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Red's Pov (Blackthorn City)

The sight of Drew, Ash and Silver running from an old man was amusing.

"I don't want to die!" Drew yelled, flying past me. I snorted in amusement, watching Silver nearly trip over his own two feet, the old man readying his cane. Lyra's eyes widened, though she was desperately trying to hold in her laughter. "Alright alright, what happened here?" Paul grumbled, ruining the fun as always. The old man stopped, looking Paul up and down. "Well, I can see someone didn't get much love when they were little!" He sneered.

Paul's eye twitched, "Did these three do something wrong?" Paul asked. The old man frowned, tapping his chin. "Now that I think about it, I don't remember.." Aww man, I wanted to see Ash, Drew and Silver get pummeled by an old man. "Then I'm sure you can stop chasing after them, right sir?" Paul asked calmly.

"Now I remember! That red-head there barged right into my home!" Silver looked angry, "I did not! I knocked three times, and you said come in! You are just looking for a fight old man!" The old man's eyes narrowed, his cane being pointed at an angry Silver. "Face my wrath foul human!" He launched the cane straight at Silver, who narrowly dodged it.

"You crazy hag!" Silver snarled, readying his Pokeball. I know that Silver is disrespecting an elder, and its wrong to do that, but this is too funny. "Bring it on boy! I've battled for years!" The old man squeaked, throwing a Pokeball in the air. "Okay, calm down already. Honestly, if you said he could come in, then there is no reason for you to be mad." Paul grumbled.

"Shut up you Bluk Berry!" Paul looked like he was about to throw a fit, and I readied myself for the hilarity that would ensue. "Look, I'm trying to be respectful to you, so please do not kill my friend." It is weird hearing Paul say friend. The old man's Pokémon, which was a Dratini, watched its trainer in confusion. "You know what? How about I take both of you ill-mannered boys on?!" This old guy is amazing!

Paul finally had enough, standing next to Silver with a glare. "Fine then, Torterra! Standby for battle!" The huge Pokémon landed, glaring at the small Dratini in front of it. "Oh, using fully evolved Pokémon, eh? Fine then! Go Dragonite!" Oh god.

My smile disappeared, being replaced with a look of fear. If I know anything about Dragonite, it's that it is not as friendly in battle as it is when not battling. They hit hard, and Torterra and Feraligatr were going to have a hard time..

"Feraligatr, Ice Punch!" Silver ordered immediately, the Big Jaw Pokémon launching forward at great speed. "Dratini, Protect!" Paul quickly ordered his Pokémon to attack the Dragonite, "Use Stone Edge!" The old man just smirked, "You two really are novices in the face of the Master!" His Dratini quickly protected Dragonite from both attacks.

"Hyper Beam! Dratini, use Thunder Wave on that guy's Pokémon!" Yeah, he didn't know the name of Paul's Pokémon, did he? I shielded my eyes, the bright light of Hyper Beam making it hard to see. The light faded, revealing electricity surrounding Torterra, the huge Pokémon snarling angrily. Feraligatr's claws shined with ice, the rest of his arm being encased in it. "Feraligatr, Ice Punch once more!" Silver ordered.

"Dratini, Dragon Tail!" Feraligatr and Dratini clashed, trying to land a perfect hit on one another. "Dragonite, Hurricane!" Ouch.

Paul ordered his Pokémon to dodge it, but the effects of paralysis took over, and Torterra was hit by the raging winds. It toppled over, falling with a thud. I winced, seeing Yellow shake her head. She never did like battles, especially unnecessary ones. "What the..?" Paul said, eyes wide as his starter lay there, motionless. "Dragonite, Thunder Punch!" Feraligatr cried out in pain, Dragonite and Dratini hitting it at the same time. "Finish it off with a Dragon Tail and Hyper Beam!" Overkill much?

Feraligatr fell, motionless as well.

"You should never mess with the Master!" The old man sneered, laughing as he returned his Pokémon. "Why you old hag!" The man just rolled his eyes, "You didn't go to school, did you? A hag is an old woman! I'm a MAN!" I face palmed as Silver yelled back at him, "A man? You look like a woman!" Silver sneered. "Why you little gender confused person! You have long hair yet you are a boy!" Silver's eye twitched, and I could have sworn I saw a vein pop.

"Alright calm down!" Lyra yelled, finally tired of the little display. "Sir, I'm very sorry for the way these four acted," She glared at Silver, Paul, Ash and Drew, "I'll make sure to give them a heated lecture on respect. Please apologize now." Lyra said, smiling coldly at the four boys. "Sorry.." Paul and Silver mumbled, Ash and Drew following a moment later.

"I guess I can forgive, if only because I feel guilty you have to put up with them! I'll pray to Lugia and Ho-Oh above that you survive, you poor soul!" Lyra nodded, sweat dropping while the man clasped his hands. 'That was.. interesting.' I rolled my eyes at Leaf, the girl holding in her laughter. 'I just wish Lyra didn't interrupt it! I wanted to see Silver and that old man fight!' I thought, earning a snicker from Leaf.

"There! May Lugia and Ho-Oh help you with these idiotic boys!" I hope he doesn't mean me. "If anyone is idiotic, its him.." I heard Silver mutter, glaring at the older man. "I shall now return to my shrine, and remember, don't ever think you can beat the Master!" The old man cackled, running off. Lyra raised a brow, "Wait a minute, doesn't Dragon's Den have a Dragon Master?"

So Silver and them managed to piss off a Dragon Master. Nice.

Dawn's Pov

After the events with that old man, we were all now in the Pokémon Center.

The food we had left over was saved for the trip, and the Nurse was kind enough to let us eat here. Of course, we couldn't stay in the Pokémon Center, but as long as we could eat here then I am fine with sleeping outside I guess. Piplup sat on my lap, eating away at the Poffins I made not too long ago for him, a huge smile on his face. I felt a smile tugging on my lips, though it quickly faded when the memory of May choosing Paul decided to bother me.

Sure, it could be considered childish, to someone who hasn't had to experience betrayal from a friend. Why did May have to go and choose Paul? He was going to win anyways, whether she chose my side or not. She could have just come to my side to support me when I lost, but no! She has to go and choose Paul, the asshole who would easily betray the group in a second!

"Piplup?" I flinched, looking down at my starter. He looked worried, holding a Poffin for me to eat. I shook my head with a smile, "I'm fine Piplup, just thinking." He nodded, going back to eating. My eyes wandered off to the rest of the group, noticing May immediately. She was looking at me, though her eyes widened when I looked back.

I stared her down, watching her eyes slowly fall to the ground. She couldn't handle looking at me. She felt guilty, didn't she? Good, she should feel like that. A true friend does not leave you, not matter what happens. She isn't a true friend.

People walked into my line of vision, and I stood to see May. The brunette girl was now talking quietly with Yellow, smiling and laughing as if she didn't feel guilty at all. It made me angry. What little friendship we had is now gone, replaced with hatred and disappointment. I had every right to be angry and hurt. I was betrayed by my first friend. I thought I could trust her..

Deep down, however, I felt.. lonely.

It felt weird, not being by May's side. Sure, we haven't known each other for that long, but it felt like we've known each other forever. She was my first ever true friend, and she agreed to help me right away, even though we didn't know each other at all. Why did she have to choose Paul? Did I do something wrong? I didn't, right?

"Dawn?" I looked up, Lyra smiling down at me. "H-Hey Lyra.." The brunette sat across from me, raising a brow when I sighed. "Does this have to do with May?" I nodded, "You know, as much as I could argue and say that what she did was wrong, I agree with you." My eyes widened as she continued, "A true friend would have stayed by your side, no matter what." So she understands how I feel..

"However," Lyra continued, "A true friend would also forgive and forget with ease, Dawn." I stared at Lyra, watching the brunette rummage through her bag. "As much as it was wrong for May to choose Paul, it's even more wrong for you to hate her, especially for something so childish as this. You are hurting, and I understand that, but May is hurting more."

She closed her bag with a frown, shaking her head and continuing on, "You two need to forgive each other, but you are going to need to apologize first." Why me? I opened my mouth to protest when Lyra raised her hand, "You need to apologize first because it's the right thing to do. You are the one who got mad over something like this. If positions were reversed, I'd be telling May to apologize first." I frowned, closing my mouth and resting my head on the table.

"You know, I know how hard it is to apologize first, but you must do it." I resisted the urge to roll my eyes. "No offense Lyra, but you are acting like something bad could happen, and that I'd never get the chance to apologize." Instead of her getting angry, she just smiled weakly. "You never know Dawn, something could happen." Her eyes showed guilt and sadness, and I wondered why she felt like that.

"A-Anyways, just make sure you apologize for your behavior, and May should do the same. Don't let a friendship go to waste, okay?" I nodded, watching the brunette gather her stuff and leave. She seemed hurt, though it wasn't by me. I wanted to ask, but at the same time I didn't want to seem noisy and annoying to her. Plus, it could be something personal that she doesn't want to tell anyone yet..

I shook my head, letting my eyes roam the room once more. The Pokémon Center was quiet, for the most part. The occasional giggle from Leaf or annoyed grunt from Paul broke the silence, the leader of the group trying to figure something out with Silver's help. I stood slowly, fixing my skirt and grabbing my bag. Piplup chirped in shock, rushing after me and jumping into my bag.

I walked up to the front desk, Nurse Joy looking up from her papers. "How may I help you?" She asked kindly.

"I was wondering if you know anything about tonight's weather?" Since we are sleeping outside, I may as well check what the weather may be. The Pokegear wasn't working all that well, most likely because the Radio Tower was still being repaired from that battle the twins and May had. "Its suppose to be a clear night, no rain or anything." I sighed in relief, "Thank Arceus!" Nurse Joy looked amused, waving goodbye as I walked towards the front door.

Well, I may as well choose where I'll sleep tonight..

Ash's Pov

"You know, I don't exactly talk to much of the group.."

I looked at Misty, placing my bottle of water on the table. Misty twirled her Gyarados's Pokeball, a sigh escaping her. "Why don't you start talking to them then?" I replied, frowning slightly. Misty shook her head, "I don't know, I'm not exactly good with girls, Ash. They worry about fashion, and I worry about.. battling." I chuckled, "I think the only one who likes fashion is Dawn, and maybe Lyra. May obviously hates it, and seems to be more like you. I can't tell about the twins or Yellow though." Misty nodded, a small smile on her face.

"Should I try to start a conversation with Yellow? Or maybe May?" I shrugged, "Just because you don't like fashion, it doesn't mean you can't be friends with Dawn and Lyra. Do what you want." Misty rolled her eyes, knocking my hat off my head. I scrambled to grab it, sending a playful glare at my best friend. "If you really want to make friends, I'll help you." I mumbled.

Misty's eyes widened, before a smile broke out on her face. "That is nice of you Ash! Though, I think I can do it myself.." I felt a smile tug at my lips now. Misty always had trouble making friends, and I always tried to help her.

"The group should be close though, especially since we'll be travelling with each other for a long time." I mumbled. Misty nodded, "All of us seem to just stay in our little groups, like Silver and Paul. Silver doesn't talk to anyone else except Paul.." I nodded as well. This group wasn't so close when I thought about it.

That needs to be changed.

"We'll worry about that later, right now I'm more worried about Rocket." Misty's smile faded, being replaced with a nervous look. "I'm worried they are going to attack us out of nowhere soon. Do you think they are?" I asked, biting my lip. Misty shrugged, her ponytail swaying as she turned her head towards me. "I won't be surprised if they do, especially that Proton guy." I sighed, running a hand through my hair.

"Hey Ash and Misty, I need to talk to you."

"Sir, I'm begging you, please let me go out there!"

A sigh was the only reply the man had gotten, and he was slowly starting to give up. "Fine, go and show the world how idiotic you really are then, I'll just be laughing from afar."

The man smiled, excitement filled in his voice, "Thank you sir! You won't regret it!"

There is chapter 25, hope you enjoyed :)

-Pichu