Dr. Zager's Findings

And for some time, it was dormant. She walked in step behind the Doctor and looked for some movement—anything—so that she wasn’t just a silent follower. But step after step, the dial didn’t move. Sylvia bit her lip, unsure what to do or say until—

For a split second the dial flipped up. And then it went right back down. Before Sylvia could even open her mouth, it was right back where it started: in the middle and motionless.

"D-"

Again. Just for a split second. Were her eyes playing tricks on her, or…?

No. Definitely no tricks. Except this wasn’t any better than before. The dial seemed to be bouncing between in the negative and in the red, and… yeah Sylvia didn’t know what to do with this.

His heart raced. Could it be? Could his research have been correct?

"Sylvia... thank you. This is exactly what I've been looking for. Excellent work."

"Follow behind me," he said. “Keep an eye on this device and tell me if it picks up anything unusual. There’s been rumors of unusual electromagnetic activity- possibly related to Pokemon evolutionary stones- and as you’ve no doubt been briefed, our operation here is to find the source and identify if it may be a new way to increase the power of certain species of Pokemon." Zager’s face lit up like a child receiving a new toy on Christmas morning. “Why… if my hypothesis is correct… we may have within our grasp more power than we thought imaginable-"

He caught himself getting overexcited and returned to a more professional tone of voice.

There was just something about the way a scientist could get so into their work that could elevate the spirits. She hardly understood what he was saying, but she was excited to see it happen, just like he was until—

Ahem. They were being professional. Sylvia’s smile dropped and she looked down at the device as her instruction was given. Heh. "Understood."She wasn’t even going to joke about there being ‘no’ pressure. It was rather intentionally being placed onto her. Screwing up wasn’t an option, especially since… messing up such a simple task? That would look terrible on her record.

I’d gladly give you a sample for your research, Nils. I don’t doubt that alongside the Pokerus, these stones could bear untold potential. 

It leaves us both excited, I see. You see? This is why I became… a scientist. To gain this knowledge, this…. power! The others are too simple-minded… to understand the way real geniuses… like you and I think. 

*Zager laughs, nearly choking, then regains composure*

Fascinating. If you can accomplish what… Namba… failed to do, I can promise it will be a great credit to your name around these quarters, possibly even a promotion? Rest assured, if you reach your goal, I’ll certainly put in a good word for you with Giovanni…

I'd gladly give you a sample for your research, Nils. I don't doubt that alongside the Pokerus, these stones could bear untold potential. 

My research has been going… rather well, I think. I’ve more or less picked… up where Dr. Namba has failed… to continue on his research regarding… the Pokerus virus. I think I may be close… to a breakthrough on how to… properly harness its power.

Fascinating. If you can accomplish what... Namba... failed to do, I can promise it will be a great credit to your name around these quarters, possibly even a promotion? Rest assured, if you reach your goal, I'll certainly put in a good word for you with Giovanni...

"Follow behind me," he said. "Keep an eye on this device and tell me if it picks up anything unusual. There's been rumors of unusual electromagnetic activity- possibly related to Pokemon evolutionary stones- and as you've no doubt been briefed, our operation here is to find the source and identify if it may be a new way to increase the power of certain species of Pokemon." Zager's face lit up like a child receiving a new toy on Christmas morning. "Why... if my hypothesis is correct... we may have within our grasp more power than we thought imaginable-"

He caught himself getting overexcited and returned to a more professional tone of voice.

The girl caught his eye. She seemed eager and ready for anything, and that was the personality he enjoyed working with the most.

He approached her and pointed her direction. 

Maybe it was her hair.

In any case, Sylvia smiled and bowed her head courteously. “My name is Sylvia, sir." She lifted her head, a small smile still remaining, and although she wanted to ask how she could be of assistance, she kept her mouth shut.