Team Rocket's Second-in-Command!

Because Lillie had previously spent some time living with him in Alola, she didn't feel out of place even in the unfamiliar surroundings of Kanto.

"Your mother is currently handling matters in Hoenn. She might come to Kanto to visit you in a while," Luo Yuan said.

"Mm..." Lillie nodded.

She didn't ask how Luo Yuan knew her mother was in Hoenn. She had grown used to him and her mother frequently discussing things together during her time at Aether Paradise.

"For the time being, I may be tied up with some matters, so I've asked Sabrina to show you around Johto and Kanto. I've also spoken with Professor Oak; Sabrina will take you to visit his lab at some point," Luo Yuan added.

Previously, Luo Yuan had lent the Nihilego he captured to Professor Oak for research. For minor requests like this, he naturally didn't mind complying—especially since Lillie was a student of his cousin, Samson Oak.

After arranging for Lillie's studies and activities in Kanto and Johto, Luo Yuan took a short rest at home. The next day, he headed to Koga's office.

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Although the Johto League had split from the Indigo League not long ago, Koga, as a Johto Elite Four member, already had his own office.

Set in an ancient-style compound, Koga knelt in meditation before a scroll bearing the character for "Ninja."

When he heard footsteps approaching, his eyes snapped open. Without turning his head, he waved his hand, sending a Poké Ball flying behind him.