Pokemon : The Master of Dragon-Types

Chapter 428: 428. Measure

Inside the locked office.

Under the bright incandescent lights, Jacob and Eleanor sat facing each other, the atmosphere solemn.

Eleanor crossed her arms, her chin held high like a proud white swan, a brilliant smile on her face, her gaze fixed on Jacob.

When she first guessed that Giovanni's true identity was Jacob, she herself was startled.

One must know that Jacob is a genius doctor from China, the discoverer of Z-Moves, Z-Move corresponding poses, and Mega Evolution, the national Champion of the High School Cup, with immeasurable prospects for the future.

Who is Giovanni?

A mysterious Legendary Pokémon Trainer, holding two ace Pokémon—a Gigantamax Lapras and a Darkrai—who kidnapped Champion Meyer's beloved son, and it is said that the Fluorescent Forest bloodbath half a month ago was also related to Giovanni.

One must know that the Fluorescent Forest bloodbath resulted in the deaths of four Champion-level Trainers and six Champion-level Pokémon, which was the largest number of Champion-level Pokémon deaths in ten years!

One is a rising star of the future, the other is a powerful and mysterious figure.

If it weren't for the Dynamax Band, Eleanor would never have thought that Jacob was Giovanni.

To verify her deduction, Eleanor repeatedly watched recordings of Giovanni and Jacob, and found that besides the Dynamax Band, Jacob and Giovanni indeed had many subtle similar body movements.

Therefore, Eleanor was 99% certain that Jacob was Giovanni!

"Jacob, it's fine if you don't admit it." Eleanor smiled, having long expected that Jacob wouldn't give in so easily. "Since that's the case..."

"Then I can only report my discovery to the Pokémon Association, and let the Pokémon Association clear your name. After all, you are the High School Cup Champion and a genius scientist, and it wouldn't be good if you were misunderstood."

Eleanor looked at Jacob with a smile, like a fox.

Looking at the smile on her face, Jacob's heart sank. If Eleanor really did that, he would have no recourse at all. At that point, Jacob's only option would be to adamantly deny it, as everything was just Eleanor's speculation, without any evidence.

At worst, he would completely abandon the Giovanni identity.

However, Jacob thought for a moment. If Eleanor really intended to leak this information to the Pokémon Association, she would have probably already reported it, and wouldn't have waited for him to return to confront him.

Since Eleanor sought him out alone, she must have other intentions.

Just as Jacob frowned in thought, Eleanor's tone suddenly shifted. "Of course, for Nina's sake, and for saving my sister, if you admit it, I might consider keeping your secret."

After Eleanor finished speaking, her bright eyes were full of anticipation as she watched Jacob.

Meeting Eleanor's gaze, Jacob had no other choice at this point. He simply leaned back, resting on the sofa, sitting in a relaxed posture, taking a deep breath, a smile on his face, and openly nodded in admission.

"Alright, you're very smart. I am Giovanni."

Although she was 99% certain that Jacob was Giovanni, hearing Jacob admit it personally still made Eleanor extremely excited.

The corners of her mouth curved slightly, and her bright eyes looked at Jacob as she spoke. "I knew it."

Eleanor's gaze continuously scrutinized Jacob, a hint of curiosity in her eyes. "Tell me, how do you change your appearance? Is it a Ditto Mask? Show me, quickly."

Hearing Eleanor's words, Jacob refused without hesitation. "It's definitely not possible here. What if someone sees it?"

"It's fine." Eleanor waved her hand. "I've locked the door—no one can get in."

"Forget it, let's talk about it another time when I'm free." Jacob firmly refused.

"Jacob!" Eleanor glared at Jacob, her voice rising a few octaves.

"I refuse."

"Good!" Eleanor's tone suddenly shifted, a smile appearing at the corner of her mouth, and she sighed leisurely. "Sigh, if you mercilessly refuse me, I'll be in a very bad mood, and when I'm in a bad mood, I might forget about keeping your secret. It wouldn't be good if I accidentally leaked your identity."

"Of course, if you satisfy this small request of mine, I will definitely remember to keep your secret. Even if Elise asks me, I won't reveal a single word."

Listening to Eleanor's threatening words, Jacob's eyebrows twitched, and he felt incredibly frustrated. Suppressing the anger in his heart, he took a deep breath and said, "Alright, I'll show you once."

As soon as Jacob finished speaking, he took out the Ditto Mask and put it on his face, instantly transforming from a handsome young man into the mature and composed Giovanni.

Eleanor carefully examined "Giovanni's" face, nodding in satisfaction. "Not bad, not bad. He's quite handsome, much better looking than your pretty boy appearance. No wonder my sister has become your loyal fan recently."

Listening to Eleanor's comments about him, Jacob felt even more uncomfortable. He was now seething with anger, but he couldn't vent it on Eleanor!

How hateful!

I, a grown man, am actually being manipulated by Eleanor.

As if sensing Jacob's full of resentment, Eleanor frowned and looked at Jacob. "Jacob, are you... dissatisfied with me?"

"No, no." Jacob forced a smile and shook his head.

"That's good then." Eleanor sat on the sofa, looking at Jacob. "When do you plan to start our experiments? Last time you said you'd have me and Arya come to your lab, and it's been a month with no news. You need to hurry, Jacob."

"This weekend will do." Jacob said.

"Mm." Eleanor nodded, very satisfied with Jacob's current performance. "Not bad, not bad. Seeing you perform so well, rest assured, I will keep your secret."

At this point, Eleanor paused, her expression becoming serious, and she reminded Jacob. "However, this experiment of yours must remain confidential. Otherwise, once you announce the matter of Gigantamax Pokémon, many people will associate you with Giovanni, after all, Giovanni was the first Trainer to use Gigantamax Pokémon."

"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing." Jacob listened to Eleanor's kind reminder, feeling a little better, and nodded. He had already considered this point and had a perfect countermeasure in mind.

"That's good then." Eleanor nodded. "Oh, and there's one more thing. I also want a Gigantamax Pokémon. Could you please help me figure out a way?"

"..." Jacob took a deep breath and looked at Eleanor. "Eleanor, Gigantamax Pokémon are rare existences. Even if I wanted to help you catch one, it depends on whether we can encounter one."

Although Jacob still had a Gigantamax Grimmsnarl in his possession, he had paid a huge price and narrowly escaped death to capture it, and he didn't want to just give it to Eleanor for free.

"I don't care, I just want one."

"You're going too far, Eleanor." Jacob said with a cold face. "Don't force me. At worst, I'll never use Giovanni's identity again."

"Alright. If you don't give it, then so be it." Eleanor sighed. "I never said I was going to tell the Pokémon Association—why are you so anxious? But Jacob, I have one last question."

"Giovanni has two beautiful women by his side, one blonde Caucasian beauty and one woman with an excellent figure. They both seem to have a very close relationship with you. They both wear masks—can you tell me their identities and your relationship with them?" Eleanor looked at Jacob with a smile. "Don't worry, I don't have any other intentions, I'm just asking for Nina."

"..." Jacob was silent for a while, then gritted his teeth and said, "Alright, I promise to capture a Gigantamax Pokémon for you."

"I didn't force you."