Dian gazed at the other man's figure once more and silently urged him on. Good luck!
If I get the chance, I'd really love to see what that Charizard looks like after Mega Evolution.
The first match belonged to him, the Trainer from Johto.
Dian smiled and turned toward the Pokémon Center. Although Jumpluff would not need to battle tomorrow, adjustments and rest were still essential.
The moment Dian stepped through the doors, he came face-to-face with a striking figure in a white suit. Who else could it be but Shiki?
"Hmph."
Shiki clutched his trump card tightly, then gave a cold snort and strode away.
Dian gave him a puzzled look. Even now, he had no idea why this Elite Four member's younger brother was so hostile toward him.
He looked away, passed through the dense crowd in the Center, and joined the line leading to Lisa.
Only when his turn came did he notice two more figures beside her.
"Blissey—!!!!"
Blissey waved her white hand enthusiastically, looking so happy she could almost fly.
Her excited cry drew glances and whispers from everyone around them.
"He's..."
"Elite Four member Lorelei's..."
"That match just now was really high-level."
Ignoring the other Trainers' stares, Dian leaned over the counter and handed Blissey a mille crêpe cake he had bought in the Competitors' Village. Apparently, it was quite famous and available only in limited quantities.
"Blissey, long time no see. Has your student finished her training?"
"Blissey, Blissey."
Blissey nodded, then realized this was hardly the time to chat. She hurriedly took the Poké Balls Lisa handed her and pattered into the workroom, then quickly ran back out.
"Is this a bribe?"
The other figure, who should not have been there in the first place, pointed at the cake set to