"Ahem!!"

In the end, this farce was stopped by Granny Kui. A faint blush even appeared on her face, a flicker of embarrassment at the boisterous behavior of her peers. However, this was quickly seen through by everyone who had regained their composure. They were all old-timers; how much was their dignity truly worth in such a moment?

Matsuda, however, sat to the side with a calm expression, quietly observing their performance. If he did not possess absolute confidence in Aoki, would he have agreed to so many seemingly unfavorable terms? My foolish brothers... you have no idea what you are up against.

After the first round of the assessment, none of the examiners dared to underestimate Aoki any longer. Even the people in the spectator stands could clearly see the exceptional skill that had been demonstrated. The second round of the assessment still followed the established rules: the production of Pokeblocks.

As a Breeder, the most crucial ability was, of course, the creation of these vital nutritional items. The production of Pokeblocks encompassed many things, such as the preparation of antidotes, like the one used to treat Steven's Aggron previously, and the configuration of various medicinal solutions.

Because Granny Kui had witnessed Aoki prepare that antidote, she was already somewhat interested in his Pokeblock crafting abilities. Coupled with his brilliant performance in the previous question-and-answer session, her interest was piqued even further. She was very curious to see what kind of Pokeblocks this young man could produce.

The assessment content for this stage was that the Breeder's Guild would provide a Pokémon as a sample, and then the assessor would be asked to create a Pokeblock suitable for that specific Pokémon. As long as the Pokeblock could reach the quality of a high-grade item, it would be a pass. If it could be a customized Pokeblock, tailored to the Pokémon's unique needs, it would of course be even better and considered a significant bonus.

Originally, the Breeder's Guild had prepared the Pokémon for this test. But after what transpired in the previous stage, Granny Kui suddenly had an idea. "I wonder if there are any Trainers here who would be willing to offer their Pokémon for this assessment?" she announced loudly to everyone in the venue. "Do not worry, everything will be conducted under our supervision. We will ensure no harm comes to your Pokémon." Granny Kui had unconsciously used her psychic powers while speaking, ensuring her voice carried clearly to every corner of the venue.

Is the president of the Breeder's Guild also a psychic? Aoki had many guesses running through his mind.

"I'll do it!!"

"Let me do it!!"

"…"

Suddenly, many people throughout the venue stood up, eager to volunteer.

Granny Kui scanned the entire venue and finally selected Steven, who had been sitting with Aoki earlier. It had to be said that a handsome and distinguished appearance easily attracted attention. Steven was immediately overjoyed. He knew Aoki's capabilities very well. Aoki had once deceived him, claiming the Pokeblocks were made by his teacher, but Steven later discovered they were all Aoki's own work. In other words, at the age of sixteen, Aoki actually possessed the ability of a high-level Breeder; he had simply been keeping it hidden. Was he still considered weak now?

The Pokémon Steven chose was, of course, his trusted Metagross.

"Oh? Young man, you have trained your Metagross exceptionally well," Granny Kui remarked, her experienced eyes quickly appraising the Steel-type Pokémon. "The Pokeblock you originally used must be a customized, high-grade one, correct? Great adjustments have been made to address the specific shortcomings of your Metagross." She sounded impressed.

Before Steven could say anything, she continued, "Don't worry, if the Pokeblock Aoki makes isn't up to standard, we won't allow him to feed it to your Metagross."

"This..." Steven started to speak, but was interrupted again.

"It's okay, you have to trust our judgment. Aoki, you may begin."

Granny Kui didn't notice the strange expression on Steven's face, but Mr. Tian, sitting beside her, did. Is something strange going to happen here? Although Aoki had just solved a significant theoretical problem, Mr. Tian felt that such knowledge must have been the result of long-term research. However, compared to theoretical knowledge, this kind of practical operation required a different kind of skill that couldn't be achieved by diligence alone.

Aoki's expression remained completely unchanged. He was quite familiar with Steven's Metagross. Since he would have to make Pokeblocks for it sooner or later after returning, he might as well do it now.

"Are the requirements still the same as we discussed before?" Aoki asked Steven, causing the examiners to stare in surprise.

Steven's expression was calm. After a moment of thought, he said, "Based on the previous premise, I hope to further strengthen Metagross. His foundational power has fallen a bit behind the times."

Aoki walked around Metagross a few times, then reached out and gently rubbed its metallic body. He nodded and said, "It is indeed a bit behind. The previous Pokeblock formula has been in use for too long; its consumption efficiency is no longer optimal. It should have been replaced long ago."

Granny Kui and the other examiners stared blankly at the conversation between Aoki and Steven. Mr. Tian showed an expression that seemed to say, I knew it. Meanwhile, Matsuda, sitting nearby, wore a smile that stretched from ear to ear, looking like a thoroughly pleased, blooming chrysanthemum. Hmph... Questioning my judgment? This will scare you to death!

"Do you have all the necessary materials?" Aoki asked.

Steven nodded immediately. "They should all be here. If anything is missing, I can acquire it right away."

Aoki waved his hand dismissively. He carried with him anything that Steven might lack.

"Ahem, Aoki... the Guild will provide all the materials for the assessment," Granny Kui interjected after a cough.

But Aoki and Steven were already engrossed in their task and paid her no mind.

Aoki brought out his full set of custom tools. Although he wasn't accustomed to making Pokeblocks in front of such a large audience, as if performing a circus act, since he had decided to be high-profile, he might as well see it through to the end. He placed the materials on the table one by one. When Granny Kui saw the tools Aoki produced, she knew this was no ordinary setup. These weren't standard tools circulating on the market; they were specialized instruments made by master craftsmen based on the user's specific personal requirements. These had been commissioned by Aoki from the Sky Hunters to be made exactly to his specifications, and they were exceptionally convenient to use.

Aoki took direct action. His hands moved deftly over the seemingly complicated machines. Under his skilled operation, each piece of material was gradually processed into a refined state, ready for fusion. Granny Kui and the others were familiar with each of these materials individually, but when they saw them combined, they couldn't immediately discern what Aoki was planning to create.

However, these individuals were no ordinary folk; they soon began to understand the intricate effects of stacking these materials in such a specific sequence. The more they comprehended, the more they couldn't contain the surprise on their faces.

Was this... an on-the-spot, customized, high-grade Pokeblock? And it was being made by stacking and accumulating so many complex materials? So its final effect would be...

The expression on Granny Kui's face grew increasingly astonished. No psychic powers were used! Aoki hadn't used his psychic abilities to assist in creating the Pokeblock! In other words, what he was demonstrating now wasn't even his full limit! Because psychic powers could provide significant assistance to Breeders during Pokeblock creation, Granny Kui had always assumed that Aoki's ability to become a high-level Breeder at such a young age was largely due to his psychic talents. But in this entire production process, he hadn't used any psychic power at all! This was pure, unadulterated technical skill!

Watching Aoki craft the Pokeblock was like watching a master create a work of art. The fluid movement of his slender fingers at every joint was like every note in a beautifully composed song. Put together, it formed a magnificent piece of music with a moving melody—a symphony composed through the act of making a Pokeblock.

In less than half an hour, the exclusive, customized Pokeblock for Metagross was completed!

During that half hour, Granny Kui and the other senior Breeders had finally mentally calculated the probable effects of the Pokeblock made from this specific combination of materials.

Genius!

That single word appeared in Granny Kui's mind, summarizing the young man before her.