Karyme: The Perfect Love

Chapter 21: Part 3 Prologue: Deepened Judgement

Author's Notes: Hey guys! I'm back! *Punches air* So a couple of matters I must attend to first. Retsuukuza, I believe you now owe me Boardwalk as well! GL and HF means Good Luck and Have Fun. Might as well just hand over the whole god damn Monopoly board, you cannot fool me! Okay, sorry bout that. Now in this part, major changes. Kain and Mytka are no longer young pups. They both have a completely different personality, so no whining if you don't like it, I'm not changing it. I'm not going into detail now, I'll just let you find out for yourself. I'll just say that they're nothing like they were. If you have any questions about them, I'd be happy to answer them as best as I can. Now, I still own Alex, Karyme, Jade, Kain, Mytka, Malak, Drake, Luna, and Ryo. Wolvesatyourdoor owns Black Fang (he's going to be a regular character from now on) I hope you enjoy part 3! Buckle up and get ready for a ride! Keep your hands and legs inside…*drones on and on*…

Recap: Ryo joins the group, Malak captures Sandgem Town and kidnaps Dawn.

A lot of things change with time. Most of these things, we cannot alter in any way. The only bad thing thought is that most of it is irreversible. New life is born and the old die away, different leaders come into power, surrounding landscapes change, new friendships are made or old friendships are broken. But the thing that really changes with the passing of time is people and pokemon alike. This is why the future is a mystery for most. None of us know what will happen to us next or how we will change. But that's also what turns it around and makes life a rush, enjoyable to live each new day.

It was nearly midnight out in the forest surrounding Vilestone City. The city itself was dead and unmoving, most of the humans dead, killed by Malak's pack or run out of their very homes. The few humans that still did inhabit the city were treated as if they were common rats. They were forced to live on the streets and scavenge for food, the pokemon saying something about how now the humans will know what it was like for the pokemon. They were kicked around, attacked and beaten mercilessly and the females were often taken advantage of especially if she was alone and she met a group of males in a dark alley.

But this wasn't only happening in Vilestone City. Five months ago it started with Sandgem Town and spread all over Sinnoh. Malak now controlled every city and town except for one. Hearthome City. This is where the last remaining humans and pokemon that were free gathered to create a group known as the Sinnoh Resistance. Malak had tried numerous times to stamp out the rebels, but he could never win. The newly constructed walls around the city were too high and the humans had thrown away all dignity and resorted to fighting with rifles and machineguns. Furious, Malak retreated to Mt. Coronet where he now resides. But he hasn't given up. He was building up an army to assault Hearthome. Malak controlled nearly eighty-five percent off all the pokemon in Sinnoh, either because they were scared of being killed, wanted protection from him,, or just thought his way was the right and just way. His members totaled over a thousand and was growing each day as more pokemon either surrendered to him or signed up with honor. The Resistance didn't know what to do. They knew he was building up an army, but they also knew that for every pokemon they killed, another two would take its place. They hardly trusted anyone anymore, whether they were pokemon or humans because Malak had sent a lot of spies, only a few returning alive. If only Malak knew of the Resistance's fear, he would strike without hesitation. The Resistance wouldn't be able to fight them all if that happened, they would lose. What they needed to do is kill Malak himself and that would cut his numbers at least by half. The remaining members of his pack would still probably fight if their leader fell in honor of him, even if they all would die. The other half would scatter, finally free from his clutches. Now all they needed was someone to accomplish this task. Someone incredibly brave, stupid or lucky either way to do it…

Kain

A tent was marooned out in the sea of trees that was the forest around Vilestone City. A Houndour slinked out through the flap and quickly made his way over to the other side of the campsite. Kain looked around behind him as he disappeared off into the trees to make sure nobody noticed him leave. He made his way faster through the trees. He knew he was far enough away so that he would not be heard. Kain was pissed at Alex and Karyme. They got mad at him for being ten minutes late back home this afternoon. He hated how they try to put regulations on him and tell him what to do. Now that he was older he didn't want to be treated like he was three months old. What's worse is that they had asked Mytka to keep an eye on him when they couldn't… like now for example. Kain continued his quick trot through the forest to his friend's hideout. Kain grew a lot over the past few months. His height and weight nearly doubled and he was much stronger at fighting now. He knew a lot of attacks including Ember, Smog, Quick Attack, Faint Attack and Bite. Kain was proud of himself that he could hold his own fights now. He was even strong enough that he didn't have to take orders from anyone anymore. He believed in his life being his and to live it just as he planned to… his way.

Kain kept on walking deeper and deeper into the forest. He was nearly there when he heard someone approaching. A Lucario stepped out and blocked his path.

"Kain, I promised your parents I wouldn't let you wander off this late anymore," she said.

"Awww, come on Mytka. It's not like I'm going out to cause trouble or anything."

"Yes, but it's not going to you causing trouble. That one friend of yours, what's her name? Persia? She's a bad influence on you, she'll talk you into doing things that are wrong. Please just come back to the tent with me tonight, I don't want to have to be the mean pokemon."

"Half an hour Mytka. I promise half an hour is all I'll need. It's not like I'm going to stay there all night. I'll be back to the tent real soon." Mytka sighed and rubbed her forehead with her paw.

"Half an hour Kain, that's all I can cover up for you." Kain smiled as Mytka stood up. "I'll see you back at the tent, don't be late this time." With that she took off into the forest, back towards the camp. Kain turned the opposite way and walked off deeper into the darkened trees. Kain couldn't help but think about Mytka as he walked. He always had affection for her ever since he was little, but just recently his small affection grew and now he found himself thinking of both of them together as mates. He dreamt of her sometimes, whispered her name to himself when he was alone. He just loved it whenever she made any kind of contact with him. Her fur was longer than his and very soft, compared to his short and thin fur. He longed to be more than just friends with her. He just kept thinking about what Drake, Luna and his parents would say about it. It's not like they're related at all, but it would still be pretty awkward. Kain sighed and picked up his pace a little more. He didn't get much farther until he heard something moving through the trees again.

"I know Mytka," Kain called out. "Half an hour, you don't have to check up on me." A heavy paw stepped out of the shadows followed by the torso and head of a Luxray. He revealed the rest of his body, ending in his strong hind legs. Kain gasped and took a step back. The Luxray grinned slyly and advanced on Kain. Despite it being dark, Kain could see nearly every muscle in the Luxray's powerful legs, tensing and relaxing with every step he took. The Luxray's lips were pulled back slightly and Kain could see the tips of his razor sharp teeth glinting in the moonlight. His yellow pupils were staring down Kain, freezing him in place.

"Hello Kain," he said.

"Woah buddy, back off. How do you know my name?"

"I have been monitoring you for a while now. I want to offer you a deal, one you would be a fool to refuse." Kain slowly backed up.

"I don't even know who you are though."

"My name is Raleigh and I have here to speak on Master Malak's behalf." Kain growled at the Luxray.

"Malak. That bastards nearly killed my parents and friends many times, why should I trust you? My parents would rip you to shreds in seconds if they knew you were allied with Malak." Raleigh sighed comically from the apparent threat.

"Ah yes, considering your parents. They don't seem to lend you much freedom to do what you wish now, do they?" Kain's frown disappeared.

"How did you know that?" Kain asked warily.

"Like I said, I've been watching." Raleigh sat down on the ground. "Don't you just hate it when your parents put restraints on you? I know I would. I would be furious with them." Kain looked at the ground as Raleigh said this.

"They don't let me do a lot of things I want to do at all." Raleigh smiled a smile that Kain could not see.

"Come Kain, come sit. Tell me more about your parents." Kain looked up at the Luxray, sizing him up. He carefully walked over to Raleigh, sitting down in front of him. "Now, tell me, do they allow you to play with your friends at all?"

"Yeah they do. But it's only for one or two hours a day and it can only be during daylight."

"Hmm, I see. Then why are you out here so late? Surely your parents wouldn't allow it."

"I snuck off. I know they're just trying to protect me, but I think that sometimes they should just… let go." Raleigh nodded.

"Or you know. Maybe you're the one who should let go of them." Kain's face twisted into a confused expression. He twisted his head around to look up at Raleigh. Raleigh was smiling down at Kain. His face became serious again as he spoke.

"Tell me, have you ever thought about what it would be like if you could do whatever you want whenever you feel like it? If you could have no boundaries placed around you? If you could be free and not have anyone holding you back?" Kain paused, thinking.

"What are you saying Raleigh?"

"My friend, this is what I'm saying. I would be able to give you all of that and more. Join Master Malak. He is the one who stands for freedom after all. I have been observing and from what I've seen from you, you would be someone admired by Malak. You have the right attitude towards other pokemon and you aren't afraid of expressing your opinions if you must. You would be waited on head to paw. You wouldn't need to worry about anything at all ever again. All of your wishes and dreams would be fulfilled. You could go wherever you please whenever you please and do whatever you feel like doing. Nobody will be angry with you for not being back on time ever again. If you do as Master Malak says, he will be most pleased with you and you will gain more respect within the pack. This means you could tell pokemon beneath you what to do and they must obey you or face the consequences. Just think of the freedom, the possibilities, the greatness you could achieve. It is definitely the best thing you could ever do. I promise you won't regret it." Kain lowered his head again, thinking.

"I could really do all of that?" Kain asked looking back up at Raleigh's face. A triumphant smile flashed across the Luxray's face.

"All of that… and more." Kain stared up at Raleigh bemused. Never before had Kain thought about what the possibility of complete freedom would be like. The only life he knew was the boundary strewn one he was living. But now that this new opportunity was presented to him, he thought it was the best possible life he could ever have. He thought that he was old enough to look after himself. Nobody had to worry or fret over him anymore. And if he ever had any trouble, he could just ask Raleigh. To Kain, he seemed like a pretty cool guy. Suddenly, Raleigh stood up and looked closely into the dense forest behind Kain. Kain curiously turned around to look too.

"Well, it seems we have some uninvited company," Raleigh sneered. Kain heard the sound of paws approaching and a second later Black Fang burst forth from the bushes. He looked around at Kain and Raleigh, his eyes widening when he saw the Luxray standing next to Kain.

"Ah, little brother, so nice to see you again," Raleigh said to Black Fang. Black Fang growled.

"Raleigh…" Black Fang said angrily.

"Is Raleigh your brother, Black Fang?" Kain asked.

"Unfortunately he is Kain."

"Awww, you two are friends. Isn't that cute?" Raleigh said smirking.

"What do you want Raleigh?" Black Fang asked, sounding as if he didn't want to know the answer.

"You mean I have to have a reason just to come see my long lost brother?"

"Just stop it Raleigh, I know you're lying."

"Ah, You're right. Why would anyone want to associate with a piece of trash like you? Maybe you should have been more like me. I obeyed Master Malak and look where it has gotten me. You on the other hand defied him numerous times and look at the outcome," Raleigh said indicating the scars that ran along his body and the small tufts of fur that were missing. "And if it weren't for you, I would still have a mother So it would've been great if you were never born at all." Black Fang snarled and took a step towards him.

"You and I both know it was not my fault! Father killed her before I've even hatched!" Raleigh smirked at Black Fang again.

"Murderer."

"Get out of here!" Black Fang yelled.

"Well, I think maybe I will actually. I wouldn't want to see you soil yourself from your adorable little rage fit you're having at the moment. Remember Kain, infinite freedom." With that, Raleigh turned and headed back into the forest. Kain walked over to Black Fang who was still shaking slightly after yelling at his brother.

"You all right Black Fang?"

"Kain, do you have any idea who you were speaking to?"

"Yeah, your bro right?"

"No I meant, do you know what he does, who he works for?"

"That one Malak guy right?" Black Fang lay down on the soft grass and rested his head on his paws.

"He doesn't just work for Malak, he's known for being one of Malak's most brutal generals. He's deceitful and cunning. Anything he tells you is probably a lie." Black Fang turned his head and looked up at Kain. "What did he tell you exactly?"

"Well, he just told me a bunch of stuff about how great I'd be if I joined Malak and all of the freedom I would have. Sounded like a pretty sweet deal to me though, don't know why you think he's bad." Black Fang's eyes widened.

"Kain that's the same trick he pulls with everyone! None of it's true." Kain frowned in disbelief.

"You sure?"

"I know it Kain, I've seen him lure in so many to join Malak. Most of them die within the first week. Some of them he tells that they have the right attitude or something… They really are the only ones that survive if only barely. Trust me, it's nothing like he's making it sound like." Kain nodded.

"All right, I believe you Black Fang." Kain helped Black Fang to his feet. "Come on, my parents will be pissed if they find me out this late."

Kain and Black Fang walked back through the forest Black Fang still listing off all of the horrible things that happens in Malak's pack. Kain grunted and nodded his head occasionally to let Black Fang know he was still listening, but he was only barely paying attention. His mind was still reeling from all of the things Raleigh was saying. All of that freedom… No restrictions at all. Kain wasn't worried about all of the horrible things Black Fang was talking about. He thought he was strong enough to deal with anything they would throw at him.

They finally reached the tent and Black Fang said goodbye to Kain. Mytka heard Kain approaching and stuck her head out of the tent. She ushered him inside quickly and quietly.

"Told you I'd be back in half an hour," Kain whispered with a smug smile planted on his face. Mytka kneeled down and slowly smoothed out the fur on Kain's back. Kain's smile changed into a blissful one. He loved it whenever Mytka made contact with him. Mytka however looked serious.

"Kain. I need you to be honest with me okay?"

"Umm, sure," Kain replied. "What about?"

"Did anyone confront you in the forest at all? I thought I might have heard someone moving in the trees as I walked back here." Kain thought to himself. Raleigh, she heard him. He couldn't tell her he met some random pokemon in the forest and was trying to recruit him to Malak's pack. She'd tell his parents for sure if it involved Malak which would lead to more trouble for Kain. Besides, like Kain thought before, he didn't need help from anyone, he was fine on his own after all.

"No, there wasn't anyone else. You probably heard Black Fang or something. He came to talk to me." Mytka frowned.

"All right Kain. But you know the only reason I'm doing this is-"

"I know, because you're worried about my safety," Kain finished for her. "I know Mytka, and really I don't want you to worry at all. I'm old enough to handle myself."

"Okay Kain. We'll talk in the morning, I'm tired," Mytka said, trying to stifle a yawn. "Come on, we'll share my blanket. I think my dad took two again." Mytka rolled her eyes, looking over at the biggest silhouette in the tent which was Drake. Mytka lay down and pulled the blanket over herself, holding it up so Kain could crawl underneath. Kain slid under the blanket and pressed himself up against Mytka, curling up. His head barely protruded from the head of the blanket. Mytka couldn't see the smile on his face.

"Night Mytka," Kain said.

"Goodnight Kain," Mytka said sleepily.

It was really too bad that Kain didn't realize the situation Sinnoh was really in. Every step anyone made was a risk. There were other pokemon laying down to sleep just as Kain and Mytka were, but they were all sleeping with one eye open in any case. Night was a dangerous time fro them and Malak's thugs were relentless. Laws no longer applied, unless you were of course talking about Malak's. In times like this pokemon band together to maximize their chances of survival. But Kain wanted the exact opposite. He wanted to break away from everyone and anything holding him back, and be on his own for once. He didn't want help with anything even though he needed it. In this new world, there is no me, no freedom what so ever. But Kain doesn't realize this. Soon he'll figure out he'll need help, but it could be too late to turn back. Soon he'll figure out he's much more alone than he expected…

End Notes: Well, there you have it. I'm sorry about the extra long break I took, I only expected it to be a month at the most, but turns out it was double that. School has started again for me, but at least now I'm a senior! I'll be updating more often, but not as often as usual. You see… I have lost my soul… I'm sorry to say it, but it was a most unfortunate event that happened. See, my friends forced me to play this one game called "World of Warcraft" and I vowed to myself to never play it again after I played it over a year and a half ago. But something… something reached out from that game and snatched my soul away. Now I am a zombie that sits in my room all day and plays World of Warcraft. So, if anyone could completely hack into WoW's servers and plant a virus in it that kills everything, it would be most appreciated by me and you will see quicker updates too! Well, off that subject now. Please drop in a review and let me know what you think about anything that happened this chapter, especially what you think about Mytka and Kain, their personalities, and the thought of them being together. Hope to hear from everyone!

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