In the chat group.
Xiao Huang: "This Shaymin really likes you."
This time, even if others didn't have Xiao Huang's ability, they could clearly see this point.
After all, Shaymin was sleeping soundly on Li Wei's leg; it wouldn't do such a thing if it didn't like him.
Xiao Qian: "The little guy is also injured, boo hoo, so pitiful (இ ω இ)"
Qinglv: "Pokémon Hunters are indeed a very difficult group to clear out. Not everyone is like Hunter D, so be careful."
The strength of Pokémon Hunters varies.
The weaker ones, like Hunter D, are not as strong as Gym Leaders,
but the strong ones, like Hunter J, are comparable to Elite Four.
In Li Wei's impression, Hunter J was able to retreat unscathed from Regigigas's three legendary golems.
This is enough to explain Hunter J's strength.
Team Rockets, Team Galactic, and Team Magma, these regional organizations, are all very powerful and tricky opponents.
The difficulty in dealing with Pokémon Hunters is not how strong they are, but rather that they are driven by profit.
Pokémon Hunters are active in various regions, and only in the Kanto and Johto regions are their numbers extremely small because of Team Rockets.
Pokémon Hunters don't need any leader, nor do they need their boss to have any personal charisma.
Money is enough.
The vast majority of them are driven by profit to become Pokémon Hunters.
Lance: "Yes, Pokémon Hunters consistently don't give up until they achieve their goals. Please be sure to be careful."
Lance is the Gym Leader of Violet City Gym in the Johto region, and also a Flying-type specialist.
Like Lance, he is also a League Investigator.
Li Wei: "I will pay attention. Thank you for the reminder."
Last time, Li Wei obtained a set of Sky Eye monitoring systems, and the entire Breeding Center was within the monitoring range.
At least within the Breeding Center, there shouldn't be too much to worry about.
This matter was not discussed further.
After all, Lance had already taken action, and Li Wei was not weak either.
Ethan didn't even bother to say to ask for help if needed,
because he felt it wasn't needed at all.
Jubilife City, General Headquarters.
Ten o'clock at night.
The police station, which should have been off-duty, was brightly lit, with police officers running around inside.
Because Lance and Cynthia had arrived.
"What's going on?"
"Two Champions?!"
"Weren't they just battling at Lilac Island three hours ago?"
They were referring to three hours ago,
even Steven and Kaluni's battle had already ended, with Steven taking the first win.
Zorro, Section Chief was still working overtime.
He had people compile the actions and locations of Pokémon Hunters in recent years and was working overtime to review them.
The door was wide open, and a knock sounded.
Zorro, Section Chief didn't even raise his head, still focused on the documents, "Didn't I say not to disturb me unless it's important?"
Jenny hesitated and said:
"That... the two Champions have arrived."
" ? "
Zorro, Section Chief, who looked up in surprise, adjusted his glasses and confirmed the two people in front of him: Lance and Cynthia.
Lance smiled and said, "Zorro, Section Chief is still working overtime at this hour. You are truly diligent."
Lance didn't know Zorro, Section Chief, but Zorro, Section Chief's desk had his position and name.
Zorro, Section Chief stood up and straightened his brown suit, checking if his attire was appropriate.
"Aren't you two as well? Please, have a seat."
After sitting down, Zorro, Section Chief learned that Lance and Cynthia had come because of the Pokémon Hunter incident.
"I didn't expect this matter to alarm you two. I hope you don't think I'm making too much of a fuss by reporting it to the League."
The two of them are not only Champions.
Lance is the League's Chief Investigator.
All investigators report to Lance; he is the boss.
Cynthia is a League Special Investigator.
Special Investigators do not normally participate in investigation and arrest work; they only get involved in cases involving Legendary Pokemon.
Cynthia and Steven are both Special Investigators.
Lance laughed heartily, "It's not that serious. It just so happened that I was on Lilac Island, so I took the liberty of taking on the case."
As Chief Investigator, Lance could actually direct and coordinate from behind the scenes, but he preferred to be hands-on.
Cynthia said softly, "No, Zorro, Section Chief did very well. Pokémon Hunters are a problem that needs to be solved urgently."
Lance asked curiously, "Zorro, Section Chief was so focused just now. What were you looking at?"
"Please wait a moment."
Zorro, Section Chief got up and went to his desk, retrieved the files, and handed them to Lance and Cynthia respectively.
"These are files on Pokémon Hunters from recent years. I'm compiling their appearance times and locations."
"This is a part of what I've summarized."
Lance nodded, flipping through Zorro, Section Chief's summary,
"Mt. Coronet... Mount Coronet Foothills... Eterna City Forest... Celestic Town Ruins... very detailed summary."
Lance then asked, "Zorro, Section Chief, what are your insights on this Pokémon Hunter operation?"
Zorro, Section Chief smiled, "I wouldn't dare call them insights, but I do have some thoughts, so I'll speak boldly.
Pokémon Hunters have two modes of operation:
One is to search after receiving high-priced commissions; most of these buyers are collectors.
The other is autonomous action, which involves those legendary Pokemon.
...Shaymin is very rare, but according to my summary of the hunters' appearance locations, this time it was not a spontaneous action.
It's more like they accepted a commission. Finding the buyer and disrupting the transaction is the key to resolving this Shaymin crisis."
Investigators, international police, and Pokémon Rangers have not been without results these years.
They have also arrested some Pokémon Hunters and some collectors who traded with Pokémon Hunters.
Lance nodded and said, "Zorro, Section Chief's idea is excellent, and I've gained a lot from it."
Cynthia, who was beside him, did not speak, resting her chin in her hand and pondering.
Seeing that Cynthia wasn't speaking, Lance immediately asked, "What other preparations has Zorro, Section Chief made?"
Zorro, Section Chief was well prepared for this.
"Increased patrols, strengthened police presence near the Breeding Center, and preparations to build a permanent station."
Lance frowned slightly: "I don't think that's a good idea. It's easy to alert the enemy, and it's tantamount to telling the Pokémon Hunters that Shaymin is at the Breeding Center."
Zorro, Section Chief was enlightened, "It was my oversight. Fortunately, we haven't officially started the operation yet. So how should we resolve it?"
Zorro, Section Chief had only just proposed building a permanent station today,
plus the police officer applications and approvals,
the earliest it could start would be tomorrow.
Lance smiled slightly: "Disguise."
Lance is very good at disguising, having even disguised as Team Rockets and Team Magma in his early years.
"The number of police officers definitely needs to be increased, but a permanent station cannot be built openly."
"In addition, a press conference must be held as soon as possible to announce the capture of the Pokémon Hunters to the public."
From Lance's words and actions, Zorro, Section Chief felt the capability of this Champion and Chief Investigator.
Zorro, Section Chief nodded slightly: "This is already being prepared. A press conference will be held tomorrow."
Lance looked at Cynthia, who had not spoken much.
"Any other questions?"
Cynthia shook her head.
"No, let's do as you said."
Lance nodded and said, "Then next, we need to go see Li Wei and Shaymin."