Pokémon: Global Invasion

Chapter 47: The Significance of Weather Moves

"Hahaha, you're tempted now, aren't you?"

Seeing Ryoma's reaction, Yuto immediately burst into excited laughter.

"Well..."

"I am indeed a bit tempted, but after all, I'm not a student of the school..."

Ryoma was still somewhat hesitant. These resources were clearly meant for nurturing and encouraging newcomers at the school, and as an outsider, it didn't feel right to participate in the competition.

"I really don't know what you're worried about."

"You have Professor Sato's assistant card, and your information is already entered into the school system. Technically, you're already considered a member of the school. Even if you're not a student, you are still an assistant to Professor Sato, which makes you part of the school!" Yuto emphasized promptly.

"I think I should seek Professor Sato's approval first," Ryoma said, biting his lip.

A Moon Stone and a Sun Stone—he was really eager to get them!

"No problem at all! Go ahead and participate in this tournament. I'll let the school know."

To Ryoma's surprise, Professor Sato immediately agreed and stated that he would inform the school leader.

"Do well in the competition, and make sure to use Sandstorm moves as much as possible."

"I want to see the effects of Sandstorm moves in practical combat; this may be helpful for research."

Alright, it seemed that Professor Sato was planning to observe the practical effects of Sandstorm.

Regardless, after receiving Professor Sato's permission, both Ryoma and Yuto were very happy and immediately headed to the registration area for the competition.

"What class are you in..."

The senior at the registration point looked at the Basic Resident Registration Card that Ryoma handed over. After confirming that he was only eighteen years old, she nodded and continued to ask.

"Um... I am..."

Ryoma suddenly found himself at a loss for words; how was he supposed to know what class he was in!

"Senior, look at this card. He is a student of Professor Sato; it's absolutely genuine!"

Yuto quickly stepped forward, making a face and gesturing.

"This card..."

Only then did the senior have time to look up and examine the access card that Ryoma had presented.

Suddenly, her eyes widened. Holding the assistant card from Professor Sato, she carefully examined it before inserting it into the computer.

Instantly, rows of information about Ryoma appeared on the screen, establishing his true identity.

"Why is Professor Sato's assistant card in your possession?"

After confirming Ryoma's identity, the senior looked at him with an unfriendly expression, making him feel a bit uneasy.

"Isn't that something the senior doesn't need to worry about?"

"With Professor Sato's assistant card and Ryoma just turning eighteen, I think he meets the requirements for participation."

Yuto noticed the senior's unpleasant expression, and his own demeanor changed as he began to guess the possible reasons.

Every year during graduation season, many graduates choose to pursue further studies, and as a well-known scholar in the Pokémon community, Professor Sato is certainly a prime mentor target for these research students.

Becoming Professor Sato's assistant was the ultimate goal for many of these aspiring researchers.

However, at this moment, the senior seemed hostile toward Ryoma, this newcomer who had just turned eighteen and had apparently taken the position of Professor Sato's assistant. The absence of hostility was nothing but a facade!

To be honest, it wasn't just this senior; even Yuto was incredibly envious!

Yuto prided himself on being a genius. He had succeeded in enrolling in Aloha Pokémon Academy at the age of sixteen, and this year he had published a paper, achieving the status of a Pokémon scholar. He had thought that obtaining the assistant position was essentially a sure thing.

However, who would have thought that Ryoma would appear out of nowhere and snatch that position away from him!

But Yuto also realized that his status as a Pokémon scholar was thanks to Ryoma, and he had successfully participated in the research on Sandstorm; otherwise, he would have had nothing to show for it!

It was very real and quite frustrating.

"Not possible, he doesn't have the qualifications to participate." The senior glared at Ryoma before turning to Yuto. "And you, I remember you've been enrolled for two years now, right?"

"Ah hahaha, senior, I hadn't turned eighteen before, so I couldn't obtain a Pokémon at all."

"So, I participated in the Scholars program before. Now that I am eighteen, I have successfully obtained a Pokémon and transferred to the Trainer program, so I am still a freshman!"

"And I see the poster mentions it's for newly minted eighteen-year-old trainer; we both meet that criterion!" Yuto exclaimed in frustration.

"Freshman trainers must be eighteen years old, not you so-called novice trainers!" The senior emphasized the words "novice trainers" with disdain.

"Miki, they do meet the requirements. Please handle their registration for the competition."

Just as the beautiful senior was putting on an expression that indicated there was no room for negotiation, a voice suddenly came from behind her.

"Tanaka Sensei!"

The beautiful senior was startled and her face turned red as she attempted to explain.

"According to the promotional poster, new trainers and school students; both of them meet the criteria, so please handle their registration," Teacher Tanaka stated directly.

"Okay, I understand."

Miki opened her mouth, but ultimately could only grit her teeth and begin the registration process for Ryoma and Yuto.

"Good luck to both of you! The school has high hopes for that research. If you succeed, your names will surely be recorded in the school records."

Before leaving, Teacher Tanaka approached Ryoma and said these words in a low voice, then let out a soft laugh as he slowly walked away.

"Recorded in the school records?"

Hearing what Teacher Tanaka whispered, both Ryoma and Yuto were taken aback.

They had underestimated the significant meaning represented by Weather Moves.

Take the most straightforward example, rain; if they could develop a moves guide for this weather move, it could greatly reduce droughts around the world and effectively control the spread of desertification, providing benefits for humanity.

As such, the development of a Weather Moves guide was classified as a key project in any country. The first person to develop a Weather Moves guide would undoubtedly have their name recorded in history!

At that time, it wouldn't just be Ryoma and Professor Sato recognized, but Aloha Pokémon Academy, Aloha City, and even the nation could leave a significant mark in Pokémon history!

Moreover, a Weather Moves Moves Guide would surely make a major contribution to human development!

Additionally, it was not just Aloha Pokémon Academy; the entire Aloha City and the Alliance were also very interested in this subject, issuing orders to ensure its completion at all costs!

Of course, Ryoma was unaware of all this. After receiving the news of their successful registration, the two excitedly returned to the dormitory, planning carefully to ensure they would achieve victory in the Sun and Moon Cup and secure both the Moon Stone and the Sun Stone!