Pokémon: I just became a Gym Leader, and Cynthia proposed to me.

Chapter 581 Super Blaziken, here I come!

The volcanic island north of Kagi Town doesn't contain particularly abundant energy from its magma vents.

However, it is sufficient for learning and practicing the Red Lotus Form.

Standing on the edge of the scorching crater, Blaine explained, "For Fire-type Pokémon, being able to withstand the temperature of magma is fundamental."

"If a Fire-type Pokémon can't even withstand the temperature of magma, then it's definitely not up to standard."

"The trainers need to reflect even more. No matter how bad a trainer is, they should at least raise a Fire-type Pokémon that can withstand the temperature of magma and absorb its energy to increase its strength."

Blaine took out a Poké Ball and released a Growlithe.

"I haven't had this Growlithe for very long, only three months, but it's already able to take a bath in lava."

"And having initially mastered the Crimson Lotus technique, one can absorb the energy of magma to become stronger."

Blaine stroked his chin and continued, "Actually, I've always had an idea for Pokémon like Growlithe and Vulpix that need a Fire Stone to evolve."

"Is it possible to stimulate the body to evolve simply by accumulating fire-attribute energy within the body without using the Fire Stone?"

Li Shuwen raised an eyebrow. "I think this could indeed succeed, but would doing it this way offer any additional advantages compared to using the Fire Stone to evolve?"

"If there are no benefits, and the long accumulation period actually hinders the improvement of strength, wouldn't that be counterproductive?"

Blaine waved his hand. "No, Shuwen, the joy of interacting with and raising Pokémon isn't just about becoming stronger."

"The process of exploring how to evolve Growlithe without using a Fire Stone is the greatest pleasure for this old man."

"If everything is just about becoming stronger, then you lose the joy of life. Remember, the most important thing about climbing a mountain is not reaching the summit."

"It's the scenery we see, the nature we feel, the laughter of our companions, the difficulties we overcome together, and the delicious food we eat together during the hike."

Li Shuwen stood there, stunned. Ever since he awakened the system, he had been unable to resist pursuing greater strength.

During the process of becoming stronger, Li Shuwen could indeed feel his body being filled.

But what happens after you become stronger?

Is endless emptiness all that awaits Li Shuwen?

Li Shuwen unconsciously began to reflect, and as he fell into deep thought, his breathing gradually became calm.

Even the lava in the crater, which had been churning occasionally, began to calm down.

Xia Bo blinked; what he had just said was just some polite talk.

Why did Li Shuwen suddenly fall into enlightenment, and why is Li Shuwen's power able to affect the surrounding environment!

Logically speaking, shouldn't Li Shuwen use his Midas touch to allow Growlithe, which had already accumulated a lot of Fire-type energy, to evolve into Arcanine during the battle?

Why does Xia Bo feel that Li Shuwen is the one who has been blessed with the Midas touch?

Cynthia smiled slightly and explained to Blaine, "Blab, your feeling was right. Congratulations, you have triggered the most mysterious ability of the Midas Touch."

"The Reverse Midas Touch!"

Xia Bo stroked his chin. "The Midas Touch is when Li Shuwen enlightens others; the reverse Midas Touch is when others enlighten Li Shuwen!?"

Blaine looked at Cynthia with some disappointment. "Cynthia, do you think I still have a chance to trigger Midas Touch?"

Cynthia nodded. "I think so, and quite a lot. After Shuwen increases his strength, the chance of triggering the Midas Touch will increase a lot."

"Instead of Growlithe, perhaps Blaine could try Magmar; it might help you take another step forward."

Li Shuwen withdrew from his reverie, and Xia Bo looked at him, noticing that the already handsome young man seemed to have become even more handsome.

But when Xia Bo blinked again, he realized that Li Shuwen had miraculously become ordinary.

Xia Bo muttered to himself, "I don't understand why such a handsome young man has suddenly become so ordinary."

Li Shuwen said calmly, "Uncle Xia, you'll understand when you get to my age that being too handsome can sometimes be a burden."

Xia Bo's lips twitched. He probably wouldn't have the chance to reach Li Shuwen's age in his lifetime, let alone be as handsome as Li Shuwen.

Before Xia Bo could speak, Li Shuwen continued, "Xia Bo, I want Blaziken and your Magmortar to fight in the crater."

Blaine took out a Poké Ball. "Just what I wanted."

Blaine released the Duckbill Fire Dragon, which immediately unleashed terrifyingly high temperatures upon its appearance, subtly resonating with the magma.

Blaziken was stunned when it came out. Was it going to fight Magmortar?

Is the boss giving him too much credit?

Li Shuwen took out two sparkling stones from his pocket and tossed one of them to the Blaziken.

"Blazing Chicken, catch!"

Blaziken reached out and grabbed the stone in his hand, which resonated with his body and emitted a faint seven-colored light.

Blaziken looked at Li Shuwen curiously, and Li Shuwen said, "Blaziken, this stone can activate the ancient power hidden within you."

"I believe in you; through your growth during this period, you will be able to harness this power!"

Blaziken nodded vigorously, "Chamo!"

Boss, go all out! Don't hold back just because I'm a delicate flower!

Sensing the emotions transmitted by Blaziken through the power of waveguide, Li Shuwen was momentarily speechless.

Li Shuwen took a breath. "Ready!"

Li Shuwen unleashed the power of the Aura, activating the power of the Blaziken Mega Stone and the Key Stone.

Blaziken, Mega Evolution!

A rainbow of light burst forth from the Key Stone, connecting to the Blaziken Mega Stone and enveloping Blaziken's body.

With a burst of enhanced power, Blaziken enters its Super Battle Mode.

Super Blaziken clenched his fist, and two colorful flame streamers spread outward from his wrist.

Sensing the surging, almost overflowing energy within its body, Super Blaziken's eyes flashed with a fierce fighting light.

This force is indeed very strong, but Blaziken can still control it!

Blaine, seeing an opportunity, exclaimed with delight, "Interesting! A Damoe Rathalos, use Fire Punch!"

Li Shuwen waved his hand, "Dodge! We'll use our Flame Fist too!"

Faced with the punch from Magmortar, which unleashed golden flames and exuded a terrifying aura, Mega Blaziken only felt that its speed was too slow.

Super Blaziken lightly jumped backward, and surprisingly, it jumped ten meters away.

Even Super Blaziken was taken aback by its own incredible jumping ability.

The condensed flame fist was twice as fast as usual!

Super Blaziken grinned and stomped its legs out.

With its powerful explosive force and speed, can you dodge this punch from the Duckbill Flame Dragon?

boom!

In an instant, Super Blaziken rushed in front of Magmortar and punched it in the belly.

However, Super Blaziken underestimated the formidable physique of Magmortar.

In the blink of an eye, the Duckbill Flame Dragon instantly activated its Crimson Lotus Mode.

The fist, wreathed in even more intense golden flames, swept towards Super Blaziken!