Quick Victory

After all, any Trainer who could maintain a high win rate against the core disciples of major dojos was not to be underestimated.

However, not everyone understood that, nor was everyone convinced.

A burly Trainer with a buzz cut stood beside a Hitmonchan with sharp eyes and massive fists. Looking at Xinhai and Combusken, who had just finished a battle on the stage, and especially hearing the praise directed at Combusken from the crowd, he could not help but curl his lip.

"Hmph, they only took advantage of the fact that the opponent had already exhausted most of its stamina." He crossed his arms, his tone dismissive. "That Combusken does look pretty fierce, but it hasn't even evolved into its final form yet. How strong could it possibly be? My Hitmonchan is famous for its speed and rapid punches!"

He patted Hitmonchan on the shoulder. "Buddy, looks like it's our turn. Let's see what they're really made of!"

"Hitmon!" Hitmonchan growled, smashing his fists together with a dull thud as fighting spirit blazed in his eyes.

The buzz-cut Trainer hesitated no longer. When the referee asked for the next challenger, he immediately called out, "I challenge!"

With that, he led Hitmonchan onto the arena and stood facing Xinhai and Combusken.

Xinhai looked at the new challenger and his Hitmonchan, his expression calm and unruffled.

Having defeated his first opponent, Combusken's Presence had grown even stronger. As he looked at his new opponent, the battle intent in his eyes did not diminish in the slightest. Instead, the new challenge only made it burn fiercer.

After confirming that both sides were ready, the referee waved his flag again. "Challenger, Sato Ken and Hitmonchan! Defender, Xinhai Bai Mu and Combusken! Battle begin!"

"Quick Attack, close the distance!" Xinhai gave the command without hesitation.