Viridian City seems like a bustling metropolis compared to the slow pace of Pallet Town. You'll be able to experience your first Pokemart, Pokemon Center, and Gym, and also meet a lot of interesting people. When you return with a few new moves and badges under your belt, you'll be able to do even more and take down Giovanni.
Giovanni: Rhyhorn Lv 45. Ground-RockGiovanni: Dugtrio Lv 42. Ground
Giovanni: Nidoqueen Lv 44. Poison-Ground
Giovanni: Nidoking Lv 45. Poison-Ground
Giovanni: Giovanni: Rhyhorn Lv 50. Ground-Rock
Giovanni: Giovanni: Reward: Earth Badge & TM 26 (Earthquake)
