Clash of Steel
"Start things off with Silver wind, Masquerain! Use Magical Leaf, Roselia! " Drew called out his commands.
"Get in front of Amphy, Steelix, and use Harden! "
The iron snake took damage, only partially shielding his companion, and Jasmine's points dipped slightly.
"Thunder that Masquerain, Amphy, and Dragonbreath Steelix! "
"Dodge, both of you, and retaliate with Hidden Power and Stun Spore! "
Blinded by Hidden Power, Jasmine's pokemon could not dodge the Stun Spore, and Jasmine's points dropped once more. She gritted her teeth.
May and Chase were spellbound watching the contest. "Jasmine's attacks are mainly physical, and so are easily dodged unless Drew's pokemon get close. But because his attacks can be used from a distance, he had a slight advantage. "
"But, what about type? Doesn't Jasmine's electric help her? "
Chase shook his head. "Not if she can't hit him. "
"Iron Tail that Roselia, Steelix! Get ready, Amphy! "
"Dodge, Roselia, and Silver Wind again, Masquerain! "
Roselia dodged with apparent ease, but Steelix's blow landed on Masquerain. The bug fell to the ground, stunned.
"NOW, Amphy! Thunder! "
The huge bolt of electricity swamped Masquerain, super effective and a critical hit. Drew's points fell, and Jasmine let out a breath.
"Thunderpunch and Dragonbreath, quickly! "
"Get in front of Masquerain, Roselia, and Solarbeam them! "
"Harden again, Steelix! "
The great Steel Pokemon took the blow again, protecting the frail Ampharos. Masquerain got up shakily but still willing and able to battle.
Jasmine called to her Pokemon again. "Thunderpunch and Dragonbreath that Roselia! "
Ampharos got behind the Grass pokemon, and Thunderpunched her into the path of Steelix's attack. Now their points were even.
Both coordinators were feeling the stress as their points plummeted. Jasmine took her opportunity to strike.
"Flash, Amphy! "
Drew's Pokemon were blinded, and unable to move for a second. That was all Jasmine needed.
"Finish them off with Hyper Beam, Steelix! "
"Solarbeam, Roselia! "
The beams collided, the Solarbeam going through the Center of the Hyper Beam to hit Steelix, but it was too late. In a burst of light, three pokemon fell.
Ampharos stood tall, proud in having done it's part and winning for her beloved trainer. Drew withdrew his Pokemon with a slight grimace, but realizing his defeat.
Jasmine smiled as she accepted the ribbon, the crowd cheering, not just for Jasmine, but for Drew and for a battle well fought ------------------------------------
Chase hugged his girlfriend, beaming broadly as the congratulations flowed from his lips.
Jasmine stopped him by placing her finger over his lips. "There is something I must say. "
She took in a breath. "This contest has made me realize my old wishes to travel. I thought I would be happy here forever, but there is so much more I must see. So, I will be traveling to Sinnoh to compete in contests there. "
She silenced Chase once more. "This is not a decision I made lightly, Chase. I will miss you, but I promise I will return. In the meantime, I need you to take over the Gym for me until I get back. You can do it, I know you can. I'll be leaving Amphy and my Magnemite with you. They trust you and will listen to you. Will you do this for me? "
He nodded solemnly.
May asked the question that Chase could not. "When do you leave? "
"The day after tomorrow. I shall be on the lookout for your old friends, May. "
The Leader hugged May, and whispered to her, "Good luck, May, with everything. "
Jasmine turned to Chase, and together they left for the Gym to prepare for Chase▓s new duty.
"So, she'll be leaving here for Sinnoh. Pity. "
Drew has appeared behind May unnoticed. The girl started slightly, then recovered by replying, " What, are you disappointed that you won't get another chance to fight her? "
"Actually, I was thinking more about how Chase must feel. Having his girlfriend leave him so suddenly. "
May looked at him curiously. "Since when do you care? I though you didn't like him. "
"I don't. But I wouldn't wish that kind of suffering on him. I'll see you around, May. "
He walked off, leaving May alone as the sun set, tingeing the sea lavender, gold, and red, a glorious ending to the day and the beginning of something new.
