Well that was a fast update, huh? This chapter is more of a filler chapter with a few secrets in it. I hope you enjoy it and there will be more updates on their way this week!

Chapter 25

Truth of the Malone Legacy

The group was traveling through the western exit from Celadon City and were now headed to the Cycling Road.

"Says here that to get to Fuchsia City we have to bike down Cycling Road." Alice looked over the map on her Pokegear.

"Bike?" Jason said as a confused look crossed his face. "Where are we going to get bikes from?"

"They have bikes that you can rent." Kelly said.

"That's fortunate." Akira said.

The group was missing two members. Brian and Maria had decided to take the long route to Fuchsia City. They would be meeting the others there. It was Jason, Kelly, Matt, Alice, Akira, and Mal left in the group. Near the gate exit there was a sign that said 'BIKE RENTAL'.

"There!" Kelly pointed to the sign. "Let's get our bikes and we can go down Cycling Road."

Kelly grabbed Jason's hand, but then quickly pulled away. Her and Jason had decided to not show any displays of affection when the others were around. They were trying to keep their relationship a secret. Everyone else knew of course. Alice secretly harbored feelings of hate towards Kelly. Alice and Everlynn had become close friends in the short time that Everlynn was with the group. Akira felt no feelings of hate towards any member of the group. She preferred not to get involved in the others love life. Mal, being the newest to the group, still wasn't sure what was going on. And Matt, well Matt had Alice so he was happy.

"Come on guys!" Mal suddenly took off in a run.

The others quickly followed after her.

…

It was starting to get dark as Brian and Maria had made it to the coast on the east side of Kanto. They two had left the group so that they could have some alone time together. They walked hand in handed, heading south to Fuchsia City. It was peaceful, the Goldeens and Magikarps splashed off and the distance. The Pidgeys and Pidgeottos were happily flying around. A calm, cool breeze was blowing as a sun was setting on the horizon.

"Finally some peace and quiet." Maria said with a smile. "No Team Rocket here to bother us."

"Yeah, thankfully." Brian replied with a smile.

The two of them were walking across the wooden walkways that were suspended above the clear, blue water. Maria suddenly walked in front of Brain, turned around, put her arms around Brian's neck, stood one her tippy toes, and kissed him. Brian wrapped his arms around her waist and kissed her back. After about a minute, Maria pulled out of the kiss with a huge smile across her face.

"I've waited for that kiss for a long time." She said.

Brian returned the smile and kissed her again.

…

Boss reclined back in his chair. He slipped on a pair of sunglasses to protect his eyes from the suns bright rays. He was now backing at his private estate for some R&R after the fiasco at Celadon. He was outside on the pool deck, wearing nothing but his swim trunks. Anya was in the pool, floating on her back, wearing a red bikini that didn't leave too much up to imagination. After a few minutes of swimming around, Anya stepped out of the pool and dried herself off. She seductively walked over to boss and laid down next to him on the long, elegant chair. She grinded her body against his for a bit, but stopped and placed both arms on his toned chest. He put an arm around her as they both laid there. She started to run her hands over his chest.

"Not now." Was all Boss said, without looking at her.

Anya pouted a bit, but then sighed and laid back down and closed her eyes. Boss was disappointed that Anya had failed him back in Celadon, but rather than have her sent with the other Executives to Seafoam Island, she was told to say at his estate until further orders. Being the Boss's favorite and lover had its advantages. A servant came up to them, carrying a try with two wine glasses filled with a red liquid.

"Sir, champagne for you and Miss Anya?" The servant asked.

Boss took a glass and took a sip. Anya took the other. The servant bowed then left. A nearby by cell phone started ringing. Boss put down the glass and picked up the phone.

"Yes?" He said as he answered it.

"Hey. It's Edward." A voice replied over the phone.

"Edward?" Boss said up.

He snapped his fingers and motioned for Anya to move to the other chair. Anya got up and moved.

"Good to see you escaped." Boss said, a slight smile crossing his face.

"Yeah. I heard all about what happened." Edward replied. "You lost to Jason Malone."

"I didn't lose." Boss replied. "He had outside help."

"Yes he did." Edward replied. "I have quite a bit of bad news to tell you. Sit down Thomas."

"I'm already sitting." Boss replied.

Edward sighed deeply.

"We're through in Neoterra." He replied. "Our forces were wiped out. I ordered a full scale retreat."

"What happened?" Boss asked his temper showing in his voice.

"Anubis sent out this Pokémon. Ground side forces said they have never seen anything like it. They were wiped out in seconds."

"What about Project Arch Angel."

"That Pokémon that Anubis sent out was far more powerful than Arch Angel. Arch Angel is being sent to Hoenn to quell a few rebellions. We're done in Neoterra."

Boss sighed deeply.

"How are we doing in Hoenn?" He asked.

"Not too good either." Edward replied. "The small Hoenn rebel groups have been united into one big resistance group. Executive General Kennedy has been having trouble with them. So I'm sending Project Arch Angel to go clean up the mess and reinstate our dominance in Hoenn."

"Very well." Boss sighed.

"Don't worry. We may have lost Neoterra, but I'm putting a plan into motion that will cause Team Anubis to fall."

"So that Nicholas Grey kid got the Eevee?"

"Yes. That Eevee was experimented on and now it's far superior to any other Eevee out there. We did the same experiments to you Charizard."

"Yeah, and now my Charizard has to wear a neck brace or it could lose control of itself."

"Don't worry, the Eevee isn't as strong as your Charizard, once Anubis falls you need to be ready to take care of Mister Grey."

"Don't you worry. I've had a few run ins with Nicholas Grey before. He won't be a problem."

"Okay, well I need to get back to my work." Edward said. "You need to be training instead of lounging around all day with Miss Anya."

"Don't you worry." Boss replied. "I'll beat Jason Malone next time."

After the words left his lips Boss hung up the phone. Things were going to hell and Boss knew he wouldn't beat Jason if he was stressed out. He stood up and went over to Anya. He gently grabbed her hand and helped her up, and then he started to lead her inside his mansion and up to his room for some 'stress relief'.

…

It was now dark. Brian and Maria had found a small opening around the coast to set up camp. They had a small fire going and were both lying down against a tree together, looking at the dark outline of the ocean.

"Reminds you of old times, huh?" Brian asked her.

"Yes." She looked up at him and smiled. "You were gone for such a long time….I missed you."

"I missed you too." Brian replied.

They kissed again, and then Maria laid her head on his chest and closed her eyes. Brian laid back, closed his eyes and started to drift off to sleep.

…

Jason and the others had rented to bikes to go down Cycling Road. Well Cycling Road had turned out to be longer than they had anticipated. The group was now camping out on the side of the road, along the trees and grass. They were all now asleep, but two figures were approaching the campsite.

"Sir?" One of the figures spoke into a small phone like device. "I'm found them. Now what?"

"Okay, Now, Executive Cherie I need you to get a blood sample from Mister Malone." A voice replied.

"Mr. Teache?" Cherie replied. "Why do we need a blood sample from him?"

"Get the sample and I'll explain everything."

"Yes sir."

The other figure, Cherie's Lilligant moved closer to the group. Small blue spore floated from the flower on the Lilligant's head to the group. The spores touched them and put them into a deeper sleep. Cherie walked onto the campsite and went over to Jason, who was sleeping close to Kelly. Cherie made sure not to make too much noise. She knelt down next to Jason and pulled a small syringe from a case.

"Hey cutie." She said to the sleeping Jason. "Long time no see."

She gently lifted up one of his arms and stuck the needle into his arm. The vial attached to the syringe quickly filled up with Jason's blood. Cherie pulled the syringe out when the vial was full, then stuck a band aid on Jason's arm.

"Til we meet again." She gave him a quick kiss on the lips, then got up and left.

…

"You did well, Executive Cherie." Edward said as he examined the blood sample. "I'll be sure to pass on news of your success to Boss.

"Thank you Edward, sir." Cherie bowed.

Cherie had gotten the blood sample and then made her way back to Seafoam Island as fast as she could.

"S-Sir? You said if I got the sample, then you'd tell me why I need to get it." Cherie said.

"So I did." Edward replied. "Well you see, Mr. Malone's mother was a Champion at once. A great Champion. She had a unique gift. He very mood could inspire her Pokémon, make them battle with unbelievable strength and endurance. It could also hinder then, causes them to battle poorly and make sloppy mistakes."

"How could she do that?" Cherie asked, walking closer to Edward.

"That I don't know." Edward said. "It was gift. A gift that had made her unbeatable….that is until little Jason got sick with a potentially life threating illness. That threw off her focus, filled her with worry and fear, allowing her younger brother to defeat her and take the championship from her."

"And what does this have to do with Jason?"

"Well if Jason has the gift, then he could be a bigger problem than he was before. I just need to find out if he has that gift."

There was silence in the control room.

"Sir? Cherie finally spoke. "What was the name of Jason's Mother's Brother's name? And what happened to him?"

"He changed his last name. He is currently the World Champion, but nobody really sees him that much." Edward replied.

Cherie was about to say something, but Edward interrupted her.

"If you're wondering how I know so much about the Malone family….well, I was the leader of Team Rocket at one time and I had to keep tabs on any potential threats. Rose Malone was the biggest threat. So I orchestrated her fall from the Champion status. First I got Jason sick. I didn't think he would survive, but somehow he did. Then I tricked her brother into letting me mentor him. He became my pawn and turned against his sister, defeating her and become the new champion. With her out of the way Team Rocket was free to rise again."

"What was Rose's brother's name?" Cherie asked.

"His name was Thomas Walter." Edward replied.

Cherie looked at him with surprise and awe. Everything all fit together.

Wow. I think I just kind of confused myself there...Oh well, if any of you were confused, then don't worry! It'll all be cleared up in the chapters to come. If you're wondering who this Team Anubis is and what the NeoTerra Regoin is, then please check out the story Pokemon: The Neoterra Journey story written by my friend and co writer Grand Master Darkstorm. Please don't forget to review. More reviews = more chapters.