Charjabug had now evolved into Volcarona. Though its level was still low and it was not much use yet, once it grew stronger over time, it would be able to show its true value.
Flygon had also returned. Ever since it had been defeated by Flint, Eichi had felt that it was time to bring Flygon back. His current strength was still somewhat lacking.
Fortunately, Mr. Yoshino was strong enough now to protect himself without any problem.
He was currently traveling through the Sinnoh Region and had met several like-minded friends, so he had decided to travel with them.
Because Eichi needed it, Flygon was sent back. Having stayed with Mr. Yoshino for so long without much battling, Flygon's strength had declined considerably.
Eichi spent some time training it back up, then used some Potential Enhancement Liquid. Although its potential had not reached Champion level, breaking through to Champion level would not be a problem at all.
It could now be said that Eichi's combat strength had reached its peak. There would not be much room for further improvement from here on.
Thinking about it, it was rather regrettable. If he had battled Flint half a year later, he would not have lost. Unfortunately, his Pokémon had all been lower-leveled at the time. He had narrowly lost by one move and been defeated by Flint.
If they fought again, he could not say he would definitely win, but he was at least sixty percent confident.
His next goal was a perfect record. He could not afford to lose a single match.
Time passed, and another year went by in the blink of an eye.
Without realizing it, Eichi had turned nineteen. He had also been in the Pokémon World for nine years.
There were not many nine-year periods in