Chapter 106: Counterattack Even at the Brink of Death

In the chase and flight, the shadow of the Dusknoir suddenly vanished, and its physical form disappeared from the arena as well.

The audience, however, saw clearly: a portal had just appeared, and the Dusknoir had retreated into another dimension.

"This is Shadow Sneak!"

A move that retreats into another dimension and then launches a surprise attack from behind; it is highly unexpected, and since it can only dodge and not block, even guarding against this divine technique is useless.

The Dusknoir emerged from behind the Honchkrow, gloomily preparing to strike.

Everyone's hearts tightened; was it about to land a hit?

Bai Jing remained utterly calm and issued a command with cool precision!

"Swift Return!"

At the critical moment, the Honchkrow leaped in an arc, dodging the surprise attack while turning back, its sword descending to strike from above!

Swift Return, a Flying-type move, taunts the opponent with agile speed before delivering a slash; the attack is guaranteed to hit.

A cry of pain rang out; the surprise attack failed and was countered, sending the Dusknoir crashing down from the air!

"Well done!"

"The timing on that Swift Return was incredibly precise!"

The audience's cheers never ceased!

This is the charm of a Trainer; a correct command at the critical moment can turn a Pokémon's defeat into victory!

"Dusknoir, pull yourself together!"

Would Bai Jing give him a chance? Of course not!

Press the advantage!

"Shadow Sneak!"

Before the Dusknoir even touched the ground, it was struck again by a black sword formed from shadows, with super-effective results!

"Dusknoir!"

Two hits, especially the Shadow Sneak, had already left the Dusknoir gasping for breath.

No choice; whose fault is it that its HP is so low? Compared to the Wobbuffet from before, it's nothing!

"Damn it!"

Seeing the Honchkrow relentlessly pursuing, Li Gui decisively issued an order.

"Confusion!"

Invisible psychic power extended outward, holding the Honchkrow in mid-air, unable to break free.

Indeed, the Dusknoir can use Psychic-type moves; Ghost and Psychic types naturally share many connections.

"Excellent! While maintaining Confusion, use Shadow Ball!"

A dark sphere gradually coalesced in the Dusknoir's chest!

Everyone was greatly surprised; "The Dusknoir couldn't possibly learn Shadow Ball at this moment, unless..."

Li Gui laughed heartily. "Bai Jing, are you very surprised?"

"I'm not afraid to tell you; Shadow Ball was learned via a TM. Are you pleasantly surprised?"

As expected!

The Shadow Ball completed its formation!

"Go! The winner of this battle will only be me!"

Watching the Shadow Ball fly toward them, the crowd murmured again.

Will it hit this time?

It probably should, after all, the Honchkrow is restricted by Confusion and cannot dodge!

Bai Jing surprised them once again!

He remained unhurried and calmly gave the order: "Metal Sound!"

While the Honchkrow struggled to break free, it produced a series of clanging sounds, creating a massive noise that interfered with the Dusknoir.

The Dusknoir, already at its limit, was instantly distracted and could no longer maintain Confusion.

Freed from the restraint, the Honchkrow quickly dodged, narrowly avoiding the Shadow Ball.

"That was truly a hair's breadth!"

"Good! Well done!"

The freshmen were deeply disappointed; failing to hit even now was truly hateful!

Li Gui gritted his teeth. "Damn it, why is this guy so difficult to deal with?"

Bai Jing said calmly: "The Dusknoir has reached its limit; you have no chance left!"

"Honchkrow, send him down!"

At this moment, Li Gui could only watch helplessly as the Honchkrow struck the Dusknoir, but surprisingly, he did not lose heart; instead, he burst into laughter!

"Bai Jing, you've fallen for my trap; I was waiting for this very moment!"

"Curse activate!"

Everyone's faces changed, because this move was too disgusting!

When brought near death by an opponent's move, it inflicts a curse on the opponent, thereby canceling the damage of that move.

This is a move that can only be used when brought near death.

Note: Being near death means losing the ability to fight; it does not necessarily mean fainting!

"Dusknoir, with your last breath, deliver a fierce counterattack to the opponent!"

The Dusknoir's eyes hardened, unleashing the last of its strength to knock the Honchkrow flying, while it itself collapsed completely.

With a clang, the Honchkrow returned to its sheath, looking listless, clearly its stamina was near its limit.

"Li Gui and the Dream Demon Spirit have lost the challenge, while Bai Jing and the Lone Sword Sheath have secured their fourth victory!"

"Bai Jing, even if I lose, you won't fare well either. With only the remaining stamina of the Lone Sword Sheath, I don't believe it can endure the next battle!"

"You are bound to lose! Haha..."

Watching Li Gui leave arrogantly, Bai Jing frowned tightly.

This damn fellow, striking back even at the brink of death; truly hateful!

"The situation is already extremely unfavorable for Bai Jing. Just as Li Gui said, can the Lone Sword Sheath really sustain the next match?"

"Even if it can continue to hold on, what about the sixth match? The seventh?"

"It seems this defender's stand is about to end!"

"Holding out until the fifth match, he has already done something remarkable, and the Lone Sword Sheath is also very excellent!"

"Yes, this is a trainer and a Pokémon worthy of admiration!"

"Everyone, let us cheer on this trainer and Pokémon!"

The crowd shouted in unison!

"Go, Bai Jing! Go, Lone Sword Sheath!"

"Win or lose, just keep going; we support you!"