Author's Note: Hey everyone, NC here. I rewrote the first chapter of the story, and this is it. I hope all of you enjoy it, and support my decision. It still has the same purpose, just a little more advanced. Without further adieu, here's the rewritten version of the first chapter.
Disclaimer: I do NOT own Pokémon or it's predecessors. All rights reserved to their proper owners.
WARNING: The following story is rated M for Mature due to foul language, blood and gore, and projected sexual scenes not suitable for those under the age of 18. Reader discretion is advised.
The World of Pokémon. Made up of several regions, it's a place where humans live in harmony with these creatures. There's good times, bad times, even worse times, and awkward times. Over many years, we've seen the journey of a young boy named Ash Ketchum. Now, we return to his story, as he sets out on a new journey in the World of Pokémon. However, he's confused on where he's going to!
Ash groaned as he looked at the computer, searching for flights to a region he wants to live in. Just then, his Pikachu jumped up onto his shoulder.
"Pika." It said.
"Not yet, buddy." Ash said, sighing. He then looked out the window and saw one of his old Pokémon, a Talonflame.
"Talon!" It said.
"Pikachu!" Ash's Pikachu said.
"Hey, Talonflame," Ash said, holding his arm out for it, "what brings you here?"
"Flame. Talonflame." The Pokemon said. Pikachu then typed something in and a news story popped up. Ash looked at it in shock.
"No way!" Ash said. Ash then clicked on the video and watched it.
Breaking News
"An assassination attempt was thwarted today by members of the Pokémon Regional Police Academy," the news anchor said, "and Kalos Region officials. Lead Cadet Nathan McGarrett discovered a plot to kill Kalos Queen Aria and Kalos Champion Diantha while on a mandated break in the Hoenn Region. He informed his superiors about it and all Academy Cadets were ordered to the Kalos Region as assistance, with McGarrett in the lead. Before the bust went down, we had a word with the Lead Cadet."
"I was just doing what I thought was right," he said, "and I'm saving countless lives by doing so. If anyone had a problem with it, they can let my superiors know. Now, if you'll excuse me, I've got a killer to catch."
"After just 20 minutes of being inside," the anchor said, "authorities had arrested Giovanni inside Prism Tower as he was on the business end of a Remington 700, ready to kill his targets. It's said Giovanni is the leader of a group known as Team Rocket, who have been known to steal Pokemon in order to create a Pokemon army to take over the world. The remaining members of Team Rocket are still at large, and Lead Cadet McGarrett is on their trail. We talked with the Kalos Queen and Kalos Champion shortly after they had heard about Giovanni's plot. This is what they had to say."
"I can't believe it," Aria said, "are you joking? Why would Giovanni do that?! He knows how popular I am, so why kill me?! It doesn't make sense!"
"Kill me," Diantha said, "Giovanni? Hah! He couldn't do it if he tried. He's too soft and weak to harm anyone. That's why he has his goons do it for him. He can't hurt a fly if he tried. He's all talk, no action. Harmless as a Growlithe."
"Giovanni is awaiting trial," the anchor said, "and is being held in the Kalos Penitentiary."
Ash looked at Pikachu in utter shock and disbelief.
"This actually happened?" Ash asked.
"Talonflame." The Talonflame said.
"Wow," Ash said, "this Nathan McGarrett must be as smart as Clemont to lead a bust as big as that. I need to meet him at some point." Pikachu nodded and Talonflame smiled.
'Nathan McGarrett,' Ash thought, 'I hope to meet you.' Ash then smiled and got ready for bed. Talonflame flew to him and hugged him.
"Flame. Talonflame. Flame." It said. Ash smiled and nodded.
"Maybe." Ash said. Talonflame smiled and fell asleep on a perch.
'Don't worry, Talonflame, I won't leave without you.' Ash thought. He then got in bed and fell asleep. However, Pikachu stayed up a bit later and looked up Nathan McGarrett online. He then saw what he needed and closed it out, turning in for the night. He then closed his eyes and fell asleep.
[Pokémon Regional Police Academy, The Next Day]
Nathan woke up, did his PT for the day, got a shower, then put his graduation uniform on. As of this day, Nathan is an official member of law enforcement. He set up his final speech and mentally prepared himself. Just then, he got a request from the Academy Coordinator. He went to his office and sat down.
"As I'm sure you know by now," the Coordinator said, "you're graduating top of your class. That said, there's an opportunity for you to live your father's dream. Go to whatever region you want, and form an elite law enforcement task force. It can have a name of your choosing, and this offer is only available in the next 60 minutes."
"I'll take it," Nathan said, "and I have a region of origin in mind."
"Do you now?" The Coordinator asked.
"Yes, sir," Nathan said, "I do. I'm choosing the Kalos Region. Not because of what I did over there, but because their crime rate is higher than any other region. Plus, I have a sick suspicion about something."
"I see," the Coordinator said, "and I approve. Congratulations, McGarrett." Nathan shook hands with the Coordinator and prepared for his speech, to which he added that he was going to the Kalos Region to form a task force specializing in major crimes that will cover all Pokémon regions.
[After graduation...]
Nathan is seen with his bags at the airport, waiting for his flight. He then saw a man and his Pikachu sit next to him.
"Going to Kalos?" Nathan asked.
"Thinking about it." The man said.
"Don't think," Nathan said, "you have to decide. There's only two seats left, and both are First Class."
"I'll need to contact my friends in Kalos," the man said, "let them know I'm coming."
"Do it now," Nathan said, "I'll pay for our tickets."
"Are you sure?" The man asked.
"I'm sure," Nathan said, "don't worry about me." The two then got up. Nathan went to the counter and bought the tickets while the man went to the payphone. Nathan then stood by the payphone and nodded. The man smiled and dialed two numbers. Both started ringing.
"I'm Ash," the man said, "this is my partner Pikachu."
"Pikachu!" The Pokemon said.
"Nathan McGarrett," Nathan said, "pleasure to meet you. I'll let you use the phone first, since you're on it." The two numbers then answered.
"Hello." The receivers asked.
"Hey guys," Ash said, "how've you been?"
"Ash!" One of them said.
"Is that really you?!" The other said.
"Look for yourself." Ash said. Two images then appeared. One was a girl with short, brown hair and blue eyes. The other was a boy with blond hair, blue eyes and glasses, with a blonde haired girl with him.
"Ash," the second girl said, "it really is you!"
"How've you been?" The boy asked.
"I've been great," Ash said, "I'm at the airport right now. You'll never guess who I met."
"Who?" The first girl asked. Nathan then walked into the view of the camera and the three gasped.
"Nathan McGarrett?!" The boy asked.
"Yup," Nathan said, "might I know your names?"
"I'm Bonnie," the second girl said, "this is my brother!"
"I'm Clemont," the boy said, "the Lumiose City Gym Leader."
"I'm Serena," the first girl said, "a Pokémon Performer."
"I can't wait to see all of you in person," Nathan said, "meet us at the airport. By the way, is Officer Jenny with you Clemont?"
"No," Clemont said, "but I can deliver a message."
"Tell her to meet us at the airport with a bag for me," Nathan said, "I'm going to Kalos with only my graduation uniform, and that's not enough to last me for years."
"Got it," Clemont said, "I'll get it to her."
"Thank you." Nathan said.
"We've got to go," Ash said, "I'll see you there."
"Wait," Serena said, "does that mean?!"
"Yup," Ash said, "I'm coming back to the Kalos Region, and I'm there to stay!"
Return to Kalos!
Our heroes are now on a flight to the Kalos Region, where they hope to start their journey, and Ash hopes to meet his friends again. However, a certain group is disguised as flight attendants, and are up to no good. What are they planning now?!
A group of four were hiding in a lavatory, waiting for a chance to get to work. These people were notorious Pokémon thieves known as Team Rocket, whose leader, Giovanni, was arrested by Nathan and Kalos Region officials. The group currently had Jessie, James, and two Pokémon. A talking Meowth, who still understood what other Pokémon are saying, and a Wobbuffet. The moment they saw Nathan, they knew they had to be careful.
"Drat," Jessie said, "of all the flights for him to be on, why this one?!"
"He's travelling with the twerp," James said, "probably so we don't end up taking Pikachu."
"Nah," Meowth said, "that's not it! He's on this flight because he plans on starting up a task force. He's following his father's dream."
"Wobbu Wobbu?" Wobbuffet asked.
"Not exactly," Meowth said, "you see, from what I know, his father was a high ranking member of the Kanto Region Police Force. After Nathan was born, he decided to follow his dream and start up an elite task force that covers all the Pokémon Regions. However, the boss had him and his wife, Nathan's mother, killed when Nathan was only a year old. He made it look like an accident, but the Legendary Pokémon Arceus knew the truth and helped Nathan get out before he was killed. Nathan's house blew up, and it looked like an electrical fire caused it since they had a gas stove. Nathan was devastated and started bawling his eyes out, and that got the attention of a Pokémon Trainer. That trainer saw what had happened and reported it using a Pidgey as a messenger. Within minutes, no, within SECONDS of them finding out about it, the Fire Department and Police Force had arrived on the scene. One of the Officer Jenny's in Kanto comforted Nathan and the others got to work on the fire. Afterwards, Nathan's parents were found dead, making Nathan an orphan. Child services tried to put him in a foster home, but the Officer Jenny than comforted Nathan said she'd take him in. The other Officers at the scene agreed to do the same, and Nathan was spared from the system. Ever since then, Nathan has been learning about Pokémon and Law Enforcement. When he was five, Nathan attended school in Kanto and learned how to battle with Pokémon. After his elementary school years were over, Nathan was given a test for his Trainer License. Thanks to all that studying, he passed with flying colors, becoming the first one in history to earn a perfect score. That says something! After earning his license, he was enrolled into middle school in the Johto Region, because he had to travel with his guardian. That guardian was the Jenny that took him in when he was a year old. She had been transferred to the Johto Police Force, and had enrolled Nathan into the middle school where she was assigned. After he left middle school for the day, Jenny took him to the police station she worked at, and explained the situation. Her CO (Commanding Officer) agreed to help out by watching him, and the others agreed to do the same. They helped him with his homework, taught him self-defense, they even showed him how to take care of Pokémon with different status conditions. Afterwards, he would go home with Jenny and relax with her. Once he finished middle school, he and Jenny moved to the Hoenn. Since Hoenn didn't have a high school, Nathan was taught by Jenny's colleagues for his first high school year. After that year was concluded, he and Jenny moved to Unova. Unova didn't have a high school either, so Jenny's colleagues taught his second year. After that year ended, he and Jenny moved to Kalos, where they settled. Jenny had enrolled Nathan into the high school in Lumiose City, and he completed his primary education there. He even graduated an honor student and the Class President! After he graduated, he spent four years in the military, specifically the Navy, where he reached the rank of Lieutenant Commander in their Special Forces. Due to his honorable discharge, Nathan was eligible to follow in his father's footsteps and join the Pokémon Regional Police Force. He talked with Jenny about it, and she told him to go for it. It was at this point that Nathan was studying Forensic Sciences and Psychology with the Police Force. He earned his Doctorate in all fields, including Computer Forensics, Crime Scene Technology, Forensic Pathology, Forensic Psychology, Forensic Anthropology, and Crime Scene Investigation. He then started going to the Pokémon Regional Police Academy, where he was already a highly motivated and praised Cadet due to his relation with Jenny. Not two days in, he was given the position of Lead Cadet. He kept that title throughout his time and eventually got the chance to earn some field experience. With his knowledge, he was able to solve cases within a 48-hour time limit. It was because of his quick thinking that he was able to solve the most cases. He solved separate cases, cases that were connected by a common factor, he even worked a few major cases! He solved a murder in Kalos, a kidnapping in Hoenn, he even thwarted a terrorist plot in Kanto! It's because of him keeping tabs on what cases he worked that he noticed something. Every time he worked a major case, Aria and Diantha were witnesses to it. That got him thinking that someone was trying to kill them, meaning they were in danger. He told his superiors about the suspicion, and that lead to the arrest of the boss. The reason he wanted them dead was because all the cases they were witnesses in led to a member of Team Rocket being locked up and given a harsh sentence. Some got 25 years to life, others were sentenced to death! Team Rocket was losing influence, so the boss wanted them dead. Since Nathan solved the case, he actually got the chance to lead a task force of his creation! He accepted the offer and graduated top of his class. He then decided to move to the Kalos Region with the twerp to start the task force up."
"So," Jessie said, "he's been a part of law enforcement ever since he was a little boy?"
"Pretty much," Meowth said, "there's no case he can't solve. Not even WE could escape him! He's got mad deduction skills, meaning it won't be easy getting past him. His sight is like that of a Noctowl. It's like he's got a natural Keen Eye ability. No disguise can fool him."
"Well," James said, "we can't just stay in here. The other passengers might complain."
"There's still the rear lavatory for them to use," Jessie said, "they don't always have to use the nearest one."
"It's more convenient," Meowth said, "and it's not that far a walk."
"Wobbu." Wobbuffet said, agreeing.
"Well," Jessie said, "I have an idea."
"Here we go." Meowth said.
[Meanwhile, with Ash and Nathan...]
Nathan was reading a book on Forensic Psychology and Ash was petting his Pikachu as it slept. Ash then looked over and looked at Nathan curiously.
"Forensic Psychology," Ash said, "what's that about?"
"It's something I have a hobby in." Nathan said.
"You have a hobby in a scientific study?" Ash asked.
"Not a hobby, per se," Nathan said, "just something I have an interest in. Like your interest in Pokémon."
"Huh," Ash said, "so you plan on being a Forensic Psychologist?"
"Not quite," Nathan said, "I plan on starting an elite task force that will cover all the Pokémon Regions."
"Oh," Ash said, "so this has to deal with that."
"Yeah," Nathan said, still reading, "it helps with making profiles on suspects."
"I see." Ash said. He then continued petting Pikachu as it was sleeping.
'I need to learn more about profiling,' Nathan thought, 'to make sure anyone I question tells the truth. From what I remember, it all deals with body language.' As Nathan was reading, a flight attendant approached him.
"Nathan McGarrett," the attendant said, getting his attention, "you have a phone call from Lumiose City International."
"I'll take it here." Nathan said, setting the book down. The attendant then set a laptop in front of Nathan and he answered it.
"McGarrett." Nathan said. The caller then revealed itself as his guardian.
"Hey, Nathan!" Jenny said.
"Jenny!" Nathan said, smiling.
"How have you been?" Jenny asked.
"I've been good," Nathan said, "I take it you heard."
"Indeed I did," Jenny said, "congratulations! When will you land?"
"Hopefully soon," Nathan said, "did you get my message?"
"I did," Jenny said, holding a tactical bag up, "and I'll be waiting for you at the airport. Diantha and Aria are waiting, too. They never got the chance to thank you for saving them, and they got you something to make up for it!"
"Can't wait to see it." Nathan said. Just then, a Manectric jumped into the camera's view.
"Manectric Mane!" It said, smiling.
"How could I forget you? You kept jumping up on me whenever I got home from school!" Nathan said, causing Jenny to laugh and Manetric to jump up and down.
"We'll be waiting," Jenny said, "and you need to think of a name for your task force. Also, you might want to think about Pokemon you want to get from the Professor."
"I know," Nathan said, "and I'll have my answers when I land in Lumiose City."
"Alright," Jenny said, "have a safe flight!"
"Manectric-tric!" Manectric said.
"I will," Nathan said, nodding, "McGarrett out." Nathan then hung up and the attendant took the laptop.
"I'll check with the Captain for an accurate TOA (Time of Arrival) so we can inform Lumiose City Air Control." The attendant said.
"Thank you." Nathan said. The attendant smiled looked at Nathan's thermos.
"Would you like me to get you some coffee?" The attendant asked. Nathan handed her the thermos.
"Please," Nathan said, "will you need-"
"Cinnamon Roll flavored with lots of sugar and Cinnamon Roll creamer." The attendant said, interrupting Nathan.
"Details," Nathan said, finishing, "who told you?"
"My husband works at the Academy," the attendant said, "and he told me what you like and dislike. I'll have it ready for you."
"Thank you." Nathan said. The attendant then bowed and went to get Nathan coffee. Before Nathan had a chance to return to reading, a child got his attention.
"Can I ask you something?" The kid asked.
"What is it?" Nathan asked.
"Did you ever get shot at while in the field?" The kid asked. Nathan smiled and touched the kid's head.
"It comes with the job," Nathan said, "and it's very scary. However, it's my job to protect and serve the World of Pokemon. Meaning I have to be ready to give my life for my friends, my family, my colleagues, and my Pokémon. I've been shot at, but it comes with the territory. I was in the military before going to the Police Academy, so I'm used to getting shot at. However, it still scares me. That's when I remember that I'm not alone, that others are with me. Just remember that, okay?" The kid nodded and went back to his seat. Nathan then continued reading, but got interrupted by a disguised Team Rocket. Jessie and James were flight attendants while Meowth and Wobbuffet were attending Pokémon.
"Apologies for the interruption," Jessie said, "but all Pokémon must be confined on the flight."
"If you're talking about his Pikachu," Nathan said, "it doesn't like being confined. Also, cut the act, I know it's you. You're Jessie, James, Meowth, and Wobbuffet from Team Rocket. Giovanni's your boss, and he planned on taking over the world. However, he can't really do that from a cell in Kalos Penitentiary, can he?"
"Rrrrrrgh, drat!" Jessie said. They then took off the disguises and sighed.
"Can we at least do our motto for the last time before we're booked by the Air Marshal?" James asked.
"I don't ca-" Nathan said, getting interrupted from the plane shaking.
"What's going on?!" Ash asked. The attendant from before then rushed in.
"Everyone remain calm," she said, "we've hit some turbulence. Ah!" The attendant then fell down.
"That's not turbulence," Nathan said, "the plane is being attacked!" Nathan then got up and ran to the cockpit.
"You're Nathan McGarrett, right?" The co-pilot asked.
"Yeah," Nathan said, "what's going on?"
"We keep getting attacked by something," the pilot said, "but I can't tell what it is!" The plan then got hit again.
"We can't take another hit," the co-pilot said, "this plane will crash if we do!"
"We need to warn Kalos Air Control!" The pilot said.
"What's the flight number?!" Nathan asked.
"Flight 249." The pilot said. Nathan then grabbed the spare headset and tuned it to the Air Traffic Control Tower in Lumiose City.
"Mayday, mayday," Nathan said, "this is flight 249 going to Lumiose City! We're being attacked by an unidentified object! Repeat, we're being attacked! Requesting assistance to the following coordinates!" The captain then said the coordinates from his headset.
"This is Air Traffic Control," the operator said, "we read you loud and clear!" The plane then got hit again and the engines failed.
"MAYDAY, MAYDAY," Nathan yelled, "WE'RE GOING DOWN! REPEAT, WE'RE GOING DOWN! ALL ENGINES HAVE FAILED! REPEAT, ALL ENGINES HAVE FAILED! WE'RE NOT GONNA MAKE IT!"
"WE'VE BEEN HIT CRITICALLY," the pilot said, "WE CAN'T SAVE ANYONE IN TIME!" Nathan then took the headset off and ran to the intercom mic.
"THIS IS NATHAN MCGARRETT," Nathan yelled, "THIS FLIGHT IS GOING DOWN! REPEAT, THIS FLIGHT IS GOING DOWN! BRACE FOR IMPACT!"
"I'm too young to die!" A kid said, scared. Everyone on the flight then began grabbing onto each other.
"BRACE!" Nathan yelled. It was at this point something was heard over the intercom.
"Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking," the pilot said, "we're beginning our final descent into Lumiose City at this time! We have enough power left to make it, even though we have catastrophic engine failure on all engines. I ask that all of you return to your seats and fasten your seat belts, except Nathan McGarrett, Ash Ketchum, and Team Rocket. They'll have to assist us in making sure all of you are safe."
"You heard the man," Nathan said, "MOVE IT!" Ash, his Pikachu, and Team Rocket then got ready to help Nathan with whatever he needed.
"What can we do to help?" Ash asked.
"You can start by looking for a way to slow us down," the pilot said, "we'll probably explode on impact!"
"I need to make a call!" Nathan said.
"Use my phone," the co-pilot said, "we're high enough for us to get a good signal." Nathan then dialed a number and Jenny picked up.
"Nathan," Jenny said, "didn't expect you to call."
"No time for casual talk," Nathan said, "this is an emergency! The plane was attacked by something, and we don't know what it was! All the engines failed and we're decreasing altitude fast into Lumiose City International! At this point, the plane will explode on impact! Find any reinforcements you can and find a way to slow the plane down so it doesn't explode!"
"Right," Jenny said, panicked and worried, "I'm on it!"
"Don't worry about me," Nathan said, sincerely, "I'll be fine, Jenny! McGarrett out!" Nathan then hung up and gave the phone back to the co-pilot.
[Meanwhile, at Lumiose City International Airport...]
Officer Jenny was rushing to the announcement system, when she saw Ash's friends.
"Serena, Clemont, Bonnie!" She said. They saw her and looked shocked.
"Officer Jenny?!" Clemont asked.
"What are you doing here?!" Serena asked.
"No time," Jenny said, "the flight Nathan and Ash are on is in trouble! It was attacked and the engines have failed! It's descending at an alarming rate to the point where it might explode on impact! I need the help of any trainer in Lumiose City, no, any trainer in KALOS to help save the people on that flight!"
"Oh, no, Ash!" Serena said, panicked and worried.
"We have to slow that plane down!" Clemont said. Aria and Diantha then walked in and Bonnie looked at them.
"Aria, Diantha," Bonnie said, getting their attention, "there's an emergency involving the flight Ash and Nathan are on!"
"What?!" Aria asked, shocked, panicked, and worried.
"What's happened?!" Diantha asked, being in the same state as Aria.
"It was attacked by an unknown object," Clemont said, "and its engines have failed!"
"It's descending so fast it will explode on impact!" Serena said.
"We need to find a way to slow it down so everyone on the flight survives!" Jenny said.
"I know what to do." Diantha said, pulling out her phone.
"What's she going to do?" Clemont asked. She then pressed her camera button and switched it to a live broadcast all over Lumiose City.
"Attention citizens of Lumiose City," Diantha said, "this is an emergency situation. Flight 249 from the Kanto Region has been attacked and is descending at a rate so fast, it will explode on impact. I request all trainers report to the tarmac at Lumiose City International Airport immediately. This is a team effort, and we need to help them. As your Champion, this is something we must do working together. Please help save these people!" Aria then went into the camera's view.
"If possible," she said, "all Police, Fire, and EMS Services report as well! It has been confirmed that Nathan McGarrett is on that flight, and all will require immediate medical aid!"
"PLEASE HURRY!" Diantha and Aria yelled, simultaneously.
"Of course," Serena said, "they used a live broadcast to get help!"
"Let's get to the tarmac!" Jenny said.
"Right!" The others said. They all then ran to the tarmac and Clemont knew what to do.
"Luxray," Clemont said, holding a Poké Ball, "get out here and use your special eyesight to help us look for the plane!" Clemont then threw the Poké Ball and a Luxray came out.
"LUXRAY!" It yelled. Its eyes then turned white and it started looking around until it saw the plane. It pointed in the direction the plane would be coming from and Clemont smiled.
"Thanks, Luxray!" Clemont said. Jenny then pulled out a radio.
"This is Officer Jenny to Lumiose City Air Traffic Control," she said, "you need to keep Runway 3 free and clear of all flights! There's a plane coming in hot!"
"Solid copy!" The operator said.
"Everyone," Serena said, holding her Poké Balls, "come on out, quick!" They all came out and knew the situation.
"Bunnelby and Chespin," Clemont said, "you, too!" Clemont then threw two more Poké Balls and a Bunnelby and Chespin stood next to Luxray, worried.
"Gardevoir," Diantha said, "come on out!" Diantha threw her Poké Ball and a Gardevoir came out, worried about those on the flight.
"Delphox, Aromatisse, Vivillon," Aria said, "help us out!" Aria then threw her Poké Balls and her Pokémon came out, as worried as her. Just then, Professor Sycamore came up to them with his Garchomp and Ash's Kalos Team.
"Professor Sycamore!" Bonnie said.
"I heard from the broadcast," the Professor said, "do you know where the flight is?"
"It's going to land on Runway 3," Clemont said, "and a full flight of passengers are on board."
"We can't call now," Jenny said, "it might interfere with the pilot's headset." Just then, several police cars, fire trucks, and ambulances had shown up to help, along with a bunch of trainers. Among them were Meyer, Clemont and Bonnie's dad, Alexa, a Pokémon Journalist, Viola, the Santalune City Gym Leader, Gurrkin, the Mega Evolution Guru, Korrina, the Shalour City Gym Leader, and Serena's mother, a professional Ryhorn Racer. They all then approached and kept clear of the runway as the flight was almost in view.
"We have to improvise!" Diantha said. Just then, a Dedenne jumped out of Bonnie's bag and ran to Chespin, worried.
"Dedenne," Bonnie said, "you're worried about Ash, aren't you?"
"Wait," Professor Sycamore said, "Ash is on that flight?!"
"He is," Jenny said, "him and Nathan are both on there with Team Rocket! They didn't cause it to lose the engines, but they were still on that flight!" Just then, a Zygarde core jumped out of Bonnie's bag.
"Squishy!" Bonnie said. Squishy then closed its eye and sent a transmission to Nathan, hoping he would receive it.
'Nathan McGarrett,' Squishy thought, 'can you read me?! Respond!'
[Meanwhile, on the flight...]
Nathan, Ash, Ash's Pikachu, and Team Rocket were trying to find a way to lessen the damage taken to the plane and still save the passengers.
"Argh," Jessie said, "I can't think of anything!"
"This is too much pressure!" James said.
"Just focus," Ash said, "we can't give up until it's over!" Just then, Nathan heard something in his head.
'Nathan McGarrett,' he heard, 'can you read me?! Respond!'
'Who is this? Are you the one who attacked the plane?!' Nathan thought.
'Think nothing of the sort,' the voice said, 'I'm with Serena, Bonnie, Clemont, Officer Jenny, Aria, Diantha, and Professor Sycamore. I know your predicament, and I think I can help. However, you have to trust me completely.'
'How do I know you're not leading us to our deaths?' Nathan thought.
'Because I traveled with Ash as he made his journey to the Kalos League while he was on his way to Snowbelle City,' the voice said, 'Bonnie gave me the name Squishy due to the state I'm in right now. In reality, I'm a Zygarde core. You must trust me, I mean no harm.'
Kalos News Network
Breaking news from Lumiose City, a flight from the Kanto Region is on an early final descent to Lumiose City International at alarming speeds. Among those on the flight are Ash Ketchum from Pallet Town in the Kanto Region, who's moving here, and Nathan McGarrett, a graduate from the Pokémon Regional Police Academy. An Emergency Action Message has been sent to several military bases for immediate assistance, as Nathan is a former military member. Nathan was in the Pokemon Regional Navy Special Forces, as the Lieutenant Commander of Team Seven, one of the most elite teams known throughout the World of Pokémon. Trainers from all over have gathered to assist the rescue effort. We'll know more as the effort continues.
Nathan looked around trying to determine the damage of the engines.
'I can't determine the total damage of the plane's engines,' Nathan thought, still talking to Squishy, 'see if you can assess the damage from your end.'
'I'll try,' Squishy said, 'but no promises.'
"Listen up," Nathan said, "I don't know how, but I was able to communicate with a Zygarde core that Bonnie named Squishy. He said he's trying to help, and that I have to trust him completely."
"No way!" Team Rocket said.
"For real?!" Ash asked.
"Yeah," Nathan said, "and since we can't determine the total damage to the plane's engines, I asked Squishy to see if it can determine the damage from his end."
"Let's hope he comes through." Ash said.
[Meanwhile, on the tarmac...]
Squishy opened his eye and warbled something to Luxray and the others. They did so and Manectric spotted something.
"Tric! Manectric-tric! Manectric!" Manectric said.
"Ray Luxray!" Luxray said.
"Huh?" Clemont asked.
"Wait," Jenny said, "get some binoculars for me!" One of the other officers got a pair of binoculars for Jenny.
"Why do you need those?" Bonnie asked. Jenny then looked closely at the plane's engines and and saw flames coming from the front.
"The engines are going to explode before the plane lands," Jenny said, panicked, "we need long distance Water-types!" Just then, a Blastoise jumped up and its trainer followed it.
"Sorry I'm so late," the trainer said, getting Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie's attention, "I had to find the rest of my Water-types."
"Tierno!" Serena and Bonnie exclaimed.
"You made it just in time," Clemont said, "we need some serious Water-type help! The engines on that plane are gonna explode!"
"Say no more," Tierno said, "Blastoise, use Hydro Pump on those engines!"
"Blastoise! BLASTOISE!" Blastoise yelled, sending a powerful stream of water to the engines.
"They're gonna feel that!" Tierno said.
[Meanwhile, on the flight...]
Nathan was waiting for something to be said, when he saw a stream of water being sent to the engines.
"EVERYONE BRACE!" Nathan yelled.
"Batten yourselves!" James said. As everyone braced, the stream hit the engines and the flames were doused on them.
'I don't know what he did,' Nathan thought, 'but Squishy helped us.' Meowth then looked out a window in the Economy Class and saw the flames on the engines gone, but the rotors still stationary.
"The flames are out," it said, "but the rotors are still dead!"
'Nathan,' Squishy said, 'do you read?'
'Yeah,' Nathan said, 'I read you. I don't know what you did, but the flames are out. The rotors are still dead, so we have to focus on getting them working again or doing an in-flight repair job. Neither are good options. See if you can soften the runway for us without damaging the landing gear.'
'You're still going to use the landing gear after the engines have failed?!' Squishy asked, shocked.
'I know what I'm doing,' Nathan thought, 'just trust me on this. I'm trusting you, you have to trust me. With the engines dead, the plane can't stabilize itself using them. The landing gear will still work, because it works on a separate system. I might be able to get the pilot to manually lower the landing gear from the cockpit. When you see landing gear in full view, find a way to get the flight to 140 KIAS (Knots-Indicated Air Speed) and get the rear fins to 30 degrees downward with the power at 60 percent N1. This should hold the airspeed with a good descent angle towards the runway. Do you understand?'
'I understand,' Squishy said, 'good luck.' Nathan then ran into the cockpit the pilot looked at him.
"Main power is down," he said, "switching to manual landing gear release!"
"I was just about to tell you to do that," Nathan said, "wait for my signal."
"Just say when." The co-pilot said. Nathan then waited for the right point and saw the perfect opportunity.
"NOW!" Nathan yelled. The pilot then manually released the landing gear.
'I see the landing gear in full view,' Squishy said, 'standby!'
[Meanwhile, on the tarmac...]
Squishy warbled and a Slurpuff showed up, followed by its trainer.
"I can't turn down a request from the Kalos Queen," the trainer said, "Slurpuff, use Cotton Spore!"
"Surskit," Viola said, "get out here and use Sticky Web!" Viola then threw a Poké Ball and a Surskit came out. Both Pokémon did what their trainers told them to do, but it wasn't enough.
"Ah!" The trainer said.
"No good!" Viola said. Just then, two Pokemon flew above them at the speed of fighter jets. It was Latios and Latias, the Legendary Eon Duo.
"No way," Clemont said, "that's Latios and Latias!"
"Amazing!" Professor Sycamore said. They got to the flight and helped it get the wing fins on both sides to 30 degrees downward. Squishy closed its eye and started transmitting.
'Latios, Latias,' Squishy transmitted, 'thank you for helping.'
'No problem,' Latios said, responding, 'but the plane is going at over 250 KIAS. We need to slow that plane down somehow!' No sooner did Latios say that, several vines appeared around the plane's wings. They belonged to a horde of Chestnaught, with their military trainers. The Chestnaught then pulled back and got the plane to 140 KIAS. Latios and Latias then got the power at 60 percent N1 and the plane was lowered.
'We just need to find a way to slow it down after it lands!' Latias said. Serena then smiled and knew what to do.
"Pancham," Serena said, "get ready. You're up next."
"Pancham Pan!" Pancham said, pumped up.
'Get ready,' Latios said, 'this flight is coming in for a landing.'
[Meanwhile, on the flight...]
Nathan couldn't believe it. The Legendary Eon Duo, Latios and Latias, were helping get the flight to land safely!
"Holy shit!" Meowth said.
"Latios and Latias!" Ash said.
"Pika!" Pikachu said. Latias smiled and nodded. Nathan then grabbed the intercom mic.
"Ladies and gentlemen," Nathan said, "to your left and right you will see the vines of several Chestnaught along with the Legendary Eon Duo, Latios and Latias. We are making our final approach at this time. Please turn all chairs to the upright position and turn off all electronic devices. We're almost there." The co-pilot then nodded to Nathan and he stood near the door. The moment the plane landed, Nathan opened the door and saw all the trainers.
"Nathan," Ash said, "what are you doing?!"
"Just trust me, Ash," Nathan said, "I know what I'm doing!"
"I hope so!" Ash said.
"LISTEN UP," Nathan yelled, "YOU NEED TO STOP THE REAR LANDING GEAR SOMEHOW! JUST DON'T DAMAGE IT!"
"You heard him," Clemont said, "Chespin, use Vine Whip and wrap it around the rear landing gear!"
"Chespin!" Chespin said.
"Ivysaur," a trainer said, "help them out!"
"You, too, Venisaur!" Another trainer said. Two Poké Balls were then thrown and the Pokemon listened to their trainers.
"IT'S NOT ENOUGH!" Nathan yelled.
"LEAVE IT TO ME, NATHAN," Serena yelled, "PANCHAM, USE STONE EDGE AND MAKE A BARRICADE FOR THE PLANE TO STOP AT!"
"Pancham!" Pancham said, making the barricade.
"TURN THE PLANE TO THE LEFT SO IT CAN GO RIGHT!" Nathan yelled. The Pokémon listened to the command with Latios and Latias helping.
"HEADS UP," Serena yelled, "THE BARRICADE IS UP AHEAD!" Nathan looked at Pancham and knew what to say.
"MAKE MORE BARRICADES TO STOP THE PLANE!" Nathan yelled. Pancham listened and created more barricades.
"PLAN B IS ALL SET!" Serena yelled.
"ALRIGHT," Nathan yelled, looking at the Grass-types with their vines on the rear landing gear, "PULL BACK TO SLOW IT DOWN AND STOP IT!" They listened to the command and the Eon Duo helped out as well.
'Hang in there, Nathan,' Jenny thought, 'you're doing great.'
"STAY STRONG," Nathan yelled, "THE PLANE'S SLOWING DOWN!" That's when Viola had an idea.
"SURSKIT," Viola yelled, "USE ICE BEAM ON THE FRONT LANDING GEAR AND STOP THE PLANE BEFORE IT HITS THE BARRICADE!"
"Surskit!" Surskit said. It then used Ice Beam and the plane stopped before the nose hit the barricade. Nathan sighed in relief and the authorities brought the steps over, causing everyone on the tarmac to cheer.
"We did it!" Serena said.
"Pancham!" Pancham said.
"Chespin!" Chespin said.
"Alright!" Clemont said.
"Hurray!" Bonnie cheered. Squishy warbled happily.
"Never again will this happen." Jenny said.
"What attacked the plane in the first place?" Diantha asked. Jenny looked and nearly punched the plane. The military then saw the look on Jenny's face and tensed up.
"Which one of you is responsible for this?" Jenny asked.
"We already have the one responsible in custody," a Military Police Sergeant said, "we'll also pay for any damages to the flight. It was our fault." Nathan then walked down the steps with Ash and Team Rocket in tow.
"Go ahead," Nathan said, looking at Team Rocket, "say it."
"Prepare for trouble," Jessie said, "you have our gratitude."
"Since we're getting locked up," James said, "we won't give attitude!"
"To protect the world from devastation." Jessie said.
"To unite all peoples within our nation." James said.
"To denounce the evils of truth and love." Jessie said.
"To extend our reach to the stars above!" James said.
"Jessie!" Jessie said.
"James." James said.
"Team Rocket blasts off at the speed of light." Jessie said.
"We've surrendered now," James said, "so there's no need to fight!"
"Meowth," Meowth said, "that's right!"
"Wobbuffet." Wobbuffet said.
"That's the last time you'll hear that for awhile," Nathan said, "get used to it." (Author's Note: Fourth wall break intentional.) Officers then came up and took Team Rocket into custody. After they left, Aria and Diantha came up to Nathan and hugged him gently.
"We're so glad you're safe." Diantha said.
"I hear you both have something for me." Nathan said. Aria smiled and held out a box.
"That's for protecting me during my performances." Aria said. Nathan opened it and saw a Holocaster.
"No way!" Nathan said.
"That way," Aria said, "you won't always have to use a payphone."
"Thanks, Aria." Nathan said. Diantha then held out a heavy, winter jacket.
"For making sure I stayed safe during my battles." She said, giving it to Nathan.
"Awesome," Nathan said, "and it splits into two jackets!"
"Finally," Aria said, "from both of us."
"For saving our lives from Giovanni," Diantha said, "and for thwarting other attempts." The two then held out a pair of sunglasses, which Nathan took.
"One liner shades with 64mm poly-carbonate lenses," Nathan said, "awesome! I've been looking for a pair of these!"
"We know," Aria said, "that's why we got them for you."
"Thank you." Nathan said. Professor Sycamore then walked up to Nathan and smiled.
"Welcome back." He said.
"Thanks, Professor." Nathan said. Professor Sycamore then looked at Ash and nodded.
"You're old Kalos team is ready for you," he said, "including Greninja."
"Thanks, Professor," Ash said, "you're the best."
"I also understand that you'll be needing a Pokémon as well, Nathan?" Professor Sycamore asked.
"That's right," Nathan said, "I'll be needing it."
"Perhaps I can help with that," Professor Sycamore said, "which means you'll be needing this." He then handed Nathan a Pokédex.
"Nice," Nathan said, "a Pokédex. This has all the current information, right? Including Mega Evolution?"
"That's right," Professor Sycamore said, "try it out on Serena's Braixen." Nathan then pointed the Pokédex towards Braixen and it turned on, showing Braixen on the screen.
"Braixen," the Pokédex said, "the Fox Pokémon, and the evolved form of Fennekin. Braixen uses friction to ignite the twig from its tail before a battle."
"Nice!" Nathan said. Just then, three other Pokémon stepped up.
"These are the three starter Pokémon you can choose from," Professor Sycamore said, "try using your Pokédex to see what each one does."
"Alright," Nathan said, "let's start with you." He then pointed the Pokédex at a Fennekin.
"Fennekin," the Pokédex said, "the Fox Pokémon. Fennekin expels air that can reach nearly 400 degrees. It likes to snack on twigs."
"Alright," Nathan said, "next up." He then pointed the Pokédex at a Chespin.
"Chespin," the Pokédex said, "the Spiny Nut Pokémon. Chespin can flex the soft spikes on its head, making them so stiff and sharp, they can even pierce through stone."
"Interesting," Nathan said, "last one." He then pointed the Pokédex at a Froakie.
"Froakie," the Pokédex said, "the Bubble Frog Pokémon. From it's chest and back, Froakie creates bubbles called Frubbles, which act as a cushion and soften the blow of an opponent's attack."
"Alright," Nathan said, "this will be useful."
"Now then," Professor Sycamore said, "chose your Pokémon." Nathan looked at the three and saw a look of admiration in the Froakie's eyes. He saw the same look in Fennekin's eyes.
'This is difficult,' Nathan thought, 'which one do I chose? I never had time to think about it!' Just then, a two Poké Balls were rolled to him.
"Fro." The Froakie said.
"Fenn." The Fennekin said.
'Did they... choose me?' Nathan thought.
"I know how you both feel," Professor Sycamore said, "and I know you're a couple. However, only one of you can go with him."
"It's fine," Nathan said, "I'll take both of them. They chose me, and they don't want to be apart. I won't force them. Either I have both, or I'll catch a starter myself. Don't think I won't." Diantha and Aria knew Nathan was sincere, and the Professor caught on as well. He smiled and nodded.
"I respect your decision," Professor Sycamore said, "and I'll let you take them both. Would you like to give them a nickname?" Nathan then picked up Froakie's Poké Ball.
"How does Kakashi sound for you?" He asked.
"Froakie!" Froakie said, pressing the button on the Poké Ball and letting himself get caught. Nathan then picked up Fennekin's Poké Ball.
"How about Serenity for you?" Nathan asked.
"Fennekin!" Fennekin said, doing the same thing as Kakashi. Nathan smiled and placed them on his belt. Jenny then snapped her fingers.
"That's right," Jenny said, "I'll need to take you clothes shopping!"
"Allow me to help," Aria said, "I know the best store in Lumiose City."
"I want to help, too!" Serena said.
"Me, too!" Bonnie said. Nathan smiled and nodded to them. Just then, Manectric nudged Nathan and he smiled. He knelt down and pet Manectric.
"I know, Manectric." Nathan said. Manectric then smiled and nodded.
'Come to think of it,' Nathan thought, 'I don't know much about Manectric. Time to use the Pokédex.' Nathan then pulled out his Pokédex and pointed it at Manectric.
"Manectric," the Pokédex said, "the Discharge Pokémon. Manectric collects strong energy from the air, creating a thundercloud above its head. Its mane gives off a strong electric current."
"Cool," Nathan said, "wait, what?! Hey, Jenny! Manectric can Mega Evolve!"
"What?!" She asked, shocked.
"Yup," Nathan said, "it's all here. The Mega Stone required for him to Mega Evolve is Manectite."
"Amazing!" Serena said.
"I had no idea that Manectric could Mega Evolve!" Clemont said.
"I did," Bonnie said, "I saw it before! A Manectric Mega Evolved right in front of my eyes!"
"She was actually the one to tell me that Manectric could Mega Evolve." Professor Sycamore said.
"Awesome!" Clemont said.
"That's just Bonnie being Bonnie." Ash said.
"Yup." Serena said. Latios and Latias then landed in front of Nathan.
'I wonder what the Pokédex has to say about them.' Nathan thought. He then pointed his Pokédex at Latios.
"Latios," the Pokédex said, "the Eon Pokémon. Latios is highly intelligent and can fly faster than a jet by tucking in its wings."
"Wow," Nathan said, "and you can Mega Evolve! Very interesting indeed. Now, for your sister." He then pointed his Pokédex at Latias.
"No data." The Pokédex said.
"Huh," Nathan said, "that's bullshit! The only thing it says about Latias is that it can Mega Evolve!"
"Looks like the Professor in Hoenn needs to do his research better." Professor Sycamore said.
"Damn right!" Nathan said.
"Anyways," Ash said, "come on! We've got some shopping to do!" Latias then forced Nathan on her back and Latios shook his head.
"All she's doing is giving me a lift there," Nathan said, "then you can leave. Unless, you wanted to give me a lift there and she beat you to it." Latias looked at Nathan and smiled. Latios looked at me and smiled, nodding to his sister. The two then started to fly high, but Bonnie stopped them.
"Think I can get a ride," she asked, "please?" Latias smiled and nodded.
"Please be careful!" Clemont said.
"I'll be fine," Bonnie said, "I've got Nathan to hold onto me." Latios smiled and motioned for Ash and Serena to get on him.
"Really?" Ash asked. Latios nodded and Ash climbed on top of him, holding a hand out to Serena.
"I'm not sure." Serena said, nervous.
"Don't worry," Ash said, "I'll be holding onto you to make sure you don't fall. Even if you do fall, I'll have either Talonflame or Noivern catch you and bring you back. I'd do the same with if Bonnie falls, too. Come on, it'll feel amazing!" Serena smiled and blushed a bit.
"O-Okay." She said, taking Ash's hand. Ash helped her up and held onto her as Latios got ready. Latias was ready as well. The two then took off with their passengers and smiled. Nathan was smiling as he looked below, making sure Bonnie stayed on. Bonnie was doing the same thing and enjoying it.
"Wow," Bonnie said, "I can see my house from here!"
'Cliche much?' Nathan and Latias thought simultaneously, causing them to look at each other. Nathan smiled and Latias nodded. Serena and Ash were looking at all the different Pokémon there were.
"Wow," Ash said, "a Pelliper!"
"Pidgeot and Fearow, too!" Serena said. They kept admiring all of the Flying-types they saw, but one caught their attention.
'Wow!' Ash thought.
'Amazing!' Serena thought.
"Togekiss!" Ash and Serena said, simultaneously. They looked at each other and smiled. Just then, a Pidgey had flown into Serena, causing her to fall on top of Ash. Latios looked at them, worried. That worry soon went away and he smiled. Ash had caught Serena in time, but they were in an awkward position. Ash was holding Serena tightly, but his face was in Serena's cleavage. After helping Serena back up, Ash was blushing like mad. Serena was the same way.
"I-I'm sorry about that, Serena." Ash said.
"I-It's fine, Ash," Serena said, "I was... kinda expecting that to happen." A strong wind gust then sparked up. Serena almost fell off, but Ash held on to her. The gust kept going and Serena was slipping.
"Serena," Ash said, "I can't keep a grip!"
"Ash," Serena said, blushing madly, "you'll have to grab onto my boobs to make sure I stay put!" Ash blushed madly.
"B-But I-" Ash said.
"Just do it, Ash!" Serena said, interrupting him. Ash then quickly grabbed Serena's boobs to keep her on Latios. After the gust died down, Ash held Serena normally.
'First Ash stops me from falling by catching me, but his face lands in my cleavage. Then he has to grab my boobs just to keep me from falling. What is going on?' Serena thought. A strong gust kicked up again and Ash grabbed Serena's boobs to keep her on, both blushing madly.
'This is the second time I've had to do this,' Ash thought, 'if I have to do it again, I'm liable to get either slapped or punched.' Nathan was holding on to Bonnie and keeping her on Latias.
"Are we gonna be alright?!" Bonnie asked.
"We should," Nathan said, "just stay calm!"
'Hold on tight!' Latias said, talking to Nathan. Nathan nodded and Latias looked at Latios.
"Hang on tight, Ash!" Serena said, knowing what was about to happen. Ash held on and Latios nodded. Serena then saw the store and pointed to it.
"Take us down there!" Ash said. Latios and Latias nodded and started flying down to the store. Once they landed, Ash, Serena, Nathan, and Bonnie got off of them just as Jenny and the others were arriving.
"How was it, Bonnie?" Clemont asked.
"It was amazing," Bonnie said, "and fun! I saw all types of Pokémon!"
"She had fun," Nathan said, "as you can tell."
"So," Aria said, looking at Serena, "you and Ash have fun?"
"You could say that," Serena said, "but I don't want to talk about it in public."
"Come on," Aria said, "tell us!"
"Not here!" Serena said.
"I have to agree," Ash said, "it wouldn't sound too good."
"Fine," Aria said, "but you're telling us everything when we get to Prism Tower."
"I don't Clembot would want to hear it either!" Serena said, panicked.
"Why are you acting like thi-" Aria asked.
"Just drop it!" Ash and Serena said, simultaneously.
"Anyways," Diantha said, "let's get Nathan some new clothes." They all nodded and entered the store. The manager saw them and approached them.
"Welcome," she said, "how may I help you?"
"I'm wanting to get my friend here some new clothes," Aria said, motioning to Nathan, "and I'll pay for everything."
"What about them?" The manager asked, talking about Ash and the others.
"They're just here for moral support," Aria said, "he's only got what he's wearing right now. He just graduated from the Pokémon Regional Police Academy, and he just arrived in the Kalos Region."
"Oh," the manager said, "I see. Follow me, sir." Nathan then followed the manager to the dressing room, but he stopped outside and opened his expandable baton.
"Don't move." Nathan said. He then used the baton to reveal a trip wire and moved the manager back. He then saw where it led and saw a bomb. He pulled out a knife and disarmed it.
"Why do you have that?!" The manager asked, shocked.
"Rule nine," Nathan said, "never go anywhere without a knife." Nathan then put the knife away and closed the expandable baton.
"I see why he's your friend," the manager said, "take a look around, sir." Nathan nodded and saw a few things he liked. He then grabbed them and went into a dressing room. He changed into one of the outfits and stepped out.
"Whoa," Diantha said, "now THAT'S an outfit!"
"Looking good," Jenny said, "I can live with it!"
"This is just one of them," Nathan said, "I picked out a formal suit."
"Well then," Jenny said, "I say we buy both."
"Alright," the manager said, "I'll send the bill to your account, Aria."
"Thank you." Aria said.
"By the way," the manager said, "I saw that his last name is McGarrett. Is he by any chance Nathan McGarrett?"
"I am." Nathan said.
"I hear you plan on starting a task force," the manager said, "what will you call it?" Nathan put on his sunglasses and looked at the manager.
"Five-0." Nathan said.
[Cue 'We Don't Get Fooled Again (CSI: Miami Intro)' by The Who!]
The manager smiled and Nathan walked out with Aria and the others. Jenny smiled and nodded.
"I'll get a badge made up for it," she said, "see you later."
"Make sure you get a wallet for it, too." Nathan said.
"Need me to make an ID?" Jenny asked.
"Not necessary." Nathan said.
"Alright." Jenny said. She then drove off.
"Prism Tower next?" Nathan asked.
"Yup." Clemont said. Just then a car pulled up and the back window rolled down. An aged woman wearing shades was sitting there.
"Palermo!" Aria and Serena said. Palermo smiled.
"Good to know I'm at the right place," she said, "get in, all of you." Everyone then got in and Nathan closed the door.
"I'll ride in the front." Nathan said. He then got in the front passenger seat and put his seat belt on.
"I take it the back is full." The driver said.
"I'm a cop," Nathan said, "I don't sit in the back." The driver then drove to Prism Tower. When they arrived, Nathan saw Jenny there with Manectric. He smiled and nodded to the driver. The driver then stopped and everyone got out. Jenny walked up to Nathan gave him a wallet. He opened it and saw a badge that he was proud of.
"You'll need to get an ID made for it," Jenny said, "but that can be handled here."
"Where's the other one?" Nathan asked. Jenny smiled and gave Nathan the second badge, which was in a badge holder.
"Nice," Ash said, "it even has a chain for when you don't want to wear it on your belt."
"Talk about convenience." Clemont said.
"That's not the only thing to talk about." Bonnie said, pointing to something behind Jenny's back.
"I wanted to get you a little something," Jenny said, "but I wasn't sure what to get. So, I just looked through your Academy Record and saw that you were the first to be qualified to use firearms. So, I got you this." Jenny then held out a Beretta 92 and two holsters for it. Nathan grabbed the hip holster and placed it on him. He then grabbed the Beretta and placed it inside the holster. He put the badge next to his holster and turned to face his friends.
"Wow!" Diantha said.
"Looking good, Nathan!" Serena said.
"I'd want him protecting me any day if he was like that." Clemont said.
"You had to stroke his ego, didn't you?" Bonnie asked.
"What are you talking about? I have no ego." Nathan said. Ash smiled and Aria hugged Nathan.
"Congratulations, Nathan." She said.
"Don't tell me that just yet," Nathan said, "I still need the ID made for my wallet. Not to mention my Trainer License, my Concealed Weapons Carry Permit, and my Driver's License."
"I'll have all of those set in a few," Clemont said, "all I need is a picture."
"Wait," Palermo said, "he needs a haircut."
"I can't afford a haircut." Nathan said.
"I'll pay for it," Palermo said, "get in. We'll be back." Nathan got back into the car and the driver drove to the salon. When they got there, Nathan took his gun off and set it inside the car.
"Can't have a gun in a public place without a permit." Nathan said. Palermo smiled and walked with Nathan inside.
"Welcome," a stylist said, "how may I help you?"
"This gentleman is starting an elite law enforcement task force," Palermo said, "and he needs a haircut before his ID photo."
"I'm guessing a flat top, right?" The stylist asked.
"Correct." Nathan said.
"Alright," the stylist said, "who's paying."
"I am," Palermo said, "how much in advance?" The stylist then gave the price in advance and Palermo paid it. Nathan then followed the stylist and sat down in a chair. The stylist then got to work.
"You know," the stylist said, "I've never understood why cops risk their lives for others. Do you know?"
"So others can live their lives," Nathan said, "and because it's what we're trained to do."
"I see." The stylist said. When she was finished, Nathan looked much better. Palermo bid the stylist good day and they went back to Prism Tower. When they got back, Nathan smiled as he got out.
"Whoa," Aria said, "look out!"
"The new and improved Nathan McGarrett," Diantha said, "now THAT'S how you do it!" Nathan smiled and walked in. It was time for his photo.
[Several hours later...]
Nathan was standing before the others with his proper credentials and he put them in his wallet.
"So," Ash said, "what rank did you choose?"
"The only rank I had to turn down," Nathan said, showing his ID, "Commander." They all smiled and minutes later, they were having a party. Everyone had different drinks, but there was no alcohol.
"A toast," Clemont said, raising his drink, "to the one man who kept his cool all day today, and the one man who has been said to have a natural Keen Eye ability. To Nathan McGarrett, Commander of the Five-0 Task Force!"
"To Nathan!" Ash said.
"To Nathan!" The others cheered. Nathan smiled and nodded. When night came, Nathan was on the couch, getting ready to sleep, when Squishy hopped up next to him.
'Can you understand what I'm saying?' Squishy thought.
"If you're asking if I can read your thoughts," Nathan said, "the answer is yes. Now then, can I please get some sleep?"
'I was told to escort you to your room for the night.' Squishy thought. Nathan got up and followed Squishy to a spare bedroom where he took his clothes off and got in bed. Squishy then left and his Pokémon came out of their Poke Balls, getting into bed with Nathan.
"Night, you two." Nathan said, yawning. Kakashi and Serenity yawned.
'Goodnight, Nathan.' They thought, simultaneously. The three of them then went to sleep.
After a tough day, our heroes are getting some well deserved rest. No matter what challenges await them, they'll pull through. What will happen to our heroes now that Nathan has his own task force, and what will Nathan do after just starting it up? The answers to all that and more will be revealed as the journey continues!
Ash and Serena had to share a room, and Ash took the couch.
"Ash wait," Serena said, "maybe it would be better if we shared the bed?" Ash then got a look on his face and walked over to Serena.
"Serena," Ash said, "there's something I need to tell you."
"What is it?" Serena asked. Ash then blushed a bit, but kept on strong.
"Serena," Ash said, "I... I have a crush on you."
"What?!" Serena asked, shocked.
To Be Continued...
Stay tuned.