Alright let's see how this goes. First story so let me know if I should write more.

Our Time to Shine

*Sigh* "I've been dreading this conversation for weeks." said the young man as he walked down the lonely hallways of the Corr mansion. "I'm just worried about how he'll take it… strike that I know how he'll take it but I have to try to convince him don't I?" he questioned. Vel looked down to see the reaction of the little Shinx who was walking with him. She let out a small yip and just continued to walk in line. "I'll just take that as a yes." The two continued down the pristine corridors in silence. After about 1 minute of walking with only the reverberating sound of their footsteps to accompany them they reached a door.

"Alright, wish me luck Senna." Vel said with a fake smile on his face. Knocking on the door he waited for a response.

"Who's there?" came a stern voice.

"It's me Father"

"Enter"

Upon hearing that Vel opened the door quickly waving good bye to the flash pokemon as he entered the room. The door shut with a soft click. In the room was a small table and couch in the corner and in the center, a large desk with a captains chair. Without even taking a second to look up from his work Vel's father said,

"What is it you wish to talk about?" Vel took a deep breath, mentally preparing himself for the difficult task ahead.

"Well Father as you know tomorrow is my 16th birthday, and I was hoping that you would finally reconsider and allow me to go on my journey." Vel answered with a hopeful look in his eyes. His father didn't even take a second to think over his answer and immediately responded in a jaded tone.

"Absolutely not."

"But Father I-"

"I will not debate this again with you Vel." interjected Vel's father finally taking the time to put down his pen and look his son in the eye. "We've been over this every year. You have a position to uphold. You are the sole successor to the Corr family business."

"Father with all due respect I think that this is my life and I deserve some say in this decision." he argued.

"Son, you do not have the perspective to make a choice right now let alone the time to waste on a frivolous journey. You must focus on your studies so that you are ready to take your role as the C.E.O. of the company. I have already allowed you to have that little thing in the mansion. You have enough distractions as it is, if you were to leave and waste your time running around like a buffoon then how will you ever be able to succeed me. Vel opened his mouth to speak but was quickly quieted. "And were I to allow you to leave you would most certainly become the center of the news in the outside world when they find out who you are. Do you really want all that attention?" Suddenly his father became unnervingly calm. "I realize that this means a lot to you but know that I'm doing this for your own good. I love you son and you'll thank m-"

"Dad!" yelled Vel throwing all restraint out the window. "You use that line every time I bring this up but the truth is you want to control me! You don't respect just how much this means to me! Your treat me like a trophy. All you want me for is to show off to your business partners how smart your son is! Well guess what, I-"

"VEL" his father said loud and stern causing Vel to flinch and instantly close his mouth. "Now you listen here. This will be the last I hear of this topic. My answer was has and will always be no. You have a more important purpose in life than scurrying around like a simpleton collecting pets. You are a Corr and as such you will are not to throw away your education just so that you can travel and consort with the lesser people of this world. Now you will return to your room I've got a lot of work that needs to be done." Vel opened his mouth to form a response but quickly reconsidered this. Instead he nodded his head and walked out the door silently fuming. As he opened the door he noticed Senna with her ear gently pressed against the wall listening to the conversation. She had a grim look on her face and just watched and followed as her friend silently walked back to his room disappointment in his eyes.

Once back in the safety of his room he slammed the door as hard as he could causing the hanging lights to shiver.

"Arceus help me why doesn't he ever listen!?" Vel shouted punching the wall. "It should be my choice on how I live…" Suddenly Vel's face lit up, an idea popping up in his head. "You know what Senna? I think it's time that we spread our wings and fly." he said with a small grin on his face. "With or without permission." Vel looked to Senna to see how she was reacting to his idea. To his delight Senna was jumping up and down mewing. "Very well then, after dinner tonight we'll compile as much money and supplies as we can, and then we sneak out."

Vel began to rummage through his closet searching for supplies that he could use. He grabbed a large black and blue satchel and began stuffing it with all the pants, underware and shirts he could fit. After that he grabbed his favorite jacket, a solid navy blue hoodie. Just as he put his hands on it he heard the dinner call and threw all of the compiled materials under his blankets. After making sure the successfully hid everything Vel and Senna slowly began to make their way to the dining hall. As they walked in they both noticed the empty seat at the end of the table along with the head butler Jak standing behind Vel's chair. As he took his seat at the center of the table, with Senna laying by his feet he turned and asked Jak.

"Where is Mother?"

"I regret to inform you that the Madam will not be able to return home tonight. She says she has to work late because the lab is on the brink of a breakthrough." Jak explained

"I see." Vel replied with disappointment etched on his face

"You know how work is these days." Said Mr. Corr who had managed to sneak in the room without Vel noticing.

"Yes Father I know."

The 3 sat there without saying a word until finally the kitchen staff broke the silence placing their 3 their meals down. "If there's one thing I'm gonna miss, it's all this amazing food." Vel thought as as he began eating

After Vel finished eating he gave the remainder of the food on his plate to Senna, who happily scarfed it all down.

"Have you had your fill young master?" asked Jak.

"Yes thank you. Compliments to the chefs, as always." Vel retorted. "And thank you for your work too Jak."

"You're being oddly sentimental tonight young master."

"Oh… Umm… Yeah I've just been thinking about a lot of things lately." Vel said not looking Jak in the eyes.

"I see." replied Jak with a look of suspicion

"Anyway I'm very tired to I'm going to go to bed early. Good night Jak, Father." Mr. Corr just nodded.

"Good night young master."

And with that Vel got up and left for his room shortly followed by Senna. The two returned to their room where they waited until 1 am before Vel got up. He quietly got out of bed and retrieved a large blue and black satchel pac from under the covers. He then grabbed a piece of paper and pen off the top of his desk and began to write.

"Dear mother, I'm sorry that I was unable to say good bye in person but it's time that I set out on my journey. I have nothing more to learn from schooling. I need to experience the world. I'll be back eventually. Love Vel. He set the note on top of his pillow and then slung his satchel over his shoulder. Vel then picked up the sleeping Shinx and placed her on top of his pack and set out. Vel quietly opened the door to his room and slipped out into the dark, desolate corridors. He slowly made his way down the hallways peering around each corner making sure to check for anyone else roaming the halls. The two made their way down the stairs until they reached the kitchen area. They skulked over to the pantries and Vel began to stuff food into the bag he grabbed off of the table. He managed to fit crackers and bread for himself and 2 large hand fills of Oran berries for Senna. The two left the kitchen and headed for the doors leading outside the mansion. Just as Vel was about to reach for the door Senna bit his hand trying to get his attention.

"Ow. What is it girl?" Vel whispered.

"It's rather late isn't it?" Came a voice from behind the two.

The two turned around, blood draining from their faces, to see Jak standing at the bottom of the stairs, arms behind his back.

"Um.. Uhh… I can explain." Vel stuttered quickly trying to come up with an excuse. "I was just going to take Senna for a nice night time walk. You know how stir crazy she can get." Vel stammered wincing as Senna gave him a light shock for that remark.

"Yes yes of course. I was positive you weren't going to leave for the journey that you've been yearning to go on since you were 6 without at least saying good bye." Jak replied with a light smile on his face. Vel just stood there stunned.

"You.. You're not going to stop me? You know you could get fired if my father found out you helped me leave right?" Vel responded, genuine worry in his voice.

"Then I guess I'll just have to keep this a secret." Jak said snarkally "Besides I was assigned to be your personal butler so your well being is my primary concern, so no I have no intention of stopping you. However I can't have you going out on a journey with no resources." Jak stated handing Vel a plastic card. "This card will give you access to a secret bank account I've set up with 100,000 Poke. Think of it as an early birthday present. It should hold you off for a while until you find a steady way to make money." Vel was speechless. His eyes started to tear up as he took the card and then gave Jak one final hug.

"I.. I don't know what to say, besides thank you." Vel said. With that he slowly turned and silently made his way through the 2 large doors leading outside the mansion.

"Good luck young master" whispered Jak as the doors closed.

Vel and Senna just stared at one and other disbelief etched on their faces. Is this really happening the two thought to themselves as they began walking down the steps of the mansion. As they reached the outer gates they both turned to have one last look at their home.

"Good bye Father. I'll come back when you mature and finally understand who I really am." And with that the two, under the cover of night, took the first steps of their journey.