Chapter 109: 109. Pokemon Fossil Resurrection Technology
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The relics excavated from the spiritual domain would be transported to China's heavily guarded National Pokémon Research Center upon their return.
After thorough examination, research, and confirmation that the relic had little practical value, it would be transferred to the National Museum where the public could visit and appreciate the elegance of this alien civilization.
"Tomorrow at three in the afternoon, go to the National Museum to register for your visit," Professor Christian said. "Someone will escort you to the Pokémon Research Center then."
With those instructions delivered, Professor Christian hurried away.
For the past two months, he had been obsessed with studying Zekrom's "mega-level voltage," attempting to analyze its energy structure.
For Pokémon researchers, nothing was more fascinating than deciphering the powers of a legendary Pokémon itself.
Walking toward the school gate, Roy felt the cold wind whipping past him.
Reece and Serena, whom he hadn't seen for quite some time, were waiting for him at the school gate.
With winter's arrival, Serena had changed into warmer clothes, wrapped in a scarf, her cheeks flushed from the cold.
"Momo~"
Cosmog called out twice, jumped from Roy's shoulder, and threw itself into Serena's arms.
The Pokémon was affectionate toward anyone who had ever fed it, though it seemed to have a particular fondness for Serena.
Holding Cosmog in her arms, Serena adjusted her scarf around the Pokémon and asked, "How did the exam go?"
"Well—" Roy deliberately extended his tone, and after Serena gave him a blank look, he smiled and said, "It was easy. You'll be able to see my excellent results on the school forum soon."
Reece punched Roy lightly on the shoulder and laughed, "It's getting harder and harder to see you these days."
"I can't help it," Roy replied helplessly. "I've been busy."
Reece thought for a moment before nodding. "That's true."
Having grown up with Roy, Reece understood without further explanation.
After Roy had demonstrated his "Trainer Talent," they all knew that his primary focus now was developing his skills as a Trainer.
In this trainer-centered society, nothing was more important than that.
On their way home, the three friends chatted about what had happened over the past two months.
After Roy shared stories about his life at the Promise Gym, he listened as Serena talked about school.
"You're skipping another grade?" Roy asked in surprise.
Serena should have been in her third year of high school, but due to her excellent academic performance, she had already skipped a grade and would be taking the college entrance examination early.
Roy knew she had been a reading prodigy since childhood, but he hadn't expected her to skip another grade after just one year as a freshman.
"Yes," Serena nodded. "My supervisor says I have exceptional talent in Pokémon research and hopes I can graduate as soon as possible to join her research team."
"Your mentor, I remember..." Roy thought for a moment, uncertain. "Is it Professor Donald who studies Pokémon fossils?"
"That's right."
Pokémon fossils.
This research discipline had become increasingly popular in recent years.
Fossils had been unearthed in all major spiritual domains and were the remains of ancient Pokémon, being the most common spiritual domain resources.
After a century of accumulation, the Pokémon Alliance possessed an enormous collection of Pokémon fossils.
However, since they had no practical use, Pokémon fossils held essentially the same status as dragon fossils.
But just seven years ago, someone had discovered a research report from another world in the ruins of a spiritual domain. According to this report, that lost civilization had developed technology capable of "reviving Pokémon fossils."
—Pokémon fossils could be revived!
This discovery immediately sent shockwaves through the academic world.
Countless academic masters shifted their focus to Pokémon fossils, each hoping to become the first person to resurrect an extinct Pokémon.
The previously unpopular field of Pokémon fossil science had instantly become academia's hottest subject.
After all, if the technology for "fossil resurrection" were truly invented, it would not only bring great honor but also enormous profits.
For instance, the vast number of Pokémon fossils hoarded by officials and collectors would instantly increase in value countless times over.
If an extinct Pokémon comparable to a "legendary Pokémon" could be resurrected...
The nation possessing such technology would undoubtedly rise several levels in global power.
"Resurrection of extinct ancient Pokémon..."
Roy pondered this.
In the system mall, there were indeed devices for resurrecting fossils.
[Anorith Resurrection Device: Can revive preserved Anorith fossils. Price: 30,000,000 points.]
[Amaura Resurrection Device: Can revive intact Amaura fossils. Price: 30,000,000 points.]
Different types of fossils required different devices for resurrection.
If Roy wanted to resurrect all types of Pokémon fossils, the points required would be astronomical.
He thought that if one device could be exchanged and its technical principles deciphered through reverse engineering, it would save a tremendous amount of points.
To accomplish this, he would need the help of a researcher skilled in Pokémon fossils.
Also, this person would need to be trustworthy.
The reason was simple—the potential profit was enormous.
Fossil resurrection technology, like energy cube manufacturing technology, could alter the current world order, containing immense profit potential and influence.
Once this technology emerged, it would create a seismic shift in universities across the world.
The profit was substantial, but Roy wouldn't reveal it until he had sufficient strength to protect it.
Since Serena was interested in this field, Roy was happy to see her continue developing in it. When the technologies for "fossil resurrection" and "energy cubes" eventually emerged, her help might prove invaluable.
Soon, the three of them arrived at Roy's home, where they met Roy's parents and Serena and Reece's parents.
The two families were old friends who often had dinner together periodically.
This time, because Roy had been away from home for so long, it had been two months since their last gathering.
The families went out and enjoyed a long-awaited meal at a restaurant they had reserved, after which Roy returned to his villa to rest.
The following afternoon, Roy arrived at the National Museum right on schedule.
After a simple registration process, someone came to escort him.
"Senior Ivy?" Roy looked at the familiar face before him in surprise.
"Junior, it's been a while," Ivy smiled slightly, seeming pleased with Roy's reaction.
"How did you end up here?" Roy asked.
Ivy led the way for Roy, explaining as they walked: "After the Illuminati incident concluded, my next assignment was to escort the national research team to the Alola spiritual domain to excavate relics, ensuring the safety of both the researchers and the artifacts..."
"Are all professional Trainers this busy?" Roy asked, somewhat exasperated.
Ivy had just been assigned to Capital University as an examiner before rushing to the Alola spiritual domain as security without a break. Roy felt that the workload of a professional Trainer seemed rather intense.
"That's not usually the case," Ivy said with a smile. "Professional-level Trainers only need to complete one official commission each year outside of wartime national service. They generally have plenty of free time."
"Then why are you—"
"Being able to explore and survey ruins in the spiritual domain is itself a valuable experience," Ivy explained. "Tasks in underdeveloped spiritual domains like Alola are highly sought after. If I hadn't been recommended by an acquaintance, I wouldn't have been able to secure this assignment even if I wanted it."
As they conversed, they passed through a special gate, walked another 500 meters, and arrived in front of a building labeled "National Pokémon Research Center."