The Presence of Elite-Level Pokémon

Xinhai watched Feebas fail time and again, only to launch another challenge each time. His heart was filled with shock and heartache, but more than that, pride.

He could feel the unyielding will hidden beneath Feebas's seemingly dull exterior!

Gym Leader Takeda's gaze also fell on Feebas as he slowly said, "Climbing against a waterfall tempers not only the body, but also the will. Comprehend the power of water within the rapids, and hone an unyielding heart through failure. For Water-type Pokémon, this is one of the most effective ways to build a solid foundation and improve strength."

He looked at Xinhai. "Your Feebas may not have outstanding talent, but this temperament is even rarer."

Xinhai nodded heavily, his eyes fixed on the tiny figure in the waterfall as he silently cheered, Come on, Feebas!

Gym Leader Takeda swept his gaze over Xinhai, Brawly, and all the Pokémon beside them apart from the two Combusken, then spoke in a steady voice:

"Everyone except the two Combusken and Sandile, enter the pool beneath the waterfall and endure the impact of the current. If you cannot hold on, you may retreat to the edge of the pool to rest, but you are not allowed to leave the pool. Training duration: one hour."

Xinhai glanced at Brawly and found that he had already led his Pokémon toward the waterfall.

"Everyone, let's go!" Xinhai took a deep breath of the moisture-laden air and led his Pokémon toward the roaring waterfall.

The icy pool water instantly submerged their bodies, making their heat-warmed bodies shudder from the climb.

But the truly difficult part came when they gradually approached the main body of the waterfall, where the falling water brought terrifying force!

Rumble—!!

The water crashed down relentlessly onto his head, shoulders, and back. Xinhai felt his