NOVEL NEXT Chapter 56: Finale
As Green and Bulbasaur left the stage to thunderous applause, the announcer's voice carried on seamlessly, keeping the momentum alive. "An incredible performance by Green and her Bulbasaur! But the show's not over yet, folks! Let's welcome our next participant!"
One by one, trainers took the stage, each bringing their unique flair and Pokémon to impress the crowd.
A young trainer named Amber confidently stepped forward with her fiery Growlithe. The pair dazzled the audience with a dynamic display of Fire Spin and Flame Wheel, the flames creating mesmerizing patterns that danced across the stage.
Following her, a boy named Kyle showcased his Pidgeotto, which soared elegantly through the arena, using Gust and Feather Dance to send shimmering feathers floating gently down over the crowd.
The performances kept coming, each one unique in its execution. A girl with a Magnemite demonstrated a synchronized display of electricity, using Thunder Wave to illuminate the stage like a lightning storm. A duo of Eevee trainers performed back-to-back, their Pokémon working in tandem to create playful, heartwarming moments.
The arena buzzed with excitement as each act raised the bar. The announcer's voice never wavered, hyping the audience after every performance. "Let's hear it for them! What an amazing display!"
Gary leaned back in his seat, arms crossed, watching the performances unfold. "Not bad," he muttered as an Arcanine's roar echoed across the stage, "but none of them have my style."
Green, sitting nearby, smirked. "We'll see if the audience agrees. It's anyone's game now."
The trainers continued to take their turns, their Pokémon leaving trails of fire, ice, and light in their wake, keeping the crowd on the edge of their seats.
The competition was fierce, and the night promised even more surprises as the final participants prepared to take the stage.
The arena was alive with energy as the final performance of the tournament was about to begin.
The announcer's voice rang through the speakers, "Ladies and gentlemen, the moment you've all been waiting for! Please welcome the final contestant of the evening—Pink and her partner, Charmander!"
The crowd cheered as Pink strode onto the stage, a confident smile on her face. Her Charmander trotted beside her, its orange tail flame flickering brightly in the spotlight.
There was a sense of anticipation in the air, the audience buzzing with excitement to see what this duo could do.
"Let's make this a show to remember, Charmander!" Pink called out, her voice filled with determination.
Charmander's eyes gleamed as it turned its gaze to the crowd, its little body buzzing with energy. The audience fell silent, eagerly awaiting the first move.
"Charmander, let's start with a fiery spin! Use Ember!" Pink commanded, her voice sharp and confident.
Charmander inhaled deeply, its chest puffing out before releasing a series of small, concentrated embers from its mouth.
The tiny flames spiraled and danced in the air, tracing intricate patterns as they flickered in the spotlight. The flames seemed to grow, swirling and twirling around Charmander as it spun gracefully, leaving a trail of warm light in its wake.
The audience gasped at the sight—such precision and beauty from a Charmander so small.
"Now, Charmander, time to turn up the heat! Use Fire Spin!" Pink instructed, her eyes glinting with excitement.
With a deep breath, Charmander's tail flame flared up, and a whirlwind of fiery energy formed around it.
The swirling inferno expanded, spiraling upward and casting a mesmerizing glow across the arena.
The fire created a dazzling display of light and warmth, a fiery tornado that seemed to spin endlessly. Pink and Charmander worked in perfect harmony, the fiery vortex swirling faster as they directed it with ease.
The crowd was entranced by the display. The heat from the Fire Spin was palpable, but the beauty of the flames twisting and turning was undeniable. Pink's calm control over the fire and her Pokémon's fluid movements were a testament to their bond.
"Alright, Charmander, let's show them your power! Use Flamethrower!" Pink's voice rang out, her excitement building.
Charmander opened its mouth wide, and a powerful stream of fire erupted from its throat, shooting forward in a controlled arc. The Flamethrower was intense, but Pink had planned this perfectly. Charmander aimed the jet of flames in a sweeping motion, creating a dazzling pattern of fire that formed a glowing heart in the air.
The heart-shaped flame shimmered, flickering with intensity before it slowly began to fade, leaving behind a soft glow that lingered in the air. The audience was spellbound, gasping in awe at the fiery artistry on display. Charmander stood proudly, its tail flame flickering brighter than ever.
"Now, Charmander," Pink said, her voice steady as she prepared for the grand finale. "Let's finish this with a bang. Use Dragon Rage!"
Charmander's body tensed as it focused, a sudden burst of energy surging through it. A surge of blue and white energy began to gather in its chest, crackling and whirling into a massive sphere of energy.
The air around it seemed to vibrate with the power being harnessed. With a determined roar, Charmander launched the energy ball forward. The Dragon Rage hit the ground with an earth-shattering impact, sending shockwaves through the arena and scattering sparks of blue and white across the stage.
The explosion of energy was followed by a dazzling light display, as the power of Dragon Rage filled the arena with a breathtaking radiance. Charmander stood at the center of it all, panting slightly but looking proud of its performance.
The crowd sat in stunned silence for a moment, processing the sheer intensity of the final move. Then, as if on cue, they erupted into applause, cheering louder than ever. Pink smiled, her eyes gleaming with pride as she glanced down at her Charmander. The performance had been a true masterpiece.
But the show wasn't quite over. As Charmander stood tall, a sudden surge of energy seemed to ripple through its body. Its flames flared brightly, and in an instant, the little Pokémon began to glow. The audience gasped as Charmander's body began to change, its form growing and shifting.
With a flash of light, Charmander evolved before their eyes, its body expanding and taking on the graceful form of a Charmeleon. The new Pokémon stood proudly on the stage, its tail flame burning hotter and brighter than ever. The transformation was met with gasps of astonishment and awe, and the applause grew even louder.
Pink's smile widened as she looked at her newly evolved Charmeleon, proud of the bond they had formed through the performance. It was the perfect culmination of their hard work, and the audience could sense the strength and confidence radiating from both Pink and her Charmeleon.
The announcer's voice echoed across the arena, "What an incredible performance! A breathtaking display of fire, precision, and raw power from Pink and her Charmander—now Charmeleon!"
The applause was deafening as Pink and Charmeleon took their final bow.
As Pink walked off the stage with Charmeleon by her side, the crowd's cheers followed them.