Pokémon: My Titles Know No Limits! [121]

What exactly was this habit of Sabrina’s supposed to be?

Feeding play?

Noticing the strange looks from the two of them, Sabrina explained, “I was just—”

But before she could finish, August cut her off. “Say no more, I get it!”

Then, he reached into his backpack and handed her three Pokéblocks.

Seeing August’s I understand expression and the Pokéblocks he offered, Sabrina felt an overwhelming sense of defilement.

But she really had only spoken up because she thought the Pokéblock could enhance her psychic power!

Numbly, she accepted the Pokéblocks from his hand.

She didn’t bother explaining anything further—no matter what she said now, they would just assume she was making excuses.

It didn’t matter anymore…

Watching Sabrina’s figure as she left the manor, August stretched lazily. “Mission accomplished. I poached a Rocket Executive and planted an undercover agent. One in, one out—basically, Rocket just lost two executives. I’d say this operation was a success.”

“Plus, with Lt. Surge already captured, if you round up, that’s like a third of Team Rocket wiped out.”

“With me around, the Kanto League should be thrilled.”

Blue, standing to the side, had a face full of question marks.

Since when could you calculate things like that?

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By the time Sabrina returned to the Saffron Gym, it was already evening.

The gym’s psychic trainees noticed that their leader’s expression seemed a little different from usual. They exchanged glances.

Could it be… our previous suspicions were true?

Did the Gym Leader really get a boyfriend?

Ignoring the trainees’ speculation, Sabrina returned to her room and placed her Pokémon, including Alakazam, into the healing machine—a setup typically found in large Pokémon Centers.

After taking a moment to adjust her mood and facial expression back to normal, she followed August’s instructions and dialed Giovanni’s number.

On the other side of the video call, Giovanni, as always, sat in his chair, idly stroking Persian’s head.

“It's Sabrina, I ran into that August you mentioned before today.”

Hearing this, Giovanni showed no surprise—he had already learned about it from Sird earlier.

“So, he came to Saffron Gym today for a Gym Challenge?”

“That’s right. He’s very strong.”

Sabrina carefully selected details she could disclose and fabricated a version of events in which she deliberately held back and lost to August, ultimately granting him the Gym Badge.

As for why she left the gym with him afterward, she had already prepared an explanation:

“Actually, it seems like he’s somewhat interested in me. After the challenge, he even invited me to dinner…”

Giovanni chuckled at this. Given August’s age, that was completely normal—if anything, it was a good thing.

“If August has gained Lance’s trust enough to be appointed as a Gym examiner, then he’s definitely not just some former Ranger. Keep interacting with him and see if you can uncover his secrets…”

Giovanni spoke as if it were a given.

Completely unaware that Sabrina was already shaped in August’s image.

His order for her to stay close to August only served to make things more convenient for August.

Sabrina’s expression remained as composed as ever. When Giovanni finished speaking, she simply nodded in acknowledgment.

For now, that was the end of the discussion about August. To Giovanni, August was just a promising young man whom Lance favored—possibly someone with hidden secrets, but nothing beyond that.

He had already personally tested him, and with Sabrina observing him closely, that was enough for now.

There were more pressing matters requiring his attention.

“There may be a mission for you soon.”

Sabrina asked, “What mission?”

“In the Seafoam Islands, our people have spotted Articuno.”

“Sird was seriously injured this time and needs to recover in the Sevii Islands. Koga, while closer to Seafoam, also has to prepare for his upcoming Gym exam.”

“So, this mission will be yours.”

“If you manage to capture Articuno, it will also be yours to command.”

Giovanni was skilled at managing his subordinates—lofty dreams of world domination weren’t enough; tangible rewards were essential.

And as expected, Sabrina didn’t hesitate.

“I accept.”

“Good. I’ll have Matori notify you when the time comes.”

After hanging up, Sabrina let out a long breath.

She took out the secure communicator August had given her, the one used by the International Police.

Hesitating for a moment, she ultimately decided to send him the entire conversation with Giovanni.

Once that was done, it was as if all the strength left her body, and she collapsed onto her bed.

Her hair splayed out, her eyes vacant as she stared at the ceiling.

She retrieved the special Pokéblock August had given her, watching its faint glow in her palm as she murmured:

“There’s no going back now…”

With that, she placed the Pokéblock in her mouth. A rush of warmth surged through her body.

And this time, since she was in her own gym, she didn’t need to hold back…

“Mm…”

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While Sabrina was immersed in training her psychic abilities, August had just received her message.

Articuno?

August hadn’t expected Giovanni to set his sights on the Legendary Birds so soon.

You haven’t even finished creating Mewtwo, and now you’re going after Articuno? Giovanni, you really don’t worry about overreaching, huh?

As he pondered, Gary—who had been watching August zone out—looked utterly exasperated.

He called me all the way to Saffron City, telling me there was a part-time gig that could improve my battle skills.

Now, when I ask what the job is, he just stares at his phone?

Did he lie to me?

And to think I left my girlfriends behind to come here alone…

Well, that aside, this manor is really nice. Maybe I should ask my dad if he can get me one too.

August’s thoughts didn’t drift for long before he snapped back to reality. He turned to Gary. “Sorry, I got distracted… What were you saying? Oh, right, you were asking about the job.”

Gary nodded, visibly impatient.

He was curious—what kind of part-time job could enhance battle skills, fit around his travels, and pay well?

August smiled and glanced at Blue.

At his signal, Blue pulled out a prepared confidentiality agreement.

“Sign this first.”

“A confidentiality agreement? For a part-time job? Isn’t that a bit much…” Gary twitched his lips in disbelief.

What kind of job needs a confidentiality agreement?

Still, trusting August, he didn’t hesitate for long. After skimming the document, he signed his name.

Handing it back to Blue, he asked, “Alright, now can you tell me what this job is?”

“Of course.” August grinned.

“Allow me to formally introduce you… to the International Police, Kanto Division.”

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