"Golden City is only half a day's walk from here. We'll be able to challenge the Gym soon, which is great!" Ash said excitedly, clenching his fists.
"Xiao Chen, you'll be challenging the Golden City Gym too, right?" Ash asked Ye Chen.
"That's right, I'll also challenge the Golden City Gym, because I also need to get eight badges before going to the League competition. I'm going to be the strongest man in the world!" Ye Chen said proudly, tilting his head back.
"Ah? Is that so? Then it seems you'll be a formidable opponent for me in the future. When that day comes, I won't hold back, Xiao Chen," Ash said with a smile, patting Ye Chen's shoulder.
"Hahahaha, naturally! It's only a real fight if we give it our all!" Ye Chen replied.
"If I take over Team Rockets in the future, I'll probably be wanted by the whole world. I wonder what you'll do then. Will you try to punish me? Or…" Ye Chen thought of countless possibilities, then lightly shook his head.
"I should find a place to improve my abilities, especially since it's a Psychic-type Gym," Ye Chen mused.
"Ash, you guys go to Golden City first. I want to look around a bit more to see if there are any pokémon I can catch. I'll meet up with you after you're done," Ye Chen said, stopping and addressing Ash and the others.
"Ah? Aren't you coming to the Gym with us? We can cheer Ash on together, and aren't you going to challenge the Gym too?" Misty said with a disappointed look.
"Misty, Xiao Chen has his own ideas. Let's not force him. We should go to Golden City first," Brock said to Misty.
"Then remember to meet up with us, okay? Bye, Xiao Chen," Ash and the others said, turning back to wave goodbye to Ye Chen.
"Alright, now I can look around to see if there are any pokémon nearby to absorb," Ye Chen said, walking through the forest and looking around.
Not far away, in a bush, three binoculars were fixed on Ye Chen's figure.
"Is that the kid? He doesn't look very strong. The higher-ups sending us seems a bit overkill."
"Don't underestimate him. This seemingly not-so-strong kid easily defeated Yamato and the others. You know they brought Pokémon that had their abilities enhanced by the doctor's machine during that mission."
"And the higher-up said this kid's identity is not ordinary. He's reportedly a relative of a prominent figure in Team Rockets who then defected, which is why they sent us."
"Defected from Team Rockets? And they're making such a big fuss, sending us to capture him. I'm really curious about his true identity."
"Alright, stop talking. He's left his companions now; it's just him. This is a good opportunity for us to strike," the cold voice in the middle said.
"Yes," the other two said in unison.
Then the three of them quickly concealed themselves and rushed towards Ye Chen's front… "Attention, citizens, Team Rockets has been very active recently and has affected our daily lives. Please report any suspicious individuals to our dear Jennys. Attention, citizens…"
As soon as Ash and the others entered the city, they heard the broadcast constantly playing.
After listening, Misty said worriedly, "I wonder if Xiao Chen will encounter Team Rockets. After all, he's still out exploring, and even if he's strong, he's still just one person."
"Misty, don't worry. You know Xiao Chen's strength. He's an incredibly strong Trainer, despite his unassuming appearance," Ash confidently reassured Misty.
"That's true, Xiao Chen's pokémon are indeed very strong." Misty thought of the power of Ye Chen's Haunter the last time she saw it, and couldn't help but feel a bit overly worried, but a lingering concern still hadn't faded… At this moment, Ye Chen, of course, didn't know that Misty's worries had already become a reality.
Ye Chen's face was grim as he looked at the three figures in front of him. In front of each of them were one or two pokémon, glaring at him menacingly.
At the same time, the eyes of the three people were also very fierce.
"Damn it, what's going on."
Ye Chen took a breath, his face extremely pale.
He had originally planned to find a quiet, secluded place for his Haunter and others to absorb the abilities of wild pokémon to enhance their own power.
But he hadn't expected to be attacked by these people on the way.
If it weren't for the system's timely warning about several pokémon appearing ahead, and thankfully he had released Muk, Beedrill, and Haunter in time.
If they hadn't been strong, his life would most likely have ended here.
"Tsk, it seems strength is indeed essential." Ye Chen sighed inwardly, also grateful for his incredible ability.
However, even so, he was still seriously injured. Even Beedrill and Muk were covered in wounds, and Haunter was slightly better, having managed to dodge fatal attacks in time, but still got hit by other attacks.
These three people were clearly stronger, and with his current injuries, hope became slim.
"Damn it, I was really careless. And who would have thought these people would go for killing blows right from the start, leaving no room for negotiation." Ye Chen spat fiercely.
Although Ye Chen was extremely annoyed, he still looked at the three aggressive people in front of him without changing his expression and said, "Who exactly are you? Who sent you? I didn't know Team Rockets would stoop to casually attacking passersby."
Even if he was going to die, he had to die with understanding, right? So Ye Chen started to fish for information, while also stalling for time, hoping someone would come to help.
Although he was very curious, Ye Chen felt an uneasy premonition, sensing that his father, Ye Chen's Father, might be in trouble. Otherwise, why would members of Team Rockets be chasing him, doing something so despicable? Could it be Giovanni, the boss who took his father's position?
The three people did not answer, merely glancing at Ye Chen coldly.
The tallest among them spoke coldly: "Trying to stall for time? The environment here is good, and few people come and go, so don't think anyone will come to save you. No matter who sent us, you won't escape death today. Blame yourself for picking your own grave."
"Heh heh, you really think highly of me!"
Slowly exhaling, Ye Chen staggered to his feet.
"System, show me their pokémon's stats."
"Ding, there are four pokémon 20 meters ahead.
Golbat, Poison/Flying type, Bat pokémon. Most of its body is blue. The most significant difference compared to its pre-evolution is its abnormally large mouth, which almost occupies its entire body, with four sharp teeth on its upper and lower jaws. Golbat's teeth are extremely sharp and can pierce through even the toughest skin.
Combat Power: 900 points
Mastered Skills: Toxic Fangs, Leech Life, Aerial Ace, Air Slash, Bite, Mean Look… Arbok, Poison type, the evolved form of Ekans. It uses the patterns on its belly to intimidate opponents, and simultaneously emits terrifying air sounds from its mouth that make opponents cower. Once an opponent shrinks back, it quickly constricts them with its body and waits for their heartbeat to stop. Its constricting force is incredibly strong, capable of crushing even large iron barrels. Once entangled, escape is impossible.
Combat Power: 950 points
Mastered Skills: Poison Jab, Bind, Slam, Acid, Bite, Glare, Haze… Swoobat, Psychic/Flying type, the evolved form of Woobat. It emits sound waves of different wavelengths from its nose, which can explore terrain, disrupt or confuse opponents, and also release sonic attacks powerful enough to destroy rocks. This is a Swoobat raised by humans and will have a very deep bond and friendship with its Trainer.
Combat Power: 1000 points
Mastered Skills: Psychic, Zen Headbutt, Air Slash, Sucker Punch, Calm Mind, Amnesia… Mightyena, Dark type, the evolved form of Poochyena. Mightyena are loyal and united in temperament. Wild Mightyena form a pack that is very cohesive and cooperative. Mightyena are very proud Pokémon; even if a Trainer catches one, if it doesn't acknowledge the Trainer, it will absolutely not obey them.
Combat Power: 1050 points
Mastered Skills: Crunch, Sucker Punch, Howl, Snarl, Thunder Fang, Fire Fang, Ice Fang."
… "Wait, Swoobat? This Pokémon doesn't seem to appear in the Kanto Region, does it? Does that mean they aren't from Team Rockets? Could it be Team Plasma? Doesn't look like it either; their clothes are definitely Team Rockets' uniforms." Ye Chen thought, puzzled.
"Never mind. Since you want my life, I certainly won't make it easy for you! Haunter, Muk, Beedrill, engage!"
Beedrill and Haunter also seemed to realize the seriousness of the situation. Every Pokémon's face was filled with solemnity, and their eyes became sharp, while Muk stayed by Ye Chen's side, shielding him with its body.
"Hmph, naive. Since the three of us are here, we won't give you a chance to escape."
The three of them sneered, then each commanded their pokémon to attack.
Immediately, all four pokémon moved, surrounding Beedrill and Haunter in a pincer attack. Beedrill was constantly struggling to cope, in precarious situations, nearly getting hit by powerful attacks every time. If they weren't agile, they would probably have collapsed by now, having lost their combat ability.
The situation was so critical; continuing like this would only be more disadvantageous for Ye Chen.
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