"Was it worth it?"
Cynthia knew that the Dragon Tamer had helped Ye Qing many times. Especially since meeting Ye Qing, he had barely taken any time off.
"I suppose so. For the Pokémon League's next generation."
The Dragon Tamer let out a long breath. With Ye Qing leading this generation, he believed Dragon Country would grow even stronger in the future.
There were no more disruptions during the awards ceremony, which finally drew to a close with Meloetta's singing.
Back at the hotel, Mizuno Jeff was still caught up in the earlier final battle. Mega Diancie's terrifying combat prowess kept replaying before his eyes.
How could he be so strong? How could this happen... I was a national Champion raised with the resources of an entire country, and I had Heatran at my side, yet I only managed third place!
If this had been an ordinary World Cup, fine, but it was held on home ground in my own country, and I was humiliated like this!
Mizuno Jeff punched the hotel wall again and again, not stopping even when his fists were stained red with blood.
Williams stood on the hotel rooftop, basking in the spring breeze as he mused, "Ye Qing, our era has only just begun. I really hope you survive the coming turmoil."
"Son, you were amazing! World Champion!"
Ye Mom took Ye Qing's face in her hands and planted a hard kiss on it. He had really done both the Ye and Zhao families proud!
"Ahem, ahem."
Ye Dad coughed awkwardly twice. Their son was already so grown up, yet she was still kissing him. How embarrassing.
Zhao Ziran ran over with Zhang Siyu in tow and said excitedly, "Cousin, you're incredible! Now I've got something to brag about to people."
Old Master asked with