Bottom-tier trainers in the Pokémon world

This is destined to be no easy task.

But there's no rush.

The second-tier Pokémon have more time to grow and accumulate strength.

After giving his instructions, Xia Yan looked once again at the Ugly Fish that was still riding the waves.

Because of its practical experience, Ugly Fish's confidence became increasingly apparent, and its eyes also became brighter, exuding a confident charm.

Perhaps Xia Yan had seen this confidence countless times in Pokémon like Beedrill and Alakazam.

But for the ugly fish, it was a giant leap forward.

Such confidence is especially rare for a creature like Feebas.

even.

The ugly fish's seemingly ugly, pitted brown-gray body surface, now seemed less "ugly" because of its confidence.

As the saying goes, "Your appearance reflects your heart," meaning that changes in one's inner self can naturally influence changes in one's appearance.

"Hoo-hoo." Hudi, standing next to Xia Yan, called out softly.

Xia Yan nodded with emotion.

"Yes, eventually, the ugly duckling will break free of its cocoon and become a swan."

The story of the Ugly Duckling was the one Xia Yan told Ugly Fish; it was the story that best built its confidence.

"Hiss—"

Beedrills are the best judges of the story of metamorphosis.

As the waves stirred up by the ugly fish grew larger and larger, the sunlight shone on its body, creating a rainbow of colors.

In an instant.

The white light of evolution enveloped and enveloped it.

At that moment, the waves stirred up by the ugly fish also reached their peak.

It leaps out of the water.

Under the sunlight, reflected in the shimmering waves, and watched by the fairies, the Ugly Fish's confidence finally allowed it to complete its ultimate transformation.

As white light converges during evolution.

An arc, considered the most beautiful sight in the elven world, appeared on the surface of the lake.

That instant.

All the elves, including Xia Yan, were momentarily stunned.

A slender body, scales that shimmer with iridescent colors in the sunlight, eyes that sparkle with confidence like rubies, and a tail that spreads like a peacock's tail.

Milotic!

Physical beauty and inner beauty complement each other.

At this moment, Milotic seemed to be the most beautiful elf in the world.

As Menes leaped high and gracefully landed, disappearing from sight, a sense of loss welled up in the hearts of all the elves.

Feebas finally completed its transformation and evolved into Milotic.

It seems to be to celebrate its evolution.

A massive tornado, unlike anything ever seen before, suddenly surged up in the Lake of Rage.

Amidst the towering water column, a ferocious, fiery red figure rose up, its malevolent eyes fixed on Xia Yan and the other uninvited guests.

Red Gyarados!

"Roar--!!"

A roar, accompanied by a terrifying aura, erupted forth.

Intimidation!

Xia Yan slowly narrowed his eyes.

"Among so many Gyarados in Lake of Rage, there are indeed some truly outstanding ones."

A wild shiny Gyarados of near-Elite Four caliber.

But with Xia Yan's discerning eye, he could immediately see that this Gyarados was different from others.

Just by looking at the color of its scales, the sharpness of its teeth, the muscle tissue beneath its scales, and the energy it exudes, one can clearly feel that this Gyarados is not comparable to an ordinary wild Gyarados.

even.

Wild Gyarados typically range in size from six to seven meters, but this red Gyarados is over nine meters long.

There may still be room for growth.

but.

As the red Gyarados appears, it unleashes its fury.

A graceful and slender sprite also appeared within the tornado it was riding, dancing with its beautiful body, and its aura rapidly increased under a special rhythm.

Dragon Dance!

It's Milotic!

Milotic, having completed its evolution, showed no fear of the red Gyarados's power, and even seemed to grow stronger by taking advantage of Gyarados's "intimidation".

The "Competitive" trait has been triggered!

Competitive: When your own abilities are reduced by your opponent, your Special Attack will be greatly increased for each ability that is reduced!

therefore.

Gyarados's seemingly fierce "intimidation" has ignited Milotic's competitive spirit and stirred its inner confidence.

Seeing that someone actually dared to challenge his prestige, and even seemed to be growing stronger, he was shocked.

Gyarados glared angrily.

Stare wide-eyed!

The fierce gaze forced Milotic to pause slightly, his body stiffening slightly, revealing an opening and reducing his defensive capabilities.

however.

next second.

Milos's eyes narrowed, his competitive spirit rising again.

The more setbacks you face, the stronger you become!

The fiercer and more powerful Gyarados is, the more Milotic wants to defeat it!

Xia Yan's eyes gleamed.

After Feebas evolved, Milotic's strength also reached the level of a near-Elite Four member.

Although it's still quite a distance from being this red Gyarados.

However, Gyarados's "Intimidate" and "Gaze" caused Milotic's Special Attack to more than double.

However, in terms of offensive capabilities, Milotic has surpassed Gyarados.

Milotic, being a type of elf, is known for its defensive capabilities.

just now.

It needs Xia Yan's command.

"Milotic, go all out, Surf and Water Cannon!"

Upon hearing Xia Yan's order, Milotic's last shred of hesitation was replaced.

Riding on Gyarados's tornado, it condenses its own wave, while spewing out a torrent of water that converges into a terrifying torrent.

The red Gyarados immediately felt the water flow, which it had previously been able to control, slip out of its grasp.

"Roar--!!"

A furious counterattack!

Water cannon!

boom--!!

The two streams of water collided in mid-air, creating huge splashes and scattering water droplets the size of a thumb, like a torrential downpour.

however.

The result of the two opposing water flows is obvious.

A towering column of water instantly engulfed the red Gyarados, the rushing water like sharp blades, relentlessly slicing through its scales.

"Milotic, Destruction Ray!"

"Waaah—"

A melodious and ethereal voice rang out. Milotic, riding on the crest of a falling wave, opened its mouth slightly, gathering orange-yellow energy, and aimed it at the red Gyarados still being ravaged by the water in the air.

Om-! !

The massive beam of energy struck the red Gyarados directly.

The terrifying destructive force shattered its scales, and the red scales and crimson blood instantly stained the water.

In an instant, intense pain overwhelmed the red Gyarados's consciousness.

It crashed heavily onto the water's surface, losing its ability to fight.

"Waaaaah—!!"

Milotic, brimming with absolute confidence, let out a roar that echoed throughout the entire Lake of Rage.

Chapter Twenty: The Family, A Misfortune

Yanmo City.