A water-type trainer who specializes in dragon-type water.

Inside the arena, Duan Guanjun, Li Guanjun and Zhang Leiyuan were talking within the telekinetic barrier formed by Alakazam, attracting the attention of everyone present.

Everyone held their breath, their eyes filled with wonder and awe. If any one of these three top experts stomped their feet, the entire Pokémon training world in China would tremble.

Yet, despite their burning curiosity, no one dared to disturb them. Around the arena, the audience craned their necks, not daring to make a sound, fearing that even the slightest noise would disrupt the delicate atmosphere.

The staff also maintained their respective posts. The usual whispering was gone. Everyone tacitly chose to listen quietly, even if they could only catch a few words.

In a relatively secluded corner outside the stadium, Zhuzi was standing alone, looking into the stadium from time to time, helping Zhang Heng find those who attacked him.

At this time, a tall young woman walked towards him with a brisk pace and a smile on her face.

"Hey, Bamboo, I finally found you!"

It was Su Guo from the Northeast region, one of the trainers who had quickly taken action when the aftermath of the energy beam spread to the venue.

Su Guo greeted them familiarly, "I'm a trainer specially assigned from the Northeast. My name is Su Guo. Regarding bringing you to work in the Northeast, I think you should have received a transfer order from Central China. What do you think?"

Zhuzi smiled softly and responded, "So it's Ms. Su. I'm still thinking about it. Although I've heard about it before, this is a major decision after all. How can I make up my mind all at once?"

Su Guo approached with great interest and said, "Our Northeast is a great place. It's rich in Pokémon resources and has a unique ecological environment, which is extremely beneficial for the cultivation and development of Ice-type Pokémon. With your strength, you will definitely be able to carve out a new world in the Northeast."

Zhuzi nodded slightly, looking thoughtful. "I know the Ice Pokémon ecosystem in Northeast China is great, but I also have a lot of concerns in South China. My friends, and the foundation we've laid over the years..."

Su Guo patted Zhuzi's shoulder and said with a smile, "I understand. Change is always difficult. But think about it, there's a vast world waiting for you to explore in the Northeast. The Northeast has a unique environment for the growth of Ice-type Pokémon. You'll know when you go there."

The two chatted back and forth, talking about everything from the details of Pokémon breeding to the customs and habits of different places.

Su Guo spoke eloquently, describing the magnificent snow scenery of Northeast China and the bustling ice Pokémon market, trying to make Zhuzi's yearning for Northeast China even stronger.

The two men focused their attention on the competition. Su Guo struck while the iron was hot and mentioned it again: "Zhuzi, with your abilities, it's unlikely that you'll be able to recreate the glory of your grandfathers and become one of the three top masters. If you join the Northeast, you'll definitely be able to tap into your deeper potential. My Blizzard King is the best example. Ice Pokémon are really powerful, right?"

Zhuzi was slightly startled, but quickly understood the implication of Su Guo's words. A hint of thought flashed in his eyes, and his gaze turned back to the arena.

At this time, Zhang Leiyuan's brows were twisted into the shape of a "川" character in the telekinetic barrier, and his eyes were full of struggle and hesitation.

The East China region not only has an environment with crisscrossing water sources, but also has a unique Pokémon ecosystem due to its unique geographical environment.

At the same time, East China is also an important economic center in China, with many prosperous cities embedded in it like shining pearls.

In particular, Shanghai, known as a port for foreign trade, has gathered business elites and wealth resources from all over the world. Whether in finance and trade, technological innovation or culture and art, Shanghai has demonstrated unparalleled charm and strength, becoming an important engine leading China's development.

For Zhang Leiyuan, attraction coexists with unknown challenges.

The thought of leaving the familiar central and southern China and starting all over again makes my heart feel like it is entangled by thousands of threads, a tangled mess.

"The situation in East China is complicated, with various forces intertwined. Can I really achieve anything if I go there?" Zhang Leiyuan's voice unconsciously became heavy, and he looked straight at Duan Guanjun with some doubts and many confusions.

Duan Guanjun's expression was calm, his gaze firm, and he responded with a determined tone, "Precisely because of the complexity, we need a powerful trainer like you to break the status quo. The first East China Champion is about to retire. With your ability, as long as you put in the time, you will ascend to the championship throne in no time. By then, the new situation you have opened up for China will be far beyond what can be achieved in Central China."

Zhang Leiyuan was conflicted and was caught in a dilemma after Duan Guanjun suggested going to East China.

Duan Guanjun keenly noticed Zhang Leiyuan's dilemma, sighed slightly, and softened his tone a little: "I understand your dilemma. This is a major decision after all. You don't have to answer me now. Go back and think it over carefully. The opportunities in East China are always there. Wait until you have thought it through before setting off again."

Zhang Leiyuan nodded slightly, a hint of gratitude flashing in his eyes: "Thank you for your understanding, Duan Guanjun. Give me some time, and I will give you an answer."

Just then, a commotion erupted outside the arena. Reporters, having heard about the changes to the Championship Challenge, rushed in, eager to get the latest news.

Inside the arena, everyone eagerly awaited the final result. Duan Guanjun stepped forward steadily, his gaze sweeping across the field. Then, in a steady and powerful voice, he declared, "This championship match is a draw!"

Duan Guanjun paused for a moment before speaking again, his gaze fixed on Zhang Leiyuan with a serious expression: "Although the match ended in a draw, everyone has witnessed the strength Zhang Leiyuan displayed on the field. His championship position will be reassigned."

As soon as these words were spoken, the discussion at the scene became more and more lively, and everyone speculated about the deeper meaning behind this "other arrangement".

Zhang Heng was startled when he heard the news and subconsciously turned to look at Zhuzi. Zhuzi was also puzzled. The two of them exchanged glances, each seeing confusion in the other's eyes.

At this time, the media reporters outside the stadium could no longer contain themselves and rushed into the stadium like a surging tide, holding their cameras and microphones high in their hands, and flashes of light went off one after another, making the outside of the stadium as bright as day.

Zhang Leiyuan stood there, feeling a mixture of emotions. The future of East China, filled with both opportunities and challenges, now lingered like a fog in his mind.

After hearing Duan Guanjun announce the draw result, the mysterious man who had been sitting high in the shadows of the VIP room narrowed his eyes like cold stars.

His voice was low and hoarse. He said, "Even if I force them to add an extra game, it seems that they can't change the draw. It turns out that their plan all along was to push the Zhang family's leader to the East China region."

His words carried a knowing, yet profound disdain. Then, the mysterious man snorted coldly, "What a bunch of sanctimonious fellows, just enjoying these formalities. Well, let's go."

As soon as he finished speaking, the dark ball in his hand suddenly shot out, and a strange light instantly bloomed.

In the blink of an eye, a strange-looking Pokémon, possessing only a single, giant, vertical eye, appeared out of thin air. A dangerous aura surrounded the Pokémon, which slowly raised its hands. Within its palms, a bottomless black abyss began to gather.

As it moved, the surrounding light seemed to be greedily swallowed by the abyss, and the temperature dropped sharply, becoming bone-chillingly cold.

The mysterious man walked slowly towards the black abyss, with a subtle sneer on his face, as if he was mocking everything in the world.

When his body completely sank into the black abyss, the Pokémon gently clasped his hands together, and the black abyss instantly disappeared, as if it had never appeared...