At noon, Xinhai returned to his room. After having lunch with his companions, he continued researching Pokéblock recipes.
He adjusted the proportions of Chilan Berries and Pinap Berries, switched to a different herb to neutralize the medicinal properties, then made a small batch of samples for testing.
The results were somewhat better than before, but still far from ideal.
"The Type energy conversion rate is still too low..." Xinhai frowned at the data on his computer screen, lightly tapping his fingers against his chin.
"Looks like the issue isn't the proportions, but the whole energy framework behind it."
He scratched his head and leaned back in his chair, his gaze falling upon the expanse of azure sea outside the window.
Adjusting Pokéblock recipes was far more difficult than he had imagined.
Still, he was in no rush.
This was not something that could be rushed. It required gradual exploration, experimentation, and adjustment.
One day, he would make Pokéblocks suited to every one of his companions.
On the afternoon of the fourth day, the Sea Emperor sounded its horn three times.
"Dear passengers, we will soon arrive at the final destination of this voyage—Mossdeep City. Please gather your luggage and prepare to disembark."
The announcement echoed through the corridors, first in Japanese and then in the common language, gentle and clear.
Xinhai put his laptop into his backpack, returned the research tools and materials to their proper places one by one, then checked the room one last time to make sure he had not forgotten anything.
"Vee..." Eevee sat on the sofa, its large brown eyes gazing at the steadily approaching harbor beyond the window. Its fluffy tail swayed softly behind it as it let out a faint cry of reluctance.
Xinhai crouched down and rubbed its little head.
"What,