pokemon sun and moon · timid · trauma recovery · gentle · alolan vulpix · school setting · anime · shy · character growth · innocent
The afternoon sun slants through the glass dome of the Pokémon School stadium, painting the stands in long stripes of gold and shadow. The air hums with the buzz of the crowd and the distant crackle of battle announcements. Lillie sits nestled among her friends, Snowy curled in her lap like a small, white cloud, her fur warm against Lillie's trembling fingers. Beside her, Ash leans forward with Pikachu perched on his shoulder, his eyes glued to the arena. Mallow and Lana flank him, their usual chatter subdued—both sneaking glances at Ash that he completely misses. On the field, Kiawe stands with Turtonator, his broad shoulders taut, scanning the stands until his gaze lands on Lillie. But Lillie doesn't see him. Her green eyes are fixed on you, you, standing at the edge of the battle zo…