They shared Diplomat's opinion, believing these were merely two wealthy young Misses who had come to join the fun.
At most, the Chinese man beside them had some ability and was there to back Veranica up.
But he was just a Chinese man. With those scrawny arms and legs, how strong could he be? He was only grandstanding.
So they believed Diplomat had sent them out to teach their opponents a harsh lesson and secure a resounding victory.
Neither held back, summoning their strongest Pokémon as soon as they stepped onto the field.
"Ooh, they're raring to go. Bringing out their starter Pokémon right away? Looks like they want to put us in our place!" Veranica said with a chuckle.
"Then they're in for a rude awakening!" Xiao Ran replied with a shrug. He tapped his belt pouch with his right hand, and red light flashed as his pink-and-white Sylveon appeared, landing lightly on the field and gazing haughtily ahead.
"Go, Delphox!" Seeing the stir Sylveon caused, Veranica pursed her lips. The rarity of Fairy-type Pokémon made them incredibly popular, which left her quite unhappy.
"A two-on-two Pokémon battle! Blaziken and Meganium versus Sylveon and Delphox! Begin!" the referee shouted. As his words fell, the opposing Blaziken charged out first.
"Blaziken, Flame Charge!" Flames engulfed Blaziken's entire body as he rushed straight toward Sylveon.
"Baby-Doll Eyes!" "Psyshock!"
The two spoke simultaneously. Blaziken faltered for a moment before a tremendous impact sent him flying. The flames around him dissipated, and he rolled several times across the ground before stopping.
"Blaziken!" his Trainer cried out, never expecting his Blaziken to be driven back in the very first exchange.
"Meganium, Sweet Scent!" While Blaziken attacked, Meganium had not remained idle either. A faint fragrance spread rapidly toward Sylveon and Delphox.
"Looks like I'll