Clearly, Gyarados's attack had dealt heavy damage to Swampert. Even with the system's talent bolstering him, Swampert was at the end of his rope after two battles.
After all, both opponents had been tough to handle.
Gyarados, in particular, possessed extraordinary strength!
It was clear that, even though Wallace had yet to reach his peak, he was already among the trainers closest to the top.
Recalling the unconscious Swampert, Yong could not help feeling emotional. After several months, he was finally about to collect all eight Gym Badges. Next, he would train hard and prepare for the upcoming Elite Tournament and Ever Grande Conference.
I can't wait!
"You've proven yourself worthy of the Rain Badge. Take it, Yong!"
At some point, Wallace had come to stand beside Yong. Resting in his open palm was a blue badge composed of three teardrop-shaped gems.
The proof of having conquered the Sootopolis Gym-the Rain Badge!
"Thank you, Mr. Wallace!"
Yong smiled and carefully accepted the badge, placing it in his badge case. Inside, eight badges sat neatly arranged, representing everything the young trainer had gained and how much he had grown along his journey.
Wallace smiled with satisfaction.
"That was a wonderful match. I felt the affection and courage you and your Pokémon shared. What an elegant performance! Swampert even learned Waterfall on his own! Here, take this to commemorate our battle!"
A brand-new TM!
"This is..."
Yong looked at the TM in delighted surprise, taking it in his hands to examine it under Wallace's approving gaze.
"I originally planned to give you a Waterfall TM, but Swampert's aptitude was unexpectedly impressive. So I'll have to give you this TM for the physical move Aqua Tail instead."
With that, Wallace suddenly chuckled.
"My Milotic worked hard to inscribe this. Gyarados was quite angry