Da Ye is a typical emotion-driven Trainer.
What is an "emotion-driven" Trainer?
In simple terms, it refers to a Trainer who can bring out a Pokémon's full potential by shouting.
Don't think of "shouting for output" as derogatory; on the contrary, among the league's Trainers, this is an advantage.
By using one's own emotions to influence the Pokémon's emotions, both infect each other to resonate and make the Pokémon break through its limits.
The most common examples are level-skipping battles and opposite attribute battles.
We often call this "burning the small universe."
And the most suitable Pokémon for this type of emotion-driven Trainer is undoubtedly the Fire-type Pokémon, which also needs high fighting spirit and passion.
So that's why Da Ye could become an Elite Four in the Sinnoh Alliance, and if it weren't for Hilona being so overpowered, Da Ye would have a good chance of becoming the Champion.
In Natsuhiko's view, if asked who could become the next Champion after Hilona retires, Natsuhiko's answer would be Da Ye.
According to him, there was a future challenge where Da Ye's Infernape challenged two of Hilona's Pokémon, only to be defeated by Hilona's Garchomp.
But how many Pokémon in the entire Pokemon Realm can challenge two of Hilona's Pokémon with just one of theirs?
This speaks volumes.
So when it comes to training a series of Pokémon like Chimchar, Da Ye is undoubtedly a prominent figure with great ability and experience.
But it's just that...
Da Ye's personality is like fire, too enthusiastic and naturally friendly.
"Natsuhiko, how do you know Hilona?"
"It's the first time Hilona has come to me for someone else's help."
"By the way, your personality is a bit like my friend Denji's, you know that?"
"..."
Natsuhiko looked at Hilona for help.
Hilona covered her mouth with a chuckle, her brows arched, revealing a hint of slyness.
No choice.
Natsuhiko looked at Denji, who was being dragged by Da Ye and couldn't leave even if he wanted to.
At that moment, the two who were opponents a few minutes ago had a mutual understanding.
Natsuhiko: Brother, how have you managed all these years?
Denji: Just shock him unconscious.
Natsuhiko: ???
Fortunately.
It wasn't long before Nanami and another person's battle ended as well.
The winner was undoubtedly Nanami, who had the "Cheat" Chansey.
The top two in the winners' group were officially determined.
Top seed Nanami, second seed Natsuhiko, and the losers' group would still decide two more spots. Denji, who lost to Natsuhiko, entered the losers' group and could still advance by winning a match.
So even though Da Ye wanted to chat more with Natsuhiko, considering it was a crucial battle for his friend, he went with him to prepare for the match.
Natsuhiko finally had some peace and quiet.
"Hilona, you finished so quickly?" Nanami walked down from the battlefield and her eyes lit up when she saw Natsuhiko rubbing his temples and Hilona smiling.
"Yes, I wasn't quite sure just now, didn't expect you'd be here too, Nanami," Hilona said with a smile.
Evidently, as Dr. Yamanashi's assistant, Hilona knew Professor Oak's granddaughter, Nanami.
And judging by how Nanami skillfully wrapped her arm around Hilona, the two were quite close.
"Home is too boring, always reading or researching papers, so I came out and happened to catch this tournament," Nanami explained.
Then her gaze fell on Natsuhiko, "Natsuhiko, do you know Hilona?"
Natsuhiko silently nodded.
"Did your field end so quickly?" Natsuhiko asked again, repeating Nanami's earlier question.
Logically speaking, even if the group's top four were determined, each group should decided on first, second, third, and fourth positions for the elimination phase. The first place in each group shouldn't meet other group's first place in the first stage of the elimination round.
"Yes, the ranking battle is in the afternoon, and it's late," Hilona explained.
Ranking battle...
Natsuhiko felt that since he'd already advanced, the ranking battles seemed unnecessary.
With both Nanami and Denji in his group, winning wouldn't be easy.
Instead of revealing more, it would be better to rest while others battle, and make up for his own shortcomings.
Thinking this, Natsuhiko made a decision in his heart.
Ranking battle.
Better not to participate.
"Where are the others?"
Hilona shook her head, "Not sure, I happened to run into Da Ye, and since you asked about Chimchar last time, Da Ye's Infernape is very strong, so I thought you might learn something from him. Coincidentally, Denji was in the same field as you, so we all came together."
Can Da Ye's Infernape not be strong? Challenging two of Hilona's Pokémon in a row, at that time it definitely had Champion-level strength.
"Da Ye's approach doesn't suit me," Natsuhiko said.
"Hmm."
When Da Ye and Natsuhiko interacted earlier, Hilona could tell.
Different personalities naturally led to different ideologies and methods of Pokémon training.
However, there are always basics to learn from more interaction.
"Let's go see others."
"I'm coming too!" Nanami said, holding onto Hilona's arm tightly.
"Let's go together."
Then, the three of them headed to see the other group matches.
From observing, except for Xiaochun who struggled slightly but should be fine, it seemed that Lance, Flint, and Kona had no problems advancing.
What, Du Juan?
She had long given up and was already standing beside Flint's field.
Since Du Juan was much younger than them, she hadn't even graduated yet, and had plenty of time to grow.
During that time, Natsuhiko walked ahead, while Hilona and Nanami chatted happily behind him.
"Hilona, have you seen those recent papers on the forum?" Nanami asked.
Being Professor Oak's granddaughter, even if Nanami's aspirations weren't in Pokémon research, she still paid attention to such news.
Coincidentally, Hilona was also Dr. Jiezilan's granddaughter, so they had many similar interests.
So Nanami and Hilona were not just acquaintances, they were good friends.
"Yes." Hilona glanced at Natsuhiko's back without him noticing.
"Oh right, you also have an Eevee, you must be very interested in those papers. Has your Eevee evolved?" Nanami asked again.
"Yes, into Glaceon."
Hearing this, Nanami's eyes lit up, "Glaceon? I've never seen one before, could you show it to me later? I could try giving it a massage."
Oh, by the way, Nanami was also a Breeder.
"Sure." Hilona had no objections to that.
"But that person is really amazing, Eevee originally had only three evolutions, and he published four at once. Even my grandpa said he's very interesting and remarkable." Admiration filled Nanami's face.
Of course, that wasn't the only reason for her admiration.
But for someone whom even Professor Oak praised, he must indeed be impressive.
Hilona gave a faint response, glancing at Natsuhiko ahead, noticing his movements becoming slightly stiff.
"My younger brother Gary is a big fan of his, it was Gary who got me to read it initially."
Hilona laughed, "I'm a fan of his too."
"Is that so?" Nanami felt a bit surprised, but also realized it made sense, "I am too, but not because of those two papers about Eevee, it was the 'Affinity' paper he researched with Mr. Sakuragi that really benefited me a lot."
Nanami naturally had a certain ability to sense the closeness between Pokémon and Trainers, something she originally thought was just an illusion, but Natsuhiko and Sakuragi's "Affinity" paper confirmed her abilities.
"I, ah, was even earlier."
That was the third time Hilona glanced at Natsuhiko, whose movements were now visibly stiff.
"Even earlier?" Nanami looked puzzled.
This was unexpected.
After all, Natsuhiko's real rise in the Pokemon Research Community started with the "Affinity" project with Sakuragi.
"Yes." Hilona's smile was even more radiant as she addressed Natsuhiko ahead, "Natsuhiko, how about you?"
Question: When two of your female fans are behind you, one pretending not to know your identity, another unaware of anything, and you are asked about yourself, how do you respond?
Waiting online, quite urgent.
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