After the match between David and Paul concluded, the two of them proceeded to the stands to watch the second round while the Coordinators got dressed.

Waiting Room

After everyone got their clothes switched out for their Contest Outfits they proceeded to take their seats in anticipation. But before Kenny took his seat, Nando pulled him aside. "Something wrong Nando?"

Nando shook his head and began to whisper to Kenny. "It's nothing. I just wanted to talk to you regarding your match with Dawn."

Kenny had a look of confusion on his face. "Why's that Nando?"

"Look, I know that you still have a crush on Dawn… I just want to let you know that being jealous won't help you when you fight her."

Kenny was silent for a few moments. How does he know? This is so awkward. "I understand Nando, but I am 19 and I know that being jealous is a bad thing. I'll be fine."

Kenny proceeded to walk to his seat as Nando let out a sigh. Let's hope so Kenny. Nando decided to take his seat next to Zoey waiting for the match to start.

Frank was also waiting for his match, but then Harley walked over. "Hello Frank, I take it you will be my opponent?"

Frank proceeded to roll his eyes in response to Harley's question. "Cut to the chase Cacturne, why did you want to talk to me?"

Harley crossed his arms in annoyance. "I am not a Cacturne!" Harley let out a sigh before continuing. "Anyways, I wanted to talk to you because you have a chance right now to give up and spare yourself the humiliation."

Harley proceeded to snicker, but Frank smirked and responded. "Humilation you say? Bring it on Harley. Maybe you'll be more of a challenge than your girlfriend: Pepto Bismol"

Harley stopped snickering after that and got angry. "You little brat, Solidad will beat your girlfriend like a punching bag." He went back to his seat in anger.

Just then, the Television in the Waiting Room turned on and announced the first two Competitors for Round 2.

Dawn had a nervous look on her face. I know I can do this. I won't give up.

Kenny got off his bench and walked down the hallway to the Contest Arena. I have one chance to prove myself against Dawn. I need to make this count.

Contest Arena

In the arena the audience was eagerly waiting for the next round to begin. Just then, the spotlights turned on and revealed the judges and the host: Marian.

"Greetings everyone, and welcome to the 2nd round of the Ultimate Coordinator!"

As the audience roared with applause, Marian continued. "This round shall have eight matches and we have upgraded the arena to prevent the audience from suffering from weather damage. As such, we have installed weather proof glass into the stands. But without any further ado, let's start this round off with a bang!"

The arena was then lit up, revealing the two Coordinators. "To my left is Twinleaf Town's Kenny!"

Kenny had a smile on his face. He looked ready to fight. "I won't go easy on you Deedee."

"To my right is Twinleaf Town's Dawn!"

Dawn also had a smile on her face. "Good. Show me what you got!"

The Television screen then proceeded to show a circular wheel with the numbers 1, 2, and 3 on it. "We managed to fix the wheel this time and also added an additional mode: Triple Battles. Now spin the wheel!"

The wheel began to spin Clockwise for a few moments before eventually landing on. "This match shall be a Single Battle. Let's begin!"

Kenny reached into his pocket and pulled out a Pokeball. "Empoleon let's go!" He then threw the ball into the air and released his Pokémon.

Dawn also grabbed a Pokeball from her pocket and proceeded to throw it. "Flame on Typhlosion!"

When Typhlosion was released onto the field the wheel was replaced with a 5 minute timer, starting the match.

"Typhlosion use Double Team!"

Typhlosion agreed with its trainers command and created clones across the arena. But Kenny just smirked as he lost a few points. I know this strategy Dawn, this is predictable. "Empoleon, Mist!"

Empoleon proceeded to open its mouth and released a thick icy Mist, making it hard to see where Empoleon was.

As Dawn's point total began to decrease, she had a look of concern on her face. I can't believe he still has that move. Now I can't even see where he is. But I have to plan something… "Typhlosion and Typhlosion's clones use Gyro Ball!"

The Mist began to glow as a result of the Gyro Balls as all the Typhlosion's charged at Empoleon. "Beat that Kenny!"

Kenny smirked in response as the Mist began to dissipate. When it disappeared from the arena, the Typhlosion clones were knocked out with the exception of the real Typhlosion, who managed to avoid taking any damage from Kenny's still-standing Empoleon.

As Dawn's point total took a severe hit, she was confused. "But I don't understand. How did you survive that attack?"

"It's simple Deedee. You may have Double Team, but I have a move that helps Empoleon: Rain Dance. Combine that with Mist and Empoleon could hear them coming a mile away."

Dawn was confused by this turn of events. "So not only does Rain Dance weaken Typhlosion's Fire Type moves, but it also gave Empoleon the chance to hear where they were and counter it…"

Dawn then smiled. "Not bad Kenny, but I have more up my sleeve than just Fire-type attacks. Typhlosion use Dig!"

Typhlosion burrowed into the ground. "Empoleon, keep your eyes out for that Typhlosion."

Just then, Typhlosion came out of the ground below Empoleon and hit Empoleon directly with a Flamethrower, sending Empoleon flying and causing Kenny to lose a lot of points. "Empoleon, Hydro Pump!"

Empoleon managed to stop spinning and fired a Hydro Pump at Typhlosion, landing a direct hit and decreasing Dawn's point total.

When Empoleon landed on its feet, it was showing signs of exhaustion after both the Flamethrower damage at close range and the pressure from the Hydro Pump. But Typhlosion was also showing signs of exhaustion after getting hit by a ton of pressurized water and the impact after the attack hit.

As Dawn looked at the scoreboard, both she and Kenny were tied in points and that was making her worry. "I guess I have no choice then. It's time for Typhlosion to use that new TM I gave it earlier."

Kenny was confused by what Dawn said and turned to face Marian. "Is that allowed?"

Marian responded. "If it's done before a match, then yes it is allowed."

Dawn smirked after hearing that. Excellent. "Typhlosion. Finish this off with Fire Blast!"

Despite Typhlosion panting, it was able to open its mouth and launch the Fire Blast at Empoleon.

Kenny looked at the attack and prepared his last attack for Empoleon. This may cost me, but I have to try this. "Empoleon! Drill Peck! Drill Peck through the heavens!"

After hearing what its trainer said, Empoleon fired a Hydro Pump at Typhlosion's Fire Blast and then ran into the attack, combining the Hydro Pump with Drill Peck to create a large Drill of Water, amazing the audience.

When the two attacks collided, it was like hitting a brick wall. Neither attack moved an inch and because of that, the pressure was beginning to build.

As seconds passed, the pressure continued to increase further and further with neither side moving. Until the pressure was too much, creating an explosion, sending both Empoleon and Typhlosion into a wall.

"Time!"

The air vents were turned on immediately and the smoke quickly evaporated. Marian began to speak into her microphone once again. "That was something, and at least the glass prevented the audience from breathing in the smoke. Anyways the winner of the match is a tie."

Dawn and Kenny were shocked at this and turned their heads to notice that both Kenny and Dawn's point totals hit zero.

"We are currently reviewing the footage to see which Pokémon fainted first. So please wait."

After a few minutes passed,Mr. Sukizo walked on stage and gave Marian the winner. "Okay everyone, we have a winner. After reviewing the footage, it determined that despite a one second gap between the two hitting the wall, Empoleon hit the wall first. So the winner is Dawn!"

The audience roared in applause, but as the two Coordinators returned their Pokemon to their respective Pokeballs, Dawn walked over to Kenny. "Sorry Kenny. But you were really close…"

Kenny let out a deep sigh. "I wanted to win this competition, and I blew it. There's nothing I can do about it now except train harder." Kenny then proceeded to smile. "Don't worry about me Deedee, just go and kick some butt in the next round okay?"

Dawn smiled back." I will. Good luck Kenny."

Kenny bowed his head to his opponent and left the arena.

Waiting Room

When Dawn returned to the Waiting Room, her friends were waiting. May was smiling and gave Dawn a high-five. "Congratulations Dawn on advancing."

Dawn smiled. "Thanks May."

Zoey smirked in response. "Congrats Dawn, maybe we'll have that match after all."

"Here's hoping Zoey. I have worked hard these past few years."

Dawn then turned her attention to Frank with a smirk on her face. "How's that for a crybaby Frank!"

Frank let out a smile. "I admit it, you proved me wrong. Good job."

Trish then proceeded to ask Dawn a question. "Congrats Dawn on advancing, but are you going to be okay? You seemed worried about Kenny after beating him."

Dawn turned to face Trish. "I will be fine Trish, but thanks for asking."

Frank proceeded to walk back to his seat. Suzy shrugged her shoulders in response and walked over to Frank. "What's your problem Frank?"

Frank let out a sigh. "It's nothing Suzy. I am acting like this because I am waiting to fight Harley. I do apologize for my attitude, but I am just anxious."

Suzy then ruffled Frank's hair. "It's fine Frankie. Just don't worry about it okay? You'll do great." Suzy then smiled.

"Thanks Suzy. I got to go now; I will be back shortly." Frank kissed Suzy on the head.

"I know you will." Suzy returned the kiss by kissing him on the lips.

Frank and Harley got up and left for their match.