Subsequently, Ye Gai gave Chen Kai a notebook, which Ye Gai had obtained from a friend, containing insights on raising Dipplin and Archaludon.
He arranged for Chen Kai to begin training the two Dipplin today, whether it was eating together or sleeping together; the goal was for them to successfully accomplish tasks together, thereby improving their chemistry.
At this moment, Bai Yuchun and Sun Qian, with dark circles under their eyes, finally arrived at the Botanical Garden.
“What have you two been up to!” Ye Gai asked his two mischievous students with a hint of amusement.
Sun Qian replied a bit sheepishly, “Uh… we went to the suburbs last night to look for a spy’s hidden treasure.”
“Did you find it?”
Bai Yuchun scratched his head, “No, we didn’t.”
Ye Gai was puzzled, “Then why do you both have such big dark circles under your eyes? Did someone beat you up?”
“Actually, we were looking for treasure so late last night that we missed the last bus, and the place was too remote to get a taxi, so we rode shared bikes home. By the time we got home, it was already daylight.”
“Then why are you here now?”
Bai Yuchun said dejectedly, “Uh… our parents scolded us terribly and told us to continue training with you, Teacher, and not to stop.”
Ye Gai laughed in exasperation, “Go home and sleep! Tell your parents I said so.
Come back tomorrow, and your training will be doubled!”
“Ah!!!” the two mischievous students wailed.
“If you ‘ah’ again, your daily training will be doubled!”
“No more ‘ah’s! We’re going back to sleep.” Sun Qian was scared and quickly scurried away.
Chen Kai watched Chun Jie also flee in disarray, his face almost cramping from laughter. It seemed only he would be training in the Botanical Garden today.
Then, he began to follow Teacher Ye Gai’s instructions, focusing on training Xiao Mei in Thunderbolt, Electric Net, Charge, and Dazzling Gleam, along with some Thunder Wave practice.
On the other side, Chen Kai released both Dipplin from their apples, and they jumped rope and played games together to build rapport.
After a day of training, the results were minimal; the two Dipplin no longer argued, at least not outwardly.
According to Chen Kai’s original plan, the Dipplin should have started learning Dragon Voice Encouragement by now, but given the current situation, he decided against it. If two were this troublesome, seven would be chaos!
Ye Gai comforted Chen Kai, stating that training Pokemon could not be rushed and told Chen Kai to relax and take his time.
As Chen Kai was about to go home to rest, he received a call from his grandfather.
“Xiao Kai, come to the hotel for dinner tonight. Remember to invite Gym Leader Ye and Chun Jie. I’ll send you the address in a bit!”
Chen Kai asked curiously, “Why so sudden?”
His grandfather laughed happily, “Haha, your uncle got promoted to Section Chief, so tonight I’m treating you all to a big meal. Your parents are too far away, otherwise I’d invite them too.”
“Okay, Grandpa!” Chen Kai turned to Ye Gai and said:
“Hehe, Teacher, my uncle got promoted to Section Chief. Would you do us the honor of joining us for dinner?”
Ye Gai patted Chen Kai’s head and said with a smile, “What honor? It’s a big celebration, of course I’ll come if you invite me.”
Chen Kai rubbed his head, “Hehe, I’ll send a message to Chun Jie and Qian Jie too!”
Before long, Chen Kai and Ye Gai arrived at a large hotel. At this time, Bai Zhaoxing was already standing at the hotel entrance, beaming with joy, warmly greeting every arriving guest. As soon as Teacher Ye Gai appeared, Bai Zhaoxing strode forward, shook Ye Gai’s hand, and said, “Teacher Ye, it’s truly an honor to have you here!”
Ye Gai responded with a smile, “Congratulations on your promotion, Mr. Bai.”
Bai Zhaoxing laughed heartily, “Haha, please come in, please come in. Let’s have a good get-together today! My nephew, this child, owes so much to your guidance. I’ve always been grateful. You must enjoy this meal today!”
“Alright!”
Upon entering the private room, Chen Kai released Xiao Mei, Miraidon, and Dipplin.
Private rooms in hotels on Blue Star all have Pokemon activity areas. As long as they are not exceptionally tall, like an Alola Exeggutor, Pokemon can move around in the private room and enjoy delicious Pokemon food.
“Xiao Kai! Over here.” Inside the private room, Zhao Mingzhu had already taken her seat, waving to Chen Kai and greeting him.
Today, she had meticulously styled her hair, letting it fall smoothly over her shoulders. She wore a simple yet elegant dress; though its color was not striking, it was well-tailored.
“Zhao Jie, you’re already here.” Chen Kai responded.
“Of course! It’s Director Bai’s promotion banquet, so I definitely had to come early.” Zhao Mingzhu said with a smile.
Chen Kai teased, “Holy cow, Zhao Jie, you washed your hair and now you’re sucking up to the boss?”
Zhao Mingzhu waved her hand, “Oh, please! That cowardly spy was caught, so now I dare to wash my hair.
Besides, how many people in the Research Institute want to curry favor with Director Bai? Me saying a few polite words is nothing.”
Chen Kai was somewhat confused, “Is Section Chief a big deal?”
“That depends on the department. Director Bai is now in Charge of the Fossil Restoration Department.” Zhao Mingzhu said, wagging her finger. Seeing that Chen Kai was still puzzled, she continued to explain:
“The Fossil Restoration Department of the Kyoto Pokemon Research Institute is the largest department for reviving Fossil Pokemon in the country. Over eighty percent of the Fossil Pokemon in Long Country are revived here!”
Chen Kai exclaimed, “That’s very impressive!”
Chen Kai had previously learned online that, besides the four mis-spliced Fossil Pokemon on Blue Star, the other 11 Fossil Pokemon all had cases of revival, and Long Country occasionally unearthed fossils of these 11 Pokemon.
And just as Zhao Mingzhu said, many people from the Kyoto Research Institute came with congratulatory gifts to attend Bai Zhaoxing’s promotion banquet.
Chen Kai recalled never seeing so many people even during holidays. Moreover, many who couldn't come due to other commitments had entrusted others to bring gifts on their behalf.
However, his uncle and grandfather did not accept them. Section Chief Hu had only been gone for two days; accepting many gifts at this time would be asking for trouble.
Among the gift-givers, the name Dong Gang piqued Ye Gai’s interest.
Ye Gai chuckled, “That kid, he’s also learned this gift-giving routine.”
Chen Kai asked, “Teacher, who is that?”
Ye Gai explained, “Dong Gang is the Rock-type Gym Leader in Kyoto. We often work out together, so we’re quite familiar.
But indeed, I heard him say he really wants an Aerodactyl or an Archen, but he’s always been on the waiting list, hahaha.”
It seems my uncle really holds a lot of power!
I wonder if he could get me a Fossil Pokemon too, any one would be fine!
Soon after, Bai Yuchun and Sun Qian also arrived. When Chun Jie heard that Bai Zhaoxing had been promoted to Section Chief of the Fossil Department, her first words were:
“I wonder if Uncle Zhaoxing could get me a Fossil Pokemon too!
For that, even if he forced me to live in a mansion and drive a luxury car, I’d be willing!”
Ye Gai mercilessly countered, “Unless you can dig up a fossil yourself, don’t even think about it.
You’re going to be a senior in high school soon, and you’re still idling away your days. You should think more about what your second Pokemon should be.”
“Hey! Shouldn’t you, Teacher, help me choose?!” Bai Yuchun complained, slumping onto the table.
Ye Gai felt his blood pressure rising, “You don’t like the ones I choose for you!”
“But neither Torterra nor Ferrothorn matches my lady-like temperament!”
Ye Gai had nothing more to say and simply turned his head to chat with Chen Kai and Sun Qian.