When Kem became a senior, he was assigned to a research room with a professor who communicated with Sirona.

It was learned from the professor that the university was going to hold a seminar on the archaeology of Sirona, which Kem attended with his fellow students. Of course, the seminar was attended by a considerable number of students, even non-archaeology majors. After all, it's not easy to hear the current champions speak, and even if you don't specialize in archaeology, you can understand the feeling of wanting to listen.

The workshop went well. Sirona begins with a conversation about Sinnoh mythology, explaining a variety of histories, and her image appears very shining.

After the seminar, Shirona was surrounded by many students for Q&A. Although the condition is that only seminar-related questions can be asked, there are still many students who raise their hands to ask questions.

Expecting this to take quite a long time, Kem left the lecture hall. Although he was eager to hear Sirona's speech, he didn't want to spend too much time, so he quickly returned to the research room.

Back in the lab, Kem has been on his mission, and before he knows it, it's getting late. He thought it was time to go home, and as he was sorting through the materials he had at hand, the door to the research room opened.

There was Shirona.

The sudden visit surprised Kem, but he remembered that the professor in this lab had communicated with Sirona, so he was able to keep his composure.

"Oh, are you a student here?"

"Ah, yes. My name is Cam. “

"Yes, Kem-kun. I'm Sirona. Engaged in archaeological work in the Sinnoh region. “

Sirona, who speaks elegantly, looks very beautiful at close range.

Her hair stretched like silk to near her knees, beautiful silver-gray eyes, and confident corners of her mouth.

Kem looked at Sirona, thinking that such beauties are rare, and he felt a little out of place.

"I know. I attended the seminar just now. “

"Oh, is it? That's great. What do you think? “

"The content is interesting. As an archaeology major, I learned a lot. “

"Thank you."

"I'm here to find the professor."

"yes. The high tide of questions from the students has passed, so I'm here to say hello. “

"I'm sorry, but it's going on right now. It may take some time. I've just been out for a short time, so. “

"We just missed it. The timing is not good. “

Sirona's gaze fell on the document on Cam's desk.

"What is this?"

"Ah, here's a proposal for my research topic. The theme is about an unknown totem that has not yet been explained. “

"Unknown totem. It's an interesting subject. Can you take a look at it? “

"Yes, but even if a professional looks at a student's stuff, it's just for entertainment, right?"

"No, it won't. It's not that what inexperienced people do is worthless. Even if you don't have a lot of experience, as long as that person makes it with all her might, even if there are mistakes, it is of great value. “

"Is it?"

It really deserves to be a champion, or rather, it doesn't seem to be comparable to that for an average student, Kem thought as he handed the report to Sirona.

Without saying a word, Shirona took the report and began to read.

After a moment of silence, Shirona took a deep breath and handed the report back to Keim, saying:

"Very good, this report.

Kem's expression was indescribable at the glint in his eyes. It was a very pleasing fact to be praised by a professional archaeologist for the report, but his thinking was distorted, believing that it was a compliment, and his mood did not allow him to be sincerely happy.

"Uh, thank you"

"Ah, don't you think it's a compliment?"

"Yes"

"Really, can't you be sincerely happy? However, this report is really good"

"What's the point?"

"The first is the observation of unknown totems. The Unknown Totem is a Pokémon that is currently very mysterious, and there is a text called 'Unknown Text' in the ancient ruins, so we know that it is a Pokémon that has existed since ancient times. But almost nothing is known about their ecology. Although we can determine their habitat and limit it to a certain extent, the breeding methods and food are almost unclear. So you set your sights on the habitat first."

"Even the adults in society have not been able to investigate things thoroughly, how can a student understand. So start with what we can know, and rightfully so."

"Yes. But surprisingly, not many people are able to do this. Deciphering their ecology over time is very time-consuming"

Ecology can be summed up in just one word, and it can vary significantly depending on individual differences. Therefore, the study ecology needs to collect a considerable number of samples.

"It's not easy to do it. It's not easy to actually do the research. “

"I know. But in this report, you've collected a sample based on what you've learned on the web and in reference books, and when you decide to do it, you're going to do it, right? “

"Then do it."

"You see, your enthusiasm is real. And your observation points are more than that. Each unknown totem has a different shape. Their shape varies depending on where they live, but few people summarize it as 'summarizing the characteristics of a place according to the shape of different habitats'. So this method is a very good perspective study. “

““

Having not experienced such direct praise, Kem was confused.

"I didn't expect you to compliment an unfinished report so much."

"It's because the observation point is good."

"Thank you."

"For the archaeological community, people with this new perspective are essential. While inheriting the excellent traditional culture, it is also important to introduce a new culture. “

"Then Sirona is enough for that."

"I can't do it alone. If no one is following, then it's all over while I'm away. “

"It's like I got into archaeology."

"Isn't that so?"

"Maybe."

Kem looked out the window.

The sun has completely set, and the streetlights illuminate the university campus.

"I came to university to find something I wanted to do, but I couldn't find it. I chose to major in archaeology only because I like 'history' and 'Pokémon', but I don't know if I really want to do it. “

"Yes. The things you pursue and the things you like don't necessarily equal. “

"I'm always thinking too much and getting lost. These guys aren't good-looking either. “

Kem stroked the Poké Ball on the table and lowered his head.

Seeing Kaim like this, Sirona crossed her arms.

Then, suddenly, she said something unexpected.

"Kem, would you like to be my assistant?"

This proposal was unexpected and left Kem speechless.

"What?"

"You're looking for something you want to do, right? So would you like to study archaeology with me? If you can find interest in studying archaeology with me, that's fine too. Around me, you can see different worlds and maybe find what you want to do. And I'm going to be very busy next year and need an assistant just in time. What do you think? I don't think it's a bad idea. “

This offer is definitely a mouth-watering opportunity for other students. Even Kem himself was very grateful for the offer and could nod his head without hesitation.

However, even accepting this offer, Kem had a major doubt. He could not accept the offer until the doubt was resolved.

"I appreciate the offer very much, I would love to say yes right away, but"

"Oh, do you have any questions?"

"Why do you care so much about a student you've just met?"

Kem and Shirona had just met. Even though he had a good eye for archaeology, it was hard for him to imagine that she would be so generous to him.

Shirona is both a scholar and a champion, and her time is precious. Why did she take the time to care about Cam? Kem didn't understand.

"Because you have merit, I can tell that you take Pokémon very seriously."

“？“

"And I'm confident in the human eye. A young man with potential should not be wasted because he 'doesn't know what he wants to do'. “

Keim didn't doubt himself because of the champion's words. While there was something he couldn't fully believe, her enthusiasm for her immature views made him smile a little.

"Because you said so, I have no reason to refuse."

"So, would you like to be my assistant?"

"When I graduate, won't I? Please wait for that time. “

"It doesn't matter. I'll teach you a lot before you graduate. It can even give you guidance on how to fight. “

Facing Sirona with a sultry look and an outstretched hand, Kaim didn't know how to respond, he smiled wryly and shook Sirona's hand.

After that, they exchanged contact details, with Kem occasionally asking Sirona questions, revisions, and guidance, and Sirona getting back to him whenever she had time.

However, as the connection continues, Kem discovers that Shirona is actually quite lazy.

First of all, when contacting him, Sirona basically uses a personal computer with a camera to make calls, but she is always messed up with research materials and other things behind her, and it is difficult to say that it is a tidy room. Also, because she's busy, she doesn't seem to care much about her diet. It is said that she sometimes only uses ice cream for breakfast, which is completely out of step with her usual elegant demeanor and confuses Kem.

Shirona is also a person, and Kem doesn't think she's a perfect superman, but the thought of going to her room is a headache at the thought of going to her room after graduating because she plans to rent a room near Shirona's lab and residence.

Kem is a bit of a clean-minded person who wants to do everything well. While he doesn't force others to be neat too, he can't stand it if the other person's lifestyle is too unhealthy or lazy. As a result, he became known as "Mom" among his fellow students.

Since he wasn't there, Kem himself couldn't handle Sirona's room. He decided that after graduating, the first thing he would do was tidy up Sirona's room.