How's it going people? My name is Rylee and welcome back to...DUDUDUDAAA! It's Not Always Black and White! So here's the Part 2 of the past chapter. It get's really interesting the more you read, ne? I hope you guys enjoy it! Teehee!

Disclaimer: I DO NOT OWN POKEMON! I DO NOT OWN POKEMON!

Chapter 4 (Part 2?): A New Friend!

Dreams and nightmares flitted before her vision, but mostly nightmares, especially the one in the blue crystal cave. Touko's azure eyes fluttered open to take in her surroundings, only to close again when she noticed a small group of people at the foot of the bed she was placed on. There were numerous people, but she only caught a glimpse of a few. There was the triplets, Professor Juniper, and, to Touko's shock, Cheren. They were obviously in deep conversation, whispering intensely. She only picked up snippets of the conversation.

"-obviously Touko has a remarkable ability, well, according to Cheren." This was Professor Juniper's voice.

"When I saw her the other day in Accumula Town, she was talking to her Pokemon like it was any other person." Cheren cleared his throat. "I managed to speak with her a little about it. Touko said that she was able to understand small parts of Pokemon speech."

"Even without that, Touko bears striking resemblance to him." Cilan emphasized the last word. "And quite frankly, she has a sort of atmosphere around her that screams special."

"Either way, Touko must absolutely be told nothing about her gift and the history in which it has. I don't want word spreading that the Hero has been reborn. This discussion is over for now." Professor Juniper declared.

What in Arceus' holy name are they talking about?! , Touko mentally screamed. What Hero and what gift? After ranting in her head for a little, she finally "woke up" with a sleepy smile. The group greeted Touko and informed her on what had happened.

"After you fainted, we managed to retrieve Bianca's stolen Munna and a number of other abducted Pokemon. We turned the perpetrators in and they were questioned. Apparently, they are part of Team Plasma, a group of people who believe all Pokemon should be set free from trainers and hardships. They were promptly arrested. We returned here to get you and Deino all healed up. Despite how small that cut was, it was a nasty wound." Cilan nodded towards her bandaged forearm. "Right before you zonked out you muttered some very strange words. 'When the two great opposites collide, only one shall stand at the throne.' Pretty weird huh?"

Touko tried to think back but it didn't ring a bell. "I'm sorry I just don't seem to-, " BU-DUMP! She was cut off as a searing pain shot through her skull. She clutched her head with one hand as unfamiliar images darted across her vision. The came and went faster and faster, until she screamed. "STOP!" The room went pitch black as the light overhead blew out. All you could here was Touko's fast, rapid breathing. "Stop them…please, make it stop." Her voice cracked. Someone opened the window to let light in, the shocked faces of those around her stared at her in disbelief.

The first one to recover was Professor Juniper. "Touko," she addresses the distressed girl calmly. "You are very…" she struggled to find the right words, finally giving up with a sigh. "Touko you have an extremely rare and unusual gift for communicating with Pokemon. Not only that but, you have a small level of almost psychic ability." The Professor searched Touko's face, only to be met with a blank look.

The brunette seemed to contemplate what she was told for a moment. Finally speaking in a calm voice she said, "I understand most of what you said. About talking with Pokemon and what happened with the light just now." Touko fought to keep her emotions under control. "But, why me? Why do I have to be the one to carry this gift? Or should I say curse?" Her voice shook as angry tears slipped out of her eyes and dripped onto her hands. "I don't understand why I have to be put through this?!" Her voice rose at the end.

The Professor came up to her and stroked her long, brown hair. "Touko, honey, if I knew the answer I would tell you. Believe me; I'm just as lost and confused as you are. But for now, please refrain from working yourself up. That seems to be the trigger of your power, when you feel extreme emotion." The woman smiled sadly at the Touko. "And, sweet heart, we all will be here for you whenever you need help." Professor Juniper gestured to the group around the room, everyone was smiling encouragingly.

Touko took a deep breath and gave a small smile. She's right; I do have all my friends and my sister. And my Pokemon! Then a thought rushed through her head that made her panic. "Where's Deino and Oshawott?"

At that time Nurse Joy came in with all her happiness and kindness pulsing out of her. She smiled cheerfully, "Touko, in the room across the hall we have your Pokemon. But first let me change the bandage on your arm, alright?" Nurse Joy practically skipped to her giggling. After rewrapping it she bowed. "You're free to go now," she bowed. "Have a nice day!"

Touko beamed at the pink-haired nurse. "Thanks!" With that she jumped off the bed and ran to the other room, practically ripping the door of its hinges. "Oshawott?! Deino?!" She looked around to see that they were resting on a bed, conversing with each other. Oshawott seemed to be trying to convince the dragon-type about something. Noticing that Touko was there, they jumped into her arms, with "Oshaaaaa!" and "Deeeiiin!"

When the trio settled back down, they began to talk about what happened. Touko explained the conversation in the other room, the images, and how the light bulb exploded. The two Pokemon looked at her in wonder, they nodded to each other. "Osha, osh, osh. Osha?" The water Pokemon was explaining how when Deino was trapped, Touko came to his rescue, and how much he wanted Touko to be his trainer. The Deino looked down, embarrassed.

Touko's eyes lit up and she picked the little dragon up. "Of course you can come with me! I was about to ask you, but you took the words right out of my mouth. I wouldn't want to have it any other way." The Deino nuzzled close to his trainer as she tapped him with a Poke ball. It rocked three times and then Touko yelled, "Way to go! I got a Deino!" She let him out of his Poke ball. "Now that your mine, don't you want a name?" The Deino happily cried, but Oshawott only gave Touko the death glare. "What is it Osha-" It finally dawned on her." I'm sorry buddy! I never gave you a name did I?" The Oshawott cried out, "Osha!" Touko took that as a "finally!"

"Fine, fine, I'll name both of you then! How about…Rogue for Deino and…Jet for Oshawott?" The two contemplated those names for a moment before smiling happily, satisfied with the name choice.

Touko looked over at the door to see the triplets standing there, smiling at the scene. "Touko, Rogue, and Jet…a powerful combination! Lightly simmering on the outside, but a blazing fire on the inside." Cilan proclaimed, cleared his throat and addresses Touko. "Can we talk to you, please?"

"Sure!" Touko smiled.

"Well, as you probably know, Striaton City has a Pokemon Gym. And I heard from your friend Cheren that you want to beat the Unova League. Before all of this happened you were looking for the Gym I presume?" At this Touko nodded suspiciously. Chili handed her a paper.

"Well, here's a map to the gym! It tells you clearly how to get there." Chili winked with a grin. Cress just rolled his eyes.

"My brothers and I hope to see you there today, Touko. I mean, if you don't mind battling and stuff…" Cilan broke off the sentence as he looked at Touko's face. Her blue eyes were wide with shock and her small mouth was opened a little. Dang, how cute can she get?!, the triplets thought at the same time.

"W-wait…you mean to tell me that you guys," realization was plastered to her face. "Are the Striaton City Gym Leaders?!" Touko was met with smirks from the waiters.

"You're right on the money Touko! That's exactly who we are, but I hope this doesn't stop you from trying out our Gym…" Cilan, scratched his head nervously.

Touko was silent for a moment, and then set a determined grin on her face. "Are you kidding me? That only makes me more pumped up to battle now!" She bounced up and down happily. "Hurry and get to the Gym so I can come over A.S.A.P!" She started to push the triplets out the door.

"W-wait Touko! Hold on!" But she just pushed them right out of the Pokemon Center. They spilled out on the concrete, with Touko waving energetically.

The three brothers stood up rubbing their back sides. "Jeez, what a girl!" Chili said with a grin. Then they made their way back to the Gym, grumbling about how there aprons were stained.

Soooo...Did you like Rylee's work today? I think it might be a little short, but it contains a lot of detailed information. Also, whose this Hero? Well I can't tell you that until the time is right! Touko finally knows who the triplets are AND names her Pokemon. We also got a new buddy for adventure. Rogue the Deino! I chose that name because that's what I named my first Deino, so it's special to me. Oshawott also has a name now...Jet! I like that name for a Oshawott. (Again, I had a Pokemon named Jet, though it wasn't an Oshawott) I hope Rylee covered everything that needed to be covered. Hope you enjoyed, ne? Stay cool peeps. I know you will!

Love you guys!

Rylee XOX

P.S. The next chapter will be up soon, ne?