MAY'S CLOTHES: Blue Adidas T-Shirt, dark violet with pink Adidas shorts, black and pink Adidas adipower barricade shoes, black adidas hat

ASH'S CLOTHES: Black shirt, black Adidas shorts, black Adidas adizero feather 2.0 shoes


(PETALBURG CITY, HOENN REGION)

(MAPLE RESIDENCE, AROUND 9:50 AM)

MAY: I'm leaving for tennis lessons.

MAX: Have fun. See you for lunch.

(MAY LEAVES HOUSE THEN RUNS TO TENNIS COURTS)

CAROLINE: May really seems to enjoy these private tennis lessons.

MAX: She really loves it. She told me it's more than contests.

CAROLINE: Really? I didn't think anything would top contests for her.

MAX: Well, she is always looking for new stuff to do.

(TENNIS COURTS, AROUND 10:00 AM)

Hilda: Oh, May. Good to see you early.

MAY: It's good to see you, coach Hilda. What's on the agenda today?

HILDA: Today, we're going to learn about topspin.

MAY: Sounds good. Shall we get started?

HILDA: Absolutely May. First, topspin is when the ball rotates in the same direction it's moving. By doing this you increase your consistency and you can hit the ball higher. This is difficult to do backhand because you're limited to the length of your arm.

MAY: I see.

COACH: Let's start with me hitting balls to you and try to get some topspin.

(MAY PRACTICES WITH HILDA FOR ABOUT AN HOUR)

MAY: That was a good lesson. I've enjoyed tennis. I really think tennis is a lot of fun.

HILDA: Tennis is a lot of fun. It's a sport that can be very rewarding and you can enjoy for life.

MAY: I see. What else are we going to do today?

HILDA: Next, I want to try a long volley.

MAY: I know what you mean. You want to try to hit the ball back and forth as long as possible.

HILDA: Exactly. I want to try to get at least a streak of 25.

MAY: That sounds good to me. Shall we begin?

HILDA: Certainly. (MAY AND HILDA START VOLLEYING)

(MEANWHILE AT MAPLE RESIDENCE)

CAROLINE: I don't know why May gave up contests. It was always fun to watch.

MAX: She got bored of them. She said they were no longer challenging. She retired after winning the Grand Festival a month ago.

NORMAN: Well, that makes sense. Once you reach the top, it feels like there's no more competition.

MAX: Well she made some new friends which is nice.

(TENNIS COURTS, AROUND 11:30 AM)

HILDA: Great job, May. You're doing great. You got the best of me in the game.

MAY: Thanks coach. I've learned a lot from you.

HILDA: That's always good to hear. Next week we will do a full 3-set match.

MAY: That sounds good. (PICKS UP WATER BOTTLE) I will see you next week. (LEAVES FOR HOME)

(MAPLE RESIDENCE, AROUND NOON, MAY RETURNS HOME)

MAX (OPENS DOOR): Welcome back, sis. How was tennis?

MAY: It was great. Next week me and coach are doing a full 3-set match.

MAX: Nice. Anyway, you came at a great time. Lunch is almost ready.

MAY: What's for lunch?

MAX: Stir fried chicken with ramen.

MAY: Sounds delicious. (MAY & MAX HEAD TO KITCHEN)

CAROLINE: Hello, honey. How was tennis?

MAY: It went well. I learned about topspin. We also did a long volley.

CAROLINE: That's good to hear.

NORMAN: I'm glad to hear tennis is going well. Tell me about your coach, May.

MAY: Her name is Hilda. She is from Unova. She's a very nice lady. She really knows tennis.

NORMAN: Sounds like your coach is very cool.

MAY: You guys should meet her next week when we have our match.

(MAILMAN COMES)

MAILMAN: Is there a May Maple living here?

CAROLINE (ANSWERS DOOR): Yes. That would be my daughter.

MAILMAN: I have a letter for her. (LEAVES)

CAROLINE: May, you have a letter.

MAY: Do I? Who is it from?

CAROLINE: There isn't a name on the letter. Why don't you read it?

MAY: Okay. (STARTS TO READ LETTER) "Dear May, I'm coming back to Hoenn tomorrow. I can't wait to see you. It's been a long time. I want to know how you're doing. Sincerely, your old pal." Huh? Maybe the person who sent me the letter wants to make it a surprise.

CAROLINE: I guess so. I wonder who it could be.

MAY: Well, we will find out soon.

(MEANWHILE, IN AN AIRPLANE)

ASH: It's been a while since I was in Hoenn. It has changed a lot since I last visited there.

PA ANNOUNCER: Ladies & gentlemen, we are about to land. Please make sure your seatbelts are tight and your seats are back. We'll be landing in Petalburg City shortly.

ASH: Well it's been a long flight but I'm glad the plane's about to land.

(PLANE LANDS AT PETALBURG AIRPORT)

PA ANNOUNCER: Ladies and gentlemen, we have landed at Petalburg Airport. Local time is 8:45 PM. Temperature is 70 degrees Fahrenheit. For your safety and comfort, please remain seated with your seat belt fastened until the captain turns off the Fasten Seat Belt sign. This indicates we have parked at the gate and it's safe for you to move about.

(PEOPLE LEAVE PLANE, ASH COMES OUT MIDDLE OF PACK)

ASH: I have to get my bags from the baggage claim before I get my rental car.

(ASH PICKS UP BAGS FROM CLAIM, HEADS TO RENTAL CAR PLACE)

RENTAL CAR LADY: Hello. How may I help you?

ASH: Hi. I'm Ash. I made a reservation for a convertible.

RENTAL CAR LADY: Ah, yes. Well, Ash, you can choose any convertible in our lot. We have 7. Which one would you like?

ASH: I think I will take the silver one.

RENTAL CAR LADY: So you like the Volkswagen Eos, huh? Well have fun.

ASH: Thanks.

(RENTAL CAR LADY HANDS KEYS TO ASH, THEN ASH LEAVES FOR ROYAL PETALBURG HOTEL)

ASH: So Misty set me up a room at the Royal Petalburg Hotel for tonight. She knows how to find good deals on hotel rooms and car rentals. I really like this convertible. It drives nice.

(MAPLE RESIDENCE)

MAY: I'm tired. I'm going to sleep.

CAROLINE: Goodnight, honey. Have a good night's sleep.

MAX: See you in the morning.

(MEANWHILE ASH ARRIVES AT HOTEL AROUND 9:20 PM)

ASH: It feels so nice to get a room after a long plane trip. (PARKS CAR, ENTERS HOTEL)

HOTEL CLERK: Hello there. How can I help you?

ASH: Hi, I'm Ash. My friend ordered a room for me and had the reservation all set up.

HOTEL CLERK: Yep. I see your name. Your room number is 133. It's down the hall to the left. (GIVES ASH KEYCARD)

ASH: Okay then. Let me get my bags then get a bellhop to bring to my room. (GETS BAGS FROM CAR THEN HEADS TOWARDS ROOM)

(5 MINUTES LATER)

ASH: What a nice room. It has a nice 36 inch HDTV, a really cool alarm clock, a nice big bed, and the bathroom looks nice. Well I'm about to get some sleep. I had a long plane trip. (GOES TO SLEEP)

(NEXT MORNING, MAPLE RESIDENCE, AROUND 8:15 AM)

MAY: Good morning (YAWNS), Boy I slept well last night.

CAROLINE: Morning honey. How did you sleep?

MAY: I slept like a kitten.

(ROYAL PETALBURG HOTEL)

ASH: Man, I slept well last night. I really needed that after a long plane trip. Anyway, the continental breakfast starts at 8:30. I'm going to watch a little TV before I get something to eat. (TURNS ON TV)

(MAPLE RESIDENCE)

MAY: I wonder who could be coming to see me. (IN HER HEAD), I hope Ash comes back. It's been a while since I've seen him. I have missed him so much.

CAROLINE: Is something on your mind, sweetie?

MAY: Not really.

CAROLINE: Do you think you know who sent that letter to you?

MAY: To tell you the truth, I don't know.

(ROYAL PETALBURG HOTEL)

ASH: I better get breakfast. (WALKS OUT OF ROOM FOR LOBBY FOR BREAKFAST)

(1 MINUTE LATER)

ASH: Alright, let's start off today with some waffles, corn cereal, and a banana. As for what to drink, I will have orange juice. (FINDS A TABLE TO SIT DOWN)

HILBERT: I've never seen you here before. I assume you're not from here.

ASH: Well, I'm from Kanto. I'm here to visit an old friend who lives here in Petalburg City. What brings you here?

HILBERT: I'm from Unova but live in Fallarbor Town. I work for a talent agency that does a lot of entertainment stuff in Hoenn.

ASH: I see. I have a couple of questions. First, what does the agency do and what's your name?

HILBERT: The agency that I work for puts on contests and musicals all over the region but sometimes do some theatre stuff. My name is Hilbert. What's your name?

ASH: I'm Ash. It's nice to meet you, Hilbert. Is there any cool stuff around here? It's been a long time since I've been here and I'm sure things definitely have changed.

HILBERT: Yeah. There's an amusement park just south of the city. It's the best in the region and offers plenty of fun.

ASH: Great. I guess that's where I will take my friend today. What's the name of it?

HILBERT: It's called Petalburg Funland.

ASH: Thanks, Hilbert. I better get going.

HILBERT: You don't need to rush. It opens at 10:30 AM.

ASH: Oh, I see. Well, I'm going to finish my breakfast and then watch a little TV before I see my friend.

HILBERT: Well I hope to see you again, Ash.

ASH: Take care, Hilbert. (ASH TAKES CARE OF TRASH, THEN HEADS OFF TO ROOM.)

(2 MINUTES LATER, ASH'S ROOM)

ASH: That Hilbert guy was very polite. You don't see many polite people from Unova. They think they're better than everyone else. I've had that experience and know it all too well. I don't think I'm going back to Unova anytime soon. (TURNS ON TV)

(A LITTLE OVER AN HOUR LATER)

ASH: I better take off and head to May's house.

(ASH LEAVES HIS ROOM TO HEAD TOWARDS HIS CAR. TAKES OFF TO MAPLE RESIDENCE)

(MEANWHILE AT MAPLE RESIDENCE IN BACKYARD, MAY HAS A CONVERSATION WITH NORMAN)

NORMAN: I'm glad you really like tennis. You said it was the best thing you've ever done.

MAY: ABSOLUTELY DAD! It's a fun sport. It can be a bit tough but it once you get the hang of it, then it's not as tough. Warming up helps because it gets the body going and you perform better when you have warmed up.

NORMAN: That makes sense.

(ASH THEN ARRIVES AT MAPLE RESIDENCE)

ASH: I hope somebody is home. (KNOCKS ON DOOR)

(KITCHEN)

CAROLINE: Sounds like someone is at the door. I will go get it. (RUNS OVER TO OPEN FRONT DOOR)