In front of the television.
Just hearing that the Alola League Conference was opening had already fired Ash and Kiawe up.
But there was another surprise in store.
"For this League tournament, we have invited a special guest.
Alola's first Champion will face the Masked Royal in a full six-on-six battle!"
At the same time, the Masked Royal and Incineroar appeared on the screen at Manalo Stadium.
"Alola! I'll be facing Alola's first Champion in a blazing showdown. Let's enjoy the battle!"
The Masked Royal and Incineroar on the screen struck their signature poses once again.
That brief video alone...
Immediately fired up Faba, who had never intended to enter, and James, who was selling donuts from a food truck...
Along with Ash, Kiawe, and Lana at Lillie's house.
"Lana, you're practically turning into a Mimikyu..."
Sophocles, Lillie, and Mallow trembled.
The Masked Royal was Professor Kukui.
As for the guest who would battle the Champion,
Professor Kukui had agonized over the choice for a long time.
He had wanted Li Wei to be the guest for the finals, but he had also wanted Cynthia. In the end, both Li Wei and Cynthia had declined.
Because this had been Professor Kukui's dream since childhood.
He deserved to have a battle in this stadium.
So the special guest who would battle the Champion became Professor Kukui, disguised as the Masked Royal.
"Also, for the League tournament finals, we are honored to welcome two guest commentators-
Mr. Li Wei and Champion Cynthia!"
Li Wei and Cynthia would both be at the finals to serve as guest commentators.
The camera quickly shifted to Li Wei and Cynthia.
Li Wei handed Cynthia the microphone first.
"I hope we'll see a wonderful match.
And as the Masked Royal said, I hope every Trainer can enjoy