David: (?へ?╬)
Julian : (〃▽〃)
David was disgusted by Julian's sleazy operation just now as he never thought that he would take Riolu back.
If Nidoking had hit Riolu just now, he will definitely lose his combat effectiveness. Then Julian's Metang will face his three Pokémon.
However, his anger was not over yet. His Arbok ate a Take Down and a Bullet Punch from Metang and was already lying on the ground unable to move.
"Come out Riolu"
Julian released Riolu again.
And gave David a smug look, 'see the battle situation has been reversed now'
'Now it's two-on-two.'
"Muk use smog" David roared.
Although he was angry, he didn't lose his cool and found that Tailwind happened to be on his side at this time.
Lilac smoke spewed out of Muk's mouth.
Julian immediately took out a move disc and threw it to Metang, who pressed the disc on his forehead.
The benefits of high-qualified Pokémon are reflected here. Metang immediately learned the move in the move disc. If it was replaced with green qualifications, 80% of them won't be able to in one try.
"a**hole, you are making a foul again."
David's eyes were bloodshot and it looked like they were about to explode.
Just as the Smoke came over, Julian said, "Use Icy Wind"
Although he just learned it, and the proficiency was not very high but he didn't have problem using it.
Icy Wind blew the smoke back and also carried the power of frost, Muk's body was instantly frozen.
Although the smoke was blown away, it did not disappear. Because of Icy Wind, David accidentally inhaled some smoke and at the same time, Icy Wind made the temperature around him plummet.
"Nidoking, Fire Punch"
David hurriedly took out the antidote and ate it. As a poison trainer, the most medicine he carried was the antidote.
"First solve Muk, Riolu Metal Claw, Metang Zen Headbutt" Julian said.
Most of Muk's body was frozen and he couldn't move at all. Metang and Riolu's attacks hit him one after another.
And Nidoking's Fire Punch also hit Metang at this moment.
The fire types have twice the damage to steel types and Nidoking's level was higher than that of Metang.
'Even if this blow does not bring down Metang, it is enough to hit it hard. How will the weak Riolu block his Nidoking at that time.' David thought.
But when he looked at Metang, his eyes were about to pop out.
He saw that Metang, who took Nidoking's Fire Punch, didn't fall down but just took a few steps back. There was a slightly darker fist mark on his silver-white body. Other than that, it didn't seem to be any different.
"I don't believe it, Nidoking continues to use Fire Punch" David shouted in disbelief.
"Metang Bullet Punch"
"Riolu Quick Attack"
The Bullet Punch collided with the Fire Punch and the sparks suddenly splashed. As Nidoking retreated, the remaining force of the Bullet Punch hit Nidoking's cheek.
At this time, Riolu's Quick Attack has arrived but with a turn by Riolu, Quick Attack did not hit Nidoking but went behind it.
"Damn b*****d"
When David saw this, he knew that Riolu was coming towards him. He knew that if he didn't escape, he would have no chance of survival. He took out a dagger from his pocket and stabbed it fiercely in the direction of Riolu.
The expression on his face, Normal people will be intimidated if they see him.
It's a pity that no matter how powerful humans are, they are the weaker side in the face of Pokémon.
David's movements were so slow in Riolu's eyes, he hit the dagger and then punched him in the stomach, the latter's body immediately turned into shrimp and with a mouthful of blood Spit up, his body fell to the ground.
Seeing that his trainer was attacked, Nidoking wanted to protect him but how could Metang let it happen? With a single move of Steel Beam, Nidoking was completely knocked to the ground.
Now David's three Pokémon have lost their ability to fight- -fainted and even he himself couldn't get up from the ground because of the severe pain.
Julian walked in front of him as David looked up at him.
"please ..."
Because of the severe pain in his stomach, he couldn't utter a complete sentence at all but the pleading eyes made Julian very clear of what he was going to say.
"Metang, Bullet Punch" Julian said coldly.
As a silver light fell, David couldn't have died any sooner.
For Pokémon Julian, can hold back but for humans who want to kill him, he will Payback.
When David wanted to kill him, his ending was already doomed.
Looking at David's body, Julian miraculously found that he didn't feel any discomfort for his first kill.
"Ding"
"Complete Hidden Mission: First Kill"
"Quest Reward: One Dratini Egg, Mewtwo FragmentsX5, 2000 Points"
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For the time being, he ignored the system's prompts and started searching the corpse.
The other party wanted to kill him because of his Pokémon and the treasures. Now that he was killed, the good things on David's body naturally belonged to him.
Fire Stone, Water Stone, some potions, a few rough move discs and three bank cards were all David had.
"This poor b*****d"
Julian looked at David's corpse with contempt. He probably wouldn't even glance at these things when they were thrown on the ground.
David:???
He took away the Fire Stone and Water Stone and for other things Julian threw them on the ground. The rough move discs were of very poor quality. Even if Metang used them, he might not be able to learn the moves. As for the bank card, he didn't even know the code, even more useless.
Throwing these useless things, also smashing Nidoking, Muk and Arbok's Poké Balls.
In this way, they are not bound and at their level, they will live very well in this secret realm.
Of course, Julian can also sell them on the black market. Three Advanced-level Pokémon can be sold for 20 to 30 million.
The most valuable thing on David's body is not the Fire Stone and the Water Stone but his three Pokémon, which can sell for 20 to 30 million on the black market and the real price for cultivating them will not be less than 80 million.
It's a pity that this guy wanted to take a short cut and it may not be the first time he has done it. After all, the opponent's sneak attack method was very skilled.
"Let's go out"
After this incident, Julian was no longer in the mood to stay in the secret realm and it was too late. If he didn't go home, his parents would be anxious.
As for David's body, he didn't mean to deal with it, the Pokémon in the secret realm will take care of it.
Chase, a student in the ordinary Trainer class at Class 3 Lake City No. 1 Middle School, cradled her starter Pokémon, Shellder, in her arms, surveying the scene with growing alarm.
Shellder let out a faint, pained whimper.
"Don't worry, Shellder," Chase reassured, "we just need to find a Water Stone, and it will surely help you recover."
As she looked down at Shellder, Chase's panic began to fade, replaced by determination. She pulled out the same secret guidebook that Julian had and headed toward the lake's location.
Water Stones and their fragments can occasionally be discovered in the lakes of the No. 1 secret realm, and those lucky enough might even stumble upon a complete Water Stone.
An ordinary Water Stone is valued at over one million, while a top-quality one can fetch more than ten million.
Currently, Shellder's health was poor, not due to an injury, but because of the overwhelming ice energy coursing through its body.
This energy, although potent, was unmanageable for Shellder and was slowly eroding its physical body.
A Pokémon doctor had diagnosed that the only truly effective way to save Shellder was to evolve it into Cloyster.
While Shellder is a water-type Pokémon, Cloyster is a dual water and ice-type.
Once it evolves into Cloyster, the intense ice energy in its body will be controlled.
After Chase's family purchased Shellder, they could no longer afford a Water Stone, and without it, Shellder's life was in jeopardy.
To save her Pokémon, Chase decided to keep this a secret from her parents, even stealing from their retirement fund to buy tickets to the No. 1 Secret Realm.
In this challenging situation, she found herself in possession of a gravely ill Pokémon and felt completely at a loss.
Pokémon: Shellder (Water)
Level: 18
Qualification: Green
Ability: Shell Armor
Props: None
Gender: Female
Moves: Tackle, Water Gun, Withdraw, Leer, Whirlpool
Move CD: None
Genetic Move: Water Pulse
Note: This Pokémon has a significant amount of ice energy; if it doesn't evolve in three days, it will perish.
Julian, who had come to the exit of the secret realm, happened to see Chase with a distressed expression. Looking at Shellder, who was half-dead in her arms, he subconsciously glanced at it with his probing eyes.
Startled, Chase who had been gathering her courage to venture toward the secret lake when she unexpectedly spotted Julian emerging from the bushes with Metang and Riolu trailing behind him, causing her to scream in fright.
"whaaa~~"
Julian "(￣◇￣;)"
'Did she come here to feed herself to the pokemon.'
"whaaa...."
'The lung capacity is quite large, she has not stopped even after more than ten seconds.'
"Stop!"
Julian walked in front of her and made a closing gesture with his palm, Miraculously the latter's voice actually stopped.
"Stop screaming, my ears are going to become deaf"
She looked at him up and down, 'he looks really good, the type of beasts who like to be violent.'
Seemingly frightened by Julian's gaze, when Chase was about to continue screaming, Julian threatened: "If you scream again, I will throw you to the Beedrill swarm and let them eat you"
Chase quickly covered her mouth.
Meanwhile, Shellder fixed an angry gaze on Julian, prepared to defend its trainer despite its own frail state.
If Julian really did something dangerous to its trainer, it would protect her even if she died.
"What are you doing in the secret realm? Aren't you afraid of death?"
Julian questioned, with concern, even though he had his suspicions.
"I'm here to find a Water Stone to heal Shellder,"
Chase admitted meekly.
"Here, you need this," Julian said as he handed her a Water Stone he had obtained.
"Get out of here as soon as you can; this secret realm isn't a place for you."
Julian handed the Water Stone he took out of David's body to the other party but girl seemed to be a little confused by Julian's actions and didn't take it, so Julian stuffed the Water Stone into her pocket.
This particular Water Stone was of high quality, enough to not only allow Shellder to evolve but also to enhance its qualifications from green to cyan.
Walker - Steven - Stone is online.
Steven gave Mega Evolution Stone and he gave Water Stone.
Julian couldn't help but admire Chase's determination to endanger herself for the sake of her Pokémon.
He felt a sense of kinship; the ancients believed that those who demonstrated filial devotion would not commit great wrongs, and the same applied to trainers who genuinely cared for their Pokémon.
Chance had brought him a Water Stone just when he encountered someone in dire need.
And he knew if he hadn't intervened, Chase would likely have struggled to escape the secret realm alive.
"No need to thank me. I'm um- Steven, goodbye,"
Julian said before stepping through the exit of the No. 1 Secret Realm.
Chase stared at the Water Stone she held and watched where Julian had disappeared, her features a mix of wonder and disbelief.
"Wait, his name was Steven? I thought it was Julian. Is Steven a nickname?"
she murmured to herself, reflecting on how, until now, Julian had been quiet and unassuming at school.
But since his starter Pokémon beldum and his family background was revealed, he immediately became the most famous person in school.
Although Chase was from a different class and didn't know him well, she certainly recognized him.
Pokémon: Dratini (Dragon)
Level: 0
Qualification: Purple
Ability: Shed Skin
Props: None
Gender: Male
Moves: Wrap, Leer
CD Moves: None
Genetic Moves: Extreme Speed, Dragon Breath, Dragon Dance, Outrage
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As Julian examined the details about Dratini's egg, he couldn't help but feel an overwhelming desire to express his excitement; the system was truly remarkable, and the products it generated had to be extraordinary.
A Dratini with champion qualifications, featuring the exceptionally rare genetic move of Extreme Speed, caught his attention.
If it were to evolve into a powerful Dragonite, utilizing the Extreme Speed move, its agility would certainly set it apart from nearly all other Pokémon.
"If I said I picked up this Pokémon egg on the side of the road, would my parents believe it?"
Looking at the Pokémon egg, Julian suddenly thought of a question, how to explain the origin of the egg to his parents.
While it might be easy to say he got a regular Pokémon egg from a breeder, this was a Pseudo-legendary egg, and no breeders in Lake City sold such rare items.
In the past, Julian lived on campus for the first and second year of high school so there was no need to go home.
But now in the third year, He choose to be a day student, because he was already a trainer. He received school education during the day and continued to study with his father at night.
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"So you found this in a Secret Realm"
Jake looked at Julian with an expression like you're kidding me.
This secret realm has existed for more than 30 years and there has never been a dragon-type Pokémon inside, let alone a Dratini's egg.
Julian recognized that he needed a better excuse but,
If Jake knew that Julian originally wanted to say that this Pokémon egg was picked up on the side of the road, he would definitely not think that this excuse was a bad one.
However, Jake decided not to press further; it was common for teens to keep secrets as they grew older.
As a parent, all he could do was support his son and hope he stayed on the right path.
Four months flew by, and suddenly it was the second half of senior year. On the first day back at school, the head teacher, Sam Nott, delivered some significant news.
"The Yale Province High School League is about to begin," he announced.
"Everyone should know about this competition. The school will select five students to represent us. Those who excel in the league will receive early acceptance from universities in Drakoria."
He continued, "If you win the Yale Provincial High School League, you'll find yourself in high demand from the top universities in Drakoria, including Shuimu, Imperial Capital, Qing, and Modu."
This prestigious high school league occurs annually, with similar competitions hosted in other provinces, all taking place during the second half of senior year.
While the timing may vary slightly across provinces, the overall schedule remains consistent.
Achieving a top-three finish in the provincial league grants access to the elite universities in the country, with provisions for early acceptance into their programs.
Every year, the champions from each provincial league are guaranteed early entrance into these top institutions.
The high school leagues represent the initial experience for many trainers from various schools, with the top priority being to secure a spot on the roster.
Every school, regardless of its size or status as a provincial or national key institution, has just three allotted spots.
This limitation sometimes leads students from stronger schools to transfer to weaker ones for a better chance at participation.
"There are five places available," Sam announced. "To register, you must have three Pokémon. Those interested should sign up by next Monday."
Only trainers with three Pokémon can register for the league. Even if a trainer possesses an Elite Pokémon, they are ineligible if they only have one.
"Ding."
"Main quest: Participate in the silver-white high school league and achieve a ranking."
"Reward: Based on your ranking."
"Note: There are no rewards for finishes outside the top ten."
As expected, a task would arise from such a situation.
Common tasks include daily, random, and hidden objectives, but the main quest has appeared only once before.
This marks the second occurrence. Main quests are rare but offer valuable rewards; the first one bestowed the power of Aura.
This time, the reward structure hinges on ranking—better placements promise greater rewards.
"Julian, are you planning to sign up?" Will asked.
Julian had already gathered three Pokémon last semester.
He nodded; even without the quest, he intended to enter the league.
"This year, the Silver Trainer Association has increased rewards for the top three compared to previous leagues," Sam continued.
"The third-place winner will receive a green qualification Pokémon egg along with a resource package worth 20 million."
"The runner-up will get a green-qualified dragon-type Pokémon egg and 50 million in resources."
"And the champion will be awarded a cyan qualification Pokémon egg, a ticket to any advanced secret realm in the silver-white province, and a resource exchange valued at 80 million."
Such enticing rewards have sparked excitement not just among students but even the head teacher, Sam Nott, who, due to his role, cannot participate.
During his own schooling, he too had competed in the silver-white high school league but didn't even break into the top 100, hence missing out on any rewards.
"Don't get greedy; top 100 is good enough," he advised.
"Not greedy at all," Julian replied confidently. "I just want to make it into the top three."
"That's a bit greedy, don't you think? Focus on securing top 10 spots first," Sam suggested.
These words ignited a competitive spirit among many elite class students, who envisioned themselves making a name for themselves in the high school league—A scene reminiscent of the greats from the silver and white provinces, fiercely sought after by the finest colleges.
Lake No. 1 Middle School is recognized as a national key high school, but it has only five available spots, of which one has already been filled.
Many of Julian's classmates, who had signed up for the competition, felt a sense of helplessness in the face of his exceptional talent.
Sharing a class with such a formidable competitor was a significant burden for them. Throughout the first semester, they would face weekly intra-class contests, but no one was able to defeat Julian's Pokémon, not even with a serious effort.
All fifteen students from the elite class applied, excluding the two regular classes.
"Han also registered, so I doubt I have a chance," Will lamented.
If Julian was assured of his first-place spot, then Han's position at second was equally secure, leaving any hope for third, fourth, or fifth place up for grabs.
Will had managed to secure a top-six finish in the class once, but he struggled against Han, a water trainer with superior tactical skills and a well-established background from a prominent local water family in Lake City. He knew he couldn't beat Han—at least not at this moment.
"It's good you know," Julian replied flatly.
Without a stroke of luck, Will would likely miss out on even fifth place.
"Can't you say something uplifting?" Will shot a glare at Julian, upset that instead of offering comfort, Julian was being blunt.
"I'm just stating facts. Instead of dwelling on unrealistic hopes, why not focus on the tasks you can tackle during your days off?"
Will's financial situation prevented him from properly caring for his three Pokémon, so he often picked up local tasks through the Drakoria Trainer APP to make ends meet.
The pay from these quests was just enough to sustain his Pokémon.
"I'm planning to take on the task of catching Onix in the No. 1 Secret Realm. Completing it would exempt me from needing to take on more tasks for half a year," he shared.
As members of the elite class, Sam had previously taken them to the No. 1 Secret Realm, and the school covered their ticket expenses, making Will somewhat familiar with the area.
"You have money for tickets?" Julian questioned.
"Yes, as long as I finish the job, the tickets will be reimbursed," Will replied.
"Just be careful, especially around the people in the secret realm," Julian cautioned.
"Don't worry; my Charmeleon is very strong. If I complete this task, third place might be mine," Will said confidently.
"As long as you're happy," Julian replied, his tone indifferent.
He chose not to offer to join Will, realizing that while they were friends, he didn't wish to take on the role of a caretaker.
Will understood that Julian came from a wealthy family and that he could easily ask Julian for a loan or to accompany him into the secret realm, but he opted to go alone.
The journey of a trainer could be traveled together, but the path to the top was fraught with challenges and often difficult to navigate—even more so in pairs.
"Buy a bottle of Max Repel; it should come in handy," Julian suggested, knowing that Max Repel could help ward off lower-level Pokémon.
To reach the rocky area where Onix resided, Will needed to traverse the forest first, which was home to about seventy to eighty percent of the Pokémon in the first secret realm, including that Beedrill above level forty.
The annual Yale Provincial High School League is set to kick off, capturing significant media attention lately. Naturally, colleges and universities with championship titles have become the focus of various media interviews.
The league begins with team competitions, followed by individual contests once the top three schools are established.
In the team events, strong teammates can sometimes help less skilled players secure victories,
but the individual competition truly tests personal abilities, garnering more public interest.
On Monday, Lake Middle School conducted a trial to select five main contenders and three additional candidates.
Among the elite class, all fifteen students registered for the competition, while two regular classes, totaling fifty students, saw only twenty participants sign up.
It's not that the elite class exudes overconfidence; rather, the high school league requires a minimum of three Pokémon to compete.
Elite class students are fully equipped, whereas most from the regular classes possess only two Pokémon.
With thirty-five participants in total between the two regular classes, Julian, despite being the clear favorite, must still navigate the selection process to secure a main contender position.
The competition rules are straightforward: head teacher Sam designates five main contenders, and anyone wishing to challenge them must take the initiative.
If a challenger wins in a one-on-one match, they take over the main spot.
However, once a main contender, they can be challenged by others, with a maximum of seven challenges allowable.
Julian(Steel), along with Will (Fire), Han (Water), Zosh (Ground), and Shen (Fighting), were selected for the main lineup, surprising Julian when Will was also included, albeit temporarily.
The five would soon face a wave of challenges from thirty contenders.
Winning would secure their main positions, while losing would demote them to challengers.
Among the group, Will was seen as the most vulnerable target right from the start.
But in a stunning turn of events, his Charmeleon evolved into Charizard, allowing him to defeat three challengers in a row with the help of his new Pokémon.
However, Charizard took significant damage in the process, and if further challenged, Will might have to rely on Pidgeotto or Camerupt for the next four matches.
Fortunately, Will's impressive display seemed to deter future challengers, who opted to go after the other three main contenders instead.
The reason was clear: no one dared to challenge Julian.
The elite class students understood that Julian's skill set was unmatched, and to challenge him would only risk embarrassment and damage their confidence.
Yet, a few brave souls remained undeterred.
Notably, someone from the regular class stepped forward to challenge Julian directly.
"I'm afraid this guy hasn't woken up yet."
"I know him, the first in the second class, seems to have always wanted to enter our elite class"
"He's a Fire Type Trainer" someone added, followed by the snide remark, "Talk about delusions of grandeur."
As Julian faced off against his challenger, he could hear Will's encouraging voice resonate in his ears,
"Julian, teach this arrogant guy a lesson."
Although they were both fire trainers, Will had always harbored a sense of rivalry against him.
"Fang, I'd appreciate a good match," Julian stated calmly before tossing out his Poké Ball.
With a flash of white light, a striking Lucario emerged on the battlefield.
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Pokémon: Lucario (Fighting/Steel)
Level: 42
Qualification: blue
Ability: Inner Focus
Props: Muscle Band
Gender: Male
Moves: Quick Attack, Endure, Feint, Metal Claw, Aura Sphere, Rock Smash, Metal Sound, Bone Rush
Disc Moves: Low Sweep, Brick Break, Agility, Sword Dance, Dig, Bulk Up, Focus Blast, Dark Pulse
Genetic Moves: Mind Reader, Close Combat, Force Palm, Thunder Punch
Even though a semester seems brief, it's more than enough time for Julian to elevate his Pokémon to an Advanced level.
Lucario has transformed from an adorable creature into a tall, striking figure, drawing excited screams from girls as it emerged from the Poké Ball.
"Oh my gosh, he's so handsome!"
"Breaking the law—this is a crime!"
"I want a Pokémon like that too!"
Despite the commotion, Lucario remained unfazed. It scanned the field and noticed for the first time that its rival trainer, Fang, hadn't yet sent out a Pokémon.
Upon seeing Lucario, Fang trembled under its gaze, momentarily forgetting to release his own Pokémon.
It wasn't until Sam, the referee, nudged him that he recognized the urgency of the situation and reluctantly issued a command.
"Magcargo!"
Fang quickly called forth his strongest Pokémon.
"Magcargo, use Flamethrower!"
"Aura Sphere!"
Magcargo unleashed a torrent of flames, but before they could travel far, the oncoming Aura Sphere dissipated the attack.
"Bang!"
Magcargo could only watch in shock as the Aura Sphere overwhelmed its Flamethrower, striking it directly. With a crushing sound, it collapsed, its vision darkening.
"Lucario wins," Sam declared.
The idea of type advantages was rendered meaningless; Magcargo didn't even have a chance to fight back.
Fang felt a rush of embarrassment; his strongest Pokémon had fallen in a single hit, especially knowing that Julian's top Pokémon was the formidable silver Metagross.
He regretted challenging Julian, glancing around discreetly for anyone who might witness his humiliation.
Yet, no one seemed to mock him; they were all too shocked by the recent turn of events, realizing they could very well face the same fate.
In a daze, Fang recalled Magcargo and left the arena, while Julian allowed Lucario to remain out, eager to see if any more challengers would step forward.
However, after standing for five minutes in silence, no one dared to approach him.
"Julian, you can head back now," said Sam, the head teacher.
With Julian returning Lucario to its Poké Ball, both challengers and the other four fighters felt a wave of relief.
Julian's presence had exerted immense pressure on everyone, including the other top contenders, who knew they were unlikely to perform better than Fang had.
Particularly, Han observed Julian with mixed emotions.
Back in the early days of high school, he could at least hold his own against Julian's Pokémon, causing him some trouble.
But over time, the gap between them had only widened.
If Han's progress could be likened to that of a car, Julian's was akin to a rocket.
After a day of selection, five candidates were finally chosen for the main competition by the previous class teacher, Sam.
The selected individuals were Julian (Steel), Han (Water), Zosh (Ground), Shen (Fighting), and Will (Fire).
Among these five, no dared to face Julian again after initially being tested.
This also demonstrated Sam's keen eye for talent.
From the remaining ones, three candidates were chosen based on their previous performance in challenges.
The chosen ones were Chase (Ice), Chris (Bug), and Zack (Normal), all hailing from the regular Trainer class.
With these eight individuals gathered, Sam addressed them, announcing, "The Silver White High School League will take place in Lake City in a month."
As the capital of Yale Province, Lake City hosts several key competitions each year, including the recent Breeders Competition and the upcoming High School League.
"I will be your coach," Sam continued. "The school will provide you eight with prioritized resources. Although the substitution team will only get half that of the main team, this will still give you an opportunity to shine, as they will still be more resources than given to the elite class."
The three candidates displayed excitement rather than dissatisfaction. Coming from ordinary backgrounds, they knew that the resources allocated to them surpassed those available to the elite class.
"Meet here at 8 o'clock tomorrow for training. If you perform well in the league, even without achieving a top ranking, colleges will take notice and may offer you early acceptance," Sam stated before leaving.
Julian also followed in his footsteps and was about to leave, when Will quickly joined him.
"Aren't you curious why I've gotten so strong in just two days?" Will asked, eager to share his experiences from Secret Realm No. 1.
"I'm not curious; I'm sure you'll tell me eventually," Julian replied, continuing on his way.
Will's character was one that often couldn't keep things to himself, and he felt compelled to share.
Meanwhile, Chase, another candidate, suddenly looked downcast at Julian's retreating figure.
"He's so proud that he looks down on people like us," Shen commented, one of the selected candidates. Despite her family's background, she felt a disparity with Julian.
"No, no, you misunderstood"
Chase hurriedly shook her head and explained with a slightly red face, "He helped me, so I am very grateful to him, that's all."
If Julian hadn't given her the Water Stone, maybe she and Shellder would have died in the No. 1 secret realm.
Now, after evolving with the Water Stone, her Cloyster boasted powerful ice abilities.
It was also because of Cloyster's battle with Shen's Machamp that attracted Sam's attention and she became one of the three candidates.
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"So you were lucky, and found three Fire Stone fragments accidentally, and the Onix required by the mission happened to be injured?" Julian asked.
"What luck? It's my talent, my unbeatable will!" Will retorted, jumping up at Julian's dismissive expression.
Though some might call it luck, Will had indeed made great progress after Charmeleon absorbed the three Fire Stone fragments and evolved into Charizard.
Plus, submitting the captured Onix had netted him nearly 10 million, enough to train three Pokémon for a considerable time.
After parting ways with Will, Julian chose not to head home but instead made his way to a prestigious private battle club in Lake City.
"Young Master Walker!"
The staff at the entrance recognized Julian immediately, hastening to open the door and beckon him with warm smiles.
"Master Walker, a pseudo-Elite steel trainer came to our club yesterday, don't know if you are interested," the staff said.
The Battle Club emerged alongside the growth of Trainers.
In essence, the Battle Club functions as a sparring team.
For Trainers looking to enhance their Pokémon's abilities, battles are essential. However, choosing the right Rival for improvement in these battles is equally important.
Lower-level Rivals can be dull, while high-level Rivals can be too intense and ruthless, potentially harming your Pokémon's development.
Thus, the role of sparring professionals was established.
At the Battle Club, you'll encounter Trainers ranging from Rookies to pseudo-Elite and even Elite-level Trainers.
The primary focus of the sparring teachers is to align with your specific needs.
"Oh, I think I'll have him as my sparring partner this time." Julian expressed slight interest.
Although this Battle Club is the leading facility in Lake City, it has several pseudo-Elite sparring Trainers, with elite-level Trainers occasionally visiting;
however, there are no specialized steel type sparring Trainers available.
Julian has battled with these prospective and Elite Trainers and gained substantial experience.
"Here, take a look at his profile, master Walker," said the staff member,
handing Julian a tablet containing information about the new prospective Elite Trainer.
Name: Wren
Age: 45
Trainer grade: Steel pseudo-Elite
Pokémon: Steelix lv65, Magnezone lv63, Mawile lv60, Ursaring lv59, Persian lv59, Linoone lv55
After reviewing the details, Julian noted that Wren appeared to be an average pseudo-Elite Trainer with only three steel-type Pokémon, which seemed insufficient for someone specializing in steel types.
However, this can be understood, as the number of steel type Pokémon tends to be less diverse compared to types like Fire, Water, and Grass.
Julian's own family exclusively possesses two steel Pokémon in Drakoria: a Metagross and an Aggron.
Metagross is a steel-type pseudo-legendary Pokémon, whereas Aggron serves as a formidable steel-based defense.
Both Pokémon are strategic assets for Drakoria, allowing the exchange of unique species with other regions to enhance the country's Pokémon diversity and facilitate research.
Shortly after, the staff member returned with a middle-aged woman, who approached Julian with a prideful demeanor.
To Julian, this pseudo-Elite seemed quite ordinary, but for the staff, she was a figure of admiration.
"You're the challenger this time," Wren stated, raising her head and looking at Julian with a sense of pride.
"Yes," Julian replied, slightly taken aback by her tone.