This is just like some research challenges from Natsuhiko's previous life, where scientists worldwide attempt to decipher these puzzles.
However, due to Natsuhiko's intentional or unintentional hint, Dr. Yamanashi found the breakthrough in this research, interrupting his original plan to travel across the Pokemon Realm.
Neither knew exactly how, but they decided to collaborate on this research.
Thus, after meeting Sakuragi, Dr. Yamanashi, and Professor Oak, Natsuhiko met yet another remarkable Pokemon Doctor.
The relationship between Dr. Yamanashi and Professor Elm is somewhat akin to that between Sakuragi and Natsuhiko.
Both mentor and friend.
The four boarded a special vehicle sent by the league and headed for the Sakuragi Research Institute in Withered Leaf City.
This newly constructed "Sakuragi Research Institute" looked even grander than the "Eevee Evolution Research Institute" Natsuhiko previously visited.
Coupled with Sakuragi's conferment ceremony and an upcoming academic conference covering most areas of the Pokemon Realm, the institute was adorned exceptionally lavishly.
On the lawn outside the institute, many doctors and researchers gathered in small groups, discussing various topics.
In terms of atmosphere alone.
This is undoubtedly the most grand gathering in the Pokemon Research Community in recent years.
Every researcher feels honored to receive an invitation.
Of course, one could attend without an invitation.
For instance, Natsuhiko didn't have an invitation.
But Sakuragi personally phoned him to invite him.
As soon as they got off the car.
"Dr. Yamanashi, Professor Elm!"
Sakuragi, who had already received the news, proactively approached them.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Sakuragi's gaze fell on Natsuhiko and Hilona.
His smile widened.
"Natsuhiko, Hilona, you made it."
"Mr. Sakuragi." The two nodded in greeting.
Hilona knew Natsuhiko's identity, so she wasn't surprised by Sakuragi's enthusiasm.
Meanwhile, Dr. Yamanashi and Professor Elm greeted Sakuragi and went off to meet some old friends.
"Follow me."
Natsuhiko and Hilona then followed Sakuragi into the institute.
Although newly built, its facilities were complete and new, but Sakuragi's materials and Pokémon from the "Eevee Evolution Research Institute" had not been moved over.
They arrived at an office-like place.
Sakuragi took out two books covered with certificates from a drawer.
"What's this..."
"The first book is your diploma, which has been with me for a long time, and I've never had a chance to give it to you. The second is your researcher certificate, waiting for this identity reveal for a stamp," Sakuragi smiled and said.
A bachelor's degree is just a basic foundation for research.
The second researcher certificate is the key.
It not only represents a higher degree but also signifies identity.
Only with this certificate could Natsuhiko truly be considered a researcher.
But clearly, Hilona's focus wasn't on these two certificates; she looked at Natsuhiko with some surprise, "You're revealing your identity?"
Natsuhiko touched his nose, "Yes."
Hilona didn't ask, and Natsuhiko wouldn't just voluntarily say, "I'm revealing my identity already, right?"
"Okay, take a look around yourselves first. At six this evening, after my conferment ceremony, Natsuhiko, listen to my arrangement." Sakuragi patted Natsuhiko's shoulder before leaving.
As the host, he was quite busy today.
Then, only Natsuhiko and Hilona were left, staring at each other.
But soon, Hilona took out her phone.
"What are you doing?" Natsuhiko had a vague sense of foreboding.
Hilona mischievously raised her head, smilingly shaking her phone, saying, "Lance and the others aren't very attentive to this stuff, so I'll help notify them."
Natsuhiko: "..."
[Hilona]: There's a conferment ceremony for Mr. Sakuragi tonight, everyone should pay attention, there's a surprise.
Seeing Hilona's rarely seen youthful playful side.
Natsuhiko rubbed his forehead.
This hurdle might be hard to avoid.
[Stone-Loving Flint]: I'm on site.
[Almost Graduate Kona]: I'm here too
[Most Handsome Dragon Master]: Is everyone here? I'm coming over!
[Natsuhiko]: ...