Special Training Begins

Xinhai put away the Pokédex and swept his gaze over all his spirited, battle-ready partners in the room.

Combusken's eyes were sharp and its fighting spirit high; Kirlia floated quietly in place, Psychic-type radiance flowing steadily around it; Eevee stood at the head of the bed with its little tail raised high; Mightyena was as steady as a mountain; Sandile and Zigzagoon had stopped playing around as well and looked up at him; even Feebas in the water basin stared fixedly at Xinhai, the sheen of its scales seeming several shades brighter than before.

"Everyone," Xinhai said clearly and powerfully, his voice echoing through the quiet room. "The special training we've prepared for so long is about to begin."

"This will be the most important—and perhaps the toughest—month since we arrived in Dewford Town. The Dewford Gym Leader, a genuine Elite-level Trainer, will personally guide us."

"I know the challenges ahead won't be easy. But I believe that as long as we work together, there's no difficulty we can't overcome! This time, we'll seize this opportunity and transform ourselves completely!"

"Everyone, are you ready?!"

"Shamo!!" (I'm ready!)

"Kirlia!" (Ready at all times!)

"Vee! (★ω★)" (Let's go!)

"Uwaa!" (Giving it everything!)

"Hei-oh!" "Gego!" (Go for it!)

Feebas in the water basin was swept up by the fiery atmosphere as well. It flicked its tail hard, splashing up several droplets.

Seeing his partners' soaring fighting spirit, Xinhai felt strength fill his heart. No longer hesitating, he swiftly recalled the Pokémon into their Poké Balls, leaving only Eevee and Kirlia outside.

Slipping on his Spatial Backpack, Xinhai pushed open the door and strode toward Dewford Gym with Eevee and Kirlia.

Xinhai soon arrived at Dewford Gym, where Brawly was indeed already waiting for them at the entrance.

"You got here pretty fast!"