Chapter 21: A New Day with the Couple

On the next day, Ash wakes up and sees that Alice is sleeping cutely in his arms. Ash thinks, "Wow, she is really cute. I am glad that I finally confess to her..."

Pikachu's calling causes Alice to wake up, Alice sees how Ash is looking at her, she giggles and says, "Morning, Ash."

"Same here. I can't believe that now we are boyfriend and girlfriend." Ash says. "It is like our dream has come true."

Alice says, "Yeah...since we meet each other when we are little and then now." Then Alice says, "But we have to continue our journey if you want to win the badges."

"Yeah, let's go." Ash says as they go to the lobby, Delia, Elena, Alex and Electra are waiting for them.

"Did you guys have a good night rest?" Delia asks.

"We do, Mother. Thank you for asking." Ash replies. "But we have to start our journey now."

"Indeed." Delia says. "And unfortunately, Elena has to help Electra with the stuff, so she might not be able to travel with us for now."

"Really sis?" Ash is surprised.

"I am sorry, but Alex will be helping you on the way, so don't worry." Elena says.

"Indeed." Alex says. "Trust me, I won't be a nuisance to you."

Ash and Alice nod as the four people bid farewell to Elena and Electra, and then they head towards Route 4.

At Route 4, with Alex helping them training, Ash's three starters evolve into three new Pokemon. Much to the relief of the group.

Forestone: The Guardian Pokemon: Grass and Rock Type. Evolved from Herovor at LV:16. Forestone supports smaller Pokémon, and helps grow wildlife in its habitat by spreading seeds that grow on its leaves.

"It suits your nature, Forestone." Ash says as he nods in agreement.

Purryo: The Gepard Pokemon: Fire and Ground Type. Evolved from Purrlit at LV:16. Purryo is a rapscallion among Pokémon, loving to cause mischief with other Purryo. Perhaps this is why it usually fears evolving into the well-behaved Flearoe.

"Rapscallion?" Purryo says, "How can the Pokedex say that? I am not that bad..."

"I know." Alice says. "Don't worry, not Pokedex are right."

Salanip: The Salamander Pokemon: Water and Poison Type. Evolved from Salatad at LV:16. More adapted to land than its previous evolution, Salanip has developed sharper claws. Its poison sacs allow it to stun prey.

"So now you are a Poison Type, it will be much better to counteract the Grass Types." Salanip just smirks as he nods.

Then they start to find some new Pokemon in the ground, and then they see a Pokemon absorbing sunlight and having the roots on the ground.

"It is Buzzseed." Alex says. "If you remember, Ecobuzz is its evolution."

"I know." Ash says.

Pikachu goes to the Pokemon, sharing his electricity to the Pokemon, much to her joy, and then they become fast friends. Alice says, "So Ash, do you want to capture the Buzzseed?"

"Sure, I mean, why not? But that is if she wants to join." Ash says.

Just then, a Budcherp appears and it tries to grab the Pokemon. Pikachu uses Thunderbolt to shock the bird, freeing the Buzzseed. The Buzzseed thanks PIkachu and decides to join the group for the purpose of protecting herself.

Buzzseed: The Energy Seed Pokemon: Grass and Electric Type. Buzzeed is often seen as food by other Pokémon, only for them to deliver a powerful shock as they approach. They absorb both energy from the sun and the ground.

After playing with the new team member, they decide to have some lunch as Ash and Delia help cooking the meal. Alice decides to make the tent, but she finds that there is a Pokemon gnawing on it.

"Hey, stop it!" Alice says as she tries to stop the dog. At the same time, Alex says, "Ash, your girlfriend seems to be in trouble, how about letting me handle the food while you go help her?"

"Okay." Ash says as he leaves the work to Alex. Delia asks, "Are you sure you can do this?"

Alex says, "Elena has taught me one or two. It should be fine."

Ash goes to Alice and then he sees a dog like Pokemon and Alice are fighting for the tent. Ash says, "Pikachu, help Alice, Electro Web."

The Pokemon nods as it fires the attack, causing the dog to roar in pain and falls down to the ground. Ash then asks, "Alice, are you alright?"

Alice says, "I am fine, that Pupool is trying to eat the tent though..."

Ash looks at the dog, who is paralyzed on the ground, he says, "I'll capture him, since he looks quite strong. But I will also teach him some manners."

Pupool: The Pup Pokemon: Water Type. Pupool have a tendency to gnaw on everything. Trainers have to take care to clean up their drool from their furnitures.

"Eww..." Ash says as he sees the drool on the tent, he says, "I think we should clean it up."

"I agree." Alice says as they start working.

And then after having lunch, Alex says, "So Ash. After seeing how you handle the Pokemon, I think that I should give you a present."

"What is it?" Ash asks, then Alex takes out the Pokeball. "As a Psychic Type User, I have a lot of this Pokemon, but I don't need that much, but releasing them is quite not right. So here you go."

Then Ash opens the Pokeball and then a Peacock like Pokemon appears. "What is that?" Ash asks.

Then the Pokemon sees Ash and hides behind Alex, Alex says, "Don't worry, Peafan, Ash won't harm you."

Then the Pokemon pops his head and then goes towards Ash. Ash says, "So it is called Peafan?"

"Yes." Alex says, "And you will be his new trainer." Ash nods as he scans the Pokemon.

Peafan: The Peafowl Pokemon: Normal and Flying Type. Peafan actively chases others away from their territory by showing their tail, but they are easily scared away by larger predators.

"It is nice to meet you, Peafan." Ash says as well as Alice, and then the Pokemon open up to them easily.

As Alex and Delia are watching them playing with Pokemon, Alex asks, "Your highness. I want to ask you a question. About that Prophecy, I want to ask if Ash and Alice are the ones?"

Delia says, "I am not sure, only time will tell. But from what I have seen so far, they will be the ones that save us all."

"You're right." Alex says.

Delia then says, "Alex, since I am not used to riding bicycles, so I will be leaving for a while, can you watch over Ash for me in the Cycling road?"

"You can count on me." Delia nods as she leaves. Ash notices her and asks, "Mother, where are you going?"

Delia says, "Ash, Alice, I have to tell you that I have some things I need to do in the castle. Since there are something that disturbs me about the traitors."

Ash flinches as he hears the traitors, but he calms down and asks, "What is it?"

"I want to know why they do that to your Pokemon. Which is why I am going to search for them."

"But what if they hurt you again?" Ash asks.

"Trust me, I won't be dead that easily." Delia says as she leaves, the other two can only bid farewell to her.

Here is the new chapter, the next chapter will be the Cycling Road and I hope you like it.