Hello! And welcome to my first pokemon fanfic! First off, this is going to be a livecastershipping story, but I need to get a few other things straight. First off, I named all the people I could different from their traditional names, so I'm writing this if anyone's confused. This is written from a 3rd person of Poppy, the girl character from Black and White 2 (Black 2, in my case). Her traditional names are Rosa or Mei, but I called her Poppy. I also named the rival Eli. I kept the boy player as Nate. Also, if you've read my minecraft story, yes I used the name Eli here too. I played this game while writing the first chapters of "Hardly Human" I used the name I was planning for that character as the rival name.
Anyways, now that that's cleared up, here we go! My first shot at a sorta romantic story! And me myself having zero experience with a love life! Honestly, I'm in high school and have never been asked out once. It's sad. All of my friend are/have been dating. And myself, never once. So here we go for real, now that my little rant is over!
"Huh? What's this?" Poppy, a young trainer from Aspertia City, muttered, bending over to look.
With a closer glance, the object turned out to be a familiar device, "What the...? Did someone lose their Xtransreciever? Looks like a boy's... Maybe it's Nate or Eli's?"
She directed her question to the lizard-like pokemon perched on her shoulder. He said his name, "Sandile" with a shrug, nosing the plastic casing.
Rolling her eyes, Poppy returned to inspecting the device, flipping it over. No, it couldn't be either Nate or Eli's, they had their initials on the back, NB and E . Written on this one was a small initial, CT.
"Should we ask Nate if he saw someone around here? After all, he was here earlier, so he could challenge Elesa before me" She pouted a bit, upset that her older brother had outsmarted her.
The two had fought last night about who would be the first to challenge the electric-type gym leader, to the amusement of their friend, Eli.
Their trip to Nimbasa City had been fairly interesting so far. The siblings had already had the chance to battle against the Battle Subway Bosses, Ingo and Emmet. Nate's Dewott and Poppy's Servine turned out to be a good battle pair, to their trainers' surprise.
Yeah, Poppy and Nate didn't get along most of the time, but at least it was in a competitive, friendly way.
While she was inspecting the Xtransreciever, it surprised her by ringing. With a quick glance at Sandile, she made up her mind to answer.
"Hello?" She cautiously asked, since the incoming call side was black with white letters that spelt out, "Audio Only" and she had no idea who she was talking to.
A male voice, sounding relieved, came from the machine, "Oh...? Did you find my Xtransreciever? Thank you! I'm using an older version right now, that's why there's no video. If I may ask, what's your name?"
Poppy thought for a moment, wondering if it was wise. But then again, she was fairly famous to a select audience. It didn't really matter who knew her name. Hopefully, this guy wasn't someone who knew her name before. "I'm Poppy"
"Nice to more or less meet you, Poppy. I'm Chr... Curtis!"
Wondering at his indecision, she decided not to ask. Instead, she mentioned another question, "I'm guessing you want your Xtransreciever back now?"
The answer was hesitant, "Well, yes and no. I'd love to come pick it up, but I'm really busy at work right now. Poppy, I know we don't know each other, but would it be too much to ask for you to hold on to my Xtransreciever for a while? Just until I get some time off?"
Poppy laughed, "I wouldn't mind at all"
"Thanks again! Hey, how about you give me your number so I can tell you when?"
Poppy smiled, then remembered this strange guy named Curtis couldn't see her, "Sure, Curtis"
She gave him her number, then they hung up, just as Poppy spotted Nate across the park. As the young trainer walked towards her brother, stuffing Curtis's Xtransreciever into her bag, she mentally debated whether or not to tell him and Eli about this. But when Nate held up his shiny new badge to show off, Poppy decided in a good-natured teasing way. She was sure that he'd make her give it to the lost and found, but since she had promised Curtis, she'd keep it a secret.
Nate and Eli were protective of her, both of them being a year older, though all three had started on their journey at the same time. The one thing Nate had let his little sister do without him was her acting roles. She'd been acting at Pokestar Studios for several years, and though Nate had tried out with her, he hadn't quite made it.
Now, Poppy was the star and sweetheart of the film studio, and therefore quite famous to the moviegoing society. Luckily, she'd never been recognized in public on her journey. At least, so far.
"Hey, Poppy! Look what I got!" Nate called, running up to her.
"I can see it, Nate" The girl trainer punched her brother's shoulder, nearly making him drop the Bolt Badge.
"Hey! What was that for!?"
"For being a git. Anyways, it's my turn. See you later!"
Nate stared in surprise at his adventurous sister's retreating back, rubbing his shoulder as she ran off to challenge the gym, Sandile still clinging to her shoulder.
(Time skip)
"And then Sandile evolved! Right in the middle of the battle! Isn't that great, Krokorok?" Poppy babbled, glancing between her newly-evolved pokemon and the two boys who sat on the opposite side of the campfire provided by Eli's Pignite, half-bored expressions on all of their faces.
The three had decided to camp in Lostlorn forest for the night, and had rented camping equipment, including two tents and three cots.
Just as she was about to add something, the Xtransreciever on her wrist lit up and buzzed.
"Who'd call you this late at night?" Her brother asked, looking up.
With a quick glance at the screen, Poppy paled, hoping it wasn't visible in the dim light. It was that guy.
"Uh, it's Mr. Deeoh. I have to take this, be right back!"
Ordering Krokorok to come with her, she walked down the path into the woods, stopping far enough away so that the two back at the campfire couldn't hear the call.
Poppy pressed the button to answer, but flinched when Curtis's voice came through loudly, "Hello! Is this Poppy?"
She was glad he couldn't see her, in the dark forest with her face only lit by the screen. Turning the audio down, she answered, "Yes, Curtis. It's me"
"Oh. Sorry I called so late, I just wanted to make sure that your number worked, since I only just now got off of work for the night. Isn't it annoying that we don't know what each other looks like? We couldn't recognize each other even if we passed by on the street!"
"Curtis, is that all you're calling for? I mean, it's not like I don't like you calling me, but Nate and Eli are waiting"
"Who're they?" His voice carried curiosity.
"My travel partners. Nate's my big brother and Eli's our neighbor. We're challenging the gyms. I already have four badges!"
"That's so cool! I love battling, though I will admit to not being the best at it. Oh! My colleague is calling, I have to go"
"That's okay, I need to get back to them too. Bye, Curtis!"
"Goodbye, Poppy"
The screen went dark again, and Poppy had Krokorok to thank for leading her back to the fire without tripping.
The two boys looked up as she came into the firelight.
"What did Mr. Deeoh want?" Nate was the first to ask.
His sister shook her head, "Nothing really, just got caught up in telling me the latest reviews, and his plan for a sequel. He gets carried away sometimes when he's passionate about a film, and can forget what time it is"
"Gotcha"
Poppy left the fire behind, going into the tent she had to herself. But since there was extra space, why shouldn't she use it?
The girl trainer released her three other pokemon, and made beds for them from blankets.
Krokorok, Lucario, and Eevee slept there. Servine always sleep beside her trainer. She'd done that since she was a little Snivy. Also, she didn't want to sleep with the three male pokemon.
"Goodnight, all" Poppy said, sweeping Servine up into her arms as she flopped down on the cot. Together, trainer and pokemon slept.
(time skip, a few weeks later)
"Hello! Is this Poppy?"
"Who else would it be? Hey, Curtis! What's up?"
"Actually, I'm off work today! I'd like to pick up my Xtransreciever from you! Let's meet up in front of the Ferris wheel in Nimbasa City. If you can, of course!"
"That'll be fun, of course I'll come!"
"Thanks! See you later, Poppy!"
When Curtis hung up, Poppy stood there for a few moments. Though she'd come to know him fairly well through their calls, they'd never really talked about what they looked like. How would she recognize him? And worse than that, what would she tell Nate?
She was pulled from her stupor when Eli's voice came from behind her, "Poppy? What's up?"
The girl twirled around to face the blue-haired boy, "Oh, Eli! Umm... Can... can you tell my brother I'm going somewhere? Like Pokestar Studios, maybe?" The excuse came easily. In the few years she'd been working at the studio, it had taken up enough of her time that it came to be known to her family that they should just accept it.
Luckily, Eli's red eyes shone with understanding. He could be easily counted on, when he wasn't being overprotective.
"Don't want him knowing? Don't worry. I'll cover for you, Poppy. Just be back before dark" He teased, making his friend smile.
"Thanks, Eli! And I will" She gave him one last grin before pulling out a pokeball and releasing her Crobat. She flew out of Lacunosa Town, to Nimbasa City to meet the strange boy.
As she entered the amusement park of Nimbasa, Poppy pulled her visor down to hide her eyes.
"I can't let anyone recognize me. I'm just here to meet with Curtis and give him his Xtransreciever" She commented to Crobat, who was clinging to the girl's bag.
"Cro" She said in response. Poppy had caught the female pokemon as a Golbat in the Strange House, and had, as with her other pokemon, become close friends with her.
"You're right, it would be a huge mess. I've never felt with fans on my own before. I want to have more experience with different kinds of people before I have to do that" Poppy assumed the poison-and-flying-type agreed.
As she scanned the usual crowd, the young trainer slowly made her way towards the Ferris wheel. She was trying to draw as little attention to herself as possible, and was very aware that every step drew her closer to Curtis.
There was, in fact, someone standing in front of the Ferris wheel, exactly where Curtis had promised. He had a look on his face that Poppy recognized, and could relate to. After all, it was the same one she had taught herself, the look of someone trying to avoid attention. Every few moments, his green eyes would scan the crowd, waiting for someone to appear.
He was facing away, not catching sight of her, so she took the chance.
Walking up behind him, she extended her arm and tapped his shoulder, asking, "Excuse me, are you..."
Before she could finish, the blonde boy whirled around to face her, a look of barely concealed terror in his eyes, "No! I'm not who you think!"
Poppy recoiled, surprised by the sudden outburst. Luckily, no one was looking over at them. "How do you know what I'm thinking?" She challenged, "I was just going to ask if your name is Curtis, since you're standing right where he said to meet him!"
At her words, he relaxed, seeming ashamed. "...What? You're Poppy? I am so sorry! I thought you were someone else" He let out a deep breath.
Curtis was slightly taller than Poppy, and wore a black shirt with a puffy green vest and dark pants. His sneakers were green too, and he wore a hat that was mostly black with thin blue rings and a green visor. His hair was light blond, and his eyes a brilliant green.
Those eyes lingered on hers for a long moment. Her eyes were an odd color, a blue that was so dark, it was nearly black. A color that tended to remind people of the night sky, and dreams. Like deep pools reflecting starlight.
But he shook his head, maybe trying not to think about something, and said, "Well, uh... I guess, um, nice to meet you! I'm Curtis! You were different that I imagined, I didn't expect you to be my age, so I was a little surprised..." He let out a nervous laugh.
Poppy couldn't help but smile too, his laugh was cute. "Nice to meet you face-to-face at last! I'm glad we can talk normally now"
He picked up her cue, and dropped the awkwardness, "Yeah, I agree"
When Crobat, who had been fluttering around, landed back on Poppy's bag and started rooting around inside, Poppy was reminded, "Oh! Right. Thanks, Crobat. Here's your Xtransreciever, Curtis!"
As she handed back the red and black device, it might have been her imagination, but she thought she saw his cheeks redden slightly.
"Thank you, Poppy. I'm sorry I couldn't find the time to pick it up earlier. But I really enjoyed talking with you, so maybe I was a little lucky!" He laughed again, then lifted a hand to move a lock of blonde hair from his face.
Poppy couldn't help but stand there grinning like an idiot.
"Um... If you don't mind, can I still call you sometime?" Curtis's question drew her back to the conversation.
"Of course! I'd love to keep talking with you!" She answered. She noticed that his eyes had a soft look, and he wore an easy smile, though she was certain that somehow he was as tense as she was. For that, she had no idea why.
Sure, she was afraid of being recognized as a movie star, but what could Curtis be afraid of? People? Poppy didn't think so.
"Thank Arceus. I was really afraid you might have said no! Can I ask you one more thing?"
"Sure, go ahead, Curtis"
"I called you too often, and Ma... I mean, one of my co-workers... Got really mad at me... So, Poppy, could you call me?"
"Sure, whenever I can"
"Really? Thanks... Poppy, you're really nice"
"Gee, uh, thanks..." Now the trainer knew she was blushing. She could feel the heat rushing up and reddening her face.
Thankfully, Curtis didn't comment about it, though he must have noticed. "I'm usually at work, and sometimes have trouble picking up a signal... But I'd like it if you check your Xtransreciever often, and give me a call..." He broke off for a moment, and the two stood, staring at each other until he continued with a shaky laugh, "Well, I'll be heading home! Goodbye, Poppy!"
"See ya, Curtis!"
Poppy felt flutters in her chest as she watched him go. She gathered Crobat into her arms. "Well, now we know, Crobat. He's so nice. But then again, he doesn't know who I am, so he acts normal around me. But I think he's somehow very different. Oh well, I'm sure we'll see him again soon! Let's get back before Nate comes looking for me"
Long first chapter. Don't necessarily expect the rest to be so long.