I beg you female trainers to give me money even if you lose!

So the cute girl accompanying Homiga and the man wearing sunglasses and a hoodie are an elite and a super famous trainer, respectively?!

Well, the fact that the cute girl said she wanted to battle Homiga at full power means she's an elite, and the latter is naturally a super famous trainer.

But I don't even recognize myself! It's normal that I don't recognize the former because he looks young, but I'm completely unfamiliar with the latter's style.

Wait, he just said his name is Yang Xiying?!

"Um... excuse me, is this Mr. Yang Xiying the one I'm thinking of?"

The man with the afro suddenly thought of a possibility...

The name Yang Xiying was indeed familiar, and he quickly connected it to the person who had helped the United Alliance wipe out the Plasma Group not long ago.

Pigeon Teacher, who is blessed by legendary Pokémon and also has a good reputation on the Internet, spreads Pokémon battle skills!

"That... Teacher Ge?"

The man with the afro offered his conjecture, and Huo Shan suddenly understood something, beginning to scrutinize Yang Xiying closely.

"Uh……"

Mingyi Homiga hesitated, because she had seen Yang Xiying hiding her face when she came here before.

—And that means they don’t want to reveal their identities, so they can’t answer.

"No one in United should have the same name as me, but I still hope you will treat me as an ordinary person."

At this moment, Yang Xiying took off her sunglasses, revealing the familiar face of Huo Shan and the man with the afro. It was indeed Teacher Ge.

"Ha, I get it, I get it,"

The man with the afro understood Yang Xiying's meaning, "After all, you are also a very important person."

"However, I'm still very happy to meet you in person! And could you please sign your autograph, Mr. Pigeon? I watch every single one of your videos!"

The man with the afro suddenly became extremely respectful, after all, this was that Teacher Pigeon!

"Oh right, I forgot to introduce myself. My name is Dan, and I'm a talent scout from Bollywood, which is why I really admire your portrayal of various Pokémon."

"Your superb acting skills are also very suitable for developing in the film and television industry. I wonder if Teacher Ge has this intention?"

As he spoke, he also took out his business card.

"...If I were to pursue a career in film and television while I'm still collecting gym badges through Unova Travel, I might be too busy."

Yang Xiying paused for a moment before responding. Although he was quite interested in acting, he was currently very busy and couldn't handle it all at once.

"But I can still make movies occasionally without any problem,"

If the other person asks for an autograph, I will give it to them.

"Oh, I'm very happy that you can make movies. Please contact me when you have time, and I will help you find the most suitable script."

Dan smiled broadly. Although the other party didn't want to develop in the film and television industry, being able to make a cameo appearance or play a leading role in a movie could bring a lot of benefits to the box office.

"And this young lady, would you like to consider developing your career in the film and television industry?"

At this moment, he turned his attention to Mingyi.

As a talent scout, he naturally has a keen sense for people with the potential to become stars, and Yang Xiying, the lovely girl next to him, is one such person!

Such beauty is rare in this area...

"Uh, well, I'm still traveling, so I might be too busy to develop my career here, but I am indeed interested in making movies."

Mingyi gave a similar answer to Yang Xiying, saying that she still wanted to focus more on Pokémon battles.

—After all, only in this way can I redeem myself from Teacher Ge.

"I understand. I will be waiting for you two. Here is my contact information. I'll contact you later. I have other things to do."

"Well, goodbye, Mr. Talent Scout."

And so the talent scout parted ways with Homiga, Yang Xiying, and Mingyi, and then Yang Xiying also parted ways with Mingyi and Homiga.

Before leaving, Homiga challenged Yang Xiying to a match, and Yang Xiying won in the end. He also thought that Homiga was becoming more and more adorable.

If the battle continues... it's definitely not a good time to stay in Liyong City. With that thought in mind, Yang Xiying headed straight for her next destination.

PS: Update!

PS: I finally reached level 5 of Guilty Gear...

515

Chapter 515 Arriving at the hometown of my future mother-in-law (?) and challenging the gym!

"This is Hinoki City..."

On this day, Yang Xiying and her group finally arrived at Hinoki City, the next place with a dojo, even though it took them two or three days to get there from Riku City.

Nothing particularly noteworthy happened along the way; it was simply a matter of passing through the hometown of the current Unova Regional Champion, Alder.

And try your luck at the Calculation Farm to see if you can find Riolu, the pre-evolution form of the popular Fighting Pokémon Lucario.

Unfortunately, just like when he went to the Kanto Safari Zone to look for Chansey last time, there was no trace of Riolu there anymore.

"After defeating this gym, you'll only have one badge left. It's completely different from when you were in the Kanto region."

Giratina, standing beside him, couldn't help but speak up, though his tone was somewhat teasing. After all, if they collected all the badges now, they would still have plenty of time to relax before the Unova League Conference began.

Unlike before...

"...I can still do it if I want to,"

Yang Xiying coughed awkwardly a few times in response, "Alright, let's get down to business."

"Important business? Speaking of which, the girl I met in Liyong City last time lives here. Are you planning to meet her parents beforehand?"

"What nonsense are you talking about? I'm not close enough to meet that girl's parents. Besides, a true Pokémon trainer should take collecting badges as their mission."

"So we'll go to the dojo first?"

Dialga asked a question, and Yang Xiying replied, "Of course... we'll go to the Pokémon Center first."

"--This has become a standard practice for trainer trips."

……

"Yang Xiying... isn't that the real name of the streamer that Mingyi promoted?"

Now that she has gained exposure, Yang Xiying can be recognized even when her real name is revealed, which is common at Pokémon Centers.

This time, however, it wasn't Miss Joey who was recognized, but a brown-haired woman in a nurse's uniform who looked somewhat similar to someone.

"...Uh, sister, please don't make too much of a fuss about me."

Yang Xiying's expression immediately became subtle upon realizing that this was a woman she had seen in the Pokémon games.

The woman in front of me looks somewhat like Mingyi, and judging from her age, she is very likely Mingyi's mother.

—And according to the game's lore, this character did indeed work at a Pokémon Center…

"Ha, I understand, I understand. I also heard that the child met you in Liyong City. I hope she didn't cause you any trouble."

"That's not true. Your daughter is a very well-behaved and energetic girl, and she also has great potential in Pokémon battles."

"Really? Mingyi will be very happy to hear this... Ah, sorry, we can't chat too much during work hours. Your check-in is done."

"Well, thank you."

……

"Hey, even though you didn't want to meet your parents, they came to see you anyway."

On the way to the Pokémon Center room, Giratina couldn't help but jump out and tease Yang Xiying, who didn't know what to say.

"...Let's challenge the gym after lunch."

It's noon now, and it's not a weekend, so I should be able to challenge the dojo this afternoon.

After finishing her meal, Yang Xiying headed straight for the gym in Hinoki City, which was converted from a trainer school.

So stepping into this place made Yang Xiying, who had already graduated, feel somewhat reserved, but fortunately, someone was there to meet her.

Yes, it's the familiar white-haired, bronze-colored man in sunglasses.

"Welcome to the Hinoki Gym. This gym was converted from a trainer school, so there are many children around."

"Please don't worry about it. I'll take you to the dojo now. Also, may I ask your name... Yang Xiying? Could it be that you are...?"

"Ha, the gym leader has been preparing for a long time to fight you."

During the journey, the two learned about each other's situation. After the man said that the owner had been preparing for a long time, the two arrived at the school's backyard playground.

Standing on the high platform directly in front of them was a black-haired man with glasses wearing a white shirt and blue trousers, who was none other than Hei Lian, whom Yang Xiying had seen before.

"How's life as the dojo master going, Blackie?"

"Although I was a little rusty at first, I've gotten used to it now. Also, you've finally arrived, Teacher Ge."

Yang Xiying took a few steps forward to close the distance with the person opposite him and took the initiative to greet them. He also had contact information with Hei Lian.

So I also know that this kid became the gym leader, and the first thing he did after becoming the gym leader was to ask me to challenge him.

"Yes, I got my seventh badge after challenging the Hinoki Gym, so could you tell me about the rules, Blackcore Gym Leader?"

"The gym trials are basically divided into three levels. The first level here is just a simple battle with a trainer, which is not difficult for you."

Hei Lian spoke up at this moment.

"So let's get straight to the point: a five-on-five Pokémon battle at level 50. Also, here's a hint: I'm a Normal-type Gym Leader."

His choice to become a Normal-type Gym Leader was also based on his own habits. He is good at Normal-type Pokémon because these types of Pokémon have few weaknesses.

It can handle many situations.

"Alright, let's get started without further ado,"

Yang Xiying nodded in response, but Hei Lian suddenly called for a halt.

"Wait a moment!"

"Huh? What's wrong?"

"Um, Mr. Pigeon, could we let the kids from the Trainer School watch our battle?"

"The Hinoki Gym was built at the Trainer Academy so that students would have the opportunity to see Pokémon in actual combat."

"Moreover, the legendary Pigeon Teacher's battles here seem to offer them a lot of lessons,"

Hei Lian responded somewhat embarrassedly.

“Oh, what’s the problem?”

Yang Xiying smiled in response, but in her heart she was thinking that with a child watching over them, there was no need to resort to dirty methods...

Finally, Yang Xiying and Hei Lian began their match under the watchful eyes of the children, taking out their trainer cards to enter another dimension and register their Pokémon.

"My first Pokémon is you! Chansey!"

"I'll leave the rest to you, Foretas!"

Both sides sent out their first Pokémon at this moment. Yang Xiying chose her old friend Forretress, while the other side chose a familiar one.

Chansey. Yang Xiying frowned slightly as she looked at this Pokémon. Goodness, this is what you use for a Normal-type Pokémon?

"Foretos! Invisibility Rock!"

Regardless, the nails were scattered first, and at that moment the other side gave the order.

"Chantrychnoid! Stealth Rock!"

Both sides used the same type of move, and now both sides have laid nails on both sides. Then both sides gave orders again!

"Foretos! Volt, take over!"

"Chicken Egg! Throw on Earth!"

Chansey took the initiative, and with its base Speed ​​stat of 50, it was faster than Forretress, launching Forretress high into the air!

With a thud, Forretress landed, losing a little over 30% of its health. Seismic Toss is a move that deals damage to the opponent equal to its own level. Since the Pokémon Master's Battle Level is currently 50, it dealt 50 damage!

"TUO—!"

Forrettos spun at high speed, crackling with electricity as it crashed into Chansey, reducing Chansey's health by 2%. The difference in damage between the two was striking!