Episode 12: Trust is hard to come by

Sure Lucas and Kim have forgiven Shade for all the trouble he caused. But David hasn't forgotten. Will Shade and Monodramon be able to win David's trust? And more importantly; can they work together to stop another Digimon attack?


-The Grand Master's House, the Digital Forest, Digital World-

As usual, the Grand Master was still trying to figure out and resolve the problem with the Digital Barrier. But while he was working on the computer, the screen started to show another Digimon was about to head towards the Real World.

Grand Master: Oh no. Not again.

He quickly started pressing buttons on his computer keypad and he managed to pull up a picture of the Digimon heading towards the Real World.

Grand Master: Oh my. That… could be a real problem.


-Houston City, Texas, United States-

Despite that the weekend was over, there was no School today. David was walking around the City. He was running errands for his Mom and Dad. But as he was walking along the sidewalk, he noticed Shade was in his normal spot.

David: "Its him. What on Earth is he doing here?"

David slowly walked towards Shade. But Shade opened up one of his eyes and saw David coming his way.

Shade: Can I help you with something?

Surprised, David stopped right near Shade.

David: Not really.

But what Shade didn't know, is that David still remembered the things he did to Lucas and Dorumon. And he didn't have a clue about what happened at Galveston, so David thought Shade was the same as before. He just glared at him.

Shade: Is there a reason why you're looking at me like that?

David: I have a few reasons.

With that said, Shade was starting to understand what might be going through David's head.

Shade: OK. I know what you're thinking. All I have to say is that whatever happened before, I can guarantee it wouldn't be happening again.

Yet, David found that very hard to believe.

David: How can I possibly believe that? After everything that you've done to Lucas and Dorumon, you think that I would just let it slide?

Shade: You don't understand…

David: No, I do understand. You'll do anything to get rid of Dorumon. And I won't let you. If you come anywhere near them, I will hunt you down and crush you! You may be a year older then me, but I can crush you like a grape!

Even when he saw David's muscle and know that was true, Shade was not impressed as he gave David a blank look. He then stood up from where he sat and slowly walked up to David's side.

David: What are you do…

The next thing he knew, Shade placed a hand on his right shoulder before tripping him and causing him to fall on his back. David groaned in pain before looking up at Shade.

Shade: You may have more muscle then me, but muscle is not everything. I learned how to fight with Strikedramon as my sparring partner.

David got off the ground before angrily glaring at Shade.

Shade: Look, you need to understand that…

David: No! I don't want to hear it! I'm out if here!

And with that said, David walked off. And Shade could only look as he saw the enraged David walk away from him.

Shade: He's so stubborn.

Monodramon then spoke to Shade from his purple Digivice. He overheard everything from their conversation.

Monodramon: You can't blame him. After all, you were a bit… you know.

Shade: I know, Monodramon. But I'm not like that anymore. If only he could see that.

Monodramon: Give him time. You never know. He might come around eventually.

Shade: I hope so, Monodramon. I hope so.


-Mission Bend Middle School, Houston, Texas, United States-

Lucas and Robert were heading towards Lucas' School. Since there was no School today, Lucas wanted to show off his School to Robert. Because someday, Robert might be ending attending this School.

Dorumon: Is it all clear?

Lucas: Dorumon, it's a no School today. I doubt anyone besides us would be here. Now reload, Dorumon.

Dorumon then came out of Lucas Azure Digivice and now stood in the School grounds. He looked around just in case.

Dorumon: I won't lie, Dorumon. But you worry to much.

Dorumon: I'm not worrying to much, I just wanted to be sure that is safe is all.

Lucas and Robert only laughed at Dorumon for thinking that.

Lucas and Robert: (Laughing)…

Dorumon: It's not that funny!

After they finished laughing at Dorumon, all three of them went inside the School. Robert was the first to step in, followed by Lucas and Dorumon. They walked down the hallways were all the lockers are. And each time Robert saw something in the School, he was fachinated.

Robert: I never imagined that this place has so much stuff.

Lucas: A lot more then your School does. And someday little brother, You'll be here in this School.

Robert could almost picture it now in his head. Dorumon on the other hand was very fascinated to see everything.

Dorumon: You know, the only time I've been in this School was when I was Dorimon.

Lucas: Oh yeah, I remember that. That was when Monochromon attacked about a week ago.

Hearing there was a Digimon attack at School, Robert was just in shock.

Robert: You mean you guys took on a Digimon here?

Lucas: Yep.

Dorumon: It was actually one of our very first battles as partners.

Lucas just gave an embarrassed laugh at that. But yet, Robert was starting to look a little upset for some reason. And that worried Lucas.

Lucas: Uh… little brother? Are you okay?

In an instant, Robert snapped out of his thoughts.

Robert: Oh… it's nothing. Don't worry, I'm just fine.

Robert just gave out a fake smile. But Lucas thought it was alright.

Lucas: Well in that case, why don't I show you the one place that you might find very challenging in this School.

Dorumon: Oh boy.

Now that got Robert's attention.

Robert: Like what?

Lucas: The School Cafeteria!

For some reason, Robert already had the image in his head, and he questioned that.

Robert: How is the Cafeteria so bad?

Lucas: You'll know in a minute.

Dorumon: I'm kinda curious about that myself.

Lucas: Then what are we standing around for?

All three of them continued to walk down the hallway towards the first floor Cafeteria. But as they were walking, Robert looked out the window and gazed at the sky. He couldn't help but get something of his mind. Every time he saw Lucas and Dorumon together, it made him a little sad.

Robert: "I hope I could get a Digimon partner too. Then we could have cool battles together and be friends just like Lucas and Dorumon."

While Robert was thinking, Dorumon couldn't help but wonder about the Cafeteria.

Dorumon: So how is the Cafeteria so bad?

Lucas: Have you seen the food they serve us there? Thrust me, you don't wanna know.

He's right, nobody wants to know about that.


-David Anderson's House, Downtown, Houston, Texas, United States-

After running errands for his parents, David opened up the front door and left all the stuff for his parents on the kitchen counter. Then he went through the living room then headed up the stairs. His dad was sitting there on his normal comfy chair and was reading the newspaper. David's Dad looks just like him with the dark brown hair and blue eyes. He wears a light blue buttoned shirt and black pants. Mr. Anderson then turned around and saw David going up the stairs.

Mr. Anderson: So son, did it all go well?

Hearing his Dad's question, David turned around and just smiled at him.

David: Oh it was fine. By the way, where's Mom?

Mr. Anderson: She had to go take care of a few things at work today. She'll be back in about an hour or so. You know how she is.

David: "Yeah. The very loud type."

Thinking about it, he had the images of him and his Mother sometime yelling at one another whenever it is about the littlest thing in the house. After that, David went up to his room and closed the door. Elecmon was there waiting on David's bed.

Elecmon: So, where you've been all morning?

David: Just running a few things for my parents. Oh and… I ran into Shade this morning.

Elecmon remembered Shade. How he and Monodramon attacked him before, and how they fight Lucas and Dorugamon before he stepped in.

Elecmon: Oh yeah, I remember him.

David: This time he went on about how he wasn't the same as before.

Elecmon: And…

David: And like I'm gonna believe that load of garbage from him. He can't just say that after putting Lucas and Dorumon through all that trouble.

Elecmon understood what David was saying. But he couldn't help but think of what Shade said to David. And he's actually believing that he's saying the truth.

Elecmon: I don't know, David. You're not giving him a chance.

Now that got David's attention.

David: Wait a minute… Are you saying that I should try to forgive him after what he's done?

Elecmon: Well…

Before Elecmon could gave an answer, David's orange Digivice started going off. It was signaling another Digimon has entered the Real World.

David: Oh great, this better be good.

David then picked his Digivice out of his pocket and he saw it was displaying a holographic image of his current area.

David: the Digimon signal is actually very close to us.

Elecmon: Well that's something I didn't expect.

Then, David and Elecmon looked at each other for a minute, and they both had the same idea in mind.

David: You're thinking what I'm thinking?

Elecmon: I believe I am.

After transferring Elecmon in his Digivice, David went downstairs and passed his Dad again.

Mr. Anderson: Where are you going now?

David: Just going out for a little while. I'll be back soon.

Mr. Anderson: Okay then.

After David got his shoes on, he left the House and started heading where the Digimon signal as. But then Elecmon decided to respond David's question about Shade.

Elecmon: David, about your question about Shade.

David: Yes?

Elecmon: I think you should forgive Shade.

Now this stopped David from running as the holographic map image changed to Elecmon and David looked at him with disbelief.

David: You can't be serious, Elecmon.

Elecmon: I am serious, David. If Shade said that he has changed, then we should believe him.

However, being a stubborn kid, David won't have any of it.

David: No! I am not going to forgive him for everything he's done! Now come on! We've got a Digimon to find!

Elecmon just sighed at his partner stubbornness, knowing that this will only lead him to trouble.

Elecmon: (Sighs)… You are so stubborn, David. I hope you change your mind soon, before something happens that you'll regret.


-Kim Foster's House, Mission Bend, Houston, Texas, United States-

Kim and Floramon were out in the backyard of the House. Ms. Foster was out running errands, so it was safe for Floramon to move around the House. Kim wanted to show her all the flowers that her Mom planted in the backyard. And Floramon, being a Plant Type Digimon and all, couldn't help but to like them all.

Floramon: I never knew that your Mom was quite the flower lover.

Kim: Well, she told me that when she was younger, she used to work in a flower shop.

Floramon was surprised by that. Despite Ms. Foster being into flowers, she didn't even seem to notice Floramon was a resemblance to one.

Floramon: You think she would notice me. You know, me being a flower Digimon and all.

Kim: Well, she hasn't seen a flower like you in her life, so you can't really blame her.

Thinking about it, Floramon knew Kim was right about that.

Floramon: Yeah, I guess you're right.

Kim: If she did knew who you really are, she would freak out.

Knowing that was true, the two of them couldn't help but laugh at that.

Kim and Floramon: (Laughing)…

But while they were outside laughing, inside Kim's room, her green Digivice was starting to go off. Signaling a wild Digimon presence.


-Tomball, Houston, Texas, United States-

Kyle was enjoying his day off of School too. He decided to take the day off from Digimon battling and go enjoy himself with Ryudamon for a while. They both went out into the forest area and decided to relax there for the day.

Kyle: This spot is perfect. Nobody can see us way out here.

Ryudamon: That's good. The last thing I want is to be seen and make a panic in public.

Kyle laughed at that because it was true. If anyone knew about Ryudamon, there would be a panic.

Kyle: Well, as long as we're out here, nothing can happen. At least I think so.

Now that kinda worried Ryudamon. But he knew Kyle was only joking about that.

Ryudamon: Yeah, I guess you're right.

Kyle: You know I'm right.

But all the way back at Kyle's House, his dark brown Digivice was starting to go on. And he wasn't there to pick it up. Is anyone going to pick up their Digivice's?


-Mission Bend Middle School, Houston, Texas, United States-

Back at School Lucas was now showing the gym to Robert and Dorumon. They changed to their gym clothes as Robert want to try some of the gymnastics equipment. There are balance beams, a vaulting horse, a mat for jumping and many more.

Robert: Wow. You and the others exercise using these? Back at my School we usually exercise by running or push-up.

Lucas: Well we perform those exercises first as a warm up before using the equipment, little brother.

As they were talking, Dorumon (who doesn't need gym clothes) was looking around the gym until he noticed three ropes hanging on the ceiling.

Dorumon: What are these for?

Lucas and Robert then came and stood by his side.

Lucas: Rope climbing. It's a test of strength and courage. The higher you climb shows how strong you are, as well as how brave you are depending how high you want to climb.

Dorumon was watching the rope intently as he was itching to try it out.

Dorumon: Do you mind if I try it?

Lucas: Go for it, buddy.

With that said, Dorumon grabbed the rope and started climbing. He's doing very well for a first timer, especially for someone who only has three fingers. Dorumon has now reached the middle of the rope as Lucas and Robert watched him in wonder.

Robert: He's doing great, Lucas! Look at him go!

Lucas: Yeah!

They continued to watch Dorumon climbing the robe till finally he reached the ceiling. Dorumon then looked down at them with a happy look in his face.

Dorumon: Well? Does this show's that I am strong?

Lucas: And brave too! You're amazing, Dorumon! I only managed to reach closely to the middle of the rope, and here are, already reaching the ceiling despite being your first time trying!

Dorumon: Well… don't forget that in my champion form I can fly! So I'm always up high from the ground!

Thinking about it, Lucas knew it was true and laughed about that.

Lucas: Now that you mention it, it's true! (Laughs)…

Robert and Dorumon: (Laughing)…

Lucas: Alright! When we're done exercising, we'll head for the Basketball gym next!

Robert: You play Basketball here? Yay!

Of course this made Dorumon confused as he doesn't know what Basketball is.

Dorumon: Umm… What's Basketball?

Lucas and Robert looked up at Dorumon who's still hanging up close to the ceiling, as Lucas gave Dorumon a smile.

Lucas: Believe me, Dorumon. You'll gonna have a lot of fun playing this sport.

As the three boys continued to try the other equipment. Back at the changing room, Lucas' azure blue Digivice was beeping loudly as the screen turn on and off. It looks like David and Elecmon are the only one's answering the call, but what about Shade and Monodramon?


-Houston City, Texas, United States-

Back in the City, everything seemed to be moving as it normally does in the City area. But back where Shade is, he was still thinking about the fact that David doesn't thrust him like Lucas and Kim now does. And that was seriously bothering him.

Shade: I don't get it. I normally don't let something like this bug me. But why is it.

Making sure no-one's around, Monodramon answered Shade's question.

Monodramon: Maybe its because David and Elecmon are chosen, just like you and me.

Shade: Maybe.

Shade then started to remember the conversation he had with the Grand Master last night.

-Flashback-

Shade: Huh? Chosen? I'm afraid I don't understand, Grand Master.

Shade has received a call from the Grand Master, who wanted to tell something to him and Monodramon, and they didn't expect this.

Grand Master: It is as I said. You and Monodramon were meant to be together the moment you two met when you were little. That's when you Shade, received your Digivice.

Shade was very surprised about this. He thought that the Grand Master prepared the Digivice just for him, while in actuality, he was holding it on for him until he was old enough to use it.

Shade: Then… the others…

Grand Master: When I heard that they received their own Digivice and partner Digimon, I had my doubts. There exist millions of Humans as well as there are Digimon, so the chances of a Digivice appearing in front of a random Human and Digimon shouldn't happen very often. And yet…

The Grand Master took a moment before continuing.

Grand Master: And yet, lots of Human children that comes in contact with Digimon are receiving their own Digivice's. It might sound a little absurd, but I believe everything happened by fate.

Shade: Fate?

Grand Master: Think about it, Shade. As I said, it's not often that a random kid get their own Digivice and Digimon. This cannot be a coincidence.

When Shade thought about everything the Grand Master told, he knew that it does make sense. Lucas, David, Kyle, and now Kim, has gotten their own Digivice after meeting their Digimon. While the others such as Lucas' two weird friends and his little brother didn't received one. Shade then remembered something that the Grand Master said to him at the beginning of their conversation.

Shade: Grand Master, you said that me and the others are chosen. What are we chosen for?

There was only a pause as the Grand Master remained silent in the cellphone.

Shade: Grand Master?

Grand Master: Listen, Shade. This is something that can only be told once all of you are together. So you have to wait for while.

It was not the answer he was looking for, but Shade had to thrust his master.

Shade: I understand, Grand Master.

-End of flashback-

As Shade was remembering that conversation, his purple Digivice was going off on his belt.

Shade: Huh? What now?

He grabbed his Digivice and turned on the holo-screen. It was displaying a Digimon signal in the City area.

Monodramon: What's it saying this time?

Shade: By the looks of it… another Digimon is entering the Real World!

The moment he said that, a Digital Gate started to open up in the sky right above them.

Monodramon: You mean like that!

Everyone including Shade looked up at the portal and saw a jet shaped creature coming out of the portal. It resembles a grey Pterosaur and a black fighter jet combined. It wears a black face plate and has glowing red eyes. It also has missiles on the bottom of its jet-like wings.

Monodramon: Well, so much for a quiet day.

Shade: When will we learn that it's never a quiet day around here?

The jet-like creature swooped down and started terrorizing everyone on the street. Everyone fled in terror of this creature. But not Shade. As Shade called Monodramon from his Digivice, the device showed a holographic image of this creature along with its info.

Shade: Let's see. That Digimon is known as Pteramon. He's an Armor Level and Dinosaur Type Digimon. Data Attribute. A combination of both Dinosaur and machine.

Monodramon: Another Armor Level, huh?

Shade: Yeah, but this one might be a problem.

Pteramon just continued to scare away everyone that was in the area of the City. However, Shade and Monodramon weren't gonna just run away from this.

Shade: But no matter what, we gotta stop him! Are you ready for this, Monodramon?

Monodramon: You don't have to ask me twice! Let's do this!

Hearing that answer, Shade pointed his Digivice at Monodramon and it started to beep, while Monodramon began to glow.

"Monodramon, Digivolve to… Strikedramon!"

As the Digivolution was complete, Strikedramon ran towards Pteramon as he called on to him.

Strikedramon: Pteramon! I'm your opponent!

Pteramon noticed Strikedramon coming at him, and he turned around and faced him.

Pteramon: So you wanna fight with me!?

Strikedramon: That's why I'm here for!

Strikedramon readied his claws as he jumped up at Pteramon.

Strikedramon: Strike Claw!

Unfortunately, Pteramon moved up into the sky in an instant. Moving out of the way of Strikedramon's claw attack.

Pteramon: Nice try!

Strikedramon: No way!

Shade: He's faster then I thought!

Then Pteramon's missiles on his wings began to lock-on Strikedramon.

Pteramon: Try this on for size! Missile Storm!

Pteramon fired a barrage of Missiles at Strikedramon. The Commando Dragon can't dodge as he was still up in the air, the attack sent him flying back towards the ground bellow.

Strikedramon: AAAAAAAAHH!

Shade: Strikedramon!

Strikedramon just landed down hard on the cement. Shade couldn't believe how Pteramon was able to bring down Strikedramon so early in the battle.

Shade: This is… impossible.

But then, Strikedramon slowly started to get back up off the ground.

Strikedramon: Shade, remember when you said that this could be a problem? I'm starting to see why.

Shade: He may be fast, but you got the power! Go get 'em!

Hearing that, Strikedramon roared and went back after Pteramon. Even so, Shade couldn't help but worry.

Shade: "I know Strikedramon's though, but I don't think he can handle a speedy Digimon like Pteramon."

While Shade was thinking, Strikedramon tried his claw attack at Pteramon again. But non of claws were able to land a hit.

Pteramon: Sorry, to slow! (Laughs)…

Strikedramon: Why you!

But no matter how many times Strikedramon tried, it wasn't working.

Shade: "At this rate, we might not be able to hold on for long."


-Somewhere near Houston City, Texas, United States-

After receiving a Digimon signal close to his neighborhood, David and Elecmon by his side went to investigate. They were heading to their usual training spot. And it would seem that the signal was pinpointing the exact location on the Digivice.

David: OK. It says this is the spot. But where's the Digimon?

David and Elecmon looked in all directions, but they couldn't see a Digimon anywhere.

Elecmon: I can't sense any Digimon presence here. Are you sure this is the right place?

David: That is what the Digivice is saying, but I don't understand why there isn't…

His sentence was cut off when suddenly the area around him and Elecmon started to become filled with mist.

David: Okay, what's going on now?

Elecmon: You expect me to have an answer for everything?

Everything was quiet at first, but then David and Elecmon saw something coming towards them through the mist.

David: I think we found our Digimon.

Elecmon: Better get ready.

David prepared to help Elecmon Digivolve, but when the Digimon revealed itself, Elecmon was in shock. The new Digimon was revealed to resemble that of a Moose. But it was white with blue antlers, hooves, thick pastern fur, neck fur, and had blue linings on his white color skin and at the tip of his long white tail is a tuft of blue fur. His eyes are red and has brown belts strapped on his legs and a brown bandage wrapped on his tail.

Elecmon: Now way. It can't be.

David didn't have a clue about what Elecmon was saying. So he took out his orange Digivice and looked at the information on this new Digimon.

David: Let's see. Moosemon. An Armor Level Ancient Animal Type Digimon and Data Attribute. Ancient Animal? Why is he called that?

Elecmon: That's because they say that Moosemon is one of the most wisest Digimon you'll ever meet!

After reading that, David looked at Moosemon who was looking back at him and Elecmon.

Moosemon: Tell me, young Human. Have you come to battle me?

A little shocked at first, David readied himself just in case.

David: So what if we did?

Elecmon: David.

Elecmon had a stern look on his face when he looked at David.

Moosemon: Do not be alarmed, young one. I did not came here for a fight.

Now that was a shock to David. Normally, the Digimon he faced wanted to have a fight with him and Elecmon.

David: Hold on. If you're not here to fight, then why are you here exactly?

Moosemon only laughed a little at that question.

Moosemon: (Laughs)… That's a silly question. I've come here to see the area.

Now that was an even bigger shock to David.

David: See the area!?

Moosemon: Yes. You see, I've found that your world has many interesting qualities compared to the Digital World. I've been roaming these lands of the Human World for quite some time now.

That brought a shock to both David and Elecmon at the same time.

Elecmon: Are you saying that you've been traveling here in the Real World?

Moosemon: Yes.

David: For how long exactly?

Moosemon: I don't remember. I've lost track after 30 years or so.

David and Elecmon could not believe what they just heard. Moosemon has been travelling in the Real World for over 30 years.

David and Elecmon: 30 years!

Moosemon: Yes.

Elecmon: B-But how?! I mean, it's true that Digimon's can enter the Real World, but that started a few weeks ago!

Moosesmon: To answer your question, young Elecmon. It's possible for a Digimon to open a Digital Gate at their own volition, and travel between worlds whenever they desire.

Now Elecmon was the one who's shocked this time. He never knew that this ability existed.

Elecmon: So we Digimon has the ability to open a Digital Gate?

Moosemon only shook his head at his question.

Moosemon: No. The ability to open a gate is something that anyone couldn't easily achieved. However…

Moosemon expression as he closed his eyes, David and Elecmon were curious at what the Ancient Animal was thinking.

David: Moosemon?

The Digimon then opened his eyes again as he looked at them with a serious look.

Moosemon: The Digital Barrier… it has been destroyed.

David: Digital Barrier? What's that?

Moosemon: It's a barrier that exist in the Dimensional wall. Its purpose is to keep the Real and Digital World apart. But now that it's destroyed, unstable gates will appear and Digimon might end up falling into one and ends up in the Human World.

David and Elecmon were surprised to hear this. This explains why all of this us happening.

Elecmon: But wait, Moosemon? How did the Digital Barrier ended up being destroyed in the first place?

Moosemon closed his eyes again before open them up.

Moosemon: I'm not who caused it, but all I can say that it's an ancient evil as old as the Digital World itself.

Elecmon and David couldn't be more surprised than they are before. David then remembered about what happened with Ogremon, and the evil voice that came out of the portal.

David: Could that evil be the one that toke Ogremon?

Elecmon: It could be.

As the two were contemplating about this, Moosemon turned his attention to the City.

Moosemon: Hmm…

David: What's the matter, Moosemon?

Moosemon: I'm sensing another Digimon presence here, right over there.

Moosemon pointed his nose at the direction of the City. Elecmon then became aware as he sensed the Digimon presence as well.

Elecmon: He's right, David! There's another Digimon and it's in the City!

David was shocked as he took out his Digivice and sure there was a Digimon signal coming from the City.

David: Oh no. We better head to the area, and quickly!

But just before they were gonna spring off, Moosemon had something else to say.

Moosemon: Hold on. I can sense another Digimon is currently battling the wild Digimon in the area you two are heading to.

David thought about it for a moment, and the only person that would be fight in the area, might be Shade.

David: I think I know who it is. But now I'm not so sure if I should go.

Elecmon couldn't believe that David just said that.

Elecmon: What do mean "not so sure"!? They need our help!

David knew Elecmon was right. If it was Lucas or the others, he would go help them right away. But he hesitated to go and help Shade after all the trouble he caused to Lucas and Dorumon. Moosemon saw David's hesitation and couldn't help but to intervene in his situation.

Moosemon: I'm guessing you're having a hard time thinking about whether or not you should go. Tell me; why are you hesitating to go and help?

Of course, David had the answer to that one.

David: Why should I go help him? After all the trouble he caused to my friends, why should I just go and help him? Sure he says he's changed. But how am I supposed to believe that?

Elecmon: David…

David didn't respond to Elecmon's words, but then Moosemon walked closer to David and lowered his head to be face to face with David.

David: (Gasps)…

Moosemon: I know it's hard to accept. But… you'll never truly know unless you try to accept it.

Those words seemed to be getting to David. But he still wasn't sure whether or not he should believe in Shade.

David: But how can I?

Moosemon: It's not a question of whether you can or can't. Sometimes, you just do.

When David thought about it, he knew Moosemon was right about that. He'll never know unless he try to forgive Shade for what he's done.

David: Well then… maybe you're right.

Elecmon: Of course he's right. That's what I've been trying to tell you about believing in Shade or not.

David just rolled his eyes at Elecmon, but Moosemon laughed at the two of them.

Moosemon: (Laughs)… My, aren't you two quite the match.

Something then came into Elecmon's mind about Moosemon.

Elecmon: Hey wait a minute. Moosemon, why can't I sense your presence? The Digivice picked up your signal before but not anymore.

Moosemon: I believe this "Digivice" you called the Digital Gate I opened. As for my presence, I learned how to mask my presence and energy from being detected.

Now that explains a lot of things. Now that everything is situated, there is only one thing to do.

David: Okay then. Thanks for the advice, Moosemon. I know what I gotta do now. You know what I'm talking about, right Elecmon?

Elecmon: I know. Let us go gave Shade and Monodramon a helping hand.

David still wasn't comfortable with this. But he had to at least try.

David: Okay then, let's go!

David started sprinting off towards the City. However, Elecmon was not sprinting alongside him.

David: Elecmon? Hey!?

Elecmon was still back with Moosemon. He wanted to learn more from the wise Digimon.

Elecmon: Please, tell me more, o' wise one.

Moosemon: Well, what I can tell you is that your partner is about to drag you out of here any second now.

Now that confused Elecmon, until he actually felt David's hand pulling on his tail.

David: Come on!

Elecmon: Whoa!

David just dragged Elecmon off by his tail.

Elecmon: But I wanted to learn more!

David: You're gonna learn pain if you don't come!

Elecmon: Why do you gotta ruin everyone's fub!?

David: Oh shut up!

Moosemon just stood there. Watching David and Elecmon fade away into the distance. He closed both his eyes and then a Digital Gate opened up behind him, only this one looked stable unlike the other ones. He then turned around and started to step in into the portal.

Moosemon: My job here… is done. Go young ones. May you two become even stronger. Till we meet again.

After he said that, the portal closed up behind him. And then the mist disappeared along with him, like it was never there in the first place.


-Houston City, Texas, United States-

Back in the City, the whole downtown area was starting to crumble under the pressure of Strikeramon and Pteramon's battle. There was a moment of silence. But then, was seen slamming into one of the building windows.

Strikedramon: GGAAAAAHH!

Strikedramon looked up and saw Pteramon coming towards him with another attack.

Pteramon: Had enough!? Missile Storm!

Shade: Strikedramon, look out!

Pteramon fired another barrage of missiles towards Strikedramon, but the Commando Dragon was able to jump out of the way before it hit him. Unfortunately, the building wasn't so lucky as it fell to the ground.

Strikedramon: That's it! No more mister nice guy!

Shade: You know what to do, Strikedramon!

Strikedramon: Right!

Strikedramon launched himself forward at Pteramon. But said Digimon fired his attack once again at him.

Pteramon: Are you ever gonna do something interesting!? Missile Storm!

All the missiles were coming straight for Strikedramon, but the Dragon Man then burned himself in blue fire to counter attack.

Strikedramon: Strike Fang!

Pteramon: I don't think so! Piercing Beak!

Pteramon sharpened his long beak and headed straight for the incoming Strikedramon. When they both clashed, smoke filled the air around them.

Shade: Strikedramon!

After a few seconds, Strikedramon came down from the smoke and started to fall towards the ground.

Strikedramon: AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHH!

Shade: Strikedramon, no!

But just before Strikedramon hit the ground, Leomon showed up out of nowhere and managed to grab him just in time.

Shade: What?

Strikedramon: Leomon?

When Leomon landed back on the ground, Strikedramon managed to regain his footing. But he was still surprised to see him here.

Strikedramon: Leomon, why are you here?

Leomon: That's a simple question to answer.

To Shade's surprise, David showed up right behind him. They both just looked at each other for a second before speaking.

David: Shade.

Shade: David.

David then walked a little closer to Shade.

David: Thought you could use the help. If you don't mind it.

That surprised Shade a bit. But all he did was gave David a smile on his face.

Shade: Yeah, thanks.

David: No problem.

Then the two boys along with their Digimon turned around and looked up to see the smoke has finally disappeared, and Pteramon was still flying up there.

Pteramon: Oh look, more foes for me to destroy!

David: Oh trust me, you don't wanna mess with me.

Leomon: And me.

Leomon and Strikedramon got into their battle positions and then Pteramon started coming at them.

Pteramon: Fine then! Here I come!

Leomon: Ready, Strikedramon?

Strikedramon: Always!

And with that, Leomon quickly launched his signature attack at Pteramon.

Leomon: Fist of the Beast King!

Pteramon saw the attack coming and he quickly moved out of the way.

Leomon: Now!

Strikedramon: I'm on it!

Strikedramon jumped in the air and launched his claws at Pteramon.

Strikedramon: Remember me!? Strike Claw!

But Pteramon was smart enough to fire his attack at Strikedramon instead of avoiding it.

Pteramon: You'll never learn! Missile Storm!

But to Pteramon's surprise, Strikedramon stopped his attack and managed to dodge one missile at a time.

Pteramon: What!?

Shade: You didn't really think we'll fall for that again?

David: Leomon!

Leomon then fired his attack again at the distracted Pteramon.

Leomon: Right! Fist of the Beast King!

Pteramon was so surprised by Strikedramon, he wasn't able to see the attack coming. Leomon's attack hit Pteramon square on.

Pteramon: AAAAAAAAHH!

After regaining his balance after the attack, Pteramon looked down at Leomon and glared at him.

Pteramon: Why you!

Leomon: You want me? Then come and get me!

Pteramon: Fine!

Pteramon then launched himself forward at Leomon with his sharpened beak.

Pteramon: Take this! Piercing beak!

Leomon didn't move even at the sight of the incoming attack.

Shade: Isn't he going to move?

David: He knows what he's doing. This is where all that training finally comes in!

Shade was confused at that. But when he turned around, he saw Leomon grab Pteramon's beak at the last second.

Leomon: Gotcha!

Pteramon: What!? Impossible!

That even surprised Shade. He's never saw a Digimon do that before.

Shade: How did…?

David: It's one of the things me and Leomon worked on. Bet ya didn't see that coming?

Shade: I sure didn't.

Pteramon tried to break free from Leomon's grip, but the Lion just wouldn't let go.

Pteramon: Let… go!

Leomon: Never! Now, Strikedramon!

Hearing his cue, Strikedramon charged right for Pteramon.

Pteramon: You wouldn't dare!

Strikedramon: I would!

Shade: Do it, Strikedramon!

Strikedramon then consumed his body in blue flames as he prepared to finish Pteramon with his signature attack.

Strikedramon: This is the end! Strike Fang!

Pteramon: NO!

Strikedramon hit Pteramon with all his might, and the Dinosaur Digimon was starting to turn into data because of it.

Pteramon: THIS CAN'T BE! NNOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

A purple ring appeared around Pteramon right when he burst into data, who is then transferred inside the holographic box of Shade's purple Digivice.

Shade: Digimon capture, complete!

With the battle now over, Leomon and Strikedramon turned back to their Rookie forms.

Elecmon: Well, That's that.

Monodramon: Yeah. Thanks for the help, Elecmon.

Elecmon: Oh, it was nothing.

Then the two Digimon just started laughing. Meanwhile, David and Shade couldn't help but smile at the two of them.

Shade: They do make a good team.

David: Yeah. They sure do.

David turned his head towards Shade, and he couldn't help but notice the smile on his face. When he saw that, he was actually starting to believe that he could thrust him.

David: Listen, Shade. I'm sorry for doubting you. Maybe…

But before David could finish that sentence, Shade just extended his hand out to him. The sign of a hand shake.

Shade: Don't worry about it. Why don't we just make a clean start.

David was still a little surprised. But when he looked at Shade one more time, he knew that he was right.

David: Yeah.

And with that said, the two boys made a clean handshake to each other.

Elecmon: Well would you look at that.

Monodramon: Looks like we aren't the only ones that are friends here.

Both David and Shade heard that.

David: Really? You have to go and ruin the moment?

Shade: You never change, Monodramon.

Elecmon and Monodramon: (Laughs)…

Seeing their two Digimon laughing like that, they couldn't help but laugh back.

Everyone: (Laughing)…

But then Shade stopped as he is now confused.

Shade: Wait, why are we laughing?

David: Oh boy: You've got a lot to learn about the Real World!

They all started laughing at Shade this time. Shade still had that confused look on his face.

Shade: (Why me?)

But what they all didn't know, that there was a shadowy figure watching them from around the corner of one of the buildings. It just watched them with its glowing red eyes.

?: Hmm…

And then it just disappeared into the sky. What is this strange figure?


-Mission Bend Middle School, Houston, Texas, United States-

Meanwhile, Lucas was finishing up the tour of the School to his little brother and Dorumon. The last place he had to show them was the Football field.

Lucas: And for the last stop of our tour, is the Football field.

They were all looking at the Football field from the stands were the people sit and watch. Robert was in awe seeing the entire field.

Robert: Wow. It's so big!

Dorumon: I've never seen a field so big before.

Lucas: Oh believe me, you should see the field at the Reliant stadium. This is nothing compared to that one.

Now Dorumon is curious about seeing that big stadium.

Dorumon: Can we go see it some day?

Lucas: Maybe, I'll think about it.

Robert just laughed when he saw the shocked look on Dorumon's face after Lucas said that.

Robert: (Laughs)…

Dorumon: Oh come on! Please, Lucas!

Lucas only replied with a grin on his face.

Lucas: Don't worry. It'll happen someday.

Now that got Dorumon's excitement back up.

Dorumon: Alright!

Robert: Someone's starting to grow into the Real World.

Lucas: I was just about to say the same thing.

Then the two of them started laughing at Dorumon now.

Lucas and Robert: (Laughing)…

Dorumon: What's so funny?

When they stopped laughing, Lucas looked at his Digivice that was displaying the current time.

Lucas: Well, we better get back home now. Mom's making Pizza tonight. Homemade Pizza.

Robert: Ohh… I love that stuff!

Dorumon: I don't know what that is. But I'm willing to try it.

Again, they laughed at him. They then leaved the stands and started heading straight for home. But then, Dorumon felt a dark vibe coming from on top of him.

Dorumon: Huh?

He looked up into the sky, but he didn't see anything up there.

Lucas: Hey, Dorumon! Are you coming or not?!

Hearing Lucas' voice, Dorumon quickly ran to catch up to them.

Dorumon: Sorry! Don't leave without me!

But what they all didn't see, was the shadowy figure from before in the City. It just looked down at all three of them, and then it just disappeared again. This strange figure. What could it be?


To be continued…


-Digimon of the day!-

David: Hi guys! I'm here again to introduce the Digimon of the day!

Moosemon! An Armor Level and Ancient Animal Digimon. Data Attribute. He's a very wise Digimon that is very respected as the Guardian Deity of the Mountains. His attack, Hanging Twister, brings forth a massive twister that tosses his opponents away. I'm glad that I met a Digimon like him, and I should thank him for the advice he gave me.


-Next time, on Digimon: Generation!-

Floramon: Every time I tried to talk to my beloved Dorumon, I always get interrupted by an evil Digimon who wants to mess everything. This time, it's a hungry Spider that's planning to make a meal from Kim's Schoolmates. This time I wouldn't it get in the way of me and Dorumon! Oh…! And the students too.