Chương 10: , Chapter 1 Battle

The commotion subsided, and the crowd dispersed.

Lu Sha yawned lazily, remaining firmly seated on his throne.

As far as the eye could see, there were strands of golden hair that swayed gently with the young lady's steps, shimmering like satin in the sunlight.

The fluffy, soft texture gave him an inexplicable urge to sit down and press them down hard.

Based on his nightly experience, the young lady's hair quality is absolutely world-class; sleeping wrapped in it is more comfortable than sleeping under a silk quilt.

Unfortunately, there was a thin layer of psychic energy beneath him at that moment, so although he was riding on his head, he didn't actually touch it.

If it could be used as a gold-colored cushion, it would definitely feel amazing to the touch...

Lu Sha squinted, trying to stop herself from daydreaming, and began to plan for the day ahead.

The young lady really stole the show today.

Unfortunately, both of them were exempt from the practical assessment, so they didn't get to meet.

However, judging from the current situation, although it is not enough to completely resolve the knot in her heart towards Cynthia, the young lady's mood should be quite good in the near future.

When the young lady is in a good mood, it's easier for him to fool her.

He is easier to fool, and his life will get better afterward.

Then win against Cynthia a few more times using other methods, and continue to deceive her next time.

A virtuous cycle has begun, how wonderful!

At the same time.

Below, out of Lu Sha's sight, Gadriya's once bright emerald eyes were now uncontrollably dimming, as if shrouded in gloom.

Although she tried her best to restrain herself from prying into the matter, the telepathic connection that had long since become an instinct still continuously transmitted fragments of Lu Sha's thoughts back from the layer of mental power that was supporting him.

... Cynthia... didn't encounter... the knot in her heart... next time... Cynthia... life will be better... sweet...

Is that still not enough?

Cattleya's fingers, hanging at her sides, curled unconsciously, her knuckles turning slightly white from the force.

That's right!

This perfect score was only achieved because Lu Sha personally guided her.

If she were to play alone, she would likely fall far short of Cynthia's 98 points achieved on her own.

But she wouldn't allow it.

Cattleya lowered her eyes, the sadness in them gradually being swallowed by her obsession.

That look in his eyes was like a dragon guarding its only unyielding scale.

Now, you're all I have!

just wait.

Whether it's Cynthia or anyone else, no one can take you away from me.

You are mine, and only mine.

"Hello, Cattleya, please wait a moment!"

The sudden female voice made Cattleya pause in her steps, her originally elegant demeanor instantly tensing up.

Turn around.

They share the same tall stature, the same long golden hair, and even the same deep-seated pride.

In that instant, it was like looking in a mirror, yet completely different.

Cattleya slightly raised her chin, a highly defensive posture.

The long, golden hair that was originally soft and flowing over her shoulders seemed to sense her emotional fluctuations, and the ends of her hair curled up slightly in the invisible field of psychic energy, like a cat with its fur standing on end.

"What's up?"

"Your starter Pokémon is Gible, right? How about a battle? I mean, a private one, just the two of us."

Cynthia didn't want to attract attention, so she deliberately lowered her voice.

"What's the reason?"

Cattleya narrowed her eyes slightly. She wanted to agree immediately, but she was afraid that the other party had some kind of conspiracy.

In her eyes, Cynthia had transformed from her former nemesis into a wicked woman plotting against Lu Sha.

"Between trainers, eye contact is a signal for battle; there's no other reason needed."

Cynthia gently swept her golden hair back, her tone filled with passion and carefree spirit.

Why does Cynthia look so much like Ash at this stage?

Lu Sha inwardly scoffed, her desire to become Cynthia's Pokémon completely fading away.

If you can get stronger while lying down, who wants to fight every day?

The trainer only needs to talk, but when he goes into battle, he's the one who gets hurt!

"Lu Sha, do you agree?"

Instead of agreeing immediately, Gadriya shifted her gaze slightly upwards.

More than determining the winner, she cared about Lu Sha.

Only if Lu Sha believes she has won will this battle have any meaning.

"Click! (Just do it!)" Lu Sha waved his short hand. How could he possibly disappoint Cattleya at a time like this?

This is Cattleya's unresolved issue.

The meaning of being a trainer is to be one with your Pokémon!

"good!"

Gadria's expression changed, and her gaze towards Cynthia became more serious than ever before:

"Let's do it tonight. Come to the private training ground at the Zhuqing Hotel."

"No problem! You and your Gible are really close. There are too many people around, see you tonight!"

Cynthia smiled knowingly, waved to Cattleya, and left swiftly before the other onlookers could gather around.

"She's a decent person. Too bad she can't win!"

Gadriya watched Cynthia's retreating figure, murmured a comment, and then turned and left with Lu Sha in her arms.

Tonight, she will give it her all.

Even if it means going out of control, she wants Lu Sha to know that she is far superior to Cynthia!

Night fell quietly and soon, and Cynthia arrived as promised.

Zhuqing Grand Hotel's exclusive battlefield.

This is an indoor battle arena located next to the Zhuqing Hotel. It is over 200 meters long and wide, and 20 meters high, and can accommodate battles of Pokémon no more than Gym Level.

For the average hotel guest, this level of battlefield is sufficient.

"How about the rules for normal trainer battles?"

Cynthia, holding a Poké Ball, looked at Cattleya with fierce determination.

"I am a superhuman!"

Gadriya stood on the other side of the battlefield, her emerald green eyes reflecting Cynthia's image.

She doesn't like Pokémon battles!

Especially the feeling of standing behind and watching Lu Sha fight alone in front.

She disliked it very much.

She would rather fight on the front lines herself.

"It's alright. Trainers are just part of the battle process. I believe in the bond between me and my Pokémon!"

Cynthia didn't mind Caitlyn personally taking part in the battle; encountering a trainer with special abilities is common in Pokémon battles.

However, trainers without special abilities will be at a disadvantage in the early stages.

But she believed in herself and in her Gible.

"Go, Gible!"

"Click!"

A giant giblet, standing a full meter tall, stood firmly on the battlefield.

This gible is at least twice the height of Lu Sha, and with its powerful body on the ground, it probably weighs four times as much as Lu Sha.

While Pokémon size is unrelated to strength, larger Pokémon of the same species are often stronger.

This is also the source of Cynthia's confidence.

Lu Sha looks like a newborn toddler and is unable to resonate with superhumans.

The advantage lies with her!

Without the support of Psychic-type Pokémon, Psychic users can only use their psychic powers to disrupt the battle at most, and are not a threat at all.

"good!"

Cattleya nodded gently and placed Lu Sha, whom she was holding, on the ground.

"Click click click! (Get ready for some serious torture!)" Lu Sha chuckled with amusement, took a half-step back, and stood in the position of a trainer.

Then, under Cynthia's stunned gaze...

With blue light gleaming in her eyes, Gadriya slowly floated into the air and entered the battlefield.

"Huh? What's this?"

Cynthia was stunned.

Isn't this a Pokémon battle?

Why did the opposing trainer enter the battle?

Moreover, this sense of oppression is almost comparable to that of a Gym Leader's main Pokémon!

"Now that you're allowed to use superpowers, try and defeat me, Cynthia!"

Cattleya floated in mid-air, her eyes fixed on Cynthia.

Pokémon battles?

She doesn't need Lu Sha to fight; she just needs him to offer her advice and strategies.

She alone is enough!

"Oh well!"

Although Cynthia had never fought a superhuman like this before, since the other party had said so, she could only choose to respect their wishes.

"The match begins!"

The two called out softly at the same time, signaling the start of the battle.

next second.

"Gible, use..."

Before Cynthia could issue her first command, Gadria had already appeared in front of Gible.

They exchanged a glance, and in the depths of Cattleya's emerald eyes seemed as deep as a black hole.

The giblet was so captivated by it that it became completely deaf and blind to everything around it, wobbled and fell to the ground, and fell into a deep sleep.

"Gible, pull yourself together! Stand up!"

Cynthia panicked and tried to use Bonds to awaken Gible.

Unfortunately, the Gible couldn't hear her voice at all, let alone stand up and continue fighting.

"Shall we continue?"

When Cattleya's voice rang out again, she was already floating beside Cynthia.

If needed, she could hypnotize Cynthia in the next second and control her to do anything.

"this..."

Cynthia froze.

As a young girl, she had never seen anything like this before.

The other person's superpowers are way too illegal!

So weak!

Caldelia thought to herself, feeling a sense of utter boredom.

That genius, whom his family called the hope of Sinnoh, seems to be nothing special after all.

What is it about this seemingly weak woman that Lu Sha would be attracted to?

Could it be because they're too weak?

"Crack! Crack! (Tsk tsk, how pitiful!)" On the other side, in the trainer's position, Lu Sha crossed his short arms and watched as Cynthia silently picked up Gible and admitted defeat, clicking his tongue in amazement.

The battle was over the moment Cynthia allowed Gadriya to use her superpowers.

Even if Gible could evolve into Garchomp, it would still be instantly killed, let alone a mere Gible.

The Gible on the other side was slightly stronger than him, but only by a limited margin, at most a level 15 higher.

He's been eating and drinking well with Cattleya these past two days, and he's already reached level 5.

"Click! Click! (Cattleya, let me try it!)" Seeing that Cynthia had temporarily lost her will to fight, and that the battle was starting strong but ending weakly, Lu Sha quickly shouted.

Is that enough?

To help Gadriya overcome her inner conflict, we must defeat Cynthia in every way!

"good!"

Cattleya nodded gently; she wouldn't reject Lu Sha's idea.

Rather, it was exactly what she wanted.

With such a weak Gible, if we fight it a few more times, Gible should be able to dispel Cynthia's charm.

"Cynthia, let's fight one more time. This time I won't use my superpowers."

Turning to look at the somewhat dejected Cynthia, Gadriya took the initiative to extend an invitation.

"I admit I'm not as good as you, but if it's just a battle between Gibles, I won't lose again!"

Cynthia took a deep breath and immediately agreed.

It wasn't to get revenge, but simply because she wanted to prove to Cattleya that she wasn't as weak as she had just appeared.

"Again!"