AN: Hallo mates…sup all? Well lessee I suppose this is my er…well let's not mention what number fanfic this is alright? Good…cause to tell the truth I'm not very good at this. I'm more of an rpg-er and sparrer for those who don't know what those are…well um…ask me some other time.
As for this extremely long author's note…I am sorry…*bows*…gomen nasai, tis mostly me just rambling. Along the lines of what this story is…well I suppose…oh hell I don't really know…but it's AAMR…^^.
Also understand that this is slightly AU…there won't be much pokemon running around in this fic…sorry for all those disappointed. But this is focusing more on personal vendettas…oh crap…I think I've said too much.
Disclaimer: Dude I have no idea why we have to do this but…*sigh* it is necessary I suppose…I do NOT own anything…zip…because if I did…well let's just say I would be very happy.
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Ash~16
Msity~17
Brock~22
Tracey~20
Luin~20
Kei~17
Amy~16
Thomas~16
Christina~18
Behind Closed Doors
"25…26…27…." Ash counted softly to himself as sweat dripped off of his nose onto the ground causing a small patch of dirt to darken. Grunts of exertion could be heard coming from his mouth and a determined glint reflected in his chocolate brown eyes.
"33…34…35…almost there…just a few more." Encouraging himself Ash executed five more push ups then allowed his body to finally rest. His muscles were screaming at him trying to get through his dense skull that he shouldn't have done those last ten push ups.
Sitting up and placing his forearms on his propped up knees Ash tilted his head towards the blue sky. It was a fine morning and the sun was just beginning to peak up over the horizon. As the years had gone by Ash had matured quite well and developed into a handsome 16 year old. Finally getting that much wanted growth spurt when he was 14 Ash now stood at a respectable 5'11''. Almost surpassing his long time friend Brock's 6'2'' frame. He had also grown out of his scrawny stage and walked quite gracefully into a slender build. Never one to be called big but still Ash could hold his own.
I wonder what everyone is up to today? Training doesn't start till this afternoon so I suppose I have the morning free. But what to do? Maybe if Brock isn't busy we'll go and bum around somewhere.
"Yo Ash!"
"Speak of the devil. Hey Brocko!"
Lying flat upon his back Ash tensed his muscles then flipped himself up on his feet. Dusting his pants off and rubbing the towel over his bare chest Ash smiled that infamous lop sided smile of his.
Brock jogged up to his friend and slapped his back.
"Hey there kid--"
"Grrr, I thought I told you to quit calling me that."
Ignoring that fact that Ash had just interrupted him Brock forged on ahead.
"—me and some of the guys are headed to the beach for a few days…and guess who's coming with us?"
"Um…Chris? Or maybe Kei…no wait I bet you guys are going to drag Amy along aren't you?
Brock just grabbed Ash in a strangle hold and smiled.
"No you dense idiot…YOU. Oh yeah the rest of the gang is coming too. Just think Amy in a bikini…*drools*…."
"Don't let her hear you say that. Otherwise you'll be having problems."
Ash had slipped free quite easily. Ever since he had started training getting out of tight squeezes were no problem. But Brock and the rest only knew half of what he did. He couldn't tell them the rest. It might not sit well with them if they knew just how much he did behind closed doors.
"Yeah, yeah…that's what you say every time. So come on. You don't have work do you? Cause if you do you're taking sick leave."
"Brock…"
"I won't be taking a no for an answer Ashy-boy. So grab your gear and let's go."
"Hey wait a sec…what the hell are YOU doing up so early. It's like," glancing at his watch Ash's eyes widened, " 6:30 in the morning. You're usually not up yet ever since we stopped traveling."
"I just wanted to catch you before you snuck off again. So let's move."
Slapping Ash on the back again causing him (Ash) to smile wanly Brock began to walk back towards the house.
Ash stopped traveling several years ago and him, Brock, and several friends that they had made upon the way had decided to move into a large, old abandoned mansion and live in it. It had taken about a year and a half of hard work to get the thing livable again. But the group had fun doing it.
Sighing to himself and wondering what the Commander would think about this Ash grabbed his previously discarded shirt and made his way towards the house too. Unbeknownst to either boy a set of eyes had been watching Ash since he had first appeared at around four in the morning.
Damn…why won't that boy get his head out of the clouds and recognize what is right in front of his face. You would think he would pick up on that kind of thing…but nope he's still as dense as they come.
The light in the blue eyes seemed to diminish slightly at this thought and a sad smile slowly graced the features of a young girl. Long dark purple tresses cascaded down her back in waves and Chris ran a hand through them with a soft sigh.
"I might as well just give up…it really is pointless I suppose. I mean we live together and he still just treats me like an older sister."
The young girl got up and dusted herself off making her way slowly towards the large house that she called home and shared with the love of her life, even if he doesn't know it.
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"Guys…I grabbed military boy so it's all good."
"Wow. I'm impressed Brock."
"Yeah, who would have thought that Ash would take time out of his job to actually spend time with his flatmates."
"Luin you do know that this isn't a flat right?"
"Yes I know. But don't blame me, I'm still stuck on that British lingo I picked up."
"Well come on you slow pokes get the bags in the car. Oh and someone make sure Ash remembers to pack clean underwear!"
"Argh…AMY will you please quit that. Geez…my mother's not even here and I still get grief."
"Oh you know you love me Ash…don't even try to deny it."
Smiling at the comment Ash slide up next to Amy and placed a friendly kiss on her cheek.
"Yep, of course I do. I'm madly in love with you and want to whisk you away to a romantic getaway just to two of us."
"Oh stop it. You are such a flirt nowadays. What happened to the stuttering, stammering Ash that we all know and love?"
Smirking and striking a very pompous looking pose Ash looked down his nose at the shorter girl.
"I have no idea what you are going on about. I have always had impeccable skills when it comes to the ladies. I am dashing, debonair, and quite handsome to boot. And what pray tell is so funny ma'am?"
Unable to contain her laughter at Ash's very pathetic attempts at being arrogant Amy had fallen upon the floor with tears streaming out of her eyes.
"Ashy-boy…quit that. You're going to make me die from lack of oxygen."
"Gee Amy, it wasn't THAT funny."
Helping the poor girl up Ash gave her a one armed hug then quickly made his way up the stairs yelling down to her, "I'll be right back. I have to check in with my boss to okay t his little sojourn of yours."
Entering his room and quietly shutting the door Ash flipped open his cell phone and hit the speed dial.
"Hello sir? Yes this is Aston Satoshi Ketchum reporting in. Yes. I believe so. Well sir, the reason behind this call is…I see. Affirmative. Yes sir…understood. Thank you for your time."
Flipping the phone closed Ash's eyes narrowed slightly.
