"Mr. Lance, according to the orders above, we will fully cooperate with your actions this time."
The person standing in the middle of the three, all dressed as investigators, respectfully said to Lance.
They are also investigators, but they are junior investigators, one level lower in rank compared to Lance, who has become an Intermediate Investigator.
Although they do not belong to the same region, being part of the investigator organization, they have heard of the rising star among the investigators of the Kanto Region.
At a young age, he became an Intermediate Investigator, despite being from the Dragon Taming Race, he did not rely on the power of his race but reached this level entirely by his own strength and merit.
Of course, it is important to respect those who are capable and strong.
Lance laughed heartily and said, "In that case, thank you for your assistance."
He quickly shifted into work mode.
"Let's first synchronize our intelligence information." Saying this, Lance took out the information he had gathered on the mission target.
With the help of the three investigators, he compared and eliminated suspects, looking for individuals whose information matched those who were suspicious.
After filtering and analyzing, they finally pinpointed the person with the highest possibility.
"Mr. Lance, the final location for the shoot was in Kanaz City."
"Kanaz City? The biggest city in Hoenn, where the good and the bad are intermingled, is indeed a good place to hide one's identity." Lance said, stowing away some blurred photos.
"We will arrange the plane immediately."
"No need, the other party is likely to change location soon, I'll go first, and you follow." After saying this, Lance swung his cloak and strode out.
He threw out a Pokeball to summon Aerodactyl.
He flew directly into the sky.
The remaining three investigators looked at each other in amazement.
"He really is decisive, truly a new star amongst investigators."
"Was that Pokémon an Aerodactyl? Recently registered in the Kanto Region, it's said to be one of the ancient Pokémon, with very few remaining."
"It is an Aerodactyl, but I've heard that Mr. Lance's trump card is a Charizard, along with a Quasi-God Pokémon Haklon with great potential..."
"We better hurry and prepare, this is a joint operation between the Kanto Alliance and our Hoenn Alliance, we can't let the Kanto People look down on us."
"Right, right."
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Togetic looked pitifully at the soon-to-be-empty metal box, the Energy Blocks inside were almost all gone.
And this was Natsuhiko's last box of "Poke Fairy Energy Blocks."
"Once we leave Meteor Falls this time, I'll make some for you immediately, the Energy Block recipe needs an adjustment, the remaining stock should last until the end of this trip."
Togetic nibbled at the Energy Blocks, wearing a look of "I'm not easily fooled."
Watching its worried expression about the food, Natsuhiko couldn't help but smile.
"With Abra's Instant Movement, we can leave at any time."
Hearing this, Togetic let out a long sigh of relief.
That was good.
It then looked at Abra, who had its eyes closed, showing a look of flattery.
However, at that moment, Abra's brows furrowed slightly; its psychic abilities were fluctuating during its meditation.
Natsuhiko also looked at Abra, pursing his lips silently.
Before resting, he asked about Abra's condition several times and did a simple check on Abra's health; the results were very positive.
Abra was in excellent condition, mentally vibrant, and the fluctuations in psychic power seemed to have no negative effect on it.
Despite some worry due to its mother, Yujira's history, Natsuhiko trusted Abra's judgment, and his examination results more.
'Perhaps... Abra is almost there.'
Natsuhiko couldn't help but think.
Just like when Beedrill's strength broke through, causing obvious fluctuations; Abra might have already reached its threshold.
If so, then Solrock may have done a good deed.
After dinner.
Natsuhiko called Beedrill and Togetic.
Their abilities had changed significantly, the main purpose of this trip to Meteor Falls was to let them adapt to their changed abilities and forms.
"Beedrill, just breaking through to the Elite Level, your condition isn't stable enough yet, and there's a deviation in timing and judgment for Technique usage, such as your earlier Cross Cut..."
"For the yet not acquired 'Dark Assault on the Vital Point,' hold off on it for now, focus mainly on getting acquainted with your body's changes and Techniques."
The Dark-type Technique "Smack Down," was learned by Beedrill while battling against Dark-type Pokémon like Mightyena and Skuntank on the island.
Afterward, Beedrill set its sights on another Dark-type Technique, "Dark Assault on the Vital Point."
It's just that now, the learning of Techniques needs to be put on hold; understanding the changes within is the most crucial.
"Ssspee."
Beedrill nodded.
Even though it felt great after the boost in strength, eager to find opponents to vent some of that energy.
Nonetheless, it could feel that some of its original well-mastered Techniques now felt a bit awkward to use.
It's not that the proficiency of the Techniques is inadequate, but because the strength increase is accompanied by the enhancement in physique and the energy quality within, making it hard to adapt for now.
Just like Natsuhiko said, now it's only a matter of effort to adapt.
Beedrill's original grasp on these Techniques was good enough that it wouldn't take too long to regain its prior mastery, controlling them as effortlessly as before.
Only then would Beedrill genuinely reach the Elite Level.
"Togetic." Natsuhiko called softly.
"Chaco-eek!"
Togetic stood firm with its hands by its sides, its eyes darting around; it wasn't clear if it was genuinely paying attention or just feigning seriousness.
But that's Togetic's nature; Natsuhiko didn't dwell on it.
"Have you felt the trait of Sharp Fang?"
"Chaco-eek." Togetic nodded repeatedly.
Sharp Fang, Soothing Bell, Silk Scarf—Togetic undoubtedly wore the most "equipment" among Natsuhiko's three Pokémon.
The fortunate part is, unlike in games, Pokémon aren't restricted to carrying just one item.
They can wear many, but that doesn't mean they can activate the effects of all items every time; often, the focus can only be on one and not on several, which is a process requiring acclimation and practice.
"The compatibility between your trait and the additional effect of Sharp Fang is high; you have felt the change every time Sharp Fang is activated, I hope you'll try to capture that sensation."
Natsuhiko changed his tone slightly, and continued:
"Not saying it's realistic for you to trigger the additional effect of Sharp Fang every time."
"I need you to sense if Sharp Fang might activate on each attack, and promptly alert Beedrill and Abra, enabling better teamwork."
Togetic currently also serves as the Controller, but whether its control effects will work depends only on the attack outcome, which doesn't maximize helping during collaborative battles.
If Togetic could foresee the result upon attacking, it would undoubtedly enhance the collaboration during battles.
Natsuhiko watched Togetic pondering deeply, "This is no easy task, take your time to practice and understand."
Togetic remained unmoved.
Natsuhiko furrowed his brows, "Togetic?"
Togetic jolted as though suddenly waking up, looking at Natsuhiko.
"Chaco-eek..." Togetic was a bit dazed.
That sound appeared again...
Meanwhile, behind in deep meditation, Abra abruptly opened its eyes, with a hint of curiosity and disbelief.
"Abra..."
This time, it heard it too.