An elf, a genius scientist who traveled from the world of One Piece.

Chapter 8 Umbreon's Monster-Slaying Journey

No sooner had Su Sheng stepped out the door than Umbreon jumped onto the windowsill, watching its master's departing figure, and fell into deep thought.

Am I... just going to wait here?

While its owner is out working hard for it, the owner just sleeps at home.

Just then, Umbreon noticed several "familiar faces" passing by outside.

"Brother Yishu, are we finally going to challenge the Azure Gym today?"

"I'm so envious. He's the same age as us, and he can already challenge gyms. I wish we were as strong as Yishu-san, so that guy wouldn't have stolen my favorite Pikachu cookies before..."

Umbreon recognized two of the human babies.

Just two weeks ago, the two unlucky ones had their snacks stolen by their owner... oh no, I mean, won away.

However, there was one more person in the team this time.

A human imp who looks a year or two younger than its owner, with a slightly chubby face.

However, what Umbreon was more concerned about was what the three children said.

Dojo?

Back when Umbreon was with the old woman.

I've heard of this thing before.

It seems to be a respectful title for humans who possess very strong spirits.

So here's the question: last night, which one was stronger, the "King" that the annoying old humans talked about, or the "Master" that these kids talked about?

After a brief moment of contemplation.

As the three little devils' figures receded into the distance, Umbreon pried open the window switch and leaped out.

Like a black cat flitting around the eaves, it followed behind the three children.

……

Not long after, in the Azure Dojo.

A middle-aged man with a small mustache, a muscular build, and six-pack abs that were strikingly visible in the sunlight streaming through the window, shouted:

"I'm Asahi, the Gym Leader of Azure Gym! State your name, challenger!"

The boy wore a smug smile and introduced himself:

"I am Kazuki, a genius specializing in psychic abilities, currently traveling around Johto!"

Judging from his appearance, Yishu Chong A Si, who was a year or two younger than Su Sheng, bowed, but his tone did not convey much respect.

"Yishu? I heard that Suten heard about you. You seem to have good potential."

Ah Si recalled briefly.

The Su-Tian he mentioned is the father of So, the current and future leader of the Kikyo Gym in the Johto League.

"Hmph, I didn't expect my name to spread so quickly. That old man in Kikyo City isn't very strong. I hope you won't disappoint me, Uncle A-Si."

Ichiki lifted his collar, revealing three badges, one of which was none other than the Speed ​​Badge of the Kikyo Gym.

"A talented but arrogant young man...?"

Unlike in the future, Ah Si, who has six-pack abs, smiled slightly.

"Then give it a try, little one!"

Ah Si assumed a horse stance, adopted a karate starting position, and simultaneously threw a Poké Ball.

That's... a transporter, an elf from the Unova region!

Clearly, Ah Si showed mercy.

After all, the kid on the other side is only eight or nine years old.

How strong can it be?

Even though his friend Su Tian lost, A Si wouldn't choose to use his old partner's level advantage just to save face for his old friend.

That's too low-class.

"Hmph~ It's up to you, Natural Sparrow."

Yishu throws a Poké Ball with a backhand motion.

A small, bird-like sprite with an unfocused eye landed on the ground.

A naturally occurring bird with super-powered + flying abilities.

Completely defeats A-Si, who is skilled in fighting techniques.

"The gym leader Asahi and challenger Kazuki's gym challenge match will now begin! The match commences!"

The moment the referee announced the start of the match, Yishu immediately launched a fast attack.

As soon as they started fighting, Ah Si realized that this arrogant kid's strength wasn't just in his mouth.

His talent is truly undeniable.

If they can be trained by a renowned teacher, they will definitely reach the level of the Four Heavenly Kings.

However, neither the two fighters in the arena nor the scattered spectators in the stands noticed.

In a corner of the audience seating area.

A Umbreon was perched on the back of a chair, its blood-red eyes fixed intently on the battle taking place.

……

"Machinel is unable to fight, Jynx wins."

A moment later, the referee raised his flag and said:

"Since both of Gym Leader A-Si's Pokémon are unable to battle, the winner is the challenger, I-Shu."

"Oh dear, oh dear, Su Tian is going to laugh at us now."

Ah Si scratched his head and put Hao Li away.

After the porter was defeated, he became a little more serious and sent out Haoli, who, although not his absolute main force, was still firmly in the second tier of his team.

However, they still lost to their opponent.

"Hmm~ It's a little more stressful than the Kikyo Gym, but that's about it."

A tree shrugs and spreads its hands.

I have to say, this guy looks really bad right now.

But Ah Si didn't say anything.

So what if someone is arrogant because of their strength? So what if they're a bit high-profile?

He wouldn't spout nonsense like "I lost to you because I didn't use my main players."

Even though he was using a non-main force, he still lost to Kazuki in terms of command as a trainer; that's the reality.

"Alright, Superpower Kid, this Strike Badge is yours."

Ah-Si handed the badge symbolizing his success in the Azure Gym Challenge to Ichiki.

He's looking forward to this year's Quartz Convention.

If no new genius emerges, I believe few can stop Yishu from winning the league championship.

But what he is looking forward to even more is the King of Kings Challenge and even the Champions Challenge that will follow.

Who will take care of this kid then?

Is it that young girl with glasses, Konna, who already has a figure that rivals that of an adult?

Is he still that dragon messenger Adu who always wears a cloak and carries a sign that everyone owes him money?

Hehe, given their personalities, neither of them would tolerate Yishu.

Ah Si is already looking forward to it.

"Who will be the next gym leader to be defeated by this genius? To be honest, I'm getting a little bored."

Even after receiving the strike badge, Ichiki's tone remained as irritating as ever.

Boom!

Suddenly, a dull thud landed, drawing the attention of Ah Si Yi Shu and the scattered audience members who were there early in the morning.

They spotted an elf that most of them had never seen before.

He lay prone with his knees slightly bent.

They were clearly in battle mode, closing in on the two people in the center of the arena.

"It's that bad elf from that bad guy!"

"Damn it! My Psyduck potato chips!"

Of everyone present, only those two unlucky kids recognized Umbreon.

But the two looked around and couldn't find the bad guy.

This inevitably aroused suspicion in the two of them.

Could this be a wild one?

"Hmm? An elf I've never seen before. What do you want?"

Ah Si took the initiative to speak.

In the era before Professor Oak developed the Pokédex, even the knowledge reserves of Gym Leaders were not as comprehensive as they are in later generations.

Not to mention Dark, Steel, and Fairy types, which haven't even been included in the League's official textbooks yet.

Umbreon slightly raised its right forepaw, raised one of its claws, and beckoned towards A-Si.

The meaning couldn't be clearer.

(End of this chapter)