The strongest gym leader starts by beating up Gary.

As he spoke, Xiaozhi's voice immediately became softer.

When traveling in the Kanto region, Ash had no concept of training Pokémon.

This situation only improved when Ash traveled to the Hoenn region.

Ash only began giving Pikachu and Treecko targeted training in the Hoenn region.

It was only after arriving in the Hoenn region that Ash began to shed his naivety and become a qualified trainer.

Ash is still too young.

"Alright, Gary, that's enough. You're starting from a higher point than Ash, but remember what I taught you: never underestimate any opponent."

"Yes, Master."

"master!?"

At this moment, not only Ash heard it, but Misty and Brock also heard Gary call him "Master".

Unlike the clueless Ash, they were well aware of Gary's identity.

They never imagined that Professor Oak's grandson would become an apprentice of a gym leader!

Given Professor Oak's status and position, finding Gary a Champion-level mentor wouldn't be difficult at all.

Xiaozhi, Xiaoxia, and Xiaogang all turned their gazes toward the approaching man.

"Are you the headmaster of the Matsuzo Dojo?"

Fang Yuan looked at Ash and Pikachu perched on his shoulder, and a genuine smile appeared on his face.

"Yes, it's me."

At this moment, Fang Yuan curiously used the system to check out the legendary Pikachu's panel.

Fang Yuan was really curious whether Pikachu was just putting on an act the whole time, otherwise why could it sometimes fight against legendary Pokémon and sometimes not even beat other people's starter Pokémon?

【Pokémon: Pikachu♂】

【Level: 15】

[Talent: Perfect (Physical Attack: 31, Special Attack: 31, Defense: 31, Special Defense: 31, Speed: 31, HP: 31) Total: 186]

【Characteristic: Static electricity (When physically touched, it has a 30% chance of paralyzing the attacking opponent)】

[Skills: Electric Shock, 100,000 Volts, Impact, Quick Attack]

[Evaluation: A Pikachu with perfect potential, but its potential will decrease if it stays by Ash's side. It contains a special power within it, and its move power is increased by 100% when facing legendary Pokémon.]

Fang Yuan couldn't help but gasp.

Pikachu's perfect attributes, which were even displayed as having a full gold border by the system, gave Fang Yuan a small taste of what it means to be a "hexagonal warrior".

Fang Yuan couldn't help but reach out and pick up Pikachu.

"Wait, Pikachu will attack people..."

Just as Ash was about to dissuade Fang Yuan, he noticed that the moment Fang Yuan picked up Pikachu, Pikachu's originally resistant gaze instantly became misty.

Pikachu purred contentedly in Fang Yuan's arms.

"As expected of Pikachu, this feels much better to the touch than the Pikachu on the street."

“Is… is that so?”

Just as Ash was rubbing his nose somewhat embarrassedly, Brock suddenly popped out.

"Of course! I personally arranged all of Pikachu's Pokémon food!"

"It's absolutely top-notch in terms of both nutrition and taste!"

"But your massage technique is really amazing, it's no less than that of top trainers."

As a Pokémon breeder, Xiao Gang could tell at a glance that Fang Yuan's massage technique for Pokémon was far superior to his own.

If it weren't for the crowd, Xiao Gang would have liked to ask Fang Yuan for some information about Elf Massage.

Looking at Xiao Gang, this super dad, Fang Yuan smiled and said...

"Everyone has their own expertise. In the field of trainers, my expertise is massage techniques, and my research on Pokémon food is just based on the methods left by the gym."

"No, no, no, that's already amazing."

.......

Seeing the two chatting happily, and Pikachu lying in Fang Yuan's arms looking completely content, Ash finally couldn't help but speak up.

"Wait! Wait a minute! Today is my day to challenge the gym! Not your time to exchange breeding tips!"

Upon hearing Ash's words, Pikachu hesitated for a moment, but then jumped down from Fang Yuan's arms and onto Ash's shoulder.

Xiao Zhi looked at Fang Yuandao

"I've already earned two badges! Master Fang! I hereby formally challenge you!"

Before Fang Yuan could speak, Xiao Mao, who had been standing to the side, stepped forward and said...

"Master! Why don't you let me go? I also want to see how much I've improved lately."

Looking at the two people locked in fierce combat before him, Fang Yuanzai said calmly...

"No need, Xiao Mao. I've seen your progress lately, but let me take on the challenger's challenge."

"Okay master."

Although Xiao Mao was a little disappointed, he still obediently went backstage to prepare.

Fang Yuan looked at Xiao Zhi and said

"Come up on stage, challenger, and let me see your skills."

Ash led Pikachu to the other side of the field.

At this moment, Qiao Yixue came out from the backyard and couldn't help but complain when she saw Fang Yuan about to start the battle.

"I haven't finished telling my story yet."

Ash chose a fairly standard rocky terrain as his battleground.

It was a rocky terrain, and the opponent was Ash. Fang Yuan took out a Poké Ball.

"Yakira, let's begin your first battle!"

A cute little green dinosaur appeared on the battlefield.

"Challenger, send out your spirit!"

Chapter 27 Ash has a cheat code!

Looking at the completely unfamiliar Pokémon in front of him, Ash didn't hesitate at all and sent out his strongest Pokémon.

"Come on Pikachu!"

"Pippi~ Kachu!"

Pikachu leaped from Ash's shoulder onto the battlefield.

Pikachu's red electric sac burst forth with a series of sparks, just like Ash, as it was in a state of high fighting spirit.

However, unlike Ash, who is full of fighting spirit, Pikachu is completely different.

The entire dojo fell into a deathly silence.

Xiaowen and Qiao Yixue stood there, both with big doubts on their cute little faces.

Xiao Mao couldn't help but twitch his lips when he saw this scene.

Xiaoxia and Xiaogang lowered their heads in shame upon seeing this.

Even Fang Yuan was stunned for a second upon seeing this scene before slowly saying...

"Truly worthy of being called a master of reverse attributes."

Ash, completely oblivious to what was happening, immediately ordered Pikachu to attack!

"Pikachu, use Thunderbolt!"

A golden bolt of lightning struck Lark precisely where he was standing on the ground.

Fang Yuan didn't bother to give any instructions from beginning to end.

Lightning flashed, but Kira was completely unharmed.

"Hmm, why is that? This elf isn't injured at all?"

Seeing Ash's expression, Misty couldn't hold back any longer and said...

"Ash, are you an idiot? When you see a Pokémon you don't recognize, check its type in the Pokédex first!"

It was only then that Ash remembered he had a Pokédex.

Larvitar, a Rock/Ground-type Pokémon, feeds on soil and rocks from mountains, making it a true "soil-eating" Pokémon. It is said that it only evolves into its final form after consuming the equivalent of an entire mountain's worth of soil and rocks.

"Oh, it's a Ground-type Pokémon. No wonder Pikachu's Electric Shock didn't work."

"But Curator Fang? Why does your Larvitar seem to be a different color than the one in the Pokédex?"

Hearing Xiao Zhi's answer, Fang Yuan smiled and said...

"Because my Larvitar is a Shiny Pokémon, but that's a minor thing. Let's continue the battle."

Ash put away his Pokédex, hesitated for a moment, and said...

"Come back, Pikachu!"

But just as Ash commanded Pikachu to return, Fang Yuan immediately gave the order...

The tiny Larvitar opened its mouth, and a Dark-type energy burst struck the retreating Pikachu.

Pursuit attacks on retreating sprites deal double damage.

A single blow was enough to seriously injure Pikachu.

At this moment, on the edge of the battlefield, Xiao Gang stared blankly at the battlefield where Yugira was fighting.

"My God, it's all my fault for not seeing clearly just now, that's a Shiny Larvitar! A Shiny Larvitar! That's enough to buy half my life!"

"If the Pewter City Gym had a Larvitar, I'd probably be laughing in my sleep."

Xiao Gang watched from the sidelines, drooling with envy, while Xiao Zhi looked at the injured Pikachu during the battle.

"Are you alright, Pikachu?"

Pikachu shook its head, indicating that it was fine.

Ash looked at the Poké Ball at his waist, hesitated for a moment, and said...

"Go, Squirtle!"

A Squirtle wearing sunglasses appeared in the battle arena.

"Squirtle, use the water gun!"

Squirtle opened its mouth, and a stream of water, not flowing very fast, gushed out.

Larvitar didn't need much command from Fang Yuan; its short legs moved swiftly, easily dodging Squirtle's water gun.

Looking at the water-spraying turtle in front of him, Kira felt a bit tricky, and Fang Yuan immediately changed his tactics.

"Yakira, sandstorm."

Tyranitar narrowed his eyes, and countless grains of sand slowly floated up throughout the battlefield. As Tyranitar continued to exert his power, a sandstorm, though not very large, appeared on the battlefield.

"What kind of skill is this?!"

It must be said that Satoshi, who was traveling in the Kanto region for the first time, really lacked basic common sense.

Squirtle couldn't open its eyes because of the sandstorm.

Ash, the trainer, was also alarmed to find that he couldn't find Larvitar anywhere in the entire battle arena.

It's like Kira suddenly disappeared!

Seeing Squirtle standing there dumbfounded without any command, Fang Yuan immediately gave the order.

"Yukira, Dragon Dance!"