Pokémon: The Genetic Researcher Just Wants to Slack Off.

They all looked taciturn, but their eyes were sharp, constantly watching for any movement.

Ma Xueshi instructed the people inside to continuously load boxes labeled "tree fruit" onto the small carts outside.

The boxes inside the tent were emptied, and more than a dozen small carts appeared outside.

The group headed into the forest along a small path, with only the rumbling sound of wheelbarrows on the road.

Ma Xueshi had a blade of grass in his mouth, his hands behind his head, and a relaxed expression on his face.

"Kid, I've read your genetic theory, and I understand it all, but I don't really understand it."

Natsuno rolled her eyes. "What are you doing here? Is your brain all muscles? You can't even understand this?"

"But I am very interested in that gene editing thing that netizens are discussing."

Ma Zhishi raised his eyebrows and gently nudged Natsuno's shoulder.

"Could you add some Water-type moves to my Raichu? I don't have high requirements, just something with medium to high power like Surf or Muddy Current."

"I don't even want to think about things like water cannons spraying water; I'd be lucky to have surfing."

Xia Ye was quite surprised after hearing this; this guy with thick eyebrows and big eyes actually had quite a dream.

"Why don't you suggest changing Raichu's ability to Levitate? After all, Raichu's Static and Lightning Rod abilities are just so-so."

Mt. Surge slapped Natsuno on the shoulder hard: "Sure! That's even better! Can you do it?"

Xia Ye didn't speak, but pointed to the sun in the sky and shook his head.

Seeing that Ma Zhishi did not understand, he had no choice but to explain.

"It's still daytime, so it's not that early to dream. I'll try putting my pillow up higher tonight and see if I can dream about Raichu's ability changing to Geodude."

"Genes can't be edited casually. Directly modifying traits and moves that didn't exist before carries a lot of risk."

"For electric-type and levitation, I recommend the Mama Eel King."

Lt. Surge curled his lip: "Tch, that's the Unova region. You can hardly see that here in Kanto."

"Furthermore, the Kanto League requires each gym leader to choose Pokémon from their own region as much as possible, saying it's to reflect the region's characteristics."

"Although I also really like the Electric-type Pokémon in this region."

While the two were chatting, Ma Zhishi suddenly stopped and raised his hand in greeting.

The group stopped in the open space where they were.

Ma Xueshi turned to look at the others in the group and gave orders.

"Each group will transport the berries to the corresponding area according to the plan, and then break them down to feed the Pokémon."

"Be careful not to cause any damage. This went through a lot of trouble to transport it here, understand?"

No one answered, but everyone moved quickly and efficiently.

Within minutes, a dozen people, each carrying a box, disappeared in different directions.

Ma Zhishi easily picked up the remaining box with one hand and gestured for Natsuno to follow.

"Kid, come on, let's go help feed them too."

They chatted casually as they walked.

A short while later, Ma Xueshi suddenly made an exaggerated expression and exclaimed in surprise.

His fingers trembled as he pointed to a certain area.

"Hey kid, look over there!"

Chapter 48 The Clumsy Maslow

Ma Zhishi has always had a loud voice, and Natsuno felt her head buzzing when she listened to him speak.

This sentence came out of nowhere, and the tone was raised an octave, which startled Xia Ye so much that he almost jumped to the side.

Seeing the exaggerated expression on M. T. S.'s face, Natsuno helplessly followed his finger and looked in that direction.

It turned out to be a Bobo struggling to get up from the ground.

Its wings were broken and bleeding, and its feet also appeared to be injured, making it unable to stand.

Without even a second thought, Natsuno knew that this was the test that Sakaki had instructed Lt. Surge to give him.

Although it was abrupt and clumsy, it was very effective.

His expression shifted to one of calm disdain, and Xia Ye tried to make his tone as indifferent as possible.

"It's just a Boogie, so what?"

"Bobo's clearly injured, hurry and save him, kid!"

Ma Xueshi still had an exaggerated expression, but his feet didn't move an inch.

Natsuno shook his head, knowing that Ma Zhishi was watching him, but his expression remained unchanged and he didn't move his feet.

"Oh, so what? I have no obligation to heal injured Pokémon."

"I am just a researcher, and a genius researcher at that. Researching difficult problems is my specialty and my duty."

"There are so many injured Pokémon in the world. If I save them all, what will I do with my research?"

"If you want to save them, go ahead and do it. I'll wait for you here."

Ma Zhishi, who had been watching Natsuno's expression closely, confirmed that Natsuno's tone and actions did not seem fake, and laughed heartily.

"Hey, we still have our own work to do, we can't afford to be late."

"Let that guy do what fate has in store. Isn't that just the destiny of wild Pokémon?"

Natsuno didn't respond, but just looked at Lt. Surge: "You've finished talking nonsense, so hurry up."

"I still need to study those Eevee birds; that's the real reason I came here. I don't care about anything else."

In his mind, he frantically called out to the system: System, come out quickly!

Purchase a delayed-effect remote medical treatment! The target is that Bobo on the ground 10 meters away!

<In progress...>

<The target Pokémon's individual level is below 10, with wing lacerations and comminuted fractures of the lower limbs.>

<Remote treatment costs 1 points; delayed activation (automatically selecting the appropriate time) costs 5 points. Purchase now?>

Xia Ye glanced at his points: 16 points, buy, buy!

As the league deliberately reduced the hype surrounding Xia Ye, his influence and income have gradually come to a standstill.

It's a lie to say I don't feel bad about spending more than a third of it right now.

But the points you earn are meant to be spent, and they're spent on healing Pokémon, so it's worth it!

Constantly reassuring himself, Natsuno followed Ma Zhishi away.

As they ventured deeper, the surrounding trees grew taller, creating a sense of being completely blocked out from the sky.

The surroundings gradually quieted down, and the sounds of bird Pokémon that used to be heard were no longer heard.

All was silent except for the monotonous sound of footsteps.

On the other side, Bobo, with its broken wing and leg, was still struggling on the ground.

As Bobo looked up, a girl in a black dress suddenly stopped in front of him.

"Poor little guy, let me help you. Fatty, heal wave."

A flash of red light appeared, and a Jigglypuff appeared on the ground, gathering energy and unleashing its attack on Poppy.

After Jigglypuff used it more than ten times, Bobo was finally able to stand up.

The girl fed the over-energy-consuming Jigglypuff a few energy cubes and then put them back into the ball.

"Fly, little guy, be careful next time."

Waving goodbye to Bobo on the ground, the girl frantically stared at her phone screen.

Location information sent from an account she had renamed "The Great Demon".

Scratching her hair, the girl walked towards the location with a helpless expression.

At that moment, the system's voice suddenly rang in Xia Ye's mind as he was still on his way.

<System notification: Delayed remote treatment successful, target cured. Due to the special process, only 600 points were deducted.>

600, isn't it 6? How dare you take a kickback?

Also, half an hour has already passed? Is the Evergreen Forest really that vast?

Seeing that the system did not provide an explanation, Natsuno looked at Ma Zhishi with a face full of resentment.

"Hey, Mr. Maschindler, how much longer are we going to walk? Are you sure you're not on the wrong path?"

When faced with Natsuno's complaints, Lt. Surge curled his lip and said, "I've been carrying this box for so long without complaining."

"That's right, this is the direction. We'll be there soon. I promised to show you some good stuff."

Seeing the mysterious expression on Ma Zhishi's face, and remembering her own persona, Natsuno had no choice but to play along.

"Oh? Now that you mention it, I'm wide awake! Lead the way, please."

"If we find something worth studying after traveling for so long, then this trip will have been worthwhile."

"If there's nothing good ahead, I won't let you off the hook."

Hearing Natsuno's words, Ma Zhishi chuckled inwardly, said nothing more, and buried his head in leading the way.

After walking a while longer, Ma Zhishi led Natsuno to stop on a grassy field.

Looking at the tall trees all around, Natsuno said impatiently, "Is this the place? Where's the good stuff?"

Ma Zhishi put the box he was carrying on his shoulder down to the ground, and with a forceful tear, ripped the box open.

The tree fruits inside had rolled all over the ground. Xia Ye glanced at them and saw that they were some kinds of tree fruits he had never seen in his previous life.

But the books from this world university say that they are some tree fruits that can relieve pain and have a slight anesthetic effect.

Interspersed among them were some tree fruits, such as pomelos, which are believed to restore vitality and strength, creating a mixed and colorful array of items.