Deeper Love
Disclaimer: I Do Not Own Pokemon
Discovery Found
Sometimes, life has coincidences. This was one of those times.
. . .
Misty and Jake had been spending quite the time together, and although Jake expressed an undeniable amount of love for the red-headed girl, Misty couldn't return his feelings.
Unfortunately, she was still in love with Ash, no matter what she did to try to get him out of her head.
On the good peak, her and Jake had become friends, and a new friend was always a plus, right? It was kind of awkward and made her feel guilty when he would buy her flowers, and roses, and beautiful jewellery, and take her out to fancy restaurents and care for her like nobody else had ever before, but she wasn't going to pretend to like him.
That was just be cruel, and mean of her. Especially because in the end, he would find out for sure. One way or another.
Still, he had invited her to a big fancy party held near the Pewter Gym, and it was for anyone who felt like coming.
Misty had agreed, and was now waiting in the parking lot for him to come.
She had decided to wear her hair down, which obviously looked the prettiest from the numerous winks guys gave her, and she also wore her usual denim shorts, and instead of a yellow top, she had flung on a purple retro jacket.
She had arrived fairly early, being that kind of girl, and didn't want to go into the party herself.
She could hear the music booming in through the walls, sending a shiver down her spine, despite the warmth of her cute jacket.
"Oh come on Jake, I'm waiting!" she grumbled to herself. Ironically, that's just when Jake's red car slid into the parking lot, a big toothy grin on his face as he waved to her, smiling.
Misty smiled back, and Jake got out of the car, slipping his hand into hers.
Misty felt her face go hot, and was relucant to say she really badly wanted to let go of his sweaty hands, but didn't want to hurt his feelings. Jake didn't deserve that.
. . .
"Why am I doing this again?" Ash complained, running a comb through his scruffy black hair, trying to gel it down smooth.
Gary stood behind him, adjusting his collar. "Because you've been doing nothing besides moping around my house all day, and I think a party is just the thing you need to cheer yourself up!"
Ash pretended to look glum, but a slow smile twitched against his lips. Gary obviously didn't know what he was doing crammed in his room day and night.
It was a surprise...something he'd been working on for awhile now...for Misty. He knew Misty would forgive him for not answering her calls, but he still wanted to make it special.
He didn't even want Gary to know, although he did feel a bit guilty since Gary HAD let him stay for as long as he wanted.
"Alright, alright," Ash grumbled, slipping on his sneakers. Gary sweatdropped. "Your not really going to wear sneakers, are you?"
Ash shrugged. "Why not?"
Gary rolled his eyes. "Because, this is fancy party Ash, you can't just go around wearing snea-"
"So? What are they gonna do? Kick me out?" He snorted, "I wouldn't actually mind,"
Gary raised an eyebrow, slipping on some black dress shoes, and ushered Ash out the door.
They got into the car, Gary driving.
"Hey!" Ash pointed to taco bell, "Lets stop by for some tacos first!"
Gary groaned. "We're going to be late if we do,"
Ash sighed. "Please!" he begged impatiently, "I don't want to eat some fancy cakes! They probably are tasteless!" he cried. Try them now! Our sugar-free cupcakes filled with carrots and peppers on top...Ash gagged, but smiled a little. Peppers and Carrots...Misty would really hate those cupcakes.
"No Ash, we are NOT stopping," Gary confirmed. He veered right as they neared the building where the party would be hosted.
They walked inside, and Ash groaned. Everyone looked so elegant...he could tell this party was going to be boring.
Gary grinned. "Look over there Ketchum," he whistled, pointing over at a cluster of girls giggling and squealing in long, beautiful dresses. "Those girls are HOT," he smiled. "Com'n Ketchum, I'm sure I can get you hooked with one of them..."
Ash raised an eyebrow. "Uh, I'll pass," he murmered, taking a sip from his coke.
Gary rolled his eyes. "Fine Ashy-Boy," he winked at one of the blondes, "I'll be back after I show them my moves," he strode briskly over to the group, and Ash watched him do some harmless flirting.
Ash suddenly wished he hadn't agreed to come to this party. He was obviously undressed, more then he'd expected in jeans and a t-shirt, and the nerve of Gary...to leave him by himself looking like an idiot! Also, everyone here seemed to have a date, except him...
He glanced over his shoulder when he heard a few guys hooting and laughing, and couldn't help but listen in on their conversation.
"Oh yeah, a REAL hot one she is," One of the guys chuckled.
Ash wrinkled his nose. He knew these kinds of guys...the were players, obviously.
"Oh yeah, and she's got some confidence too," The other boy snorted, "Coming to the party in shorts and a blouse...not bothering to wear a dress..."
The first boy smirked. "She don't need a dress...she's drop-dead gorgeous," he countered.
The second boy shrugged. "Too bad, she already came here with a boy..." he raised an eyebrow, "She's taken,"
Ash's brown eyes followed their's and he nearly fell over. It was...HOLY...MISTY! "Misty," Ash thought breathlessly.
She was laughing and talking with a bunch of other girls, and Ash could feel his heart race. She was gorgeous...
He shuffled around the crowd of people, eager to greet her. He hadn't seen her in so long, it felt like forever...he needed to hold her...
Just as he neared her, about to tap her on the shoulder, and boy with blonde hair and sea green eyes wrapped his arm around her casually, and Misty wasn't complaining.
Instead, she flinched just a bit, but her eyes sparkled with happiness as she laughed and talked.
Ash was stunned. Had she...had she...replaced him?
"Misty..." Ash stumbled backwards, the glass of coke nearly falling out of his trembling hands.
Misty whirled around, her aquamarine eyes sparkling with happiness, and a smile on her lips, but the moment she saw Ash, she stiffened. Her eyes widened. Her mouth dropped. "A-ash?" she stammered, feeling happiness flood inside of her.
Ash stared at her numbly, but decided not to jump to conclusions like he had last time with Rudy and her kissing. "Yeah," he nodded slowly, not meeting her eyes.
Misty scrambled out of Jake's grip, about to tackle Ash into a hug, when Jake stopped her, grabbing her wrist.
"Ash Ketchum," he snarled, "Do you know how much pain you gave Misty? She was hurting so much because of you!" he snapped.
Ash swallowed. "I'm sorry," he managed to whisper.
"Its oka-" Misty began, but once again, Jake interrupted. "She wouldn't stop crying you idiot! You think you can come here and just show up and expect her to forgive you just like that!" his eyes flamed.
Ash took a step back, gulping. "I'm sorry," he tried again.
"SHUT UP! She already has a knew boyfriend you IDIOT!" Jake scowled, "She doesn't need you anymore,"
Misty paled. "W-wha..thats not..tru-" but before she could register what had just happened, Jake yanked on her arm and dragged her out of the the party.
Ash just stood there.
Slowly, Jake's words took effect on him. She already has a boyfriend...she doesn't need you anymore...
Ash felt a wave of nausea cross him, and he made his way through the crowd, going outside to get some fresh air, blinking back a wave of tears gathering in his russet eyes.
He stood outside, feeling the wind blow through his black hair, and looked down unhappily.
Do you know how much pain you caused her? She was hurting because of you! She wouldn't stop crying! Jake's word rung in his ears over and over again, before Ash couldn't take the guilt anymore, and buckled down to his knees, sobbing quietly into the palms of his hands.
Misty was crying...because of him? He hated himself for making her cry.
The loud music made him cringe, his head pounding. He already had a headache, and it was just getting worse. Staggering to his feet, and he slowly went back inside, and grabbed Gary's arm. "Gary...can we l-leave early?" he begged, his voice wobbling.
Gary took one look at him, and nodded seriously. "Sure Ash...you go wait in the car..." he grinned a bit, to ease the tension, "I just gotta get the phone number of this totally hot chick I met a few moments ago..."
Ash shook his head, turning around and walking the other way towards the exit.
Well, my life is over. He thought to himself sadly, because really, Misty WAS his life. Well, I guess I made that surprise for nothing... he thought to himself, pushing past the crowd.
Suddenly, just as he was about to reach the exit, he bumped into someone.
"Sorry," he muttered, but when he looked up, he realized it was Jake.
"Watch where your going!" he snarled. Ash gritted his teeth, then glanced at the ground. "Hey, I think you dropped something,"
Jake looked down, and hastily tried to pick it up, but Ash grabbed it first.
On the card, was a picture of Jake, and his information, but the thing that Ash was surprised about most was the dark red lettering at the top that read...
Team Rocket.
Author's Notes
Its been awhile since I updated...I KNOW! :) Still, thanks for reviewing! ;) I hope you enjoyed the chapter, and PLEASE read my new story "THE JOURNEY OF LOVE!" I am very excited about that one too! :) I really hope you enjoyed this chapter...and please...kindly review! THANKS FOR READING!
