"Hmph, Qianqian, today I'm going to give you a proper lesson!"
"This time, I've thoroughly studied Trapinch's moves!"
With a dramatic sweep of her bangs, Chu Kelian's delicate face radiated confidence. She looked like a true master trainer—or at least, she thought so.
Hmm, she's got the flair down, Gu Xin mused, nodding slightly. The showmanship was quite convincing this time.
"Squirtle, use Water Gun!"
Bai Qianqian didn't spare Chu Kelian a glance, choosing instead to command an immediate attack.
"Squirtle!"
Squirtle puffed up its cheeks, releasing a quick and precise stream of water aimed directly at Trapinch.
"Ugh! Another sneak attack!"
Chu Kelian, mid-sentence, gritted her teeth in frustration.
"Trapinch, counter with Mud Shot!"
Trapinch opened its mouth wide, launching a barrage of mud balls to intercept the Water Gun.
The two attacks collided in midair, holding for a brief moment before exploding into a cloud of dust.
As the dust began to settle, Chen Yun's eyes sparkled with fascination.
"So this is what Pokémon moves look like?"
The power and visual impact of the moves impressed him—it was more thrilling than he'd imagined.
"Long-range attacks won't cut it," Bai Qianqian muttered, her heart pounding as she observed the stalemate. Despite the adrenaline rush of her first real Pokémon battle, her mind remained calm and analytical.
"Squirtle, get close while the dust lingers!"
Squirtle gave a soft grunt of acknowledgment, quickly moving toward Trapinch's last known position under the cover of the remaining dust.
But oddly enough, Chu Kelian didn't issue any commands to her Trapinch.
It wasn't until…
"There it is!" Chu Kelian's eyes lit up as a blurry silhouette emerged from the dissipating dust.
A sly smile curved her lips.
"You're too young, Qianqian. Way too young!"
"Trapinch, use Astonish!"
Chu Kelian's grin widened, her pearly white teeth glinting as she confidently issued the command.
"What—?!" Bai Qianqian frowned, sensing trouble.
Without warning, a sharp, piercing screech erupted from Trapinch, startling everyone present.
Even the spectators—Chen Yun and Lin Sheng—flinched in surprise, let alone Bai Qianqian, who was completely caught off guard.
What in the world was that?!
The sudden noise left Squirtle visibly shaken. Mid-stride, it stumbled and fell flat on its face.
"Squirtle! Be careful!" Bai Qianqian called out in alarm as Trapinch, now charging on all fours, closed the gap with surprising speed.
But it was too late.
Trapinch, its head glowing faintly with eerie light, rammed into Squirtle's exposed head, drawing a cry of pain from the little turtle.
Ghost-type Astonish!
Thanks to its ability, Strong Jaw, the move's power was boosted by 30%, turning what would've been minor damage into a significant blow.
"Don't let up, Trapinch! Follow up with Mud Shot!" Chu Kelian commanded with ruthless determination.
"Squirtle, retreat into your shell!"
Bai Qianqian urgently called out as Trapinch fired a series of mud balls. Squirtle managed to retract its limbs and head just in time, and while a few shots landed, they only struck its sturdy shell.
The remaining mud balls splattered harmlessly against Squirtle's protective barrier.
"Seriously? That works?"
Chu Kelian's jaw dropped in disbelief.
"Beautiful move!" Lin Sheng exclaimed, his eyes lighting up. Bai Qianqian's quick thinking had saved Squirtle from a disadvantageous position.
"Indeed, Miss Bai demonstrated great adaptability for her first Pokémon battle. Her situational awareness is excellent," Gu Xin praised, casting a thoughtful glance at Chu Kelian.
"Miss Chu has improved significantly as well. Her strategy today is much more coherent. This battle is far more entertaining than yesterday's," he added with a nod of approval.
"True, though if it were my Vulpix, it would still win," Lin Sheng said, adjusting his glasses smugly.
But the scene unfolding on the battlefield quickly left everyone stunned.
The constant barrage of mud balls against Squirtle's shell eventually sent it rolling backward. To everyone's shock, Squirtle landed upside-down on its shell!
"Squirtle, no!"
The little turtle flailed helplessly, its stubby limbs waving in the air as it tried in vain to right itself.
This awkward spectacle might have been comical to some, but for Bai Qianqian, it was nothing short of a disaster.
"Uh…" Bai Qianqian was at a complete loss for words.
Even Chu Kelian froze momentarily before breaking into a triumphant grin.
"Hahaha! The heavens are on my side today!"
"Trapinch, use Sand Attack! Bury that turtle!"
Laughing wildly, Chu Kelian gave her next command. Since Mud Shot or Astonish might inadvertently flip Squirtle back over, she opted for a safer move.
"Yi!"
Trapinch chirped as it turned around and began furiously kicking up dirt with its hind legs, creating a shower of sand that steadily buried Squirtle.
"Squirtle, flip yourself over!"
Bai Qianqian was on the verge of tears as she urged her Pokémon to act.
"Squirtle, squirt…!"
Squirtle struggled valiantly, but its efforts were in vain.
I can't do it, master!
As the sand piled higher and higher, completely burying most of Squirtle's body, it became clear the battle was over.
"That's so dirty, Chu Chu! How could you be so shameless?!" Bai Qianqian's face flushed with frustration.
"Too nave, Qianqian. This is called strategy! With me as your opponent, this result was inevitable from the start," Chu Kelian declared smugly, tossing her hair dramatically.
"If the heavens hadn't created me, Chu Kelian, the path of a Pokémon Trainer would be an endless night!"
The victory had clearly gone to her head, leaving the spectators speechless.
Lin Sheng: "…"
Chen Yun: "…"
Gu Xin: "(o—o)"
Bai Qianqian's face reddened even further—not from embarrassment, but sheer indignation.
You think you're so great?! Why don't you ascend to the heavens, then?!
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