Rota City, Cameran Palace.
Li Wei, Ash, and Brock had made it into the city without trouble. To ensure Ash could take part in the Aura Guardian Festival,
they changed into period clothing as soon as they entered, then went to carry out Professor Oak's request.
They were to find Dr. Lorenz Behemos.
"Look up some information on Dr. Lorenz Behemos for me."
The Pokédex Rotom floating beside Li Wei saluted.
"No problem, Roto!"
Ash said excitedly, "You can look things up, too? I want one so badly!"
What Li Wei didn't tell Ash was that he would indeed be getting one very soon.
That was also why Professor Oak had sent Ash on this errand.
He could have simply given it to Ash, but it was better to have Ash put in the work first.
"Found it, Roto!"
"Dr. Lorenz Behemos, age sixty. His research focuses on the history of ancient and modern warfare in the Pokémon world, with particular emphasis on the Rota region."
"His research primarily concerns the evolution of Pokémon's roles in warfare, their tactical applications, and changing ethical standards, Roto!"
"His subjects include ancient warfare, medieval warfare, modern conflicts, and forgotten conflicts..."
Dr. Lorenzo was also a graduate of Celadon University and a close friend of Professor Oak's.
Celadon University really was brimming with talent!
As they chatted, they arrived at Dr. Lorenzo's research institute.
His institute was in the southern part of Cameran Palace, right along their route to the town center.
When they reached Dr. Lorenzo's institute, the Itemfinder in Li Wei's backpack vibrated.
That meant there was a valuable item inside Dr. Lorenzo's research institute.
But... this was Dr. Lorenzo's institute. Li Wei couldn't just search it at will.
Li Wei stepped forward.
"Professor Oak sent us to deliver some research materials."