Another month had passed, and the Stone Manor had grown into a hive of activity.
Underground, Albert's laboratory hummed softly as customized devices simulated energy, monitored type affinity, and subtly adjusted environmental conditions.
Above ground, the Pokémon yard flourished, each area carefully designed to suit the emerging affinities of the Eevee groups.
Albert had begun active environmental stimulation, aligning each group with conditions that best resonated with their affinities:
The Dark-oriented Eevee were guided by soft, silver moonlight that filtered through the trees at dusk. Shadows created gentle play areas where they could explore, observe, and interact at their own pace. Albert often sat among them at night, projecting calm reassurance and observing their behaviors, ensuring each felt secure and accepted.
Psychic-oriented Eevee thrived in sunlit areas with open spaces. Albert engaged with them daily, projecting thoughts and emotions, creating a subtle dialogue through his psychic abilities. Their reactions were immediate and nuanced—shifting, attentive, and responsive to his mental cues. He carefully measured their engagement, delighting in the flashes of insight and curiosity in their eyes.
Grass-oriented Eevee were placed in verdant gardens, sunlight spilling across patches of earth and clusters of foliage. Albert encouraged them to explore, dig, and play with natural elements, observing how they instinctively interacted with the living environment. He ensured the soil and plants were undisturbed, letting them develop harmony with their surroundings.
Ice-oriented Eevee occupied shaded enclosures with cool air and icy energy gently simulated through his devices. Albert monitored their comfort, adjusting temperature and energy levels to encourage calm, focused behavior without stress. He marveled at their subtle reactions—tails flicking, ears adjusting to the faint chill, movements precise and deliberate.
Fairy-oriented Eevee were drawn to playful zones rich with emotional energy. Albert projected joy, kindness, and calm excitement, encouraging gentle interactions with him and with one another. Playful lights, soft harmonics, and emotionally positive signals created a lively atmosphere, and the Fairy-oriented Eevee responded with exuberant curiosity, forming bonds both with Albert and among themselves.
Throughout the day, Albert carefully maintained the happiness of each Eevee, measuring subtle changes through psychic impressions and environmental sensors.
He prioritized personal bonds with the more emotionally sensitive groups—the Dark, Psychic, and Fairy-oriented Eevee—spending one-on-one time daily.
The Dark group thrived under his patient reassurance, learning to trust and explore freely. The Psychic group resonated deeply with his mental cues, often seeking prolonged interaction and displaying subtle signs of recognition. The Fairy group, playful and emotionally receptive, eagerly approached him, responding to each projection of care and encouragement.
Even as the laboratory's instruments worked tirelessly to track affinity and monitor well-being, Albert's focus remained on the living beings themselves. He moved seamlessly among the groups, adjusting environmental cues, observing interactions, and reinforcing bonds through psychic communication
Steven often arrived home from school to find Albert in the yard, quietly guiding the Eevee or testing new environmental adjustments. "They all seem… really happy," he said one afternoon, watching the Fairy-oriented Eevee chase glowing lights in playful arcs.
Albert smiled softly, crouching to stroke a Dark-oriented Eevee's fur. "Happiness and trust are essential to sensitive Pokémon such as Eevee."
By the end of the month, the Eevee of Stone Manor had begun to show subtle but significant behavioral distinctions. They interacted more confidently with their surroundings, responded to environmental stimuli according to affinity, and exhibited increasing awareness of Albert's presence.