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Yes finally after all these years an actual update, I would like to apologize for the wait but at some moments I lost interest in this story, I hope many of my old followers are still here to enjoy this story. Just a heads up this chapter might give clues to who the criminal really is, in the form of interrigations. Now without further adieu…
Recap: Professor Oak said "Delia can I talk to you?"
CHAPTER 4: THE FIRST MONTH PART 2
"Ummm… Sure." Delia said. They both got up and walked into a hallway. Professor Oak started and asked "Delia why are you saying your husband is dead when he is alive?" Delia answered "Samuel I just can't tell anybody that I'm married to Giovanni, just think of what it will cause, I could be taken away or forced into hiding." Then, Professor Oak said, sympathetically "I understand completely Delia, but sometimes secrets are best kept … well secret, but you might not keep it a secret for long". Delia said calmly "That's a risk I'm gonna have to take now, let's head back to the cafeteria". So they head back and overheard Cilan talking.
"Well you see I started my buffet, A Taste of Striaton City, because we needed a steady income of money on our journey and I always find the time because you, Iris, and Ash always spend hours arguing over the location of the city gym that usually gives me some time to slip away and start this up". Iris said feeling guilty "I Should've treated him better. No one ever expected this and now I regret calling him a kid all those times". Gary asked angrily "You know, whose idea was it to let 10 year old kids wander the world alone?" Tracey replied "I know how you feel my parents let me become a Pokémon trainer when I was 10 but they didn't let me leave until I was older. I guess I should be thankful for that."
"I remember becoming a Pokémon trainer when I was 10. I also went on a journey, which was back in the 1940's. I guess they just never thought of stuff like this back then." Professor oak said answering Gary's question. So they all chatted about the stupid Pokémon trainer law and how this could've been prevented.
Meanwhile in Sinnoh…
We see Twinleaf Town the home of one of Ash's former companions. It was a sunny day as we zoom towards her house with a Glameow looking out the window. As we enter we see Johanna, Dawn's mother, watching the news on T.V. they were reporting the weather at the moment.
"And it looks like it's gonna be sunny for the rest of the week now on to you Matt" The weather girl said. "Thanks Mellissa for that report, Hello I'm Matt Green the reporter of international news and boy do we have a story for you it seems a 10 year old boy by the name of Ash Ketchum…" just then Johanna pressed the pause button on the remote and yelled "DAWN GET IN HERE THEY'RE TALKING ABOUT ASH!" Dawn ran in and asked worryingly "what's wrong?" Johanna then pressed the play button and matt, the reporter, continued "Ash Ketchum was shot in Unova yesterday and is currently receiving treatment at Driftveil General Hospital. Some of you might remember him as he participated in the Sinnoh league seen here in this photo " showing a photo of one of Ash's battles "*sigh* whose idea was it to let kids wander the world alone, I remember saying something like this when I saw that Simpsons episode. Hey Bryce remember what I said when I saw that Simpsons episode?"
Bryce answered off "screen" "oh yeah you said that a Pokémon trainer would get shot because of the stupid 10-year old law, but come to think of it matt how did you get from the Simpsons to a kid getting shot?" to which matt replied "uhhhhh…. Uhhhhhhh." And then yelled "SMOKEBOMB!" and then ran off. Then the camera pointed to the main news reporter and he said "Boy that was awkward. Anyway from all of us here at SBSN, Sinnoh Broadcasting Station News, we wish you all a good evening I'm Bill Richards signing off."
Dawn looked at her mom with a shocked expression and asked "Who would do this? Who would want to kill Ash?"
We now go to the Hoenn
In petalburg city a kid wearing Glasses and a green shirt was sitting on a couch watching the news. "…and yesterday the Hoenn Museum of History received a Working 1800's steam train, the manager of the museum, Steve henry, had this to say" A video showing the manager was then put on full screen and he said "Yes, it's very exciting to have received this train. Not many people today know of the industrial revolution and how it helped grow our great nation into what it is now." the video ended and the news reporter continued. "The museum's board of directors say that they hope to use the train as a ride able exhibit. Now on to you John..."
His co-anchorman john then said "Wow… We have a sad thing to report today, people who know him are asking who shot Ash Ketchum today… hey that sound similar to that Simpsons episode. Hey marc, remember that episode where it turned out the shooter was…" the main anchorman marc said "yes I do and don't remind me I lost 1,000 Pokedollars betting on Homer." The kid who we know as Max, May's brother, then ran into the dining room where the rest of his family was and then said loudly "guys Ash was shot! Turn on the news quick!".
Everyone in the room had a look of disbelief then Norman, his father, broke the ice "You know, Max, that I do not like jokes like that." To which max replied "it's not a Joke… just look" he then turned on the T.V. in the dining room, showing the news and John, the reporter, was talking "… sorry to get off topic ladies and Gents, to continue where I left off, people who know him are asking who shot Ash Ketchum today as the official report from Unova was released today. But it seems that yesterday a 10 year old Pokémon trainer named Ash Ketchum was shot in Unova and is currently at Driftveil General Hospital. I think I remember him; he was in the Hoenn league. To refresh people's memories we have a picture of one of his battles seen here…" showing a photo of one of Ash's battles. The main anchorman, marc, said sympathetically "wow just wow I hope they find the person responsible. Now let's go to Brianna with the weather…"
Everyone was shocked and in disbelief that Ash was shot. Then May said sadly "Ash just seemed like a good kid without any major enemies. Why would someone do this?"
And lastly in Kanto
Just north of Viridian Forest lies Pewter city the home of Ash's longtime companion. He was watching the news with a couple of his siblings. "…and it seems that President is urging people to do their part to help stop global warming and to conserve energy. And is urging congress to pass some legislation to help create more wildlife preserves, and to protect forests. Now back to you Chris…" said a newsman standing in from on the Kanto capitol building.
The news now showed a news reporter sitting at a desk and then said "thanks for that report that was Collin reporting live at Viridian city, now to the sad part of the news. Folks in all my years of being a reporter I have never reported on something like this but, I chose this line of work so I have to *sigh*. It seems that a 10 year old Pokémon trainer named Ash Ketchum was shot yesterday in Unova and is currently in Driftveil General Hospital. Ash Ketchum is a resident of Pallet Town and participated in the Kanto league and the battle frontier. Here we have a picture of each." Showing two of Ash's battles, Chris then continued "and remember when he saved the world when he was in the orange league. Wow that kid but, he was shot in Unova… uh oh…. This might not be good for international relations. Quick Jacob do we have any news on the lighter side?" He then finished.
Just then the phone started ringing and Brock answered it "hello…?" "Oh my god Brock did you hear the news Ash was shot!" yelled the person on the other line. Brock answered "yes I did Misty I'm still in shock from hearing it. I can't believe that someone shot Mr. Bur… I mean Ash. I hope Mrs. Ketchum's ok."
Returning to Unova
It was night and the conversation between the cast at the cafeteria seemed to have no end in sight. But just then a tall, Skinny looking man wearing a tailored suit and a black fedora covering some of his blonde hair walked up to them and said with optimism" Hello my name is Alex Priest, I'm 18 years old and I'm an agent of the I.R.B.I." he said showing his badge. "The I.R.B.I.?!" Cilan asked.
Alex then answered "yes the I.R.B.I., the Inter-Regional Bureau of Investigation. You all are probably wondering what it is exactly, but I'll tell you." He took a seat on the table and then continued "we are an organization that is not run by any one government. We deal with criminal matters such as major felonies, and criminals in hiding stuff like that. I was assigned to this case because a Kantoian, Ash, was shot in Unova and since Ash had been practically everywhere this makes the case very important. Now please if it's ok I would like to question all of you, one by one, it that understood?" the rest shook their heads yes.
"Now first I would like to speak to you" pointing at Iris "please come with me". They now went to another table away from the people there leaving Iris' Axew behind. They then sat down and Alex took out a notepad and took off his hat revealing more of his blonde hair and started "Ok first what is your name and age"
Iris: Iris Conner. I'm 10.
Alex: Ok. So where were you on the day of the shooting?
Iris: I was in the forest with Cilan and Ash. Ash went into the forest and an hour later Cilan walked into the woods looking for him later I heard a scream and I ran him after him.
Alex: Ok. So did you ever hold a grudge against him?
Iris: Yes, but it wasn't a "I'm gonna kill you" type thing it was kinda a Pokémon trainer thing
Alex: oh Ok so do you know of anyone who would do such a thing?
Iris: no not really, unless team rocket did this. But I didn't think they had the guts
Alex: hmmm… why would team Rocket be out here? They are a Kanto based organization.
Iris: they have been chasing Ash since the start of his journey
Alex: ok that's enough for now can you get Cilan over here
After the questioning Iris stood up and got Cilan. He then came and sat down. Alex finished writing in his notepad and started "Ok first what is your name and age"
Cilan: Cilan Dento. I'm 17.
Alex: Ok. So where were you on the day of the shooting?
Cilan: I was preparing dinner for our group while Ash was in the woods looking for Pokémon. It was getting late so I went in looking for Ash. Then I heard a gunshot and ran to where I heard it and saw Ash's unconscious body.
Alex: wow. So did you ever hold a grudge against him?
Cilan: Heavens no! I treated him rather fairly
Alex: Oh Ok so do you know of anyone who would do such a thing?
Cilan: I don't know maybe team rocket or it could've been his rival Trip
Alex: Can I have some more info on this Trip character?
Cilan: Trip is a blonde haired kid; he is a well-reserved individual who tends to keep his feelings to himself. He keeps this digital camera which he uses to document this journey. He also calls practically anything "basic".
Alex: Hmmm he sounds familiar. Anyway that's it for now. Can you please tell someone else to come over?
Cilan then left and told Gary to go to Alex as he was writing in his notebook. He then walked towards him and sat down.
Alex (mumbling): Now to ask the same questions over and over again.
Gary: What?
Alex: Nothing so what is your name and age?
Gary: Gary oak. I'm 10.
Alex: Gary Oak? You wouldn't happen to be related to Professor Oak?
Gary: Yes he's my grandfather. He's here with us.
Alex: Good ok. So where were you on the day of the shooting?
Gary: Whoa you not thinking I shot him are you?
Alex: Sorry kid it's just protocol
Gary: Ok so I was helping my grandfather out in the lab
Alex: Ok so did you ever hold a grudge against him?
Gary: Well to be honest (Gary was now feeling guilty) we were close friends
Alex: You know I may be a rookie but I could tell your lying, I can see it in your eyes!
Gary: Ok so we kinda had a Pokémon rivalry. I was mean too him… a lot. But that's over now.
Alex: Thanks for telling the truth. Now do you know of anyone who would do such a thing?
Gary: Team Rocket (he said firmly) it was definitely them.
Alex: Why Team Rocket?
Gary: They been following Ash since the start of his journey trying to steal his Pikachu
Alex: Why?
Gary: I don't know probably because it's stronger than an average one
Alex: Ok thank you, that's it for now. Can you please tell your grandfather to come over here?
He said as he wrote in his notebook. Gary got up and looked at Alex
Gary: Ok, hey catch the guy and bring him to justice.
Alex: I will do my best.
So Gary went to get Professor Oak. Oak got up and went towards Alex and sat down. Alex then started
Alex: Ok so can I have your full name and age?
Oak: Professor Samuel Oak I'm 72
Alex: Ok professor now, please don't be offended by these questions, it's just protocol.
Oak: I understand. Please continue.
Alex: Ok so *sigh* so where were you on the day of the shooting?
Oak: I was at my lab with Gary and Tracy.
Alex: Mmhmmm so, ok so did you ever hold a grudge against him?
Oak: No! He was a good kid I had no reason to!
Alex: Ok so now do you know of anyone who would do such a thing?
Oak: It was most likely one of the teams
Alex: Why one of them?
Oak: Ash has been foiling their plans, they probably wanted revenge.
Alex: Really Ash did that?
Oak: Yes. He was something special.
Alex: Ok thank you. I hope I have not offended you. And is Tracey with you?
Oak: No it's ok. And yes he is. Should I tell him to come over here?
Alex: Yes, thank you.
So Professor Oak went to go get Tracey. He then walked towards Alex and sat down. Alex Was writing in his notebook looking bored out of his mind.
Alex: *sigh* so what is your name and age?
Tracey: Tracey Sketchit I'm 15
Alex: Jeez I'm bored out of my mind right now.
Tracey: I know how would you like to see some of my Pokémon drawings?
Alex: That would be great.
Tracey gave his notebook to Alex and he looked at it.
Alex: wow these are great.
Tracey: Thank you. So you were saying?
Alex: Oh yeah! So where were you on the day of the shooting?
Tracey: Well I was helping professor oak in his lab since I'm his assistant.
Alex: Ok so wow (looking at the drawings), this is a good one, I mean, did you ever hold a grudge against him?
Tracey: Nope, Never!
Alex: I can easily tell you're honest. So do you know of anyone who would do such a thing?
Tracey: Nope sorry I don't think I know anyone who is brave enough to do this.
Alex: Ok so thank you for your time and here (giving Tracey's notebook back to him)
Tracey: You're very welcome. I' m guessing you want to speak to Mrs. Ketchum now.
Alex: Yes I would. Can you tell her to come over here?
So Tracey went to go get Delia. She walked over looking sad and sat down.
Alex: Now Mrs. Ketchum I'm gonna ask you some heart breaking questions now I need you to stay strong and try not to cry. So what is your name and age?
Delia: Delia Ketchum. I'm 29.
Alex: Ok so here's where it gets heart breaking. Where were you on the day of the shooting?
Delia: I was at my house then I went over to professor Oak's lab and that's where I heard about Ash.
Alex: Ok so please don't get offended by this question but, did you ever abuse your son?
Delia (almost crying): No I would never do such a thing. I love my son.
Alex: And I can tell that but what about his father?
Delia: He's dead. He died before Ash was born.
Alex: Delia I know about Giovanni but don't worry that's classified information.
Delia: Thank you, he left before Ash was born.
Alex: Ok. So do you think he would do this?
Delia (close to crying): I know he's the leader of team rocket and all but, I don't think he would do this.
Alex: Ok Mrs.' Ketchum thank you for your time
Alex closed his note book, put on his hat and they both walked back to the group.
"Ok so before I leave. Is there anything else I need to hear?" Alex asked. Iris answered "yes, before Ash was shot he yelled my name." Alex responded "that could mean anything, but I'll make a note of it. Well goodbye everyone I'll see you all again. And the I.R.B.I will do anything in its power to solve this case" He then left. Tracey said with relief "I'm glad that's over". Gary replied "you said it I felt like I was in N.C. Noire". Then Delia spoke to the group "I guess we are just gonna have to wait until he wakes up". They all agreed Cilan grabbed Ash's Pokeballs on the table and said "we have to give his Unova Pokémon to professor Juniper..." but just then Ash's Oshawott came out and looked confused he went over to Pikachu who was walking back and forth on the floor and stared talking to him.
Their conversation translated
Oshawott: Pikachu who are these people and what is this place?
Pikachu: this are some people who know Ash, don't worry they're friendly. And this is called a hospital it's like a Pokémon center for humans.
Oshawott: Why are we here?
Pikachu: Something bad happened to him. They say he was shot.
Oshawott: What does that mean?
Pikachu: It kinda means he fainted. When he got shot this red liquid came out of him.
Oshawott: Why is there fire inside Ash?
Pikachu: Oshawott fire is not a liquid. If fire was inside him he'd die.
Oshawott: Ok. So did you see who did this?
Pikachu: no I didn't all I just know is that he was a tall looking person. He said something, but I didn't understand it.
Oshawott: So, what's gonna happen now?
Pikachu: They said they were gonna return you and the others to professor juniper and then go back to Kanto.
Oshawott: what you mean I'll never see Emolga again? (Oshawott almost fainted)
Pikachu: I guess we're just gonna have to wait and see.
Their conversation ended and Oshawott tried the best he could to tell Cilan to recall him. Cilan understood and did just that and left to go transport Ash's Pokémon to professor Juniper. The rest gathered there belongings and followed Cilan. On the way Iris said to the group "I wonder what they said." Gary replied "I don't know I guess Pikachu was probably giving Oshawott a heads up on the situation". Iris said to Gary "I guess that what they were doing." They stopped at the entrance as Cilan was transferring Ash's last Pokémon. The professor Juniper said to the group "leaving already? Oh well I hope you all have a safe flight. See you soon." She then hung up. Cilan joined the group and just as they were about to leave Dr. Johnson ran towards them and said "oh thank god I caught you guys. I just want you to know that we will do anything in our power to help Ash. And you can come and see him anytime. Here..." He said as he handed a card to everyone "these cards allow you to see him anytime. It's very rare that we give these out so try not to lose them." He then finished and walked away waving at them, the group then walked out putting their cards away said their goodbyes and went their separate ways. Cilan said "I'm gonna go back to Striaton City. Goodbye it was nice to meet you all, if you're ever in Striaton city, come to me and my brothers restaurant." He then walked off. Iris then said "I'm gonna travel around Unova some more, see you guys later" she walked off while she waved to them. The rest of the group then went to the airport and went back to Kanto.
Throughout the whole rest of the month, Delia looked like she was holding up. She had received sympathy packages from both dawn's and May and max's family, as well as visits from Brock and Misty. Pikachu wasn't holding up though. He was in a state of on and off depression for what happened to his longtime friend. He also told Ash's Pokémon at professor oak's lab what happened, and they did their best to help him. Alex Priest also stopped by to let Delia know how the case was going on. Unfortunately the case was far from over.
Diplomatically speaking the political fallout was catastrophic. The Unova Pokémon league was postponed for two months, and a curfew for all Pokémon trainers in that region was instated. Travel through forest, outside of a vehicle, was allowed but not recommended. As for the other regions, they saw an increase in security for a month until the fears of another incident died down. And a Pokémon trainer law was being made by the U.N. As for Kanto and Unova Relations, they reached an all-time low for a while, as they played the blame game.
The first month of Ash's coma was almost up and Delia, Pikachu, Tracey, Gary, and Oak decided to visit him…
I hope you all have enjoyed this chapter. I cannot guarantee a quick update but, I will update as soon as possible.