Haha! How's it going people? My name is Rylee and welcome back to Touko's Epic Adventure! It feels like forever since I last updated and warning: This chapter is very short but I have my reasons. I've been extremely busy lately and have had barely enough time to breathe. But, I managed to write a little something for you guys! Hope you enjoy! And please, do not kill me!
Disclaimer: I DO NOT OWN POKEMON!
Chapter 9?: Touko's Pokemon Boot Camp Phase 1
Touko's cerulean eyes slowly opened, they stared at the ceiling blankly. Her head was pounding and she felt cold and tired. When Touko had fallen asleep last night, the strangest of dreams had fluttered before her. She sat up and rubbed her head, trying to recall the dream:
~Touko's Dream~
She stood in a vast room and was sitting on what seemed to be a throne. She wore a pure white dress and a crown. But she wasn't alone. Also sitting in a throne beside her, much to her shock, sat N. He smiled lovingly at her, taking her hand in his as he gestured before them.
Touko laughed merrily at the sight. All the people Touko loved were standing before her, smiling and grinning. She stood up quickly to run down to all her loved ones, but stopped remembering that N was there. Touko looked at him for approval, but was shocked to find him standing beside her. N pulled her close and kissed her softly on the lips, then whispering softly in her ear one word:
"Go."
She didn't have time to react to the kiss because she felt her feet carrying her into the crowd of people. First she met Cheren, who bowed courteously, before hugging her close. They held the hug for a while; no words were needed because a thousand unspoken ones were exchanged with just that hug. Cheren finally released her, smiling as he ruffled her hair playfully.
Bianca came next, smiling joyfully. She curtsied with a grin. Pulling her into a tight hug, Bianca squeezed the life out of her. Touko laughed as Bianca released her and sent her flying into the crowd of people. But she stopped short and her laughter died in her throat.
The crowd parted to reveal her family. They stood happily, her mother smiling warmly at her, her father seemed to be chuckling, and Mei stood tall and beautiful as always, a small smile played on her lips.
"Touko." They all said together.
Touko took a step back and stumbled. No. Mom and Dad were gone. They would never ever be like this again, smiling and happily laughing. Never again would they look at her with such tender love. Never again would she be embraced and wrapped up with their arms surrounding her. It was impossible. Her hands flew to her face to cover her eyes, but it was too late. The images of her parents were already burned into her mind.
~End of Touko's Dream~
Touko frowned, "At least it wasn't my nightmare I usually have, which actually is a little weird." Indeed, she usually had the same nightmare every night. Shaking her head of such thoughts, she tried to focus on how she was going to handle the Castelia Gym. This, if she managed to defeat the gym leader, would be her third gym badge.
Touko looked over at her two loyal companions, Jet and Rogue, who were sleeping peacefully on the bed. She couldn't believe how much Jet had grown; his blue fur was the color of a peaceful stream. Much to her amusement he clutched his scalchops to his small chest like a stuffed animal. Looking over at Rogue, her heart swelled with pride. Ever since their fateful meeting at the Dream Yard, they have become close friends. The strong, muscular Deino that slept before her was a completely different Pokemon than the abused dragon-type she had rescued back then.
"Well, might as well wake them up. They gotta be pumped up for today!" Touko smiled determinedly. Leaning over them, she stroked them gently and whispered, "Hey guys. Wake up, sleepy heads!"
The two Pokemon slowly opened their eyes, yawning loudly. Jet grumbled particularly loudly, What's the big idea Touko?
She just rolled her eyes as Rogue slapped Jet in the face with his tail, Silence you moron! Touko always has a reason for waking us up so early. Right, Touko? He sniffed to pinpoint her location and "looked" up at her.
Touko smiled, "Yep I do. We're going to challenge the Castelia City Gym and get our third badge!" This seemed to grab their attention and wake them up.
You think we're ready? I mean we just challenged Lenora, Jet explained. His ears perked up, Hey Touko? Maybe you should try and catch another team mate for us? We could all train a little and get stronger!
Maybe Jet was right, she thought. Touko didn't want to push them into a battle they weren't ready for. "Alright! Sounds good to me. But you guys better be ready for Touko's Extreme Pokemon Boot Camp Training!"
Rogue and Jet sweat dropped, You just made that up right? But Touko was too preoccupied with her inspiring genius to notice the question.
"-Route 4 sounds like a good place to train. Why don't we go there? Alright it's settled!" Touko felt full of energy now. She was pumped to get some intense training done.
Rylee's Epic Note: Ello gov'na! Since it's a little pointless writing about Touko walking to the Route 4 entrance, we are gonna fast forward!
Touko, jet, and Rogue stood at the entry way for Route 4 with their jaws hanging open. Sand. Sand was EVERYWHERE, as far as the eye could see. It swirled in the air and made mini sandstorms. Touko shaded her eyes and yelled to the sky in frustration:
"SAND? WHAT THE HERDIER?!"
Please don't freak out! I know it's short, but i've already told you my reason. Moving on to a different topic:
HAVE YOU GUYS HEARD THE NEWS THAT WAS ANNOUNCED?
Pokemon has announced the release of Pokemon X and Pokemon Y for October 2013!
This is HUGE! They've also announced the new starters and what not! I think I'm gonna start with Fennekin.
In your reviews I wanna hear your guy's opinion on this news!
Hope you guys enjoyed! Please don't get angry with me. Stay cool you guys! I know you will!
Love you all!
Rylee XOX
P.S. Youngster Joey approves!
