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Isla didn't like Motostoke very much. Not only was it more southern, but it also had just about all of Galar's industrial buildings in one place. It was far too hot. Luckily she didn't have to wear her gym leaders costume until the ceremony actually begun. Instead she wore shorts and a singlet with light blue sneakers, something typical for a jogger. That was more than a blessing, otherwise she would have had a [i]really[/i] bad time here.

Isla passed the time at the local cafe, sipping coffee on an outside table. The occasional by passer would recognize her and ask for an autograph, she was happy to oblige of course. But she was surprised how few and far between it all was. The ceremony clearly was a much bigger draw for attention and why would anyone investigate the people sitting at some regular old cafe. She took the time to appreciate the peace. Isla obviously preferred to be in the thick of the media spectacle, but quiet time was very rare for her so it can be refreshing every now and again. She tried to keep the thought out of her head that people forgot about her after the injury.

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Well it was just about time, Isla got up from the seat and started casually walking toward the stadium. This is when she saw an all too familiar Charizard start swooping in and she picked up the pace. It was typical for Hestia to come in with that sort of style, Isla didn't mind admitting jealousy to that. She needed a flying type bad, instead she had to work around the train schedule. Where was the presentation in that? Never the less, Isla was glad Hestia was here. After all, this was Isla's first time in the Galarian league and she wanted to thank the person who helped her out with it all.

Now outside the stadium, Isla snuck closer behind Hestia wanting to surprise her. She was taken a bit aback by the terrifying display from Apollo, but that wasn't about to stop her. Isla tapped Hestia's shoulder and before she could even react to who was behind her, Isla suprised her with a hug. [color=A9E2F3]"Good luck in the ceremony, I'm really grateful I can be here too."[/color] It was certainly a modest statement and not something Isla was used to saying, but it had to be said. Coming out of the hug she continued [color=A9E2F3]"looks like we're still waiting for the others to rock up. Good to see you too Fiona, guess this whole thing means the slopes are on hold for a while aye."[/color] This was a return to her usual cocky self. Noticing the cameras nearby though, Isla was drawn in to the spectacle of it all. [color=A9E2F3]Yes I [i]will[/i] keep the press busy, you don't need to ask me twice."[/color]

Isla spent the next few minutes talking to press. They were all more than eager to interview the ex-sports star's debut on the Pokemon training scene. Although there was a variety of subjects popping up, the most notable point was as follows. [color=A9E2F3]"Snowboarding is fun and all, I still go down the slopes regularly. But when it comes to the competitive scene, I've already reached the top of that mountain. Now this is my next mountain to climb. All I'm saying is Victoria better watch out, because I'm coming for her title."[/color]

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Mentions: Hestia [@Ambra] Fiona [@Psyker Landshark]
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