[All Major Pokémon Leagues Jointly Issue Interview Invitation — The Pioneer of Mega Evolution and Dynamax, Peter!]
[Half a Month Later, "Bug Bro" Creates a Brand-New Battle System, Defeats Champion Cynthia Head-On!]
[As a Trainer, You Must Know Peter!]
[Only 18 Years Old — What Did This Boy from a Humble Background Experience?]
[Over a Decade of Persistence Leads to Global Fame — The Inspirational Story of Genius Newcomer Peter…]
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Inside the Pokémon Center, Whitney held her phone, happily scrolling through the trending topics filled with Peter's name.
"Honey, how come I never knew you've done this much?"
She pouted slightly, her pink eyes brimming with tenderness.
"You must've worked really hard these past ten years researching, right? Why did you hide it from me for so long? If you'd told me, I could've helped…"
"Uh… honestly, it wasn't that much effort…"
Her adorable head leaned closer and closer, an overwhelming presence pressing toward him. Peter instinctively leaned back, a bead of sweat forming on his forehead.
Whitney was perfect in every way.
Except—
She had a habit of intimidating him in public.
He really needed to remind her about that.
Yes.
She should absolutely keep this habit.
Peter tried to distract himself with ridiculous fantasies.
The effect was… minimal.
…
From Cynthia, Peter had learned that she had already reported the relevant information to Chairman Rose in the Galar region.
Much like Mega Evolution, the Galar League had decided to assign Professor Magnolia to assist Peter in refining the development of the Dynamax Band.
Meanwhile, all major Leagues would hold a joint conference and formally invite Peter to attend.
Or more accurately—
It would be a defense presentation.
A formal report session regarding his "research results."
Public questions from the wider audience would also be addressed.
According to Cynthia, Peter only needed to demonstrate the currently successful applications of Mega Evolution and Dynamax, provide necessary research data, and he would pass smoothly.
After that, he would receive special honors and rewards.
At the moment, he and Whitney were simply waiting for League representatives to escort them.
Due to the importance of the conference, it had been unanimously decided to hold it at the Indigo Plateau—the headquarters of the Kanto League.
"I wonder who's coming to pick us up…"
Just as Peter was thinking, his phone rang again.
The video call connected.
A middle-aged man in a suit appeared on screen.
"Hm? Teruhiko? Has there been new progress with Rotom?"
"No… Peter, I just need to ask one thing. That Peter trending on SNS… that's you, right?" Teruhiko asked cautiously.
"Yeah."
"WHAT?! It's really you?!"
He slapped his thigh so hard Peter nearly dropped his phone.
"Hey… Uncle, at your age, can we maybe stay a little composed?"
"Ah—sorry, I'm just too excited! I was thinking… with your current fame, maybe our cooperation needs to stop…"
"Stop? What do you mean?"
"With your reputation now, my small company probably can't contain you. If you really become a Pokémon Professor, the League will assign you a research institute and everything. I'll just transfer the Rotom development progress to you…"
Peter couldn't help laughing.
"Uncle, business is business. When we started working together, I didn't have these achievements. And you've been researching Rotom for so long—you have experience. Just keep going."
Teruhiko fell silent for a moment.
Then nodded firmly.
"Alright! Since you say so, I'll give you half the company shares! With your status now, I probably can't even afford your endorsement fees."
Peter was about to refuse—
"Don't say no! If you do, that means you look down on this old man's savings!"
"…Fine, fine. Whatever makes you happy."
Peter felt a bit moved.
With a personality like this, Teruhiko would've gone bankrupt in his previous life's business world.
"Anyway, as for the Rotom Phone—we're almost there. Once we break through a few more technical barriers, we can begin mass production!"
Just as Peter was about to respond, Nemona's voice came from behind.
"Huh? Peter, are you developing a high-tech phone? If that's the case, maybe I can help~"
"Hm?" Peter blinked.
Right.
In the original timeline, wasn't the Rotom Phone developed by Nemona's parents' company?
"This young lady is…?" Teruhiko asked hesitantly.
"Hello, Uncle. I'm Nemona. My family's in mobile phone manufacturing. The materials for the Pokegear Mate 60? We supplied those."
"What?!" Teruhiko stammered. "Y-you mean that… the world's largest phone manufacturer? What was it called… Made… Made what?"
"Made in Paldea."
"Yes! That one!"
Nemona smiled brightly. "I'll give you my dad's number. You can contact him directly."
"No problem!"
And just like that, Teruhiko eagerly ran off to negotiate with Nemona's parents.
Peter couldn't be happier.
With this kind of backing, the Rotom Phone would surely hit the market soon.
Nemona also said her goodbyes, resuming her badge-collecting journey.
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Night fell.
After finishing dinner, Peter and Whitney were about to head back to their room—perhaps for a round of cards—
When a powerful dragon's roar split the sky.
A gust of wind swept down.
Peter turned.
A red cape fluttered dramatically as a red-haired man leapt down from the back of a Dragonite.
"You must be Peter. I'm Lance. I've come personally to escort you to the Indigo Plateau."
Yes.
Standing before them was Lance—the Champion of the Indigo League.
"Ah… Champion Lance himself came to pick us up!" Whitney's lips parted in surprise.
"Oh? Whitney? What are you doing here? Shouldn't you be guarding the Goldenrod Gym?"
Peter stepped forward slightly, shielding her.
"Goldenrod Gym has been entrusted to me for management. No need to worry, Champion Lance."
Lance raised an eyebrow, his gaze shifting between the two.
"Interesting… Didn't expect this silly girl to have such good taste. Kid, you've got my approval!"
He clapped Peter on the shoulder, laughing heartily.
Whitney blushed shyly, holding Peter's hand tightly.
Peter pursed his lips.
Getting approval from "Dragonite Man" felt… oddly amusing.
Lance released his Charizard for Peter and Whitney to ride, then mounted Dragonite himself.
With a rush of wind—
They shot into the sky.
"Wooohooo!"
Breaking through layers of clouds, the night-shrouded earth spread beneath them. Peter couldn't help shouting in exhilaration.
It was his first time riding a Flying-type Pokémon.
"By the way, Professor Peter—any Mega Stone for Dragonite yet? How about reserving one for me?"
"Ah… not discovered yet. But I suspect Charizard and Gyarados should have ones."
Peter answered ambiguously.
"I see…" Lance nodded thoughtfully.
As the Champion of both Kanto and Johto, he had his pride.
In past World Championships, he always brought his best form.
Now that Steven and Cynthia had obtained Mega Stones—
He had no intention of falling behind.
"How about this? If I discover a Mega Stone suitable for you during my research, I'll reserve it."
"That would be much appreciated. And don't call me Champion—it sounds too distant. I'm a few years older than you. If you don't mind, just call me Brother Lance."
"Deal, Brother Lance."
Peter smiled sweetly.
His skill at securing powerful allies was improving by the day.
"Brother Lance," Whitney echoed softly.
"Hahaha! Good! Just for that 'Brother,' if you ever need help, come find me anytime."
"Of course."
Peter grinned.
The trip to Indigo Plateau—
Had officially begun.
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