to explain.

"Were you so engrossed in your conversation that you got startled?"

"Mr. Mime just wanted to pour you a glass of water."

"It's...it's okay."

Lillie slowly moved back from the corner, the color gradually returning to her face.

But his fingers were still trembling slightly.

She glanced furtively at the Mr. Mime who was questioning his own appearance, then quickly looked away.

"Yes, it's my problem!"

Pikachu sat on the table and watched the whole scene from beginning to end.

It stopped stuffing things into its large stomach and narrowed its eyes.

Ash is one thing... but the mouse noticed something was wrong!

Lillie sat up straight, placing her hands on her knees, her fingertips gently rubbing against each other.

She lowered her head and took two deep breaths, about to say something to ease the awkward atmosphere.

Just then, Pikachu secretly jumped off the table.

Its four little paws landed on the floor with almost no sound.

Then, it stealthily cut into the line of sight and circled around to Lillie's front.

Then—

"Pickup!"

A sudden, low growl.

Lillie's nerves, which had just relaxed, tensed up again.

Her shoulders jerked upwards.

"babble--!"

Upon seeing Pikachu standing before him, his voice rose another half-degree.

Her whole body suddenly leaned back.

The back of her head almost hit the back of the sofa, and her hands unconsciously gripped the hem of her skirt tightly.

Seeing this, Pikachu tilted its head, its expression innocent and naive.

Then it tentatively took a step forward.

Lillie's body shrank back an inch.

After thinking for a moment, Pikachu took another step forward.

Lillie's body shrank back another inch.

Pikachu stepped back a little, and Lillie also relaxed a bit and leaned forward a little.

Pikachu's eyes lit up and its ears stood straight up.

The hamster seems to have discovered a pattern!

The mouse decides to apply the rules!

Seeing Pikachu extend one of its hind legs, about to take another step back, Lillie was about to breathe a sigh of relief.

But before he could even vent his anger, Pikachu suddenly changed its move!

With a sudden push of its hind legs, it advanced instead of retreating, and in the blink of an eye, it was right in front of Lillie.

Then it suddenly stood up on its hind legs, raising its two front paws high.

He said something very fierce and hungry.