Cynthia readily agreed and took the commission form from Cyllene's hand.
Cyllene's expression became even more serious.
Even when faced with such unreasonable demands, the other party showed no sign of resentment, instead accepting the commission form calmly.
This temperament... it's somewhat frightening!
But no matter how intimidating or special the other party may seem, Team Galactic is indeed in urgent need of manpower right now.
The rampant behavior of the "King" has left them overwhelmed for quite some time, and as captain, Kamado has been busy dealing with it.
As long as these two can complete this task and prove their abilities, Team Galactic will appoint them to help pacify the rampaging King and Queen.
This is precisely why Team Galactic is eagerly searching for talent now.
The Pokeball has only been recently invented, so there are very few people willing to interact with Pokemon.
And those who can command Pokemon to fight are even rarer.
Therefore, even though Ash and Cynthia's identities are unclear, Team Galactic desperately needs their assistance.
The condition is that they genuinely have the ability to help.
The previous trials and suppressions were merely to test their courage and strength.
As it turns out, they are indeed composed.
But whether they truly have the strength depends on whether they can complete this task.
"On Deertrack Heights in the Obsidian Fieldlands, due to some unknown reason, Boss Kricketune suddenly began to rampage."
Cyllene started to explain the specifics of the commission.
"This has caused quite a bit of trouble for the Diamond Clan members stationed there."
"Therefore, Mai, the Warden stationed at the Obsidian Fieldlands, has commissioned Team Galactic to help pacify that Boss Kricketune and calm it down."
She paused and mentioned the reward for this commission.
"As for the reward... it's a Mysterious Tablet!"
Upon hearing this, Cynthia showed no significant reaction.
However, Ash's pupils suddenly contracted at that moment.
A Mysterious Tablet... could this be one of the tablets mentioned in that phone of his?
Finding a clue so quickly is truly an unexpected delight!
Cynthia keenly observed Ash's unusual reaction.
However, this was obviously not the place to ask questions; they could discuss it further once they were outside.
After noticing the fleeting strange expression on Ash's face, Cynthia quietly put away the commission slip.
Then, she rarely put on a serious look, looked at Cyllene, and asked.
"By the way, Leader Cyllene, if we complete the task, the reward will be ours, right?"
"Of course."
Cyllene nodded, eyes slightly shifting.
"Why, are you particularly interested in that stone tablet?"
"Hehe, to be honest, I'm actually an archaeologist." Cynthia explained with a smile, "So I'm quite interested in these unknown and ancient things."
Cyllene squinted, not pursuing the matter further.
Just now, when Cynthia mentioned the task reward, she became noticeably serious.
At that moment, she even exuded an extremely terrifying aura.
That kind of presence is something even someone as high-ranking as Captain Kamado might not possess.
This woman named Cynthia... what sort of status does she have overseas?
Now, Cyllene was genuinely starting to believe that she didn't just fall out of some space-time tunnel.
Otherwise, no one could behave so leisurely and adeptly in a completely unfamiliar environment.
Normally, someone new to an unfamiliar setting would show at least some unease.
Most importantly, the aura of authority emanating from Cynthia is undoubtedly that of a major figure, someone at the pinnacle of power.
Thus, Cyllene surmised in her heart that Cynthia must hold some high-ranking position overseas as well.
She should have come all the way to investigate the abundant Hisui Region.
But...
Did she come all alone? And with just a half-grown child?
Is this a case of great skill giving great confidence, or just plain recklessness?
Let's see if she can complete this task before making any judgments.
Now that Cyllene considered Cynthia a genuine outsider, her expression became slightly more amiable.
Of course, that slight amiability was hardly discernible.
She slowly spoke, "An archaeologist? That's a commendable profession, and if you have no objections, Professor Laventon will take you to the Obsidian Fieldlands later."
"Wait a moment, I have a few questions I'd like to ask." Cynthia raised a hand and pointed at the commission document, "What does 'Boss' mean on this form?"
"Also, regarding this Boss's power... is there a specific description?"
Cyllene was slightly taken aback, "Are there no Boss Pokemon overseas?"
"Hmm, as far as I know, there are not."
Cyllene was silent for a while.
Because she herself had been in the Hisui Region for two years now.
Back when she was overseas, there wasn't even a Team Galactic organization.
People there were similarly filled with fear towards Pokemon.
It wasn't until she came to the Hisui Region, joined Team Galactic, and became the leader that Cyllene began to understand Pokemon and attempt peaceful coexistence with them.