Taking the various parameters of the giant stone from Steven's hands, Mewtwo and Latias each poked their heads out from one side to join the fun.
But the dense numbers and textual analysis made the three of them black out, throbbing pain surging into their brains, and they ultimately had to give up.
Although I have abundant knowledge of the Pokémon world, it was directly obtained from games and anime after all. I still don't know the first thing about research data and papers...
Looking at the young man with a troubled expression, Sycamore also scratched his head in distress: It seems that even in Sir Lorze's eyes, this data is far from ideal.
Little did he know that this kid actually couldn't understand it at all.
"We temporarily cannot extract useful information from this giant stone... What a pity."
Speaking of the giant stone, Lorze suddenly started. He thought of a very important matter.
"Since the current research hasn't made any progress, we should bring the giant stone back to the Hoenn region, right? After all, it's not a product native to Kalos."
Even if it's a Mega Evolution giant stone that has lost most of its energy, if it's picked up by the future Team Flare, the consequences would still be unimaginable.
So we absolutely cannot leave it in Kalos—even though it seems a bit stupid to transport it back right after transporting it here from Hoenn, but just in case, this is a necessary step.
Steven beside him also nodded in agreement. As the Champion of the Hoenn region, he had the obligation to protect the property belonging to Hoenn.
"I also think this is more appropriate. What is your opinion, Professor Sycamore?"
Facing the pressure from two top Trainers, Sycamore spread his hands jokingly—
"Since you both say so, naturally I have no objections. Keeping this thing here makes me quite fearful anyway, haha!"
Professor Sycamore was a very astute person. Although his surface words were gentle, he could see that both of them had a very strong desire to take back the giant stone.
Let's not tear this paper window. Offending Devon Corporation would be a loss outweighing the gain for me.
At this point, the Hoenn Champion rarely stretched his back lazily—for the elegant and proper Steven, this was already considered a movement of extremely large magnitude.
The overtime work in the Kalos region is finally completely over. I can go dig for stones again~
As for the escort of the giant stone, he could just bring it back when returning to Hoenn.
No rush for now—after all, he still had unfinished business in the Kalos region and wouldn't go home immediately.
"Sir Lorze, would you like to gather for lunch together later? I've already booked a private room."
Mr. Steven treating us to a meal? Isn't that no different from eating a buffet? It's a waste not to go!
The young man agreed heartily while opening the internal team comms using telepathy—
"Big Sister Mewtwo, Kirlia, Latias, we can have a big feast for lunch today~"
"Yay!" "Big Brother Lorze is so amazing!" "Mmhmm, though your cooking isn't bad either~"
The Love Ball locking Braixen also shook: I have no objections, but can Master Zako let me out first?
The two chatted idly with Sycamore until mealtime. Lorze was very friendly and shared many interesting topics about Mega Evolution, considering it a return for abducting Fennekin from him.
Although they were chatting half-jokingly, many things made Sycamore suddenly see the light: Truly worthy of Hoenn Trainers. Whether it's Mr. Steven or Mr. Lorze, both have very unique insights into Mega Evolution.
Although... this kind of praise made Lorze a bit embarrassed.
After all, strictly speaking, this knowledge was all obtained from Sycamore—the Sycamore of a few years later.
But informing him now will surely make the Professor's research go more smoothly. If it can benefit other creatures in the Pokémon world, why not?
"I still have research work to do, so I won't go with you two. Thank you for your care during this time, Mr. Steven!"
"Until we meet again!" X2
Taking a dedicated car to the restaurant Steven had booked, its resplendent appearance was no less than Hotel Richissime's.
In the elegant private room, the young man asked somewhat awkwardly: "Um... Mr. Steven, do you mind if I let all my Pokémon out to dine together?"
"Of course not! Please do."
Tossing four Poké Balls into mid-air, Mewtwo, Kirlia, Latias, and Braixen emerged from their balls successively!
"Everyone—get ready to eat... Eh!?"
Before he could finish, he was pounced on and hugged by something furry.
Having been locked in the ball for most of the day, Braixen seemed to be extremely anxious, her big tail with the branch stuck in it wagging incessantly.
So passionate... probably what a girl madly in love looks like.
Just as he was about to gently stroke her head, a mesugaki voice rang in his heart—
"Master Zako, haven't seen you for a little while, did you miss me~"
Isn't that reversed? And also, did you just say those two words?
The young man snapped his fingers, and the little toy immediately started vibrating with a "bzzzz".
"Ugh ugh!" Braixen's endurance training began again...
"It's a rare chance to rest, let everyone out for some fresh air too!"
Metagross, Skarmory, Aggron, and a bunch of other big guys formed a very stark contrast with the art style on Lorze's side!
The private room, which was originally so spacious it was almost a waste, immediately became very cramped.
At the dining table after that, the big and small girlfriends scrambled to stuff delicious food into the young man's mouth. Lorze, of course, accepted everything indiscriminately. He stretched out his arms and hugged them together, his face radiating bubbles of extreme happiness.
It's just that... Steven on the other side couldn't quite enjoy this kind of blessing.
"Hey, don't copy Sir Lorze and the others in this kind of thing!"
"Metag!" "Roar—"
But the Pokémon ignored him, just gleefully mimicking and stuffing things into Steven's mouth, making the elegant Hoenn Champion flustered for a moment!
It wasn't until lunch ended, and the Pokémon were resting on the side holding their full bellies, that Steven began his real action—
An assistant from outside the private room brought Steven a briefcase. At first, Lorze didn't pay attention, until he handed the thing to him.
"Sir Lorze, because the time coming to the Kalos region was somewhat rushed, I wasn't able to host you properly. Whether it's this meal or these things... they are all a token of my appreciation."
Looking at the serious-faced Hoenn Champion, even Lorze was a bit stunned: Making it so formal, what exactly is it?
Taking the briefcase with both hands and opening it carefully, lying quietly inside was a glass bead.
"Sir Lorze is knowledgeable and experienced, you must be able to tell what this is."
From the green and pink DNA-like spirals, it could be distinguished—Gardevoir's Mega Stone!
And the other thing was a booklet: Delphox Training Guide.
"Sir Lorze, please... by all means, take me to visit the underground Diamond Domain!"