The soul penetrates Xiaozhi and destroys Gou Hao at the beginning

"As expected of Guzma, he's so cool!"

After the referee and host announced the result, the Skull team members in the audience cheered for their leader.

Their excitement was as if they had achieved this victory themselves.

"West Lion Sea Ren!"

Shui Lian rushed forward and helped up the barely alive West Lion Seaman.

"Come back, you've really had a hard time, West Lion Seaman."

After offering a few words of reassurance, I put it back into its Poké Ball.

"Come back, armored warrior."

Too weak.

Guzma withdrew his armored warrior and glanced coldly at Shui Lian, who was kneeling on the ground, supporting Xi Shi Hai Ren, her face full of defeat.

After uttering those three words, he turned and left without hesitation, heading towards the players' tunnel to prepare to leave.

"Stop! A Pokémon battle isn't over until both sides compliment each other!" Liz shouted angrily.

However, Guzma completely ignored Liz and walked straight out of the venue.

Before leaving, he exchanged a glance with Dr. Kukui, who was watching the battle from inside the venue. His eyes were full of contempt and mockery, as if to say,

"See? The students you've taught are nothing special. See? The Alola League's level is just like this. Kukui, just wait and see me win the championship, and then wait to be destroyed along with this lousy league."

Dr. Kukui gritted his teeth, but for the time being, he had no way to deal with Guzma.

With this, all four matches of the quarterfinals of the Alola League Manalo Tournament have concluded.

Ignoring the rest of the tournament proceedings, Ash hurriedly went with his friends to the backstage contestants' room to find Lana.

Upon arrival, they found Lana preparing to take Primarina to the Pokémon Center to ask Nurse Joy and her friends for treatment.

"Water lotus!"

“Mao, and everyone else too.”

"You did your best," Ash said, patting Lana on the shoulder.

"Ah."

Shui Lian nodded.

“But Guzma is really too rough,” Mao said, dissatisfied.

“Yes, I really dislike his fighting style during matches,” Lillie added.

“I can’t forgive him either,” Mamane chimed in.

“But he didn’t foul,” Shui Lian said calmly.

“Indeed not. He made a calm judgment and broke through the West Lion Sea Raider’s attack. He knows very well what move to use in what situation.” Kachi nodded.

"I've given it my all, but my opponent is stronger than me."

"I will continue to study, train hard, raise Pokémon, and improve myself," Lana said firmly.

clap clap clap!

Upon hearing this, Ash couldn't help but applaud for Lana.

For Shui Lian, having such awareness is a treasure even more precious than becoming a champion.

Ash looked at Lana with great satisfaction.

Upon learning that her opponent was Guzma, she not only did not show any fear, but instead forged ahead bravely.

During the battle, they never thought of giving up. No matter how great the difficulties and predicaments, they persisted in fighting with their partner Pokémon Primarina until the last moment. Even in defeat, they were still honorable!

Before the battle: There was no fear before the battle even began; the courage is commendable, and we forge ahead!

During the battle: Never give up, fight to the very last moment!

After the battle: Able to calmly analyze the opponent's strengths and one's own weaknesses, accept defeat with equanimity, not fall into confusion because of a single defeat, quickly recover, always be optimistic and positive, and even learn from shame to be brave.

In conclusion: Lily truly lives up to her reputation as a playful mermaid, representing the vastest ocean in Alola.

When the waves are raging, it can fish for Georgod and fight Guzma.

He enjoys fishing when things are calm, and his corny jokes are unpredictable.

If we were to rank the companions solely based on their combat strength, then without a doubt, Kachi would be first, Lana second, Lillie and Mamane tied for third, and Mao fifth.

Mallow's fifth-place ranking isn't due to the Pokémon themselves, but rather the trainer's.

If we consider the combined combat power as one unit, then Sweet Cold Queen and Shaymi alone account for eight units, Z Crystal and Z Bracelet account for two and a half units, and Mao owes half a unit.

Ash looked at Kiawe and Lana with such pride, and at Mallow, with such disappointment.

When will these three grow up to be as outstanding as Kachi and Shui Lian?

Battle is brutal; if you don't kill your opponent, they'll kill you.

Those who treat life-or-death battles as child's play are destined to die in battle.

There's no such thing as showing mercy or being brutal; giving it your all is the greatest respect you can show your opponent.

Anyone who says something like that clearly hasn't experienced the torment of being a subjugated or reduced to a smaller party in a game.

Mamane and Lillie performed quite well in the match, fighting with all their might until the very end despite knowing they were no match for their opponents.

It's not a big problem to say this now.

But Mao, you really have no right to say such things.

You don't like Guzma's brutal fighting style, so do you want to be like him, crying and whining during battles, and surrendering after only a few moves?

What kind of Carlos playstyle?

In that case, would both sides participating in Pokémon battles increase their strength?

At least in this battle against Guzma, both Lana and Seishin gained growth and experience.

Right, do you think Lana showed more growth in her two battles at the Alola League Manalo Conference, the battle against Mallow or the battle against Guzma?

It is undoubtedly the latter.

Meanwhile, after all the matches for today were completed, Shi Kuang also announced the group list for the upcoming semi-finals.

Not only in the main venue, but also in the players' rooms and the lobby of the Pokémon Center, there are broadcasts, so you won't miss it.

"Sorry for keeping you all waiting. We are now about to announce the group draw for the third round of the Alola League Manalo Tournament, which will be held tomorrow. This will be the semifinals, where the four teams will advance to the next two."

The first match is between player Kaki and player Gladio!

The second match is between Ash and Guzma!

Both of these matches are highly anticipated; what kind of sparks will they create?

Starting with tomorrow's semifinals, each player will be allowed to send out two Pokémon in two-on-two battles.

Let's wait and see tomorrow!

“It’s Kachi and his brother,” Lillie said.

“Yes, I am very satisfied with this opponent,” Kachi said.

Gladgio remained silent as always.

"Ash!" Lana exclaimed, immediately turning to look at Ash.

"Ash versus Guzma!" Mamane exclaimed in surprise.

"Ash, you absolutely must avenge Lana!" Mallow said.