Pokémon: Starting with Lucario and Gardevoir

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Before the audience could even recover from Gardevoir's attack...

Gardevoir flashed to Haoyan's side and secretly squeezed Haoyan's palm with her delicate white hand.

In a coquettish tone, she said to Haoyan in his heart, "You big dummy...aren't I amazing..."

Haoyan was amused by Gardevoir's playful antics and replied with tender eyes, "Hmm... I know you're amazing..."

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For Haoyan and Gardevoir, the serious and earnest battle was like a relaxed and playful scene.

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Chapter 497 The Battle atop the 10,000-meter Mountain

With the fall of Tanabata Bluebird, Genji's defeat was inevitable.

But he still stubbornly released other Pokémon to battle.

Desert Dragonfly was defeated by Gardevoir's energy clash.

Haxorus and Gardevoir, under Hao Yan's command, floated into the air and, taking advantage of their height, gradually wore down the enemy until they finally succeeded.

The only troublesome one was Genji's Hydreigon, but it was no match for Gardevoir.

Thus, Haoyan defeated all the Heavenly Kings with his invincible prowess, leaving only one person remaining.

At the summit of the 10,000-meter mountain, only one step remains.

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"With unwavering perseverance, Master Haoyan defeated the four Heavenly Kings in one fell swoop!"

"Let's give a round of applause and cheers to Gym Leader Haoyan and his powerful Pokémon!"

The host, Vivian, spoke through the microphone to the audience.

All the audience members stood up, clapping and cheering enthusiastically.

In an instant, the atmosphere inside the entire venue reached its peak.

Haoyan displayed exceptional tactical acumen during his battle against the Four Heavenly Kings.

And those few unparalleled Pokémon.

The applause and cheers from the audience lasted for a long time.

Haoyan gestured for them to quiet down so that the challenge could continue.

"Master Haoyan, according to the competition rules, there is still one person left for you to challenge!"

"Only by defeating him will you become the champion of the entire Hoenn region!"

"Excuse me, are you ready?" According to the rules, the host, Vivian, needed to confirm again.

"No problem, I'm ready..."

Hao Yan remained calm and showed no emotional fluctuations despite the fact that the other party was Mikoli.

"it is good!"

"Then let's welcome the number one player from the Hoenn region!"

"Known as the master of water art and currently the champion of the Hoenn region, Wallace is here!"

Vivian invited Michael to the stage in the most passionate tone.

While Genji and Hirohiko were fighting, Mikoli was already backstage preparing.

Having already made all the preparations, he brought himself to his best state of mind and stepped from behind the scenes onto the stage.

"Haoyan, I'm really looking forward to it!"

"I've been looking forward to the final showdown with you for three whole months!"

At the front of the station, Mikoli smiled and extended his hand, his eyes filled with determination.

"I'm also looking forward to fighting you, and I hope we can both give each other a satisfactory answer later!" Hao Yan stretched out his big hand to shake Mikoli's hand.

The two's epic duel captivated everyone's attention, even overshadowing Vivian, who was always the center of attention.

They silently retreated offstage, handing the stage over to two exceptionally talented and gifted individuals.

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In the guest seats.

The champions from several regions have all witnessed the power of Haoyan's Pokémon.

Du Man was solemn, thinking to himself, "If I were the one challenging them now, I wouldn't be able to defeat the Four Heavenly Kings as easily as Hao Yan did."

"Perhaps it will be easier when we fight Hibiscus and Flower Moon."

"But even if I win against Bonney's Ice-type and Genji's Dragon-type, my Pokémon won't have much HP left!"

"He is completely incapable of fighting Mikoli again!"

"Perhaps this is the difference between Haoyan and me!"

Karune: "My Gardevoir, even against Genji who has a type advantage, is still hard to beat as easily as Hogan's Gardevoir."

"On this point alone, Haoyan is better than me!"

Dan: "Haoyan's Charizard is no weaker than mine. The Hoenn region truly lives up to its reputation as the strongest region!"

"I still need to keep working hard..."

Zhu Lan: "Hao Yan, you're growing up so fast!"

"When we first met, your Pokémon were only at the Elite Four level."

"In just a few short months, you've reached such heights!"

"Looks like I need to work harder too!"

Adeke: "What a pity, Haoyan wasn't born in the Unova region."

"With his talent, he's definitely capable of winning the championship, so I won't have to go through the trouble of training the next champion, and I can retire in peace..."

Unlike the champions in various regions, who bear immense pressure.

The gym leaders in the Hoenn region were all relaxed.

Based on Haoyan's current level, he has already surpassed all of them.

Everyone watched the two on the battlefield with anticipation.

Mulla and Adam were no exception.

Adam looked at Mikoli with a solemn expression, silently cheering on his proudest disciple.

Mura's fists clenched together unconsciously.

When he was young, the highest rank he ever reached was Heavenly King.

They couldn't take that next step.

Now his students are just one step away from the summit.

This filled him with an overwhelming sense of excitement.

He had long hoped that Haoyan could help him fulfill his wish!

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Chapter 498 Naz: Teacher Haoyan, you're serious.

"This match will be a doubles game."

"The battlefield is a water-based area."

Before the match begins, the referee announces the rules of the game.

Choosing doubles and a water-based court were both suggestions from Mikeli.

As the challenger, Mikoli has the right to decide the format and venue of the fight.

Based on the duel between the Heavenly Kings just now, those were all 1V1 battles.

Michael knew that his Pokémon were no match in strength.

By using doubles, they can cooperate to restrain each other and narrow the gap between themselves and Haoyan's Pokémon.

As a Water-type Pokémon, if the field has an advantage...

They have excellent combat space and a wide range of offensive and defensive methods.

"Director Haoyan, is there a problem?" The referee looked at Haoyan.

"no problem…"

Hao Yan was not surprised by Mikoli's request.

"Alright, let the match begin!" The referee quickly stepped off the sidelines, leaving enough space for the two players.

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"Come forth, Milotic, Kingdra!"

Mikkelsen started the game right from the start.

Pokémon: Milotic

[Attribute]: Water

[Level]: 90 (Peak Champion)

【Trait】: Competitive (When an opponent reduces a stat's effectiveness, Special Attack increases by 2 stages for each stat that is reduced.)

[Description]: It dwells at the bottom of the great lake. When it emits a bright pink glow, it releases waves that can soothe a restless heart.

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