novelraw Chapter 189 189: Challenge to the Young Generation
Chapter 189 189: Challenge to the Young Generation
The teenage generation and the youth generation were collectively referred to as the young generation.
Using the age limit of the Alliance World Junior Championship as the standard, all Trainers under twenty belonged to this category.
Now, Lorelei had directly placed Sam at the very top of this group across both Kanto and Johto.
If such words had come from an ordinary person, most people would have laughed it off.
But coming from a former Elite Four member like Lorelei, it was enough to ignite the entire internet.
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Since Sam had been acknowledged as the strongest of the younger generation, countless Trainers now had the same thought:
Challenge him.
As long as they could defeat Sam, their fame would instantly spread across both Kanto and Johto.
What young Trainer could resist that kind of temptation?
People might hesitate to challenge Elite Four members…
…but against someone their own age?
Everyone thought the same thing:
We all have two arms and one head—who's afraid of who?
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Looking at the already heated forum, Sam decided to add fuel to the fire.
He posted a statement:
He was willing to accept challenges from anyone.
Time: Half a month later
Location: Viridian Gym
The moment he hit enter—
Sam burst into laughter.
"Hahahaha!!!"
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The young Trainers of Kanto and Johto wanted to use Sam as a stepping stone to fame.
But Sam had the exact same idea.
Defeating all challengers wouldn't just build his reputation—
It would also send a clear message:
Even though the leader of Viridian Gym had changed…
It was still the strongest Gym in Kanto.
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With back-to-back boosts from Sam and Lorelei, the entire forum exploded.
News spread rapidly.
Within a short time, almost everyone knew:
Sam had issued an open challenge to the entire young generation of Kanto and Johto.
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"I didn't expect Sam to challenge all young Trainers. That's insane. I love it—I'm officially his number one fan!"
"I just checked the post—this is crazy! Sabrina, Erika, and even Janine have confirmed they'll participate!"
"Gym Leaders from Johto are joining too! I can't wait!!!"
"I thought things would calm down after the Indigo Plateau Conference, but this just got even bigger!"
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"Wait—Lance showed up too!"
"He said his cousin Clair is also looking forward to the battle!"
"Everyone's gone insane."
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Meanwhile, the person who caused all of this—
Sam—
Was already lying in bed.
After a long, busy day…
It was time to sleep.
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The Next Morning
When Sam woke up, he immediately noticed something strange.
Yellow was staring at him differently.
Her eyes were filled with admiration—
Like someone looking at their idol.
"…Uh, Yellow? What's with that look?" Sam asked, a little uncomfortable.
Being stared at like that by someone who looked so young felt… awkward.
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"Brother Sam! Brother Sam!" Yellow said excitedly.
"I saw your post! You're so cool!"
"I've decided—starting today, you're my idol!"
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"Post? Idol?"
Sam finally understood what was going on.
He looked at her curiously.
"Yellow… you know how to use a computer?"
"Of course!" she replied confidently.
"My uncle bought one for me. He said if you don't learn how to use a computer, you'll be left behind by the times."
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Sam nodded.
Fair enough.
Being able to use technology was important these days.
Besides…
Browsing forums and watching people argue online?
That was half the fun of the internet.
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Ring ring.
The phone suddenly rang.
Sam frowned slightly.
"Who's calling this early?"
He picked it up.
"Hello, Viridian Gym."
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"Sam, how was yesterday?"
A familiar voice came through.
It was Professor Oak.
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"Professor Oak! Yesterday? Haha… it was great!"
"I figured," Oak chuckled. "Your name has spread throughout the League. Quite a few higher-ups have already contacted me about you."
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"I didn't cause you any trouble, did I?"
"Trouble?" Oak laughed.
"Not at all. Young people should have ambition and boldness. I like it."
"Just don't embarrass me when the time comes."
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"Don't worry," Sam said with a grin.
"I'll take good care of the challengers."
He deliberately emphasized those words.
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"Alright, enough about that."
Oak's tone turned serious.
"Sam, have you heard of the Gym Inspection Team?"
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"Gym Inspection Team? No."
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"When a Gym Leader is replaced, the League sends inspectors to evaluate them."
"For smaller Gyms, it's just a formality."
"But for major Gyms like Viridian Gym…"
"The review is strict."
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"You should prepare for it."
"But don't worry too much. Your strength is more than enough."
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"I understand."
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After hanging up, Sam shook his head slightly.
Taking over a Gym really wasn't simple.
Without Professor Oak backing him—
There was no way Viridian Gym would have fallen into his hands so easily.
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But now—
Things were different.
And the real test…
Was just beginning.