"It seems highly likely that Kyogre's resting area is near the western sea. We need to investigate further."
Botaya reviewed Lian's numeric analysis and then turned towards the two Elite Four members beside him and the elder behind them, nodding slightly. With mutual understanding, they knew what actions needed to be taken.
"Kalia, thank you for your timely information. You may return now; we'll handle everything from here on out." Botaya spoke with a faint smile.
"Understood." Kalia nodded, not expecting any rewards, as any responsible Trainer would have shared such crucial intel for the safety of the Sebas region, rather than personal gain.
Following this, Kalia departed the island.
She planned to visit the League Headquarters again later, since it was also the venue for the upcoming League Competition. At that time, it wouldn't be as quiet as now but bustling with people instead - perfect for exploring the headquarters' surroundings.
After Kalia left, Botaya and his team began strategizing while swiftly recalling other Elite Four members and several high-level Trainers.
Due to Kalia's warning, the Sebas region had started taking Kyogre's awakening seriously and dispatched numerous Trainers to investigate any anomalies in the western seas.
However, Link faced difficulties as the Ellie region did not prioritize the potential awakening of Kyogre. Primarily, this was because the Trainers he approached were not part of the League's true upper echelons.
As a result, Lester seized the opportunity to escape, his whereabouts unknown. It was likely he went into hiding, given that the Ellie region is his territory. For Link, finding him seemed akin to searching for a needle in a haystack, so she eventually gave up.
Moreover, he had no obligation to inform the Ellie region's higher-ups, and doing so might even invite ridicule from them.
Regardless, he had already spoken his concerns, but nobody believed his—it wasn't his fault.
As for the massive losses potentially resulting from this situation, Link remained indifferent; it simply didn't concern him.
The Ellie region has always looked down on Trainers from the Sebas region. As a pure Sebas native, Link had voiced his warnings, and if they chose not to believe him, who could be blamed?
***
Kalia returned to her normal routine: accepting missions, completing them, earning rewards, and simultaneously training and nurturing her Pokemon.
With Kyogre's awakening under the supervision of the Pokemon League, she felt reassured. The League would undoubtedly prevent Kyogre from easily expanding the ocean and causing catastrophic tsunamis.
Time swiftly passed.
In the blink of an eye, three months had gone by.
For both Lian and Kalia, these three months were relatively peaceful, with no significant events occurring.
Three months may not seem long or short; Kalia remained thirteen years old, only officially turning fourteen on her next birthday.
During this period, Kalia celebrated her birthday in mid-April. With newfound wealth, she invited many friends to join her festivities, making it a memorable occasion, albeit tinged with sadness due to the absence of her family.
Now it was early May, and temperatures gradually began to rise, occasionally experiencing unusually hot days—a sign that summer was approaching.
Lian reminisced about how he first met Kalia during the summer season. Unbeknownst to him, it had already been a year since his arrival in this world, and nearly a year spent alongside Kalia.
The past three months were not just tranquil for Kalia but also exceptionally calm in the western sea, with no noteworthy incidents occurring.
However, three months ago, there indeed was a sighting of a purple comet falling into the ocean, witnessed by numerous local island residents. This event was confirmed without doubt.
Otherwise, the League might have questioned Kalia's claims. Although they remained vigilant, with no signs of Kyogre awakening, fewer Trainers were actively investigating the western sea.
Only occasional patrols by mid-level Trainers took place, ready to immediately notify other Trainers or even high-ranking officials if any unusual activity occurred.
The past three months had been remarkably peaceful, including in the Ellie region. Despite spotting Genesect traces a few times, the Dark Guild exercised caution, quickly disappearing each instance.
Most people paid little attention, assuming it was just a powerful Legendary Pokémon passing through and subsequently moving on.
As the League Competition approached, Trainers from the Sebas region began converging in its southern areas. Many hoped to secure tickets for the annual competition, eager to witness this prestigious event.
All the newly promoted high-level Trainers were also eagerly preparing, aiming to shine brightly during the upcoming League Competition.
The League Competition was primarily for young Trainers; only those who had recently advanced within the last three years and were under twenty years of age could participate. After three years, they were no longer considered young Trainers and thus ineligible.
The League Champion must be both the youngest and most exceptional, which explains why Champions tend to be significantly younger compared to members of the Elite Four, who are usually older.
This is because high-level Trainers beyond the three-year mark cannot compete in the League Competition but can vie for positions among the Elite Four, aiming to become new Elite Four trainers.
While few newly promoted high-level Trainers emerge each year, there remains a substantial number within their first three years post-promotion. Typically, around ten to fifteen Trainers participate in the League Competition.
Even this number is significant, considering that during normal times, fewer than a handful of high-level Trainers are produced annually. Accumulating five or more over three years is already quite challenging.
Having over ten high-level Trainers, with most hailing from the Ruby Pokémon Academy, highlights the disparity. It takes considerably longer for a non-academy individual to achieve high-level Trainer status before reaching twenty years of age.
Currently, most of the League's high-level Trainers honestly come from the Ruby Pokémon Academy, with very few being commoners.
However, one member of the Elite Four is of humble origin - Taro, and thus he led the team during the recent Exchange Competition against the Ellie region.
The other three Elite Four members might not have readily supported Kalia and her peers, as Trainers from the Ruby Pokémon Academy often feel superior to commoner Trainers.
While not as extreme as the disdain seen in the Ellie region, they still tend to be difficult to approach, rarely interacting and showing little kindness.
Nighttime in Totem City.
Kalia put on her glasses and slowly flipped through her books, knowing that learning must never cease. Although she was already a mid-level Trainer, it was uncertain how long it would take before she could attempt the high-level examination. However, there is always more knowledge to acquire.
Inside his Poké Ball, Lian played with the crimson Red Orb, waiting for midnight to enter the system space.
Over these past three months, he had accumulated a substantial amount of Combat Points and significantly increased his level.