After this update, I'm not sure when Ill be able to update again, so please bear with me. This chapter introduces some new characters. Let me know what you think of the dialogue, as that's gonna be my main concern during this story. Anyways, Chapter 4 everyone!

The two headed towards the Pokémon Center. Once they got there, Jake walked over to Nurse Joy.
"I'd like to register for the tournament please," he stated.

Nurse Joy nodded. "Just fill out this paper work, and you're good to go." She looked up at him. "You-you're Jake Smith right?" she asked.

"Yep"

"Congrats on winning the Hoenn League! I'm sure you'll do well in the qualifiers."

"Thanks Nurse Joy. Can you also look after my Pokémon for me?" He asked.

"I'd be happy to."

"Thanks. I'll be back in a bit, I'm just gonna walk around for a bit." He handed her five Poke Balls, keeping one with him.

(A/N Eevee doesn't have a Poke Ball, as he's not officially captured. More will be explained later).

"See ya later!" He smiled.

He walked out and started to stroll around. As he was walking, he heard two people arguing up ahead.

"Leave me alone Drew," a girl shouted.

"Why? Don't tell me you're not still interested" came the reply.

"That was four years ago, and you blew it. LEAVE ME ALONE!" She shouted.

"Whatever," the green-haired teen turned around and walked away, flicking his hair.

"Uh, sis, people are starting to stare," said a boy, noticing the people turning their heads at the fiasco.

"Ugh! I hate him! He just doesn't seem to get it!" she exclaimed.

Jake walked up to the group, seeing a green haired boy walk away. He then looked at the girl. No way! He thought to himself. That voice! that figure! but the dead giveaway has to be the bandana. She always wore that bandana, not to mention she looked good with it on!. Taking a deep breath, he spoke up.

"Get what?"

Both the girl and the younger boy turned around at the newcomer.

"No freakin way!" The girl exclaimed, surprised at the sight.

"Miss me May?" Jake smiled.

"It's been way too long! How have you been?" She replied.

"I've been doing well. I'm not a fan of talking out in the open, wanna head to the Pokémon center to talk?"

"Who is this guy May? And why does he look familiar?" The boy stared at Jake for a moment. "Wait you're Jake Smith right?" he asked.

"The one and only."

"Max, I wouldn't really expect you to remember him, but he used to come over to our house all the time when we were little. We were practically best friends. You were six when he left to become a Pokémon Trainer," said May.

"Speaking of Pokémon, I've heard you're a coordinator now?" Jake asked. The trio started walking back to the Pokémon Center. "So that means you've gotten over your fear of Pokémon, right?"

"Yep!"

"Who'd you pick as your starter?"

May smiled. "I'll just show you. Blaziken, take the stage!" she exclaimed.

A tall Pokémon with powerful red and yellow legs, with cream colored feathers jutting out from its head appeared. The feathers also wrapped around its upper torso, giving off the impression of a vest. It had a red beak.

"Blaze." It said.

"Meet Blaziken!"

"Hey Eevee," Jake said, turning towards the Evolution Pokémon on his shoulder. "Should we introduce our friend?"

"Eevee!" He exclaimed, nodding his head.

"Alright then," he said, pulling out the one Poke Ball he had with him. "Blazer, engage!"

Out came a Blaziken, with a series of sparkles, but this one was different. His body was a darker shade of red, and the hair-like feathers were white instead of cream.

"Wow, a shiny Pokémon?" Max asked.

"Yep. Professor Birch said that he'd never seen anything like him before, and he wanted to make sure that I wanted him, but my decision was final, and he's been my strongest battler ever since. My other Pokémon are with Nurse Joy right now, since they need to be in tip-top shape for the qualifiers tomorrow. You're entering too, right Max?"

"Yeah! I'd never pass up a chance to be world famous!"

They had arrived at the Pokémon Center and walked in.

"Hey Nurse Joy!" Jake said.

"Hey Jake! You're Pokémon are all ready to go for tomorrow."

"Thanks." Jake collected his Poke Balls and put them on his belt. He recalled his Blaziken in the process. He turned towards May and Max. "I haven't had lunch yet, wanna come with me? We could catch up some more."

"I'd love to! Whaddaya say Max, you in?"

"Sure, seeing as though I don't really have a choice. I know a great place to eat up ahead." He stepped forward and walked out.

Jake turned towards May. "Who was that guy back there? He seemed to be giving you a hard time back there." He asked.

"Just some guy I dated a few years ago. One of the worst mistakes I've made, and now he won't leave me alone, especially when we compete against each other."

"So he's a coordinator too?"

"Yep."

They arrived at a diner and walked inside.

"Hello, and welcome to the Giant Wailord!" a waitress said. "Is it just you three today?"

"Yeah, just us."

"Alright then, follow me." She led them to a table, and handed them menus. "I'll be back in a few minutes to take your orders. What would you like to drink?"

"I'll have a Pecha berry Soda please," said Jake.

"Same as him," said May.

"I'll take some Oran Juice please," said Max.

"Certainly," she said. "I'll be back in a few minutes with your drinks." She turned and walked away.

"So how have you been doing in your gym quest Max? Jake asked.

"I've gotten all eight from Hoenn, but lost in the semi quarter finale at the Hoenn League. Some guy with a Salamence was able to take out half my team, and I wasn't able to recover."

Jake chuckled. "I remember that guy; Maverick was able to take him out after I lost Shadow to him."

"Wait, you were in the Hoenn league!?" Maxed asked, a surprised look on his face.

"I WON the Hoenn league. I faced the guy who beat you in the finals. His Aggron didn't go down easy, that's for sure."

"So it WAS you who won," May said. "I wasn't sure, but I saw it in the newspaper."

"Yep. I came back after coming in the top four in the Kalos League." He replied. He laughed again. "There is some tough competition out there, but I definitely enjoyed every moment of it."

"So have you been to all of the regions yet?" May asked.

"Yep. Hoenn, Johto, Kanto, Sinnoh, Unova, and Kalos, in that order. Now I'm back here for the qualifiers of the World Tournament."

"I've always wanted to compete in the Sinnoh contest circuit!" May said, a dreamy look in her eyes.

"I saw some of those, they definitely like to dress up for those. While we're on the topic of contests, how have they been going?"

"Are you ready to order?"

"I am. Order what you want, it's on me guys." Jake said. "I'll have the roasted Farfetch'd sandwich."

"I'll have a large bowl of ramen please," May said.

"I'll have the Ducklett legs please, with a side of fries," Max stated.

"Certainly, it won't take very long," the waitress said before walking away.

"Back on topic, how have your contests been going?"

Well, in my first circuit, back here in Hoenn, I got into the top eight, I then got to the top four in the Kanto grand festival. After that, I split up with Ash and Brock and decided to compete in Johto. I placed second there. I finally got my first win after coming back to Hoenn. I've been off the circuit for a while, but I plan on going to Sinnoh after the tournament."

"Sounds like you've had some accomplishments!"

"Yeah, I guess," May replied, slightly blushing.

"Don't be so modest. The top eight in your first run? That's pretty good. Plus you've won a Grand Festival. Not many coordinators can say that!" Jake replied, smiling.

"But some will brag about it," May muttered.

"Don't worry about that guy, he's old news. Focus on the present, and don't dwell in the past."

"Okay!" She exclaimed. She looked over and saw that the food had arrived. "Yay food's here!"

They looked over, and sure enough, there food had arrived amidst their conversation. They started eating.

"This is really good!" Max exclaimed.

Jake thought for a second. "May, you mentioned an Ash right?"

She looked up at him, taking a second to swallow the ramen in her mouth. "Yeah. Ash Ketchum. Why?" She asked.

"I've always wanted to meet him. I remember hearing about his achievements right before I left for my journey. I'd definitely like to battle him someday." He replied.

"Knowing Ash, you'll probably meet him at the tournament. I'm sure he'll qualify, and I'll introduce you to him."

"Sounds good." Jake said.

They soon finished eating. "Are you sure you want to foot the bill?" Max asked.

"Yeah, I don't have a problem with it. It's nice to catch up with old friends.

"Are you sure? I'd be more than happy to split the bill." May said.

"This ones on me." He paid and they walked out.

"Don't worry though, since you offered, you can buy us ice cream! Jake winked.

"You sly little..."

"Who's this? You're new boyfriend?" A voice from behind them said.

May turned around, her cheeks turning a little red. They went from red from embarrassment to red in anger.

"What the hell do you want Drew?" She fumed.

"I wanna know who this guy is. Making you pay for ice cream for some guy you've just met."

"Here we go..." Max muttered under his breath.

Jake stepped in.

"For your information, I've met her before. I don't know what your problem is, but I don't like your attitude you little shit. She's asked you to leave her alone, and I suggest you do so."

"Drop the tough guy act, you don't know what you're getting yourself into." Drew sneered.

"I guess I'll have to show you the hard way then. Three on three. No time limit. I win, you leave May alone, and do not come near her again. You win, and I'll leave and let her settle this herself."

"You got yourself a battle then," Drew replied.

"Hey, don't I get a say in this!?" May yelled.

Jake leaned over and whispered in her ear. "Don't worry, I know who he is, and there's no way he'll beat me." He stepped back, speaking louder this time. "Besides, you'll love the look on his face when he gets crushed. Mind holing Eevee for me?"

"Sure," she sighed. "Max, be the referee please."

Max looked annoyed. "Why am I always dragged into this?" he muttered under his breath. "Okay sis, only so he'll get off your back."

Edits: I added a little bit in, right before Jake meets up with May, so it would flow better.

Well there's chapter four. The introduction of May, and Max, with some Drew bashing included. Sorry Contestshippers, but I'm an Advanceshipper, so I can't pass the opportunity to bash Drew. I had him in here for two reasons. 1 its Slateport, his home town. And 2, I needed the best way to introduce May. I found this to be the easiest way. Moving on. Next chapter will introduce Ash, and follow his posse for a while. Sorry, but this battle will be on hold for a while. End of spoilers. Please let me know what you felt about the dialogue, I felt it was a little weak, but my opinion is vastly biased. Hope you enjoyed it, and I still need OC submissions! Please R&R!