《Pokemon dungeon》


 CH1: The disaster

    Under the dim glow of a flickering streetlight, a boy huddled in the shadows of a forgotten corner of the city.


    The streets whispered stories of bustling lives, but for him, they offered nothing but cold concrete and emptiness.


    Kay pulled his threadbare coat tighter around his thin frame, the chill of the night sinking into his bones. He wasn''t afraid of the dark; he had lived in it for as long as he could remember.


    The world had forgotten him long ago. At five, he lost his parents in an accident he barely remembered, and with them, any sense of belonging.


    The orphanage had given him food and a roof but little else. By eighteen, he had been cast out and told to make a life for himself.


    Life, however, had other plans.


    Kay was invisible now, a shadow among shadows. He had long stopped counting the days since he last slept in a bed, felt warm, or ate more than scraps. The nights blurred into one another, filled with endless thoughts and haunting silence.


    Tonight, however, felt different.


    The city seemed quieter than usual, the air heavier. Kay closed his eyes without knowing that it was his last night in this world.


    ***


    As Kay opened his eyes, the first thing he noticed was the soft embrace of a warm bed cradling him.


    The feeling was so unfamiliar that his first instinct was to recoil. Blinking groggily, he squinted against the gentle glow of a shiny room.


    The walls shimmered faintly, reflecting light from an unseen source. The bedding beneath him was smooth and soft, unlike the rough, cold ground he had known for years.


    He sat up slowly, his breath hitching as he took in the unfamiliar surroundings. Was this a dream? He rubbed his eyes once, twice, then a third time, expecting the illusion to shatter. But the room remained, as real and solid as the ache in his chest.


    For a fleeting moment, Kay thought he might be dead, and this was some version of the afterlife.


    The thought was both terrifying and strangely peaceful. But just as he began to settle into that belief, a soft knock interrupted his spiraling thoughts.


    The door creaked open, and a young woman stepped inside. She was radiant, her presence filling the room with warmth.


    Her long hair shimmered like sunlight, and her eyes sparkled with a kindness Kay had never known. Her smile was soft and bright, like the first ray of dawn after a storm.


    "How is my son this morning?" she asked, her voice gentle and filled with affection. "Did you sleep well?"


    Kay froze. The words hung in the air, strange and disorienting. ''My son?'' His head began to throb, an ache so sharp it made him wince.


    The woman''s voice stirred something deep within him, unlocking a door he hadn''t known existed.


    Memories not from his life on Earth, but from somewhere else rushed into his mind like a torrent.


    He grasped his head as images flashed before him: running through a sunlit field as a child, a warm embrace from this woman, laughter echoing in a cozy home.


    Her name floated to the surface of his mind ''Reina''. She was his mother. And then, more fragments emerged; a tall, strong man with a booming laugh named ''Max''. His father. This book was originally published on Royal Road. Check it out there for the real experience.


    Kay''s breathing quickened as the memories settled into place, fitting together like pieces of a puzzle.


    He wasn''t on Earth anymore. This world was something else, something unfamiliar yet strangely comforting.


    And in this world, his name was still Kay, but he wasn''t the Kay who had spent years surviving on the streets. Here, he was loved.


    ***


    Kay was only five years old when he arrived in this world. For three years, he adjusted to his new surroundings.


    He cherished the affection of his parents, something he had never known before. Then, when Kay was eight, his family grew.


    His mother gave birth to a baby girl; Kay''s little sister. The household buzzed with joy and love, and for the first time, Kay felt truly at home.


    Years passed, and Kay settled into his routine. By the time he turned thirteen, life in this world felt completely normal. But everything changed when the gates began to appear.


    Out of nowhere, mysterious portals began to open across the world. From these gates emerged terrifying creatures; beasts that defied imagination.


    The creatures varied in size and power. Some were small, but others were enormous and created chaos wherever they went.


    Humanity''s weapons proved ineffective against these monsters, except for the weaker ones.


    Cities fell into chaos, and people fled to hideouts, seeking refuge from the onslaught.


    Kay''s city was not spared. Some gates appeared, though fortunately, they was all small ones, and the creatures that emerged were just small ones, and the military managed to contain the threat, at least for now.


    Still, fear gripped the population. Families, including Kay''s, were forced to abandon their homes and seek safety in underground shelters that were prepared for nuclear attacks.


    As Kay and his family ran through the streets toward the nearest hideout with the guidance of the army, a gate opened right in front of them.


    For a moment, panic seized their group, as they were facing the big white gate. But, happily soldiers were there to intercept the threat.


    As Kay''s family and the other families changed the road to another one with the guidance of one of the soldiers, the gate shimmered ominously, and from it emerged the first creature; a small, purple rat with white fur on its underside. Two sharp teeth jutted out from its mouth, giving it a menacing appearance despite its size.


    As they were running Kay took a glance back to see the creature that would appear from this mysterious gate.


    What he saw made his heart pounding. The creature was eerily familiar. Memories from his days in the orphanage flooded back.


    The creature looked exactly like the rat Pok¨¦mon (Rattata). Kay couldn''t believe his eyes.


    He blinked, rubbed his eyes, and looked again. There was no mistake. It wasn''t just a random rat. It was a Rattata, a creature from his old world''s games and stories.


    As the soldiers engaged the Rattata, Kay''s mind raced. Was it a coincidence? Or was there a connection between this world and his previous one?


    The thought gnawed at him, even as they reached the safety of the hideout. While his family huddled together, Kay sat apart, lost in thought. The image of the Rattata lingered in his mind.


    Moments later, Kay sat with his family in the shelter, listening intently to the radio for updates about the outside world.


    Reporters described the chaos, detailing battles against the creatures and recounting their unique abilities.


    Each description sent a chill down Kay''s spine. The more he listened, the more certain he became: these creatures were Pok¨¦mon; the same ones from the series he loved in his youth.


    Days turned into weeks, with families huddled in shelters, relying solely on the radio for news.


    Over time, Kay pieced together a clearer picture of the world outside. Cities where large gates had appeared were obliterated.


    One week after the disaster, no survivors were reported from these places, and no one knew what was the fate of humanity there.


    Among the creatures mentioned in the broadcasts the names Kay could guess were Sandshrew, Ponyta, Primeape, Pinsir, and Persian.


    Hearing that these names created this chaos brought Kay no comfort. If these were only the weaker creatures, he dreaded the thought of what might come next.


    The military''s strength dwindled as more soldiers fell in battle. Humanity''s hope dimmed with each passing day.


    Then, exactly a month after the gates first appeared, a chilling announcement spread across the airwaves.


    All the gates around the world had broken open, releasing even more powerful monsters into the world.


    Each gate released in addition to the other monsters one creature, far stronger; this creature seemed to be the leader of the herd.


    The news sent waves of fear through the shelters. Reports of gates breaking simultaneously across the globe only deepened the sense of despair.


    Kay''s heart sank as he realized the world''s fragile balance had shattered completely.


    And yet, he couldn''t help but feel that his connection to these creatures held the key to humanity''s survival. The question was, what could he do about it?


    To be continued...

 CH2: The expedition

    The aftermath of the gate breaks was devastating. Reports began flooding the radio waves with grim statistics: the world had lost nearly 40% of its population in just a month.


    The hardest-hit areas were poorer countries, where military forces lacked the advanced weaponry and infrastructure needed to face these creatures.


    These nations were left defenseless against the creatures, and the losses were catastrophic.


    Kay listened in silent horror as these figures were repeated over and over, each broadcast painting a bleaker picture of humanity''s dwindling numbers.


    Despite the overwhelming despair, a glimmer of hope finally emerged. For the first time since the gates appeared, there was a piece of good news.


    Newly created gates no longer seemed to release any creatures. This anomaly sparked curiosity and cautious optimism among scientists and military leaders.


    As the days passed, the world''s leaders convened, desperate to find a solution before another wave of destruction could occur.


    The radio buzzed with news of debates and bold decisions. Eventually, a groundbreaking announcement was made: expeditions would be sent inside the gates.


    Early studies suggested that there was another world behind the gates and that humans could survive in that world, a revelation that was both thrilling and terrifying.


    This decision wasn''t made lightly; it was made from the mounting fear that if left unchecked, these gates might break again after another month, unleashing even more powerful creatures.


    The plan was met with mixed reactions. Some people were hopeful, thinking this could be the start of fighting back.


    Others were scared, wondering what dangers might be hiding inside the gates.


    Kay sat beside the radio, his ears glued to the device as if his focus alone could pull the news faster.


    Every announcement about the expedition army was like a lifeline. The team had entered one of the smaller gates, chosen carefully to reduce the risk.


    They were humanity''s hope, armed with the best technology available; high-powered weapons, and advanced cameras designed to send live footage back to the outside world.


    But the moment the soldiers stepped into the gate, the feed cut off. Static replaced the images on the monitors, and the engineers quickly reported the reason: a strong electromagnetic force inside the gate had blocked all communication.


    This unexpected development left everyone in suspense. All the world could do was wait, holding their breath for any sign of progress.


    Hours passed like days. Then, after five tense hours, the silence was broken. Reports came in "Three soldiers had emerged from the gate".


    Relief swept over the shelter like a wave, but it was short-lived. As the soldiers stepped out, the gate behind them emitted an eerie, high-pitched sound.


    Before anyone could react, the gate vanished entirely, leaving only empty air where it once stood.


    Kay''s heart sank as he listened to the details. The expedition had started with twenty soldiers.


    Only three returned. The numbers were grim, a stark reminder of the dangers within the gates.


    Still, the return of even a few survivors was enough to ignite a fragile hope. These three were hailed as heroes, proof that humanity could still fight back, even in the face of overwhelming odds.


    The three soldiers were injured, their bodies battered and bruised from whatever horrors they had faced inside.


    Medics rushed to provide immediate care, tending to their wounds and ensuring they were stable.


    The world waited anxiously as the soldiers rested, their silence fueling a whirlwind of speculation.Find this and other great novels on the author''s preferred platform. Support original creators!


    For Kay and millions of others, the time between the soldiers'' return and their eventual debriefing felt endless.


    What had they seen inside the gate? What dangers lurked there? And most importantly, what did their survival mean for the future of humanity? The anticipation was unbearable, but one thing was clear: these soldiers carried answers that could change everything.


    The next day, the radio buzzed with updates as the world listened closely to the testimony of one of the returned soldiers.


    This soldier, who had suffered only minor injuries, shared a story that shocked everyone.


    Inside the gate was a completely different world. What they had found was a massive, sprawling forest, alive and teeming with strange life.


    What stunned everyone even more was the revelation that time worked differently inside the gate.


    While only five hours had passed outside, the expedition team had spent nearly ten days in that forest.


    The soldier described their early encounters. At first, the creatures seemed like the small monsters that attacked their world; they resembled big insects and worms, but these ones didn''t make a challenge for them.


    From his words, Kay immediately pictured Caterpie and Weedle.


    As the team ventured deeper into the forest, the creatures became stronger. One day, the soldier recounted, they stumbled upon a small, dark cave.


    Inside, they found clusters of eggs, dozens of them, carefully arranged. The team assumed these eggs were the source of future monsters, so they decided to destroy them all.


    But what followed was their first true nightmare. As they smashed the eggs, the air filled with an angry, droning buzz.


    A swarm of enormous bees emerged from the trees, their needle-like stingers gleaming ominously.


    The soldier described the situation with terror which showed what they had passed inside the gate. (For sure it''s a Beedrill swarm)


    The team fought desperately, but the swarm''s numbers were overwhelming. That day, they lost eight soldiers to the relentless attack.


    The survivors barely escaped, retreating deeper into the forest, their morale shaken and their numbers thinned.


    On the last day of their expedition, the team heard a loud, vibrating buzz that echoed through the forest.


    It was unlike anything they had heard before. Following the sound cautiously, they came upon a clearing.


    There, hovering in the center, was a massive bee-like creature, similar to the others but larger, with sharper features and a menacing aura. Surrounding it were smaller bees that seemed to act as its guards.


    Realizing the danger, the team decided to retreat. But as they tried to slip away unnoticed, the creatures spotted them.


    The swarm attacked from behind, driving them out into the open clearing.


    With no place left to run, the soldiers knew they had to fight. They have no choices: stand and face the enemy or die trying to escape.


    The soldier continued describing the battle. At first, it was one-sided just the sound of buzzing wings and deadly stingers and spears.


    The bees attacked relentlessly, and the soldiers could only defend themselves, barely holding their ground.


    The enormous bee, which appeared to be the leader, hovered silently at the edge of the battle, watching but not engaging.


    Then, a shift in the fight occurred. One soldier, desperate to turn the tide, switched his weapon to one that emitted fire; a flamethrower-like device.


    To their astonishment, the fire proved incredibly effective against the bees. The creatures, which seemed nearly invincible before, began to falter.


    Encouraged by this discovery, the remaining soldiers focused their efforts, using fire-based attacks to incinerate the swarm.


    In a matter of minutes, they had reduced the swarm to ashes except for the massive bee and three others that stood by its side.


    These remaining bees were visibly different, stronger, and more resilient than the rest. Despite their earlier success, the soldiers knew they were in for another deadly round.


    By this point, only ten soldiers were left, as two had fallen in the initial battle. With grim determination, they turned their attention to the final four opponents.


    They launched their attack, aiming to kill the smaller bees first, but the massive bee still didn''t move.


    The smaller bees fought viciously, managing to kill three more soldiers before they were finally brought down.


    The soldiers used their most powerful weapons to eliminate them. (explosive bombs that created intense bursts of fire in tight spaces).


    When the last of the smaller bees fell, the survivors allowed themselves a brief moment of dream of victory as they were now seven versus one.


    But their victory was short-lived. As they prepared to strike, the enormous creature finally moved.


    With one swift motion, it lunged, its spear-like limbs piercing straight through a soldier''s body.


    The speed and power of the attack were staggering, and it was clear they had underestimated the beast''s strength.


    They tried to use their bombs against it, but the creature was too fast. It darted through the air with precision, evading every attack.


    The soldiers'' hope began to fade, their confidence replaced with the grim realization that they were outmatched.


    Just as despair was setting in, one soldier made a bold and selfless decision. Stripping off his heavy arsenal to move faster, he grabbed one of the remaining bombs and sprinted toward the massive bee.


    His comrades shouted for him to stop, but he ignored them, his focus locked on the enemy.


    As he closed the distance, the bee struck. Its spear pierced through his stomach, blood staining the forest floor.


    Yet, even in his agony, the soldier didn''t falter. With his remaining strength, he grabbed hold of the spear, locking the bee in place.


    Before the creature could pull away, the soldier hurled the bomb directly at it. The explosion that followed lit up the clearing in a fiery blaze, engulfing both the soldier and the bee.


    When the smoke cleared ...


    To be continued ...

 CH3: Time skip

    When the smoke cleared, the soldiers saw the huge bee still alive. However, their fallen comrade''s sacrifice was not in vain.


    The bee was injured, and one of its four wings was torn. This made it slower, though still dangerous.


    The remaining soldiers realized that if they wanted to defeat this creature, they had to use the same method, even if it meant risking their lives.


    One of the soldiers stepped forward and prepared to repeat the process. He ran toward the bee with another bomb, aiming for its wings.


    This time, the bomb hit perfectly, destroying more of the wings and slowing the bee even further. Now, it was clear that the creature''s speed was no longer a major threat.


    But the situation was still dire. Only four soldiers remained, all of them injured, facing the enormous bee.


    Despite their fear, they were determined to finish the fight. Another soldier stepped up, ready to carry out the same risky attack. But as he ran toward the bee, something shocking happened.


    For the first time, the bee unleashed a massive attack. A bright orange and yellow beam shot out of its body, striking the running soldier and killing him instantly.


    The beam didn''t stop there but it came straight toward the remaining soldiers. Luckily, they managed to dodge it, but the attack left them shaken. They realized this was no ordinary creature.


    After that, they knew they had to act quickly. They attacked the bee from different directions to avoid another deadly beam, hoping to confuse it.


    The plan worked. They got close to the creature and began throwing their incinerated bombs.


    What shocked them was that the creature didn''t react but just stayed fixed. Each hit caused the bee to scream in pain, but it didn''t fight back.


    After the bee was near death she moved and released a burst of purple stingers. The stingers hit one of the soldiers and fell to the ground.


    Finally, after all their efforts, the giant bee collapsed and died. The soldiers were exhausted and injured, but they had survived.


    Moments after the bee''s death, a strange gate appeared in front of them. It looked exactly like the one they had entered at the start of their mission.


    With no other choice, they walked through it and found themselves back in their own world.


    Later, the soldier who was hit by the stings was diagnosed by doctors who discovered that the stingers carried a strange new poison for which there was no cure until now.


    With that victory, the soldiers achieved humanity''s first win since the gates appeared.


    This success brought hope to people around the world. As a result, the number of expeditions into the gates increased quickly.


    Over time, humanity learned more about the gates and the creatures inside them. Scientists and soldiers worked together to gather information.


    But one discovery stood out as the most important: when strong monsters were killed inside the gates, their bodies disappeared, leaving behind a unique stone.


    These stones came in different colors and were later named "Power Stones." Scientists found that these stones could become an important new source of energy.


    ***


    Two years later.


    The creatures were officially named "Pokemon," short for Pocket Monsters. The term "Pocket" came from the gates, as they acted like pockets that brought creatures into the world.


    Each species of Pokemon was classified into different types and given a unique name. This tale has been unlawfully lifted from Royal Road; report any instances of this story if found elsewhere.


    By now, humanity had adapted to the existence of gates. Though they remained dangerous, people had found ways to live alongside this new reality.


    Cities were rebuilt, life slowly returned to normal, and people learned to face the challenges of the gates. But this progress was possible because of one key event that changed everything.


    During an expedition, a group of soldiers entered a gate on a routine mission. Among them was a curious soldier who stumbled upon something extraordinary: a Pokemon egg.


    Without informing his team, he secretly took the egg and hid it. When the mission ended, he brought the egg back home, deciding to see what would hatch from it.


    His plan was simple: if the creature inside turned out to be hostile, he would kill it. However, after about four months, the egg hatched.


    To his surprise, it revealed a tiny, delicate creature with bright yellow fur and large, triangular ears outlined in black.


    The little Pokemon looked soft and fragile, but its playful movements were full of curiosity and life. (A Pichu).


    The soldier, weapon in hand, expected the newborn to attack. But instead, the Pichu looked up at him with wide, trusting eyes as if seeing him as its parent.


    Taken aback, the soldier lowered his weapon. He decided to observe the Pokemon instead of harming it.


    Days turned into weeks, and the Pichu grew up in the soldier''s house, hidden from everyone else.


    To his amazement, the Pokemon showed no signs of aggression or rebellion. Instead, it bonded with him, becoming a loyal and affectionate companion.


    When Pichu finally matured, the soldier decided to report his discovery to his superiors. But the army''s reaction was far from what he expected.


    They immediately separated the soldier from his Pokemon, sending him to prison for disobeying protocol. The Pichu was locked away in a separate facility, isolated and confused.


    This event was kept hidden from the public while the army deliberated on how to handle it.


    They faced a critical decision: should they take the safe route and eliminate both the soldier and the Pokemon to prevent any potential risk? Or should they take a gamble and hear the soldier''s story, potentially uncovering a way to fight back against the gates?


    In the end, they chose the second choice. Humanity''s survival depended on exploring every possibility, no matter how uncertain.


    They placed the Pichu in a cage and brought it into the same room as the soldier, who was tied with steel chains to prevent any escape.


    The moment Pichu saw its master bound and in this situation, it began ramming itself against the iron bars of the cage.


    It tackled the bars repeatedly, ignoring the pain as blood trickled from its small head. The sight was shocking, and the commanders in the room watched in silence.


    One of the commanders decided to test the Pokemon''s loyalty. He walked over to the cage, opened the door, and waited to see how the Pichu would react.


    Without hesitation, the small Pokemon jumped out and ran straight to the soldier. It tugged at the steel chains with all its strength, desperately trying to free him.


    Realizing its efforts were in vain, Pichu turned to face the men in the room. Sparks flickered from its cheeks, a clear warning that it was ready to fight for its master.


    The commander ordered the Pokemon to be returned to its cage, but to do so without harming it. Then, he made another bold decision:


    "Free him from his chains!"


    The commander had seen enough to believe the soldier''s claim. He realized that if that soldier could form a bond with a Pokemon, perhaps others could too.


    This bond could be the key to turning the tide against the gates. But before taking any further steps, they needed to confirm whether Pichu''s loyalty extended to fighting other Pokemon if it meant protecting its master.


    To test this, they devised an experiment. The soldier was placed in a room, unarmed and alone.


    Moments later, a Rattata was released into the room. The creature immediately spotted the soldier and prepared to attack. Then, they released Pichu into the same room.


    As expected, Pichu stood between the soldier and the Rattata, ready to defend its master. The two Pokemon clashed.


    Though Rattata was stronger, Pichu refused to back down. It fought with everything it had, even as injuries mounted.


    Pichu''s small body was battered, and it was gravely injured and on the edge of death.


    Just as the Rattata prepared to deliver a finishing blow, the army intervened, killing the Rattata to save Pichu. Both Pichu and the soldier were rushed to the hospital.


    After the incident with the soldier and Pichu, armies around the world changed their approach to handling Pokemon eggs.


    They issued a global directive forbidding expedition teams from destroying any eggs found within the gates.


    This shift marked a turning point, as many soldiers began forming bonds with Pokemon.


    However, a curious discovery emerged when attempts were made to give a single soldier more than one Pokemon.


    In every case, the second Pokemon hatched would reject the soldier, often attacking them immediately.


    Despite countless attempts, no method seemed to work except in a few extremely rare cases.


    These exceptional individuals managed to bond with more than one Pokemon, but they were so rare.


    Recognizing the importance of this newfound relationship between humans and Pokemon, countries came together to establish a unified organization called the Pokemon League.


    The Pokemon league would be established in every continent, as every continent would have its own league.


    The league took over the responsibility of collecting and managing everything that had a relation with Pokemon.


    This shift allowed the armies to focus solely on combating threats from the gates while the league worked to integrate Pokemon into society.


    Once all soldiers had bonded with a Pokemon, the Pokemon League made a very important decision.


    To be continued...

 CH4: Time skip(2)

    Once most soldiers had bonded with a Pokemon, the Pokemon League decided to extend the opportunity to ordinary citizens.


    They began selling eggs, ensuring civilians could also form partnerships with Pokemon. However, not everyone was successful in this endeavor.


    To the shock of many, most civilians were unable to bond with the Pokemon that hatched from their eggs even if it was their first Pokemon.


    In these cases, the newly hatched Pokemon often became hostile, attacking the person who was meant to be its partner.


    This unpredictable outcome left people confused and scared. Scientists theorized that there might be something special about individuals who could bond with Pokemon, but this mystery remained unsolved for now.


    As the majority of bonding essays were failures, the Pokemon League decided to make a rule: no one could buy an egg until they were at least 20 years old.


    This was done to reduce the risks of accidents and attacks from unbonded Pokemon.


    Those who succeeded in bonding with Pokemon were called Pokemon Trainers. These trainers could train their Pokemon and enter dungeons to fight Pokemon and gather resources.


    Over time, the league noticed something unique about Pokemon Trainers: after bonding with a Pokemon, the trainer would gain a special ability that affected their Pokemon.


    For example:


    Some trainers could make fire attacks stronger by 10%.


    Others could help their Pokemon see better at night.


    Some could make terrain-based moves, like sandstorms or grassy fields, last longer.


    Pokemon Trainers also had a new way to earn money. Their main job was to enter dungeons, kill Pokemon there, and then collect the dropped power stones and Pokemon eggs if found, and sell them to the Pokemon League.


    Power stones were now the world''s main energy source, making them incredibly valuable.


    However, being a trainer came with responsibility. If a gate broke and released Pokemon into the world, trainers were forced to help defend civilians.


    Over time, guilds started to form. These were groups of trainers who teamed up to conquer dungeons together. Guilds helped trainers stay safe and handle bigger threats inside the gates.


    Because power stones were so expensive, trainers earned a lot of money and became much richer than normal people.


    This new way of life made being a Pokemon Trainer a dream for many people, but not given to all.


    The world''s currency changed and was now called the Pokedollar, reflecting the new era of Pokemon and gates.


    The Pokemon League also developed an important device that revolutionized life for Pokemon Trainers.


    This device called the Pokedex, was connected to the Power Stone of a Trainer''s bonded Pokemon. It served many purposes:


    It could display the name of the trainer''s special ability.


    It showed detailed information about the Pokemon, such as its species, name, level, potential, and rank.


    The Pokedex also offered other helpful services, making it an essential tool for every trainer.


    The Pokemon League took charge of collecting eggs from trainers and expedition teams.


    Instead of keeping all the eggs, the League sold them to young people who wanted to become Pokemon Trainers. If you come across this story on Amazon, be aware that it has been stolen from Royal Road. Please report it.


    This allowed more people to try their luck at bonding with Pokemon, though only those with the right traits could succeed.


    The biggest problem with this system was that Pokemon eggs were extremely expensive, making it impossible for many people to afford one.


    Only wealthy families or those who had saved up for years could buy an egg for their children.


    This created a divide between the rich and the poor, as having a Pokemon became a symbol of privilege and power.


    For poor people, the dream of becoming a Pokemon Trainer seemed almost unreachable.


    Even though they knew the risks of bonding with a Pokemon, many still wished for the chance to change their lives.


    The Pokemon League faced growing criticism for this inequality, but their response was simple: "The value of the eggs reflected the danger and effort required to obtain them. Each egg came from deep within the gates, often at the cost of lives."


    ***


    Five years later.


    Kay turned twenty years old. When Kay was younger, he had dreamed of becoming a Pokemon Trainer.


    Seeing how trainers gained wealth and fame, he imagined himself in their shoes. But as the years passed and the price of the Pokemon industry kept rising, he knew his family could never afford to buy him an egg.


    So, Kay let go of his dream. He decided to live a normal life and thought about becoming a researcher instead, using the knowledge he had gained in his past life.


    On his twentieth birthday, Kay sat with his parents and younger sister. After they shared a meal and laughed together, his parents brought out a small box and handed it to him as a gift.


    Kay looked at the box, curious. He shook it gently, trying to guess what was inside, but it made no sound. It was surprisingly light.


    When he opened the box, Kay found a single piece of paper that looked like an airplane ticket from his old world. He picked it up and read the words: "Lucky Egg."


    This a ticket that allowed the holder to enter a special room filled with hundreds of Pokemon eggs and choose one.


    Kay''s eyes widened in shock. This was the cheapest option for buying an egg, but it was still very expensive; something he never thought his family could afford. He looked up at his parents with disbelief.


    "How... how did you manage to buy this?" he asked, his voice trembling.


    His parents smiled warmly. "Kay, from the time you were little, we noticed your love for Pokemon,"


    Reina said. "We saw how much you studied and talked about them. It was clear this was your dream."


    Max added, "So we started saving years ago, little by little, to give you this chance on your twentieth birthday."


    Tears welled up in Kay''s eyes. He hugged his parents tightly and said, "Thank you. I promise I''ll become a strong Pokemon Trainer. One day, I''ll repay you for this."


    The next day, Kay walked to the league facility in their city accompanied by his father who was going to work on his company that was near the league.


    Kay''s father, Max, worked at a company that made batteries powered by Power Stones. His job was to classify the stones.


    When they reached the company building, Max said goodbye to Kay and went to work.


    Kay continued toward the league facility, holding the ticket tightly in his hand.


    As he entered the building, Kay approached the reception desk. A young, handsome man sat behind it. Seeing Kay walk up, the man smiled politely and asked, "How can I help you?"


    Kay replied, "I''m here to choose my egg," and showed him the ticket.


    The man glanced at the ticket, nodded, and stood up. "Follow me," he said.


    Kay''s heart raced as he followed the receptionist down a hallway toward the room where the eggs were kept.


    The league offered various options for civilians who wanted to buy a Pok¨¦mon egg, each catering to different budgets and needs. The most affordable option was the Lucky Egg, costing 10,000 Pokedollars.


    This choice allowed buyers to enter a room filled with hundreds of eggs and select one.


    However, there was no information about the egg''s type, species, or potential, making it a gamble. This was the option Kay had chosen to pursue.


    For those willing to spend more, the next option was the Type-Known Egg. With this choice, the egg''s elemental type, such as Fire, Water, or Electric, was known.


    However, neither the exact Pok¨¦mon inside nor its potential could be identified. The price of these eggs varied depending on the type, with rarer types commanding higher costs.


    The third option offered even more certainty: the Species-Known Egg. Buyers knew the Pok¨¦mon species inside the egg, such as Charmander or Bulbasaur, but the potential of the Pok¨¦mon remained a mystery.


    The price for these eggs depended on the species, with popular or powerful Pok¨¦mon being more expensive.


    Finally, there was the Fully-Known Egg, the most expensive option available. With these eggs, everything about the Pok¨¦mon inside was identified, including its species, type, and potential.


    This was possible because the egg''s parents had been observed, and their potential was determined with the help of the Pokedex.


    The potential of the Pok¨¦mon inside the egg would always fall between the higher and lower potentials of its parents.


    This level of certainty made these eggs incredibly valuable and out of reach for most civilians.


    Kay followed the receptionist with growing anticipation, his heart pounding as he imagined the possibilities ahead.


    After a short walk, they stopped in front of a steel door guarded by two serious-looking men, each accompanied by a Growlithe.


    The receptionist swiped a card through a scanner to validate Kay''s access. He then turned to Kay and said, "You have 45 minutes."


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 CH5: Choosing the egg

    The door opened, and Kay stepped into the room. His breath caught as he saw the sheer number of eggs, each nestled carefully on shelves that stretched far into the room.


    For a moment, he was overwhelmed. Then, determination filled him.


    He thought, ''Surely, at least one egg here can bond with me.''


    As soon as he entered, Kay felt something strange; a faint, unexplainable sensation but he brushed it off, thinking it might just be his nerves.


    He remembered hearing trainers often describe a subtle pull or attraction toward the egg compatible with their ability.


    But Kay had no idea how to feel such a connection, so he decided to rely on instinct.


    He began walking between the shelves, touching each egg and trying to sense any difference.


    One by one, he moved through them, but nothing stood out. Time ticked by, and Kay''s anxiety grew. Half time had passed, and still, there was no sign of the mysterious connection everyone talked about.


    With only minutes left, Kay panicked. He started running between the shelves, touching as many eggs as he could, desperate to find one before time ran out.


    The pressure was unbearable, this was his one and only chance, and failure wasn''t an option.


    Finally, the time was up. Kay stopped, out of breath, leaning on a shelf for support. Exhaustion and despair weighed on him as he tried to think of what to do next.


    But the receptionist suddenly opened the door and walked in, his tone sharp. "You''ve taken too long. If you haven''t felt anything by now, it probably means you can''t bond with any of these eggs. My advice is to don''t take a risk. If you pick the wrong egg and fail to bond, you''ll never be allowed to buy another one."


    Kay clenched his fists. His chest burned with a mix of anger and determination. He knew this was his only shot.


    His family had sacrificed so much for him to have this chance, and he couldn''t let it slip away. With a defiant glare, he replied, "Who said I didn''t feel an attraction?"


    Before the receptionist could respond, Kay reached out and grabbed the nearest egg, holding it firmly. "This is the one," he said, his voice steady.


    Though uncertainty gnawed at him inside, Kay refused to show it. This was his choice, and he would stand by it.


    The receptionist hesitated for a moment before saying, "Okay, follow me to complete the paperwork."


    Kay held the egg tightly and followed him, his heart heavy with fear. He thought, ''What if I can''t bond with the creature inside? What if this chance my parents gave me ends up wasted?'' But there was no turning back now.


    After finishing the paperwork, the receptionist handed Kay an incubator for the egg. Kay carefully took it, then asked, "Why weren''t the eggs inside the room in incubators?"


    The receptionist explained, "The room is specially designed with advanced technology to create an environment similar to an incubator. It keeps the eggs safe."


    Kay nodded, placed the egg in the incubator, and carefully put it inside his bag. Then, he left the facility and headed home.


    When Kay arrived home, he took out the incubator and knocked on the door, putting on a cheerful face to hide the uncertainty he felt deep inside. As soon as he knocked, he heard the sound of someone running toward the door. Love this story? Find the genuine version on the author''s preferred platform and support their work!


    It was his little sister, Anna. The moment she opened the door and saw the egg, she shouted in excitement and jumped on him, hugging him tightly.


    "Hey!" Kay said, laughing but trying to be careful. "Be careful! Don''t make me drop the egg!"


    Their mother appeared behind Anna, and when she saw Kay carrying the egg, tears welled up in her eyes.


    These were tears of happiness, not because her son would become a Pok¨¦mon trainer, but because she and his father had been able to help him achieve his dream. She stepped forward, smiling warmly. "Congratulations, Kay."


    Anna couldn''t wait any longer and asked, "Did you feel the attraction? Is this egg special?"


    Kay grinned and said confidently, "Of course! I felt it to many eggs, but the attraction to this one was stronger than all the others. That''s why I picked it."


    Anna''s eyes sparkled with curiosity. "What does it feel like? Can you describe the attraction?"


    Kay rolled his eyes and replied with a playful smirk, "Idiot! If I could describe it, someone would''ve written it down in books by now. It''s just too hard to explain!"


    Kay was laughing with his family, but deep inside, he couldn''t help but worry that the bonding operation might fail.


    In the afternoon, Kay''s father, Max, returned home and heard the news that Kay had successfully found an egg.


    The family decided to throw a small party to celebrate, even though Kay tried to delay it. He wanted to wait until he bonded with his Pok¨¦mon first.


    Days passed quickly, and two months went by since Kay received his egg. Now, the egg sometimes moved on its own.


    Kay''s worry started to show on his face, and although his parents noticed it, they chose not to say anything to avoid making him more anxious.


    Finally, the decisive moment arrived. One day, the egg began shaking nonstop, announcing the beginning of the hatching process.


    Kay carefully took the egg to his room, removed it from the incubator, and placed it on his desk. Just in case something went wrong, he held a weapon in his hand.


    Outside his room, Kay''s family waited anxiously behind the door, hoping for good news.


    Suddenly, the egg started glowing with a bright light, signaling that it was about to hatch. The glowing lasted a few minutes, and then the hatching was complete.


    A small, fox-like creature appeared. It had soft brown fur and a thick, cream-colored mane around its neck.


    Its large, pointed ears and bushy, fluffy tail gave it an elegant and cute appearance. It was an Eevee.


    The moment the little Pok¨¦mon looked at Kay with its innocent, curious eyes, Kay''s heart melted.


    The tiny creature let out a soft sound, and all of Kay''s worry and fear disappeared in an instant.


    Quickly, Kay hid the weapon and gently picked up Eevee, hugging it softly in his arms.


    Kay left his room with the tiny Eevee cradled carefully in his arms. When his family saw him, their faces lit up with joy.


    His sister Anna squealed in excitement, "It''s so cute! What''s its name?"


    Before he could answer, his mother leaned close to him and whispered softly in his ear, "I knew you''d make it, even though you didn''t feel any attraction, right?"


    Kay froze for a moment, surprised by her words. He thought he had hidden his worries well, but it seemed his mother had seen right through him. It was clear he was an open book to her.


    He grinned sheepishly and replied, "Sure you do."


    Before his mother could say anything else, Max stepped forward and said, "Kay, I think you should head back to the league''s facility and get your Pokedex."


    Kay nodded, remembering the procedure for new Pok¨¦mon trainers. "Yeah, sure. I''ll go this afternoon, it''s a good thing that it is given by the league to new Pokemon trainers for free."


    That afternoon, Kay carefully took a small tuft of fur from Eevee and headed to the league''s facility.


    He needed it to get his Pok¨¦dex, as the device had to be linked to the Power Stone of the Pok¨¦mon, which required the Pok¨¦mon''s DNA.


    When Kay entered the building, he was greeted by the same receptionist he had met the day he chose his egg.


    The receptionist glanced at Kay and immediately began speaking with a smug tone. "I told you that day we aren''t responsible if the bonding fails. You had one chance, and I regret to inform you that you can''t buy another egg from the league''s facilities anymore."


    Kay let him ramble on until the guy finally stopped talking. Calmly, Kay placed a tiny box on the desk and said, "One Pok¨¦dex, please. You''ll find my Pok¨¦mon''s fur inside this box."


    The receptionist froze, his face turning red with embarrassment. He silently took the box and walked into a back room without another word.


    A few minutes later, he returned, holding a piece of paper. "I''m sorry for before," the guy said quietly. "I thought you were like those people who take an egg, fail to bond, and then blame us for it."


    Kay nodded, signaling for him to continue.


    The receptionist handed him the paper and explained, "This states that you, Kay Marik, are eligible to receive your Pok¨¦dex in three days."


    Kay looked at the paper, noticing the league''s official blue stamp with its logo. He carefully folded it and placed it in his bag before leaving.


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 CH6: The Pokedex

    Kay returned home that day and spent all his time with his new companion, Eevee. The little Pok¨¦mon was so cute and playful that it quickly became part of the family.


    In just a short time, Eevee became like another member of their home, loved by everyone.


    Three days later, Kay headed back to the league to collect his Pok¨¦dex. During those days, he decided not to train Eevee yet since it had just hatched.


    He wanted to wait until he had the Pok¨¦dex to understand it better before starting her training.


    When Kay entered the facility, he saw the same receptionist again. This time, as soon as the man saw Kay, he hurried inside and quickly returned with the Pok¨¦dex in his hand. He gave it to Kay and asked, "Would you like me to explain its features?"


    Kay nodded silently, showing that he wanted to listen.


    The receptionist began, "On the main page of your Pok¨¦dex, you''ll see your stage as a trainer, your special ability, and a list of the Pok¨¦mon you own. For now, you only have one, but maybe you''ll be in the future one of the few trainers that could bond with more."


    Kay glanced at the receptionist with a neutral expression before returning his gaze to the Pok¨¦dex, signaling him to continue.


    The man cleared his throat and continued, "When you open the Pok¨¦mon''s page, you''ll see its potential, stage, and the moves it knows."


    He explained further, "The potential of a Pok¨¦mon is divided into six ranks: White, Yellow, Orange, Red, Purple, Blue, and Black. The higher the potential, the faster the Pok¨¦mon will grow and learn new moves."


    Then he added, "Now, about stages, there are six as well: Steel, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond. Between each stage, a Pok¨¦mon undergoes a ''breakthrough'' where its strength increases significantly. The difference in power between stages is not small, so breakthroughs are important."


    Kay listened closely, absorbing all the information even though he knew almost everything from what the receptionist said.


    The receptionist continued, "The Pok¨¦dex can''t be activated by anyone but you. You''ll need to do it yourself for security reasons, as your personal data is protected. Even the league can''t access what''s inside your Pok¨¦dex once it''s activated."


    He then added with a slight smile, "The Pok¨¦dex evolves as you grow as a trainer. It may unlock new features, but even we don''t know all the ways it can evolve. Since the device is linked to your Pok¨¦mon''s Power Stone and DNA, it''s full of mysteries we still don''t understand."


    Finally, the receptionist said, "Power Stones and Pok¨¦mon still hold many secrets. There''s so much more we don''t know."


    After finishing the short presentation, the receptionist handed Kay the Pok¨¦dex. Kay took it, carefully placed it in his pocket, and started his walk back home.


    While walking, Kay activated the Pok¨¦dex for the first time. On the main page, he saw his name displayed at the top. In the corner of the screen, it showed Stage: Steel, marking his current stage as a trainer.


    Below that, in the center of the page, Kay read the name of his ability. His eyes widened in shock when he saw something unexpected; two abilities listed instead of one. The story has been illicitly taken; should you find it on Amazon, report the infringement.


    Abilities: Pok¨¦mon Master, Egg Collector.


    Kay stood still for a moment, stunned. It was extremely rare for anyone to have two abilities. Trainers with two abilities were rarer even than those who could bond with three Pok¨¦mon.


    At first, Kay was confused by the names of his abilities. Usually, ability names were simple and clear, so a trainer could easily understand what they did.


    But "Pok¨¦mon Master" and "Egg Collector" didn''t give Kay any clue about their effects.


    However, he didn''t let it bother him too much. Kay knew from his studies that abilities like these often revealed themselves during training or when fighting inside gates.


    When an ability is activated, the Pok¨¦dex would notify the trainer about its activation and its effect.


    Curious, Kay turned to the page for his Eevee. The first thing he checked was her potential which was Orange.


    Kay''s face lit up with excitement. Orange potential was very good, especially for a Pok¨¦mon that came from a lucky egg.


    Next, Kay checked Eevee''s level and stage. As expected, she was still in the Steel Stage, the first stage of growth.


    Then he looked at Eevee''s move set: Tackle, Helping Hand, Wish


    Seeing this list made Kay even happier. Eevee already knew three moves, which was unusual for a Pok¨¦mon that had just hatched.


    Even more surprising, one of them was an egg move (Wish). Kay knew that not every Pok¨¦mon had the chance to inherit an egg move, making Eevee even more special.


    Kay couldn''t stop smiling as he walked the rest of the way home. By the time he arrived, he was so happy that he immediately hugged Eevee tightly, feeling grateful and proud of his new companion.


    Then Kay put Eevee down and started to plan Eevee''s training. He thought carefully about the moves Eevee would need to help him survive and fight inside the gates.


    At first, Kay wondered if it could teach Eevee moves that weren''t in the games or the series he remembered.


    However, after thinking for a while, he decided against it. So far, every detail from the series and games seemed to apply to this world.


    So, it was very likely that Eevee wouldn''t be able to learn moves outside of its usual list.


    After some thought, Kay decided on two moves to train Eevee: Sand Attack and Bite.


    Sand Attack would be useful for escaping dangerous situations or evading attacks from stronger Pok¨¦mon. It could give Kay a chance to flee if needed.


    Bite, on the other hand, was a strong attack move, and even much better than Tackle in terms of power.


    Kay created a strict training routine. Every day, Kay and Eevee trained for two hours on Sand Attack, followed by a half-hour break.


    Then they trained for another two hours on Bite. After another break, they spent the rest of the day practicing Eevee''s other moves.


    A week passed, and Eevee successfully learned Sand Attack. Now, Kay focused on Bite even more.


    Every morning, they trained on Bite for three full hours before moving on to other moves. Eevee was improving quickly, and Kay could tell it was close to learning Bite.


    Despite the progress in Eevee''s training, Kay still hadn''t figured out what his abilities, Pok¨¦mon Master and Egg Collector, actually did.


    Even after a week of hard work, there was no clear sign or activation of his abilities. It made him curious but also a little frustrated.


    Still, Kay stayed determined, then he said to Eevee, "Once you learn Bite, we''ll enter a gate, maybe that''s when I''ll figure it out."


    A week later, Eevee finally mastered Bite, and Kay couldn''t wait any longer to enter a gate.


    Full of excitement, he began searching for an open gate near his city, hoping to find a team that might need an extra member.


    After hours of searching, Kay found a team searching for a team member to attack an F-rank gate near him the next morning. Without wasting time, he packed his bag and told his parents about his plan.


    When his mother, Reina, heard about it, she immediately expressed concern. "Kay, it''s still too early for you, you''ve only just bonded with Eevee. What if something goes wrong?"


    Kay smiled reassuringly. "Don''t worry, Mom. It''s just an F-rank gate," he explained.


    Gates were classified by rank, ranging from F, the weakest, to S, the most dangerous. F-rank gates were considered beginner-level and relatively safe for new trainers.


    Even with Kay''s explanation, Reina couldn''t help but worry. However, she knew she couldn''t stop him. "Be careful," she finally said, her voice full of concern.


    Max, Kay''s father, stepped in to calm her. "He''s a man now, Reina," he said with a proud smile. "F-rank gates aren''t dangerous at all. Let him go and gain some experience."


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 CH7: The first adventure

    The next day, Kay and Eevee arrived at the location of the gate. A crowd of trainers had already gathered, waiting for their turn to enter.


    Many were busy forming teams, searching for others to join them.


    Fifteen minutes remained before the military allowed the trainers inside.


    Gates were divided into two categories: those sold to guilds, which used them for resource gathering or trainers training, and public gates, where independent trainers had the right to explore and fight. This gate was one of the public ones.


    Kay scanned the crowd, searching for the party that had posted the offer he had responded to.


    After some searching, he spotted them, recognizing the man from the image of the account that posted the offer.


    Kay approached the group confidently. "Hi, I''m the one who applied to your offer yesterday," he said.


    The leader, a large and muscular man with a Houndour standing by his side, stepped forward and firmly shook Kay''s hand.


    "Welcome. We were looking for you," he said.


    He then crouched slightly to meet Eevee''s gaze. "What a cute Pok¨¦mon. Let''s hope it''s not as cute inside the gate as it seems outside."


    The rest of the group burst into laughter at the leader''s joke. Kay forced a grin and replied, "So, what''s the plan?"


    The leader straightened up and explained, "The plan is simple. We''ll attack, and your Eevee will support us with Helping Hand."


    Kay''s heart sank. That wasn''t what he had expected at all. He had hoped for an opportunity to train Eevee and gain experience.


    Pok¨¦mon could only grow stronger by defeating other Pok¨¦mon, and using only a support move wouldn''t provide any experience.


    Kay hesitated but decided to speak up. "But if we do it like that, my Pok¨¦mon won''t gain any experience."


    One of the team members, a sharp-eyed man, with an Ekans on his shoulder stepped forward with an irritated expression.


    "And why do you think we picked you in the first place? Do you think we would recruit an inexperienced trainer like you for anything else? Your supportive move is the only reason you''re here."


    He paused for a moment, then added coldly, "We''re a well-known group. Do you know how many people applied to that offer? And yet we picked you. So, do as the leader says and stick to your role, or you''ll regret ever becoming a trainer."


    After hearing the harsh words, Kay lowered his head and stayed silent. Most of the team members were at a much higher level than him, and he knew he wouldn''t stand a chance if things escalated.


    He decided to let it go for now, silently resolving to be more cautious when choosing his future teammates.


    Moments later, the announcement was made; it was time for the trainers to enter the gate. Kay followed his team, with Eevee walking closely by his side.


    Before they entered the gate, the leader gave Kay a contract to sign. Kay took a look at the contract and its content.


    He saw an item that announced that Kay would have 10% of the income from Power Stones.


    As an inexperienced he was satisfied with this item, also there were some other normal items.


    Kay found an item at the end of the contract stating that it could be modified in case of a serious problem.


    Kay was satisfied with the contract so he signed it and went to the gate to begin its first adventure.


    The moment they stepped through the gate, Kay''s breath caught in his throat. Before him stretched a vast, endless desert, its golden sands shining under the intense sunlight.Unauthorized content usage: if you discover this narrative on Amazon, report the violation.


    The heat hit him immediately, making him sweat under his unprepared clothing. It was incredible that behind what seemed like a small gate was an entirely different world, with its own climate, atmosphere, and dimensions.


    Kay glanced at his team members and noticed they were dressed in light, breathable fabrics and desert-appropriate gear. Clearly, they knew what kind of environment was behind the gate.


    Kay realized this information must have been shared or available beforehand, but he hadn''t thought to ask because of the tension within the group, he didn''t feel comfortable questioning them now.


    Despite the blazing heat and unfamiliar surroundings, Kay felt a spark of excitement. This was his first step into the unknown, a chance to explore and prove himself.


    Though the circumstances weren''t ideal, he was determined to make the most of it.


    Many teams had entered the gate alongside Kay''s team, but the sheer size of the desert made them feel alone just after an hour of walking.


    The vast expanse stretched endlessly, and the other trainers were no longer visible on the horizon.


    As they pressed on, the leader of Kay''s team raised a hand to signal the group to halt. Ahead of them, three small, yellow creatures scurried out from behind a dune.


    Their bodies were covered in tough, armor-like scales, and their sharp claws glinted in the sunlight. They were Sandshrews.


    The team members exchanged confident glances, their hands moving instinctively to command their Pok¨¦mon. "Get ready," the leader called out.


    As soon as the wild Pok¨¦mon appeared, the team sprang into action. With remarkable speed and precision, the five experienced trainers swiftly took down two of the Sandshrews in a single coordinated attack.


    Kay stood frozen for a moment, amazed at their strength and efficiency. But as the dust settled, he noticed something strange; the third Sandshrew wasn''t being attacked.


    Instead, a woman on the team commanded her Bellsprout to restrain it with Vine Whips, binding the struggling creature in place.


    The team leader turned to Kay, his expression expectant. "Use Helping Hand on Houndour," he barked.


    Kay nodded quickly. "Eevee, use Helping Hand!"


    Eevee stepped forward, raising its small paw as it concentrated. A faint, glowing energy flowed from Eevee to Houndour, who immediately dashed toward the immobilized Sandshrew.


    Without hesitation, the Houndour clamped its jaws around the Sandshrew''s neck with a powerful Bite, ending the fight in an instant.


    The group leader crossed his arms, observing the scene critically. "Hmm," he muttered, glancing at Houndour. "I didn''t notice much improvement in the attack''s power. I''m guessing Helping Hand is still in its early stages, am I right?"


    Kay hesitated before giving a silent nod.


    The leader sighed and continued, "I''d say it only boosts power by about 10% right now. That''s far too low to be useful in a team like ours. Sorry, kid, but this will be your last gate attack with us for now. You''re just not ready yet."


    Kay didn''t feel disappointed by the leader''s words earlier. In fact, he was planning to refuse if they ever called him again, so this just made things easier for him.


    The team continued their journey deeper into the dungeon. As they traveled through the desert, they encountered many Pok¨¦mon, mostly ground types like Sandshrew, Rhyhorn, Phanpy, and some Cacnea.


    Occasionally, they came across rarer Pok¨¦mon like Sandile and Hippopotas, but those were few and far between.


    Days passed with little excitement. The only difference was that the Pok¨¦mon they faced became stronger as they went further into the desert.


    On the fourth day, the group discovered a small cave hidden in the sand dunes. When the team spotted it, they rushed toward it eagerly, as if they had struck gold.


    Kay followed them, keeping his pace steady. When the leader peered into the cave, his face lit up with excitement. "Bingo! We hit the jackpot!".


    Curious, Kay moved closer and peeked inside. The cave was filled with several Pok¨¦mon eggs.


    The sight was fascinating, but before he could process it fully, the leader turned to him and said, "These eggs are for us only. You won''t get a share because, the contract you signed announced that you got a percentage of Power Stones, not eggs."


    Kay understood the reason behind these items and felt his view of the Pok¨¦mon trainer profession crumble further.


    As he watched the team greedily claim the eggs, Kay thought, ''I need to get stronger. Only then I can set my own terms or even change this selfish culture altogether.''


    While the others excitedly collected their treasure, Kay quietly stepped outside, leaving them to their spoils.


    As Kay walked alone outside the cave, he spotted a wild Sandshrew. At first, he thought about calling the team, but then he decided against it. ''This is my chance for my first real battle'',.


    He turned to Eevee and said, "Get ready for battle!"


    When the Sandshrew noticed them, it took a defensive stance. Kay quickly commanded, "Eevee, use Tackle!" Eevee charged toward the Sandshrew, but just before impact, the Sandshrew used Dig and disappeared underground.


    Eevee stood confused, looking around for its opponent. Kay shouted, "Eevee, use Wish! Then get ready to use Bite on it as soon as it comes out, even if it hits you first!"


    Kay knew that Eevee''s defenses were low and the Sandshrew was stronger. Wish was a healing move that took time to activate, so he wanted Eevee to prepare it before taking too much damage.


    As Eevee finished using Wish and readied its Bite, the Sandshrew emerged suddenly from beneath, striking Eevee hard.


    Eevee stumbled but managed to counter with a Bite. But what Sandshrew did shocked Kay...


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 CH8: The leader of the dungeon

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    Eevee stumbled but managed to counter with a Bite. The Sandshrew reacted quickly, turning its back so Eevee''s attack landed on its tough, armored shell without harming it.


    The Bite didn''t work, and the Sandshrew immediately followed up with a powerful Slash, throwing Eevee to the ground.


    Kay shouted, "Eevee, use Sand Attack and try to create some space!"


    Eevee kicked up a cloud of sand, but the move didn''t faze the Sandshrew at all. Kay then remembered that Sandshrew lived in deserts and was used to sand, so it didn''t affect its vision.


    The Sandshrew struck again with another Slash. "Dodge!" Kay yelled, but Eevee had just finished using Sand Attack and couldn''t react in time. The Slash landed, and Eevee took more damage.


    Just then, Wish''s effect kicked in, and Eevee recovered some of its health. However, Kay knew Eevee couldn''t keep taking hits like this.


    Sandshrew used Dig to go underground again. Desperate, Kay told Eevee, "Use Wish one more time!", it could use it just two times on this level.


    When the Sandshrew reemerged, it struck Eevee hard, leaving it in a bad state. Kay realized they couldn''t win this fight.


    He scooped up Eevee and started running back toward the cave, but the sandy terrain made it difficult to move quickly.


    He glanced back and saw that the Sandshrew wasn''t giving up and was chasing them. As they neared the cave, the Sandshrew caught up and used a Tackle on them.


    Before it could attack again, Kay''s team emerged from the cave, carrying their newly collected eggs. When the Sandshrew saw them, it let out a loud, angry cry and charged at them.


    The woman''s Bellsprout acted quickly, bringing the Sandshrew down with a single Razor Leaf.


    Kay stood there, holding his injured Eevee, realizing how weak he was.


    Kay quickly pulled a potion from his bag, kneeling beside Eevee. He sprayed the mist over Eevee''s fur, and the Pokemon''s breathing steadied.


    Thanks to the Wish Eevee had used earlier in the battle and the potion used by Kay it was better now. Kay gently stroked Eevee''s head.


    The group''s leader, still grinning, crossed his arms and let out a loud, mocking laugh. "HAHAHAHA! Didn''t I tell you to stick to supporting us? But no, you had to play the hero. Well, look at you now! That Sandshrew gave you exactly what you deserved!"


    Kay clenched his jaw but stayed quiet, knowing now wasn''t the time to argue.


    As he stood, a faint rumbling noise reached his ears. He turned toward the horizon and saw a large herd of Sandshrews charging toward their location.


    Their sharp claws kicked up clouds of sand as they rushed forward, their eyes gleaming with determination to protect the eggs.


    "Tsk! What a mess!" The leader spat on the ground and glared at Kay. "This is your fault! If you had warned us about that Sandshrew earlier, we''d have dealt with it before it called for backup. Now look at what you''ve done!"


    The sharp-eyed man stepped forward, adding with a sneer, "Yeah, you''re lucky we don''t leave you here as bait. But we''ll settle this later."If you spot this tale on Amazon, know that it has been stolen. Report the violation.


    The leader motioned for the group to move. "Let''s escape now, and we''ll discuss your punishment later."


    The team escaped, sprinting across the sand. As the herd of Sandshrews gained on them, the sharp-eyed man released his Ekans, which went to the back and used a Smoke Screen. The black haze quickly enveloped the area, slowing the Sandshrews.


    As they fled, Kay noticed something strange. The sand underfoot began to shift, becoming finer in texture and taking on a rich, orange hue. The environment felt different in this area.


    Finally, the group stumbled into a vast, open desert area with shimmering golden sand. The dazzling landscape was breathtaking, but there was no time to admire it.


    At the center of the desert stood a Pokemon that made Kay''s heart race. It had a sleek, golden-brown body, its spines glinting like polished metal under the sunlight


    Its claws, three on each hand, were massive, curved, and terrifyingly sharp.


    Its angular face gave it a regal yet fierce look, and its piercing eyes scanned the surroundings with cold precision. (A Sandslash)


    This Sandslash wasn''t just any Pok¨¦mon, it was the leader of the dungeon, and its power seemed palpable.


    Kay also noted some differences between this Sandslash, and the picture he had from the series from his old world, like three claws instead of two and also the color of its skin.


    Beside the leader Sandslash stood three smaller ones, but those matched the appearance of those from Kay''s old world.


    Kay took a step back, swallowing hard. This wasn''t just a battle; it was a nightmare.


    Kay felt nervous as he stood in front of the powerful Sandslash leader and its group.


    He glanced at his teammates and saw that they looked calm and confident, ready for the fight.


    "We''ll stick to the plan," the leader said firmly. Then he turned to Kay. "You, newbie, just do your job and don''t try anything else. Focus on Bellsprout. It is the most effective Pokemon we have for this battle, so don''t mess it up."


    The team started by attacking the group of Sandshrew. Bellsprout used its vine whips to grab and strike several Sandshrew at once. Ekans followed with Poison, weakening more of them.


    The leader''s Houndour was using Bite on every Sandshrew it encountered killing many of them.


    Kay followed orders and shouted, "Eevee, use Helping Hand on Bellsprout!" Eevee focused, boosting Bellsprout''s power. With a powerful Razor Leaf, Bellsprout took down many Sandshrew in one move.


    The battle was chaotic, with sand flying everywhere as the team fought. Kay noticed the Sandslash group stayed back, watching without moving to help the Sandshrew. It was like they were testing the trainers.


    Finally, the last Sandshrew fell, and the team gathered together. Now there were four Sandslash left: three smaller ones and their strong, golden leader.


    After defeating the Sandshrews, the team quickly gathered to heal their Pokemon using potions, knowing that the next battle against the Sandslash group would be far more challenging.


    Kay followed their lead, carefully checking on Eevee and ensuring it was ready to continue supporting the team.


    The atmosphere was tense, but the team members'' confident expressions showed they had done this many times before.


    Once their Pokemon were fully treated, the team advanced toward the four Sandslash. The battle began as each team member focused on a single Sandslash.


    The leader''s Houndour and the woman''s Bellsprout took on the leader.


    Kay and Eevee stayed at a safe distance, avoiding direct confrontation. Kay gave Eevee clear instructions to use Helping Hand to boost Bellsprout''s power while remaining far from danger.


    One hit from the leader Sandslash could end Eevee''s life, and Kay knew he couldn''t risk that.


    As the battle raged on, Kay was amazed by the team''s coordination and tactics. The woman''s Bellsprout played a crucial role in the fight, thanks to her special ability.


    Her gift allowed any move from Bellsprout to have a small chance of poisoning the opponent despite the move''s type.


    The team''s strategy was clear; they were turning this fight into a battle of endurance.


    Houndour focused on defending Bellsprout from the Sandslash''s aggressive attacks while Bellsprout kept attacking from a safe distance.


    Slowly but surely, the poison began to take effect. The leader Sandslash''s movements became slower, and its attacks grew weaker.


    The team capitalized on this moment, carefully dodging its swipes and striking with long-range attacks.


    Kay continued supporting them with Eevee''s Helping Hand, ensuring Bellsprout''s attacks hit harder every time.


    Finally, after a long and exhausting battle, the leader Sandslash staggered, visibly weakened by the poison and relentless attacks.


    Seizing the opportunity, the woman commanded Bellsprout to use Razor Leaf. The attack hit with precision, slicing through the air and striking the leader Sandslash directly. With a final growl, the leader Sandslash collapsed to the ground, defeated.


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 CH9: Harsh reality

    After defeating the leader Sandslash, its large body began to glow softly before vanishing into a black cloud.


    In its place, a light brown stone appeared, radiating a faint glow. It was much larger than the stones the previous three Sandslash dropped, making it clear that this one would be sold at a higher price.


    A few seconds later, the space in front of the team shimmered, and a gate materialized out of thin air.


    It looked exactly like the gate they had entered from, a swirling portal marking the exit from this harsh desert world.


    Without wasting any time, the team gathered their Pok¨¦mon and stepped through the gate. In an instant, Kay felt the shift in the air, and suddenly, they were back in their world.


    The hot desert air and golden sands were replaced by the cool breeze and familiar surroundings outside the gate.


    Once outside, the team didn''t waste any time. They walked to a hidden area where they could safely count their spoils.


    The leader carefully laid everything out on a cloth: four Ground Power Stones, a pile of smaller crystals, and many eggs.


    The crystals were duller and much smaller in comparison to the glowing stones and lacked the same energy.


    Kay had learned that these crystals dropped from Pokemons like Sandshrew, who hadn''t yet evolved and, therefore, hadn''t gathered enough energy in their cores to form proper Power Stones. These crystals were much cheaper and far less valuable on the market.


    The leader grinned widely as he looked at their earnings. "Alright, now that we''ve counted everything, it''s time to talk about you," he said, turning his sharp gaze toward Kay. The rest of the team fell silent.


    "You almost got us killed back there, that Sandshrew herd came because you didn''t obey my commands. If you had let us know earlier about that Sandshrew, we could''ve killed it before it had the chance to call for backup. Because of that mistake, I''ve decided to reduce your share from 10% to 5%."


    Kay was shocked to hear that. First, he couldn''t believe how exaggerated the leader had made the situation sound.


    Yes, the herd was dangerous, but the team had handled it without any real injuries.


    Second, he realized just how greedy these people were. They were using the smallest excuse to cut down his already modest share of the spoils.


    The team''s greed and willingness to blame him left a bitter taste in Kay''s mouth. He clenched his fists, but he didn''t say anything. He knew he had no power to argue with them right now.


    After selling their spoils to the Pokemon League, Kay''s team received a total of 40,000 Pokedollars.


    Most of the earnings came from the eggs they had collected, which sold for 30,000 Pokedollars, while the remaining 10,000 Pokedollars came from the Power Stones and crystals they had gathered during their battles in the gate.


    When it was time to divide the money, Kay received 500 Pok¨¦dollars as his share. Compared to what the other team members received, it was an incredibly small amount.


    However, Kay wasn''t entirely disappointed. In just one day, he had earned half of his father''s monthly salary.


    To him, this was still a significant achievement, and he felt proud of what he had managed to accomplish despite the unfair treatment he received from the team.


    When Kay returned home that evening, he shared the good news with his parents. His mother, Reina, hugged him tightly, and his father, Max, patted him on the back with a proud smile.Stolen content warning: this tale belongs on Royal Road. Report any occurrences elsewhere.


    That night, they celebrated together as a family. They enjoyed a warm meal and laughed together, for a moment, Kay felt like he was on top of the world.


    The weight of the unfair treatment he had faced earlier faded away as he spent time with the family.


    However, after a few days of resting and enjoying his hard-earned money, Kay was ready to face another dungeon.


    He started searching for new opportunities online and in public postings. This time, he was smarter.


    He avoided mentioning Eevee''s Helping Hand move in his applications, hoping to avoid being seen as just a support trainer.


    Kay wanted to fight, improve Eevee''s strength, and gain real experience in battle to increase its level.


    Days passed, and Kay kept searching tirelessly. He refreshed online job boards every hour, checked public listings, and even asked around at Pokemon trainer meeting spots.


    Yet, he couldn''t find a single opportunity. Every team seemed to be looking for experienced trainers or those who had Pokemon with strong offensive abilities. Slowly, Kay began to feel frustrated and hopeless.


    Sitting alone in his room one evening, Kay let out a deep sigh. He glanced at Eevee, who was resting beside him.


    ''Maybe¡­ maybe I should just add Helping Hand again,'' Kay muttered to himself. With no other choice left, he updated his profile and added Helping Hand to his list of Pokemon moves.


    To his shock, just a few hours later, he received an offer from a team preparing to enter a gate in the same city.


    Kay stared at the message on his screen, feeling both relieved and frustrated at the same time.


    It became clear to him that the reality of gate-attacking wasn''t limited to just his first team.


    Most teams were the same, they didn''t value rookie trainers unless they had something immediately useful to offer.


    Kay sighed again but accepted the offer. Deep down, he knew this cycle wouldn''t end unless he became stronger, strong enough that teams would want him for his strength, not just for a supportive move.


    Months passed, and Kay continued working as a support trainer in F-rank gates. His role was always the same: stay in the back, use Helping Hand, and avoid direct combat.


    Despite this, Kay''s family was incredibly proud of him. His earnings had increased steadily, and he was now able to support his family in ways they never thought possible.


    His father, Max, no longer had to worry about overtime hours, and his mother, Reina, could finally relax knowing their financial situation was secure.


    But deep inside, Kay wasn''t happy. Every time he stepped into a gate and stood at the back, watching others fight, he felt a growing frustration.


    He wasn''t becoming stronger, and neither was Eevee. The experience points they gained from their supportive role were minimal, and Kay knew they would never grow at this pace.


    It felt like they were stuck in place while everyone else moved forward. Kay wanted to be on the frontlines, battling side-by-side with Eevee.


    Eevee''s stats after this long period:


    Pokemon: Eevee


    Type: Normal


    Potential: Orange


    Stage: Steel


    Moves: Tackle, Helping Hand, Wish, Bite, Sand Attack


    Despite months of hard work, Eevee hadn''t passed through a breakthrough to the next stage yet.


    Progress was painfully slow, and Kay realized that unless he made a drastic change, they would remain stuck in this cycle forever.


    A year and a half had passed since Kay became a Pokemon trainer, and his life had settled into a steady rhythm.


    Every day felt the same: join a random team, enter an F-rank gate, support with Helping Hand, and then collect his small share of the reward.


    Over time, Kay had become well-known among teams in his city. Whenever trainers needed a reliable supporter, Kay''s name often came up.


    His Helping Hand move had become a very strong supportive move after countless battles, and his reputation as a specialist supporter was firmly established.


    As time went on, the dreams of becoming the strongest Pokemon trainer and protecting the world from Pokemon began to fade.


    The weight of responsibility toward his family anchored him in place. His high income brought stability to their lives, and seeing his parents happy and stress-free became his new source of pride.


    The fire of ambition that once burned brightly in Kay''s heart was now just a flicker, hidden behind layers of routine and practicality.


    One ordinary day, Kay joined another random team to attack an F-rank dungeon. It was the same routine he had repeated hundreds of times before.


    But this time this dungeon would be unforgettable...


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 CH10: D-rank dungeon

    After entering the dungeon with his team, Kay found himself surrounded by vast, open landscapes stretching far into the horizon.


    The sky was clear, and the strong sunlight warmed his face as he stepped forward. In the distance, towering over the horizon, stood a massive mountain with smoke rising from its peak; it was a volcano.


    Its size was intimidating, and even from far away, it looked powerful and dangerous.


    Kay and his team started their adventure as usual, walking across the wide plains and keeping an eye out for wild Pokemons.


    But something felt strange this time. Days passed, and they noticed that there were very few Pok¨¦mon around. They only saw some Pokemons like Pidgey, Spearow, and Rattata.


    Kay wasn¡¯t happy about this discovery. Fewer Pokemons meant fewer rewards and fewer rewards meant less income.


    After all, their earnings depended on the power stones and crystals dropped by defeated Pokemons. This dungeon was starting to feel like a waste of time.


    Three days of walking went by, and the team was still walking through the open plains. The volcano on the horizon didn¡¯t seem any closer.


    Frustrated and tired, the team finally decided to pick up their pace. They concluded that the Pokemons were likely closer to the volcano. That¡¯s why the surrounding areas felt so empty.


    Things began to change as they approached the rocky terrain near the volcano. Wild Pokemons started appearing; Slugma crawled across the heated rocks, their molten bodies glowing in the dim light.


    Numel attacked in small herds, and occasionally, a Growlithe would leap out from behind rocks, barking sharply before attacking the team.


    The team members felt more alert now, and Kay could sense the shift in the atmosphere, especially after the attack from these Pok¨¦mon. This part of the dungeon was alive and dangerous.


    As Kay and his team moved deeper into the dungeon, they encountered more fire-type Pok¨¦mon.


    The team easily handled attacks from these Pokemons thanks to their strong water-type Pok¨¦mon.


    However, Kay noticed something weird, the Pokemons here were noticeably stronger than the usual Pokemons found in F-rank dungeons.


    Even though the team was winning their battles, each fight required more effort than normal.


    After hours of walking and battling, the team stumbled upon a herd of five Ponyta and one Rapidash.


    Finally, after nearly a week inside the dungeon, they encountered the leader.


    But something felt off. The Rapidash didn¡¯t give off the intimidating aura that most dungeon leaders usually had.


    The team quickly prepared for battle, releasing their water-type Pok¨¦mon. They had come prepared, knowing the dungeon was fire-type based.


    With water-type attacks, they had the upper hand. The fight began, and despite the strength of the Rapidash and the Ponyta herd, the team managed to overpower them with well-coordinated water attacks.


    After defeating the Rapidash, the team collected the Power Stones and crystals dropped by the defeated Pok¨¦mon.


    They waited, expecting the dungeon gate to appear as it usually did after defeating the leader. If you spot this tale on Amazon, know that it has been stolen. Report the violation.


    But minutes passed, and nothing happened. The team stood confused in silence until one member noticed another herd approaching them; five Ponyta and another Rapidash, identical to the previous group.


    Confusion filled the air. Why was there another herd with the same composition?


    Normally, dungeon leaders were surrounded by their own kind, and once defeated, the gate would appear. This repeated appearance was something none of them had ever experienced.


    The team prepared for another battle and fought the second herd. Once again, they succeeded, but the gate still didn¡¯t appear.


    Time passed, and they faced a third herd, then a fourth, and finally a fifth. Each battle pushed them closer to their limits.


    Potions were running low, their Pokemons were exhausted, and the air around the volcano was getting hotter and harder to breathe.


    After the fifth battle, one of the team members spoke up. He had heard stories about D-rank and higher dungeons where Pokemons attacked in repeating groups.


    These dungeons had waves of first-stage evolved Pokemons led by a second-stage evolved Pokemon.


    But in those dungeons, the true leader was far stronger than any Pokemon from these groups.


    The realization sent a shiver down Kay¡¯s spine. He was already struggling to handle F-rank dungeon Pok¨¦mon.


    If this dungeon was truly D-rank or higher, it was far beyond his capabilities. The entire team went quiet.


    Everyone thought the same thing: They had to end this dungeon quickly before their resources ran out completely.


    With no other choice, they decided to climb to the volcano''s peak, where they assumed the real dungeon leader was waiting.


    The climb was treacherous, and the heat became even more unbearable. Along the way, they encountered new Pokemons like Magby with their fiery breath and Fletchling swooping from above.


    At one point, a herd of five Fletchling led by a Talonflame attacked them. The flying-type Pokemons were much harder to deal with, as they attacked from the air and avoided most water-type attacks. However, after a grueling battle, the team finally managed to defeat them.


    Exhausted, injured, and low on supplies, the team pushed forward. They were nearing the peak of the volcano, and the air became filled with ash.


    The team finally reached a surface under the peak of the volcano. A wide, flat surface stretched out before them, surrounded by molten cracks and rising smoke.


    The air was thick with heat, and every breath felt heavy. For Kay, this was the harshest environment he had ever experienced. His clothes stuck to his skin from sweat.


    In front of them, a group of Growlithe prowled the battlefield. Kay remarked that there were fewer Growlithe here than the number of first-stage Pokemons usually found near a dungeon leader in F-rank dungeons.


    Standing behind the Growlithe were three majestic, wolf-like creatures with a powerful and imposing presence. Their thick, orange coat is accented by bold black stripes that ripple like flames across their body. A flowing mane of creamy fur surrounds its neck and extends down its chest, giving it a regal, lion-like appearance. (An Arcanine)


    But behind them was something even more intimidating; a creature that looked like an Arcanine but was much larger.


    Understanding that they were about to face their toughest challenge yet, the team quickly began healing their Pokemons.


    They used many potions, carefully preparing for the upcoming battle. They couldn¡¯t afford any mistakes now.


    Their first task was clear: Eliminate the Growlithe before dealing with the Arcanine. The Growlithe were fierce but manageable.


    With precise teamwork and powerful water attacks, the team quickly defeated them without interference from the Arcanine.


    But as soon as the last Growlithe fell, the three Arcanine roared and lunged at the team without leaving time for them to take a break.


    The ground trembled under their heavy paws, and flames erupted in their walk. The team prepared for the intense battle.


    Kay stood back, keeping Eevee close. His role was clear; to support the team. After so many months of using Helping Hand, Eevee had increased the move¡¯s mastery.


    Eevee¡¯s support now boosted the team''s attack strength by nearly 50%, a significant advantage in such a dangerous battle.


    As the battle raged on, Kay pulled out his Pokedex and scanned one of the Arcanine to see its stats:


    Arcanine


    Potential: Yellow


    Stage: Bronze


    The stats of the three Pokemons were just the same, and their strength was far beyond anything Kay had ever faced. He couldn¡¯t even scan the stats of the leader; it was still too far away.


    Despite the Arcanine¡¯s overwhelming strength, the team initially held their ground well.


    Their water-type Pok¨¦mon launched powerful Water Gun and Bubble Beam attacks, pushing the fiery Pokemons to the corner.


    Just when it seemed like they were gaining the upper hand, two of the Arcanine suddenly broke away from their opponents and turned the tide...


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 CH11: The battle against the leader

    When it seemed like they were having the upper hand, two of the Arcanine suddenly broke away from their opponents and turned the tide.


    They ran toward the third Arcanine and performed a move Kay recognized instantly.


    Energy transferred from the two Arcanines into the third one, and its body glowed with energy. With frightening speed, it lunged forward and used Crunch on a Krabby it was facing.


    The devastating attack hit Krabby directly, and the Pokemon died instantly. Kay and the team froze after seeing this scene.


    It was the first time Kay had ever seen a teammate¡¯s Pokemon die in battle. The sight of Krabby¡¯s lifeless body sent a chill down his spine despite the heat around him.


    Suddenly, the team leader¡¯s voice broke through the silence, sharp and commanding.


    ¡°Hey! Stay focused! The battle isn¡¯t over yet!¡±


    The shout snapped everyone back to reality. Kay gritted his teeth, pushing aside his shock, and he quickly commanded Eevee to use Helping Hand on a Poliwhirl.


    Fueled by Eevee¡¯s support, Poliwhirl unleashed a powerful Water Jet attack. The high-pressure blast of water struck the three Arcanine, sending them reeling backward.


    The opening was enough for the other trainers to launch their final attacks. With a combined effort, they defeated the three Pokemons.


    The team let out a sigh of relief, but it was short-lived. Their Pokemons were battered, bruised, and barely standing.


    They had used up all their potions in this battle, and the final challenge still awaited them; the battle with the dungeon leader.


    The intense battle with the three Arcanines had finally ended, but the real nightmare was only beginning.


    From the smoke and flickering flames stepped forward the dungeon leader; a massive Arcanine with intimidating glances. Its eyes glowed with a fierce light, and its presence alone made the air feel heavier.


    Kay¡¯s hands trembled slightly as he raised his Pokedex to scan the creature. The screen displayed its stats:


    Arcanine


    Potential: Purple


    Stage: Silver


    Kay¡¯s heart sank. The strongest Pokemon in their team were only at the Bronze Stage.


    The gap between Bronze and Silver was like the difference between a small campfire and an igniting fire.


    The gap became bigger the higher the stages, this gap represented massive differences in raw power, durability, and skill.


    The five trainers and Kay stood side by side, their Pokemons ready to fight. Every single one of them knew this battle would determine whether they would live or die.


    The fiery presence of the Arcanine leader made it look almost invincible under the dark volcanic sky.


    The battle began. Kay remained at the back, sticking to his role as a supporter.


    The Arcanine leader roared and charged forward, flames bursting from its paws with every step.


    Five water-type Pokemons Poliwhirl, Golduck, Staryu, and Psyduck surrounded it, launching water-type attacks from all directions. Stolen from Royal Road, this story should be reported if encountered on Amazon.


    But despite being surrounded and attacked continuously, the Arcanine seemed barely damaged.


    Moments later, in a moment of distraction, Arcanine lunged at Poliwag. With a single thunder fang, it crushed the small water-type Pokemon and tossed its lifeless body aside.


    Kay froze in place as he watched another one of his teammates fall along with his Pokemon.


    The presence of the leader Arcanine increased the temperature of the environment and the smoke in the air.


    As the Pokemon died their trainers dropped to their knees trying to take a breath.


    The dungeon¡¯s harsh heat and smoke affected them immediately. The bond between the Pokemon and the trainer increased the trainers¡¯ strength, helping them endure the extreme environments of dungeons.


    But when their Pokemon died, that protection vanished, leaving the trainers weak and vulnerable.


    Only three Pokemons are left now: Golduck, Poliwhirl, and Staryu. All three were Bronze Stage.


    Eevee stood behind them, still casting Helping Hand, boosting their strength as much as possible.


    The team leader¡¯s Golduck stepped up, firing a rapid series of Water Pulse attacks at Arcanine. Each pulse hit its mark, leaving some damage on the Arcanine.


    It seemed that this Golduck was on the verge of breaking through to the Silver Stage, as his attacks were the most effective among all the other Pokemons on the Arcanine.


    Poliwhirl and Staryu moved in closer, trying to hit with physical attacks with the support of Eevee.


    The combined attacks were starting to show some signs of damage to Arcanine¡¯s body, but it wasn¡¯t enough.


    The air grew even hotter, and Kay felt sweat dripping down his face. After the Arcanine leader sensed the danger, it growled lowly and its body began crackling with electric energy.


    After Kay remarked on this behavior, he shouted at the team. ¡°Tell your Pokemon to dodge, it¡¯s going to use Wild Charge!¡±.


    The Arcanine roared, electricity bursting out from its body as it dashed forward in a blinding arc of light.


    Golduck and Poliwhirl managed to jump aside at the last second, narrowly avoiding the attack.


    But Staryu wasn¡¯t as lucky. The electric attack struck it directly, and the star-shaped Pokemon was flung backward, landing hard on a volcanic rock.


    Kay could tell immediately that it wasn¡¯t moving. The light in the gem at the center of Staryu¡¯s body had faded completely; it was dead.


    The trainer who owned Staryu fell to the ground, gasping for breath, clutching his chest.


    Kay was sure that in just a few moments this trainer would face the same fate as the other members who were now just cold corpses after moments from the death of their Pokemon.


    After using Wild Charge, Arcanine staggered slightly, its body crackling with leftover sparks from the recoil damage.


    For the first time, Kay noticed visible damage marks and fatigue on the majestic beast.


    The team leader¡¯s Golduck continued to follow the same tactic and attack with Water Pulse without stopping.


    The Arcanine¡¯s movements became slightly unsteady, its fiery eyes blinking more often. Kay realized that Golduck¡¯s Water Pulse had finally managed to confuse the Arcanine.


    As Arcanine was one stage higher than the Golduck, he needed a long time to become confused.


    Its mental strength and resistance were much higher, making it harder to affect with status conditions from lower-stage Pokemons.


    The Arcanine growled deeply, shaking its head in frustration as if trying to shake off the attack''s disorienting effects. Then, without warning, its entire body began to glow with intense heat.


    A massive wave of heat erupted from the Arcanine, spreading outward in all directions.


    The wave wasn¡¯t just aimed at the Pokemons; it was large enough to hit the trainers too. Kay¡¯s mind went blank as he realized there was nowhere to run.


    The wave of heat hit them with overwhelming force. Kay closed his eyes and braced himself for the pain, fully expecting this to be the end. But instead of feeling the heat, he felt¡­ nothing.


    When he opened his eyes, he was shocked to see the team leader standing in front of him and the other trainer.


    His back was facing the Heat Wave, and his arms were outstretched like a shield.


    After the attack finished Kay asked worriedly,¡± Leader¡­ are you okay?¡±.


    The leader turned around slowly, and Kay was stunned by what he saw. The leader¡¯s clothes were burned, but he seemed unharmed by the attack. Underneath the torn fabric, Kay noticed a faint metallic glimmer.


    ¡°A shield¡­¡± Kay muttered in disbelief.


    He suddenly remembered something he had read in a league-issued guidebook. The league had developed special protective shields that trainers could wear.


    These shields were powered by the Power Stone of the trainer¡¯s Pokemon. When active, they could absorb damage from attacks.


    But these shields were incredibly expensive, far beyond what an ordinary trainer could afford. They were usually reserved for elite trainers or league officials.


    Kay couldn¡¯t believe he was seeing one in action. The leader adjusted his burnt clothes and smirked slightly. ¡°Don¡¯t worry. While my Pokemon is still alive, this shield will protect me from most standard attacks.¡±


    While they were talking, Arcanine was preparing for another attack. But as the leader remarked, he shouted, ¡°Everyone, focus! This is our chance. While it¡¯s still confused, Forget the defense and just focus on the attack!¡±


    Kay then looked with a confused expression toward the leader and asked ¡°...¡±


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 CH12: The end of the battle

    While they were talking, Arcanine was preparing for another attack. But as the leader remarked, he shouted, ¡°Everyone, focus! This is our chance. While it¡¯s still confused, Forget the defense and just focus on the attack!¡±


    Kay turned to the team leader, worry clear in his voice. ¡°If we forget defense even once¡­ one attack from Arcanine could end this battle!¡±


    The leader smirked faintly. ¡°That¡¯s where my ability comes in, if a Pokemon gets confused by my Pokemon, they start seeing multiple targets, like their opponent used Double Team.¡±


    Kay nodded, what the leader said made sense, but still, there was always a chance that Arcanine could hit them, even by pure luck.


    Kay quickly pushed that terrifying thought out of his mind. He couldn¡¯t afford to let fear cloud his focus now.


    As the battle continued, Kay noticed something. The Arcanine had started relying heavily on Wild Charge and Thunder Fang, it was clear that it was trying to finish the battle quickly.


    Sometimes Arcanine hits the volcanic stones with Wild Charge which damages him even more.


    The team leader and the remaining trainer focused only on commanding their Pokemon to press harder, attacking with everything they had left. But Kay¡¯s sharp eyes caught a crucial detail.


    ¡°Wait¡­¡± he muttered.


    ¡°It¡¯s not confused anymore!¡± Kay shouted in panic.


    But Arcanine didn¡¯t wait for anyone to react. Electricity surged around its body as it charged forward with another Wild Charge.


    ¡°Eevee, use Dig!¡± Kay yelled, his voice cracking from the pressure.


    Eevee positioned slightly farther from the battle, managed to burrow underground just moments before the Arcanine reached his position.


    The devastating attack collided directly with Poliwhirl and Golduck; the aftermath was horrifying.


    Poliwhirl was killed instantly, its body falling lifeless to the ground. Golduck managed to survive the hit, but just barely, it fainted directly from the hit.


    But Arcanine wasn¡¯t done. With electric energy still crackling around its fangs, it lunged at Golduck for a Thunder Fang.


    ¡°NO!¡± Kay screamed, but he couldn¡¯t react from fear.


    In an instant, the team leader jumped forward, putting himself between Golduck and the Arcanine.


    The team leader managed to block the Thunder Fang attack with his shield but Arcanine didn¡¯t stop there but hit him with another Flamethrower.


    The force of the hit sent him flying backward into a volcanic rock with a huge crash.


    The Arcanine, still not satisfied, sank a Thunder Fang another time into Golduck¡¯s neck, ending its life instantly.


    The moment Golduck died the leader¡¯s shield broke and fell to the ground, leaving him without any protection.


    Kay froze. His mind went blank as he witnessed the brutal scene unfold in front of him.


    The team leader lay dead against the volcanic stone. His shield was broken, and his body was still. Find this and other great novels on the author''s preferred platform. Support original creators!


    But before the leader passed out completely, he turned his head slightly and met Kay¡¯s gaze.


    His eyes burned with anger, disappointment, and¡­ something else; a reprimand that would haunt Kay for the rest of his life.


    Kay understood from these looks that he blamed him for not interfering and just standing aside watching him die.


    The battlefield was silent except for the distant rumble of lava beneath the volcano.


    Kay was the only one left standing. Eevee was still underground, and the Arcanine damaged, weakened turned its gaze toward Kay.


    Arcanine¡¯s mouth began to glow as flames gathered within its throat. ''A Flamethrower¡­'' Kay thought.


    The Arcanine inhaled deeply, preparing to unleash a torrent of fire. Kay¡¯s mind raced, and in a split second, he made a desperate choice.


    ¡°Eevee! NOW! Use Dig! Aim for its jaw!¡±


    From beneath the cracked volcanic ground, Eevee shot upward like a missile. Its sharp claws dug into Arcanine¡¯s jaw with perfect precision.


    The sudden impact forced the Arcanine¡¯s head upward, and the Flamethrower was launched skyward instead of at Kay.


    The redirected attack slammed into a nearby rocky mountain, causing it to explode in a fiery blaze.


    Rocks and embers rained down, and smoke filled the air.


    The massive explosion caused by Arcanine¡¯s Flamethrower hitting the mountain had thrown dust and ash into the air, creating a thick cloud that blinded both Kay and Arcanine.


    Kay coughed, waving his hand in front of his face as he struggled to see through the dust. ¡°Eevee, stay close to me!¡± he ordered. Eevee trotted to his side, its fur bristling as it remained on high alert.


    For a few tense moments, neither of them moved. Kay squinted into the cloud, trying to detect any sign of Arcanine.


    But then, a loud crash echoed through the air like something massive had fallen from above.


    Right after the crash, a sharp and painful cry followed. It was Arcanine.


    Kay froze. ''What just happened?''.


    Slowly, the dust began to settle. Shafts of sunlight pierced through the thinning cloud, revealing the explosion''s aftermath.


    A massive boulder had fallen at the base of the mountain, breaking off from the rocky wall during the blast. Underneath that enormous stone, something was still moving, twitching weakly.


    Kay cautiously approached, with Eevee walking beside him. As they got closer, Kay¡¯s eyes widened in shock.


    It was Arcanine.


    The powerful Pokemon was pinned under the massive boulder. Its muscular legs were trembling as it tried desperately to free itself.


    But Arcanine was too exhausted. The long, intense battle, the cumulated damage from the team¡¯s attacks, and the recoil damage from the repeated use of Wild Charge had drained its strength.


    Kay hesitated for a moment, watching the struggling creature. Despite its fearsome power and terrifying presence during the battle, it now looked¡­ vulnerable.


    But then Kay noticed something strange. Even though Arcanine was trapped, it wasn¡¯t paying attention to Kay or Eevee. Its head was turning slightly, and its eyes were locked on something in the distance.


    Kay followed Arcanine¡¯s gaze and looked in the same direction.


    All he could see was the volcano¡¯s peak, smoke rising into the sky, and rivers of glowing lava trickling down its sides. Nothing else seemed out of the ordinary.


    ¡®What are you looking at¡­?¡¯ Kay thought.


    Before he could think further, Arcanine¡¯s head slowly lowered to the ground. Its body stopped moving, and its eyes closed.


    A few seconds later, Arcanine¡¯s massive body disintegrated into black ash.


    After Arcanine was gone, a Power Stone appeared in its place.


    It wasn¡¯t like any Power Stone Kay had seen before. It was massive and glowed with a fierce orange and red hue. It was as if molten lava was trapped inside, swirling and flickering with life.


    Kay carefully crouched down and picked up the Power Stone. Its warmth pulsed gently in his hands. Without wasting time, he placed it inside his bag, making sure it was secure.


    But just as he zipped up his bag, something strange happened.


    A thread of light, glowing with the same fiery orange and red hues as the Power Stone, appeared in front of him.


    Kay froze. He was confused as he stared at the glowing thread. ¡°What¡­ is this?¡±.


    Kay couldn''t see an end to the thread, all he could see was that it directed to the peak of the volcano.


    This had never happened in any dungeon he had been to before. Usually, after defeating a dungeon leader, a gate would open, and trainers would leave. But this was completely new.


    Kay thought back to all the books he had read and all the stories he had heard from other trainers.


    No one had ever mentioned something like this happening, not even in D-rank dungeons or above.


    His mind raced with possibilities. ¡®Is this because of the Power Stone? Or¡­ is this something unique to this dungeon?¡¯


    He hesitated, looking back at the glowing gate that had appeared after Arcanine died. It was his way out. His way back to safety.


    But then Kay remarked something helped him make his decision.


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 CH13: Egg collector

    Kay hesitated, looking back at the glowing gate that had appeared after Arcanine died. It was his way out. His way back to safety.


    But then Kay remembered something that helped him make his decision; the way Arcanine had looked in the same direction before it took its final breath. That glance wasn¡¯t random; it was intentional.


    Kay clenched his fists. ¡°There¡¯s something here¡­ something important.¡±


    With that thought, he turned away from the gate and followed the glowing thread.


    The path was rocky and uneven, and the heat from the volcano made every step for Kay feel heavy despite his strength as a trainer.


    Kay would be dead by this level if he was a normal human.


    Molten lava bubbled in small crevices on the ground, and the air was thick with smoke and ash. Eevee walked closely by his side, its ears perked up and alert.


    They climbed higher and higher toward the peak of the volcano. Kay¡¯s breath grew heavy, and sweat dripped from his forehead. But the thread kept leading him forward.


    After what felt like an eternity of walking, the thread suddenly shifted directing to the right.


    Kay stopped and followed the direction with his gaze. At first, he didn¡¯t see anything out of the ordinary. Just more volcanic rocks and steam rising from cracks in the ground.


    But then, he noticed a small cave entrance, partially hidden by jagged rocks and rising steam.


    It was so well-hidden that anyone not paying close attention would have missed it entirely.


    Kay¡¯s eyes narrowed as he stared at the cave. ¡°Is this¡­ what Arcanine was protecting?¡±


    He took a deep breath, clutching his bag tightly. The thread disappeared as if its job was done. Now, it was up to him to take the next step.


    Kay looked down at Eevee, who gave a small nod of encouragement.


    ¡°Alright, partner, let¡¯s see what¡¯s inside.¡±


    Kay cautiously stepped into the cave, the faint glow of the molten lava outside casting shadows on the rocky walls.


    As Kay moved deeper into the cave, his eyes locked onto a nest resting gently in the center.


    The nest was made of black volcanic rocks, with glowing embers scattered between them.


    But what caught Kay''s attention most was what sat in the middle of the nest. (an egg)


    As Kay saw the egg and how the thread led to this nest, realization struck him like lightning.


    ¡®Maybe this is my ability Egg Collector, From the name it seemed possible. I should check the Pokedex to confirm that''.


    Without wasting time, Kay reached into his bag and pulled out his Pokedex. The screen flickered to life, and he noticed something different. The section for his abilities had changed slightly.


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    Kay looked at Eevee and said, "So¡­ that¡¯s what it does,".


    This ability had incredible value. Eggs from rare or powerful Pokemon could be sold for fortunes.


    But then the hard truth hit him.


    ¡®How could I ever kill a final-evolution Pokemon again? This time was pure luck.¡¯


    His hands clenched around the Pokedex. The ability was valuable but wouldn¡¯t make him stronger in battle. And without strength, he would never have another chance like this again.


    Forcing those thoughts aside, Kay carefully picked up the egg from the nest. It was warm to the touch. He gently wrapped it in a piece of cloth and placed it securely in his bag.


    ¡°Let¡¯s go, Eevee,¡± he said softly.


    Kay retraced his steps and exited the cave, blinking against the harsh sunlight as he stepped back onto the volcanic peak.


    The battlefield where the battle against Arcanine had taken place lay before him. The ground was scorched, and broken volcanic rocks were scattered everywhere.


    Kay walked over to where his fallen teammates lay. Their Pokemon were gone, and Power Stones were in their place, their corpses cold and lifeless.


    He searched their belongings carefully, gathering any personal items to return to their families.


    Then Kay buried his teammates to honor them. He also collected any remaining Power Stones and crystals left behind from the battle.


    When everything was packed securely in his bag, Kay went to the glowing gate that shimmered a short distance away.


    After stepping out of the glowing gate, Kay took a deep breath of fresh air. The sun was setting on the horizon, painting the sky in shades of orange and pink.


    He sat down on a nearby bench, placed his bag beside him, and began to count his spoils from the dungeon.


    First, he carefully laid everything out:


    8 Power Stones, 1 Large Power Stone from the Arcanine, a collection of shimmering crystals, and one egg.


    This was by far the most valuable loot he had ever collected from a dungeon.


    Without wasting time, Kay made his way to the League Facility to report the accident.


    He walked through the tall glass doors and was guided to an officer responsible for dungeon accident reports.


    Kay sat down in front of the officer and began explaining everything that happened: the strange dungeon behavior, the repeated herds of Ponyta and Rapidash, the powerful leader Arcanine, and how his entire team had died one by one.


    The officer listened carefully, nodding occasionally, and took detailed notes. When Kay finished, he was dismissed and told that the League would investigate the dungeon further.


    With his duty complete, Kay headed to the Trade Market to sell his spoils. The market was bustling with trainers, merchants, and collectors, all buying and selling valuable dungeon loots.


    Kay showed his spoils to a vendor specializing in Power Stones and crystals. The vendor carefully examined each stone and crystal, and as Kay brought up the large Arcanine Power Stone, the vendor''s eyes lightened up.


    After some calculations, the vendor said, "I''ll give you 33,000 Pok¨¦dollars for the Power Stones and crystals."


    As it was the first time Kay had seen such a huge sum of money, he agreed immediately and walked away with the heavy pouch of money.


    Next, Kay visited an Egg Collector¡¯s Shop. These shops specialized in buying and selling Pokemon eggs, often for enormous sums of money.


    As Kay placed the egg gently on the counter, the shopkeeper leaned closer, inspecting it carefully.


    ¡°Where did you find it?¡± asked the shopkeeper.


    ¡°I found it in a cave on a volcano in a D-rank dungeon; it is the egg of a purple and yellow potential Arcanine,¡± said Kay even though he wasn¡¯t sure about the rank of the parents.


    ¡°Are you sure about that? You know that lying about such information could result in harsh punishments from the league,¡± said the shopkeeper, looking at Kay suspiciously.


    "Based on your information, I can offer you a good price for this." The shopkeeper added.


    But as Kay was about to begin the negotiations, he felt a strange sensation. It was like something was pulling him toward the egg, an invisible string tying him to it.


    Kay froze for a moment, his hand hovering over the egg.


    ¡®What is this feeling? ¡®he wondered.


    After a long pause, Kay shook his head. "No¡­ I think I¡¯ll keep it for now."


    The shopkeeper raised an eyebrow but didn¡¯t argue, he thought that Kay was just lying, and after he reminded him of the punishments, he changed his mind.


    Kay left the shop with the egg still in his bag and returned home.


    When he got home, Kay sat at his small desk and opened the pouch of money. He carefully divided the 33,000 Pokedollars into six equal parts:


    5,500 Pokedollars for himself, and 5,500 Pokedollars for the families of his fallen teammates


    It wasn¡¯t much, but it was the least he could do to honor their sacrifice.


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 CH14: Maris Tideswell

    After dividing the money and collecting the personal belongings of his fallen teammates, Kay began his journey to visit their families.


    At each home, Kay handed over the 5,500 Pokedollars, along with any personal items he had collected from their loved ones.


    In every house, there were tears, grief, and heavy silence. Kay stayed a little longer in each home, offering whatever comfort he could; soft words, a gentle hand on the shoulder, or simply listening to their sorrow.


    After hours of walking from one family to the next, Kay felt emotionally drained. He had now reached the final stop, the family of his team leader, Aiden Tideswell.


    Before leaving, Kay decided to add an extra 500 Pokedollars to their share. It was because of Aiden¡¯s sacrifice that Kay was still alive today.


    But deep down, Kay wondered if he was doing it out of gratitude or to silence the haunting memory of Aiden''s final glance before collapsing.


    When Kay arrived at the given address, his eyes widened in shock.


    "This¡­ isn¡¯t a house," Kay whispered. "It¡¯s a castle!"


    The grand estate was enormous, with tall stone walls, grand towers, and large iron gates guarded by uniformed security personnel along with a Wooper standing near them.


    Kay hesitated for a moment before walking up to the gate. One of the guards stepped forward.


    "What¡¯s your business here?" the guard asked in a firm voice.


    Kay cleared his throat. "I¡­ I have an appointment with the Tideswell family. My name is Kay."


    The guard studied him for a moment before nodding. He pressed something into his earpiece, spoke briefly, and then opened the gate.


    "Follow me," the guard said, leading Kay along a stone pathway into the garden.


    Kay couldn¡¯t help but stare at the beauty around him. The garden was breathtaking, with well-trimmed bushes, vibrant flowers, and shining fountains.


    The sound of running water filled the air, and the gentle breeze carried the scent of fresh flowers.


    As they walked further, Kay noticed several Water-type Pokemons in the ponds; Lotad, Marill, and even a graceful Milotic gliding through the water.


    The guard led Kay to a small seating area in the middle of the garden. A wooden table and a few chairs were set under a large white umbrella.


    "Please wait here. The master will join you shortly," the guard said before leaving.


    Kay sat down, letting out a deep sigh. His eyes wandered across the peaceful scene, the sun reflecting off the ponds, and the Pokemons playing in the water.


    ¡®This place feels like another world,¡¯ Kay thought.


    After waiting a few moments, Kay noticed a man walking towards him. The man had striking blue hair and a neatly trimmed light blue beard. His clothes were elegant, perfectly tailored, and carried an air of authority.


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    "Hi, welcome to my house. I hope you were enjoying yourself,"


    Kay shook his hand nervously. The man''s presence was overwhelming.


    "I am Maris Tideswell, the father of Aiden."


    Kay froze for a moment. The weight of Aiden¡¯s sacrifice and the view of his last gaze came crashing back into his mind.


    "I... I¡¯m so sorry for your son," Kay said softly.


    Maris''s face remained calm as he gestured for Kay to sit. After they both settled down, Maris asked, "What was the rank of the dungeon where the accident happened?"


    Kay hesitated slightly before answering, "It¡­ it was supposed to be an F-rank dungeon."


    The calm expression on Maris¡¯s face vanished in an instant. His brows furrowed, and his eyes burned with anger.


    "An F-rank dungeon? My son¡­ my son died in an F-rank dungeon?!"


    Kay immediately raised his hands in a calming gesture. "Please wait! The rank announced was F-rank, but when we entered¡­ the difficulty was much higher, and the Pokemons were stronger than average, I guess it was a misclassification by the league."


    Maris¡¯s furious expression softened slightly. He leaned back in his chair, exhaled deeply, and rubbed his temples.


    The conversation continued for a while longer. Maris asked more about the dungeon, Aiden''s actions, and the events leading up to his death.


    Kay answered honestly, though he avoided describing the final moments in too much detail.


    Eventually, their conversation came to a natural end, and Kay realized it was time to leave.


    He reached into his bag, took out the personal belongings and the money, and hesitated briefly before handing them to Maris.


    The castle, the garden, the luxurious surroundings, after looking at all these things it was clear Maris did not need the money.


    But Kay quickly shook off the doubt and placed the items and the money on the table in front of Maris.


    Maris stared at the money for a moment, looking genuinely surprised.


    "Why¡­ why are you giving me this money?" he asked confused.


    Kay met his gaze and said, "Because I gave the same to every other family. You are not an exception."


    Maris sighed deeply and leaned back in his chair. For a moment, he seemed lost in thought. Then, he spoke:


    "It seems¡­ what you said was true. You didn¡¯t kill my son."


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened in shock. "What do you mean? Kill your son?!"


    Maris shook his head. "You don¡¯t recognize me, do you? I am the president of the Hydronix Guild, one of the most powerful Pokemon guilds in this region."


    Kay froze in place. The Hydronix Guild was famous, even among rookie trainers.


    "I accepted to meet you today because¡­ I suspected you might have killed my son."


    Kay felt his heart drop, is not interfering to save him count as killing him. "Why¡­ why would you think that?"


    "Trainer killers are not uncommon in our world. Many trainers kill others in dungeons to steal their items, spoils, or the Power Stones of their Pokemon. When you said the dungeon was F-rank, I was sure you were lying. But then¡­"


    He glanced at the money and the items on the table.


    "But then you gave me his belongings and his share of the spoils. Trainer killers don¡¯t do that. They kill for greed, not for honor. And besides¡­"


    Maris¡¯s eyes locked onto Kay¡¯s.


    "You¡¯re¡­ weak. Someone like you could never kill my son, especially since you were the only survivor."


    Kay¡¯s face turned pale. Those words stung, but he couldn¡¯t deny their truth.


    Maris stood up and placed a hand on Kay¡¯s shoulder.


    "Thank you, Kay. For bringing back what remained of my son. For honoring him."


    "For the money¡­ you can keep it. Count it as a gift from me. Also, you owe me one. If you ever need something in the future, don¡¯t hesitate to ask."


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened in surprise, but he quickly bowed his head respectfully. "Thank you, Mr. Tideswell."


    With that, Kay turned and left the grand castle.


    ¡®I just walked out of that castle alive¡­ If I hadn¡¯t come here today, Maris might have hunted me down, thinking I was responsible for Aiden¡¯s death.¡¯


    The thought sent shivers down his spine. ¡®I am so weak¡­ A single misunderstanding could¡¯ve ended my life.¡¯


    Kay¡¯s attention then switched to what he was carrying in his hands; Kay held 11,000 Pokedollars, an amount of money he had never dreamed of earning in such a short time.


    Kay made his way to the League facility. His destination was a specialized shop that sold the shields trainers used in dungeons; shields like the one Aiden had worn in the dungeon.


    When Kay entered the shop, he was immediately struck by the elegance and high-tech displays of the shields behind protective glass cases.


    Each shield gleamed under the bright lights, with intricate designs and metallic finishes.


    But when Kay looked at the price tags, his heart sank.


    The cheapest shield he found cost ...


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 CH15: New path

    When Kay entered the shop, he was immediately struck by the elegance and high-tech displays of the shields behind protective glass cases.


    Each shield gleamed under the bright lights, with intricate designs and metallic finishes.


    But when Kay looked at the price tags, his heart sank.


    The cheapest shield he found cost 100000 Pokedollars.


    "I knew they¡¯d be expensive, but this¡­ This is on another level."


    The shop attendant, noticing Kay''s confusion, began explaining:


    "The price of a shield depends on the materials used and how many Pokemon it can be linked to. Some shields are made from rare minerals, while others have advanced energy systems. And remember, these shields are useless on their own, they need to be tied to your Pokemon¡¯s Power Stone."


    Kay nodded, pretending to understand every word.


    The attendant continued, "The more Pokemons you want to link to the shield, the higher the price."


    Kay looked down at the money in his hand, clutching it tightly.


    ¡®11,000 Pokedollars¡­ It¡¯s not even close.¡¯


    After spending some time browsing and listening to the attendant¡¯s explanations, Kay said to the attendant: ¡°Thank you for the explanation, I just wanted to know the options that you give. After I make my decision, I will return to buy one¡±


    After everything that had happened, Kay decided that he would stop being a Supporter Trainer.


    Kay realized that he couldn¡¯t grow stronger if he stayed in the shadows as a supporter, relying on others to win battles.


    But there was one big problem: no team would hire if he wasn¡¯t a supporter. His stats weren¡¯t impressive, and his experience was mostly in support roles. No one trusted him to handle direct combat.


    Faced with rejection, Kay chose the hard and dangerous path and that he would attack dungeons alone.


    His plan was simple but risky. He would enter F-rank dungeons by himself, stay near the entrance to avoid encountering stronger Pokemons, fight Pokemons there, and wait until another team defeated the Dungeon Leader.


    Once the team defeated the leader Kay would exit the dungeon from the gate that appears in front of every trainer inside the dungeon.


    However, this method wasn¡¯t perfect and carried serious risks. If something bad happened to Kay while he was inside the dungeon, no one would be there to save him. He would be completely on his own.


    Another issue was that final and second stage evolution Pokemons were usually found near the Dungeon Leader.


    Kay needs to kill these Pokemons to collect Power Stones and activate his Egg Collector ability. By staying near the entrance, Kay would avoid those Pokemons entirely.


    This created two major problems. First, his Egg Collector ability would be practically useless.


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    Second, fewer second and last-stage Pokemon meant fewer Power Stones, which also meant less money.


    The reality was clear: Kay¡¯s income would drop significantly, and with it, his family¡¯s lifestyle.


    Kay sighed heavily as he thought about his family. They were now used to living comfortably after he became a Pokemon trainer, and a sudden drop in income would bring them back to hardship, and Kay couldn¡¯t let that happen.


    After a long moment of reflection, Kay made another choice. He would save the money he earned for now and use it carefully to manage his family¡¯s expenses.


    It wasn¡¯t a long-term solution, but it would buy him some time to figure things out.


    Kay returned home feeling the weight of his recent decisions still heavy on his shoulders.


    As he sat down with his family, he decided to tell them everything about what had happened in his last dungeon.


    He spoke about the tragedy, the risks he faced, and the choices he had to make.


    He then told them about his decision to stop being a Supporter Trainer and his new plan to train his Pokemons and grow stronger.


    ¡°So, because of that, I won¡¯t be able to face strong Pokemons like before. So, our income will¡­ it will decrease until I become strong enough to conquer these dungeons alone.¡±


    He looked down, feeling guilty. The money he had wouldn¡¯t last long, and he didn¡¯t want his family to suffer because of him.


    Kay thought it was better to be honest with them now rather than let them discover it later.


    For a moment, silence filled the room. The air felt heavy for Kay until his mother finally spoke.


    ¡°And where is the problem, Kay? The most important thing is your safety, not the money.¡±


    She gave him a warm smile before continuing, ¡°Also, I¡¯ve been saving some money from what you gave me before. I always had a feeling that one day we might need it.¡±


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened slightly at her words. Before he could respond, his father, Max, added with a gentle laugh, ¡°Do you see now why I refused to leave my job, no matter how many times you asked me to quit? I wanted us to have something stable, something to rely on if things ever became difficult.¡±


    Hearing their reassuring words, Kay let out a small chuckle. All this time, he had been preparing himself for arguments, disappointment, or worried faces.


    But instead, his family had already thought ahead. They understood the risks and challenges of his path, and they supported him without hesitation.


    Kay leaned back in his chair, feeling lighter than he had in days. He realized that maybe he had been overthinking things and worrying for nothing.


    Kay went to his room and carefully checked on the egg he had brought back from the dungeon.


    It was resting near an air heater, where he had placed it to mimic the warm conditions of the cave where he had first found it.


    The gentle warmth from the heater wrapped around the egg, and its faint glow seemed more alive than before.


    After hearing his parents'' reassuring words earlier, Kay had finally made his decision that he would keep the egg.


    For days, he had been hesitating, torn between selling it for a fortune or taking a gamble on bonding with it.


    The logical choice would have been to sell it. After all, the chances of successfully bonding with a Pokemon egg were incredibly low, especially for those who had already bonded with the first Pokemon.


    However, the feeling of attraction to this egg pushed him to keep the egg instead of buying it.


    Kay didn¡¯t know if this feeling was due to the Egg Collector ability as he found this egg through this ability, or if this egg was compatible with his second ability that he didn¡¯t know any information about it.


    Kay preferred the second possibility and he hoped to bond successfully with the Pokemon inside.


    That would give him a hint about his ability, also it would give him a new strong companion with good potential as its father had a purple potential.


    Even if the chances were slim, if he succeeded in bonding with it, it could change everything for him.


    Afterward, Kay decided to check Eevee¡¯s stats for the first time in a while. He opened his Pokedex and scanned Eevee.


    Potential: Orange


    Stage: Steel


    Moves: Tackle, Helping Hand, Wish, Bite, Sand Attack, Dig, Quick Attack


    Even though Kay had always been a Supporter Trainer, he hadn¡¯t neglected his training with Eevee.


    They had been practicing whenever they had the chance, working on honing their skills.


    Looking at Eevee¡¯s move set, Kay made a quick decision he would focus on training three specific moves: Quick Attack, Dig, and Wish.


    Quick Attack would give Eevee a reliable and fast strike in battles. Dig would provide both a strong offensive move and a way to dodge attacks. Wish would ensure that Eevee could heal itself during tough fights.


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 CH16: First dungeon alone

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    Kay spent the week focusing entirely on training Eevee. For Dig, he instructed Eevee to stay underground for longer periods, building its stamina and control while navigating beneath the earth.


    Kay occasionally chose areas with tough, rocky ground to make the training more challenging, forcing Eevee to strengthen its claws and endurance.


    For Quick Attack, Kay set up small distances and ordered Eevee to sprint across them at maximum speed, repeating the exercise again and again.


    Each time, Eevee would push itself to move faster, its small body blurring as it dashed forward.


    Wish training was different. Kay asked Eevee to use Wish repeatedly, even outside of combat or training sessions.


    He also tried to limit the use of healing potions, relying instead on Eevee''s Wish move to recover.


    His goal was to reduce the time it takes for Wish to activate, making it a more reliable option in difficult situations.


    A week had gone by since the dreadful events in the dungeon, and Kay still hadn¡¯t entered another one.


    He spent those days training Eevee and preparing himself mentally. Today, however, was different. Today, Kay was finally ready to challenge a dungeon alone for the first time.


    Kay searched through the League''s dungeon registry and quickly found an F-Rank dungeon nearby.


    Since he was entering alone, he didn¡¯t have to wait hours for team approvals or preparations. He packed his gear, checked on Eevee, and set off toward the dungeon.


    When Kay arrived at the dungeon entrance, he noticed several teams gathering near the gate.


    Their presence reassured him, it meant that someone would definitely defeat the Dungeon Leader, giving him a safe opportunity to exit later.


    While waiting for the soldiers to give clearance to enter, a middle-aged man with a rugged face approached Kay. The man studied him for a moment before speaking.


    ¡°Hey, kid. You¡¯re Kay, right? The famous Supporter Trainer? Why don¡¯t you join my team? We could use someone like you.¡±


    Kay smiled politely but shook his head. ¡°Thanks, but I¡¯m going in alone today.¡±


    The man froze for a moment before bursting into laughter. His loud chuckles caught the attention of nearby trainers.


    ¡°You? Alone? Inside a dungeon? Hahaha!¡± the man clutched his stomach. ¡°Do you think life is that easy, kid? I bet you won¡¯t last an hour in there!¡±


    He walked away, still laughing, and shared the joke with his teammates, who joined in, mocking Kay openly.


    But Kay didn¡¯t react. After what he had seen in the last dungeon, words like these didn¡¯t bother him anymore.


    He had faced the true dangers of dungeons; the chaos, the fear, and the loss. To him, dungeons weren¡¯t just places to earn money anymore; they were places of real danger and survival.


    Moments later, the soldiers gave the signal, allowing trainers to enter the dungeon. Kay adjusted his bag, glanced at Eevee, and took a deep breath.Did you know this story is from Royal Road? Read the official version for free and support the author.


    ¡°Let¡¯s go, Eevee. It¡¯s just us this time.¡±


    As Kay stepped into the dungeon, he saw an entirely new world different from any dungeon he had seen before.


    The sky above was an endless sea of dark, swirling clouds, crackling with streaks of golden lightning that danced without a sound.


    The ground beneath his feet was metallic and gray, reflecting faint light from the sky above.


    All around him, jagged crystal spires jutted out from the ground, pulsing with a soft blue glow, as if they were alive and breathing.


    Rivers of electric-blue water flowed across the terrain, their shimmering surfaces occasionally sparking with tiny bolts of electricity.


    Far in the distance, Kay spotted metallic trees with glowing yellow leaves, their branches swaying even though there wasn¡¯t a single breeze in the air. (Look at the picture below)


    After moments of discovery, Kay¡¯s eyes were locked on a range of black mountains in the distance, where lightning storms raged fiercest and the sky seemed the darkest. His instincts told him that the Dungeon Leader was there.


    It seemed the other teams had drawn the same conclusion. Kay noticed groups of trainers all heading toward the direction of the black mountains.


    Kay left the trainers heading toward the mountains, quickly separated himself from the crowd, and headed west, avoiding the leader as he planned before.


    After walking for a while, Kay¡¯s path was blocked by his first encounter in this dungeon.


    Standing a few meters away was a fluffy creature covered in cloud-like wool that shimmered faintly with static energy.


    Its yellow tail orb glowed softly, pulsing in rhythm with an unseen beat. Tiny sparks flickered in the air around it, creating a faint buzzing sound. (A Mareep)


    Kay took a deep breath and focused on the Mareep standing in front of them. ¡°Eevee, stay ready. This is our first fight alone, and we must win it.¡±


    ¡°Eevee, use Quick Attack!¡± Kay commanded.


    Eevee dashed forward, but Mareep reacted instantly. It used Cotton Guard, wrapping itself in a thick, fluffy shield.


    Eevee¡¯s attack hit the cotton barrier but didn¡¯t make any scratch, and Eevee rebounded.


    ¡°Wait for the right moment, Eevee! When Cotton Guard drops, use Sand Attack, then Dig!¡± Kay instructed.


    The cotton shield slowly faded, and Eevee sprang into action. With a swift movement, it kicked up sand directly into Mareep¡¯s eyes, blinding it temporarily.


    Before Mareep could recover, Eevee dug into the ground using Dig, disappearing from view.


    Mareep blinked its eyes rapidly, trying to regain its vision. Confused and unable to see Eevee, it glanced around nervously.


    Suddenly, Eevee burst out from underground, striking Mareep from below with a powerful blow.


    The attack was super effective since Ground-type moves are strong against Electric-type Pokemons.


    Seeing an opening, Kay shouted, ¡°Eevee, Quick Attack again!¡±


    Eevee rushed forward, slamming into Mareep with another precise hit. The fluffy Pokemon staggered back but managed to stay on its feet.


    ¡°One more time, Eevee! Quick Attack!¡± Kay ordered.


    Eevee charged again, but this time, Mareep used Cotton Spore just before Eevee could land its hit.


    Many cotton balls floated in the air, creating a protective screen. Eevee, unable to stop its momentum, collided with the cotton balls, and in that brief moment, Mareep unleashed a Thunder Shock.


    A bolt of electricity struck Eevee directly, and it let out a sharp cry of pain.


    ¡°Eevee, listen to me! Use Wish, then Dig, and stay underground until Wish takes effect. After that, attack one more time!¡±


    Eevee nodded weakly, closing its eyes to cast Wish. Then, Eevee dug underground, escaping Mareep¡¯s sight.


    Even though Eevee wasn¡¯t on the field Mareep didn¡¯t focus on Kay and began using Charge to strengthen its next electric move.


    Maybe, as Kay was a little bit far from Mareep, it didn¡¯t count him as a threat, or maybe just because of its peaceful nature.


    Moments later, the ground beneath Mareep cracked open, and Eevee burst forth, aiming for its neck.


    The attack landed perfectly, hitting a critical point. Mareep let out a weak sound before its body stiffened and collapsed, fainting instantly.


    ¡°Eevee, use Bite on its neck and kill it!¡±


    Without hesitation, Eevee bites it on the neck, finishing the fight. Mareep¡¯s body then began to disintegrate into black ash, leaving behind a small crystal in its place.


    Kay then collected the crystal, put it in his bag, rushed forward, and knelt beside Eevee, pulling it into a tight hug. ¡°We did it, Eevee¡­ This is our first win. Let¡¯s keep moving with the same determination. Now, use Wish one more time to recover from the battle.¡±


    "Eeveww..." Eevee closed its eyes, using Wish one more time.


    Kay continued deeper into the dungeon, facing more Mareep along the way. Each battle followed a similar pattern to the first, with Eevee using Dig, Quick Attack, and Wish strategically. By the end of the second day, Kay and Eevee had defeated several Mareep.


    On the second evening, while exploring the metallic plains of the dungeon, Kay stumbled upon something unusual...


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 CH17: Pokedex Evolution

    On the second evening, while exploring the plains of the dungeon, Kay stumbled upon something unusual; a strange cave entrance.


    Its walls shimmered with an electric glow, faint crackles of electricity sparking along the metallic surface.


    Kay stood at the entrance for a moment, studying the cave. ¡°It¡¯s not too far from the dungeon¡¯s entrance, and the Pokemons outside haven¡¯t been too powerful¡­ Maybe it¡¯s not so risky to go inside.¡± He discussed with Eevee, who nodded in agreement.


    They stepped into the cave, the faint light from the glowing walls casting eerie shadows on their faces.


    The air inside was heavy with a metallic scent, and every step they took echoed softly in the stillness.


    Small sparks occasionally jumped between cracks in the walls, creating a brief flash of light.


    After walking for a few minutes, Kay stopped looking at the Pokemon in front of him. Floating a few feet ahead of them was a small, spherical Pokemon.


    Its metallic gray body gleamed dimly, and on either side, two horseshoe-shaped magnets pulsed faintly with energy.


    It floated in place effortlessly, emitting a soft hum as if powered by some invisible force. Its single, round eye fixed itself on Kay and Eevee, cold and unblinking. (Magnemite)


    Kay knew that his usual strategy against Mareep wouldn¡¯t work here. Ground-type moves like Dig were effective against Electric and Steel Pokemons, but Magnemite could float, making Dig harder to land.


    Kay then checked Magnemite''s stats using his Pokedex:


    Pok¨¦mon: Magnemite


    Potential: Yellow


    Stage: Steel


    From the sharp hum it emitted and the way its eye locked onto Eevee with focused intensity, it was clear that this Magnemite was far from calm like the Mareep. It was aggressive and ready to kill at any moment.


    Kay immediately realized two critical problems. First, he couldn¡¯t rely on Dig this time. The cave''s metallic, electrically charged ground would harm Eevee if he tried to burrow through it.


    Second, Magnemite was aggressive not like Mareep so he couldn¡¯t let Eevee go underground and leave himself exposed to Magnemite¡¯s attacks.


    ¡°Eevee, use Quick Attack to approach and then Bite!¡± Kay commanded firmly.


    Eevee dashed forward, his body blurring slightly from the speed. He leaped at Magnemite with his jaws open, preparing to sink his teeth into the metallic Pokemon.


    Eevee dashed forward, his body blurring slightly from the speed. He leaped at Magnemite with his jaws open, preparing to sink his teeth into the metallic Pokemon.


    Magnemite¡¯s eye flickered briefly, and electric sparks began to gather around its body as it prepared an attack.


    But Eevee was faster and his Bite landed first, causing Magnemite to jolt slightly from the impact. However, before Eevee could retreat, Magnemite unleashed a Thunder Wave.


    A bright flash filled the cave, and Eevee froze mid-step, his body trembling slightly as he was paralyzed.


    ¡°No¡­ this isn¡¯t good, that would make the battle even harder for Eevee.¡±


    Before Kay could think of a plan, Magnemite launched two successive Thunder Shock attacks.


    Eevee endured both hits. And despite the pain, he managed to use Wish under the order of Kay.


    Kay clenched his fists and took a deep breath. His mind was racing, but then a thought struck him. ¡®Magnemite has a limited field of vision. With only one eye, it can¡¯t track fast movement from multiple angles.¡¯


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    Eevee struggled against the paralysis but obeyed. He dashed around Magnemite in quick, tight circles, his movements weren¡¯t clear in the dim cave light.


    As Kay suspected, Magnemite¡¯s eye couldn¡¯t keep up with Eevee¡¯s speed. It spun slightly, trying to track the movement, but failed to focus on Eevee.


    ¡°Now, Eevee! Use Bite and keep running! Don¡¯t stop after attacking! Keep circling and wait for another chance!¡±


    Eevee jumped and used Bite on Magnemite again, and then immediately retreated back into his circular pattern.


    Magnemite crackled with energy, trying to unleash another Thunder Shock, but it was too late as Eevee just after attacking retreated and began running one more time.


    Kay¡¯s strategy was working. Eevee continued the cycle; running, using Bite, and retreating.


    Magnemite became weaker after receiving two Bite from Eevee, and its metallic body started to wobble in mid-air.


    Finally, after one last Bite attack, Magnemite fell to the ground. Kay then collected the crystal, put it inside his bag, and told Eevee to use another Wish to heal its wounds.


    Eevee wobbled slightly, still feeling the effects of paralysis, but he used Wish as Kay instructed.


    Then Kay took out a Paralysis Heal from his bag and carefully sprayed it over Eevee.


    Eevee then stretched its legs, shaking off the lingering stiffness from the paralysis. Kay was relieved that the paralysis hadn¡¯t caused any accident during the fight.


    ¡°You did great, buddy. Let¡¯s keep moving, but we¡¯ll be careful from now on, okay?¡±.


    For the next few hours, Kay and Eevee went deeper into the metallic cave. The air crackled with electricity. They encountered several more Magnemites, each as aggressive as the first one.


    Kay followed the same strategy that had worked in the first battle: having Eevee run in circles, confuse the enemy, and then strike with Bite.


    It wasn¡¯t an easy method, and Eevee had to endure several Thunder Shocks along the way, and even was paralyzed one more time, but they managed to defeat seven Magnemites in total.


    After the seventh battle, Kay paused to catch his breath. He looked at Eevee, who was panting heavily but still standing strong.


    ¡°We should stop here, Eevee. If we go any deeper, we might encounter a stronger Pokemon¡­ maybe even a Bronze Stage Magnemite. That¡¯s too risky for us right now. Let¡¯s head back.¡±


    ¡°Eevwee...¡± Eevee let out a small cry of agreement, and the two turned back towards the cave¡¯s entrance.


    As they made their way back a gate appeared before Kay. He immediately realized that a team had successfully defeated the Dungeon Leader.


    ¡°Looks like it¡¯s time to leave, Eevee. We made it out safely this time.¡±


    Exiting the dungeon, Kay made his way to the trade market. He carefully handed over the crystals he had collected from the dungeon.


    The merchant counted them and handed Kay 150 Pokedollars. Steel Stage crystals weren¡¯t very valuable; each one was worth only 10 Pokedollars, but it was still hard-earned money.


    With the money safely tucked into his bag, Kay and Eevee began their journey back home.


    The cool evening breeze brushed against Kay¡¯s face as he pulled out his Pokedex to check Eevee¡¯s stats and his overall progress.


    But suddenly, the Pokedex screen went black, and then it started blinking faintly with a soft white light. Kay¡¯s heart skipped a beat.


    ¡°What¡¯s going on? Did it break?¡± Kay said while staring at the blinking device.


    But then he remembered something he had heard from other trainers. When a Pokedex is about to evolve to its next level, it shuts down temporarily and starts blinking like this.


    Kay¡¯s worried expression melted into one of excitement. ¡°So¡­ it¡¯s finally happening. My Pokedex is evolving.¡±


    After returning home from the dungeon, Kay sat down with his family for dinner. The delicious smell of home-cooked food filled the air.


    Eevee sat by Kay¡¯s side, nibbling on a small bowl of berries that Reina had prepared for it.


    As they started eating, Max, broke the silence.


    ¡°So, Kay, how was your first solo dungeon?¡±.


    Kay paused for a moment, chewing his food before answering.


    ¡°It was good¡­ easier than I had expected, honestly. But it was still way harder than going with a team.¡±


    Max nodded in understanding. ¡°That¡¯s natural. But still, you gained far more experience this way than you would have if you were relying on others in a team. Every step you took in there was entirely your own.¡±


    Kay sighed, leaning back slightly in his chair.


    ¡°That¡¯s true¡­ but the money I earned today was almost nothing compared to what I could¡¯ve earned with a team. It feels like such a big difference.¡±


    At that moment, Reina spoke up.


    ¡°Kay, money isn¡¯t the most important thing in life. It helps, yes, but achieving your goals, your dreams¡­ that¡¯s what truly matters. And every step you take toward that goal is priceless.¡±


    Kay looked down at his plate, a small smile forming on his face as he nodded in agreement.


    ¡°You¡¯re right, Mom. Thank you.¡±


    ¡°Kay! What Pokemons did you see in the dungeon today? Were they scary? Were they strong?¡± asked Lara excited.


    Kay chuckled at Lara¡¯s excitement.


    ¡°I met two species of Pokemon today. The first was Mareep, an electric sheep Pokemon with fluffy wool that crackled with electricity. The second was Magnemite, a floating metallic Pokemon with magnets on its sides. Eevee and I managed to defeat many of them, didn¡¯t we, Eevee?¡±


    "Eevwee..." Eevee let out a proud cry, and Kay patted its head affectionately. Lara¡¯s eyes sparkled even more, and she clapped her hands with excitement.


    After dinner, Kay retreated to his room with Eevee following closely behind. He sat on his bed, pulled out his Pokedex, and noticed something.


    The blinking light had stopped which means that the evolution to the next level had finished.


    Kay opened the pokedex to check the new features. The screen lit up with a small notification:


    ¡°Congratulations! Your Pokedex has reached Level Two!¡±


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 CH18: Growlithe

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    Kay opened the pokedex to check the new features. The screen lit up with a small notification:


    ¡°Congratulations! Your Pokedex has reached Level Two!¡±


    Kay eagerly explored the new features. The only change was that Pokemon Stages were now divided into three substages: Inferior, Intermediate, and Superior.


    ¡®So this is the upgrade¡­, it¡¯s very useful.¡¯ Kay muttered to himself as he leaned back against his pillow.


    Then he checked Eevee¡¯s profile one more time to see its substage:


    Eevee:


    Potential: Orange


    Stage: Intermediate Steel


    Moves: Tackle, Helping Hand, Wish, Bite, Sand Attack, Dig, Quick Attack


    Kay then noticed that Eevee was in the second substage of the Steel Stage.


    After a month of repeating the same routine, Kay had grown more confident in attacking F-rank dungeons alone.


    He avoided deeper areas where stronger Pokemons roamed and focused on battles he and Eevee could handle.


    Eevee had also learned a new move during this period; Double Team. Kay chose to let Eevee focus on this move because it was incredibly useful for evading enemy attacks.


    A month and a half had passed since the day Kay found the egg in the Arcanine dungeon.


    Recently, he began noticing that the egg was moving more frequently, with little twitches and wobbles becoming a daily occurrence. Kay realized that it was finally time; the egg was about to hatch.


    Understanding the importance of being present when the Pokemon emerged, Kay decided to stop dungeon attacks temporarily.


    He couldn¡¯t risk missing this critical moment, as missing the moment of the hatch of a Pokemon meant that the bonding essay would fail for sure.


    A week passed, and Kay spent his time taking care of Eevee and keeping an eye on the egg, making sure it stayed warm and safe.


    One evening, while Kay was casually browsing general information on the web, a bright light filled the room.


    The egg began to glow intensely, its warmth radiating outward. Kay¡¯s heart started to race as he quickly closed his device and rushed to sit in front of the egg.


    His palms were sweaty, and his breathing began to become short as he stared at the glowing shell.


    "Eevee, stay ready. It¡¯s hatching. In case something goes wrong, kill it instantly," Kay instructed Eevee.


    His mind raced with doubts and fears. What if he couldn¡¯t bond with the Pokemon? What if it attacked him? What if all the sacrifices he made to keep this egg were for nothing?


    Cracks started to form on the smooth surface of the egg, faint lines spreading like spiderwebs across its shell. The glow intensified, and with one final sharp sound, the egg shattered. This tale has been unlawfully lifted from Royal Road; report any instances of this story if found elsewhere.


    A small, dog-like creature with bright orange fur emerged from the broken shell. Its body was marked with bold black stripes, almost like a tiny tiger.


    Its fluffy tail curled elegantly, and its cream-colored mane looked incredibly soft and full. (Growlithe)


    The little Pokemon blinked its large, innocent eyes at Kay, letting out a soft, curious bark.


    The newborn Growlithe wagged its tail slightly and tilted its head at Kay. Kay reached out his hand cautiously, and the tiny Pokemon stepped forward, pressing its soft nose against his palm and sniffing Kay¡¯s hand.


    The moment Growlithe accepted Kay and gently pressed its nose against his palm, he knew the bonding was a success.


    The small Pokemon didn¡¯t show any signs of aggression or fear. Instead, it wagged its fluffy tail and barked softly, signaling trust and acceptance.


    Kay felt pure joy flood his chest. His hands trembled slightly as he carefully picked up the little Growlithe and held it close.


    The warmth of its small body and the gentle way it looked at him made all his worries disappear.


    Kay¡¯s happiness came from two main reasons. First, he now officially had a second Pokemon, something incredibly rare in their society, especially among F-rank trainers like Kay.


    Trainers usually spent years, before being able to bond with a second Pokemon successfully.


    Second, the Pokemon he bonded with was Growlithe, a strong and loyal companion.


    Its evolved form, Arcanine, was known to be one of the most powerful and majestic Pokemon in existence.


    Holding Growlithe gently in his arms, Kay couldn¡¯t stop smiling. "We¡¯re going to be an amazing team, right Eevee?.".


    ¡°Eevwee...¡± Eevee nodded in agreement.


    Kay decided that this moment was too important to keep to himself. He wanted to share this joy with his family.


    With Growlithe in his arms and Eevee walking proudly beside him, Kay walked towards the living room.


    As he entered, he immediately noticed the tense atmosphere. His family was sitting on the couch, their faces filled with worry and anticipation.


    Kay thought they knew about the hatching because of the strong light coming out from under his room''s door.


    His mother Reina was holding her hands together in silent prayer, his father Max was tapping his foot nervously, and his little sister Lara was biting her nails.


    When they noticed Kay standing in the doorway, holding a small orange Pokemon with black stripes, their eyes widened.


    "Everyone¡­ it worked. This is Growlithe, my new Pokemon. The bonding was a success!"


    For a moment, the room was silent. Then, Reina let out a joyful cry and rushed towards Kay, wrapping both him and Growlithe in a warm hug.


    Max stood up with a proud smile, patting Kay on the back. Lara, unable to hold back her excitement, squealed and started hopping around.


    "I knew you could do it, Kay!" Reina said, her eyes glistening with tears.


    "We are so happy for you, son," Max added.


    Lara leaned closer to Growlithe and said, "You¡¯re so cute! Welcome to the family!"


    Reina quickly suggested, "We must celebrate this moment! This is a huge achievement for Kay and our family!"


    The family prepared a small party. Max brought out some sparkling juice, Reina prepared snacks, and Lara decorated the dining table with colorful cloths and ribbons.


    That evening, the family celebrated together. Laughter and joy filled the house as they shared stories and food.


    After the party ended and the house quieted down, Kay returned to his room with Growlithe and Eevee by his side.


    The two Pokemon curled up on a soft blanket as Kay sat down on his bed and opened his Pokedex to check Growlithe''s stats.


    Growlithe:


    Potential: Red


    Stage: Inferior Steel


    Moves: Ember, Double Kick, Helping Hand


    When Kay saw the Red Potential, his eyes widened with excitement. Pokemon with Red Potential were incredibly rare and had the potential to growso powerful.


    ¡®This Growlithe is going to be amazing¡­ no, it already is amazing!¡¯.


    Then, his eyes landed on Growlithe''s moveset. He chuckled softly when he noticed Helping Hand listed there.


    ¡®Another Helping Hand? Haha, maybe this move will become my signature move one day,¡¯ he thought with amusement.


    As Kay was about to close the Pokedex, something caught his eye; a new change in the abilities section. His heart skipped a beat as he read the updated description of his ability.


    Pokemon Master LV1:


    The trainer can bond with the egg of Dungeon leaders if the trainer defeats them.


    Limit: Three eggs.


    (This ability can evolve.)


    Kay''s eyes sparkled with excitement as he re-read the description multiple times. This was huge. This ability wasn¡¯t just powerful, it was game-changing.


    ¡®This¡­ this could make me one of the strongest trainers in the world,¡¯.


    He leaned back on his bed, his mind racing with thoughts. His two abilities, Egg Collector and Pokemon Master were like two halves of a perfect puzzle.


    Without Egg Collector, he wouldn¡¯t have been able to find the leader¡¯s eggs in the first place.


    Without Pokemon Master, he wouldn¡¯t be able to bond with those eggs even if he found them.


    ¡®They complete each other¡­ it¡¯s like they were meant to work together,¡¯.


    For a brief moment, he imagined a future where he stood at the peak of power, leading a team of incredibly strong Pokemons.


    Then Kay reread the description for the third time, and this time he remarked something made him even more happy...


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 CH19: Power Stones for Eevee

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    While rereading the description of his Pokemon Master ability, Kay''s eyes landed on the sentence: (This ability can evolve.)


    His heart skipped a beat. Growing abilities were incredibly rare and among 100,000 trainers, only one might receive a growing ability.


    "A growing ability¡­ I¡¯ve hit the jackpot,"


    A week after Growlithe hatched, Kay decided it was time to start training Growlithe.


    Growlithe was a strong fire-type Pokemon, and Kay wanted to bring out its full potential.


    He decided to focus heavily on training Ember, as it was Growlithe¡¯s primary offensive move.


    However, Kay didn¡¯t overlook Double Kick, Growlithe¡¯s Egg Move. Double Kick was a rare and valuable move for a Growlithe, so he included it in their training plan, though Ember remained their main focus.


    At the same time, Kay didn¡¯t stop training Eevee. Their routine training remained the same: Training on Dig, Wish, and, Quick Attack.


    For the next two weeks, Kay followed a strict schedule:


    In the morning Attacking an F-rank dungeon, and in the afternoon after returning home training both Growlithe and Eevee in their designated moves.


    Kay made sure to bring Growlithe with him into the dungeons, but he never asked Growlithe to fight. The little Pokemon was still too small and inexperienced for real battles.


    Instead, Kay let Growlithe observe Eevee during fights, hoping it would learn from watching Eevee''s movements, attacks, and reactions.


    "You¡¯re still too young to fight, little guy. But soon, you¡¯ll be ready. Watch Eevee carefully, and you¡¯ll grow strong in no time."


    Through these two weeks, Kay began noticing growth in both of his Pokemons.


    Eevee''s movements became sharper and faster, and its Quick Attack was becoming harder to predict.


    Growlithe''s Ember started to burn brighter, and its Double Kick was showing better coordination and strength.


    After two weeks of intense training, Kay noticed that Eevee was close to breaking through to the Superior Steel stage.


    This was a crucial moment in any Pokemon''s growth, and Kay knew he had to prepare carefully.


    Power Stones are required to stabilize and fuel a Pokemon''s growth during the process.


    The breaking-through operation required a lot of energy, so trainers gave their Pokemon Power Stones to provide them with the needed energy.


    Kay then remembered the rules surrounding the use of Power Stones. During a substage breakthrough, the Power Stone consumed must not exceed the Pokemon''s current substage by more than one level; otherwise, it could cause serious harm.


    Also, for a stage breakthrough, the Pokemon shouldn¡¯t consume a Power Stone more than two substages higher than it.


    Additionally, for evolution, the Power Stone could be up to three substages higher, but pushing beyond that limit would be extremely dangerous.


    The quality of the Power Stone was equally important, as higher-quality Power Stones increased the chances of improving the Pokemon''s potential during the breakthrough process. This tale has been unlawfully lifted from Royal Road. If you spot it on Amazon, please report it.


    Determined to give Eevee the best possible chance, Kay decided to visit the Trade Market to buy suitable Normal-type Power Stones.


    The Trade Market was a bustling hub filled with trainers, merchants, and collectors.


    The air buzzed with chatter, bargaining, and the occasional cry of Pokemons.


    Stalls showed many Power Stones, rare items, and specialized equipment for trainers.


    As Kay navigated through the crowded aisles, he kept looking at the different items displayed by merchants.


    Eventually, he stopped at a stall run by an older merchant. "Looking for something special, kid?" the merchant asked as Kay approached.


    Without hesitation, Kay explained his needs. "I need a Superior Steel stage Power Stone for a Normal-type Pokemon."


    The merchant nodded knowingly and reached under the counter, pulling out seven white glowing Power Stones.


    ¡°These are the Superior Steel stage Power Stones I currently have, take your pick, young trainer. But remember, their prices depended on the potential of the Pokemon when it was alive.¡±


    Kay''s eyes scanned the stones carefully. The merchant began listing them one by one: White Potential Persian stone, Yellow Potential Raticate stone, Yellow Potential Pidgeot stone, Yellow Potential Tauros stone, Orange Potential Raticate stone, Orange Potential Fearow stone,  and Red Potential Persian stone.


    Kay took a deep breath and told the merchant to eliminate the stones with Yellow and White Potential without hesitation.


    Every trainer knew that using stones with lower potential during a breakthrough was a waste.


    If Eevee was to grow stronger and possibly improve its potential, it needed a stone at least equal to its own potential.


    That left Kay with only three real choices: the Orange Potential Raticate stone, the Orange Potential Fearow stone, and the Red Potential Persian stone.


    He turned to the merchant and asked about the prices. The merchant smirked slightly as if he had been waiting for that exact question.


    ¡°The Orange Potential Raticate stone is 1000 Pokedollars, the Orange Potential Fearow stone is 1200 Pokedollars, and the Red Potential Persian stone... well, that¡¯ll cost you 2000 Pokedollars.¡±


    Kay was shocked when he heard the prices. The gap between buying and selling prices was shocking.


    He couldn¡¯t help but think about how much time and effort he had spent earning his current savings.


    Two thousand Pokedollars, an amount equal to ten days of relentless dungeon exploration would vanish in a single purchase.


    Kay¡¯s eyes moved back and forth between the three remaining Power Stones: the Orange Potential Raticate stone, the Orange Potential Fearow stone, and the Red Potential Persian stone.


    He quickly ruled out the Fearow stone. While the Fearow stone had good potential, it had Flying and Normal-type energy.


    Eevee needed pure Normal-type energy for the breakthrough to be as effective as possible.


    That left only two stones: the Orange Potential Raticate stone and the Red Potential Persian stone.


    The merchant, noticing Kay¡¯s hesitation, leaned forward slightly and spoke calmly yet persuasively. ¡°Take your time, kid. Decisions like this aren''t easy. But remember, quality stones like these don¡¯t stay on shelves for long.¡±


    ¡°Power Stones of this level are always in high demand. Trainers from every corner of the city are searching for them. And a Red Potential Power Stone? That¡¯s even rarer. You might not see another one for weeks.¡±


    Kay knew the merchant wasn¡¯t just trying to pressure him. There was truth in his words. Red Potential Power Stones were rare among trainers.


    Without allowing himself to overthink or second-guess, Kay said, ¡°I¡¯ll take the Red Potential Persian stone.¡±


    The merchant¡¯s lips curved into a satisfied smile as he carefully picked up the glowing white stone and placed it in a protective case.


    Kay handed over the money, took the case, and left the shop returning home.


    While Kay was walking back home with the Red Potential Persian Power Stone carefully tucked in his bag, his phone buzzed in his pocket.


    He pulled it out and saw an unfamiliar number on the screen. Hesitating for a moment, he answered, ¡°Hello?¡±


    ¡°Mr. Kay, this is the Pokemon League Investigation Department. We¡¯ve completed the investigation regarding the Arcanine Dungeon incident. You are requested to come to the league facility tomorrow morning. The report is ready, and we need you to verify the findings.¡±


    The moment Kay heard the words ¡°Arcanine Dungeon,¡± his chest tightened. The screams, the smoke, the overpowering heat, and the silence that followed came rushing back.


    The memory of his fallen teammates and the sheer terror of being the sole survivor flashed in his mind.


    But instead of fear, determination flooded his chest. He needed answers. He couldn¡¯t let their deaths go unanswered. ¡°I¡¯ll be there first thing in the morning,¡± Kay replied before ending the call.


    The next morning, Kay arrived at the league facility as the sun was still rising. The towering building stood imposingly in front of him, reflecting the golden light of dawn.


    Near the entrance, two men in dark suits stood waiting. The moment they noticed Kay, one of them stepped forward.


    ¡°Mr. Kay, follow us please,¡± he said in a neutral tone, gesturing toward the building¡¯s grand staircase.


    Kay silently followed the two men up to the second floor, his footsteps echoing in the empty hallway.


    They stopped in front of an office door, and one of the men knocked firmly. From inside came a deep voice, ¡°Who¡¯s there?¡±


    ¡°It¡¯s us, sir. Mr. Kay has arrived,¡± one of the men answered.


    ¡°Let him in,¡± the voice replied.


    The door opened, and Kay stepped inside...


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 CH20: The accident report

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    The next morning, Kay arrived at the league facility as the sun was still rising. The towering building stood imposingly in front of him, reflecting the golden light of dawn.


    Near the entrance, two men in dark suits stood waiting. The moment they noticed Kay, one of them stepped forward.


    ¡°Mr. Kay, follow us,¡± he said in a neutral tone, gesturing toward the building¡¯s grand staircase.


    Kay silently followed the two men up to the second floor, his footsteps echoing in the empty hallway.


    They stopped in front of an office door, and one of the men knocked firmly. From inside came a deep voice, ¡°Who¡¯s there?¡±


    ¡°It¡¯s us, sir. Mr. Kay has arrived,¡± one of the men answered.


    ¡°Let him in,¡± the voice replied.


    The door opened, and Kay stepped inside. The office was large but sparsely decorated. Behind a polished wooden desk sat a man who appeared to be in his late forties.


    His sharp features and piercing eyes gave off an air of authority. His broad shoulders and confident posture suggested someone who had been on the front lines of many battles.


    ¡°Welcome, Mr. Kay, I¡¯m Eliot Graves, the president of the investigation team assigned to the Arcanine Dungeon incident. I also serve as the vice president of the Pokemon League in this city.¡±


    Kay blinked in surprise. The vice president? The way the two men had spoken to him earlier hinted at authority, but Kay hadn¡¯t expected to meet someone this high-ranking.


    Eliot picked up an envelope from his desk and casually tossed it toward Kay. It slid across the polished wood surface and stopped in front of him.


    ¡°This,¡± Eliot said, leaning back in his chair, ¡°is the official report of the Arcanine Dungeon incident. I want you to read it carefully and tell me if it aligns with what you experienced inside the dungeon.¡±


    Kay hesitated for a moment before picking up the envelope. His hands trembled slightly as he pulled out the stack of papers inside.


    He sat down in the chair across from Eliot and began reading. The air in the room was thick with silence, broken only by the faint rustle of paper as Kay turned each page. Eliot watched him closely, his sharp eyes studying Kay¡¯s every reaction.


    After Kay finished reading the report, he slowly raised his eyes to meet Eliot¡¯s piercing gaze.


    ¡°The events noted in the report match almost exactly what happened inside the dungeon, but¡­ I don¡¯t see the reason behind the accident. Why did this happen in the first place?¡±


    Eliot leaned back in his chair, his fingers tapping lightly on the armrest. ¡°Yes, that report was only a description of the events,¡± he said calmly. Then, without breaking eye contact, Eliot reached behind him, opened a drawer, and pulled out a single sheet of paper. He placed it on the desk and slid it toward Kay. ¡°This is the conclusion of our investigation. Read it.¡± If you discover this tale on Amazon, be aware that it has been unlawfully taken from Royal Road. Please report it.


    Kay hesitated for a moment before picking up the paper. His eyes scanned the neatly typed text, his brows furrowing as he absorbed the information.


    According to the investigation, the league had followed the standard protocols when analyzing the dungeon.


    They had measured the energy levels at the gate, just like they always did. Based on the readings, the dungeon was classified as F-rank.


    These energy readings usually allowed experts to predict both the rank and the type of Pokemons inside.


    However, in this particular dungeon, Pokemons were unusually far from the gate. The sensors, unable to detect the deeper energy levels, provided inaccurate results.


    The gate only showed traces of weak energy, which led the league to misclassify it. In reality, the dungeon was not an F-rank but a D-rank dungeon.


    Kay set the paper down slowly and clenched his fists. ¡°So¡­ it was a technical error by the league?¡±


    Eliot nodded, his expression cold and unmoving. ¡°Yes, Kay. A technical oversight. An unfortunate mistake.¡±


    For a moment, there was silence between them. Then Eliot¡¯s lips curled into a faint, almost sinister smile. Kay felt a shiver run down his spine.


    ¡°But, my dear boy, let¡¯s hope no one else hears those words. Especially not Maris Tideswell, the president of the Hydronix Guild.¡±


    ¡°How are you planning to explain this to Mr. Tideswell? I met him after the incident. He was furious. You can¡¯t just¡ª¡±


    ¡°Oh, but we can,¡± Eliot interrupted, his voice dripping with icy confidence, while ripping the investigation paper.


    ¡°We¡¯ll not tell him that it was the league''s fault. We¡¯ll tell him it was, indeed, an F-rank dungeon. And that his foolish son recklessly challenged the dungeon leader with a weak team. That his son¡¯s arrogance caused this¡­ tragic accident.¡±


    Kay¡¯s mouth opened slightly as if he wanted to argue, but the words wouldn¡¯t come. The cold logic in Eliot¡¯s voice left no room for debate.


    The truth would be buried beneath layers of carefully crafted lies, and Kay could do nothing about it.


    He simply nodded, his shoulders heavy with the weight of the knowledge he now carried.


    Eliot leaned back and smiled again, this time a little more naturally. ¡°Thank you for your cooperation, Kay. You¡¯ve been very helpful today. Now, my Pokemon will escort you to the exit.¡±


    Kay stood up and turned toward the door, his mind swirling with frustration, anger, and helplessness.


    As he stepped outside the office, he noticed a figure waiting for him; a large Absol. Its deep red eyes locked onto Kay, and its sharp horn gleamed faintly under the hallway lights.


    The Absol walked beside Kay silently, its calm yet intimidating presence making the hallway feel colder than before.


    When they reached the staircase, the Absol stopped and watched Kay descend. Below, the noise of people moving through the lobby echoed faintly.


    The Absol stood at the top of the stairs, like a silent guardian, before returning to Eliot¡¯s office.


    As Kay descended the stairs, his thoughts were still tangled with everything he had just heard.


    He noticed Absol silently walking back towards Eliot''s office. Its presence was still heavy in the air, and Kay couldn''t help but feel a mix of awe and fear toward the Pokemon. Out of curiosity, Kay quickly pulled out his Pokedex and pointed it at the Absol.


    The screen flickered for a moment before displaying only question marks:


    Absol:


    Potential: ???


    Stage: ???


    Kay sighed and put the device back into his pocket. He remembered that the Pokedex couldn''t display information about Pokemons that were more than six substages higher than his strongest Pokemon. This Absol must be at least at the Intermediate Silver Stage.


    As Kay stepped outside the league building, the cool air hit his face, his mind raced with questions and fears.


    Eliot¡¯s words echoed in his head. "We¡¯ll tell him it was, indeed, an F-rank dungeon. And that his foolish son recklessly challenged the dungeon leader with a weak team."


    Kay clenched his fists. If Maris Tideswell believed that lie, there was no telling how he might react.


    Kay would definitely be the first victim of Maris''s anger. Maris was a powerful man, and grief often turned into anger, so Kay was sure that the results would be devastating.


    But there was something else bothering him. Why had Eliot told him all this? He could have easily dismissed Kay after showing him the report.


    There was no reason to reveal the full truth unless Eliot wanted something. But what? Was it a warning? Or Eliot simply didn¡¯t see Kay as a threat, or maybe he planned something.


    Kay shook his head. He couldn¡¯t let these thoughts paralyze him. One thing was clear: He would tell Maris about what the league was planning.


    Kay made this decision even though he knew that he would do the opposite of what Eliot had told him just moments later.


    Kay decided to bet on Maris to believe him because Kay knew that after Eliot revealed these secrets to him, he had to choose to face the league or to face Maris.


    After Kay¡¯s previous meeting with Maris, he decided that choosing Maris would be the best option for going out of this safely.


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 CH21: The security guard

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    After Kay''s previous meeting with Maris, he decided that choosing Maris would be the choice with the higher possibility of going out from this safely.


    When Kay returned home, he tried to act normal in front of his family. He joined them for dinner and forced himself to smile and respond when they spoke to him.


    But inside, his mind was racing with plans and possibilities. As soon as dinner was over, he excused himself and went straight to his room.


    Sitting at his desk, Kay took out a piece of paper and a pen. His hand trembled slightly as he began to write.


    He addressed the letter to Maris Tideswell, explaining briefly who he was as it was hard for Maris to remember him.


    He requested an appointment, saying that he had urgent information regarding the truth behind the Arcanine dungeon accident.


    Once he finished the letter, Kay folded it neatly and placed it in an envelope. He sealed it carefully, making sure it was secure. Tomorrow, he would deliver it to Maris''s castle himself.


    As Kay leaned back in his chair, staring at the letter on his desk, he felt a mixture of fear and anxiety because he knew the risk he was taking by challenging powerful figures like Eliot.


    The next morning, Kay set off for Tideswell Castle, hoping Maris would respond quickly and agree to meet him.


    Eevee trotted by his side, its fur shining in the sunlight. Kay had decided to leave Growlithe at home.


    It wasn''t the time to reveal that he had bonded with two Pokemons, it might draw too much attention.


    As Kay approached the massive gates of Tideswell Castle, he recognized the same two security guards he had encountered during his previous visit.


    Their stern expressions softened slightly when they saw him, though their professionalism remained intact.


    "What brings you here today?" one of the guards asked as Kay stopped in front of them.


    Kay held up the envelope. "I''d like to deliver this letter to Mr. Tideswell. It''s very important."


    The first guard gave him a skeptical look. "Alright, hand it over. I''ll make sure it gets to him. If you''ve written your address on it, the response will be sent to your house."


    Kay hesitated. "Could I give it to Mr. Tideswell directly?"


    The guard frowned, confused by Kay''s insistence. "That''s not possible. Letters are delivered to him through proper channels. He doesn''t meet with just anyone."


    Kay tightened his grip on the letter. He didn''t feel comfortable handing such a critical message to a middleman.


    But before he could argue further, the second guard, who had been quietly observing, stepped forward. The narrative has been stolen; if detected on Amazon, report the infringement.


    "If the letter is as important as it seems, and as you''ve already met Mr. Tideswell before, perhaps there''s another way." He glanced at his colleague. "We could let him wait while I ask the master if he wants to meet him personally."


    Kay''s eyes widened in surprise. "Really? Thank you!"


    The first guard raised an eyebrow, clearly unconvinced. "Why bother? We''ve got protocols for this. Just take the letter and let the system work as it should."


    "Also, I don''t know why you treat this guy in such a way, you are normally very harsh with other visitors," The first guard added.


    The second guard cleared his throat and stood his ground. "This feels different. The boy seems serious, and it wouldn''t hurt to ask. If the master doesn''t want to see him, we''ll handle it as usual. But it''s worth a try."


    The first guard crossed his arms. "Fine, do what you want. But you''ll take responsibility if this goes sideways."


    "Of course," the second guard replied confidently. He turned to Kay and gestured for him to follow. "Come with me."


    Kay felt a wave of relief wash over him. He quickly retracted the letter from the first guard''s outstretched hand and followed the second guard past the gates.


    Eevee stayed close, its ears twitching as it curiously observed the grand castle grounds.


    The walk toward the main entrance was quiet, the second guard leading the way with a firm, purposeful stride.


    Kay followed the guard through the castle, his steps uncertain. As they walked, Kay noticed they weren''t heading in the same direction as his last visit.


    The halls grew dimmer, and the air felt colder, with fewer decorations adorning the walls. It was as though they were heading into a less-used part of the castle.


    After several minutes, Kay grew uneasy and asked, "Is the place still far?"


    The guard glanced back, his face impassive. "No, just a few minutes more, and we''ll be there."


    As they turned a corner, the guard pointed toward an old room at the end of a dark hallway.


    Even from a distance, Kay could see that the lights in the area were dim, and the door looked weathered with age. "You''ll wait there," the guard said casually.


    Kay frowned. This place was nothing like the grand, polished waiting room he had seen before.


    As they approached, his unease deepened. Dust clung to every surface, and the air was stale, as though no one had been there for years.


    The guard opened the creaky door and gestured for Kay to enter. Eevee, ever curious, went in first.


    Kay hesitated at the threshold, peering inside. The room was in bad shape; dust covered every corner, and cobwebs hung from the ceiling.


    "Is this the only place I can wait for Mr. Tideswell?" Kay asked, turning back to the guard. "Isn''t there¡ª"


    Before he could finish his sentence, the guard shoved him forcefully into the room. Kay stumbled forward, nearly falling as the guard slammed the door shut behind them.


    "Hey! What are you doing!" Kay shouted at the guard. The guard didn''t respond and just looked at Eevee with a cold expression.


    Then the ground beneath Kay began to tremble. Cracks appeared in the dusty floor, and a Graveler emerged, its rocky form towering over Eevee.


    "Eevee, watch out!" Kay yelled.


    But the Graveler moved rapidly, delivering a devastating blow that sent Eevee flying across the room. Eevee let out a faint cry before collapsing, unconscious.


    "No! Eevee!" Kay cried, rushing to scoop up his fallen companion. He held Eevee close, his heart pounding with fear and anger.


    The guard smirked, picking up the envelope that had fallen from Kay''s hand during the struggle. He opened it and began to read, a sinister grin spreading across his face.


    "HAHAHAHA!" the guard laughed mockingly. "Eliot was right! He figured you''d try to talk to Maris despite his warning. He even predicted you''d write something like this."


    Kay''s blood ran cold at the mention of Eliot''s name. Pieces of the puzzle began to fall into place.


    Eliot must have been keeping tabs on him all along, ensuring that he didn''t step out of line.


    The guard continued, his tone mocking. "Eliot didn''t want to deal with you so soon. He said you''d be more useful alive for a while longer. He wanted to use you as a doll to vent Tideswell''s anger. But since you made the stupid decision to contact Maris, well, you left us no choice but to take care of you permanently."


    Kay''s eyes narrowed in fury as he clutched Eevee closer. "Eliot¡­" he whispered, piecing it all together. "He''s behind this."


    The guard smirked, ripping the letter and tossing it onto the dusty floor. "Nothing personal, kid. But the reward for this job? It''s way too good to pass up."


    The guard folded his arms as he leaned against the doorway, and spoke. "As you''re about to die, do you have any last wishes?"


    Kay''s mind was racing, but he forced himself to stay calm. "I just want you to answer one question," he said, his voice steady despite the fear clawing at his chest. "How long has Eliot been surveying me?"


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 CH22: Meeting with Maris

    The guard folded his arms as he leaned against the doorway, and spoke. ¡°As you¡¯re about to die, do you have any last wishes?¡±


    Kay¡¯s mind was racing, but he forced himself to stay calm. ¡°I just want you to answer one question,¡± he said, his voice steady despite the fear clawing at his chest. ¡°How long has Eliot been surveying me?¡±


    The guard threw his head back and laughed loudly. ¡°HAHAHA! Do you really think Eliot cares enough about you to waste his time watching you? Don¡¯t flatter yourself, kid. You¡¯re nothing to him. If he¡¯s watching anyone, it¡¯s Maris.¡±


    He added with a wicked grin, ¡°I don¡¯t even work for Eliot. He just gave me a huge sum of money to deal with you if you came here. My orders were simple; kill you if you tried to contact Maris and destroy any letter you might send him. You should be thankful, though. At least I¡¯m granting your final wish by answering your question.¡±


    The guard straightened up, his face darkening. ¡°Now, enough talk. Goodbye! Graveler, use Rollout!¡±


    Graveler growled and began spinning rapidly in place, building momentum before launching itself toward Kay.


    Kay¡¯s instincts took over, and he leaped to the side just in time, clutching Eevee tightly to his chest.


    The rocky Pokemon missed its mark and crashed into the wall with a loud thud, sending debris flying.


    Graveler began spinning once more, preparing for another attack. Kay was running out of options.


    His heart pounded as he was stuck on the edge of the room, desperately trying to think of a way to escape.


    Just as Graveler was about to launch its next attack, the door of the room exploded inward.


    The door slammed against the wall with a deafening crash, shards of wood scattering across the dusty floor.


    A sleek, dark blue figure burst into the room. The creature stood tall, its sharp yellow eyes glowing with fierce intensity. Wrapped around its neck was a pink, tongue-like scarf fluttering slightly with every move. Its long limbs and agile stance gave it the appearance of a swift and deadly ninja. In its hand, it held a glowing water shuriken (Greninja).


    The guard turned his head slowly, dread pooling in his stomach. He prayed he wouldn¡¯t see what he feared. But as his eyes settled on the figure in the doorway, his face drained of color.


    There stood Greninja with its dark aura. Behind the Pokemon stood a man who carried an aura of authority and power.


    His striking blue hair was neatly combed, and his light blue beard was impeccably trimmed.


    ¡°Sir¡­ Sir Maris!¡± the guard stammered, his voice trembling. ¡°What¡­ what are you doing here? This side of the castle hasn¡¯t been used for years.¡±


    Maris stepped forward, his piercing gaze locked on the guard. ¡°Greninja, Water Shuriken.¡±


    Greninja didn¡¯t hesitate. It brought its hands together, forming a massive shuriken made entirely of swirling water between its palms. In an instant, it hurled the attack at Graveler.


    The shuriken moved so fast that Kay barely registered its movement until it struck Graveler head-on. Ensure your favorite authors get the support they deserve. Read this novel on the original website.


    The rock Pokemon was launched backward, crashing into the wall with a resounding thud and slumping to the ground, dead.


    Maris¡¯s sharp eyes turned back to the guard. ¡°Greninja saw you sneaking this boy into this abandoned part of the castle. I¡¯ve also been suspicious of you since I heard from the first guard that you started verifying all letters addressed to me without my knowledge.¡±


    Maris reached into his coat and pulled out a Max Potion, tossing it to Kay. ¡°Use this on your Pokemon,¡±


    Kay caught the potion with shaking hands and quickly sprayed it on Eevee, who had just opened his eyes.


    As the potion¡¯s restorative energy enveloped Eevee, its breathing steadied, and it became in a better state.


    ¡°Greninja, Night Slash,¡±.


    Greninja¡¯s hand became enveloped in dark energy, forming a sharp, glowing blade. In a flash, it dashed toward the guard with such speed that the man couldn¡¯t react in time.


    The blade struck with precision, and the guard cried out in pain as Greninja cut his leg. He collapsed to the floor, clutching his limb, and trying to stop the flowing blood, his eyes wide with fear.


    Maris stepped closer, his expression unyielding. ¡°Now, you will answer my questions. Who sent you, and why are you trying to kill this boy?¡±


    The guard''s face turned pale as he clutched his bleeding leg, trembling before Maris. ¡°Please, sir, just spare me! I¡¯ll tell you everything!¡± he begged.


    Maris crossed his arms, his expression cold and unreadable. ¡°Speak,¡± he commanded.


    The guard stammered, spilling every detail about his meeting with Eliot. He explained that Eliot had promised him a hefty sum of money, half paid upfront and the other half delivered after he killed Kay if the boy dared to approach Maris.


    ¡°Eliot instructed me to destroy any letter from the boy and take care of him if he came here in person,¡± the guard admitted, his voice shaking.


    Maris narrowed his eyes. ¡°Did Eliot contact you again after your initial meeting?¡±


    ¡°No, he didn¡¯t,¡± the guard replied, desperately trying to stem the bleeding from his leg.


    ¡°Is that all?¡±.


    ¡°Yes, sir, that¡¯s everything! Please, I¡¯ve told you all I know. Let me leave!¡±


    Maris¡¯s gaze didn¡¯t waver. ¡°Greninja, finish him.¡±


    ¡°No, sir! Pleas...¡± As Greninja heard the command, it attacked the guard with a Night Slash without hesitation slicing off his head with precision. The guard¡¯s cries ceased instantly as his body collapsed lifelessly to the ground.


    Kay stood frozen, his heart pounding as he witnessed the brutal scene unfold before him.


    He struggled to process what had just happened, but the only thing that was clear for him was that it was safe, until now.


    Maris turned to Kay. ¡°Are you alright? Can you stand?¡±


    Kay nodded shakily, holding Eevee close. ¡°Yeah¡­ I¡¯m okay. Just some bruises. Nothing serious.¡±


    ¡°Good,¡± Maris said. ¡°Let¡¯s move to another place and talk.¡±


    Maris and Kay left the dusty old room in silence, the tension from the earlier events still lingering in the air.


    After a few calm moments of walking through the castle¡¯s corridors, they arrived at a room that looked like a small hospital.


    The walls were lined with medical equipment, and the space had a clean, sterile smell.


    ¡°Heal your injuries first, and then we¡¯ll continue,¡± Maris instructed.


    Kay followed him inside and saw an old man in a white coat, his hair grey and his posture slightly hunched.


    The man¡¯s kind but tired eyes met Kay¡¯s. Beside him stood a round, light-pink creature with short, stubby arms and a cheerful face. It carried an egg in a pouch on its belly and exuded a calming, nurturing aura (Chansey).


    ¡°Doctor, please heal this young man,¡± Maris said firmly.


    The doctor nodded and, in a gentle voice, instructed the Pokemon. ¡°Chansey, Heal Pulse.¡±


    Chansey closed its eyes and held out its tiny arms, and a warm, soothing energy radiated from its body.


    The soft, pink light washed over Kay, and he felt his bruises fade instantly. His body felt refreshed as if the pain and exhaustion had never been there.


    ¡°Thank you, Doctor,¡± Kay said, grateful for the quick relief.


    Maris nodded to the doctor and turned to Kay. ¡°Let¡¯s go.¡±


    Kay followed Maris once again. After walking down another long corridor, they stopped in front of a large wooden door.


    Maris pushed it open, revealing a grand office. The room was spacious, with polished wooden floors, tall shelves filled with books, and a large desk in the center. Behind the desk was a wide window offering a view of the castle grounds.


    ¡°This is my office. Let¡¯s talk inside,¡± Maris said, stepping aside to let Kay enter.


    Kay walked in, and Maris closed the door behind them. ¡°Take a seat,¡± Maris said, motioning to a chair in front of the desk.


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 CH23: Discussion with Maris

    Maris walked into the office with Kay and motioned for him to sit down. Taking his own seat behind the large desk, Maris leaned forward, resting his elbows on the table, and studied Kay intently.


    "Tell me, Kay, what are you doing here? Why have you returned?"


    Kay took a deep breath, gathering his thoughts before speaking. He began recounting everything, from the moment he received the call from the league about the investigation report, his unsettling meeting with Eliot Graves, and finally his decision to come to him to reveal the truth.


    As Kay finished his story, Maris remained silent for a moment, his eyes narrowing as he processed everything. It was clear he was piecing together the events in his mind. Finally, he spoke.


    "Now I understand, I had been asking the league repeatedly for the report, but their response was always the same; that the investigation team had not yet completed it. Now I see why. They want to keep their failure hidden, to protect their reputation. And to do so, they¡¯re even willing to kill to keep that secret buried."


    Kay swallowed hard, feeling the weight of Maris¡¯s words. After a pause, he gathered the courage to ask the question that had been haunting him. "What are you planning to do, Mr. Tideswell?"


    Kay¡¯s mind raced with possibilities. He assumed Maris, in his fury, might launch an immediate attack on the league, seeking vengeance.


    And if that happened, Kay knew he would likely be the first victim of Eliot¡¯s schemes.


    Maris studied Kay¡¯s expression for a moment before answering. "I will take my time and craft a long-term plan to deal with the league,".


    Kay blinked in surprise. That was not the answer he expected. The shock on his face must have been obvious, as Maris chuckled softly and continued, "You thought I would attack the league immediately, didn¡¯t you? With the full strength of my guild?"


    Kay hesitated but nodded, embarrassed that his assumptions had been so transparent.


    Maris smiled faintly, shaking his head. "Do you take me for a child, driven by emotions without considering the consequences?" His words made Kay blush, feeling ashamed of his assumption.


    Maris leaned back in his chair and explained, "If I were to attack the league now, the consequences would be catastrophic. The league is incredibly strong, and the public trusts them blindly. A direct conflict would lead to a devastating war, causing losses that humanity cannot afford, especially when every force is needed to deal with the appearing dungeons. And even if I were to attack, the league could easily summon reinforcements from their other facilities in neighboring cities."


    He paused, letting his words sink in before adding, "And let¡¯s not forget that if I attacked now, you would be their first target. Eliot has already threatened you, hasn¡¯t he?"


    Kay felt a chill run down his spine. Maris¡¯s measured response showed wisdom and an understanding of the larger picture.


    At that moment, Kay realized Maris was not just a powerful guild leader but also a thoughtful strategist.


    After hearing Maris¡¯s response, Kay hesitated for a moment before asking, "What do you plan to do now, in the short term?" Unauthorized tale usage: if you spot this story on Amazon, report the violation.


    Maris leaned back in his chair. "For now, I need you to keep everything we¡¯ve discussed a secret, it¡¯s important that no one else knows about this conversation or what happened today."


    Kay nodded in agreement. Maris continued, "I asked the guard earlier before Greninja killed him if Eliot had contacted him after their initial meeting. He said Eliot didn¡¯t. That means Eliot won¡¯t know the guard has been killed. This works to our advantage."


    Maris paused briefly before adding, "I will also replace all the workers in my castle. It¡¯s possible there are others here who have been compromised by Eliot and are reporting on my movements."


    When Kay heard this, he couldn¡¯t help but ask, "But won¡¯t Eliot notice if you suddenly change all the workers?"


    Maris smiled faintly. "Not if I do it carefully. I plan to keep one worker; the first guard you met. I trust him because he¡¯s been with me for many years, and he¡¯s loyal. More importantly, he¡¯s the only one who saw you enter the castle accompanied by the second guard."


    Kay¡¯s brow furrowed. "So, you¡¯re saying you¡¯ll use the first guard to feed Eliot false information?"


    "Exactly, we¡¯ll control the narrative. If Eliot starts asking questions, the first guard will report exactly what we want him to. It will give us an advantage."


    Kay thought for a moment, then asked, "But what if Eliot finds out the second guard is dead? Won¡¯t that raise suspicions?"


    Maris didn¡¯t miss a beat. "If he does, he¡¯ll be told that I caught the guard tampering with my personal letters; letters he had no business reading. I executed him for betrayal, as any guild master would. Eliot wouldn¡¯t have a way to confirm the truth unless he directly questions the first guard, and the first guard will only say what we instruct him to."


    Hearing Maris¡¯s confident and well-thought-out plan, Kay felt a small spark of hope reignite within him. It seemed unlikely now that Eliot would find out Kay had visited Maris¡¯s home.


    With Maris''s decisive control of the situation, Kay began to believe that he might escape this dangerous situation alive and unharmed.


    Kay stood up from his chair and politely excused himself.


    Maris nodded and said, ¡°I¡¯ve noticed you¡¯re stronger than the last time we met, Kay. That¡¯s good. But you need to grow even faster. You¡¯re caught up in this dangerous situation now, and I can¡¯t protect you forever.¡±


    Kay looked down, feeling the weight of Maris¡¯s words, and then thanked him. Together, they left the office, walking side by side.


    It was night now; they had spent a long time discussing inside the office.


    As they approached the corridor¡¯s exit, Maris handed Kay a pair of black sunglasses and a hat. ¡°Wear these to hide your identity, we can¡¯t risk the workers recognizing you.¡±


    Kay put them on, but just as he was about to step outside, Maris called out to him, smirking slightly. ¡°Wait a minute. Wearing sunglasses at night makes you look even more suspicious. I had a better solution.¡±


    Kay sighed, realizing Maris was right. Maris then called out, ¡°Greninja!¡±


    Greninja appeared swiftly, landing silently beside Maris. Maris whispered something to Greninja, who nodded and vanished into the shadows.


    Seconds later, bright lights shimmered in the air as a tall, pink creature with a white belly and a calm, wise expression appeared. It wore a crown-like shell on its head, radiating an air of royalty. (Slowking)


    As Kay saw Slowking standing near Maris he estimated that it was his second Pokemon.


    ¡®It seemed Maris had two Pokemons or even more, I want to check Slowking''s stats but it isn¡¯t acceptable to check a trainer¡¯s Pokemon stats without his permission¡¯


    ¡°This is Slowking, he¡¯ll help us. Tell me where you live, and Slowking will teleport you nearby to hide your presence here.¡±


    Kay quickly gave his address, and Maris instructed Slowking, ¡°Teleport.¡±


    In an instant, Kay, Maris, and Slowking vanished from the castle and reappeared on an empty road near Kay¡¯s home.


    Maris then told Kay while giving him a piece of paper containing his number. ¡°Stay cautious, and remember what we talked about. Also, if you need anything just call me at this number.¡±


    ¡°Thank you, Mr. Tideswell,¡± Kay said, bowing slightly.


    Maris nodded, and Slowking teleported back with him.


    Kay walked home, feeling exhausted but relieved to finally be out of danger. When he entered, the familiar smell of dinner filled the air, and despite his tiredness, he smiled.


    Kay joined his family for dinner, savoring the warmth and comfort he needed so desperately after such a long and stressful day.


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 CH24: Superior Steel stage

    Kay joined his family for dinner, savoring the warmth and comfort he desperately needed after such a long and stressful day.


    Kay returned to his room after dinner, determined to prepare for his next adventure.


    He sat at his desk on his computer and began searching for a new dungeon to explore.


    After some time, he decided to target an F-rank dungeon, one with normal-type Pokemons that would have a huge sum of Normal-type Energy inside; it would be suitable for Eevee''s breakthrough.


    The next day, Kay dedicated all his time to training with Eevee and Growlithe. Growlithe, who had grown stronger and more mature, was now ready to join Kay on his dungeon attacks.


    By evening, Kay was exhausted but satisfied with their progress. He enjoyed a hearty dinner with his family and then went to bed early, knowing he needed to be well-rested for the dungeon attack he had planned for the next day.


    The morning sun rose, and Kay packed his essentials, along with the red Potential Persian Stone, in case Eevee passed by a breakthrough inside the dungeon, which was very likely.


    Eevee was by his side, as usual, while Growlithe stayed hidden inside Kay''s bag to avoid attracting unnecessary attention. They set off toward the dungeon.


    As Kay walked, he thought about the new invention from the league he had recently heard about; the invention was called Pokeballs.


    These small devices allowed trainers to safely store their Pokemons, making it easier to carry large Pokemons and even hide some Pokemons if the trainer had more than one.


    It was a very good invention. Although it was still relatively new, it wasn¡¯t very expensive because not many trainers needed it.


    Kay made a mental note to purchase one soon, as it would make traveling with multiple Pokemons much more secure.


    Lost in thought, Kay soon arrived at his destination. He saw a crowd of trainers gathered outside the dungeon entrance, all waiting for permission from the soldiers to enter the dungeon.


    As Kay and the other trainers entered the dungeon, they found themselves in a serene forest. It wasn¡¯t dense or overgrown but rather an open area with scattered trees.


    The ground was blanketed in soft grass, and sunlight poured through the gaps between the branches, creating a peaceful, almost magical atmosphere.


    The air was fresh, with a gentle breeze that carried the faint scent of flowers. It felt more like a tranquil meadow than a typical dungeon, making it a perfect training ground.


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    Kay had chosen this dungeon specifically because of Eevee. He believed that Eevee would definitely break through to the superior Steel Stage and that the Normal-type energy within the dungeon would be beneficial for Eevee.


    As they ventured further into the forest, Kay ensured they moved to a quiet spot where no other trainers were nearby.


    He opened his bag and released Growlithe, who stretched and wagged its tail, eager to join the adventure.


    Not long after, the trio encountered their first opponent: a Rattata. The small, purple Pokemon bared its teeth, ready to defend its territory


    ¡°Growlithe, use Double Kick!¡± Kay commanded. Growlithe lunged forward with a powerful Double Kick.


    Before Rattata could regain his position, Kay shouted,¡± Growlithe, one more time, use Double Kick.¡± As Growlithe heard Kay, it delivered another Double Kick on Rattata, easily defeating it this time.Unauthorized duplication: this tale has been taken without consent. Report sightings.


    The team continued their exploration, battling against various Normal-type Pokemon like Pidgeys, Meowths, and more Rattatas.


    Each victory helped Eevee and Growlithe grow stronger. They spent four days inside the dungeon, honing their skills and learning to work together more effectively.


    On the fifth day, as they walked through a clearing in the forest, they stumbled upon an unexpected sight.


    They saw a towering, brown creature with a tough exterior and a pale belly, standing strong and alert.


    A tiny baby peeked out from the pouch on its front, curious and sheltered. Despite its size, it carried a protective, nurturing air, as if guarding its little one was its sole purpose. (Kangaskhan)


    The Pokemon was standing in the middle of an open field inside the forest. Then it looked at them cautiously but didn¡¯t seem aggressive yet.


    As Kay spotted the Kangaskhan, he was excited. Encounters like this were rare in F-rank dungeons.


    Kangaskhan might not be extremely strong here, but as a final-stage evolution, it would undoubtedly hold a Power Stone.


    Though the value of a Power Stone from an F-rank Pokemon wasn''t high, it was still a far better reward than the usual crystals.


    Kay quickly scanned Kangaskhan¡¯s stats:


    Kangaskhan:


    Potential: White


    Stage: Steel


    After seeing its stats, Kay was confident that Eevee alone could take it down. However, he wanted Growlithe to gain experience as well, so he decided to let both Pokemons participate.


    ¡°Eevee, Bite! Growlithe, Helping Hand!¡± Kay instructed.


    Eevee darted forward, dark type energy gathered in its mouth as it attacked Kangaskhan on the chest.


    Boosted by Growlithe¡¯s Helping Hand, the attack landed hard, making Kangaskhan stagger.


    The large Pokemon retaliated with a Fire Punch, but Eevee was too quick, easily dodging the counter.


    Kay then decided to implement a strategy he had been practicing. Kay''s strategy was switching turns between attacking and supporting, one Pokemon attacked while the other one supported, and then they changed turns.


    "Now it¡¯s your turn, Growlithe. Use Double Kick! Eevee, Helping Hand!"


    Growlithe charged toward Kangaskhan, its legs glowing with energy. Seeing the incoming attack, Kangaskhan raised its massive arms to shield its face.


    ¡°Growlithe, don¡¯t attack from the front! Circle behind it!¡± Kay shouted.


    Growlithe quickly obeyed, running around to Kangaskhan¡¯s backside. Kay noticed something: Kangaskhan wasn¡¯t turning to defend.


    Instead, it began gathering Steel energy around its tail; it was preparing for an Iron Tail.


    ¡®It¡¯s underestimating Growlithe, it thinks it can endure the attack and counter, but it forgot Eevee¡¯s boost.¡¯


    Growlithe leaped up and delivered a powerful Double Kick to Kangaskhan¡¯s back.


    The impact sent the towering Pokemon crashing to the ground with a look of shock from Growlithe''s unexpected power preventing it from using the Iron Tail as it lost its balance.


    ¡°Eevee, finish it! Use Bite on its neck!¡±


    Eevee dashed forward and delivered a hard blow on Kangaskhan¡¯s neck, killing the big Pokemon instantly.


    The large Pokemon let out a groan before disintegrating into black ash. Left behind was a smaller creature; the baby Kangaskhan that had been hiding in its pouch.


    Kay stared at the small, trembling Pokemon. Its wide, innocent eyes looked up at him, filled with fear and confusion.


    Kay¡¯s voice was cold and devoid of emotion as he said, ¡°Growlithe, Double Kick.¡±


    Growlithe hesitated for a brief moment but then followed the command, landing a swift, fatal blow to the baby Kangaskhan. The small Pokemon let out a faint cry before collapsing.


    Though it was Kay who had given the order, something inside him stirred. A strange, uncomfortable feeling twitched in his heart, a pang of guilt, perhaps, or an unsettling realization of what he had just done. But he pushed it aside, convincing himself it was necessary.


    He knelt to collect the Power Stone left behind by the fallen Kangaskhan, slipping it into his bag. ¡°Let¡¯s move,¡±


    As Kay and his team prepared to leave the battlefield, Eevee let out a soft bark, catching his attention.


    Kay turned to look, and his eyes widened as he noticed Eevee¡¯s body glowing faintly. It was breaking through to the Superior Steel Stage.


    Realizing this was the moment he had been waiting for, Kay quickly placed his bag on the ground, opened it, and pulled out the Persian Stone he had bought for this exact occasion. He gently handed the stone to Eevee.


    The Power Stone in Eevee''s possession began to radiate a soft white energy, which flowed into Eevee¡¯s glowing body.


    Kay watched in awe as the process unfolded, marveling at the sight of Eevee growing stronger right before his eyes.


    The breakthrough procedure lasted only a few minutes. Once the glow faded, Eevee stood before him looking exactly the same.


    Kay smiled, knowing that breakthroughs didn¡¯t alter a Pokemon¡¯s appearance like evolutions did, but the transformation was significant nonetheless.


    He bent down and picked up the Power Stone. It had lost all its color and energy, becoming just a dull, ordinary stone.


    Kay threw it onto the floor and then pulled out his Pokedex to check Eevee¡¯s updated stats.


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 CH25: Eeveelutions

    Kay then pulled out his Pokedex to check Eevee¡¯s updated stats.


    Eevee:


    Potential: Orange


    Stage: Superior Steel


    Moveset: Tackle, Helping Hand, Wish, Bite, Sand Attack, Dig, Quick Attack, Double Team.


    The Potential hadn¡¯t gone up yet, but Kay was sure that Eevee was close to improving its potential. The next breakthrough would likely push it to a higher Potential tier.


    Kay glanced over at Growlithe, who was sitting nearby. He couldn¡¯t help but chuckle as he noticed Growlithe¡¯s sparkling eyes, staring at Eevee with admiration and excitement.


    ¡°You¡¯ll get your moment too, buddy,¡± Kay said, patting Growlithe¡¯s head.


    The trio continued their journey through the dungeon, exploring every corner. As they walked further, Kay and his Pokemons encountered a Pidgey.


    "Growlithe, this one is yours,".


    While Growlithe prepared for battle, Kay pulled out his Pokedex to check Pidgey¡¯s stats.


    However, instead of showing the stats, the Pokedex began blinking rapidly. Kay¡¯s heart skipped a beat as he realized what was happening; it was evolving to the next level!


    ¡®This is amazing,¡¯ Kay thought, thrilled at how quickly the Pokedex was progressing. It hadn¡¯t been long since it upgraded to its second level, and now it was already advancing further.


    The battle itself was swift. Growlithe lunged forward with impressive speed and used Ember then Double Kick, finishing the Pidgey in mere moments. Kay praised his Pokemon, giving it a quick pat on the head.


    Two more days passed in the dungeon as Eevee and Growlithe fought diligently against the likes of Meowths, Rattatas, and Pidgeys.


    Their teamwork improved with every encounter, and Kay felt proud of their progress.


    While they were battling a Meowth, a shimmering gate appeared nearby. Kay recognized it immediately; it signified the completion of the dungeon.


    ¡°Good job, both of you, Growlithe, back into the bag.¡± The loyal Pokemon obediently climbed into the bag to hide, ensuring they could leave the dungeon without attracting unnecessary attention.


    After exiting the gate, Kay went to the market to sell the spoils he had collected during his dungeon attack.


    This time, he earned 800 Pokedollars, a marked improvement compared to his earlier attacks.


    With his earnings in hand, Kay returned home. He spent the rest of the day with his family, enjoying a warm dinner and the comforting atmosphere of home.


    The next morning, when Kay woke up, he immediately checked his Pokedex. It was working normally again, but something new caught his eye.


    A notification popped up on the screen:


    "Congratulations! Your Pokedex has reached Level Three!¡±


    Excited, Kay began exploring the Pokedex to see what had changed after its evolution.


    He spent some time navigating through the menus, hoping to find new features. This book is hosted on another platform. Read the official version and support the author''s work.


    Curious, he decided to recheck Eevee¡¯s stats, just in case there were additional details:


    Eevee:


    Potential: Orange


    Stage: Superior Steel


    Moveset: Tackle (Proficient), Helping Hand (Elite), Wish (Expert), Bite (Proficient), Sand Attack (Proficient), Dig (Expert), Quick Attack (Expert), Double Team (Proficient)


    Kay noticed something new, the words in parentheses next to each move. He wondered what they meant and began searching for an explanation in the Pokedex.


    After pressing one of the words and pressing the help button, he found the answer.


    The words indicated move mastery levels, showing how skilled a Pokemon was at using each move. The levels were ranked from highest to lowest as follows:


    Modified, Mastered, Elite, Expert, Proficient, Novice.


    To test the feature further, Kay decided to check Growlithe¡¯s stats:


    Growlithe:


    Potential: Red


    Stage: Inferior Steel


    Moveset: Ember (Proficient), Double Kick (Proficient), Helping Hand (Novice)


    ¡°This feature is a game-changer, now I can plan my training better, follow the results of training, and focus on improving specific moves.¡±


    Kay sat on his bed, deep in thought. He was thinking that Eevee''s future evolution would define its strength and abilities.


    Starting from the next breakthrough, he needed to provide Eevee with Power Stones that matched the type of its chosen evolution.


    But which path should Eevee take?


    To decide, Kay began thinking about the features of each possible evolution of Eevee:


    Vaporeon is a Water-type Pokemon known for its high stamina and excellent resistance to fire attacks. Its body is built for both offense and defense in watery environments. Vaporeon can learn moves like Hydro Pump and Ice Beam, making it effective against Fire, Rock, and Ground types. Its ability to melt into water makes it a strategic choice for battles inside water.


    Jolteon is an Electric-type Pokemon with incredible speed. It is one of the fastest Eeveelutions, allowing it to strike first in most battles. Jolteon specializes in moves like Thunderbolt and Thunder Wave, making it effective against Water and Flying types. Its quick reactions and high special attack make it a solid choice for agile battles.


    Espeon is a Psychic-type Pokemon with high intelligence and special attack power. It can predict its opponent¡¯s moves, giving it an edge in battle. With moves like Psychic and Future Sight, Espeon excels at battling Poison and Fighting types. With its ability to use Teleport, it¡¯s a great choice for Kay to ensure his safety inside dungeons.


    Umbreon is a Dark-type Pokemon that is a defensive powerhouse. It has high endurance and can wear down opponents with moves like Toxic and Moonlight, which allow it to heal itself. Umbreon is especially effective against Psychic and Ghost-types, making it an excellent counter against tricky opponents.


    Glaceon is an Ice-type Pokemon that thrives in cold environments. Its moves like Ice Beam and Blizzard can freeze opponents and are effective against Flying, Dragon, and Grass types. While it may not be the fastest Eeveelution, its strong special attacks make it a formidable choice in icy terrains.


    Leafeon is a Grass-type Pokemon with great physical attack and defense stats. Its ability to absorb sunlight allows it to recover energy quickly. Also moves like Leaf Blade and Solar Beam make it effective against Water, Rock, and Ground-types. Leafeon is also an eco-friendly companion, purifying the air around it which could help inside Poison-type dungeons.


    Sylveon is a Fairy-type Pokemon known for its calming nature and high special defense. With moves like Moonblast and Draining Kiss, it is highly effective against Dark, Dragon, and Fighting types. Sylveon¡¯s soothing aura can also calm opponents, giving it a unique advantage against fierce opponents.


    Flareon is a Fire-type Pokemon known for its incredible physical attack power and fiery nature. Its body generates intense heat, allowing it to unleash powerful moves like Flamethrower and Fire Fang, which are highly effective against Grass, Bug, Ice, and Steel types. Flareon also has a fluffy, flame-resistant coat, giving it decent resistance to cold environments. While its speed may not be the highest among Eeveelutions, its raw power in close combat makes it a fearsome opponent.


    Kay thought hard about each Eeveelution¡¯s strengths and weaknesses. Every form offered something valuable, and he knew he couldn¡¯t go wrong with any choice.


    However, Kay realized that he already had Growlithe, a strong Fire-type Pokemon, so he decided to eliminate Flareon from the list. Other than that, he couldn¡¯t make a decision just yet.


    "I''ll leave this decision to the future, when the time comes, Eevee will let me know what it wants to become.¡±


    Kay sat at his desk and opened his laptop, eager to learn how evolution worked in this world, especially special evolutions that needed some special items or methods.


    He remembered how, in the games and series, Pokemons like Eevee needed special items like Fire Stones, Water Stones, or Thunder Stones to evolve into their various forms.


    Some even required unique conditions, such as specific times of day or particular locations.


    However, since arriving in this world, he hadn¡¯t seen anything resembling those items or methods.


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 CH26: Special evolutions

    Kay sat at his desk and opened his laptop, eager to learn how evolution worked in this world, especially special evolutions that needed some special items or methods.


    He remembered how, in the games and series, Pokemons like Eevee needed special items like Fire Stones, Water Stones, or Thunder Stones to evolve into their various forms.


    Some even required unique conditions, such as specific times of day or particular locations.


    However, since arriving in this world, he hadn''t seen anything resembling those items or methods.


    After spending hours searching online, Kay came across some information that left him completely shocked.


    The first thing that surprised him was the revelation that many special evolutions hadn''t even been discovered yet.


    Unlike the games and series from his old world, where Eevee had numerous evolutions, this world only recognized four: Flareon, Jolteon, Vaporeon, and Leafeon.


    No matter how much Kay searched all the research he found was announcing that Eevee had only four evolutions.


    It seemed like trainers here hadn''t yet unlocked the secrets behind other Eeveelutions.


    After searching more, Kay found a detailed description of how Eevee could evolve into a Vaporeon.


    He found that for this evolution to happen, Eevee needed to learn the move Rain Dance first.


    Then, it had to swim against the current of a strong river. Only by successfully completing this challenging task could Eevee evolve into a Vaporeon.


    Also, Eevee should at least reach the Intermediate Bronze Stage to attempt this evolution.


    Kay also discovered that other Pokemons with special evolutions required similarly unique conditions.


    For instance, some needed to reach a certain mastery level for some moves, go to certain places, or endure environmental challenges to trigger their evolution.


    However, from what Kay had read, the Pokemons that evolved through special evolutions were stronger than average.


    As Kay read on, he realized that these special conditions replaced the special items needed for this type of evolution in the series and games in his old world.


    Pokemons like Magmar and Electabuzz for example, which required special items or trade evolutions in the games, also needed unique conditions here.


    This discovery made Kay even more curious about the mysteries of evolution in this world and the potential secrets yet to be uncovered.


    Kay sat back in his chair, deep in thought. The information he had gathered sparked an idea that could exponentially increase his earnings.


    If he could discover a way to evolve Eevee into a form not yet known in this world, he could create a patent under his name and sell the method to trainers eager to evolve their Eevee in the same way. It sounded like a brilliant plan, but he knew it wouldn''t be easy.


    Determined to pursue this idea, Kay investigated the process further. He learned that the league had a system for registering such discoveries.Unauthorized duplication: this narrative has been taken without consent. Report sightings.


    To create a patent, the founder of the evolution method had to submit a detailed report to the league.


    The league would then verify the findings to ensure the method was safe and effective. Once approved, the league would grant the founder exclusive rights for four years.


    During this period, no one else could sell or share the method without the founder''s explicit permission.


    It was a system designed to protect innovation and reward those who brought new discoveries to the world.


    The more Kay thought about it, the more he realized the potential. If he could unlock a new evolution for Eevee, he could generate a steady income stream and gain recognition as a pioneering trainer.


    He already had an advantage over others as he knew all of Eevee''s possible evolutions from the games and series in his old world.


    While the exact methods might differ here, having a clear direction gave him a head start.


    Kay realized he needed a structured plan to make progress on his idea. He started by researching the known methods of Eevee''s evolution to identify any patterns or commonalities.


    His goal was to understand how Eevee''s evolution worked in this world and use that knowledge as a foundation for discovering a new one.


    One of the first methods he investigated was the evolution process for Flareon. According to his findings, an Eevee needed to learn the move Sunny Day before attempting to evolve into Flareon.


    Trainers would then have to travel to a mountain called Emberpeak. This mountain was said to have been conquered by Fire-type Pokemons after the disaster, and many legends surrounded its history.


    Stories spoke of a mythical Phoenix Pokemon that once visited the peak and left behind a sacred fire that burned eternally.


    Despite the passage of time, storms, and rain, the fire never went out, and it was believed to hold a mystical energy connected to Fire-type Pokemons.


    To complete the evolution, the trainer and their Eevee would climb to the peak of Emberpeak.


    Once there, Eevee had to perform a specific ritual; a dance around the sacred fire. If the dance was performed correctly and under the right conditions, the energy of the fire would flow into Eevee, triggering its evolution into Flareon.


    Eevee could dance around any fire to evolve but most trainers still chose to go to Emberpeak Mountain, which caused deaths yearly because of the huge number of Fire-type Pokemons on the road to the peak.


    The sacred fire at Emberpeak not only triggered evolution but also enhanced Flareon''s strength significantly because of the high quality of the fire energy in this sacred fire.


    This additional boost made the journey worthwhile for trainers seeking a stronger Flareon.


    Next, Kay researched the evolution of Jolteon. For Eevee to become Jolteon, it had to be exposed to a strong magnetic field.


    Trainers typically brought their Eevee to specific areas rich in electromagnetic energy.


    There, Eevee would train rigorously until it learned the move Charge. If Eevee already knew Charge before entering the magnetic field, it had to improve its mastery of the move to the next mastery level.


    Kay then looked into the evolution process for Leafeon. He found that the key was timing.


    Eevee had to be taken to a forest during the blooming season when the environment was teeming with grass-type energy.


    In this lush setting, Eevee would train until it learned the move Synthesis. The blooming season''s grass-type energy was believed to flow into Eevee during its training, allowing it to evolve into Leafeon.


    If Eevee had known Synthesis before, it should have improved its mastery level to the next level, just like Jolteon.


    Kay noticed several important common points after going through all the evolution conditions.


    In every Eevee evolution he researched, Eevee had to learn a status move that matched the type of its evolved form.


    For example, Eevee needed to learn Rain dance to evolve into Vaporeon, Sunny Day for Flareon, Charge for Jolteon, and Synthesis for Leafeon.


    This connection between status moves and evolution types was clear and consistent.


    Kay also observed that Eevee had to be exposed to powerful environmental energy during the evolution process.


    Whether it was the sacred fire at Emberpeak Mountain for Flareon, the magnetic fields for Jolteon, the strong river for Vaporeon, or the blooming forest for Leafeon, the environment played a critical role in triggering Eevee''s evolution.


    From these observations, Kay concluded that if he wanted to discover a new Eevee evolution, he would need to focus on these two key factors.


    First, he would have to train Eevee to learn a status move associated with the type of the desired evolution.


    Second, he would need to find an environment filled with energy matching that type.


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 CH27: Psychic Dungeon

    After all his thoughts and planning, Kay decided to set aside the idea of Eevee¡¯s evolution for another time.


    For now, he focused on finding a new dungeon to explore. After searching online for a while, he came across an F-rank dungeon containing Psychic-type energy as what Kay had read in the dungeon¡¯s report shared on the league¡¯s website.


    It seemed like a good choice for Eevee and Growlithe to gain more experience. With his next goal set, Kay prepared for bed, planning to head out early the next day.


    The following morning, Kay enjoyed a hearty breakfast before setting out. On his way to the dungeon, he stopped by the trade market to buy Pokeballs.


    He approached a vendor and requested two Pokeballs, one for Fire-type Pokemon and another for Normal-type Pokemon.


    The vendor handed him the Pokeballs, explaining that each Pokeball can change after the Pokemon¡¯s evolution to match the Pokemon¡¯s new typing. Kay paid 200 Pokedollars for the two Pokeballs, thankful for the affordable price.


    After leaving the market, Kay arrived at the dungeon¡¯s gate. Soldiers were stationed nearby, waiting for orders to give access to trainers.


    After a short wait, the soldiers granted the trainers access to the dungeon, and Kay stepped through the shimmering gate into the psychic-type dungeon.


    The sight before him was unlike anything he had ever seen. The dungeon was a surreal and otherworldly place where the boundaries of reality seemed to blur. The ground beneath his feet glowed faintly, pulsating like it was alive.


    Floating islands hovered in the air, connected by shimmering bridges made of energy. The sky swirled with shades of lavender and silver, with streaks of light darting across it, reflecting in pools of liquid light scattered across the landscape.


    Crystalline trees spiraled into weird shapes, each humming with a soft, eerie resonance.


    The air itself felt charged, pressing gently against Kay¡¯s thoughts as if it carried a faint, invisible pressure.


    As Kay entered the dungeon, he released Eevee from its Pokeball and allowed him to walk beside him. Together, they headed towards an area where no other trainers had ventured.


    Once they reached a secluded spot, far from prying eyes, Kay released Growlithe from its Pokeball as well. With both Pokemon by his side, he began exploring deeper into the dungeon.


    Not long after, they encountered a strange Pokemon. It had a rounded, stocky body with a yellow top that blended into brown legs, resembling a natural suit.


    Its half-closed, glowing eyes seemed to peer directly into one''s thoughts, and it moved slowly, almost hypnotically, as if it was drawing energy from the air around it.


    Kay recognized the Pokemon immediately; it was a Drowzee. Then Kay pulled out his Pokedex and checked its stats.


    Drowzee


    Potential: Yellow


    Stage: Intermediate Steel


    ¡°Go, Growlithe, this one is yours! Use Ember!¡± Kay commanded.


    Growlithe jumped forward and unleashed a burst of fiery Ember at the Drowzee.


    The attack hit, but the Drowzee didn¡¯t seem too fazed. Instead, it began making strange, deliberate movements with its fingers.


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened as he realized what was happening. ¡°Don¡¯t look at it!¡± he shouted urgently.


    Drowzee was using Hypnosis. Eevee reacted quickly, shutting its eyes to avoid the move, but Growlithe wasn¡¯t fast enough, so it fell asleep where it stood. This text was taken from Royal Road. Help the author by reading the original version there.


    ¡°Eevee, Bite!¡± Kay ordered urgently, worried that Drowzee might follow up with Dream Eater, a dangerous move for the sleeping Growlithe.


    Eevee sprang into action, leaping onto Drowzee and throwing it off balance. The Drowzee staggered, struggling to steady itself.


    Eevee didn¡¯t give it a chance, lunging at its chest with dark-type energy gathered around its teeth using Bite.


    Before Drowzee could recover, Eevee followed up with another Bite to its neck, finishing the battle and killing the psychic Pokemon.


    Kay quickly pulled out an Awakening item from his bag and used it on Growlithe. Within moments, Growlithe stirred awake, shaking off the effects of Hypnosis.


    Kay let out a breath of relief. ¡®That was close. I can¡¯t believe I forgot about Drowzee¡¯s signature move Hypnosis,¡¯ Kay thought.


    He looked at his two Pokemon, grateful for their quick responses, especially Eevee. ¡°Good work, Eevee. Growlithe, let¡¯s stay more alert from now on.¡±


    Kay continued his journey deeper into the dungeon, encountering many Psychic-type Pokemons like Abra, Drowzee, Slowpoke, and Exeggcute.


    Each battle ended with an easy victory, with Eevee and Growlithe steadily gaining experience. The farther Kay ventured, the stronger the Pokemon became.


    Kay eagerly pushed onward, determined to find a challenge that would truly test his team.


    After a period of going deeper Kay was now satisfied with the level of Pokemons he encountered.


    Eventually, just as Kay and his Pokemons killed a Slowpoke an Abra appeared in front of them, the Abra seemed different from the others; more powerful, almost radiating an intimidating aura. Kay then checked its stats using its Pokedex.


    Abra


    Potential: Orange


    Stage: Inferior Bronze


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened in disbelief. A Bronze Stage Pokemon in an F-rank dungeon? It was an incredibly rare occurrence.


    While it wasn¡¯t impossible to encounter Bronze Stage Pokemon in these lower-ranked dungeons, the chances were extremely slim.


    For a moment, Kay felt nervous. This was his first time facing a Bronze Stage Pokemon alone, excluding his encounter with the Arcanine.


    But even with his confidence in Eevee, he knew this would be a very hard fight.


    Kay calculated the odds. Eevee was at the Superior Steel Stage, but the gap between the Steel and Bronze Stages was significant.


    Even the gap between two successive substages was big, and Abra and Eevee were from different stages, making the difference even more daunting.


    ¡°Eevee, get ready. You¡¯ll be taking this one on,¡± Kay said firmly. He then turned to Growlithe, who was standing by his side.


    ¡°Growlithe, stay close to me. If Abra tries to attack me directly, I¡¯ll need you to protect me. Also, support Eevee with Helping Hand from here.¡±


    ¡°Graaaw...¡± Growlithe barked in understanding, his eyes fixed on Abra.


    Kay positioned himself at a safe distance, just close enough for Helping Hand to reach Eevee.


    "Growlithe, keep using Helping Hand on Eevee!" Kay commanded. "Eevee, use Quick Attack!"


    Eevee shot forward in a zigzag pattern, accelerating toward Abra, who floated gracefully in midair.


    Just as Eevee closed the distance and leaped to strike, Abra vanished, using Teleport to dodge the attack.


    Abra reappeared behind Eevee and used Confusion, sending Eevee tumbling forward.


    Kay clenched his fists. He knew Abra''s symbolic move, Teleport, would make this fight incredibly challenging.


    Using Dig wouldn¡¯t help, as Abra''s psychic abilities could easily locate Eevee underground. Kay needed a new strategy.


    ¡°Eevee, use Sand Attack, then follow up with Bite!¡± he called.


    Eevee kicked up a cloud of sand toward Abra, but the clever Psychic-type teleported away again.


    Kay gritted his teeth, racking his brain for a way to outmaneuver Abra¡¯s constant Teleportation. Suddenly, an idea struck him.


    ¡°Eevee, use Quick Attack again, but this time, if Abra teleports behind you, use Sand Attack before it can strike!¡± Kay instructed,


    Eevee followed the plan, dashing forward with Quick Attack. As expected, Abra teleported behind Eevee, but this time, Eevee was ready.


    It kicked up a flurry of sand instantly into Abra¡¯s face. While Abra was distracted, Eevee turned, lunged forward, and hit Abra with Bite.


    The attack was devastating. Abra¡¯s weak defense and low HP made it vulnerable, and Bite, a Dark-type move, was super effective against the Psychic-type Abra.


    With Growlithe supporting Eevee using Helping Hand, the attack''s power was amplified even further.


    ¡°Eevee, one more time!¡±.


    Eevee prepared to repeat the tactic, charging in with Quick Attack. This time, Abra used Reflect to decrease Eevee¡¯s physical attack damages before attempting to approach it directly.


    When Eevee saw the barrier made by Abra it hesitated momentarily, unsure of what to do.


    ¡°Don¡¯t stop! Continue the attack!¡± Kay yelled.


    Eevee obeyed, landing a Quick Attack on Abra. However, Abra retaliated quickly, using Confusion again.


    Before Eevee could recover, Abra teleported behind it and unleashed another Confusion.


    Kay¡¯s heart sank as he noticed Eevee stumbling, its movements erratic. ¡®Eevee is confused,¡¯ he realized.


    ¡°Eevee, stop moving and just listen to me!¡± Kay shouted, trying to regain control. ¡°Use Dig and stay underground until I tell you to come out!¡±


    But before Eevee could follow the command, Abra teleported behind it once more and used Psychic.


    The powerful move hit Eevee directly, and with Abra¡¯s high Special Attack, it was too much for Eevee to endure. Eevee collapsed to the ground, fainting instantly.


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 CH28: Lucian Blackthorn

    As Eevee fainted, Kay noticed Abra staring intently at him. Without warning, Abra teleported directly in front of them, its eyes fixed on Kay.


    ¡°Growlithe, attack!¡± Kay shouted. Growlithe sprang forward, letting out a fierce growl before unleashing an Ember at Abra.


    The fiery attack shot through the air, but Abra easily dodged, its movements smooth and effortless.


    In response, Abra raised its hand and sent a powerful Confusion into Growlithe. The attack struck with incredible force, and Growlithe collapsed instantly, fainting in a single blow.


    Kay¡¯s heart pounded as he took a step back. Abra began floating toward him, its gaze unbroken.


    Slowly, it stopped right in front of Kay, its hands raised, palms facing Kay''s face.


    Kay stumbled back, his foot catching on a rock, and he fell hard to the ground. He scrambled to sit up, his breathing ragged, as Abra hovered over him.


    Kay¡¯s mind raced. His mother¡¯s words echoed in his head: ¡®Don¡¯t take unnecessary risks, Kay. Stay safe.¡¯


    He thought of his family and how much he wanted to see them again. As Psychic energy swirled around Abra''s hands, Kay braced himself for the inevitable.


    But just as Abra was about to release the attack, a dark swirling wave erupted out of nowhere, cutting through the air and striking Abra.


    The wave pulsed with an eerie, shadowy glow, hitting Abra with such force that the Psychic-type was thrown backward. It landed on the ground with a lifeless thud, unmoving.


    Kay blinked, his mind struggling to process what had just happened. He turned his head slowly to see where this Dark Pulse had come from.


    A tall, lean man stood a few paces away. He was impeccably dressed in a sharp black suit paired with a crisp white shirt and a dark tie. A long, flowing coat hung over his shoulders, giving him an air of authority and mystery.


    Beside the man stood a sleek, feline-like Pokemon. Its fur was dark, midnight blue, almost blending into the shadows.


    A bright red crest crowned its head, matching the feathery collar around its neck and the sharp tail that flicked behind it.


    The Pokemon stood with a poised and confident stance, its sharp claws gleaming faintly under the surreal dungeon light. (A Weavile)


    The man¡¯s eyes met Kay¡¯s, calm and unreadable. He gestured slightly, and the Weavile lowered its stance, its fierce gaze still fixed on Abra¡¯s lifeless form.


    ¡°Who¡­ who are you?¡± Kay asked, his voice shaking as he tried to steady himself.


    The man¡¯s gaze remained calm and steady as he spoke. ¡°Do you really think you have time to ask me questions? Shouldn¡¯t you check on your Pokemons first?¡±


    Kay froze for a moment, realizing how careless he had been. Without another word, he dashed toward Eevee, who had just started to stir.


    Eevee¡¯s eyes opened weakly, and although it was clearly exhausted, its expression was heavy with sadness. Kay could see the guilt in Eevee¡¯s eyes; it was upset that it had failed to protect his trainer. If you discover this narrative on Amazon, be aware that it has been stolen. Please report the violation.


    ¡°It¡¯s okay, Eevee,¡± Kay said softly, crouching down beside it. He pulled a potion from his bag and gently applied it to Eevee¡¯s wounds. ¡°You did your best, and I¡¯m proud of you.¡±


    As the potion took effect, Kay whispered, ¡°Use Wish, Eevee. It¡¯ll help you recover faster.¡± Eevee nodded and used the move.


    Kay then hurried over to Growlithe, who was still unconscious. Lifting the small Fire-type onto his lap, he applied another potion to its wounds.


    Growlithe stirred slightly, its breathing steadying as the potion worked on it.


    Throughout all of this, the mysterious man stood silently, watching with an air of calm detachment.


    Kay couldn¡¯t help but feel the weight of his gaze, but he focused on ensuring his Pokemons were safe.


    Once he was sure neither of them was in immediate danger, Kay stood and turned to face the man.


    ¡°Thank you?¡±.


    The man raised an eyebrow and smirked faintly. ¡°Do you know why I saved you?¡±


    Kay shook his head, signaling that he didn¡¯t.


    ¡°I saw potential in you, first, you have two Pokemons despite your young age which is very rare. And your Eevee is very strong. Its condition and moves show you¡¯ve trained it well and cared for it properly.¡±


    Kay listened but didn¡¯t feel convinced. The man¡¯s reasoning didn¡¯t fully add up. There had to be more than that.


    Why would someone as strong as him, with a Weavile that could easily handle even higher-ranked dungeons, bother with someone like Kay? And what is he doing in an F-rank dungeon?


    The man¡¯s sharp gaze lingered on Kay¡¯s face, and then he smirked. ¡°You¡¯re wondering what I¡¯m doing in an F-rank dungeon, aren¡¯t you?¡±


    Kay blinked, startled. How had he known?


    ¡°Relax,¡± the man said, his tone almost amused. ¡°I didn¡¯t read your mind or anything like that. It¡¯s written all over your face, you weren¡¯t convinced by the reason I gave you.¡±


    The man adjusted his coat and continued. ¡°I¡¯ll tell you a bit. My name is Lucian Blackthorn, and I work as a scout for an organization. That¡¯s all I can say for now.¡±


    Kay narrowed his eyes slightly. The name sounded polished, too perfect, and Kay instinctively felt it wasn¡¯t real.


    But he didn¡¯t press the matter. This man had just saved his life, and questioning him too much is inappropriate.


    Then Lucian continued. ¡°As for your question about why I¡¯m in an F-rank dungeon, the answer is simple. I¡¯m scouting talented F-rank trainers for the organization I work for.¡±


    ¡°Scouting trainers?¡± Asked Kay.


    Lucian nodded with a faint smirk. ¡°Precisely. And, as it happens, I want to invite you to a tournament organized by my organization. In this tournament, trainers of the same rank face each other, battling to claim first place. The prizes are... exceptionally valuable.¡±


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened in surprise. A tournament? Like the ones he remembered from the Pokemon series and games in his old world? He hadn¡¯t realized such events existed here.


    ¡°Is it... legal?¡± Kay asked hesitantly, his suspicion growing. He couldn¡¯t imagine the league allowing such competitions, especially since Pokemons could die in these battles.


    Kay was sure that the league would not hesitate to organize such events, but they could not do it because they were afraid for their reputation.


    Many people die every day due to dungeon-related incidents, so the league couldn¡¯t organize events that could reduce humanity¡¯s strength even more.


    Lucian chuckled when he heard Kay¡¯s question. ¡°No, it¡¯s not legal. But the people behind this tournament are... influential. The league doesn¡¯t dare to interfere. They turn a blind eye.¡±


    Kay¡¯s mind raced. This tournament sounded dangerous, but the prospect of earning valuable rewards was tempting.


    He faced death inside dungeons two times until now because of his weakness, so he had to become stronger rapidly and to do that he needs money. So, this could be an opportunity to win money and to improve his Pokemons¡¯ strength.


    Lucian reached into his coat pocket and pulled out a sleek black card. ¡°Here,¡± he said, handing it to Kay. ¡°This has my contact information. Call me if you¡¯re interested. Remember, the prizes are no joke, a massive sum of money and a rare, valuable item for the winner. Think about it.¡±


    Kay took the card hesitantly, feeling its smooth surface in his hand. He nodded slowly, not fully committing but unwilling to dismiss the opportunity outright.


    Lucian gave him one last nod, his piercing gaze locking with Kay¡¯s. ¡°You¡¯ve got potential, Kay. Don¡¯t waste it.¡±


    Without another word, Lucian turned and walked away, his Weavile following closely at his side.


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 CH29: Training plan

    After Lucian left, Kay continued his journey inside the dungeon. However, this time, he didn¡¯t dare go deeper.


    The memory of the strong Abra and the danger he had barely escaped still lingered in his mind.


    Despite trying to focus on the battles ahead, Kay couldn¡¯t stop thinking about the tournament.


    He was filled with the thought of winning a large sum of money and being able to buy the best materials and training resources for Eevee and Growlithe.


    It was an obsession now; a way to secure a better future for him and his Pokemons.


    Kay pushed through the dungeon, battling more Psychic-type Pokemon like Slowpoke, Drowzee, and Exeggcute.


    After a while, a glowing gate appeared in front of him, signaling the dungeon''s exit.


    Kay decided it was enough for the day and stepped through the gate, emerging back into his city.


    He made his way to the market and sold the crystals he had collected during his dungeon attack.


    This time, he earned 400 Pokedollars. For most people, this amount was excellent for a day¡¯s work.


    However, Kay knew it wasn¡¯t enough for a trainer. Items, potions, and resources for Pokemons were incredibly expensive. This was why Lucian¡¯s offer kept creeping back into his thoughts.


    After finishing, Kay returned home and spent the rest of the day with his family. Sitting among them comforted him.


    As the family watched the news together, the dungeon update section began. Since the dungeon disaster, every news episode has ended with a segment dedicated to dungeon reports.


    Kay listened as the news anchor reported a tragic event: ¡°Today, in a C-rank dungeon, four C-rank trainers lost their lives. The dangers of dungeons remain ever-present, and we urge all trainers to exercise extreme caution.¡±


    Kay¡¯s mother, Reina, turned to him with concern in her eyes. ¡°That¡¯s why I¡¯m always worried about you, Kay. Please, be cautious and don¡¯t take unnecessary risks.¡±


    Hearing her words, Kay felt a pang of guilt. He remembered the strong Abra from earlier and how close he had come to dying. He also thought of Lucian and the mysterious opportunity he had been given.


    Kay didn¡¯t want to alarm his family, so he chose not to tell them about his close call in the dungeon.


    Instead, he forced a reassuring smile and said, ¡°Don¡¯t worry, Mom. You know I won¡¯t take unnecessary risks. I always keep your advice in mind.¡±


    But deep down, Kay had already made his decision. He would participate in the tournament. For sure it wouldn¡¯t be more dangerous than dungeons.


    The danger of the dungeons and the constant worry he caused his family made him realize that he needed to take a different path.


    If he could win, he would earn enough money to strengthen Eevee and Growlithe, making his dungeon attacks safer and more efficient.


    That night, as Kay lay in bed, he stared at the black card Lucian had given him. His heart raced with a mix of fear and excitement.


    He clenched the card tightly and made a promise to himself: he would do whatever it took to protect his family and become a stronger trainer. Even if it meant stepping into the shadows of an illegal tournament.


    The next morning, Kay woke up early, feeling both anxious and determined. After finishing his breakfast, he pulled out the black card Lucian had given him from his pocket and returned to his room.


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    The card felt heavier than it should, carrying the weight of the decision he was about to make.


    Kay sat on his bed, took a deep breath, and grabbed his phone. Slowly, he began typing the white numbers printed on the sleek, black card. His fingers hesitated for a moment before pressing the call button.


    ¡°Piiiip¡­ piiip¡­ piiip¡­¡± The phone rang a few times before someone answered. On the other end, Kay recognized the same cold voice he had heard inside the dungeon.


    ¡°Do you want to participate in the tournament? If yes, state your name and rank,¡±.


    Kay was caught off guard by how direct the question was. He paused for a moment, his mind racing. After a few seconds of hesitation, Kay answered, ¡°Kay Marik. F-rank Trainer.¡±


    There was a brief silence before Lucian responded. ¡°After a week, wait near the bridge on the borders of the city,¡± the voice said. Then, the call abruptly ended.


    Kay stared at his phone, the call screen now blank. There was no turning back now. He had officially entered the tournament.


    As he sat there, Kay¡¯s thoughts began to shift. If the tournament was truly restricted to trainers of the same rank, he believed he had a good chance of winning.


    Lucian¡¯s words echoed in his mind, ¡®You have some potential,¡¯ That had to mean something.


    Kay knew that having two Pokemons was rare for an F-rank trainer. Most trainers at his level only had one Pokemon due to the low possibility of bonding successfully with a Pokemon as a new trainer.


    In a tournament like this, Kay might even be the only one with two Pokemons, giving him a significant advantage.


    However, Kay also understood that skill and strategy matter more than numbers.


    His opponents would likely have well-trained Pokemons, and some of them might have some unique tactics. If he wanted to win, he needed to make every moment count.


    Kay decided that for the rest of the week, he wouldn¡¯t attack any dungeons. Instead, he would dedicate his time to training Eevee and Growlithe.


    Kay sat at his desk, a notebook and pen in hand, as he began to plan the week¡¯s training.


    He started with Eevee¡¯s training. The first priority was to improve Eevee¡¯s mastery of Double Team and Bite, raising both from Proficient to Expert.


    Double Team would make Eevee harder to hit, and Bite was a powerful attack, that could cause opponents to flinch.


    Next, Kay decided Eevee needed to learn some new moves. He chose Toxic, a status move that could slowly harm opponents in long battles, and Swift, a reliable attack that never missed.


    For Kay, Eevee should improve Toxic to at least Proficient level so it could have an effect on opponents'' Pokemons.


    Toxic would give Eevee a strategic edge in tough fights, while Swift would be invaluable against opponents who relied on evasion or teleportation. Alongside this, Eevee¡¯s speed needed more attention.


    Kay planned to include agility drills and quick attack practices, pushing Eevee¡¯s pace to a new level and solidifying its role as a fast and evasive fighter.


    Once Eevee¡¯s plan was set, Kay moved on to Growlithe. Kay wanted to add more versatility to its skillset.


    He decided that Growlithe would work on improving its mastery of Ember and Double Kick, raising them both to Expert.


    A strong Ember would give Growlithe an advantage against types weak against fire, while an improved Double Kick would provide an extra option in close combat.


    Kay also planned for Growlithe to learn two new moves: Sunny Day and Double Team. Sunny Day would enhance Growlithe¡¯s fire-type abilities by strengthening Ember and creating opportunities for new strategies.


    Kay hoped that Growlithe could improve Sunny Day¡¯s mastery to Proficient by the end of the week.


    Double Team, like with Eevee, would increase Growlithe¡¯s ability to dodge attacks, making it a harder target for opponents to hit.


    After finishing the detailed training plan for the week, Kay called Eevee and Growlithe to gather around him.


    Both Pokemons quickly came to his side, their eyes curious and attentive as they waited for him to speak. Kay knelt down to meet them at eye level, holding his notebook in hand.


    ¡°Eevee, Growlithe, I¡¯ve made a training plan for us to follow this week. We¡¯re going to focus on making you stronger. Eevee, you¡¯ll be working on Double Team, Bite, and some new moves like Toxic and Swift. Growlithe, you¡¯ll be improving Ember and Double Kick, and you¡¯ll also learn Sunny Day and Double Team.¡±


    Both Pokemon listened closely, nodding as he spoke. When Kay saw that, he placed a hand on Eevee¡¯s head and the other on Growlithe¡¯s fur.


    ¡°This week, we won¡¯t be attacking any dungeons, instead, we¡¯re going to prepare for something even bigger.¡±


    Eevee tilted its head, and Growlithe let out a soft bark of curiosity. Kay smiled and continued, ¡°We¡¯re going to participate in a tournament. It¡¯s something Lucian; the man who saved us inside the dungeon yesterday told me about. If we win, the prize money and rewards will help us a lot. But it¡¯s going to be hard, so we need to give this training everything we¡¯ve got.¡±


    Kay then spent a few more moments explaining the details of the plan, making sure both Eevee and Growlithe understood what they would be working on.


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 CH30: Training plan 2

    The improvement in a move¡¯s mastery wasn¡¯t just about increasing its power.


    Sometimes, it reduces the time needed to use the move or raises the chances of the move affecting the opponent successfully.


    Mastery also brought unexpected benefits, such as new creative ways to use the move or discovering hidden techniques. There were countless possibilities.


    Kay wanted to explain to his Pokemons what they should do in their training.


    He started with Eevee. ¡°We¡¯ll focus on Double Team first, right now, you can create three copies, right? Let¡¯s push that to four. We¡¯ll take it slow, one step at a time. Don¡¯t rush, just try to form one more copy.¡± Eevee nodded confidently, ready to take on the challenge.


    Next, Kay moved on to Toxic. ¡°Once you work on Double Team for three hours, we¡¯ll switch to learning Toxic,¡±.


    Toxic was a tricky move, and it would be a game-changer for long battles. ¡°We¡¯ll repeat the same routine; three hours for Double Team, a break, then three hours for Toxic. Deal?¡±


    Kay then turned his attention to Growlithe. ¡°Alright, buddy, you¡¯ll work on Ember,¡± he said, placing some targets at a distance.


    ¡°The goal is to hit these targets with better accuracy. If you reach this level, your mastery will improve for sure. But before working on Ember, you should try to learn Double Team for the first three hours and then switch to Ember training. Double Team training will be a bit tough at first, but you can watch Eevee and ask for help if you need it.¡±


    Growlithe barked in acknowledgment. Kay had planned Growlithe¡¯s schedule differently, with Double Team as the focus for the first three hours of the day, followed by a break and then working on Ember for the next three hours.


    Kay thought this was a good idea because both Pokemons would train on Double Team at the same time.


    This way, Growlithe could learn from Eevee¡¯s progress, whether by asking questions or observing.


    The two Pokemons followed Kay¡¯s training plan with full dedication and began their exercises.


    Kay stayed nearby, carefully observing their progress and stepping in only when he noticed they were struggling.


    He would give them small tips and encouragement, ensuring they stayed motivated while learning.


    By the end of the day, Kay was satisfied with the results. Eevee had made remarkable progress with Double Team, managing to create two additional copies.


    Now, it could summon five copies instead of three, a significant improvement in its mastery. When it came to Toxic, Eevee had almost nailed the move.


    Kay could tell it was just a few more training sessions away from learning the move.


    Growlithe, on the other hand, showed impressive improvements in its accuracy with Ember.


    Kay had set up ten targets earlier in the day, and by evening, Growlithe was hitting eight out of ten consistently, so he had an 80% success rate.


    This was a noticeable improvement, and Kay praised Growlithe for its efforts. As for Double Team, Growlithe surprised Kay even further.


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    By the end of the session, it had managed to create a copy of itself. When Kay checked the Pokedex, it confirmed that Growlithe had learned Double Team at the Novice level.


    Kay was thrilled but also puzzled. Why had Growlithe managed to learn Double Team so quickly while Eevee, took longer time when it was training on this move?


    After thinking about it for a while, Kay came up with two possible reasons. The first was Growlithe¡¯s higher potential; its red potential might have given it an edge in learning new moves.


    The second reason could be that Growlithe had been observing Eevee¡¯s training closely, and that visual learning had helped it understand the move more easily. And maybe it was the combination of these two reasons.


    Regardless of the reasons, Kay felt proud of his Pokemons for their hard work. He crouched down and gave them each a gentle pat. ¡°You both did amazing today,¡±


    ¡°Eevwe...¡±, ¡°Graaaw...¡± The two Pokemons barked happily.


    The next morning, Kay and his Pokemons returned to the training field. Growlithe started by training on Double Team, after it succeeded in creating one copy yesterday it was now trying to create an additional copy.


    After many attempts where the copy just held for a little bit and then vanished, Growlithe finally succeeded in creating the second copy.


    Satisfied, Growlithe then shifted to learning Sunny Day. Growlithe began gathering Fire-type energy and then released it to the sky, but almost no result was shown.


    The sunlight wavered but didn¡¯t brighten fully. ¡°Almost,¡± Kay said, tossing him a berry.


    Nearby, Eevee was practicing Double Team trying to increase the number of copies it could create.


    Moments later, it passed to train on Toxic, Kay had told Eevee yesterday that it was near learning Toxic, so it needed to learn it today.


    After some moments of training, Kay decided that his Pokemons should pass to the next step, so he called Eevee, ¡°Hey! Eevee, it¡¯s time to work on Bite, we need to work on your accuracy and timing.¡±


    Kay said while pulling out a stack of bright orange flying discs from his bag. ¡°I¡¯ll throw these, and you¡¯ll jump and bite them midair. Ready?¡±


    Eevee¡¯s ears perked up, its tail wagging. Kay tossed the first disc sideways. Eevee leaped, jaws snapping, but missed as the disc spun past her.


    Growlithe barked a laugh from the sidelines. ¡°Focus on the center,¡± Kay advised, throwing another. This time, Eevee¡¯s teeth grazed the edge, knocking it off course.


    By the fifth throw, it had adjusted its jump and timed it perfectly. ¡®Crunch!¡¯ Its bite shattered the disc into splinters.


    ¡°That¡¯s it! Faster now!¡± He hurled two discs at once. Eevee darted left, snatching one, then pivoted midair to clamp down on the second.


    Kay crouched beside Growlithe and spoke. ¡°Growlithe, your Double Kick is strong, but if we want to push it to the next mastery level, you need to focus on speed, especially with your rear legs.¡±


    Kay straightened and gestured toward a nearby tree, where a cluster of fallen leaves danced lightly in the breeze.


    ¡°Here¡¯s the plan. Those leaves will be your targets. I want you to use Double Kick and try to hit them before they touch the ground. Don¡¯t worry about power for now, speed is what we¡¯re after.¡±


    The Pokemon nodded with determination, bounding toward the tree. With a quick shift into position, it began its training.


    After Growlithe began the training Kay noticed that it was frustrated, it seemed that it thought that it was a simple task to hit the leaves but it found it very hard.


    Growlithe was hitting just a few numbers of leaves which disappointed it, so Kay tried to encourage him, ¡°Good start, but you need to be more accurate. Watch the movement of the leaves. Anticipate where they¡¯ll fall and strike before they get there.¡±


    The next day, Kay woke up early, eager to help his Pokemons learn new moves. He had spent the night preparing videos that would show Eevee and Growlithe exactly how the moves should look when performed correctly.


    He believed this would give them a clear idea of what to aim for during training.


    Kay called both Pokemons over and placed the small screen in front of them. ¡°Alright, Eevee, this one¡¯s for you,¡± he said, selecting a video of a Jolteon using Swift.


    The video showed Jolteon leaping into the air, releasing a flurry of glowing stars that shot toward the target with incredible precision.


    Eevee¡¯s large ears perked up as it watched, its round eyes glued to the screen.


    ¡°And Growlithe, this is for you.¡± He tapped on another video, this one featuring a majestic Arcanine performing Sunny Day.


    In the clip, Arcanine let out a powerful roar, and suddenly the entire area lit up, the sunlight intensifying as if responding to its command.


    Growlithe tilted its head, watching intently as if studying every detail of the move.


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 CH31: Waiting near the bridge

    Five days later, at the end of the week, Kay stood in the training field with Eevee and Growlithe, proudly smiling.


    He couldn¡¯t help but feel impressed by how much progress his Pokemons had made in such a short time. Their hard work and dedication had really paid off.


    Eevee was the first to catch Kay¡¯s attention. It had managed to bring two of its moves; Double Team and Bite to Expert mastery.


    Watching Eevee use these moves now was incredible. Its Double Team had become so smooth and quick that keeping track of the real Eevee among the copies became very hard. Bite, on the other hand, had become faster and more powerful.


    But that wasn¡¯t all. Eevee had also made unexpected progress with other moves. Kay had planned for Eevee to focus on improving Toxic to Proficient mastery, which it successfully did.


    What surprised Kay the most, however, was that Eevee had also improved Swift to Proficient mastery.


    The stars it released were now faster, and more accurate, making the move much more effective in battle.


    And then there was Eevee¡¯s speed. After days of intense training, its movements had become significantly faster.


    Kay felt proud knowing that this improvement would make Eevee an even stronger competitor in battles to come.


    Growlithe had also made huge strides. Its Ember attack had reached Expert mastery, with the small bursts of fire now burning hotter and more intensely than ever.


    Double Kick had also improved to Expert mastery, with each kick becoming faster and more precise.


    Kay remembered how much effort Growlithe had put into its Double Kick training, and seeing the results now was incredibly rewarding.


    Not only that, but Growlithe also improved Sunny Day and Double Team to proficient mastery.


    Sunny Day was now much more reliable, with Growlithe able to brighten the sky and enhance its fire-type moves in just seconds.


    Its Double Team, though not as advanced as Eevee¡¯s, was still impressive, creating convincing copies that could confuse even strong opponents.


    The time for the meeting to head to the tournament had finally arrived. Kay stood in his small room, packing the last of his belongings into his bag.


    He made sure to include everything he thought he might need because it was clear he would be away from home for several days, or even more.


    His Pokemons would need to be ready for anything, so he double-checked that his Pokeballs, potions, and snacks for Eevee and Growlithe were safely packed.


    Before leaving, Kay glanced at Growlithe, who stood eagerly by his side. ¡°Time to get going,¡± he said, holding up the Pokeball and calling Growlithe back inside with a flash of light.


    "Stay there until we arrive, buddy. We don¡¯t need any unneeded attention, also you¡¯ll be our winning card, so you should keep hiding.¡±


    With his bag slung over his shoulder, Kay headed to the living room, where his family was waiting to see him off.


    He had already told them he would travel for a few days, but he had not told them about the tournament.


    His mother looked worried, but she still smiled and hugged him tightly. ¡°Take care of yourself, Kay. Don¡¯t forget to eat properly,¡±


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    ¡°I will, Mom,¡± Kay replied, stepping back. ¡°I¡¯ll only be gone for a few days. There¡¯s something important I need to do in another city, but I¡¯ll be back soon.¡±


    After saying goodbye, Kay stepped out of the house with Eevee trotting at his heels.


    The two began walking toward the city¡¯s borders, where Kay was supposed to meet the tournament organizers.


    The sun was high in the sky, casting warm light over the streets as they passed by familiar buildings and shops.


    For the first few minutes, the walk was quiet, with Eevee occasionally glancing up at Kay as if to check that they were on the right path.


    After about half an hour of walking, something large began to appear in the distance.


    It was a massive bridge stretching far across a wide river, its towering structure visible even from afar.


    Kay stopped for a moment to look at this bridge. It was his destination. It marked the meeting point where the tournament organizers would meet him.


    He couldn¡¯t help but wonder what awaited him in this tournament; new challenges, powerful trainers, and maybe new and strong Pokemons.


    After walking for a few more minutes, Kay and Eevee finally arrived at the massive bridge. It stretched across the wide river, towering over the landscape with its impressive structure.


    As Kay arrived at the spot near the bridge, he couldn¡¯t help but feel a little uneasy. He didn¡¯t know exactly when he was supposed to meet the tournament organizers.


    Earlier in the day, he had tried to call the phone number provided to him, but the number wasn¡¯t working anymore. That had left him with a nagging doubt.


    The only thing that gave him the confidence to come here was the card he had received from Lucian.


    Lucian was a very strong trainer. Kay didn¡¯t believe someone like Lucian would lie or trick him, so he chose to trust the card and show up at the bridge as planned.


    When Kay arrived at the meeting spot, he pulled out his phone one more time and tried calling the number again.


    He waited for the phone to ring, but just like before, there was no response. The number seemed completely disconnected.


    Kay sighed and lowered his phone. ¡®Well, I guess I¡¯ll just have to wait and see,¡¯.


    He looked around, hoping to spot someone else nearby, but the area was mostly empty except for the occasional car passing by.


    ¡®If nobody shows up by the end of the day, I¡¯ll just go back home.¡¯ He had already come up with an excuse to tell his family: he would simply say that he decided to postpone his trip for another day.


    With nothing else to do, Kay sat down near the bridge and pulled out his Pokedex. Since he had time to kill, he decided to check on his Pokemons¡¯ stats.


    He started with Eevee, who sat next to him, its ears twitching as it watched Kay open the Pokedex.


    ¡°Let¡¯s see how you¡¯re doing, Eevee,¡± Kay said with a smile as the screen displayed Eevee¡¯s stats:


    Eevee:


    Potential: Orange


    Stage: Superior Steel


    Moveset:


    Tackle (Proficient)


    Helping Hand (Elite)


    Wish (Expert)


    Bite (Expert)


    Sand Attack (Proficient)


    Dig (Expert)


    Quick Attack (Expert)


    Double Team (Expert)


    Swift (Proficient)


    Toxic (Proficient)


    Kay grinned as he read through the stats. ¡°You¡¯re looking stronger now, Eevee. All that training is definitely paying off.¡±


    ¡°Eevwee...¡± Eevee let out a happy bark, wagging its tail proudly.


    Next, Kay decided to check Growlithe¡¯s stats. He didn¡¯t need to call Growlithe out of its Pokeball, as the Pokedex allowed him to view all his Pokemons¡¯ stats directly. With a few taps, the screen displayed Growlithe¡¯s information:


    Growlithe:


    Potential: Red


    Stage: Inferior Steel


    Moveset:


    Ember (Expert)


    Double Kick (Expert)


    Helping Hand (Novice)


    Sunny Day (Proficient)


    Double Team (Proficient)


    Kay kept waiting by the bridge, his patience being tested as the hours dragged on. By now, he had been standing there for nearly ten hours, and the bright daylight had faded into the dark of night.


    The silence around the bridge was unsettling, broken only by the occasional chirp of crickets and the distant sound of flowing water from the river below.


    Time seemed to crawl for Kay. He had nothing to do but wait, and as the hours passed, doubt began creeping into his mind.


    ¡®Maybe I was wrong to come here,¡¯. The number he had tried calling earlier was still disconnected, and there was no sign of anyone arriving.


    It was almost midnight now, and Kay had started to give up hope. He glanced at his watch, seeing the minutes tick closer to 12:00.


    ¡°If nobody shows up by midnight, I¡¯m leaving,¡± he muttered to himself, trying to convince himself that heading home was the smart choice.


    At 11:58, Kay began gathering his belongings, preparing to leave. He slung his bag over his shoulder and called Eevee to his side.


    Just as he was about to take his first step back home, something unexpected happened.


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 CH32: Tentacruel tournament

    It was almost midnight now, and Kay had started to give up hope. He glanced at his watch, seeing the minutes tick closer to 00:00. ''If nobody shows up by midnight, I¡¯m leaving,''.


    At 23:58, Kay began gathering his belongings, preparing to leave. He slung his bag over his shoulder and called Eevee to his side.


    Just as he was about to take his first step back home, something unexpected happened.


    At exactly 23:59, the low hum of an approaching vehicle reached Kay¡¯s ears. A luxurious black car with tinted windows came to a smooth stop right in front of him.


    Kay froze, his heart racing as the car¡¯s headlights illuminated the area around him.


    The driver¡¯s side window slowly rolled down, revealing two men inside the car. Both of them were wearing masks; one shaped like a Cubone¡¯s skull and the other like a Marowak¡¯s.


    The driver, the man in the Cubone mask, turned his head toward Kay and spoke in a firm, commanding voice.


    ¡°Show me the card,¡± the man said.


    Kay hesitated for a moment, but then quickly reached into his pocket. His fingers fumbled as he searched for the card, his nerves making it difficult to stay steady. Finally, he found it. Pulling the card out, Kay handed it over to the masked man.


    The man in the Cubone mask took the card, examining it carefully under the dim light inside the car.


    After a brief pause, there was a soft mechanical sound as the rear door of the car swung open on its own.


    Kay looked at the open door, and he understood what was expected of him at that moment. He was supposed to get into the car.


    Adjusting the strap of his bag, he stepped closer, but just as he was about to enter, the driver spoke again.


    ¡°Return your Pokemon to its Pokeball before riding the car,¡± the man ordered, his tone leaving no room for argument.


    Kay nodded silently, reaching for Eevee¡¯s Pokeball. ¡°Eevee, return,¡± he said softly, as a beam of red light pulled the small Pokemon back into the ball.


    Kay returned Eevee to the Pokeball because he thought that he could call it out at any moment as the Pokeball was still in his hands. With Eevee safely inside, Kay took a deep breath and climbed into the car.


    The interior was even more luxurious than the car¡¯s exterior, with leather seats and a faint scent of expensive cologne lingering in the air. Kay settled into his seat, gripping his bag tightly as the door shut behind him.


    The car began moving, its engine so quiet, it was almost silent. Kay settled into his seat, still gripping his bag tightly.


    As he glanced out of the window, he realized that the glass was tinted in a way that allowed him to see the outside, but anyone on the outside couldn¡¯t see in.


    For a while, the ride was quiet, the only sound being the low purr of the engine and the faint hum of the air conditioner.


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    But then Kay noticed something unusual. A fine mist of spores seemed to be coming out of the air vents.


    He leaned closer, trying to figure out what it was, but before he could react, his vision began to blur.


    Realizing something was wrong, Kay quickly reached into his pocket and pulled out Eevee¡¯s Pokeball, his instincts urging him to call his Pokemon for help.


    However, just as he was about to release Eevee, his strength gave out. His eyelids grew heavy, and within moments, he slipped into unconsciousness.


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    When Kay opened his eyes again, he found himself lying on the cold, hard floor of an unfamiliar room.


    His head throbbed slightly, and it took him a moment to gather his thoughts. Sitting up slowly, he looked around, trying to figure out where he was.


    The room was enormous, with walls that seemed to stretch endlessly, and it was filled with people.


    As Kay looked down at himself, he noticed something else; he was no longer wearing his usual clothes.


    Instead, he was dressed in strange attire he had never seen before. The fabric felt rough, and the design was entirely unfamiliar. His heart raced as he searched for his bag, but it was nowhere to be found.


    Panicked, Kay patted his pockets and felt a wave of relief when he found two Pok¨¦balls still in his possession.


    ¡°At least Eevee and Growlithe are with me,¡± he thought, clutching the Pokeballs tightly in his hand.


    Standing up, Kay tried to get a better look at his surroundings. The room was filled with people, all dressed in the same strange clothing he was wearing.


    They were scattered across the room, some standing and talking in small groups, while others sat on the floor, looking just as confused as he felt.


    Kay¡¯s attention was drawn to his shirt, where a bold number was printed: ¡°10F.¡± He stared at it, trying to figure out what it could mean. Was it some sort of identifier? A ranking?


    As he scanned the room, his eyes fell on a group of individuals standing at one end of the space.


    They were wearing Cubone and Marowak masks, just like the ones worn by the men who had driven the car. The sight of them sent a chill down Kay¡¯s spine, and his mind raced with questions.


    They were dressed in black uniforms with patterns resembling white bones, giving them a skeletal appearance.


    The masks of Cubone and Marowak only heightened the unsettling atmosphere as they watched the room with still, unreadable gazes.


    Kay shifted uneasily where he stood, his hand still brushing the two Pokeballs in his pocket for reassurance.


    He glanced around the room again and noticed that not everyone was awake yet.


    Several people were still sprawled on the floor, their bodies motionless as they remained unconscious from whatever had put them to sleep earlier.


    Gradually, the remaining sleepers began to stir, rubbing their eyes and sitting up with confused expressions.


    Within moments, everyone in the room was awake, looking around with a mix of fear, curiosity, and confusion.


    The air buzzed with murmurs as people whispered to one another, trying to piece together what was happening.


    Suddenly, a loud creak echoed through the room, and all eyes turned toward a massive door on one side of the space.


    The door opened slowly, revealing a tall figure stepping inside. As the man entered, the door shut behind him with a heavy thud that made the ground vibrate slightly.


    The man who entered was dressed similarly to the others, wearing black clothes adorned with the same skeletal bone patterns.


    However, his presence was even more commanding. Unlike the Cubone and Marowak masks worn by the others, this man wore a Groudon mask.


    The fiery red of the mask and the detailed design made him look almost regal and intimidating at the same time.


    He stepped forward with measured steps, and the room fell into complete silence.


    All eyes were on him as he stopped in the center of the room, standing tall and surveying the crowd. For a moment, he said nothing, letting the weight of his presence sink in.


    Then, in a deep and authoritative voice, he spoke:


    "Hello! Dear trainers, welcome to our Tentacruel Tournament."


    His voice echoed through the vast room, reaching every corner. The word ¡°tournament¡± caused a ripple of whispers to break out among the crowd, but nobody dared to speak loudly.


    Kay¡¯s mind raced. ¡®I knew I would participate in a tournament, but that is very weird, why did they kidnap us for just a tournament, I should stay alerted,¡¯.


    The man raised his hand, and the whispers stopped immediately.


    ¡°From this moment forward, you will no longer be called trainers. Starting today, you are ¡®Players.¡¯¡±


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 CH33: Tentacruel tournament (2)

    The man in the Groudon mask after he was sure that he got the attention of everybody said, ¡°As you¡¯ve surely noticed, all of you are dressed alike. Each of you has a code printed on the right side of your chest.¡±


    Kay looked down at his shirt again. There it was: 10F. The number and letter seemed insignificant at first, but the man¡¯s next words clarified everything.


    ¡°This code is not just a number. It is your ID and your rank. For example, someone with the code 27C is player number 27 among the C-rank players. Your rank reflects your rank outside. Only players from the same rank would face each other unless it would be unfair.¡±


    Around Kay, others were checking their own codes, exchanging quiet whispers and concerned glances.


    The man continued, ignoring the murmurs. ¡°Now, let me address something you¡¯ve likely already realized: you still have your Pokeballs with you. That¡¯s no accident. Your Pokemons are essential to your survival in this tournament.¡±


    Kay felt the familiar weight of the Pokeballs in his pocket. At least he wasn¡¯t alone in whatever was about to happen.


    The man¡¯s voice grew more serious as he moved on. ¡°This tournament consists of five games. After each game, many of you will be eliminated.¡±


    He said while sliding his thumb around his neck. ¡°Only those who prove themselves will move on to the next stage.¡±


    The crowd reacted immediately. The whispers turned to gasps and even a few audible protests.


    Kay clenched his fists, his mind racing. Eliminated? Did that mean disqualified, or was there something darker at play here?


    The man raised a hand to silence the crowd. ¡°The stakes are high, but so are the rewards. The last three players standing will win a grand prize: a massive sum of money and a rare, priceless item.¡±


    He paused, letting the promise of riches and glory sink in. ¡°Of course, the first prize will be the most valuable, followed by the second and third. But rest assured, even the third-place reward will change your life.¡±


    The mention of the prizes brought a mix of reactions. Some people looked excited, their eyes glinting with greed.


    Others looked anxious, focusing more on the word ¡°eliminated¡± than on the rewards.


    The man stepped forward, his Groudon mask casting shadows on the floor. ¡°Starting today, you will be divided by rank. Players of the same rank will stay together in separate rooms. This is to ensure fairness and prepare you for the challenges ahead. You will receive further instructions in your designated quarters.¡±


    As the man in the Groudon mask finished his speech, murmurs quickly turned into loud protests among the crowd. Some people stood up, their voices echoing in the large room.


    One man raised his hand and shouted, ¡°Why are all of you masked? What¡¯s with the secrecy?¡±


    The man in the Groudon mask remained calm, his authoritative voice cutting through the noise.


    ¡°That¡¯s a fair question. As you might have guessed, this tournament isn¡¯t exactly... legal. The Pokemon League often sends spies to investigate gatherings like this. To protect ourselves, we hide our identities. It¡¯s for our safety, and yours.¡±


    Another man stepped forward, clearly not satisfied. ¡°If that¡¯s true, then why aren¡¯t the players¡¯ identities hidden too? Wouldn¡¯t that make us targets?¡±


    The man with the Groudon mask chuckled lightly, shaking his head. ¡°The League doesn¡¯t waste its resources targeting players. You¡¯re not their priority. Their focus is on shutting us down, not chasing participants. So, your identities are of no interest to them.¡±


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    This explanation seemed to calm some people, but not everyone. A woman near the back shouted, ¡°Then why did you take our belongings?¡±


    The man¡¯s tone remained steady. ¡°Your belongings are safe. We¡¯ve kept them in secure storage. They were taken to ensure fairness in the tournament. Some of you might have items that could give you an unfair advantage, and we cannot allow that. Rest assured, everything will be returned once the tournament ends.¡±


    A wave of grumbling swept through the crowd, but the man in the Groudon mask raised a hand, silencing them once more. His voice grew more commanding.


    ¡°Now that your questions have been answered, it¡¯s time to move forward. Guards will lead you to your designated rooms based on your rank. Follow their instructions carefully.¡±


    As if on cue, several men wearing Cubone masks stepped forward. They motioned for the players to line up.


    The Groudon-masked man took one last moment to speak, his tone more serious than before.


    ¡°Before you leave, let me remind you of something important. Participation in this tournament is entirely your choice. You are free to leave now if you wish. But if you choose to participate, know this: once the games begin, there is no surrender. You must see the tournament through to the end. That is the rule.¡±


    The weight of his words settled heavily over the crowd. Some people hesitated, looking toward the exits, but most stayed where they were, resolved to face whatever lay ahead.


    The Cubone-masked guards began moving through the crowd, dividing players into smaller groups based on the codes on their shirts.


    Kay stood silently, his mind racing. His rank, 10F, meant he¡¯d be placed with other F-ranked players.


    The Cubone-masked men led each group to a different room, including Kay¡¯s group. Kay followed quietly, observing the surroundings as they moved.


    The new room they entered was smaller than the previous one but had a similar design; plain walls, dim lighting, and an air of tension hanging heavily in the space.


    Kay took a moment to glance around at the other players in his group. There were about thirty of them, all wearing the same uniform with their unique codes printed on the right side of their chests.


    Some looked confident, others appeared nervous, but no one seemed ready to back out just yet.


    A man wearing a Marowak mask stood in the center of the room, commanding attention as he raised his hand for silence.


    His voice was firm but calm as he spoke. ¡°Before we proceed, let me make something clear. If anyone wants to surrender and leave, now is the time to do so. Those who would stay will need to sign a contract.¡±


    For a moment, the room was completely silent. Kay glanced around, waiting to see if anyone would step forward and surrender.


    But no one moved. Kay thought to himself that it was likely because everyone here was a talented trainer.


    Their pride and determination probably kept them from backing down so easily.


    The man nodded, seemingly pleased with the group¡¯s decision. ¡°Nice. It seems we have some courage here,¡± he said, pulling out a sheet of paper and holding it up.


    ¡°This is the contract you¡¯ll need to sign. There are three main points you must agree to before continuing in the tournament. First, once you participate, you cannot quit until the tournament is over. If you attempt to quit, you will be eliminated.¡±


    Kay frowned at the word ¡°eliminated,¡± but he stayed quiet as the man continued.


    ¡°Second,¡± the man said, his tone becoming more serious, ¡°You take full responsibility for your life. But if you die during the tournament at least your family will receive a sum of money as compensation. The amount of money depends on how many games you succeeded in before dying¡±


    A wave of murmurs spread through the room at this point. The tension grew thicker as the players exchanged uneasy glances.


    Kay¡¯s stomach tightened at the mention of death, but he stayed focused, listening carefully.


    ¡°Third,¡± the man added, his voice cutting through the whispers, ¡°you are not allowed to use your Pokemons outside of the official games. If you break this rule, you will be eliminated.¡±


    The murmurs in the room grew louder after the second point. It was clear that many players were uneasy, but no one dared to step forward to surrender.


    Kay raised his hand, breaking the silence. ¡°What do you mean by ¡®eliminated?¡¯¡± he asked.


    The man in the Marowak mask turned to Kay and locked eyes with him for a moment. The silence that followed felt heavy, as if the man was carefully choosing his words.


    Finally, he spoke. ¡°It means you lose the tournament, and you can¡¯t win the prizes,¡± he said simply.


    Kay frowned at the vague answer. Something about it felt off like the man wasn¡¯t telling the whole truth.


    But he didn¡¯t press the matter further. He knew that arguing wouldn¡¯t change anything, and at this point, he couldn¡¯t back out either.


    The man in the Marowak mask handed the contracts to the players, urging them to read and sign.


    The players hesitated one by one but eventually wrote their names. Kay took the pen when it was his turn, glancing at the paper in his hand.


    His instincts screamed at him to be cautious, but he pushed those thoughts aside and signed his name.


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 CH34: Catch me if you can

    The man wearing the Marowak mask collected all the signed contracts and announced, ¡°Now, you are officially players in this tournament.¡±


    His voice carried a sense of finality, making it clear that there was no turning back.


    He continued, ¡°The first game will begin tomorrow. This game will be played in teams.¡±


    ¡°On the big screen above,¡± the man said, pointing to a screen that Kay hadn¡¯t noticed earlier, ¡°you will see groups of six numbers. Each group represents a team. Those numbers correspond to the player codes printed on your shirts. You¡¯ll need to find your teammates to prepare a strategy for the next game. The numbers would be shown after an hour.¡±


    Kay raised his head and finally noticed that the screen was on for the first time. He saw something written in bold numbers: 36/36.


    It didn¡¯t take him long to figure out what it meant, there were still 36 players left in the tournament.


    The players waited for an hour as the screen remained unchanged. Finally, after the hour passed the screen flickered, and rows of numbers appeared. Each row had six numbers, indicating the teams.


    Kay¡¯s heart began to race as he scanned the screen, searching for his player number, 10F.


    He carefully looked at each group of numbers, and after some time, he found his team: 5, 10, 16, 24, 29, 33.


    Kay quickly checked the numbers printed on the shirts of the other players in the room, trying to identify his teammates.


    But before he could find anyone, the man with the Marowak mask stepped forward again.


    ¡°Now that you¡¯ve seen your groups, you need to gather with your teammates. Find them and take one of the corners of this room to plan your strategy for the first game.¡±


    He paused and glanced around the room before continuing, ¡°There are six teams of six members each. Make sure your group takes a separate corner so there is no interference. I will explain the details of the game once everyone is in position.¡±


    The players began to move, scanning the numbers on each other¡¯s shirts to find their teammates.


    Kay began searching for his teammates, carefully checking the numbers printed on the other players¡¯ shirts.


    After a short while, he spotted a young man about his age with the number 24. Kay walked over to him, and as he approached, he noticed two more players standing nearby. He quickly checked their numbers and saw that they were 33 and 16.


    With four members gathered, their team was nearly complete. They now only needed to find the remaining two players to form the full group of six.


    As time passed, other teams began forming and moving to different corners of the room.


    Kay and his teammates continued searching until, finally, they found the last two players they needed. Now, their team was complete.


    Once all the teams were in place, the man with the Marowak mask stepped forward to address the players again. His voice echoed through the room.


    ¡°The first game is called ¡®Catch Me If You Can.¡¯ ¡±


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    The players listened intently as the man continued.


    ¡°In this game, two teams will face each other on an island. Your goal is to catch a specific Pokemon on the island. The first team to catch the Pokemon will be declared the winner, while the other team will face elimination.¡±


    ¡°Anything is allowed,¡± the man added. ¡°The Pokemon you must catch is a Superior Bronze Stage Aerodactyl.¡±


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened. Aerodactyl was incredibly fast and also powerful. This would not be an easy task.


    ¡°Make sure to plan your tactics carefully,¡± the man concluded, his tone cold and firm.


    As the players were busy discussing strategies, the man with the Marowak mask interrupted to give more details.


    ¡°For sure, there will be a countdown. We can¡¯t wait for a week for you to catch the Pokemon.¡±


    The players fell silent, listening closely.


    ¡°The countdown will be set to 24 hours. If neither team manages to catch the Pokemon within that time, both teams will be eliminated.¡±


    Gasps spread through the room at this announcement.


    The man continued, ¡°Now if your team catches the Pokemon before the deadline, you will have two choices. You can end the game immediately, securing your team¡¯s victory and eliminating the other team. But there is another option, your team can request for another Pokemon to appear. If you choose this path, you will need to catch the new Pokemon as well. You will earn a special prize if your team succeeds in catching it. This prize will grant you an advantage in the next games.¡±


    The players started whispering among themselves, and Kay could feel the tension rising in the room. The man¡¯s words hung in the air as he added one last crucial detail.


    ¡°However, this choice is not without risk. If the other team manages to catch the second Pokemon, they will not be eliminated. Instead, they will remain in the competition. So, think carefully before deciding, it¡¯s a calculated gamble. The prize could help you immensely, but you might also give your opponents a second chance to survive.¡±


    Kay returned to his team, eager to hear their thoughts and ask if anyone had come up with a plan for the game.


    As the group stood together, a man with the number 5 printed on his shirt stepped forward.


    He was a tall, stocky man with short, scruffy hair and a confident demeanor. His sharp eyes scanned the group as he spoke, his deep voice carrying authority.


    ¡°Does anyone here have a Flying or Water-type Pokemon?¡± he asked, and without waiting for a reply, he continued explaining his reasoning.


    ¡°Aerodactyl is a Rock-type Pokemon. That means it has a weakness against water types, so having one would give us a huge advantage in battle. But before we can think about fighting it, we need to find it first, and there¡¯s no better Pokemon for that job than a Flying-type.¡±


    The team exchanged glances, each member waiting for others to confirm that they had a Pokemon with one of these types.


    Finally, the young man Kay had spoken to earlier; the one with the number 24 on his shirt raised his hand and spoke. ¡°I have a Pidgey,¡±.


    The team immediately turned their attention to him. Kay nodded in approval, glad that they at least had a Flying-type Pokemon on their side.


    After checking with everyone else, it became clear that no one in the team had a Water-type Pokemon.


    While this was a disadvantage, the group agreed that the Flying-type was the most crucial for locating the Aerodactyl.


    As the team continued to discuss their plan, the man with the number 33 on his shirt interrupted.


    ¡°We shouldn¡¯t forget that the masked man said everything is authorized, the other team might not even focus on the Aerodactyl at first. They could try attacking us instead.¡±


    Kay listened carefully, impressed by the man¡¯s cautious attitude. It was clear that he was thinking beyond the obvious and preparing for any possibility.


    The man with the number 5 nodded in agreement but quickly redirected the conversation.


    ¡°You¡¯re right, we need to stay alert. But before we start worrying about the other team, we should know what we¡¯re working with. Let¡¯s share what Pokemon we have so we can build a proper strategy.¡±


    The man with the number 5 began with himself, ¡°I have an Onix.¡± Hearing this, Kay couldn¡¯t help but think how valuable this man would be as a teammate, but also how difficult he would be to face as an opponent in the future.


    Next, the man with the number 33 spoke up. ¡°I have a Machop,¡±.


    The woman with the number 29 followed, her voice calm yet determined. ¡°I have a Ponyta,¡± she said, earning a few nods from the group.


    Then, the man with the number 16 added, ¡°I¡¯ve got a Sandshrew.¡±


    Finally, it was Kay¡¯s turn. He hesitated for a moment before speaking. ¡°I have an Eevee,¡± he said, deciding not to reveal his Growlithe.


    Kay had made this decision carefully. While they were teammates now, he knew that this could change later in the tournament.


    If he ever had to face them as opponents, he wanted to keep his winning card hidden.


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 CH35: Tactic for the game

    With all the team members revealing their Pokemon, they finally began discussing their strategy. The man with the number 5 on his shirt spoke first.


    ¡°My Onix won¡¯t be of much help in catching Aerodactyl, but it can be useful for defense or attacking other teams.¡±.


    The man with number 16 turned toward the woman wearing number 29. ¡°Your Ponyta might be a problem, the flames on its neck will make it easy for the other team to spot us. You should order Ponyta to follow Pidgey from the ground and be ready to attack Aerodactyl when we locate it.¡±


    The woman with number 29 frowned slightly and shook her head. ¡°If I send Ponyta alone, the other team will target it immediately. It won¡¯t stand a chance by itself.¡±


    Before the discussion could turn into an argument, the man with the number 33 stepped in.


    ¡°You¡¯re both right, but I have an idea. What if we send Ponyta to an area far from our actual position, but close enough that we can always see it? This way, we can use Ponyta as bait. The other team will assume it¡¯s alone and move to attack it, but we¡¯ll be ready to ambush them.¡±


    Everyone considered the idea for a moment. It was risky, but it could work. However, there was still one problem.


    The man with number 33 turned back to the man with number 5. ¡°The only issue is your Onix. It¡¯s too big, it¡¯ll expose our position immediately.¡±


    The man with number 5 smirked. ¡°Don¡¯t worry about that. Onix can blend in with the environment perfectly. When it curls up, it looks just like a giant rock. No one will notice the difference even though they come too close.¡±


    Kay, who had been listening carefully, finally spoke up. ¡°I think our team is actually better suited for attacking the other team rather than catching Aerodactyl.¡± His voice was thoughtful as he analyzed the situation.


    The man with number 33 turned to Kay, nodding in agreement. ¡°I totally agree with you, if all the team members are okay with this plan, then let¡¯s focus on attacking the other team first instead of chasing the Aerodactyl.¡±


    One by one, the team members nodded. They all understood that this was a tournament where only the strongest would survive.


    After deciding to attack the other team first, Kay and his teammates focused on creating a tactic that would give them the upper hand.


    They thought carefully about their Pokemons¡¯ strengths and weaknesses, discussing different ideas until they finally agreed on a solid plan.


    The key part of their strategy was using Onix to set a trap. Since Aerodactyl was a Rock-type Pokemon, they knew the island would have rocky areas.


    They planned to find a location with many rocks and position Onix there. Onix would curl up and stay completely still, blending in perfectly with the surroundings.


    It would seem like just another giant boulder to anyone looking from a distance.


    Ponyta would stand near Onix in an open area to attract the enemy team''s attention.


    The team would choose a spot for Ponyta where the other players could easily spot it.


    Ponyta would try to increase the brightness of its flames to make it even more visible.


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    Meanwhile, Sandshrew would dig underground and stay close to Ponyta. If Ponyta got into trouble, Sandshrew could quickly jump out and help defend it.


    The plan was simple: as soon as the enemy team approached to attack Ponyta, it would act as if it were running away, leading them further into the trap.


    The moment they followed, Onix would launch a surprise attack from behind, catching them off guard.


    However, there was one risk in their plan. If the opposing team had a Psychic-type Pokemon, it could detect both Onix and Sandshrew before the trap was triggered.


    They needed to find out whether their opponents had such a Pokemon before executing their strategy.


    For that, Pidgey would stay hidden and scout the enemy team from above. If it spotted a Psychic-type Pokemon among them, Eevee, along with Machop and Pidgey, would quickly attack that Pokemon first.


    Their goal would be to knock it out as fast as possible and then withdraw before the rest of the enemy team could counterattack.


    With their plan set, the team decided to get some rest before the important game the next day.


    Everyone knew they needed to be in top condition to execute their strategy perfectly.


    The next morning, while Kay was still deep in sleep, a strange sound started echoing through the room.


    It was music, playing through the speakers in the ceiling. At first, Kay felt confused, but he quickly realized that this was meant to wake up the players.


    As the sound continued, he could hear the others beginning to stir from their sleep.


    As soon as most of the players were awake, the man wearing the Marowak mask entered the room.


    His presence meant one thing, the first game was about to begin. "The game will start in ten minutes, prepare yourself," he announced in his usual cold voice.


    When they heard this, the players immediately started preparing. Some stretched their muscles, others checked their Pokeballs, and a few simply stood in silence, focusing their minds on the challenge ahead.


    Exactly ten minutes later, while the Marowak-masked man stood in the middle of the room, a sudden flash of light filled the space.


    Out of nowhere, an Alakazam appeared beside him, teleporting from some unknown location.


    The masked man turned to face the players and spoke again. "This Alakazam will teleport each team to the island where the first game will take place."


    Before anyone could react, he added one more detail. "Each team will be identified by a number, which is based on the smallest number of any member in the team."


    Kay immediately understood what this meant. The number assigned to their team would be 5 because the lowest number in their group belonged to the trainer of Onix, who had the number 5 on his shirt.


    While the teams were busy checking their numbers to determine their team number, the screen above suddenly lit up again.


    It displayed the same message as before: 36/36, confirming that all players were still in the competition.


    But then, the screen changed, showing the matchups for the first round of games.


    Kay quickly scanned the list, searching for his team''s number. It didn¡¯t take him long to spot it in the second row: Match 2: Team 3 VS Team 5. This meant that his team would be playing in the second match of the day.


    Meanwhile, the first two teams, Team 1 and Team 4 stepped forward under the instructions of the Cubone-masked men.


    They lined up near Alakazam; Team 1 stood on the right, while Team 4 stood on the left.


    Curious about the Pokemon that would be teleporting them, Kay reached into his pocket to pull out his Pokedex.


    He wanted to check Alakazam¡¯s stats. However, before he could scan it, one of the guards shot him a sharp look. His eyes were full of warning as if silently telling Kay not to do it.


    Understanding the unspoken threat, Kay quickly slipped his Pokedex back into his pocket. He didn¡¯t want to cause trouble before the game even began.


    Suddenly, Alakazam''s body began glowing with powerful Psychic energy. A swirl of blue and purple light gathered around it, and then, in an instant ¡°Swoosh!¡± it disappeared, taking all the members of Team 1 and the Marowak-masked man with it.


    The remaining players waited in silence, watching the empty space where the team had just stood.


    Exactly five minutes later, Alakazam returned, but this time, it was only accompanied by the masked man. There was no sign of Team 1.


    Without wasting any time, Alakazam turned toward Team 4, and with another burst of Psychic energy, it teleported again taking the second group with it.


    Another five minutes passed, and Alakazam reappeared in the room alongside the masked man once more. It was clear now that this process would repeat for each game.


    Then, the Marowak-masked man reached into his coat and pulled out a walkie-talkie.


    He pressed a button and, in a cold and commanding voice, said, "Let the game begin."


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 CH36: Tactic for the game (2)

    Kay and the other players sat in the waiting room, trying to imagine what was happening in the game.


    They had no way of knowing what Team 1 and Team 4 were experiencing, but judging by the seriousness of the tournament, it was clear that this wasn¡¯t going to be a simple competition.


    The night passed, and the next morning, while Kay was deep in sleep, the same strange music played from the speakers, waking everyone up.


    It was the same robotic and emotionless melody, signaling that a new day had begun.


    As the players slowly got up and prepared themselves, the Marowak-masked man appeared once more, standing in the center of the room.


    His cold, commanding voice echoed through the air as he made an announcement.


    ¡°The first match of the first game has officially ended.¡±


    A few moments later, Alakazam appeared out of nowhere, just like before. However, this time, it wasn¡¯t alone. Standing beside it were nine players; five from Team 1 and four from Team 4.


    As soon as Kay saw their faces, he felt a chill run down his spine. Their expressions were empty, their eyes wide with horror, as if they had just survived a nightmare. Some of them were even trembling.


    The masked man continued, his voice unwavering. "Team 1 has won the match."


    Just as he finished speaking, one of the members from Team 4 suddenly shouted, his voice filled with anger and fear.


    ¡°You tricked us! You didn¡¯t tell us we would face such hell!¡±


    Another player from Team 4 immediately followed up, his tone just as desperate.


    ¡°I even lost my Pokemon! You told us we just had to catch a fast Pokemon, but what we found there was terrific, we found¡ª¡±


    Before he could finish his sentence, the masked man¡¯s hand moved quickly, grabbing a Pokeball from his coat.


    With a swift flick of his wrist, he released a Marowak.


    The moment it appeared, an overwhelming killing intent filled the room. The air grew heavier, and Kay felt his body tense up as an invisible pressure pressed down on him.


    The complaining player¡¯s words instantly died in his throat. He staggered back, sweat dripping from his forehead. His body froze in place as if he had just seen death itself.


    The masked man spoke again, his voice even colder than before.


    ¡°I¡¯m afraid that if you continue talking, you might reveal secrets about the game. That would be unfair to the other players, as it could ruin the equality of opportunities.¡±


    He let his words hang in the air for a moment before adding with a sinister edge, ¡°I¡¯m sure you don¡¯t want to lose more than just a Pokemon.¡±


    Silence filled the room. No one dared to speak.


    Kay clenched his fists. He didn¡¯t know what had happened in that match, but one thing was certain, this game was far more dangerous than they had been led to believe.


    A man stepped forward, his voice tense with concern, and asked about the players who hadn¡¯t returned from the first game. The room fell silent as everyone waited for the masked man¡¯s answer.


    Without hesitation, the masked man replied in a cold, emotionless tone, ¡°They were killed in the game.¡±


    His words sent a wave of shock through the remaining players. Some gasped, while others exchanged nervous glances.


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    After the masked man saw the players'' reaction, he added coldly, "But don''t worry; the compensation will definitely be sent to their family."


    The air grew heavier. This game was far more dangerous than they had imagined.


    The masked man, then continued, ¡°Now, the teams that will participate in the next match should step forward and stand beside Alakazam.¡±


    Kay and his teammates took a deep breath before stepping forward. The members of Team 3 also moved into position, standing opposite them. Both teams now stood near Alakazam.


    The powerful Psychic-type Pokemon¡¯s eyes glowed, and within seconds, Team 3, along with the masked man, vanished in a flash of light.


    The remaining players waited in uneasy silence. Five minutes later, Alakazam and the masked man reappeared, alone. Now, it was Kay''s team''s turn.


    Alakazam¡¯s eyes glowed once again, and suddenly, Kay felt the strange sensation of his body being pulled through space.


    His vision blurred, and for a brief moment, he felt weightless. Then, in an instant, he and his teammates appeared in a completely different location.


    As soon as Kay looked around, he was stunned by the sheer size of the island. It stretched far into the distance, with towering cliffs, dense forests, and rocky plateaus scattered across the landscape.


    The air smelled of salt and fresh greenery, and in the far distance, he could see the vast ocean surrounding the island.


    The masked man stood before them and began to speak, his voice clear and commanding.


    ¡°This is an island where a gate appeared but wasn¡¯t conquered until Pokemons began to go out. When we found out about this island, we began using it for our games. The other team has been teleported to the opposite side of the island. You will not know their exact location, so be prepared.¡±


    He then revealed an important detail about their objective.


    ¡°The Pokemon you must catch will have a red mark painted on its body. You may encounter many Aerodactyls, but capturing the wrong one will not grant you victory. Only the one with the red mark counts.¡±


    Kay nodded as he listened carefully. That meant they had to be extra cautious and make sure they weren¡¯t wasting their efforts on the wrong Pokemon.


    The masked man continued, ¡°The organizers have already eliminated all Pokemons above the Superior Steel stage, so you won¡¯t face anything too strong.¡±


    ¡°However,¡± the man added with a slight pause, ¡°We have left only one Pokemon at the Inferior Bronze stage on this island. If you are unfortunate enough to encounter it, you¡¯d better pray.¡±


    A shiver ran down Kay¡¯s spine. An Inferior Bronze stage Pokemon is so hard to beat especially since their Pokemons were all in the Steel stage.


    The masked man then reached into his pocket and took out a small device with two buttons; one red, one green. He handed it to the man with the number five on his shirt, the Onix trainer.


    ¡°This device serves two purposes: press the green button if you catch the correct Pokemon and want to continue playing. If you wish to end the game immediately, press the red button.¡±


    Then the masked man gave a bag to all the players and said, "Inside this bag, you would find some potions to use if your Pokemons were injured"


    Finally, the masked man gave them one last instruction.


    ¡°You cannot teleport back to the base before 24 hours have passed. So, whether you choose to end the game or not, you will remain on this island for an entire day.¡±


    After finishing his explanation, he took a step back.


    ¡°That¡¯s all you need to know for now.¡±


    As soon as the masked man finished speaking, he and Alakazam disappeared in a flash of light, teleporting back to the base.


    Now, Kay and his team were alone on the island, with nothing but their Pokemons and their plan to rely on.


    For a moment, they all stood in silence, taking in their surroundings. The distant sounds of waves crashing against the cliffs echoed in the background.


    Then, the man wearing the number 33 spoke up.


    ¡°We need to modify the plan, a lot of things have changed.¡±


    Everyone turned to him, listening carefully.


    ¡°Our original plan was to leave Ponyta alone as bait, but there¡¯s a problem. If we do that, wild Pokemons will attack it before the other team even gets close.¡±


    The team exchanged worried looks. That was true, there were wild Pokemons on this island, and some of them might attack Ponyta before the plan even had a chance to work.


    ¡°So, what should we do?¡± the trainer of Ponyta asked.


    Number 33 took a deep breath and said, ¡°I propose that we do not leave Ponyta alone until we are absolutely sure the other team is nearby. For that, Pidgey will play an even bigger role in our strategy.¡±


    He turned to the trainer of Pidgey. ¡°Pidgey will survey the other team, track their movements, and tell us when they¡¯re getting close. Only then will we set up the trap.¡±


    The trainer of Pidgey hesitated, then shook his head. ¡°I¡¯m not sending Pidgey alone.¡±


    Kay nodded in agreement. ¡°Then we stick to our original plan for the investigation team. Pidgey, Eevee, and Machop will work together to track the enemy. That way, if they run into trouble, they won¡¯t be completely defenseless.¡±


    The trainer of Pidgey looked relieved. ¡°Alright, I agree with that.¡±


    The plan was settled. Pidgey, Eevee, and Machop, the investigation team, set out immediately, heading into the dense jungle to search for the other team.


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 CH37: The first game

    Kay, along with Trainer number 33 and Trainer number 24, set off on their investigation mission.


    Their goal was simple; find the other team before the other team found them. Since the masked man had said that their opponents were on the other side of the island, the three trainers moved in that direction, making their way through the dense jungle.


    The journey was not easy. The uneven ground was covered with thick roots and rocks, and the sounds of wild Pokemon echoed in the distance.


    After one hour of walking, the ground suddenly shook, and a huge Onix appeared in front of them.


    Its eyes burned with fury, and its massive stone body glistened in the sunlight. It roared fiercely, slamming its tail against the ground.


    Kay quickly pulled out his Pokedex and checked its stats.


    Onix:


    Stage: Superior Steel


    Potential: Yellow


    Kay took a deep breath, then stepped forward. ¡°Leave it to me,¡± he said confidently.


    Eevee immediately leaped forward, ready to battle. Kay wasted no time. ¡°Eevee, use Double Team! Then follow it up with Bite!¡±


    Eevee''s body shimmered, and suddenly, multiple copies of Eevee appeared, surrounding Onix from all sides.


    But Onix didn¡¯t panic. With a loud roar, it swung its massive tail with an Iron Tail! Its whip-like tail sliced through the air, crashing into the ground and destroying many of the Eevee copies in one powerful attack.


    But the original Eevee remained. Using its speed, Eevee climbed up Onix¡¯s massive body, jumping from one rocky section to another.


    By the time Onix realized what was happening, Eevee had already reached its neck.


    ¡°Now, Eevee! Use Bite!¡± Kay commanded.


    Eevee sank its teeth full of Dark-type energy into Onix¡¯s neck, hitting a weak spot which caused a critical hit. Onix let out a thunderous cry, shaking the trees around them.


    Trainer number 33 turned to Kay. ¡°That cry is too loud. If the other team hears it, they¡¯ll come straight here.¡±


    Kay understood immediately. ¡°So, what do we do?¡±


    Number 33 responded, ¡°We¡¯ll continue our way and leave you to finish the battle alone. If we find the other team, we¡¯ll complete the mission and call you to retreat.¡±


    Kay nodded. ¡°Understood.¡± Without wasting any more time, number 33 and number 24 disappeared into the jungle, leaving Kay to deal with Onix alone.


    Kay clenched his fists. ¡°Alright, Eevee! Let''s finish this battle quickly!¡± He gave his next command. ¡°Use Dig! Keep using it until Onix is defeated!¡±


    Kay then turned back to check that his teammates had already left and weren¡¯t watching him, then he released Growlithe to protect him if Onix decided to attack him when Eevee went under ground.


    Eevee quickly burrowed into the ground, disappearing from sight. Onix looked around, confused. Suddenly, Eevee emerged from the ground, slamming into Onix from below.


    The massive rock snake staggered, letting out another cry of pain. But Kay didn¡¯t let up. ¡°Again, Eevee! Keep using Dig!¡±


    Eevee repeated the attack two more times, hitting Onix from different angles. On the third strike, Onix collapsed to the ground, motionless.


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    Kay let out a sigh of relief. He quickly returned Growlithe to its Pokeball, then turned and ran to catch up with his teammates.


    Kay continued moving through the jungle, trying to follow the general direction his teammates had gone.


    However, with no clear landmarks and dense trees surrounding him, he wasn¡¯t sure if he was on the right path. He just kept walking, hoping he would eventually catch up with them.


    After about half an hour, he stopped suddenly. Ahead of him, five Geodudes blocked the path.


    They were gathered around a large rock, looking like they were in the middle of a meeting. As soon as they spotted Kay, they turned their attention to him.


    Kay quickly checked their stats. Four of them were at the Inferior Steel stage, but one stood out. It was slightly bigger; it was at the Intermediate Steel stage.


    Kay knew he had to fight them to move forward. He took his Pokeball and called Growlithe out.


    Kay wanted to train Growlithe so he told it to fight with the leader while Eevee took on the other Geodudes.


    ¡°Growlithe, take on the leader! Eevee, handle the others!¡±


    "Graaw..." Growlithe barked in response and jumped forward, facing the stronger Geodude. Meanwhile, Eevee stood ready to battle the remaining four.


    Kay wasted no time. ¡°Growlithe, use Double Team, and then attack to close the distance!¡±


    Growlithe''s body shimmered, and several copies of it appeared, surrounding Geodude.


    Without hesitation, Growlithe charged forward. But Geodude was ready. It slammed its fists into the ground, using Rock Throw.


    Sharp rocks shot out in all directions, crashing into Growlithe¡¯s copies. One by one, the illusions disappeared until only the real Growlithe remained.


    However, the strategy had worked, and Growlithe had managed to get close enough for an attack.


    Just as Kay was about to give another command, Geodude curled into a ball and began spinning rapidly preparing to use Rollout.


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened. ¡°Growlithe, stop attacking and dodge! Wait for it to miss, then counter with Double Kick!¡±


    Growlithe attempted to dodge, but before it could react, Geodude rolled straight into it.


    The attack landed hard, sending Growlithe skidding backward. The hit was devastating as Rock-type moves were super effective against Fire-types.


    Kay clenched his fists. The difference in power between an Inferior Steel stage Pokemon and an Intermediate Steel was clear.


    Geodude had the advantage in both strength and typing. This battle wasn¡¯t going to be easy.


    ¡°Growlithe, are you okay?¡± he asked, concerned about the hit from Rollout.


    Growlithe leaped forward, barking confidently. It nodded its head, showing that it was still ready to fight.


    Kay took a deep breath. ¡®I have to play this smart. Growlithe had already taken damage, so rushing in blindly isn¡¯t an option.¡¯ He needed a safer approach.


    ¡°Growlithe, keep your distance! Run around and use Ember from afar!¡±


    Flames shot appeared from Growlithe¡¯s mouth, hitting Geodude, but the Rock-type barely flinched.


    Still, Geodude wasn¡¯t very fast and struggled to keep up with Growlithe¡¯s quick movements.


    Kay glanced at Eevee. It had already taken down two Geodudes and was battling the last two.


    ''I just need to hold out a little longer''.


    Soon, Eevee finished its battle. The remaining Geodudes lay on the ground, unable to fight.


    Kay immediately called out, ¡°Eevee, I need your help! Use Helping Hand on Growlithe!¡±


    Eevee¡¯s body glowed as it sent energy toward Growlithe. Growlithe¡¯s power increased instantly, and it was ready to launch stronger attacks.


    ¡°Alright, Growlithe! Use Ember, then get in close for Double Kick!¡±


    Growlithe launched another Ember before dashing toward Geodude. But Geodude countered with Rock Throw, sending sharp stones flying through the air.


    ¡°Dodge and keep going!¡± Kay shouted.


    Growlithe weaved through the incoming rocks and leaped at Geodude. Just as it was about to land its Double Kick, Geodude curled into a ball and spun toward it using Rollout.


    But this time, Growlithe didn¡¯t stop. Instead, it kicked the rolling Geodude mid-spin, stopping it in its tracks.


    With another powerful kick to Geodude¡¯s face, the Rock-type tumbled backward.


    Kay¡¯s strategy had worked since Geodude hadn¡¯t rolled for long, and Rollout¡¯s power was weak.


    Growlithe had overpowered it with its Fighting-type move, which was super effective against Rock-type Pokemons.


    ¡°Now! While it¡¯s down use Ember!¡±


    Growlithe blasted flames at the stunned Geodude. The attack burned it slightly, making it struggle to get back up.


    ¡°Finish it! Double Kick again!¡±


    Growlithe rushed forward and delivered a clean two-hit combo, one to Geodude¡¯s body and the other to its face.


    The force of the second kick sent Geodude crashing to the ground. It groaned weakly before falling to the ground.


    Kay¡¯s eyes locked onto Geodude, waiting for any movement. But it didn¡¯t get up. It was knocked out.


    Kay let out a relieved sigh and patted Growlithe¡¯s head. ¡°You did great.¡±


    "Graw...Graw..." Growlithe barked happily, wagging its tail.


    With the battle over, Kay glanced around. I need to find my teammates. He had spent too much time fighting and had lost track of their exact location.


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 CH38: Finding the Aerodactyl

    Kay decided to keep Growlithe outside its Pokeball. The deeper he went into the forest, the more dangerous it would become.


    He needed both Eevee and Growlithe ready to protect him in case of a surprise attack.


    As they walked, they encountered many wild Pokemons. Most of them were in the Inferior Steel stage, and Eevee and Growlithe had no trouble defeating them.


    But Kay wasn¡¯t satisfied with just easy fights. He wanted Growlithe to gain valuable battle experience.


    So, whenever they encountered a Pokemon in the Intermediate Steel stage, he let Growlithe handle the battle alone.


    Kay had read something important about wild Pokemons before. Wild Pokemon get stronger by defeating other Pokemons, but they don¡¯t train like Pokemons with a trainer.


    A Pokemon in the wild only breaks through to a higher stage after many battles, but it doesn¡¯t improve its speed, strength, or mastery over its moves. This was a big difference compared to Pokemons raised by trainers.


    Trainers helped their Pokemons become stronger in many ways. They trained their Pokemons to increase their physical condition, speed, and strength.


    They also helped them master their moves, so their attacks were more powerful and precise.


    Because of this, a trained Pokemon could sometimes defeat a wild Pokemon that had a higher level.


    This was why Kay was letting Growlithe fight against Pokemons in the Intermediate Steel stage even though it was still in the Inferior Steel stage.


    The battles were harder, but they gave more experience than fighting Pokemons at the same level.


    The stronger the opponent, the more experience Growlithe would gain.


    Kay continued on his way, following Growlithe, who was tracking the scent of his teammates. They moved quickly, running through the dense forest.


    After about half an hour, Kay suddenly noticed a group of Aerodactyls flying out of a cave in a nearby mountain. His heart pounded.


    Kay thought that this was the base of Aerodactyls. Maybe he could find the one they had searched inside the cave.


    Kay quickly returned Growlithe and Eevee to their Pokeballs to avoid attracting their attention.


    If the Aerodactyls spotted them, things could get very dangerous. He stayed completely still, watching them from a safe distance.


    Once he was sure that the Aerodactyls were far enough away, he released his Pokemons again.


    Kay studied the cave carefully. It was high up in the mountain, carved into the rock.


    There was no easy way to reach it, so anyone who wanted to enter had to either fly or climb.


    Kay decided to wait for the sun to set before making his move. The darkness would make it harder for any Pokemon to notice him climbing.


    Kay noticed that they had almost reached the island''s center, so his teammates couldn¡¯t be so far from there.


    Also, Growlithe could detect their scent so the three hours that the sun needed to fall wouldn¡¯t harm.


    As the last light of the sun disappeared behind the horizon, Kay prepared himself. He carefully put Growlithe into his backpack while letting it open.


    This way, if a wild Pokemon attacked, Growlithe could use Ember to defend them while Kay climbed.


    It was just a precaution but it wasn¡¯t enough so Kay should pray that no strong Pokemon could detect him.


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    Taking a deep breath, Kay grabbed onto the rough rocks and began climbing the mountain.


    His arms and legs strained as he slowly made his way upward, carefully placing each hand and foot. He had to be careful; one wrong move could send him falling.


    Hopefully, humans in this world are many times stronger than humans on Earth, if it was for Kay''s body back on earth it would be impossible to climb such a mountain.


    After what felt like forever, Kay finally reached the cave entrance. He pulled himself up, breathing heavily, then quickly returned Growlithe to his Pokeball. He had to be silent now.


    Carefully, Kay went inside the cave. After about ten minutes of walking, he found something that made his eyes widen in shock.


    Inside, many Aerodactyls were resting. And among them, he spotted the Aerodactyl with the red mark; the one they needed to catch!


    But then, Kay noticed something even more terrifying. There was also an Inferior Bronze stage Aerodactyl inside the cave; Kay detected it just from its size and aura he didn''t need to use his Pokedex.


    Kay stared at the strong Aerodactyl inside the cave, his mind racing. It was clear, this Aerodactyl was the leader of the swarm on the island.


    It was far stronger than the others. Kay knew he had no chance of fighting it alone.


    He quietly retreated, careful not to make any noise. The mission had changed. Now, his top priority was finding his teammates and telling them about the Aerodactyl¡¯s location.


    Kay climbed back down the mountain, moving as quickly and silently as possible. When he reached the ground, he released Growlithe from its Pokeball.


    "Find their scent. Lead me to them," Kay whispered.


    Growlithe sniffed the air, then started moving. Kay followed closely.


    One hour later, as they moved through the dense forest, Kay suddenly heard voices in the distance.


    He stopped. ¡®Was it the other team?¡¯ But Growlithe was still leading him in that same direction.


    Kay moved carefully, staying low and quiet as he approached the voices. He needed to check if they were his teammates or the other team.


    When he finally got a clear view, his eyes widened in shock. His teammates were tied to a tree!


    The two of them were bound with ropes, unable to move. Two men sat around them, casually eating something.


    Kay''s mind raced. The other team must have captured them during their investigation.


    Then, he heard one of the men talking. "The Zubat of player number 30 saved us. If it wasn¡¯t there, maybe these two could have attacked us successfully."


    Kay listened carefully.


    Another man responded, "Call him to eat dinner with us. This Pidgey meat is so delicious."


    The first man shook his head. "But he¡¯s still surveying the other side of the camp. Let him finish first."


    The second man sighed, "It¡¯s almost time to change shifts. Just call him and go take your turn at surveying, and stop making excuses."


    The other man groaned in disappointment but agreed to call Zubat''s trainer.


    Kay tensed. If the Zubat arrived, it could detect him with its sharp senses. He had to escape before it got here.


    Silently, Kay backed away and ran in the direction of his remaining teammates. He needed to tell them what he saw as soon as possible.


    Before Kay completely lost sight of the camp, he took one last glance to check the Pokemons of the enemy team.


    He could only see two Pokemons: a Metapod and a Vulpix.


    But he also knew they had a Zubat, thanks to the conversation he had overheard earlier.


    Kay didn¡¯t wait any longer. He turned and ran, heading straight for the spot where the masked man had teleported them earlier.


    CRACK!


    Kay suddenly stepped on a dry branch. The sharp snap echoed through the quiet night, exposing his position.


    Back at the camp, one of the enemy trainers immediately reacted. "Vulpix, use Ember in that direction!" he ordered.


    A burst of flames shot toward Kay.


    Kay managed to dodge, but the bright light from the fire revealed his location and the enemy trainer spotted him.


    "There¡¯s someone there!" he shouted.


    Immediately, the rest of the team grabbed their gear and prepared to move. After a quick discussion, they left only the Zubat trainer behind to watch over the captured trainers.


    They chose Zubat because it was nighttime, and Zubat was the best Pokemon for nighttime surveillance.


    The rest of the enemy team left the camp and began chasing after Kay.


    Kay kept running without stopping, his mind racing as fast as his legs. He knew that if they caught him, it would be over for his team.


    The thought of his captured teammates pushed him forward, making him ignore the burning sensation in his legs.


    There was no time to waste. Half of the time had already passed, and only twelve hours remained before the deadline.


    As he ran, Kay started to recognize the path. He realized he was following the same road he had taken earlier.


    That¡¯s when he remembered the cave of the Aerodactyls. A risky idea formed in his mind.


    If he could lead his pursuers near the cave, their loud noises might disturb the Aerodactyls, forcing them to fly out and attack anyone nearby.


    It was a dangerous plan, but Kay had no other options. He knew he couldn¡¯t fight all of them alone, and he had to act fast before they caught up to him.


    His only hope was that the wild Pokemons would turn against the enemy team, creating enough chaos for him to escape and regroup with his team.


    With his new idea in mind, he changed his direction slightly and sprinted toward the mountain.


    His heart pounded in his chest as he pushed his body to its limits. He had no idea if the plan would work, but he had to try. The fate of his team depended on it.


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 CH39: Deal with the enemies

    The short time the other team needed to prepare before following Kay gave him a slight advantage.


    It allowed him to gain some distance, but he knew he couldn¡¯t run forever, especially alone.


    The only thing working in his favor was that he knew the road very well since he had traveled it that same morning.


    As he ran, he took quick glances behind to check how far his pursuers were. He noticed that the distance between them was getting smaller.


    Kay quickly concluded that it was because he had been neglecting his physical training and focusing only on his Pokemon¡¯s training.


    Now, that mistake was costing him. If he continued like this, they would catch up before he reached the Aerodactyl cave.


    Kay needed a solution, and he needed it now. Suddenly an idea came to his mind, but he wasn¡¯t sure if it would work.


    However, he had no other choice but to try. Using a stick, he quickly wrote a message in the dirt on the road:


    "You can''t catch me in time. I can show you where the Aerodactyl is in exchange for you not following me. Say your answer in a loud voice."


    After finishing the message, Kay hid deep in the forest to the right of the road. He chose this plan because he knew the enemy team had left Zubat behind to guard the camp, meaning they might not have any other Pokemon that could detect him.


    Then he released Eevee and gave it some instructions.


    ¡°Go to the left side of the forest and use Swift in the sky When you see one of their Pokemons attacking the sky, then run away if they come searching for you, else search for a blind spot for them and return to me.¡±


    Eevee nodded and ran to its position. A few moments later, the enemy team arrived.


    When they saw the message on the road, they stopped to read it using a flashlight. This gave Kay the perfect chance to observe their Pokemons.


    As said before, they had a Metapod and a Vulpix. But now, he could also see a Spearow, a Mankey, and a Geodude.  Kay couldn¡¯t check their stats because they were out of his Pokedex''s range.


    The good news was that none of them had a Psychic-type Pokemon or another Pokemon that could easily detect him inside the deep forest. The bad news as expected was that he couldn¡¯t fight all of them alone.


    After reading the message, the group fell silent, clearly thinking about their next move. Then, one man, who seemed to be their leader, spoke in a loud voice.


    ¡°If you really believed we couldn¡¯t catch you, you wouldn¡¯t have stopped here to make this offer. That means you must be hiding somewhere nearby, listening to us.¡±


    Kay thought that this man was sharp, but he already expected that they would reach this conclusion.


    The leader continued, ¡°But you¡¯re right, we don¡¯t have time to chase you. We could track you down and force you to talk, but time is against us. So, we accept your deal.¡±


    Kay was impressed. This man had analyzed the situation perfectly. But Kay wasn¡¯t going to take any risks.


    He quickly wrote another message on a small piece of paper, wrapped it around a stone, and prepared for his next move.


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    To distract them, he threw another stone high into the air above the enemy team.


    Vulpix, sensing movement, immediately reacted and shot an Ember at the stone, making it explode in the night sky.


    Because of the darkness, they couldn¡¯t tell exactly where the stone had been thrown from.


    At that moment, Eevee recognized the fire in the sky as Kay¡¯s signal. It followed the plan and used Swift, launching glowing star-shaped projectiles into the sky from the left side of the forest. The bright stars sparkled in the air, grabbing the team¡¯s attention.


    While they were distracted by the shining stars, Kay seized the opportunity. He quickly threw the message-wrapped stone on the ground near their feet, then slipped further into the darkness.


    The enemy team finally noticed the small piece of paper on the ground. Their leader bent down, picked it up, and carefully unfolded it. As he read the message inside, another player spoke up.


    ¡°We saw where the Swift attack came from! That means we can find him easily now.¡±


    Before anyone could act, the leader raised his hand to stop them. ¡°No, the trainer we¡¯re following isn¡¯t an idiot. If he wanted to hide, he wouldn¡¯t have exposed his location like that.¡±


    The others fell silent, ¡°That Swift attack was just a distraction. While we were looking at the stars, he threw this message without us noticing where it came from.¡± he said while showing them the message-wrapped stone.


    Then, he read the message aloud for the rest of the group to hear:


    "If you are still accepting the offer, say it, and a Pokemon will come to you and lead you to the Aerodactyl¡¯s place. If you attack the Pokemon, know that our deal is canceled, and you will have to search for me, and for sure I will take my revenge."


    After hearing the message, the team exchanged glances, unsure of what to do. The leader let them think for a moment before speaking again.


    ¡°We should accept the offer, we don¡¯t have enough time left to win the game if we waste it chasing him.¡±


    He then added, ¡°Our goal is to catch the Aerodactyl, not the other players.¡±


    One of the team members hesitated and then spoke up. ¡°But what if this is a trap? What if he¡¯s leading us into an ambush?¡±


    The leader shook his head. ¡°If it was a trap, we could still win. We had already caught two of his teammates, and his Pokemon would be standing right in front of us, so we could attack it and knock it out instantly. That means we have five people against just three. Even if it¡¯s an ambush, we would still have the advantage.¡±


    The same man nodded but then asked another question. ¡°If he knows where the Aerodactyl is, why didn¡¯t his team catch it first?¡±


    The leader thought for a moment before answering. ¡°Maybe they were attacked by wild Pokemons before they could act. Or maybe he was trying to find his missing teammates to tell them about it. That¡¯s where we found him.¡±


    After hearing this explanation, the doubtful player lowered his head slightly, indicating that he had been convinced by the leader¡¯s reasoning.


    The leader then turned his attention back to the forest and shouted, ¡°We accept your offer! We¡¯re ready to exchange the Aerodactyl¡¯s location for not following you.¡±


    Hiding in the forest, Kay listened carefully. The moment he heard their response, he nodded. The plan had worked. He turned to Eevee and whispered his final instructions.


    ¡°Go and show them the way to the Aerodactyl¡¯s cave, but don¡¯t go out from this side of the forest where I¡¯m hiding. Exit from another direction so they don¡¯t know where I am.¡±


    Eevee gave a small nod before quietly making its way through the forest, careful not to expose Kay¡¯s position. Kay watched as his Pokemon disappeared into the darkness of the deep forest.


    When the leader shouted their answer, the forest remained silent. The team stood still, waiting for something to happen, but nothing did.


    The players exchanged confused glances, wondering if the deal had been a trick.


    Just when they began to doubt, a small figure emerged from the shadows. Eevee stepped onto the dirt road ahead of them, its brown fur blending slightly with the night.


    The little Pokemon stood completely still, its ears twitching slightly as it observed the enemy team.


    For a few moments, no one moved. The team watched Eevee cautiously, unsure if this was really their guide or if something else was about to happen.


    The leader was the first to react. He gave a small nod to his teammates, silently telling them to follow.


    The moment they took their first steps forward, Eevee turned around and started walking.


    Its fluffy tail swayed with each step as it calmly led them deeper into the wilderness.


    It didn¡¯t run, nor did it hesitate, it simply guided them like it knew exactly where it was going.


    The group followed closely, moving carefully through the forest path. The dim moonlight barely illuminated their surroundings, but they kept using their flashlights to keep following Eevee, making sure not to lose sight of it.


    Meanwhile, hidden deep within the trees, Kay moved stealthily. He followed them from a safe distance, stepping lightly to avoid making noise. His heart pounded, but he forced himself to stay calm.


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    Eevee continued leading the group toward the Aerodactyl¡¯s cave, its small paws barely making a sound as it moved.


    The team followed closely, their eyes locked on the little Pokemon, making sure not to lose sight of it. The night was quiet, except for the occasional rustling of leaves in the wind.


    After a while, they arrived at the base of a large mountain. At the top, the dark entrance of a cave loomed over them.


    Eevee stopped in its tracks and raised one of its front paws, pointing toward the cave.


    The enemy team followed Eevee¡¯s gesture and lifted their heads, staring at the cave''s entrance in the mountain wall. They had finally reached their destination.


    Eevee then turned, ready to leave, but before it could escape, the team leader whispered something to one of his teammates.


    The trainer of Geodude nodded in understanding and gave his Pokemon a quiet command.


    ¡°Geodude, use Stone Edge,¡± he instructed.


    Without hesitation, Geodude slammed its fists onto the ground, and suddenly, three massive stones erupted from the earth, trapping Eevee inside a rocky prison. Eevee''s escape was blocked from all sides.


    Before Eevee could even try to use Dig to escape, the leader smirked and ordered the Geodude trainer to take extra precautions.


    ¡°Now, use Mud Sport on the ground beneath it,¡± the leader said.


    Geodude obeyed, covering the ground inside the stone prison with wet, sticky mud using Mud Sport.


    This would prevent Eevee from using the move Dig to escape. The leader crossed his arms, satisfied with his plan.


    Kay, who had been watching everything from his hidden position in the trees, clenched his fists in frustration.


    He wanted to run in and save Eevee, but he knew he was outnumbered. If he made a move now, it would only put himself and Eevee in even greater danger, so he decided to wait for the right moment.


    Then, the leader raised his voice and shouted into the darkness, ¡°I know you can hear me!¡± He was speaking directly to Kay who was still hiding.


    ¡°Don¡¯t worry. I¡¯m only keeping your Eevee here until I confirm that the Aerodactyl is inside.¡±


    But in reality, the leader had a different plan. ¡®If the Aerodactyl is inside, we¡¯ll capture it first. Then, we¡¯ll attack Eevee to eliminate it from the battle. After that, we¡¯ll ask for another Pokemon and try to catch it to win the special item.¡¯


    Unaware of the leader¡¯s true intentions, Kay stayed silent, watching closely from his hiding spot.


    Meanwhile, one of the enemy trainers turned to his Spearow and gave it an order.


    ¡°Spearow, fly up and check the cave. See if you can detect the Aerodactyl, but don¡¯t go inside. It¡¯s too risky in the dark.¡±


    Spearow flapped its wings and soared into the night sky, heading toward the cave entrance.


    However, the darkness was too deep, and the moon was hidden behind thick clouds.


    The small bird Pokemon circled the cave several times, but it couldn¡¯t see anything inside.


    Eventually, Spearow returned to its trainer and shook its head, signaling that it had found nothing.


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    The team exchanged glances before coming to a decision.


    ¡°We¡¯ll have to climb the mountain ourselves,¡± the leader announced. ¡°Let¡¯s go.¡±


    One by one, the team members began climbing up the rocky surface of the mountain, moving carefully but quickly.


    Only one person stayed behind; the Geodude trainer. His job was to guard Eevee and make sure it didn¡¯t escape.


    As the enemy team members were climbing the mountain, almost reaching the cave, the Geodude trainer stayed behind, watching them carefully. He was focused on their progress, making sure nothing unexpected happened.


    But suddenly, he heard the sound of footsteps running toward him. His eyes widened in surprise as he turned around just in time to see Geodude rolling backward, knocked away after something hit it.


    Standing in its place was a Growlithe. Before the Geodude trainer could react, Growlithe sprinted toward the stone prison where Eevee was trapped.


    With two swift, powerful kicks, Growlithe shattered one of the massive stones using Double Kick, freeing Eevee instantly.


    The sound of the breaking rocks echoed through the night, reaching the ears of the trainers climbing the mountain.


    They all stopped in their tracks and turned around. What they saw left them completely shocked.


    The leader of the team narrowed his eyes.¡¯ Another Pokemon? But how? ¡® He had been certain that only one enemy player was hiding in the forest. Where did this Growlithe come from?


    Reacting quickly, the trainers gave their Pokemons the same order.


    ¡°Go down and help Geodude in the fight!¡±.


    Because of the harsh terrain of the mountain, the Pokemons needed some time to reach the battle, so until then the Geodude was in a two vs one battle.


    As the Geodude trainer prepared for battle, he suddenly noticed movement from the forest.


    A young man stepped out from the shadows, walking confidently toward the battlefield. It was Kay.


    As the enemy team began processing what was happening, they began rushing back down, trying to control the situation. But Kay acted first.


    ¡°Eevee! Use Double Team, then Bite!¡± Kay commanded.


    ¡°Growlithe! Use Helping Hand!¡± he added.


    The Geodude trainer chuckled at Kay¡¯s instructions. ¡°Are you serious? Do you really think a weak attack like this can hurt my Geodude? Geodude, use Rock Throw! After you find the real one, use Stone Edge!¡±


    Kay simply smiled, not answering. He knew exactly what he was doing.


    Eevee dashed toward Geodude, splitting into multiple copies that launched toward the Rock-type Pokemon.


    Geodude quickly attacked, launching rocks toward the Eevee clones. One by one, they vanished upon impact, but Eevee kept moving.


    Just as Geodude jumped to use Stone Edge, Eevee was already in position. Moving at high speed, Eevee lunged forward and used Bite on Geodude¡¯s face.


    The attack connected, dealing some damage, though not a significant amount, but it was successful in preventing Geodude from using Stone Edge.


    ¡°Eevee, one more time!¡± Kay shouted.


    Eevee quickly retreated a short distance, preparing for another charge. Meanwhile, the rest of the enemy team¡¯s Pokemons were almost at the battle scene. The Geodude trainer saw this and took action.


    ¡°Geodude, use Ice Punch on Eevee!¡± he ordered.


    Kay countered immediately. ¡°Eevee, endure the hit and use Bite again!¡±


    Geodude¡¯s icy fist struck Eevee in the face, causing it to shiver from the cold damage. But Eevee didn¡¯t stop. It pushed forward, using Bite on Geodude once more.


    Again, the attack didn¡¯t deal massive damage, but this time, something unexpected happened; Geodude flinched!


    Kay¡¯s eyes lit up. This was his chance.


    ¡°Now, retreat!¡± he commanded.


    Without hesitation, Kay and his Pokemons dashed back into the forest, disappearing into the shadows of the night before Geodude recovered from its flinch state.


    As Geodude recovered from its flinched state, it tried to move forward, but it was too slow.


    Kay, Eevee, and Growlithe had already disappeared into the forest. Even the humans were much faster than Geodude, making it impossible to chase after them.


    Geodude and its trainer stood there, waiting for the other team members to arrive. Soon, they came running down from the mountain, looking frustrated.


    The same teammate who had been hesitating before turned to the leader and spoke angrily. ¡°Didn''t I tell you it would be a trap?¡±


    The leader stayed silent for a moment, thinking. Then, he finally spoke.


    ¡°I know I said it wouldn¡¯t be a trap, but we can¡¯t be sure yet. When we were climbing, I noticed something interesting, there were large claw marks on the stone near the cave entrance. I think those were left by Aerodactyl.¡±


    The team members looked at each other, processing this information.


    The leader continued, ¡°It¡¯s true that the player escaped, but before we worry about that, we should check if the cave is really Aerodactyl¡¯s home. If it is, we can still complete our goal.¡±


    After a brief discussion, the team agreed. Instead of chasing Kay, they decided to continue climbing the mountain and investigate the cave.


    This time, they took extra precautions. They agreed that no one would stay behind.


    All of them would climb together, making sure no one was left alone to be attacked by another hidden trainer.


    With their decision made, the entire team began their climb once again, moving carefully toward the cave.


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 CH41: Intermediate Steel stage

    Kay kept running through the dark forest, trying to put as much distance as possible between himself and the enemy team. But suddenly, his foot caught on something hard, and he stumbled forward.


    As he looked down, he realized he had stepped on a Geodude that was sleeping right in the middle of the road. The sudden impact woke the Pokemon up, and it growled in surprise.


    Kay didn''t know why a Geodude was resting there, but he couldn''t waste time thinking.


    If it made too much noise, it could attract wild Pokemons, or even worse, alert the enemy team to his location.


    Without hesitation, he shouted, ¡°Growlithe! Use Double Kick! Eevee! Support it with Helping Hand! Then finish it with Bite!¡±


    Growlithe and Eevee responded immediately. Growlithe leaped forward, delivering two strong kicks that sent Geodude rolling backward.


    At the same time, Eevee¡¯s Helping Hand boosted Growlithe¡¯s power. Before Geodude could react, Growlithe dashed in and used a strong Bite on its face, knocking it out instantly.


    Kay let out a breath of relief. ¡°Good job. Now, let¡¯s¡ª¡±


    Before he could finish, he noticed something strange. A faint glow was coming from Growlithe¡¯s body.


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened as he quickly realized what was happening. ¡°Growlithe, you¡¯re breaking through to the Intermediate Steel Stage.¡±


    Growlithe was about to break through to the next substage, but its body''s glow inside the night''s darkness could expose their position or attract wild Pokemons.


    Kay knew they had to find a safe place before letting Growlithe complete the process.


    ¡°Try to hold it for now, we¡¯ll find a better place first.¡±


    Growlithe gave a determined nod and suppressed its energy as best as it could.


    As they continued running, Kay¡¯s sharp eyes caught sight of a cave entrance. It looked empty and quiet. Without wasting any time, he led his Pokemons inside.


    Once they were safely inside, Kay turned to Growlithe. ¡°Alright, now you can finish breaking through.¡±


    Growlithe let out a soft growl of acknowledgment. ¡°Graaw¡­¡±


    A deep crimson-red glow surrounded Growlithe¡¯s body, with streaks of orange and yellow flickering like flames.


    The energy filled the cave, creating a warm and powerful presence. Kay watched closely, knowing that this was an important moment.


    Kay didn¡¯t carry any Power Stones with him because using a Power Stone during a Pokemon''s first breakthrough could be risky.


    Letting it happen naturally was the safest way; The energy in the environment was enough.


    After about three minutes, the glow faded, and Growlithe stood there, looking the same on the outside. But Kay knew that Growlithe had become much stronger.


    Kay nodded in satisfaction. ¡°Nice work.¡±


    Now, he had to decide what to do next. He had two options:


    The first option is to go back and search for his teammates to organize a counterattack.


    But that would take time, and by the time they returned, the enemy team might have already caught Aerodactyl especially if the Bronze Stage Aerodactyl wasn¡¯t there.


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    The second one is to try to stop them by himself.


    Kay clenched his fist, thinking hard. He didn¡¯t have much time to decide.


    After thinking for some time, Kay made his decision, he would try to stop them alone.


    If he went back to find his teammates and the enemy team caught Aerodactyl, it would be almost impossible to get the Pokemon later even if they called for another one. He couldn¡¯t take that risk.


    Meanwhile, on the mountain, the enemy team continued climbing toward the cave.


    The leader suddenly noticed a brief red glow coming from the forest below. The light flashed for a moment and then disappeared quickly.


    His eyes narrowed. ¡°That must be the trainer who ran away earlier,¡± he thought.


    However, the light was too far away now. He couldn¡¯t afford to leave his team and chase after it, that would just waste time.


    Still, something didn¡¯t feel right. After a few moments of thinking, he realized that if the trainer was running away, he should be far more than that.


    The leader concluded that the enemy was hiding, watching them, and planning something, so he decided to stay cautious.


    Once they arrived at the cave, he gave new instructions.


    ¡°We¡¯ll split into two small teams, one team will go inside the cave to check if Aerodactyl is here. The other team will stay at the entrance and keep watch to avoid any surprises.¡±


    His teammates nodded in agreement.


    As they stood at the entrance, they began discussing who would be in each group.


    Meanwhile, deep in the forest, Kay was watching Growlithe finishing its breakthrough. He took out his Pokedex to check its updated stats.


    Growlithe:


    Potential: Red


    Stage: Intermediate Steel


    Moveset:


    Ember (Expert)


    Double Kick (Expert)


    Helping Hand (Novice)


    Sunny Day (Proficient)


    Double Team (Proficient)


    Kay was excited about Growlithe¡¯s breaking through, he now had two Pokemons; one in the Superior Steel stage and the other one in the Intermediate Steel stage even though he was still an F-rank trainer. But he didn¡¯t have time for excitement he needed to act fast.


    Kay was deep in thought as he watched the other team at the top of the mountain. They seemed to be discussing something, and he tried to figure out their next move.


    After a few moments, he noticed that the leader and two members had entered the cave while the remaining trainers stayed outside.


    The ones who remained at the entrance were the trainers of Metapod and Spearow.


    Kay cursed under his breath. He had planned to attack while they were inside the cave, but it seemed the leader had anticipated his move and taken precautions.


    Now, attacking directly would be more difficult. Determined not to give up, Kay carefully reduced the distance between himself and the enemy team, using the darkness of the night to stay hidden within the forest.


    However, without a Flying-type Pokemon, he couldn''t launch an aerial assault, and approaching them with Growlithe or Eevee without being noticed would be extremely hard.


    Just as he was trying to figure out his next move, Eevee suddenly jumped and turned, growling in the direction behind them.


    Kay immediately became alert, sensing that something was wrong. Then he heard footsteps approaching from the distance.


    His mind raced with confusion. He had just seen the other team enter the cave, how could they have managed to circle around him? Or was it someone else entirely?


    As the footsteps grew closer, Kay realized it wasn¡¯t just one person, but three. Preparing himself for a possible fight, he was about to give Eevee the command to attack when the three figures finally appeared.


    Kay recognized them instantly. They were his own teammates, the ones who had stayed behind when Kay and the other two trainers had gone to investigate the enemy team.


    Kay quickly asked them what they were doing there, and they explained that after waiting for a long time, they had started searching for them.


    While passing through the area, they had heard noises and decided to investigate, which led them to Kay.


    Understanding the situation, Kay wasted no time and began explaining that the other team was close to winning.


    He told them that Aerodactyl was most likely inside the cave ahead and that if they didn''t act fast, the enemy team would capture it first.


    Knowing they had to come up with a plan quickly, they brainstormed a way to turn the situation in their favor.


    Finally, they formulated a strategy. Onix would use Dig to tunnel underground until it reached the base of the mountain.


    Once there, it would emerge and extend its head to the edge near the cave''s entrance, forming a bridge. That was possible because the mountain¡¯s height was nearly the same as Onix.


    Ponyta would then profit from the moment of confusion and use Quick Attack, dashing across Onix''s body to reach the peak of the mountain.


    Upon arrival, it would immediately attack the enemy Pokemons that were guarding the entrance to the cave.


    Once Ponyta launched its surprise attack, the rest of their Pokemons would climb up Onix to reach the cave''s entrance.


    Kay predicted that upon seeing multiple Pokemons charging toward them, the trainers guarding the entrance would panic and retreat inside the cave to seek protection.


    If everything went according to plan, this would give them the perfect opportunity to strike back.


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 CH42: Hard decision

    After they all agreed to the plan, they quickly began putting it into action. Onix''s trainer took out its Pokeball and began whispering to it giving Onix clear instructions.


    He told it to stay quiet when coming out and to immediately use Dig to go underground since its large body could easily expose their position.


    Then, he threw the Pokeball, and Onix appeared, doing exactly as instructed. However, despite their efforts, the ground shook slightly.


    Kay tensed up as he noticed that the two enemy trainers guarding the cave entrance also heard the noise.


    They looked around cautiously but didn¡¯t dare to leave their position to investigate. The team remained hidden, holding their breath, hoping their plan would still work.


    The other trainer then called out his Sandshrew to be ready to attack the moment Onix emerged.


    Meanwhile, Ponyta''s trainer hasn¡¯t summoned her Pokemon yet, knowing that its fiery mane will be too visible in the darkness.


    Kay and his team waited in silence, like runners at the starting line, ready to charge forward as soon as Onix appeared.


    Moments later, Onix resurfaced near the base of the mountain. It quickly stretched its body upward, biting onto the edge near the cave¡¯s entrance to create a stable path for its teammates.


    Seeing the signal, Ponyta¡¯s trainer finally released it, and as soon as it appeared, Ponyta took off, galloping across Onix¡¯s back.


    Eevee and Sandshrew followed right behind, but Ponyta, being the fastest, surged ahead, using Quick Attack to accelerate even more.


    The trainers of Spearow and Metapod, who had been guarding the entrance, froze in confusion when they saw Onix suddenly emerge from underground and bite into the mountainside right beside them.


    They were momentarily stunned, struggling to process the massive Pokemon¡¯s sudden appearance.


    Their hesitation lasted only a moment. When they saw Ponyta racing toward them at full speed, they quickly snapped back to reality and shouted commands to their Pokemons.


    "Spearow, use Gust!"


    "Metapod, String Shot!"


    The two Pokemon reacted instantly. Spearow flapped its wings, sending a strong gust of wind toward Ponyta, while Metapod shot out sticky silk in an attempt to slow it down. But Ponyta¡¯s trainer had already anticipated this.


    "Ponyta, Flame Charge!" she commanded.


    Ponyta''s body ignited as it charged forward, moving even faster while burning away the String Shot.


    It dashed past the wind attack and continued its relentless approach toward the entrance.


    The enemy trainers realized they stood no chance of stopping it. Seeing the fast Pokemon coming at full speed, they made a quick decision.


    Without wasting any more time, they recalled their Pokemons and ran inside the cave, retreating before they could be overwhelmed.


    Kay was happy that his plan had worked just as he had hoped. Now, they had to decide what to do next.


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    "Now that we succeeded in pushing them inside the cave, we should quickly move to the next phase before they inform the other trainers inside and return," Kay said.


    Before anything else, Kay told his team about the Bronze Stage Aerodactyl that he found inside the cave before and shared why he believed it was still there.


    "The Pokemons in the cave are a herd of Aerodactyls. From what I had read before; even though Pokemons are not very different from the animals in our world, they still have some similar behaviors," Kay explained.


    He paused for a moment to let his words sink in, then continued, "A herd of Aerodactyls would act like a herd of animals on many sides. And just like any other animal group, they always have a leader that is stronger than the rest."


    One of the other trainers spoke up, nodding in agreement. "And the leader of the Aerodactyls would be the Bronze Stage Aerodactyl."


    "Exactly!" Kay nodded. "And just like in the animal world, a leader doesn¡¯t leave its spot unless something very dangerous threatens its herd."


    The female trainer of Ponyta thought for a moment before adding, "But on this island, the leader Aerodactyl is the only Bronze Stage Pokemon. That means there wouldn¡¯t be any threats strong enough to force it to leave its position."


    "That¡¯s right," Kay replied. "So, the opponent team will find that the only Bronze stage Pokemon on this island was inside this cave."


    Now that his teammates understood his point, Kay continued. "About ten minutes have passed since they entered the cave. I think they will reach the Aerodactyls any moment now. Do you have any suggestions on what we should do next?"


    Sandshrew''s trainer was the first to speak. "We should collapse the cave entrance on them while making noise. That way, they will be forced to fight the Aerodactyl herd that would wake up because of the noise caused by the destruction of the cave¡¯s entrance."


    He then added, "This would eliminate the opponent team and also weaken the Aerodactyl herd, which would make it easier for us to capture the Aerodactyl with the red mark."


    As soon as he finished, the other team members'' expressions darkened. They were clearly shocked by how brutal his suggestion was. A heavy silence followed as they struggled to process what he had just said.


    After a few moments, Kay spoke up again, trying to break the silence. "I agree with this idea, and I have two reasons for it. First, when the organizers told us that we would be ¡®eliminated¡¯ if we lost the game, we didn¡¯t know what they really meant. It could be something serious."


    He took a deep breath before continuing. "The second reason is what happened to the other members of the investigation team; the ones I told you were captured by the opponent team. When I found them, they were tied to a tree, but I didn¡¯t see their Pokemons anywhere. I¡¯m afraid that their Pokemons were killed."


    His teammates were shocked. "Killed?" one of them whispered.


    Kay¡¯s voice grew colder. "When I was spying on the other team earlier, I heard one of them say that they were eating Pidgey meat. But this island only has Rock-Type Pokemons, so where would a Pidgey come from?"


    Realization dawned on them. "The Pidgey must have belonged to one of the captured trainers," one of them muttered.


    Kay nodded without adding any words leaving the team members thinking about their choices.


    At first, Kay didn¡¯t think that they could be brutal to the degree that they would eat a trainer¡¯s Pokemon, but later he remembered what the masked man said before; ¡®The island contained the Pokemons from a Rock-type dungeon break¡¯


    After hearing what Kay had said, all of them now understood that if they didn¡¯t act first, they might be the ones to suffer.


    If they didn¡¯t fight back, they could be the ones who ended up eliminated, or worse.


    It only took a few moments for them to decide. They all agreed to go with the first plan suggested by the Sandshrew trainer.


    Without wasting any more time, they ordered their Pokemons to attack.


    "Onix, use Hyper Beam!"


    "Ponyta, use Fire Blast!"


    "Sandshrew, use Mud Shot!"


    "Eevee, use Swift!"


    Eevee¡¯s Swift sent a wave of glowing stars flying into the cave. The bright light would wake up the Aerodactyls and make them alert.


    At the same time, Onix¡¯s Hyper Beam, Ponyta¡¯s Fire Blast, and Sandshrew¡¯s Mud Shot all hit the cave entrance at full power.


    The force of the combined attacks was too much for the already weak cave walls to handle.


    With a loud boom, the entrance collapsed instantly, sending dust and debris flying everywhere.


    The impact was so strong that the noise echoed throughout the cave, reaching deep inside where the Aerodactyls were resting.


    For a moment, everything was silent.


    Then, from inside the cave, a chorus of angry screeches and roars erupted. The Aerodactyls were awake.


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 CH43: The end of the first game

    Kay and his team stood outside the cave, listening to the furious roars of the Aerodactyls.


    There was no turning back now. The opponent team was trapped inside, facing certain death.


    But Kay wasn¡¯t so sure. He knew that if the leader of the Aerodactyls wasn¡¯t there, even though the chances were low, the opponent team could still have a small hope of escaping. After all, an Aerodactyl herd wasn¡¯t usually that large.


    Inside the cave, the leader of the opponent team and his members moved cautiously. They were on high alert, checking their surroundings carefully to confirm if the information they had from Kay was true.


    After walking for some time, they neared the end of the rocky tunnel and saw a vast open area ahead. From a distance, they could spot several Aerodactyls resting on the ground.


    The leader immediately raised his hand, signaling his team to stop. He turned to them and whispered, ¡°It seems the information was correct. This cave is a nest of Aerodactyls. Move quietly and avoid making any noise.¡±


    Just as he finished speaking, a sudden rush of footsteps echoed behind them, coming from the entrance of the cave.


    The team turned around and saw the two members who had been guarding the cave entrance running toward them in a panic.


    The leader¡¯s heart sank, he knew something was wrong.


    The two men were panting heavily, struggling to explain what had happened. Their words came out in broken gasps, making it hard for the rest of the team to understand them.


    A sharp sound echoed through the cave before the leader could fully grasp the situation.


    Boom!


    A powerful explosion erupted from the entrance, shaking the entire cave. Dust and small rocks rained down from the ceiling.


    Then, out of the darkness, a sudden burst of bright stars shot toward them; it was a Swift!


    The glowing stars struck Spearow directly. Swift don¡¯t miss the target; that¡¯s why Kay had used it.


    Before the team could react, another sound filled the cave; a deep, guttural roar.


    The leader and his team turned their heads slowly. Their worst nightmare had come true. The loud explosion had awakened the Aerodactyls.


    The resting Pokemons screeched in anger, their crimson eyes glowing in the dim cave light. They flapped their wings aggressively, preparing to attack.


    Then, amid the chorus of roars, one stood out. It was deeper, stronger, and more terrifying.


    Even though they were far from the source, the sheer force of the roar was nearly deafening.


    Their bodies trembled as they heard it, the leader was the only one who understood what this strong roar meant.


    Then he turned to the other members with a serious expression and shouted, ¡±Run to the entrance! Try to clear a way for us to escape. I¡¯m sure the entrance has been blocked. I¡¯ll stay here and hold them off for as long as I can.¡±


    His voice was firm, leaving no room for argument.


    The team hesitated for a moment, unwilling to leave their leader behind, but before they could protest, he shouted, ¡°GO!¡±.


    With no choice, they turned and ran toward the entrance leaving the leader behind.


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    The remaining members of the opponent team sprinted toward the cave entrance, only to find their worst fears confirmed; massive boulders and rocks completely blocked it.


    Without wasting time, they commanded their Pokemons to attack the rock wall, trying to break through.


    But even after several powerful hits, it was clear that breaking out would take time which they didn¡¯t have.


    Before they could see any noticeable progress, the sound of beating wings echoed behind them.


    The Aerodactyls had arrived. The trainers turned to see a swarm of furious Aerodactyls charging toward them.


    They knew immediately that their leader couldn¡¯t hold them back any longer.


    ¡°We need to split up!¡± one of them shouted. ¡°Two of us attack the rock wall, and the other two hold off the Aerodactyls!¡±


    They followed the plan without hesitation, fighting back with all their strength. The two trainers at the entrance focused on destroying the rock wall, while the other two battled the incoming Pokemons.


    But as time passed, it became clear that the Aerodactyls were too many.


    ¡°We need more power to fight them off!¡± one trainer yelled. ¡°One of us has to stop attacking the rock wall and help hold them back!¡±


    They adjusted their plan. Now, only one trainer kept attacking the rock wall while the other three defended.


    For a while, they held their ground well, knocking out several Aerodactyls and pushing them back.


    But then, everything changed.


    A powerful, deep roar filled the cave, shaking the ground beneath them.


    A new Aerodactyl appeared; one larger than the others. Its presence alone sent shivers down their spines and intimidated their Pokemons.


    One trainer quickly pulled out his Pokedex and scanned it. His face turned pale as he read the results.


    He turned to his teammates and whispered, ¡°Guys¡­ that¡¯s an Inferior Bronze stage Aerodactyl. It seemed the only Bronze stage Pokemon on this island was inside this cave.¡±


    The team froze.


    Outside the cave, Kay and his teammates remained hidden. They knew that at any moment, the Aerodactyls would break free, and they had to be ready.


    They had already decided on their plan: Stay alert and wait. The moment they spotted the Aerodactyl with the red mark, they would launch a full attack and capture it.


    Once they had it, they would escape into the forest. Huge Flying-type Pokemons like Aerodactyls had difficulty navigating through dense trees, so they wouldn¡¯t be able to chase them effectively.


    Then, they heard it.


    Boom!


    A powerful attack slammed into the rock wall from the inside.


    Another attack followed.


    Then another.


    For a while, the attacks kept coming without breaking through.


    But then¡ª


    CRASH!


    A massive explosion shattered the entrance, sending debris flying in all directions.


    The first Pokemon to emerge was the largest Aerodactyl of them all; the leader of the herd.


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened. ¡®It¡¯s here¡¯.


    One by one, more Aerodactyls followed, flying out of the cave and disappearing into the night sky.


    Kay observed them carefully. There were fewer than before, which meant the opponent team had put up a serious fight.


    Then, just as Kay expected, another Aerodactyl appeared this one with a red mark on its body.


    It was injured, its right wing barely flapping. It struggled to stay in the air.


    Kay gave the signal.


    ¡°Now!¡±


    Eevee, Ponyta, and Sandshrew launched their combined attack at the injured Aerodactyl.


    Before it could react, Kay threw a special Pokeball given to them by the masked man.


    This Pokeball wasn¡¯t like the ones used by normal trainers. Instead of the usual red top, its upper half was completely black.


    The Pokeball struck the injured Aerodactyl, releasing a burst of red light that wrapped around the massive creature.


    In an instant, the powerful Pokemon was pulled inside the sphere, which dropped to the ground with a soft thud.


    Kay watched, his heart pounding, as the Pokeball trembled violently, shaking from side to side.


    Then, with a final click, the Pokeball stopped moving. A strange mix of relief, excitement, and disbelief washed over him.


    As he stared at the Pokeball resting on the ground, a childhood memory flashed through his mind.


    He remembered sitting in front of a screen, watching Ash Ketchum throw Pokeballs at wild Pokemon, capturing them in thrilling battles.


    Now, he had done the same thing but not in a game, not in a story, but in reality. For the first time, he truly felt like a Pokemon trainer.


    A robotic voice interrupted his thoughts coming from the Pokeball.


    "Target captured. First game completed.¡±


    Kay exchanged glances with his teammates. It was dawn now, they had made it this far, but the game wasn¡¯t over yet. If they wanted to win, they had to stay alive until the time limit was up.


    Before they could celebrate their small victory, a deafening roar echoed across the mountain. Kay turned his head sharply and felt a chill run down his spine.


    The leader of the Aerodactyls was furious.


    Having already lost many members of its herd, it could not tolerate losing another, especially not to humans.


    Its wings flared wide, and with a single powerful flap, it sent a gust of wind so strong that it nearly knocked them off their feet. The rage in its eyes was unmistakable. It wasn¡¯t just angry, it wanted revenge.


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 CH44: Eevee lost

    Before they could celebrate their small victory, a deafening roar echoed across the mountain. Kay turned his head sharply and felt a chill run down his spine.


    The leader of the Aerodactyls was furious. Having already lost many members of its herd, it could not tolerate losing another, especially not to humans.


    Its wings flared wide, and with a single powerful flap, it sent a gust of wind so strong that it nearly knocked them off their feet. The rage in its eyes was unmistakable. It wasn¡¯t just angry, it wanted revenge.


    "We need to move, now!" one of the trainers shouted.


    Without hesitation, the Onix trainer called out his Pokemon. The massive rock snake emerged from its Pokeball with a loud roar, towering over them.


    At the trainer¡¯s command, Onix lowered its head, allowing everyone to climb onto its rocky body.


    As soon as they were on, Onix turned its head and put them down near the mountain base.


    By the time they reached the base of the mountain, the Aerodactyls were already near them, ready to attack.


    Knowing that keeping Onix out would only slow them down, its trainer quickly recalled it into its Pokeball. But they weren¡¯t safe yet.


    The Aerodactyls were coming for them, so if they didn¡¯t act fast, they would be caught before they could escape.


    Thinking quickly, the Sandshrew trainer gave his command.


    "Sandshrew, use Sandstorm!"


    The small Ground-type Pokemon spun in place, kicking up a thick cloud of dust and sand.


    The air turned hazy, making it difficult to see. The Aerodactyls screeched in frustration, momentarily blinded by the storm.


    But their hesitation didn¡¯t last long. The Aerodactyls used Gust and cleared the sandstorm in an instant.


    However, it was too late.


    That short moment of confusion had given Kay and his team enough time to dash into the forest.


    As Kay and his team sprinted toward the forest, the Aerodactyls roared behind them, giving chase.


    The trainers were only a few meters from the forest, and safety was within reach. But just as they were about to enter the forest, the Aerodactyl leader dived toward them at an incredible speed.


    A bright glow gathered in its mouth, and Kay¡¯s eyes widened in alarm. ¡°Hyper Beam!¡±


    Kay knew they wouldn¡¯t make it in time. The attack was too fast, and they had no cover.


    Without hesitation, he called out, "Eevee, use Swift! Everyone, order your Pokemons to attack it now!"


    The other trainers reacted instantly, shouting commands to their Pokemons. Many attacks shot forward, clashing with the incoming Hyper Beam.


    But it wasn¡¯t enough.


    The sheer power difference between their Steel-stage Pokemons and the Bronze-stage Aerodactyl was too great.


    Their combined attacks only weakened the beam slightly before it crashed into the ground between their Pokemons, sending a shockwave through the air. The impact sent all of the Pokemons flying in different directions.


    Only Onix remained standing, its massive weight preventing it from being thrown away.


    Kay quickly assessed the situation. They couldn¡¯t afford to fight here. "Tell your Pokemons to hold off the Aerodactyls! Once we reach the forest, they can retreat and follow us!" he shouted.


    ''Hopefully, the leader Aerodactyl couldn''t move for some moments after using Hyper Beam, so the Pokemons would have to deal with only Aerodactyls from the same stage'' Kay thought.


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    The trainers hesitated for a second but then nodded, realizing it was their best chance. They turned to their Pokemons, giving them the same orders.


    Kay glanced at Eevee before running. He had already warned his Pokemon earlier to not take unnecessary risks.


    The other Pokemons would hold back the Aerodactyls, but Eevee had to prioritize its own safety.


    The trainers bolted into the forest, pushing deeper inside to avoid special attacks. The thick trees made it impossible for the large-winged Aerodactyls to follow. They finally stopped, catching their breath as they listened for any signs of pursuit.


    Then, one by one, their Pokemons began returning. Ponyta was the first to arrive, galloping through the trees at full speed.


    Then, after a few tense moments, Onix burst out from the ground, having used Dig to enter the dense forest.


    Kay¡¯s heart was still racing as he scanned the area. ¡®Where is Eevee?¡¯ His eyes flicked to the other Pokemons. "Where are the rest?" he asked.


    But Ponyta and Onix didn¡¯t seem to know. They had been fighting far from the others and had no idea what had happened to Eevee or Sandshrew.


    Kay checked his Pokedex for the tenth no, fiftieth time. Eevee was still alive, but the screen showed no further details. That should have reassured him, but something was telling him something was wrong.


    Then, a soft thud made him turn.


    The Sandshrew trainer had fallen to his knees, staring at his Pokedex with wide, empty eyes.


    Kay¡¯s breath caught in his throat. He knew what that meant.


    Sandshrew was dead.


    Silence fell over the group. No one spoke. No one moved. Kay clenched his fists, his mind racing. Eevee was still out there. He couldn¡¯t wait any longer.


    "I''m going back for Eevee," he said firmly.


    No one objected. They didn¡¯t even look at him.


    He understood why.


    They were teammates in this game, but in the next game, they could be enemies. They had no reason to help him now.


    Kay reached into his bag and pulled out the Pokeball containing the Aerodactyl he had caught. Without hesitation, he tossed it onto the ground near them.


    Then, without another word, he turned and ran back toward the forest entrance hoping to find Eevee safe.


    Kay could still hear the roars of the Aerodactyls echoing near the forest entrance.


    His body tensed at the sound, but despite the danger, he knew he couldn''t just stand by and do nothing. Eevee was out there, alone and maybe in a dangerous state.


    He gripped Growlithe¡¯s Pokeball tightly, knowing that his fire Pokemon was his only hope of finding Eevee and making it back safely. Taking a deep breath, he ran through the trees, his heart pounding with every step.


    Within moments, he reached the forest entrance. As soon as he caught sight of the Aerodactyls flying in the open sky, he slowed his pace, shifting from running to careful, silent steps.


    The last thing he needed was to alert them. He crouched behind a thick tree trunk and scanned the area where they had left their Pokemons to fight.


    His eyes darted around, searching desperately for any sign of Eevee. Instead, his gaze landed on something else; something that made his stomach churn.


    The lifeless body of Sandshrew lay on the ground, its motionless form surrounded by two Aerodactyls tearing into its flesh.


    Kay clenched his fists, forcing himself to look away, what was important now was only finding Eevee, not something else.


    He knew the rules of this world. The strong eat the weak.


    When Pokemons died outside dungeons, they didn¡¯t drop any Power Stones or crystals. Their bodies remained, just like any other creature.


    Shaking off the uneasy feeling, Kay pulled Growlithe¡¯s Pokeball from his belt and released it.


    "Growlithe, find Eevee¡¯s scent," he ordered, his voice firm.


    Growlithe let out a serious bark, "Graaw..." Its expression was unlike anything Kay had ever seen before, with no playful energy, no wagging tail. Just pure focus.


    Kay knew that Growlithe understood the urgency of the situation. It lowered its nose to the ground and sniffed deeply.


    After a few moments, Growlithe suddenly raised its head and barked again, its tail stiffening.


    Kay understood immediately. "You found it?"


    Growlithe gave a short nod before bolting forward, weaving through the trees at full speed. Kay followed closely behind, his heart racing with anticipation.


    After several minutes of running, Growlithe stopped near a large tree and sniffed around its base.


    It walked a few steps forward before stopping at a patch of leaves and barking loudly for Kay to come over.


    Kay hurried to Growlithe¡¯s side and knelt down. On the leaf, Kay found some traces of blood, from Growlithe¡¯s expression Kay anticipated that it was Eevee¡¯s blood.


    Then he pushed aside the big leaf, revealing something unexpected; a small hole in the ground, just the right size for Eevee.


    His mind quickly pieced it together. Eevee must have used Dig to escape, but it was injured, so it couldn¡¯t keep digging for long.


    Kay¡¯s chest tightened. If Eevee was injured, it might still be in danger.


    Following the faint trail of blood on the forest floor, Kay and Growlithe continued deeper into the woods.


    The tracks led them to an enormous tree with a hollowed-out trunk. Kay peered inside and, in the dim light, spotted a small brown figure curled up inside.


    "Eevee!"


    Kay carefully picked up his partner. A wave of relief washed over him as he felt its warm body against his chest. Eevee was alive.


    He held Eevee close, feeling its soft fur against his skin. "You''re safe now," he whispered.


    Eevee stirred in his arms and slowly opened its eyes. It let out a weak bark, "Eevwee..." A faint but happy expression crossed its face as it looked up at him.


    Kay swallowed the lump in his throat. Eevee had a deep wound in its stomach, and though it had tried using Wish to heal itself, the injury was too severe for natural recovery.


    Without wasting a second, Kay pulled a Super Potion from his bag and sprayed it over Eevee¡¯s wound.


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 CH45: Searching for the teammates

    Kay looked at Eevee¡¯s wound, his expression darkening. The Super Potion had helped, but it wouldn¡¯t be enough.


    Eevee needed proper medical treatment, something far beyond what Kay could provide here in the wilderness.


    However, he knew there was no way to get Eevee treated before the game ended. They still had three more hours to endure before the 24-hour survival period was complete.


    Fortunately, Eevee¡¯s condition wasn¡¯t critical. It had managed to use Wish before collapsing, and the Super Potion had stabilized it for now. Everything would be fine if it could hold on for three more hours.


    Kay sat on the ground with Eevee resting in his arms. He stroked its fur gently, his mind replaying the battle.


    The other Pokemons had returned safely, yet Eevee had suffered severe injuries. That didn¡¯t make sense.


    He frowned and asked softly, "Why are you so hurt while the others made it back fine? I told you before the battle to avoid the leader."


    Eevee¡¯s ears twitched weakly, and it let out a few soft cries, "Eevwee... Eevwee..."


    Kay listened carefully, watching Eevee¡¯s expressions as it tried to explain. He didn¡¯t understand every detail, but thanks to their bond, he got the general idea.


    The leader Aerodactyl had specifically targeted Eevee. It hadn¡¯t attacked the other Pokemons as fiercely because it had recognized Eevee as Kay¡¯s partner.


    Kay was the one who captured the Aerodactyl in the Pokeball. The leader must have held a grudge against him and wanted revenge by going after Eevee.


    Kay clenched his fists. That damn Aerodactyl had almost killed Eevee just to get its revenge on him.


    What angered Kay the most was that he exposed Eevee to risks without even knowing.


    Taking a deep breath, he carefully picked up Eevee, making sure not to hurt it further. He returned Growlithe to its Pokeball and stood up.


    There was no point in staying here any longer. He needed to get back to the others and wait out the rest of the game.


    When Kay arrived at the spot where he had left his teammates, they were still gathered in the same place.


    As soon as he appeared, they all turned toward him, surrounding him with concerned expressions.


    "What happened to Eevee?" one of them asked, looking at the small injured Pokemon in his arms.


    "Is it okay?" another added.


    Kay looked around at their faces. He knew their concern wasn¡¯t genuine. Some of them were probably happy about Eevee¡¯s condition.


    After all, in this game, every teammate was also a potential enemy for future rounds. If one competitor lost a Pokemon, it meant less competition for the others.


    Kay didn¡¯t blame them. He would¡¯ve felt the same if the situation was reversed.


    Instead of responding to their fake concern, he changed the topic. "Did you guys decide what to do? Are we going to call another Pokemon, or should we just end the game here?"


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    One of them shook their head. "We haven¡¯t decided yet. We were waiting for you to return."


    Kay nodded. "Then let¡¯s call another Pokemon. Maybe we¡¯ll find it quickly. Who knows? It might even come to us on its own."


    The others hesitated at first, but Kay made a good point. The enemy team was already dead, which meant there was no longer any risk. They had nothing to lose by trying.


    After a brief discussion, they agreed to Kay¡¯s suggestion. Even if they didn¡¯t succeed, it wouldn¡¯t cost them anything.


    The trainer wearing the number 5 on his chest took a deep breath and pulled out the small device given to them by the masked man.


    His fingers hovered over the two buttons; one red, one green. He glanced around at his teammates one last time, making sure they were all in agreement. No one objected. With a firm press, he clicked the green button.


    A robotic female voice immediately echoed from the device:


    "Decision confirmed. Team 5 has chosen to call for another Pokemon after catching their first one."


    The group remained silent, waiting for the next instructions.


    "Your next target is an Onix with the same red mark."


    As soon as the announcement finished, the only woman in the group crossed her arms. "Even though we called for another Pokemon, we should stay here. This place is safe, and moving around might expose us to unnecessary danger."


    The Onix trainer, however, had another idea. "I think we should move. We can head toward the place where the other two members were caught. That way, we won¡¯t be stuck in the same location, and if we¡¯re lucky, we might find the Onix along the way."


    Kay nodded slightly, agreeing with the plan. It made sense. Staying in one place wasn¡¯t necessarily safe either. They were sitting ducks if something found them here.


    The woman hesitated but eventually sighed and nodded. She probably didn¡¯t like the idea but couldn¡¯t come up with a better one.


    Meanwhile, the Sandshrew trainer didn¡¯t say a word. He stood motionless, his expression blank, still shaken from losing his Pokemon.


    Kay glanced at him but didn¡¯t say anything. He understood the pain of losing a partner and pushing him for an opinion now wouldn¡¯t help.


    Kay finally spoke, "I¡¯m fine with moving, as long as we don¡¯t leave the forest. The Aerodactyls are still waiting outside, and the trees are our only protection against them."


    With that, the team began their journey deeper into the forest.


    This time, they only had one active Pokemon for protection; Ponyta.


    Onix, being massive, couldn¡¯t move easily in such dense woods, so they all agreed to keep it inside its Pokeball unless in emergencies.


    As they walked, the forest remained eerily quiet. No powerful Pokemons jumped out at them. The only creatures they encountered were small and weak.


    Kay noticed this unnatural silence. Normally, a forest like this would be teeming with life, with Pokemons appearing constantly.


    But the Aerodactyls'' presence must have scared off the Pokemons, driving them deeper into the woods.


    At least, for now, that meant they didn¡¯t have to worry about immediate danger.


    After a few moments of walking through the dense forest, the team finally reached the place where their two captured teammates had been tied.


    Kay, raised his hand, signaling the others to slow down.


    The team obeyed, stepping carefully as they moved forward. Kay took the lead, advancing cautiously.


    His eyes scanned the ground, checking for any signs of the opponents. As they got closer, his gaze settled on the spot where the camp had been set up earlier. But what he saw made him freeze in place.


    A man lay on the ground, his body lifeless, his clothes soaked in blood. The sight of the slaughtered man sent a wave of shock through the entire team.


    Just a while ago, this was the same place where Kay had seen his teammates being captured. How did this happen? Who killed this man?


    The man was the trainer from the opponent team who was left behind surveying the two trainers.


    Kay didn''t recognize him as he hadn''t seen it before, but he could conclude that thanks to his dress.


    No one spoke. They stood still, trying to process what they were seeing. The air around them felt heavier as if the forest itself had gone silent in response to the gruesome scene.


    As they were still investigating, a sudden loud noise echoed through the trees. It was a powerful sound; it seemed like the noise of a battle between two Pokemons.


    Kay and his teammates immediately turned toward the direction of the noise. Without hesitation, they ran toward the source, their footsteps crunching against the leaves and twigs beneath them.


    As they reached the clearing, they saw a massive Pokemon stomping its feet, its rock-hard body covered in dust. It was a Rhyhorn.


    But what caught their attention more was the scene of a Machop facing the Rhyhorn while two trainers stood far away; one of them was commanding the Pokemon in the battle.


    These two trainers were their teammates who were caught by the opponent team before.


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 CH46: Shocking surprise

    Kay watched the battle carefully and noticed that Machop was doing very well. Its Fighting-type moves were super effective against Rhyhorn, the Rock-type Pokemon. With every hit, Rhyhorn struggled more and more to fight back.


    Since the battle was going smoothly, the team decided not to interfere. They stood back and let Machop finish the fight.


    As Kay observed, he noticed something that confirmed his suspicion; Machop was fighting alone, while two trainers stood behind watching.


    The opponent team must have really killed Pidgey. What they ate the day before was really the meat of Pidgey they killed.


    After two intense minutes, Machop delivered a powerful Cross Chop, hitting Rhyhorn with full force.


    The Rock-type Pokemon let out a deep growl before collapsing onto the ground and fainting.


    With the battle over, Machop¡¯s trainer turned toward the team and smiled. "Glad to see you again," he said.


    Then, he looked at them seriously and asked, "What happened with the game? Did you catch the Pokemon?"


    The trainer with the number 5 on his chest stepped forward and answered while showing the black Pokeball, "Yes, we caught the Aerodactyl, and we decided to call for another Pokemon.¡±


    He stopped for an instant like recalling something then he continued, ¡°But before that, we found a dead man while coming here. Was it you who killed him?"


    Before they could respond, Kay interrupted, "I saw you last night tied up in the enemy¡¯s camp. How did you manage to escape?"


    The trainer with the number 33 on his chest took a deep breath and explained while looking toward Kay, "When you stayed behind, we decided to attack the enemy¡¯s camp. We thought that if anything went wrong, you would be behind us and could help. But we didn¡¯t expect that they had a Zubat, which quickly spotted us."


    The woman on the team nodded and said, "So that¡¯s how they caught you?"


    The trainer continued, "Yes, they also attacked our Pokemon and took them away. But while we were captured, a wild Geodude suddenly attacked their camp. In the moment of chaos, Machop managed to escape from them."


    He paused for a moment, then added, "Unfortunately, before Machop could save us, they attacked it. I had no choice but to tell Machop to run and hide in the forest. But, as revenge¡­ they killed Pidgey."


    His voice became weaker at the last part as he glanced toward the young trainer who had lost his Pokemon.


    The team fell silent. Now it was clear that Kay¡¯s suspicions were right. The opponent team had indeed killed their teammate¡¯s Pokemon.


    A heavy feeling spread among them. Before, some of them had doubts about whether they were being too harsh by killing the enemy trainers. But now, after hearing what they had done, it felt like justice had been served.


    The team members slowly approached the young trainer who had lost his Pidgey.


    They tried to comfort him, offering him words of support. They even mentioned that Sandshrew¡¯s trainer had lost his Pokemon as well.


    Then the man with number 33 on his chest continued, "Then when I noticed that the guard began yawning, showing that he was drowsy I instructed Machop with a sign from my hand to attack him and to untie us"


    Then he stopped for a moment before saying, "When we managed to escape under my instructions it was easy to beat Zubat, then we killed it along with his trainer"


    After the team had regrouped, they decided to move carefully around their area. They wanted to search for the Onix while avoiding any possible dangers.


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    Staying in one place for too long felt too risky, and at this point, they just wanted to finish the game without any more losses.


    They walked slowly through the forest, staying alert for any threats. However, before they could find the Onix, the 24-hour time limit for the first game ended. The moment the time was up, a bright light flashed in front of them.


    Alakazam suddenly appeared. Next to it was the masked man wearing the Marowak mask.


    The man glanced at them and spoke in a calm but chilling voice. "It seems that you¡¯re all in one place. That will make my job easier."


    Before the team could react, Alakazam raised its spoons, and in a flash of energy, the entire team was teleported. Within seconds, they found themselves back at the base where they had first woken up.


    The teleportation made everyone dizzy. Some of them stumbled, struggling to keep their balance.


    Kay felt his stomach turn, and for a moment, he thought he was going to vomit. But as he looked up and saw the large crowd of players watching them, he forced himself to hold it in.


    Then, the masked man turned to Alakazam and said, "Let''s teleport back to bring the other team."


    Before Alakazam could act, the trainer who owned Onix with a serious expression said, "There¡¯s no reason to go back to bring the other team; they are all dead."


    The masked man simply stared at him, his voice cold and emotionless as he responded, "We will see about that."


    Then, the masked man and Alakazam disappeared in a flash of light, leaving the team standing in stunned silence.


    A few minutes later, another bright light filled the hall. As the glow faded, Alakazam reappeared, this time with two figures beside it.


    Kay¡¯s team froze. Their eyes widened, and their breath caught in their throats. Their jaws nearly hit the floor when they saw the other man standing near Alakazam.


    Standing next to the masked man was the leader of the opponent team.


    Kay¡¯s mind raced. This should have been impossible. The entire opponent team had been trapped inside the cave with the Aerodactyls.


    The only exception was the man they had found slaughtered earlier. There was no way anyone had survived¡­ right?


    Before they could fully process the situation, the masked man¡¯s voice rang out in the hall.


    "The result of this match is a tie."


    For a moment, silence hung in the air. Then, Kay and his teammates erupted in confusion, looking at each other as if trying to confirm they had all heard the same thing.


    Onix¡¯s trainer was the first to break, stepping forward with his fists clenched. "This is cheating! We caught the Pokemon! How did the game end in a tie? This is our victory!"


    The masked man turned his head slightly, his expression hidden but his tone colder than ever. "Didn¡¯t you ask for another Pokemon after catching the first one?"


    Onix¡¯s trainer stiffened. His anger drained, replaced by shock. His eyes widened, and his mouth opened slightly as the realization dawned on him.


    The last surviving member of the opponent team¡­ had caught the second Pokemon. They had unknowingly played themselves.


    Kay exhaled sharply, feeling frustration bubble in his chest. He didn¡¯t know that his proposition would snatch the victory from them.


    Ignoring the visible frustration of the team, the masked man turned away. He focused on the remaining players.


    "Next two teams, step forward, it¡¯s time for your match. You will now be teleported to the island."


    ***


    Back in the cave¡­


    When Kay¡¯s team had sealed the cave entrance, their opponents found themselves trapped in complete darkness, the echoes of screeching Aerodactyls bouncing off the stone walls.


    Panic set in immediately. With no other choice, they made a desperate decision: their leader would stay behind to "hold off" the Aerodactyls while the rest of the team worked on an escape route.


    But the leader had never planned to fight. Instead, the moment his teammates turned away, he silently recalled his Vulpix and crept into a narrow crevice in the cave wall, pressing himself against the stone.


    Then¡­ he waited.


    The Aerodactyls descended on his teammates in a frenzy, attacking with merciless precision.


    Their screeches mixed with the screams of his so-called allies. But the leader remained still, hidden, heart pounding against his ribs.


    He didn¡¯t flinch. He didn¡¯t try to help.


    ¡®It was their fault for trusting me in a tournament like this.¡¯


    From the moment he saw the Aerodactyl leader, he knew there was no escaping as a team. But alone, he had a chance.


    So he waited.


    And when the chaos settled and the Aerodactyls had left to search for another cave, and only silence remained he finally emerged.


    Carefully stepping over the remains of his former allies, he made his way toward the cave¡¯s exit.


    As he reached the cave¡¯s entrance, the forest stretched before him. He was free.


    He went far from the direction where Aerodactyls¡¯ roars were coming; they could be heard from a distance.


    As he walked alone, exhausted and covered in dust, he stumbled upon a massive Onix slithering through the woods.


    He noticed that this Onix had a weird red mark on his tail, so he understood that the other team had asked for another Pokemon.


    After an intense battle, he caught the Onix, seizing his victory.


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 CH47: Treating Eevee

    After catching the Onix, the leader didn¡¯t take any more risks. He found a hollow inside a tree and hid there, waiting in complete silence until the time for the first game finally ran out.


    Unlike the others, he had survived not by luck but through quick thinking and ruthless decision-making.


    Kay realized that this player was dangerous. He wasn¡¯t just skilled in battle; he was smart, opportunistic, and had no hesitation in abandoning his teammates if it meant saving himself.


    Kay could already tell that this person would be a serious challenge in future games.


    ¡®People who can make decisive decisions in dangerous situations are dangerous like him¡¯. That thought stayed in Kay¡¯s mind.


    The leader of the opposing team had abandoned his teammates, but in return, he had secured his own survival.


    Kay exhaled, pushing that thought aside for now. There was something else he needed to check. He turned his gaze toward the crowd, scanning the faces of the remaining players.


    He was looking for four specific people; the ones who had lost in the first round. But after a few moments, his eyes widened.


    They were gone.


    A heavy feeling settled in his stomach. He turned to a nearby player and quickly asked, "Where are the players from the team that lost the first round?"


    The player hesitated, glancing around nervously before lowering his voice. "After Alakazam teleported you guys to the island, a group of those masked Cubone men came. They took the players that lost the first game through that big door."


    The player paused, his expression darkening as if recalling something unsettling. Then he continued, "They also took the players that lost their Pokemons. Those guys tried to resist¡­ one of them even called out his Pokemon to fight back."


    Kay asked to push him to continue. "And?"


    The player shook his head. "The masked guys didn¡¯t even hesitate. They just summoned a ton of Cubones. The poor guy¡¯s Pokemon didn¡¯t stand a chance."


    He looked down at the ground before adding in a whisper, "They even killed that trainer¡¯s Pokemon. They¡¯re crazy, man¡­"


    A chill ran down Kay¡¯s spine. ''So that¡¯s what they meant by eliminated¡¯... He clenched his fists, but deep down, a small part of him thought that maybe they had only killed the Pokemon as a warning to the others. But he had no way of knowing for sure.


    At that moment, another urgent thought crossed his mind. Eevee!


    Eevee was seriously injured, and potions wouldn¡¯t be enough. Kay immediately rushed toward the Marowak-masked man and called out, "My Pokemon is too injured! Potions you gave us weren''t enough to heal it!"


    The masked man said nothing. He simply stood there, unmoving. His face was hidden behind the skull mask, so Kay couldn''t even tell if he was being ignored or if the man was actually considering his words. The silence stretched on, and Kay¡¯s frustration grew.


    ¡®He won¡¯t do anything unless he¡¯s ordered to by his superiors.¡¯¡­ That thought clicked in Kay¡¯s mind.


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    After everything he had seen so far, he was sure that this place followed a strict chain of command.


    The guards didn¡¯t make their own decisions. They only acted when given permission. Kay decided to use that to his advantage.


    With a confident voice, he spoke again. "If you don¡¯t inform your superior and my Eevee dies, you¡¯ll be the one getting punished."


    The masked man didn¡¯t react, so Kay pushed further. "The man with the red mask said that all players have equal chances in this game, right? If my Pokemon dies because you refused to treat it, then that rule won¡¯t apply to me anymore. That means your superiors will hold you responsible."


    Kay didn''t mention the name of Groudon because he didn''t know if the names of legendaries were known in this world or not.


    For the first time, Kay saw hesitation in the masked man¡¯s posture. It was small, but it was there. Kay knew he had struck a nerve.


    The Marowak-masked man didn¡¯t respond to Kay¡¯s words. He simply turned away and spoke to one of the Cubone-masked men, instructing him that he would be back soon.


    Without another word, he left through the large door. Kay felt a wave of relief wash over him.


    He had successfully convinced the masked man to act, but now everything depended on whether their leader would approve the request to heal Eevee.


    With no other choice but to wait, Kay returned to his seat, carrying Eevee gently in his arms. One of the guards motioned for him to sit, and he obeyed without protest.


    Looking down at his injured partner, Kay spoke softly, "Eevee, use Wish." The small Pokemon weakly let out a soft cry, its body glowing faintly as the healing energy activated.


    Even with this, it wouldn¡¯t be enough. The potions they received before the first game had already finished, and Eevee still wasn''t in good shape. Kay clenched his teeth and hoped that help would come soon.


    Time passed slowly, every second stretching into what felt like an eternity. Finally, after about half an hour, the large door creaked open once more.


    Kay immediately turned his gaze toward it, his heart pounding. The Marowak-masked man stepped back into the hall, but this time, he was not alone.


    Three guards flanked him on either side as he approached. When he reached Kay, he spoke in a cold and firm tone. "Player ''10F'' Follow me."


    Kay stood up without hesitation. He had been right; they had accepted his argument and agreed to help Eevee.


    Without saying a word, he followed them. This was the first time he had been allowed to leave the hall, and now he had the chance to see what was on the other side.


    The first thing he noticed was that after walking for just a few minutes, they reached a very extended stairs.


    But what really caught Kay¡¯s attention was the design of the surroundings. The walls were a light brown color, similar to the shade of dry desert sand.


    Deep cracks ran through them, making the entire structure look like parched earth. The place had an ancient atmosphere, and Kay couldn¡¯t help but wonder just how large this entire facility was.


    As they arrived at the stairs, one of the guards turned to Kay and handed him a piece of black cloth. "Put your Eevee inside its Pokeball, then put all your Pokeballs inside your pocket. Then cover your eyes with this."


    Kay froze for a second. The guard hadn¡¯t said ¡®Pokeball.¡¯ He had said ¡®Pokeballs.¡¯ That meant they already knew that he had two Pokemons.


    He had thought that maybe the guards wouldn¡¯t know about such a detail, but it seemed that they were extremely careful that they informed even the guards with such a detail. Still, he didn¡¯t show any reaction to what the guard said and just obeyed.


    Taking the thick fabric, Kay wrapped it around his eyes. The material was dense, completely blocking out all light. It was clear that they didn¡¯t want him to see where they were going.


    He felt one of the guards place a firm hand on his shoulder, guiding him forward. Step by step, they moved, walking for what felt like ten minutes.


    The air was dry, and the only sounds were the faint echoes of their footsteps against the hard floor.


    Eventually, the group came to a stop. Kay felt someone reaching for the blindfold, and a moment later, the fabric was pulled away.


    Blinking to adjust to the sudden brightness, he found himself standing in front of a door. It looked almost identical to the large door in the hall, except it was slightly smaller.


    Without a word, the Marowak-masked man stepped forward and pressed a button on the wall beside the door.


    A small device above the entrance emitted a faint beep, and the next moment, a thin ray of light scanned across his face.


    Kay watched in silence as the scanner completed its process. Then, with a low mechanical hum, the door slowly slid open, revealing the mysterious room beyond.


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 CH48: Groudon masked man

    As the door slid open, Kay¡¯s eyes widened in shock at what lay beyond. Inside, he saw rows of Cubone-masked men, each seated in front of a computer, their fingers swiftly moving across keyboards.


    The sight was unexpected; he had assumed this place was primitive, yet here was a fully operational command center filled with technology. The masked men barely glanced at him, their focus entirely on their screens.


    Kay stood frozen at the entrance, unable to move as he tried to take in the scene. A few seconds later, he felt a firm push from behind, reminding him to keep moving.


    Snapping out of his daze, he took a deep breath and stepped forward, following the guards into the massive room.


    Calling it a "room" felt inaccurate; it was far too large. The space stretched out in all directions, filled with the hum of machines and the soft murmurs of the masked men working.


    Kay wanted to examine what they were doing, but the guards led him to the right, toward a smaller door in the right corner.


    He glanced at the screens, trying to get a glimpse of their activities, but before he could process anything, a sharp voice cut through the air.


    "Look in front of you!" a guard barked from behind.


    Kay immediately faced forward, suppressing his curiosity. Now was not the time to provoke them.


    If he caused any trouble, they might refuse to heal Eevee, and that was a risk he wasn¡¯t willing to take. Keeping his head down, he focused on the path ahead.


    As they passed through the smaller door, the atmosphere changed drastically. The noisy, high-tech environment disappeared, replaced by an eerie silence.


    The air felt heavier inside, filled with an unspoken authority. The walls and ceiling were coated in gold paint, at least, Kay assumed it was paint.


    The way it shimmered under the dim lighting made him wonder if it was real gold. Everything in this place looked extravagant, from the carved pillars to the decorative lanterns lining the corridor.


    Even the floor beneath his feet felt softer as if it had been polished countless times to perfection.


    The corridor itself was narrow, barely wide enough for two men to walk side by side. Kay followed the guards in silence, the only sound being the faint echoes of their footsteps.


    After a few seconds, they emerged into a vast open space, and Kay¡¯s breath hitched at the sight before him.


    This place was on an entirely different level. The golden decor from before was nothing compared to what he saw here.


    Everything radiated wealth and power. At the center of the room stood a massive golden throne, its design intricate and regal.


    None other than the Groudon-masked man was sitting on it, his posture calm and composed as he watched their approach.


    Kay looked to the side near the throne and noticed something unusual: a cage containing a small Pichu, its tiny body trembling slightly as it gazed at its surroundings. This showed the strength of the tournament''s organizers.


    As they neared the throne, the guards around him suddenly leaned forward in a deep bow.


    Kay, who was watching that quickly noticed that the Cubone-masked men bent lower than the Marowak-masked man.


    It was a subtle difference, but it confirmed what Kay had already suspected. There was a clear hierarchy among these masked figures, and the Groudon-masked man sat at the very top.


    When the guards leaned forward, the Groudon-masked man slowly stood up from his throne.


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    With a simple yet commanding gesture, he raised his hand, signaling them to lift their heads.


    The masked men immediately obeyed, straightening their posture in silence. Then, without a word, the leader extended his forefinger, pointing toward a guard standing on his left.


    The guard, noticing the signal, moved without hesitation. He reached to his side, pulled out a folder, and hurriedly handed it to the leader.


    Taking the folder, the Groudon-masked man flipped it open, revealing several sheets of paper. His fingers moved through them one by one as he scanned the contents.


    "I am called the Leader, and I am the first responsible for this tournament," he stated in a calm but firm voice.


    Then, as he continued flipping through the pages, he muttered, "Let''s see what we have here¡­ Kay Marik, ''10F''¡­ So, an F-rank trainer.".


    Kay narrowed his eyes. That folder was a report about him. His personal information was all inside. As this realization sank in, the Leader spoke again.


    "Hmmm¡­ You have two Pokemons despite your young age. That is very rare." He continued reading, making small comments here and there, but then he suddenly said something that made Kay¡¯s entire body tense up.


    "You have one sister named Anna, your father named Max, and your mother named Reina, " said the leader, raising an eyebrow and looking at Kay.


    The moment those words left the Leader¡¯s lips, something inside Kay snapped. His blood boiled, and his hands clenched into fists.


    His usual calm was shattered, replaced by an uncontrollable rage. His eyes burned with fury, the fire within them visible to everyone in the room.


    "Don''t you dare talk about my family! Do you hear me?" Kay shouted, his voice filled with anger.


    For a moment, silence fell over the hall. Even the guards were stunned. They hadn''t expected anyone to raise their voice at the Leader, especially a low-ranked trainer like Kay.


    The suffocating aura that surrounded the Groudon-masked man was usually enough to keep people frozen in fear. Yet Kay had not only resisted it but dared to shout back.


    However, the silence didn¡¯t last long. The guards quickly snapped out of their shock and rushed forward, shoving Kay to the ground.


    He gritted his teeth as he hit the cold floor, his arms instinctively trying to reach his Pokeballs.


    If it weren¡¯t for his injured Pok¨¦mon, he would have already lunged at the Leader before the guards could even react.


    Then, an unexpected sound filled the hall; a deep, booming laugh.


    "HAHAHA!" The Leader chuckled loudly, his voice echoing through the golden chamber.


    "From the moment my guard told me what you said earlier, I knew you weren¡¯t a normal person."


    He took a step forward, still smiling. "Normally, after witnessing the seriousness of the games and the probability that they will die, most participants don¡¯t even dare to speak. Especially low-grade trainers like you, who have just started their journey."


    His tone was filled with amusement, but there was also some curiosity hidden beneath it.


    "But you¡­" He tilted his head slightly. "Despite everything, you even spoke to me, the Leader, in such a manner."


    Then, to the surprise of everyone, he raised his hand again. "Leave him," he ordered the guards.


    The masked men hesitated for a second, then stepped back, releasing Kay from their grip.


    Kay slowly pushed himself up, his breathing still heavy with anger, but he forced himself to calm down.


    His eyes locked onto the Leader, trying to figure out what kind of person he was dealing with.


    The Leader then spoke again, his voice softer but still firm. "Don¡¯t worry. We will never harm your family. This game is about you, not them."


    Kay''s body relaxed slightly, but his guard remained up.


    The Leader smirked. "I only mentioned them to see your reaction."


    The Leader¡¯s expression remained unreadable as he glanced at Kay, then he spoke in a cold, commanding voice.


    "Bring me a healer."


    Kay''s heart skipped a beat. A rush of relief washed over him. They were really going to heal Eevee! His loyal companion, who had endured so much, would finally get the treatment it needed.


    He clenched his fists, trying to hold back his emotions, but he couldn''t stop the happiness from showing in his eyes.


    A few seconds passed before one of the guards returned, accompanied by another Cubone-masked man.


    Unlike the others, this one was wearing a white robe, giving him the appearance of a healer or a medic.


    Without wasting any time, the healer reached into his belt and pulled out a Pokeball.


    He pressed the button in the center, and in an instant, a bright red light shot out from the Pokeball. The light took form, and a Chansey appeared before them.


    The healer then turned to Kay and said, "Call your injured Pok¨¦mon here."


    Kay wasted no time. He immediately called Eevee out from his Pokeball. His heart ached at the sight of his Pok¨¦mon¡¯s weak body.


    The healer nodded before giving his next command. "Chansey, Heal Bell!"


    Chansey lifted its small arms, and a soothing, warm energy began to radiate from its palms.


    A soft, melodious chime echoed through the room as gentle waves of healing energy washed over Eevee.


    Kay watched closely, holding his breath, hoping for an immediate improvement. Slowly, Eevee¡¯s breathing became steadier, and its pained expression softened.


    But then, the healer looked up at the leader and spoke. "It won¡¯t be enough, we need to take it inside for further treatment."


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 CH49: Convincing the leader

    When Kay heard the healer¡¯s words, he instinctively looked at the man, searching for any sign of deception. Then, he slowly lifted his head to meet the leader¡¯s gaze.


    The first thing he noticed was the smirk on the leader¡¯s face, which was clear from Groudon''s open mouth.


    Then, the leader clapped his hands together and spoke in an amused tone. ¡°It¡¯s all up to you, Mr. Kay. Do you want them to proceed with the treatment and take Eevee inside?¡±


    Kay was about to answer without hesitation, but before he could speak, the leader raised a hand to interrupt him.


    ¡°Of course, you wouldn¡¯t be allowed to go inside with your Pok¨¦mon, it¡¯s a confidential area.¡±


    Kay¡¯s mouth closed, and his thoughts raced. His first instinct had been to say yes, but only if he could accompany Eevee.


    However, the leader had anticipated this and cut off that possibility before Kay could even bring it up.


    ¡®It seems like he has left me with only two choices, either I trust them and let Eevee go inside, or I refuse and rely on natural recovery, meaning I¡¯ll have to withdraw from the tournament. Eevee¡¯s condition is no longer life-threatening, but if I choose not to let them treat him, he won¡¯t be in any shape to battle anytime soon.¡¯ Kay thought grimly.


    Kay clenched his fists. If he refused treatment, he would be forced to use Growlithe in the upcoming match, and even though Growlithe was strong, he was still in the Intermediate Steel stage, and facing Pokemons in the Superior Steel stage would be so unfair.


    After carefully weighing the risks, Kay finally let out a slow breath. ¡°Alright, take Eevee inside for treatment.¡±


    The leader¡¯s smirk widened slightly. ¡°Exactly as I predicted you would choose,¡± he said before giving a nod to the healer.


    The healer stepped forward and gently picked up Eevee in his hands. Then, he turned to Kay and said, ¡°Give me Eevee¡¯s Pokeball.¡±


    At that moment, Eevee, still weak but aware of what was happening, struggled in the healer¡¯s arms. Its little body trembled, and it let out a soft, distressed cry.


    ¡°Eevwee...¡±.


    Kay immediately reached out and stroked Eevee¡¯s head gently. ¡°Eevee,¡± he said in a soothing voice.


    ¡°Don¡¯t be afraid. They¡¯re only going to treat you so you can be ready for the next game. I promise that nothing bad will happen to you.¡±


    For a brief second, Kay thought he saw a slight reaction from the leader, just a flicker of weird movement from its head.


    But the moment passed so quickly that Kay couldn¡¯t tell what it meant. Deciding to ignore it, for now, he focused on his Pok¨¦mon.


    Eevee, hearing Kay¡¯s reassuring words, stopped resisting. Its body relaxed slightly in the healer¡¯s arms.


    Kay¡¯s words were absolute in its heart; if Kay said it would be okay, then Eevee trusted him completely.


    With a soft bark, ¡°Eevwee¡­¡± it called out to Kay one last time before being carried away.


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    Just as the healer carrying Eevee disappeared behind the curtain behind the throne, the leader clapped his hands once more.


    Then, with a serious expression, he said, ¡°Now, let¡¯s take things seriously.¡±


    Kay was caught off guard by the sudden change in the leader¡¯s demeanor. Just moments ago, he had been playful and amused, but now his tone was cold and strict.


    ¡°I heard from one of the guards that you said if we didn¡¯t heal your Pok¨¦mon, we would be unjust. Is that right?¡± the leader asked.


    Kay, still trying to process the sudden shift in tone, simply nodded.


    Seeing the confirmation, the leader continued, ¡°Now, I want you to tell me why you think that. And if you don¡¯t convince me, I will tell them to kill your Eevee inside.¡±


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened in shock. His whole body tensed up. He felt like the ground beneath him had vanished, leaving him in freefall.


    For a moment, he didn¡¯t know what to do. His mind raced in all directions, searching for a way out.


    This situation reminded him of the dangerous situations he had faced before; those moments when he stood powerless, unable to do anything but hope that things would turn out okay.


    The leader¡¯s voice cut through his thoughts. ¡°Where did your bravery go? Just moments ago, you were saying you would face me. Did the cat eat your tongue?¡±


    Kay gritted his teeth. ¡®Maybe I misjudged them. Maybe this organization is nothing more than another criminal group that only cares about money,¡¯ he thought.


    But right now, he had no choice but to talk his way out of this. He had to find the right words to convince the leader, otherwise, Eevee¡¯s life would be at risk.


    What hurt him the most was that he had promised Eevee that nothing bad would happen, and Eevee had trusted him completely.


    He couldn¡¯t let that trust be broken. He began imagining Eevee breathing its last breaths while waiting for Kay to come and save it.


    Then Kay took a deep breath to shake those thoughts from his head and spoke. ¡°I thought it would be unfair because when we began the game, you said you took our belongings away so that everyone would be equal.¡±


    The leader nodded. ¡°Yes, we said that, and we are fair in that, don¡¯t you think so?¡±


    ¡°Yes, absolutely, but in the next game, if my Pok¨¦mon isn¡¯t treated and you¡¯ve taken my belongings, I won¡¯t be able to heal it with the potions I have. That would be unfair because we would be forced to face opponents with fully healthy Pok¨¦mons while mine is still injured.¡±


    The leader leaned back slightly. ¡°But before the first game, we gave you all an equal amount of potions to heal your Pokemons if they got injured,¡± he countered.


    Kay nodded. ¡°Yeah, that¡¯s true. But that was only for the first game. I already used up all my potions, and they weren¡¯t enough to heal Eevee completely.¡±


    The leader stroked his chin. ¡°So, are you saying that because we took your belongings, we should take responsibility for treating your Pokemons if they get injured?¡±


    Kay nodded. ¡°Yes. Also, if our Pokemons are in their best condition, the games will be more exciting for the audience watching.¡±


    The leader twitched slightly after hearing Kay¡¯s last words.


    Kay thought, ¡®For sure these matches are being filmed. It wouldn¡¯t make sense to invest so much money in a tournament like this without sponsors. I assume some very wealthy people are funding this tournament, and they would want to watch high-quality matches.¡¯


    Then Kay continued, ¡° Battles where one side is already half-defeated before it even begins are very boring.¡±


    Kay noticed that the leader didn¡¯t respond immediately. He took a pause, thinking deeply. Then, after a few moments, he smirked and said, ¡°Oh? You¡¯re smarter than you seem.¡±


    Another moment of silence passed before the leader finally said, ¡°I think¡­I am convinced.¡±


    The leader leaned back slightly and said, "Alright. Since you managed to convince me, I won¡¯t kill your Pok¨¦mon. Also, your Eevee has already been treated, but it will need three days before it can battle again."


    When Kay heard that, he felt a wave of relief wash over him. He tried his best to hide his happiness, but he couldn''t. His lips curled into a slight smile before he could stop them.


    However, along with his happiness, he also felt confused. Why did the leader heal Eevee if there was a chance he would kill it? Was he just messing with him?


    As Kay was lost in thought, the leader spoke again, snapping him out of his confusion.


    "It was just a test, I was never going to kill your Pok¨¦mon."


    Kay clenched his fists. He had been so tense, thinking Eevee¡¯s life was truly in danger, but it had only been a test.


    This showed that Kay should become stronger to protect himself and his family.


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 CH50: The first game finished

    While Kay was thinking that he should become stronger, the leader interrupted his thinking, ¡°Since you managed to pass my test, I have two gifts for you."


    Kay raised an eyebrow. ¡°Gifts?¡±


    "Yes, the first one is that the next game will be postponed by one day. This will give Eevee enough time to recover."


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened slightly. That was actually useful. With one extra day, Eevee could recover completely, so he wouldn¡¯t have to go into battle at a disadvantage.


    Then the leader added, "The second gift is the right to watch the final match of the A-rank tournament."


    Kay''s heart skipped a beat. Watching an A-rank tournament final was a huge opportunity.


    The strongest trainers were there. If he could see them battle, he might learn something useful for his own fights.


    But before he could say anything, the leader smiled and added one last thing.


    "That is¡­ if you¡¯re still alive by then."


    Kay understood what the leader meant by his words. The tournament was dangerous, and he had no guarantees that he would make it alive to the end.


    But Kay wasn¡¯t afraid. He clenched his fists, met the leader¡¯s gaze, and said, ¡°Sure, I will.¡±


    The leader smirked and said, "Nice. I like your confidence." Then he added, "Now, the guards will accompany you back to the hall. When your Eevee has fully recovered, we will give it back to you."


    Kay nodded, accepting the decision.


    But before he could leave, the leader''s expression turned serious. His voice was cold as he said, "One more thing. What happened here is confidential."


    His sharp eyes locked onto Kay as he continued, "If I ever find out that you revealed anything about what you saw today... you wouldn¡¯t be able to imagine what I would do."


    A chill ran down Kay¡¯s spine. The leader''s tone made it clear that this was no empty threat.


    Without another word, the guards signaled Kay to follow them. On the way, they handed him a piece of cloth. "Cover your eyes," one of them ordered just as they did before.


    Kay sighed and did as they said. Moments later, they reached the massive door once again. One of the guards tapped his shoulder. "You can remove the cloth now."


    Kay pulled it off just as the huge doors creaked open. As he stepped inside the hall, he immediately felt dozens of eyes turn toward him.


    The other participants were watching him closely, their gazes filled with curiosity and suspicion.


    Ignoring them, Kay walked straight to a corner of the room. He found a spot, sat down, and began setting up a place to sleep.


    Suddenly, a female robotic voice echoed from the speakers:


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    "It¡¯s time to sleep. Lights will be turned off in ten minutes."


    Kay blinked. Had he really spent that long outside? He realized how exhausted he was. The events of the day had drained every bit of his energy.


    With a heavy sigh, he lay down, his thoughts drifting to Eevee. ¡®How is it doing? Is it sleeping well?¡¯


    Before he could think any further, his body gave in to fatigue. He fell into a deep sleep, knowing that nothing, not even an earthquake could wake him up tonight.


    The next morning, Kay was awakened by the same weird music from the speakers. By now, he had started to get used to it.


    He sat up, stretching his arms, when suddenly the Marowak-masked man appeared in front of them.


    Before anyone could react, an Alakazam appeared next to him and, with a flicker of energy, teleported him away.


    Kay exhaled, he thought. ¡®It seems that the last round of the first game had finished.¡¯


    A few minutes after Kay woke up, the rest of the players also stirred from their sleep. The heavy doors creaked open, and a group of Cubone-masked men came in. Their presence sent a wave of tension through the room.


    Then, one of them began calling out numbers.


    "24." "16."


    Kay instantly recognized those numbers. They belonged to his teammates from the first game who had lost their Pokemons.


    The moment a number was called, the entire room turned toward the player wearing that number.


    Their silent stares made it easier for the guards, who simply followed their gazes to locate the player.


    Kay watched as his former teammates were led away without any resistance. Their expressions were hollow, their eyes empty. It was as if their souls had shattered the moment they lost their Pokemons.


    Kay understood why. In this world, being a Pokemon Trainer wasn¡¯t just about battles and conquering dungeons; it was also a way out of poverty.


    Many trainers were the only ones in their families or villages who carried that duty. Losing their Pokemon meant losing everything.


    As Kay was lost in thought, the air shimmered. Alakazam reappeared, bringing the Marowak-masked man along with six players.


    Then, in a blink, Alakazam teleported away again. A few minutes later, it returned with another group of six players.


    Kay quickly realized something: the first game''s last round must have been far less intense than theirs. Unlike his round, no one had died.


    The Marowak-masked man cleared his throat loudly.


    "Ahem¡­ Ahem."


    The entire room fell silent as he began to speak.


    "The last round of the first game has also ended in a tie, as both teams successfully caught their Pokemon."


    He paused for a moment, allowing the information to sink in.


    Then, he continued, "However, Team 2 managed to catch two Pokemons. As a result, the players of team 2 will receive a special item, just as we promised."


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened in shock. He wasn¡¯t alone; every player in the room shared the same stunned expression. How could they catch three Pokemons while catching even one was a challenge?


    The Marowak man ignored their reactions and continued, "The special item will be revealed and distributed just before the next game."


    Then, as if delivering the final verdict, he announced, "There will be no games tomorrow. The next game will be held the day after. Use this time wisely to rest and recover."


    Kay took a deep breath. The leader had kept his word. Eevee was being treated, and now he had an extra day to prepare.


    After finishing his announcement, the Marowak man pulled out a small remote control and pressed a button.


    Above them, the large screen changed.


    The bold text that had read "36/36" was now updated to "22/36."


    The message was clear, out of 36 players, only 22 remained. In just one game, they had lost 14 players.


    And there were still four more games left to go.


    Over the next two days, two important things happened.


    First, after Eevee had fully recovered, one of the guards approached Kay and handed him Eevee¡¯s Pokeball.


    Kay took it carefully, feeling a wave of relief wash over him. He wanted to release Eevee immediately, but he knew it was prohibited to let Pokemons out outside of the games.


    Even so, he quickly checked his Pokedex. A small smile appeared on his face when he saw that Eevee was in perfect condition. That was enough to put his mind at ease.


    Kay also noticed that many of the remaining players had started forming small groups.


    They gathered in hushed circles, whispering and exchanging ideas, trying to predict what the next game would be.


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 CH51: The cursed labyrinth

    The next morning, after waking up and having breakfast, the Marowak man appeared in front of the players. His presence immediately silenced the room, and all eyes turned toward him.


    ¡°The next game will begin now,¡± he announced in a firm voice.


    Kay felt a wave of anticipation spread through the room.


    ''The first game had already eliminated 14 players. What kind of challenge would come next?''


    ¡°You should know that in this game, you will all play at the same time. There will be no rounds.¡±


    Murmurs broke out among the players, but before anyone could ask a question, the Marowak man continued,


    ¡°There will also be no teams. You will play individually.¡±


    Kay immediately noticed the frustration on the faces of the players who had formed alliances over the past two days.


    Some of them exchanged nervous glances, clearly realizing that their earlier plans were now useless.


    Ignoring their reactions, the Marowak man continued, ¡°Now, I will reveal the special item for Team 2.¡±


    At his signal, the Cubone-masked guards moved through the hall, gathering the members of Team 2 and leading them to stand beside the Marowak man.


    Kay watched closely as the man reached into his pocket and pulled out several small devices.


    Holding one of the devices up, he began to explain, ¡°This device can protect its holder and his Pok¨¦mon from any harmful effects.¡±


    The players looked at each other in confusion. The Marowak man noticed their confusion and continued, ¡°For example, if your Pok¨¦mon is hit with a move like Toxic, it will not suffer from poison. The same goes for flinching, paralysis, burns, and other status effects.¡±


    A few of the players widened their eyes in realization, but Kay remained calm, waiting for more details.


    Then, the Marowak man added in a serious tone, ¡°It can even protect against curses¡­ Which will help you survive the second game.¡±


    Kay¡¯s mind clicked instantly. ¡®So the next game involves curses.¡¯


    As murmurs spread among the players, the Marowak man took five additional devices from his pocket, each identical to the first, and handed one to every Team 2 member. The recipients looked pleased, some even smiling.


    However, before their excitement could grow, the Marowak man quickly shattered their expectations.


    ¡°But don¡¯t think this device will protect you forever,¡± he warned, his voice cold. ¡°It has limits.¡±


    Kay immediately turned his attention back to the man, noticing the shift in expressions from the Team 2 members. Their smiles faded, replaced by a mix of anticipation and concern.


    The Marowak man continued, ¡°After connecting your device to your Pokedex, a new window will appear, displaying the device¡¯s status. You will see a percentage that represents its remaining lifespan.¡±


    He paused, letting the information sink in, before adding, ¡°The speed at which the device¡¯s lifespan decreases depends on how much it has protected you and the strength of the Pok¨¦mon that attacked you.¡±


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    Kay narrowed his eyes. ¡®So the stronger the opponent, the faster the device wears out.¡¯


    The Marowak man cleared his throat and began explaining the second game.


    ¡°For the next game, it¡¯s called the Cursed Labyrinth.¡±


    As soon as he mentioned the name, murmurs spread through the room. Some players exchanged nervous glances, while others whispered among themselves.


    Kay had already suspected that this game would involve curses, and now he was sure. He listened carefully as the Marowak man continued.


    ¡°In this game, the players must conquer a labyrinth before the time limit ends.¡±


    Kay narrowed his eyes while thinking. ¡®It sounds simple, but it won¡¯t be.¡¯


    He remembered in the first game how the Marowak man had made it seem like all they had to do was catch a fast Pok¨¦mon. But in reality, they had barely survived.


    After a short pause, the Marowak man added, ¡°Inside the labyrinth, you will encounter Ghost-type Pokemons. They will try to trick you and stop you from reaching the exit in time.¡±


    Some players visibly tensed up at the mention of Ghost-types. Many trainers feared these Pokemons, not just because of their abilities but also their unpredictable nature.


    Then the Marowak man continued. ¡°The leader of the labyrinth is a Gengar, it is very strong, but it has never attacked humans. However, you should know one thing about this Gengar¡­¡±


    The man¡¯s tone became slightly amused.


    ¡°It loves playing tricks, and its trickery is a little bit harsh.¡±


    Kay¡¯s expression remained neutral, but in his mind, he made a mental note. If this guy thinks it¡¯s only ¡®a little bit harsh,¡¯ then it¡¯s probably a nightmare.


    Then, without warning, the Marowak man clapped his fingers. In an instant, Alakazam appeared beside him using Teleport.


    Then the Marowak man ordered. ¡°Now, form a line! Players with lower numbers in the front, higher numbers in the back.¡±


    The players quickly obeyed, arranging themselves in a row as instructed.


    Suddenly, a strange multicolored light surrounded them.


    The next moment, Kay felt a powerful pull on his body. The world blurred around him, and before he could fully adjust, he found himself standing in a dark place.


    As Kay regained his balance, he noticed several players nearby struggling. Some of them had turned pale, and a few even fell to their knees, vomiting from the effects of Teleport.


    Kay himself wasn¡¯t feeling great either. His stomach churned, but he had gotten used to it after teleporting two times before. He took a deep breath and steadied himself. Then, he looked around.


    The place they had arrived at was eerie. It looked like an old abandoned house, with worn-out wooden walls and a damp, musty smell in the air.


    Dim, flickering lamps barely lit the area. The weak light cast strange shadows on the walls, making the place seem even more unsettling.


    Right in front of them stood a large, ancient-looking door. Its heavy wooden frame was covered in deep cracks, and its rusted metal handles looked like they hadn¡¯t been touched in years.


    Kay thought it resembled the entrance to a haunted house, or even worse, a cursed tomb.


    The Marowak man turned to the group and pointed toward the eerie door that Kay had noticed earlier.


    ¡°Do you see that old door?¡± he asked.


    The players nodded in response.


    He continued, ¡°That door is the entrance to the labyrinth. Now, I want each of you to stand in front of the door, one by one, in order of your numbers.¡±


    The players obeyed, moving into their assigned positions without hesitation. Kay followed along, standing in line with the others.


    Once everyone was in place, the Marowak man made his announcement.


    ¡°Now, the second game of the Tentacruel Tournament will officially begin.¡±


    As soon as he finished speaking, he signaled to one of the Cubone guards.


    The guard stepped forward, holding what looked like an ID card. He approached the door and swiped the card through a small card reader mounted on the wall beside it.


    For a moment, nothing happened.


    Then... Click!


    The old wooden door slowly began to open, making a loud creaking noise similar to that of opening doors in horror movies.


    As it did, a sinister aura seeped out from within. A cold, eerie wind brushed past the players, sending chills down their spines.


    Beyond the doorway was a dark corridor.


    It stretched deep into the unknown, its end completely hidden in shadows. The darkness inside seemed almost unnatural, as if it could swallow anyone who stepped inside.


    A heavy silence filled the air.


    Kay felt his heartbeat quicken slightly. He clenched his fists, reminding himself to stay calm.


    ¡®This place¡­ is definitely a home of Ghost-type Pokemons.¡¯ Kay thought after sensing the aura.


    The players stood frozen, staring into the black void ahead. Some shifted uncomfortably, while others glanced at each other, uncertain about what awaited them inside.


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 CH52: The cursed labyrinth (2)

    The players stood frozen, staring at the dark entrance of the labyrinth. The eerie aura made them hesitate.


    Fear was clear on their faces, but no one dared to voice their thoughts. The corridor beyond the door was pitch black, making it impossible to see what lay ahead.


    Seeing their hesitation, the Marowak man clapped his hands sharply. ¡°Step forward! The labyrinth is waiting,¡± he ordered in a firm voice. His words carried authority, leaving no room for arguments.


    The first player in line gulped, glancing at the others as if hoping someone would step in his place.


    But when no one moved, he forced himself to step forward. The Marowak man watched him closely and after he was sure that he went in he gave another instruction. ¡°Wait two minutes, then the next one goes forward.¡±


    As the first player walked into the corridor, the remaining players stretched their necks, trying to see what was happening inside.


    They watched closely, hoping to catch a glimpse of what awaited them. But within just a few seconds, the player mysteriously vanished. It was as if the darkness had swallowed him whole.


    A tense silence filled the air. Everyone held their breath, waiting for something to happen. Then, out of nowhere, a terrifying scream echoed from deep within the corridor.


    The sound sent chills down their spines, and some players took a step back. The scream repeated itself due to the echo, making it sound even more horrifying. The players shuddered, their fear growing stronger.


    The Marowak man, however, remained unfazed. He simply waited for two minutes before speaking again. ¡°Next one.¡± His voice was calm as if the scream from before had never happened.


    The second player in line was from Team 2. Unlike the first player, he did not hesitate. Instead, he pulled out a Pokeball and released a Houndoor.


    Without a second thought, he stepped into the labyrinth. The players watched anxiously, waiting for another scream. But this time, two minutes passed, and there was only silence.


    The third player, however, was visibly shaking. He clenched his fists, trying to steady his breathing, but his fear was obvious.


    His feet remained planted in place, refusing to move forward. The Marowak man noticed his hesitation.


    Without a word, he reached for a Pokeball at his belt and tossed it forward. A Marowak appeared in front of him, gripping its bone club tightly.


    Its sharp eyes scanned the player who refused to go, and then the Marowak man spoke coldly. ¡°Next one.¡±


    The frightened player swallowed hard. His gaze darted between the Marowak and the dark corridor.


    He wanted to refuse, but the intense stare from the Marowak made him realize he had no choice. He took a deep breath and forced himself to step forward and disappear into the darkness.


    After that, the players moved more quickly. The Marowak man¡¯s presence, along with his Pok¨¦mon, made sure no one dared to hesitate for too long. One after another, the players entered the labyrinth.


    After seven players had gone inside, it was finally Kay¡¯s turn. He did not hesitate like the others.


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    Without looking back, he stepped forward. Holding Eevee¡¯s Pokeball tightly in his hand, he crossed the threshold into the darkness.


    As soon as he entered, he felt the silence pressing down on him. It was completely different from the noisy waiting area.


    The corridor stretched endlessly before him, and the dim flickering lights only made it feel more ominous. He took slow, cautious steps, making sure to stay alert.


    Once he was certain that he was far enough from the entrance, he released Eevee from its Pokeball.


    A flash of light illuminated the corridor briefly, and then Eevee appeared by his side. The small Pok¨¦mon looked up at him, its ears twitching as it scanned the surroundings.


    Kay didn¡¯t call Eevee near the entrance of the labyrinth because he didn¡¯t want to reveal the identity of his Pok¨¦mon.


    While his previous teammates were aware of Eevee, the other players didn¡¯t know about it. He didn¡¯t want them to find out.


    Kay bent down slightly and whispered, ¡°Stay close to me, and nice to meet you again.¡± Eevee nodded, showing a happy expression while obeying Kay¡¯s command and pressing itself against his leg.


    Kay moved forward cautiously through the dark corridor, his eyes scanning the surroundings for any signs of danger.


    He took careful steps, making sure not to let his guard down. However, a thick black fog suddenly appeared behind him after just a few seconds of walking.


    The fog lingered for only a few moments before disappearing completely. But when it was gone, Kay turned around and was shocked; he could no longer see the door he had entered through.


    Before the fog appeared, the door was still visible in the distance, even though it was far away. But now, there was nothing but pure darkness.


    Kay immediately realized that this was the work of a Ghost-type Pok¨¦mon. He had expected tricks like this, so instead of panicking, he simply turned back and continued walking deeper into the labyrinth.


    For several minutes, nothing happened. The corridor remained silent, and no Pok¨¦mon appeared to attack him.


    At first, this seemed like a good thing, but soon, Kay felt uneasy. His instincts were warning him that something was wrong. Ghost Pokemons loved playing tricks on people, so why had nothing happened yet?


    Feeling the need for extra protection, Kay reached for another Pokeball and released Growlithe. The fiery canine Pok¨¦mon stood beside him, its sharp eyes scanning the darkness.


    With both Eevee and Growlithe by his side, Kay felt a little more secure, but his confusion only deepened.


    Two things bothered him the most. First, he hadn¡¯t encountered a single Ghost-type Pok¨¦mon, even though they were supposed to be the main threat in this labyrinth.


    Second, he hadn¡¯t met any other players. The players had entered the labyrinth one by one, but some of them were likely waiting for others to join them so they could move together.


    Despite this, Kay hadn¡¯t seen or even heard anyone. It was as if he were the only person inside the entire labyrinth.


    Kay, being observant, started paying attention to the details around him. He noticed that the corridor was covered in dust.


    A thick layer of it coated the floor, undisturbed and untouched. This gave him an idea. If players had passed through this corridor before him, there should be footprints in the dust.


    Curious, Kay bent down and examined the floor carefully. His eyes traced the ground, looking for any signs of footsteps left behind by others. But after checking for a few moments, he was stunned.


    There were no footprints. None at all.


    This discovery sent a chill down Kay¡¯s spine. It was impossible. If the other players had taken the same path, there should have been multiple sets of footprints.


    Even if they had walked carefully, they would have left some trace. But the dust on the ground was completely undisturbed.


    Kay stood up, his mind racing with questions. If no one had walked this way before him, then where had the other players gone? It didn¡¯t make any sense.


    He knew for sure that he wasn¡¯t the first player to enter the labyrinth, so what had happened to everyone else?


    As he stood there, lost in thought, a sudden voice echoed through the corridor.


    ¡°Ahem¡­ Ahem¡­ Players, I forgot something I didn¡¯t tell you before.¡±


    The voice belonged to the Marowak man. It came from speakers installed along the corridor.


    Kay immediately pulled out his Pokedex and checked the time. He saw that 44 minutes had passed since the game began. That meant the last player had just entered the labyrinth.


    Kay narrowed his eyes. The leader hadn¡¯t forgotten anything. He had waited until every single player was inside before making this announcement.


    That could only mean one thing; the information he was about to reveal was something dangerous.


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 CH53: Gengar

    The leader''s voice echoed through the labyrinth once again. "From my experience, it¡¯s true that Gengar doesn¡¯t attack players, but as I said before, it likes to play tricks that could harm the players a little bit."


    Kay listened carefully, knowing that this information was important. The leader paused for a moment before continuing, "But as the game began and all the players entered the labyrinth, Gengar chose one player that caught its interest¡­ and curse him."


    The room fell into complete silence. Even though the players couldn''t see each other, they could all feel the weight of those words.


    The Marowak man waited for a few seconds, clearly enjoying the fear he had created. Then, he continued in a slow and deliberate voice, "The curse drains the life power of the player continuously with time. The player will feel himself getting weaker as time passes, and if he doesn¡¯t stop the curse... he will die after a certain period."


    Kay frowned. This was bad news. He clenched his fists as he listened, knowing that the leader was purposely pausing to make them even more anxious. It was clear that he enjoyed keeping them in suspense.


    After another brief pause, the Marowak man finally continued. "But don¡¯t worry. There is a way to stop the curse. The cursed player must find another player and challenge him to a Pokemon battle."


    The leader let his words sink in before adding, "If the cursed player wins the battle, Gengar will stop the curse on him. However, Gengar will then place the curse on the loser instead. If a player refuses the challenge, Gengar will count him as a loser, meaning he will automatically be cursed. But Gengar will not stop the curse on the first player until he wins a battle."


    Kay''s expression darkened. This meant that players would be forced to battle no matter what. Refusing wasn''t an option.


    The Marowak man then explained something else. "That¡¯s why we gave you a bigger number of potions this time. If a player loses a battle and his Pokemon is injured and unable to fight, he won¡¯t be able to stop the curse. That¡¯s why we provided more potions to help you recover your Pokemons and continue fighting. Remember, we gave you all equal chances. "


    Kay now understood why the players had been given more healing items. But before he could think too much about it, the Marowak man delivered his final warning.


    "However, you must know that potions cannot heal all types of injuries. Severe injuries will not be healed by potions. So, you must protect your Pokemons from serious harm. Because if your Pokemon suffers a severe injury... it means your death from the curse, as you won¡¯t be able to challenge any other player with your injured Pokemon."


    As soon as the announcement ended, Kay took a deep breath and analyzed the situation. He quickly reached three important conclusions.


    First, the only way to prevent the curse was to use the special devices given to Team 2. This meant that the other players had no choice but to battle.


    Second, the Tentacruel Tournament had been organized before. The Marowak man''s experience proved that this wasn¡¯t the first time this cruel game had been played.


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    Third, Pok¨¦mons had to be protected from severe injuries. A single bad hit could mean instant death for the trainer cursed by Gengar.


    But despite understanding all this, one thing still confused Kay. ¡®If a player was cursed, how was he supposed to find another player to challenge?¡¯


    Kay looked around the corridor. It was still empty. He hadn¡¯t seen or heard any other player since entering the labyrinth.


    If everyone were in the same situation as him, lost in different corridors, then how were they supposed to find each other?


    Kay stopped walking and took a moment to think about everything he had just learned. The curse, the forced battles, the severe injuries, everything was designed to make this labyrinth even more dangerous. Kay thought that he needed a plan.


    After carefully considering his options, Kay decided to run instead of walking, but he had to do it quietly.


    He wanted to find other players as soon as possible, but at the same time, he didn¡¯t want to be discovered first.


    If another player was already cursed, they might immediately attack him to pass the curse onto him.


    With that in mind, Kay began running with light and silent steps, moving like a panther hunting its prey.


    He controlled his breathing, making sure he didn¡¯t make unnecessary noise. Every movement was careful and precise.


    As he ran through the dark corridors of the labyrinth, he found nothing but endless paths and empty silence. However, just as he was about to pick up his pace, a strange sound echoed from above.


    ¡°KeKeKe¡­¡±


    It was a laugh. A deep, eerie chuckle that sent chills down Kay¡¯s spine.


    Kay immediately stopped and looked up at the ceiling, trying to find the source of the sound. At first, he saw nothing but darkness.


    The corridor was dimly lit, and the ceiling blended into the shadows. But then¡­ something appeared.


    A long, unnatural row of sharp, white teeth slowly materialized in the air. The teeth were stretched into a wide, sinister grin, glowing faintly in the dark.


    Kay¡¯s eyes widened as the rest of the creature¡¯s body began to take shape. A huge, purple form emerged, following the teeth. It had deep red eyes that glowed with malice.


    The moment the creature¡¯s full body appeared, it let out another laugh; louder this time, as if enjoying the fear it was causing.


    Kay froze. His breath caught in his throat.


    It was a Gengar.


    But this wasn¡¯t just any Gengar. It was massive, far larger than the size Kay had expected any Gengar to have.


    The sheer size of it was overwhelming, and the oppressive aura it emitted was suffocating.


    Kay felt his body refuse to move. His instincts screamed at him to run, but his muscles wouldn¡¯t obey. The sinister presence of this Gengar was enough to paralyze him in place.


    That¡¯s when Kay finally understood. The terrifying aura they had felt at the entrance of the labyrinth wasn¡¯t just the general atmosphere of the place. It was coming from this Gengar.


    A terrifying thought crossed Kay¡¯s mind.


    ¡®If this Gengar ever decided to attack humans, it could easily destroy the entire Kanto continent on its own.¡¯


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    Kay swallowed hard. He could only be grateful that this monstrous Gengar had no interest in wiping out humanity.


    Kay stood frozen in place. His entire body felt stiff, as if invisible chains were locking him in place.


    He tried to move his arms, even just his fingers, but nothing responded. It was as if the very air around him had turned into an unbreakable cage.


    The Gengar continued to levitate around him, watching him with those glowing red eyes. Its wide, sinister grin never disappeared, and it gave off the feeling that it was enjoying Kay¡¯s helplessness.


    Kay wanted to reach for his Pokedex to scan the Gengar and check its stats, but he couldn¡¯t even lift a finger.


    Still, even without checking, he knew one thing for sure, this Gengar was on a completely different level.


    It wasn¡¯t just strong. It was something beyond every Pok¨¦mon Kay had seen before.


    Just as Kay was thinking about how to escape, something happened left him completely shocked.


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