Brawly's Pokémon

The complete trust and affection between Trainer and Pokémon was always heartwarming and empowering, no matter how many times one saw it.

Even Xiao Duo, the pixel-styled Porygon2 on the screen, seemed to curve its data-made eyes slightly. Its smoothly swaying body paused for a moment as a trace of envy quietly passed through its heart.

It silently watched the heartwarming scene without making a sound.

Xinhai stroked each of the little ones on the head in turn, feeling the texture of their fur or skin as his heart melted.

Eevee raised its little head, its large brown eyes full of anticipation and curiosity. It gently pawed at Xinhai's collar. "Eevee? Eevee?" (Did we advance? Did we make it into the main tournament?)

Looking at Eevee and the other companions who were watching him questioningly, Xinhai broke into a bright, proud smile and nodded firmly. "Yes! Combusken and I successfully advanced to the main tournament!"

"Eevee!!" Eevee immediately rubbed against Xinhai's cheek in delight, its little tail spinning like a windmill.

"Kirlia!" Kirlia floated a little higher in excitement, the glow of its Psychic type power flickering happily.

"Heo!" "Gugo!" Sandile and Zigzagoon bounced excitedly in place. Mightyena let out a steady low growl, its eyes filled with joy.

Even the Poké Balls holding Combusken and Feebas at Xinhai's waist trembled slightly, conveying their different emotions.

Just as everyone was celebrating their advancement to the main tournament, a soft rumbling sound suddenly rang out.

The sound came from Eevee in Xinhai's arms. The little one stiffened, then somewhat embarrassedly covered its belly with its paws and let out a weak cry toward Xinhai. "Eevee..." (Xinhai, I'm hungry...)

Seeing Eevee's adorable appearance, Xinhai could not help laughing. He gently patted Eevee's little head, carefully set it on the ground, then stood