He couldn't take it anymore and fell to the ground.

"Rentler can't fight! So, in this game, the champion Sirona wins! “

Cheers erupted, and Sirona waved to the audience.

Dengie asked Renteller to retake the ball and then walked over to Sirona.

"A complete failure."

"You've gotten stronger. Defeat Lucario. “

"Not yet.

"Huhu, if you want to enjoy the game, you need real power. You've gained power, now all you have to do is extend it. ”

"Yes, let's do it again."

"I like it"

The two shook hands and left the venue.

Not far from the entrance, Kem greeted Sirona.

"Well done"

"Thank you"

"As expected"

“。 But if I had made even the slightest mistake somewhere, it might not have turned out that way. “

"Maybe"

"I've done my best. So is Chuanzhijun. With the accumulation of the best, I won. If I had taken a less-than-ideal action somewhere, the outcome would have been different. Chuan Zhijun, that's what I think is very strong. ”

"Really"

Kaim interrupted himself for a moment, looking at the earrings on Sirona's ears.

"So? Why are you borrowing my earrings? ”

Before the game, Sirona borrowed Keim's earrings and put them on her ears. As a result, Sirona wore red and blue earrings on her ears. Of course, the blue earrings were hidden behind Sirona's hair, so I couldn't see them.

"Didn't I tell you? I'm always alone when I fight, but I'm not alone. I want to feel stronger because I fought with you. ”

Sirona said with an elegant smile.

“… Really"

"Thanks to this, I'm more focused than usual, you know?"

"That guy will change depending on how he feels. Earrings alone can't be changed. ”

"Maybe. But it's a good opportunity for transformation. ”

"Well, actually, I can't help you fight.

"Fufu, then I love you."

With that, White Lo took Kem's hand and began to walk.

"Hey"

"What?"

"I agree to hold hands."

"Don't like it?"

"I don't like it."

"That's good!"

Kem sighed, and Sirona happily took his hand.

ーー

"Hey, you're on time, Green."

"Ahh

At night, when Kem heads to the place where he was called, he finds Green, the boy he had met the other day.

"Congratulations for winning the second round for the time being, and the next semi-final will be against the champion."

"Hmph, if it's my ability, it's natural. However, it will not be so easy to face the champion. ”

Judging by his tone, he must have come up with some kind of countermeasure against Bai Nai. Green doesn't know that Kem is a supporter of Sirona. That's why I summoned Kem the day before I fought Sirona.

"I didn't expect you to call me."

"I don't mind."

"No, but do you know how far I can go against a trainer of your level?"

"It's enough to just tweak, and that's not the point."

“？”

"Adjust for the time being, help me."

"Yes, yes"

"Okay, so be it."

"Can you please stop saying such things while hitting me?"

"It's a pity you're too weak."

After the adjustment, each other return the Pokémon to the ball.

Kem then asked Green what he was worried about.

"So? What are the main contents? ”

Green didn't call Keim out mainly to adjust. Whatever the theme is, if the tweaks are done, I'd like to get into the theme as Kem.

"You know my Shirong Plateau's achievements, right?"

"Ahh

The Green team lost to the current champions, the Red team.

It is said that he also traveled extensively to train as a samurai.

"At that time, my grandfather, Dr. Oto, said to me, 'Do you know why you lost? That's because you've forgotten your love for your Pokémon. ’”

“… Really"

"I still don't understand what that really means, so I've played against trainers who are called tough guys in various competitions, but so far I haven't met anyone stronger than me."

“”

"I was told something similar in the first round. What do you think? I beat him, but no one approved of my approach. Am I wrong? ”

"I don't know"

Keim dismissed Green's serious remarks.

Green was stunned by such a Kem.

"It seems to me that your fight has taken away the emotions and calmly manipulated the field. But I don't know if you're doing it wrong. There are as many trainers as there are ways to deal with battles and Pokémon. I do not know. "I don't know which is the right answer."

"Then why did I lose to the red team when I was winning in form and strategy?

"Isn't it? It's just that I don't think it's possible to do that with your feelings alone. This may be one of the factors, but Pokémon battles are not so sweet, and you can win by feeling alone. You are the embodiment of it, aren't you? ”

Keim buys coffee from a vending machine next to the course and tosses it on the green.

"That's the old man's mistake"

"Do you hear me? First of all, you are right or wrong, so stay away from me. You should do what you want. ”

“”

The face was unconvinced.

Kem opened the coffee tab and drank his coffee.

"Winning or losing cannot be decided by feelings alone, but sometimes the strength of feelings determines victory or defeat."

"Pictures?"

"When we're evenly matched, or not far behind, our ideas determine the outcome.

"Then the reason why I lost to Red"

"This may not be the only reason, but it may also be one of the factors, think about it, a man who can only see himself as a piece, a man who sees himself correctly and treats himself with love. If it's you, where? Do you want to do your best? ”

“”

Cam turned his back to Green, who didn't answer, and threw the empty can in the trash.

"What does fighting mean to you? Only by understanding it can you become a champion. ”

“”

"Then let's go, good luck tomorrow."

"Waiting"

"Yes?"

"Finally, I want to ask, how did you get stronger, your ability as a gym coach is quite good, I want to hear how you got stronger."

Judging by Green's adjustment just now, Kem hasn't quite done it yet, but he seems to be a person who can get stronger in the future.

That's why I wanted to ask. In order to become stronger in the future, what is Keim's heart that is unwavering?

"Don't think about such a difficult thing.

"What doctrine is that?"

"It's just that I've always loved Pokémon."

"That's all?"

"Oh, I've thought about it for a while, but why did you want to be a trainer in the first place?"

"Why"

"What is Pokémon Battle for you?

Green didn't answer.

Seeing Green like this, Kem realized that he couldn't answer right away, so this time he took his leave and left.

Green, who had stayed behind, thought about Cam's words for a long time, but couldn't think of an answer.

"You're late."

"Are you eavesdropping?

On the way from the training ground to the hotel, Shirona sat on the bench.

"For the record, I'm not going to follow you, you know?"

"Don't worry about this.

"Around. You know me well. ”

"It's quite long."

Shirona got up from the bench and walked side by side with Kem.

"I didn't expect to meet Grimm-kun."

"Because they don't know I'm a supporter of Sirona."

"So? What are you doing? ”

"Adjustment help and a little life counseling"

"Life coaching?"

Hearing such unexpected words, Bai Nai's eyes widened involuntarily.

"Our defeat in the last game of Shirong Kogen seems to have a lot to do with it. For some reason, I don't quite understand Dr. Oto's words, 'I've forgotten about my love for Pokémon.' ’”

"Yes"

Green is said to be a genius, he is a balanced party with very good leadership skills. Since there is no type deviation, it looks like a configuration that looks less dexterous, but conversely, it can cope with any situation. In addition, Green, who can also overwhelm his opponents, is indeed a genius.

However, this ruthless leading party left some cold impressions on me. Shirona realizes that Midori's own image could be part of it, but more importantly, it's a party that is completely different from Pokémon's intentions.

"I'm just a little bit older than him, and I'm definitely going to lose the real fight, so I didn't say anything arrogant."

"Yes, he has such trouble."

"I hope you'll notice this in your fight with Bai Nai."

"So tomorrow I have to work hard."

Keim returned to the hotel with Sirona smiling happily.

*

On the day of the semi-finals

From the opposite entrance, Keim watched Green walk toward the court.

Shirona was already on the field. Today's outfit is a white shirt with a black jacket over the shoulder, which looks quite simple compared to yesterday's outfit.

As I looked at Sirona's back and Grimm, whose thoughts seemed to be a little unbalanced, someone suddenly stopped me.

"Mr. Kem!"

"Why are you here? Suzuna. “

It was Susana who called me.

"Today is the last game, and we'll do maintenance after the game!"

"Is that so? I've had a hard time. ”

"Why are you here, Mr. Kem?"

"It's not like the disciple doesn't watch Master's game."

"In this way, Mr. Kem is indeed a disciple of Mr. Bai Nai!"

"Do you doubt me?"

"Nope! I've never heard of it! ”

"I see. What do you want? ”

"Nothing! I saw the two of you walking last night though, and if you don't mind, I want to know about their relationship! ”

Suzuna is also a young girl. After all, she seems to be interested in being in love.

"It's not. Master and apprentice. Researcher and assistant. ”

"Is that so?!"

"Shut up"

"I want to hear it!"

"Let's start the game"

Kem took his eyes off Suzuna, who was still asking about the relationship between the two with her sparkling eyes, and turned her attention to Shirona, who was standing on the field.

“… That man"

Standing on the field, Green was slightly stunned when he saw a man with his arms crossed at the entrance to West Rosside. Basically, only staff and supporters can enter the entrance. Since Kem is a staff member, he should be near the entrance.

He has held the title for more than 10 years in a row.

"It's been ten years, hasn't it?"

I'm proud of the title and I want to keep it for as long as possible. However, it's unclear when a young, powerful talent like Green or Light will emerge and take over the championship. The future may not be far away. Shirona introduced Kem to the world of archaeology in order to attract young talent to the profession. The same thing happens in the world of combat.

Of course, even if he is no longer a champion, the fight continues. The Pokémon battle continues as we want to walk with Pokémon.

However, Sirona has reason to want to win this match.

“”

My heart skipped a slight beat at the thought of the reason.

You can feel a different temperature from the warm water around your body. Sirona realized that the reason for her hot face was not hot water.

"Whew, I'm uncharacteristically nervous."

Stretch your slender legs in the bathtub and laugh at yourself a little. I scooped up the hot water with my hands and moved my hands so that it melted into my skin. A hand that was thicker than the average human being from combat training and research caressed my skin.

What are the consequences of that decision?

Did you get the results you wanted?

There were many factors that made her uneasy, but Bai Nai had already decided.

Regardless of the result, I will win this league to achieve that determination.

"Looking forward to tomorrow"

No one answered Sirona's words.

No matter who the opponent is, I believe it won't be that easy to win.

That's why you can enjoy it more.

And in order to achieve this determination, I cannot afford to lose.

Sirona closed her eyes and basked in the warmth of the hot water.

*

Light alone on the beach listening to the sound of the waves.

After defeating Gao You, one of the four kings in the league semi-finals, the next step is finally the final. I'm going to fight that Sirona.

During my travels, I was taken care of by Sirona many times. He gave me advice as a senior trainer and played the role of lord in the event of Giratina. Tomorrow I will fight such a powerful and beautiful Sirona. Hikari didn't know what to do yet, and she didn't know why she wasn't calm, so she came for a walk.

About a week has passed since crossing the Champion Road to this small island. Fighting with different trainers is very fun and fulfilling. I never thought I'd get this far, but it's still a lot of fun.

"Tomorrow will be the last day."

I muttered to myself as I looked at the sea at night.

After staring at the sea for a while, I heard the sound of sandwalking behind me.

"A good night"

I've heard the sound many times.

When I turned around, Shirona and Kaim were there.

"Miss Sirona, Miss Kem."

"What happened in the middle of the night? It's too dangerous for a girl to be alone. ”

"Eh, hey, hey, I'm a little uneasy"

Shirona sits down next to Hikari, who looks embarrassed. Kem sat on a piece of driftwood nearby.

"Tomorrow, you're going to have a battle with Miss Sirona."

"Are you nervous?"

"Yes. Miss Sirona is someone I respect. “

"Oh, I'm so happy."

"She's cool, beautiful, and very combative, but she's also very kind to me and Pokémon.

"Woo woo, you said something that made me happy."

“”

In fact, Sirona doesn't know how to clean and she doesn't do housework in general, so she can't make a decent living without Kem in her private life.

"Kem?"

"Don't say anything"

Kem shrugged at the slightly stressed voice.

"Already..."

"You two are really good friends."

"You can't use someone you don't trust as your assistant, can you?"

"Fufu, that's true."

When I absentmindedly didn't meddle in the conversation between the women, the smartphone in Kem's pocket began to ring.

"Remove a little"

"Work?"

"Ahh

"Let's get out of here."

Kem answered the phone and walked away.

Looking at her back, Hikari continued.

"Where did you meet Mr. Khem?"

"This is the Ngoc Worm University in Can Tho. I know a professor and I'm in his lab. ”

"Hey! Mr. Keim is smart! ”

"yes, it seems that you are very good at using your brain."

"Wow~ I don't like to study."

"Everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses. Everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses. ”

"You two are very good friends, but have you ever quarreled?"

"Yes."

"Huh?! Have it?! ”

"Of course. We are different people. ”

I still remember.

When Bai Nai's research is in trouble and the battle is at a low point, she is also hurt by some trivial things. I didn't have leisure at that time, and sometimes I got angry for no reason just because I wanted to spit out what I had accumulated. At that time, Kem also retorted in various ways, but Sirona at that time did not listen.

"It's amazing. Miss Sirona has a problem, too. “

"I'm human too. Sometimes things go wrong. ”

"And how did you put on makeup?"

"In fact, it went on for about three days."

"Yes?!"

At that time, Kem had just arrived in the Sinnoh region, so he and Kem hadn't lived together yet, so it was like a cold war.

"Kem didn't come to our house during that time.

“”

"Even though I knew it was my fault, I didn't have the spirit of an honest apology, and in retrospect, it's ridiculous."

"And how are you going to put on makeup?"

"Suddenly Kem came and started cooking."

“？”

"They lined up the rice and said, 'Let's eat. But Kem suddenly began to speak. ’”

With his usual tone and expressionless face, Kem said to Sirona, "I'm sorry. “

"'I know it's going to cause a lot of trouble. It was my fault for saying some bad things at the time. I'm sorry. It's funny, isn't it? There was nothing wrong with what Kem said. I'm supposed to be the one who apologizes. ”

“… So what's going on? ”

"I apologize to you too, that's all.

Keim said more than that.

"I know you're not good enough as an assistant. I will do everything in my power to make you feel like you can rely on me, so I want you to continue to guide me. ”

I had known Cam for less than a year at the time. So, Kem is less experienced than now, not to the point where he can be relied on as an assistant. However, at that time, Sirona finally understood that when the people around her were not doing well, those who could not rely on her and those who could not rely on her were sad.