Bottom-tier trainers in the Pokémon world

That's why they say children have amazing intuition.

Xia Yan's help in treating Lillie's psychological trauma has left some lasting impact.

just.

Xia Yan was somewhat surprised by Lusamine's sudden request and couldn't figure out what her true purpose was.

To win them over? To show goodwill? To recruit them?

Xia Yan didn't keep them waiting long, and said tactfully:

"I'm still a student myself, and there's so much I haven't learned yet. To be a teacher is probably..."

"Teacher Xia Yan, please have a match with me!"

Before Xia Yan could finish speaking, Gladio suddenly interrupted.

Before Xia Yan could even agree, Gladio's form of address had already changed.

Looking at his determined expression.

Xia Yan pursed his lips.

A battle against Gladio?

There's really no need for that.

His Umbreon is well-trained, but he is still young and there is a big gap between him and Xia Yan.

To put it bluntly, even if Xia Yan sent out Feebas, Gladion's Umbreon wouldn't be a match for him.

Gladgio stared stubbornly at Xia Yan, his fists clenched.

Suddenly.

Xia Yan breathed a sigh of relief.

"Gargio, you seem very obsessed with training and matches?"

"Ok?"

Xia Yan didn't answer directly, but instead asked Gladio a question that surprised him.

Before he could answer, Xia Yan walked to Umbreon's side.

Under the slightly wary gaze of Umbreon, a top-tier Energy Cube, Eevee's favorite food, appeared with a flick of the wrist.

While feeding one Umbreon, the other draped itself over Umbreon.

Apply slight pressure with your fingers.

Ibrahimovic collapsed to the ground.

"Umbreon!"

Gladio was startled.

I only saw it when I ran over.

Umbreon lay on the ground looking blissfully content.

Xia Yan's hands seemed to possess magic; when they brushed over certain parts of Umbreon's body, with just a gentle squeeze and massage, Umbreon let out a comfortable groan.

Lillie's eyes lit up even more when she saw this.

Xia Yan looked at Natsuhiko, who was squatting next to Umbreon, with a hint of admiration.

Xia Yan smiled and patted Umbreon's head, whispering:

"Go to sleep, sleep for a while."

To everyone's surprise, Umbreon actually closed its eyes slowly and fell asleep.

A soft snoring sound filled the hall.

"this....."

The three of them, Gladio and Gladio, exchanged glances.

Even Rosamune was somewhat surprised.

Umbreon is asleep.

Under Xia Yan's seemingly ordinary massage and soft whispers...

Xia Yan's hands didn't stop; he just looked at Gladgio and said with a slightly serious expression:

"Gladio, training Pokémon and battling is perfectly acceptable. But as a qualified trainer, you also need to pay attention to your Pokémon's condition at all times. Don't assume that just because the instruments can't detect anything, your Pokémon's physical and mental health is fine. Don't put your will above your Pokémon's."

Always remember that your relationship with the elves is one of equality and mutual assistance; you are friends, not superiors and subordinates.

The words were a bit harsh.

But instead of showing any dissatisfaction, Gladio nodded vigorously.

"I understand, Professor Xia Yan!"

This move alone was enough to convince him.

in fact.

Only with Eevee-type Pokémon can Xia Yan demonstrate this skill; it might not work with other types.

His papers were not all just empty talk.

Those eight Eevee dogs weren't just casually kept.

Of course, showing this skill is enough.

"Why did you become a trainer?" Xia Yan asked again.

Gladio clenched his fist.

"I want to protect Lillie, I want to protect my mother. I don't want to see them get hurt. I'm the only man in the family, it's my responsibility!"

Xia Yan nodded.

It's pretty much the same as in the original work.

But then Gladio continued:

"Professor Xia Yan, you said in your paper that among all Eevee evolutions, Umbreon is the one that deserves to be called the 'strongest shield'. I want to protect my family with it."

Xia Yan suddenly realized.

From this perspective, choosing Umbreon makes sense.

A well-trained Umbreon can also be incredibly powerful, being both tanky and capable of dealing significant damage, making it suitable for a wide range of team compositions.

His gaze shifted to Lillie.

Lillie paused, a blush rising to her cheeks, then immediately straightened her back and said in a clear voice, "I...I want to help my brother, and help my brother's spirit, just like Mr. Xia Yan!"

Upon hearing this...

Xia Yan, Gladio, and Lusamine all smiled.

“Come here, I’ll teach you how to massage an elf…” Xia Yan beckoned.

Gladion and Lillie immediately ran excitedly to Xia Yan's side.

Using Umbreon as a reference.

"This is the core of Umbreon's power. If it gets tired, this area will tighten, and we need to squeeze it clockwise..."

Looking at the three people squatting on the ground, Lusamine quietly walked out of the villa.

“Chairwoman Lusamine,” Zaobo immediately greeted her.

After leaving the villa, Rosamund reverted to her strong, independent woman persona.

"How about it?"

“There are indeed fluctuations,” Zaobo said with a hint of excitement.

Rosamina's eyes flashed.

"Keep people watching."

"understand!"

After responding, Zaobo glanced in the direction of the villa, a hint of jealousy flashing in his eyes, "Chairwoman Lusamine, that Xia Yan..."

Lusamine glanced at him sideways.

Zaobo immediately fell silent.

As she walked toward the car, Lusamine's gentle voice drifted from afar, "Alola, after all, is the League's Alola."

Zaobo's heart skipped a beat, and his expression became thoughtful.

Inside the villa.

Hearing the car drive away, Xia Yan slightly raised the corners of his mouth.

Although not directly agreeing may seem like burying one's head in the sand, it leaves room for maneuver for both sides.

...

...

The next day.

It was still the same bustling arena.

After a full day of battles from morning till night yesterday, the top 64 teams for this tournament have been determined.

On the huge screen, the portraits of sixty-four people were projected.

The match-up list for today's game will be announced today.

Nobody knows who their opponent will be today.

As the photos moved across the large screen, match lists were quickly generated.

As Xia Yan progressed to the top 64, he met more and more people, increasing the likelihood of them running into each other.

According to Xia Yan, the organizing committee led by Dr. Oki and Naruya Oki, the possibility of insider dealing in the competition draw is relatively low.