Chapter 4 Wallace vs Alex (Part 1)

While Alex and Wallace flew towards the lake, the audience is already starting to talk among themselves and have started to give their expert opinions about this match.

A young kid who is about to start his journey proudly stated, " That idiot, he doesn't know he has handed over victory to Wallace. He is one of the best Water-type trainers in Hoenn. How can he lose to an idiot who challenges a Water Pokemon master in a terrain which suits them most? "

His friend also has a similar opinion regarding this, " Indeed. Since Wallace himself challenged him meant, he has some strength as a trainer. If it was on land, the battle might be interesting. The land can stop Wallace from revealing his full power.

But here in a lake, that guy has no chance of winning even a single round. If it is a none changing round, he may secure a couple of wins in a complete 6 on 6 battle. " he expressed his opinion.

Others around him sense some truth in these words and agreed with him.

At least 60 percent of the people are completely sure that the victory is in Wallace grasp.

But, for the rest, they are either aware of Alex strength or they have a feeling that Alex wasn't as simple as he appeared.

" So this is one of the brats that Commander warned us about. He doesn't seem that strong? Hell, he is even foolish to challenge a water type master in his home base." A spy from Team Aqua ridiculed him. He only said this softly but from the nods, his companion too believed this.

" Don't be so confident. Commander warned us about him and explicitly stated that except for the executives if anyone else sees him he is to run. Do you think he will issue such commands if that brat is just some no name loser? We are the Team Aqua, water is our strength. What reason do we have to run if someone is weak on water?" Their leader warned them. He scolded them for underestimating a possible future threat.

His words made them shut up. Although they still feel that the other guy was no one special at the very least they kept their opinion to themselves. Similar cases are seen around with the leaders scolding their men for their partial comments and lack of professionalism based on their occupation.

These people have doubts regarding the battle outcome. They just kept their views to themselves and decided not to comment.

Some have used their cameras to record the battle for future use. This is a good way for them to gather intel on two rising stars of the League, without worry to getting caught.

With Alex's friends

Cynthia has Eevee in her hands and she was subconsciously rubbing Eevee at her favorite spots even though she has no idea where they lie in this one. Mew is actually sending her some ideas and indirect instructions about her possible spots and enjoy the service of the Sinnoh Battle Princess.

"You don't seem too happy, Steven" Bill asked his frowning friend. He seems a bit angry about something.

His words made their group turn towards him and notice his expression.

Elsa joked, "Are you angry that Wallace has challenged Alex faster than you. "

Steven sheepish smile and rubbing the nape of his neck confirmed it is a reason for his current mood.

Bill wrapped his arms around his neck and pulled him down to his stomach and stated, "Don't worry. We are going to travel together, so you will have ample time to fight Alex. Use this time, to see his strength with your own eyes and make tactics which can help you gain an upper hand later."

He then has a pitiful look on his face and continued, "Although you have no chance of winning. At least, you may make things tougher for him."

Steven doesn't appreciate his words and countered harshly when he saw how much Bill underestimated his strength. He has a pseudo king Pokemon himself so he can at least challenge Alex's Pokemon. He angrily retorted, "Hey, how can you be so sure that my Metagross can not beat Alex's pokemon?"

Cynthia patted his shoulders to calm him down and started confidently, "My Gabite can still beat your Metagross." He wished to say something but Cynthia continued, " If I am not wrong, your Metagross is a pseudo king. With Gabite current strength, you are still isn't her rival.

My Gabite can't even defeat a single pseudo king Pokemon of his, do you have the confidence you can do what I and Gabite cannot?" She inquired him or challenged him. She wished to see if he can retort by saying he is stronger than her now just because his ace evolved.

Steven opened his mouth to say it but stopped. He knows Cynthia isn't someone who likes to brag.

Elsa gave him a comforting pat on his shoulder and said, " You will understand everything when the battle is underway. " With both the girls supporting Alex so confidently, He wisely kept his mouth shut and looked towards the center of the lake for the battle to begin.

If he spoke too much, he will incur the wrath of not one but two strong and powerful angry trainers. He may be able to deal with one in the normal case, but dealing with the two of them especially when they are angry is utter madness.

With Wallace and Alex,

They arrived at the center and are separated by a ten-meter distance from one another.

Alex has folded his arms around his chest looking confident about his victory, meanwhile, Wallace seems calm and ready to face Alex.

" What type of battle will it be?" Wallace asked Alex.

"It's up to you. Whichever format is favorable for you is good with me." Alex replied back with a shrug, seemingly alright with whatever he decides.

Alex is sending an overconfident stance to not only Wallace but everyone in the audience.

The audience is quite far and cannot hear their talks but with the help of tech, it can easily be done.

Alex is using a confident visage to create a fake persona of himself in the heart of the spies and use it to his advantage. With so many enemies, he has to use some tricks.

He doesn't possess enough strength to beat everyone in his path, hence tricks are also utilized.

Wallace who have no idea why he did all this, was angry at wanted to beat Alex but knowing that it is almost impossible for his current self if he goes all out. So he has decided to make sure Alex doesn't win it easily.

He stated the format of their battle, "It will be a 6-on-6 Pokemon battle and we aren't allowed to change pokemon. Should we do it, that pokemon is forfeit."

Alex nods and agreed with the rules. This way is good. It will not only be a good practice session for his pokemon but also a warning to unsavory elements.

At the very least they will not target him all the time and will start only after they have gained enough information about him.

The battle started when Wallace and Alex have sent their Pokemon out of the pokeball at the same time.