"The Moon. Blackie is a Pokémon that symbolizes the moon and is very suitable. ”

"You had to tell me about it, it really bothers me."

Sirona said as she stroked Blackie, who was being held by Kem. The little black who was being stroked turned her gaze to Kem with a happy face. Kem smiled when he noticed the gaze.

"Okay, let's make it a moon ball."

"Good for you, Blackie."

Hearing Bai Nai say this, Xiao Hei smiled happily.

"Well, what would the others do if Blackie was okay with the moon?"

"Why don't you actually look at it and decide? Xiao Hei did the same, why don't you let everyone choose what they like? ”

"yes, then, let's start with Bashamo."

When Kem said this, he embarrassed Bashamo.

"Did you hear the story? Is there a ball you're interested in? The next ball, I'll do it. ”

After listening to Kem's instructions, Bashamo glanced at the display case. In addition to the Gantetsu Ball, Bashamo chose the Hyper Ball after considering the normal Poké Ball and the Super Ball.

"Super balls? Same as Sirona. "

Hearing Cam's words, Bashamo nodded. Basamo chose Hyperball because he wanted to use the same ball with Lucario and Gabrias, who often accompanied him in training. I want it to be the same ball as the Pokémon of Shirona that I respect. That's what Bashamo thought.

"。 It feels like I want to make it into a ball like the Shirona Pokémon that I respect. Very good. "

Hearing this, Bashamo scratched his cheek with some embarrassment. However, Kem understood Bashamo's feelings, so he didn't laugh at him. The idea of wanting to share the same things with someone you respect and love is different, but the roots are the same.

"Okay. Then I'll turn you into a super ball. ”

Bashamo nodded and returned to the ball.

Later, when Lucario and Mukhok were also asked about their favorite ball, Lucario chose Hyperball, the same as Bashamo, while Mukhawk chose the timer ball. They also bought a diving ball for the three-toothed dragon and a heavy ball for the Metagross, and after exchanging the balls, the two left the shop.

"After all, Mukhok Hawk tends to choose something a little weird."

"Isn't it cute because it has a mysterious side?"

"That's right."

Bai Nai's impression of Pokémon was as sweet and honest as ever, and he smiled slightly.

You've been smiling a lot lately.

People won't think you're laughing, but you seem to be able to express your feelings more fully than when you first met. Sirona was a little glad she was one of the factors. I'm excited to be able to influence Kem in any way I can and be a factor in shaping the person he is today. That's how I feel.

"Not applicable"

“？ What happened? ”

"Nothing."

I was ecstatic and couldn't help laughing, but Sirona lied to me that it was nothing. Kem tilted his head at Sirona, but seeing that Sirona was in a good mood, he decided not to worry and took Sirona's hand. Realizing that he was holding his hand, Sirona withdrew it and walked side by side with Kem.

ーー

At night

The sun was setting and it was getting cold, and the two returned to the car.

"Oh, you bought a lot."

Looking at the shopping bags lined up in the back seat, Sirona smiled wryly. This is not a popular shopping, but it is also a normal shopping volume in the world, but for the two people who don't usually shop much, this amount feels like a lot.

"Oh, that's a rarity for us."

"Yes. Neither Kem nor I added much. ”

The biggest reason is that we are all busy, but Shirona doesn't have a lot of things at home. There are a lot of tools related to research, combat, and training, but at first glance they are simple, because Kem has already sorted them out. In particular, Keim's room is fairly simple, with only a bookshelf, a bed, and a computer.

"Do you have a lot of stuff in the kitchen?"

"Although it was all arranged by Kem."

"I basically don't let Shirona touch the kitchen."

"I'm starting to be able to do a little bit."

Since learning curry, Sirona has occasionally practiced cooking under the supervision of Kem. Although sometimes I would behave badly, gradually I could do more. I especially felt the improvement in being able to accurately measure the amount of ingredients and seasonings. Considering that when I first started, I tried to put a whole bottle of soy sauce in it, which is already a big improvement.

"I still can't let you do it alone, but it's not a mistake."

"Really? The day when I make rice and sweets for Kem may not be far off. ”

"Make something that people can eat."

“。 Someday I'll make you say it's absolutely delicious. ”

For this, I hid in Kem and worked hard. In the not-too-distant future, Sirona is doing what she has to do to convey her thoughts and words.

Of course, Kem didn't understand it at all, and he didn't say it either. He was quietly burning with fighting spirit, and he would definitely surprise Kem.

Then, Bai Nai felt a little hungry. Look at the time, although it is a little early, it is also a good time for dinner.

"You were a little hungry when you came."

"Ahh Is it this time? ”

"What do you want to do? Do you want to go home after eating? Or do you want to eat at home? ”

"I have booked this store.

Hearing Kam's words, Sirona's eyes turned to dots.

“？ Booking? ”

"Ready"

"Wow, you're ready"

"Okay"

Actually, it took me two weeks to decide which restaurant to go to, and I finally decided after listening to Suzuna and Ishana's opinions, but I didn't say that. It would be wise to do so, because to say so would only expose Keim's pity.

"What kind of shop?"

"A shop called Aquamarine, which is a private store with private rooms."

"Private room. Thank you. ”

Bai Nai is quite famous in the Sinnoh region. There were so many people a while ago that I couldn't talk to them because they were just looking at each other and the atmosphere was so sweet, so I was hesitant to talk to them, but this restaurant is the same. Unrestricted. I chose a shop with a private room, which Keim was worried would be a nuisance to the store and who wanted to be undisturbed when he was alone, both of which were compatible.

"You should be ready."

"Escorts must be honest."

"I'm so happy, I didn't expect you to arrange it to this point."

"I've got to escort you well, it's a great Christmas date."

It's been a long time since we've been on a date, and Kem's enthusiasm isn't the same as it used to be. Although I think it's rare, I'm glad that Sirona has done so much for me, and my heart warms.

"I'm very happy. Thank you. ”

"Don't worry.

"Whew. Then I'll leave it at that. "

Shirona scratched her head and said happily to Kem.

Kem realized that he hadn't completely deceived himself, but that he felt that it would be troublesome to correct and that he would be ridiculed, so he started the car without saying a word.

Shirona is taken to Aquamarine, a restaurant overlooking the sea in Mio City.

The interior, while simple, exudes style.

"Wow, what a beautiful shop"

"It's mainly a Western restaurant, with seafood and meat, so you can eat whatever you like."

As soon as the two were waiting in front of the cash register, the clerk came.

"Thank you for waiting, do you have an appointment?"

"This is the reserved Keim."

"You are Mr. Keim and have booked a private room. I've been waiting for you. ”

The two were led to a private room by the clerk. After that, the clerk came back after explaining how to order.

"You're ordering food on the touchscreen."

Orders are accepted by operating a tablet mounted on the seat.

The private room is set at a moderate temperature, and the view of Mio City is from the window. The sea was pitch black at night, and although I could barely see anything there, I could see the moon reflected in the water.

"Nice view"

"You can see the sea during the day, but it's hard to see at night."

"It's a night where you can see the moon, and Blackie will be happy."

"Let's go see the sea in a moment."

"Okay, let's go."

Seeing Sirona smiling happily, Kem laughed too. Then I handed the tablet provided to Sirona.

"Menu, don't decide"

"Have you decided, Kem?"

"Nope. I'll wait until Sirona decides. "

"Then let's decide together, so we can see together."

With that, Sirona moved from Kem to her. If you want, you can put it on the table and watch it together, but Sirona deliberately chose to move next to her. And Kem didn't have any particular problems, and I'm glad to have him by my side, so I didn't point it out.

"Wow, what a menu."

"It's a popular restaurant, so it must have a wide menu."

"Which one should I choose?"

Shirona manipulates the tablet to advance the page. Everything on the menu looked delicious, and Sirona had a hard time making a choice.

"Everything looks delicious."

"You can worry as much as you want"

"Oh, that's unusual. Normally, I am told to make a decision as soon as possible. ”

"There is no time limit for today, and my plan ends here."

"Is that so? Then bother me. ”

Sirona continued to push the page.

Among them, Bai Nai stopped at a certain page. The menu listed on that page is a set menu, with two main courses written on fish and meat.

"Ah, this one looks delicious"

"？ Ah, the package? "

"That's good.

"Then I'll order something different from Sirona.

“？ You okay? ”

"I don't mind. I'm also curious about the package. "

"So, can we?"

With that, Bai Nai ordered a set meal for two, put the tablet back in its place, and returned to Kem.

Said to Kem, who was drinking water.

"Yes, today's date plan is good, thank you."

Shirona vaguely guesses that Keim's date plan is most likely not something she came up with alone. Originally, I didn't know anything about these things, so I came up with a good plan on my own. Even if Cam tried his best to study it, it would be difficult to build it so well. Sirona wondered if that was the reason she borrowed someone else's help.

Of course, this is not a big problem for Sirona. On the contrary, I can only thank him for trying to make me happy even with the help of others.