Zvitch the shrewd, commanding force behind the Devon Corporation and the linchpin of the Hoenn region's elite trainer-industrial complex.
"If it weren't for you last time, we might've paid a catastrophic price."
0 Flowers Claimed.
"Qin Yun!!"
"Ah, my young friend Qin Yun. I'm grateful for your quick judgment last time."
In Hoenn, there's Steven Stone; in Sinnoh, Cynthia reigns. Each region has its own symbol of excellence.
Chestnut draped in a crisp white lab coat exudes both intellect and mystery. She carries the distinct aura of someone on the verge of a breakthrough.
Her invention, once complete, promises to supercharge the Dragon Kingdom's top-tier forces, possibly granting them power on par with the Champion class.
Unova has Alder, Kalos boasts Diantha. Every name carries weight. Qin Yun now finds himself amidst these giants.
Zvoch, with his influence, naturally has access to any data he deems worth retrieving. If your name is on a list, he'll know who you are.
Qin Yun's young and already at the top of the rankings this speaks volumes.
In Caiyou City, not far from Steven's estate, Zvitch has built a private training center. Rumor says it's equipped with artificial terrain to simulate Legendary-tier battles.
Qin Yun stood a step behind Zifuqi. The latter, always socially adept, tried striking up a casual conversation.
Beyond the Champions, there are terrifying outliers trainers whose strength defies classification. Some have tamed ancient Pokémon using unconventional bonds and unknown technologies.
Crimson, representing the Magic Capital, and Green, standing for the Imperial Capital they're myth and legend brought to life.
"Chestnut's almost here."
"Haha, you're so well-mannered. Let's sit upstairs sometime if you're free."
"You flatter me, President Zvitch. Anyone would've done the same in that situation."
"My name's Lizi, I'm a researcher here at Devon Corporation."
Qin Yun immediately recognized her the fashionable woman from last time, though her lab coat now replaced her signature streetwear.
In Kanto, there's Lance of the Elite Four. In Johto, there's the stoic Karen.
Team Aqua wants to awaken Kyogre to reclaim oceans swallowed by human greed. Their madness is cloaked in noble intentions.
Zvitch's words are smooth and calculated. Qin Yun felt comfortable he could talk about anything with the man and walk away feeling it was his own idea.
Qin Yun glanced at Lizi. She was familiar, but her lab attire masked her curves and confidence. Still, the eyes gave her away.
Zvitch even assigned a Level-4 King-tier trainer as Qin Yun's escort someone with power comparable to Kenin's.
The Devon Corporation, valued in the hundreds of billions, with employees spanning the globe, has Steven Stone as its Champion protector. Qin Yun trusted they could safeguard even his most precious secret: the Active Block formula.
"Don't worry, Qin Yun. Everything from last time the train incident, the Team Magma interference, it's all been cleaned up. No one will bother you again."
Hearing that, Qin Yun's respect for Zvitch grew.
"Team Magma won't dare target you."
Steven, by the way, is officially ranked 98th in the Pokémon World's Hall of Fame. Few reach that list. Fewer still do so while being heir to a corporate empire.
Zvitch's "most prolific child" doesn't mean biological offspring but a metaphor. Devon Corporation birthed the current Champion of Hoenn.
This sparked an idea in Qin Yun's mind: share the Active Block formula with Zvitch, if only to ensure its continued development and protection.
(Note: Some plotlines and characters have been adapted for narrative consistency.)
Qin Yun didn't refuse the offer he was curious to visit the Devon Research Lab, the real one, in Caiyou City.
It made strategic sense. Steven lived nearby, and with his presence, security was absolute.
This new device, capable of fossil revival and energy enhancement, could revolutionize Pokémon biology and training systems.
A company that evolved from a 300 billion valuation into a multi-trillion global tech colossus within three decades such success speaks to Zvitch's unmatched strategic mind.
Tens of billions. That's the figure being invested into this single initiative.
Team Magma's counter-vision? Awaken Groudon and reclaim land lost to oceans, expanding human dominion across Hoenn.
Qin Yun digested this calmly. He had, indeed, been lucky. The team he faced last time didn't include any professional-tier trainers otherwise, it could've ended badly.
"Then I'll rely on you."
The Dragon Kingdom's current Champion roster is formidable nearly all have squeezed into the top 100 globally.
"…"
Qin Yun paused at Zvitch's confident remarks but soon understood the truth behind them.
Lizi's name sounded unfamiliar, but her face was unforgettable. She had that same boldness from their first meeting, just hidden now behind glasses and professionalism.
Then, a voice echoed from outside the door Qin Yun knew it. It was her.
The realization hit: the fashionable girl from before was now revealed as a top-tier researcher. And her position? Far from low.
For a second, Qin Yun felt a strange tension was Zvitch observing him?
Last time, Lizi was almost abducted because Team Magma's executive, Blaise, made an appearance with high-level grunts. It was chaos.
"Such a learned and insightful man…" Qin Yun murmured under his breath.
That girl had been from Devon all along. Qin Yun had stepped in, shielding her and preserving the confidentiality of her research.
"Then I'll accept with gratitude."
Alola's Professor Kukui, and Galar's Dande—the list of powerful League figures was endless.
Had Qin Yun's group faced just one high-level pro last time, things would've been far worse.
Zvitch's tone softened, clearly grateful, while also recapping the prior incident. His words, while measured, carried sincere weight.
Team Magma's fanaticism made them dangerous. Their goal, though flawed, gave them terrible resolve.
Zvitch's charisma lies not in nepotism or personal Pokémon strength but in sheer competence and vision.
It's because this invention holds such significance that Lizi and her team are under heightened protection.
Take the Elite Four of Kanto, for example each one can go toe-to-toe with the strongest trainers worldwide.
Chestnut is no ordinary researcher she's one of Devon's three Deputy Directors. Her project could change everything: a fossil revivification device that retains latent energy for secondary applications.
Devon's department stores appear in almost every metropolitan area, a testament to their influence.
Qin Yun replied with respect and sincerity in his voice.
Zvitch's office was simple not large, not lavish. He preferred function over flair.
"Chestnut isn't a mere researcher. She's second-in-command in the department, and the fossil energy extraction system she's developing is pivotal."
"Is she an Elite?"
Among these ten elites, you must count Wallace of Sootopolis too a genius tactician and Pokémon master.
Qin Yun's gaze shifted to the man beside Zvitch, suited and silent. The pressure radiating from him screamed high-tier strength maybe stronger than Kenin.
In Longdu, Crimson and Green, childhood rivals turned Champions, fought to the pinnacle and now, they shine like twin stars.
Lizi's brush with danger had all started when Team Magma targeted her invention.
Qin Yun was momentarily lost in thought, but snapped back when Zvitch approached with his ever-kind smile.
…
There's little in Hoenn that escapes Zvitch's attention—assuming he wants to know.
Besides Blaise, Team Magma had dispatched several strong trainers. Their presence indicated just how important Lizi's project really was.
And among the rising stars, Steven Stone will one day surpass all, cementing his place as Hoenn's true Champion.
Just like Team Aqua's zealots, Team Magma's ideology is twisted, but deeply rooted.
Devon's headquarters may be in Rustboro, but its technological heart—the real brains—is deep within Caiyou City.
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