~ Sylveon

Eevee stood there in front of my door with her paws on her hips. And what amazed me was that, most of her injuries, appeared to be healed.

"How are you...I mean...How-How are you alright after one night?"

"You shouldn't underestimate me Sylveon. I'm a lot stronger than I used to be. And finding your house was easy with Mooble Maps."

"Well, I am impressed. But that still doesn't answer how most of your injuries have healed though."

"Just used a secret cream my mom invented that instantly heals all non-serious wounds. That's all."

"So what did it not heal?"

"A deep gash on my elbow that should take a couple of more days to close. And my knee about 4."

"Umm but what about your head?"

"My head's fine. But I tied a bandana on my head just in case I was wrong. Other than that I'm fine."

"I admire your tenacity. And seeing as your consider yourself 'fine', you should be ready for more training ASAP right?"

"Now more than ever."

"Good. Our next lesson will be self defense training such as punching, kicking, counters, blocks, supplexes, and all the other good stuff."

"Wait, did you say 'supplexes'? That is awesome! I can't wait to get started with that! Thank you Sylveon!"

"Save the 'thank yous' for when were finished with training now alright?"

"Okay!"

"This will be our last lesson. And then-Nevermind. We'll just cross that bridge when we get there."

"Sounds good. I'm ready for it."

"Great to hear. But you'll need this first."

I grabbed both of Eevee's paws and startled her for a second. But when she saw that I was just wrapping them up in bandages she relaxed.

"Thank you."

"Your welcome. Your going to need it since your going to be practicing on a sandbag for the remainder of the time. Sound good?"

"Yeah it sounds fun! I'm really eager to start now!"

"Alright. Let me get ready first so we can eat at Magikonalds for breakfast."

"Okay! I'll wait here then."

"Excuse me then."

I closed the door and turned around, only to be startled by my mother standing right behind me.

"Mom?! What are you doing there?!"

"I just wanted to see your friend is all. And after listening I starting to think my son bit off a little bit more than he could chew with her."

"If you say so I guess. Excuse me mom. "

"Oh don't mind me. But don't say I didn't warn you Sylvie."

"Yeah yeah."

*8 days later

"Hyyyaahhh!!!"

Eevee punched the bag with all her might and sent it flying into the wall. But then again they were all about a size smaller than Eevee so it was really easy to send them flying. The impact made it break and sand was pouring out of it like water. Along with all the other nine deflated bags scattered across the room.

"Good. All 10 defense bags are down so I say your done."

"Wooohooo!!! Yeah!! I feel like I can take on anyone now."

Eevee was sending punches into the air showing her eagerness to punch something else. She has the knack of punching now it just her supplexes that she still needs to work on. But her progress was substantial so I guess it could've been worse.

Eevee then pointed her paw at me and said.

"I'll be your worst nightmare one day. Just you wait and see!"

"Overconfidence will get you nowhere in a fight. Because there is no greater danger than underestimating your opponent."

"But I can do it! I know I will! Don't you have some faith in me?"

"I do. But you need to figure out a strategy first so you can move the fight to your advantage."

"I know what you mean. And I know I'm ready! I just wanna take her down after everything she's done to me! Don't you understand that."

"I'm sure about your motives so need you to understand that no matter who your opponent is you always treat them as your equal and agree to a good match. Nothing else."

"I-I understand. But what if I can't do just that."

"Then you are not really ready. And then your just looking to pick a fight. Nothing honorable about that. Not at all."

"I'll try then I think."

"You'll only try?"

"Okay. I will do it. And do it right. Is that better?"

"Much better. And be sure not to rub it in her face if you win. Showing her your a worthy opponent is more satisfaction than beating her to a pulp, wouldn't you agree?"

"I guess so. And thank you for helping me Sylveon. You really stuck your neck out for me. And I want you to know I'm grateful and if there a way to pay you back. I mean...I at least owe you that much."

"Aww, there's no need for that. Just keep being yourself. And learn from your own mistakes from the experiences you've had. And just be a better Pokemon from now on."

"O-okay. Thanks again Sylveon."

"It was my pleasure. I now see your satisfied with your new strength that I feel it is no longer necessary for me to teach you any longer. I trust you enough to do what you feel is right and I can say is good luck."

"Huh? What do you mean good luck?"

"I mean that you are no longer my pupil. Your free to do what you want now. And I hope that you never forget what I taught you."

"You mean your leaving me alone? Just like that? But what about-"

"It was an honor teaching you Eevee. I won't bother you anymore since our training time is up so what I mean is..."

I look Eevee in the eye and she looked so lost that I was starting to regret what I said. But it was too late to take it back now. I just had to do it.

"Goodbye Eevee."

"Sylve- Wait."

I ignored her and was walking away with my bag.

"Sylveon!"

I paused for a minute waiting for her to say something. But all she said was, "I...I...I'll never forget you..."

I turned around and smiled.

"Me either. So long Eevee."

She said nothing else as I walked into the forest alone. And regret was starting to hit me hard like a brick. But it was too late to take it back now.

The only thing I took with me was a heavy weight on my shoulders no matter how hard I tried to smile.

Another smile of a fool. It suits me well.

(Note : How will Eevee feel after losing her friend? And will it affect her during her showdown with Riolu? Find out in Ch 27 ~ Eevee!)