The awakened power could manifest in over a dozen attributes, yet Eevee's evolutionary forms, in Fang Yuan's knowledge, only spanned eight kinds.
But this did not mean that Eevee could only evolve into eight forms.
Fang Yuan was certain that with game updates, Eevee's evolution possibilities would increase.
So, from a certain perspective, Professor Xu Qingmu's theory made some sense.
Little Magnetic Monster was an Electric and Steel type Pokemon, and because it had awakened a Psychic type power, its spiritual power was very prominent. It learned and practiced moves like Reflect Wall and Light Wall, which were Psychic type moves, more easily than Eevee. Didn't this prove its exceptional talent in the Psychic skillset?
Applying this to Eevee, using the attribute of the awakened power to determine what Eevee should evolve into also seemed reasonable.
"Since Eevee has the ability to choose the direction of its evolution, why not scientifically choose the direction that is most suitable for its development?" Professor Xu Qingmu nodded.
"Identifying the most suitable attribute for Eevee using awakened power, and then striving towards that attribute is, of course, the most scientific method if you wish to maximize Eevee's potential. However, if Eevee awakens powers like Dragon, Ground, or Flying attributes, then you might as well abandon this method."
Everyone laughed.
Indeed.
Even Fang Yuan had not heard of such evolutionary forms.
Dammit, he missed the release of the new version of the game before he transmigrated.
Abroad, secret locations with unfamiliar Pokemon have already appeared, which might belong to the new series, but there are no new evolutionary forms for Eevee.
Fang Yuan sighed, however, there was a fatal flaw in Professor Xu Qingmu's theory placed before him.
"Awakened power... there's no way to learn it."
"Yes, the awakening of such power is entirely up to luck, and no one knows how to make a Pokemon consciously awaken this move. So my theory is just a pure theory after all. Without a large amount of data to support it, there's no way to verify it, haha."
Fang Yuan looked at Eevee, and Eevee looked at the ceiling.
Eevee also thought that it was impossible to self-learn such moves...
"So, my suggestion is, if your Eevee has the chance to learn awakened power, choosing its evolutionary form based on the attribute of the awakened power is the most scientific method, and it can maximize Eevee's potential."
"Thank you."
"No problem, okay, let me take you to the backyard of the research institute to see the Pokemon we're raising here."
Professor Xu Qingmu's researchers had raised some Normal type Pokemon used for research, which was also what Fang Yuan and his group were visiting this time.
In the backyard of the research institute, there were five Eevees. Upon seeing them, Wen Siyu, with permission, immediately picked one up.
"This one and that one, these two Eevees have the Dangerous Premonition trait." Professor Xu Qingmu pointed out the two.
"Bwoo..."
Eevee looked at these five Eevees. Compared to the one it battled yesterday... well, there was a vast difference in aura.
It might possibly take on five by itself!
"Professor Xu Qingmu, do any of these Eevees know the Baby-Doll Eyes move?" Fang Yuan curiously asked.
He still remembered the Eevee used by Xie Qingyi that could use Fairy-type moves.
"Baby-Doll Eyes?" Professor Xu Qingmu frowned. "The Fairy-type Baby-Doll Eyes?"
"Yes."
"No, these Eevees haven't undergone move training. They know only some common moves." Professor Xu Qingmu asked, "Besides, this is the first time I've heard that Eevee can learn Baby-Doll Eyes. Could it be that your Eevee has mastered it?"
"No, no, no..." Fang Yuan shook his head. "I encountered an Eevee that knew Baby-Doll Eyes in a battle yesterday."
"Oh?" Professor Xu Qingmu expressed his intrigue. "An Eevee that can use Baby-Doll Eyes is interesting... Do you know its Trainer?"
"I don't," Fang Yuan said. "But the person seems to be a student from Mo Da and is a Pokemon Researcher specializing in the Fairy attribute. Her name is Xie Qingyi."
Fang Yuan finished speaking, and Professor Xu Qingmu's body jolted.
"Xie Qingyi, huh..."
...
As time slowly passed, and it was getting late, Fang Yuan and Wen Siyu prepared to conclude their visit for the day. It was worth mentioning that Fang Yuan had also obtained Professor Xu Qingmu's contact information, making the trip worthwhile.
"I'll escort you out to here."
After seeing Fang Yuan and Wen Siyu to the door, Professor Xu Qingmu smiled and said, "Welcome to come again next time."
Fang Yuan didn't expect Professor Xu Qingmu to be so hospitable and not as reclusive as researchers were rumored to be, which made him respect the professor even more.
After leaving.
Wen Siyu exclaimed, "This is the first time I've found Professor Xu to be so talkative, especially the theories he discussed with you... It seems that the professor really thinks highly of you."
Fang Yuan scratched his head. He was certainly pleased to be valued by such a researcher, but he couldn't possibly apply to Nanjiang University... What a pity.
That same evening.
Fang Yuan returned to the hotel and began to consider whether he should head back to Pingcheng the next day.
There wasn't much time left before the official start of the semester, and he had quite a fruitful vacation. Next up was preparing for the provincial high school Pokemon battle competition.
However,
as Fang Yuan was playing with his phone, an unfamiliar call suddenly came through.
He glanced at the caller ID note and uttered a "Huh," it was actually Professor Xu Qingmu.
He had just obtained Professor Xu Qingmu's personal phone number today.
He didn't expect to get in touch so soon.
But... what did the other party want?
Fang Yuan answered the call, and a familiar voice came through: "Is this Fang Yuan?"
"It's me, Professor Xu. Is there something you need?"
"I just remembered that I have an important project here that requires more data on the reaction speed of Eevees with the Dangerous Premonition trait. What do you say, do you have time tomorrow to come by the institute again, to assist me?"
"That... No problem," Fang Yuan hesitated before quickly replying, "What time tomorrow?"
Not long after, Fang Yuan hung up the phone and lay down on the bed. Professor Xu Qingmu had invited him to the research institute again, so Fang Yuan had to postpone his plans to return to Pingcheng.
"Another project on the Dangerous Premonition trait? What could it be?"
...
Meanwhile.
At the hotel where Fang Yuan was staying, a female Trainer with tea-colored short hair arrived—it was Xie Qingyi, who had battled Fang Yuan the day before.
She made her way to the front desk in a daze and asked the staff, "Excuse me... are there any rooms available?"
"Good evening, we currently have two vacant rooms."
The front desk staff checked the computer and then looked at Xie Qingyi.
"Hmm... I'll take one," Xie Qingyi calculated briefly and then asked, "I read that the hotel offers discounts for college student Trainers, is that right?"
"Yes, it is."
"That's great, here's my ID."