The man confirmed his identity while his Mime Jr hopped from his one shoulder to the other and back again. As they were all properly introduced, Professor Hodaka invited them inside. A familiar face met them inside, as Asahi seemed to be present. Professor Hodaka explained: "Asahi and Tsurugi are the most promising members of the Project. With the missions, we analyze which trainers are the most suited to find Mew eventually. Only a handful of members will be selected, but I can tell you now that Asahi and Tsurugi will most likely be among them. I can't say the same for you two yet, seeing that 1 mission is not enough to prove your worth."

Eclorian nodded to indicate his understood the explanation. [color=a36209]"Speaking of missions, we are on a timed one as we speak, so we better get going. Do you have any advise on how to locate the Alolan Ninetales that is causing this snowstorm?"[/color]

Professor Hodaka chuckled. "If I told you, what exactly would you have proven to me then?"

After a second of thought, Eclorian nodded again. [color=a36209]"You are right, Professor. Aster and I have to figure it out without your help. Come on, Aster, let's head back into the cold."[/color]