Elf: Start with small diamonds, then mutate into Diancie!

A young, refined man wearing glasses behind the middle-aged man couldn't stand it any longer and jogged over to tug at the middle-aged man, trying to stop him.

After rambling on for a while, the middle-aged man still wouldn't stop, becoming more and more enthusiastic and proud as he spoke.

"Hey, I'm only talking to you because you're the team leader. Don't push your luck. Your tricks won't work on me."

Su Hao's voice took on a cold tinge, and his sharp gaze made the middle-aged man break out in a cold sweat.

"you you you......"

Why is this different from the usual talk at the dinner table? How dare this student talk back?

Su Hao had seen plenty of this leader's tactics and mannerisms before his transmigration.

Some people get a little bit of power and then like to act arrogantly. Have they ever thought about what they would do if they offended someone they don't trust?

If this good-for-nothing had really known about them beforehand, he probably wouldn't have dared to say such a thing.

What was Sichuan Province thinking? Why did they send such a foolish little leader who thinks he can bully everyone to be the team leader?

After thinking for a moment, Su Hao dialed the phone number of Zhao Zhigao, the governor of Sichuan Province, who had left him a smiling number after the competition in the regional competition, saying that he could contact him to solve any problems.

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Ye Yibu, Hua Beibei.

Chapter 270 Doubles Match (First Update)

After the call connected, Su Hao casually mentioned that he and the other three had been scolded by the team leader, and he felt a bit of a stomachache, so he probably couldn't participate in the competition.

A few minutes later, the middle-aged man, who had been looking at Su Hao with an air of "what can Su Hao do to him?", received a phone call.

The entire call lasted only thirty seconds, and even Su Hao and the others nearby could hear the roaring from the phone, which wasn't on speakerphone.

After the middle-aged man hung up the phone, he was covered in cold sweat and his legs went weak, causing him to kneel on the ground, attracting a lot of tourists to watch.

Was he dismissed from his post just like that?

It even caused the boss, whom he had been trying to curry favor with at the dinner table for so long, to be dismissed and thoroughly investigated...

He thought the worst that could happen was just him punishing himself with three drinks at the dinner table...

The other party is a trainer, someone who possesses powerful personal strength.

If we weren't living in a society governed by the rule of law, how could I be so arrogant, how could I dare to be so arrogant?

By the time he figured out the key, the four contestants had already passed through security and entered the waiting area.

With airport security and the menacing presence of large dogs, he had no way of going in to beg for forgiveness.

Next, his past acts of abusing his power to deceive his superiors and bully others will likely be exposed.

It's over, completely over.

The middle-aged man gave a bitter laugh. How could he have been so blinded by power, thinking he could control this group of obviously talented trainers with powerful backgrounds...?

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Su Hao and his group boarded a chartered plane prepared by Sichuan Province. The support staff was fully equipped with analysts, nutritionists, psychological counselors, and other professional personnel, but they were missing a team leader.

But that's okay.

In a subsequent phone call, Governor Zhao Zhigao spoke.

Su Hao and his team went to bring glory to Sichuan Province. If there was anything they were unhappy about, they should raise it immediately, and he would personally order rectification.

He will personally select the new team leader and then board the next flight to arrive. This time, there will be no instances of his subordinates abusing their power to gain prestige.

Anyone involved in this matter will be dismissed and investigated; those with problems will be removed, and those without will be released.

Zhao Zhigao's efficiency impressed Su Hao greatly.

No wonder he was able to become the governor of a province without being a trainer; his efficiency and attitude are simply impeccable!

This time, Sichuan saved a lot of money. In order to ensure the players' condition, they even chartered a luxury plane.

It is extremely comfortable to ride in, with no discomfort whatsoever.

The seats are so spacious that you can lie down and sleep anywhere; it's like being treated like royalty.

Even Su Hao couldn't help but wonder, is Sichuan Province really that wealthy and powerful?

Bai Ziyu, who was standing to the side, smiled awkwardly when she heard Su Hao's question.

"All this treatment is because of you."

"I?"

Su Hao tilted his head in confusion. Could he really have such a grand presence?

Bai Ziyu was surprised by Su Hao's lack of common sense in some areas, and he explained with a speechless expression.

“In previous years, the competition was extremely fierce in 32 provincial competition areas. This time, they saw hope for winning the championship in you.”

"If the university league is to promote the university, then the university cup is to promote the province or city, so those within the province will naturally put in their best effort."

Finally, Bai Ziyu pouted and said with a regretful look, "After all, Incineroar, which was about the same level as my Pokémon not long ago, has become one of only two professional-level Pokémon revealed so far in this High School Cup."

"Barring any unforeseen circumstances, they'll be guaranteed a spot in the top two."

To be honest, the High School Cup already allowed the use of special abilities, and with the addition of the Blazing Roaring Tiger, who was already incredibly strong, it took things a step further.

With this combination, Bai Ziyu didn't know how she could possibly lose.

It's like a game-changer, a complete defeat.

He does have professional-level Pokémon, but those were raised from a young age and are not allowed to participate in competitions.

Su Hao covered a distance in half a year that others might take two or three years to complete, which is terrifying.

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Sichuan Province specially booked an entire floor of a five-star hotel in the capital.

Each of the four contestants has a suite, which is so spacious that unless it's a giant Pokémon like Onix, Steelix, or Wailord, it's the size of a trainer's entire team that can usually fit in the room.

In addition, the facilities are well-equipped, and the accompanying staff ensures that the players and their Pokémon are in optimal condition.

This opportunity to win the championship has been given great importance by the top leaders of Sichuan Province, who have invested heavily in it.

The opening ceremony has concluded, and the preliminary rounds will be held tomorrow.

After the rules of the competition were announced at the opening ceremony, Su Hao and his three teammates, the new team leader, and the tactical analyst held an emergency pre-match meeting in the hotel's spacious conference room.

The new team leader is a seasoned male gym leader named Rosson.

Luo Song rested his hands on the conference table, his brow furrowed: "Unlike previous years, the preliminary and semi-final rounds will be 2vs2 doubles matches, which is a bit troublesome."

Analyst Zhao Ci agreed, saying, "The students haven't had any relevant training in coordination, and I'm afraid it might turn into 1+1=1.5."

Sitting to the side, Su Hao, who was not under any pressure, enlightened the two adults who were somewhat troubled: "Since this rule was just announced today, although neither of us has ever cooperated in a doubles match, other players may not have relevant experience either."

Bai Ziyu, sitting opposite Su Hao, agreed with his idea: "Teachers, I think Su Hao is right. Since everyone is on the same starting line, lack of experience is not so important."

Luo Song and Zhao Ci exchanged a glance, their pressure lessening slightly, clearly having been persuaded by the two.

Analyst Zhao Ci glanced at the large stack of documents his subordinates had hastily printed out: "Alright, next is the team formation arrangement."

"As previously discussed, Li Hua and Jiang Chengcheng have a familiar relationship and are easier to work together because their abilities are similar and they can cooperate more easily."

“Su Hao and Bai Ziyu fought not long ago. Although Su Hao is also familiar with Li Hua and Jiang Chengcheng, this arrangement is the most reasonable.”

"After all, your training focuses and specializations are different, so a proper doubles team system cannot be formed, therefore—"

"Su Hao and Bai Ziyu are in the same group."

"Li Hua and Jiang Chengcheng are in the same group."

Zhao Ci summarized that there was another important factor in deciding on this team arrangement that he did not explicitly state, but several students had more or less noticed it.

Not long ago, he received a call from the provincial government...

Li Hua and Jiang Chengcheng exchanged a glance, their faces showing neither anger nor resentment, and said in unison, "We have no objections."

It's perfectly normal for the tactical analysis teacher to make such a decision, after all, Su Hao gave the province confidence this time, and they came with a huge investment, aiming to win the championship and runner-up positions.

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Mega Charizard X.

Chapter 271 The Seeds (Second Update)

After Su Hao and Bai Ziyu nodded in confirmation, Zhao Ci, who had been cautious, finally breathed a sigh of relief.

The province required him to use the safest arrangement to get Su Hao into the singles elimination round of the main tournament.

However, Li Hua and Jiang Chengcheng also have a very good relationship with Su Hao, putting him in a very difficult position.

Fortunately, this genius, who had just arrived and dismissed the bureaucratic team leader, was surprisingly reasonable and didn't lash out.

With a weight lifted from his shoulders, Zhao Ci began to analyze the situation with even greater effort.

Information on noteworthy players, or rather, seeded players, was listed.

As the data was projected onto the forms on the screen, Su Hao couldn't help but admire the high quality of this year's contestants.

This is much better than previous years.

The ranking table compiled by Zhao Ci is not much different from the ranking most widely accepted by the outside world.

[Favorites to Win]

The number one ranked player is undoubtedly Ning Ling, a championship favorite who recently emerged in the capital region and possesses professional-level combat power.

Her Pokémon are all Ghost-type Pokémon, and the key to her ace Pokémon Chandelure's rapid advancement to professional level lies in an unrevealed adventure.

Su Hao guessed that this woman was probably related to the existing secret realm of the spirit world.

Like Su Hao, she has a full team of six Pokémon. However, considering that many students have not yet completed their teams, the official decision is that even in the finals, it will only be a 3vs3 singles battle.

The six Pokémon are: Chandelure, Mismagius, Mimikyu, Decidueye, Saber, and Haunter.

The strength of the Pokémon in the Imperial Capital region is kept very secret. Only two Pokémon have appeared in the Imperial Capital region competitions and are known to the outside world.

The early-game professional-grade Crystal Chandelure and the late-game elite-grade Mimikyu.