Drake was rescued. However, because he had been in a coma for a long time, he fell asleep again soon after proving Aoki's innocence. Drake was very surprised that they had suspected Aoki. He really hadn't expected that they would associate the whole incident with Aoki. However, although it was proved that it was not Aoki who did it, Drake still could not confirm who the real perpetrator was. Because the other party's body was hidden very well, they were clearly an expert who specialized in this kind of covert operation. It was not surprising that such talent appeared within the Hunter's Guild or Team Rocket. The Hunter's Guild in the Hoenn region had been uprooted, and the panicked Team Magma and Team Aqua now dared not show their heads at all.
Adams led everyone away so that Drake could have a good rest and recover as soon as possible. Once back in his office, Matsuda felt a sense of pride. Not only had his disciple's suspicion been cleared, but it was also because of the abilities and methods Aoki demonstrated, which were comparable to those of a high-level Breeder. He had once made a request to Aoki, asking him to reach the level of an advanced Trainer within a certain period of time, otherwise he would have to give up the path of a Trainer. Unexpectedly, only a year had passed and Aoki had already achieved it. As for why he hadn't taken the official test, Matsuda and Adams had already formed their own understandings. A tree that stands out in the forest will be destroyed by the wind. Being high-profile could be good, but being too high-profile was not necessarily a positive thing.
"Aoki, it is true that I did not handle this situation well. To express my apology, you may make one request of me that is within my power to grant," Adams said to Aoki with a smile from his chair. Hearing this, Aoki fell into deep thought. What he wanted most now was, of course, to become one of the Elite Four. But not counting the potential of Mega Evolution and the power of his Aggron, there was still a significant gap in his overall strength. Becoming one of the Elite Four was clearly unrealistic at this juncture. However, this incident had also served as a wake-up call for Aoki. Who said that no one in Team Rocket would be believed except for Giovanni? Although he did not know which cadre had been captured this time or why they knew of his existence, the words of a cadre-level member still carried some weight. Otherwise, the Pokemon League would not have sent someone to investigate him. After this incident, it was unlikely to happen again for a long time, but no one could be sure of what the future held. Aoki could only strive to improve his strength faster to deal with any emergencies. The other priority was to elevate his status as quickly as possible to a level that even the League could not easily doubt—for example, by becoming one of the Elite Four of a region. In the future, Koga would be his role model. If Team Rocket executives could implicate one of the Elite Four with just their words, Giovanni would probably be delighted to do so. Becoming one of the Elite Four was like obtaining a protective talisman. Even Giovanni could not easily pry into the identities of the Elite Four, let alone the cadres of Team Rocket. Even being the weakest of the Elite Four would not matter. Aoki had never felt such a strong desire for the position of an Elite Four member before. If that was not possible… aligning with the Jenny family or the Joy family was also an option to consider… However, for the sake of personal freedom, this could only be an alternative, a last resort.
"Mr. President, may I have access to the League's main data room? I have many questions and problems for which I seek answers," Aoki said after thinking for a while. Adams was taken aback by Aoki's request. Was this really what he wanted? Even if this incident had not occurred, if Aoki had made this request, Adams would likely have agreed to it. "Are you certain?" Adams confirmed. Aoki nodded. He was not short on resources at the moment. The raid on Team Rocket's resource exchange office had provided enough supplies to last for half a year, and only a month and a half had passed, so there was still a considerable stockpile. He had enough Pokemon and did not need to capture more in the short term. Aoki still believed in refining his existing Pokemon rather than increasing their numbers. Therefore, the most helpful thing at the moment was to expand his own system database. The last time, he had downloaded a large amount of Pokemon data from Team Rocket's database, but Team Rocket was still Team Rocket; most of the information was rather niche. For example, methods to quickly enhance a Pokemon's strength at the cost of their potential, or ways to improve a Pokemon's aptitude at the expense of their lifespan. The scientists of Team Rocket were indeed powerful, but these means were unnecessary for Aoki, who was not yet that desperate. Some of these methods could be integrated for reference but could not be used directly. As for normal Pokemon training, the League's data was undoubtedly the most comprehensive. Not to mention Tyranitar, Blaziken, and Weavile, it was also Aoki's first time training Pokemon like Riolu, Kirlia, and Seadra. Gaining access to the experience of predecessors would certainly help him avoid many detours in the future.
Seeing that Aoki did not hesitate, Adams did not press further. He quickly wrote on a piece of paper and then handed it to Aoki. "This grants one hour of access to the data room. You may go by yourself." Taking the note, Aoki saw Adams's signature and seal on it. One hour was sufficient for data screening and downloading. Holding the note, Aoki nodded to the two of them and left. Adams watched Aoki depart and said to Matsuda, "Matsuda, did we go too far before? Aoki's request truly makes me feel ashamed." Matsuda rolled his eyes and said, "Do not involve me. You are the one who went too far." But soon, his expression turned complicated. "Do not worry, this young man is no ordinary person. His thinking is far more mature than his peers. He does not care about your attitude at all. Practical benefits are likely more attractive to him." Hearing what Matsuda said, Adams sighed helplessly. He would have to find a way to compensate him properly in the future. A chance to look up information was practically nothing. Then he looked at Ergas, who was still sitting beside him. He felt irritated. It was all because of this guy. He had come with grand promises and brought the investigation order from the Pokemon League. That was right, it was all his fault! Adams seemed to have found the best outlet for his inner frustrations. Ergas's face stiffened as he felt Adams's gaze. He had kept silent and tried to remain inconspicuous, but he hadn't expected Adams to still focus on him. Aoki clearing his own name had plunged the entire matter into an unknown mystery once more. But he didn't have time to ponder that now. The key was how to appease the anger of Adams and Matsuda. Although he was not under their direct jurisdiction, if they were to complain to the Pokemon League, given the influence of the two of them, he would probably have to prepare himself for a long assignment away from any position of importance.