"The move Earthquake truly has enormous research value. In fact, I also researched the move Earthquake previously, and my Rhydon has mastered it. But even so, I still haven't managed to develop a training method for that move."
Professor Harris shook his head slightly. In truth, the training method for the move Earthquake had once been his research topic before he devoted himself to the study of sandstorm climates.
"I see... Professor Harris's Rhydon can also use it?"
Ethan pondered for a moment and then said, "Professor Harris, why don't you try researching Vibrava?"
"During regular training, I've noticed that Vibrava itself possesses a special ability to generate vibrations."
"In this regard, I've also researched Seismitoad. Although Vibrava's ability to generate vibrations isn't as strong as Seismitoad's, it does possess a similar capability."
Hearing Ethan's words, Professor Harris was momentarily stunned. Naturally, he knew about Seismitoad's vibration ability and had also researched it, but unfortunately, he had never encountered a Seismitoad capable of using the move Earthquake.
And now Vibrava also possessed a vibration ability similar to Seismitoad's?
Immediately, Professor Harris became extremely interested. He grabbed Ethan and ran to the laboratory; he wanted to personally verify what Ethan had said.
"Vibration ability... Vibrava's own movements can trigger vibrations!"
After a series of experiments, Professor Harris's face first showed surprise and then great joy.
Vibrava could generate vibrations on its own and also mastered the move Earthquake, which made it an exceptional research subject.
"Don't worry, I'll take charge of your Vibrava." Professor Harris smiled slightly and looked at Ethan with a meaningful expression.
"Ah... then I'll entrust it to you, Professor Harris."
Ethan smiled somewhat awkwardly. He had let Vibrava demonstrate the move Earthquake in front of Professor Harris for two reasons.
On one hand, it was so Professor Harris could research the move Earthquake, and on the other, to take advantage of the opportunity for Professor Harris to help train Vibrava's Earthquake.
During the process of researching the move Earthquake, allowing Vibrava to deepen its understanding of the move and train it continuously was undoubtedly an excellent training method.
Moreover, Professor Harris was a Trainer who specialized in Ground-type Pokémon, so Vibrava would undoubtedly gain enormous benefits.
"Alright, I won't tease you anymore. I really like this little gift of yours."
After that, Professor Harris stopped teasing Ethan and turned his gaze toward Vibrava, his expression filled with anticipation.
With Vibrava's help, perhaps he could finally complete a research topic that had been left unfinished in the past. For him, this held great significance, and helping Ethan train Vibrava was also part of the research process; the two did not conflict at all.
"Then I'll leave Vibrava in your care, Professor."
Ethan smiled softly. At this moment, his relationship with Professor Harris was truly special, almost like that of family.
Moreover, Professor Harris, who had no children, had always regarded Ethan as his own son, and seeing Ethan's achievements made him feel deeply gratified.
After chatting happily for a while longer with Professor Harris, Ethan stood up with the intention of going to see the other Pokémon. Before leaving, he promised that he would come back for dinner together.
Next, Ethan went to see Kingdra. This fellow was living quite comfortably; to research the relationship between Kingdra's leader status and its evolution, it had been assigned a group of subordinate Seadra, restoring its position as leader.
Fortunately, Kingdra's training hadn't been overly affected. After evaluating it a bit, Ethan felt quite satisfied.
"But it can't stay so relaxed. It seems I need to show it the difference between itself and the other companions. If it continues to be so carefree, it will only fall further and further behind the others."
Ethan reflected inwardly. Most of the Pokémon he had were personally raised by him; their attitude toward training was impeccable, and they were also very obedient to him.
Kingdra was a different case. Before being captured by Ethan, it had already been the leader of a group of Seadra, and its personality was already well formed. Correcting it now was no simple task.
"I hope Kingdra manages to react in time; otherwise, I'll have no choice but to give up on it."
Ethan sighed lightly. He already had many Pokémon, and if Kingdra truly desired freedom, he had no intention of forcing it.
After giving Kingdra a new training plan, Ethan left the emotional energy laboratory and mounted Charizard, flying toward the headquarters of the Pokémon Researchers' Guild.
Next, he planned to go see Absol and Slowking. During this period, both had been collaborating on research into the Dark Force. According to the guild, there shouldn't be any major problems.
When Ethan found the two Pokémon, Absol was training its Justified ability, while Slowking was meditating.
In the research on the Dark Force, Absol was the main subject of study, while Slowking only cooperated routinely with physical examinations. Most of the time, it trained its psychic abilities under the direct guidance of President Beckett.
At present, there were four League Champions, who guarded the four great capitals and represented the Dragon, Water, Ground, and Fire types. However, in addition to those four champions, there were other figures who were also recognized as possessing champion-level strength.
President Beckett, due to his dedication to academic research, stayed year-round at the headquarters of the Pokémon Researchers' Guild and did not guard any of the four great capitals, so he had not been officially named a League Champion. Even so, his strength was genuinely at the champion level.
Having Slowking train alongside President Beckett meant obvious benefits.
Upon seeing Ethan, both Pokémon became extremely excited and immediately came over to interact affectionately with him.
"Don't worry, both of them are very healthy."
President Beckett approached with a smile; it seemed that the research on the Electirizer had been temporarily put on hold.
"Greetings, President. During this time, I truly appreciate you taking care of both of them."
Hearing Ethan, President Beckett smiled and shook his head. The two Pokémon were cooperating in the research, and he was taking care of them; there wasn't really any debt between either side.
After that, Ethan and President Beckett had a deep conversation. Most of the time, Ethan brought up the problems he had recently encountered in training, and President Beckett took charge of resolving them.
President Beckett lived up to the champion level and was also an academic master. Thanks to his explanations, Ethan gained enormous benefits.
(End of chapter)