Led by the boy, the two of them followed the road up a slope before finally entering the laboratory's main hall.
The laboratory's main building had three floors.
Many long tables filled the ground-floor hall, while a large square table stood in the very center, covered with computers and all sorts of mysterious instruments.
A circular base at the center of that table had three small, spherical recesses.
Yong knew those were where the Pokémon Balls went.
Specifically, the three Pokémon Balls prepared for new Trainers, along with their first Pokémon.
Speaking of the Kanto Region's starter Pokémon...
Yong felt that Squirtle, Bulbasaur, and Charmander might be the most iconic-and strongest-generation of all.
Whether it was their three-stage evolution lines, Mega Evolution, base stats, innate talents, or growth potential, the original starters were impeccable.
On the other side of the table stood an exquisite machine: the latest Pokémon Transfer System!
The laboratory's second floor housed laboratories, an archive room, a materials room, and Professor Oak's lounge.
The second floor was also the heart of the laboratory.
The third floor likewise housed laboratories, along with a wealth of precision instruments and experimental data. Professor Oak's Laboratory also boasted an exceptionally extensive collection of books!
"Huh? Who are you two?"
Just as Yong and Cynthia were curiously examining the equipment around them, a figure came down the stairs to one side, holding a cup of instant noodles that gave off wisps of steam.
A white lab coat, graying hair, a brown shirt...
It was Professor Oak!
Yong and Cynthia exchanged a glance. They removed their hat and sunglasses respectively, then bowed respectfully to Professor Oak with faint smiles.
"Hello, Professor Oak! I'm Shiyan Yong, and this is Cynthia..."
Smack!
The instant noodles fell to the floor, provoking an indignant outburst from the