Even if Natsuhiko goes to the headquarters of the International Criminal Police, his status will not be lower than Lira's.
Plus, he's already the Deputy Head of the "UB Countermeasures Department"...
Of course, Lira also has the identity of the Battle Tower leader to her name.
So she can consistently have the upper hand over Natsuhiko.
Lira raised her hand and pressed down slightly, appropriately restraining the others present from expressing their excitement.
"Since Natsuhiko has yet to announce being a Doctor, let's not spread it around, and keep it as a temporary secret."
"Yes!"
"The 'UB Countermeasures Department' now has a resident Doctor!"
And not in the capacity of an adviser like Kukui, but truly one of our own.
This undoubtedly boosted the confidence of those in the meeting room regarding combating the Ultimate Beasts.
"Natsuhiko, the key reason for this meeting is about one matter."
After everyone was seated, Lira spoke to Natsuhiko slowly.
"What is it?"
"Handsome Guy needs to temporarily leave for the Kalos Region," Lira said.
Natsuhiko looked at Handsome Guy sitting by the conference table, whose expression had grown stern.
Although Morden often complained to Natsuhiko about Handsome Guy's lack of adaptability, he never criticized Handsome Guy's abilities.
And in the "UB Countermeasures Department," Handsome Guy's status was second only to Lira and Natsuhiko.
He is the leader of the Special Operations Group, and without him, the group lacks a leader.
"What's wrong?" Natsuhiko asked.
Handsome Guy immediately stood up and solemnly said, "I founded a detective agency years ago while operating in the Kalos Region, and recruited an assistant, but recently, I've lost contact with that assistant and must return to check."
Machael?
Has that Kuseloski from Flare Team already invented the "E Combat Suit"?
"Are there no colleagues locally?"
"The local police haven't found any trace, and as for colleagues... it isn't within their scope of duties," Handsome Guy explained honestly.
Natsuhiko raised an eyebrow, his gaze slightly sharp.
"Is it within your scope of duties to go now?"
Hearing this, Handsome Guy's expression slightly froze, pursing his lips.
Natsuhiko shook his head continuously.
Morden's observations were spot on.
Handsome Guy just doesn't get adaptability, even though his abilities are strong, he's still just a team leader in the International Criminal Police.
While Lira, who entered the field later than he did, is now a Police Chief.
Lira said nothing but sat beside, watching how Natsuhiko would handle it.
Handsome Guy's matter, ultimately, is personal.
As a friend, she could let Handsome Guy go, but as a leader, it truly doesn't have precedence.
Lira had already figured out a way to deal with it, but also wanted to see Natsuhiko's approach.
This decision would determine how far Natsuhiko could go in the International Criminal Police Organization.
Whether he would be like Handsome Guy, just a capable executor, or merely a researcher, or perhaps someone who delegates everything, or... a mastermind.
Even though after the Manaro Arena incident, Natsuhiko showed certain command capabilities.
But interacting with subordinates is another mode altogether.
The rest also remained silent.
They hadn't interacted much with Natsuhiko.
This matter also dictated what attitude they should take toward Natsuhiko in the future.
"I..." Handsome Guy began, constrained.
The atmosphere in the meeting room became somewhat grim.
The recent joy of learning Natsuhiko became a Doctor also dissipated.
"Minister Lira." Natsuhiko suddenly spoke, interrupting Handsome Guy.
"Hm?"
"I find this doesn't comply with the rules."
"Yes," Lira agreed.
The expressions in the office were serious, and Handsome Guy's expression turned somewhat bleak.
"So I think...
The unique natural environment of the Alola Region is filled with the essence of the Ultimate Aura. I require environmental samples from other regions for reference, and hereby apply for a natural environment survey mission to the Kalos Region, requesting Special Operations Group Leader Handsome Guy's assistance!"
Hm?
Everyone in the meeting room was taken aback.
Handsome Guy's face was also full of surprise.
Only Lira revealed a slight smile.
"Approved."
This is called 'Adaptability.'