Author's Note:
Here it is, the third Chapter, I hope you like it, although it is pretty similar to the anime. I hope you like it, lets begin...
Chapter 3: On The Road To Viridian City
After Ash, Serena and Pikachu set off on down Route 1. Other then a light breeze, the day was very peaceful, they have spotted a couple Rattata packs, a few small flocks of Pidgey's flying around, scouting for food, but the two new trainers to leave them be and just cover ground to make sure they can reach Viridian before night fall, all they have to do is take it nice and easy, and nothing will go wrong... While they were walking, the three of them were left to their own thoughts.
Serena: This is it. I'm a trainer. I can travel and hopefully find a dream to pursue. Here she gave a quick glance at Ash, who was walking beside her. Why did Ash ask to travel together? Does he like me, like I like him. She gave another quick glance at Ash, who was lost in his own thoughts. She blushed. Don't be ridiculous, probably Leaf or someone mentioned travelling in a group and that got him to ask. Serena sighed, sadly. Never mind, as long as we travel together, just him... and me. Maybe he'll develop his own feelings. Serena smiled broadly and enter another 'Ash-Anticy' about him confessing to her.
Pikachu: I really misjudged this kid. He apologised after I shocked him. The past trainers would've yelled at me, at least if not more. Even after that, when his brother and the old guy wanted me to go back in the pokeball, but he defended me and promised I could stay out. Not only that, but because I'm out walking with him. He told me to let him know if I get tired. He really is a nice kid. Now Pikachu took a quick glance at Serena. That Serena girl isn't bad either. Although her feelings are quite obvious, seriously, I've seen Vulpix's with lighter red colouring. Then Pikachu looked back towards Ash. Guess watching them... Interact should cause some good entertainment. Although Ash has kept to his word, maybe staying with him won't be too bad with him.
Ash: Great, I'm finally here. On my journey to become the very best, like no-one ever was. With Pikachu by my side, nothing can stand in our way and we'll win the Indigo League. Here, Ash entered his own fantasy about holding the Indigo cup, with Pikachu by his side, and the entier crowd cheering his name. He then took a quick glance at Serena. Why was mum so insistent that I travel with her, I can handle myself. Maybe it was what Serena wanted to travel together. But then why didn't she just ask? I know she's shy, but we've been friends for years... Then again, she has always been more shy around me then Leaf or Drake or even Gary... Why. Here, Ash let out a breath of relief. Probably just nothing... Is it lunch time yet?...
Back in the, after everyone had left, Professor Oak was sat in his chair, skimming through his emails, nothing too important, junk mail, a couple new thesis from other regional professors and some fan mail... When will that Tracey Kid understand I'm not looking for a pokemon watcher to work with me. Daisy and I are managing fine by ourselves. Just as he was coming to an end of the emails, a man walked out of a shadowed corner.
"I see you finally found a trainer for Pikachu." The man spoke, as he entered the light, he was more recognisable. He has: Big spiky carmine red; a mixture of brown and yellow eyes; a dark blue suit with orange lining around the sleeves and chest area; there is also a dark belt around his waist, with some brown boots and orange heels, finally he has a brown cape, which is red on the inside.
"Yes Lance. I believe he is the most capable out of my new pupils." Oak replied, showing no signs of surprise.
"Hahaha, I remember when you'd have a heart attack with my surprise visits." Lance joked.
"Ah yes, although the more you do it, the less effective it is." Oak replied with a light chuckle.
"So tell me about the new group of trainers." Lance requested. "I believe it was five in total.".
"Yes. Three of them are aiming for the Indigo League, Drake and Ash Ketchum. And my grandson Gary.
There is also Leaf Green, who wants to complete the pokedex. Then, there's Serena Yvonne." Oak replied. Simple nod from Lance told the Professor to elaborate. "To begin with, most people see Drake or Gary as the most capable.".
"You don't agree." Lance guessed. Oak nodded before continuing.
"While they are both capable, Gary, as much as I hate to admit it, doesn't hold the right attitude. He believes all it takes is to catch a lot of pokemon to become a strong trainer." Oak explain. Lance smirked.
"Yeah, but I remember another of your pupils like that, and look where he is now." Lance replied.
"True. Gary is like his father in many ways, and if he changes his attitude, then he could go far." Oak replied with a friendly smile. "Then there's Drake, he is probably the most prepared out of the group. I have no doubt he'll make it to the Indigo League, although he lacks the heart to truly bond with pokemon.". Lance raised an eyebrow.
"Don't worry, I highly doubt he would do anything like your thinking, but without bonding, he will limit the intend his pokemon will preform for him in battle." Oak reassured.
"Leaf, I believe will complete the pokedex, she is very adventurous and energetic, so there's nothing to worry about." Oak explained, Lance nodded, he was a battle expert, so he can't really comment on Leaf or her goal, to each their own.
"Then there's Serena. She honestly worries me the most. She doesn't have a set goal in mind, and she only started her journey because her friends were starting." Oak continued.
"I wouldn't worry too much, after all a journey itself can help one discover there own dreams." Lance reassured. Oak nodded in agreement."Now what about Ash?".
"I believe Ash is the most capable out of all of them. He may not have the knowledge that Drake does, or the attitude of Gary, but he has the heart, and as his father has proved, that is the most important thing." Oak explained.
"Well considering who his father is, I can't argue, especially if they share the same talent." Lance replied.
"Well he can easily understand pokemon, if that answers your question. " Oak smiled, which Lance returned. "But only time will tell.".
"So how will you know?" Lance asked.
"You know Pikachu's history. Neither of us could get him to trust after months of trying. I'll know when Pikachu opens up." Oak explained, and Lance nodded in agreement. Here, Lance's poke-gear rang.
Lance answered it as the person speaking to him explained the situation, Lance clenched his fist in anger. After the call ended, Lance put the poke-gear away then turned back to Oak.
"Sorry Professor. There's an illegal gym operating outside of Cerulean City. Reports say the guy running it uses a whip to make his pokemon savage." Lance explained. "I have to go.". Oak nodded in understanding, and Lance walked back into the shadowed corned before disappearing, how does he do that...
"Ggggrrrr!" Ash's stomach growled. This broke the trio's thought train. Serena giggled, no matter Ash did she found it extremely cute, even his snorlax sized apatite. Pikachu sweat dropped, his stomach growl was embarrassing, and why is that Serena giggle giggling, could she be any more obvious?
"Hehehe, sorry guys. Guess it's lunch time." Ash sheepishly replied as he blushed lightly and scratched the back of his head.
"It's okay Ash. I'm actually a little tired as well." Serena replied with a bright smile. "At least we have a way to tell the time, at least.". Ash looked a little confused.
"What do you mean?" Ash asked, as he tilted his head with a confused expression.
"I mean... Your stomach always does that three times each day, the same time each day." Serena replied with a giggle. "It's like you're own personal alarm clock.".
"Hehehe, guess you're right." Ash replied, as he nervously laughed and scratched the back of his head, again. Ash looked around a bit, when he spotted a big oak tree.
"That looks like a good place to take a break." Ash suggested as he pointed towards the tree. Both Serena and Pikachu looked towards the tree.
"Sure. At least we can have some shade, for a bit." Serena cheerfully replied, she had been in a good mood since Ash invited her. Ash looked back to Pikachu.
"What about you buddy?" Ash asked, Pikachu was again taken by surprise, he really was trying.
"Sure, looks fine to me." Pikachu nodded, and with that, the three of them made their way over to the tree...
Once at the tree, Ash and Serena threw the backpacks of and down by their sides. Serena took out her pokeball and released Fennekin. The Fox Pokemon, crawled over to Serena and rubbed her head against Serena's leg with affection, while Serena took out a bowl from her bag, and placed it on the floor. She then took out a can pokemon food and opened it, pouring it into the bowl.
"Here you go Fennekin." Serena pushed the bowl in front of Fennekin. "Eat up.".
"Thank you." Fennekin happily barked as she bowed her head in gratitude. Fennekin then put her nose over the food a sniffed it, it really didn't smell off anything significant, so Fennekin decided might as well try it. As she at the food was extremely plain, as a fire type, she likes strong spices. Reluctantly, Fennekin continued eating.
"Hey Pikachu, not hungry?" Ash shouted up to his yellow partner up in the tree. Pikachu was lying down on a branch almost asleep.
"No. I snacked on a couple of wire at the old man's lab." Pikachu joked. "I'm stuffed.". Ash sweat dropped as he put the bowl back into his bag. He then took out his own boxed lunch, Delia prepared and sat next to Serena who was eating an apple. Ash starting eating at incredible speeds.
"Only an apple Serena?" Ash asked as he took a break to catch his breath. "What. Not hungry.". Serena looked at Ash, who had returned to his speed eating, and blushed, he always put others first.
"No Ash, I had a big breakfast." Serena reassured, as she shook the blush away. After a minute, Ash stopped eating, to reveal there wasn't even a crum left, while Serena was barely half way through her apple. Ash didn't want to rush them, and they hadn't stopped for five minutes, so no need to rush.
"So Serena. You never told me, what you want to do on you're journey." Ash spoke, trying to make conversation, since he helped her get out of Rhyhorn Racing, they never talked about her dream.
Serena about chocked on her apple, she knew she had to tell Ash the truth. Now is as good as a time as any, or as bad, as it may go.
"Ash..." Serena started, but hesitated before continuing. "... The truth is... I really don't have a goal or dream...". Serena sighed. Oh no, he's going to think I was just being selfish, going on journey without even a goal, what idiot does that?
"Why?" Ash asked,not in a mean way, but with general confusion. Serena blinked in confusion.
"Oh... Um... I, I didn't want to be left in Pallet. With you... and Leaf. And everyone going on a journey." Serena nervously replied, she also took a midpoint break. "I... Just didn't want to be left alone...". Ash stared at her, and water formed in her eyes.
"You, probably think I was being... Selfish, stupid..." Serena sadly mumbled, but was cut off.
"No. I don't think that at all." Ash stopped her, as he rubbed her back to comfort her, how he did when ever she or Leaf got upset. "It's only natural you wanted to be with your friends, and to be honest... If I didn't know what I wanted to do, I'd probably of done the same.". Ash gave her a friendly toothy grin.
Serena blushed at Ash words, he truly was the nicest boy she has ever met, no-wonder he is the one who holds her affection. It took a while, but Ash new Serena was fine, and so he decided he should see if there's any pokemon to join his team.
Ash stood up and took out his pokedex, trying to find what pokemon were in the area. It said there was the typical stuff, Magikarp, Pidgey, Rattata, Spearow, nothing to exotic. As he was pacing back and fourth.
"Pidge, pidge." Pidgey chirped as a group of three Pidgey's landed nearby. Ash and Serena looked over.
"Aww cool, Pidgey's." Ash excited commented. "They would make great team mates.". The Pidgey's heard this and turned there head. They really didn't care about this kid, if he trys anything, then they will defend themselves, if not, they can just continue their search for some lunch. Ash jumped up to just in front of them.
"Go, Pokeball!" Ash shouted as threw a pokeball, it struck one of Pidgey's as the other two flew off. The Pidgey was sucked inside the pokeball, and it fell to the ground.
"Alright, I caught a..." Ash cheered, but stopped when the pokeball started wiggling back and fourth.
"Urrr... What's it doing now?".
Pokemon need to be battled and weakens before they can be captured. Unless the pokemon doesn't put up any resistance. Ash's Pokedex spoke up. The ball continued to wiggle, until it burst open, Pidgey flew out and while in the air, flapped it's wings, creating a powerful winds directed at Ash, it even blew the pokeball into Ash's face. the combination of the strong winds and the hard hit from the metal ball, caused Ash to fall into the dirty. His Pokedex landed next to him.
"ASH!." Serena worriedly shouted as she jumped up.
"Urrrg, what was that?" Ash weakly asked.
A gust of wind is whipped up by wings and launched at the target to inflict damage. Ash's Pokedex spoke up again. Trainer's normally battle wild pokemon with there own. As Ash picked himself up, and dusted the dirt off, he heard Pikachu, snickering.
"Ha Ha Ha Pikachu, I'm sure it looked hilarious." Ash sarcastically replied with slight anger in his voice.
"Let's see you battle Pidgey.".
"No way. This is too good to miss out on." Pikachu replied, as his snickering continued.
"Fine." Ash angrily turned to face Pidgey again. "Just you watch, I'll catch, Pidgey by my self.". Ash then pulled out the blanket, Delia packed in Ash's bag. Ash held the blanket, one corner in each hand and had it fall down. He began sneaking towards the Pidgey as the bird went picking at the ground.
"Ash." Serena called out, a little concerned. "I don't think this is a good idea.".
"Don't worry Serena." Ash reassured as he closed in. "I will be just fine.". Serena sighed, she seriously doubted that, but she knew she couldn't stop this, but Serena took the initiative and packed up the few things they had out, something told her, they were in for a rough ride. Ash continued to tip toe forward, and Pidgey turned his attention to the boy, with a blanket. Does this kid have mental problems or something? Pidgey turned his head in confusion.
"Hey there Pidgey." Ash calmly whispered as he stopped just in front of Pidgey. "... Pidgey, your mine!".
Ash flung forward and pounced onto the tiny bird pokemon, covering it with the blanket, with his body covering the pokemon. Pidgey began attacking Ash with his beck, through the blanket.
"Aarrgg!" Ash cried out in pain, but he didn't let up. Pidgey's assault finished, which made Ash smile, thinking he won, he was about to let up, when he was being lifted off the ground, along with the blanket. It was another gust attack. Flying through the air, Ash and the blanket separated. Pidgey let up and flew away, all he wanted was something to eat. Ash crashed into the ground, and the blanket landed a little bit away.
"Aarrgg!" Ash repeated his cry of pain. Serena came running over, while Pikachu was rolling around on the branch with fits of laughter, if nothing else, going with Ash was worth it, just to watch this show.
"ASH!" Serena cried out in fear. "Are you okay?". As she got near, she slide onto her knees and helped Ash sit up.
"Yeah. I'm fine." Ash replied, followed by his typical toothy grin. "Just wish I could've caught Pidgey though.". Serena rubbed Ash's back to comfort him, which caused her to blush, normally it's Ash comforting her, not the other way, does he like her comforting him? No, she can't think about such things at this time. Ash needs words of encouragement, like what he has given her in the past. Serena took a deep breath…
"Don't be sad Ash, Pidgey may have got away today, but that just means you'll have another chance again." Serena told him with a warm smile, Ash returned the smile so Serena stood up, with determination. ""Hey, don't give up until it's over. Okay.". Hearing the same words of encouragement he used to help Serena, lite a new fire within him. Serena offered her hand, which he accepted and Ash jumped to his feet. Then Ash felt something weird in him, he pulled Serena into a hug…
"Thank you." Ash whispered in her ear. Why did he hug her? He doesn't know, but Leaf alway's hug him when she said thank you, and it just seemed the right thing to do... Then again, Serena isn't Leaf. Leaf is Practically his sister, and Serena has alway's been different, she acted different, talked different, sometimes it was like they were best friends, and other times... It felt like she was more... Meh, probably just in Ash's imagination. After all, their best friends, what else could they be?
When Serena felt Ash hug her, she jumped slightly, and blushed heavily, after she heard thank you, she practically melted into the hug...
The hug only lasted a few seconds but to Serena it felt like an eternity. Ash could of sworn he heard Serena groan when he let go. Once he did, he figured he might as well pack up. Serena stayed stood in the same place, truly enjoying the memory of what just happened. Ash had pack most of his things up, when he spotted his blanket. He made his way over when he noticed a lump around the middle.
"Guess there was another Pidgey." Ash thought as he kneeled down and picked up the blanket. Another bird pokemon hopped out, and glared at Ash, it wasn't a Pidgey. Ash decided to grab his pokedex:
Spearow, The Tiny Bird Pokemon. Unlike Pidgey, Spearow has a terrible attitude. It is a very wild and will sometimes attack other Pokemon and people. As his pokedex spoke, Ash's face paled, notably at the attacking people part.
"Umm... Hey there. Spearow... Sorry about the blanket... I really didn't mean to interrupt what ever it is, what you was doing... It was a terrible accident..." Ash nervously explained and apologised. Pikachu had since stopped laughing and got ready to attack if needed. "Are we good?".
"Ash... You okay?" Pikachu asked. Spearow saw this and shrieked, it launched into a quick attack, Ash barely had time to dodge, but he wasn't Spearow's target. Spearow continued at Pikachu. Pikachu was able to dodge the attack, but lost his balance and fell from the branch. As Pikachu tried to get up, Spearow unleashed a barrage of fury attacks.
Serena panicked as Spearow attacked, and Fennekin leaped into her arms.
"Fennekin, hide in you're pokeball." Serena told her fire fox. "You'll be safe there.". Fennekin agreed and Serena picked out her pokeball, and returned her. She then placed the pokeball back on her belt. Serena then turn towards Pikachu, who cried out in pain.
"PPIIIKKKAAA-CCHHUU!" Ash shouted as he charged towards the assault. Ash, rugby tackled the angry bird out of the way, and covered Pikachu protectively with his body. Ash couldn't even make out what Spearow was saying due to the anger.
"Pikachu... You okay?" Ash asked. Pikachu stared up at his trainer. Ash just tackled Spearow to save him... Maybe he could becoming his partner. After all, before those other trainers got Pikachu, he did dream about being a trainers pokemon... Maybe that dream will come true.
"Yeah... Ash..." Pikachu weakly replied, he then saw Spearow charging at Ash. Pikachu wasn't about to let that happen. Pikachu launched into a quick attack, the two collided and were equally matched. Pikachu, recovered quickly and launched a thunder shock at the Spearow. Ash was shocked (no pun intended), Pikachu just protected him. Spearow quickly recovered but now the kiddy gloves are off...
Spearow let out an ear piercing screech. From a nearby grotto, a giant flock of Spearow rose, all directed towards the trio. Ash, Pikachu and Serena all gathered together, and sweat dropped, there was no way they could handle an army. The original Spearow let out another screech and pointed his wing towards the trio. With there commands given, the army of Spearow's entered into a quick attack frenzy, all aimed at the trio. With fighting out of the options, and apologising already failing, they only saw one logical option... RUN!
Back in Pallet Town, Delia was sat having a cup of tea, when she had her sixth sense go off.
"So that's how long Ash can stay out of trouble." Delia thought with an amused smile, well, at least she isn't doing his laundry anymore.
Ash, Pikachu and Serena all ran as fast as they could. Looking to the sky, it looks like a storm is rolling in, great. Ash was brave, and took a quick look back, what looked like 300 Spearow, was chasing them, and weren't giving up. Ash inwardly sighed, looking at Pikachu, it was clear the mouse pokemon was getting tired, and Serena wasn't doing too good. Looking for a way out, Ash hastily looked around, he spotted a cliff and could hear running water... Ash got a very bad idea.
"Guy's... I've got an idea..." Ash told them, in between breaths.
"What is it?" Serena asked confused.
"No time to explain." Ash replied. "Do you trust me?". Serena stared at Ash after that questioned, after everything he's done, of course she trusts him.
"Yes... I trust you." Serena replied as she put her hand over her heart.
"And you, Pikachu?" Ash asked.
"Yeah Ash... Just get us out of here." Pikachu snapped. With permission from both, Ash put his plan into action. Ash grabbed Serena's hand, with one of his own, and swiped Pikachu up with his own. With both in hand, Ash drew them towards the cliff. Looking down, a river is seen.
"Ash! Are you crazy!?" Serena and Pikachu shouted in unison.
"What choice do we have?" Ash asked. "Stay here and get attacked?". Serena and Pikachu looked at each other, they knew he was right. With that they both looked back at nodded. With time running out, Ash took Pikachu and held him next to his chest, before fastening his jacket to keep him close. He then turned to Serena and gave her a reassuring smile.
"Ready?" Ash asked, being serious. Reluctantly, Serena nodded. With Serena and Pikachu ready to go, Ash wrapped his arms around Serena's waist and pulled her close. "Hold on tight!". Serena wrapped her arms around his chest, braving a look back, she saw the Spearow closing in. She remembered Ash counting down from three, and they jumped. As they fell, the Spearow arrived at the edge of the cliff, using there ability, keen eye, if these kids come up again, then they will make them pay. The trio fell into the river...
Further down the river, on solid ground, a girl is fishing. This is Misty Waterflower. She has: orange medium length hair, tied in a ponytail; with emerald green eyes and pale white skin; her outfit consists of red suspenders; a pale yellow tank top; deep sea blue denim shorts and yellow sneakers. Her day had been fairly uneventful, none of her pokemon has had a good battle, and she hasn't even had a bite. The Waterflower name is world famous, Misty is from Cerulean City, although left on a journey because of 'Family Issues', although the twelve year old does plan to return... When she turns sixteen and can take back her father's legacy... Oh, why can't something happen, she is so board.
As they broke the the surface, the trio went under the water. they were forced down the river by the current, Ash could've sworn he saw a Gyarados swim by. Although Pikachu was secure, Ash and Serena was feeling the exhaustion, and slowly started to separate. while at arms length, Ash regained his senses, and gripped Serena's hand, hard, interlocking his fingers, he won't lose anyone, no matter what.
Suddenly, Ash felt a tug on his jacket. There was two tugs, but it had little to do against the current. The third tug, was a lot harder. Ash, Pikachu and Serena was all pulled out of the water. Flying throw the air, Ash can't hold on much longer, and loses his grip on Serena.
The two of them land meters apart in the dirt. It was Misty who pulled them out of the water. Ash chocked as he attempted to breath.
"Aww, it's just some kid." Misty groaned. Misty then saw Pikachu as he too attempted to catch his breath. "Oh, and a pokemon. Are you okay?". Misty ran up to them as she spoke.
"Yeah. We're fine, thanks." Ash replied as he caught his breath and smiled weakly. He then felt a slap on the face. Ash looked at the orange haired girl that just hit him, and was surprised, why did she do that?
"Not you, your pokemon. Look what you've done to it!" Misty angrily replied.
"We didn't do this." Ash retorted.
Serena was angry, this girl had some nerve, sure, its okay to worry about Pikachu, but she can't just accuse someone of hurting there pokemon without any evidence, but you should also be worried for her and Ash. Plus there was absolutely no reason to hit Ash like that. If Serena wasn't so tired, then she would go in her sass mode that she uses to defend Ash, or warn other girls off him.
"Then how come you let him get hurt like that?" Misty yelled.
"I don't need this, she hasn't seen what happened and she just needs to mind her own business. Plus Pikachu is my priority, and she did just hit me." Ash thought angrily.
"It doesn't matter, what does is making sure Pikachu is safe." Ash retorted as he stood up, cradling Pikachu in his arms. "Do you know where I can take him?".
"Humph! You're in luck, Viridian City is a few miles that way." Misty grunted as she pointed in the right direction. "Their's a Pokemon Centre there, they will heal Pikachu.".
"Great, thanks." Ash thanked as he bowed his head in gratitude.
"Hey Ash, we can ride this." Serena called out as she pointed out a red bicycle. "We will make it in no time.". Ash smiled and nodded, this would save a lot of time. He ran up to the bike and lay Pikachu gently in the basket.
"Hey! That's my bike! You can't take it!" Misty shouted as she stamped her foot in frustration. Unfortunately, everyone's attention was drawn to the sound of a loud screech. The Spearow's are coming.
"Why won't these guys just quit?" Ash asked a rhetorical question. "We need to get going.". Ash jumped onto the seat, and Serena jumped on behind him, and wrapped her arms around Ash's torso, mainly to keep her balance since there is only one seat, but also because she wants to. Serena also has no problem with 'borrowing' this girls bike, after all, she did hit Ash. The trio rode of on their way at a decent speed.
"Come back here! You can't take my bike!" Misty yelled.
"We'll give it back." Ash shouted as they picked up speed. "Some day.".
"How dare they! They took my bike! They won't get away with this!" Misty clenched her fists in frustration, then she felt a few rain drops. "I better get to shelter first, looks like a big storms coming.". As she headed off to a nearby cave she saw earlier that day. She also secretly hoped the two kids and Pikachu would end up fine...
Riding along the muddy, Ash was peddling as hard as he could, he was focused fully on making sure Pikachu is fine.
"Don't worry Pikachu, we will get to the pokemon centre, there we will heal both you and Fennekin." Ash promised. The light rain drops got harder, and a strike of lightning lite up the sky.
"Oh, come on!" Ash shouted, this is the worst possible start, ever. The shock of the lightning present made Serena jump, and she jumped, throwing of the whole balance.
"Ash! I'm losing my balance!" Serena shouted as the bike tripped. Ash tried to turn to stay up, but it didn't work, and the flipped on it's side. Serena flew off first and banged her head against a rock. It wasn't enough to make her bleed, but it did knock her out. Pikachu also flew out of the basket and rolled over the ground. Ash, stayed on the bike, but it was on the side, as it hit the ground, Ash grunted in pain. It took him a couple seconds to come to, as he was a little dizzy.
"Serena... Pikachu..." Ash thought worriedly, he looked around and first he saw Pikachu. Ash crawled over to the mouse pokemon. Lying on the ground, Pikachu weakly looked up at Ash. The Spearow Screeched again.
"Don't worry Pikachu." Ash told his starter. "I'm going to sort this.".
"Just please go in your." Ash pleaded. "I know your scared, but it's the only way I can keep you safe. I'm sorry.". Ash placed Pikachu's pokeball by Pikachu's side and stood up, clearly in pain and limped towards The Spearow, stopping just a little bit away from.
"SPEAROW!" Ash shouted catching there attention, it was at this point, Serena came to. "My name is Ash Ketchum, from Pallet Town. And I am going to be a Pokemon Master. I can't be defeated by the likes of you. I will capture and defeat you all.". A lightning bolt striked down in between the two sides.
"Now. COME. AND. GET. ME!" Ash shouted, and with that, the Spearow went into dive bombs aimed at Ash. Serena looked worriedly, she was helpless, she couldn't make her way over there in time, why was she so weak, again, it's Ash protecting her. Why? Why does this always happen. Serena had tears in her eyes as the Spearow closed in. This was it…
"Pika pika pika pika pika!" Pikachu repeated as he ran to his trainers side. He jumped from the floor on to Ash shoulder, Ash was surprised as Pikachu leaped from his shoulder. "PIKACHU!". With the Spearow mere inches from him, Pikachu launched a thunder shock.
Lightning Rod: This ability draws in all nearby electricity and boosts the power of the pokemon. Ash's Pokedex spoke.
A lightning bolt struck Pikachu as the thunder shock was released, the lightning bolt supercharged it and created an explosion of electricity. the force blew Ash back, knocking him out, Pikachu also went flying in the same direction, Serena was re-knocked out, and the Spearow was either defeated or retreated... Misty's bike, was also fried. It was finally over...
Ash groggily came to. His vision was blurred, he can barely make out a light blue background, must be the sky. He blinked multiple times which helped his vision return. He noticed his head was on something soft, well, softer then the ground should be, the sky was completely clear, it must have been a while if the storm has passed. Suddenly, Serena appeared, towering over him, from the top of his head, his head was resting on her knee.
"Urr... Ser-ena." Ash slowly spoke.
"Ash. Your awake." Serena excited exclaimed. She woke up about half an hour before hand, and she spent that time, trying to make Ash, as comfortable as possible. She even had the medical kit her mother packed for her out, although she doesn't know what half the stuff does, so she wasn't the biggest help, she had been worried, Ash basically gave himself to the Spearow's to protect her... and Pikachu. And she couldn't do anything about, why does he have to be so selfless, it is one of Serena's favourite qualities about him, but she almost lost him. She can't let him do that again.
Ash weakly sat up, and turned to face her. He was about to say something, when Serena did something... Surprising... She slapped his face. Two slaps in one day, as well as being hunted by the Spearow, almost drowning, and taking a lightning bolt to the face. This is just not his day. Ash held his cheek which Serena slapped.
"AWW!" Ash groaned in pain. "What was that..." Ash went to ask, but was cut off when Serena tackled him into a giant hug, the tight grip hurt him with his swore body, but he was too shocked to even feel it. Serena just broke down and cried into his chest.
"You... Stupid, ridiculous, immature, stupid, Idiot." Serena cried as she thumped her fist weakly against his chest. "You would've died. If... Pikachu didn't.". More tears rolled out of her eyes, on to Ash. Ash was upset, he just wanted to protect Pikachu and Serena, was that so wrong?
"... Sorry..." Ash muttered sadly. With this, Serena reluctantly let go, and dried her eyes. Pikachu had woken up and weakly walked over to Ash, who pick him up in his arms, and cradled him like a baby. "Thank you Pikachu... How you holding up?".
"Never... Better..." Pikachu panted as he relaxed in Ash's arms, and then he licked Ash's arm where he had a scratch from the days events. Ash smiled that Pikachu had finally accepted him.
"Ash..." Serena spoke, causing the raven haired boy to look at her. "You can't do this again. You could've died with those Spearow attack, and you WOULD HAVE, if Pikachu hadn't... My point is, I know you like to protect everyone. But were on this journey together, and we want to protect you, just like you want to protect us.". Serena was being very serious.
"Serena... I..." Ash tried to reply.
"No Ash. Don't say your sorry, because we both know if the situation comes up again, you'll do the same." Serena scolded. Here, she put her hand on his hand and pulled it out, she turned it around and lay her hand on top of his. "I want you to make a promise. A promise that you want sacrifice yourself again. And no matter trails come up, we face them together.". Ash looked in to Serena's eyes. Ash nodded.
"I promise." Ash promised. With that the two trainers stood up, with Pikachu still in Ash's arms. "We should get going to the Pokemon centre.". Serena nodded and they started there journey, albeit at a slow pace.
"Hey Ash... Look up." Pikachu told his trainer, pointing to the sky. Both Ash and Serena followed the mouse Pokemon's direction and looked to the sky. A giant, golden bird was flying across the sky, it was flying towards a rainbow, it looked magical. Both Ash and Serena pulled out there pokedex's:
"Too far away to registrar." Both Pokedexes spoke in unison. With that... They made their way, on the road to Viridian City...
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