The cheers of the crowd were like a tsunami, refusing to subside for a long time.
Anna stood in the center of the arena, wearing the most dazzling smile on her face.
Looking at the audience cheering for her all around, she couldn't help but feel a bit dazed.
Even today, she still found it hard to believe.
Her memory drifted back to that terrible Blizzard from several years ago.
At that time, she was just an ordinary girl; her father had passed away, and she and her mother were all each other had left in this world.
Back then, facing that terrifying Blizzard and the harsh living conditions, Anna had felt that life was hopeless.
It was their His Majesty Draconis who led everyone to find a new settlement, led everyone to fell trees and log, and bit by bit, built a new home and a new system on this unfamiliar land—
However, all of that was in the past!
Anna collected herself, a brighter smile blooming on her face.
And all of this was thanks to her teacher!
Zoroark, Braviary, Magmar, Lilligant, and Krookodile—those Pokémon that had just experienced an intense battle were now gathered around Anna, wearing expressions of exhaustion yet pride.
Across the Grand Arena, Derick retracted his fainted Throh into its Poké Ball, looking at Anna across the field with a hint of envy in his heart.
"Throh, Lucario—everyone, you've worked hard! Please take a good rest now!"
Derick whispered to his hand, then walked forward slowly, extending his hand. His tone was full of relief and admiration: "You are very strong, and I accept my defeat wholeheartedly."
"You are also very impressive," Anna said, gently shaking his hand. "It was an honor to battle you."
The battle for the Champion title had concluded, but the mutual respect remained undiminished.
Just then, the sky over the entire Grand Arena suddenly changed.
The originally clear sky was now filled with drifting white snowflakes.
The audience present seemed to sense something, and they all turned their gaze toward the top of the venue, to the viewing platform that symbolized the supreme power of the Unova Kingdom.
There, a slender figure slowly stood up, and behind him was a divine dragon with a profound aura, ancient and majestic.
His deep blue royal robe draped down, and the gold-trimmed patterns shimmered in the sunlight.
Draconis lifted his eyes slightly, his gaze sweeping calmly over the boiling crowd below. Just by standing there, he exuded a natural majesty that compelled people to submit involuntarily.
"It's His Majesty the King!!"
"His Majesty Draconis has arrived in person!"
The entire arena fell silent for a moment, and then erupted into cheers even more fanatical than before.
Everyone spontaneously lowered their heads, welcoming their King with the most respectful posture.
Draconis and Kyurem walked slowly down the stairs toward the Grand Arena.
Old Butler Alfred held an exquisite gift box, following respectfully behind Draconis.
The two walked slowly down the stairs from the viewing platform and stepped into the center of the battle field.
Draconis's gaze fell upon Anna.
There was no excessive emotion, but rather a calmness that seemed to have already seen through everything.
It was as if the outcome of this match had never been in doubt from the very beginning.
Anna felt a warmth in her heart and immediately bowed slightly with her Pokémon: "Teacher—Your Majesty!"
Draconis nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the entire venue. His voice was not loud, but it clearly reached every corner: "The current Unova Kingdom League Conference has come to a successful conclusion."
As his voice fell, the entire arena fell into silence.
He first looked at the defeated Derick, and the other three candidates who had already secured their positions as Elite Four: "Each of you has demonstrated the will and honor of a Trainer on the battlefield."
"In the name of the King of the Unova Kingdom, I declare that from this day forward, Lucas, Raphael, Koharu, and Derick shall officially take office as the Elite Four of the Unova Kingdom!"
Hearing this, all four of them trembled slightly.
They—didn't they fail to win the championship?
Although they were puzzled, they all knelt on one knee in unison: "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
The positions of the Elite Four were thus settled.
Finally, everyone's gaze focused on Anna.
Draconis raised his hand, and Alfred immediately stepped forward to open the gift box.
A Champion badge, inlaid with a blue gemstone and engraved with the pattern of Kyurem, lay quietly inside.
Surrounding it were a red cape and trophy symbolizing power and status, as well as tokens representing the identity of the highest-ranking Trainer in the Unova Kingdom.
Draconis picked up the Champion badge himself and walked step by step to Anna.
"Anna."
He spoke softly, his tone carrying a hint of approval.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Anna immediately stood straight.
"You have not let down my expectations, nor have you let down your own hard work."
"From this day forward, you are the first Champion of the Unova Kingdom League."
With a light lift of his fingertips, the badge was securely pinned to Anna's chest.
The cool touch of the metal made Anna's heart burn with intense heat.
Champion—she was the Champion!
"From now on, all matters related to Pokémon within the Unova Kingdom will be managed by you and the Elite Four."
"Protecting this land, safeguarding the peace between humans and Pokémon, and guiding humans and Pokémon to coexist peacefully—this is your honor, and also your responsibility."
Anna took a deep breath, raised her head, her eyes bright and firm.
She knelt on one knee, her voice clear and powerful: "Anna, I obey Your Majesty's command!"
Draconis raised his hand slightly: "Rise."
He turned around, facing the millions of spectators in the arena, his voice carrying the majesty of a King, resounding across the world: "The Kingdom's first League Conference has officially ended. In the name of the King, I announce that from this day forward, the Kingdom will hold a League Conference every year!"
"To all the Trainers who did not win, do not be disappointed. If you win the Conference championship next year, you will earn the qualification to challenge the Elite Four and the Champion. If you defeat them, you can become the new Elite Four, or even the Champion!"
Once these words were spoken, the entire Grand Arena instantly boiled over.
The eyes of those Trainers who had been dejected from losing their battles instantly sparked with excitement.
They still had a chance!
Returning home this time, they must train even harder and come back to challenge again next year!
Draconis smiled slightly; in this way, the profession of Trainer would continue to thrive, circulating endlessly.
His gaze swept across the Grand Arena, and then he announced: "I declare that the new era of the Unova Kingdom officially begins from this moment!"
Boom!!
Cheers, applause, and shouts erupted completely at this moment, soaring straight into the sky.
Minccino had run to the sidelines at some point, jumping and scattering flower petals.
From the direction of the castle, the bells symbolizing the celebration rang out.
Anna stood in the center of the arena, the Champion badge on her chest shining brightly.
Draconis retreated to the back, leaving the stage to these five contestants.
At this moment, the world belonged to them.
However, what made Draconis even happier was that from now on, someone would finally take care of the various trivial matters of the Unova Kingdom for him.
He could finally drink tea and bask in the sun in peace, living a truly leisurely and carefree life.
As for the Champion, the Elite Four, and the League Conference—
Let these vibrant young people shine to their heart's content!
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