Man in the Mirror

May's Epilogue: Love Story

May sipped on her green tea in the outdoor seating area of a little café in Mesagoza. Her journeys brought her to the Paldea region, but she decided to enjoy today by treating herself to the sights and pleasantries of the unique city because today was a special day.

"Here you go, señorita. To commemorate your birthday, A chocolate cupcake topped with strawberry frosting and rainbow sprinkles. It's on the house," a stern middle-aged waiter with black hair and gray highlights came with a small plate that carried the birthday cupcake.

May loved the cute design. It reminded her of Serena's PokéPuffs. The flame from the short blue candle at the top reflected in her sapphire eyes. However, she was surprised that the café was aware of her birthday. "This is lovely, but how did you know it was my birthday?" the brunette sheepishly grinned.

"Some things are hard to forget, Ms. May. We remember when your face was on every newsstand in Mesagoza. Regardless, the café owner was always a big fan and had this sent to you," the waiter bowed at her.

The coordinator lightly blushed, touched by the gesture. It had been some years since she stepped down from her public role, but traces of her time as a celebrity remained. "Please call me May," the brunette giggled with embarrassment. She never liked being addressed with a title. "That's very kind of you, though," the coordinator noted the staff's kindness.

"It is a treat to have you, and you're always welcome here," the waiter expressed the café's hospitality with a stern face.

Despite his tired appearance, the coordinator engaged the waiter in a conversation. May giggled, "You're giving me flashbacks to when I was a celebrity with those words."

The waiter wondered, "Do you ever miss it?" May's background intrigued him.

The brunette nodded sideways, "Not really. I prefer things the way they are now. I've been happier ever since." May had no regrets about stepping down after her victory over Wallace.

"That sounds ideal. I'm almost jealous, but I'm a workaholic. Believe it or not, I work three jobs. It doesn't give me any free time, but I'm holding up," the waiter said to the girl despite his unmotivated appearance.

"Three jobs, whoa! I don't know if I could handle that," May was impressed. The girl curiously questioned, "What are your other jobs?"

Her server sighed, "Let's just say I may be a waiter here, but I help run a restaurant in another city in Paldea, and my other job is a bit more recreational."

"A man of mystery," May teased. She managed to make the unmotivated waiter chuckle.

"I am sure you have plenty of time to enjoy, such as spending time with your family on your birthday, perhaps?" the waiter inquired.

May wished her family was present today, but she could still smile despite spending her birthday alone. "Unfortunately, my family is in Hoenn today. However, I did speak to them this morning and received their birthday wishes, so I'm feeling their love even though we're far apart."

Her waiter acknowledged her with a monotonous tone. "That's wonderful to hear. Well, May, besides honoring you on your birthday, you should know that the Naranja Café sends its best wishes on your journey," the waiter informed her.

May appreciated the kindness even if the waiter was somewhat of an oddball. "I won't let the café down when I compete and win in the Grand Festival then," the sapphire-eyed girl made a confident fist, thanking him and the café for its wishes.

"Speaking of wishes. Why don't you make yours?" the waiter held his hand out to the cupcake that May nearly forgot about during their conversation.

"Right," May nodded. She already had almost everything she wanted except one thing. The brunette closed her eyes and softly blew on the candle flame to wish for it. The little flame's smoke went up in the air when the fire got blown out.