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Still Open to OC's

Disclaimer: I don't own Pokemon, but I do own my characters.

Ryden's P.O.V.

When morning hit, my arm was aching, just like Hazel said it would. Thankfully it wasn't irritated though.

I got up and stretched, before washing my face, and freshening up.

Wrapping the black bandana Ray gave me around my neck, I paid one last look at the mirror before getting my stuff.

I grabbed my sword, room key, and badge, before heading out. By the time I closed and locked the door, Ray was walking toward me.

He smiled, before greeting me.

"Great! Now we can leave bright and early."

I nodded, handing him my room key. "Can you hold that in the bag for me?"

I pinned the badge to my bandana.

Ray nodded before marching forward. "The goal is 2000 Poke. So let's get started!"

I nodded, tailing him out the inn.

The sun was just rising as the duo walked out the inn. The grass had early morning dew on it, feeling cool to the touch.

The job board was just outside the town precinct. Having just been updated, there was a variety of outlaws to choose from.

"How about this one?"

The outlaw wanted was a Nuzleaf that went by the name Swift. Nothing really stood out about him besides the strange color of the leaves on his body. He was wanted for multiple accounts of thievery and a mugging.

The reward was 500 Poke and he was located on the outskirts of Jade Forest.

"Can we settle on a name before we go?"

Ray scratched his head. "I guess."

"What about Savage?"

"No."

"Spartans!"

"We're explorers. Not warriors."

"I'm from a clan. Fighting is, er, was a big part of my culture."

"But you're an explorer now."

"We need a name that strikes fear into those who oppose us!"

Ray rolled his eyes. "Why would anyone oppose us?"

"Why not?"

"How about Umbra? It means darkness in Latin."

"We aren't dark types."

Ray scratched his head. " How about Team Virtue? Being virtuous is a trait every team needs."

Ryden nodded slowly. "Yea. Yea that's cool."

Ray made a thumbs up gesture. "Well, the wanted poster says Swift's base is most likely by the outskirts of Jade Forest, and he's most active at night. So we should get a head start on hiding out now."

~Later That Day~

Ray's P.O.V.

The plan was that I pretend to be lost, and when Swift strikes, Ryden would take him down.

I was starting to regret that now, though.

I wasn't patient. Not in the slightest bit.

The leaves rustled when the wind blew through, kicking up dirt. Then out the corner of my eye, I could see a figure approaching.

I tried to find Ryden in the tree, or on the ground, but he was nowhere to be found.

Either he lost me, or he's a great stalker.

For my sake, I hope it's the later.

I couldn't use my fire type attacks in these conditions, being in a forest and all. Last thing we need are fines for damage.

"You lost kid?"

I ignored the hopefully unintentional jab, and nodded softly. "Um, yea. Do you know where the town is?"

Swift, nodded and gestured for me to follow him.

Now or never Ryden...

Ryden's P.O.V.

I followed behind the two slowly, waiting for a open area.

The leaves rustled as wind blew through them roughly.

I am soooo thirsty right now...

I shook my head, and began to think of a move to use.

If I could remember correctly, grass types are weak to ice, right? Flying too...

The two found themselves at a clearing, and I decided to make a move.

Ray's P.O.V.

I knew my way back to town, and this clearing certainly wasn't it.

Keeping up my facade, I looked around. "Where are we?"

The Nuzleaf turned around slowly, grinning.

"You know, you shouldn't trust everyone you meet."

A wad of grass wrapped around my legs and I was immobilized.

Swift raised his arm to strike me, when suddenly he was hit by a glowing blue orb of energy. It expanded and engulfed him in a large swirling ball of water. The orb then ascended into the air, before imploding, sending water everywhere. (Water Pulse)

I frowned when some of it landed on me.

The Nuzleaf fell to the ground, coughing up water, and stood up shakily.

He raised his arm and some leaves around him glowed before flying toward Ryden.

He covered his face, and braced for the attack, grimacing when the leaves cut into his flesh. (Razor Leaf)

The Nuzleaf quickly followed up with another attack, arm morphing into a glowing green blade. Ryden quickly drew his sword, blocking the attack. (Leaf Blade)

Swift whirled around kicking Ryden in the stomach, and sending him to the ground.

Ryden lay there for a second, a orange aura surrounding him slowly. The Nuzleaf rushed again, and Ryden released a pulse of orange energy that sent the Nuzleaf flying backwards, before falling to the ground, out cold. (Revenge)

With caution, Ray burnt the grass gripping his feet.

He pressed the button in the middle of his badge, anever picked up Swift's limp body. It blinked briefly, before warping them to the precinct.

They were greeted by two Magnemite who took Swift away, and stamped the poster indicating it was complete. He assured them the money would be transferred to the team account and they left the precinct.

When they entered the inn, Ray paid for another day, and they parted ways for the night.

"Same thing tomorrow!" He chirped as he walked away.

Ryden nodded, making his way to the Hazel for a change of bandages.

Ryden's P.O.V

I yawned, and knocked on her door, frowning a bit when she didn't answer. It was then I noticed a note with barely legible writing on it.

"Went out."

"Huh." I said softly, scratching my head.

"Hey, kid. Can't you read? She's not there."

I growled at the insult, turning around. "No need for hostility."

The speaker was a large black feline with piercing, yellow, eyes. He had a small band in his forearm that said "manager."

The Luxray rolled his eyes. "Like I said she ain't there. So go to your room or mingle in the cafe. Just don't loiter in the hallways."

"Any idea where she went?"

He scoffed. "I couldn't care any less where she went."

Well that's harsh.

"Isn't she one of your employees?"

He shot me a angry glare before baring his teeth.

"I. Don't. Care."

Well if that isn't my cue to go I don't know what is.

I walked out the inn, enjoying the brisk air.

It was nearing sunset, and people were beginning to clear out the streets. So I decided to head to the park, and relax by the tree I had the other day. If there was anything I didn't like, it was staying cooped up in one area.

I walked into the park, past the hills, the pond, and finally I saw the tree in the distance.

My ears twitched as I got closer, picking up a soft sniffling.

It was Hazel.

She sat near the trunk of the tree, in a fetal position, face wedged in between her arms.

He tapped her on her shoulder, and she swatted it.

"Go away. Just go away." She buried her face deeper, and scooted away.

She had a small book to her left, that was in tatters, held together by the big rings.

Hazel's P.O.V.

"I'd ask if you were okay, but that'd be a pretty dumb question..."

I didn't respond, too upset to talk.

I was up a murky creek without a paddle.

"So how about... What can I do to help you feel better?"

"How did you even find me?" I muttered weakly.

No one ever came to this tree.

Yet there he was.

The boy I had met yesterday that made my heart flutter, was here.

And here I was, sobbing.

Like whiny baby.

He stayed silent for a bit before sitting down back to me, staring out at the sea.

I raised my head slowly, looking around warily.

And by chance he glanced over at me.

We locked eyes for a second before he looked away and spoke.

"My mom used to tell me something when I was younger, whenever I was upset." He paused smiling. "She used to say 'you can be mad all you want... it won't change the circumstances that led to it."

He walked over to me and gave me a hand. "Moping won't do ya' any good."

I took his hand and he hoisted me up and onto my feet, into a hug.

It didn't feel awkward, and I found myself returning it.

I let go, and he smiled. "So what do you want to do?"

"Go for a walk?"

He nodded. "Sounds great."

I grabbed my book, and with that we left.