Celadon University, Lecture Hall.
Flowers and plants flourished at Celadon University, and the fragrance of fresh grass and sweet blossoms filled the air, even in the Lecture Hall.
Climbing vines crept up to the windows like geckos, and Pidgey and Hoothoot could be seen perched in the trees outside.
A wild Pikachu had also climbed onto the windowsill and was peering curiously into the Lecture Hall.
On the podium, a man who looked both professional and approachable surveyed the room with a smile. Two unusual "teaching assistants" stood beside him.
"Pika?"
Pikachu tilted its head curiously, its left ear drooping as its head moved.
"Pika!"
The young Pikachu was captivated by Diancie's shimmering pink glow.
But the young Pikachu made no move.
Having spent so long at Celadon Academy, it knew this was called a class, and that it must not interrupt at a time like this.
Groups of Oddish and Bellsprout could be seen on the lawns and in the gardens, while Metapod and Kakuna hung from the trees.
In the Artificial Lake, Goldeen, Magikarp, and Wooper swam freely.
This was an academy where humans and Pokémon lived together in harmony.
To Li Wei's left stood Lucario, tall and straight, with keen eyes and a powerful presence.
Even more eye-catching was the exceedingly rare Mythical Pokémon, Diancie, who hovered slightly behind Li Wei's right shoulder.
Diancie carried herself elegantly, observing the students with a hint of curiosity in her pink eyes.
At the same time, hundreds of eyes were observing Diancie.
Shaymin might have felt nervous, but Diancie was different. She thoroughly enjoyed the attention.
Some were born for the stage.
Diancie was one of them.
In addition, a uniquely designed red Pokédex floated beside Li Wei.
"Lesson materials ready, Rotom!"
Li Wei had already introduced himself and told