A typical Beedrill stands around one meter tall, but Lin Fan’s Beedrill was a full half larger, and the proportion of its Double Needle was even more astonishing than a normal Beedrill’s; no one would doubt the power of such a pair of deadly weapons.
It was currently a break time at the Gym, and many Gym apprentices gathered around Lin Fan and Su Ling’s battle arena, all marveling at Lin Fan’s astonishing Beedrill.
“This Beedrill is kind of cool, actually.”
“I think so too. Look at its Double Needle; it’s just terrifying, way too exaggerated.”
Amidst the whispers, Su Wu stood with his arms crossed, seemingly calm on the surface, but inwardly going crazy.
No, why could a newcomer train such an outrageous Beedrill?!
Even a Bug-type Gym Leader couldn’t cultivate an ordinary Weedle to this extent, could he?!
Did it grow up on feed?!
Fighting-type Pokémon have always pursued physical strength. As a Trainer specializing in Fighting-type Pokémon, Su Wu naturally understood what such a physique meant for a Beedrill. It had almost broken through the limits of its original species, reaching another level of height. Even his most proud Machamp couldn’t achieve this, yet a novice had done it.
Did he cheat?!
Su Ling’s vision was not enough for her to realize what such a Beedrill meant, but it still didn’t affect the immense pressure she felt at the moment.
Taking a deep breath, Su Ling cheered on Machop: “Machop, come on! Although the opponent is strong, we’re not bad either. Believe in yourself!”
Machop looked at Beedrill’s menacing Double Needle, then looked at its own fist, remained silent for a moment, then cheered up and looked at Beedrill with full fighting spirit.
Although the opponent’s oppressive aura made it feel like a thorn in its side, it would absolutely not back down!
Lin Fan still looked calm and composed, but in reality, he felt a surge of satisfaction, especially when he saw the shocked looks of those around him, which made him feel refreshed.
“Just like that, hold the pose, don’t blow your cover.”
A faint, mosquito-like sound rang out, and Beedrill subtly nodded, continuing to keep a straight face, pretending to be very intimidating.
“Screech~”
Is this what it feels like to be the center of attention? So exhilarating~
Everyone in the Gym had different thoughts. Su Wu coughed once and continued to act as the referee: “Then I announce, the match officially begins!”
As his voice fell, Su Ling launched the first attack.
“Machop, Bullet Punch!”
Lin Fan looked at this familiar scene and couldn’t help but feel emotional.
Still Machop, still the first attack, still Bullet Punch.
How nostalgic.
He watched Machop approach Beedrill at his leisure, then Lin Fan finally spoke: “Beedrill, Double Needle.”
Hesitating for a moment, Lin Fan quietly added: “Give Su Ling some face. We still hope to learn from her father.”
“Screech!”
Beedrill shrieked, indicating it understood.
In a very short time, Machop had already rushed to Beedrill’s side, its speed far exceeding before, and the speed of its Bullet Punch was even more astonishing, as if it had truly turned into a bullet, drawing a white streak of light in mid-air.
Beedrill merely vibrated its wings lightly, like a phantom, moving out of Machop’s attack range. Its long needle suddenly thrust out, its speed almost on par with Machop’s Bullet Punch.
Machop was greatly alarmed. Unable to turn its upper body in time, it could only raise its leg and kick towards Beedrill.
Fighting-type move, Low Kick!
The long needle collided with the leg. Beedrill’s figure drifted backward like a falling leaf, while Machop’s figure flew out like a cannonball, directly crashing at Su Ling’s feet.
Machop’s arm trembled as it straightened, its eyes wide.
I report, someone cheated!
Then it tilted its head and cleanly lost its ability to battle.
One-hit KO!
There was an uproar on the sidelines. Lin Fan smiled, seemingly calm and collected, but in reality, he was in a difficult position. Seeing Su Wu’s meaningful gaze, he gasped, squeezing out a sentence through gritted teeth: “Didn’t I tell you to hold back?”
Beedrill innocently scratched its head.
Could it be blamed for this? It had already held back!
His eye twitched, and Lin Fan sighed helplessly. There was nothing he could do. Beedrill’s level had already reached Lv.25, while Machop had just passed the intermediate Pokémon assessment, so its level was probably only Lv.15. This huge gap was truly difficult to bridge.
Unlike in games, in the real world, a Pokémon’s evolution leads to an increase in level. Two consecutive evolutions naturally caused Beedrill’s strength to rise extremely quickly, which is why Bug-type Pokémon are generally said to develop their battle power very fast.
I have to say, returning to raid Beedrill’s territory was truly the most correct decision.
Without that pool of honey, even with the help of the Insect Plate, Beedrill’s strength would absolutely not have soared so quickly.
Being too strong is also a kind of trouble.
Lin Fan cleared his throat and walked to Su Ling’s side without changing his expression: “You know, a newly evolved Pokémon’s first battle often performs exceptionally well. Beedrill overperformed, and Machop is also very powerful. We’ll have a chance to spar again next time.”
Su Ling: “…”
Do you think this is a TV drama? Still trying to elevate your prestige with a first battle?
Rolling her eyes, Su Ling generously extended her hand: “Your Beedrill is truly strong. It seems you’re really determined to win the championship in this rookie competition. Go for it. Having defeated my Pokémon so easily, you’re not allowed to lose to others so easily.”
Lin Fan blinked, looking at the graceful Su Ling, and a smile also appeared on his face: “When your Machop evolves into Machamp, we’ll spar again.”
“It’s a deal?”
“It’s a deal.”
As the two talked, Su Wu had also walked over, patted Lin Fan’s shoulder, and nodded approvingly.
“A very strong Beedrill. I didn’t expect a small place like our Twilight City to produce a top-tier national talent.”
Lin Fan smiled shyly: “Uncle Su, you flatter me.”
“Alright, stop pretending. Did you think I didn’t notice you posing with Beedrill at the beginning? Just accept the compliment.”
Su Wu said grumpily, squeezing his hand hard. He watched Lin Fan put on a pained expression, then withdrew his hand with a satisfied look.
It seemed his Iron Palm was still so effective.
Lin Fan stole a glance at Su Wu, and only after seeing the latter’s satisfied expression did he secretly let out a sigh of relief.
A month ago, Su Wu did pinch him very hard, but a month of intense training coupled with the nourishing effect of the Insect Plate had already made his physique much stronger. A body capable of tearing apart an Ariados would naturally not hurt so much from a single pinch by Su Wu that he’d have to put on a pained expression.
It was just social etiquette. If he didn’t let the other party feel good, Lin Fan would feel very guilty about receiving the benefits.
“However, while your Beedrill’s strength is very high, to learn the Focus Energy secret technique, you must first learn Focus Energy. So… has it learned it?”
Lin Fan grinned: “Of course, but it’s not proficient yet. I’m just waiting for Uncle Su to help me.”
【Pokémon: Beedrill】
【Type: Bug + Poison】
【Gender: Male】
【Characteristic: Sniper (characteristic)】
【Held Item: None】
【Level: 25】
【Moves: String Shot, Poison Sting, Bug Bite, Double Needle, Fury Attack, Rage, Focus Energy】
Theoretically, a Beedrill of this level could also learn the Dark-type Pursuit and the Poison-type Poison Fang.
However, these two moves are different from Rage or Focus Energy; they require separate training to master.
But there wasn’t much time left until the rookie competition, so mastering them might be difficult. It would be more beneficial to become proficient in Focus Energy.
Besides, it doesn’t matter if it doesn’t master them.
In the face of absolute strength, everything else seems less important.