Something's Missing...

When Lillie came to town to go shopping before the tea party, she ran into Wallace.

Your Pokémon, Polteageist... How wonderful!

And the antique pot it's living in is a rare masterpiece as well!

Oh, do you know a lot about tea sets, Wallace?

I wouldn't say a lot. But I believe I have an eye for beauty.

Actually, we're going to buy a tea set right now.

Do you know a good shop for that?

I do indeed! I'll take you there.

It seems beautiful things really do attract each other.

Beautiful things... Do you mean Polteageist and you, Wallace?

No, I mean the two of us and the two of you.

Two beautiful sync pairs tied together by bonds of friendship!

Oh, right! I'm definitely confident in the strength of my bond with Polteageist!

*chuckle* Anyway, I'd like to ask your opinion about something on the way to the shop.

I can't decide what I should wear to a contest I'll be making a guest appearance in soon.

What is beauty? That's a mystery for the ages, but let's discuss it!

Your costume for a contest?

The point I'd most like to concentrate on is... Oh, I know!

Let's discuss this like the upcoming tea party, in the form of a riddle!

That sounds fun! I'll do my best to answer!

Here's your question:

What fashion item am I particularly picky about?

For a hint, have a look at my partner Pokémon! Just like Milotic, it's long and flutters around the neck!

Long like Milotic and flutters around the neck...

Oh, I know!

Then tell me your answer! What fashion item am I most picky about?

Bring me at least one sync pair wearing that item, and tell me your answer!

The answer is "a scarf," right?

That's right! "Scarf" is the correct answer! That elegant fashion item that flutters about the neck!

Yes! I think scarves are beautiful and cool, just like Milotic!

Oh, while we were chatting, we made it all the way to the shop.

Thank you, Wallace! With your help, I was able to buy a really cute tea set!

Not at all! Thanks to our chat, I've formed a better idea of what I'll wear to the contest.

Oh, if you don't mind...I'd like to ask you a question about fashion!

The outfit I'm wearing now...

Would it be better if I wore a scarf as well as the hat?

When it comes to fashion, you can't always assume that more is better.

I think your outfit suits you very well and goes perfectly with your partner Polteageist.

In fact, I wouldn't change a thing! You look elegant, infuriatingly so!

I'm sure you two will have a lovely time at the tea party.

Yes! I'm planning to make it the most glorious tea party ever!

Before the tea party, Sonia invited Nessa to have a Pokémon battle.

I was hoping a battle would be a nice distraction...

You did seem pretty preoccupied by all the tea party preparation you've been doing.

I've got the tea, treats, and puzzles all prepared, but...

I'm just worried that I might be missing something.

Let's put the battle aside for a moment and take a break.

Good idea... Oh! I'll make us some tea!

The three brothers from Striaton City in Unova taught me how to make the tastiest tea.

Oh, now I'm really looking forward to it!

So, if you're making the tea for us, I'll come up with a riddle!

It might help you come up with more puzzle ideas for the tea party.

Oh, sounds fun! I'm game!

Then here's my riddle for you, Sonia!

To make the finest tea, you need three things. And those are...?

Huh? That's way too easy! I was just taught that, remember?

They told me...

I, Cilan, select only the best tea leaves...

I, Cress, prepare the purest water...

And I, Chili, pour the water after heating it to just the perfect temperature!

We believe that the tea we make this way is the best in all of Unova... No, in the whole world!

Tea leaves, water, and the perfect heat...

You think you know the answer? Well then, let's hear it!

To make the finest tea, you need three things, which correspond with certain "types."

What are those three types? Make a team with them, and bring it to me as your answer!

The answer is Grass, Water, and Fire! Those three types, right?

Correct! Well done, Sonia!

I also get along well with Kabu and Milo. Maybe these three types just make a good combination?

Hee hee, you might be on to something!

OK, I've prepared the finest tea! Let's savor it together!

Yes, please!

This takes me back... Remember how you used to make curry when we were adventuring together back in the day?

You never quite made it to Charizard class, but for some reason, I'll never forget that flavor.

Do you think maybe there's actually a fourth thing you need to make the finest tea?

Tea leaves, water, heat, and...one more?

Yes! A dash of love!

After all, you were thinking of me when you made me that curry, right?

I think making tea involves more than skill, too. Maybe it's important to be thinking about the person you're making it for.

Yes, that's exactly it! You've figured it out, Nessa!

No matter how much I prepare, if I don't really put my heart into it, I can't possibly be a good hostess!

Thanks for helping me realize that! That nagging feeling in my mind is finally gone!

It really is great to have friends like you! Ohohoho!

Yeah... But what's up with that laugh?

I'm rehearsing so I can really get into my role!

I've dressed up like a queen to go perfectly with Tsareena and really entertain everyone at the tea party!

You do always put your all into everything you do, Sonia. Good luck with the party!