At this moment, Marshadow stopped its flurry of punches and kicks, walked curiously over to Liao Xingchen, and asked, "So, have you decided who you're bringing?"
"Let me make this clear first, I'm not helping. Go ask Entei and the others."
That kid Su Hao had too many connections. Marshadow was not stupid enough to step forward and get beaten up.
Besides, as the Guide of Shadows, it could decide for itself whether or not to show up and help.
It had already shown itself before to overcome its social anxiety for the Trial. It was not doing that again this time.
Hearing Marshadow's voice, Entei, Raikou, and Suicune, who were sparring with several of Liao Xingchen's Pokémon nearby, also raised their heads curiously.
Since he had become Lord Ho-Oh's Rainbow Hero, Ho-Oh might not necessarily intervene personally, but as the Legendary Beasts, they would generally obey his commands as long as they did not violate any principles.
If Liao Xingchen wanted them to join forces against Su Hao, they might grumble about it in private, but they would still choose to fight.
However, Liao Xingchen's answer caught them by surprise.
"No. Whether it's one-on-one, two-on-two, three-on-three, or six-on-six, I intend to send only the Pokémon I've raised myself and fight fair and square."
"I imagine Su Hao feels the same way."
Liao Xingchen shook his head at them. He believed that he and Su Hao still had that much mutual understanding.
Whether he won or his opponent won, this battle would make up for past regrets.
If he won, that was one thing. But if he truly lost, then Su Hao's status as champion would become even more unshakable.
Still, perhaps someone who had already accomplished so many miracles no longer needed him as a stepping stone to bolster