The power plant burned fiercely, flames roaring toward the sky as thick smoke blanketed the air.
"An explosion and fire have broken out at the Lumiose City Power Plant. The scene is chaotic, and there may be casualties. The cause of the fire is still under investigation."
"Raging flames are shooting into the sky, with smoke rising over a hundred meters high. Strong winds in Lumiose City are causing the fire to spread rapidly."
The news crew captured the entire scene on camera. Across the Kalos Region, almost everyone who was awake was watching the report.
A dozen or so fire engines were parked outside the power plant. Fully equipped and braced for the worst, the firefighters crouched or knelt beside the engines, their alert eyes fixed ahead as they gripped long hoses and directed powerful jets of water into the flames.
Each firefighter also had a Water-type Pokémon beside them, helping put out the fire.
Then a Goodra moved to the front and used Rain Dance. Beneath the rain, the blaze slowly died out.
"Finally, we're safe." After escaping the fire, Xiao Yan lay spread-eagled on the soft grass, gulping down fresh air.
Things he had never considered came flooding into his mind. Things he had not thought of before, things he did not want to think about-all of them tangled together. Lying there felt so uncomfortable... so uncomfortable...
The sea of flames had been swallowed by the rain. Exhausted, I pushed myself up from the ground in the downpour.
"Thank you." Clemont also climbed up from the grass. His clothes were torn in several places, leaving patches of skin exposed. Beneath his thick coat, his skin was surprisingly fair and delicate.
Looking at Clemont before him, Xiao Yan had to admit that this man was beautiful.
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