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Chapter 55 - CHAPTER 55

c55: Mega Gardevoir!

"Amazing!"

"It's a complete domination!"

"Isn't Entei going to be the anchor Pokémon?"

"I doubt even Entei can turn this around. Didn't you see how its presence was immediately stifled when it appeared earlier?"

"The next match will be a showdown for sure!"

"Let's hope Entei can salvage some pride!"

The apprentices of the Flying Gym sat tensely in the viewing area, murmuring with excitement and unease. Witnessing two intense battles between Elite-class trainers was a rare honor, and anticipation for the next round was at its peak.

They weren't just spectating they were invested. A third loss would mean a humiliating 3–0 defeat for their side.

Meanwhile…

"Even though Solgaleo has begun to attract the League's attention, its full typing isn't widely known yet. Most only know about its Psychic-type affinity its Steel-type attribute hasn't been exposed."

Chen Xiaoxiao lightly touched the Mega Pendant hanging from her neck, eyes thoughtful as she analyzed her options.

"There's no reason to reveal Solgaleo's true nature in such a low-stakes match, especially not against Xu Fei. Besides, Gardevoir is only Level 78, while Entei's strength is already at Level 80. But if Gardevoir can force Entei into a direct confrontation, that might be enough to pull off a victory. Crushing Entei outright? That'll require more than just type advantage…"

Her thoughts were quick and calculating.

"Send out your Pokémon!"

Referee Zhang Guoxiong raised his voice with authority.

"Let's go Gardevoir!"

"Entei, your turn!"

With a synchronized motion, both Chen Xiaoxiao and Xu Fei tossed their Poké Balls into the arena. The crowd leaned forward in anticipation.

Choosing Gardevoir over Solgaleo wasn't just strategic it was symbolic. Chen Xiaoxiao knew the battlefield, knew her opponent, and most of all, knew the risks of exposing Solgaleo's Steel typing. In her previous life, her association with Solgaleo had drawn endless attention; she wasn't about to repeat that mistake here.

Solgaleo, known as "The Beast That Devours the Sun," was ironically vulnerable to Fire-type moves. While Steel resists Fire in theory, the intensity of Legendary fire Pokémon like Entei often overwhelmed pure calculations.

"She sent out Gardevoir?!"

Gasps echoed across the gym.

Xu Fei sending out Entei was expected obvious, even.

But Chen Xiaoxiao countering with Gardevoir instead of the elusive Solgaleo stunned everyone.

Xu Fei himself was mildly disappointed not to see Solgaleo appear, yet he never once underestimated the Gardevoir standing across from Entei. He still remembered how, years ago, when they had first crossed paths, he had sensed that Chen Xiaoxiao's Gardevoir was already approaching Elite-level strength.

"It's fine if I lost the earlier two matches," Xu Fei thought, locking eyes with Entei. "What matters now is that I awaken Entei's fighting spirit. If I can ignite that flame within him, we can fight at our full potential and that will push him to a Championship level."

In that moment, Chen Xiaoxiao's read on Xu Fei proved accurate.

He hadn't come to simply win.

He had come seeking a breakthrough.

Since the last Alliance Conference, the growth of Xu Fei's Entei had hit a plateau.

It wasn't until he returned home to study his family's ancient texts that he discovered Entei was on the verge of a breakthrough. According to their ancestral records, Legendary Beasts like Entei could transcend their limits only by battling opponents of overwhelming strength.

However, Xu Fei's family didn't possess any Pokémon at the Champion level.

Then, by chance, he heard whispers of Chen Xiaoxiao's fearsome strength.

After forming a connection with Zhang Guoxiong, the seasoned leader of the Shantou City Flying Gym, he picked up on rumors that Chen Xiaoxiao's Pokémon particularly one she rarely used—was a Champion-tier battler. Suspecting this might be the challenge Entei needed to ignite evolution from within, he eagerly sought her out.

"Gardevoir, Mega Evolve!"

Without hesitation, Chen Xiaoxiao triggered the transformation the moment Gardevoir entered the field.

(According to League regulations, any form of evolution including Mega Evolution is protected from interruption or attacks. Trainers are not permitted to launch offensive moves during an evolution sequence. Thus, Chen Xiaoxiao's timing was both strategic and fully within the rules.)

"I told you I'd beat you into submission no stalemates, no back-and-forth. If you can dominate, then why hesitate?"

That was Chen Xiaoxiao's mindset as she activated the Keystone in her pendant.

A brilliant burst of Mega Energy erupted from her Gardevoir. The elegant Psychic/Fairy-type Pokémon began to glow with radiant intensity. Her slender white gown darkened into a black, flowing evening dress of regal design. Her arms were clad in sleek black gloves, and a glowing red heart-shaped crest emerged from her chest symbolizing her transformation into a force of both elegance and devastation.

Mega Gardevoir had arrived.

"It's actually evolving?!"

"A Mega Evolution right here in a real battle?!"

"I thought only the League and Champions could afford Mega Stones!"

"She looks incredible… and so does her Trainer!"

The Flying Gym's apprentices erupted into murmurs and gasps. For many, it was the first time seeing Mega Evolution firsthand.

"She's radiating a Champion's aura… That confirms it. Chen Xiaoxiao wouldn't have sent Gardevoir unless she was prepared for a full-scale clash."

Zhang Guoxiong, having seen countless battles, wasn't distracted by appearances. He observed the shift in aura with trained precision Mega Gardevoir wasn't just beautiful; she was dangerous. Her presence now carried a weight like gravity, and the intensity in the air was palpable.

Mega Gardevoir – Battle Profile

Gender: Female

Level: 78 (Peak Elite) → Battle Performance Equivalent: Level 83 (Early Champion Tier)

Typing: Psychic/Fairy

Nature: Modest (↑ Sp. Atk / ↓ Atk)

Ability (Post-Mega Evolution): Pixilate – Normal-type moves become Fairy-type and receive a 20% power boost.

Item Held: Twisted Spoon – Boosts Psychic-type moves by 20%.

Known Traits: Calm under pressure, precise execution, and synergy with Trainer.

Qualification: Champion-class performance under Mega Evolution status

"Battle start!"

Despite his awe, Zhang Guoxiong's voice rang clear as he resumed his role as referee. He raised his hand between the trainers, then sharply brought it down to begin the round.

"Gardevoir use Psychic!"

"Entei counter with Sacred Fire!"

Both Trainers unleashed powerful commands from the outset. There was no testing the waters. This was all-in from the first move.

Mega Gardevoir's eyes glowed deep blue, her aura igniting into a shimmering field of psychic energy. A surge of mental force launched straight toward Entei, dense and precise.

Simultaneously, Entei roared as its jaws released the legendary Sacred Fire a move passed down from Ho-Oh, the guardian of the skies. The blazing flame didn't just burn it shimmered with vitality, as though alive with divine essence.

Unlike ordinary Flamethrowers or Fire Blasts, Sacred Fire radiated reverence. The air warped under its pressure.

"That's the sacred flame of Ho-Oh, inherited through lineage. Entei is the only beast other than Ho-Oh itself that can wield Sacred Fire with such mastery… The power gap between Elite and Champion Pokémon is like a canyon. Even a Level 78 on the verge of breakthrough can barely bridge it."

Chen Xiaoxiao analyzed calmly as she observed the trajectory of Sacred Fire.

BOOM!

The collision shook the battlefield. Sacred Fire met Psychic in midair, producing a shockwave that scattered dust and light throughout the arena.

For a moment, the two legendary-tier powers seemed equally matched until the balance tipped.

Psychic, supercharged by both Twisted Spoon and Mega Gardevoir's massive Special Attack, overwhelmed the Sacred Fire and surged forward, undeterred!

"!!!"

Gasps rippled across the spectators.

The apprentices of the Flying Gym couldn't believe what they were seeing.

In their eyes, Entei the fire beast of legend was an unstoppable force. To see its Sacred Fire overwhelmed in a clash of brute power was unthinkable.

Even Pavilion Master Zhang's usually stoic expression faltered into disbelief.

The psychic wave, unweakened by the exchange, continued forward.

"Entei, dodge it!"

Xu Fei cried out.

"Rrroaaarr!!"

Entei roared, but it was a split-second too slow.

The next instant, a crashing psychic explosion consumed the battlefield.

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