I beg you female trainers to give me money even if you lose!

Masahiko Mitsui's answer was perfectly natural.

"So if the Sanleng family chooses to give up, I naturally won't miss this opportunity, and I'm confident that I can bring happiness to Miss Rika."

"—At least he's better than that champion Yang on the ring who already has a girlfriend."

——! ! !

Mitsui Masahiko's words exploded like a bombshell in the venue, and everyone's astonished gazes fell on Yang Xiying.

Even Adu, Xiaochun, and Ami, who had been eating alone, now had the same astonished expression as everyone around them.

—Yang Xiying…already has a girlfriend?!

"Yang Xiying, is what he said true?"

Lijia's father's face darkened slightly, and his tone suddenly became serious. At this moment, Yang Xiying also looked at Mitsui Masahiko.

"—Looks like they did their homework on me beforehand."

"So you're not going to hide the fact that you already have a girlfriend?" Mitsui Masahiko smiled knowingly.

"...Who is the object?" Li Jia's father asked at this moment, and Mitsui Masahiko hurriedly answered Yang Xiying's question.

"Uncle, I know a little about his girlfriend. She's the gym leader of Cerulean City, the playful mermaid, Misty."

Masahiko spoke again with a cold laugh. Seeing Fuji Akemi's attitude, he knew that this revelation was still effective.

——! ! !

The group looked at Yang Xiying with even greater surprise, because the dojo master was a heavyweight figure who could easily infiltrate their circle!

“…!” Lijia’s father didn’t know what to say, although it was true that men in this circle would have several mistresses besides their wives…

But the status of a lover must be so humble that one can control the relationship, but Yang Xiying, that damn guy, chose that Xiaoxia instead!

He had also heard of the young woman in Cerulean City; it was impressive that a woman could run a gym and still have a good reputation in the area.

Therefore, such women are difficult to control, and they should carefully consider whether they have the ability to have a lover!

Although he acknowledged Yang Xiying's status as his son-in-law, he only felt that she was qualified to marry into the family.

So if a man like that still has a mistress, where will the Fuji family's reputation be? Finally, considering that the other party already has a partner.

His participation in this martial arts contest to find a husband is more like taking a concubine! He's got some nerve, daring to make the eldest daughter of the Fuji family lower herself to be his mistress!

"In addition, I have also thoroughly investigated this champion Yang. Although he comes from Yan Country, his family background is very ordinary."

"It's already incredibly lucky that someone like him gets noticed by the dojo master, and instead of being grateful, he's pushing his luck. Isn't that going too far?"

At this moment, Mitsui Masahiko added, seemingly trying to deliver a fatal blow to Yang Xiying with his words, and Yang Xiying reacted.

"Ando Yuka, 22 years old, female, became Mitsui Masahiko's secret lover on [date missing]..."

"Yuka Kai, 19 years old, became a secret lover with Masahiko Mitsui on [date missing], 200X. In addition, she has a boyfriend."

"..."

But he was carrying the names of the dishes, reporting on Mitsui Masahiko's glorious achievements, which suddenly made a lot of people suspicious.

It's perfectly normal for people in their circle to have multiple lovers, so Mitsui Masahiko is no exception. But how did he know?

—The exact dates are clear! Could this be made up?!

"What are you trying to say? Are you trying to pin some unfounded accusations on me?" Mitsui Masahiko's face darkened.

“Whether I’m labeling you or not, you know in your heart,” Yang Xiying said meaningfully. “I’m just saying we’re all the same kind of people.”

"Since you can challenge the ring even when you have multiple lovers, it's perfectly reasonable for me to challenge the ring and find myself another wife."

"Who's like you?! Uncle, you can't believe that person's one-sided story. I could never have those lovers! He's framing me!"

Masahiko Mitsui still denied it through gritted teeth.

“From a certain perspective, it’s really impossible for you, Mitsui Masahiko, to have those lovers,” Watari said at this moment, which surprised Mitsui Masahiko.

"—Oh, Mr. Awatari, does this mean you're willing to believe me?"

"No, I was just saying that the reason you couldn't possibly have those lovers is because I've seen those names on the missing persons list."

A-Du shook his head, his expression turning very serious. The frequent disappearances in the Kanto region in recent years had been a major headache for him.

—Because there were no clues at all, but now I'm actually hearing it from Yang Xiying...

"So what's the problem? They're all missing persons, they couldn't possibly have a romantic relationship with me!"

Mitsui Masahiko still didn't sense anything was wrong, but Yang Xiying spoke up at this moment, her tone mocking.

"Is it possible that Mr. Adu means their disappearance is related to you? Should I recount what you did in detail?"

“…!” Mitsui Masahiko’s body trembled involuntarily upon hearing Yang Xiying’s words, and A-Du also spoke at this moment.

"—I haven't heard anything about their connection to you since they became missing persons."

"Slander! You're framing me!" Mitsui Masahiko was furious, while Watari calmly replied, "Whether it's a slander or not can be investigated."

"...and I won't restrict your freedom until the results are in. You can still do what you want now."

"…!" Mitsui Masahiko's face twisted in pain, then he fixed his gaze on Yang Xiying. "You deliberately brought this up to change the subject!"

"—If you have a girlfriend, you're already out of the running!"

"That's not something Mr. Mitsui can decide."

At this moment, someone spoke up, but it was neither Yang Xiying nor Lijia's father. He was too late to say anything.

—Because it was Rika, who was kneeling in the stands, who spoke!

"..." Everyone was surprised, and then they watched as Lijia stood up and walked to Yang Xiying's side.

"The martial arts contest to choose a husband is an event where Pokémon battles determine my ownership, and this all started from the preparation of this event."

"I am already mentally prepared to marry the victor, even if that person already has a partner."

“…But Uncle Fuji said that only unmarried young talents present could participate,” Mitsui Masahiko said, his face full of astonishment.

—Is Rika speaking up for that person?!

“But Mr. Yang is in a free relationship. He is currently only dating the head of the Cerulean Dojo,” Rika said with a smile.

"—So he is rightfully qualified to participate in this competition."

“Lijia…!” Lijia’s father felt a headache coming on. It was as if Yang Xiying would abandon him and come to their family.

—It would sound even worse if this got out!

"...Father, did I say something wrong?" Lijia turned her head and looked at her father with a smile.

"Moreover, most of the gentlemen here have quite a rich romantic history, and you have also taught me that this is normal for men."

"...Nonsense!" Lijia's father instinctively snapped, "You want this ordinary kid to compare himself to all the outstanding young talents here?!"

He did say that, after all, that's how it is in their circle, it's only natural that a strong man is surrounded by many women.

But does Yang Xiying have the resources? Without power or influence, unable to make society function, does winning a few Pokémon battles make her strong?

It turns out his parenting style was too lenient, giving his daughter the opportunity to rebel! And that rebellion even escalated to this point!

"So isn't this martial arts contest a perfect opportunity to prove the abilities of these outstanding young men?" Lijia said with a smile.

"..." Lijia's father remained silent. He really couldn't deny it, because to deny it would be to contradict himself.

And is this girl stepping forward now because she's already in cahoots with Yang Xiying? Is this her purpose in insisting on holding the martial arts contest to find a husband?!

“…If he has this level of skill, then let me see it,” in the end, Lijia’s father could only turn his gaze to Yang Xiying.

Continuing to argue with Lijia will only make outsiders laugh at our family; this girl has become sharp-tongued since her rebellious phase.

She always manages to find a reason to stand out, just like her long-deceased mother...

"Young man, it's quite bold of you to come and participate in my matchmaking event when you already have a girlfriend. I admire that." "Uncle...?!"

As soon as Rika's father opened his mouth, Mitsui Masahiko below showed a look of astonishment. He subconsciously wanted to stop him but was frightened by the cold look in his eyes.

“It’s quite normal for people in our circle to have multiple families, but that makes the requirements for the man even stricter.”

"So it's hard to apply this martial arts contest marriage rule to you now. It's still a bit too easy for you to just defend your position for an hour and win five times in a row."

“I understand that,” Yang Xiying nodded in response. “I do not have any illustrious family background, powerful influence, or endless wealth.”

"But I do have the ability to make my lover happy and be worthy of Miss Lijia. I will demonstrate these abilities at this marriage contest."

"And this is not just because of the few Pokémon battles I won in the martial arts contest to find a husband, because I came here prepared to treat everyone as an enemy who would steal my bride."

"I will not give it to any man until Miss Rika tells me to get out."

Yang Xiying shielded Lijia behind him. Having already found a lover, he no longer approached this as just an ordinary martial arts contest to find a husband.

Because he wants it all, and this will inevitably encounter various obstacles, which he must overcome, and treat everyone as an enemy!

Moreover, this was the answer she gave when she asked Lijia why she had taken the initiative to choose her husband through a martial arts contest.

"...Perhaps it's because I, a young woman, harbor a sliver of hope for a prince charming who would dare to step forward in such a situation."

Yang Xiying will fulfill this fantasy! He's going to steal the woman!

"...So, go ahead and make things difficult for me, Uncle!" As he spoke, several figures appeared beside him at that moment!

These are all Pokémon owned by Yang Xiying. A group of plump and strong creatures standing on a wide stage certainly has an extraordinary presence!

Of course, what's even more impressive is the spiral black hole that appeared behind Yang Xiying, from which a pair of enormous wings emerged!

P.S.: I came up with this urban-style plot in order to add Ami to my harem, but it just didn't feel right no matter how I wrote it, and I got writer's block, so I'm only updating now. I'm really sorry.

P.S.: I'll relax with some dog fries before updating the next chapter. I'm a yo-yo master!

NO.298 I'm taking her away today, and I'd like to see who dares to stop me...

"...What is that?!"

"Is that thing also this person's Pokémon?!"

Watching the bat wings extending from the wide, spiraling black hole behind Yang Xiying, which then transformed into a long, gray-black dragon with a golden carapace.

Everyone was utterly shocked at that moment, because even just half of the thing protruding from the black hole was seven or eight meters high.

They've reached the ceiling, and their appearance and the dark purple aura they exude suggest they're no ordinary person.

"Could that be... Giratina...?!"

No one present recognized the enormous thing behind Yang Xiying, but some people could guess what it was based on its appearance and Yang Xiying herself.

This is Adu, because he knows the ins and outs of the Lavender Town incident, which involves the legendary Pokémon and Yang Xiying's acquaintance.

His name was Giratina. Out of curiosity, he also did some research and eventually found relevant documents and saw a brief portrait of Giratina.

The image depicted the exact same imposing figure that appeared behind Yang Xiying, spreading its wings from the black area...

"..."

Upon hearing A-Du's words, Sakaki's expression became quite interested. He could sense that the black dragon behind Yang Xiying was no ordinary creature.

That was a creature even more powerful and ferocious than the thundercloud beside Yang Xiying, so this was definitely a legendary Pokémon at the god level!

Hey, Yang Xiying, you're giving me more and more surprises...

"Cousin, what is Giratina?" Xiaochun asked instinctively when she heard Adu talking about it, and everyone around her perked up their ears.

“…God,” Adu hesitated for a moment, wondering whether he should say these words, but finally managed to squeeze out a single word through gritted teeth.

That single word is even more awe-inspiring: God. That's a Pokémon on the same level as Zapdos and Thundurus.

—A terrifying existence capable of causing the earth to tremble and the sky to change!

And now it's appearing behind Yang Xiying, seemingly awaiting orders... Is it saying that it's this person's Pokémon?!

—This person has two gods?!

【Wait, Giratina, how did you suddenly appear?】 Yang Xiying saw the reactions of the people around her.

So he understood what the other person meant, and he immediately broke out in a cold sweat. He hadn't called Giratina out!

"I came to support you because I saw you showing off. I think I'm quite authoritative," Giratina replied directly.