July 26.
Jubilife Pokémon Park, Lakeview Hotel.
Early that morning, Lorelei, an early riser by habit, washed up and slid the wooden doors open to either side. The view opened before her, and a gentle breeze drifted in.
The night before, Lorelei had become the hotel's first guest and enjoyed a wonderful night's sleep.
Sleeping here was even more comfortable than sleeping at home.
The meteorite energy Jirachi had accumulated over a thousand years was slowly transforming this land.
Building on that foundation, Li Wei had left the Earth Plate, imbued with Arceus's power, at the Breeding Center.
At present, the Earth Plate lay beside Regigigas.
And that was only the physical comfort. As for the effect on the mind...
Especially after waking up in the morning,
the enormous floor-to-ceiling windows offered an expansive view, laying the morning scenery of Swan Lake before her in all its glory.
The sky was still dim. Wearing only a silk nightgown, Lorelei stood quietly outside the window, her bare feet resting on the ground.
Beyond the window, Swan Lake was still immersed in deep-blue tranquility,
and the air was cool, with a faint touch of moisture.
After washing up, Lorelei had brewed herself a cup of hot tea as usual. Wisps of steam rose into the cool air.
Holding her teacup, Lorelei waited quietly.
According to Cynthia, this was the moment when Swan Lake's unmissable miracle unfolded.
The two Lucario had risen early as well and were now meditating as they faced Swan Lake.
As the seconds ticked by, a pale glow appeared along the edge of the deep-blue sky.
The lake remained calm, and the Swanna were still preening their feathers.
They did not seem to be preparing for a performance,
but appearances were deceiving.
Dancers put on makeup before a performance,