Whenever they passed through an area, the group stopped for a brief tour under Branch Chief Faba's guidance.
"This is Research Laboratory B. Its main focus is gathering information on Ultra Beasts and researching 'energy auras'..."
"These are the staff dormitories, where the island's workers and researchers live..."
"This is the Pokémon Day Care, where we look after young Pokémon..."
"This is the observation room, where we treat Pokémon injured by Ultra Beasts..."
"This is the recreation area. It has entertainment facilities and also serves as a living and rest area. Oh, and the island has some unique collectibles, which are kept here too..."
Branch Chief Faba was clearly a capable guide. He gave Yong and Cynthia a fairly detailed overview of Aether Paradise's facilities and layout, while deftly steering clear of sensitive subjects and more closely guarded secrets.
Fortunately, Yong and Cynthia had come with no particular agenda. They were only here out of curiosity and at Olivia's invitation.
Instead, the two were more interested in the environment and the complex's design. Its advanced technology and research into Ultra Beasts were worth learning about.
And so they continued, walking and stopping along the way, until they lost track of how much time had passed...
Then another member of the Aether Foundation ran over and addressed the group with a smile.
"Branch Chief Faba, Lady Olivia, Lady Lusamine is back! Her airship has just landed!"
Everyone's expression changed at the news. Branch Chief Faba looked a little surprised, while Olivia smiled faintly. Apart from Yong and Cynthia, who remained composed, everyone else-including Kiawe and Lana-looked eager.
Olivia gave a small smile.
"It looks like she's finished dealing with it."
Branch Chief Faba nodded with a smile and looked at Yong and Cynthia.
"She must have heard you two were here