The Lost Chronicles of Giovanni – Chapter 6: From Doom to Broom

After filling out some crucial paperwork to finalize her promotion to head of Briskomy industries, Rita Ketchum and Metsuma Rocket toasted each other with their glasses of wine in a dark private office beneath headquarters.

"Congratulations once again Rita." , Said Metsuma, a bit too gleefully.

Rita returned a smile as well. "The task you have given me was well . . . I must say unexpected, boss Metsuma."

"Unexpected but necessary, Rita.", He corrected. "You're are now at large and in charge."

"And rich!" , Rita chuckled maniacally. The two laughed. Rita then finished her glass then shook Metsuma's hand. "With the contract signed, I should be on my way."

Metsuma grabbed her wrist. "So soon? Why not stay for another glass?"

"Incredible!" , Rita thought. "Is he seriously trying to take advantage of me?" Sheimmediately came to her senses then continued to struggle away. "I'd rather not. Goodbye Metsuma." She rushed out the door without another word. She made her way to her personal Bedroom. Kade in Miyamoto stood in front of the door. She could instantly tell Kade had been drinking. "I'm in no mood Kade. Go crawl back to your rat hole."

"That's such an amazing offer.", said Kade obliviously, as he stumbled to the ground.

Rita ignored her unconscious henchmen and led Miyamoto into her room.

"Should we have left him?", asked Miyamoto.

"Kade's like a boomerang, Miyamoto. He always comes back.", Said Rita as she closed the door behind them. "We need to talk. I think Metsuma is flirting with me. What nerve!"

"Oh I highly doubt that."

Rita glared at her with suspicion.

"I didn't mean it like that!", Panicked Miyamoto. "I simply meant-"

"It's all right Miyamoto. He obviously promoted me to get closer to me. After all, I am a charming woman." Rita boasted as she fixed her hair in the mirror.

"And he's a charming man.", Miyamoto commented back.

"Not to mention wealthy!", Rita sighed with delight. "But enough about that. Was there something you needed?"

Miyamoto pulled out a fax and slowly handed it over in Rita's direction. Rita however just shoved it away. "Please no more Paperwork. I have a big day tomorrow with the press so I need to acquire my beauty sleep."

Miyamoto quickly explained. "No paperwork, Madame. More like a proposition that Kade had come up with . . . before he became . . . . inebriated. I was quite fond of the idea actually."

"Idea?", Questioned Rita. "Explain."

Miyamoto then stood up and paced around Rita as she began to clarify the proposition to Rita's comprehension. "Pokemon profit is on the verge of termination."

"I think that was already established back at the meeting.", Rita uttered insultingly. "All we can do now is quickly assemble the preparations needed to unite Torino and Bris . . ."

"It could happen quicker then we thought!", Miyamoto cut in. "The government wishes to seize Briskomy sooner than expected. They just want to satisfy everyone and investigate the corporation as soon as possible to prevent more Trainer protests."

"Fools!", Shouted Rita. "Kade is government Commissioner! He should use this Political nonsense at the benefit of all of us!"

"Well you are now head of Briskomy and Metsuma is counting on you.", Continued Miyamoto. "What you need to do is suck up to those protesters and the other oppositions so you may express your concern for Pokemon. You could prove yourself a dedicated Pokemon lover. It would settle down those protesters and buy us more time to fuse Torino's assets with Briskomy."

Rita yawned "I don't care for Pokemon. I assumed you were aware of that from the many occasions you have worked for me."

"Put on an act."

"I suppose . . . but how can I publicize myself at greater lengths then just simple Pokemon training?" Rita was a bit concerned for where this idea was heading.

Miyamoto tapped the fax. "Gym Leader."

Rita's mouth dropped. "Gym Leader?"

"Of course.", Her loyal agent continued. "Torino disposed of the Viridian Gym Leader under the orders of Marcus . . . I asked him to do so. We were running out of options."

Rita rubbed her face. "Can anyone just become Gym leader?"

"You're one of the wealthiest women in the world now. Plus you have had Pokemon training experience. It shouldn't be a problem.", She assured Rita. "After all, we have been able to keep the authorities in line."

Rita then sighed. No other options were available. She had to do what had to be done. "Fine, I'm in."

…...

"Hey Sammy? You think the law found those impostors that attacked me and Meowth?", Gio asked randomly.

"Meowth's thunderbolt may have just finished them off.", Sammy replied jokingly. "Well, we can only hope."

"That would be pretty awesome!", Gio said out loud. He obviously liked the idea of 'kicking butt.'

Delia rolled her eyes. "What is it with boys and their fascination with fighting and death?"

Gio ignored her. His attention turned to a sign saying 'WELCOME TO VIRIDIAN CITY'.

"We're home!", Remarked Gio as he pet Meowth. He shoveled his cat Into his arms as he ran for his Mansion. Despite his view on her, Gio did want to introduce his Mother to his first Pokemon.

His friends were trying to keep up with him. "Wait up!"

Gio rushed passed his street and through the mansion gates then into his home. "Mom?"

No answer.

"MOM?"

"I don't think she's around Gio", Panted Sammy who had finally caught up with him.

"Of course she's not . . . "

Meowth was suddenly distracted by something else and ran off.

Gio and Sammy ran after. "Hold up Meowth! Where are you going!"

The feline paused as it stumbled across a strange Pokemon holding a broom. Meowth's eyes widened and it ran back to Gio on the double.

"Wow!", Shouted Gio glancing at the weird figured creature. He pulled out his Pokedex. The Voice Dex began speak.

JYNX, THE HUMAN SHAPED POKEMON. IT LOVES TO MOVE ITS BODY IN A DANCE LIKE RHYTHM. IF ENRAGED, IT WILL UNLEASH ITS INCREDIBLE PSYCHIC POWERS.

"Incredible Psychic Powers? My type of Pokemon. Meowth lets capture it!"

But Meowth was now cowering behind Delia who had just now caught up with the two. "What kind of Pokemon is that?"

"One I'm going to capture as soon as Meowth man's up and fights."

Meowth shook its head and hopped into Delia's Arms frightened by the disfigured Pokemon. "Meow . .Meowth!

Gio shrugged rolling his eyes then put away his Pokedex. "Fine I'll fight it myself!"

"Gio, don't be brainless!" Delia shouted as she backed away. Samuel hid behind her. "Go stop him Sam!"

"No . . I'm fine right here", He replied guiltily.

Gio charged as the Dancing Pokemon. 3 ft, 2ft, 1 ft, BAM! The Jynx has whacked Gio in the face with its broom.

It began to dance and taunt him as Gio fell directly to the floor. "JYNXXX! Mwahh!"

Delia giggled. "Wow it didn't even use an attack. It . . . just hit you with a cleaning object."

Gio was irritated now. He stood up and summoned a Pokeball. "I'll just do it the the old school way!" He threw the ball but surprisingly it just bounced off. "What? How is that Possible? It didn't even try to capture it!"

"That's because it already belongs to another trainer.", Came a voice from far behind. Gio recognized the voice. He twirled around to see his house keeper Paris approaching. She was about 24 , very tall with red hair wearing a maids attire. She was also devastatingly pretty. "Master Giovanni, you really shouldn't lose your temper like that.", Paris scolded.

"Master Giovanni?" , Whispered Delia to Samuel.

Samuel nodded. "Well, he is quite wealthy."

Gio turned back to the Jynx. "I didn't know you had a Jynx, Paris."

"This Jynx . . . ehh . . . was given to me as a present from my Sister. I told her how I needed some extra help around here so she trained this Jynx to Cook, Clean, Ect."

Delia was amazed. "A Pokemon to help with household tasks? That's brilliant!"

The group moved to the kitchen. After proper introductions and the explaining of recent events, Gio began to question his mother's whereabouts.

"She's away on extremely important business.", Snapped Paris, a little too casually. "But I'm sure she would have hurried to the hospital as soon as she could have if she had been aware of your predicament, Master."

"Yeah Right" ,Gio though sarcastically.

Paris served lunch to the trio and some Pokemon food to Jynx and Meowth who still remained distantly apart from each other.

"Excellent Soup!", Samuel complimented.

Delia began to stir her soup carelessly. "Yeah but . . . if I might add, it could use some simmer."

Paris glared at her suspiciously. "Huh?"

Gio laughed as Sammy choked on his food then covered up for Delia. "She didn't mean that in a dire way! You see her parents are in the restaurant business and it's in her nature to be a bit fastidious about food. From what I have been told, she is an amazing cook herself."

"That remains to be seen", Thought Gio.

"Yeah nothing horrible! But don't worry Ms. Paris. I'll lend you a few recipes before we head out.", She added as if unconcerned for her the mockery she had implied.

Sammy spat out his soup and shook his head with discomfort while lipping a 'WHY?' to Delia.

Gio tried to change the subject himself. "So Paris? Is Jynx just for cleaning or do you ever train with it?"

"Oh Master Giovanni.", She chuckled, trying to avoid any further info of her Pokemon. "You want to battle me don't you?"

"Well yeah. My first actual Pokemon Battle.", He said while seeming down at his Meowth, still paranoid by Jynx and not taking its eyes off it.

"I suppose I could use the training so of course. Let's head out back when you three are finished."

…...

The backyard was humongous with a pool, giant patio set, and a garden that stretched almost beyond view. In an open field, Delia stood on the sidelines beside Sammy who was nominated to referee the battle. "The battle between Giovanni Ketchum and Paris . . . Well I'm afraid I don't know her last name . . .Is about to start. Let the battle Begin!"

"If we're going to battle you can't ever tell your mom about this Master. She will fire my butt if she finds out!", Shouted the housekeeper. "Not that I wouldn't mind . . ."

Gio laughed. "You know me better!"

Both combatants' eyes met. Giovanni was about to ensue his first Pokemon Battle!

TO BE CONTINUED . . . . .