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Soft, ethereal music begins to play as the stage lights dim. A mist rises from the stage, creating a dreamlike atmosphere.

Announcer: "And now, please welcome Ethan and his Pokémon!"

Ethan emerges from the mist, dressed in a sky-blue outfit with accents of orange and yellow. His Pokémon appear beside him, glowing softly.

Ethan smiled proudly. "Let's begin our performance!"

Swanna gracefully takes to the air, its wings shimmering in the light. It performs a series of elegant aerial maneuvers, symbolizing the vastness and freedom of the sky. As she soars through the skies, Swanna used Blizzard. Unleashing a harsh, but controlled cold blast into the air. It mixed into the mist, giving it a chilling aura that glittered in the spotlight.

Announcer: "Wow! Look at that control! Swanna is truly a sight to behold!"

As Swanna soars, Flareon bursts into flames, its fiery dance complementing Swanna's aerial performance. The heat from Flareon warms the stage, creating a dramatic contrast to the cool mist. Flareon danced, heating up the stage. Steam began to mix in with the mist. Flareon used Scary Face, creating illusions into the air. Images of pokemon danced in the sky.

Announcer: "Incredible! Flareon's power is breathtaking!"

Emolga enters the stage, its electric aura interacting with the mist, creating sparkling effects. It zips around the stage, its playful energy contrasting with the majesty of Swanna and the intensity of Flareon. Emolga used Attract, littering the stage in hearts. A pink hue washed into the steam and mist.

Announcer: "Emolga adds a touch of whimsy to the performance! What a perfect trio!"

The music swells as the three Pokémon perform together. Swanna creates wind currents with its wings, carrying Flareon's flames higher into the air. Emolga flies through the flames, its electric attacks creating sparks that dance in the air.

As the performance reaches its climax, the stage lights intensify, and the music reaches a crescendo. The three Pokémon pose together, their forms bathed in light. The flames burst into the illusions, causing fireworks to fall onto the stage.

Announcer: "What a stunning performance! Ethan and his Pokémon have truly captured the hearts of the audience!"

The crowd erupts in applause as the performance ends. Ethan and his Pokémon take a bow, their faces beaming with pride.

The announcer walked onto the stage. He looked over Ethan and the four other participants. Swanna, Flareon, and Emolga stood next to Ethan. Waiting patiently for the results. The crowd lifted their glow-sticks and cast their votes. The luminous orbs flew into the holographic keyholes above the five of them.

Ethan clasped his hands. Praying the votes will be enough. He opened his eyes when he felt the lights shine on his shut eyes. He gasped, his pokemon jumping onto him. The announcer came to him, in his hand was the coveted key.

Ethan took it in his hands. It was a Golden Princess Key. The key looked to be crafted from solid gold, its surface gleaming with a rich, warm luster. Its shape is elegant and ornate, resembling a stylized heart with a delicate keyhole.

The key is attached to a golden chain adorned with small, shimmering golden charms shaped like various Pokémon. The keyring is a golden circle, intricately engraved with floral patterns and crowned with a small, golden tiara.