Yong and the others lined up in order and stepped onto the field one by one, receiving their certificates of honor from the members of the Elite Four!
Yong's championship trophy, however, was presented by President Charles Goodshow himself!
The old man smiled at the young Trainer before him and nodded in satisfaction.
"Everyone has seen your ability and strength! Congratulations, young Trainer! You've earned this honor!"
Yong respectfully accepted the trophy with both hands and said with a smile,
"Thank you for recognizing me, Grandpa Goodshow!"
The old man paused in surprise, then laughed heartily and stroked his beard.
"Keep it up! I have high hopes for you!"
"I will!"
Holding his trophy, Yong stood alongside Kong and the others, with Drake, Glacia, and Wallace behind them and President Charles Goodshow in front. Amid everyone's smiles, a photograph preserved that moment forever!
Shiyan Yong from Dewford Town had won the Hoenn League's Ever Grande Conference!
Bang! Bang! Bang!
Countless fireworks and bursts of flame exploded in the sky!
They bathed the darkening sky in colorful light! Amid the audience's enthusiastic cheers, everyone began leaving the venue. The burning sacred flame would be collected and would not be lit again until next year.
The packed crowds streamed steadily outside.
Although everyone was now free to leave Ever Grande City, most spectators and some competitors still chose to stay another night and take an airship the following day.
Of course, some Trainers had already left.
Among them were Kofu and Carmilla, who had private airships, and A Kun, who had a flying mount!
Spotting a figure disappearing beside the road, Yong politely declined Kong's invitation. He pretended to return to his room, then quietly left the Pokémon League.
Beyond the city of Ever Grande, surrounded by the Sea of Flowers, lay