"An exhibition match? What exhibition match?"
Hu Jiaxing smiled slightly and said, "We're organizing this exhibition event together with the Hoenn Region. We'll send out a member of the Elite Four for an exhibition match, followed by battles between the trainers who passed the Elite Four Assessments in Huaxia and Hoenn. Two trainers passed in Hoenn this time, too, so we'll hold head-to-head matches to show off their strength!"
Hu Bin said, "That sounds pretty fun! It's basically an All-Star Event!"
Hu Jiaxing nodded with an odd expression. "You could call it an All-Star Event, but there's actually a more important reason!"
Hu Bin said confidently, "I get it. Two Alliances, right? Losing an exhibition match like this would look bad. It's a matter of pride, and the Alliances' reputations are on the line. Losing would be embarrassing! Don't worry, I'll put off going to Galar. Let's make this event a smashing success first. We can't lose face!"
Hu Jiaxing covered his face. "You're right, but that's only a small part of it. You missed the important point: Huaxia and Hoenn are raising money. After all, the Alliance spent quite a lot rescuing Spring City. This is our way of recouping those funds."
Hu Bin was taken aback. No wonder they were in such a hurry. It was all about bringing in money.
Tsk, tsk. You really were thinking several moves ahead!
Hu Bin rolled his eyes at Hu Jiaxing. "You should've told me that earlier! You left me completely in the dark!"
Hu Jiaxing said glumly, "We hold this event after every Elite Four Assessment. It lets the new members show off their strength and build their reputations, while the Alliance makes some money on the side. It's a tradition. I thought you knew!"
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