The beginning of a new road {Path of the Aura Ranger: Book II}

X Riley's P.O.V

Remo and Max were in the middle of a Full Battle, and eventually, Max's Seismitoad finishes off Remo's Rhyperior with a blow from a Hydro Pump. The scoreboard reveals that Max has managed to defeat all six of Remo's pokemon while losing only Serperior, Banette, and Mightyena. Max's Mega Gallade having dealt with Remo's ace, his Mega Garchomp. It was a spellbound battle for sure.

"He did it!" Ash exclaimed. "Top 2! In only his second try!"

"It shows how good of a mentor you are," Gary praised him, making Ash blush.

"Riley is also Max's mentor!" Ash was quick to respond, face red.

"For what? A couple of months?" I teased. "No, this is all you. Though, I will take credit for what a good Aura Guardian you turned out to be."

"Credit where's due," my Lucario nodded his head solemnly, though I could feel his amusement through our aura bond.

"So, the finals will be between Max and Sawyer," Diantha hummed, as the battlefield being prepared for the last match. "Friends and rivals meeting at the top of the Lumiose Conference, how fitting!"

"Max has been wanting a rematch since their last battle," Clemont commented.

"It will be epic!" Bonnie exclaimed. "Max will win and he will be crowned champion!"

"We will see," Diantha replied, with a kind smile. "After all, the final battle is about to start."

With that said, we all turned towards the battlefied, as Max and Sawyer stepped on their respective sides. The tension in the stadium was palpable, my heart pounded with excitement, knowing that this battle would determine the champion of the tournament.

"Let's do this Gallade!" Max relelased his starter and ace, taking us all by surprise.

"He is starting with him first?" I exclaimed shocked.

"It seems that they both decided to start with a bang," Lucario commented, as Sawyer released his Sceptile- both trainers then proceeded to Mega Evolve their pokemon.

Max's Mega Gallade and Sawyer's Mega Sceptile clashed with incredible strength and skill. The battlefield crackled with energy as their powerful moves collided. I could feel the intensity of their rivalry, all the way into the VIP box. Each trainer giving their all to emerge victorious.

The battle unfolded with lightning speed, both Mega Pokemon exchanging devastating blows. I couldn't help but marvel at the sheer power and determination displayed by Max and Sawyer. Their bond with their Pokemon was evident in every command and every move executed. As the battle reached its climax, my anticipation reached its peak. The clash between Mega Sceptile and Mega Gallade intensified, their attacks resonating with explosive force. It was a battle of equals, each refusing to back down.

But then, in a surprising turn of events, the battle resulted in a double knock out. My eyes widened with astonishment as the dust settled and both Mega Pokemon collapsed to the ground. The crowd erupted into a mix of gasps and cheers, recognizing the sheer magnitude of the clash.

"Shit!" Gary cursed, making Clemont turn to him with a glare- his little sister was in the room as well. "They are not holding back at all! That battle took less than five minutes and I was barely capable of keeping up! Are they really rookies? I can understand Max, as he has been infected by Ash," Gary continued, ignoring Ash's affronted 'Hey!'. "But Sawyer? He was supposed to be a normal trainer."

"Did you really think that a normal trainer could have been names Max's rival?" Ash scoffed. "Max saw something in Sawyer, and he is now proving us all that he is special. Don't doubt Max's eyes!"