Another day, another chapter! This chapter is shorter than the last one, partly because i didnt have as much time to work on it, but hey, what can you do. Well anyways, enjoy!

Sir Aaron's mind was spinning, it was just that afternoon in a meeting that they discussed the Reapers. They had heard, just based off rumors that they were a radical group against Kanto, but he never expected something like this to happen. Nothing like this. In one single day, the kingdom was under a new ruler. His sister, and brother in law had died. Heck for all he knew, Lance and the rest of the army was gone as well. Even Aaron himself didn't know what had happened in full, where was the army, the guards, the other visiting guardians? Everything just didn't make sense! The only reason Aaron was able to get out alive, was because he just so happened to be meditating when the raid started. It was very tasking to try to think about it all at once. As for right now though, Aaron had one responsibility, and that was to get Ash to somewhere safe. Aaron thought for a brief second, and glanced down at the sleeping boy. Why did this have to happen to him? Ash a six year old boy, a prince none the less, had almost everything taken from him in one night.

Aaron quickly decided to the kingdom of Sinnoh. He could seek aid from his Brother who was the king of Sinnoh. Sadly it would not be a visit on happy terms.

Ash fidgeted in Aaron's arms, and with that, they landed to rest from flying all night and into the morning. It was very important that they put as much distance as possible between them and the Reapers. Aaron put Ash down, under a tree so they could sleep. Sinnoh was less than a half days journey by pidgeot away. With that in mind both Aaron and Ash fell into a deep slumber trying to forget the horrors of the day.

The sun was rising slowly into the air. It didn't take long for Ash to sit up groggily, looking around seeing where he was at. Uncle Aaron was right by him sleeping, pikachu in between them both. Ash was confused, why were they out in the woods instead if the castle?

Then, like a sack of bricks dropping on him, he started to remember. Tears welled in his eyes and he started to sob quietly. He remembered waking up to screams and loud noises. Walking running into his parents room to find that man with the knife. Then seeing dragonites hyperbeam send the man out the window. Trying to wake his parents up. Remembering this brought harder sobs that shook his small frame. The. Finally there was captain Lance, who last he saw was fighting a horde of enemies. It was too much for Ash, all he could do was hug his knees and cry. He heard a rustle behind him, but he didn't care at the moment. His mind was submerged in a vat of sadness. He felt a hand on his back and saw his uncle sit down next to him. Aaron picked up Ash and set him on his lap. Ash buried himself in Aaron's arms, desperately seeking some kind of comfort. With that Ash held nothing back and cried. He cried for his parents, Lance, the pokemon, and just for the fact he was scared. All Aaron could do was tightly hug Ash as he himself finally let tears fall. Pikachu jumped up to Ash cuddling his face, trying to comfort his friend, but to little avail.

"I'm so sorry Ash" Aaron whispered in a shaky tone. "It's okay now" "you're safe"

Ash clung tighter to Aaron as Ash cried. Soon enough Ash was fast asleep. Aaron also returned to sleep, just for a little longer before they would leave.

About an hour later, Aaron got up, and woke Ash up. Ash didn't cry, or laugh, or do anything. His apathetic face worried Aaron. Would Ash ever be happy like he was before all this mess. Ash picked up Pikachu in his arms, and Aaron lifted the two on to Pidgeot and soon mounted himself. Making sure that they were all secure, they took off.

They were headed to the aura guardians base on iron island. It would be safe to reside there for a while. The only reason Aaron was nervous, was because of the fact that children weren't "supposed" to be on said island. Certainly they wouldn't just toss him out right? Aaron sighed knowing he would cross that bridge when he got there.

They continued to fly in silence, stopping a few times to let pidgeot catch her breath. Ash continued to say nothing, not once a smile. Just sad unfocused eyes that were cheerful and bright ones just yesterday.

They soared through the air, passing over a thick green forest. Soon after they crossed over a mountainous ridge and could immediately smell the salty ocean air. In the distance you could see the outline of a small island in the ocean. Aaron gave a slight smile seeing his home. They kept flying until they reached the island, in the center of the island was a huge crater that they flew into. It was here that the aura guardians resided. Coming to a soft landing in a small patch of grass, the trio dismounted.

Aaron carried Ash and Pikachu in his arms towards one of the larger buildings in the area. The building had the mark of the guardians above the large wooden door. Two aura guardians stood guard, standing upright as they say Aaron approaching.

"Name and reason of wanting to visit the elders" said one of the guards.

"My name is Sir. Aaron of Sinnoh, aura guardian" Aaron spoke in a professional tone. " And this regards a very "special" case." Aaron looked down to Ash and Pikachu.

One of the guards went inside the building and returned a few minutes later.

"They are ready for you" spoke the Guard "Follow me"

The guard led the three towards a large central room. Inside was an old man was sitting at a large rectangular table. There were two seats set out, one far Aaron, and the other for Ash. Setting Ash into the chair, Aaron sat in his own chair right next to it.

"Welcome noble guardian" spoke the elders softly. Aaron nodded.

"And who is this?" He said pointing to Ash.

Aaron sighed "that is why i am here actually…."

"You know that i had left to to visit my sister in Kanto…" Aaron said. "While i was there, a terrible event happened"

Aaron glanced towards, Ash who had fallen asleep again on the chair.

For the next half hour, Aaron explained what had happened inside the castle, and told the elders of the group that called themselves the Reapers. This included the man that called himself...The Trickster. With the mention of the power that he help, the elder made a nervous look. This surprised Aaron. In all the years he had known him, he had never seen him even remotely worried about something.

"This man, is no ordinary man" spoke the elder. "There are very few of them left, but these men wield dark aura" "Men like this have no other desire than to gain power." The taint their aura with greed and hatred. For the past one hundred and fifty years, we have fought with them. Many battles were fought, and most of them were killed off. Sadly we ourselves lost many noble guardians. For years we have yet to hear of any surface, but now…. i can tell something big is building." the older man spoke.

"I am deeply sorry for the loss of your sister, and i grieve for all of Kanto." grieved the elder "Nothing good will come from these so called Reapers."

"Will we in any way try to take back Kanto from these Reapers?" Aaron quizzed the old man. " We need to restore the kingdom to its rightful heir." Aaron spoke a little louder.

"Shhhh" hushed the elder pointing to Ash

"Sorry" Aaron apologized.

"I am afraid we can do nothing at the moment for a number of reasons. One, Ash is but of six years of age. Two it seems as we may have lost some fellow guardians as it is to this "Trickster. Lastly, if the Reapers have put together an army, not even us guardians can stop them alone. We would need the help of many soldiers, they said a single dark aura user could wipe out a hundred men on his own with ease."

"What about the army of Sinnoh?" interjected Arron "Would they join us?"

The elder mused at this thought.

"Indeed Sinnoh has a noble army, you would need the permission from the king himself, but you would need to persuade him to lend you his army." "That in itself is no simple task"

Aaron knew the chances of this would be slim. For a king to lend you his army required a great deal of trust. The cause seemed noble enough, but Sinnoh did not exactly have the best of relationships with Kanto. They would often bicker, of course it was never enough to start a war, but the two nations were still sore at each other. What reason did they have to help a young prince reclaim his throne.

Speaking of the prince…

"Elder, i have a favor to ask of you" Aaron spoke nervously "It pertains to the child"

The elder knew exactly what the guardian wanted.

"I am sorry Aaron, but this place is not suitable for children. It is not that i don't want him here, but it is far too dangerous for him to live here." the elder explained

Aarons face fell, now wondering what to do with the child. He certainly couldn't drag him around the countryside with him. Just as Aaron was going into deep thought when the elder continued to speak.

"I can assist you though." he explained "There is a family on the mainland in the farmlands of Sinnoh. They too hail from Kanto, and might take Ash in while you prepare what is necessary."

Aarons face visibly brightened and also fell at the same time. It occurred to aaron he would be leaving Ash with people that he did not know. It would be fine though right? It was just until he was old enough to travel properly with him. Maybe just till he was thirteen, then he could help him train in the art of aura. Though Ash could not see it, or others around him, Ash had a bright aura around him. With proper training and experience he could be a great aura guardian! This made Aaron ponder, what would the people think of an aura guardian as their king?

"The Oaks are very well known for their abundant pokemon, and there is a man there that knows everything you could practically know about pokemon!" exclaimed the elder. " They even have a boy around Ash's age….Gary if i remember correctly"

"Speaking of pokemon, where is your Lucario?" the elder mused.

"Oh!" Aaron said "I let him stay here so i didn't have to put him inside the staff, he hates it in there. Now that i look back, it was unwise of me to leave him here" Aarons face help a look of shame.

Things could have been alot easier at the castle if he had brought lucario. Maybe things could have been different. Now wasn't the time to dwell in what if's though. things had to be done to set things right.

"All that matters is you and the prince are safe, and i couldn't ask for anything else." the elder spoke.

"Very well then" Aaron agreed "I will accept your offer with the oaks, but may i ask for one last favor?"

"Of course!" the elder spoke.

"May i leave a Riolu with Ash" Aaron tried.

"You may, if you can promise me that he will take care of it." the elder smiled "a future guardians pokemon for a future guardian.

With that Aaron stood up and thanked the elder, giving him a bow. Aaron woke Ash and Pikachu up and led Ash by the hand out of the door. Things would be changing for Ash in many different ways. Now there was only one more problem with Ash's new arrangement. How would he tell Ash, and better yet, how would he take it?

With that Aaron and Ash walked out into the courtyard and turned to walk towards the housing units of the base. Ash could stay for a day or two, but then it would be goodbye for a few years sadly. Aaron definitely was not looking forward to the conversation with Ash.

They continued down the path when a voice was heard.

"Hello Aaron…."

Alright, i am sort of writing blind here. I am open to suggestions via PM, or feel free to review. Thanks for reading!