Chapter 104: Xiaoxia, the Hypocrite!

Kenan Elite Four, do you come back here every vacation?

Xiaoxia gently stirred the coffee in her hand, her eyes hinting at a touch of curiosity and reverence.

The aroma of the coffee diffused through the air, adding a bit of warmth and comfort to this slightly weary afternoon.

After the tense and fierce battle ended, Kenan brought Ash and the others back to the villa interior. The surroundings were elegant, the atmosphere tranquil, a good place to relax mind and body.

"Pretty much, every vacation I try to make time to come back; sometimes I also hold some Pokémon lecture sessions here, offering guidance and advice to young trainers interested in Pokémon battles."

Saying this, Kenan's eyes sparkled with light, as if recalling those memories filled with passion and dreams.

"I hope that through these Pokémon lecture sessions, I can help them better understand Pokémon, master battle techniques, and most importantly, let them realize that Pokémon battles are not merely a competitive activity, but also a spiritual exchange and growth."

Kenan's gaze gently swept over Xiaoxia, then turned to Ash and the Pikachu happily munching on snacks while lying on the table.

"Just now, Ash, were you using Aura? Why would Pokémon also use Aura like that—could Pikachu also have Aura?"

"That is one of the abilities of Aura, transferring one's Aura to other living beings; to enter the state I had when battling with Pikachu, one must have sufficient bond—Pokémon must trust the Trainer, and the Trainer must trust the Pokémon, to share Aura, so Pikachu can enhance its own power during battle."

Regarding such Aura ability, Ash discovered it during training; at that time he could sense Pikachu's battle condition, and Pikachu became somewhat stronger, with improvements in all aspects.

It just consumes a lot of stamina.

Usually it's not a special battle, Ash doesn't really use it.

In the battle just now against Kenan, Ash was thinking of using Aura to see how big the gap still was between him and the Kenan Elite Four.

"So that's how it is!"

Kenan suddenly realized, just now her Dragonair had been suppressed by Pikachu; if it weren't for Team Rocket coming to cause trouble, the outcome would still be uncertain.

Quick Attack is as swift as lightning, and there's also that immensely powerful Iron Tail!

She has indeed experienced it; it's truly extraordinary, not just the boost from Aura, but Pikachu's own strength is also very strong.

"If we battle again later, I estimate I won't be able to beat you!"

Kenan felt that if Ash further develops Aura, next time they battle, it's likely they won't have the back-and-forth fight as now; instead, Kenan would suffer a crushing defeat.

"Thank you, Master Kenan, for your guidance!"

Ash felt Kenan had gone easy on him, perhaps not wanting him to take too hard a hit.

The first time battling an Elite Four member, Ash felt the gap between himself and the Elite Four; the opponent's battle experience was utterly overwhelming.

Seeing Ash's vibrant appearance, Kenan felt a warm amusement in her heart, full of energy!

The scene froze on Kenan and Ash shaking hands, promising to battle again next time!

【Xiba: So saying, Kenan's battle against Black Satoshi was taking advantage; if Black Satoshi grows up, he'll surely be thoroughly beaten!】

【Kenan: Xiba, you're so talkative, you'll get yourself killed!】

【Yulongdu: Why is Kenan of the Black World so enthusiastic toward Black Satoshi, teaching him so many battle techniques—could it really be to train Black Satoshi to become an Elite Four?】

【Kenan: Should be, maybe!】

That shouldn't happen; he aims to become a Pokémon Master, traveling to various regions to see different Pokémon and battle different Trainers, and will definitely not be confined to one region.

Ash's thoughts have never changed; his sole goal is to become a Pokémon Master.

In the Bai Shijie——

Ash and his group went through many things and finally arrived at the Citrus Gym.

Along the way, Xiaoxia rescued a little girl who had fallen into the water; consequently, the Gym Leader Ayi developed a fondness for Xiaoxia and asked her to stay.

Moreover, although the Citrus Gym's challenge is a three-on-three type match, it still has its own rules like the previous two Gyms: challengers must first pass a move test, using their signature move to hit all targets that jump out on the Citrus River to pass the trial.

The battlefield of the Citrus Gym is perilously located on a high rocky plateau; moreover, the Gym Leader and challenger can only travel back and forth by hot air balloon, and beneath the battlefield lies the sea.

The challenge rule is that the Gym Leader and challenger must use Pokémon of the same type to battle; the Citrus Gym Leader has many Pokémon, and they often dance in the Gym, intending to fight using dance, as this can counter opponents.

【Iris: Is he the brother-in-law's rival?】

【Peony: Our brother-in-law is Ash; this Gym Leader shouldn't interfere, just let the two of them travel and heat things up!】

【Xiaoxia: Nonsense...... heat up!!!】

My older sister really is, spouting nonsense like that; in front of so many people, she actually talks about her and Ash's relationship, constantly saying 'brother-in-law,' and knowing that Aunt Hanako is also watching the livestream, if you say that, how am I supposed to face Aunt Hanako?

Xiaoxia's face was red red, not knowing whether it was from anger or something else.

"Oh dear, don't worry, we're just helping you!"

Sakura glanced at Xiaoxia; outwardly she seemed disdainful, but inwardly she approved of their commotion, her flushed face being the answer.

Bai Shijie——

Same-type battle begins.

Gym Leader Ayi sent out Electabuzz.

According to the battle rules, Ash also sent out an Electric-type Pokémon, so he sent out Pikachu.

However, Electabuzz's ability is Lightning Rod, making it immune to Pikachu's Electric attacks; Pikachu didn't use Electric moves against Electabuzz, but used Quick Attack, yet still couldn't defeat Electabuzz, and was later knocked down by Electabuzz's Thunder Punch.

Unfortunately, Pikachu's ability is Static, so Electric moves are still effective against it.

The second battle was Ash's Bulbasaur against Ayi's Exeggutor.

That Exeggutor actually used dance to dodge Bulbasaur's Razor Leaf, then Exeggutor used Bomb to knock Bulbasaur to the ground. When moving in to deliver the final blow, Bulbasaur used Sleep Powder to put Exeggutor to sleep; Exeggutor continued dancing in its dream and walked out of the battlefield.

The third battle was Ash's Squirtle against Ayi's Starmie.

That Starmie also dances to evade attacks and can use 100,000 Volts; Squirtle was almost done for here, but in a critical moment Squirtle learned Water Cannon, enabling it to win the battle.

【Brock: Really close call, lucky Squirtle got zapped by Pikachu many times, gaining some resistance to Electric moves, otherwise it would have been KO'd instantly!

【Musashi: Naturally, Pikachu's 100,000 Volts is far stronger than this Starmie's, so Squirtle being able to withstand it is perfectly normal!

【Miaomiao: To be honest, after being shocked by Pikachu so many times, I can now casually withstand Electric attacks, meow.