Reborn Pokémon: My childhood sweetheart is Xiaoguang.

The electrical setup is complete, with crisscrossing currents rising around the site to form a massive power grid.

Not only did it successfully block the Longtailed Fox's attack, it was also able to intercept the Rocket Sparrow hovering in the air.

However, dealing with two opponents in succession also greatly depletes Lecter's stamina.

"Clemont, you can't hold on much longer, give up," Ash advised.

A composed smile played on Citron's lips.

"Ash, you still don't understand. This battle is not about winning or losing. As long as we can achieve our strategic objectives, it doesn't matter if I lose here."

Clifton thought that, given Doroba and Shana's speed, they should have already reached the crystal location.

"But... it seems that your strategic objectives haven't been achieved, Citron."

Serena smiled gently and pointed to the projection screen that had suddenly appeared in the air.

"Huh? Trying to confuse me? That trick won't work on me... What!!!"

Citron was initially nonchalant, but when he caught a glimpse of the projection out of the corner of his eye, the smile on his face instantly froze.

Because what he saw was his dear little sister directing the bouncy mouse to approach the crystal.

The integrator on the Drum Mouse is just one step away from the crystal.

"No!!"

As if hearing his call, Dongdong Mouse moved closer to the crystal.

Crack!

A crisp cracking sound rang out, and Citron felt a sudden darkness engulf his vision.

We're doomed...

A huge explosion rang out, the energy crystal shattered, and dazzling light filled the entire arena.

"Congratulations to the Red Team! They have successfully destroyed the Blue Team's energy crystal and won the match!"

"Hey, did we win?"

In the top lane, Shota and Tierno were being pushed back by Hikari, but upon hearing the news of their victory, they both breathed a sigh of relief.

However, they were so busy dodging the attacks that they only vaguely heard about victory.

Don't even think about it, I'm sure I'll win.

Tierno hugged the Squirtle next to her and excitedly shouted to Hikari, "Sis, that's enough! We can stop now, the match is over!"

"it's over?"

Xiao Guang felt a little regretful; she was almost down the third tower, and with a little more effort, she could have pushed to the high ground.

However, since things had come to this point, she still ordered the twin sword sheaths to stop attacking.

"Our efforts finally paid off, Wartortle, we won!"

Tierno hugged Swarm tightly, his voice filled with excitement.

Although Shota didn't hear the details clearly, he was also swayed by Tierno's appearance.

“Forest lizard, let’s hug it too.”

"just."

The forest lizard and Shota also gave each other a brief hug.

"What...what are you doing?"

Xiao Guang looked at the two of them excitedly and was a little confused.

The red team won, so why are you two singing and dancing like this?

"Isn't this a bit too excited?"

Tierno had just started speaking when he looked up and saw Eurydice standing in the crystal position.

This girl isn't on their team, is she?

Tierno's smile froze instantly, and he asked cautiously, "Um, which team just won?"

"Us."

Xiao Guang looked at him with some confusion.

Isn't this obvious? Why ask it again?

"Whoa!"

Upon hearing the definite answer, Tierno truly cried this time.

After being beaten for so long, it would have been fine if we had won, but we still lost.

Then all that fighting was for nothing...

Shota wasn't that sad, perhaps because he hadn't been beaten that many times. He was just seriously reflecting on his actions.

It seems my practice is still far from enough; I must work harder next time.

Afterwards, Yulijia hugged Dongdong Mouse and jumped up and down excitedly: "Dongdong Mouse, great, we won!"

Ellie patted Fatty Hali's broad shoulder and smiled brightly: "Well done, Fatty Hali, you looked absolutely stunning today!"

"Hali?"

Fatty Hali looked completely bewildered.

What's going on? Weren't we about to lose? How did we suddenly win?

Although the members of the blue team looked disappointed, they accepted the result of defeat with equanimity.

During the video call, Dr. Tomboro looked at the arena and said thoughtfully, "Dr. Blatano is really good at this. This team battle mode can also test tactical combinations. I will also suggest to Kanaz Academy to promote it sometime."

Professor Yamanashi nodded, his tone tinged with satisfaction: "The battle system that Xiaoyun came up with not only breaks the limitations of traditional one-on-one battles, but also subtly cultivates trainers' teamwork spirit. It is indeed worth popularizing in more regions."

Bratano stood to the side, listening to the approval of his two colleagues, and couldn't help but smile slightly.

It was worth all the hard work he put into setting up the scene. I think I heard Xiaoyun mention that there are other ways to play. I'll ask her about it later.

As night deepened, the summer camp finally reached its destination, and a roaring bonfire was lit in the open space.

At the party, the boys and girls sat in a circle to review the day's battles, and amidst laughter and chatter, the distance between them quietly closed.

Only Ellie was squatting in the corner, and Fatty Hali was equally dejected.

No matter what they do, they just can't use those powerful moves; they just can't get them to work.

Well, so this is just a trial card, a one-time use one, right?

He's lost his chance to win the championship.

Finally, the summer camp came to an end.

After saying goodbye to Ash and the others, Xiaoyun and her friend continued their journey from Sara City along Route 12.

Two days later at noon, the two found a place by the river to rest, where they ran into two acquaintances.

"What's going on with you two? Are you being chased by enemies?"

Xiaoyun couldn't help but want to laugh.

Among the newcomers, one was dressed in a black ninja outfit, his mouth and nose completely covered. The other sported a signature bright yellow short haircut, which was now a mess, giving him the appearance of a down-on-his-luck genius.

Ninja Sanpei, Little Yellow Hair A-Xun.

At this moment, they all shared one thing in common: they were in a very disheveled state.

"Drink some water first."

"thank you."

Xiao Guang handed over two bottles of water, and the two of them took them and gulped down several mouthfuls. After a while, they finally recovered.

Ah Xun, panting heavily, complained with a frustrated expression:

"Xiaoyun, you don't know, there was this idiot who chased us like a mad dog. Even if the two of us teamed up, we couldn't beat him. We tried to take a detour, but he blocked our way. We were so unlucky!"

"Someone's chasing you? With your strength, if you can't beat them, why don't you call for help?"

Xiaoyun asked curiously, and also helped Xiaoguang tuck a stray strand of hair behind his ear.

For some reason, Ah Xun suddenly felt a little full.

Sanping had recovered by then, and pointed at Axun:

"He's the one I called over."

Ah Xun suddenly shut up. She had originally intended to help Sanping get revenge, but it turned out that her opponent was quite formidable.

"Ah this..."

Xiaoyun looked at Axun. Sometimes, silence says it all.

Ah Xun got a little anxious under their gaze and stubbornly defended himself: "That's because I wasn't prepared. If the other side hadn't run away so fast, I almost would have won."

"But you just said you were being hunted down."

Xiao Guang suddenly interrupted, his tone brief but to the point.

Ah Xun choked up instantly.

Ouch, what are you doing?

"Alright, alright, stop arguing. Where is that person now? I'll help you deal with him."

Xiao Yun stood up and stretched his wrists. He had been itching for a fight these past few days, and having a worthy opponent was just what he needed.

No sooner had the words been spoken than a melodramatic chant suddenly came from the riverbank.

"Ninja Art: Water Release Technique!"

Suddenly, the calm river surface churned up, and a thick column of water shot into the sky, splashing onto the ground.

After the splashing water mist dissipated, a man dressed in a dark blue ninja outfit and wearing a cunning tengu mask appeared, followed by a huge tortoise-footed giant armor.

Clearly, the water column just now was its masterpiece.

Upon seeing this, Ah Xun instantly flew into a rage, pointing at the masked man and shouting, "Damn it! You actually followed us? You really think we're easy to bully?!"

Xiaoyun kindly reminded Axun, "Um, don't use foul language."

"Is that the point?!" Ah Xun complained, raising his voice several octaves.

Sanping was on high alert, and said to Xiaoyun with a solemn expression, "Mr. Xiaoyun, this is the person who defeated me and Ah Xun. His goal is the secret scroll entrusted to me by my master."

"Who...who defeated him? I was just careless!"

Ah Xun retorted defiantly, pointing at the masked man and saying, "Come on, let's have another fight if you dare."

"You are not qualified to duel with me. Hand over the true secret manual, and I will leave immediately without further entanglement."

The masked man didn't even glance at Ah Xun; he just stared at the scroll in Sanping's hand.

"puff...."

Xiaoyun barely managed to suppress her laughter, while Axun, feeling he was losing face, pulled out a Poké Ball and tossed it forward: "Don't you all interfere, let me handle this!"

boom!

A flash of red light appeared, and a Pokémon resembling a hedgehog, clad in turquoise armor, landed on the ground.

Its white beard extends all the way to its abdomen, and each part is protected by green armor.

"Drip."

"Bricaron, the Spiked Armor Pokémon"

Type: Grass/Fighting

"Description: The human shield of the Pokémon world. Stacking is its life motto. Its fists can withstand bomb blasts when clasped together. Its hidden ability, Bulletproof, makes it immune to ball-type moves. It's practically a mobile tank."

“Bron...”

Bricaron slowly turned his head to look at Rotom.

Crab meat isn't even there, you have great taste!

"The final form of the starter Pokémon, Jun, you're quite lucky."

Xiaoyun raised an eyebrow.

Although this kid didn't take shortcuts like Shinji, he's still pretty lucky.

He had previously snatched a gifted Froakie, and not long after, he captured a Bricaron that had reached its final evolution. It was truly enviable.

"That's right! I'm Uncle Ah Xun, of course my luck is top-notch!"

Ah Xun puffed out her chest, raised her chin at the masked man, and arrogantly said:

"Hey you over there, if you know what's good for you, beg for mercy now, or I'll take you down in no time."

"Oh? Then give it a try."

The masked man seemed to have been provoked by Ah Xun. He temporarily put down the scroll, crossed his arms, and coldly ordered, "Turtle-Foot Giant Armor, use the Shell Blade!"

The giant tortoise-footed armor suddenly raised its two lower arms, energy condensing at the tips of its claws, transforming into sharp, shell-shaped blades, launching a swift and fierce attack.

"Good, Bricaron, use the rear shell to block it!"

Ah Xun's eyes sharpened.

Bricaron immediately turned around, his green armor gleaming with a cold, hard luster, and aimed at the incoming tortoise-footed giant armor.

Bang bang!

Bricaron was immediately propelled backward several meters by the impact, but he managed to block the attack.

"And then, the mallet!"

"Brown!"

Bricaron roared, turned around abruptly, and raised his arms high.

The dense grass-type energy quickly transformed into a huge green energy hammer, which roared down towards the tortoise-footed giant armor that had not yet finished its attack.

Boom boom!

Grass-type attacks are four times super effective against Water/Rock-type Giant Armored Gripen, making this attack incredibly powerful.

The giant tortoise-foot armor was instantly smashed away, kicking up a cloud of dust.

"Well done, Ah Xun! Great job!"

Sanping excitedly clenched his fist; watching that giant hammer was really exciting.

"Tch, this is a piece of cake."

The blond-haired boy smirked smugly.

Xiaoyun added insult to injury at the opportune moment: "Then why didn't you use it before?"

Ah Xun's expression froze: "Enough with the nagging! I just didn't have time!"

He couldn't very well say that his Roserade had been knocked down right at the start, could he?

"You're quite strong, let's try again!"

The masked man's eyes darkened, clearly indicating he had no intention of backing down.

A fierce glint flashed in the eyes of the giant tortoise-footed armored creature. It gathered power in all four arms and pounced on Bricaron once more, its attack even more ferocious than before.

"Bricalon, keep using the rear shell to block!"

Ah Xun's confidence soared, and he repeated his previous tactics without hesitation.

Bricaron stood firmly, turned its body again, and met the hard back shell with it.

boom!

This time, the sound of the collision was still deafening, but Bricaron stood firmly in place, without taking a single step back.

This made Ah Xun even more arrogant:

"Oh, is that all you've got? You dare to challenge Grandpa Ah Xun? You're simply overestimating yourself!"

"It's too early to say that. The Turtle-Foot Giant Armor didn't just use a shell blade."

The masked man suddenly curled the corners of his mouth into a meaningful smile.

“Bron...”

The next second, Bricaron suddenly squatted down, and strange purple patterns appeared on his face, clearly indicating that he had been poisoned.

"Damn it! You have no martial ethics, you actually used poison!"

Ah Xun reacted instantly and pointed at the masked man, angrily rebuking him.

"Martial virtue? I am a ninja. Completing the mission is my first principle. The process is never my concern."

The masked man chuckled, turned to look at the hesitant Sanping, and coaxed him in a suggestive tone:

"Kid, I'm giving you a choice now. Your friend's Pokémon is poisoned. Hand over the secret manual, and I'll give you the antidote. Or, you can choose to watch it slowly die from the poison."

What would you choose?

"Sanping, ignore him, we have..."

Before Ah Xun could finish speaking, Xiao Yun suddenly reached out and covered his mouth, pulling him to her side.

Ah Xun stared wide-eyed, blinking blankly. Xiao Yun also blinked at him, exchanging quick glances.

Ah Xun: What are you doing? We have Shemi, what are we afraid of?

Xiaoyun: Never mind, just watch the show.

Ah Xun: What do you mean? Is there some juicy gossip?

Xiaoyun: Anyway, don't worry about it.

Xiao Guang, who was watching the two's actions from the side, or perhaps because she was familiar with A Xun, suspected that the two might have some kind of strange quirk.

If it really exists, what will she do?

"Double update today! And... I'm exhausted, so please, dear readers, support me with some love and effort! Please!"