Mustard watched Hu Bin walk away and smiled faintly. "Looks like I'll have to start getting ready today. I'll be battling Hu Bin today. Just thinking about it is a little exciting."
Hu Bin swept through the tower with Lucario and Kubfu, charging straight up from the first floor and clearing even the ninth. Both Pokémon were utterly exhausted. After a short rest and some Pokéblocks to recover, they headed toward the tenth floor.
On the tenth floor, Mustard looked like a venerable sage, though his baseball jacket rather spoiled the effect.
When Mustard saw Hu Bin arrive, he smiled faintly and said, "I'm surprised, truly surprised. I never expected you to make it here in such a short time. Now, let me see what you're capable of!"
"I've been waiting a long time for this moment," Hu Bin said. "Come on, let's battle!"
Mustard smiled and stroked his little mustache. "If you can defeat both of my Pokémon, you'll pass this Trial Tower assessment!"
Hu Bin gave a small smile. "I've waited a long time for this. Let's go!"
Mustard threw a Poké Ball and released a Mienshao!
Mienshao was also a weasel-like Pokémon, with a much more slender body than its pre-evolved form and a mostly white color scheme. Two long tufts of fur grew from its arms, making it look as though it wore a pair of long sleeves.
Without considering any other options, Hu Bin sent Kubfu straight into battle.
As soon as Kubfu took the field, it stared at Mienshao, its face brimming with fighting spirit!
"Very nice," Mustard praised. "Looking full of energy! Let's see how much your Kubfu has improved lately. Mienshao, Drain Punch!"
Mienshao moved incredibly fast, appearing right beside Kubfu and swinging a fist!
A heavy punch came flying, enough to