Sorry for the delay.

Jason and Allie sat across from each other in the ships diner. They had stopped training to take a lunch break, the stories from last night ignored. The girls had joined them for lunch while their other Pokémon had decided to hit the Pokémon training room.

"So Jason," Allie said, "is Abby pregnant with your child?" She kept her voice low, so as to not attract attention.

Jason nodded, "She is, which is why I'm so worried about her." Jason looked over to Abby who was eating some berries Celebi had sent back with Melody.

"I'm sure everything will be fine," Allie said reassuringly. She took a bite of her salad, "You know, I was wondering, if I would be able to use the abilities a Flareon could use."

Jason shrugged, "It's possible, assuming you've evolved."

"What do you mean?"

"It's just a theory," Jason said, "but I think that our genetics are more linked to Pokémon than it seems. Something I forgot to mention was that we do have the ability to turn into our parental Pokémon's evolutionary line. However, some Pokémon don't evolve by training. Eevee, for instance, has many ways of evolving." Jason looked around and held up his hand out. A small Aura sphere appeared over his hand and then vanished, "I have my father's abilities, so it's safe to assume you have the abilities of at least an Eevee."

Allie sighed, "So how will I know? What I am I mean."

Jason shrugged, "Just have to turn into your Pokémon form. But we'll cross that bridge later. At the moment we need to worry about other aspects of your training."

"Right, the whole mental preparedness thing," Allie said. "How does that work again?"

"It's simple. When training your Pokémon, you should train with them. Not only will it allow you to better know your Pokémon, it will keep you in top physical condition as well."

"I fail to see the mental aspect of this."

"When you train with your Pokémon, a certain bond forms. You begin to understand your Pokémon—the way they move, the way they feel. This can help you become a better trainer. Just remember, Pokémon will be able to know how you feel so you must remain calm…especially given your circumstance."

Allie raised an eyebrow, "What do you mean my circumstances?"

Jason leaned forward, "Stress will trigger a transformation. You need to avoid that for now. I'll teach you some calming techniques."

He was about to say something else when he heard a familiar voice, "Jason?"

Jason turned to see his mother walking towards them, "Mom? Surprised to see you here. After all, I didn't think cruises were your thing."

"Usually there not, but I decided to take a vacation to Sinnoh and this was the fastest way."

Allie blinked, "Wait a minute, your mother is Glacia?"

Jason turned back, "Oh right. Allie, this is my mother; Mom, this is Allie, my protégé." He took a drink of his tea.

Glacia took in Allie, "Protégé? Sure you're not trying to expand that little harem of yours?"

Jason did a spit take, "MOM!" Allie's face lit up furiously. "We just met yesterday. Not to mention I already have four girls who crave my attention."

Glacia laughed, "I was just kidding." Glacia glanced over at Allie, "So Allie, where are you from?"

"Originally I'm from Viridian City, but I and my mother just moved to Mauville City," Allie said as Glacia sat in an empty seat.

"So, Mom," Jason said, "why did you tell Steven?"

Glacia looked down, "I don't know. I guess I just felt I could trust him." She glanced over at Allie, "So I guess you told her."

Jason nodded, "Yes. Figured she had a right to know. That and…well, let's just say I'm not alone in my circumstance."

Glacia raised an eyebrow and looked back to Allie, "I see. May I ask which of your Pokémon is your, um…guardian?"

Allie smiled, "It's my Flareon, Ifrit." She blinked as a thought crossed her mind, "Wait, I wonder if…" Her eye twitched, "Oh Arceus, this probably means that my sisters are…"

Jason looked at her curiously, "Sisters?"

Allie nodded, "I have seven sisters—six older and one younger."

Jason chuckled, "Which means that, if they are in the same situation, then you could possibly have the full set, including Eevee."

Glacia nodded, "That's true. I'd actually find that interesting."

Allie sighed, "Oh well, nothing that can be done. I'll just ask my mom when we get to Sinnoh."

Glacia was about to say something when she looked up, "Excuse me for a second." She got up and Jason walked off towards the rail of the ship. She stopped in front of someone Jason couldn't see. From her stance Jason could tell his mother was about to deliver a lecture. She stood there a few minutes and then turned back towards the table. The person she was talking to walked off, her back to Jason.

"Uh, Mom," Jason said. "Who was that?"

"Let's just say I'm her probation officer," Glacia said as she sat back down.

Jason raised an eyebrow, "Is there anything you haven't done in your life?"

Glacia looked up in thought, "Well, I haven't done your father in a while."

Jason face palmed while Allie started laughing, "Really Mom, you had to go there?"

"Yes, I did," Glacia got up and made ready to leave. "I'll see the two of you later."

Jason hugged his mother and watched her go. "Oh, by the way," he said. Glacia turned around, "You're going to be a grandmother."

Glacia blinked and promptly fainted. Jason picked her up and carried her to the ship's doctor with Allie and the girls on his heels.

"Alright, Lucien, use Aura Sphere!" Jason called out. The attack left his father's hands and sailed towards another Lucario across from him.

After his mother had woken up and he had explained the news (to which his mother was thrilled), Jason had gone to the training room to retrieve Lucien and Raikou. It wasn't long before a bored trainer had challenged him to a battle. He appeared to be the same age as Jason with white hair that had very light blue highlights. The trainer was dressed in a simple red T-shirt and brown cargo shorts. He wore a pair of brown boots that looked like they had been worn over many miles. He had introduced himself as Mar. They had both already used their first Pokémon—Mar using a Machamp while Jason used April. April easily won with her type advantage but was no match for the Steel/Fighting-Type Lucario. The current battle had been going for nearly twenty minutes.

Mar's Lucario awaited the attack, "Alright dodge and use Agility!" The Lucario dodged the attack, took a step, and reappeared right in front of Lucien. "Now, use Force Palm!" Mar's Lucario's palm lit up as he slammed it into Lucien, causing him to go skidding backwards.

"This is a tough one," Lucien said.

Jason nodded, "Indeed. Alright then, use Aura Storm!"

Lucien jumped into the air and began charging the massive blast. Mar's Lucario watched as a torrent of energy was released at him. There was no escape. The blast hit dead on. Lucien landed and looked up. His eyes went wide with amazement as he saw his opponent just barely standing. He himself felt weak from their prolonged battle. The crowd was silent.

Mar chuckled, "Don't underestimate my buddy Lucario here. He's no slacker."

Jason smiled, "I didn't underestimate him, but I am surprised he was able to take that attack." Jason looked at the two combatants, "Seems like the next hit will decide it."

Mar nodded, "Which is why we're gonna finish this up with Fire Punch!"

Jason nodded, "Alright then, Lucien let's use Fire Punch as well!"

The crowd watched on as both combatants charged their attack and leapt towards each other. Time seemed to stand still as they each struck the other, their fists meeting in a fiery explosion. When the smoke cleared, both Lucario lay on the ground, unconscious.

"Neither Pokémon is unable to battle! The round is a tie!" The official announced. The crowd went wild. Both trainers were on their last Pokémon.

Both Jason and Mar returned their respective partners. Jason looked up, "I have to admit I'm impressed. I've only battled one other Pokémon who could bring about a tie with Lucien." He pulled out another Pokéball, "However, this next Pokémon won't be easy to beat." He tossed the ball into the air, "Let's go Raikou!"

There was a flash of light as Raikou was released. The crowd gasped in astonishment as a Legendary Pokémon appeared before them. Mar's eyes went wide, but this look was replaced with one of determination.

"Well," Mar said, "Things just got interesting." He pulled out another Pokéball, "Alright Infernape! Let's heat things up!" Mar threw the Pokéball into the air and released his Infernape.

"Begin!" The official shouted.

"Ok Raikou," Jason said, "let's open up with Thunder!"

Raikou roared and unleashed a powerful blast of electric power at the Infernape.

"Infernape, dodge it and use…" Mar began, but was too late as the attack hit his Infernape dead on. Infernape was still able to stand after the blast. Mar nodded, "Alright then, use Fire Blast!" Infernape launched a huge fireball from his mouth that spread out into a star.

"Dodge it!" Jason shouted. Raikou moved out the way, but the attack still clipped his rear leg.

"Alright," Mar shouted. "Use Flamethrower!" An inferno erupted out of Infernape's mouth. Raikou didn't have time to dodge this one. He took the attack head on.

"Raikou, counter with Thunder Fang!"

Raikou leapt at Infernape, his saber teeth glowing with electric energy. Infernape didn't have time to dodge. Instead, he threw up his arm and took the bite there.

Mar laughed, "Wrong move, Jason. All of my Pokémon excel at close combat. Speaking of which, Infernape, use Close Combat!"

Infernape struck Raikou in the side, forcing him to release his bite. "Now use Fire Punch!" Infernape's fist erupted in flames as he struck Raikou, sending the Legendary Beast flying.

"Come on Raikou, get up!" Jason said. Raikou tried to stand, but ended up falling down again.

Sorry, Raikou said, but it's like I said, I'm out of practice.

"It's fine, get a good rest," Jason said as he returned Raikou. Jason walked across the field to Mar, "That was a good battle. You deserve this." Jason held out a Chaos Badge.

Mar blinked, "Wait, you're a Gym…" He face-palmed, "Now I know why I recognize you. You're that new Gym Leader." Mar took the badge, "Thanks man."

Jason nodded and shook his hand, "Any time. By the way, did you lose a fight with your hair dresser?"

Mar shook his head, "Nah, my hair's naturally this color. Besides, my hair dresser would more hit me with her bat."

Jason raised an eyebrow, "Her name wouldn't happen to be Celestia, would it?"

Mar nodded, "How'd you guess?"

Jason shrugged, "I met her cousin."

"So you know Orion? Dude, he's my bro!" Mar hit his chest a couple times saying this, causing to think he may not be what he seemed. They walked off and headed their separate ways.

Jason was lying on his bed, trying to get some sleep. It had been a long day and the ship was due to arrive in Sinnoh the next day sometime in the afternoon. The girls were at Nurse Joy's office with April.

He was almost asleep when he heard the door open. He opened an eye to see a silhouette framed in the door way. The figure closed the door and made its way towards him. He immediately recognized the cold body that laid down next to him.

"Can I talk to you Jason?" Angel's soft voice asked him.

"Of course you can," Jason said. "Is something wrong?"

Angel was quiet for a moment, "It's just that April, Melody, and I have been talking, and we're worried that you may forget about us with Abby being pregnant."

Jason pulled her close, "I'd never forget about ya'll. It's true that Abby will require a little more attention for both her sake and the baby's, but I'll still find time for ya'll. Now let's get some sleep, and I promise to show you three an amazing time when we get to Sinnoh."

Angel giggled, "Can't wait."

Allie found herself unable to sleep. Despite having just met him, she couldn't help but feel butterflies around Jason. But she was torn. He already had four girls that needed his attention, one of which was pregnant with his child. Could he possibly find room for her? She felt a headache coming on. She decided to sleep on it, hoping the stress would be gone in the morning.

I have a request to make of my readers. In a few chapters a part of the main plot of this story will start. I ask my readers to send me an OC bio for a Pokemon hybrid, including which Pokemon is the father. There will only be one of each Pokemon family (meaning the evolutionary lines). The following are off limits: ALL Legendaries, All Eeveelutions, Lucario, Gardevoir, Charizard, Pikachu, Mienchao. Gallade is still an option. Thank you.