Original Title: [SatoHika Oneshot] Pháo hoa giao thừa

Author: Sislia <From Write Group>

Translator: Reen <From Translate Group>

Category: FanFic, Oneshot, Romance, Slight OOC

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She sat down on a rock that she thought was clean and big enough. Behind her was a gloomy, quiet forest, wild Pokémon's footsteps were heard here and then. But in front of her was a whole different story.

From this small mountain, the city before her shimmers in the light. Under the night sky sparkles a few stars, she sat where the city lights could only faintly flick in, it was like sitting in front of an artificial light sea. In that sea, there was a sparkle of lights flashing all the way, people were strolling with their beloved pokemon, sporting beautiful clothes. New Year's Eve atmosphere is always so bustling, colorful!

- "Hm... What am I even waiting for? Who am I waiting here for...?"

This place was so quiet and beautiful, so she came, clearly!

But she also knew that what she wanted in this place could never happen, but she still came... Alone too, she didn't even bring any pokemon or at least Pochama!

But let us pretend she came to recall a beautiful, brilliant memory from the time of adventuring in the past! It wasn't wrong... A memory only years ago... a really beautiful one! Her heart was filled with a strange and extremely warm feeling right under the sky with flaming flowers blooming...

. . . .

That day, after the Sinnoh League ended, she took the group of friends to her house to rest, preparing for a goodbye... When everyone realized it, that evening was already New Year's Eve.

Come to think of it, she excitedly told about a small town not far from home, named Hanabi...

When she was young, she used to go to this place with her mother, but because of work, she didn't really enjoy it.

The group of friends' first impression about the city is Sinnoh's stylish architecture but adding a little Western to it, extremely delicate! The whole group had a stroll under the spring canopy with flashing lights of all kinds and colors.

After finding some beautiful girl to hang out with, Takeshi left her with him helplessly in the middle of the road. She told Pochama, Pikachu and him:

- Follow me! - She stepped forward, leading them to follow - Last time I came here, I got lost, then I accidentally saw a place...

They went up the small mountain close to the city. The view is a bit dark, but the road is easy to walk so no problem, most pokemon along the way are small and gentle. Soon, they arrived there...

There was a clearing on the edge of the forest halfway up the mountain, in front of them was the shimmering Hanabi city... At this height, only a few of the buildings in the city could reach, making it even stranger.

Pikachu and Pochama are so friendly! They're already opening up to the wild pokemon in the forest, then playing with them, or maybe this place's pokemon is already friendly. She stepped closer to the scenery of the city, observing it, some sadness in her blue eyes. He went to the side, as if looking out, asked her softly:

- Is there something on your mind?

Not answering the question, she said about something else:

- Thank you so much!

- ...

- Comparing to the start of the journey, looking back I found myself going very far! With you, by your side, I have come so far ... We will meet again, right?

He brooded for a moment, then smiled a little

- Of course!

With that answer, she smiled as well, her face somewhat relieved.

Their dreams were different, the path they take will be different, the busyness will follow differently, the journeys in the future will surely not be able to walk with the other person, waiting until the time of they intersect again, fearing that at that time the emotions wouldn't be so deep anymore... Many things will be changed so that every time they adjust to life just treating each other as a known friend. She did not want that! Surely she would not let her best friend's feelings become like that! But she was scared that his feelings would become like that... However, he was still sure of the answer he had said, and she always believed him...

The city lights suddenly dimmed. She excitedly yelled at him, looking up at the sky. Before long, rays of light competed to the sky. Millions of small fire spreading, covering the sky, spreading like blooming flower buds.

She spoke again, just enough for the person next to hear:

- There is a legend, that being together on New Year's Eve, the bond will grow stronger... At least just feeling that our bond is stronger, despite my next adventure will be only me and my pokemon, I'll be okay!

She smiled very brightly! The meaning of that legend, the object to which the legend speaks is much more complicated. She did think about that profound meaning! But it was him, so she couldn't continue thinking that way! You are so carefree! You are so childish! I just need to explain that! No need to go deeper!

New Year's Eve is to goodbye the old year, to welcome the new year. As for her then, it was to goodbye old adventures, to start new adventures full of difficulties! But she will be fine because he was with her that New Year's Eve because there is an important bond of her's that, is very strong!

She took his hand, weaving their fingers together. He turned to look at her. Was it due to the light of the fireworks, but her cheeks were completely pink, tightly pressing her lips, her eyes glued to the sky.

He chuckled then took hold of her's.

She didn't know how, but when she realized it, she found herself speaking out a small wish...

- The day I become Sinnoh's number one coordinator... I want to greet New Year's Eve with you... here...

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.

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She really wanted to achieve her dream, being able to show him that achievement, and then welcome new things in the future with him. And it's right now ...

But her hopes for that wish were so little! She thought he didn't remember, or maybe didn't even hear it, he was busy too! Moreover, she talked about it superficially. But she still picked up a little hope and came here... But maybe all hope was lost... the sea of light was quiet, watching the rays of light being launched into the sky, bursting out thousands of other rays. She smiled wryly, despising herself... New Year's Eve was here...

In the heart surges the feeling of tears, choking, uncomfortable.
But...

- You're such a! Coddling you is such a troublesome job!

She was surprised, widening her eyes. The voice was familiar. It wasn't warm, nor soft, but it made her extremely relieved, extremely comfortable! She whirled around... The image of that boy became clearer through her dark sapphire pupils...

- Sa...toshi!

She stood up in surprise. Her body wavering slightly.

He silently took in her appearance, she was in a short golden kimono with cherry blossoms, hair falling from her ears, her hair pulled into a side bun. She was taller than before, her messy hair was longer than before, she was more mature than before, prettier than before...

He stepped towards her:

- Long time no see, Hikari!

He has also grown so much, even taller than her! Only that childish smile didn't seem to change anything...

She still stood there, a little mucky, for a while, then smiled happily... 

- You remembered what I said... I only said that for fun... you really did it?

- You're also here!

- ...

She smiled and turned to aim the fireworks. It was superficial, but he understood that she was happy right now, her emotions weren't as buzzy as they were just now, it was much purer, much happier!

Before long, he whispered in her ear:

- Speaking of that one legend you said, there's one more thing... If people kiss at New Year's Eve...

Hearing that, she turned stiff, her face beet red, much to her surprise he said so directly. As he continued, he moved his face closer to hers:

- ...they will be together forever...

- Ah...

His lips were closer to hers, she froze in place, her cheeks burning, her face red, her heart racing wildly.

10 cm...8 cm...5 cm...3 cm...

-A...ah...

But he stopped, smiling mischievously, utterly entertained: 

- Your expression is really interesting! Unfortunately, I won't do it now!

He made her just want to dig a hole and stayed there. The beat was a little better, she puffed up her cheeks, tempting to hit him in her anger.

- You—You— won't do it your face—

- Watch out!

-Wha-!?

After saying that, he quickly placed his lips on her soft, blushing cheeks. She widened her eyes, barely making a sound...

The flower was still colorful on their heads, blossoming beautiful petals in the sound of firecrackers...

Couples who are together at the time of the transition between the new year and the old year will have a stronger bond. If they were together at New Year's Eve, they'd be together next year, next year and always...

___Happy New Year 2020___

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