In a bustling park, a yellow-haired boy faced off against a boy in a black jacket.
The boy in the black jacket grinned at his opponent. "Shi Long, I know you've got a Charizard. I've got an Infernape. Let's see whose flames burn hotter."
Shi Long's eyes lit up with excitement. "Dongfang Xing, I was thinking the same thing. We're the top talents at the academy. Today, we'll find out who's stronger."
Shi Long pulled out an Ultra Ball and tossed it skyward. A red flash erupted, and a majestic Charizard soared into the air, its tail flame blazing fiercely, a sign of its strength.
Dongfang Xing countered by throwing a Luxury Ball. An Infernape burst out, flames dancing across its body.
The park was packed with onlookers, buzzing with anticipation.
Dongfang Xing glanced at the crowd. "Our Pokémon are both above level 50. For safety, please stay 500 meters back to avoid getting caught in the crossfire."
The crowd promptly moved back, respecting the warning.
Jun Shafeng, blending into the crowd, quietly asked his system to scan Charizard and Infernape. Moments later, their stats appeared on the system interface.
[Charizard]
[Attribute: Fire/Flying]
[Level: 60]
[Gender: Female]
[Ability: Solar Power]
[Moves: Flamethrower, Dragon Claw, Flame Charge, Fire Fang, Fire Spin, Sunny Day, Aerial Ace, Earthquake, Air Slash, Double Team]
[Infernape]
[Attribute: Fire/Fighting]
[Level: 60]
[Gender: Male]
[Ability: Blaze]
[Moves: Mach Punch, Flare Blitz, Bulk Up, Rock Smash, Flamethrower, Fire Punch, Flame Wheel, Protect, Substitute, Smokescreen, Close Combat, Double Kick]
Jun Shafeng marveled at the data. "This is the power of B-rank trainers? Their Pokémon are incredible. This battle's going to be worth watching."
He nudged Growlithe, who was at his side. "Pay close attention, Growlithe. Battles like this don't happen every day."
Dongfang Xing and Shi Long locked eyes, nodding in sync before issuing commands.
"Charizard, start strong with Air Slash!" Shi Long called.
Charizard flapped its wings, unleashing a barrage of sharp air blades toward Infernape.
Dongfang Xing reacted quickly. "Infernape, use Protect, then Smokescreen!"
Infernape crossed its arms, conjuring a barrier to block Air Slash. Then it spewed thick black smoke, shrouding the battlefield and obscuring everyone's view.
Shi Long stayed calm. "Charizard, use Air Slash to clear the smoke, then hit Infernape with Dragon Claw when you spot it!"
As Charizard prepared to disperse the smoke, Dongfang Xing shouted, "Infernape, Fire Punch, now!"
Infernape leapt from the smoke, its fist ablaze, aiming for Charizard. Shi Long reacted instinctively. "Charizard, dodge with Aerial Ace!"
Charizard spun through the air, narrowly avoiding Fire Punch, then struck Infernape's back with Aerial Ace before it could recover.
Infernape staggered but quickly regained its footing. Shi Long pressed the attack. "Dragon Claw!"
Dongfang Xing saw Charizard's move coming. "Infernape, counter with Mach Punch!"
Charizard's glowing claws met Infernape's lightning-fast punch in a thunderous clash. Both Pokémon, evenly matched at level 60, took damage and were knocked back.
Jun Shafeng, watching from the crowd, whistled. "That's some serious power. Pokémon like these could wreck a city. Regular weapons wouldn't even scratch them—only heavy artillery or other Pokémon could take them down."
Growlithe watched intently, noting how both Pokémon controlled their flames with precision, minimizing wasted energy.
Dongfang Xing glanced at Shi Long's Charizard and his own Infernape. "Shi Long, this back-and-forth will end in a draw like last time. Let's settle it with one big move."
Shi Long nodded. "Fine. Let's see whose Fire-type is stronger. One ultimate Fire move to decide it."
They shared a look and gave their commands in unison.
"Charizard, Flame Charge!" Shi Long shouted.
"Infernape, Flare Blitz!" Dongfang Xing called.
Charizard's body erupted in flames as it dove like a fiery comet. Infernape, channeling all its Fire-type energy, launched forward in a blazing Flare Blitz.
Just as the two were about to collide, a Dragonite swooped in from nowhere, blasting a Water Cannon that doused both Pokémon's attacks.
The crowd gasped, confused. An Officer Jenny leapt off the Dragonite, her expression stern. "Who gave you permission to use moves this powerful in a public park? The League allows battles here, but only with Pokémon under level 30. Your Pokémon clearly exceed that limit. Are you ignoring League regulations?"
Dongfang Xing and Shi Long bowed their heads, silent under her scolding.
The crowd began to disperse, murmuring among themselves. Jun Shafeng, still stunned, stood rooted to the spot, processing the intense battle he'd just witnessed.
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