Team Rocket Secret Base- Eukrateak City, Johto- 2010-08-10-

Domino's POV:

My dream was shattered by the shrill screech of my alarm that signalled the end of my brief night rest. I groaned and swung my arm around. I hadn't woken up in a good mood and I took my anger out on the wretched thing. My arm smashed into it and it tumbled of my desk, ending its days crushed on the floor like a Caterpie after a Pidgey finishes with it. Pushing myself up, I stared around at the familiar, yet depressing features of my room. It wasn't like it was a prison or anything, not like what them grunts lived in. It was reasonably large and spacious, with pale pink walls and matching furniture, and the window was wide open giving me a view of the buildings below. But I guess that was the problem, my window. Looking out at the base reminded me that I was still here, with team rocket. Still part of it all.

Me. I'm sometimes known as agent 009. Others call me the Black Tulip. Occasionally they call me the 'the spy'. But really my name is Domino. Domino Kostovich. Top spy in all of Team Rocket. Some people say the life of a spy is action packed and amazing, but it's not really. Trust me, I know.

I groaned and reluctantly got out of bed. The world outside was dark and silent, not a thing moving. It made me feel like an intruder on the peace of all people out there. Turning away I walked over to my wardrobe and pulled out some clothes. Not the Rocket uniform, but an ordinary tracksuit and baseball cap. I'm not exactly going to get along unnoticed with a big red R on my front. The tracksuit is white with a streak of gold down the sides and the cap is the same. But as an extra sneaky touch, they have a small black tulip on them. I couldn't resist. I teased my curly blond hair into its usual style and applied some mascara to my purple eyes. Spies in Team Rocket don't wear much makeup. New rule. Psh.

Pulling my shoes on I stepped out of the door and walked along to the executives office to receive my latest assignment. Generally Giovanni told me the day before I was due to leave but ever since he appointed these new executives they decided to do things their style. I really don't approve of them.

I rapped smartly on the door to signal my arrival and stepped in briskly. Two people were there, Executive Archer, Giovanni's second-in-command and another executive, Proton. Archer has pale blue hair and a calm, emotionless face. Classic, I'm the ultimate kind of guy. Proton on the other hand is often known as the most scary and popular guy in Team Rocket. No idea why personally. He always either walks right past me or stares at me with an unreadable expression. He seems to have something against me. Jerk. His hair is a brighter shade of blue than Archer's and he wears black instead of white.

Archer looked up as I entered and lifted an eyebrow. "Ah, Ms Kostovich you're here," he said smoothly.

"About time too," muttered Proton

"Anyway," Archer said, glancing at him, "your assignment."

"Yes Sir?" I stopped glaring at Proton and stood up straight.

"We are sending you over to the Sinnoh region. You will be following a group of three who I believe you already know."

I was surprised. "Sir?" I asked.

"They are these people," he pushed some photos over to me. I picked them up and my eyes widened.

"Ash Ketchum, Brock Slate and Dawn Berlitz," he said "I hear you have met them before."

"Yes Sir, in the Mount Quena operation. The first two disrupted our plans to reclaim Mewtwo," I replied quickly "but I've never met Berlitz."

"She is their new companion. A Pokémon coordinator aged ten. You should recognise her fairly easily."

"Yes Sir," I said again "when do I leave?"

"Immediately," he stood up and turned to Proton "escort Agent 009 to the gates."

I rolled my eyes. Of all the people. Arceus save me. Proton clearly felt the same way. He sniffed in disgust and stood up. Looking me up and down, he snapped "Move it," and stalked out. Groaning inwardly, I followed.

As we walked along to the exit of the base Proton looked at me and smirked. "Looks like I won't have to put up with you much longer thank Arceus."

"Back right atcha," I muttered, irritated. Like he ever talked to me anyway.

We reached the gate and he turned around.

"Your stop," he said jerking his head towards the large imposing gates that separated us from the outside world that was totally oblivious to our existence in the city.

I stepped forwards and opened the gates. Once open I looked out to see if there was anyone then, once demined all was safe, stepped out. Hitching my supply bag over my shoulders and walked off. I wouldn't have looked back. But, just then Proton called out my name.

"Hey, Domino!"

Surprised? I sure was. He just used my name. Not 009 or tulip girl. Domino.

"What?" I said raising my eyebrows as high as possible.

He shrugged. "Nothing," he turned to close the gates. I sniffed in annoyance and he turned around.

"Good luck," he said and left.

I frowned. Good luck? Good luck? Something was definitely up with that guy…

Eterna city Pokémon centre-sinnoh:

"I can't wait to get to get my second badge, right Pikachu!" said the spiky, raven haired boy pumping his fist in the air.

"Pika,pika!"

"It's so great to see you totally psyched Ash," a bluenett holding a Piplup said.

"Thanks Dawn, I just can't wait!" Ash said "hey Brock what d….."

Just then Brock saw Nurse Joy walking over to some trainers carrying some orange juice.

"Nurse Joy! Please allow me to help you! One day I…AAAAAAWWW CROAGUNK! NOOO!"

Dawn and Ash rolled their eyes and sweat dropped.

"How about we go and have a practice battle Ash?" Dawn asked eagerly

"Sure no problem!" Ash replied jumping up "come on!"

-outside the Pokémon centre-

"All right this will be a one on one Pokémon battle with Ash versus Dawn!" announced Brock "begin!"

"Ok, Aipom, I choose you!"

"Buneary, spotlight!"

"Ai,ai!"

"Buneary!"

"OK Aipom use swift!"

"Aiiiiiiii"

Gold stars flew across to Buneary.

"Dodge it then use ice beam!" Dawn commanded.

Buneary jumped to the side and fired a beam of ice at Aipom's head.

"Get out of the way Aipom and use focus punch!" Ash yelled.

"Aiiiiiiiiipom!"

Aipom swung around and smashed its tail straight into Buneary sending it tumbling backwards and smashing into the floor.

"Buneary! Are you OK?" Dawn cried.

"Bunneaary," it said, pushing itself up slowly.

"Great! Alright dizzy punch, double-time!"

Buneary sprang up towards Aipom, its ears moving rapidly.

"Aipom, Swift!"

The golden stars collided hard with the bunny, knocking it out cold.

"Buneary….."It moaned

Dawn knelt down beside her Pokémon. "You did well. Take a rest now. Return."

Ash grinned in triumph and punched the air. "Nice one Aipom! Return!"

"Aiiiipom."

Dawn walked over to ash and smiled. "Aipom was awesome Ash!" she said.

"Thanks! You were good to," he said, giving her a hi-five.

"You both did well, but right now I think your Pokémon deserve a rest," Brock interrupted.

"Sure!" Ash and Dawn said and they turned to walk inside the Pokémon centre.

Domino's POV:

I watched them go inside, and when I was sure they were gone, I pulled out my pokegear and tapped in the base number.

"Yes? Who is this?" said a voice.

"It's me 009," I replied "I need to talk to Archer."

"Very well. Hold on for a minute."

I stood around for a while tapping my nails on the screen impatiently. Finally Archer picked up.

"Yes?"

Emotionless as ever.

"Targets have been located at Eterna City," I said quickly.

"Good. You know what to do?"

"Yes sir"

"Then proceed. If you need extra help, I'm sure you'll run into those three clowns on the way. Just make sure they don't blow your cover."

I stuck my tongue out disdainfully. A Magicarp would be more help than that lot.

"Of course," I replied, keeping the scorn out of my voice.

"Good,"

He hung up. I shook my head and stood up. Pulling on a long black wig to hide my blonde hair I stepped inside the centre.

"Hello! May I help you?" chirped Nurse Joy irritatingly.

Putting a fake smile on my face I walked up and said, "Could you please tell me where Mr. Ketchum, Mr. Slate and Ms. Berlitz are staying?" While I was talking I slid my hand into my pocket slowly.

"Of course. Rooms 45 and 46. Why…."

"Thanks!" I smirked and whipped out my electric tulip.

She frowned and opened her mouth. "What….."

My tulip smacked into her cheek and the electric charge sent her down onto the floor out cold.

"Phase two initiated…."