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But as long as the potential is sufficient, and as long as the final assessment given by the Eye of Truth can reach that threshold.
He's willing to pay any price!
A burning fighting spirit reignited in his heart.
He stood up and bowed deeply to his mentor.
"Professor, I understand."
"Before I find the 'Stardust of Destiny,' I will first find a comrade-in-arms who can walk with me to the top of the world."
His gaze pierced through the study window, looking towards the vast, boundless sky in the distance.
There are countless cities, countless secret realms, and... countless possibilities.
Chapter 65 Top-Tier Auction: The Abandoned Space Core!
In order to raise the huge sums of money for his upcoming round-the-world trip and to find clues about top-tier Psychic-type Pokémon, Lin Che used his weekend to travel by flying vehicle to Mauville City in the Hoenn region, a place known for its technology and commerce.
This futuristic city features skyscrapers adorned with holographic light and shadow, maglev trains that silently weave between buildings, and an atmosphere permeated with the scent of money and cutting-edge technology.
His destination was the top floor of the most luxurious seven-star hotel in Zijing City, located in the heart of the city.
A top-tier Pokémon item auction, featuring rare resources from around the world, hosted by Devon Manufacturing Co., Ltd., the world's largest company, is about to begin here.
The aircraft landed smoothly on the hotel's rooftop helipad. The moment the hatch opened, a powerful aura swept over the passengers. Two rows of security personnel in black suits, their expressions stern, stood on either side. Beside them stood several Pokémon, their eyes sharp and their presence imposing. A massive Dragonite was resting with its eyes closed, while on the other side, a Metagross, its metallic sheen gleaming, scanned each guest with its crimson electronic eyes.
The security level is comparable to that of an alliance conference.
Lin Che presented the electronic invitation.
On the screen, two gold-plated titles gleamed brightly—[Dragon King - Genji Disciple] and [World Championship Invited Player].
The security captain's cold face twitched almost imperceptibly, then he bowed and gestured for Lin Che to enter. This dual identity was the only proof that allowed Lin Che to cross this threshold.
Those who can enter here are all either gym leaders from various regions, members of powerful and influential families, or elite trainers who have been famous for many years. Each of them carries the imposing aura of someone who has long held a high position and unfathomable strength.
Lin Che walked through the long corridor and entered the magnificent main auction hall.
The dome is a single piece of one-way transparent glass, offering a panoramic view of the dazzling nightscape of Violet City. Guests sit on soft, comfortable individual sofas, conversing in hushed tones, while waiters silently move among the guests carrying floating trays laden with delicacies and fine wines.
Here, the power of money is displayed to the fullest extent.
Lin Che truly witnessed what it meant to be rich and powerful.
He calmly sat down in an inconspicuous corner in the back row, his composed gaze sweeping across the room, taking in the aura and demeanor of those important figures. His heart didn't race at all, but his mind was highly focused.
[Eye of Truth], activated.
In the corner of the field of vision, a light blue data stream began to refresh rapidly.
The auction officially begins.
The first exhibit was a deep blue elf egg covered with dragon scale-like patterns, placed on a temperature-controlled, anti-gravity display stand, slowly rotating.
"A Pokémon egg containing a pseudo-legendary Pokémon—Baby Dragon—discovered twenty years ago deep within the 'Cave of the End' by the grandfather of Ms. Diantha, the champion of the Kalos region! Starting bid: 30 million League Coins!"
Before the host had even finished speaking, a chorus of bidding erupted in the room.
Lin Che's gaze had already pierced through the eggshell.
【Elf Egg: Baby Dragon】
Individual Value Potential: 4V
[Potential Assessment: Elite Peak]
The data flashed by, and he quickly looked away. This level of potential wasn't even worth a second glance.
The exhibits that followed were even more eye-opening for him.
Fragments of an ancient manual that allows Fire-type Pokémon to learn the lost skill "Holy Fire," an "Ancient Amulet" unearthed from ancient ruins that can temporarily boost a Pokémon's defenses, and even a mysterious fruit said to contain life energy...
Each item sparked round after round of frenzied bidding, where the fluctuating numbers lost their tangible reality.
Lin Che remained silent throughout, like a calm hunter using his Eye of Truth to strip away the most essential data from each exhibit, patiently waiting for the prey that was truly worth his attention.
During that time, he did discover two promising talents.
An iron dumbbell egg, gleaming with a cold metallic light, has been identified as a special individual with extremely high activity.
【Elf Egg: Iron Dumbbell】
Individual Values (IVs): 5V (HP/Attack/Defense/Special Defense/Speed)
[Potential Assessment: Near-King Level (Limit)]
This data is enough to drive any major family crazy. A 5V Iron Dumbbell means that once it grows up, it will be a Metagross monster with almost no weaknesses, and a trump card to suppress the family's fortune.
Ultimately, the egg was acquired by a steel tycoon from the Unova region for a staggering 120 million.
The other one is a Goethe baby sealed in a special incubator, whose eyes are more profound than those of its kind.
[Elf: Gothic Baby (Female)]
Individual Value Potential: 4V
[Inherited Skill: Trick Room]
[Potential Assessment: Near-King Level]
The rare inherited skill [Trick Space] is a strategic divine skill capable of turning the tide of battle.
Either of these two Pokémon, if it were to become known to the outside world, would be enough to cause a huge uproar among ordinary trainers.
But only a hint of regret flashed in Lin Che's eyes.
Quasi-King level.
This evaluation is an insurmountable barrier. His goal is to stand at the top of the world. His team doesn't need "not bad" partners; what he wants is "perfection" in every position.
Without hesitation, he crossed the two elves off his shortlist.
Midway through the auction, the on-site consignment and appraisal process began.
Lin Che stood up and, under the curious or indifferent gazes of the crowd, walked to the appraisal area set up by the organizers. He took out a box from his backpack, opened it, and inside lay a dark gray stone core with a pitted surface.
It was the "space core" he obtained from the unknown totem island, which had long since lost all its energy.
"I need to send this item for auction."
His voice was calm, devoid of any emotion.
Several Devon Corporation appraisers, dressed in white lab coats, received the core with professional politeness. They placed it into a sophisticated energy analyzer, which scanned it and emitted a few flat beeps.
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"Preliminary identification indicates that it is a special meteorite containing traces of residual space energy. Its material is rare and has certain research value."
An appraiser gave his conclusion in a flat tone.
This conclusion did not cause any stir at the scene. After all, such "mysterious props" with unclear functions are not uncommon at top auctions, and most of them end up as collectibles.
However, at that moment, a woman who had been standing behind the testing area, silently observing everything, suddenly walked over.
She wore the white uniform of Devon Corporation's chief researcher, had short, neat silver hair, and wore frameless glasses that framed her sharp, calm eyes. She exuded a unique aura of intellect and arrogance.
"I will do the final review."
Her voice was cool and clear, carrying an unquestionable authority.
The appraisers immediately and respectfully made way for them.
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The lead female researcher put on a pair of specially made gloves that shimmered with a pale blue energy halo, and then reached out and touched the seemingly ordinary gray core herself.
The moment her fingertips touched the core.
Her face, which always wore a professional smile and seemed indifferent to everything, suddenly changed drastically!
That smile froze and shattered instantly.
Her pupils contracted to their maximum size in an instant!
"This...this aura!"
Her voice trembled slightly from extreme shock.
"impossible!"
An outburst of surprise escaped her lips, shattering the tranquility of the venue!
She felt as if she had encountered something terrifying, instinctively wanting to pull back, but she held on tightly. Her hand, gloved with special gloves, began to tremble slightly uncontrollably.
All eyes were instantly drawn to this sudden turn of events.
Ignoring everyone's gaze, the female researcher used her other hand, with an almost trembling motion, to pull a top-level internal communicator from her breast pocket, and shouted in a hoarse voice:
"Connect the 'Boulder'! Highest authority! Immediately!"
A few minutes later.
The auctioneer suddenly stood up from his seat, holding a communicator. His expression went from astonishment to shock, and finally to frenzied excitement!
He took a deep breath, mustered all his strength, and loudly announced into the microphone:
"Distinguished guests! There's an emergency! Because... because we've just identified a... a masterpiece that could change the world's landscape! The auction's proceedings will be temporarily altered!"
This sudden bombshell instantly ignited the entire venue!
A commotion, an uproar, and incredulous discussions erupted like a tidal wave in the hall.
All eyes were fixed on the seemingly ordinary gray core held in the hands of the chief female researcher.
Chapter 66 The Glittering Little Gray Monster! A Champion-Level Visitor from Space! Target: The Forgotten Crimson Island!
After building up everyone's anticipation, all the lights in the auction hall suddenly went out.
The entire venue was plunged into complete darkness and deathly silence.
Immediately afterwards, a beam of light, condensed to the point of being tangible, suddenly tore through the darkness and projected precisely onto the very center of the auction stage.
The host's excessively amplified and inflammatory voice echoed in every corner of the venue through the amplification equipment.