As Xiao Ran's instructor, Qiu Yuxuan knew what was troubling him. But this was a problem almost everyone faced, and not just at Gym Leader Class. Even Elite Four Class and Champion Class trainers encountered these obstacles, known as thresholds. Every threshold stopped countless Pokémon Trainers in their tracks.
"Your strength has actually improved very quickly. Having some time to consolidate it is a good thing. There's no need to rush!" Yun Mengqiu reassured him as well.
"Maybe I really have been a little impatient!" Xiao Ran shrugged. As the time foretold by the prophecy drew closer, his sense of urgency grew stronger.
Especially with the Tapu about to descend, something that could no longer be stopped. All he could do was keep getting stronger to face whatever crises the future might bring.
"The Global College League, held once every four years, is about to begin. If you're really bored, why not join the team and have some fun competing? Xuan Yuan Tianyu and the others should be going too."
"But don't count on seeing Ye Ling and the others. They're still in the Galar Great Secret Realm. Apparently, a new island has appeared there, and I'm planning to head over in the next few days to take a look myself."
"After all, all three of you are my students. I can't play favorites, following you around every day while ignoring the girls!"
Qiu Yuxuan looked at Xiao Ran as she spoke. Competitions and battles were always the best way to improve. Xiao Ran was under too much pressure right now, so competing to unwind would do him good. He could also exchange experiences with strong trainers from around the world.
"The Global College League?" Xiao Ran paused. After coming here, he really had forgotten all about it. Worldwide, the