James Davy

Pokémon Galar

Shiranui read the note out, omitting the final word. He couldn't avoid blushing at being called cutie and seeing a kiss at the end, making him wonder briefly if Fuyu was crushing on him. He mentally checked himself, knowing that as one of the Shinobi no Shiki Fuyu was not above using mind games to put her opponents off their game.

"Jen, Liam, there's no time to lose," Shiranui stated, picking up the crown, "There's a Pokémon to be awakened before I rehearse for my act."

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"Aura, I'll be performing a kabuki play for my act," Shiranui stated.

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"You might do well in Kalos' Showcases," Shiranui commented, "All that's left to do before Fuyu and the Contest officials set a time is practice my own performance."

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"Gave me a few ideas," Shiranui added.

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Shiranui quietly applauded the performance before coming up with an idea for his Showcase style appeal.

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Shiranui watched Aura dance with Jen, amused at the Lucario's antics.

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Shiranui entered the store and placed the chest given to him in front of Liam. He started perusing the booklet.

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"Wait until we go indoors," Shiranui answered, "For Liam's sake at the very least."

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"When you two return to your mistress, please deliver this message;" Shiranui replied, "どうもありがとう。*" He was taken aback by the Froslass calling him master despite not being his Pokémon and Fuyu being so nice.

* Translation: Thank you very much.

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"You're right, Liam," Shiranui agreed, deciding what Pokémon he'll perform with and which outfit he'll wear.