Xia Huna's words truly stirred up a hornet's nest. Since the match had concluded and both contestants had returned to the center of the arena, the official cameras were zoomed in closely. The scene where Ming Yi Da questioned Xia Huna about using prohibited equipment was broadcast live, instantly attracting immense attention. Furthermore, because Xia Huna had unveiled the Su Xing Zhe team's brand-new equipment, the heat and viewership saw an astonishing surge. At such a moment, with Xia Huna bringing up such an issue, how could it not excite all viewers across the Ming Long country?
Once such a matter came to light, it was impossible to suppress. Thus, the competition committee quickly dispatched personnel to investigate.
Xia Huna recognized them at a glance; it was Meng Tian Ya, whom he had met a few times before.
Upon arriving at the scene, Meng Tian Ya immediately announced that the match results would be sealed and released only after the investigation concluded. In the meantime, other matches would proceed as normal.
Since the match between the two teams had ended, both teams departed. However, both were restricted from moving freely within the venue to facilitate the league's investigation.
During the lunch break, Gongsun Xue, Gongsun Shuang, and teachers from other schools arrived at Liu Ling Da's large tent. As soon as they entered, they saw everyone gathered around, making a lively commotion.
Gongsun Xue asked, "What are you all doing here? So lively?"
Those on the periphery turned their heads. "Greetings, teachers. We're watching Coach Xia and the vice-captain play a simulation match."
Hearing this, the teachers became interested. "Simulation match? How does that work?"
Thus, the two groups formed an even larger circle, watching the two people seated in the center.
Xia Huna and Wei Chiting sat on opposite sides, each holding a screen. Between them was a black flat surface, on which rested a transparent white cube. Displayed on the cube were a Charizard and a Feraligatr.
Xia Huna said with a smile, "More people have arrived, you can't be under pressure. It's your turn."
Wei Chiting pondered for a long time before operating the panel in front of him. As Wei Chiting made his moves, the Feraligatr on the cube also moved and unleashed a Water Gun attack towards the Charizard.
The Water Gun attack stopped halfway. Xia Huna, gesturing on his tablet, said, "Let me give you a little surprise, let you see this thing."
As Xia Huna's finger tapped down, the Charizard on the cube actually flew up and directly unleashed a Solar Beam attack on the Feraligatr.
Xia Huna remarked, "You should have been wary when I used Sunny Day. Charizard isn't like Shuckle; Charizard can use Solar Beam."
Although Wei Chiting also made some counter-moves, he ultimately lost to Xia Huna.
After concluding this seemingly one-sided battle, Xia Huna turned to the teachers. "Why are so many people here all of a sudden? What brings you all here, teachers?"
Gongsun Xue stepped forward. "You're not worried at all. The Pokémon League's investigation is very strict."
Xia Huna put down his screen. "Sister Xue, please rest assured. Since I dared to accuse him, it means I have absolute confidence. This disturbance won't be easily settled."
"It seems you're not just messing around, that's good. Now that the important business is done, what is this thing? It looks like a battle game?"
"Sister Xue is asking about this. This was also developed by our Su Xing Zhe team. It's a battle simulator that can randomly generate a theoretically existing Pokémon for battles. I'm currently using it to practice tactics with Wei Chiting."
Gongsun Shuang did not understand. "What do you mean by 'theoretically existing'?"
"It means that through big data, all Pokémon are digitized. Theoretically existing means that such a Pokémon can be bred. Pokémon that can fly, like Groudon, are non-existent Pokémon, and this machine cannot simulate them."
Groudon: Has it only been a few days of peace? Why is it me again?
A teacher on the side offered an opinion. "Although the idea is good, it seems a bit stiff."
Xia Huna nodded. "Indeed. The one just now was a simple turn-based simulation. There's also real-time simulation, but in that case, one's hand speed can influence the battle. We've also considered setting up a reaction speed mechanism, but that would have to wait for future versions."
Gongsun Xue became interested upon hearing this. "Let me try it too."
Xia Huna nodded. "Of course. Who would Sister Xue like to simulate a battle with?"
Gongsun Xue pointed at Xia Huna. "With you, of course. You're the developer; you have to be responsible for testing."
Xia Huna glanced at the other teachers and saw them all nodding. He had no choice but to sit down in front of Gongsun Xue.
"Sister Xue, a word of caution: this initial version can only simulate standard Pokémon."
"So, like Ho-Oh and Lugia can't be chosen?"
Xia Huna shook his head. "I don't mean that. I mean that certain personalized moves cannot be simulated. In other words, even if I restarted and raised a Ditto for months, I couldn't raise one that knows Tai Chi."
Gongsun Xue acknowledged. "Alright, let's begin."
"Sister Xue, I'll attack first. I choose this one."
As he spoke, Xia Huna swiped through the list and directly selected a Pokémon.
Seeing that Xia Huna had confirmed a Blissey, Gongsun Xue's brows slightly furrowed. "Why did you choose such a Pokémon?"
Xia Huna chuckled. "I have no choice. I'm most familiar with this Pokémon, more familiar than Ditto."
Everyone at Liu Ling Da couldn't help but laugh at this scene. This was the Pokémon Xia Huna used to establish his dominance at Liu Ling Da. To this day, posts on the Liu Ling Da forum about cracking the Blissey lineup still received replies.
"Sister Xue, it's your turn."
Gongsun Xue pondered for a moment and then selected a Pokémon. Seeing that she had chosen a Machamp for the simulation battle, Xia Huna clicked his tongue. "Sister Xue, it's just a simulation match, do you have to go this far?"
"Even in a simulation match, one must strive to win. That is my attitude. What do I do next?"
Xia Huna skillfully tapped on the screen. "Next, we need to set your Pokémon's ability and held item. These can all be set in this version."
Both sides quickly finished their settings and began the simulated battle. Unlike Wei Chiting, Gongsun Xue directly chose real-time combat. The simulated battle between the two was fierce, and in the end, Xia Huna narrowly won by a small margin.
Gongsun Xue stood up with satisfaction. "This thing is quite good, quite fun."
Xia Huna also stood up. "Sister Xue, you think so too. However, because it's during the competition period, our Su Xing Zhe team members are not all available, so we could only create this thing for now. After the summer break, we should be able to create a version that satisfies me. I'll definitely give you one then."
They vacated their seats, and the other teachers swarmed in, all eager to try out the simulator. Xia Huna reminded them, "Due to its size limitations, this one can at most handle two-on-two battles. However, teachers can try it out freely. There's plenty of time."
Watching the teachers rush forward as if their lives depended on it, Lu Bingming quietly asked Wei Chiting, "This thing is actually so attractive to the teachers?"
Wei Chiting nodded. "Of course. A person's energy is limited, don't you agree? Although teachers are very experienced trainers, they haven't used every Pokémon. Now that there's such an opportunity, even if it's not a real Pokémon battle, it's still very appealing."
Xia Huna looked at Wei Chiting. "You guys, don't just chat. These teachers are very formidable trainers. You should seize the opportunity to learn a few tricks."
Although Xia Huna's words implied he wanted them to learn from the teachers, the teachers present were all excellent trainers and did not mind sharing some of their experience with the students of Liu Ling Da.
Xia Huna smiled, watching the harmonious scene inside the tent. Gongsun Xue, standing beside him, quietly asked again, "Are you absolutely sure about this matter?"
"Of course. I have all sorts of evidence."
"Aren't you afraid of falling out with Ming Yi Da?"
Xia Huna shook his head. "Not at all. In fact, I've already fallen out with Ming Yi Da. Do you remember the Pokémon illustration incident that happened last year?"
"Of course I remember. Don't tell me..."
Xia Huna nodded. "Yes, I did that. And that You Mou is an alumnus of Ming Yi Da, and reportedly an outstanding graduate."
Gongsun Xue clicked her tongue and shook her head. "Tsk, tsk, tsk. I really didn't realize you had such a talent for causing trouble."
"I'll take that as a compliment. I guarantee that after this matter is resolved, there will be no more 'Ming Yi Da' in the Ming Long country."
As they were speaking, a staff member from the Pokémon League lifted the tent flap of Liu Ling Da. "Excuse me, is Coach Xia Huna here?"
Xia Huna raised his hand. "That's me. It's about the investigation and evidence collection, right? Just a moment, I'll arrange it."
After speaking, Xia Huna went to the table, wrote a sealed letter, and tossed it to Li Qiufeng. "If anything happens that requires my immediate attention before I return, you can open this. Otherwise, consider it unwritten. Wei Chiting, the afternoon matches are about to start. Record this match for me, especially the performance of that demolition team. I want to watch it tonight."
Seeing them nod, Xia Huna walked back to Gongsun Xue and took her hand. "Sister Xue, thank you for coming to check on me. I'm sure to win this lawsuit. I'll treat you to a meal after we win."
With that, Xia Huna left with the staff member. Gongsun Xue watched Xia Huna's receding figure and called out to Gongsun Shuang, "Shuang'er, you go queue up first. I'll go get Huang Tian Xiao and have him try it too."