Challenge Mallow: Part 1

Palentine's Day was around the corner...

A sweet scent soon started to drift around town.

I see...

You want to show your gratitude to people precious to you for Palentine's Day.

That's right!

But we don't usually cook much... What should we do?

Got it! If that's the case, let me help!

Let's work together so we can express our gratitude through tasty dishes!

Now then, let's begin our cooking lesson!

To start, I'd like everyone to tell me what kind of feelings you'd like to express through your cooking and to whom.

The dish and the advice I suggest will change depending on what you answer!

I would like to express my gratitude to my daughter Janine.

She always brought me my box lunch when I was busy.

So why don't we make a box lunch for Janine that's full of love?

Yes, excellent idea!

I would like to give Darach some sweets for always helping me.

But not just any sweets will do.

They must be so perfect, they'll take Darach's breath away…

I see... Understood!

For you, let's try and make sweets that are a bit more complex, Caitlin!

Yes, that would be wonderful.

I'd like to express my gratitude to the many fans who always support me.

Then for you, Gordie, let's try sweets that are easy to make in large amounts!

Sure, good idea.

Guess I'm up last!

Maylene always helps me train, and since she's a growing girl...

I'd like to prepare her an extraordinary feast!

So you've already decided what you want to make?

Yup! I really want to do well, so I even prepared this outfit!

Gotta start with the look!

Definitely looks like you're ready to go!

By the way, I noticed that partner Pokémon of yours.

Yeah. Caught my eye as well.

That's a Galarian Darmanitan, isn't it?

Oh yeah, actually...

How's your partner Pokémon, Candice?

I just wanted to check in!

Oh, she's grown into a healthy Darmanitan. I knew you could do it.

Really? I'm so happy!

Does that mean...?

Yup! I raised Darmanitan from an Egg I got from Melony!

Since we're both Ice-type users, we get along well.

I just wanted to pass down the techniques and Pokémon I'm so proud of...

since a certain someone is too busy with Rock types...

... ... ...

You're all practicing cooking, right? Do your best so your feelings reach those who are special to you!

Would you be able to help me teach everyone, Melony?

I wouldn't ask me that if I were you! My teaching style is very strict!

Now, I should get going so I don't get in the way.

See you!

Later, Melony!

Jeez... Don't know why she decided to show up...

The group set their goals, and the cooking lesson officially began...

How's this?

It-it's all dried food...

It has the bare minimum nutrition needed and can be stored for a long time! A perfect meal for a ninja!

But there's more to a box lunch than just dried food, Koga...

Try to remember the box lunch Janine made for you.

Let's work on making it tastier and more colorful!

I am going to make the finest sweets...

which is why I brought ingredients of the highest quality.

I wanted to create flavors as elegant as the sweets Darach always prepares for me.

I see...

But the most important thing is your feelings, Caitlin. Not the price of the ingredients.

There have to be flavors that only you can create since you know Darach so well. That's the key!

That's true...

Instead of trying to copy commercial products, I will aim to create a flavor to Darach's liking.

How's this?

Wow, Gordie! As skillful as expected! These cookies are so tasty!

I don't think there's much more I can teach...

Well then, I have another question.

I wanted to make a few special ones as a surprise.

I'd appreciate it if you had any good ideas...

OK, how about this...

Only Candice left...

Wh-what is this?!

Is this meal Dynamaxed or something?!

I just made as many dishes as I could!

Darmanitan's fire and ice moves helped me! I saved a lot of time!

I want Maylene to eat a lot!

Hmm...

If it makes Maylene happy, this might work, but...

If you just want to fill her stomach, couldn't she just go to an all-you-can-eat restaurant?

Th-that's true...

Why don't we think a little more about the feelings that only you can show to Maylene?

Hmm...

Maybe I could subtly ask what Maylene likes to eat?

Nice! A simple but effective method!

But what should I do with all this food?

Don't worry! No food will go to waste!

Counting on you, Greedent!

W-wow... It disappeared in no time!

Greedent always taste-tests my cooking, so I know that no matter how much food there is, he can eat everything.

Now then, shall we go to where Maylene...

Actually, wait... Maybe you should change into normal clothes before you go?

Heh, good idea.

Maylene! I got you a snack!

Wow, thanks! I was just getting hungry!

H-hey, Maylene!

Yes?

You're not picky... You seem to find any kind of food tasty, don't you?

Yes!

So, do you have a favorite food?

Hmm... I don't really have a particular favorite...

Oh, but I like anything if it's made by you!

I-I see...

Yes! Each dish you've made me has become a special memory for me!

(Memory...)

Got it! Thank you Maylene!

I want to ask everyone for a favor!

I'd like you all to train with Maylene at a specific place on Palentine's Day.

On Palentine's Day...

Janine, this is for you.

Did you make this, Father?!

Y-yes... It's not much, but I wanted to show my gratitude for all that you do...

Wow! Thank you, Father!

I hope this is made to your satisfaction.

Thank you for everything that you do, Darach.

Darach?

Apologies, Lady Caitlin...

My heart is so full, and...I'm at a loss for words...

Excuse me...

Oh? What's up?

This is for you. It's special.

For me?

You're technically the first member of my fan club, remember?

I giving this to you as my number one fan, not as my mother.

So don't get the wrong idea...

Thank you, Gordie.

I brought food for everyone!

Please eat this and warm up!

This... You made this for me before!

Yup! It's Candice's special stew!

Once, when I was training on a cold day...

You brought this stew for me as a gift.

I remember how much it warmed both my body and my spirit...and it tasted so good!

I also remember how happily you ate it up!

Since today is Palentine's Day, I wanted to give you a taste from your memories!

I'm...I'm so happy! Thank you!

No, thank YOU as well for always helping me train...

and for being a friend!

Aww... I feel so sad now that I'm almost finished eating this...

No need to worry! There's plenty more!

R-really? Thank you!

Seeing people smile when they eat your food is the best kind of happiness.

That's why cooking is so fun!