Bottom-tier trainers in the Pokémon world

The alternate dimension of Regigigas, for example, is currently among those that have not yet been discovered.

As for what the alliance has already found, it's estimated that even with a certain level of authority, they wouldn't know everything.

Xia Yan took a slow breath. "When does it start?"

"Three days later, we still need to leave some time for the final preparations for the competition after we return."

"I see."

Just as Watari said.

Such opportunities are rare, so try to participate if you can.

Having just returned from the Regigigas alternate dimension, Xia Yan naturally has a lot to say about these things.

However, entering a known alternate dimension is definitely different from entering an alternate dimension known only to one person. The existence of the alliance must be a hindrance to his abilities.

However, he has his own clever plans and his own experience with obstacles, so he may not be completely helpless.

Moreover, without the league, there would be no such opportunity.

Three days is just too short.

Xia Yan has just digested what he obtained from Regigigas's spatial dimension, transforming it into his own strength or the potential of his Pokémon.

But now it seems that if we don't want to waste this great opportunity, we'll probably have to transfer the digestion process to that alternate dimension of the Alliance.

"Then I've submitted the application?" Du confirmed.

"Do I need to register through you?" Xia Yan asked, somewhat puzzled.

"Don't worry, leave these things to me."

After saying that, Du didn't say anything more to Xia Yan and hung up the phone directly, seemingly in a hurry to go and do something.

Listening to the dial tone, Xia Yan rubbed his temples, feeling a bit of a headache.

I don't think it's necessarily a good thing.

just.

Before he could put his phone away, it rang again.

"This is never going to end..."

I took out my phone and saw that the caller ID showed it was Cynthia.

Exhale a breath of stale air and adjust your mindset.

I pressed the answer button.

“It’s me, Cynthia.”

On the other end of the phone, Cynthia's familiar, slightly aloof voice came through, as if she kept a certain distance from everyone.

But that's just her personality; it's not that she's prejudiced against anyone.

“I know,” Xia Yan replied.

I tried calling you just now, but I couldn't get through.

"Uh... a friend of mine also called me," Xia Yan explained with a dry laugh.

"Oh."

Oh?

Cynthia's response left Xia Yan momentarily speechless.

But soon, Cynthia remembered the real reason for her phone call.

"Here's the news. The Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, and Sinnoh regions will be giving a special privilege to participants in the 'Lily of the Valley Youth Tournament.' The League will open a new dimension for these participants to enter for trials..."

Next, what Cynthia said was basically the same as what Lance had said before.

Xia Yan suddenly realized.

It turned out to be the latest news; he had thought Cynthia hadn't told him before.

As soon as the news came in, Xia Yan called.

"Therefore, I suggest you participate; it will benefit you."

"Okay," Xia Yan replied directly.

“Even if you don’t participate in the competition, you can still… um? Okay?” Cynthia seemed to realize halfway through her sentence.

“Yes, I understand, so I’ll participate,” Xia Yan replied, rubbing his temples.

"Where are you now?"

Upon hearing this, Xia Yan looked around, remained silent for a moment, and then said, "I should be in Black Gold City in two hours."

"Okay. Beep...beep...beep..."

The call was disconnected.

Xia Yan looked at his phone, which kept ringing with dial tone, and pursed his lips.

For some reason, he had a feeling that he might be in big trouble this time.

really.

As he expected, his phone rang again just after he had finished talking to Cynthia.

This time, what was displayed on the phone was a special note given by Xia Yan...

Forever the ultimate leg, the one and only money-bringer—

Zifuqi Daigo.

look up.

Yangtian.

"Business is very busy."

"Baruya—" Doronbalut's impatient urging voice rang out at this moment.

Fortunately, I only know a few people.

But now a problem is facing Xia Yan.

If Kanto, Hoenn, and Sinnoh all invited him, which side does he belong to now?

Chapter Sixteen: The Difficulty of Choice - Cynthia

Black Gold City.

It is a city located not far to the east of Zhuqing City, separated by several mines.

Black Gold City is called Black Gold City because the city is surrounded by coal mines, and coal can indeed be called black gold to some extent.

Although the city is not large, its residents have an average economic level that ranks among the top in the entire Sinnoh region due to its extremely abundant coal resources.

The neighboring city of Zhuqing was built with funds from the original residents of Black Gold City, who wanted a more comfortable living environment.

Although Black Gold City is rich in coal resources, the city's environment is not very good. It is often filled with a light dust, which can turn into smog when it is thick. Therefore, the residents of Black Gold City funded the construction of Zhuqing City and gradually moved there.

Little did anyone expect that the city of Celebration, which was originally built simply to improve the living environment, has now become the largest and most technologically advanced city in the entire Sinnoh region.

On the contrary, Black Gold City remains the city known for its coal mines and various minerals.

However, in recent years the League has also paid attention to environmental protection and has carried out a certain degree of supervision over Black Gold City. It was at that time that the Black Gold Gym was established.

While Blackgold City may not be considered particularly beautiful, it is at least a livable city.

With its abundant coal mines and various mineral resources, including the excavation of ancient fossils, it is believed that Black Gold City will soon become a city comparable to Zhuqing City.

When Xia Yan arrived in Black Gold City, the sun had already set.

But he didn't rush into Black Gold City because he was waiting for someone.

Cynthia.

Fortunately, Cynthia didn't keep him waiting too long.

From afar, you can see a small black dot rapidly approaching from the distant horizon.

As they closed the distance, they saw Cynthia rapidly approaching, relying on Garchomp.

Both Garchomp and its evolved form Garchomp are Dragon and Ground-type Pokémon.

Both are Ground-type Pokémon, and both appear to be wingless, but Garchomp and Garchomp can fly. I wonder if a certain Pokémon would be so angry that it would crawl out of the ground if it knew this.

call--

After a gust of wind blew by.

Cynthia and Garchomp landed in front of Xia Yan.

Looking at this Garchomp, whose height was almost as tall as Cynthia's, Xia Yan knew that this pseudo-legendary Dragon-type Pokémon was probably not far from evolving.

Garchomp is a Pokémon that molts repeatedly as it grows, and each molt is accompanied by an increase in size.

This Garchomp is now almost as tall as Cynthia, which shows it has molted many times.

Speaking of which, the skin shed by Garchomp is also a valuable item.

The skin carries a large number of scales. Grinding these scales into powder can be used as a raw material for traditional Chinese medicine. The medicinal components contained in the powder can revitalize a tired body.

In ancient times, people believed that medicine made from its scales could cure any disease.

Of course, eating the scales of most Dragon-type Pokémon ground into powder can achieve similar effects to some extent.

"Shall we wait a moment?" Cynthia stepped forward and asked softly.

"No, I just arrived." Xia Yan withdrew his gaze from the Sharptooth Shark, which was already glaring angrily at him.

"It's about to evolve?"

"Ah."

Cynthia nodded, looked at Garchomp, and unconsciously smiled.

Putting everything else aside, Cynthia does have a very beautiful smile.