Chapter 139: The Principal's Request! Go to Petalburg City
Pokémon Data: Shiftry
Item: Life Orb
Ability: Chlorophyll
Moves: Growth, Heat Wave, Protect, Focus Blast, Knock Off, Solar Blade, Leaf Blade
Strength: Vocational Tier 1
Comprehensive Combat Power: 123,000
Potential: High
Qin Yun was momentarily stunned before nodding in understanding.
Devon Corporation, a corporate giant in the Pokémon world, ranked second only to Silph Co. (formerly known as Shirou Industries). It was headquartered in Rustboro City, a hub of scientific innovation and education in the Hoenn region. Notably, the Rustboro Gym Leader, Roxanne, was also a teacher at Rustboro High School, one of the top three high schools in the Hoenn League.
North Rustboro City, a satellite city, functioned similarly to North Petalburg City. Although it had its own Gym Leader, their strength wasn't on par with Roxanne's.
"So, will you head to Petalburg City to meet up with us, or go to North Rustboro City first?" someone asked.
"I haven't been to Petalburg City yet," Qin Yun admitted. "Might as well check it out."
After his recent intense battles, Qin Yun preferred to rest before the next challenge. He had never seen a professional-tier Pokémon duel up close before.
Petalburg City, positioned centrally in the Hoenn region, was easily accessible from all major locations. It had the region's only high-speed train connection outside of Slateport and Mauville.
"Ah, it's fine. I didn't do much to help anyway," Qin Yun responded to a thank-you from his companion.
His current goal was to train against high-level Pokémon, particularly pseudo-legendaries like Garchomp, Dragonite, and Hydreigon.
Meanwhile, Tsing Yi, a quiet but formidable Trainer, took her Gym Badge without a word and left. The battle had lasted less than five minutes—Shiftry had no chance.
"That was impressive," someone muttered.
Mo Manqi, Shiftry's Trainer, looked displeased. Although this Shiftry wasn't part of her main team, losing so quickly stung.
Qin Yun noted that her battle style heavily relied on Psychic and Fairy-types. Her Gardevoir, in particular, displayed remarkable control over moves like Teleport, Psychic, Psyshock, and Moonblast.
While leaving the Gym, Qin Yun received a call. The moment he saw the name on the screen—Teacher Su, his homeroom teacher—he knew something was up.
"Ahem," she hesitated before speaking. "Actually… I have a classmate—my old rival, really—who's now the principal of Rustboro Province. She called to brag about their school's strength…"
Qin Yun's eyebrow twitched. "So?"
Teacher Su sighed. "I need you to help me save face."
Qin Yun recalculated his route. His original plan had been to pass through Petalburg Woods before heading to Rustboro City. However, if he took the high-speed train from Petalburg instead, he could get there faster.
"Fine, I'll do it."
Teacher Su sounded relieved. "Thank you. Also, congratulations on winning the Yurong Gym battle!"
At that moment, Qin Yun's team approached. They were heading back to their university, but before leaving, they smiled and said, "You'll always be our boss."
Qin Yun smirked. Even Zhang Haochen, who had been hesitant at first, now treated him as their leader.
That morning, Qin Yun made his final preparations. The principal and the others opted for the train, but he had a different plan.
"Petalburg Woods should have some decent wild Pokémon," he mused. "I might as well go through it on foot."
His long-term strategy was set—travel through Hoenn's major cities, challenge their Gyms, and claim the rewards.
"Alright, let's get going."
As he walked toward the bus station, Xiaoya, flustered, blurted out, "W-Would you watch a movie with me sometime?"
Qin Yun chuckled, rolling his eyes. "Let's just get to Petalburg first."
Little did he know, this trip would lead to encounters with even stronger Trainers and Pokémon.
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