Pokémon: A Strong Man from the Slums

With the solemn and authoritative voice of the referee, the whistle of the game came to an abrupt end, marking the end of this fierce confrontation.

The two trainers, Yu Longyan and Lin Tao, each gently took back their loyal companions - those Pokémons who were fighting hard on the battlefield.

Although they were tired at this moment, their eyes sparkled with pride and satisfaction of fighting alongside their masters.

With a slight shake of the Poké Ball, they disappeared into the small device and returned to their own little world, ready to face the next challenge.

At this moment, deafening cheers erupted from the audience, rushing towards the ring like a tide and flooding the entire arena.

Yu Longyan's name was shouted again and again. Her victory inspired the enthusiasm of everyone present. The applause was like thunder in a storm, and it lasted for a long time.

And she, standing on the stage, with a confident and proud smile on her face, fully enjoyed the recognition and praise from all sides.

In contrast, Lin Tao's expression seemed a little complicated. He took a deep breath, and a trace of unwillingness flashed in his eyes, but it was soon replaced by relief.

He shook his head gently, as if talking to himself: "My strength still has room for improvement."

This sentence is both a profound reflection on oneself and a hopeful commitment to the future.

He knew that failure was not terrible, what was really terrible was losing the courage to move forward.

As the passion of the audience gradually subsided, the entire venue returned to a brief tranquility.

At this time, a host dressed in a gorgeous dress walked lightly to the center of the stage. His appearance immediately attracted everyone's attention.

He raised the microphone and announced in a loud and passionate voice: "Dear audience friends, the exciting moment has arrived! The group stage of the Padilla Youth Conference has come to a successful conclusion. Next, we will witness the birth of the more intense quarter-finals! Now, let us look forward to the mysterious unveiling of the quarter-final draw!"

As the host finished speaking, the whole venue became lively again.

Wang Chen, Camilla, Helena, Alice, Gladion, Hope, Neemo and Yulongyan, the eight elite trainers who stood out in the group stage, slowly walked to the center of the ring.

Their appearance brought the audience's expectations to a peak, and everyone's heart was filled with endless imagination about the upcoming showdown.

"First, please allow contestant Wang Chen to open the draw for us!" the host announced loudly, his tone full of anticipation.

Wang Chen nodded slightly and walked towards the drawing box placed in the center of the ring with firm steps.

It is a beautifully decorated wooden box filled with small notes that determine fate.

He took a deep breath, as if to cheer himself up, then reached in and carefully pulled out a piece of paper.

Unfolding the note, it clearly read "Number 2".

This means that Wang Chen’s next opponent will be the trainer who draws number seven.

"Next, it's the turn of our brave and elegant contestant Camilla!" The host once again ignited the atmosphere with his usual high spirits.

Camilla, a trainer known for her unique charm and superb skills, walked towards the lottery box with a smile.

Under the gaze of countless eyes, she stretched out her slender fingers and gently reached into the lottery box, as if she was choosing a gift from the god of fate.

After a moment, she pulled out her own note, on which was clearly written "Number 3".

This means that Camilla will face an opponent who draws number six, and a battle full of unknowns is about to take place.

Next, it was Helena's turn. The trainer known for her calmness and wisdom walked towards the lottery box in a leisurely manner.

When her fingers touched the pieces of paper that carried fate, a subtle sense of tension filled the air.

In the end, she drew "number six", which not only determined that she would face Camilla in the quarterfinals, but also foreshadowed that a collision of skills and strategies was about to begin.

"Now, let's welcome contestant Helena and see which number she will draw!" The host's voice sounded again, focusing the audience's attention on Helena.

When she pulled out the note, the number "six" on it jumped into her eyes, and there was a burst of exclamations from the audience. After all, this meant that she would have a direct confrontation with Camilla, which would undoubtedly be a highly anticipated match.

As the host called the remaining contestants to the stage one by one to draw lots, the whole process was like a carefully choreographed drama, with every movement and every look full of suspense and expectation.

Soon, the drawing ceremony symbolizing the intersection of destinies came to an end, and every trainer held his own destiny number in his hand.

Alice, a trainer beloved for her gentle yet tough personality, drew note number 4, while Gladion, known for his calm and composed nature, drew note number 5.

This means that the two trainers will become each other's opponents in the quarterfinals, and a showdown combining wisdom and strength is about to take place.

Hep, a young trainer full of energy and innovative spirit, drew paper number seven, which indicates that he will face Wang Chen in the quarterfinals. The battle between the two will surely be full of passion and sparks.

In the end, Neemo and Yulongyan drew the "number one" and "number eight" notes respectively, which means that they will meet in the quarterfinals. The contest between the two extremely powerful female trainers will undoubtedly become a highlight of the event.

When the draw ceremony came to an end, the matchups for the quarterfinals were revealed, and each pair was full of stories and possibilities.

The first match of the quarterfinals - seven days later, Nimo VS Yulongyan.

Second match of the quarterfinals - Eight days later, Wang Chen vs. Hepp

The third match of the quarterfinals - nine days later, Camilla vs. Helena

Quarterfinals, Game 4 - Ten Days Later, Alice vs. Gladion

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"Huh! I will face Hepp in the quarter-finals in eight days. According to my previous observation, Hepp's strength is not that strong. As long as I prepare well, it should be no problem for me to defeat him easily!" Wang Chen said confidently.

Afterwards, Wang Chen released his six main elves in this highest-level training ground he rented.

After these six main elves were released, Wang Chen had no intention of increasing their training volume. He only let them do some basic training to maintain their condition.

At this moment, Wang Chen's six main elves have reached the limit of the king level. It is impossible to make a breakthrough through training in such a short time.

So instead of spending time and effort training these six elves, it is better to keep them in good shape!