Author's Note: Hello there, sorry to keep you guys waiting. Here is the latest installment of When One Ends. Hope you enjoy it.
Summary: About 5 years have passed since the gang saw Ash, he reappears out of the blue in his hometown of Pallet much to the surprise of everyone. Ash decides it's time for him to settle down and open a gym in Pallet. What new trials and tribulations await our young hero? Rated M for adult situations that will occur later on in the story. AshxMisty,MayxDrew,BrockxSoldat. Takes place after the Sinnoh League
Disclaimer : Pokemon belongs to Nintendo and , I do however claim all OC's created by myself in this story
Please Read and Review, constructive criticism welcomed.
Chapter 14: Same Old Ash
"I figured you couldn't sleep. Here take this."
"Thanks Brock." Ash reached and grasped the cup of steaming hot coffee from Brock's extended hand.
"So what is it?"
"What is what?"
"The reason that you can't sleep. Are you nervous about battling in an arena after a long time or is it that you can't wait to battle in front of people again?"
"It's the latter, it feels like the night before I started my pokemon journey. It's been so long that I have had an official battle that it seems like I'm doing it for the first time."
"I hear you" replied Brock as he took a sip from his cup. "So you have in mind who you're going to use?"
"Since the first day is supposed to be three rounds, with each round being the best of three. I think decided on using those two over there," said Ash as he pointed to the sleeping figures of Leafeon and Pikachu. "And probably Lapras to balance it out."
"Sounds like you have everything worked out in your head."
"Something like that, you know that I'm not good with planning far ahead."
"You can say that again."
"Hey, I'm not that bad am I?"
"You do have your moments Ash."
Ash let out a laugh "All right I will give you that."
"I suggest you try to get some rest Ash. You've got about three more hours before the sun rises. Any bit of a rest will do."
"Don't worry about me Brock I will be all right."
"If you say so Ash. I'm going to call and check in with Solidat."
"You do realize that it's four in the morning right?"
"It's already seven in Pewter City, and I need to catch her before she leaves for her school."
Ash continued to sip on the still steaming cup of coffee. "I think I will stay on the balcony a little bit longer."
For the next three hours Ash found himself staring into space, not really thinking about the tournament, the matches or anything at all as a matter of fact. When he saw the sun begin to rise he decided it was time to at least put something in his stomach. His stomach also growled as if it was trying to tell him that it was a good idea. Ash threw on a shirt and headed towards the exit of the hotel suite.
"I'm going to check and see if breakfast is ready." said Ash to Brock. Brock who was writing away in his book simply gave a thumb up to show that he heard Ash's statement.
Ash made his way down the hall and found the elevator. He pressed the button and waited for the mechanical lift to take him to the lower level where breakfast was supposed to be served.
"Good Morning Mr. Ketchum"
Ash turned around to see who had addressed him and it turned out to be Brock's number one fan Kazia.
"Morning to you too Kazia. Please call me Ash."
"So where are you headed?"
"To the buffet line."
"Same here."
The two waited in an awkward silence, Ash began humming a tune that he heard on the TV recently and rocked back and forth on his feet to make the awkwardness more obvious.
"Nice song selection there."
"Thanks, the melody just won't leave my head."
And once again the pair stood there in silence, but fortunately the ding of the elevator spared them for the moment. As the door opened, it revealed an elderly woman who greeted them with a smile and a wave.
"Good morning you two."
"Good Morning" replied the Ash and Kazia simultaneously.
"It's always good to see young people up so early in the morning. Goes to show that the youth is not being wasted on all the young. I know for sure that it's wasted on my grandson. That lazy good for nothing doesn't move from his bed before eleven."
Ash and Kazia eyed each other as the elderly woman continued to ramble, each looking at each other as what they should do. In the end Ash just shrugged his shoulders and continued to listen.
"How is he able to be a pokemon trainer is beyond me. When I was his age, trainers were hard working individuals not afraid to go beyond the call of duty. All that brat does is check his email, play video games and call that annoying bitch of a girlfriend." The elderly lady then turned to the duo. "Forgive my language, but the girl really is a bitch, all she does is complain about my grandson and use the money he earned from tournaments. Make sure you don't do that to this handsome young man." said the elderly woman to Kazia.
"Oh no, he's not my boyfriend." said Kazia quickly.
The old lady then took a good look at Ash. "Well you should. Not everyday you see a catch like him." the old lady moved with surprising speed and lifted up Ash's shirt. "See what I mean, he's ripped like Adonis."
This caused a blush to form on Kazia's face and a small blush formed on Ash's face as well. He placed his hand behind his head and laughed nervously since he had no clue as to what to do. Thankfully for the two, the elevator came to a halt and the door began to open.
The elderly lady smiled and waved goodbye to Kazia and Ash as she left the elevator. "Have a nice day you two and young lady I suggest you heed my advice."
Kazia and Ash could do nothing but plant a smile on their face and wave goodbye to the elderly woman as she made her way through the lobby.
"That was the most interesting elevator ride I ever had."
"You can say that again." said Ash as he let out a sigh of relief. Using his nose to guide him, Ash found the buffet in a matter of seconds and planted himself on the line. The people around him looked in awe as he began to pack his plate with everything he saw that was available.
"Are you sure you can eat all that?" said Kazia as she watched in awe.
"Yep, probably go for seconds if I have enough time."
"Won't you be sleepy if you eat all that food before your match?"
"If I don't eat I won't be at 100%". Ash then began to chow down but during one of his momentary pauses he spotted Kai entering into the dining area and waved him over. Kai looked at Ash and simply nodded, but instead of heading over immediately he made a detour to the buffet line and picked up a plate, taking a more moderate amount of food than Ash. In a few minutes he made his way over to where Ash was sitting along with Kazia.
"Prepared for the journey you face today?"
"If you're talking about the tournament, I think I am."
"You need not worry for the aura around you glows nothing but fortune."
"His aura?"
"Yes, his aura. The flow of chi that encircles everyone."
"So what does mine say?"
"It says you should not seek revenge for things you bring on yourself."
Kazia rolled her eyes. "Whatever"
The trio was later joined by Brock and the conversation ranged from Ash's battle plans to anything Pokemon related, but unfortunately the conversation ended abruptly as Kazia attempted to reach over the table and strangle Kai for one of his mystical comments. After restraining Kazia, the group realized that it was soon time for Ash to reach the stadium. So after a quick shower and a rapid gathering of all things important along with his pokemon, Ash and the others dashed towards the stadium.
"Ah there you are Ash. I was beginning to wonder when you would show up."
"S..s.. about that...Mr. Andres" Ash paused for a minute and took in a deep breath. "Sorry for being late, got a little distracted at breakfast."
"Don't worry about that, what's done is done. Now hurry up and head this way. I managed to delay the opening ceremony but the crowd is starting to become restless." As Mr. Andres escorted Ash to the competitor's entrance he turned momentarily to speak with Brock and the others. "You guys can make your way over to the V.I.P section. Just tell them that Mr. Andres sent you and you are apart of the Ketchum party."
"You heard the man." said Brock as he watched Ash and Mr. Andres disappear into the crowd.
As Ash and Mr. Andres made their way through the crowd.....
"Get your memorabilia right here. These items are bound to be collectables as this is a momentous occasion in history. Do you want a bottle cap lad?"
"Hey, look at that guy over there. Doesn't his face look familiar ta ya?"
"Huh? Which fellow are you talking about?"
"Dat guy over dere. Forget about it, he already went inside the arena."
"We need to get back to selling. We wouldn't want you know who to get upset."
"I hear dat"
Back in the arena...
"The rest of the contestants are right inside. I have to leave you now and inform the hostess that we are ready to start. Good Luck Ash." said Mr. Andres as he clapped Ash on his shoulder.
"Thanks Mr. Andres"
Ash watched as the elderly man disappeared down the hall before making his way into the waiting area. As soon as he opened the door Ash garnered the gaze of everybody in the room.
"Hi, how are you guys." said Ash with a childish grin on his face.
Some of the contestants laughed while others just turned and ignored Ash's presence as they began to focus on the task ahead.
'Talk about tense' thought Ash as he navigated his way through. He finally found a spot to sit when a tournament official entered the competitor area.
"If you all will follow me to the main stage for the opening ceremony. "
Without any objection all the contestants got up from their seats and followed the official out towards the stage.
"Ladies and gentlemen please welcome the sixty-four competitors!!"
As if on queue the other competitors began to file out of the tunnel and head towards the main stage. Ash followed but something began to wrack his brain.
'Why does that voice seem so familiar?'
"Fifty-six of these competitors are all Mossdeep born and raised so give it up for them ladies and gentlemen!" The crowd erupted.
'I know this voice!'
"The other 8 contestants were specially invited by the tournament's chairman Mr. Andres. These trainers are definitely not pushovers and are bound to provide us with entertaining and spectacular matches. Can I get a round of applause for these extraordinary trainers!"
As Ash made his way onto the podium, the same question racked his brain but the question was answered as he got closer to the announcer.
"Ladies and Gentleman I present to you the participants for the Inaugural Mossdeep Space Centre Tournament!"
"JESSE!!" shouted Ash, this outburst caused the contestants around him to look at him even more strangely. 'What the hell is Jesse doing here? Is Team Rocket planning on ruining this tournament and stealing the participant's pokemon?' Ash was now on edge, his eyes were scanning the stadium for signs of evildoer's, well more importantly Jesse's partners in crime James and Meowth.
In the crowd Brock watched as Ash's body became slightly tense and then it dawned on him.
"This is not good." Kai looked at Brock with a puzzled expression on his face. "I forgot to tell Ash that the announcer isn't a part of Team Rocket anymore."
"You're kidding me! Jesse was a part of the notorious Team Rocket?" asked Kazia, her eyes enlarged as she became excited about the tidbit of gossip.
"More like she was a member , but they really weren't that notorious at all. Jesse along with her teammates used to follow Ash no matter where he went. Just so that they could capture his Pikachu and any new pokemon he seemed to discover."
"I wonder how much the magazines would pay to hear that story. Then again nobody would believe that the star announcer of the Pokemon League was a member of Team Rocket."
"Yeah, that would be a hard story to sell especially without any proof." added Brock.
"One should not profit over the corrected mistakes of others, for each leaf is allowed to turn."
Almost instantaneously a vein formed on Kazia's forehead. "Shut it Kai!"
Brock who was in the middle of the two began to feel uncomfortable as he felt the rage emanating from Kazia. ' I'm here worrying about Ash when I should be worrying about my own safety.'
Back on the stage...
"And now a word from Mr. Andres" with a big smile Jesse handed over the microphone to the elderly gentleman and headed over to the contestants. It was customary for her to greet all the participants but she had an ulterior motive. As she made her way down the line her smile grew.
"I wish you luck Mr. Ketchum." said Jesse with a mischievous grin on her face. "When I saw the name on the list of entrants I just thought it was an imposter but I was wrong it is the twerp live and in person. From the looks of it you're not much of a twerp anymore are you? The orange haired twerp must be happy that you're taller than her now."
"Cut the crap Jesse what are you and Team Rocket plotting?"
Jesse became flustered, she pulled Ash down and covered his mouth. "Keep quiet with the Team Rocket business."
"Why should I?"
"Because I quit that's why. I can't have anybody finding out that piece of information."
"Why should I believe you?"
"You do have a point twerp but for now will you just go along with it?"
"Fine...but I'm watching you."
"Watch all you want but I'm married now so don't try anything."
"Who the hell would marry you?" said Ash but a suitor popped in his head. "Don't tell me you and James?"
"What do you mean who would marry me? My beauty is a gift to this planet!" shouted Jesse, but she soon regained composure and flashed her hand in front of Ash. "Take a look at this."
"Did you give it yourself and tell him to marry you? Or did he actually do it of his own free will?" Ash tried his to contain his laughter as he saw the vein sprout on Jesse's forehead. Jesse remembered that she was in the spotlight and just flicked her hair and regained her composure.
"If you must know he actually returned home, broke of his engagement with Jessebell and proposed to me."
"One more question, why did you leave your former job?"
"That's simple, with you gone there wasn't anybody to chase and besides...I'm rich now. I can afford to do what I really enjoy. Now if you will excuse me twerp."
"Wow, you're one lucky guy to know the idol Jesse so personally." whispered one of the contestants into Ash's ear. Ash couldn't help but laugh at the how things had changed.
"With all the formalities out of the way, I think we get to the main event, the thing that drew you out of your homes this bright and sunny morning! Ladies and Gentlemen let the Inaugural Mossdeep Space Centre Tournament begin!!" shouted Jesse into the mic and the crowd went into a frenzy.
Ash was thankful that he didn't have to wait long for his first match....
"Calling to the stage for the third match in round one. A homegrown trainer, who recently won his 8th badge in the Hoenn region. Let's hear it for Derek Masters !" Jesse paused so that the crowd could show support to the local trainer. "His opponent is one of the eight specially invited individuals. Ladies and Gentlemen Ash Ketchum!"
As Ash emerged onto the battle stage, he expected to not receive any cheers due to his inactivity but he did not expect the murmurs to be heard throughout the crowd.
"Is that really THE Ash Ketchum?"
"I thought he was dead."
"That must be an imposter."
"I now hand it over to the judge."
"Trainer's this is a best of three battle. You are allowed to use only three pokemon. A trainer wins if the pokemon is unable to battle or I stop the match. Any problems?"
The two trainers shook their heads. "If that's the case. Match begin!"
"I choose you Swalot!"
Ash just simply nodded his head and Leafeon jumped into the arena.
"What is this a joke? You do realize that Swalot is a poison type and is effective against your Leafeon."
"I know, but she wanted to battle first no matter who the opponent was or what type they were. So I'm simply fulfilling her request."
"This is too easy. Swalot! Sludge Bomb!" The Swalot deeply inhaled and then rapidly shot out gunks of sludge towards Leafeon.
"Dodge it Leafeon and use Grass Whistle!!" Leafeon dodged the assault and then leapt into the air, directly in the path of the sun. Leafeon enlarged the whistle on top of its head and placed it in its mouth. A soothing but high-pitched whistle was produced as Leafeon blew on the leaf. The enemy Swalot began to wobble and eventually it lost its battle with the entrancing melody and fell asleep.
"Swalot is unable to battle. Winner Leafeon!"
The crowd was still in shock at what just happened, nobody expected a grass pokemon to beat a Swalot.
"Return Swalot. Dustox I choose you!!"
"Return Leafeon." Leafeon bounded towards Ash. Ash rubbed the top of its head in recognition of a job well done. "Your up buddy." Pikachu leapt off Ash's head and into the arena.
"Battle Two Fight!"
"Dustox! Silver Wind!!" Dustox flew higher into the sky, it then halted followed by its wings taking on a silver sheen. As the wings began to glow Dustox rapidly flapped it's wings and sent a tornado in Pikachu's direction.
"Pikachu agility!" Pikachu began to rapidly dart and dodge across the arena, managing to avoid the incoming silver wind attack. "Now Iron Tail!" Pikachu's tail began to glow a bright white and using its momentum sprung itself into the air twirling as it did.
"Dodge it Dustox!" ordered Derek but it was too late as Pikachu's Iron Tail attack connected knocking Dustox out for the count.
"Dustox is unable to battle. The winner is Ash Ketchum from Pallet Town!!"
Sounds of applause rang throughout the stands mixed in them were a few cheers at the people who understood what they just witnessed.
Ash made his over to Derek and offered his hand. For a moment Derek looked at him with a puzzled expression but soon accepted his hand and shook it. The sight of good sportsmanship caused the stands to cheer once again.
"You have some strong pokemon there. Next time don't assume because you have type advantage that you are going to win. Strategy is as important as type selection."
"Thanks Mr. Ketchum."
"No problem, but call me Ash. Good luck in the Hoenn League this year."
"Thank you Ash." Ash raised Derek's hand into the air and the crowd applauded once again.
Ash's match in the second round went as smoothly as the first. It was unfortunate for his opponent that he was a water trainer as Pikachu made short work of his team.
"Ladies and Gentlemen, this is the final match of round three. The final match to decide who will make it into the quarterfinals tomorrow. Our first trainer is a rising star, being only 10 years of age, this youngster has already obtained two gym badges and has shown remarkable skill during the first two rounds. He is definitely not one to be taken lightly. Welcome Bryan Slate!" The crowd cheered to encourage the youngster. "Last but not least, we have the polar opposite. This trainer is a battle-tested veteran, who like Bryan started at the tender age of 10. Ladies and Gentlemen Mr. Ash Ketchum!" By this time in the day Ash had gained a few more fans and the crowd cheered loudly as he was introduced.
"Trainers you know the rules. This is a best of three battle. Let's not keep these people waiting. Match begin!"
"Go Pikachu!"
"Mightyena I chose you!"
'This should be interesting' thought Ash.
Meanwhile in one of the V.I.P boxes...
"Could you believe that the boat just docked about two hours ago?"
"Really? I told you that you should have come with me."
"I had a performance at the gym I couldn't leave my sisters. It was important to them." Misty leaned over and kissed Nigel on his cheek. "Putting that aside I'm here now and I think I know a couple of ways we can make up for lost time." said Misty in a sultry tone.
"I think I like the sound of that. How about we head to the hotel room. The day's matches are almost all done and this last match is insignificant."
"A match is going on? Who is it?" Misty turned her attention away from Nigel and peered onto the battle stage. "Ash?" she said out loud.
"Is it him really?" lied Nigel who knew it was indeed Ash. Truth be told he was finding it disgusting that Ash was actually that good of a trainer.
"Let's wait a moment Nigel. I want to see Ash's match. I will make it worth your while."
Nigel wasn't really interested in Misty making it worth his while, he just couldn't bother with the consequence of dragging her away from doing something she wanted to do. "All right." said Nigel as he sat back down in his seat. 'The bastard better lose.'
Back on the battlefield...
"Mightyena Takedown!"
"Pikachu, dodge it and use Quick Attack!"
Mightyena charged at Pikachu and lunged at the electric rodent, but using his speed advantage Pikachu avoided the blow and crashed into the side of Mightyena causing the dark-type pokemon to be knocked down but it quickly regained its composure.
"Now Mightyena Sucker Punch!"
"Oh shit!"
Before Ash could react Mightyena surged at Pikachu, Mightyena barreled into Pikachu and caused him to skid across the arena's floor.
"Follow up with Assurance Mightyena!!"
"Pikachu Double Team!!" Pikachu recovered just in time to avoid Mightyena's consecutive blow and sped around the arena to create illusions of himself. Mightyena was beginning to become confused as it couldn't identify which was the real Pikachu.
"Now Volt Tackle!" ordered Ash.
Pikachu appeared at the opposite end of the stage and began to rush towards the still slightly confused Mightyena. As Pikachu gained momentum a charge began to build and his body was soon engulfed with electricity.
"Dodge it Mightyena!!" shouted Bryan.
Hearing its trainers voice Mightyena regained a calm state of mind, it leapt to dodge but Pikachu was too close and the attack still connected. Mightyena slid across the ground but came to a halt. Mightyena was having a hard time getting up, but eventually made it to its feet.
"Let's go Mightyena Shadow Ball!!" shouted Bryan.
Pikachu began to tense its body as it prepared for the Mightyena's next attack.
"It's all right Pikachu, you can relax buddy. The battle is done"
Pikachu let out a questioning cry but it soon understood what Ash said.
"Mightyena is unable to battle. Pikachu wins!"
It seems as if the electricity from Pikachu's Volt Tackle had paralyzed Mightyena and the pokemon collapsed from exhaustion.
"Return Mightyena! Good job! Now Lairon I choose you!!"
"Come in Pikachu, excellent job out there. Now Leafeon its your turn.!"
Leafeon made its way onto the stage and stared down the opposing Lairon.
"That's something you don't see every day. A Leafeon that towers over my Lairon." commented Bryan.
"She is a rare one indeed." said Ash. "Shall we?"
"Lairon Metal Claw!!!"
"Leafeon Leafblade!"
As Lairon's claw came crashing down, Leafeon extended its tail, sharpened it and swung it. As the two attacks connected a huge gust was created, causing dust to fly into the stands and in the directions of the trainers. After a power struggle for a few minutes the two pokemon broke off their engagement.
"Leafeon Razor Leaf!"
Leafeon leapt into the air and swung its head, sending whirling leaves towards Lairon at a high velocity.
"Iron Defense Lairon!!"
Lairon's body began to glow and then it sparkled in the sun as if an iron sheen had been placed over its body. As Leafeon's razor leaf came in contact with Lairon the leaves bounced off harmlessly.
"Again Leafeon!"
"Keep it up Lairon!"
Leafeon continued its assault, throwing the leaves with much more force. Lairon stood firm as the projectiles landed not even budging.
"Leafeon bullet seed!!"
"Lairon Iron Defense one more time!"
Leafeon landed and opened its mouth and from it emerged glowing seeds that rapidly made their way towards Lairon. Lairon braced itself for the impact of the projectiles once more. This time the bullet seeds seemed to be having more of an effect as Lairon was slowly being pushed back.
"Keep it up Leafeon." ordered Ash.
Leafeon increased her effort and Lairon found himself losing more and more ground until eventually Bullet seed shattered the Iron Defense and assaulted Lairon head on.
"Lairon Iron Head!"
Lairon's head shone a bright white and he began to move slowly step by step. Then suddenly the steel pokemon started to build momentum and then it was in a rampage, heading directly towards Leafeon.
'It can't take this much damage head on, but then I don't want to risk Leafeon getting hit by that.' Almost caught in thought Ash didn't realize how quickly Lairon had gained speed and it was almost on top of Leafeon.
"Dodge Leafeon!"
Abandoning its bullet seed barrage, Leafeon performed a last minute dive to the side but it was not quick enough as it's side still came in contact with Lairon's attack and left it bruised. As Leafeon landed on the ground, it fought to get onto its feet but made it with a noticeable limp on its left hand side.
"Time to finish it off Lairon! Iron Head!!" shouted the young trainer.
Ash watched as Lairon began charging towards Leafeon intent on delivering the final blow.
"Leafeon!! Grass Knot!!"
Leafeon began to glow a light green, as Lairon was only meters away grassy roots emerged from the floor of the stadium and latched onto Lairon's front legs. The sudden bump lifted Lairon into the air and with his momentum still kept Lairon crashed into the ground in front of Leafeon. As the dust settled it was obvious who had won the match.
"Lairon is unable to battle. Leafeon wins! The match goes to Ash Ketchum!!" shouted the announcer.
Ash made his way onto the battlefield to check on his Leafeon.
"There there girl, don't try to move. You did a good job out there now return to your pokeball and let's get Nurse Joy to take a look at you." Leafeon let out a cry as it returned to her pokeball.
"I can't believe I got to battle Ash Ketchum." said Bryan.
Ash made his way back to his feet. "You are already one hell of a trainer. If Pikachu hadn't dodged that combination of Sucker Punch and Assurance, who knows how this battle would have ended."
"Thanks sir. You surprised me at the end with that Grass Knot attack. I guess I got too carried away."
"It was just fortunate for me that your pokemon weighs a ton or else I would have lost. Your Lairon's Iron Head attack is definitely not to be messed with."
"I guess it is huh?" said Bryan with a big grin on his face. It isn't everyday that a Pokemon battling icon compliments you.
"I hope we get to battle again someday Bryan."
"Same here Mr. Ketchum ."
Ash shook Bryan's hand and once again the crowd applauded at the sight of good sportsmanship.
'Same old Ash, you haven't changed one bit.' Misty then took her eyes away from the arena and towards Nigel. "Are you ready N...is something wrong?"
Nigel who had an apparent scowl on his face, glared daggers at Ash. "Nigel is something wrong?" asked Misty once again.
"Huh? Not at all darling. Are you ready to head back to the hotel?" said Nigel with a fake smile.
Back in the contestants area Ash was signing autographs for the young trainers who managed to find their way through the stadium. By this time Brock, Kai and Kazia had made their way to the area as well. They wanted to know what was taking Ash so long to arrive at the entrance. Ash looked up momentarily and saw the group arrive at the door.
"Just give me a sec will you guys."
"Hard work does lead to fame." quoted Kai.
Kazia just rolled her eyes and Brock just simply ignored him.
As Ash signed the last memorabilia he turned his attention to Brock.
"Hey Brock can you take a look at Leafeon for me?"
"I would love to Ash but I left my kit back at the hotel."
"Ok then, I guess I have to go to the..."
"I can't believe you beat me for that award. You actually left your emergency pack, talk about amateur." interrupted Kazia. "Bring her out Ash."
"Umm alright." Ash reached onto his belt, removed Leafeon's ball and released her.
Leafeon was a bit startled as Kazia suddenly held her limb, as she felt mild pain Leafeon growled in protest.
"It doesn't look that bad." Ignoring the growl from Leafeon, Kazia dug into her bag and emerged with a spray. She gently sprayed the mist on Leafeon's body and then applied a balm that she pulled from her bag as well. When she was done Kazia blew on the balm and Leafeon let out a pleasing cry.
"They're all done." said Kazia as she rubbed the head of Leafeon. In response Leafeon nuzzled and licked Kazia's face to show her appreciation.
"All right, all right. I accept your thanks." said Kazia. "She still needs rest Ash so you should still carry her in her pokeball."
"You're the expert. Leafeon return!" As Ash placed the pokeball back on his belt, "I must say I'm impressed Kazia."
"I didn't place runner up for nothing."
The group made their way towards their hotel, making random conversation as they went along. As the group neared the entrance to the hotel, Ash noticed a familiar limousine parked in front. The driver soon emerged and opened the door to let out the occupants of the vehicle. The first to appear was none other than Nigel and soon after Misty followed him. As he let her out of the vehicle Nigel looked at Ash and smirked. He then proceeded to shield Ash from her sight and led her through the door. As he looked back in Ash's direction he moved his hand over her ass and gave him a cocky smile once again. Ash felt his blood boil and his fists began to tighten unconsciously.
"It is better you let it go my friend, for everything there is a time." said Kai as he rested his hands on Ash's shoulders.
"You're right Kai."
"So Ash what are we eating for dinner?" asked Brock who was unaware as to what happened.
"Room service?" replied Ash.
"I know a restaurant that's not too far from here." added Kazia.
"Well then, lead the way Ms. Kazia."
"To follow the lost is a path one should not take."
"Just shut it Kai!"
Author's Note: Well there you have it, the latest installment of When One Ends...stay tuned for the next exciting chapter. =P