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[Well, he probably should've seen this coming. After last year's turn out, it's no wonder Clair opted for another prom. And, well, after getting nailed on the head by at least three of those invite balls, Riku appears onscreen in what looks like a kitchen, leaning back against a counter.]

So, I know everyone's getting amped up for the prom, and I can't really blame you guys. Tohjo's a pretty sweet resort, but something about it still bugs me. That place is supposed to to be the Elite Four's private getaway, and we haven't even seen them over the past few years, let alone heard from them.

[He narrows his eyes, shifting his position against the counter.]

Gotta wonder what their deal is. Supposedly, they're the toughest trainers out there, but ever since I came here, they've been MIA. No challenges and no explanation, but the locals talk about them like they're these big-time celebrities.

[He waves one of his hands.]

Maybe this year will be different. Beats me, but I guess if anyone wants to hang out during the party, we can work something out. That's what parties are for, right? Not fussing over battles that might not even happen...

[Sigh. With that all said, he'll switch to a private channel.]

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Heads up. I know the timing's kind of bad, I figure we won't have a better chance then this. Sometime during the party, we need to meet up and touch base. It's been a while since the incident down in Olivine, but I doubt the Rockets will stay quiet for long.

If you're worried about getting caught, don't be: the place is huge, and I'm sure almost everyone will be too busy with the party to consider tracking us down. But just for added security, we can pick a secluded spot and talk there.

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Here's hoping nobody's around when we try to meet, then. Wouldn't want to attract attention.

And you're right. At least a handful of the locals I've talked to think we don't appreciate Pokémon the way that they do. Some would even prefer it if they left.

Makes me wonder if the Elite Four's among them.

We might have to deal with their security guards, so we'd need a good excuse like a personal gathering of friends.

It might depends on the person. I think the Elite Four might be fine with us, as long we don't mistreat our Pokemon.

Exactly. We could just say that we need a break from the action. I mean, c'mon. Think about how many people she's invited.

Kinda makes me hope that one of them does show up so we can finally get some answers.

Right. They really can't deny that since parties can be very draining to be in.

I'd hope so. Speaking of showing up, maybe they might come if they're invited? Knowing her, Clair would invite some big names into her party.

Exactly, and when you're dealing with a diva like Clair, it gets even more exhausting. I'd say we have a bulletproof excuse.

If not the Elite Four, then we'll probably at least see some of the Gym Leaders again. Maybe they'll know a thing or two.

Hopefully! Assuming the Elite Four would mention anything about it to the Gym Leaders. But it's possible that they might be sworn into silence, if we do get a chance to ask them.

Hmm, true. Might have something like a non-disclosure agreement. Or even if they don't, they might not want to talk about it.

Makes me want to ask what their relationship to the Elite Four even is.

Yeah. I imagine there's some politics involved, something like the difference between the mayor and the top ranking politicians in a government.

Asking about their relationship might be safer than our presence here. Maybe.

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