When Dragonite and Cynthia entered the arena, everyone could feel the change in their aura.
Dragonite and Garchomp were their ace Pokemon, and also the source of their immense confidence.
The final clash between the two was a close-range move exchange.
Garchomp's Dragon Rush triumphed over Dragonite's Outrage, with Garchomp winning by a sliver of health!
"Garchomp's Dragon Rush tears through the earth, bringing victory to Ms. Cynthia!"
With Dragonite's defeat, Cynthia claimed victory in the battle.
Garchomp raised its crimson scythes and roared to the sky.
Mr. Lance murmured, "It's not a bad loss."
Mr. Lance could feel that since the last World Tournament, Cynthia's Pokemon had grown stronger again.
...
Although the competition on the field was fierce, after the match, the two maintained a good relationship.
The two, having changed into their casual clothes, met in the lounge.
"Congratulations, Cynthia, your Pokemon have grown stronger again."
Mr. Lance wasn't just referring to Garchomp, but all of her Pokemon.
Cynthia's lips curved into a slight smile, "They have indeed grown stronger, hmm... but it's not entirely my doing."
After eating perfect quality Energy Cubes for over half a month, combined with Li Wei's special cooking, Cynthia's Pokemon had indeed seen some improvement in their strength.
Even if this improvement was only slight, it was invaluable for Garchomp and the others.
As long as this limit is broken, Garchomp can touch the realm that only Red has touched—the Battle Legend.
Therefore, among all the Champions, even with Dande, the so-called undefeated Champion, Red is still widely recognized as the strongest.
The Battle Legend of Mt. Silver!
Cynthia pondered, "I need to ask him to do another maintenance for Garchomp."
Hearing Cynthia say it wasn't entirely her doing, Mr. Lance racked his brain and could only come up with one answer:
"Are you talking about Li Wei?"
After all, the video of Li Wei taking care of Garchomp went straight to the top trending spot and remains highly popular to this day.
With the conclusion of today's battle, the video's popularity might continue for some time.
Although he hadn't officially met Li Wei yet, Mr. Lance had some understanding of this Breeder whom Qinglv and Red held in such high regard.
"Yes, all my Pokemon are currently eating the Energy Cubes provided by Li Wei; you can try them too."
Cynthia didn't mind Mr. Lance seeking out Li Wei, nor was she worried about Mr. Lance becoming stronger.
Mutual competition and mutual progress are the right path, the only way to potentially step into Red's realm.
Mr. Lance burst into hearty laughter, "Haha, to be honest with you, I really do need to make a trip."
As if sensing something, Cynthia frowned slightly, "What's wrong?"
Mr. Lance didn't hide it from Cynthia.
"It's like this..."
In Mr. Lance's view, this wasn't a big deal.
After hearing the full story, Cynthia nodded slightly, "Let's go together."
Mr. Lance was taken aback, "You're going too?"
Cynthia calmly retorted, "You're the Chief Investigator; have you forgotten that I'm also a Special Investigator?"
"Alright, then let's go together."
Steven and Diantha's match was not on Lilac Island; it was held in the Kalos region.
Steven also took the opportunity to go digging for stones.
The Lilac Island venue would host another match next, but that was no longer something Cynthia and Mr. Lance needed to worry about.
"These are Oran Berry Cubes made by Li Wei; give them to Dragonite."
Looking at the crystal-clear Oran Berry Cubes, Mr. Lance was stunned again. Could even the most common Oran Berries be made into perfect quality?
"Perfect quality?!"
"Perfect quality."
"He made them?!"
"He made them."
"Immediately, let's go!"
Cynthia looked at Mr. Lance, who had already mounted Dragonite and flown into the sky, feeling a bit flustered for a moment.
"How many Dragonite does this guy even have..."
After catching up on Braviary, Cynthia finally took out her phone. Messages from Roland and Li Wei were prominently displayed.
"Sister is amazing!"
"Congratulations on your first win."
On the other side, Li Wei was holding a sleeping Shaymin in his arms, with Drakloak perched on his head, currently cosplaying as Drakloak.
Drakloak had Dreepy on its head.
Li Wei had Drakloak on his head.
Calculating it, Li Wei's seniority was a bit higher.
He wasn't at a disadvantage at all.
Staring wide-eyed at Dragapult, Li Wei silently complained in his heart, "It's just that the relationships are a bit messed up..."
Cynthia: "Because of your perfect quality Energy Cubes, Garchomp and the others were in better condition during the match."
Li Wei: "That's still due to your excellent training."
After receiving and replying to Cynthia's message, Li Wei went back to the group chat, where the battle between Mr. Lance and Cynthia was being hotly debated.
Xiao Huang: "Ms. Cynthia won, huh."
The people in the group also agreed with Cynthia's reply: her Pokemon were in better condition during the match.
Qinglv: "Her Garchomp has gotten stronger."
At the level of Qinglv, Cynthia, and Mr. Lance, it's not easy to seek breakthroughs in strength.
It's something that can be encountered but not sought after.
Red: "I really want to battle her right now!"
Qinglv and Red had agreed to watch the match together.
Leaning back in his chair, Qinglv's lips curved into a slight smile.
"How about we have a match?"
Red's eyes immediately sharpened.
"No problem."
Qinglv considered for a moment, "Tomorrow morning, then. Steven still has a match later."
Red didn't object.
Blue: "@Xiao Chun, you lost, pay up, pay up!"
Xiao Chun: "I didn't even place a bet! I was just expressing my opinion, okay!"
Xiao Chun indicated she wasn't falling for that.
She and Li Wei indeed hadn't placed a bet; they were interrupted by Mr. Lance.
A Jin: "Oh wow! Dragon Rush is so strong!"
Qinglv: "@Mr. Lance, where's the person involved? This isn't what you said."
Mr. Lance: "What are you talking about? I'm on my way to Jubilife City."
He sensed something.
Could it be that he's coming to fight me?
Li Wei: "?"
Red: "?"
Qinglv: "?"
After a pile of question marks from everyone, Mr. Lance's message finally came through.
Mr. Lance: "Speaking of which, it concerns Li Wei. There's a Pokemon Hunter in Jubilife City, so of course, I have to go."
Li Wei hadn't expected this matter to actually be related to him.
How did Mr. Lance know?
No, he's the League's Chief Investigator; it would be strange if he didn't know.
Red: "Mr. Lance is truly dedicated."
Blue: "Shouldn't you say he's too dedicated?!"
Qinglv: "Pokemon Hunter, what's the situation?"
Mr. Lance: "I'm on my way to Jubilife City; let Li Wei explain it to you all."
Li Wei: "Alright, leave it to me."
...
Li Wei concisely explained what had happened today, though he was still somewhat confused.
Hadn't this matter already been resolved?
Why was Mr. Lance getting involved now?
Xiao Huang: "Mr. Li Wei, you encountered Shaymin?!"
Li Wei directly opened his rear camera and took a picture of Shaymin, fast asleep after eating and drinking its fill.
Xiao Qian: "So cute!!!"
A Jin: "? You caught Shaymin?"
Li Wei: "No, it's injured; I'm temporarily taking care of it."
Qinglv: "This Shaymin isn't big; it's still a child."
At this moment, the two Champions were still on their way to Jubilife City.