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Chapter 240 So that's how many layers of thought I had…

[Holy crap, it seems like Teacher Yu has completely read our minds. She can react to every move instantly...]

[Didn't some guy say during yesterday's livestream, "As long as I'm bad enough, Teacher Yu can't predict my moves"? Look at this perfect example today, and you'll see the result!]

To be honest, the streamer's previews are truly a pleasure to watch, completely different from other trainers' performances. It's like watching a performance on a pre-written script, so smooth and seamless...

[The enemy team made a substitution, and you immediately capitalized on their advantage. Yu-laoshi is so mean!]

Last week, Qingyu taught the students two extremely important topics in battles: "move priority system" and "support defense" by rotating between Sableye and Lucario.

This week, taking advantage of the "tailwind" tactic, he innovated on his mischievous mind and planned to talk about the importance of speed and initiative in battle.

Real-world battles are not like the turn-based systems in games from my previous life. Being one step ahead not only affects the current confrontation, but also every subsequent command.

If they cannot find a way to break the deadlock under high pressure, they will be led by the nose by a wind sprite, just like the Crimson Armored Knight just now, with no room for resistance.

Of course, this can't really be said to be a problem with Pokémon; it's more a matter of the difference in experience between trainers.

Because Qingyu's combination punches were so smooth and fluid, it was as if they had been planned in advance, which completely baffled Kato, who hadn't even figured out what was going on, and gave him no chance to react.

So he naturally forgot something very important—

Tailwind doesn't require him to have a Pokémon on the field as a target. It can be used while he's recalling his Pokémon, allowing him to support his teammates in a completely safe situation.

"hiss--"

After realizing what was happening, Kato couldn't help but gasp.

How does it feel...

Is it possible that I'm already somewhat dead?

Not only did the magic space fail to open, but the Crimson Armored Knights, who were the main force, were also covered in parasitic seeds and had to be recycled and rotated.

As for Teacher Yu, apart from the stamina consumed by Whimsicott using Substitute, there was no loss at all, and she even seized the opportunity to switch Pokémon and start a favorable wind.

My previous arrangements couldn't be called a failure; they were practically over before they even began!

Is Teacher Yu giving herself a lesson, telling me what truly effective previewing really is...?

Kato sighed silently to himself.

No wonder Teacher Yu said "don't worry about winning or losing" before the match started; the difference in command ability is just too great...

But that's precisely why I need to show my strength and resilience even more now!
Kato quickly took out another Poké Ball.

"Next one, it's you."

"The bastard crocodile!"

In critical moments, you really have to send out your most trusted partner!
As the player who can provide the best backup for your team, lend me another hand, you rascal!

Even if we lose, we must still show our fighting spirit!
A roguish-looking sand crocodile appeared in the opponent's half of the field, immediately catching Qingyu's attention.

"Oh?"

Aoba was stunned for a moment, then looked at Kato with obvious appreciation in her eyes.

"Not bad. You weren't discouraged by the previous command failure and quickly realized my next move."

"If it weren't for your substitution, I would have already given instructions to continue the previous suppression tactics."

"But now it seems like I'm the one who's in an awkward position?"

"Judging from the Pokémon chosen alone, it already scores a lot of points for me!"

After a slight smile, Qingyu quickly gave a high evaluation.

[What does this mean? How come Kato, who was just showing off his predictions to Teacher Yu, is suddenly being affirmed by Teacher Yu now? Is there something going on...?]

[Could it be to appease the opponent? After all, if they really traumatized the students, it would be difficult to explain to President Ye Ci, haha]

[What's going on? Did you guys forget the test paper you looked at before the battle started? Didn't it mention Electric Pelican? I guess Teacher Yu was originally planning to use moves like Baton Pass and then switch to Electric Pelican to increase his pressure, right?]

After being reminded by one of the comments, the others quickly realized what was happening.

Oh right, I'd completely forgotten!

"...With your level of skill, you probably wouldn't even pass Teacher Yu's test in Padia!"

[I just checked the Pokédex, and Giant Puff's ability is Wind Power, which allows it to automatically recharge in tailwinds, enhancing the power of Electric-type moves!]

[So that's how it is. No wonder the opponent used the Crocodile as a countermeasure; they actually anticipated Teacher Yu's next move?]

It's not that simple. Besides being Ground-type, Krookodile also has the Dark type, which means...

[The Wind Fairy's Mischievous Heart is completely ineffective against it, and the Parasite Seed tactic will no longer work!]

[Holy crap, was the thought process behind this substitution really that complicated? Is he really a genius?]

[This challenger named Kato seems pretty strong! Although he was stunned by Yu-sensei's attack, he quickly recovered, showing some signs of being an elite trainer!]

While the comments section and Aoba were showering him with praise, Kato on the other side was completely oblivious.

WTF?

Did I realize I had thought about so many layers just now?
I was thinking of going all out and switching to my ace thug, Crocodile, but how did it turn into me suppressing Teacher Yu's pre-reading?

Can you please stop with the riddles and say something I can understand?
Despite thinking this to myself, the fact that Teacher Yu was currently gazing at me with admiration... this feeling...

It seems pretty enjoyable?
"Yes, that's exactly what I think!"

Kato quickly broke into a bright smile, looked at the equally bewildered Crocodile, and decisively gave the order:

"Rogue Crocodile, use Taunt!"

Teacher Yu's provocation of Crimson Knight just now served as a reminder. If this Wind Sprite isn't restrained, it might come up with other troublesome moves besides Tailwind.

Wait a minute... isn't Krookodile a Dark type? There's no need to be afraid of it using other random moves, right?

While thinking, Kato suddenly realized something belatedly.

Oh no, I think I've messed up another meal-worthy moment!
"Wow, they're being this cautious?"

Qingyu nodded again, but did not rush to give orders.

Knowing that simply using Dark-type attacks to counter Mischief isn't enough, and that Substitute, Double Wall, and other moves can still be used normally, is that why you deliberately provoke and block out the full potential of your Whimsicott?

Whimsicott does have offensive capabilities, but not many.

While the Fairy type is also effective against the opponent's Krookodile, Qingyu considered that it was only a gym challenge when renting Pokémon, so he specifically chose a Whimsicott that was used to roaming in the wild and only knew many status moves to serve as the examiner...

Therefore, the power is even lower, and even using the power of the moon, it is difficult to cause any effective damage to the Crocodile.

With its support abilities stripped away and unable to stay on the field to deal damage, keeping this Wind Sprite is just a waste.

That was truly a stroke of genius!

The ability to remain clear-headed under such suffocating and overwhelming disadvantage is already a remarkable talent.

What's more, he actually had such a trump card hidden away, one that could directly block his own tactics?

As the first challenger of the day, Kato's progress truly made Aoba feel gratified.

It seems my week's hard work wasn't in vain!
Regardless of the outcome, he had seen Kato's efforts and he was fully qualified.

but……

"It's a really good tactic, but it's not enough to win the game."

Qingyu said it casually, while decisively giving instructions:

"Wind Fairy, turn back immediately!"

With the acceleration provided by the tailwind, the Wind Fairy was launched almost instantly and kicked the Crocodile in the stomach.

Although the speed was so fast that its opponent didn't even have time to react, its small size meant it didn't have much impact. Even with the Bug-type's advantage against Krookodile, the damage it caused was only enough to make Krookodile frown slightly.

"Rogue Crocodile, use Crunch to retaliate!"

But immediately afterward, before the crocodile could react and counterattack, the Wind Fairy nimbly jumped backward, was hit by a beam of red light, and was immediately put into the ball.

Seeing that his counterattack missed, Kato couldn't help but click his tongue in amazement.

Rapid Turnback is a common switching move in combat. It allows you to switch characters while also chipping away at your opponent's health, making it very useful.

The Pokémon that replaced Kato also looked familiar.

A giant bird Pokémon with electric sparks in its cheek pouches appears.

It was the main force of the Brewing Light Pavilion Master, Qi Shu, the Great Electric Seagull.

Due to the tailwind, its body quickly became filled with electricity, giving it an extremely imposing appearance.

"While Electric-type moves are indeed ineffective against Krookodile, its most proficient Ground-type moves are equally ineffective against Voltorb."

Qingyu smiled slightly and continued.

"Therefore, this is a very fair match."

After saying that, Qingyu's lips twitched slightly, but quickly returned to normal.

Then——

"Big Electric Swallow, take flight to dodge attacks, and use Air Blade to continuously harass the opponent!"

Qingyu quickly gave another command.

From an attribute perspective alone, it might indeed be a very fair match, but...

Kroc is a pure physical attacker with almost no ranged attacks. Even if Kato's Kroc had learned moves like Dark Pulse, its power wouldn't have been that great.

For Dadian Haiyan, it's entirely possible to withstand the attack.

[Wow, there's actually this solution?]

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[No wonder they built the battle arena outdoors; it seems like this is a fairly common practice, many Flying-type Gym Leaders occasionally do this...]

To be honest, I'm still very curious about what attributes Teacher Yu is good at. It seems like there's nothing he can't do!

[Is there even a question about what Teacher Yu excels at? Of course, it's the dirty style!]

"..."

The teasing comments from the viewers went unnoticed by Kato; even if he had known, he probably would have just found them annoying.

This……

How can someone play like that?!
My Crocodile can't fly and hasn't learned any energy moves, so it seems like it can't do anything against the Giant Electric Seagull!
Even if we switch to the Crimson Lotus Knights, the effect doesn't seem to be much better...

Thinking of this, a look of despair appeared on Kato's face.

Spicy balls!

It looks like I'm going to fail again this time!

(End of this chapter)