<h4>Chapter 297: The Milotic and ydol Showcase</h4>


    Thepetition continued, and Robert performed exceptionally well from start to finish, not yielding to the Coordinator named Suzuye. He advanced all the way to the semi-finals.


    The remaining four participants were Robert, Suzuye, Sora, and the Trainer who had previously used the Drifblim in the preliminaries, Ruoyu. Two males and two females, making for a bnced gender ratio.


    The matchups for the semi-finals were quickly determined, and surprisingly, the two top contenders, Robert and Suzuye, were set to face each other in the semi-finals.


    The first match of the semi-finals featured Sora against Ruoyu.


    Sora''s two Pokémon were Bellosom and Noctowl. Both had appeared in previous matches and exhibited formidable strength, showcasing seamless synergy in their battles.


    Ruoyu seemed to be a Coordinator specializing in Ghost-type Pokémon, with her lineup consisting of Drifblim and Dusclops.


    Although Ruoyu disyed strong skills, she couldn''t quite match Sora''s expertise in Pokémon coordination. In the end, Sora outscored her with precise strategies, leading to her defeat.


    Sora advanced to the finals.


    Next up was the match between Robert and Suzuye.


    Standing at opposite ends of the arena, though they remained expressionless, Robert''s palms were sweating.


    Suzuye, on the other side, said to Robert, "We meet again."


    "Yes, we do! But this time, I won''t lose," Robert said with determination in his voice.


    "I can''t afford to lose either."


    With Suzuye''s words, she released her two Pokémon, Clefable and Gade.


    Suzuye had previously used Clefable and Meganium, but this time, Gade made its debut, likely her hidden ace.


    Clefable and Gade swiftly assumed battle stances as they were released, indicating their deep familiarity and synergy.


    On the opposite side, Robert also released his Pokémon.


    With a sh of red light, ydol and Milotic appeared on the battlefield.


    The moment Milotic appeared, the arena erupted in enthusiastic cheers because the Milotic before them was exceptionally beautiful.


    "Miiilotic!"


    As Milotic gently waved its fan-like tail, its voice spread throughout the arena. Everyone felt a soothing energy enveloping their hearts, even though they couldn''t see or touch it— they could truly sense it.


    Both Suzuye and Robert had their hidden strategies. Robert''s Milotic and ydol were both powerful and disyed incredible synergy, making them his strongest and most harmonious duo.


    "This Milotic has been cultivated to perfection," one of the judges, Nurse Joy, marveled.


    "Yes, whether it''s the coloration or physique, it''s nearly wless," another Nurse Joymented.


    "Have you noticed that every Pokémon Robert selects has an outstanding appearance, especially this Milotic?" the final Nurse Joy added.


    Little did the Nurse Joys know that Robert possessed the YoYo Day Care Beautie Pokéblock, and and it would be weird if it appearance didn''t have any bright spots.


    As the signal to begin the match sounded, Milotic from Robert''s side took the initiative.


    A magnificent ice-blue beam of light transformed into a sword-like projection, aiming straight at Gade.


    Upon seeing this, Gade''s two arms quickly manifested two green energy des. After a swift and stylish sh, Milotic''s Ice Beam turned into blue dots, enhancing Gade''s majestic appearance.


    Robert''s performance score decreased instantly.


    With the shattered Ice Beam, Gade swiftly dashed towards Milotic and ydol, leaving streaks behind on the battlefield.


    "ydol, Reflect!"


    Despite Gade''s incredible speed, ydol''s Reflect blocked his approach when he got near Milotic.


    Seizing the opportunity, Milotic delivered a powerful Dragon Tail strike to Gade''s waist, nearly bending it out of shape.


    Gade was sent flying andnded heavily in front of Clefable.


    Suzuye''s score took a significant hit, and she fell behind Robert.


    Gade''s experience taught us that even when dealing with closebat, you shouldn''t take it lightly; it might leave you with a sore waist.


    "Clefable, Heal Pulse!"


    Suzuye''s Clefable responded by casting a Heal Pulse.


    Suzuye immediately wanted her support Pokémon, Clefable, to tend to the injured Gade.


    However, before Suzuye could finish speaking, Robert issued hismand.


    "Milotic, Heal Block!"


    Just as Clefable was about to use Heal Pulse, it seemed as though she had suddenly lost her voice, looking rather embarrassed.


    Robert was evidently extremely familiar with his old rival''s Clefable, having already nned a counter-strategy to nullify her healing capabilities.


    Clefable''s failed skill usage caused Suzuye''s performance score to drop significantly once again.


    Despite the pain, Gade managed to climb to his feet. He suddenly disappeared from the battlefield, and when he reappeared, he was already behind Milotic.


    With Lead de, he struck Milotic, causing Milotic to cry out in pain. The audience couldn''t help but frown in response.


    Milotic''s long tail swiped through the air, but it missed its target as Gade had swiftly returned to his original position.


    While everyone marveled at Gade''s Teleport, three identical Clefable had appeared on the battlefield at some point and began singing a song.


    It was Clefable''s signature move, Substitute and Round.


    Substitute and Round was a move that increased in power with each additional Pokémon used, and with three Clefable performing it simultaneously, its power was awe-inspiring.


    Beautiful circr ripples spread throughout the arena, apanied by melodious singing. Robert''s performance score instantly dropped to a level simr to Suzuye''s.


    "Milotic, Recover! ydol, Light Barrier!"


    With ydol''s Light Barrier defense, the continuous waves of Substitute and Round finally disappeared, and Robert''s ydol immediately shifted from defense to offense.


    First, it used Power Swap, exchanging its defense with attack stats, followed by a devastating Earth Power.


    The Clefable responsible for defense rushed forward and attempted to use Light Barrier, but it quickly realized that its Light Barrier had inexplicably failed. Momentster, it was knocked to the ground by Earth Power.


    It turned out that ydol had quietly use Imprison move on Gade and Clefable''s.


    Originally, this was to prevent Gade''s Teleport, and It use on Clefable''s was just an Incidental. Unexpectedly, it had turned into a pleasant surprise.


    Gade attempted to retreat upon seeing the situation but was pushed back by a fierce blizzard.


    With the help of ydol''s dy tactics, Milotic sessfully used Recover.


    The sessivebination of moves from ydol and Milotic caused Suzuye''s performance score to plummet.


    The intense blizzard turned the entire battlefield into ice, making it impossible for Gade to maintain his bnce or counterattack.


    Seeing this, Robert pped his forehead, wondering why he hadn''t thought of using the blizzard to change the battlefield earlier. After all, his Milotic and ydol were unaffected by it.


    As the final bell signaling the end of the match rang, Robert emerged victorious by a wide margin, and the entire audience erupted in cheers.


    He had won! Robert let out a sigh of relief.