What is a heavy girl? I want to be a Pokémon master!

Just as Water Pulse approached Litten, Litten suddenly unleashed its Charged Flame Strike, bursting into flames as it charged rapidly toward Froakie.

When the two skills clashed at close range, Water Pulse and Charged Flame Strike collided, instantly unleashing a massive burst of water vapor. The entire battlefield was filled with a sweltering heat and the vapor filling the air, creating a spectacular and dazzling scene.

"Holy crap, are these two really students?"

"These two Pokémon aren't even fully evolved, yet they're producing such a powerful effect?!"

"My Pokémon will do too."

"look at yours."

The battle between the two attracted many viewers, but Ash and Lena only had eyes for each other.

"Ha~ha~"

As the steam gradually dissipated, both Froakie and Hot Cat remained motionless, panting heavily and showing signs of exhaustion.

Judging from Froakie's reaction, Ash could tell that the Quick Attack he used to escape had consumed too much of its stamina. Although it didn't cause any actual damage, the level difference meant that Froakie probably couldn't withstand the next attack.

That is to say...

The next move will determine the outcome!

"Hot Cat, Charge Flame Strike!"

"Froakie, jump back one step, then use Water Pulse!"

The fiery cat charged forward again with its charged flame attack, even faster than before. After using this move, the speed increased by 1, and its whole body burst into flames. The scorching attack filled the entire battlefield with high temperature and the aura of fire.

As the flames approached, the Froakie jumped back to maintain a safe distance. Then, it quickly unleashed Water Pulse, condensing a turbulent water ball.

"Meow?"

Hot Cat charged straight at the frog, but at the last moment, it stepped on the Froggy Frog's foam again, and its body slipped slightly.

At this moment, Froakie seized the opportunity and launched Water Pulse, which struck in front of Hot Cat.

The flames were extinguished in the water, and the Hot Cat was thrown backward by the impact.

"Meow..."

In the end, Hot Cat collapsed from exhaustion, ending the battle.

"Hot Cat is unable to fight, Froakie wins, and the ultimate victor is this boy wearing a hat!"

At this moment, the audience raised their flags, declaring Ash the winner.

"Great job, Froggy Frog! You did a fantastic job!"

"kero~kero~"

Ash rushed over and picked up Froakie, a bright smile spreading across his face.

While Ash was trying to get Lena to focus on Froakie, he had already surveyed the terrain and used Froakie's characteristic of bubbles to win the game.

However, if he were discovered, he would lose his only chance of victory.

Of course, the result is good.

“I lost…” Kaoru was slightly stunned, but she quickly rallied, picked up the Poké Ball, and recalled her Fiery Cat.

"Lena, can you join our team?"

After enjoying the feeling of victory, Ash walked up to Yoru and brought up the matter.

The team's performance is the most important thing, especially since Ai Yin might not have met her performance target yet.

"Hmm, an interesting man~ Buy me another matcha parfait~"

"no problem!"

Xiaozhi and Yaoluna's rather natural interaction gradually made Suze, who was watching, feel uncomfortable.

"Who is that girl? Xiao Aiyin, do you know her?"

Su Shi stared intently at the two of them with a dark and heavy gaze, and quickly asked Ai Yin, who was standing next to him.

"Huh? I don't know... Su Shi, what's wrong?"

"fine..."

She just wanted to fight back because her boyfriend was stolen!

14. Muto, head of Yuhong Martial Arts School

"Satisfied~ Ash~ Bye-bye~"

"Well, see you tomorrow."

After enjoying the exquisite matcha parfait, Lena patted her round belly contentedly, a happy smile spreading across her face. She waved goodbye to Satoshi and left the cozy place with a light heart.

The two had already exchanged contact information, so Ash didn't ask Lena to sign the team list. After all, he couldn't expect Lena to not reply on the messaging app and then trick him into eating two matcha parfaits.

[Host, host, I suspect that woman is just trying to scam you out of money.]

"I don't think there's a problem. We already had a heart-to-heart talk during the Pokémon battle just now, so it's fine. Lena would never lie to me."

Ash had unwavering faith in Yūna; he believed that without Pokémon battles, one could not build a true bond with an opponent.

As for the reason, I believe no reason is needed!

The key is Incineroar. If he can build a good relationship with Yoro, he can find out where to catch Incineroar. It's the number one Pokémon in the universe, and he wants to have one too.

Moreover, for some reason, Little Intelligence sensed that Lena was going easy on him. In the previous battle, she clearly didn't use her full strength. For example, she could have used Shadow Claw, but she used Charged Flame Strike instead.

Although he went easy on Ash to some extent by using Froakie, a baby Pokémon, it was only because Ash wanted to train Froakie.

Because of yesterday's battle, he already knew that Raichu was powerful enough. Therefore, for the sake of the high school league, he should try his best to raise the level of each Pokémon and maintain a certain balance.

Why did Lena release the water?

Xiao Zhi was completely baffled and could not find an answer.

[Host, if you want a Roaring Tiger, isn't it simple?]

"Do you have some secret plan?"

Why not just let Raichu and Litten lay an egg? (o?o)??

"...I don't think that will work. At least Raichu's consent is needed."

Ash broke out in a cold sweat; he realized that Freya was really unreliable.

The other person is right. Putting gender aside, Raichu and Litten are both land-type animals, so they can definitely lay eggs.

But what kind of hellish joke is it that mice and cats lay eggs?

It's likely that the two Pokémon will start fighting as soon as they meet.

"Never mind, I'll go back first. Anyway, I've already met my sales target."

After saying that, Ash turned around, preparing to go and meet up with Aine.

"Xiaozhi~"

“Aine?...And Sue.”

As soon as he took a step, Xiaozhi saw Aine waving and also noticed Suze next to Aine.

I don't know why, but I always feel like I run into Su Shi. Even though this training ground is quite big, I often run into her even inside the school.

[Host, in my opinion, that bitch...that woman definitely likes you and is secretly stalking you.]

Impossible, absolutely impossible, Frico, don't look down on others like that again. Suze definitely sought me out specifically to battle my Pokémon.

[…Ash is such an idiot.]

While the two were talking, Aine and Suze quietly approached.

So Ash didn't continue talking to Friko.

What is the relationship between the two of you?

Upon meeting, Su Shi raised her head, her intense gaze fixed on him.

The question, which sounded like an interrogation from a girlfriend, sent a chill down Aine's spine. She suddenly realized what kind of feelings Suze had for Xiaozhi.

It was as if Su Shi had used a dark gaze, putting Xiao Zhi in a state where he could not escape.

Is it legal for a trainer to use Black Gaze? Oh~ so I can use Roar too~

"We just met. If we win, Lenai will join our team, so we'll have a Pokémon battle."

Xiao Zhi didn't pay much attention and told the other party the truth.

"Oh, that's great~" Upon receiving the answer, Su Shi's expression softened, revealing a gentle smile, which made Aine want to retort.

Su Shi, why is your face-changing skill so amazing?!

Why do you make no attempt to hide your feelings?!

Could it be because the other party is a sympathetic person?

After some time, Ash learned that Souyo had joined the team and understood what had happened between the two.

"The team is basically assembled, let's go check out the gym first."

Now that the team members were basically finalized, Aine suggested visiting the Yuhong Dojo.

Ash and Sou had no objections. However, when they arrived at the Rainbow Gym, Sou told them a lot about the Rainbow Gym.

Rainbow Gym: The official gym of the Kanto region, specializing in Grass-type Pokémon. Its gym leader is Nanami Mori. Trainers who successfully challenge it will receive the Rainbow Badge.

The former gym leader, Rika, temporarily handed over the gym to actress Minami Mori because she was focused on her work at the perfume shop. However, Minami Mori has recently been too busy with work and has passed the job on to her daughter, Mutsumi Wakaba.

This has led to many Pokémon trainers coming to challenge him recently, since how could a mere student possibly lose?

Left with no other choice, Sose helped her friend Wakaba Mutsumi come up with an idea.

"Beat the challengers mercilessly and have them battle openly, and fewer trainers will come to us."

"I see. So gym leaders are such casual people?"

Su Shi explained the knowledge of Yu Hong Dojo, leaving Ai Yin speechless.

Ash didn't care at all. Although the fusion of reality and the Pokémon world confused him, he still couldn't help but feel a little puzzled when he heard the name Rainbow City Gym.

"Should I wear women's clothing to go in?"

Recalling how Ash was banned from entering the Rainbow City Gym after criticizing perfume, and had to sneak in by dressing as a woman, he couldn't help but wonder if he needed a similar strategy.

As for what Souji said about the Gym Leaders not being proactive, Ash had already experienced that in the Padilla region.

In the Padiya region, most gym leaders focus on their own interests rather than their gyms, except for one particular office worker!

A certain corporate slave gym leader named Aoki not only has to be a gym leader but also has to work as one of the Elite Four. Due to long-term fatigue, his voice is always weak and listless. His signature move is the corporate slave's special move 'endure', which is just too absurd.

It is evident how mentally taxing it is to serve as the museum's owner.

Especially now that there are more trainers, and high school leagues have been established, the purpose is naturally to protect gym leaders.

Otherwise, with dozens of challengers coming every day, who could handle that?

Even the defending team might not be able to withstand it!

"No way, there are already 10 trainers, and none of them have won against the opponent yet?"

"Hey, isn't Ruoye Mutsu too strong? Let's give up for now."

"Hmm... this isn't the level of skill you'd expect from a gym badge battle..."

Upon entering the arena, most of the seats were already occupied, leaving Ash and Souyo to stand and watch Wakaba Mutsu's match. Judging from the whispers in the audience, it was clear that Wakaba Mutsu hadn't lost a single match since school, serving as a deterrent.

Generally speaking, the gym leader would adjust the strength based on the badge, but Ruo Ye Mu did not have that idea.

Interesting. Let me see the strength of a gym leader going all out.

Ash's fighting spirit was ignited, and in his line of sight, a black-haired girl gradually approached Wakaba Mutsu.

"How about we duel?"

"you are?"

Ruoye Mu asked the other party calmly.

"Hachiman Seabell, an elite trainer. As for the gym badge, there are currently 5, and you are the 6th."

A girl named Hachiman Kairin confidently took a Poké Ball out of her pocket.