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Chapter 532 The Flame Kick That Burns Everything! Evolve, Mega Blaziken! Next up...Gardevoir?

Holy crap! Blaziken! My favorite Pokémon!

This guy looks so energetic! He and his Blaziken go so well together!

[A grand celebration of the starter Pokémon, huh? We just said goodbye to Greninja, and now Blaziken is here! Streamer, is Sceptile next?]

[This blazing blazing chicken's muscular physique screams battle-hardened warrior! My expectations are through the roof!]

The live stream chat was instantly ignited by Blaziken's appearance.

Ye Yinchuan sized up the group in front of him and nodded inwardly.

The trainer's eyes were pure and fervent, filled with a desire for victory.

And that Blaziken showed this fighting spirit without reservation.

Its leg muscles were taut, like springs compressed to their limit, ready to unleash astonishing power at any moment.

"Your Blaziken is very well bred," Ye Yinchuan said first, giving his approval.

The red-haired youth grinned, revealing two rows of pearly white teeth; his smile was dazzlingly sunny: "Of course! My partner is the strongest!"

"Whoa—!" Blaziken proudly raised its head and let out a confident cry.

Ye Yinchuan smiled; the [True Knowledge Compendium] had already been quietly activated.

Information about Blaziken's Mega Evolution was clearly presented in his mind.

"Blazing Blaziken's Mega Evolution is not unrecorded in ancient texts." Ye Yinchuan's voice drew everyone's attention. "But to trigger it, more than just Bond Pact and Mega Stones are needed."

"Its key lies in one move—the Flame Kick."

"Flame Kick?" The red-haired youth was taken aback for a moment, then patted his chest and assured him, "Mr. Kirby, don't worry! Flame Kick is the move that Blaziken and I are best at! Our Flame Kick is absolutely the best in the world!"

As he spoke, he pointed to a special alloy target in the distance of the cave, prepared by Albert's team to test its power.

"Blazing Chicken! Let them see what it's all about!"

"Ouch!"

Blaziken understood the command, lowered its body slightly, and suddenly raised its right leg! Whoosh—! Crimson flames instantly enveloped its ankle and calf, burning fiercely!

The next second, its figure turned into a red afterimage, and with an incredibly swift side kick, it slammed hard into the alloy target!
boom! ! !
A deafening bang!

The special alloy target, which was strong enough to withstand artillery shells, was kicked so hard that it was deeply dented. The spot that was kicked was also heated red-hot by the high temperature, emitting puffs of white smoke!

Holy crap! That kick was powerful enough to send a truck flying!

[The flames are so hot! The target is almost melting!]

[That's it? It can't even super evolve? How powerful would it have to be?]

The audience was stunned by the power of that kick.

However, Ye Yinchuan slowly shook his head.

"The power is sufficient, and the temperature is also sufficient. But... this is just a 'Flame' kick, not the kicking technique of 'Soul of Flame'."

"The Soul of Flame?" The red-haired youth scratched his head in confusion.

"Flame is not just about high temperatures and destruction." Ye Yinchuan's gaze seemed to pierce through time and space, seeing something more essential. "It is more of a manifestation of will. It is passion, fighting spirit, and an unwavering determination."

"Your Flame Kick is all show and no substance; it doesn't truly ignite the fiery spirit within you and Blaziken."

The red-haired youth seemed to understand but not quite, and fell into deep thought.

“Soul…will…” he murmured to himself.

Ye Yinchuan continued to guide them: "Close your eyes and think back. What are you and Blaziken fighting for? What sustains you, allowing you to rise from defeat time and time again and become stronger? Find that initial, purest passion, and then... use it as fuel to ignite your souls!"

The red-haired youth's body trembled slightly.

Scenes flashed through his mind.

It was the ecstatic joy I felt when I first got the Torchic.

It was their first time participating in a competition. After a crushing defeat, they hugged the exhausted Mighty Chicken and wept in the sunset, vowing to become stronger.

It was a scene of countless mornings and evenings spent sweating profusely, one person and one chicken, encouraging each other and making progress together.

It was on the stage of the League Tournament, facing a powerful opponent, that Blaziken, with its battered and bruised body, won victory for him, and that proud yet determined look in its eyes…

"I understand..." The red-haired youth suddenly opened his eyes, his eyes slightly red, but his gaze was brighter than ever before!
"I fight not for fame or fortune, not to show off!"

"Simply because... I love Pokémon battles! I enjoy the feeling of fighting alongside Blaziken and constantly pushing my limits! This is my path!"

He turned his head and looked at the Blaziken.

The Blaziken seemed to sense the pure fire that had been rekindled in the trainer's heart, and the flames in its eyes burned even more fiercely!
“Ouch——!!!”

It let out a cry that echoed throughout the cave, a sound filled with boundless fighting spirit and joy!
"Now!" Ye Yinchuan shouted, "Let everyone see your burning souls!"

"Go! Blaziken!" The red-haired youth raised the Key Stone high and roared with all his might, "With our strongest bond, unleash the ultimate—Flame Kick!!!"

"Whoa—!!!!!"

Blaziken roars to the sky!
Om-!
At this moment, the Mega Stone in the Trainer's hand and the one hanging on Blaziken burst forth with an unprecedentedly brilliant light!
However, evolution did not begin immediately!
Blaziken's right leg bursts into flames once more!
But this time, the flames were no longer simply crimson! Instead, at the very center of the flames burned a... dazzling, pure white-gold!
That is the radiance of a burning soul!

A terrifying heat wave, powerful enough to distort the air, suddenly erupted!

Blaziken left a white-gold afterimage in its place and instantly appeared in front of the alloy target that had been kicked and dented!

It brings together all the will, all the emotions, and all the bonds in this one kick!
boom--!!!!!!

There was no loud noise.

There was only dead silence.

To everyone's astonishment, the massive special alloy target, upon contact with the platinum flame, did not melt or explode; instead, it was... directly vaporized!
Not even a trace of residue remained!
And at the very moment the alloy target disappeared!
The light of evolution surrounding Blaziken finally erupted completely!

In the light, its shape became more agile and streamlined.

Its originally bright red feathers turned a deeper crimson on its upper body, while its legs turned black, as if it were wearing a pair of cool fighting pants.

Most striking of all are the two ribbon-like, inextinguishable flames burning on its wrists!

The light dissipated.

Super Blaziken has arrived!

It stood there quietly, its body slightly lowered, in a posture ready to kick, its muscles radiating explosive power!
[Dude, this is too smooth...]

Compared to Greninja's Mega Evolution, Blaziken's Mega Evolution is as easy as drinking water, right?

[It's alright, am I the only one who thinks Greninja's Mega Evolution is easy?]

[What do you guys know? This is a direction that streamers have explicitly advocated for. These official trainers are all top-tier players with deep bonds to Pokémon, so it naturally seems simple... Have you ever heard the saying, "One minute on stage requires ten years of practice off stage"?]

Ye Yinchuan nodded as he read the comments on the screen.

This is indeed the truth.

However, these trainers are also very young. It can only be said that their background and family wealth brought them extraordinary resources, and with their own hard work, they have achieved their current success.

"We succeeded..." The red-haired youth trembled with excitement.

next second.

call out!
Super Blaziken vanished on the spot!
Where are they?!

[Holy crap! Where did they go?]

Before the audience could react.

boom!boom!boom!boom!boom!
Dull impacts echoed from all directions of the cave! Crimson afterimages darted through the cave at high speed, too fast for the naked eye to follow!

"Ability—Accelerate." Ye Yinchuan's voice rang out calmly. "Regardless of its previous ability, after Mega Evolution, Mega Blaziken's ability will become 'Accelerate.' As soon as it enters battle mode, its body temperature will continuously rise, its speed will continuously increase, and its energy will become more surging, thus unleashing even more terrifying mobility and combat power!"

The voice just fell.

Super Blaziken has reappeared on the field.

It remained standing on one leg, as if it had never moved.

But behind it, the walls of the entire cave were covered with dense, charred black fist marks and footprints, burned by the high temperature!

【…】

[Is this... this acceleration? That's so unfair!]

[The speed keeps increasing? How can we play like this? The longer the game goes on, the more invincible it becomes!]

[So cool and strong! I declare, I've betrayed them! From today onwards, I'm a Blaziken fan!]

The live stream room was once again abuzz with excitement over the miracle of super evolution.

Take a short rest.

Ye Yinchuan checked the list: "Family members, today's last group will be challenging their Mega Evolution partner... I believe you will all like this Pokémon." As he finished speaking.

A figure walked out quietly.

She was a long-haired woman with an elegant white dress and a gentle, graceful demeanor. A serene smile graced her face.

Her steps were light and slow, as if afraid of disturbing the tranquility of the place.

But her appearance instantly silenced the entire live stream.

[...What a beautiful woman.]

[This aura...it's incredible, like a fairy.]

Who is she? Is she a trainer too? She doesn't seem like it...

The woman walked to the center of the field and bowed slightly to Ye Yinchuan and the camera.

"Hello, Mr. Kirby." Her voice was as clear and melodious as a mountain spring.

Then, she gently pressed the switch on the Poké Ball.

There was a flash of light.

A Pokémon, also dressed in a white dress, with an elegant figure and noble temperament, appeared beside her.

Its body is predominantly white, with slender arms, green hair, and a red "heart blade" on its chest that resembles a sharp dagger, all of which highlight its extraordinary nature.

Gardevoir.

And it was a... shiny Gardevoir!
Its iconic green has been replaced by a soft, sky-blue. The "Heart Blade" on its chest has also turned a warm orange-red.

It stood there quietly, its eyes filled with trust and tenderness for its trainer, like a loyal knight who would always protect the princess.

At this moment, time seemed to stand still.

One person, one pet; both share the same elegance, the same temperament, and the same radiance.

The scene was as beautiful as a dream.

The live stream has completely spiraled out of control.

[Holy crap!!! A shiny Gardevoir!!!]

I'm dead! I'm stunned by their beauty! What an incredible combination!

"Mom! I saw a fairy and her guardian spirit!"

[Host! Quick! Tell me! What will this beautiful Gardevoir look like after Mega Evolution?! I can't wait!]

Ye Yinchuan looked at the shimmering Gardevoir in front of him, his admiration undisguised.

"Gardedor's Mega Evolution..." he began, his voice becoming somewhat meaningful.

"Compared to the previous two, you will be somewhat different... I wonder if you and your Gardevoir are able to be aware of this."

"consciousness?"

The woman repeated the word softly, her serene face showing no doubt, but rather a hint of understanding.

She reached out and gently stroked the cheek of the shiny Gardevoir.

Gardevoir also obediently rubbed its cheek against its owner's palm.

The person and the pet seem to be of one mind.

That tranquil and profound bond flowed silently in the air.

[Awakening? Here we go again?]

[Host, is that all you know how to say?]

[Greninja and Blaziken succeeded, didn't they? Gardevoir, such an elegant Pokémon, surely needs some special test, right?]

Ye Yinchuan looked at the comments and shook his head.

"Different."

His voice carried a hint of solemnity.

"Greninja's Mega Evolution is the ultimate pursuit of 'skill'."

"The Mega Evolution of Blaziken is the ultimate burning of its 'heart'."

"And Gardevoir..."

His gaze fell on the master and pet, who seemed to be one.

"Its super evolution is the ultimate sublimation of 'protection'."

"You should all know about Gardevoir. They will release all their psychic power, even distorting space to create small black holes, in order to protect the trainers they trust."

"It's an instinct to protect, something etched into the soul."

"And super evolution is to transform this instinct, this one-way protection, into a two-way, unreserved, and life-or-death resonance."

Ye Yinchuan's voice echoed clearly in the cave.

"simply put."

"Only when a trainer also has the resolve to give their life for Gardevoir..."

"Only when this determination to protect forms a flawless closed loop between the two..."

"Only then will the door to super evolution open for you."

The words fell.

The entire live stream room fell silent.

【…Holy crap.】

I take back what I just said; this request... is a bit too much.

[To give your life for Pokémon? It's easier said than done. How many people could actually do it when the time came?]

This is no longer just a bond; it's... a vow to live and die together.

The woman listened quietly.

The smile on her face remained unchanged.

She simply turned her head and gazed deeply at her Gardevoir.

"Nai."

Gardevoir also gazed at her, its aquamarine eyes reflecting its master's image.

That gaze, gentle yet firm, seemed to say:

I do.

"I understand."

The woman turned back to Ye Yinchuan and bowed slightly again.

“Well then, Mr. Kirby.”

"How... can we prove this awareness?"

"prove?"

Ye Yinchuan smiled.

"This kind of thing cannot be proven."

"It only bursts forth instinctively in...a true life-or-death moment."

talking.

He took out a Poké Ball.

"Therefore, we can only create one... 'real life-or-death moment'."

[Host, are you having a brain war? Can you simulate a real life-or-death moment?]

[That's right... everyone knows this is a test, how could they possibly have the most genuine reaction? It's obviously fake!]

I don't think it's very good...

The comments section was not optimistic.

But Ye Yinchuan's lips curled up slightly:
"As long as you can fool your brain, its reaction will be the most authentic."

(End of this chapter)