Pokémon: I have no choice but to do this old thing?

Time continued to flow in the training camp in the Tianguan Mountains. In the blink of an eye, nearly four months had passed since Zhang Jianying and his companions arrived.

During this period, the resources brought by Gustav played a crucial role.

With the help of the mild fruit juice developed by Huhu, which can accelerate energy absorption and relieve fatigue, the team's overall quality has improved at a visible rate.

Zhang Jianying sat in the sunset, smiling as she looked at her companions.

If we were to use a concept from a game from a previous life to describe it, their current state would be equivalent to all of them having 6V and maxed-out effort values.

The nourishment of top-tier resources and Gustav's rigorous, individualized instruction act as the most efficient catalyst, enabling each member of the team to transform at an astonishing pace.

……

The next day, Gustav did not arrange any regular training, but instead summoned Zhang Jianying and all the Pokémon to the open area in the center of the ruins.

Behind him, Lucario, Iron Warrior, and Night Demon stood solemnly, their imposing auras intertwining to form an invisible pressure net that enveloped the entire area.

"Today's lesson is a practical assessment."

Gustav's voice was cold and firm, brooking no argument. "Objective: To withstand my forces' attacks. There is no time limit, until you are completely incapacitated, or... I call a halt."

Before the words were even finished, the battle was already on high alert!

Lucario's figure transformed into a blue streak of light, and its Aura Missiles, like a sudden storm, did not strike the Grovyle directly, but instead bombarded the ground and defensive nodes around it, testing the Earth Resonance and deflection techniques it had learned from the Kikuno Manual, forcing it to understand the true meaning of rooting and deflection more deeply.

The Iron Warrior's light blade sliced ​​through the air, and the pink fairy energy, like a sharp blade, wove into a net, each strike precisely targeting the subtle blockages in Kirlia's energy flow.

The Iron Warrior's aim was not to defeat it, but rather, like a sculptor, to remove the last trace of impurity from its control, allowing it to fully integrate the results of its cultivation over this period.

The Night Demon, carrying a heavy sense of oppression, weaves its way between reality and shadow.

The unpredictable Shadow Punch and the strange, mind-altering beams attacked from tricky angles, putting Gastly's "Gundam" form and stealth skills under unprecedented pressure, testing its ability to maintain skill stability and mental clarity amidst the chaos.

Gustav's gaze pierced through the battlefield, locking onto Zhang Jianying and the precious dragon he instinctively protected behind him.

Without using Pokémon, he relied solely on his honed fighting skills and powerful, concentrated aura to achieve absolute dominance.

Every swift advance and precise grappling move by Gustav was aimed at disrupting the baby dragon's attempt at energy manipulation.

The attack was like a storm raging across the sea, forcing the baby dragon to grab the rope to control amidst the raging waves and the brink of losing control.

This actual battle was extremely difficult, with almost a one-sided suppression.

The thick shell of the Torterra groaned under Lucario's relentless onslaught; Kirlia's energy manipulation seemed clumsy in the face of the Iron Warrior's more experienced and efficient attack patterns, forcing it to exhaust every last bit of mental energy to cope.

Gastly's "Gundam" was repeatedly defeated by Nightmare's skillful attacks, scattering into countless purple light spots; Zhang Jianying was also covered in bruises, his parrying arms were numb and burning with pain.

However, no one gave up…

With each attack from Lucario, Torterra's perception of the earth's pulse beneath its feet became increasingly clear, and its ability to deflect force evolved from clumsy to skillful.

Under the cold "guidance" of the Iron Warrior, Kirlia gained new insights into the use of energy; Haunter's control over the speed and stability of the improved Nightshade's condensation improved rapidly in adversity.

While other Pokémon are getting back on track, the most worrying one is Bangelion.

The immense pressure from Gustav intensified the energy conflict within its body to its peak.

The blocked energy surged wildly, bringing a tearing pain that contorted the baby dragon's face, and a suppressed and unwilling growl came from its throat.

But it held the Everstone tightly in its arms, its scarlet eyes burning with an almost insane obsession—it wanted to control this power!

It must become stronger! Strong enough to protect the figure behind it, the one who shelters it from the wind and rain, and who is covered in wounds!

Under the cover of the baby dragon, Zhang Jianying was able to catch his breath. He used his wave guide power to soothe and guide the restless energy within the baby dragon without regard for the cost.

With the solid physical strength he had built up over the past few months and his unwavering belief, Baby Dragon painstakingly tried to organize the raging energy, guiding it from its chaotic destructive power toward a clear goal.

Finally, in a moment when Gustav's hand, imbued with Aura, was about to strike the trainer's slightly sluggish shoulders and neck with a sharp whistling sound as it sliced ​​through the air, Gustav was about to deliver a powerful blow.

"Whoa—!!"

With a roar, Baby Dragon unleashed a burst of visible Flying-type energy from its head, carrying an unstoppable momentum that deflected Gustav's seemingly inevitable hand strike!

"laugh!"

The collision of energy with the waveguide produces a slight muffled sound.

Gustav's attack faltered, a look of surprise flashing in his eyes, which then turned into approval.

"very good!"

At that moment, the entire venue seemed to be paused.

Lucario withdrew his fist and retreated, the Iron Warrior's light blade slightly retracted, and the Night Demon quietly disappeared into the shadows.

Zhang Jianying, panting heavily, half-squatted on the ground, looking at the baby dragon in disbelief.

The little guy looked up at him, his whole body trembling slightly from exhaustion.

The anxiety and unease that had long been simmering in Baby Dragon's heart due to energy blockage were dispelled like a thick fog by the sunlight, replaced by an excited gleam in his eyes.

It succeeded!

Under Gustav's extreme pressure, it finally succeeded for the first time in a true sense in guiding and utilizing the conflicting energy within its body that had been tormenting it!

Gustav looked at the baby dragon, nodded slightly, and said in a steady voice, though less harsh: "The assessment is over. Your foundation... is solid."

This is the highest praise that Gustave could give.

The practical assessment brought about comprehensive and significant improvements, elevating the overall strength of their team to a new level.

Zhang Jianying collapsed to the ground, hugging her excited baby dragon, and expressed her gratitude to this strict teacher for his guidance.

Shuttle, who hadn't participated in the battle, remained leisurely, slowly pouring juice for his training partners. The other Pokémon also gathered around to congratulate the Bellatrix on successfully resolving the problem.

Baby Dragon put its hands on its hips, looked defiantly at Kirlia approaching, and let out a howl.

Then Kirullian planted it in the ground again.

"..."

Turtle, Ghost, and Pot exchanged a knowing glance, then retreated to the side, trembling with fear.

Only the clumsy yet playful baby dragon was left struggling in the dirt, "cursing" all the while:

"o(▼皿▼メ;)o Ugh! You stinky green tea b*tch, you just wait! One day, I'll plant you in the ground too!"