The first story of my new account. Tell me your first impressions.
Pokémon: Shadow of Five
Prologue: The Parade
Crowds of people filled the streets of Lumiose City. A man in a brown trench coat and fedora tried to make his way through the streets. Today was the day the Kalos region honored five young trainers who saved the world from Team Flare and its radical leader, Lysandre. The man in the coat tried to get to the front of the crowd but to no avail. He entered a hotel and made his way up to the roof.
When he was on the ceiling he saw the large amphitheater where the objects of the parade's honoring. He pulled out a pair of binoculars and took a look at the trainer in the center, a young boy with light blond hair and bright blue eyes. If the man's information was right, the boy's name was Yael. Odd name, but who was he to judge.
"Edison," called a voice behind the man. He looked over his shoulder and saw a woman in a red hood.
"Margret," replied the man in the coat. He went back to watching the parade. Professor Sycamore was handing Yael a medal and saying something Edison couldn't make out.
"What do you think of this new hero?" asked Margret.
"He's awfully young," answered Edison. "No more than thirteen at least. Surprised he was able to capture the legendary Yveltal."
"Remarkable indeed," said Margret as she walked up next to her friend. "Exactly the reason we need to keep an eye on him."
"Mhm. Wait." Edison took notice of a tall man walking up to Yael and his friends.
"What's going on?"
"The man is talking to Yael," explained Edison. "He's pulling out a Pokémon. I think they're going to fight."
"Well, well," said Margret with a satisfied smile. "Looks like we get more than we bargained for." The two watched and Yael and the mysterious challenger battled one another. The challenger used a Torkoal, Golurk, and Sigilyph were all easily defeated by Yael's Greninja. "Impressive," said Margret as she and Edison went back into the building.
"Hardly," remarked Edison as they entered the elevator. "That Greninja had an advantage against all three of those Pokémon." Edison pressed the button to the bottom floor.
"Still the fact that he beat them all in less than three hits each with his Greninja barely taking a scratch is something. Let's not forget he beat Team Flare almost singlehandedly, defeated the Elite Four and their Champion, oh and let's not forget, has Yveltal in his pocket. I would say that's more than enough to keep an eye on him."
"Perhaps."
"Oh, don't be naïve," scolded Margret. "We might have to set out plans back and we'll definitely need to increase our little group."
"I think the two of us could take on a kid by ourselves," said Edison.
"But what about any allies he has? Or what if the Gym Leaders or Elite four ever get on to us? Plus we need time for this whole Team Flare event to die down. Let the people become secure and lazy again."
"I suppose you have a point."
"Of course I do," said Margret content that she won their little debate. "I'm going to see if we can't find anyone to help with our cause. You in the meantime keep an eye on Yael and anyone else who poses a threat." The elevator stopped and the two stepped out and headed to the exit.
"As you wish," said Edison. They left the building and stood out front. "How much longer will it take until we make our move?"
"As long as necessary," answered Margret sounding a little annoyed. "Be patient, my friend. When the time comes, this will all have been worth it." She left Edison standing in front of the hotel as the crowd dispersed. He saw Yael and his friends making their way through the crowds shaking hands and signing autographs.
"Enjoy the peace you've wrought, young one," Edison said to himself. "The Shadows will soon be looming over Kalos."