AN: Chapter 10 has arrived everyone! Not having marching band practice this week has helped updating so I'm pumped for that! Anyway, since you've waited so long for this chapter I'll stop rambling.
Disclaimer: I don't anything related to Pokémon.
Chapter 10
"I think some of them need to evolve." Zener told him bluntly.
"What?" Tsunami deadpanned as he looked at the electric type like she was crazy.
"You heard me. You asked for my opinion and there it is." Zener told him.
"Have you looked around?" Tsunami asked pointing to all the damage their hideout have taken from the attack by Kyrogue which really was Lucario.
"I can see that." Zener said without budging. "Don't you want to be prepared for we're attacked next time? Or end this all and bring the fight to him?"
Tsunami looked at Zener as he thought about what she was saying. The Jolteon had a point. His vision changed and he looked to see those who were injured and those too young to be even dragged into this feud; he saw her point. They were all tired of living like this and their children didn't deserve to live like that. They deserved to play in the sun, not in the rocks. Their parents and friends deserved lives not living in fear. They weren't strong enough to counter that last attack and they couldn't survive another. What made him think they would be? They needed to in a sense, evolve.
"You know the only place to evolve is Luminous Cave and that is Central Town at Whiscash Pond." Tsunami told her just make sure Zener wasn't planning on going in blind.
"I'm aware. We would go at night using stealth and hide in the bushes. I'd also like to bring extra members to aid as back-up in case we are spotted. Also having a Pokémon that knows Psychic would be of help considering a quick escape." Zener explained.
"I am accompanying her." A voice said and Mewtwo landed behind them causing both electric and water types to jump.
"Are you stalking me?" Zener asked in kind a low voice mainly speaking to herself. It was true. Mewtwo didn't seem to leave her alone. She thought they were even.
"No, I simply prefer to work with someone who seems they won't double-cross me." Mewtwo answered.
Zener sighed. That wasn't exactly what she meant, but…fine. Mewtwo would be helpful to have with her as he was a strong Pokémon and well…apparently the psychic legend wasn't going to take no for an answer.
"Fine." Tsunami said trusting her. "Take who is willing to go and head out when you're ready."
"Thank you." Zener said.
"No, thank you." Tsunami said. He trusted Zener with his group. She was one of them. One of the most dedicated. They would be alright in her paws. Zener treated the Bariah like her our team and she would never let anything ever happen to them; not on her life.
Zener looked at all who had gathered to the meeting place. She talked with everyone and while some were not sure about going, most seemed on board. Well, most not being an accurate number since the Bariah wasn't the largest group, but none the less she got Pokémon willing to try. Among the group was Datan, Baltoy, Shuppet, Magnemite, Voltob, and Grimer. Sure they seemed small, but they were eventually going to be powerhouses. Zener hoped she was doing the right thing and this wasn't as crazy as it seemed to be.
"Are you ready?" a deep voice asked her. She turned her head up and saw Mewtwo.
"I believe so." Zener said. She wanted to say 'yes', but she couldn't bring herself to do it.
"Then let's go." Mewtwo said using Psychic to lift them all and start to fly back toward the domain of the beast.
They were the edge of town near the post office which didn't look like one. The post office wasn't a Pelipper anymore as the paint had been torn off and holes scattered all over the building. Honestly it was now a lookout station. Zener could see from the top of the building were Pokémon sitting on top or roosting. They're eyes were red. Zener sighed as she knew she was going to have to take them out.
Zener pointed down with her paw signaling Mewtwo to put them down on the ledges below. There were enough and it was helpful that some of the Pokémon levitate or sit on anything. Zener had to keep her mind focused, but she couldn't help shuttering. The last time she was here she was attacked and about died. Not something she wants to relive. Now she needed a plan. She looked around at all she had with her. She could work with them. She whispered her plan to Mewtwo and he told the others via telepathy. It paid to have a psychic around.
Zener trusted him. He wasn't going to fail her or any of them. She came to him and she gave him a chance. A chance to get stronger and make an impact on their cause. That was all he wanted was a chance to do something for the Bariah. He felt like he owed her for giving the chance. She was an amazing Pokémon even before Lucario tried to kill her. She saved the world from the meteor and attempted to rebuild the society. He didn't see why someone would want her gone.
Grimer slowly moved his way up the cliff side with his newest partner in crime, one of the Magnemite. The plan was to attract the Pokémon guards outside with the smell and then Magnemite would paralyze them with his Thunder Wave. It seemed rather simple, but it was actually complicated. Even the simplest of issues could occur and ruin everything. As Grimer reached the top of the cliff he made sure his smell would increase. It didn't bother Magnemite so it was perfect. Not to mention because it was dark Grimer purple color was barely visible in the darkness of night. Then the second Magnemite would enter the complex and take care of the rest. Not all of them were sure about the plan, but Zener said she wouldn't have anyone else complete the mission.
Pokémon wondered out from the outlook post. Some where Pokémon Zener recognized that lived in the square, but none of them were ones she interact with on a daily bases. They all had the same red eyed look meaning that they were also being controlled by Lucario. The Pokémon moved farther away from their post and Zener sent an electrical signal to the Magnemite. Feeling an electrical "GO!" they cautiously approached their targets. By going in from behind each of the groups they unleashed their Thunder Wave. Paralyzed they couldn't move nor speak and Mewtwo used his own Psychic abilities to disable them. They wouldn't be a problem until they were gone and completed their mission.
The darkness of the night and clouds shrouded their path. The moon couldn't shine through the dark clouds thus increasing the amount of darkness. Instead of going through the town square they thought the trees would be safer. The only complication by going through the trees would be that stepping on branches and leaves made crunching noises. The light shone from Luminous Cave made the area around the pond much brighter. It was almost as clear as day, but instead of the sun and blue light shone from the crystal.
"There it is…" Zener whispered. Everyone nodded. "Alright…one at time each of you will go down there and evolve. Mewtwo and I will keep watch. Alright Grimer you're up first."
Grimer nodded and slowly moved toward the cavern. Zener and Mewtwo kept their eyes one him and every Pokémon that went after. No one would make a surprise attack on them on their watch. They deserved to be watched over like any other Pokémon. They deserve everything they each got. Eventually the last Pokémon went who was Datan. Moments later he returned a new Pokémon, Porygon 2. Zener smiled as her plan was working. These Pokémon were getting to be Pokémon. Datan looked incredibly happy with his newly evolved form and Zener even had to admit that he looked cute. Like an animated ducky.
As Datan reached the shrubs he stopped. Zener's eyebrow raised in confusion wondering why he would stop. They were moments away from completing the mission. They could attempt to reason, if needed fight, with Lucario to allow all Pokémon to live amongst each other happily. Zener then noticed the blue energy around Datan's body…Psychic. He was then pulled away roughly.
"Zener!" He screamed as he couldn't be dragged away from them with Psychic. He was pulled toward a tall figure with glowing blue eyes that lurked in the shadows and not in the light. There was no use hiding anymore. They were discovered.
"Lucario…" Zener growled. "Let Datan go."
"Why would I listen to a rat like you?" Lucario sneered. Zener only growled at the assumption that she was a rat. She was more a dog.
"I would think is wise to listen." Mewtwo said.
"None of you are worthy enough to listen to." Lucario countered.
"We are all worthy. All Pokémon evolve. All the Pokémon before you evolved. Doesn't that make them true?" Zener asked.
Lucario just stared at Zener. It was almost like they were having a staring contest. No one moved. No one made a sound. The only sounds came from the wind whistling. Suddenly Datan dropped to the ground and Zener made a choking sound. Her paw went to her throat and her eyes to Lucario who was still using Psychic except this time on her. He needed to silence her.
Mewtwo then pushed past Zener and fired a Focus Blast at the fighting and steel type. Lucario didn't move as another tall shadow figure jumped down from the trees slicing the attack with a green glowing blade. The explosion of the move being destroyed did one of the jobs which was for Lucario to lose concentration on Zener.
Zener coughed as she tried to regain her breath. Luckily that Lucario didn't have a hold on much longer or Zener would have lost consciousness then they might be in trouble. Zener looked up at the two as her vision cleared to see Lucario…and Vidar. Every time she saw him her heart broke. Her partner. She felt so horrible this happened to him. They were supposed to be together, not fighting each other.
"No." Lucario said coming around Vidar. "You only grow more tiresome, never truly changing. You evolve as simple coming together. Pokémon evolve by becoming something other than what they already were. There are a few exceptions. You were born untrue."
Zener thought it best to change her tactic. Lucario may be the source of the problem, but the source truly stood alone. If only she could get through to them or just one. That might be enough.
"Vidar…"
"Don't speak to them!" Lucario cried and fired an Aura Sphere at her. Zener jumped out of the way and the attack broke a tree in half behind her.
"It appears we can't win this fight." Mewtwo said calmly. Despite being a powerful Pokémon, he was still beatable. He knew when it pointless. Other Pokémon lurked near the town and would arrive as soon as they were called.
Zener nodded to Mewtwo she agreed. They accomplished what they came here to do. All the Pokémon that could evolve evolved. They were hear to start a fight. They could come back and finish this. Mewtwo telepathically read Zener's mind understanding her escape plan. They would make a break for the trees and then escape by using Psychic. The message was delivered to the other and Zener saw a stream of nods come from the others.
"Discharge!" Zener cried and attacked. Lucario and Vidar covered themselves with their arms.
"Now!" Mewtwo called and they all turned and ran.
As soon as Zener got her chance she ran after the others. However, it only took a moment for Lucario to recover and chase after them.
Their hearts pumped faster than before. For some running was a challenge, but Zener stayed behind and kept everyone moving while keeping their enemies at bay. Zener wouldn't allow anyone to be left behind. If anyone she helped didn't make it back then she would fail. She'd consider the mission a failure.
'Mewtwo. We don't have much time. We need to go.' Zener told the psychic type through the telepathic bond he open between them.
'Fine.'
Zener felt her feet leave the ground as she was lifted into the air. Zener then turned her body and made sure they weren't being followed. Through the open spaces in the trees Zener saw Lucario attempting to follow. With his speed Zener could tell it wouldn't be a problem.
Lucario then stopped. They were getting away. He wouldn't allow that. He wouldn't be made a fool nor let the Bariah get the upper hand. They were cowards and never came to a fight. Lucario then activated his Bone Rush and split it in two. Aiming for them directly he threw them,
Zener saw the moves coming at them; she saw where they were going. She needed to get them both at the same time.
"Discharge!"
Zener's eyes widen seeing the Bone Rush got right through her electrical attack without even stopping. Like a blade to grass. She cursed to herself. All the different moves were still new to her. She forgot that Bone Rush was a ground type move. All she could was watch as one of them struck Mewtwo in the back of the head.
The psychic type lost concentration and they all screamed being dropped toward the ground. Mewtwo quickly recovered and used Psychic to grab everyone in sight. They had been free falling only about a second so no one hit the trees and out of range. Increasing his speed Mewtwo carried them back toward the ocean away from harm.
Lucario smirked. They had escaped and that was okay. Both attacks hit their targets and according to his plan. He watched as Mewtwo was struck by one and the other struck his other target. The ground type move hit from behind increasing the falling speed. As pushed through the bush his smirk grew. He knew the Bariah. They don't leave their own behind no matter who it was. It was their weakness. He had leverage now. They all didn't escape, but the mission succeeded. Victory never looked as bright as he watched the injured Zener wake up from being knocked unconscious, attempt to get up, and glare at him as she sparked her fur.
AN: I finally finished this chapter and combined it with another making this one! Yay! I hope you enjoyed it and will leave me a Review! Also if you want to Favorite and Follow in the meantime! Thanks for reading! Bye Friends!