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Jacob was surprised to receive replies to his emails the very next day. Both the Flying Secret Realm and the Fire Secret Realm warmly invited him, which left him feeling rather elated.
"My status as a scientific research leader still holds so weight," he thought. "I can succeed wherever I go. This is what true status ans."
Unlike Richard from the Drakehold Dragon Secret Realm, who had directly demanded a Pseudo-Legendary Pokémon, Jacob couldn't really challenge Richard. Richard was not only personally strong but had also managed the Drakehold Dragon Secret Realm for years, transforming it into an impenetrable fortress. The Richard family wielded considerable power in Drakehold, which explained Richard's brazen behavior.
"Richard, just wait," Jacob thought. "When I beco one of the Heavenly Kings, you'll be the second one I target. As for the first? Dante, of course!"
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Having received affirmative responses from both secret realms, Jacob imdiately took Charleon to the Fire Secret Realm. Once Charleon's fire energy was nearly replenished, he planned to take both Charleon and Noibat to the Flying Secret Realm.
This turn of events deeply disappointed Charleon, who had been patiently biding its ti. It had even scripted the entire scenario in its mind.
According to Charleon's plan, it would engage in an epic battle with Noibat in front of Jacob. The two would fight for 300 rounds, remaining evenly matched. At the critical mont, Charleon would have an epiphany amid the danger and master Flathrower. This breakthrough would turn the tide, allowing it to defeat Noibat and secure second place on the team. Then it would challenge Sceptile...
Well, considering Sceptile's imnse size, perhaps second place wasn't so bad. It wasn't that Charleon feared Sceptile; it simply preferred the position of second-in-command. "As for ," thought Charleon, "I like being second!"
But before Charleon's grand plan could even begin, it found itself accompanying Jacob to the Fire Secret Realm, filled with regret. Its dream shattered, Charleon could only continue waiting patiently for the next opportunity to prove itself. "Sooner or later," it determined, "I will make a na for myself!"
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During this visit to the Fire Secret Realm, Jacob received a reception of the highest standard. Not only had they displayed welco banners, but they also assigned personal security for his entire journey and arranged a special guide.
"Welco, Researcher Jacob, to the Fla Secret Realm!"
Jacob's current title was rely "researcher," as his Pokémon doctor certification was still being processed. It wouldn't be officially approved until year-end or early next year, so for now, he remained a junior researcher.
With his keen eye, Jacob noticed two familiar faces among the welcoming committee: Aria from Frosthollow University and the mature, alluring Manager lody.
Aria gazed at Jacob with a gleam in her eyes. Their last encounter in the Fire Secret Realm had led her to mistakenly believe Jacob was interested in her. However, since his departure, Jacob had never initiated contact, which made her realize it had all been an illusion.
Recalling Jacob's concerned expression when he saw her being attacked in the Secret Realm previously, Aria increasingly sensed sothing was amiss. She now suspected that Jacob hadn't been worried about her safety at all, but rather about the egg she had been carrying.
The realization hit Aria suddenly, leaving her feeling ashad and angry. As Frosthollow University's campus beauty, she ranked lower in Jacob's eyes than a Pokémon egg. Although the egg was quite valuable, wasn't she beautiful?
Aria never lacked suitors at university, but she maintained her pride. She dismissed the wealthy heirs who pursued her, understanding clearly that they were likely just playing around rather than seeking genuine commitnt.
In this materialistic society, Aria still harbored a longing for true love and desired a lifelong relationship.
When she first t Jacob, she had felt he was the perfect candidate. His height and appearance were impeccable, his family background was respectable without being intimidatingly prestigious, and his personality seed genuine.
So after Jacob departed for the Capital, she took the initiative, sending him nurous ssages. In response, most of Jacob's replies were terse—"hmm," "oh," "great," "not bad"—lacking sincerity and clearly perfunctory.
Gradually, Aria began to give up and beca less persistent. Then suddenly, Jacob gained overnight fa, hailed as China's youngest scientific research prodigy. Aria recognized the widening gap between them and completely abandoned her pursuit.
She had assud they would never cross paths again, but unexpectedly, Jacob returned to the Fla Secret Realm, and Manager lody had even requested that she accompany him throughout his stay.
Watching Jacob surrounded by admirers, Aria felt he had beco unattainable. In just a few months, Jacob had reached heights far beyond her reach.
"Manager lody, Aria, it's been a while," Jacob smiled, greeting the only two individuals he recognized.
Standing together, Aria and Manager lody resembled twin lotus flowers, each with a completely different style. Aria possessed bright eyes and dazzling teeth, while Manager lody exuded grace and elegance. Both were beautiful in their own distinct ways.
Aria embodied the youthful beauty of a twenty-year-old woman—long, slender legs, skin whiter than snow, clear eyes, and a hint of youthful shyness. She exemplified the slender beauty that young n typically admired.
As for Manager lody, she was the most beautiful mature woman Jacob had ever seen, aside from Raya. Her long, wavy hair cascaded behind her, her skin was as white as cream, her lips as red as roses, and her figure pleasingly curvaceous. Though in her thirties, her face showed no trace of aging. She possessed a charm that younger won lacked—moderately built, shapely but not excessive, gorgeous yet not overly flamboyant.
What man wouldn't appreciate such a figure?
Jacob couldn't help but think of Raya, then of young Julia. Finally, his thoughts drifted to Teacher Nina. During this visit, he had stayed in the Capital for just one day before departing again, leaving no ti to catch up with Teacher Nina. "By the way," he wondered, "why did Teacher Nina only grow taller? We're all human, so why such differences in developnt?"
"Jacob, it's been a while." Manager lody naturally took charge of receiving Jacob. The King-level trainer who normally guarded the Fire Secret Realm couldn't attend personally due to prior commitnts.
Manager lody and Aria wore professional attire—white shirts, suit jackets, short skirts, high heels, black stockings, and their hair styled in elegant buns. With warm smiles, lody said, "I'll first take you to your accommodations. Just like last ti, Aria will be your personal guide. Feel free to tell her directly if you need anything."
"Thank you, thank you. You're all so hospitable," Jacob replied, feeling sowhat flattered. The reception seed quite extravagant.
"Jacob, you're also from Frosthollow. Since your experint requires it, we in Frosthollow will naturally provide full cooperation. Fellow residents must support each other." A woman like Manager lody demonstrated considerable skill in interpersonal relations. Beyond her personal strength, her social acun had certainly contributed to her current position. "Last ti, young Aria showed you around the Secret Realm. This ti, if you don't mind, I'd like to accompany you myself. I hope that's acceptable?"
"No problem at all. It's my honor to be accompanied by Manager lody." Who would object to being escorted by soone as beautiful as Manager lody?
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