Chapter 3: New friends in new places

Alright folks. Sorry for the long wait. I was kind a hoping for more reviews, and I only have one so far. Despite that I got 110 views so…yeah. I guess you win some and lose some. Anyway, without further ado, the next chapter:

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"Sorry about that, hon". Said Eevee as she stood over the wounded Spearow, which was groaning on the light grass. A pokeball hit the Tiny bird Pokémon and entered it, caught. Blue stood over it grinning at his first catch.

"Alright, I suppose you'll do. I'd rather catch a Dragonite, but until I get there you can help me."

Blue returned Eevee to her ball and prepared to head to the Pokémon center, but then heard rustling in the grass. He turned around and stared in shock.

Team Rocket.

There were two of them. He couldn't see their faces but he recognized their uniforms. The dark suits and the red R's embodied to their chest and back areas. Yes, it was definitely them.

A wave of anger flushed through him as he charged for them. He didn't care that they were two who much bigger than him, or that his Pokémon were exhausted, or that all of his potions were gone.

He just wanted to cause as much pain as possible.

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"Okay Sir, that'll be 1,000."

Red nodded as he reached into his wallet. After arriving to Viridian City and healing his Pokémon at the center, his first order of business was restocking. He replenished his supply of Pokeballs, as well as potions and paralyz heals.

Ash was in another corner of the shop, staring at the merchandise with interest. Hawkeye was perched on Red's shoulder, occasionally pecking him to remind him if he had forgotten something.

Red grabbed his purchases and stuffed them in his bag. "Okay, thank you mister I sh-OW! Oh yeah the change!"

After collecting his change from the amused vendor he was finally able to take in Viridian's surroundings.

Viridian was a simple city. There were a few houses, a shop and a Pokémon Center but under then that it was somewhat uninteresting. In fact, the most interesting building there, the Gym, was abandoned and empty. Red had learned that as soon as he entered the Center.

Red looked at his two Pokémon.

"Alright guys, there's not much to do here, so let's train and catch new members!"

Ash nodded, and Hawkeye smirked.

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"Alright guys! You are doing awesome so far!"

Red and his Pokémon were training for hours now, and the difference was beginning to show. Both Ash and Hawkeye were considerably more powerful.

Red was exhausted and drenched with sweat, but he had never been happier in his life.

"Okay. I think we're good here. The training was huge success!"

The Pikachu and Pidgey turned to their trainer. Ash was looking pumped, and Hawkeye was clearly proud of himself.

But then both of their expressions turned to horror as something purple rushed past them, aiming for their trainer.

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Red saw the purple creature sprint towards him and dove into the air. Instinctively he swung his bag, catching it with a blow and sending it flying. It landed on its feet and skidded backwards. The Pokémon was finally in view.

It was a small purple rodent like creature. Spikes were growing down its body, and it had giant purple ears.

It was a Nidoran.

The Nidoran turned towards his opponent and snarled, before being tackled by Ash.

The two wrestled and struggled with each other, until Ash finally managed to hit the purple Pokémon with a Thundershock. The Nidoran yelped in pain, but then kicked the Pikachu away. Before Ash could recover, the Poison type Pokémon charged into him and slammed into the mouse with his horn.

But before he could do more damage to the Pikachu, a blast of wind blasted him backwards, stunning him.

Red threw a pokeball at the Pokémon and it entered the ball. The Nidoran didn't break out.

Red cheered and held the ball in his hand.

"Yes!"

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"Oi, Tail feathers! I want a rematch."

"Hey friend. We're part of a team now. We don' fight. An' I'm pretty sure dat you ain't ready for another rumble."

Red and his team were spending the night at the Pokémon Center. Red himself was in the other room, talking to his mother. Ash and Hawkeye were greeting their new ally.

Ash rolled his eyes.

"Guys, please. I'm sure you both would have done great at killing each other!"

The Nidoran gave Ash a toothy grin.

"Sure as hell beat your sorry ass though."

Ash rolled his eyes again.

"Whatever. So, welcome to the team I guess. We haven't gotten too far as you've seen so far. So, our trainer Red will give you a nickname, and we start training tomorrow!"

The Nidoran scoffed,

"Listen rat, I'm already trained. I don't need anymore. And besides, I already have a name."

Hawkeye looked surprised, "You do?"

"Heh, that's right. My name's Gerald."

"Well listen punk. I don' know what issue you have, and I don' care. Yo' attitude is horrible, and if I find out you've been disruptin' the team, you answer to me."

"Pfft. And then I'll kick your ass."

Hawkeye squawked angrily and raised his wings, and Gerald pawed his feet on the ground.

"Guys, stop please! Please no fighting!" Red had arrived. Hawkeye gave a curt nod and fluttered to the window. Perching on the windowsill he tucked his head under his wing.

Red turned to Gerald. Gerald was surprised by the smile on his face.

"You need a name too don't you little guy."

"No I don't. My name is Gerald."

"How about… Tyrone."

"NO."

"Welcome to the team Tyrone!"

Red smiled happily, still ecstatic about the start of his journey. He had three great Pokémon.

"Tomorrow we'll be heading to Viridian Forest to train. I've asked around, and it turns out that the next city, Pewter, is just pass there. Viridian Forest is pretty big, so we'll be stuck there for a while."

The only Pokémon listening was Ash. He nodded his head. Hawkeye had already fallen asleep and Tyrone was pouting over in the corner. Red gave an amused smile.

"I guess they won't really care too much. Goodnight guys."

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Professor Oak was working late into the night, studying. He had finally finished his paper on Articuno, and was currently collaborating with Prof. Elm on a project comparing Pokémon evolution from Johto to Kanto. He was finishing up his papers when there was a tentative knock on the door.

Oak started, but nevertheless granted the person access.

It was Delia.

She looks tired. Oak was thinking.

Of course, this was to be expected. Of course she was worried. Her ten year old son was alone on a journey at ten years old. She clearly needed his help.

Delia turned towards Oak, confused.

"Sorry, was…did I go here?"

Oak looked to Delia, concerned.

"My dear Delia, are you feeling alright?"

Delia shook her head.

"I-yes, I'm fine. Just… tired."

Oak gave a strained smile.

"I know, my dear. Me as well. But don't worry. I'm sure the boys will be fine."

Delia nodded, and looked like she wanted to say something else, but seemed to change her mind.

"Y-yes, of course. Thank you Professor."

She left the building. Oak had offered to accompany her home, but she refused.

Delia knew she would be fine, she just needed some rest.

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"Welcome to the team Lucina!" Red shouted to his new capture.

Lucina was a small green caterpillar Pokémon, with many feet, big eyes and a orange horn on her head.

She was a caterpie.

Lucina stared in wonder at the huge human in front of her. She didn't know that humans were this huge.

"H-hello. Nice to meet you all. I'm happy to be on the team."

Ash smiled.

"Nice to meet you too. My name is Ash, this is Tyrone, and the Pidgey up there is Hawkeye."

"W-wait, d-id you say Pi-pidgey?"

Lucina looked up in horror at Hawkeye, who nodded to her.

"Nice ta meetcha' doll."

Lucina screeched and scurried in the other direction, but was caught by Red.

"WHOAH! What's the deal? Why are y-oh?"

Realization dawned on Red as he looked between Hawkeye and Lucina.

Hawkeye looked offended.

"Listen doll, I would nevah harm a 'mate of mine. You don't need ta worry 'bout me."

Lucina blushed embarrassedly and stopped struggling.

"S-sorry. Just instinct I-I guess. Nice to- Nice to meet you Hawkeye."

"Hey, now that this soap opera is over can we continue already. My levels aren't gonna raise themselves."

Red smirked.

"Looks like someone is getting impatient. Let's get training!"

Red set off through Viridian Forest, with four Pokémon behind him.

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And that's the end. Whew, longest chapter yet. I hope they continue to grow better with time.

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Thank you,
Shuckle Master