Here's my next chapter. Disclaimer: If I owned Pokemon, Ash would be in every scene and would be half naked at all times.

Chapter 2

It was the next morning, and Ash was sleeping. Vanny had woken up an hour before and was packing up the rest of Ash's things so he wouldn't have any work to do. May and Harley were on their way from Izabe Island, and were due to arrive in an hour. Ash's mom was ironing all of his remaining clothes and preparing a delicious going away breakfast for him. Once Vanny had finished packing his things, she laid down next to him and massaged his back while he slept.

While all of this was going on, Professor Oak was in his lab preparing a brand new Pokedex just for Ash. He knew it had to be flawless so Ash wouldn't have any troubles on his adventures. Tracy was folding up maps for Ash to bring with him, and his lover Richie was polishing Ash's Pokeballs.

"Remember, everything has to be perfect for when they get here," Professor Oak said. "Ash is going on a big journey now, and he really needs to have everything in top working order. Richie, have you finished shining his Pokeballs?"

"Almost," Richie replied.

"Well hurry up," Professor Oak said. "Mrs. Ketchum just gave me the signal. He's awake."

"Good morning, handsome," Vanny said when Ash woke up.

Ash shook his hair out of his eyes. "Morning. May and Harley aren't here yet," he commented.

"No," Vanny said. "But that doesn't matter. What matters is getting you some food. MRS. KETCHUM! ASH NEEDS HIS BREAKFAST!" Vanny yelled.

Mrs. Ketchum hurried up the stairs with Ash's breakfast on a tray. "Here you go, precious. All of your favorites cooked just the way you like it," Mrs. Ketchum said. "Now, I've gotta go finish stringing your new shoes." She hurried away.

"Wow, this looks great," Ash said.

"Here, let me feed you. Your arms need resting for our big journey," Vanny said.

She carefully added food to his fork and transferred it to his mouth. Ash happily chewed his breakfast, enjoying the fact that his life was this great. He had everything he needed. And everyone treated him like he was royalty, as it should be. He was slightly annoyed, however, by the fact that May and Harley didn't have the decency to show up yet. He didn't have to wait on anyone, so as soon as he finished his breakfast, he was ready to go.

"I think May and Harley deserve to be left behind for making us wait," Vanny said as they headed downstairs with their luggage.

"Oh Ash! They're here!" Mrs. Ketchum exclaimed.

"Good. I'm ready to go," Ash said. "Hey guys."

"Hey, sorry we're late," May said, hugging Ash. "We didn't fall asleep til late last night."

"Why?" Vanny asked.

"We were just busy," May answered, an odd look on her face.

Ash choked on his drink. "Well, let's just go then. Bye mom."

"Bye honey. You guys take amazingly good care of him or I'll beat you all within an inch of your lives," Mrs. Ketchum said.

"We will. Bye Mrs. Ketchum."

They headed out towards Professor Oak's lab. May and Harley were lagging behind Ash and Vanny, discussing something in whispers. Ash rolled his eyes and smiled. He was ready to start a new adventure. He didn't enjoy hearing things about May and Harley, and hoped that they would realize that he shouldn't have to hear crap like that ever again. When they arrived at the lab, Tracy opened the door before they even knocked.

"Welcome, you guys. Welcome. We've been waiting for you, Ash," Tracy said.

"Hey guys, come on back," Richie said.

Ash, Vanny, May, and Harley followed Richie back towards where Professor Oak was waiting. He had all of the things meant for Ash laid out on a table, all in the cleanest and best shape they could possibly be in. Professor Oak had a big smile on his face and began handing things to Vanny so she could put things away.

"I hope you guys have a wonderful and very safe journey," Professor Oak said. "This is a state of the art Pokedex custom made just for you Ash. I've already tested it a few times just to be sure it was in top working order. Make sure to tell me about anything you see on your journey."

"You bet I will. Thanks, Professor," Ash said. "And you too, Richie and Tracy."

"Of course, Ash. Why wouldn't we want to help you? You're the best," Tracy said.

"I would never object to doing something for you," Richie added.

"Thanks guys. You are all so nice," Ash said.

"No, you're nice for letting us do this for you," Richie said.

"Ok, well, we're off to the Fruit Islands!" Ash exclaimed. "Our boat leaves in fifteen minutes. Thanks for everything!"

"No problem!" Professor Oak said.

And so, the four headed out of Oak's lab and walked towards the dock, where their boat was waiting for them. Ash had a smile on his face yet again, because he was definitely ready to start the next chapter in his adventures, and one of his best. He knew what surprises lurked on the horizon for him and his friends, and he was definitely ready for them.