Chapter 96
The Connection to Zapdos
"Mr. Jiang Chuan, Miss Xia." After dealing with M. Surge, Miss Officer Jenny walked up to Jiang Chuan with a sincere smile on her face.
"Thank you again for providing crucial evidence. This video, and your courage to come forward and testify, played a decisive role in solving this case."
"And Miss Hanako," Officer Jenny said, turning her gaze to Hanako, who had also rushed over shortly after, her eyes full of admiration.
"I really want to thank you. Your gentleness and patience have guided and encouraged those victimized girls. Currently, more than ten victims have bravely come forward to testify against Ma Tse. Their psychological trauma has also been greatly alleviated because of your comfort."
Hanako was a little embarrassed by the praise and smiled gently, "I just did what I should do. I'm happy that I could help those girls."
Jiang Chuan looked at Hanako's gentle and kind profile, and his heart was filled with love.
He praised her generously, saying, "Hanako, you did a really great job."
Then, he leaned close to Hanako's ear and whispered with a smile in a voice only the two of them could hear, "I'll give you a good reward tonight. Get ready when you get back!"
"Ah!" Hanako blushed instantly from her ears to her neck, her delicate body trembled slightly, she glanced shyly at Jiang Chuan, gently nudged him with her elbow, her eyes reproachful, as if to say: There are so many people here, aren't you ashamed to say this?
But the tears welling up in her eyes and her slightly limp body betrayed her inner anticipation.
Although Xiaoxia didn't hear exactly what Jiang Chuan said, seeing Hua Zi's sudden blush and shy expression, she knew without a doubt that Jiang Chuan hadn't said anything "nice".
She pouted and thought, "Hmph, it's going to be lively tonight."
As Ma Zhishi was put into a police car and taken away, Jiang Chuan heard the system notification sound again:
[Hidden mission complete: Eliminate the scourge of Vermilion City and weaken Team Rocket's power.]
[Quest Reward: Increases Zapdos' racial affinity by 50%]
Officer Jenny's family favorability +10, total: 40.
Joey Family Favorability +10, Total: 20.
Jiang Chuan's eyes lit up.
There was an unexpected surprise!
It's understandable that Officer Jenny's favorability towards the Nurse Joy family has increased, since she helped solve a major case and indirectly protected trainers and Pokémon who might be harmed later.
But what does it mean that Zapdos's racial affinity increases by 50%?
Could it be that... if they encounter Zapdos again, it will find them more agreeable? Perhaps...
"They're not really going to send me a Zapdos, are they?" Jiang Chuan thought to himself, amused.
However, he also knew that legendary Pokémon were not so easy to catch, but the increase in affection was definitely a major benefit, and it might provide unexpected assistance in future events involving Zapdos or Electric-type legendary Pokémon.
The matter has come to an end.
Jiang Chuan led Hanako and Xiaoxia away from the unpleasant Vermilion Gym.
In the afternoon, Hanako and Kasumi enthusiastically agreed to go shopping together to relax.
Jiang Chuan found a quiet place and dialed the phone number for Dr. Oki's research institute.
The call was quickly connected, and Professor Oak's kind face appeared on the screen.
"Oh? It's Jiangchuan! I heard you've already gotten two badges? You're making good progress! How's the trip going?" Professor Oak asked with a smile.
"Doctor, there's something I need to report to you." Jiang Chuan briefly recounted Lt. Surge's crimes at the Vermilion Dojo, as well as his own evidence gathering, reporting, and the eventual arrest of Lt. Surge.
Upon hearing this, Professor Oak's smile vanished, his brows furrowed, and his expression turned serious and angry.
"How could such a thing happen! As a Gym Leader, instead of guiding Trainers, he abuses his power to commit such a despicable act, harming Trainers and Pokémon! He is a disgrace to Trainers and a disgrace to the League!"
Professor Oak's voice carried an unusual rage.
"Jiang Chuan, you did a fantastic job! Brave, decisive, and with a strong sense of justice! You don't need to worry about this. I will immediately submit a formal report to the Alliance's Supreme Council in the name of the research institute, and urge them to conduct a thorough investigation and deal with this case seriously! We must not allow such a black sheep to tarnish the reputation of the gym and the alliance!"
With the intervention and endorsement of Dr. Ohki, a highly respected and authoritative scholar, the case of Ma Xueshi is now completely settled.
Even if he might still have the Rockets' influence or some complicated connections behind him, he can't make much of a splash under Dr. Oak's scrutiny and the pressure from the league's top management.
Ma Xueshi may not necessarily spend the rest of his life in jail, but he definitely won't be getting out anytime soon.
With this potential problem completely resolved, Jiang Chuan breathed a sigh of relief.
In the evening, Hanako and Kasumi returned, carrying large and small bags, chatting and laughing.
Because the Pokémon Center was too crowded.
Jiang Chuan, "reluctantly," found a decent hotel nearby to stay in.
When booking the room, the receptionist looked at the handsome young man and the two beautiful women, each with their own unique charm, with a slightly strange expression, but her professionalism kept her smiling and she quickly completed the check-in process.
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Back in her room, Xiaoxia couldn't wait to start sorting out her "trophies," looking at the cute bear underwear from left to right with a smile on her face.
"Next time... wearing this... I probably won't be so shy, right?"
She muttered to herself, and certain enchanting images involuntarily surfaced in her mind.
The next second, her whole face turned bright red, like a startled rabbit. She buried her face in her newly bought clothes, rolled around on the bed, and let out shy sobs.
Oh dear! What am I thinking?! How shameless!
But...but...I really look forward to the next time...
Unlike Xia, who is innocent, shy, and still preparing herself mentally.
Hanako, on the other hand, prepared special black stockings for Egawa...
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