To clarify for readers, all potential heroines in the fanfiction, such as Misty and others, are portrayed as being 16 years or older & Kai is 17+. This adjustment has been made intentionally, as they are older than their canonical counterparts in this story & too many readers were asking the same questionz.
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Accompanied by Sabrina, Kai arrived at the Silph Co. building.
The bustling streets were filled with vehicles, and the building's walls had been fully repaired.
It was hard to imagine that this very place had been the battleground for a fierce confrontation and a temporary occupation by Team Rocket.
After passing through a thorough security check, they were escorted by a male secretary to the CEO's office on the top floor.
Kai couldn't help but notice the significant increase in security throughout the building.
Armed personnel and patrolling Pokémon were stationed on nearly every floor.
It seemed Silph Co. had learned a valuable lesson strengthening their defences was now a priority.
When they knocked on the office door, they were greeted by President Silph himself. His face was radiant, full of energy and vitality, a stark contrast to his appearance during their last encounter.
"Mr. Kai, Miss Sabrina, welcome!" President Silph said warmly, rising from his chair and walking over to greet them.
"Mr. Silph, you look incredible! Did something good happen recently?" Kai asked with a smile.
President Silph chuckled, shaking hands with both of them. His keen gaze flicked between Kai and Sabrina, seemingly picking up on the subtle changes in their dynamic.
"Well, having you both here is good enough for me!" he replied diplomatically.
Kai gestured toward the two guards stationed outside the door. "The security improvements are impressive. I wasn't expecting such a transformation in such a short time."
"It's not my doing it's the power of money," President Silph said with a laugh. "In this world, any problem that can be solved with money is no problem at all."
His tone then grew serious. "I recently watched the video of you battling the giant Tentacruel online. While your mask is distinctive, I have to say, your equipment could use a serious upgrade."
Kai scratched his head, slightly embarrassed. "To be honest, my gear is nothing special. The mask? I bought it for 100 Pokédollars at a game shop. And the cloak? Just a random raincoat I found."
President Silph raised an eyebrow, examining the mask Kai pulled out from his bag. "This... this material is unacceptable! Something so poorly made isn't suitable for pairing with Silph's inspection mirror. Our company is renowned for high-tech innovations, and as a friend, I can't let you use such crude equipment."
Turning to his secretary, he instructed, "Go to the equipment department and have them create a new mask and cloak immediately. Also, bring our latest outdoor product line."
The secretary nodded and left promptly.
Kai hesitated. "Isn't that too much? This sounds expensive."
"Nonsense," President Silph waved off the concern. "Compared to what you've done for us, this is trivial."
The three talked for a while, and President Silph was pleased to hear Kai hadn't used the Master Ball yet. "That Master Ball is no small thing. Don't use it recklessly. Save it for capturing a truly important Pokémon."
"Don't worry," Kai assured him. "I'll use it wisely."
Since President Silph had other business to attend to, Kai and Sabrina tactfully excused themselves, heading to a lounge downstairs.
It happened to be the same room where they had once hidden in a wardrobe to avoid Team Rocket.
Sitting on the sofa, Kai sighed. "The Rocket attack here... it's still vivid in my memory."
Sabrina glanced at the wardrobe, a faint blush creeping onto her face as she murmured a soft "Hmm."
Turning to Kai, she asked, "After you leave here, where will you go next?"
"Viridian City Gym," Kai replied without hesitation. "I heard that after Giovanni disappeared, Agatha took over as the temporary Gym Leader. A Ghost-type specialist, huh? She won't be easy to defeat, but I need that final badge, no matter what."
Sabrina nodded thoughtfully. "And after you earn the eight badges, you'll challenge the Pokémon League?"
"Of course. Why do you ask?" Kai gave her a curious look. Sabrina had been a Gym Leader for years. Surely, she already knew how this worked.
Her voice softened. "And after the League... what's next?"
Kai paused, contemplating. "I suppose I'll leave Kanto and continue my journey in other regions."
"I see," Sabrina murmured, her gaze distant.
Before Kai could ask what she meant, the secretary entered the room carrying a large box filled with items.
He carefully unpacked it, revealing a full set of equipment: a jacket, sweatpants, sneakers, a belt, knee and wrist pads, and even a sleek backpack.
"These are our company's latest products," the secretary explained. "Take this jacket, for example, it's made from special materials that are fireproof, waterproof, and resistant to wear and tear. Even a knife won't cut through it easily."
Kai picked up the jacket, marvelling at its softness and stylish design. Realizing there was no reason to refuse, he stepped into a nearby changing room to try everything on.
When he emerged, the transformation was remarkable. The new gear highlighted his natural athleticism and youthful energy. Sabrina's gaze lingered for a moment, an appreciative glint in her eyes.
Just then, a researcher entered with a newly crafted mask. The design retained the familiar Gengar shape but was made of lightweight alloy, giving it a sleek, polished finish.
Its eyes were upgraded with Silph's inspection mirror technology. While ordinary objects appeared unchanged, anything mysterious or hidden would reveal its true form.
Kai examined the mask and smiled. "This... this is incredible."
"You deserve no less," President Silph's voice echoed from the doorway. "Now, go out there and make good use of it."
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