"Welcome, everyone, to the grand opening of the Pokemon Wildlife Reserve and Safari Zone!"
Cheers echoed through the small pavilion, packed full of people, overpowering even the roar of airplane engines that filled the air, delivering more and more people to the small island in the middle of the ocean
"I doubt anyone can wait much longer, so I'll keep this brief," smiled the man that stood before the crowds. "For years, Pokemon preservation agencies all over the globe have dreamed of a paradise for Pokemon, a place where all Pokemon could go to be safe, somewhere far away from the threats that endanger the wonderful creatures that populate our planet. A place where Pokemon and People could interact without any fear or harm,"
He turned to face the group of people standing beside him, "well, with nearly ten years of dedication and the contribution of the world governments and our incredibly generous funders, our dream has finally been achieved. Ladies and Gentleman, I bring you, the Pokemon Wildlife Reserve and Safari Zone!"
He smiled as he watched the people cheer, looking at the proud faces around him. So many men and women had spent the last nine-and-a-half years working towards this dream, and it was finally here. He was actually beginning to tear up.
"Beyond the gate in front of us, is the rest of the island that is separated from us, and as soon as we open the gate, the park will officially be open to visitors," he smiled as he walked to the gate, at a quickened pace that showed his excitement. "So, without further ado, I bring you, THE SAFARI ZONE!"
He pushed on the gate, and froze for a minute as it didn't as much as budge. Perhaps two large carved slabs of steel weren't the smartest choice for doors that had to be pushed open. But his worry was only momentary, as the others heading the project hurried to the door, and through their combined effort, pushed it open. He looked at the people beside him, and he felt tears of joy begin rolling down his face. They had done it.
He was pulled out of his daze as their first visitors began rushing past him, and he stepped back, allowing more people through.
"Ladies and gentlemen," he said quietly, still feeling a bit overwhelmed, and his voice quickly drowned out in the chatter. "Welcome to the Safari Zone."
Cheers echoed through the small pavilion, packed full of people, overpowering even the roar of airplane engines that filled the air, delivering more and more people to the small island in the middle of the ocean
"I doubt anyone can wait much longer, so I'll keep this brief," smiled the man that stood before the crowds. "For years, Pokemon preservation agencies all over the globe have dreamed of a paradise for Pokemon, a place where all Pokemon could go to be safe, somewhere far away from the threats that endanger the wonderful creatures that populate our planet. A place where Pokemon and People could interact without any fear or harm,"
He turned to face the group of people standing beside him, "well, with nearly ten years of dedication and the contribution of the world governments and our incredibly generous funders, our dream has finally been achieved. Ladies and Gentleman, I bring you, the Pokemon Wildlife Reserve and Safari Zone!"
He smiled as he watched the people cheer, looking at the proud faces around him. So many men and women had spent the last nine-and-a-half years working towards this dream, and it was finally here. He was actually beginning to tear up.
"Beyond the gate in front of us, is the rest of the island that is separated from us, and as soon as we open the gate, the park will officially be open to visitors," he smiled as he walked to the gate, at a quickened pace that showed his excitement. "So, without further ado, I bring you, THE SAFARI ZONE!"
He pushed on the gate, and froze for a minute as it didn't as much as budge. Perhaps two large carved slabs of steel weren't the smartest choice for doors that had to be pushed open. But his worry was only momentary, as the others heading the project hurried to the door, and through their combined effort, pushed it open. He looked at the people beside him, and he felt tears of joy begin rolling down his face. They had done it.
He was pulled out of his daze as their first visitors began rushing past him, and he stepped back, allowing more people through.
"Ladies and gentlemen," he said quietly, still feeling a bit overwhelmed, and his voice quickly drowned out in the chatter. "Welcome to the Safari Zone."