Author's Note: I apologize for the delay in this chapter. New semester at school means new classes, new homeworks, and a research project *sighs*. That is now all out of the way though. Now it's back to the old routine. Sort of.
From this point forward this fic is being co-written by a friend of mine, Live Like Music. A while back some other people and I helped with a Digimon fic that sadly died off. She's asked me to help her with another one, and in return she's helping me with this. While that means there will be more time in between updates, quality (and as you can see length) will increase.
Speaking of co-writing, I've been meaning to say this. Those of you who send me character profiles for people to use in the fic, I appreciate it the attention and attempts to help. But, with the exception of Bella (Live's person), I don't like using other people's characters. It's nothing personal, I just don't like it. Heck, only reason I'm using Bella is because Live is helping me write. Otherwise...okay I'd probably still use her. But I'd have nagged her about Bella often enough she would have still been co-writing. Anyway, onto the point. Again, appreciate the attempts to help, but please don't send them in unless I ask for assistance, deal?
"It's good to see the sunshine again," Will commented as he took his first steps out of Darkroot Forest.
After the encounter with what he was pretty sure was a ghost in those dark, claustrophobic woods, he desperately wanted to be out in the open with some sunlight. And Greenway Valley was just what the doctor ordered. The route was dominated by a giant hill, with a dirt path that went right over it. From the top one could get a perfect view of the surrounding area, and the nearby town of Verdeville, otherwise known as the place where the first gym of the region was located.
Will was filled with excitement, glad to be so close to his goal. Normally his partner Squirtle would share in his joy, but right now the turtle Pokémon was safe and sound in a Pokeball to rest up. So that meant Will was by himself, but he didn't mind. Soon they would reach Verdeville and win that badge. First, however, they had to get through Greenway Valley.
He took more steps forward as the light from the sun cascaded brightly across his body. He used one of his hands as a visor to stop the sunlight from reaching his eyes, and moved his gaze across the landscape. It was a very pretty part of the region. It seemed calm enough, too.
A sudden rustle in the bushes caught his attention, sending a ripple of fear – or was it excitement? – down his spine. Another Pokémon? He was about to find out. A smirk crept across his face, and he began his slow trek toward the undergrowth, inching forward as slow as he could so he wouldn't scare the Pokémon away. If it was a Pokémon, surely he would not let it get away. The bushes rustled again, and he froze.
"Oh, it's so cute!"
That definitely was not the voice of a Pokémon. The sound of it made Will's brow furrow. But he didn't even have time to think or call out a hello before a tiny Pichu dashed out of the forest like mad, leaves stuck in its fur. He blinked at the comical look the electric mouse had on its face, and suddenly another shape shot from the undergrowth like a furry bullet.
He recognized the shape of this Pokémon, but its coloring was unfamiliar. The mammalian creature had ghostly-pale grey-blue fur that was nearly white, a collar-like mane of white fur, and a bushy white-tipped tail. As it gave chase to the Pichu, the Pokémon's eyes turned and glimpsed at Richard.
He sucked in a sharp breath, and he almost seemed immobilized by the big blue eyes that the Pokémon possessed. An Eevee! He released his breath when the shiny Pokemon turned his attention back to the Pichu, his grey body now shimmering in a cloak of sparkles. The Eevee kicked up his paws and ran faster than Richard had ever seen, leaving a stream of light behind it.
More movement from the bushes caught his attention and he turned, staring in wonder as a girl around his age stumbled from them. Richard froze, and the girl blinked at him with a warm curiosity as she noticed him, sending him a soft smile.
Again, she was young, around his age. She had flowing, chocolate brown hair that cascaded just below her shoulder-blades and side-bangs that swept into her icy-blue eyes. She wore faded blue skinny jeans, a white tank top with a dressy, black vest over it, and a light grey scarf around her neck.
Will had to hold back a laugh when the wind ruffled around the girl, making her black newsboy cap slide down her head to cover her eyes. He smiled, amused, when he heard her annoyed mutters and pushed the hat back up to its proper place on her head.
Her eyes caught his briefly before she ducked down to dig through the dull-yellow pack that she carried. Pulling her hand out, the sunlight glinted on the Pokeball that she held grasped in her hand. She took a ginger step forward, her focus now completely on the shiny Eevee and the Pichu that he was attacking.
Will turned just in time to see the shiny Eevee ram into the Pichu using its Quick Attack. The electric mouse fell to the ground with a squeak, and it tried to struggle to its paws, failing miserably. The Eevee crouched over the Pichu triumphantly, making sure that it did not run away again.
The girl used her free hand to tug her hat tighter down on her head, before tossing the Pokeball at the Pichu. "Go!" The ball sailed through the air, and the Eevee took a tentative step backward as the ball came closer.
Will watched intently as the capturing device bounced off of the Pichu and opened, sucking the mouse inside of it. The ball fell softly to the ground, swaying back and forth as the Pokémon inside struggled to break free. And just as he thought it was captured, the Pichu broke out of the Pokeball and dashed back into the forest before anyone could blink.
Will noticed that the girl's face had dropped into a frown. He inched forward a step to try and comfort her, since no trainer likes to lose a Pokémon like that. He stopped though as he heard her mumble something.
"Oh, I wanted that Pichu. He was so cute."
Will had to choke back a small laugh at the comment. Out of all the possible reasons to be sad about not catching a Pokemon, he didn't expect cuteness to be a factor. The girl gave him a quick glance before she noticed that the Eevee had returned, apparently to comfort her. She picked up the grey-furred Pokemon, who proceeded to lick her face.
"Don't worry about it Eevee, you did your best. I'm sure we'll catch that Pichu next time."
The two of them just continued talking about the Pichu for a moment before the girl realized that Richard was still there. Her depression seemed to melt away instantly, and soon there was a sense of enthusiasm surrounding her as she started talking.
"Hi there. My name is Bella and this is my partner Eevee. Sorry for ignoring you for a moment, but I really wanted to catch that Pichu. I'm sure as a trainer you understand that happens sometimes."
"Uh, yeah, I guess so. It's no problem at all," Will said as he rubbed the back of his head. He never was really good at people skills, whether he was talking with girls or other guys. Looking down at his belt he remembered Squirtle's existence.
"Anyway, my name's Will, and this…"
He pulled out the Pokeball, and with a flash of red light the turtle-like Pokemon was out… sleeping like a rock. Will felt a sense of embarrassment at the scene, but continued talking anyway.
"This is my partner Squirtle. He's a bit tired. We just got out of the woods and…" Glancing up from the sleeping Pokemon, he noticed that Bella wasn't to be found. Her Eevee was still there, obviously annoyed by something. Following his eyes, Will located the girl.
"He's adorable Will, and he looks pretty fit too. His shell looks like it's in good shape and everything," She said, eyes twinkling with delight and enthusiasm.
"Thanks. I just got him the other day from my grandpa, Professor Isaac," He replied, not really sure if she was paying attention to him.
"You're a new trainer then?" Bella asked, looking up from his sleeping Squirtle to gaze at him. Her eyes twinkled playfully. "So am I. But... I don't come from Perslas. I started my journey in Kanto, but we were relocated to here because of my dad's job."
Will blinked in surprise, crouching down to scoop up his sleeping Squirtle in his arms, and to become eye level with the other trainer. "Really?" he murmured. "I never heard of that happening to a trainer before."
Bella shrugged as she stood up, and Richard quickly mimicked her movements. "I actually had the choice to continue my journey in Kanto, while my parents moved here," she said. "But I wanted to stay close to my parents. And so did Eevee, I think." She glanced down at her Pokémon. "My Eevee actually was hatched from an egg that my father's shiny Vaporeon laid."
"Sounds like a good reason to me." Will commented, not really to sure what to say after that. He just stood there for a moment, embarrassed by the awkward silence that they were in.
"So then, have you caught any other Pokemon, or is Eevee your only one?" Will asked, hoping getting to such a comfortable topic would break the awkwardness.
Bella started to frown a little bit, looking down at the ground like she was a bit ashamed. She shook her head, responding with a, "no, not yet." She quickly bounced back and she turned in the direction the Pichu had run earlier.
"But as soon as I can find that Pichu I guarantee you that I'll have another one," She said with a grin, looking as if she couldn't wait to get started on the hunt. Will saw this enthusiasm, and since he didn't have anything else to do, he decided to offer to help the girl. Besides, her excitement was a bit contagious.
"Well, I have a Pidgey and a Nincada with me, along with Squirtle. I'm not in any rush or anything, so maybe I could help you out?" He said, shifting Squirtle around a bit as his arms were getting a bit tired of holding him.
"That would be great! Eevee and I will go this way, and you and your Pokemon can go that way," She said as she started running in the same direction Pichu had gone.
"Come on Eevee, let's find that Pichu before he gets too far away," She called. Eevee quickly glanced up at Will before running off. The look on the Pokemon's face wasn't that friendly, and Will had a feeling he didn't like him much.
"Well, I guess I better get started. Squirtle, Squirtle," Will said as he lightly tapped the Pokemon, hoping to wake him up. Soon Squirtle's large eyes began to slowly open, and after a quick yawn, he started to eye the surrounding environment, a bit confused.
"I guess you were expecting a town, right? Well, I just met this girl chasing a Pichu and I offered to help. You can either help to or go back to sleep," he told his partner as he set him back on the ground. For a moment Squirtle just stood there, obviously thinking about his choice. Eventually he stopped, and with his version of a thumbs up. It was set. They were going to help Bella get that Pichu.
"Alright then, if Pichu ran that way, then we should start over here…" Will started to mumble as he and Squirtle started to explore the surrounding area.
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Meanwhile, there was another searching for this same Pichu. It was an older, scruffier man. He was wearing a vest with several Pokeballs attached to it, a pair of blue jeans, and a white T-shirt. At the moment he had a Pokedex out, searching the area for any signs of the Pokemon.
"According to that tracker I got on the little guy last time, he should be in this area. Just hope no one else finds him first; got a lot of money on the line here."
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"Let's see... Let's see," Bella mumbled as she ducked her head to crawl through the underbrush. "It's got to be around here somewhere. I mean, really – how hard can it be to find one little Pichu?" A sharp branch jabbed into her side, making her wince. "Okay, ow. I guess it is pretty hard."
She stood up and brushed the sweat off of her forehead using the back of her hand. She sighed dejectedly. If only I hadn't stopped to look at Richard, she thought to herself. If I had only concentrated more, I'm sure I could have caught it. I could have talked to Will afterward, anyway. Her smile brightened. Oh well! Will is nice.
"Uree?" Eevee looked up at the floatly expression that his trainer had on her face, confused and a bit angry. Weren't they supposed to be looking for that Pichu? And anyway, he wasn't quite sure about Will yet - if he liked or disliked him. But he was guessing that they would be spending quite a bit of time with him, until they reached the next town that is.
"Oh! Uh, um... Let's keep looking, shall we?" Her expression changed from dazed to determined in less than a second. "I'm not leaving this forest without that Pichu!" She looked down at Eevee. "Right, buddy?"
"Uraa!"
"Good." She smiled happily down at her shiny Pokemon. She began to hum a happy tune as she walked backward through the forest. And that was the thing about Bella, she was such a bit of an airhead that she didn't care - or realize - that it was dangerous to do that. Especially if you bump into something, or someone, for that matter. And that's exactly what she did.
"Oof!" She rubbed the back of her head awkwardly, her eyes clamping shut as she tried to process what just happened. "I'm so sorry," she apologized profusely as she opened her eyes and turned around, "I wasn't watching where I was go..." She gasped.
"Oh, sorry for that. I was a bit distracted by the flowers," a young woman's voice said in reply. She was wearing a long, blue dress with a pink edge on the bottom. Her shoes were a pair of white dress tennis shoes. Her hair was blond and went all the way down to her mid-back. Nearby there was a pail with a Pokeball and some flowers inside it.
"No, no, it's my fault. I've been looking for a Pichu all day and…" Bella started to respond before the woman interrupted.
"A Pichu? Hmm, that's odd. There aren't any Pichu in these parts. You have to go past Amarillo City before you even get the chance to see one. I hope something didn't happen there?" she asked with a look of concern on her face.
"Anyway, never mind that now. I hope you have good luck catching it. Probably won't help you a whole lot in the next town though. The gym leader uses grass types there."
Bella let out a small laugh at the response. She wasn't trying to be mean or anything, but the idea wasn't even on her mind. "Oh I don't have to worry about that. I'm working on becoming the best coordinator in the region."
The woman took it in good stride as she met Bella's laugh. "Well then, I guess you won't have to worry about the Gym at all. But I'm sure that Pichu will help you with those contests. There such an adorable Pokémon and can pack a punch if trained right." The woman glanced at the sky, a look of concern appearing on her face.
"I should probably get going soon. I have some people I needed to meet with up in Verdeville. Please stop by and visit if you get the chance. Just ask around for Florence. I can guarantee you that you'll find someone who knows me."
With that the young woman started to leave, but a rumbling in the nearby bushes forced her and Bella to pay attention. The next thing either of them knew, a Pichu dashed out of the bushes with a look of fright dominating its face. Bella was about to go after it when the ground began to shake. The next thing they both knew a giant wall of rock appeared, or so at least that was what they thought. Within seconds rocks roared, and they both knew this was an Onix.
"Alright then Onix, let's get that Pichu and get out of here. I'm getting bored of this job already," a man said as he appeared from the bushes, apparently unaware of Bella and Florence's presence. He looked up, and a look of annoyed disgust appeared on his face.
"Sorry if I was interrupting you two ladies, but I need to get through. I need to catch that Pichu that just ran by here."
"Why should I?" Bella demanded as Eevee crouched low to the ground in front of her feet, protectively, fangs bared and growling. "I saw that Pichu first! I've been chasing it all day, its mine!" She folded her arms across her chest and tapped her foot on the ground, her expression as if she was scolding a small child.
The man snorted. "Yeah right, hun. That Pichu is mine and you know it." A cruel smirk appeared on his face as he noticed the shiny Eevee standing in front of her. "And we both know that if it came to a battle other that puny thing that I would win. There's no way your Eevee could stand up to my Onix."
Eevee snarled angrily, its fur standing on end all over its body. How dare that jerk just assume that!
"Don't just assume that!" Bella protested, her eyes narrowing into a glare. She glanced at her Pokémon and briefly met his angered gaze. "Eevee and I have been working really hard – we're strong enough to beat you." I think…
"Really now?" the man asked mockingly, raising an eyebrow. He motioned to his Onix. "Would you like to test that theory, brat?"
Bella ground her teeth together, she was sure there were a silent threat thrown in there somewhere. She got herself into this mess, was there a way to get herself out? She gasped when Eevee growled at her feet again, and launched himself into the air, star-shapes shooting out of his mouth and aiming toward the Onix's face. "No! I didn't say attack!" she exclaimed, fear shooting through her body like a bolt of lightning. She buried her face in her hands, groaning. "And with Swift, nonetheless…"
"Onix, use Iron Tail!"
On the other side of the forest, Will's head shot up suddenly, his eyes narrowing suspiciously. He turned and looked down at his Squirtle, his gaze questioning and worried. "Did you hear that, Squirtle?"
The tiny turtle Pokémon looked up at him in wonder, scratching his head in confusion. "Squirt?"
"I think something is going on, and it doesn't sound good. I think we should try and find Bella," Will said as he scooped up Squirtle, deciding the two of them could move faster with Squirtle being carried.
Meanwhile, back on the battle scene, Eevee found himself being sent flying by the Onix's Iron Tail attack. He hit the ground hard, but, in an impressive show of either stubbornness or determination, he proceeded to stand back up. One could tell he was pretty shaken up, and his knees were a bit shaky, but he was still ready to fight.
"You got quite a tough Eevee there. Normally my opponents don't get up after one of Onix's Iron Tail attacks."
Bella had to smile a little bit at the complement, even if it came from the likes of this guy. She had a feeling he really didn't want that Pichu for himself. That mentioning of a 'job' was what made her suspicious. She refused to give up that Pichu to this man. But looking down at Eevee, who looked like he could barely stand, she knew that things weren't going well. Her stomach felt like it was all knotted up with all the tension in the air.
"All right, I'm getting real tired of this. Sir, I don't care if you've spent an entire week chasing that Pichu. It's obvious to me that you don't care about it like a true trainer should. If I have any say in it then…" Florence began speaking just like a mother talking to an unruly child.
"What makes you think you have any say in it at all?" The man asked, crossing his arms and rolling his eyes in annoyance. His Onix was watching the entire scene quietly, waiting for his master's orders.
"Well, I guess I'll just have to show you why I have a say in it. Roserade, let's show this man how a true trainer and Pokemon do battle."
With that, Florence pulled out the Pokeball from her pail, and with a flourish she released the Pokemon from within. Roserade appeared with its flowery appendages already out and ready to fight. Bella had to admit the Pokemon was quite stunning, if not of her own personal taste. Still, she was glad that Eevee didn't have to fight this battle anymore. She returned the injured Pokemon to his Pokeball, holding it for a second to tell him "Sorry" before storing it away safely.
The man raised an eyebrow at the appearance of the Roserade, but it looked as if he was still going to fight.
"Humph, your flower doesn't scare Onix or me. Onix, crush it with a Rock Tomb attack."
The Onix proceeded to smash up the ground beneath him before sending them flying towards Roserade. The grass Pokemon, however, took advantage of his small size to swiftly navigate around the boulders, almost as if he was dancing.
"Alright Roserade, bring down that rock down to size with an Energy Ball attack," Florence commanded.
Placing the petals that were his hands before him, Roserade gathered a green-tinted orb of energy before launching it at Onix. Unlike Roserade, Onix was unable to navigate around the ball successfully and his hit in the midsection. The giant rock Pokemon looked injured, but he still had some fight in him.
"Onix, use your massive size and Tackle that plant," the man ordered.
Soon the ground began to shake as the Onix rampaged towards Roserade. Bella had dash to the side to avoid getting hit, but Florence and Roserade stood firm. Bella swore she saw a smirk appear on Florence's face as she gave the next order.
"Roserade, use Grass Knot to finish this up."
Roserade nodded in compliance, and soon shoots of green vines were sent flying straight towards Onix, or at least towards the ground. All the trainers present knew what was about to happen next, but with his massive size and speed Onix just had too much momentum to stop. Soon Onix found himself being tripped and snared by the vines, his own massive size bringing him down quickly. He was out for the count.
"Well then, I believe that should do it, or would you like to bring out another Pokemon to battle?" Florence asked, a small laugh coming out at the end to show she was filled with excitement. The man just stood there, almost as if he couldn't believe his Onix could be taken down so easily. For a moment he stepped forward aggressively, looking as if he was going to protest. Instead, he backed off and returned his Onix to his Pokeball. He gave an angry glare at Florence and Bella before he stormed off.
"I will get back at you two for this, I can guarantee it." He yelled out before disappearing.
Bella looked down at her feet as she cradled her Eevee's Pokeball to her chest gently, guilt and sorrow in her eyes. "I'm sorry," she murmured. "If I had been able to control my Eevee better you wouldn't have been pulled into this mess." She sighed. "Or if I had caught that Pichu earlier…"
Florence placed a gentle hand on Bella's shoulder, making her look up. "This wasn't your fault," she reprimanded. "This wasn't anyone's fault. Well, if it was anyone's fault it would have been that bounty hunter's. What a sick man, capturing Pokémon to sell as an occupation."
The younger girl sighed, looking dejected. "I suppose so…" she murmured, her voice trailing off as a rustle in the bushes made her body freeze. Her gaze snapped over to Florence's. Was the bounty hunter coming for his revenge already so soon? Her heart sped up as she stared at the swishing undergrowth through narrowed eyes.
"Oh my!" Florence exclaimed softly as the small Pichu stumbled out of the bushes, looking dazed. She turned and smiled at Bella, who was staring at the small electric mouse as if it had grown two heads. "Well, I think now is the time to catch the little guy, am I right?"
"But – but my Eevee-"
"Should still have enough energy left to help you capture him," she answered, before Bella could protest that her Eevee did not have the strength at the moment. "It's only a baby Pokemon. Your Eevee shouldn't have any trouble making it weak enough to capture with a Pokeball."
"…Alright," Bella quietly agreed, as she gently moved her Eevee's ball to roll around on her fingertips, gently pressing the button to enlarge it. Very quickly, she tossed the Pokeball into the air, effectively opening it. "Let's go, Eevee, and try this one last time."
As Eevee was released from his confinement, he stumbled as he reached the ground, still obviously tired from his short battle with the Onix. As he regained his footing, he set his gaze on the tiny Pichu, blinking in a confused manner, before realizing what was happening. It was his last chance to help Bella capture the Pichu. And he wouldn't let her down.
"Okay," Bella began as the Pichu finally noticed them, looking like a deer in headlights. "Let's use Bite, since I know it already outran you before." Eevee grunted, not happy about her bringing that up. "It wasn't your fault then, let's just get it now, okay?"
Eevee growled a little bit in response before turning his attention to Pichu. The electric mouse Pokemon wasn't running away at this point, instead eyeing the group with intense curiosity. Eevee moved himself down to the ground, ready to push himself straight towards with intense speed. What happened next cause Eevee to freeze with surprise.
Instead of running away like last time, the Pichu walked right up to Bella. He looked up at her with his big eyes, and began to randomly talk with combinations of the word "Pichu". Bella had to arch an eyebrow in confusion. She looked up when she heard a giggle erupt from Florence.
"I think that Pichu likes you Bella, and it looks like he wants to join up with you. Guess it was a good thing you saved it from that bounty hunter, huh?"
Bella squatted down to Pichu's eye level. "Is that true Pichu, do you want to come with me?"
"Pi pichu," The Pokémon replied, pointing towards one of Bella's Pokeballs. It would be an understatement to say that Bella was glad, and she quickly pulled out one of the Pokeballs. Pressing the button and enlarging it, she handed it over to Pichu. He proceeded to press the button again, and was quickly engulfed by the red light. A moment latter Bella let out a shout of joy as the ball finally stopped twitching. Grabbing it, she secured it on her person before moving on to Eevee.
"Sorry you didn't get to battle it Eevee. But don't worry, you'll get to battle the next Pokemon we get to go after for sure," she said as she scooped up the saddened Pokemon, running her hands through his fur.
"Well then, now I believe I can head home. Hope to see you again soon Bella. Take good care of that Pichu," Florence said as she picked up her pail.
"Don't worry, I'll stop by and visit sometime before I leave Verdeville," Bella replied as the young woman left, leaving her and Eevee by themselves. Looking up at the sky, she noticed that the sun was starting to get close to the horizon.
Will still hadn't gotten back yet, and she was starting to worry a little. Just then she heard the sounds of footsteps nearby, and braced herself for the bounty hunter's return. When a Squirtle's head popped out from behind a tree she felt a sense of relief. A moment later Richard appeared, unaware she was there.
"Will, over here. I finally caught that Pichu," She said, his head twisting around for a moment before finally noticing her.
"There you are, Bella. I was getting worried. I thought I heard a battle going on earlier and…okay, what happened here?" Will asked as he got closer, stopping when he noticed the broken trees and pushed up dirt that marked the battlefield.
"Uh, well, Eevee and I were trying to find the Pichu when we ran into this woman named Florence," Bella noticed Wills eyebrows arch a bit when she said that, but she kept on going.
"I talked to her for a bit, but just as we were about to part ways some man arrived with an Onix. He was also after the Pichu, so naturally I had to battle him. It, um, didn't end real well," Bella said with some hesitation, noticing Eevee glaring at her a bit. Bella had to laugh a little at how emotional he got about battles, though she didn't have much room to talk.
"Anyway, after that Florence sent out a Roserade. The two of them took down that Onix with no problems whatsoever. You should have seen it. It was just awesome. After that Pichu arrived, and while I did send Eevee to battle him, he decided to join me by choice. Overall it was a pretty good day," She exclaimed quickly, sounding out of breath.
Will listened to the entire story, trying to keep a straight face. If it weren't for the fact that she was new to the region, he would have scolded her for not knowing who Florence was. Instead, he would be nice about it and fill her in.
"Well, doesn't surprise me Florence was that good. She is the gym leader of Verdeville after all," He remarked with a bit of a smile.
"Wait, what? You got to be kidding me. She's a gym leader? Wonder why she didn't tell me when I was talking to her?" Bella said with a rush. Will just laughed a little bit.
"Probably thought you already knew it. Besides, I hear she's pretty humble about her position anyway," Will replied. Both of them knew that sunset, and therefore evening, was coming soon. If they didn't make it to Verdeville soon they would have to spend the night out in the wilderness.
"So then, since we're heading in the same direction anyway, mind if Squirtle and I tag along?" Will asked, trying to be nonchalant about it.
"I don't mind at all. It would be nice have some company, at least for a little while." Bella replied, before getting the feeling someone was staring at her. Looking down she found that Eevee was the culprit, looking as if he wanted to say something along the line of "Did you forget something?"
"Not that you don't make excellent company Eevee." Bella apologized quickly. Content with Bella remembering his existence, he settled down in her arms for a nap.
"Well then, I guess we better get started then," Bella said before starting to walk in the direction of the town. Will didn't say anything in reply, as there wasn't much else to say at that point. The only thing to do was try to keep up behind the energetic Bella as they made there way out of the hills and towards town.