The explosions coming from the sea caught the attention of Meloetta, who was burying Calyrex. It glanced curiously in that direction.
"Melo?"
"Tangtang~"
Servine used its vines to grip a small shovel, adding the final shovelful of sand to Calyrex. At last, it buried the other Pokémon in the sand, leaving only its head exposed.
From a distance, it looked like a giant Thistle bud about to bloom, growing out of the beach. A faint Thistle fragrance drifted on the sea breeze, making everyone feel an irresistible urge to take a bite.
Meloetta came back to itself and looked at the "masterpiece" it had created with everyone. It was extremely happy. During the Junior Cup, it had never been able to come out and play freely, so this time it had to enjoy itself properly.
"Melo..."
Looking at Calyrex buried in the sand and remembering how it had pestered her to join the band, she fell silent for a moment, her thoughts becoming troubled again. Yesterday, while holding the trophy, she had thought of composing a song for Mingyou, Ogerpon, and the others, who had won the championship.
But after thinking about it for half the night, she had abandoned several melodies that came to mind. She was not satisfied with them. She always felt that something was missing.
This time, it was no longer a gift meant only for Mingyou. It was a song for Mingyou and everyone else. Should she ask everyone for their opinions and incorporate their preferences into the melody?
"Melo~"
Maybe she could!
With that thought, she began asking everyone nearby about their interests and preferences.
Kirlia was the only one who had stayed beside Calyrex without doing anything to it. She had been holding a GBA and playing the whole time. When Meloetta suddenly