Elf: Starting as the Fighting Gym Master, and being entangled by Nancy.

Chapter 444 Xiao Chun: Seeing Li Xuan is like a mosquito coil or a frog king sitting in a well and looking at the sky.

The dojo battles continued the following day.

As the Quartz Conference draws ever closer, experts from all walks of life have arrived at the Quartz Plateau.

Even in the crowd, Li Xuan spotted the favorite to win the Quartz Convention, the Royal Mask.

"I didn't expect so many people to watch the semi-finals. We'll have to be careful in the semi-finals and finals."

Li Xuan focused all his attention on Uncle Liu and Banmu.

The former has a proven track record of defeating a first-tier god. Even with Reshiram and Kyurem in hand, one would need an ingenious tactic to be absolutely certain of defeating Lyub.

The latter's apparent combat strength is champion-level.

Li Xuan was certain of this.

He used his authority to examine Giovanni's Pokémon many times, the strongest of which was a Champion-level Nidoking, followed by Rhyperior.

Even without Reshiram or Kyurem, their own Forsaken might be able to take down several of Giovanni's Pokémon.

In terms of numerical values, the Abandoned Monkey is still sufficient.

The semi-finals began, and the matches became all-out battles of six against six, which made Li Luochen feel troubled.

Currently, including Genesect and Mewtwo, his team has exactly six Champion-level Pokémon. The sixth Champion-level Pokémon is Blaziken, which surprised Li Xuan.

It happened tonight, so I need to reinforce the basics later.

Li Xuan had a solid foundation from the Sleeping Arhat Fist, but he was still a little worried, so he decided to cram at the last minute, hoping it might be helpful.

After that, it's back to the usual chat.

[Zivskyi Daigo: Master Li Xuan, I saw what you sent me last night. I've already sent people to check the various mines for the peat blocks you mentioned. I'll let you know as soon as there are any new discoveries.]

[The Monkey Who Abandoned the Dojo: Thank you so much, Mr. Daigo, for troubling me so much.]

[Daigo Zubuchi: You're welcome. We don't need to say thank you now. Just tell me if you need anything, and I'll try my best to help you. (Bosscodora likes.jpg)]

[Dojo Abandoned Monkey: No problem. Since Mr. Daigo said so, just don't find me annoying from now on. *winks and smiles*]

Li Xuan played a joke on Daigo.

This was the first time I had ever asked Daigo about the gadgets, and it also meant we had developed a deeper relationship.

Reciprocity is a courtesy.

Li Xuan naturally remembered Daigo's help this time and planned to find an opportunity to repay him in the future, so that this mutually beneficial bond would become stronger and stronger.

Interpersonal relationships are a fundamental principle of life, and Li Xuan understood this principle well.

Upon closer reflection, he realized that he seemed to have been indebted to the other party all along.

If I were to honestly ask myself what tangible benefits I had brought to Daigo, I would be speechless for a moment.

This realization made him feel vaguely guilty.

As the saying goes, even the strongest friendship cannot withstand one-sided giving. If one always passively receives without giving back, even the deepest affection will eventually dry up like a river that has run dry, in the sands of time.

Well, let's just take it one step at a time.

If all goes well, when we go to the Hoenn region later, we'll find an opportunity to take down the local organization.

This can be considered my way of repaying Daigo.

……

……

The first battle of the first half ended quickly.

Wu Neng's strength was even worse than Xia Bo's; he didn't even manage to force Liu Bo to bring out the little wild boar, and the whole team was wiped out in just a few minutes.

The second battle is between Natsume and Aju.

Li Xuan was present at the scene of this battle.

The outcome of the battle was as expected.

Sabrina lost again.

The opponent was an Elite Four level trainer, and Sabrina's Pokémon level was only at the strong gym level, so it's normal for her to lose.

However, to Li Xuan's surprise, Sabrina was able to defeat Aju's two Pokémon, almost falling short.

The third battle took place in the afternoon.

Banki vs. Ami.

With elemental advantage and Giovanni's champion-level skill, Ami was able to solo him.

Until the fourth game.

Li Xuan VS Yu Longchun.

"Ladies and gentlemen! Welcome to the final match of the quarterfinals of the Dojo Tournament! I'm your commentator, Xiaozhou, you can also call me Anye~ It's an honor to commentate on the match between Dojo Master Li Xuan and Dojo Master Xiao Chun today. Without further ado, let's look forward to their match!"

"Gym Leader Li Xuan, I've often heard my cousin mention you. You're a very skilled trainer and a very competent gym leader. I hope to learn something from you in this battle."

A skilled trainer will continuously improve in battle.

Xiao Chun knew she had no chance of defeating Li Xuan, so she hoped to learn something from the battle.

"Yeah, that's what I thought too."

Li Xuan made a polite remark.

Then, the battle began.

Li Xuan sent out Gallade, the Elite Four-level Pokémon in his team.

Now that Gallade's strength is close to Champion level, Li Xuan clearly intends to finish the battle quickly from the start.

Xiaochun's Pokémon is a Dragonair.

Pokémon: Dragonair

[Attribute: Dragon]

【Level: 57】

[Characteristics: Molting]

[Moves: Swiftness, Rain Dance... others omitted.]

This is a Hakkarosaurus whose strength has reached the evolution level, but it has not yet evolved.

However, it is still far inferior to Gallade.

"Hakron, rain!"

Xiao Chun knew she couldn't match Li Xuan's strength, so she only wanted to perfectly showcase the tactical essence passed down in her family.

"Wuhu~"

The dragon raised its head and roared, its tail tip lifting a crystal-clear water ball that shot towards the clouds.

The jewels on its neck and tail simultaneously emitted a blue glow, and thick dark clouds quickly gathered in the sky, with a light drizzle instantly enveloping the entire arena.

The raindrops soaked the scales of the Hakkarosaurus, which stretched its body comfortably, its sapphire-like scales shimmering with a warm luster in the rain.

Just as it was enjoying the nourishment, it suddenly looked up alertly.

In the rain, Gallade's figure had vanished without a trace!
Xiao Chun's heart tightened, and she instantly understood.

Li Xuan must have used waveguide technology to give silent command.

Gallade's sudden disappearance just now was clearly due to the use of Instant Transmission!

Swish!
All of a sudden.

The rain curtain was suddenly torn apart!
Gallade appeared from behind Dragonair like a ghost, its elbow blade forming a spiritual blade that drew a chilling arc.

Keng!
The incredibly precise slash struck Hakuryu squarely on the back of its neck, the super-energy burst and the spray of rain intertwining to create a dazzling vortex! "Whoosh..."

Hakron crashed to the ground with a mournful cry, unable to fight.

"Holy crap, that was so cool!"

The audience erupted in cheers!
Countless people stood up excitedly, and cheers swept across the entire stadium like a tsunami, causing the rain curtain to ripple.

"Did you see that?! That combo of teleportation followed by a mental blade!"

"This is true art of tactics!"

People excitedly high-fived each other, their enthusiasm completely ignited by this fluid and seamless duel.

"Ailu." (Just so-so.)
Gallade's figure turned gracefully in the rain, its blade tip lightly shaking the raindrops, as if responding to the cheers from the crowd.

Xiaochun recalled the Dragonair, which had lost its ability to battle, but there was no sign of frustration in her eyes. Instead, she smiled with relief: "As expected of a trainer who can win Reshiram's approval. Such superb command skills. I am completely convinced of my defeat in the first match."

"However, my second Pokémon is one of the best in the team!"

boom!
The Poké Ball landed.

A bright blue Pokémon that looks like a seahorse makes its appearance.

Pokémon: Kingdra

[Attribute: Water, Dragon]

【Level: 59】

[Feature: Travel freely]

【Moves: Omitted.】

Kingdra with the Swift Swim ability has a speed comparable to Elite Four Pokémon, and can even rival most of the Elite Four Pokémon.

Xiaochun raised her arms and shouted, "King Dragon, Dragon Pulse!"

"Screech!"

The Thorn Dragon King raised its head and roared, unleashing a torrent of azure dragon breath.

However, Gallade neither dodged nor evaded, and its arm blades suddenly burst forth with holy golden light!
A fierce holy sword slash cleaved through the dragon's breath vortex, and amidst the bursting energy fragments, it pierced through the aftershocks like lightning, its blade tip pointing directly at the Dragon King's brow!
At the critical moment, the skin of the Thorn Dragon King suddenly shimmered with a flowing, shimmering light.

Under the cover of the rain, it twisted and turned like a fish, the sharp edge of the holy sword grazing its long neck, leaving only a scorching vacuum trail in the rain!

"Wow, that's powerful! Gym Leader Tsubaki's Kingdra is no ordinary creature!"

The whole place was in an uproar!

Kingdra, with its Swift Swim ability, can unleash such terrifying speed in the rain!

Even Gallade's lightning-fast Holy Sword slash was narrowly dodged by it with an almost twisted, agile movement!

Raindrops exploded into layers of ring-shaped mist in the trajectory of the Kingdra's rapid movement, as if time itself was being stretched out by its speed.

"hiss!"

A collective gasp rippled through the audience as many involuntarily stood up, staring incredulously at the blurry blue streak in the arena.

"Tsk."

On the throne of the Four Heavenly Kings, Lord Dragon Riding gently shook his head, his fingers unconsciously tapping the railing beneath his cloak.

"The speed that comes with leisurely travel is ultimately fleeting."

He gazed at the blurry blue streak in the arena and whispered, "When the rain clears, the Dragon King will fall from the crest of the wave into the mud."

The puddles by the field reflected his slightly furrowed brow: "Every second we're moving at this rapid pace is mortgaging our survival space after the rain stops. Li Xuan is probably already waiting for this rain to end."

On the battlefield.

"Screech!" (No! This guy's strength is terrifying!)
Kingdra transformed into a streak of blue lightning, hurtling through the rain, its high-pressure water cannon, like cannonballs, continuously blasting Gallade!
Even with the added speed from the rain, the raging water jets were still precisely intercepted before they reached their targets.

Gallade's leaf blades danced across its arms, the emerald light shredding each Hydro Pump, the exploding mist blooming into countless fleeting, shimmering flowers in the rain...

When there is a huge gap in strength between the two sides, the advantage brought by the weather will be as insignificant as a drop in the ocean.

The water droplets that slid down Xiao Chun's forehead meandered down her chin, making it impossible to tell whether they were icy rain or burning cold sweat.

She gazed at the composed Li Xuan across from her, her fingertips digging deeply into her palm.

I have exhausted all my tactics and resources, yet I cannot even make the opponent lose their breathing.

Even in the rain, Gallade's blade tip remained as steady as a rock.

The fierce attack just now was as easy for it as dealing with willow catkins.

"There really is an insurmountable gap between the dojo and the Heavenly King."

After playing for a long time, this is what Xiaochun felt and learned.

"Phew... Let's go all out."

So much time has passed, and the rainy days are about to end.

A resolute flame suddenly ignited in Xiaochun's eyes, and her clear shout echoed through the rain: "Dragon King, Meteor Shower!"

"Screech!"

The Thorn Dragon King roared to the sky, and dragon energy condensed in its mouth into a blazing white ball of light that shot towards the clouds.

The dark clouds were instantly torn apart, and countless burning meteorites streaked down through the air, enveloping the entire arena in dazzling dragon flames!

zizi...

The burning meteorite collided violently with the cold rain, bursting into a cloud of billowing white mist. From a distance, the entire stadium looked like a boiling sea of ​​clouds.

"Ailu!" (Great! This is the power I wanted! Finally, I have a move I can actually use!)

Gallade's eyes blazed with fierce fighting spirit, and its arm blades suddenly condensed into a holy golden light blade that stretched across the heavens and earth!
It leaped against the tide of falling meteors, its dazzling holy sword drawing an arc of light that seemed to split the heavens and earth!

Wherever it passed, meteorites shattered, and the exploding sparks and raindrops intertwined to create a golden downpour!
laugh!
Meteorite fragments fell to the ground like raindrops, making a series of soft, clattering sounds.

Gallade broke through the swirling dust and mist, the Holy Sword still undiminished in its momentum, and transformed into a golden bolt of lightning that pierced straight at the Dragon King!

Before the blade even arrived, the sharp sword energy had already torn open a vacuum in the rain!

As the rain subsided, the shimmering water around Kingdra dimmed.

Once it lost the buff of its carefree speed and returned to normal, it tried its best to twist its body to dodge, but it was ultimately no faster than the sharp edge of the holy sword that pierced through the air!
Swish!
The moment the blade struck, time seemed to be split in two.

The first half-second showed the King Thorn Dragon's pupils contracting in terror, the next half-second showed the cold, sharp light of the Holy Sword reflecting off its scales getting closer and closer...

boom! ! !
The holy sword struck down heavily, causing the ground to crack and the spiderweb-like fissures to spread wildly.

Kingdra crashed heavily into the center of the shattered battlefield, sending shards of rock and dust flying everywhere, bringing this unequal duel to a standstill...

"Kingdra is unable to battle. Please, Gym Leader Tsubaki, bring out your last Pokémon."

"Too fast! Despite the incredible speed of Tsubaki's Kingdra, it still couldn't defeat Li Xuan's Gallade. However, Tsubaki has also shown remarkable skill, being able to hold off a Champion-level Pokémon for so long with a Gym Leader-level Pokémon is enough to prove her strength."

It looks like a long time, but in reality it takes no more than ten minutes.

Once the rain stopped, Kingdra was a sitting duck and was easily defeated by Gallade.

Xiaozhou's actions can be seen as saving face for Xiaochun, and what he said was all true.

"So strong..."

After being defeated by two Pokémon in a row, Tsubaki even felt that the young man in front of her was stronger than her cousin Lance.

This feeling of powerlessness arises spontaneously.

But Xiaochun did not give up.

The blood of the Dragon Clan flowing through her veins told her to stand up and not give up!
"Dragonite! It's your turn to enter the fray!"

(End of this chapter)