Pokémon: Hard work pays off, moves can be upgraded infinitely.

Songjiang City, Beginner Battle Arena.

"There are quite a lot of people."

Mu Yun was quite surprised to see the almost full crowd in the preparation area.

When the arena first opened last year, the foot traffic was actually quite average.

Unexpectedly, its popularity exploded this year.

"Dude, are you here for the newbie competition too?"

Just as Mu Yun was sighing, a slightly excited voice came from beside him.

Mu Yun turned around and saw that the person who spoke was a boy with a very young face.

He also had a small black backpack slung over his shoulder.

Mu Yun nodded.

Most of the people who came here today are probably here to participate in the newbie competition.

The young boy's eyes lit up, and he immediately pulled out a palm-sized notebook, similar to a notebook for correcting mistakes, from his backpack.

"I have insider information about the contestants, selling them cheaply for 51 yuan a piece, want some?"

Mu Yun: ..........

How did a competition for newbies end up selling information like this?

"Don't underestimate this competition. Do you know where this is?"

The young boy's expression turned serious, and he pointed to the floor beneath his feet.

"Newbie Battle Arena?"

"Wrong!" The young boy stretched out his index finger and shook it from side to side: "This isn't an ordinary battle gym. It's the only battle gym in the country where the top Pokémon student once came. It's the ripples from when a carp leaps over the dragon gate, it's..."

The young boy's voice grew increasingly passionate, giving the impression that this was a sacred place for trainers.

But, the top student in the Pokémon discipline?

Mu Yun's eyes looked a little strange.

"So think about it, if you win this rookie competition, wouldn't you have the same opportunity as our top scholar to bring glory to your ancestors and your family?" the young boy continued.

"As the old saying goes, 'Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated.' This rookie competition has a large number of participants, with many newcomers from surrounding cities coming to compete, hoping to win the championship. If you have intelligence, you can gain the upper hand and increase your chances of winning. Once you win the championship, you will be the next champion!"

Mu Yun:............

"How about it? Want to take a look? I assure you, my information is very accurate!"

The young boy looked intently at Mu Yun.

Mu Yun: You don't even recognize the top scholar? I find it hard to believe your information, young man.

However, after glancing at the boy's rather plain clothes and the notebook made of cut and stapled white paper, Mu Yun still took out his phone.

"Yunxin?"

"Honest deal, fifty, guaranteed value for money!"

A bright smile appeared on the young boy's face as he took out the payment code hidden in his clothes.

"Ding! Fifty coins have arrived in your account via Yunxin!"

A faint notification sound rang out, and the young boy handed the notebook in his hand to Mu Yun before hurriedly leaving.

Watching the boy run away, Mu Yun sighed and then opened the notebook in his hand.

The handwriting in the notebook is very neat. Although it is handwritten, it is comparable to printed text. It is the kind of handwriting that teachers love when it comes to exams.

"I remember it pretty well."

Mu Yun didn't have high expectations for the information in the notebook. He simply wanted to do something good after confirming that the other party had no bad intentions by using waveguide to investigate their situation.

Surprisingly, there was quite a lot of information inside.

It includes almost all the top ten students from major high schools in Songjiang City, as well as some well-known students from top high schools in surrounding cities.

Although it only records the Pokémon it owns and their approximate rankings, it is more than enough for a student.

After all, everyone is a newbie, so their level can't be too high.

Furthermore, the beginner competition also has rules that prohibit the use of Pokémon above the normal level.

"This kid is quite quick-witted."

Mu Yun casually stuffed the notebook into his pocket and then transferred it to his storage space.

After a brief interlude, Mu Yun completed his registration for the competition.

The entry requirements for the Beginner Contest are very simple: firstly, Pokémon of level 6 or higher are not allowed to participate; secondly, participants over the age of 20 are not allowed to participate.

Although it's said to be no more than twenty, since it's just a competition for beginners, most of the participants are actually high school seniors, and there are very few college freshmen.

After all, the rewards for the newbie competition are quite ordinary, and they have little appeal to non-newbies.

If it weren't for the Baby Cup quest and Congcong's level requirement, Muyun wouldn't have bothered to participate.

He doesn't have the kind of love to bully children...

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[Ding! Farfetch'd (12) has defeated Rattata (12). Permanent Quest 1: Battle Completed. The opponent's level is equal to yours. Congratulations, host! You have gained 12 points. Farfetch'd's growth level has been slightly increased!]

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[Ding! Target detected for Long-Term Task 3 - The Baby Cup objective. You have received an extra 12 points and a small additional level boost!]

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[Ding! Through continuous efforts, the growth level of the Great Green Duck has increased. Current level: Level 13!]

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"Gah!!"

On the battlefield, Congcong stood with her sword in hand. With just a simple swing, she sent Little Rada flying.

With a physical attack of up to 260 and various special bonuses, Onion, who is only level 12, has shown amazing dominance in the normal class.

"Well done, Congcong!"

Mu Yun smiled.

It's not that bullying newbies is fun; it's just that there are so many kids participating in the competition that Congcong's experience points are skyrocketing.

Mu Yun was very happy, but his opponent was in a very difficult situation.

"Referee, I want to see the cards—I mean, I demand to check the opponent's ranking!"

"Please calm down, contestant. Before the competition, all contestants' Pokémon underwent standardized verification!"

"Hesitatingly speaking..."

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"Wow, this has happened several times already. Every time it's a one-hit kill. Is this really a fighter on par with us?"

"I don't know, but this Farfetch'd is so imposing, especially its sword, it looks so cool!"

"Indeed, when I get back I'll buy a big green onion duck and get him a sword."

In the stands and in the preparation area, the heated discussions just wouldn't stop.

Especially when Mu Yun appears, his sharp swordsmanship and invincible fighting style always tug at their heartstrings.

The players were terrified, fearing they would be the next ones matched with the opponent, while the audience cheered and found it very exciting to watch.

"Wow...that's amazing!"

In a corner of the stands, a young boy with a black backpack on his chest watched Congcong dominate the field, his eyes filled with shock and envy.

Playing in a competition is as easy as a grandfather beating his grandson.

Could this person be the legendary college student?

that's nice!

"Once I've raised enough money to pay off the debts of the headmistress, I'm going to raise a giant green onion duck!" The young boy clenched his fists and encouraged himself.

"Brother An, I've almost sold out."

"Me too."

Two boys with similarly youthful faces and somewhat short stature, with haircuts resembling radishes, huddled together next to Lu Ping'an.

"Well done! Come on, I'll make you some stew tonight!"

"Yay, time to eat meat!"

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Mu Yun paid no attention to what was happening with Lu Ping'an.

My previous act of kindness was purely coincidental.

After all, the other party was self-reliant, and he was willing to lend a hand.

"Congratulations to both of you for successfully advancing to the finals of our Newbie Competition!"

Before the final match, the host shouted in an impassioned tone.

The atmosphere among the spectators outside the stadium was equally enthusiastic.

On the contrary, the two players competing in the arena seemed relatively calm, or rather, their expressions were solemn.

Of course, the main ones who were solemn were Mu Yun's opponents.

Mu Yun's expression was calm.

"Senior Mu, it's great to have the chance to battle you!"

On one side of the battlefield, the boy with short, black hair twitched his lips and managed a weak smile.

Mu Yun wasn't surprised by the way the boy addressed him.

The notebook contained the other person's information. Although there was no picture, only the name, school, and elf, Mu Yun still easily matched the information.

The other party is from Songjiang No.1 High School, one of the students in this year's small class, and one of the top students.

His starter Pokémon is Agile Bug, a Bug-type Pokémon with an octopus-like head and a ninja-like appearance. It is a fast and offensive Special Attacker Pokémon.

Even in Mu Yun's class, he was someone who could stand shoulder to shoulder with Ma Sitong, Zhao Hailong, and Wu Tu.

"Please release your spirits!"

As the referee's voice faded, Congcong and Agile Bug appeared together on the battlefield.

Congcong remained standing with her sword in hand, her sharp eyes fixed on the agile insect with its arms crossed over its chest.

The agile bug did the same, keeping a close eye on Congcong.

"Both Pokémon are in position, let the match begin!"

"Agile Bug, keep your distance and harass him with the Flying Water Shuriken!" the junior shouted immediately.

The Flying Water Shuriken is Greninja's signature move.

But it is not his unique move.

As his junior shouted, the agile insect moved and swam around the field. At the same time, a huge shuriken made of light blue water took shape in his hands.

Almost as soon as the Flying Sailor's shuriken was completed, Mu Yun's voice clearly echoed throughout the entire arena and reached the ears of the Agile Insect.

At the same time, he also heard the whistling of a strong wind.

"Congcong, a flash of lightning."

"Gah!!"

A brown afterimage instantly appeared in front of the agile insect, accompanied by a sharp sword light.

Dragon Sword - Lightning Flash!

boom! !

The water flow shattered, and the iron-gray figure came to an abrupt halt, flying backward.