Chapter 131 Genius Girl
Chapter 131 Genius Girl
Because Naki was unwilling to face the Liuli family, Lin Ye went to the venue alone.
This is a large, professional arena in Lilycove City specifically for Water-type Pokémon battles, and it looks like a giant blue water droplet.
Just as Lin Ye was led to the door by the sniper tree owl, a white figure rushed out and almost bumped into him.
"Lin Ye!"
Xiao Guang's face flushed slightly, whether from nervousness or from not being able to control himself, he buried himself directly in Lin Ye's arms.
"Alright, alright, now that I'm here, I won't let you suffer any injustice."
"Thank you~, you're so kind."
The young lady blushed even more, wishing she could bury her entire face in Lin Ye's strong chest.
After a long while, Miss Plantina slowly raised her head and immediately spotted the handsome sniper tree owl!
"Wow~, Lin Ye, you've recruited a new partner again. It's actually a Sniper Tree Owl, and its energy level seems to be quite high."
The Rugoro family, which is being considered, will most likely use Water-type Pokémon, and Decidueye's Grass-type is quite advantageous. No wonder you're so confident.
"Hehe~, I've caught more than just Decidueye recently. When the battle starts, I'll check the opponent's Pokémon before deciding who to send out."
Seeing Lin Ye's confidence and composure, Prandina completely relaxed, and naturally took Lin Ye's arm with hers as they walked into the venue.
As they walked down the corridor near the venue, they bumped into a young man in a sharp suit.
The young man appeared to be about twenty-two or twenty-three years old, of medium build, with a carefully styled hairstyle, but one could immediately see the already thinning hair on the top of his head, which subtly reflected light under the lamp.
The young man had an arrogant expression. When he saw Xiao Guang, a smirk appeared on his face. He puffed out his chest, revealing the gleaming glass family crest hanging on his chest, and said in a tone that tried hard to sound smooth and worldly:
"Miss Plantina, your partner has finally arrived? I thought you were going to just grab anyone from the company. Of course, that wouldn't look good."
The young lady exuded her powerful aura: "Director Mi, you've gone to so much trouble. You even expedited such a small matter as contract approval, so how could I possibly neglect something as important as a battle?"
"Not at all, it's all just business. As you all know, developing a mineral vein involves a lot of work. I, Mi Xiaojun, am just doing basic work, how could I dare to be negligent?"
The young man who called himself Mi Xiaojun chuckled and shrugged, then turned his gaze to Lin Ye:
"This is your partner. He's a new face. I wonder which family he's from!"
"There's no such thing as a family. My name is Lin Ye, just an ordinary trainer~~"
Upon hearing this, Mi Xiaojun showed no disdain whatsoever; instead, his smile grew even brighter.
"It's alright. A hero's origins don't matter. Our Liuli family also enjoys exchanging ideas with talented trainers from all walks of life. After today's sparring session, we won't be strangers anymore."
Oh, right, the trainers from our Ruri family who are helping out have arrived. I need to go greet them. Excuse me~~
The two turned to look at Mi Xiaojun walking towards the main gate. Lin Ye frowned.
"This Mi Xiaojun is the Shuijing City official who was obstructing your approval process, right? I didn't expect he to be a member of the Liuli family."
"That's right. He used his position to obstruct our careers in every way, and even used his position to give preferential treatment to the Liuli family."
The Liuli family is shameless, acting as both referee and player!
"Yes, the Ruri family's control over Water City is indeed too deep. If I become the head of the gym here in the future, I will have to deal with it carefully."
"What did you say?!"
"It's nothing, let's think about how to deal with the current doubles match. Do you have any information?"
"Oh~, this Mi Xiaojun is a spoiled brat. His father was sent to Shuijing City by the Liuli family in his early years. His name is Miranda and he now controls the city's defense agencies."
However, Mi Xiaojun's ability to climb to this position at such a young age is not entirely due to his family background; his own strength is also considerable, and he already possesses several "professional-level" Pokémon.
"So that's how it is. He's the son of that arrogant Miranda, but compared to him, he's more like a smiling tiger."
"So, how does his strength compare to yours?"
"More or less. I think I'm about equal to this person. I just don't know who the Liuli family will send to fight."
But considering that they are a top-tier family in Hoenn, they must have at least a few "professional-level" peak geniuses under the age of twenty-five. In any case, they are definitely a formidable opponent!
Just as Xiao Guang finished speaking, Mi Xiaojun invited in the helper sent by the Liuli family.
To their surprise, a scene unfolded: instead of a young man in his late twenties, a pretty young girl entered, who looked about the same age as Xiaoguang.
The little girl had long, cyan hair that reached her waist, with slightly curled ends, loosely tied in two bunches behind her ears with two white ribbons.
She was wearing a light blue gradient short dress, and she didn't look like she was there to fight.
She had a small crossbody bag slung over her shoulder, with a Qixi Festival bluebird plush toy hanging from it. She walked with a light and airy gait, showing no sense of urgency about participating in an important battle. Instead, she seemed to be attending a tea party.
But when this girl with clear and innocent eyes came in, Mi Xiaojun, who had previously been a smiling tiger, immediately became almost fawning and attentive, even showing concern for her in a flattering manner.
"Miss Lucia is here. Is it hot outside? Please come in and have a seat. I've already arranged for someone to make tea."
"Thank you, Cousin Xiaojun, but there's no need to go to such trouble. I'm not some pampered young lady."
"Rukia, it's her, Mikuri's niece. Strictly speaking, she's not a member of the Ruri family."
Prandina gasped, "It's over. The Liuli family is really too much. They won't give me a single chance."
Although this Miss Ryukia is not of the same family, she is the strongest genius of the Ryukiya family in this generation, and even has the demeanor of Teacher Mikuri back then.
It is said that she is only twenty years old this year, but she has already been promoted to "Gym Leader" level trainer not long ago. Many elders of the Lapis Lazuli lineage have even suggested that she change her surname back to her mother's surname!
"Lin Ye, I'm afraid we won't have a chance today. You've made this trip for nothing!"
"Haha~, little girl, do you have so little confidence in me? You just focus on that Mi Xiaojun, and I'll deal with this genius girl from the Liuli family."
"But her strength..."
Before Xiaoguang could finish speaking, the girl with blue hair had already seen the two of them and ran over to greet them:
"Hello, my name is Liuqia. My uncle called and asked me to come and partner with my cousin Mi Xiaojun."
Seriously, I'm still in special training, and they're making me rush things so much, it's killing me.
However, after the competition, I hope that regardless of victory or defeat, we can become friends.
Her voice was soft, with a slight upward inflection at the end, making it sound like she was inviting someone to dinner rather than declaring war.
Xiao Guang was stunned for a moment. He didn't expect to meet a polite and beautiful girl on the other end. He didn't even have to use the verbal sparring he had prepared.
She lowered some of her guard and returned a genuine smile:
"I am Plantina Berlitz, and this is my partner, Lin Ye. I've long heard of the genius girl from the Liuli lineage. Please take good care of me!"
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