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

When faced with Yushina's confusion, Ash greeted her with a bright and sunny smile, warming the girl's heart.

"...After tomorrow's match, I will tell Yukina about my future plans!"

"Okay, but I won't lose to Ash!"

Yushina showed no fear. She met Ash's gaze with unwavering conviction and indomitable fighting spirit, while Ash's pupils reflected Yushina's spirited figure.

"Yes, I'll give it my all in this fight!"

Tomorrow will take our relationship to a new level!

-

the next day!

Commentator: "After a series of fierce battles, the Kanto League Indigo League Conference has finally reached its climax!! Please welcome the two trainers who have advanced to the finals in unparalleled glory! Ash... Yushina!"

Inside the Quartz Stadium, the roar of the crowd rose and fell, the excited atmosphere almost bursting through the sky. Spectators waved their flags and posters, shouting the names of their favorite players, the shouts growing louder and louder.

In this lively and bustling setting, Ash and Yushina walked toward the battle stage.

Ash and Yushina.

The eye contact between the two was only brief, but in that moment, they seemed to have communicated a great deal in silence.

"It's finally about to begin!"

Who will win this battle?

Whom do you support?

"...Hey, even champions from other regions have come?"

Today, several Elite-level and Champion-level trainers are present at the venue.

Under the watchful eyes of countless people...

Quartz Convention, Finals Begin!

1049 The Final Battle! Ash vs. Yushina!!

"Now we begin the battle between Ash and his teammate Cinna. You may use 6 Pokémon, and you are free to switch Pokémon. The battle ends when all of one side's Pokémon are unable to battle!"

"Both sides, please present your Pokémon!"

Ash and Yushina stood on this stage, which was completely different from Wind City. The surrounding atmosphere was more lively and noisy than ever before, and this boiling atmosphere made them feel a strange sense of emotion.

To step onto this stage, I went through countless challenges and trials. The hardships and efforts I endured during those days are too numerous to be measured in numbers.

They grew stronger and stronger, and finally met in this grandest competition.

This is not the end of a journey, but a brand new beginning. Even without the glory of the Quartz Conference, we will surely meet again on the World Championship stage in the future.

But no one needs to lose. Now that we're all here, there's only one thing that matters most.

That's winning!

"Zhibao~ Zhibao~! Go, go!"

The voices of Zhibao's fan club could be heard from the stage, but unfortunately, neither of them paid any attention to them.

Rather, it's more accurate to say that Yushina's fighting spirit has intensified.

After she becomes the winner, she's determined to wipe out this Ash fan club and bring Ash back to her!

Looking at the sunlit boy ahead, Yuukina subconsciously clenched her hands.

Memories of the past reverberated in her mind. She could never forget the moment she first saw Ash battling Giovanni in the live stream. When she met Ash in Wind City, Yuki's gaze was forever fixed on him.

Always full of energy, leading everyone, giving it your all while remaining optimistic, and never giving up until the very last moment.

For the sake of their Pokémon companions, the Pokémon responds in return, and the two merge to create new power.

Ash... He's always dazzling, no matter when you look at him.

So I want to surpass Ash, surpass him!

Yushina gripped the Poké Ball tightly in her hand, her mind already made up.

I have always believed in you, and thank you for being there for me!

Let's all win together!

Meanwhile, Ash also took out his Poké Ball, radiating an unimaginable aura.

He has been waiting for this day for a long time!

"Gengar, I choose you!"

"Aegislash! Give me everything!"

“gengengenga~~!”

“giru~!”

Ash and Yushina simultaneously extended their hands, their Poké Balls gleaming brightly in their palms.

With unwavering gazes, the two called out in unison, and the Poké Balls responded, releasing Gengar and Aegislash one after another, their figures floating and moving in mid-air.

"Shielded Swordsman, Shadow Sneak Attack!"

"Girl!!" Aegislash's body gleamed with a dark light, and with a deep roar, it accelerated and charged towards Gengar.

"Shadow ball!"

"Gengengenga~~!" Gengar calmly waved its two little hands. They waved rapidly and continuously, accompanied by the creation of countless small Shadow Balls, which spun and gathered in the air before bursting out, forming a dense attack net.

Shua la——!

The Shielded Swordsman's incredibly sharp blade drew streaks of light through the air as it precisely sliced ​​through one Shadow Orb after another.

These shadow orbs shattered into pieces under the blade's cut, turning into specks of dark energy that dissipated into the air.

"Back off quickly! Keep your distance!"

"Genga!"

Gengar quickly retreated, leaving blurry trails in the air as it used its speed to create distance between itself and its opponent.

"Don't let it get away, charge!"

"Gira!!"

However, Aegislash had anticipated Gengar's move. The instant Gengar retreated, it charged forward at incredible speed. Its blade gleamed coldly as it charged, swiftly slicing through the Shadow Balls Gengar released as soon as it got close.

Every contact between the blade and the shadow orb generates a large amount of smoke. This smoke spreads through the air, forming a hazy cloud that obscures the viewer's vision.

"Aegislash, come out now!"

“giru~~~!”

As Yushina spoke, the Aegislash burst forth from the thick smoke.

"Right there, use your shadow attack!"

Yushina stared intently at the smoke, her sharp gaze focused on the area within it where the most significant changes occurred. A shadow flickered in and out of sight within the smoke, and Yushina immediately aimed in that direction.

"Giru!!" The Aegislash was once again surrounded by a dark energy field and charged forward with swift and powerful movements.

However, just as the Aegislash charged in, it let out a painful wail and was forced to be blasted out.

“giru~~~”

Immediately afterwards, the entire body of the Aegislash suddenly burst into flames, and its body writhed in agony in the flames, turning into a burned state.

"This is... a will-o'-the-wisp?!"

At that moment, Yukina's eyes widened as she realized what was going on.

Aegislash is a Pokémon that excels at physical attacks, and if it gets burned, its offensive capabilities will be weakened.

Commentator: "The will-o'-the-wisps that erupted from the smoke successfully burned the Aegislash, weakening its attack power!"

"That's right, the moment the smoke burst out, I had Gengar use Will-O-Wisp to distract you!"

Without even giving Yushi a moment's notice, Ash waved his hand forward and gave the command.

"Geng Gui, misfortunes never come alone!"

"Genga!" Gengar's eyes suddenly emitted a purplish-red light, which converged above its head, gradually forming a transparent eyeball shape. Once formed, it began to release multiple deep blue beams of light towards its opponent, radiating an intense light that was impossible to look directly at.

"King's Shield!"

King's Shield: While blocking the opponent's attack, you enter a defensive stance. Greatly reduces the attack power of opponents you come into contact with.

At the same time, the Aegislash swiftly spun in its sword form, its movements fluid and precise, instantly switching to its shield form. Numerous light blue hexagonal patterns began to appear before it, rapidly assembling to form a massive barrier.

boom--!

Deep blue beams of light struck the light blue hexagonal barrier one after another, each impact accompanied by a piercing sound and the shattering of the beam.

However, these beams did not cause any damage to the Shielded Swordsman; they dissipated instantly upon contact with the barrier.

Continuing to use ordinary shadow attacks is useless; it will only result in being attacked by will-o'-the-wisps like before.

In other words... the battle must be decided by speed, giving Gengar no chance to attack!

Yukina gazed at the battle ahead, having already devised a strategy in her mind.

1050 Rival Showdown! The Burning Fire-Breathing Dragon!

"Since our attack power has been weakened, let's overwhelm them with speed! Aegislash, lighten your body and use Shadow Sneak Attack!"

"Giru!" The entire body of the Aegislash was suddenly enveloped in a layer of silver light, covering every corner of it.

Then it drew its sword again, this time with even faster and more swift movements.

Shua la——!

With an aberrant speed like a shadow, Aegislash swiftly caught up with Gengar as if it had teleported.

"Genga?!" Gengar had almost no chance to dodge and was directly hit by the blade, blasted into the distant sky.

"Gengar, quickly keep your distance from Aegislash!" "Genga~~!"

"Don't let it get away, charge forward... Hmm? The Aegislash has slowed down."

Currently, the speed of the Aegislash is visibly slowing down, which makes Yushina realize that something is wrong.

Suddenly, the Aegislash felt an unusual chill. This chill seemed to converge from all directions, causing the Aegislash to slow down involuntarily.

Its speed decreased, which affected its previously continuous offensive.

"Frozen Wind!"

Gengar continuously released cold air, slowing down the Aegislash that was chasing it.

“genga~~”

"Just charge straight there!"

"Giri~" Quickly adjusting its state, Aegislash accelerated again, charging towards Gengar at an astonishing speed. The blade struck Gengar's abdomen without any obstruction.

Just when the Aegislash thought it had succeeded, its body suddenly shuddered.

An indescribable sense of crisis made it feel uneasy instantly.

鏉ヤ 钖楋纻

Upon seeing this, Xiao Zhi revealed a malicious smile.

Gengar's Cursed Body ability has been successfully activated!

The shadow attack of the Shielded Sword Monster has been sealed!

"Gengar, unleash your double whammy!"

"Sword monster with a strong shield, we share the same fate!"

"Gengengenga~~!" After a brief adjustment, Gengar's eyes once again emitted a purplish-red light, and the eye-shaped structure on its head began to rotate rapidly, before bursting out several dazzling beams of light.

The beam of light, like a laser, struck the Shielded Sword Monster directly, instantly causing a powerful bombardment effect on its body.

boom--!