You Never Know Whether I'm Asleep or Awake

There was no longer any suspense on Mark's side. He directly sent out Lucario.

Kalos's second Elite Four Reserve countered by sending out Darmanitan.

The two sides immediately engaged in a fierce battle, but Lucario had already expended quite a bit of stamina earlier. Now it faced a Fire-type Darmanitan with terrifying burst power, and it did not hold on for long before falling down.

Up to this point, Mark had used three Pokemon to take out five of the opponent's Pokemon, while also draining a considerable amount of Darmanitan's stamina. He had completed his task far beyond expectations.

After this battle, Mark had officially stepped out from Sato's shadow. Once he returned, he would inevitably receive the Pokémon League's focused attention.

As for how many benefits and temptations he would receive then, Mark himself was completely unaware.

"It's my turn!"

On the spectator stand, the much steadier Norman suddenly stood up, then strode toward the battlefield.

"Norman seems to have changed quite a bit this period of time," Sato could not help saying softly.

"Of course. He's trained so hard on the ship these past few months that he's nearly become obsessed. I don't know where your generation found so many monsters. You really aren't leaving us any room to survive."

Liang Guang, Senior Brother, smacked his lips and sighed.

"Heh heh..."

Sato smiled and said nothing more, instead turning his attention back to the battlefield.

He had experienced Senior Brother Liang Guang's strength countless times long ago. If Liang Guang did not have any Elite Four level Pokemon, Sato would not believe it even a hundred times over!

Facing the imposing Darmanitan, Norman was the first to send out a big eater with an innocent and simple-minded face.

Snorlax! The battle began. Darmanitan remained brimming with energy and