It's been a LONG time since this was updated, but now that I'm in the holidays since I've completed assignments and only had one exam, I am now free~! X3

I'm definitely working on this story more now. :D

Anyway, a HUGE thanks AphIcelandIsBae for the follow and review; and to HoneyBeeGirl94 for the fave and review. w and thanks to LittleReviewer and Guest for the reviews! :3

HoneyBeeGirl94: Team World, indeed. X3 I really couldn't think of a different name for that. XD

APHUnitedNations: Sounds quite cute~ though the Pokemon gender ratio is 75% male and 25% female. ^^' I like that idea where the Pokemon projects Icy's true feelings since he is more hot-blooded and passionate deep down. X3 anyway, here it is! Sorry for taking too long. TTwTT

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Now, here's chapter 3~ 0w0


"The Fire-type Pokémon, Fennekin?" Professor Katyusha questioned with a little smile. "Ah, so this is your choice, then?"

Emil nodded as he finally took the Pokéball that was at the centre. He glanced down at the shining sphere in his hand closely, his heart racing quickly in his chest as he felt even more excited and nervous. The ball was cool in his warm hand, yet he could just feel the presence of the Pokémon that was residing within it. He wanted to let out his new Pokémon right now, however after a little moment of thought, he decided to maybe let it out later.

"Ve~! Okay!" Feliciano was clapping his hands as he skipped forward and picked the ball that was at the left. "My partner is Chespin! Wow, I'm sure we'll go really well together~!"

Michelin chuckled before coming over as the last person to get the last ball on the table. She smiled and nodded, "Nice to meet you, Froakie, I'm Michelin! Because of you, I can be a real Pokémon trainer now! Thank you!"

Emil couldn't help but inwardly agree with the Seychellois girl's words. He nodded as he glanced down at the Pokéball containing Fennekin in it. 'Yeah…I'm a real trainer now…' he thought to himself.

"Sweet!" Yong Soo pumped his fist, grinning at his four friends who gained their new Pokémon. "Now we all have a Pokémon each, da ze!"

Professor Katyusha was smiling gently at the sight of the youngsters as well. However, she came forward and cleared her throat, "Sorry to intrude, but there is something else I must give to our new trainers." When everyone stopped talking and immediately place their attention to her, the short-haired woman continued, "Throughout your Pokémon journey, you will definitely see all kinds of Pokémon – some you may have never even heard of or seen before. For that, I have something that will help you understand Pokémon on a much deeper level."

She then took up a gadget from the table that was behind her. It was card-shaped and when she opened it, a holographic centre was visible when the two ends were separated. Everyone, but Erika and Yong Soo, couldn't help but gaze at it in awe and wonder.

Professor Katyusha gave a little giggle at the youngster's faces when they stared fixated at the technical piece in her hand. "This right here is a Pokédex," she explained.

"A Pokédex?" questioned Michelin.

"Ve~! I know what they are!" Feliciano piped up excitedly. "Nonno gives them to trainers back home, too!"

"You don't come from Heima Town, Feliciano?" Emil asked, surprised.

The Italian shook his head with a chuckle, "Actually, no. I was born in Miamolta City, but I moved to Heima Town because rent was cheaper here!"

Yong Soo laughed, "Yep! Rent is pretty cheap in Heima, and it's a nice and peaceful place to be, too, da ze! Everyone is quite friendly!"

Feliciano gave a little, sad smile, "It's beautiful in Miamolta City, too, but nonno agreed that it was better to move to Heima because it's much cheaper. Still, I do love going back home a lot, and I love visiting both nonno and my fratello!"

"Fratello?" Emil inquired with an arched eyebrow.

The Italian laughed warmly at the Icelandic boy's attempt at pronouncing the word with his accent, "Ve~ my older brother!"

"I didn't know you had a brother," Leon looked surprised.

"I have two, actually!" Feliciano responded. "My older brother, Lovino, and my younger brother, Giorgio~"

"Sounds really nice," smiled Erika softly.

"It is nice to have siblings," Professor Katyusha gave a forlorn sigh before clearing her throat again and continuing with her explanation. "Well, the Pokédex is something that all trainers receive when the get their first Pokémon." She started handing them to Emil, Michelin, Feliciano and Leon. "The Pokédex I just gave you is a high-tech device that automatically records the Pokémon you encounter!"

"It looks very different to my Pokédex, though," Erika observed as she pulled out hers from her pocket. It looked more like a phone compared to theirs.

Yong Soo nodded, "I think that's because we got ours from different places." He pulled out his own Pokédex to show that it was flat and had buttons on it along with a small screen.

Professor Katyusha nodded, "That is precisely correct!" Rubbing her chin, she glanced at Erika's and Yong Soo's Pokédex's. Yong Soo even raised his up so she could have a better look at it. "Yours looks like it's from Gwaikkul City," she murmured as she looked at Yong Soo's Pokédex. "And yours looks like it's from Edel City," the short-haired woman nodded at Erika's one.

"Yeah, that's it!" Yong Soo looked astounded. "You got it!"

Professor Katyusha beamed, "Either way, all Pokédex have the same function. They're there to record data on every Pokémon you encounter, and will fill up once you catch them."

"Catching," Emil murmured before his expression looked determined. Of course, that would be part of the journey – not just battling, but catching Pokémon, too, obviously. After all, you can't just expect people to just give you Pokémon, now could you?

"Precisely, catching," Professor Katyusha nodded. "Once you've reached the age of sixteen, you are eligible to obtain your trainer's license, and carry a Pokédex to go on an adventure! Well, that's really all there is to it." The blue-eyed lady nodded, "Now, I'm sure all of you will do your best on your Pokémon journey! If you want me to look at your Pokédex and see its progress, you can either contact me by the PC in any Pokémon Centre, or just come back here to my laboratory and show me in person. Good bye and good luck!"

"Thank you very much!" Michelin grinned.

"! Grazie!" Feliciano agreed. Emil followed suit.

Leon gave a bow as he murmured his thanks, and left the building at once. He had pocketed his Pokédex very swiftly. Everyone watched him go off in a hurry as Michelin whistled, "Wow, Leon was quite quick to leave."

Yong Soo shrugged a shoulder, "I dunno…that's just how Leo works. Well…" he then jerked a thumb at himself and then Erika. "Eri and I are gonna go off to look for some Pokémon at the route ahead! We'll see you guys there, da ze!" And with that, the Korean boy ran off with the blonde girl who was trying to keep up with him, leaving Michelin, Feliciano and Emil at the front of the laboratory.

"What are you two going to do?" Emil questioned, still finding it a bit awkward to talk to people who were new.

Michelin rubbed her chin, "Well, I'll contact my aunt first and tell her the good news! She's going to be so happy to hear that I finally have my new partner!" She looked at her new neighbour, How about you, Emil?"

Emil thought for a moment, "I think I'll just go home, first. I saw Lukas preparing lunch, so I should at least get home and see him before I go, first."

"Hey, your brother's a gym leader, right?" Michelin looked excited. "That means you'll want to battle him someday!"

"Y-yeah…" the silver-haired youth shuffled a little bit in his spot. He looked to the side as that one little fact came back to light. He had wanted to get his Pokémon in a while and start going on a journey. He wanted to become strong to prove that he was no longer a child. That, and admittedly, he felt very small as he stood in a large shadow that Lukas projected.

Since Lukas was a gym leader, Emil thought that defeating the Pokémon League would be the best way to prove himself and defeat the Elite 4, as well as the Champion. The Elite 4 were a group made of four powerful trainers that were far stronger than any gym leader. The Champion was considered the strongest trainer in the world, and could be anyone who could beat the Elite 4 and the reigning Champion. Still, the Champion was very difficult to defeat. However, in order for a trainer to be eligible to challenge the Elite 4, the trainer must first collect eight badges to qualify.

This massive journey would not only test his limits and abilities, but going out in the world would help him far more than staying at home. Emil always was curious about what the world was like, and always dreamed of travelling around by himself. Lukas tended to baby him too much, and Emil wanted to show he could look after himself just fine.

'I can do it,' the Icelandic boy thought to himself as he licked his lips. 'I can do it.'

Michelin, meanwhile, couldn't help but notice how quiet her new neighbour had become upon the mention of his brother. It worried her a bit, but she decided not to comment any further.

"I'll go on ahead," Emil spoke up. "So…" he rubbed the back of his neck, still feeling quite unsure. "I'll see you later?"

The Seychellois girl blinked before beaming brightly. She nodded, "Definitely!"

However, before Emil could leave Pochatok Town to go back to Heima, a cheerful voice called for him.

"Ve~ Emil, wait!"

"Huh?" Emil turned around to see Feliciano running up to him, looking quite excited. "Feliciano? What is it?"

"I spoke to my nonno on the phone, and he said that it's good to test out starer Pokémon as soon as you get them~!" Feliciano spoke rapidly. "You will be my opponent in my Pokémon trainer debut~! Okay, Chespin! This will be our first battle together~! Let's win it together, ve~!"

Emil was somewhat dazed at how quickly Feliciano was talking, but seeing the Italian grab for his Pokéball, the young man immediately stepped back to give space.

Once Feliciano threw the ball, and the bright light disappeared, Chespin popped out and looked equally as excited as its trainer.

Emil took the ball with Fennekin, and tossed it forward, "Go, Fennekin!" He stumbled slightly when he tossed the ball. Luckily he quickly regained his footing, though he couldn't help but feel embarrassed that he almost fell over just from doing something as simple as throwing a Pokéball.

When the bright light disappeared, Fennekin landed daintily on the ground with a cheerful cry. The Fox Pokémon however straightened itself a bit and got into a sort of crouch as it growled a little, ready for battle.

"Ve~! Chespin, use Vine Whip!" Feliciano called out as Emil wondered who would be going first.

Emil quickly called, "Ember, Fennekin!"

Chespin gave a loud call as it unleashed two, long vines. Fennekin meanwhile opened its jaws as sparks of flames shot out of its mouth. The flames immediately sizzled at the green vines, causing Chespin to give a yelp and jump back. There was a bit of flame on its vines, which prompted it to bat at the little fire away in a hurry. The Spiny Nut Pokémon sighed in relief when it was able to get rid of the flames.

"Fennekin, use Scratch!" Emil called out. This time, he wasn't sure if it was a good idea to continue Ember as he might set Feliciano's poor Chespin on fire. What would Feliciano say at that?

"Tackle, Chespin!" Feliciano called out.

Chespin launched forward with its head forward, while Fennekin brought its claws out with a snarl. The Grass-type was still lurching forward, but its Fire-type rival leapt up before scratching it in the face. The Scratch attack knocked it at the ground.

"Another Scratch!" ordered Emil.

"Fenne!" Fennekin howled as it scratched at Chespin once more.

"Vine Whip, quickly, please!" Feliciano piped up, now looking quite worried and…a bit teary-eyed.

Though Chespin brought its vines out and knocked Fennekin back successfully, Fennekin looked like it did not appreciate getting slapped in the face with vines. So, for that, it gave a snarl, its mouth filled with flames from sight.

Seeing that, Emil hesitated, but decided that things should be taken care of now, "Ember one last time!"

Fennekin unleashed the sizzling sparks from its mouth, striking Chespin one more time. "Ches!" the Spiny Nut Pokémon cried out before collapsing again, seeing stars.

Looks like it was down for the count.

Feliciano gasped, "H-hey!" He squeaked out, looking like he was ready to burst into tears soon, "Ve~ I wasn't done watching my cute, little Chespin yet!"

Emil was panting slightly from the battle. His first battle, and he felt a rush of adrenaline run right through his entire body. He felt more fired up than how he was before, and he couldn't help but want to burst into joy at winning.

His battle, his first Pokémon battle with his first ever Pokémon.

"I actually won," Emil breathed, his amethyst eyes sparkling. "I won!" he looked down at the Fox Pokémon who was looking up at him happily. "We won! You did brilliantly, Fennekin!"

"Fenne~" the little Fire-type tilted its head, looking pleasantly pleased with the praise from its new trainer.

"Ve~ you're amazing, Emil!" Feliciano beamed, his tears disappearing at seeing how happy his new friend looked.

"That was quite the battle, indeed."

Emil and Feliciano immediately whipped around to see that Quan the fisherman was standing near the stone that connected Professor Katyusha's laboratory to the rest of Pochatok Town. The corner of the older man's lips twitched slightly – almost as if he was going to smile, but was suppressing it. When he came forward, Emil couldn't help but tense slightly in anticipation.

Quan brought himself down to his haunches and started patting both Fennekin and Chespin. "These two did quite well, too," he murmured. After the two Pokémon looked happy with the affection given to them, Quan was reaching into his pocket, "Allow me to heal them for the both of you."

"T-thanks," Emil stammered out, cursing the stutter.

"Grazie!" Feliciano looked very grateful.

Once Quan had finished healing the Pokémon, he then stood up and surveyed the youngsters seriously, "The both of you have what it takes to do great things. Whether it be Pokémon battles, contests, idolhood, breeding or research…you can make a difference. Just take that first step, and don't be afraid."

He then left them to ponder on his words.

Emil couldn't help but watch him go – though he was only a fisherman, the Icelandic boy felt that he was a very strong trainer, and was filled with experience. His battle with those weird Team World members with his Raichu was enough proof. These sage words of advice was just more evidence.

'Someday, I want to have a battle with him,' Emil thought to himself, his heart racing at the thought. 'Though I'm definitely not strong enough to go anywhere near him just yet, but someday…I'll train hard, come back here, and challenge him to a fight.'

"Ve~ he's an interesting signor, don't you think?" Feliciano commented, looking just as awed as Emil. He returned Chespin before giving a chuckle. "Well," he grinned in the silver-haired youth's direction. "I'm going to meet with the others in the next route! I overheard you talking to Michelin that you'll go home and say goodbye to your big brother? Well, okay, then~! Say hello to him for me~!"

And with that, like a true Italian, Feliciano ran off at top speed.

Emil blinked, however licking his lips, he gave a sigh. Fennekin looked up at him with slight worry on its little face. The Icelandic boy however shook his head and returned the Fox Pokémon, knowing it needed rest.

Then, he went the other way.

Going back to Heima Town was actually heavier than Emil expected. He wasn't exactly sure why as he had only just moved into the town a few hours ago. But still, leaving the peacefulness of the beautiful greenery, the cosiness of the small space, and the lovely breeze that flowed through his tousled hair.

When he reached his home, Emil saw that Lukas had prepared a plate of sandwiches, and was sitting at the table with a bottle of Coca Cola.

Upon catching sight of his little brother, a small, faint smile spread out onto Lukas' face. "Welcome home," he said as he gestured at the chair beside him. "Come and eat for a little."

When Emil placed himself on the seat, he began to wonder if he should let out Fennekin to eat some of the sandwiches, too. Sounded like a good idea, though he wondered if the Fox Pokémon even liked sandwiches. After a little bit of thought, the silver-haired youth took out his Pokéball and gazed down at it in question for a bit.

Lukas noticed the ball, "Ah, I see you have a Pokémon now. Did you get it from Professor Katyusha?"

Emil perked up slightly, a bit surprised that his older brother knew about the busty professor, however he shook his head. Of course his brother would know – he was a Gym Leader, he'd obviously have to know this stuff. He nodded, "Yeah."

"Why not let it out? I'm sure it will enjoy having some sandwiches."

Emil nodded again – this time remembering the battle with Feliciano and Chespin. "Yeah, I know," he then threw the Pokéball. "Come out, Fennekin."

After the bright light disappeared, Fennekin shook its head a little before sitting on its haunches. It looked up with bright eyes before chirping happily, "Fenne! Fennekin!"

Lukas this time couldn't help the smile spreading on his usually cold face. "What an adorable Pokémon." He then got up from his seat and crouched down to pet it on the head. "Professor Katyusha gave you this Fennekin? How kind of her."

Fennekin looked really content and happy with Lukas patting its head, scratching behinds its ears, and stroking at its fur. "Fenne~" it chirped happily, its bushy tail wagging a bit.

Emil then took a sandwich from the plate and crouched down himself. Immediately, Fennekin perked up its head from seeing the food, and looked excited. Emil stretched his arm out and let the Fox Pokémon gobble up the food. The Icelandic boy couldn't help but smile at his starter's happy expression at eating the morsel.

When Emil had gotten a few sandwiches and began feeding it to Fennekin, Lukas stood up and watched the two. A little chuckle rumbled from his throat, "You look good together with Pokémon, little brother."

Emil felt his ears redden a bit upon hearing that, which caused him to quickly gain a cool composure. Fennekin stared a bit curiously between the two humans, though it continued nibbling on a sandwich.

Lunch was a quiet affair, with the only noises going on coming from Fennekin munching on the sandwiches that Emil, and later Lukas, fed it. When the plate was empty, Fennekin curled into a bit of a ball and seemed to be resting. Both brothers watched it closely, both intrigued by it.

After a while of silence, Lukas chose to speak up, "So."

"So?" Emil questioned.

"To think you have your very own Pokémon now…" Lukas murmured. "I'm really overjoyed. You can go out on an adventure…" He then turned to face his younger sibling, "But, please just be careful. If anything happens, you know you can come home or to my Gym."

Emil was quiet, however he nodded, a weak smile forming on his face, "Y-Yeah…I know that. Thanks, Lukas."

The blonde then came close and wrapped his arms around him, bringing him into a tender and tight hug. Emil was taken aback by the action at first, however, after the initial hesitation, he lifted his arms and returned it. He wondered how long it had been since he hugged his brother like this – he couldn't really remember the last time they hugged, which was a little sad. However, he was quite happy with it now. And considering he'd be gone for a while on his own trainer adventure, it would probably be a long time before he could see his big brother again.

Once the hug was broken, Lukas looked at his brother, this time a soft smile on his face, and a hand on Emil's shoulder. "Go get them, Emil," he said encouragingly.

Emil nodded before returning Fennekin to its Pokéball. Then, after packing a few things in a bag including a few pieces of clothing, toiletries, a sleeping bag and a compass. Once everything was packed, he took a deep breath and left the house with Lukas.

Lukas walked with him until they reached the end of Heima Town. When they were there, the blue-eyed blonde again reached in for another hug. Again, Emil was really taken aback by it, however he quickly returned it before starting his journey. He waved goodbye in response to Lukas' wave, before looking forward. Determined to now start his adventure.

"See you, big brother."


And so, ends Chapter 3. What will Emil encounter on his journey? What will happen on his Pokemon journey? Will he encounter more Team World members? Stay tuned~

And by stay tuned, I mean wait for tomorrow, because that's when the next chapter will be placed up. XD

Stay tuned~

Peace out!
- Hebi-Kazechi-10