Towa and Shirona are still in touch to this day. However, the radio waves in the forest where Towa lived were very weak, and it was very difficult to exchange letters, which was rare in modern times. Letters are sent on a regular basis, and Shirona replies and returns. At that time, I also posted a photo with Kem and a photo with Pokémon. Shiwa secretly looked forward to the photo, but Shirona herself had no way of knowing.

"It's funny. I want to see you again. ”

"I hope to meet Sherabi."

"Yes.

"If you bring it, you might get a chance."

As he spoke, Kem turned his gaze to see crystals glittering in the sunlight. It was a crystal that Shelabi gave her when she traveled back in time and space. For now, the two of them are what they call "time crystallization".

"Indeed, Shelabi entrusted it to you, and if you carry it, Shelabi may sense it and come to see you."

"If you have the chance to go, take it with you."

"Yes"

I hadn't planned to go there yet, but when I went back to the modern era to visit, I had a crystallization of time. So if I come here again, maybe I'll be able to see those crystals.

"And the end of this trip is Yuanzhu City."

"Yes. It's a place full of memories. ”

"Is it that impressive? I know how you feel, but personally, Altomare is more impressive. ”

"The history of Maenju is interesting, and the city's streetscape is unique to the Johto area. Well, even without these, it impressed me. "

"Why?"

Indeed, as Baronai said, the streets of Wonju City are unique and unique to the Johto area. But Sirona says it's impressive even without them. For some reason, Kem asked Sirona.

"Because I saw your kimono."

"Oh, I see."

Shirona and Kem are sightseeing in Nobumi City in kimonos. The photo shows what the two looked like at the time. Sirona secretly receives a photo of Matsuba's back while visiting Sita, but it's a secret.

And the figure of Hakuna, who was wearing a kimono, was deeply imprinted in Kaimeng's mind, just like the swimsuit she displayed in Saba Town.

"You look good in a kimono from that time."

"Thank you.

"Huhuhu, thank you. Kimono is great, isn't it?

"Well, it's late, but why should I wear it?"

At the time, Kem thought that the innkeeper kept only Sirona, but in fact, Kem kept it too.

"Oh, I brought it on myself."

"Why"

"I want to walk around the city together in a kimono. That's all. ”

Hearing Bai Nai's straightforward words, Kem involuntarily fell silent.

Not only Kem, but even Sirona engraved the kimono of that time in her mind. Kem's appearance is about average. However, for Sirona, she is unique. Needless to say, if you see a kimono with such a person, it will be an unforgettable experience.

"You also gave me a very nice gift."

"Is that a hairpin?"

"That's right"

The hairpin which I sent at that time. Now it's a treasure for Sirona. I still wear it from time to time, usually in a special case.

"You have given me such a wonderful gift. I cherish it. ”

"Well, as long as it's appreciated in terms of gifts"

"Is this what you gave me? I'm sure I'm happy. ”

"I didn't expect you to be so happy."

Sirona smiled at Kem, who smiled wryly. Kem didn't realize it at all, just because he thought it looked good for him, so he gave Kanzashi to him, but it has a special meaning for a man to give Kanzashi to a woman. Kem still didn't know what that meant.

"I'm so happy to wear that hairpin to the Pokémon League finals."

"That's right, this is my first time joining the coalition as a supporter."

All the battles at that time were terrifying. Denji, Green, and Hikari fight Sirona. Everyone did their best and put on a good battle and Sirona retained the league title.

"I remember that in that stinging atmosphere, we did our best, and it was a great memory."

"I don't often see fights like this. It was a good experience for me to see it up close. ”

By supporting Shirona as a supporter, Kem helped Shirona defend her title. Although I haven't really fought, I can say that being able to see such a tense fight was a good experience for me as a trainer.

"At that time, I decided that if I won, I would confess."

“… Really"

"Yes. I've liked you for a long time since then, but I couldn't hide my feelings for you during my time in Pokémon League. So I decided to confess after winning. ”

"What are you going to do if you don't win?"

As far as the battle against the light that I watched at the time, it was not surprising that either of them won. In the end, Girona's Gabrias had a slight lead, but it wouldn't be a surprise if the win or loss came from behind.

"Maybe I didn't say it at the time. But I think I must have told you. ”

"Yes. Well, that's what I'd probably say. ”

“？ Is that so? ”

"Oh.

Seeing Kaim say this with an embarrassed and distorted expression, Sirona's heart burned. I didn't expect Kem to feel the same way at the time.

"Hehe, we had the same idea at the time."

"Don't do it"

"I'm so happy, and I want to be there for you from the bottom of my heart, so I'm happy to be with you like this now."

"Me too"

In retrospect, a lot happened when we were together. There is learning, there is fun, there is talking. But now, these are fond memories.

"I went to the Ichishu region and the Hoenn region and became the acting director of the dokan.

"Yes. It's been a very good year. ”

"What's next year like?"

"I'm sure it's going to be a good year. If I'm with you. ”

"Oh, I'm sure so."

Kem smiled slightly, took a cooked dish from the pot with his chopsticks, and threw it into his mouth.

"Not bad, Sirona."

Sirona, who had been called by Kem, turned her gaze to Kem in the kitchen and replied.

“？ What happened? ”

"Ask for a taste"

"Oh, I'm so happy"

Bai Nai got up in a good mood and walked into the kitchen. Kem took out one of the stews with his chopsticks and handed it to Sirona, who put the stew in her mouth.

"Ahh

"I've tried changing the seasoning, but it looks pretty good."

"The first one is also delicious, but I might like this one better."

After swallowing the cooked food, Sirona responds to Kaim and hugs him from behind.

"What did you do?"

“？ I like you. ”

"Thank you."

Kem smiled wryly at his sudden confession, but he also felt that he liked Sirona a lot. Therefore, I was glad that Shirona had the same thoughts, so when she hugged me, I gently stroked her hand.

"Thank you this year. See you next year. ”

"You're welcome"

After that, Kem continued to cook, and Sirona hugged him from behind.

*

After eating the Chinese New Year's Eve soba dinner, the two spent a relaxing time. Snuggle together, staring blankly at TV, sipping hot roasted tea.

"The TV shows at this time are mainly special programs and New Year's Eve specials."

"Bored?"

"No, not really"

Kem doesn't watch much TV. I always check out fight-themed shows or shows from people I know, but the only other shows I watch are news shows.

Therefore, I like to watch variety shows that I don't usually watch, so it's not boring at all. It's true that I'm not that enthusiastic, because I look at it with the feeling that there is such a world, and not something interesting.

"It's going to be a little busy tomorrow, so it's not bad to be lazy."

"Yes.

"Please don't leave tomorrow."

"It's busy, and it can be crowded."

Many people go to the first mold after the New Year. Kem wasn't very good at dealing with crowds, and Sirona didn't want to get bogged down by crowds from the beginning of the year.

"You think, doesn't Kem have to go home?"

"Are you talking about your family?"

"Yes"

Kem's hometown is the Hoenn region. After becoming Hakuna's apprentice, he never returned to his hometown after coming to the Sinnoh region. She didn't go home around the summer, including the year-end and New Year's holidays, but Sirona didn't know what she was going to do in the future.

"I don't mind, at least I'll call you to say hello, but my parents aren't so bothered that I'm going to go out of town. First of all, my parents didn't bother me that much. "My sister hasn't come back yet, don't call me back."

"Yes.

"Is it okay to do this?"

"Shortly after I got home, I wanted to say hello on the phone, and my grandmother knew I was busy, so I would check in with her regularly."

"Really"

On his last visit to the town of Shenaki, Kem had a conversation with Sirona's grandmother, Aina. The story is "Are you ready for a walk with Sirona?" Of course, Kem replied, "Yes." Aina admitted him. Recalling that conversation, Kem was overjoyed, and once again remembered that he had to continue his studies not only in battle, but also academically.

I jerked my gaze away from the TV to a corner of the room. There, Mukhokok, Togkiss, and Bashamo dozed off. I think I'm tired because I've done a lot of cleaning, playing, and hand-in-hand work. Seeing that figure, Kem smiled slightly.

"What happened?"

Seeing Kem's sudden smile, Bai Nai heard this. Kem said as he stroked Sirona's hair.

"No, that"

"Oh my gosh. You must be tired. ”

Sirona smiled at the sight of Mukhok and the others whom Kem urged them to see. Although they are not completely unconscious, it is still warm to see them snuggled together.

Outside, Metagros walked around with Micarus on his head, and the fluctuations of both Lucario were fixed on his body. Tritolong is playing ball floats with Milocarros. Gabrias didn't like the cold, so he went back to the prom.

Blakey was lying relaxed on Cam's lap as a pillow.

"I think the tub is about to boil, come in."

"Okay, thanks."

Sirona finished her remaining tea, got up from the couch and walked to the bathroom.

Kem was left behind, staring absentmindedly at the TV, stroking Blackie, who seemed to be having a good time.

"Ascend my God."

Sirona came out of the tub, wiped her wet hair, and walked into the living room, where she found Cam sleeping quietly on the back with her eyes closed, and Blackie curled up on her knees.

"It must be boring."

Kem says he's not boring, but if he really doesn't think so, he won't take a nap.

"Keim"

Sirona shook her shoulders slightly, let out a moan, and replied slightly. It doesn't look like he's completely asleep because he can't open his eyes, but he seems to be barely conscious.

"You did your best today, too."

Sirona looked at Kem with a smile and sat down next to him. Seeing the unusually unprotected Kem, Sirona felt a prank in her heart.