Chapter 222

Just a little bit; if she could command more decisively, maybe she could let Corviknight hold on for one more move and solve Glimmora first!

Unreconciled!

Nemona glanced at Poppy, noticing that she looked like she might cry at any time, so she immediately looked at Xiang Qingyu and started communicating with her eyes.

Feather-sensei, hurry up and think of a way to comfort her!

If people find out that an elementary school student ran out of our Sunny Gym crying, the already-not-much reputation will continue to drop!

"Shocking! Sunny Gym actually did this to a young trainer who was only 7 years old?"

She could already imagine what the headline on the League APP would be next!

"Ahem—"

Xiang Qingyu coughed twice, and soon attracted Poppy's gaze.

The little girl, who was not even as tall as his thigh, had flickering eyes and a bit of moisture in the corners of her eyes, looking pitiful.

"Very excellent command ability, classmate Poppy."

Xiang Qingyu walked to Poppy, reached out his hands to applaud, and smiled.

"Although you suffered a big loss at the beginning because you didn't know the ability, being able to adjust quickly and make effective counterattacks one after another is a complete embodiment of a trainer's level."

"Being able to seize the opportunity after I used Spiky Shield to launch a counterattack shows that you have also been observing the opponent's behavior in the battle, which is a very good habit in my opinion."

This wasn't Xiang Qingyu blowing smoke; he really thought Poppy did quite well.

Among the challengers in the first two weeks, there were quite a few whose Pokémon strength was close to Poppy's; it was clear they were excellent students of Naranja Academy.

But their command ability was really more than a grade worse than this 7-year-old little loli.

Were the students too weak, or was her talent really that strong?

Perhaps half and half.

At least after her Pokémon was severely poisoned, she could still stay calm, use Roost according to the situation on the field, and successfully trick out Glimmora's Spiky Shield.

She almost made him flip the car.

As expected of the "human who succeeded early" who could become an Elite Four at 9 years old, a young brain turns fast.

"Although the outcome of this battle is regrettable, I think you already have the strength to be at the forefront of the Victory Road."

"So, I, as the Gym Leader, recognize your strength."

After Xiang Qingyu finished speaking, he revealed a helpless smile.

"However, the Sunny Gym currently does not have the qualification to distribute badges."

Because the Sunny Gym would only be promoted to the ranks of the eight Gyms on the Victory Road next year, he really didn't have badges in his hands now.

As for the style of the badge, Xiang Qingyu had also reported it to the Paldea League.

It was imitated according to his favorite Garchompite from his past life, just the right size for a badge.

"Really?!"

Poppy, who was almost crying, instantly became much more spirited.

She could feel that this Mr. Xiang Qingyu spoke very sincerely and shouldn't be comforting her, but truly recognizing her strength!

"Thank you, Gym Leader brother!"

Honestly, before coming to challenge the Sunny Gym today, Poppy didn't know what level she was at now.

Her family's encouragement wasn't necessarily true, so she had always been hesitant about the proposal to participate in the Victory Road by exception.

In her view, only by getting recognition from an excellent trainer could she determine her strength.

And now, getting recognition from this very powerful Gym Leader brother on her first Gym challenge, she finally had confidence in participating in the Victory Road next year.

"Speaking of which..."

Xiang Qingyu raised an eyebrow and continued.

"Next year's Victory Road, our Sunny Gym will also officially become one of the eight Gyms in the region; by then, classmate Poppy, you can come and try again."

"If you can become stronger, it shouldn't be difficult to take the badge from my hands."

As a reserve for the eight Gyms, he was also constantly adapting to his identity as an "examiner".

Hopefully, by then, he could bring a better challenge experience to the students of Naranja Academy~

Thinking of this, Xiang Qingyu couldn't help but smile.

"Yeah, I will!"

Poppy nodded repeatedly.

This was the first time she had been praised by a Gym Leader.

And this Gym Leader named Xiang Qingyu didn't go easy on her because she was young, which also made Poppy feel respected.

Although the use of tactics was a bit unexpected, this Gym Leader Xiang Qingyu should be a very gentle big brother, right?

The first Gym she would challenge next year was decided to be the Sunny Gym!

Watching Poppy's back as she left satisfied, Nemona couldn't help but let out a sigh.

I always feel that the little guy seems to have been tricked by Feather-sensei; it should be my illusion...

Unlike Nemona's worried expression, Xiang Qingyu nodded with a smile.

What a good child!

Wait... seems like he forgot to ask her for a good review!