With the appearance of the four judge fairies, the Flora Expo officially commenced. Numerous participants entered with their meticulously cultivated plants and flowers.
Kalia attentively watched the event unfold, having always been fond of flora but never finding the time to indulge in it. In fact, she had long cherished a dream: opening her own flower shop, which would also serve as her residence. During leisure hours, she envisioned herself tending to flowers, watering them, and then simply relaxing amidst nature's beauty.
Owning a spacious, cozy home is a universal aspiration, and now that Kalia had saved enough money, there was no reason for her to continue staying at hotels.
Her father, Karley, once owned a house, but due to her mother's illness, they sold it to cover medical expenses. Sadly, despite their efforts, they couldn't save her.
Following this, Kalia and her father lived within the gym, providing them with shelter albeit contingent on his Gym Leader status, considered a perk from the League.
Once she lost her position as Gym Leader, she no longer had a permanent residence and thus had to spend money living in Pokemon Hotels.
If Kalia didn't have any income, she would only be able to reside at the Pokémon Center's dormitory.
During this period, Kalia diligently completed various tasks, accumulating Alliance Coins. Apart from planning for future Pokémon training expenses, she also harbored dreams of building her own house.
Her vision was simple: find a quiet location and construct a spacious home surrounded by lush green lawns, with the interior adorned with diverse flowers and plants, transforming it into a flower shop.
She could hire girls to manage the shop while it serves as her new home. Returning occasionally, she'd enjoy the beauty of nature, uplifting her spirits.
Now, there might finally be an opportunity to realize this dream. However, Kalia is still deciding on the perfect location, leaning towards Rhine City due to its exceptional environment.
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, soon, Kalia will commence preparations for her new home.
At present, participants unveil their carefully nurtured floral creations one by one, each meticulously cultivated. Every display elicits gasps of awe, as the Flora Expo in Rhine City showcases some of the region's finest ornamental plants.
Each participant had gone through rigorous selection processes to qualify for this event; those lacking skill were long eliminated.
The four judge Pokémon continuously emitted calls, though most spectators couldn't understand their specific meanings. However, considering that the Flora Expo had been held annually for ten years, organizers ensured audience engagement by equipping each judge Pokemon with emotion indicators.
Based on the intensity of emotions displayed when viewing the plants, these indicators changed color and shade, allowing the audience to gauge the judges' evaluations of each entry accurately.
Pokemon emotions are straightforward, varying according to their level of fondness or dislike towards the plants.
Time flew by, and half a day passed quickly.
As the conference neared its final stage, it was time to determine the highest-scoring plant, which would be crowned the King of Flora at this year's Flora Expo.
Suddenly, Celebi's statue began trembling and emitting peculiar sounds.
This unexpected occurrence stunned everyone present, puzzled as to why the statue started shaking without any warning or indication.
"Everyone, please quiet down; Celebi is about to appear!"
At that moment, a young and elegant woman gracefully walked out, approaching the statue of Celebi before announcing.
Many recognized her as a representative from one of the organizing bodies of the Flora Expo, a notable actress who had starred in numerous films. The first-ever Flora Expo was organized by Nora Corporation, which she represented.
Hearing her announcement, some were puzzled; the trembling of Celebi's statue signifying its appearance seemed illogical.
Kalia also felt confused. Could there be a connection between the statue and Celebi? She recalled that previous editions of the Flora Expo did not feature a Celebi statue; it appeared only this year.
"What's happening? Is Celebi truly going to emerge?"
Among the audience, many were ordinary individuals, but quite a few knew Celebi through movies. However, the Celebi depicted in films was often idealized to align with modern aesthetics.
Many people yearned to witness legendary Pokémon, but their portrayals in movies were fictional and not accurate representations. Consequently, numerous individuals hoped to catch a glimpse of genuine legendary creatures.
When Kyogre emerged, several enthusiasts desired to visit the West Sea, despite the League prohibiting access due to its hazardous nature. Nonetheless, some dared to defy the ban, secretly venturing into the area.
Unsurprisingly, none returned. The presence of Kyogre brought torrential downpours over the perilous sea, making it virtually impossible for ordinary individuals to approach, let alone observe Kyogre itself.
Even with the immense danger posed by Kyogre, there were those brave enough to risk everything just to catch a glimpse of the legendary Pokémon. Imagine how much more enticing other beautiful and seemingly harmless legendary Pokémon must be!
Celebi stands among the most prominent, frequently appearing on screens due to numerous legends about its benevolent assistance to humans.
People harbor many fantasies surrounding Celebi, leading to various film adaptations based on its stories. As a result, Celebi enjoys immense popularity in the Sebas region.
Kalia gazed at the trembling statue, feeling intrigued as well. Would Celebi truly appear? And if so, why and for what purpose?
"Everyone, please be quiet. Celebi surely wouldn't appreciate such noise. Let's patiently wait; Celebi will definitely emerge," the actress spoke with unwavering certainty.
Her confident tone made it seem as though she knew Celebi's appearance was inevitable, instantly hushing the crowd.
Although still puzzled, everyone waited silently, refraining from further commotion. Compared to witnessing the legendary Pokémon Celebi, holding their tongues seemed insignificant. They understood that any disturbance might risk missing this rare opportunity, which would indeed be regrettable. Many people had already taken out their phones, ready to capture photos of Celebi.
Encountering a legendary Pokémon like Celebi is something most individuals never experience in their lifetime. Capturing its image would allow them to boast about their encounter to future generations, showcasing proof of having seen a legendary Pokémon firsthand.
As they continued waiting, the space before the statue suddenly distorted, emitting a dazzling glow.
Shortly after, a green figure materialized before the captivated audience.