Aspiring to become a Pokémon trainer

Chapter 158 Nan Yin's Shame and Struggle!

"Nanyin?"

Turning around and catching sight of the familiar girl, Nemo's face immediately lit up with joy, and she even seemed ready to put her arm around her shoulder and chat freely.

However, in the next instant, the former's words dampened the student council president's spirits.

"Remember to greet your teacher in public."

Raising her eyelashes, Nan Yin recited the words with a smile.

"But, but, Nan Yin, we are clearly..."

"They are clearly teacher and student, right?"

Sinking under the weight of the teasing tone, and hearing the serious manner of the conversation, Nemo could only swallow the friend's address and reluctantly affirm.

“...Teacher Nanyin.”

"That's more like it. I just heard you talking about the secret seasoning. Are you planning to leave the academy? But it seems like you don't have much free time due to your coursework."

"Well, I haven't agreed to Pipa's request yet."

A mischievous glint flashed in her eyes, and the brown-skinned girl turned her pretty face away shyly, trying to hide the blush rising in her eyes.

Having said that, one has to admit that when she thought of the special nature of her Pokémon, she did indeed feel a burning desire to rush into battle and fight for the ultimate victory.

However, the role of a student representative as an exemplar still constrained her voice, putting her in a dilemma between her interests and her responsibilities.

"So that's how it is. I think I understand now. Nemo has the will but not the courage?"

"certainly not!"

Her fingertips sometimes twirled the strands of hair beside her ear, and sometimes let them fall loosely; the girl's actions were not as resolute as her words.

"puff."

With a slight smile, she felt a sense of satisfaction at having succeeded in her scheme. Although they had only known each other for a short time, the awkwardness of being friends of the same age always brought Nan Yin a sense of accomplishment.

Instead of teasing him further, she turned to look at the light-haired boy who had just come to his senses.

"Aren't you going to introduce him to me? This is—"

"My name is Pipa, and I'm a student in class 1-G."

With his chest out and pretending nothing was wrong, the young man's panic was easily discernible from his face without even needing to be detected.

Even though Nan Yin is young and harbors confusion, as a problem student, she will always feel a little fear of her teacher.

Suppressing his emotional turmoil, he once again cast an inquiring glance at Nemo.

"Nanyin is a new teacher for the elective course, and the topic of her class is raising Pokémon."

"I had no idea the college had introduced new elective courses..."

He couldn't help but sigh. It wasn't that Pipa wasn't interested in nurturing; if the course had been offered earlier, he would definitely have enrolled. But now, his godfather's condition was too serious, and he had no mood to manage anything else.

Feeling dejected, Nan Yin noticed early on and comforted him with her casual words.

"Don't worry about it. I heard that Orange Academy regularly sets aside time for off-campus treasure hunts. By then, most courses are already full, so if you're interested, you can always fill in the slots later. In comparison, I'm quite interested in the Master Pokémon and the Secret Seasoning you mentioned."

"Hmm, Nan Yin's plan is to come with us?"

Understanding the girl's meaning, Nemo immediately stepped forward and took her fair, delicate hand in hers.

It's clear that she's very happy to have such a capable and gentle peer join her.

"Um......"

She did not deny the earnestness of her friend, but after feeling the other person's elbow pressing against her face, creating a cloying curve, Nan Yin's expression stiffened.

They really have no sense of self-restraint.

Unlike the energetic and lively Korne, she really didn't know how to deal with this carefree girl who only cared about fighting.

"Thank you! But, doesn't the teacher have other classes scheduled?"

Upon hearing Nan Yin's affirmation, Papa's face showed surprise, but also a sense of shame for troubling a stranger.

"It's alright. I only have two classes a week. But you guys, don't deliberately skip or cause any trouble in my classes from now on."

To be honest, the scheduling of elective courses is quite loose, leaving a lot of free time for Nanyin (Southern Music Academy) students to waste.

Besides spending time with their own children, reading books to learn about Taijinghua and venturing into new and exciting places after leaving the academy are the main themes of their lives.

It's not just a free favor or an abrupt act of kindness; the secret seasoning is a legendary dish that, according to certain procedures, can cure hidden ailments and raise the limit of a Pokémon's bound ability, allowing it to reach even greater heights.

Holding her petite Eevee in her hands, watching it twitch its long, furry ears, it seemed puzzled yet pleased as it was stroked, and the girl smiled slightly.

Since that battle at the Luna Reservoir, their own children have rarely made any significant progress. Even though they have grown rapidly in a short period of time through meticulous training and have closed the gap with elite trainers, the limitations of their race and their individual condition have ultimately blocked their path to further progress.

To advance to the next level, one must undergo numerous battles, like the Bamboo Orchid Emperor, overcoming hardships and forging oneself into steel, refining untrained limbs to perfection, or relying on external stimuli to improve the basic qualities of the species and individuals.

Therefore, she was unwilling to give up such an opportunity.

"Thank you so much, Teacher Nanyin!"

She sincerely called out the title, and bowed deeply, even though she was not quite used to the young girl's identity. But when she was willing to lend a helping hand almost for free, Papa was happy to bow and express her gratitude.

It's no wonder he's taking it so seriously. Ten years have passed since his so-called parents entered Zone Zero and never returned, and his godfather, who had been with him since childhood, has become his true family.

"I'll save my thanks for last. Of course, I also need some of the secret seasoning I received."

“No problem. I’ve surveyed the areas where these treasure owners live. As long as I can have a little, or even more, I’ll be satisfied.”

"Me too!"

Nemo raised her hand high, clearly dissatisfied that she had been ignored by the two of them.

"I think President Nemo is more interested in those Treasure Masters than in the so-called seasonings."

"Cough, how did you know!"

Oblivious to the obvious, the brown-skinned girl took the opportunity to hug Nan Yin's arm tightly, letting the friction between her clothes and skin bring her a strange sensation.

"Yeah, Nemo..."

As she savored the name, a hint of anger rose in her heart. Nan Yin didn't blame the other party for overstepping their bounds; it was simply a result of her long-standing personality.

Her usual composure vanished; she was simply uncomfortable with this excessive touching and felt a surge of annoyance from the direct friction.

My own sweet and innocent girl, Kelney, is still the most pleasing to the eye and comforting.

"What's wrong? Oh, I understand. Since we'll be fighting the Treasure Master later, it's necessary for us to understand each other's strengths, right?"

More direct than the force exerted in his hands, the opponent's beautiful eyes were already burning with fierce fighting spirit, and he leaned closer.

"Nanyin, let's have a battle!"

The third challenge finally came, and this time, the girl did not refuse.

She was already eager to prove what she had accomplished during this time, and Nemo's teasing had stirred up a bit of embarrassment and annoyance in her. Since there was no reason to refuse, she would let herself see just how good this champion-level trainer really was.

As my toes stepped out of the academy and onto the vast grassland, the once clear blue sky was now filled with booming sounds and streaking lightning.

Using their strongest doubles pair, they seized the initiative to decide the rules with the swiftest response, thus thwarting Nemo's momentum.

"Zetzart, Gliscor!"

Chapter 159 Nan Yin's First Defeat

After repeated challenges, they finally got their wish, but when the two arrived at the arena, they found an old man already waiting silently.

With his graying hair and beard, round-framed glasses, and meticulous demeanor, the identity of the newcomer was self-evident.

"Principal Claver, what are you doing here?"

Confused, Nemo asked this question.

"Well, it was just a coincidence. Since you're both eager to fight, I'll be the referee."

With a slight lift of his glasses and no change in expression, Claver casually walked to the center of the field, raised his flag, and couldn't very well tell the two girls that he had been secretly watching them the whole time.

It's no wonder he was so excited; the old principal was genuinely curious about the two men's abilities.

Having said all they could say, their fighting spirit was strong enough that a sudden burst of white lightning struck the clouds. Both sides abandoned all distractions and gripped the sphere tightly in their hands.

No words were needed; the exchange of glances was enough to convey their fighting spirit.

Brilliant lightning tore through the sky, the wings of the sacred bird cast shadows, and when the dark blue scorpion beast flapped its wings and descended from the clouds, and when the werewolf of the mane rock let out a hoarse cry that shook the trees, the beginning of the battle was already known without words.

"It's Zapdos!"

Gazing at the figure perched in the clouds, even with the blinding lightning and tears welling in her eyes, Nemo remained unmoved, her smile deepening.

This was the battle she had been hoping for, and this was why she hadn't given up the invitation. Nan Yin's strength was the best reward she could receive.

"Since you've already sent out two Pokémon, the battle should be a doubles match. And for the sake of friendly competition, a full lineup of four Pokémon is just right, isn't it?"

Understanding the rule that Nanyin's voice was hidden in words and actions, the brown-skinned girl bent her shoulders and twisted her waist, drawing out her strength and throwing two balls with unparalleled fluidity, while the white-haired figure nodded slightly, not denying it.

"nature."

"it is good!"

When that response came, they no longer considered each other friends, but regarded each other as rivals.

"Ryke Lycanroc, Sandstorm, Sniper Tree Owl, Stitching Shadow."

Raising its neck and letting out a long howl, countless dust particles swayed with the airflow, obscuring the bright and clear sky. As the owl opened its eyes, its previous languor vanished, leaving only the burning pain of its watchful gaze.

As expected, he had no idea what kind of Pokémon Nemo would send out.

She silently acknowledged to herself that being on this unfamiliar land meant she had completely lost the advantage of information and was unable to anticipate the enemy's moves.

No longer knowing the opponent's lineup, and unable to use the information advantage to read ahead, the once invincible advantage has now returned to an equal footing. This certainly makes the battle more difficult, especially since Nemo is a champion-level trainer. But it is precisely because of this that Nan Yin can prove just how much she has achieved.

Unlike his previous encounter with Zhu Lan, where he lacked absolute confidence in victory, this time the two were truly fighting as equals.

Undeterred by the sharp edge or the approaching wind pressure, the violet brilliance gathered in her eyes, transforming into her most acute senses.

The twitching of muscles, the progression of force, and the subtle changes in her body were crystal clear in her eyes.

Well come!

"Zetsukuyon, Thunder!"

Thunder rumbled, and heavy clouds gathered. If there were no wind or rain, the world would be swept by a sandstorm. But as the gaze shifted, the dark blue scorpion beast had already stopped in mid-air, praying for the nourishment of all things.

Pray for rain.

The long-planned scheme came to fruition. Brilliant lightning cleaved through the air currents, and a sword as sharp as a hanging cloud slashed down. Although the sniper tree owl drew its bow and fired a deep, dark arrow, in the brief moment of the clash, the lightning overwhelmed the shadow and struck the werewolf's body.

With a painful roar, the lightning strike in the rain was too powerful. Even though it had been through many trials, the Mane Rock Wolf still swayed and almost fell over.

In the first round, Nan Yin seemed to have the upper hand, but Feng Ying's attack still bypassed Lei Guang and secretly wrapped around the wings of the sacred bird, preventing it from being rotated out.

"Enjoy the Southern Music, keep going!"

The curve of his lips rose higher and higher, and the burning intensity in his eyes grew stronger.

The pause in thought faded in the instant of the alternation of offense and defense, but when he looked again, several rocky peaks broke through the soil and transformed into majestic mountains, completely swallowing up the exhausted Naruto.

"Werewolf of the Mane Rock, sharp stone attack!"

Regardless of the speed of reaction, the werewolf was too fast, and Nemo's commands were too nimble. By the time the girl's thoughts were conveyed, the sacred bird had already drooped its wings and landed on the ground.

Without any sign of distress, even in its unconscious state, it still proudly raised its head, gazing at the distant, high sky.

"Sniper Tree Owl, use—"

Just as the excitement in his heart was about to give the next command, he saw the Scorpion King shout a gale, and with the force of gravity, he crashed down, pinning the owl with its bow drawn beneath him.

Two wings, flight with double the restraint over grass and soil.

Nemo was able to command with such meticulous precision through experience and training, so how could Nan Yin, who possessed telekinesis, possibly give the opponent an opportunity to expand their gains?

An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth; to gain the upper hand, one must pay a heavy price.

The balance remained one to one, and both Zapdos and Decidueye lost their ability to battle.

"this......"