The year 2024, two years have passed since Yang Xiaoyi first activated her powers, and now, she has mastered them very well. Yang Chen and Reba are proud of their daughter's progress, who is not only intelligent but also wise in controlling the extraordinary power she possesses. Their life on the Tianchi farm remained peaceful and full of happiness, enjoying every moment together.
This summer feels different. Throughout China, trainers in every region are preparing for the Region Tournament, an annual event eagerly anticipated by everyone. Each region in each country in Blue Star has a gym and is protected by a Champion and the Elite Four, ensuring that only the best trainers can compete in this tournament. Additionally, the Championship Tournament held every two years gathers the Champions and Elite Four from each region to compete for the highest title. Meanwhile, the Global Tournament, which takes place every four years, becomes a prestigious event where Champions from all over Blue Star gather to compete for the title of Master Trainer.
Although Yang Chen was not interested in becoming a trainer, he still enjoyed these tournaments, especially when watching them with his family. These tournaments provided an opportunity to see the best trainers showcase their strength and skills, as well as to watch extraordinary Pokémon battles with great enthusiasm.
The North Region tournament has begun, and the whole family is eagerly awaiting the live broadcast. Xiaoyi, now 7 years old, is so enthusiastic about watching the tournament held in the large stadium in the city center. On the screen, the cheers of thousands of spectators echoed as the two North Region finalists stepped into the arena.
Lucius, an 18-year-old youth with fiery red hair, is known for his aggressive fighting style. On the other hand, Zhao Yun, a veteran trainer, is known for his calculated fighting strategies. Both of these names have become the talk of the town, each bringing a great reputation to the arena.
"Look, Xiaoyi, this battle will be extraordinary," said Yang Chen enthusiastically, trying to pass on his excitement to his daughter.
In the middle of the stadium, Lucius released Charizard, a fire-type Pokémon that let out a roar, flapping its powerful wings and scattering dust across the arena. Zhao Yun countered by releasing Gardevoir, an elegant Psychic-type Pokémon, which immediately radiated a calm yet vigilant aura.
"Charizard, Flamethrower!" shouted Lucius, initiating the attack.
Charizard opened its mouth, unleashing a roaring blast of fire toward Gardevoir. The heat could be felt in the audience seats. However, with a graceful movement, Gardevoir dodged, floating like a ballerina, before focusing its gaze on Charizard.
"Gardevoir, Psychic!" Zhao Yun commanded calmly.
Gardevoir's eyes shone bright blue, emitting waves of invisible psychic energy. Charizard, which was flying, suddenly stopped, its body held back by a great force pressing from all directions.
The audience fell silent for a moment, captivated by the action in the arena. "Incredible," Reba whispered, amazed. Xiaoyi didn't blink at all, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm.
Lucius, despite the pressure, did not lose his composure. "Charizard, Dragon Claw!" he commanded.
Charizard exerted its strength to break free from the Psychic grip, its green claws glowing with dragon energy. With a swift movement, it attacked Gardevoir, who barely had time to dodge.
"Gardevoir, Teleport!" Zhao Yun immediately instructed.
In an instant, Gardevoir vanished from its initial position, reappearing behind Charizard and launching a counterattack with Moonblast. A white-pink ball of light shot forward at high speed, hitting Charizard right on its wing, causing it to lose balance for a moment.
The arena is getting hotter. Charizard, though wounded, rose with a burning spirit. Its wings flapped powerfully, creating a whirlwind that swept away the dust around the arena. He soared into the air, preparing for the final attack.
"Charizard, Blast Burn!" Lucius shouted enthusiastically.
Charizard gathered a massive amount of energy in its body, unleashing a tremendous explosion of fire that engulfed the entire arena. The heat was so intense that the live broadcast camera began to show distortion due to the heat waves.
However, Zhao Yun remained calm. "Gardevoir, Protect!"
Gardevoir created a transparent green energy shield, protecting itself from the deadly wave of fire. The explosion shook the stadium, making the audience gasp in awe, while the two Pokémon stared at each other fearlessly.
In the living room of Tianchi farm, Xiaoyi jumped with joy. "I want to be like them one day!" she exclaimed.
The battle ended after several brilliant strategic moves. Gardevoir ultimately emerged as the winner with a combination of Hypnosis and Dream Eater, securing victory for Zhao Yun. The audience gave a thunderous applause, acknowledging the strength and intelligence of both trainers.
That day, Xiaoyi not only received entertainment but also great inspiration for her future. Behind the scenes, Yang Chen and Reba smiled at each other, proud of their daughter's ever-growing spirit.