Togen unfolded his arms, placed his hands on Kaim's shoulders, and said:
"Kai Mu."
"Yes?"
"What I want is the Myo Gym! From today onward, you're Mio City's Gym Leader!"
Kaim's eyes lit up at those words.
I had thought the Pokémon League would announce the results directly. I hadn't expected Toogan to tell me here.
"Uh, is that what you meant?"
"No, no!"
"Yes..."
Kai Mu looked puzzled, and Togen smiled as he spoke.
"But it's already decided! Full marks on the written exam! No problems with the interview! And this was the result of your battle! There's no reason to fail you! Right?"
As Tougan spoke, he turned his gaze toward the Pokémon League officials.
The League officials looked at me and nodded with wry smiles.
"Neither of you has any complaints, either!"
Natane and Maxie, who had served as examiners, nodded at Togen's words.
"Of course! After seeing such a wonderful battle, I have no reason to reject myself!"
"Although there's still room for improvement, we've demonstrated outstanding fighting ability! There's nothing to complain about!"
"That's what I said."
Kaim smiled wryly at how casually things had concluded. Sometimes I wondered whether this was all right, but I said nothing, certain that it was more comfortable than being overly rigid.
"From now on, you'll be leading a Pokémon Gym and its Trainers! Don't settle for where you are now. Keep working to improve yourself as you guide everyone else!"
"Yes."
"A fine answer! I'll be taking on challenges from now on, too. This is a new beginning for us!"
Natane, Maxie, and the League officials approached Togen, who was laughing heartily, and Kaim, who was smiling wryly.
"Congratulations, Kaim! Now you're a fully qualified Gym Leader!"
"I have responsibilities, but as long as you can show me