Jubilife City, General Headquarters.
The alarm suddenly blared.
"Quick, quick, quick!"
"We can't be late for Zorro, Section Chief's summons!"
All officers who were not on outdoor duty or special assignments arrived at the conference room immediately.
Zorro, impeccably dressed in a brown suit, took a sip of tea. "Everyone's here, right? Let's begin."
"Yes!"
All the officers had their notebooks ready, looking prepared for anything.
They had to be serious, as Zorro would ask questions randomly.
Zorro pressed a button on the remote, and Hunter D's picture immediately appeared on the projection screen.
"Pokémon Hunters are a criminal group that illegally poaches and sells Pokemon; you're all aware of them."
"Code-named Hunter D, he appeared on the north coast of Jubilife City, aiming to capture Shaymin from Floaroma Town. Li Wei from Zhuqing Breeding Center reported it and made the arrest."
The projection switched to on site pictures, including Li Wei treating Shaymin's injuries.
"But we cannot say that Li Wei made the arrest, as this would cause the Pokémon Hunters to transfer their hatred onto him."
Zorro looked at the Jenny responsible for public relations. "When reporting, obscure Li Wei's information. Just say it was a kind-hearted citizen who was happy to help."
This Jenny was specifically in charge of liaising with reporters and public relations. "Yes!"
"Pokémon Hunters are a very large organization; they won't stop until they achieve their goal."
"They are highly likely to try and capture Shaymin and other rare Pokemon again. Floaroma Town and Jubilife City must strengthen their patrols."
"I have submitted requests for assistance to the League Investigators and International Police, and I believe someone will come down to assist with the investigation very soon."
"Additionally, I plan to strengthen police presence in some important locations, which will involve some jurisdictional transfers. You can also submit voluntary applications; they can be submitted after the meeting. Others, please convey this to those who are absent."
"Yes!"
Several locations appeared on the projection.
Leading the list was Zhuqing Breeding Center, along with several remote locations like Floaroma Town's flower fields.
Places like the Global Trade Center, Ibu Bullet Screen Video Network, Pokétch Company, and Trainer Schools, while important, are all in the city center.
The city is a region that Pokémon Hunters never venture into; they always operate in the suburbs or deep in the mountains.
Zorro's meetings were always highly efficient; when it was time to end, it ended. "Meeting adjourned."
At the same time, Zhuqing Jenny also explained the general course of events to Wen Hui and the others.
"After Mr. Li Wei reported the incident, the police forces of Floaroma Town and Jubilife City immediately dispatched.
With Mr. Li Wei's help, we successfully apprehended the Pokémon Hunters."
Although it was fabricated,
Fortunately, Zhuqing Jenny's acting skills were good.
Clap, clap, clap—
Shion spontaneously clapped her hands.
Noticing everyone looking at her, Shion playfully stuck out her tongue. "I think Xiao Wei Ge is really amazing!"
Floaroma TownJenny gave a kind smile and also started clapping, and the applause immediately rose like a tide.
Perhaps Li Wei wouldn't be able to appear on Jubilife TV or the hottest Shinou Now program,
But both Jennys believed that Li Wei deserved applause.
"Then we shall take our leave."
Wen Hui suggested, "It's getting late. Why don't you stay for dinner?"
Floaroma TownJenny actually really wanted to stay. She knew Li Wei's cooking, as she was a fan of his.
However, she wasn't the one making the decision.
She was just a younger sister.
Zhuqing Jenny shook her head. "I really can't. Maybe another time."
Wen Hui picked up two boxes of packed muffins. "Then, take these to eat on the way so you don't get hungry."
Zhuqing Jenny wanted to refuse, but she couldn't decline the warm invitation.
"Thank you very much."
After the two Jennys left, the others turned to look at Shaymin in Lucario's arms.
"Is this Shaymin?"
"Shaymin."
Although this Shaymin was hunted by Pokémon Hunters, it did not fear humans because of it.
"This is my dad, this is my mom…"
Li Wei introduced everyone in the room to Shaymin one by one, and it was all normal.
"This is Da You Ge…"
"Shaymin!"
Shaymin only showed its backside to Da You Ge, its head tucked into Lucario's embrace.
"Again?!" (￣ω￣;)
Da You Ge and Incineroar stared at each other.
"Gao!" (• ́へ • ́ ╬)
Incineroar used Disdain on Da You Ge.
"You're disdaining me now? You're not much better!"
Li Wei shrugged. "It's still because you're too imposing."
If Li Wei was Affinity Intermediate, and Xiao Rou was Affinity Master Class,
Then Da You Ge was Deterrence Master Class.
Whether human or Pokemon, facing Da You Ge would unconsciously cause them to feel fear and dread.
This wasn't entirely a bad thing.
At least no one dared to boss Da You Ge around.
Some Pokemon have unruly, mischievous personalities.
If gentle persuasion didn't work, then Da You Ge could come in handy.
Last time, a group of wild Mankey got too carried away fighting,
Da You Ge went over and gave each Mankey a punch, and they sobered up, becoming obedient.
"In any case, Shaymin will be staying here for now. Just so you know, don't spread it outside."
Shion chirped, "Got it! Don't worry, Xiao Wei Ge!"
The others also expressed their understanding.
"It looks like it's almost dinner time. The Master League opening ceremony is about to start, right?"
Da You Ge nodded. "It starts at five, but with commercials, it should be around 5:15."
Comrade Leon asked, "Why are you so familiar with this?"
"Did you forget what I used to do?"
"Oh, you were a boxer."
"What do you mean, just a boxer?!"
Leon was already ignoring the enraged Da You Ge. "Lance vs. Cynthia, that's going to be a great match!"
Rui Xi pushed up her glasses. "The second match, Steven vs. Kaluni, is pretty much a foregone conclusion. Steel-type is too strong against Fairy-type, and Kaluni's ace is Gardevoir."
Today, Kaluni will be… defeated.
However, it was normal for Rui Xi to say this; she was a Steven fan.
"Work first. We'll watch the match together when it starts."
Since Comrade Wen Hui, who managed the accounts, had spoken, everyone dispersed to work.
"Take good care of Shaymin."
"Lucario."
(Leave it to me.)
Because Lucario had descended like a god and saved it, Shaymin loved to stay in Lucario's arms.
After instructing Lucario, Li Wei went to the room specifically for grooming hair.
"Uncle, are you free?"
Uncle hadn't been around earlier and didn't even know Jenny had visited; he was busy designing a hairstyle for a Vulpix.
"Just say it directly."
Even now, he was styling a Pokemon while chatting with Li Wei.
"Can you design something for me from this that I can wear on my body? A pendant, ring, bracelet, or tie pin would all work."
Uncle adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses, and after a closer look, he was stunned.
"A key stone, where did you get it?"
"I snatched it from a Pokémon Hunter."
Li Wei directly shifted the blame.
"Alright, keep it for now. I'll need to ask for your input before I can design it."