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With the help of Iron Fist, Infernape was caught off guard but was only knocked back a distance and was not seriously injured.

"To be able to react so quickly and use fire to counter the water ripples, this Infernape is quite something!"

Upon witnessing this scene, Long Xing couldn't help but remark that the Infernape Zhao Fang had sent out was far stronger than the Medicham he had previously faced.

This made Long Xing somewhat emotional. When he first saw Lin Xuan's Gallade, it seemed to have just evolved into Kirlia and wasn't very strong, merely a sidekick to Lin Xuan. But now...

Long Xing turned his gaze to a pair of rats who were eating potato chips with Xiao Dian and the others and acting as cheerleaders. They seemed to be trusted underlings in Lin Xuan's team... Surely he couldn't be so bad as to be unable to beat them?

It shouldn't be that bad...

Long Xing comforted himself in his heart, while Lin Xuan's battle continued.

After Gallade knocked Infernape away, it continued to pursue relentlessly, teleporting behind it once again, but this time it attacked with the Holy Sword.

Using this tactic a second time, although it lacked the element of surprise, what difference did it make to Gallade, whose offensive capabilities had greatly increased after evolving? Even if the opponent knew what was going on, could they really handle it?

That's hard to say.

"Ugh, that's disgusting!"

Zhao Fang expressed a thought that every trainer facing Gallade would have.

However, Gallade's Holy Sword missed its target, and at such close range, it's practically impossible for the Holy Sword to miss—Infernape used Dig!

This was something Lin Xuan hadn't expected, since what could Infernape possibly do even if it burrowed underground?

However, Lin Xuan never underestimated any opponent, and immediately alerted Gallade.

At that moment, Zhao Fang took the opportunity to exchange a few words with Lin Xuan.

"Your Gallade is a Fighting-type Pokémon, after all. Can't you take it head-on?" Zhao Fang said this through gritted teeth. He had never encountered such a troublesome opponent before.

Do I look like a fool to you?

Go head-to-head with your Infernape? Unless my brain shrinks, I can't do something like that.

[Teacher Mimikyu remains as hated as ever]

[Strive to infuriate the opposing trainer offline]

[This might be a bit difficult, considering the muscles on the other side... facing them in person would probably be a tough challenge for the forensic pathologist.]

Then, seeing that the Infernape underground hadn't moved for a while, Lin Xuan said to Zhao Fang without any politeness:

"Wasn't it supposed to be a head-on collision?"

"Hmph! Kid, watch closely, this is the essence of Fighting-type Pokémon!"

Zhao Fang crossed his arms and snorted coldly. Then, Infernape quickly emerged from underground and used the same technique against Infernape, appearing directly behind Gallade and unleashing a Power-Up Punch.

Moreover, it doesn't seem to be an ordinary Enhanced Punch; it incorporates many techniques from Sonic Punch, allowing it to be used in a relatively short time.

Combined with the Iron Fist's unique properties, its power is increased to another level.

"Holy Sword!"

Without the slightest hesitation, Gallade immediately used its strongest weapon, the Holy Sword, to counterattack. In just a few seconds, the blade of the Holy Sword clashed with Infernape's iron fist countless times.

Gallade was ultimately at a disadvantage in terms of power, and after several clashes, it began to show signs of weakness, gradually being forced to the edge of the battlefield.

Zhao Fang, who was opposite Lin Xuan, frowned at first when he saw this scene, but then he saw that Gallade's aura seemed to be gradually rising, and he understood everything and relaxed.

A slight smile even appeared at the corner of his mouth. These two guys... are using him as a whetstone!

He didn't mind, after all, those who could come here were all newcomers that the league highly regarded.

【Then I'll play with you~】

"Infernape, keep attacking! Don't stop!"

Under Zhao Fang's command, Infernape's flames suddenly surged, and the power in its fists increased several times over, like the last straw that broke the camel's back, relentlessly suppressing Gallade.

In the clash between the Holy Sword and the Iron Fist, Gallade was forced to retreat step by step, but its aura seemed to merge with the Holy Sword, emanating a sacred aura. Its eyes were fixed on the changes in Infernape's body movements, and it memorized every action.

Finally, Infernape threw another punch at Gallade, but this time it wasn't a blade that stopped it, but the same fist.

Enhanced punch!

Chapter 262 How could this be done in seconds?

"Enhanced Fist!?"

On either side of the battlefield, Long Xing and Zhao Fang said the same thing in unison. Although Gallade's Power-Up Punch seemed a bit immature and was incomparable to Infernape, it was still a formidable opponent.

But it was precisely because of this that the two were able to see the horror within.

Did Gallade learn Power Punch during the battle just now?

He learned it just by watching Infernape use Power-Up Punch? Isn't that a bit far-fetched?

Lin Xuan simply didn't know what they were thinking; otherwise, she probably would have pointed at Xiao Dian, who was cheering them on, and shown them what truly outrageous things were.

Gallade was no match for Infernape when they exchanged punches, and was immediately sent flying. Its feet left long marks on the ground before it landed quickly, its body slightly bent, one hand supporting it on the ground, looking up at Infernape not far away.

Although his back was turned to her, Lin Xuan seemed to have a telepathic connection with Gallade, understanding the fluctuations in his heart at that moment.

Although Gallade was no match for Infernape, its gaze was more determined than ever before. The reflection of Infernape in its pupils, and the flames on its body, seemed to have completely transformed into its own fighting spirit.

"Gallopo, use Power Punch!"

At this point, Lin Xuan naturally wanted to let Gallade's momentum continue to build, and Power Punch was the best way to do so.

As for what I said before... well, let my brain shrink if it wants to, as long as Gallade can break through!

While surprised, Zhao Fang's smile widened, but it also seemed to carry a hint of helplessness. These newcomers are all freaks. Then, as if sensing something, he suddenly raised his head and looked at Gallade opposite him.

At this moment, the "flames" in Gallade's eyes continued to burn, and all the power in his body was mobilized into his fists. Moreover, he chose to give up Instant Transmission.

"Are you about to break through? Fine, I'll help you one last time."

As Gallade's aura gradually increased, the experienced Zhao Fang immediately realized this. He felt that Lin Xuan was somewhat terrifying, and at the same time, he made up his mind to help with this last favor.

"Fire Monkey, Sonic Punch!"

Gallade didn't continue using Power-Up Punch, since Infernape was already stronger, and if it continued using Power-Up Punch... Gallade might not have been able to last until the end.

Soon, the battle, which had initially seemed somewhat scheming, turned into a pure melee, with Gallade clearly on the receiving end. Even with the Holy Sword, Gallade could only barely withstand Infernape's Mach Punch attack.

The reason is simple: it was just too fast!

UI!

This statement also applies to Pokémon battles; if the speed difference is too great, even Trick Room will struggle to suppress it.

Infernape's speed with Mach Punch is terrifying; it can unleash several punches in just one second, making it difficult for Lin Xuan to even see Infernape's fists.

It's up to you...

Lin Xuan didn't give any further instructions, leaving everything to Gallade. He could see Zhao Fang's intention to help him, but before the battle ended, he could only express his gratitude in his heart for the time being.

With the use of Power-Up Punch, Gallade's power increased further, but this seemed to be the least important factor in this battle. What mattered most was that Gallade's aura reached its peak, and then—

"Holy Sword!"

After a long silence, Lin Xuan finally gave the order. Gallade's entire aura seemed to condense into a sharp sword, charging forward with its body.

Gallade used Teleport again, but this time, it was simply because it found traveling troublesome.

Gallade, having used Teleport, arrived in front of Infernape and instantly slashed down with the Sacred Sword, which had gathered all of its power.

"True Qi Fist!"

It should be said that Infernape had been preparing for this Chi Punch for a long time, but it only officially unleashed all its power after Zhao Fang spoke. The Holy Sword and Infernape's Chi Punch collided instantly, creating wave after wave of air waves around them.

But most importantly, at the moment the holy sword, which had gathered the power of Gallade, struck down, the already somewhat weak bottleneck was instantly shattered.

Gallade - Three-star!

The violent energy surge that erupted between Gallade's Holy Sword and Aura Fist directly blew both Pokémon away. Gallade landed, slightly panting. The sword strike had gathered all its power, and now it was starting to feel weak.

But his eyes were exceptionally bright, because he could feel that the bottleneck that had originally restricted him within his body had completely disappeared.

[Is this the kind of battle we'd see with Mimikyu's Gallade?]

[Forgive me for previously thinking Gallade only knew how to ambush.]

【+1】

Is Gallade already three stars?

[Wow, that's impressive! It's only been a short time!]

But just as everyone was waiting for Gallade to break through and be able to settle the score with Infernape, Lin Xuan directly raised his hand to signal Zhao Fang.

"I give up!"

"Huh? Why?"

Zhao Fang was stunned for a moment. Now that Gallade had successfully broken through, its strength was no weaker than Infernape. Although Infernape had exhausted its stamina in the battle just now, it was not much better off. Lin Xuan's chances of winning were still quite good.

Not only Zhao Fang, but also Long Xing and the viewers in the live broadcast room were very puzzled.

Why should we vote?

[If you could fight like that even before breaking through, wouldn't it be even easier now that you've broken through?]