It was finally time.

“Ladies and gentlemen! Welcome to the stadium challenge finale! Entering now is the trainer Bora from Lilycove, who ripped through the competition with her ferocious battling style!”

Bora smirked, loving the feeling of a crowd cheering her name. The energy in the stadium was electrifying and exciting. She was the center of the spotlight.

“And now, your Galar champion, Siyeon!” The crowd went wild, cheering and feet stomping. Siyeon’s name quickly filled the stadium. Bora’s smirk only widened at that. They may be cheering for their champion right now but when she wins, they’ll be cheering for her. It’ll be a story of Bora toppling the unbeatable giant. One that will bathe her in glory.

Her rival stopped in front of her with a calm smile on her face. She stuck her hand out. “I look forward to beating you again, Bora.” Bora gripped her hand with some force behind it.

“I’m going to defeat you this time.”

“I like that resolve in your eyes. You remember what we are wagered on, right?” Siyeon’s dark eyes smothered into Bora’s, trying to read her reaction.

“Wouldn’t forget it even if I tried.”

They released each other’s hand and walked to the opposite sides of the stadium. On the cue from the referee, both trainers threw their pokeballs out. Blue and Sua roared into the air before settling down. Just the other da