Gary and Chuck arrived side by side at the entrance to the Olivine Gym, both stuffed from their meal.
"Hello, viewers everywhere~
This is the special documentary program for the [World's No. 1 Martial Arts Tournament]. I'm your reporter, Touko, and we're currently at the Olivine Gym~"
Forced to work overtime in the rain without having eaten a bite, Touko had few complaints.
After all, a battle between two Gym Leaders and Young Master Mao was excellent material. She had to capture it properly.
"Touko, go do an exclusive interview with Miss Jasmine in a bit. You can't release the battle footage until the Fighting tournament is over," Gary instructed.
"Understood, sir." Touko obediently nodded.
Leaking video footage of contestants before a tournament could be a serious matter or a minor one. As a journalist with professional ethics, Touko understood that much.
Led by Jasmine, everyone entered the Olivine Gym, which had a strong steel-punk aesthetic.
Despite Miss Jasmine's delicate appearance, her Gym's style was unexpectedly cold and tough.
The exposed steel beams and metallic walls all conveyed the Gym's tough attitude.
"This really is a fine Gym." Gary nodded in praise. Contrary to her appearance, Miss Jasmine was certainly no mere pretty face as a Gym Trainer.
On the contrary, this delicate young lady was one of the strongest Gym Trainers in the Johto Region.
"You're too kind." Jasmine accepted the compliment with a composed nod.
Chuck, meanwhile, turned his gaze toward the brightly lit battlefield ahead.
Thunderous booms rang out incessantly.
"Looks like someone's already battling~"
Everyone entered the battle arena and saw two girls locked in a fierce battle.
Machamp and Hariyama's hard-hitting exchange made their blood boil.
"That girl. I was wondering why I hadn't seen her. So she came to Olivine City ahead of us."