"How could you possibly think cake is better then pie? Pie is perfect cause it can be taken anywhere." Rayne was still trying to win the argument even though everyone had already eaten and was getting ready for bed. Zion wasn't helping since he was also trying to win also.

"Cake can be taken anywhere also, and it tastes richer then any pie. Pie is just a dessert that anyone can make. Cake on the other hand, requires a level of skill to create perfectly." The girl stared at him in a way that could only be called a confused glare. Raz, Kirlia, Kira, and even Eevee were already in their sleeping bags. All 4 laughed at the 2 as their argument kept going even though both had made enough points for it to be a draw.

"Should we stop this?" Kirlia looked at Kira and Raz for any ideas on the situation. Eevee was already out at this point, and Kira just shook her head not knowing how to help with something like this. Raz just rolled over after shrugging.

"If I know people, watch what happens in a second from what Zion sai-" Before he finished they heard a large thud after something was struck by some type of metal. When Kira and Kirlia looked up, they saw Zion on the ground and Rayne over him with the offending pan. "He'll be fine in the morning, probably wont remember anything about tonight." The ladies looked over for answers but he was already asleep.

"How did he know?" Kira kept her gaze on the boy as his breathing had slowed to a restful state.

"Like he said, he knows people. Most are easy for him to read." Kirlia looked at her and then closed her eyes for sleep. Kira just looked at the 2 partners with a little giggle escaping her.

"Those 2 are good partners. It's almost like he's psychic also." While she was sure her thoughts were private, the girl couldn't help notice Kirlia shake a little as she thought them. It wasn't long after that Kira let sleep take her. Tomorrow was shaping up to be a long day.

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The walk to Vermilion was an unusually quiet one. Rayne was whistling to herself, Kirlia was on Raz's shoulder while Raz walked while trying not to Burst into laughter at Zion who was holding the back of his head. Eevee was walking beside him wondering how her trainer had gotten the bump he was holding. Kira was just examining how everyone was acting, particularly how Raz was acting, but she was doing that subconsciously and without realizing it.

"Ladies and Zion, Vermilion City, dead ahead." Raz had his arms out as if he were presenting the city to them. Kirlia had copied his motion from the top of his head. The rest just stared because, even though it was morning and the sun was high enough to light everything, this city still seemed to glow.

"It's so pretty." Kira's visible eye was wide with amazement. The "City Presenters" saw this and backed from the rest of the group toward her.

"It's because they have so much electricity built up. A lot of electric Pokemon come here. Most seem to want to be caught and trained by gym trainers so they can see Surge. I might look around for some since I won't be battling until tomorrow. Today we can see the city." The other 2 gym trainers looked at him in amazement.

"I intend to battle as soon as we go to the Poke-Center. I want to head on out as soon as possible." Rayne had her look of determination on. Zion also looked ready to fight.

"I'm gonna go there as soon as possible also. It's time that water showed electricity whose the boss." One of his pokeballs burst open and Zurtle let out a cry.

"You said it boss, let's go and get through at the center fast so I can take down those electric punks." He had the same pose as his trainer and Eevee joined them in looking as intimidating as possible.

"Alright. You 2 enjoy your battles then, I still intend to wait. So will you be joining me through the city Kira and Kirlia?"

"Sure. Maybe we'll run into Nami also. She said she would meet us here." She was looking forward to reuniting with her motherly figure so she could ask her some things.

"Yes, I did say that didn't I." Everyone but Raz and Zion seemed surprised as Mrs. Hightide came out of nowhere and was standing behind them. "You must be a new member to their little group, my name is Nami Hightide. Zion there is my son." She held her hand out to Rayne who had a look of shock on her face.

"Your THE Nami Hightide? It is a great honor to meet you mam, my name is Rayne Kasia. I've read all your books on how to raise Pokemon and how to battle with more then brawn like most men do." The girl was in aw of her idol who was standing in front of her. Zion decided, however, that they would be late if they dawdled too much.

"Come on, you can idolize her later. We have matches to win and towns to flood." He was dragging the girl behind him as they made their way toward the town with Zurtle and Eevee following closely.

"So how have you been dear? I see your face has lightened since last we met." Her compliment made Kira blush slightly. She wasn't used to compliments of any kind.

"It's been fun. I even caught a Pokemon with Raz's help." She released Absol from her ball and let her meet Nami. The poke looked up at the woman who was holding her hand out for her to sniff. After sensing no danger she licked the out-stretched hand and rubbed her head against it.

"That's great. I figured Raz could and would teach you how to battle a little. My son is far too absent minded to teach anyone anything. Speaking of my son reminds me that I'm hungry, either of you care to join me?" She looked at each of them for answers.

"I would love to. I need to talk to you about...something anyways." Nami noticed how the girl seemed to edit what she was saying for some reason.

"I'm fine, but I think Kirlia would like to join you." He looked up at his partner who nodded then jumped off his head and landed gracefully before moving over to the ladies. "I'm gonna look for some new partners, I'll find you if I do find something." The girls started walking toward the city when he went down a path to a wooded area.

"So what would you like to try today? We can do French, Mexican, or I know a nice Japanese place with some great sushi." Nami looked over to Kira whose eyes still followed Raz down his path. The older woman looked down at Kirlia with a raised eyebrow, to witch she nodded after reading her thoughts. "Isn't that so sweet. This must be what she wants to talk about and why she edited when he was with us. OH, I dreamed of the day I could pass on motherly advice about something like this. Too bad my daughter didn't really want to be involved with any of my talks to her. Oh well, I got a semi-daughter to pass it onto now. I CAN"T WAIT ANYMORE!"

Kira had jut turned when she was picked up and carried at the same rate she had felt when Nami and Zion "kidnapped" her outside Cerulean. Looking down at the blue scales below here confirmed she was on Gyarados again. Looking in front of her, she saw Kirlia on the serpents head seeming to talk to it. Nami was behind her making sure she wouldn't fall off. They were in the city so fast, they passed Zion and Rayne easily.

"I guess we can do sushi then. I'm fairly certain you haven't had it before." A quick look down told her she was right when the girl shook her head. "I'm sure you'll like it, I mean everyone likes raw fish with rice."

They were at the place in no time at all, though the people on the street did seem to mind the giant Pokemon that pushed it's way past them straight in to an area that was marked off at all times. The waiters didn't seem to mind since they only knew one person that would do such a thing. The group got off and Nami withdrew her Gyarados before handing his ball to a waiting waiter.

"Hand your Pokemon to him and they will go to a special area that is more suitable. It has a pool for Water types and grass and tress cover most of the rest of it." The girl complied handing over Absol's ball but hesitating with Gallade's. "You can have them eat with us if you prefer however."

"I just haven't been away from Gallade in a while. If he could stay that would be fine. Kirlia needs someone to talk top anyways." The littlest member of their group had already claimed a seat and was looking at the menu for something appetizing.

"Of course, no problem at all. Here, we'll sit here and you can talk about whatever is bothering you. They can enjoy themselves over there." Kira nodded and released her partner from his ball. He had already read what was going on and went to sit with his friend. The humans sat at a table a little bit away.

"Okay, now, what's on your mind that you can't talk about with him?" Kira looked at the woman with a little bit of surprise at how quickly she knew what was up with her. The older woman just tapped her heart and then her head. "I am a mother, I see what others don't."

"Well, it's just that, how can I put this? When I see him, I feel warmer then when I see anyone else. I don't understand it. Maybe my brains programming is messed up." The girl looked so sad at these words. Nami looked upset by them as well, but understood things a little better.

"Nothing is wrong with your brain. Your just experiencing the first stages of love is all." The woman had said it so matter-of-factly she didn't notice the girls expression.

"What's love?" This the woman didn't expect to hear. She looked at the girl with more confusion then ever. After the confusion cleared when she remembered something, her heart scrambled for a way to comfort the girl.

"This is gonna be entertaining." Kirlia mused while her and Gallade watched the scene.

"Indeed. I do hope that it all comes together nicely though." Gallade was so happy his trainer had found love and was learning what all girls should know and feel.

"So, what should we have to eat?" The little poke sitting next to him brought his mind back and he looked at the menu she held open.

"Might as well try the sushi stuff. They also got some type of dumpling and noodle soup. That would be good too." He knew dumplings were her favorite and the mention of them had determined what she would get already.

The waiters had come out to take the orders at this point. The 2 Pokemon pointed to the dumpling soup and water when asked what to drink. Nami told them to bring a little of everything so Kira could try a bit of everything. After they left, the woman looked at the girl trying to decide the best way to answer.

"Love is when, it's when you want to be around someone all the time. It's when you hope that anything you do will make them happy. I, for example, love Zion's father and have tried to make his life easier with the money I make. I love Zion and Sara and have tried to give them anything they want. I even grew to love Raz as a son and have tried to help him even though he won't accept anything knowingly. I can honestly say that I also love you as a daughter. That's why I will always be here to help you with anything from Pokemon to what the current, shall we say "problem", is."

Kira could feel emotions she had never felt bubbling over and feeling her with a similar warmth that she got from Raz. Her eye also gave away her feelings as her tears began falling even though she was quite happy. Nami just smiled as she looked at her hands after wiping the tears and wondering why she was crying.

"Your food ladies." The waiters had brought a few dozen trays with all the various foods on them. Kirlia and Gallade were also given their orders.

"Eat now, we can talk more later." With that Nami put a plate down in front of the girl and one in front of herself.

"Alright. I think I understand better already though. I think I love you like a mother, if I knew what it felt like to have one." The woman looked at her and decided on something she had been pondering over since they had separated 3 days earlier. Now her resolve was set as the 4 of them all enjoyed their meals.

"I'll tell her about it after we eat and walk around for a bit. I only hope she accepts."

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A/N: Well, that took longer to write then I originally thought. This is only Part 1 of the Vermilion City Adventures. Part 2 will be done soon, so thanks for reviewing, and see you soon.

Zion: Nxt up is my part isn't it. ;jumps with joy;

Yochan: No, next is what Raz is doing during these events, yours is number 3.

Zion:WHAT?! How can you put me and Rayne in last.

Raz:Zion, cake. ;holds out a snack cake while running from the room;

Zion: CAKE!! ;chases Raz;

Yochan: ;sigh; Hope you enjoy the rest of the show when it comes up folks. See ya soon.