Bottom-tier trainers in the Pokémon world

Xia Yan and Kukui walked to the center of the field.

Shake hands.

"As expected of a 'tactical mastermind,' the tactical arrangements for this battle really gave me a hard time," Kukui said with a smile.

He was referring to Xia Yan deliberately keeping Togekiss to suppress his Blazing Roar Tiger, and of course, also the unintentional restriction on his Kommo-o.

Xia Yan rubbed his nose and said modestly:

"Because I've done a good job of collecting information about your battles, Mr. Royal Masked Man."

Kukui looked both amazed and pleased.

He patted Xia Yan on the shoulder.

"If only Xia Yan were from their Alola region..." Kukui thought to himself.

If Xia Yan were from the Alola region, Kukui would have had a much easier time building the Alola League.

even.

Kukui, the prospective Elite Four and even prospective champion, no longer needs to worry.

He no longer needs to use the identity of the Royal Masked Man to demonstrate the military strength of the Alola region.

"come on!"

Kukui offered a word of encouragement.

This is not only to encourage Xia Yan in the subsequent finals, but also to encourage Xia Yan in the field of Pokémon research.

To become a PhD.

Not many people know about this, but Kukui, who is also a doctor, knows it very well.

It took him countless hours and effort to become a doctor, and it was only with the help of Naruto Oki.

One factor at play was that he was a native of the Alola region, and the League needed someone in the Alola region to help with promotion, teaching, and other related matters.

It can be said that Kukui's becoming a doctor was partly due to his research achievements, but another reason was that the Alliance needed to support an indigenous person who strongly supported the Alliance.

Unlike Xia Yan, who, despite being too young, managed to earn his doctorate based solely on his achievements.

Therefore, Kukui greatly admires Xia Yan, a young man who is younger than him but has already become a professor and has great potential as a trainer.

"Okay." Xia Yan nodded, accepting Kukui's encouragement.

“By the way, Mr. Royal Masked Man, my friend Barnett is a fan of yours. I wonder if you have time to meet him?” Xia Yan suddenly asked.

This isn't meant to be a joke about Kukui.

It's true that Barnett asked Xia Yan for help.

"Hahaha—we'll see, we'll see!" Kukui's deliberately low voice almost gave him away. He scratched his head, waved at Xia Yan, and strode towards the player's tunnel.

Xia Yan was speechless.

He shook his head and walked towards Wataru and Cynthia on the sidelines.

"That was fantastic," Watari said first, with a sigh of admiration.

He seemed to regret that he didn't have the chance to face Xia Yan in this tournament.

"The finals are tomorrow." Cynthia also looked at Xia Yan.

Xia Yan smiled and adjusted his hat. "I'm ready this time."

"Mm." Cynthia nodded, pursing her lips.

The fact that the two didn't end up fighting last time was a regret for her.

Ever since the last time the two ended with Xia Yan abstaining, many people have been debating whether Xia Yan or Cynthia is more powerful.

Although Cynthia doesn't care what others think.

But she really wanted to know if there was a gap between her and Xia Yan, and if so, how big was it.

The format of unlimited battles for all players is quite different from the rotating format.

If it's a rotation system, Cynthia is quite confident.

But Cynthia was a little apprehensive about facing off against an all-out battle.

It wasn't that she lacked confidence in her Pokémon, but rather that she knew Xia Yan was actually more adept at this unrestricted battle mode compared to a rotation system.

Besides crossing.

Xia Yan was probably the one with the most field experience among their group.

Even Du might not be as knowledgeable as Xia Yan.

"The three of you..."

The host came over to conduct another interview.

...

...

"Phew—thank goodness I made it in time!"

The airport on Ula Ula Island.

"Hurry up, don't block the way."

A slightly disdainful voice rang out.

"Hey! Xiao Mao! Aren't you getting impatient too?"

The kid called Xiao Mao was holding a small laptop and pouted.

"You think everyone is like you?"

That's what they say.

But when he occasionally glanced at the artificial island in the distance off the coast of Diurula Ula Island, a longing would inevitably show in his eyes, which was undoubtedly the best proof of his thoughts.

For him.

Stepping onto that stage and participating in competitions at that level will likely be the direction he needs to strive for for a long time to come.

"Xiao Zhi, slow down."

A well-dressed middle-aged woman named Hanako was calling to two children.

"Xiao Mao, be polite."

Nanami puffed out her cheeks, revealing a hint of displeasure.

Shigeru was still a little afraid of his older sister, Nanami.

However, if he could admit his mistakes, he wouldn't be Xiao Mao.

"Be polite to polite people."

"Who did you say?!" Ash immediately protested.

"Whoever answers, I'll speak." Gary glanced at Satoshi.

"I challenge you to a duel!"

"..."

Looking at the two little ones who had been arguing all the way, Nanami rubbed her temples with a headache.

Surprisingly, they didn't travel with Professor Oak to the Alola region.

It was because Hanako was delayed by something.

Ash and Gary's studies are also nearing their end but not yet finished.

However, the two of them would watch the game on TV almost every day.

If you really can't catch it, watch the replay on your computer.

In short, as loyal fans of Xia Yan, the two of them would never miss a single one of Xia Yan's matches.

Fortunately.

Before the finals began, they finished their studies, and Hanako, having finished her business, came to the Alola region with Nanami Oki.

"Are you Professor Oak's family members?"

After Ash and Gary walked out of the airport, they saw a luxury car waiting for them at the airport entrance.

A man who looked like a butler asked with a respectful smile.

"Who are you?" Nanami asked, somewhat surprised.

The butler quickly explained:

"Hehe—Professor Oak and Mr. Natsuhiko couldn't come to pick you up in person because of the competition, so they entrusted us, the Aether Foundation, to take you to Professor Oak's residence. Today's competition has ended."

"Huh? It's over already?" Ash instantly became dejected.

"Idiot, today is the semi-finals." Xiao Mao couldn't resist a sarcastic remark, then looked at the butler, "Did Mr. Xia Yan win?"

Before the butler could reply, the car door opened.

"Of course the teacher won."

Gladion, holding Lillie's hand, got out of the car.

He bowed slightly to Hanako and Nanami, appearing very polite.

Hanako smiled and praised:

"What a polite child! Xiaozhi, you should learn from him."

"teacher?"

Except for Hanako.

The others, however, focused their attention on Gladio's address of Xia Yan as "teacher".

“Yes, Professor Xia Yan asked Lillie and me to pick you up,” Gladion said frankly.

Behind him, the timid Lillie nodded in agreement.