"Hmph. For a truly outstanding Trainer, even the best Poké Balls are of little use. Having truly exceptional Pokémon is what matters!"
Beside them, Professor Sasaki, wearing round-framed glasses, gave a cold snort and continued, "As long as you cooperate with my research, Ye Lan, I can gift you a talented Fossil Pokémon!"
"Not only that, if we can achieve the top-tier result of researching how Trainers use Pokémon moves, I can also provide a full set of Mega Stones for any Pokémon you designate!"
The other two professors present both turned to look at Professor Sasaki, clearly not expecting him to make such a lavish offer.
Even for someone of Professor Sasaki's means, a talented Fossil Pokémon plus a full set of Mega Stones would be a costly expense.
However, the two quickly came to their senses and silently cursed that shameless old man.
A research result on "how Trainers use Pokémon moves"? What kind of result was that? It was a top-tier scientific breakthrough capable of setting off a fourth wave in the Trainer world. It would not be an exaggeration to say it could change the existing landscape of the Trainer field.
Compared to such a research result, a set of Mega Stones was like heaven and earth.
Yet Ye Lan, like a naïve young man fresh out into the world, still asked with burning eyes, "Really? That's wonderful! Professor Sasaki, I'll definitely cooperate with your research properly!"
Professor Sasaki's eyes lit up. He had not expected Ye Lan to be so agreeable. Just as he was about to invite Ye Lan to his laboratory, he heard Ye Lan continue.
"I've always wanted a full set of Serperior Mega Stones. I never expected my wish to come true here with you, Professor. As your junior, even if