Chapter 618

But...

He is currently in the real Pokémon world.

What if Indeedee sister can also ask its brother to open a small stove and secretly learn some moves he doesn't know?

I say GF knows a hammer of Pokémon, have you asked the Pokémon for their own opinions!

Time soon came to night.

Under normal circumstances, Xiang Qingyu would watch TV with Sylveon on Saturday night, and by the way, comb its hair to enhance feelings.

However, it might be because he made it happy again after filming a video for Mew, this street-wandering guy who never stays in the Sunshine Gym for more than half a day, actually stayed for more than a day and hadn't left yet.

So the position that originally belonged to Xiang Qingyu was naturally occupied by Sylveon's good friend Mew.

On the sofa in the living room, Sylveon, Mew, and Mewtwo beside it, as well as Indeedee sister, sat in a row, watching a blockbuster produced by the Pokémon Factory in Unova.

"Unova Captain 3: Civil War"

Tells the story of the series movie protagonist Unova Captain Haxorus and teammate Escavalier breaking out in conflict, finally shaking hands and making peace, and working together to defeat the strong enemy Krookodile.

Unlike the romance movies Sylveon liked to watch in the past, this time it was a very bloody action blockbuster, so not only were the few "girlfriends" gathered, but even the cloned Pokémon also gathered, enjoying the stimulating battle scenes of fist-to-flesh.

Although the movie production looked very attentive, for some reason, Xiang Qingyu inexplicably had a strange sense of déjà vu.

My head is itchy, I feel like I'm going to grow a brain...

In order to prevent his embarrassment from breaking out on the spot, Xiang Qingyu decisively decided to return to his bedroom to play with his phone.

As a result, as soon as he took out his phone, a video call request from Cynthia popped up.

Xiang Qingyu couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.

To be honest, the contact between him and Cynthia during this period was indeed a bit small.

The reason is also very simple, they are both busy with their own careers.

Xiang Qingyu's side is still considered easy, the work of a gym leader is not as troublesome as he thought after he really got started.

He even had time to run to other regions, and easily brushed two copies of Master Mustard and Team Rocket.

But Cynthia's work is more complicated.

Besides being a hands-off champion who doesn't need to manage things and hands them over to the new Elite Four to handle, her main job is actually a mythology scholar.

In archaeology, when there are no activities, it might be boring to death, and Cynthia has time to chat with him on the phone every day, talking about interesting things happening around her.

But when she is really busy, high-intensity investigation work doesn't necessarily have time to play with the phone, and whether Rotom can act as a portable Wifi to work in various ruins is also a question mark.

Therefore, it is normal to lose contact with her for a period of time.

And during this period, the research team led by Professor Carolina started a new round of work.

Speaking of which, this matter actually has something to do with him.

Before, Cynthia came to find him to ask about the Spear Pillar ruins, and he didn't think much and directly shook out the fact that the slate might be the key to opening the truth.

The result is...

Cynthia, who had just finished the ruins investigation work, had work to do again.

This disappearance was nearly a month.

Therefore, after receiving the news from Cynthia again, the corners of Xiang Qingyu's mouth subconsciously tilted up.

After gently closing the bedroom door, Xiang Qingyu sat in front of the computer, scanned his handsome face through the pitch-black display, and then nodded with satisfaction, pressing the call button.

The phone screen flickered for a moment, and then what came into view was a golden-haired beauty wearing pajamas and elegantly yawning.

The dress is very casual, the movements also look very natural and casual, just like he is in the same room with her, waiting for her night chat after bathing.

"Is the work finished?"

When seeing her perfect face, Xiang Qingyu didn't know why he suddenly felt a bit more at ease, so he spoke gently with a smile.

"Hmm... it can be considered to have come to an end."

Cynthia also smiled faintly, casually moving a strand of hair naturally drooping on the side of her shoulder.

After the call was connected, the fatigue that couldn't be dissolved in the corners of her eyes disappeared instantly, replaced by a rapidly expanding desire to share.

"During this period, the ruins of all sizes in the entire Sinnoh region have been turned over by researchers."

"Xiang Qingyu, you were indeed right, the eighteen attribute slates created by Arceus in the legend seem to hide some information about the Spear Pillar ruins and Arceus."

"Through the joint efforts of all scholars in Sinnoh, we have currently discovered seventeen of them, and successfully deciphered the content of the ancient characters recorded on them."

"It is also thanks to the suggestions you provided that the research on Sinnoh mythology has made new progress."

"Although one normal-type slate is currently missing, it should not affect further research on the Spear Pillar ruins."

Chatting about her professional content, Cynthia's eyes immediately became lively, and the previous fatigue disappeared.

Xiang Qingyu on the other side of the video listened silently to her words, nodding secretly.

The destiny slate could only get seventeen pieces, the last normal-type Legend Plate was placed under the Snowpoint Temple, and it could only be obtained after activating the sleeping giant Regigigas.

Wanting to get it is probably not an easy thing...

Moreover, only those who understand the relevant plot of "Legends Arceus" know that there are actually nineteen slates in total.

Except for the slates corresponding to the eighteen attributes, the last Legend Plate had never appeared in any records before this.

Because it is the true core of Arceus's power, it is estimated that it is currently sleeping in the Sinnoh Temple together with Arceus, and it is impossible to find it at all.

However, missing these two slates really doesn't affect the research on the Spear Pillar ruins.

"I remember that the records about these slates mentioned that they possess a part of the source power of the Creation God Arceus, so they can show different functions through permutation and combination?"

Xiang Qingyu suddenly spoke.

He is not talking nonsense, this matter is also recorded in the Pokémon animation.

In the Diamond and Pearl chapter, the villain Team Galactic used the power of the slate, and in the subsequent theatrical versions, the slate appeared repeatedly, used to make the Jewel of Life and seal Hoopa's Prison Bottle.

Therefore, according to his speculation, the power of the slate should be similar to Unown, and can show various near-divine skill effects through permutation and combination.

"Hmm... about the same?"

Cynthia tilted her head, pointing her slender fingers at her chin.

"Currently, according to the research of Grandma and the others, combining the characters on some of the slates can get the whereabouts of three special gems respectively."

"However... the Lustrous Orb and Adamant Orb among them had already been discovered by previous researchers and were treasured in the historical museum of Eterna City."

"This is also the main reason why the current archaeological work can come to an end in advance."

Speaking of this, Cynthia's tone paused, and then she spoke slowly.

"As for the last Griseous Orb... we had originally investigated the ruins that might hide it according to the guidance of the slate, but after going deep into it, we didn't find anything."

"The research progress was also stuck because of this, and could not be further promoted."

"But as a result, a few days ago we received a letter from the private organization 'Team Galactic' in Veilstone City, they seem to have collected the Griseous Orb, and after hearing that we had a need, they took the initiative to send it over."

"It is the Team Galactic that has developed various Rotom devices and shown the true usage of Pokémon like Rotom to the whole world."

"That Mr. Cyrus, although he looks a bit cold, but in fact he is indeed a good person, people really can't be judged by their appearance."

"With his active support, next, as long as other researchers decipher the relevant content about opening the Spear Pillar ruins, we can enter the next stage of research."

Cynthia said with emotion.

"???"

After hearing Cynthia's words, Xiang Qingyu suddenly raised his eyebrows, and several question marks appeared on his head.

What the hell?

Team Galactic leader Cyrus took the initiative to send the Griseous Orb?

Is this joke a bit too big?

Logically speaking, Team Galactic should be the villain of the Sinnoh region, an evil organization established to capture the two divine beasts Dialga and Palkia.

As for Cyrus...

This one is even more heavy-duty.

He is a more extreme villain than Giovanni, believing that the human heart is an imperfect thing, wanting to use the power of divine beasts to destroy the world and create an extreme fanatic who creates a perfect new world.

He should have nothing to do with a good person, right?

Could it be... there is a conspiracy?

Just when Xiang Qingyu was thinking in his heart, Cynthia suddenly remembered something, so she spoke again with a smile:

"Speaking of which, Mr. Cyrus seems to know you, and specially mentioned your name in the letter sent to Grandma, saying that after you return to the Sinnoh region in the future, please be sure to meet him in Veilstone City."

"However, how come I don't know that you still know him?"

Cynthia asked with a hint of teasing.

"... maybe."

Regarding this, Xiang Qingyu could only give an ambiguous answer, trying to muddle through.

Good question.

Actually, I don't know that I actually know Cyrus...

Quality answer: I don't know.

Xiang Qingyu himself was also confused at this time.

Perhaps only by returning to the Sinnoh region and meeting Cyrus can it be possible to fill in this part of the blank memory.

Fortunately, Cynthia didn't dwell on this question.

"The content of the work is just these... I always feel like I'm reporting work to you unilaterally."

"It's rare to be able to chat with you relaxedly, I don't want to waste all the time on the topic of work."

Soon, she changed the topic and chatted about content that both sides had common topics.

"Speaking of which, the international competition schedule for this year has already come out, have you heard about this?"

"Hmm... I saw it in the League group."

Xiang Qingyu nodded.

As an "elite" who has officially become an eight-gym leader, he must understand the content of international competitions.

Initially, the Pokémon world only had the Masters Tournament, which has continued for thousands of years and is held every four years, for the strongest trainers in each region to compete and fight for the title of world champion.

And as the connection between regions gradually deepened, the importance of international competitions was gradually established, so the Pokémon League launched the Type Masters Tournament in recent years.

Among them, there are three Type Masters Tournaments every year, in groups of six years, until all eighteen types have been rotated, and then a new cycle begins.

The Dragon-type Masters Tournament that Cynthia participated in and easily won at the end of the year was one of them.

Getting a good ranking in international competitions, the points obtained can be used as an admission ticket for the Masters Tournament, which is extremely important for trainers at the forefront of the League.

And in this year's competition plan, it also includes three Type Masters Tournaments, which are:

The Psychic-type Masters Tournament at the end of March, held in Goldenrod City in the Johto region;

The Ice-type Masters Tournament in mid-June, held in Hau'oli City in the Alola region;

And the Flying-type Masters Tournament in early December, held in Castelia City in the Unova region.

It is said that after the Psychic-type Masters Tournament, there will be relevant information about new competitions, and Xiang Qingyu also paid a little attention.

Originally, he planned to watch the live broadcast on TV, and take this opportunity to explain the game for the fans after a long time.

But since Cynthia took the initiative to mention the topic related to the Masters Tournament...

If he didn't guess wrong, it should be that a certain golden-haired loser is also going to participate in this competition.

And the facts are exactly the same as he expected.

"This Psychic-type Masters Tournament, Caitlin has also confirmed her participation, as a display of strength before challenging the Unova Elite Four seat."

After getting Xiang Qingyu's affirmative reply, Cynthia soon got straight to the point.

"So she invited me to watch the game on the spot and witness her outstanding performance in the Masters Tournament."