Hello everybody, are you glad to see this updated sooner than expected. Just to be clear, I'm updating this one right now to get my first Contest chapter out of the way. Also a little warning, the chapter after the one after this is my first movie chapter and its gonna take a while. Anyway, I hope I did well with this chapter, I'm not very good with Contests so it may not be good compared to others, but I tried so enjoy it. I have to say, I'm pleased with the recent Pokemon episodes, even though there hasn't been a new one in a while because of you know what. Finally, after so many years, Ash has his own Riolu, HELL YEAH BABY! I am SO gonna have Ash get him in the Sinnoh Region, though the matter on what Pokemon he caches next is still a problem. Also I decided in my story to somehow have Paul and Zoey get together somehow. Now for some questions answered.

Luner Moon Butterfly: I will and what do you mean by that?

GUIPA: It will be a lot longer than that.

Guest: I know.

ULTIMATE PETER: That isn't what I meant. I mean I have to be careful of which Pokemon Ash should catch because he might catch them in Sword and Shield.

That's all the questions for now. Also for my Digimon fans, I rewritten the second chapter of my Royal Knights story, so check it out. Now, enjoy the chapter.

Chapter 17: Win, Lose or Drew.

Previously, our Rainbow Hero has finally reunited with his long-time friends and first traveling companions, Verity and Sorrel. Their reunion was heart-warming and touching. Ash's Pikachu, Verity's Piplup, and Sorrel's Lucario were also happy to see each other.

Ash fulfilled their promise to have a battle when next they meet. He had two full six on six battles with them. First, it was the battle against Sorrel. The young Pokémon professor in training demonstrated on how much stronger he has become on his journey by catching the legendary Entei and also accessing to Mega Evolution with his partner Lucario. It was a hard fought and close battle, but Ash managed to win.

Later, he had a full battle with Verity. Their battle was a showstopper and ended in an impressive draw. She also surprised her long-time friend and love interest with some of her Pokémon. A shiny Milotic, the legendary Suicune, and a tricky Mismagius.

Also Verity and Sorrel met Ash's current friends and travelling companions, May, her little brother Max, and Brock, former Pewter Gym Leader and now Pokémon Breeder. At night, they all watched beautiful Pokémon themed fireworks at the beach. May, Brock, and Max were on one side of the beach; Ash, Sorrel, and Verity were on the other.

Verity told her friends of her goal of being a Pokémon Coordinator, while Sorrel wants to learn more about what the Hoenn region has to offer, like their legendary Pokémon and the ruins. Ash suggested to his two friends that they could travel together just like before, and they accepted his suggestion.

That night, Ash and Sorrel made a blood oath and officially become sworn brothers; the Pallet Town trainer also confessed his feelings to Verity. The Twinleaf girl harboured the same feelings for the Rainbow Hero, and the two shared their first kiss, officially becoming a couple.

The now 6 travelling friends are still in Slateport City for the Slateport Pokémon Contest. May was practicing with Beautifly at the beach, leaving Torchic with the others. Not only was the Slateport Pokémon Contest nearing in a few days, this was also May's Contest debut. Verity went off to do some private training.

Having lunch at the Pokémon Center, Max told the others that he was concerned that May paid more attention to Beautifly rather than Torchic. Ash assured Max that May still loves Torchic no matter what. Ash explains to the young boy that a trainer's starter Pokémon is the one who becomes your very important partner. Brock also related to it as well; his first Pokémon was his Onix that his father gave to him as a birthday present. Ash explained that every Pokémon he catches is special, but it is Pikachu that is his number one partner. Sorrel also explained that he considers Lucario his partner as well.

Nurse Joy passed by and was impressed on how well our heroes have raised and trained all their Pokémon. Ash had swapped his team out again to do more training; he only kept Pikachu and Grovyle, swapping out for Corphish, Gallade, Donphan and Zoura. Ash, Sorrel and Brock had let out their Pokémon to have some lunch, but Sorrel kept Entei in his Ultra Ball to avoid unwanted attention.

Nurse Joy asked them a favour to watch over a batch of Pokémon for a new trainer coming to pick up her starter. The Pokémon happen to be a Mudkip, Torchic, and a Treecko. These three were a bit different from their Pokémon. The Torchic is a bit of a troublemaker and likes to battle, the Mudkip is a bit of a cry-baby, which is understandable since it's a young one, and the Treecko holds a twig with a flower in its mouth, show that it as female. Ash's Grovyle took care of the Treecko, May's Torchic watched the younger one and Brock's Mudkip gave the cry-baby one a piggyback.

Meanwhile, May was still training with Beautifly, until she saw a beached Wailord. She called via videophone to the Pokémon Center, so Nurse Joy went to the beach to help the giant Water Type. The Pokémon Nurse left and told Ash, Max, and Sorrel to take care of the starters and not let them out of the Pokémon Center. Brock went after Nurse Joy, because he was still love struck towards the beautiful young woman.

Of course, the Torchic started to cause mischief and escaped from the Pokémon Centre. The spirited Torchic accidentally evolved into Combusken at some point after battling and defeating some of the other Pokémon, including Ash's Corphish, which was amusing considering Corphish had the type advantage.

Ash, Sorrel, and Max were in big trouble. Max suggested to substitute May's Torchic as a diversion, but Ash was against the idea. Ash knew that May would not fall for that because she had a strong bond with her Torchic. They were left with no choice, but to tell the truth.

The new trainer was a girl with green hair, accompanied by her dad. Ash and Max had to tell Nurse Joy that the Torchic that she asked them to take care of evolved. The three annoying thieves (Team Rocket) then appeared in their balloon in an attempt to steal the Wailord that Nurse Joy helped not long ago.

However, Combusken showed its amazing new powers by freeing the Wailord and sending Team Loser flying. Ash finished it up by having Pikachu shock them again, before sending them flying.

The girl chose Mudkip as her starter and partner. The female Treecko felt sad on not being chosen. Suddenly, the girl's father was moved by this and asked Nurse Joy if he wasn't too old to be a Pokémon trainer. Nurse Joy kindly answers 'Of course not'. The father chose the Treecko as his partner. Nurse Joy appoints the evolved Combusken as a guard for the Pokémon Center, and the young fowl Pokémon accepted.

Later, Verity came back from her training, greeting her friends happily. However, May and Verity had started to not like each other. It wasn't hard to see that Ash and Verity had become a couple, and that didn't sit well with May. May had a crush on Ash that grew from their journey together, so she was a bit upset at seeing him with another girl.

Now, after what felt like so long, the day of the contest has come. However, they had a bit of a late start. May, Max and Brock were currently running towards the Pokemon Contest in a hurry. Apparently May didn't check the deadline, and now they were paying the piper for her carelessness. Unlike May, Verity checked the deadline and got up early to sign up for it. She took Sorrel and Ash with her, leaving Max and Brock alone with May.

"Hurry up you guys! I can't miss this! I got to make it!" May exclaimed in panic, running as fast as she could with Max and Brock behind her. "Next time, check the deadline before the day of the Contest! Verity had the right idea to check yesterday, while you didn't!" Max scolded his older sister for her recklessness.

"Remind me again why we're running along with her?" Brock questioned, since he and Max weren't entering the contest. "You guys don't have to rub it in, I get your point. Hurry!" May cried out as they picked up the pace to the Pokémon Contest.

Eventfully, they all made it to the contest with May going to the front desk. "Excuse me, I'm not too late to enter the Pokemon Contest, am I?" May asked the female worker, handing in her contest card. The woman took May's card with a smile. "No, you just made it". The female worker told May, going to her computer to sign May up for the contest.

May sighed in relief as she leaned down on the desk. "That was close". May said in relief that they didn't miss the deadline. "Let that be a lesson, always checked ahead of time to not make the same mistake again". Ash commented as he, Sorrel, Verity and Lucario walked up to their friends. Pikachu was riding on the Rainbow Hero's shoulder, while Verity held her Piplup in her hands.

"You could have given us a heads-up, you know". Max replied, turning to look at the Rainbow Hero and their new travel companions. "Sorry, I just felt like May needed to learn an important lesson". Verity apologized to the 8-year-old, sticking her tongue out playfully. "Oh well. It was a nice morning work out". Brock stated, taking a few deep breaths. "Pikachu". Pikachu remarked with a smile.

"The contest begins precisely at 1:00 pm". The woman told May as she handed back her Contest Card, who held it with a happy smile. "I won't be late". May promised as Brock looked at the clock and saw that it was 10 o'clock. "That's 3 hours from now. What should we do until then?" Brock asked as he turned to face his travelling companions.

Suddenly, Ash's stomach grumbled, making the Rainbow Hero look down with his cheeks red in embarrassment. "Why not go get something to eat". Ash suggested to the group, making Sorrel chuckle. "I see you still have a big appetite". Sorrel chuckled, making Ash look at his sworn brother.

"In my defence, I kinda missed dinner last night from training. So breakfast wasn't enough to fill me up". Ash told his sworn brother, making Verity giggle at her boyfriend. "Haha! In that case, let's go look for a restaurant". Brock declared, receiving an appreciated look from the Rainbow Hero. "All right!" Ash exclaimed in joy as the six travelling companions all left the Pokémon Contest.

(3 hours later)

3 hours has passed and now, the Pokémon Contest has officially begun. Inside the building, the whole stadium was filled with people. "Ladies and gentleman, thank you so much for your patience! The Hoenn Region Pokémon Contest and the pride of Slateport City will now begin!" A woman named Vivian Meridian called out on her microphone. Vivian is a beautiful woman with orange hair and blue eye along with a mole on the left side of her face. She was wearing a red shirt along with a long knee length skirt, giving her a more, classy and sophisticated appearance.

The crowd cheered out in excitement. "Now let's meet our judges!" Vivian exclaimed as she gestured to the three judges behind her, sitting down on seats. "I'll begin by first introducing the director of the contest committee, Mr. Contesta! All of our judges are well known for being fair, but firm!" Vivian explained as she gestured to the gentleman wearing a red shirt.

"Next we have Sukizo from the Pokémon Fan Club!" Vivian continued as she gestured to the short man in the middle of judges, who was waving. "And finally Slateport City's very own Nurse Joy!" Vivian finished as she gestured to the nurse of the Pokémon Center.

The screen then showed the prize that the Coordinators were competing for, the Slateport City Pokémon Contest Ribbon, which was a green ribbon. "The Coordinator who earns their way to victory will be honoured with the much esteemed Slateport Ribbon! Those of you skilled enough to earn 5 ribbons at the contests held through out the region, you'll be allowed to compete in the ultimate test of Coordinators, the Pokémon Grand Festival!" Vivian explained to the crowd watching. "My name is Vivian and I'm completely honoured to be your MC today!" Vivian stated with a smile as the crowd roared in applause.

Meanwhile in the waiting room, May was sitting down on a bench with her Beautifly, shaking like crazy, gripping her Pokeblock Case, while the rest of the gang were surrounding her in concern. "May. May!" Ash called out to the Petalburg girl, but she didn't respond to the Rainbow Hero.

"Hello, May!?" Max called out, snapping May out of it as she finally reacted to them. "Huh? What? What's wrong?" May asked, wondering what the problem was. "You look so nervous". Max answered his sister, who started flailing. "No, nonono! I'm not nervous at all!" May replied to her younger brother, trying to convince both him and herself.

"I get what's wrong with her. She's nervous". Ash said, getting Max and May to look at him. "It's understandable. Every beginner is nervous for their debut". Sorrel stated, remembering when he first started his journey. "Sorrel's right about that. Even I was nervous when I entered my first Contest". Verity said in agreement, remembering when she first entered a Contest.

"But you won that Contest, remember?" May reminded the Twinleaf girl, who laughed nervously. It wasn't common for a beginner to win on their first try, they'd actually loose, but Verity was one of the few who won on her first go.

"May, it's normal for you to be nervous. Although you performed with Janet before, this is really the first time you've been on stage all by yourself". Brock said with a smile, remembering back when May helped Janet, the girl who inspired May to become a Coordinator.

"You're wrong about one thing, old friend. She isn't alone. May has Beautifly with her". Ash remarked with a smile towards the Petalburg girl, who blushed at him. "I know, but still I've never been this scared. Ever". May sighed, her nerves screaming at her.

"Stay calm". Verity began as she placed her hands on May's shoulders, getting the younger girl to look at her. "Remember, if you aren't in control of your emotions, your Pokémon will feel the same". Verity continued, getting a confused look from May. "Really? They do?" May questioned as her Beautifly landed on her head.

"Do you Beautifly?" May asked her Bug and Flying Type. "That's what Mr. Big was telling you about. If a trainer feels nervous, then the Pokémon will feel just as nervous". Max told his sister, reminding her what their friend told May. "Pika-pika". Pikachu said in agreement to what Max said.

"Remember, you've worked really hard to get to this contest, May. Everything will be fine as long as you stay calm". Brock told the young female, who smiled at her friends' words, before she nodded to them. "Verity Awadetsu, you're up first!" A female employer of the contest called out, getting the gang's attention.

"So, ladies first, huh?" Verity questioned, before looking back at May. "Watch and learn from the expert". Verity told the younger female as she gave her a wink, before she walked out of the waiting room, leaving the gang as she went to do her performance.

Back on the main stage, Vivian began to explain about the Performance Stage. "In the Performance Round, Coordinators and Pokémon are judged for performance quality on the acts they've worked so hard on! Prepare yourselves for a display of beauty and precision!" Vivian explained, before she held out her left hand.

"Please welcome our first contestant from the Sinnoh region, Verity Awadetsu!" Vivian called out as Verity appeared, waving to the cheers of the fans.

Verity brought out a Poke Ball, before she kissed it. "Lopunny, battle dance!" Verity called out as she throws her Poke Ball in the air. The Poke Ball burst open as the Pokemon revealed itself. Lopunny is a bipedal, rabbit-like Pokémon with dark brown fur and a short round tail. It has pink eyes with black markings on the inner edge, long tufts of cream-colored fur above its eyes, and a small pink nose.

Back in the waiting room, the gang was watching Verity's performance carefully since this is their first time watching her perform. "That must be a Pokémon that Verity caught in the Sinnoh Region!" Ash exclaimed, before he brought out his Pokedex and scanned Lopunny.

"Lopunny the Rabbit Pokémon. The ears appear to be delicate. If they are touched roughly, it kicks with its graceful legs". The Pokedex explained about Lopunny, showing what type it was. "Lopunny looks graceful and powerful at the same time. Verity must have trained it pretty well". Sorrel commented, noticing how Lopunny's fur shined.

Back on the main stage, Verity began her performance. "Okay Lopunny, start things off with Focus Blast!" Verity commanded with a confident smile. Lopunny focused its mental powers, forming a light blue ball with its hands. Lopunny then fires the Focus Blast at the ceiling.

"Now use Jump Kick!" Verity commanded as Lopunny bounced and jumped very high, before it kicked the blue sphere. The Jump Kick fragments it into smaller spheres on the stage.

"Now finish this with Hidden Power!" Verity called out with a smile. Lopunny gave out a cry as it unleashed dozens of white spheres at the light blue spheres. The white and blue spheres merged together, producing sparkling, diamond-like shower effect that radiates the center stage, with the audience and judges watching in awe. The crowd was cheering loudly as Lopunny landed in front of her trainer and gave a bow.

"Amazing. Verity and her Lopunny were both in sync. Their demonstration was combining of both drama and action in harmony. They make a great team". Mr Contesta praised the Twinleaf girl and her Normal Type. "I can only say, Verity and Lopunny are both remarkable". Mr. Sukizo complimented, enjoying the show that Verity and Lopunny showed.

"Wonderful. They combined both the skill and strength of battles with the grace and elegance of contests. They truly work as if they were one and the same". Slateport City's Nurse Joy exclaimed, having enjoyed the first performance. "The judges clearly loved Verity's performance. Now, what score will they give her!" Vivian called out as the judges all gave verity her points for her performance..

Mr. Contesta: 10.

Mr. Sukizo: 10.

Nurse Joy: 10.

Total score: 30.

"Amazing! Verity has earned a full score!" Vivian exclaimed as the crowd cheered for Verity and Lopunny. Verity gave her partner a hug full of happiness. "Way to go Lopunny!" Verity praised her Normal Type, who hugged her trainer back. "Lopunny". Lopunny replied to Verity, its voice sounding female.

Back in the waiting room, the gang were impressed with Verity's performance. "Wow! I knew Verity was good, but this is better than what I was expecting". Ash said in awe, impressed with his girlfriend's performance. "I guess we now know how she won 2 ribbons". Sorrel commented with a smile, proud of his old friend.

May however was silent as she continued to stare at the screen, which showed Verity and Lopunny hugging. "She's amazing. She showed no hesitation and her bond with Lopunny was incredible". May whispered in awe, awestruck by Verity, her Beautifly impressed as well. What the gang didn't notice was Drew watching the screen as well, having an interested look on his face.

Soon Verity and Lopunny made it back to the waiting room as the other Coordinators were given their chance. "Hey guys". Verity greeted her friends as she walked up to them. "Hey Verity. You and Lopunny were awesome". Ash praised his girlfriend as he, Sorrel, Max, Brock, May and Beautifly smiled at the Twinleaf girl.

"I have to agree with Ash, you and Lopunny were magnificent". Sorrel said in agreement, very impressed with Verity's performance. "The both of you were in perfect sync". Brock complimented the Twinleaf girl, seeing how the girl had complete faith in her Pokémon.

"Your Lopunny was so cool!" Max praised as he walked up to the Normal Type, who smiled at the young boy. "Lopunny". Lopunny thanked Max for his kind words. "You were pretty amazing, Verity. I can see how you've earned your two ribbons. You're an awesome coordinator". May stated, amazed with the older girl's performance. "Thanks guys, it means a lot to us". Verity thanked her friends with a smile.

The group of friends watched as the Coordinators showed their performance and soon it was Drew's turn. "Next up is contestant 24; his friends know him as Drew!" Vivian announced as the young green haired boy appeared on stage, looking confident.

"There he is". Ash stated as he, along with everyone else watched May's new rival. "That Drew, thinks he's so great". May said with her eyes narrowed.

(Hoenn Elite Four- Pokémon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire)

Back on stage, Drew flicked his hair a bit. "Oh yeah Roselia go!" Drew called out as he throws his Poké Ball, releasing the Thorn Pokémon, Roselia. "Now use Petal Dance!" Drew began as Roselia released a shower of petals from its rose-like hands. "Roselia takes the stage with a simply, gorgeous Petal Dance; just fabulous". Vivian commented as Roselia lands on the floor gracefully.

Back in the waiting room, the gang was a bit impressed. "Looks like the guy's not all talk". Ash remarked, now seeing that Drew can back up his words. "Pika". Pikachu said in agreement to what his best friend said. "It was beautiful". May said in awe, with her Beautifly agreeing with its trainer.

Back on the main stage, Drew continues his performance. "Next use Stun Spore!" Drew commanded as Roselia spins around and releases its Stun Spore. "And Magical Leaf!" Drew added as Roselia stopped for a moment, before she launches its Magical Leaf attack.

The two attacks merged to make the appeal even more gorgeous. "Outstanding! Magical Leaf and Stun Spore. They completely won over this audience with their precise teamwork". Vivian commented in awe as Roselia posed in the middle of Magical Leaf.

"That really is pretty". May said in awe, her eyes stuck to the TV showing Drew's performance. Beautifly once again agrees with its trainer, while Verity and her Lopunny watched the performance carefully.

"And now it's time to finish up. Roselia use Petal Dance!" Drew gave his final command. Roselia once again released a shower of rose petals, before she suddenly vanished. Ash, May, and the others were surprised at seeing the Grass and Poison Type vanish.

"Magical Leaf!" Drew added as the temporarily vanished Roselia fired its Magical Leaf, which cuts through the Petal Dance, making the appeal dazzling. Roselia finally reappears back on stage, after a few moments; giving the audience a bow with Drew.

The audience roared out in joy, having enjoyed the performance. Drew once again flicks a bit his hair. "Perfect, what'd ya expect?" Drew stated with a smirk on his face. "So now we await the judges' opinion of that excellent performance". Vivian said as she looked at the three judges.

Mr. Contesta: 9.8.

Mr. Sukizo: 9.9.

Nurse Joy: 9.7.

Total score: 29.4.

"29.4, that's the second highest score yet!" Vivian called out in awe, not noticing Drew looking at his score with a frown on his face. Back in the waiting room, most of the gang were surprised by the results. "His score is almost the same as Verity's score". Max stated, a little worried at how good Drew is.

"Your comments?" Vivian asked Nurse Joy, holding her microphone out to her. "That was a great combination". Nurse Joy answered, having loved the way Drew used his combinations. "It was remarkable". Mr. Sukizo simple said, those three words showing how he feels. "And as for me, I was impressed with their great use of the entire stage". Mr. Contesta told what he thought of Drew's performance.

"This guy's maybe better than I thought". May said, worried at how well her performance will compare to Drew's performance. May spend the new few minutes looking down in concern as more Coordinators gave her performance. "Yo!" A familiar voice greeted, getting May to look and see Drew was in front of her.

"I see you made it". Drew said to May, giving her a harmless smile. "Hello Drew". May greeted her new rival. "I trust that you caught our performance? That was some true art". Drew questioned May as he flicks his hair. "What do you want? Did you just come here to brag?" May questioned her rival, wanting to know why he started a conversation with her.

"No, as a great Coordinator, I came here to cheer you on. See, I want you to at least make it through the first round". Drew answered, showing at least good sportsmanship. "Just watch me, oh great one!" May replied to the older Coordinator. Watching the two was Verity with her Lopunny, who was smiling as she watched the two rivals.

However, the cries of the audience got the three Coordinators' attention as they saw a blond adult man performing with a Milotic. "And now the next coordinator to take the stage number 38, Robert!" Vivian announced as the crowd cheered.

"Now Milotic, let's use Safeguard". Robert gently commanded his Water Type. Milotic calmly created a protective field around itself as its body is outlined in light green. The crowd is astonished by Milotic's Safeguard as the Water Type looked beautiful.

"That was awe inspiring". Mr. Contesta commented, enjoying the sight of the beautiful Milotic. "Yes, simply remarkable". Mr. Sukizo agreed with his fellow judge. "I'm very impressed". Nurse Joy stated, her eyes glued to Milotic.

Ash, Brock, Max and Sorrel watched the performance from the crowd. "So, this Robert has a Milotic". Ash commented as he looked at Robert's Milotic, which was a different color than Verity's one. "I've heard that some people think that Milotic is the most beautiful Pokémon of all". Max remarked, remembering reading about Milotic.

"Me too. What a great choice for a contest, huh". Brock said, enjoying the performance so far. Milotic proceeds to fan out its tail and show its magnificent scales, capturing the crowd's cheers. "With its dazzling appearance combined with its awesome technique, Milotic has the whole stadium enraptured!" Vivian commented as Milotic kept showing its scales to the crowd's delight.

In the waiting room, May was watching Milotic's performance in awe, while Drew simple watched. "Beautiful". May said in awe, enjoying the beautiful performance. Behind the two, Verity and Lopunny watched the performance as well and they had to admit, they were impressed. "He's good". Verity stated, knowing she had to be careful around this man.

Soon Robert finished his performance and left the stage. "Folks there's only one more contestant left in the preliminaries and now it's entry number 50, May, you're up!" Vivian called out on her microphone. Meanwhile the Petalburg girl is at the back and was completely nervous, gripping her Poke Ball before she walked up to the stage.

"All right, it's May's turn". Ash stated as he, Brock, Max and Sorrel are glad to finally see her debut. "This is May's first time participating in a Pokémon Contest, so let's give her a warm welcome and watch her Pokémon's elegant entry". Vivian requested as the crowd cheered for May, who was still nervous.

"Uhh… All right then". May nervously said, overwhelmed by the pressure. "Oh this isn't good. I think she's overwhelmed by the stadium". Brock said as he noticed May's nervous face. "Just calm down May!" Ash called out to his friend, trying to encourage her.

"Come on, you can do it!" Max called out to his sister, hoping she'll pull through. "Pika Pika!" Pikachu cheered for his friend as well as May finally got her act together. "Beautifly, let's go!" May called out as she was about to throw her Poke Ball, but she slips up and falls accidentally. The judges and the crowd all gasped at watching her fall.

Vivian walks up to May, lending her hand to the young girl. "Are you all right dear?" Vivian asked the Petalburg girl in concern. May accepted Vivian's hand as she pulled her up, "I'm fine; that was just a little warm up". May told Vivian as she throws her Poké Ball. "Now Beautifly, it's time for you to take the stage!" Mal cried out as her Poke Ball released her butterfly Pokémon. Beautifly appears, showing its scales and impressing the crowd a bit.

"Wow Beautifly's marvellous wings really do catch your eye!" Vivian commented in awe as the crowd watched May's performance. May started to throw a frisbee at her Beautifly. "String Shot!" May commanded as Beautifly launched String Shot from its mouth, which wrapped around the Frisbee. Beautifly then tosses the Frisbee back at May, who managed to catch it with no problem.

"Excellent and a clean catch!" Vivian commented as May once again tosses it at Beautifly. "Again!" May called out, which her Beautifly complies and returns it with its String Shot. May catches it again, and suddenly they toss and return it back and forth successfully. "They're really going strong now! That incredible combination has more than made up for May's earlier slip up". Vivian commented in awe as the crowd watched.

"All right. She's got the hang of it now". Ash said in relief to see May not nervous anymore. "Way to go, May!" Max praised his sister, even though she couldn't hear him. "Those are some nice effects. She's completely focused on her timing with Beautifly and got her nerve back". Brock commented, seeing May was now more focused on her performance instead of the audience.

"Ready for this Beautifly? Gust, let's go!" May called out as she tosses the disc, and this time Beautifly flaps its wings, releasing a gust of wind that returned the Frisbee back to May. "Now it's a return using Gust! If she catches this, it'll mean real points!" Vivian called out as May tries to catch the Fristbee, but she almost missed.

"Oh no could this be a miss". Vivian commented in concern, but May manages to catch the disc in the end.

Ash, Brock, Max, Verity, and Sorrel all sighed in relief that May managed the successful catch from their different locations. Verity was watching in the waiting room with her Lopunny.

"She did it, and by not dropping it she should be just fine". Vivian said with a relieved smile on her face. "Time to finish this up, right? Silver Wind go!" May commanded as Beautifly's wings glowed white, before it creates a gust of silvery wind. "Go into a spin!" May added as Beautifly spins around, while continuing its Silver Wind.

It created a beautiful and appealing, silver tornado. "I don't believe my eyes. Beautifly has been surrounded by a spiralling Silver Wind. It almost looks like Beautifly has been in a gorgeous, silver rose". Vivian said in awe, enjoying the performance so far.

"She did it". Ash said with a smile, proud of May. "And that's gotta be the prettiest Silver Wind she's ever done". Max added, impressed with his sister. "Pikachu". Pikachu said in agreement, riding on Ash's shoulder. "I think Beautifly was born to be on stage". Brock remarked, noticing how natural this seemed to Beautifly. "I'll say this, those two were meant to be Coordinators". Sorrel finally admitted, having kept quiet during May's performance.

From inside the waiting room, Verity and her Lopunny had proud smiles on their faces. Drew was watching from around the corner, seemingly impressed. "What do you know? That wasn't bad at all". Drew stated, actually impressed with May and her Beautifly.

Beautifly lands on May, and both make a nice bow to the audience to end their performance. The crowd cheers for both May and Beautifly, having loved their performance. "So let's find out what the judges thought of May and Beautifly's performance". Vivian said as she looked at the judges.

"Very good for a first time effort". Nurse Joy commented with a smile as she gives a score of 8.1. "She's got a bright future ahead of her". Mr Contesta said as he gives his score of 8.3. "I'd say she's just remarkable". Mr. Sukizo said as gave his score of 8.5. The three scores give a total of 24.9.

"And their final score is a total of 24.9!" Vivian exclaimed as the crowd cheered, but May looked a bit disappointed. "What a drag. I didn't even score a 25". May said in disappointment, her Beautifly disappointed as her trainer. "That ends our preliminary round! In a moment, we'll be announcing who will advance to the second round!" Vivian told the crowd, who cheered in excitement.

In the waiting room, May sat down on the bench she was sitting on before her performance. "I just hope I make it to the secondaries". May said in concern, afraid she won't make it to the second round. "Come on, you did great and that's what counts. Besides, there's always next time". Verity told her friend as she sat next to May, who gave the Twinleaf girl a smile of appreciation.

Suddenly a rose was offered to May, getting her and Verity to see that it was Drew who was offering it. "A good performance May". Drew told the Petalburg girl, who smiled at him. "Is that for me? Thanks Drew". May thanked her rival as she took the rose.

"Not for you. It's for your Beautifly". Drew corrected as May lost her smile. "It's obvious that the Coordinator's still has a lot of training to do". Drew added as he flicks his hair. "Well I guess we all can't be as good as you!" May retaliated as Drew looked at Verity. "I saw your performance. I have to admit that you're good". Drew told Verity, who smiled at him.

"Thanks, but I still have a lot more to learn to be as good as my mum". Verity replied to Drew as she looked down, thinking about her mother. "Oh? Is your mother a Coordinator?" Drew asked Verity with interest, but she shook her head. "No, just someone really famous for being strong". Verity replied to the male, knowing that she's still nowhere close to matching her mother.

"Now, the results are in, and I thank you for your patience. These eight Coordinators will move on to the next round!" Vivian called out from the main stage as the screen showed the eight Coordinators who made it, including Verity, May, Drew and Robert. "Ahh!" May called out in joy, while Drew looked surprised.

"You made it, because…" Drew started with a smirk, but May cut him off. "I know, you wanna say it's all because of Beautifly!" May interrupted the green haired male, before she smiled happily. "Oh who cares!? My Beautifly and I are moving in to the secondaries!" May exclaimed in joy as Verity smiled at her friend.

Back in the audience, the gang were discussing amongst themselves. "That's so cool, both May and Verity's going to the second round!" Ash said in joy that his friend and girlfriend made it to round 2. "Pika!" Pikachu shared his partner's joy at seeing May and Verity success. "You know what? My sister might win". Max said with a confident smile, confident that his sister will win the contest.

"Don't count on it. The judges judge on the Coordinator's battling abilities and May isn't experienced at that. Verity has the more likely chance to win the contest". Sorrel stated, raining on Ash and Max's happy parade. "You're right". Both Ash and Max said in unison, now worried for May.

The screen started randomizing the Coordinators on who they had to face in the next round. "The contestants are now randomly being chosen to see who they'll be facing in battle!" Vivian explained as the screen stopped, showing the match ups. May was facing Drew in the first round, while Verity was facing Robert. "And the results are in!" Vivian stated as both May and Verity widened their eyes.

"Don't tell me!" May called out from the waiting room. "Not good!" Ash stated from the audience. Verity kept quiet, before she turned to see Robert standing a few feet away from her, giving a smile that she returned. "Ha! Me against you? That'll be fun". Drew chuckled with his arms crossed as May turned to look at him. 'I just can't lose to him'. May thought to herself, promising to win her match against Drew.

Sadly, she wouldn't be able to keep that promise.

May's match against Drew went terrible because Beautifly couldn't even land a hit on Roselia. Drew defeated May single-handedly and will be moving on to the next round. The gang was gathered around May in the waiting room, who was crying on Ash's shoulder as the Rainbow Hero gave her a hug to help calm her down.

"I'm so sorry May". Max apologized to his sister as Ash ran his fingers through May's hair, comforting her for her loss. "I stink. I couldn't do a thing. To think… that… my Beautifly worked so hard out there. All I did was totally mess everything up. I feel awful!" May cried out in sadness as she continued to cry out her tears on Ash's shoulder. Ash gave a soft pat on her head, letting her know he and their friends are here for her.

"It's okay. You did your best, I'm proud of you". Ash told the Petalburg girl, proud of her for doing her best. "You know, the only thing I could think about was how much fun it would be if I entered a Pokémon Contest and to perform side by side with Beautifly, but I… I never thought on how hard it would be to lose!" May cried out as opens her eyes, showing her hurt expression to her friends.

"It hurts May". Brock told the young female trainer, feeling sorry for her lost. "It hurts a lot". Max added, feeling his sister's sadness. "The first lost is always the hard lost, but what matters is getting up afterwards". Sorrel told May, who continued to cry and refused to listen to him.

"Now folks the next match will be Robert V.S Verity!" Vivian announced on the screen, getting the gang's attention. "That's my cue, catch ya later". Verity told her friends as she was about to head to the stadium, before she stopped and looked at May. "May, just watch me! I'm going to win this for me and you, and that's a promise". Verity told her friend before she left the waiting room. May heard Verity's conviction in her words as she watched the TV to watch Verity's match.

A few minutes later, Verity and Robert were both on stage, standing across from each other with the audience watching them. "This contest battle will have a 5 minute time limit! And now this match will now begin!" Vivian called out as the timer appeared on the screen and started counting down.

5:00 – 4:59.

(Play Battle! Trainer from Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu/ Eevee)

Verity: 100 points.

Robert: 100 points.

"Milotic let's go!" Robert called out as he threw the Poke Ball, releasing the Water Type. "Lopunny, battle dance!" Verity called out as she threw her Poke Ball, releasing her Normal Type. "Lopunny!" Lopunny cried out as she stood a few feet away from Milotic.

Robert: Milotic VS Verity: Lopunny.

"Milotic, Twister". Robert softly commanded his Water Type, who started spinning its tailfins like a fan as a twister appeared, going for Lopunny. "What a strong start! Milotic's Twister looks both beautiful and power!" Vivian commented as points were deducted from Verity.

Verity: 90 points.

"Lopunny, counter with Hidden Power!" Verity called out as Lopunny's body was outlined in yellow as light blue circles moved around its body. Lopunny fired the circles at the Twister with the two attacks clashing, cancelling each other out. "And Verity countered with Hidden Power, which was just as powerful as Milotic's Twister!" Vivian commented as points were now deducted from Robert.

Robert: 95 points.

"Alright Lopunny, Focus Blast and fire into the air!" Verity commanded as she held out her right hand. Lopunny created a sphere of blue energy and launched it in the air. "What's this? What could Verity be planning?" Vivian questioned as she and the judges watched the Focus Blast.

"Now Jump Kick!" Verity called out with a smile. "Lopunny!" The Normal Type cried out as she jumped above the Focus Black and kicked it, shooting it towards Milotic. "Oh my! Lopunny used Jump Kick to launch Focus Blast like a soccer ball!" Vivian commented in awe as more points were deducted from Robert.

Robert: 80 points.

"Milotic, Safeguard". Robert gently commanded as Milotic's body was outlined in green. The powered up Focus Blast made contact with Milotic, but instead of dealing damage, it turned into blue sparkles that made Milotic shine. "Cleaver! Milotic used Safeguard to both defend and look beautiful!" Vivian called out as points were deducted from Verity.

Verity: 80 points.

Lopunny landed in front of Milotic, who didn't look the least bit worried. "Milotic, Iron Tail". Robert commanded his Water Type. The fan part of Milotic's tailfin glowed white, before it thrust its tail out at Lopunny. "Lopunny, counter with Thunder Punch!" Verity cried out as Lopunny's right fist was surrounded by yellow electricity.

Thunder Punch and Iron Tail made contact with the two Pokémon struggling to overpower each other. However, the two attacks created an explosion, forcing the two to leap away from each other. "Lopunny and Milotic are determined to not loose this!" Vivian commented as she could see that Lopunny and Milotic were giving it their all.

Robert: 70 points.

Verity: 70 points.

"Milotic, Hydro Pumpo". Robert commanded his Water Type, who blasts a powerful jet of water from its mouth at Lopunny, landing a direct hit. "Lopunny!" Verity called out in concern for her Normal Type, who landed on her back. "Talk about fast! Milotic has landed a direct hit on Lopunny!" Vivian commented as points were deducted from Verity.

Verity: 55 points.

Verity had her eyes narrowed, before she took notice of something. There was water from the Hydro Pump on the ground, leading towards where Milotic was. "Lopunny, Thunder Punch on the ground!" Verity commanded, which her Normal Type obeyed as her right fist was surrounded in electricity, before she punched the ground right where the water was.

The electricity travelled through the water, going straight towards Milotic, before shocking the Water Type, who cried out in pain. "Milotic!" Robert called out in concern. "Now that's strategy! Verity used the left over water from Hydro Pump for Thunder Punch, landing a direct hit on Milotic!" Vivian commented at seeing verity's move as points were deducted from Robert.

Robert: 60 points.

"Very claver of you. You've battled well and with appeal, you've earned my respect Verity. However, that doesn't mean I'll lose this battle. Milotic, Twister". Robert ordered as Milotic started spinning its tailfins like a fan as a twister appeared, going for Lopunny. "Dodge it!" Verity called out as Lopunny jumped to dodge the Twister.

However, suddenly Milotic came out of the twister and leaped up above in front of Lopunny, making the Normal Type cry out in surprise. "Huh!" Verity called out in surprise, not expecting Milotic to appear from the Twister. "Now Milotic, Iron Tail!" Robert called out with a smile as Milotic's tail glowed white, before she struck Lopunny, sending the Normal Type to the ground on her back.

"Lopunny!" Verity called out in concern for her Normal Type as Lopunny got back on her feet. "What a surprise! Milotic used Twister as a diversion so that when Lopunny would try to dodge, it could use Iron Tail!" Vivian commented, looking surprised as the crowd cheered as points were deducted from Verity.

Verity: 40 points.

Time limit: 2:01 – 2:00

"We now have 2 minutes remaining on this contest battle between Robert and Verity! Robert currently has the advantage, but that could change!" Vivian called out on her microphone as the screen showed Robert and Verity's points, although Robert still has an advantage over the Twinleaf Town girl.

'Robert is a truly experienced Coordinator. He's pushed me to the limit, but I intend to keep my promise to May to win this contest!' Verity thought to herself, determined to keep her promise to her friend that she'd win for both her and herself.

"You're a strong Coordinator Robert, there's no doubt about that. But I'm not planning to lose here. Now, I've gonna give it everything I've got!" Verity told her opponent with a confident smile, one that Robert returned. "Very well Verity. Show me your full power and may the best Coordinator win!" Robert replied to the Twinleaf girl, who nodded to him.

Verity put her right hand under her shirt and brought out a white necklace that was hidden under her shirt. However, the necklace had a Key Stone attached to it, which gave off a small shine. Lopunny smiled as she revealed her Mega Stone, a Lopunnite, that was hidden in her left ear.

Ash, Brock, Sorrel and Max were watching the intense match from the audience. They widened their eyes as they spotted the Key and Mega Stone that Verity and Lopunny had. "Is that what I think it is?" Ash questioned in disbelief that his girlfriend had a Key Stone and Mega Stone as well.

Sorrel nodded to his sworn brother without facing him. "Yes. Verity has a Key Stone, while Lopunny has a Mega Stone". Sorrel answered, surprised that he, and along with his two best friends had Key Stones and Mega Stones. "Does that she can…?" Max questioned, shocked that even Verity could achieve Mega Evolution. "She can Mega Evolve Lopunny". Brock answered Max, starting to consider getting a Key Stone himself.

In the Coordinator waiting room, May had wide eyes at seeing that Verity revealed she had a Key Stone and Mega Stone. Ash had explained to her about Mega Evolution and although it was complicated, May understood everything.

Verity touched her Key Stone as it, and Lopunny's Mega Stone began to glow. Three lines shot out of the two stone, before they connected with Lopunny covered in energy. "What's this? What could be happening to Lopunny?" Vivian asked in disbelief as the crowd, judges and even Coordinators witnessed the Mega Evolution.

"With your kicks of grace and elegance, unleash the spirit of a fighter within you! Lopunny, Mega Evolve!" Verity chanted as Lopunny gave out a powerful cry as it is enveloped in Mega Evolution energy. Its appearance started to change completely.

After what felt like a minute, the energy disappeared to reveal the Mega Evolved Normal Type. It has shed the fur on the neck, upper torso, fingers, and legs. The tufts of fur above the eyes combine to form a single butterfly-shaped crest. The cream fur on its wrists and ankles becomes more round instead of fluffy; there is also a pattern on the legs that resembles ripped pantyhose. Its ear fur now only covers two segments of each ear in fluffy bands. Lopunny gave out a powerful roar as the Mega Evolution symbol appeared in front of it for a moment, before disappearing.

"Wow! I have to say, just incredible. Lopunny still appears to be graceful, but looks to have gained more power than before. Let's see what our judges have to say!" Vivian called out in awe as she turned to face the judges, who were in awe.

"Amazing. Lopunny looks elegant even without losing any of its appeal". Nurse Joy commented, loving the way that Lopunny still looked beautiful. "Just remarkable". Mr. Sukizo said with a bright smile on his face. "I agree. Lopunny not only has the appeal for contests, but has the strength for battle". Mr. Contest agreed with his fellow judges as the crowd cheered as Robert's points went down.

Robert: 60 – 46 points.

"I must admit that I'm impressed, but I'm afraid that this won't change the outcome. Milotic, Twister!" Robert called out with a confident smirk on his face. Milotic started spinning its tail fins like a fan as a twister appeared, going for Lopunny. "That won't work this time! Lopunny, Hidden Power!" Verity called out with a wide smile.

Lopunny's body was outlined in yellow as light blue circles moved around its body. Lopunny fired the circles at the Twister, unlike last time, Hidden Power easily pushed through Twister and landed a direct hit on Milotic, who cried out in pain. "What!?" Robert called out in surprise, having expected a different outcome from the two attacks clashing with each other.

"What a surprise! Not only does Lopunny look different, her powers are even more powerful! Not to mention beautiful!" Vivian commented with a wide smile, impressed as points were deducted from Robert.

Robert: 46 – 30 points.

"We're still not giving up! Milotic, Iron Tail!" Robert commanded his Water Type, whose tail glowed white before it charged at the Mega Evolved Normal Type. "Dodge, then Focus Blast!" Verity commanded as she held out her right hand. Right when Milotic was about to slam her tail onto Lopunny, the Normal Type twirled away with her hands up.

While twirling, Lopunny created a sphere of blue energy, before she fired it at Milotic, landing a direct hit. "Just when it seemed like victory was in Robert's grasp, Verity's trump card has turned the tables! Milotic can't even land a single hit!" Vivian called out on her microphone as the crowd cheered.

Robert: 30 – 15.

"Lopunny, time to finish this!" Verity declared with a confident smirk, which Lopunny nodded to her trainer with a smile. "Lopunny!" The Normal Type cried out as she jumped into the air. "Oh my! What could Verity be planning!?" Vivian questioned as the crowd watched in excitement.

"Milotic, use all your power in one last Hydro Pump!" Robert commanded his Water Type, who blasts a powerful jet of water from its mouth at Lopunny, who was still smirking. "It has been fun, but all things have to end! Lopunny, finish this with a combination attack of Jump Kick and Thunder Punch!" Verity commanded with a confident smirk on her face.

First, Lopunny's hands were surrounded by electricity. The electricity was then transferred to Lopunny's legs. Finally, Lopunny held out her right foot as she began to dive down towards Milotic. Suddenly, Lopunny started to spin as the electricity from her legs covered her from view, turning her into a yellow electrical drill.

"Oh my, Lopunny has had both Jump Kick and Thunder Punch become an electric drill!" Vivian called out in awe, staring at the electric covered Normal Type. "Magnificent!" Mr. Contesta exclaimed in awe at seeing the combination attack. "Remarkable!" Mr. Sukizo stated, smiling at witnessing the beautiful move. Everyone else was in awe as well, having never seen this before. Lopunny began to drill through the Hydro Pump, pushing her way through before she made contact with Milotic, creating an explosion.

"No, no! Milotic!" Robert called out in concern for his Water Type as the smoke from the explosion cleared to reveal the two Pokémon. Lopunny was standing in front of the knocked out Milotic, who had swirls in its eyes, showing it was unable to battle.

Upon seeing Milotic was unable to continue, the judges displayed an "X" on their podiums. "Just when time was almost up, Milotic is unable to continue! So, the winner of this round is Verity and Lopunny!" Vivian called out as the screen showed pictures of Verity and Lopunny with the words "Winner".

(Music end)

(Winner: Verity and Lopunny)

"Alright!" Verity called out in joy at seeing she was the victor. "Lopunny!" The Normal Type cried out as she was covered in energy, before she returned to her normal form. "Lopunny, I'm so proud of you!" Verity told her partner as she gave the Normal Type a hug, one she happily returned.

Robert returned his Milotic to its Poke Ball, before looking at the device with a smile. "Well done Milotic, take a good rest". Robert praised, before he walked out of the stage. "Verity and Lopunny will be advancing to the next stage!" Vivian told her audience as they cheered for the Twinleaf girl and her Normal Type.

(A little bit later)

Sometime has passed since Verity's match against Robert and the remaining two matches of the other four Coordinators has passed. Now only four Coordinators remained, including Verity and Drew. Which now lead to the first round of the semi-finals, the match between Verity and Drew.

Verity was standing on the left side of the field, while Drew was on the right side, who was looking at the Twinleaf girl with narrowed eyes. "This contest battle will have a 5 minute time limit! And now this match will now begin!" Vivian called out as the timer appeared on the screen and started counting down.

Time limit: 5:00 – 4:59.

Verity: 100 points.

Drew: 100 points.

"Go, Roselia!" Drew called out as he threw his Poke Ball, releasing the Poison and Grass Type. "Roselia!" The Grass and Poison Type cried out as she landed on her feet, ready to battle. "Lopunny, battle dance!" Verity cried out as she threw her Poke Ball, releasing the Normal Type. "Lopunny!" The Rabbit Pokémon cried out as she landed on her feet.

"Roselia, Magical Leaf!" Drew commanded, holding up his right fist. Roselia fired glowing white leaves from the flowers on its hand at Lopunny. "That won't work with me! Lopunny, Hidden Power!" Verity commanded her Normal Type with a confident smirk on her face.

Lopunny's body was outlined in yellow as light blue circles moved around its body, before she fired the circles at the glowing leaves, hitting and destroying them all. "Wow! Verity countered Magical Leaf with Hidden Power!" Vivian commented with a smile as points were deducted from Drew.

Drew: 90 points.

"Don't give up! Use Stun Spore!" Drew called out, refusing to be defeated. "Roselia!" The Grass and Poison Type cried out as she releases an orange powder from the flowers on its hands at Lopunny. "Lopunny, use Jump Kick to blow the Stun Spore!" Verity told her Normal Type, who nodded as she jumped into the air, before she kicked the ground hard, creating a breeze that blew away the Stun Spore.

"Another attempt foiled by Lopunny! The match has just started and it isn't looking good for Drew!" Vivian commented as more points were deducted from Drew.

Draw: 78 points.

"Now, Petal Dance!" Drew cried out as he held out his right hand. Roselia began to spin around quickly as pink petals came out, spirling towards Lopunny and landing a hit. "Finally Roselia lands a hit on Lopunny, but it doesn't look like it's doing much damage!" Vivian called out on her microphone as Lopunny still had a confident smirk on its face, despite being hit by Petal Dance.

Verity: 92 points.

"Lopunny, Focus Blast!" Verity commanded as Lopunny created a sphere of blue energy between her hands, before she fired it. Focus Blast pushed though Petal Dance, knocking the petals away before landing a direct hit on Roselia, who cried out in pain. "Roselia!" Drew called out in concern for his Poison and Grass Type.

Drew: 63 points.

"While you're at it, Thunder Punch!" Verity called out with a smirk as both of Lopunny's hands were covered in electricity. Lopunny started spinning around, creating an electricity tornado around her. Roselia was pulled into the electrical tornado, being spun around it, before the Grass and Poison Type was thrown down to the ground with the electrical tornado disappearing to reveal that Lopunny stopped spinning.

"Wow, what a way to use Thunder Punch! Lopunny created a electrical tornado for both appeal and damage!" Vivian called out in awe as the crowd cheered for the Twinleaf girl.

Drew: 40 points.

Roselia struggled to get back on her feet as static appeared and disappeared around her, showing that she was paralysed. "Oh dear, it seems Roselia is paralysed". Vivian commented, giving Roselia a worried look. "We're not giving up, no matter what! Roselia, Solar Beam!" Drew commanded his Grass and Poison Type, refusing to surrender.

Roselia held up the flowers on its hands up to the sky as she began to gather energy from the sun. "Looks like Drew is using his trump card early!" Vivian commented as Lopunny took a stance, ready for the Solar Beam. "Get ready Lopunny!" Verity warned her Normal Type, who nodded as she held up her hands.

Soon Roselia finished gathering energy and fired a bright beam from her flowers at Lopunny. "Roselia has successfully fired a beautiful Solar Beam!" Vivian called out as Lopunny held out her hands in front of her, taking the Solar Beam head on.

Verity: 80 points.

Lopunny struggled to hold back the Solar Beam with narrowed eyes, before she redirected the beam into the air, which exploded. "Amazing! Lopunny took Solar Beam head on and redirect it with just her bare hands!" Vivian commented in awe at Lopunny's raw strength.

"You haven't seen nothing yet! Lopunny, Jump Kick!" Verity commanded with a confidant smile as Lopunny jumped into the air, before she began to dive down towards Roselia with her right leg out. "Dodge it!" Drew told Roselia, but electricity appeared around the Grass and Poison Type, keeping her from moving.

Lopunny landed a direct hit on Roselia, sending the Grass and Poison Type flying into the air. "Roselia!" Drew called out in concern for his Poison and Grass Type. "Roselia tried to dodge, but her paralyses prevented her!" Vivian commented as Roselia landed on her stomach.

Drew: 25 points.

"During this whole match, Lopunny has proven to be the stronger opponent! The time limits' almost up! Can Drew and Roselia turn this around, or will Verity and Lopunny proceed to the finals!?" Vivian called out on her microphone as she turned to look at the time limit.

Time limit: 1:01 – 1:00.

"Roselia, Magical Leaf!" Drew commanded his Poison and Grass Type, who fired glowing white leaves from the flowers on its hands, landing a direct hit on Lopunny, who used her ears to defend herself.

Verity: 61 points.

"It's been fun, but its time to end this! Lopunny, go in close!" Verity told her Normal Type, who charged towards Roselia, pushing through Magical Leaf. "What this!? Lopunny is going in close! What could Verity be planning!?" Vivian called out in surprise at Lopunny's actions, even the audience were surprised.

"Now's our chance! Roselia, Stun Spore!" Drew told his Grass and Poison Type, who nodded as she releases an orange powder from the flowers on its hands at Lopunny, who continued to charge through the Stun Spore. "Why isn't it working!?" Drew questioned in surprised that Stun Spore wasn't working on Lopunny.

"Simple Drew, Lopunny's ability is Limber!" Verity answered the green haired boy's questioned with a smirk, who widened his eyes in shock. "Oh no!" Drew called out in surprise, realizing his mistake. "Now for the finisher, Lopunny Thunder Punch!" Verity commanded with a prideful smile.

Lopunny's right fist was covered in electricity, before she stopped in front of Roselia and uppercut her. Roselia cried out in pain as she was sent flying from the attack, before she landed on her back with swirls in her eyes. "Roselia!" Drew called out his Pokémon's name in concern.

Upon seeing Roselia was unable to continue, the judges displayed an "X" on their podiums. "Just when time was almost up, Roselia is unable to continue! So, the winner of this round is Verity and Lopunny!" Vivian called out as the screen showed pictures of Verity and Lopunny with the words "Winner".

Winner: Verity and Lopunny.

Lopunny walked back to her trainer, before she and Verity hugged each other in joy. "We did it! We're an amazing team Lopunny!" Verity exclaimed in joy, happy that they've won. "Lo Lopunny". The Normal Type replied to her trainer, having a happy smile on her face.

Ash, Sorrel, Brock, and Max all watched Verity's victory against Drew from the audience and were very impressed. "Verity and Lopunny were incredible out there". The Rainbow Hero stated with a smile, proud of his girlfriend. "Pika-pi!" Pikachu cried out in agreement, cheering for Verity's victory.

"Drew wasn't expecting Lopunny's ability to be Limber. It was smart of Verity to keep that hidden until the right time". Sorrel commented, impressed with how his friend outsmarted her opponent. "Drew was good, but Verity was simply better". Brock stated with a smile and his arms crossed. Max nodded in agreement with the others, seeing that Verity was better than Drew. In the Coordinator waiting room,May was happy at seeing her friend's victory, but she kept studying Verity's strategy in a way so she could learn to get better at the next contest.

(After the finals)

Sometime later, Verity won the final match of the Contest with relative ease. Now after 3 long hard battles, she is on the center stage with her Lopunny, being awarded with the Slateport City Pokémon Contest Ribbon with confetti raining down on stage. "And now the coveted Slateport Ribbon is presented to Verity and her Lopunny, which means the Slateport City Pokémon Contest is officially over. Until next time". Vivian announced as the crowd cheered for both Verity and Lopunny for their great performance and victory.

"Congratulations". Mr. Contesta congratulated Verity, who held her new ribbon with a happy smile. "Thank you". Verity thanked the director as she showed Lopunny the ribbon. "Look Lopunny, it's our new ribbon that we won, together". Verity said to her Normal Type, who gave a smile. "Lopunny". Lopunny said, happy that they won the contest and the ribbon. In the audience, Drew walked away with May noticing him leaving.

Later outside the building, Drew was walking away, until he was stopped by his new rival. "What is it May? You want a rematch?" Drew asked the Petalburg girl as May, Max, Ash, Sorrel and Brock caught up with him. "Next time I won't be the loser". May told her rival, who smirked at her.

"Huh. Oh yeah, we'll just see. Of course, I'll be a lot stronger to, remember. Right". Drew replied as he walks back, saluting a later sign to her. "Looks like Drew's even more determined than before". Ash remarked at seeing Drew was still in high spirits. "Pikachu". The Electric Mouse said in agreement to his best friend. "Yeah, how about you May?" Max asked his older sister, wondering what she'll do, getting her attention.

"You can do it. We'll all help you out". Brock told the 10-year-old, who smiled confidently. "Thanks a lot you guys. I'm done crying. From now on I'm gonna become a great Coordinator and focus on my training and battling. Yeah, watch me!" May declared as she held up her right fist to the sky, her spirit stronger than ever.

Verity walked out of the building and had a proud smile at seeing May. "That's the spirit, May. You're all better now and next time, you'll be even better than before". Verity told her friend with a smile, getting everyone to look at her.

"Verity, congratulations on your victory today. You and Lopunny were incredible out there". Ash told his girlfriend with a proud smile. "I agree. I have to admit, you surprised us with Lopunny's ace in the sleeve. Lopunny's Mega Evolution looked both appealing and strong". Sorrel said in agreement, having enjoyed Verity's performances. "Thanks guys. I really appreciate it". Verity told her friends, happy that they were happy for her.

May looked at Verity with a nervous look on her face as she tried to speak. "Verity, do you think you can give me a tip or two on how to get better at contests?" May asked the older female, thinking she could teach her, getting the Twinleaf girl's attention.

"Hmm. I suppose I could give you a little helping hand". Verity replied to her friend, deciding to help her out. "Great! One day, I plan to battle you on the stage and win, so don't get so confident Verity!" May declared, giving the older female a confident smirk, one that she returned. "Bring it on. I'll be waiting for the day we face each other in a contest". Verity told her rival as she and May hi-fived each other, as a new friendship and rivalry between the two is formed. Ash, Max, Brock, Pikachu and Sorrel watched the two new rivals with smiles, glad to see them getting along.

And done, I hope you all enjoyed that chapter. Anyway, the reason I didn't show May's match against Drew is because I didn't like how one sided it was, the writers could have at least had her land a couple of hits, or take some points away from Drew. Robert, I think he was a bit too perfect, so he needed to lose against Verity. Verity's match against Drew, if Drew had trouble against Robert, the results would be the same with someone who beat him, but next time Drew battles Verity, it'll be a whole lot better, I promise.

Anyway, Verity's gonna take a little break from Pokemon Contests for a while to train her Pokemon and catch up on lost time with Ash and Sorrel. I'm gonna do a Pokemon Contest at Petalburg City and that's when she gets back in the game. It'll be a non-cannon contest, so be surprised at what you'll see in that chapter. I might even add Solidad in it. Next chapter is the episode where Ash is mistaken as a hero by a boy. Ash teaches him how to have more confidence in himself. The next story I'll update will be my Tales of Berseria story and after that, Fairy Tail, so please be patient for the next chapter. See ya all later, and have a good time.