Only after Jin Dalong told them to sit did everyone sit down in unison. His standing spoke for itself: a former Huaxia champion, one of the strongest trainers of the older generation.
Even Hu Jiaxing and Li Lusheng had to respectfully address him as their senior.
Hu Jiaxing's Elite Four Assessment had also been personally reviewed and approved by Jin Dalong.
Even Esdeath did not dare act out around Jin Dalong!
The moment Jin Dalong spotted Hu Bin, he walked straight over, beaming. "You must be Hu Bin, this year's China Pokémon League Conference Champion. Heroes really do emerge young! You've achieved so much at such a young age. Even your father pales a little in comparison!"
Hu Bin felt rather overwhelmed by the honor. Being praised by such an important figure left him briefly flustered.
"Elder Jin, you're too kind," Hu Bin hurriedly replied. "I still have a long way to go. We still have to catch up to you."
Jin Dalong nodded and smiled with satisfaction. "Very good. I'm glad the Alliance has talented people like you! Keep it up, young man!"
Hu Bin nodded firmly and thumped his chest. "Don't worry, Elder Jin. I won't let you down."
Jin Dalong patted Hu Bin's shoulder. "Good. I look forward to seeing what you can do."
The other principals and coaches could not help regarding him more highly. Anyone who caught Jin Dalong's eye was certainly no ordinary talent!
This Hu Bin really had something special.
Only Lin Dong and Lin Zhi curled their lips. When it came to disapproving of Hu Bin, they were perfectly in sync!
Hu Bin and Zhang Xufeng sat down to watch their team members' performances. Zhang Xufeng still looked a little nervous, but Hu Bin was completely relaxed. He had every confidence in