Chapter 35: Team Rocket’s Second-in-Command! [35]
"Luo Yuan? This is the first time you've contacted me since you set out, isn't it?"
Professor Oak stood in front of his computer, holding a freshly prepared bowl of instant noodles.
"Yes, since I haven't caught many new Pokémon along the way, I didn't want to bother you, Professor Oak," Luo Yuan replied.
Compared to other rookie trainers who wanted to catch every Pokémon they saw, Luo Yuan was quite the outlier.
Professor Oak chuckled at his response. "You're too modest. Gary told me you managed to catch a Gyarados. Catching one at your age puts you well ahead of many trainers."
In truth, there was more he didn't say, fearing it might make Luo Yuan overconfident.
He'd only seen one other young trainer capable of catching a Gyarados so early on, and that was Lance, the current Dragon-type Elite.
"Plus, Officer Jenny from Pewter City sent me a letter of thanks, expressing her gratitude for your help in fending off Team Flare."
Professor Oak couldn't help but feel proud.
Of all the trainers who'd set off under his guidance this year, Luo Yuan was easily the most outstanding.
"You're too kind, Professor Oak."