057: Belongs to Bug Type's Exclusive Food! Amazing Score
Early the next morning, many people gathered at the Hongcheng Gym, all waiting for the announcement of the insect-catching competition rankings.
"I wonder who will get first place this time."
"Anyway, the second group must have the first place from the Red Pavilion. After all, his strength is exceptional. He's a professional-level trainer specializing in Bug Type Pokémon. He'll definitely come out on top."
"What you're saying is wrong. While the Red Pavilion Master is strong, he will never take first place."
At this moment, someone confidently interjected.
"Why?"
"Because this is the home of the Red Pavilion's owner. Based on previous years, he usually stays in the top ten but never takes first place. Otherwise, it would discourage outsiders from participating in the competition."
"That makes sense. What about the first group?"
"I'm not sure about the first group."
"But I do know that the gym owner's disciple is participating. I wonder if he can claim first place."
Qin Yun stood in the crowd, listening to their conversation with a smile in his eyes.
"First place, I'm truly looking forward to it."
There were so many participants in yesterday's competition that even with many evaluation staff brought in by the Hongcheng Gym, the results were barely completed overnight.
Hong Shen arrived at the scene early in the morning, holding a sealed bag and accompanied by Alliance staff. Xu Qian followed behind him.
Upon seeing Qin Yun, Xu Qian greeted him before whispering something to Hong Shen. Qin Yun didn't hear the exchange, but he noticed Hong Shen smile at him, offering a friendly gesture in return.
They moved to the podium, and Hong Shen began announcing the results.
"Welcome, everyone, to the results ceremony of the insect-catching competition. Today, we enter the second phase, the announcement of the rankings."
Hong Shen unsealed the bag and began pulling out names, scratching off each one as he went.
"The tenth place winner, Jiang Chenggan, congratulations!"
Jiang Chenggan couldn't contain his excitement and jumped up in joy. "It's amazing! I actually made it to tenth!"
The ranking only recognized the top ten from each group, with the two groups combined for a total of 20 winners receiving rewards.
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"Fourth place, Ding Buji."
"Congratulations to the following winners. Please come to the stage to claim your rewards."
The crowd cheered as Ding Buji and the others approached the stage. The prizes were highly coveted—Kun Bug Type Premium Food. This exclusive food, tailored for Bug Type Pokémon, was a delicacy known for enhancing Pokémon evolution.
Unlike standard energy cubes, the Kun Bug Type Premium Food used specialized ingredients and adjusted flavors to suit Bug Type Pokémon's needs. Its nutritional value was equivalent to an intermediate energy block, but with added benefits, making it far more valuable than standard Pokémon food.
A three-month supply of this food was worth around 300,000 Pokémon Coins, a heavy expenditure for the Red City, highlighting its dedication to the competition.
The winners went up to collect their prizes with smiles, eagerly awaiting their Pokémon's reactions to the food.
"Congratulations," Hong Shen said with a smile, handing them their Bike Vouchers, which could be exchanged for Bug Type Pokémon food in Red City.
"Thank you!" they exclaimed.
After the last winner received their prize, Hong Shen continued with the next round of names. Xu Qian, noticing Qin Yun's name hadn't been called yet, felt a surge of anxiety.
"Qin Yun, there are only two spots left. I'm really not sure who will take first place now."
Xu Qian had been confident yesterday, but after their conversation, he started to feel nervous. Qin Yun had proven to be much stronger than he'd anticipated.
"The third-place scorer managed 597 points, capturing a mix of one medium-potential Pokémon, 12 primary-potential Pokémon, and 7 low-potential Pokémon."
In terms of strength, this participant had captured one entry-level peak Pokémon, 13 entry-level high-level Pokémon, and 6 entry-level intermediate Pokémon.
The total score was calculated by combining Pokémon potential and strength, with higher potential Pokémon earning more points. High potential earned 1,000 points, medium 100, low 10, and poor Pokémon just 1 point. For strength, entry-level peak earned 80 points, entry-level high-level 20, intermediate 5, and junior 1.
"The score is impressive. The youth group has really outdone themselves, capturing such a variety of Pokémon," one observer said.
"Especially impressive was the medium-potential Pokémon—those are worth a fortune. Just one could be worth millions in Pokémon coins."
"Do you think the first-place winner has at least one medium-potential Pokémon?"
"Not necessarily. The Pokémon's strength alone can make a big difference, too."
"True," another person agreed. "Even without many high-potential Pokémon, if they have the strength, they could win."
"Second place."
When Hong Shen reached the second-place name, his eyes narrowed slightly. He hadn't expected his own disciple's name to be revealed.
"Xu Qian."
Xu Qian stood there for a moment in disbelief. He had expected to win, especially after securing so many points.
"Score: 1,781 points!" Hong Shen announced.
The audience was stunned. "How is that possible? Xu Qian is so strong!"
"He's the gym owner's disciple, so it's expected that he would have such talent. But what's even more interesting is the first place. With such a high score, Xu Qian was only second—so who's first?"
"Xu Qian captured 6 medium-potential Pokémon, 14 primary-potential Pokémon."
His strength division included 11 entry-level peak Pokémon, 8 entry-level seniors, and 1 entry-level junior.
"His total score is 1,781 points! This score is incredible."
Even Hong Shen himself acknowledged that this score would have been the absolute first-place winner in previous years, but this year, it only secured second place.
The crowd was buzzing with excitement as everyone waited for the announcement of the first-place score.
"I'm sure you're all eager to know the first-place results. So without further delay, let me announce the winner."
As Hong Shen opened the envelope with the first-place name, Qin Yun's eyes gleamed. Xu Qian's performance was certainly impressive, but Qin Yun had already won.
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