144 Chapter 143 - Goodbye was never the end.

[Ladies and Gentlemen, I on behalf of the Kanto Association thank each and one of you for coming on such a short note. I and the rest of the Kanto Association would also like to deeply apologize to every person for the inconvenience." Lance, Lorelei, and everyone from Kanto Association bowed their head to 90 degrees.

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[This year's Indigo League was undoubtfully the longest League of our history. The League went on for 2 straight days. In those 2 days, we witnessed something that cannot be described in just a few words. This year's Indigo League is undoubtfully the most decorated in the entire world. Every trainer has fought hard and given their best. So now, I announce the name of the trainer who came top 3 in this year's Indigo League.

3. Shinji Paul

2. Kagami Itsuki

1. Cynthia Shirona.] In one of the small stadiums, which was filled with people the indigo League was giving rewards to the top 10 trainers with the most points. After what happened yesterday, more than 60 million people around the world were watching this event live.

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At the center of the battlefield, Lance and Lorelei announced the top 3 trainers of the Indigo League. Behind Lance and Lorelei, Professor Oak who looked pale and sick stood with all 7 remaining gym leaders of the Kanto region.

Standing next to brock, Sabrina also looked pale and tried. This morning Sabrina, fortunately, woke up before the event started. Sabrina's injuries hadn't healed yet. She stubbornly attended the event even though Itsuki and others tried to pursue and convince her because she wanted to congratulate Itsuki and Cynthia.

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Paul, Itsuki, and Cynthia all walked out to the battlefield. Among the three, only Itsuki waved his hand towards the crowd. Paul didn't care much about the crowd but he did smile at the crowd. Cynthia when she saw Itsuki waving his hand to the crowd, she slightly raised her right hand towards the crowd.

The crowd madly cheered for Paul, Itsuki, and Cynthia. The whole stadium was in a state of happiness. Everyone regardless of their region, race and gender clapped their hands for Itsuki, Cynthia, and, Paul.

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Ash and Paul both watched the scene in jealousy as Paul, Itsuki, and Cynthia stood on the award platform. With a proud look Kagami, Rui, Grace, Serena, Shizuka, Carolina, Luna, and Cooper who were sitting among the crowd clapped their hands as loudly as possible. Shizuka even had tears in her eyes. This was the proudest moment of her life.

Micheal and Jerry the two famous commentators took the mic from Lance. [Now I will ask Professor Oak to present Paul with his Silver medal.]

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Oak walked like an old man who had a back problem. His slow-walking style was laughed off by many young people. Oak with slow steps, walked up to Paul and put the silver medal around his neck.

"Congratulation young man. I look forward to seeing your bright future." Oak then for a second looked at Itsuki with his cold eyes. Yesterday Oak had no idea what happened to him but he wrongly concluded that Giovanni must have done something to him with Mewtwo.

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Seeing Oak leaving without saying anything to Cynthia or Itsuki, both Lance and Lorelei looked at each other with a helpless smile. It was no secret that Oak and Itsuki had bad blood.

[Cough! Moving on, I would like to invite Miss Lorelei to honor Itsuki with the Gold Medal.] From the beginning, Lorelei had a good impression of Itsuki. It's sad fact that she couldn't do anything to help him when Ash and Paul cheated. To be honest, Lorelei rather wanted to see Itsuki win. She favored Itsuki more than Cynthia.

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The crowd clapped their hands for Itsuki. This League has gained Itsuki many fans and followers. Everyone was sad that their idol lost. Everyone clapped their hands as loudly as possible and chanted his name to show their support for Itsuki.

Lorelei walked up to Itsuki and put the Gold medal on his neck. "Congratulations Itsuki. You have made me your die heart fan. I really can't wait to see the day when you will win a League." Itsuki shook Lorelei's hand with a smile.

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Sabrina, Koga, Brock, Lily, Blaine, Lance, Cynthia, and Paul all clapped their hands for Itsuki. Oak also had no choice but to clap his hands. But his face looked like he had eaten shit. His face looked uglier than shit.

"Also sorry for not being able to help. Our hands were tied on those matters." Lorelei spoke in a tone that only Paul, Itsuki, and Cynthia were able to hear. Itsuki and Cynthia instantly understood that Lorelei was apologizing for not being able to do something to punish Ash and Paul even though both of them cheated. Paul looked confused about the whole matter.

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"It's Okay. It's not like I lost. I defeated them." Lorelei nodded. Lorelei then turned to Cynthia and Paul. "It looks like the Sinnoh region has produced two world-class geniuses. I can't wait to see both of your futures.] Paul, although he was not happy at where he was currently standing but being praised by the elite four is not something that happens every day. Paul felt happy when he was called a genius.

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[Next, the person who won it all, she is Cynthia Shirona from Sinnoh League. The person who won 2021's Indigo League. I would like to invite Mr. Lance to present Cynthia with her trophy and Platinum medal.]

Clap!!!!

Everyone in the stadium clapped their hands as Lance walked toward Cynthia with a Championship trophy which was 2 feet long. The trophy was made out of white gold with 3 stars on the top front which was made out of platinum and at the top there was a small mini-figure of Cynthia. The figure itself was made out of the white diamond.

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"Cynthia Congratulation on being the first trainer from a foreign region to lift the Indigo League Championship. Your achievement will be marked in the pages of history." Lance put the gold medal around Cynthia's neck.

"Now take the Championship that you have rightfully earned." At this moment Cynthia felt she was having a dream. She did it. She managed to win the Indigo League after 12 months of hard work. With her trembling hands, Cynthia touched the championship trophy and lifted the trophy in the air.

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Cynthia! Cynthia! Cynthia!

Clap!

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"Congratulations Cynthia." Itsuki clapped his hand with a sincere smile on his face. Itsuki was very happy for Cynthia. Seeing her success, Itsuki became even more motivated to win the next League trophy.

Oak, Sabrina, Brock, Koga, Lance, Lorelei, Micheal, Jerry, and every other gym leader, police officers, nurses, all everyone who was watching this clapped their hands for Cynthia.

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As Cynthia lifted the trophy, fireworks brightened the entire sky and made it look like the heavens were blessing and congratulating Cynthia on her victory.

'I always wondered how in the anime Ash always lost after reaching the finals or semi-finals but I understand now. But next time I will be the one who lifts the Championship trophy. The next Kalos League Championship mine.' If possible Itsuki wanted to start his training right now. He was overflowing with motivation and determination to win the next Championship.

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After 5 minutes, when things calmed down a little, Lance took the mic. [In addition, Paul as for reaching the top 3rd among thousand other participants, the Indigo League will award you with one royal Pokemon egg, 200 Million [Poke $], [5] luxury balls and 50 million worth of Pokemon supplies, also a green pass to every 5-star hotel, restaurant, resorts, Pokemon centers in Kanto region] Many trainers around the world stared at Paul in jealousy. With this many resources, Paul would become even stronger in the future.

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[Kagami Itsuki for getting 2nd position will receive the following rewards. One mystery Pokemon egg. The Pokemon egg is confirmed to have a rare Pokemon. 500 million of [Poke$], [10] Ultra Ball, 50 million worth of free Pokemon supplies, Green pass which also includes no tax, and a luxurious Mansion in Saffron city.] It was Lorelei's idea to add a Mansion to the reward. This was Lorelei's way of saying sorry to Itsuki for not punishing Ash and Paul.

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[Finally our Champion Cynthia. Cynthia will receive 1 billion [Poke$], a Dragon sphere, [20[ Ultra balls, and 100 million worth of free Pokemon supplies. Golden pass which will allow Cynthia to have access to anything in the world for free. The holder of the Golden pass won't have to pay any tax to any government.] Cynthia looked confused about the Dragon sphere part.

[The dragon sphere is a naturally occurring rare item that occurs once every 100 years. The item can help Dragon Pokemon increase their level by one.]

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Hearing the description, Itsuki's heart began to beat faster. If Cynthia used this item on Garchomp then in the future Itsuki will have to face Garchomp whose level will be 47 or maybe even level 48. Not just Itsuki, Paul didn't even try to hide the jealous look on his face. Even Ash and Paul who were watching live felt their stomachs burn in jealousy.

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[Ladies and Gentlemen, this concludes this year's Indigo League. I once again thank you all for coming to watch the Indigo League.] After that Paul left the stadium, while Itsuki, Sabrina, and other gym leaders celebrated with Cynthia.

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After one hour,

At the airport, Cynthia, Carolina, Shizuka, Grace, Serena, Kagami, Rui, Luna, and Cooper all gathered to say goodbye.

"So this is a goodbye." Cynthia, Carolina, and Shizuka three were going to return to Sinnoh. The people of Sinnoh had decided to hold a parade for Cynthia. "Itsuki, I haven't gone home for a year now. I wish to take one month's break before starting my journey." Cynthia then turned to others and bowed her head.

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"Thank you for everything." Cynthia then went to give a hug to Luna, then Serena, and then Sabrina. "I miss you all. If someday any of you guys happen to come to the Sinnoh region, then I will be more than happy to host you."

While Cynthia said goodbye to Luna, Serena, and Sabrina, their parents also said goodbye to each other. After giving a hug to all the girls, Cynthia walked up to Itsuki and nodded her head with a smile.

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Cynthia could see the flame of determination was stronger than ever. Cynthia had a feeling that the next time when she would meet Itsuki, Itsuki would become even more powerful.

Itsuki took a step forwards as he bought his head near her right ear. "Next time, don't cry when I win. I haven't lost completely." Itsuki then back off. But he was surprised to see the slight blush on her face. Her cheeks slightly turned red as she showed the most beautiful smile to Itsuki. At that moment Cynthia was breathing taking gorgeous. Itsuki could never forget that smile she showed him at the airport.

"Goodbye, everyone." Shizuka, Carolina, and Cynthia waved their hands as they walked down the stairs.

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"Now it's our time to say goodbye to each other." Cooper looked at his daughter only to see her look sad. Itsuki also noticed Luna's sad look. He approached her and gently patted her head without any other intentions.

"This is not goodbye. We're going on our separate ways because we're pursuing the paths we choose. Let's meet at Kalos League next." Serena's expression turned bright when she heard Itsuki's words. This meant she would be able to see Itsuki more often.

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"If I don't see you at Kalos

After that Cooper and Luna also took their leave and left the airport. "Son, are you not coming with us?" Rui asked with a sad look. Even Serena looked a little sad.

"____" Itsuki!

"Mom, please I am going on a vacation with Brock. I am not leaving forever. I will be gone only for 2 weeks. After that, I will come back home." Itsuki also needed to launch his [A1] by the beginning of next month.

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"Also Serena, I am sorry but I will make it up to you." While others were confused, Serena understood Itsuki was apologizing for not taking her with him. The fact that Itsuki cared about her feelings made her happier than ever.

"You better keep your promise." After nodding at Sabrina, Serena and her mother with Ituski's parents also left in different directions.

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Itsuki noticed the lonely look that Sabrina had when he was interacting with his family. Itsuki took Sabrina's right hand and held her cold hand.

Sabrina looked at Itsuki as numerous emotions flashed in her eyes. "Don't worry. You're not alone. You can always consider me as your family." Even though Sabrina didn't manage to start her romantic relationship with Itsuki, this was more than enough. Currently, her heart was at peace and she wanted to enjoy every moment with Itsuki.

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A person with spiky hair and tan skin walked behind Itsuki. Itsuki and Sabrina turned around and saw Brock wearing a round hat.

"Ready to go?" Itsuki and Sabrina nodded their heads.

"Let's start our new journey."

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End of Volume 1