Hu Jiaxing coughed and gave Hu Jiawang a look of feigned authority. "What is it, Jiawang? Do you have any objections?"
Seeing Hu Jiaxing's stern expression, Hu Jiawang shrank back, then said with a broad smile, "Of course not, big brother! Helping you test Hu Bin is my duty!"
Hu Jiaxing nodded in satisfaction, then turned to Hu Bin. "Binbin, do you know what else it takes to become an Elite Four member, besides strong Pokémon and a Pokémon Trainer's ability to command them?"
Hu Jiaxing's words immediately piqued Hu Bin's interest.
"What else does it take?" Hu Bin asked curiously.
Hu Jiaxing gazed at the sky, looking unfathomably wise. "The title of Elite Four looks glamorous. You can make money easily, and you have fame, too. But you need to understand that the higher your position, the greater the risks you face! Being an Elite Four member is extremely dangerous. You're bound to shoulder immense pressure."
Hu Bin's expression grew serious. He felt his dad was about to tell him something important.
"Whenever there's an uprising, an evil organization appears, or a Legendary Pokémon causes trouble, the Elite Four are sent into battle," Hu Jiaxing said. "They have to face gods. You can imagine how dangerous that is-it's absolutely terrifying!"
"So if an Elite Four member lacks even basic self-defense skills, everything else counts for nothing! There's a lot an Elite Four member needs to learn. Over this next month, I'll be developing those abilities in you. Be ready!"
Hu Bin swallowed. "What sort of abilities do I need?"
Hu Jiaxing gave a mysterious smile. "Don't worry, I'll teach you one at a time. Relax, relax. Come on, let's go train!"
Hu Bin nodded.
Just then, Zhao Lifang patted Hu Bin on the shoulder. "Son, make sure you train