This elf world is a bit strange

June 6, evening, small theater of Sara College.

Teachers and students of the college, members from various literary and artistic groups of Sāra, and some specially invited guests have already taken their seats in the theater.

Sitting side by side with Principal Muriel in the center of the front row was Naz, who was wearing sunglasses and had an exceptionally cool and stern temperament.

There were also local journalists from Sara at various locations on the venue.

Although the drama club of Sara College did not perform well last year, it is still considered a very outstanding local art performance group in Sara.

Throughout the many years of the college's history, students' literary and artistic qualities have always been placed in a very prominent position, which is also a common feature of the Kalos region.

"Master Nazi, this is probably our first meeting, right? It is truly an honor for our school that you have the honor of attending our graduation performance."

Muriel was wearing formal clothes today, which was rarely seen on weekdays, and she looked solemn.

In the past and coming weeks, various art clubs will organize their own graduation performances, and as the principal, he will be present to support each one.

At this moment, he turned his head and chatted with Nazhi.

He was a little surprised when he learned that Nancy was going to be a guest at the school, but when he thought of Filio's powerful superpowers and the exhibition match between him and Nancy, the old man was relieved.

Anyway, my apprentice has already brought me many surprises, so one or two more won’t make a difference.

Although Miss Naz has had some controversies in the past, she is now an official owner recognized by the alliance. After entering the entertainment industry, her reputation is also very good. She is not a bad person.

"Principal Muriel, you're welcome. I'm also looking forward to Filio's script. Besides, it's a rare experience for me to be able to appreciate a high-level drama performance up close."

Nancy also knew the relationship between Muriel and Firio, so she smiled and was very polite.

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The show is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.

Backstage, students from the drama club were busy making final preparations.

Alumni from previous years also came to greet Ina and the other two.

Looking at the stage where many plays had been performed and the backstage that held countless memories, Ina had a smile on her face and a hint of reluctance in her eyes.

Students graduate one after another, and the performances that carry friendship and dreams will also come to an end after today.

Ina felt inexplicably sad, shook her head, and walked away alone.

"Ina, take a look at this." Antoine, with a sly look on his face, called out to Ina from a distance. "Jian Zimian and I designed the first act headdress for you yesterday. I think it matches the style you want to express very well."

Ina walked over with her hands behind her back: "Yeah...I think it's great too."

"You seem to be in a bad mood. Are you feeling a bit disappointed about leaving soon?"

Antoine came forward, put the tiara on Ina, and whispered.

"Yes, I'm leaving soon. After today, I'm going to retire..."

In front of Ina's sight, Pogaman and Big Mouth were helping to move things. Although they were small in stature, they were very strong.

"Nothing will last forever, Ina." Antoine showed a rare calmness and tenderness, "But we have experienced a lot together, which gives it a meaning of existence, just like this stage."

"You still remember the story of Chirrut and I, right?"

Staring at the curtain, Ina's eyes seemed a little more blurred and turbid, and she murmured in a low voice.

"Music and stories are a beautiful life. I still remember the wonderful song I heard in the wild with Chiru. Although I can no longer remember its melody or even everything about it, the touching feeling from the heart has always left a deep impression on me. Perhaps this is what you mean by the meaning of this stage and our existence."

"Why, our Miss Ina and Mr. Antoine are discussing life together? It seems that I am a little out of place."

The gentle voice dispelled Ina's sadness, and Filio slowly walked closer with the script in his hand.

"It's not that complicated, actually. Every story is unique. Let everyone remember it, let ourselves remember it, this is the greatest meaning of what we do. Whether it's the story itself, or us who interpret the story, or the emotions in our hearts, whether it's joy or sadness, they are all the meaning of existence."

After thinking for a while, Filio suddenly smiled knowingly: "Besides, you and Antoine can perform at Miare University, so why are you so sad? Or are you two particularly reluctant to leave me?"

"You're so rude. You've ruined the good atmosphere. Let's go. Let's make the final preparations and perform the last scene well."

After hitting Firio's chest in annoyance, Ina took Antoine's hand and disappeared around the corner not far away.

"Huh... Beyond the horizon, our future will be like this too, except that the ending won't be a tragedy."

After touching the little dream demon who was still playing with her hair on top of his head, Firio himself felt a little emotional.

As graduation approaches, "future" has become an important topic that all students must face.

And with that comes separation.

Even the foursome who have spent many years together will be separated.

Apei decided to start his journey in the Kanto region.

In his words, he felt a kind of inexplicable calling.

In addition, Kanto was his hometown, so it would be nice to go back and have a look. He decided to start his journey of training as a breeder and trainer from there, pursuing his dream of becoming a "fruit master".

Ina decided to pursue her artistic path by furthering her studies at the University of Miare School of Art.

This is the dream she and Kirlia share.

As for Antoine, he was specially recruited by the Combat Department of Miare University by reaching the top 16 in the tournament. He will continue to be with Ina and spend another four years together.

It is worth mentioning that his father, who is the master of the Binek Gym, was also very satisfied with this matter and felt that he had someone to succeed him.

Firio, who has decided to start his own trip to the Kalos region after graduation, will undoubtedly be separated from his three friends after graduation, and it will be difficult for them to reunite for quite some time.

This is the sadness of graduation season, and it also coincides with the discussion of the future and the present, ideals and reality in "Beyond the Horizon".

Time is passing by every second, and this performance, which carries the countless efforts of several people, is about to begin.

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"Look! Isn't it beautiful outside the hill? I can hear the voices of the past calling me to go..."

Filho, or rather Robert, who he played, with his sickly pale makeup, showed a long-lost happy smile.

"This time I am going. It is not the end, but the beginning of freedom - the starting point of my voyage! I have earned the right to travel - the right to be liberated - to the horizon! Oh, you should be happy - happy for me!"

In the distance, on the horizon, a small sun is about to rise.

Soft melody, blurry light and shadow.

The entire theater was silent except for the sound from the stage.

A country road runs throughout the entire film, stretching across the stage.

Five years, three acts of story.

Robert, a young man who longed to pursue "the secret hidden beyond the horizon", was finally crushed by reality and fell on the top of a hill "with the sea behind it", in the last moment before sunrise.

Anzhu, a simple young man who was content with life on a farm, boarded an ocean-going ship and truly reached "beyond the horizon". In the era when the Pokémon League had not yet been established, he experienced different regions and different landscapes, became a successful but exhausted individual, and eventually lost his spiritual world.

Ruth, a girl pursuing beautiful love and marriage, gradually had her healthy and strong back hunched due to aging and fatigue.

No one is extraordinary.

The dreams and paths of an ordinary person’s life: pursuit – gain – loss, and then rekindle the dreamlike light of hope.

The pursuit and disillusionment of dreams are like something beyond the horizon.

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In the audience, Nancy just watched silently as Firio went from being full of vigor to being old and listless, and as Ina went from being young and energetic to being old and tired.

Before she knew it, Ina's figure overlapped with her own. She recalled her first meeting with Firion and thought of their repeated encounters.

She suddenly realized what Firio was thinking.

From the beginning to the end, he regarded himself as the "not special" person and regarded his friends as "special" people to be cherished and cared for.

It is also because of this that his feelings are particularly genuine.

Naz thought of the night talk on the beach that changed their relationship.

She found that she had been standing closer and closer to Filio without realizing it.

Not in terms of space, but at the spiritual level.

The sturdy door that separated him from the outside world slowly opened.

The key to opening this door is this young man who performs his own story with all his heart on the stage, especially his sincere and passionate heart.

If it were me...

Results will vary.

Looking at the stage, Naz's lips curled into a confident smile.

But…it’s not just me.

She thought again of the cute girl who was always with Firio.

She is also "special" and "very special".

With her brows slightly furrowed, Nazi was clearly aware of her own thoughts and her "opponent".

Her hands were tangled in her thighs, her mind was in a tangle of emotions.

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Everyone bowed.

The final curtain falls.

Inside the theater, there was prolonged applause.

In Carlos, which advocates art, such a play that combines love tragedy with social tragedy can be understood and loved by the public.

The tragedy of Ruth, the tragedy of Robert, and the tragedy of Anju.

The combination of three tragedies is a reflection of the helplessness of reality.

The audience's eyes were slightly red and their applause was heartfelt.

Muriel thought about many things in her youth, middle age and old age. Her mind was filled with thoughts and she finally let out a long breath.

Firion stood up and his eyes met with Nancy in the audience.

Thousands of emotions are conveyed to each other in an instant.

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In the night, they walked out of the campus and strolled on the streets, walking side by side on the empty streets.

Firion looked up at the sky, where the moon was bright and clear. "I'm glad you could squeeze out time to watch our performance."

Nazi pretended to be calm: "I just happened to have some time, so I came to take a look. I have to say, it's better than I thought, and much better. I was very moved and understood a lot of things."

After getting Nancy's affirmation, Firio smiled, took off his backpack and reached his hand into it.

"I'm glad you like it. This is the script. I completed it as agreed."

A carefully proofread and bound booklet was placed in Naz's hands.

"...Yes. I'll take it, thank you. Also..."

Looking at the message on the title page, Nazhi turned her head away, hiding her shining eyes with a sullen voice. When she spoke the latter part, her beautiful face was flushed and she hesitated.

"Huh? What's wrong?"

Firion leaned over with concern.

"No, nothing. I just want to say that I am very grateful for your help all along. This is the truth. So...so, you must come to the concert at the end of the month."

Noticing Firio's gaze, Nancy forced herself to calm down and used the night as cover.

"I thought you were going to give me a nice guy card, haha! Don't worry, I will definitely go, I'm looking forward to it! I also believe that you will put on an unprecedented performance that will amaze everyone at the last stop of your Carlos tour."

Firion smiled and nodded, his tone firm.

Nancy turned her head, her flawless chin slightly raised: "Oh? You have so much confidence in me."

"Of course, you are Naz, the best superstar."

Firio answered as a matter of course.

"...You can't let your petty champion hear this~"