bookbashuk Chapter 172 We are a 3-person team
Chapter 172 We are a 3-person team
Chapter 172 We are a three-person team
Because Dr. Blatano's depression had not yet subsided, after lunch, at the research center, Wei Xin, wearing a white lab coat and sporting a Zygarde hat, held a stick resembling a rocking monkey and explained his z-antibody bracelet to the professors and students below the stage.
"According to research (Zygard's own account), we have discovered a special immune aura in nature, which is also the basis of the invisible Zygard cells. Theoretically, this aura can be manipulated by technology, either subjectively or objectively, and superimposed on Pokémon. Pokémon in this state will use moves that are not tolerated by nature, such as the Rakkyu element, causing serious damage."
"Combining the theory of constructing giant high-energy particles and the theory of ultimate z-fields, we have decided to use the following materials to construct the z-antibody bracelet..."
"In summary, this is the development progress of our research center regarding the z-antibody bracelet." After saying this, Wei Xin walked to the table, idly unscrewed the stainless steel cup on the table, and took a sip of honey soda. The large group of students below the stage stared blankly, their eyes unfocused, like dazed animals.
Oh no, what did he just say? The students from both families only knew about their own teachers' theories. They weren't exactly ignorant of the other side's research theories, but they were completely clueless. So, from the middle of the time, they couldn't keep up with Wei Xin's thinking and could only stare blankly at Wei Xin's face and the white, distorted-eyed worm on his head that was babbling incomprehensibly.
No, buddy, we're all students. Are you even the same species as us?
Oh, we are Slowpoke with shells biting on our tails. He has the King's Mark on his head. He is Slowpoke. Is this the power of nine-year compulsory education?
Dr. Kukui stood up excitedly, spreading his arms wide like a roaring, fiery tiger, and shouted, "Perfect!"
Wei Xin's theories and designs coincided with his unverified theories, which he was unable to put into practice due to a lack of data and resources.
"But I have a better choice for the materials. Wait for me." After Dr. Kukui finished speaking, he left the room. A short while later, he came in carrying a large white box, swinging his legs like a giant crab. He opened the lid, and everyone crowded around to find that the box contained colorless, transparent octahedral prismatic crystals of uniform size.
Wei Xin put on gloves and picked up a piece of crystal: "Is this Z-pure crystal?"
"That's right! Using the Z-Move Key and Z-Crystal, I've always wanted to promote Z-Moves worldwide, making it a system that can be used in various regions, just like Mega Evolution."
Z-Moves are powerful Pokémon-type special moves with various special effects. Even if the opponent can use Protect-type moves, they can still deal considerable damage.
Dr. Kukui proudly wiped his nose: "As you know, Z-Crystals are naturally synthesized minerals in the Alola region. Although they are not rare and can be found in the wild, they are only synthesized in the Alola region, making it impossible to supply the entire world. And this is an artificially synthesized Z-Crystal, developed by combining the theory of Z-Crystals."
Wei Xin asked in confusion, "But why are these Z-pure crystals transparent and colorless, and why do they have no attribute markings?"
"Uh—" Faced with Wei Xin's question, Dr. Kukui awkwardly scratched his cheek, shifted his gaze to the ceiling, and hesitated to speak.
"Because all those pure crystals are unusable semi-finished products." Dr. Mulan ruthlessly dismantled Dr. Kukui's platform.
"A half-finished product?" Wei Xin looked at Dr. Kukui with suspicion. You're pulling out a half-finished product that can't be used? Are you trying to make fun of me? Are you also from a makeshift team?
Professor Kukui whistled and tapped his finger: "Although he's a Pokémon professor, he's actually a sports enthusiast. He's only half-baked in materials science and energy science, but don't we have an expert in high-energy physics, Dr. Mulan?"
For a physical education student, being able to solve a linear equation in two variables is already quite remarkable; some regular university students can't even solve it.
Dr. Kukui slammed his fists together: "If we combine the power of the Z-Crystal and the power of Zygarde, and then add the immune aura of nature, we can theoretically create a special Z-Move that everyone can use."
"Alright," Wei Xin said with satisfaction as the long research was finally nearing its end. "Now that the theory and materials are all ready, all that's left is to put them into experimental production. This is a long task, and everyone must be tired from the long journey. Why don't we take a break today?"
Dr. Weilan said, "Time is tight. When I came here, I heard that the booster balls had become rampant in Hoenn and even caused considerable harm. So during your breaks, please divide into groups and remember to take some time to prepare your topics."
"Alas?" As soon as Dr. Mulan spoke, cries of despair filled the air, and morale instantly plummeted.
Even Pokémon don't work this much overtime.
"Ahem," Wei Xin coughed, "Because the harm and impact of the enhanced ball is huge, I have already discussed it with the leaders of Donghuang and the league officials, and we have raised some funds. After deducting the cost of materials, everyone can at least receive this amount of salary."
There's nothing that money can't solve; if there is, it's because not enough money has been paid.
Wei Xin held up four fingers. Everyone was slightly taken aback at first, but then they realized that for such a big project, the individual salary must be more than four figures.
His face immediately lit up with joy, and his eyes looked at Wei Xin with more respect. Then he heard Wei Xin continue, "There will be an extra bonus after the project is completed, which will not be less than the salary. Moreover, if anyone wants to work in Donghuang in the future, I can help introduce them to companies with excellent benefits."
"Yay!"
The crowd raised their arms and cheered, their gazes fixed on Wei Xin with unwavering loyalty. Some even excitedly tore down the office curtains, intending to drape them over Wei Xin's shoulders. The professor, hearing the commotion, rushed over and caught them red-handed: "What are you doing?"
He was only out of sight for a moment, is this a rebellion?
"Of course, it's to welcome the new director of our research center," a senior student said excitedly, unaware that the professor had just entered.
Professor Li: "..."
You guys are really planning a rebellion, aren't you?
"Who wants to be the dean?"
Wei Xin stepped back, shielding his senior brother in front of him. In the deathly silence, the professor dragged the senior brother, who wanted to become the dean (but didn't), out.
My senior brother has passed away.
Watching her senior brother leave, Lillie leaned close to Wei Xin and whispered, "When did you discuss the investment with the boss?"
Wei Xin replied softly, "Tomorrow."
Lillie tilted her head, looking puzzled: "????"
Wei Xin didn't discuss these things with his superiors at all. Just because it didn't happen before doesn't mean it won't happen in the future. Acting first and informing later is a fine tradition left by our ancestors. Anyway, that's how the superiors are. As long as he obediently makes money, Wei Xin has a lot more to consider.
As for company benefits, a company that is about to be opened is still a company. Wei Xin is also recruiting talents for the country. Moreover, although the products they are developing are theoretically environmental protection industries, they can also be considered weapons in certain situations. Wei Xin can't be involved in arms dealing behind the Alliance's back. What if the higher-ups investigate and find that Wei Xin has the Imperial Seal of the State in his home? Can you still say that you didn't plan to rebel?
Wei Xin certainly didn't want to become the emperor who died the fastest in history.
Wei Xin made up his mind to grind off the words on the polyhedron when he got back.
Without a moment's sadness for the sacrificed student (because they weren't her own), Dr. Mulan said, "Alright, now begin the free group formation."
Shui Lian and Mao huddled up to Lilith, and Shui Lian said, "Why don't the three of us sisters form a group? We haven't seen each other for so long, it'll be good for us to get together."
Then she turned her head to look at Wei Xin: "Boyfriend, do you want to join us?"
"what?"
Before Wei Xin could react, Lillie's face flushed red: "Shui Lian, what are you saying!"
In a moment of desperation, Lillie's body burst forth with tremendous strength. Without a word, she grabbed her two best friends under her arms, hurriedly broke open the door, and escaped.
"At least give me a chance to say yes."
Wei Xin lowered the hand he hadn't had time to extend and looked regretfully at the research groups that were gradually being divided. Although it was called free grouping, everyone actually chose people they were familiar with. Although Wei Xin was popular, in the eyes of other students, his level was already such that he could sit at the same table as the professor.
In less than a month, he went from a complete novice to being on par with a professor. Even students in other research centers who used promotion machines couldn't get promoted as quickly as him.
Moreover, while others were promoted in position, their minds remained empty. Their papers were thoroughly investigated and found to be full of fluff. Wei Xin, on the other hand, remained a researcher, though less than a month later he was only considered an intern. Yet, his mind was full of work, more so than the Taklamakan Desert.
This is a human being! The total IQ of all the college students in Donghuang is one dou (a unit of volume), but you, Wei Xin, alone possess eight shi (another unit of volume).
Therefore, no one teamed up with Wei Xin, fearing that he might replace the rocket engine under his butt with a warp drive and throw it down into the air.
Wei Xin felt helpless; the higher one climbs, the colder it gets, and how lonely it is to be invincible.
Before long, the crowd left the office in twos and threes. Apart from a few PhDs who were researching their projects, only three people remained in the room: Wei Xin, who was silently posing in the shadows of the left corner, and Gladio, who was avoided by everyone.
And he huddled in the right corner, clutching his backpack, remaining silent the entire time, shaking his head and refusing everyone else's requests to team up with him.
"So, Pipa, Gladion, wanna team up?" Wei Xin asked. As a gamer, he had fought with these two quite a few times, and they were practically old acquaintances of his, even though they didn't recognize him now.
"If you don't mind." Piper stood up and looked at Wei Xin. He was young, handsome, and had a subtle leadership quality. Could he be the Pokémon Professor recorded in the notebook?
"Hmph," Gladio flicked the golden banana leaf on the right side of his head, "The strong never associate with the mediocre. Only equally lonely souls call to each other. I can sense that we have similar experiences. This will surely be a great journey."
Pipa: "...
Where did this immature teenager come from?
I was wondering why Swampert's Easy Swim wasn't working anymore; turns out it was you, Nine-Tailed Fox, who brought sunshine, leaving me speechless.
Pipa was speechless, but Wei Xin couldn't help but chuckle. Putting aside the fact that the journey had gone awry, he remembered something very hellish. In terms of the game, he was an orphan, and Pipa and the two versions of the game had lost six parents. In the end, the three of them still owed a pair of parents.
Indeed, we are lonely; indeed, we are alike.
Pipa: "Wei Xin, why did you bang on the table with your pen?"
"A traditional ceremony of Donghuang," Wei Xin's merits are always in arrears, "The office is too small, why don't we take our luggage and go to my villa to talk? But before that, I have to go to the Nature Garden to pick up the little ones."
Wei Xin was a reckless person, so he was worried that he might be too impulsive and cause accidents. He decided to be more cautious and make more preparations.
To prevent Aluminos from learning special attack moves on its own, Wei Xin asked Professor X to find a Mr. Mime to teach Ralts Silk Screen and Reflect.
Before he could even step outside, Dr. Kukui suddenly called out to Wei Xin: "Wei Xin, I heard you're participating in the campus tournament. Are you interested in learning Z-Moves?"