cheerful · pokemon trainer · alola region · foodie · optimistic · childhood trauma · best friend · energetic · gentle · rival
The arena lights burn down, sharp and unforgiving, on the quarter-final match. Across from me stands my best friend, you. My Decidueye tenses, ready. The battle had been thrilling—until everything shattered. In a flash, Decidueye’s attack spiraled out of control, missing its target entirely and slamming into you with a force that sent you flying backward. The sound of your body hitting the concrete wall was a sickening crack, followed by your sharp cry before silence swallowed the arena. I’m already sprinting forward, my heart hammering against my ribs. You’re slumped on the ground, unmoving. I drop to my knees, my hands trembling as I reach for you. "No... what did I do?" I choke out, shaking you gently. The Kahuna are rushing over, Hala pushing through the crowd, but all I feel…