Henlo and welcome my little Nuggies, to the rewrite (again) of His Legacy. As you can see I've switched the title (again) and hopefully I'll be more satisfied with this rewrite than I was with the last one. I have kept some things the same while others have changed completely and I do dearly hope that you enjoy the story as much as I hope to enjoy writing it.

Rating: M

Pairings: Ash KetchumxCaellum Grey

Chapter Warnings: None

Disclaimer: I do not own Pokémon! I do however own my OC characters and my eevee-lution(s)!

A/N: Thank you afraidofspiders and Darknesspool14 as well as the Guest review. I am in fact doing well and I'm glad you like the story so far! Davycrockett100 thank you as well! I'm glad you think my story (well all the ones you comment the same comment on) is awesome!

Sakihinata, it is! Congrats you got the brownie points and a shout out! As an added bonus this chapter is dedicated to you!

Ash took deep slow breaths as he walked along the path out of Pallet. He always enjoyed nature and being outdoors no matter the weather it always managed to calm him down and made him become more focused. He hummed a little tune he made up when he was younger as Pikachu hopped down to chitter with a few of the wild Caterpie that were also enjoying the sunlight. He trusted Pikachu not to lag too far behind as he continued to walk past the yellow mouse.

He chuckled as he heard Pikachu squeak behind him before the soft sounds of the pokémon running were heard. He felt Pikachu jump up and latch onto his shoulder. He reached up and scratched Pikachu behind his ear as he kept walking making the yellow mouse purr as his favorite spot was scratched. The route between Viridian and Pallet was usually quiet and not a lot of action in terms of attacks from wild pokémon.

Ash kept hummed softly as he walked. The small sticks and fallen leaves crunch under each foot step as his feet took him further and further from his childhood home. He listened to the wild pokémon frolicking and playing and he was so caught up in listening to the sounds of nature that he wasn't paying attention to where he was going. He had gone off the path to the next town and ended up being lost in the woods, but he wasn't scared. He had Pikachu and a map in his pokédex.

Pulling out his 'dex he started to get concerned when it wouldn't turn on. No matter what button he pushed nothing turned on his 'dex. Looking away from the device he looked around to see if anything seemed familiar before picking a direction and walked towards it. Pikachu stayed on his shoulder as he walked and seemed to be on constant alert and Ash didn't know if it was because there was danger around or if he was picking up on Ash's feelings of unease.

The path Ash took seemed to go on for hours as Ash noticed that the sun was going deeper past the horizon and the other side of the sky darkened as the moon rose. He was thankful that at least there wasn't a storm heading his way.

"Where-"

"Huh?" Ash spoke out loud as he stopped in his tracks. Looking around he didn't see anything or anyone that could have spoken.

Pikachu perked up on his shoulder as harsh wind blew through the path. His small nose twitched before he jumped off Ash's shoulder and dashed into the bushes.

"Pikachu!" Ash called out before rushing to catch up with his yellow mouse. He dodged through thorny bushes and long vines that threatened to catch anything in its path. He spotted the yellow mouse a few times before coming to a stop when he entered a clearing.

"Pikachu," Ash said softly as he saw his best friend. Beside Pikachu was a pokémon he had only seen on tv, but there was a different color to it. Pulling out his dex, not remembering that it had died for a moment, but was surprised that it actually turned on.

"Huh," Ash hummed softly before shaking his head. He'd think about it later. Aiming it at the pokémon he quickly scanned it.

Metang- Entry #375

The Iron Claw pokémon, Metang, is formed when two Beldum fuse together. The brains of the Beldum are joined by a magnetic nervous system forming one brain which is then connected to its Hive it stays with. Metang, and its evolutions, have a hard enough body that not even a jet can penetrate its hide. This Pokémon can turn its arms to the rear for traveling at high speeds up to 60 miles per hour as it hunts for its prey. This Pokémon generates strong psychokinetic power. It adores magnetic minerals which if often found in Nosepass.

Metang knows the moves- Confusion, Metal Claw, Shadow Ball, and has an egg move Psychic.

Its ability is Clear Body.

Note: This pokémon is considered Shiny due to its coloration and therefore its stats are different from normal Metang.

Ash looked over at the weak looking Metang and studied it. Its' silver coloring glinted in the dying sunlight making it look reddish orange. Its' spikes were yellow in coloration and its eyes gleamed bright red as it looked at Ash in what Ash could only describe as fear and desperation.

"Hello," Ash said softly as he slowly approached the downed pokémon. It looked as if it were injured. "Can I help you?" he asked once he was kneeling down beside Pikachu. His companion squeaked out making the red eyes look at him. The dark haired teen kept quiet as Pikachu communicated that Ash wanted to help it. As Pikachu spoke to Metang Ash slowly got out two potion bottles and a Sitrus berry for it to examine.

"Help… me?"

Ash looked up to see the Metang looking at him. "W-Was that you?" he asked. He was use to being around Psychic types sure, but his mothers' Mr. Mime never spoke to them like that. Metang slowly nodded to answer his question.

"Stay still for me," Ash said as he got closer to the pokémon with one of the potions. He gently picked up one of its claws and sprayed where there were scratches and bruises before moving along. He ended up needing a third potion once Ash had gotten to Metangs' underside and saw that there was a larger scratch. Once he was done with the potions he hand fed the Metang the Sitrus berry.

"Thank… you," Metang communicated softly in Ash's head.

"Of course!" Ash said watching as the Metang was floating in air, "I'm glad you are feeling better!" Metang nodded slowly before its attention was brought over to Pikachu from a series of squeaks. Ash kept quiet once again as they communicated and pulled out his egg to look over. It was still warm and its pulse was calm. It was still a ways away from hatching.

"Human," Ash looked over when he heard Metang speak, "Go with."

The dark haired teen looked at the pokémon with wide eyes, "Why?" He asked, "Isn't your Hive nearby?"

Metang slowly shook his head, "Gone… Abandoned."

Ash bit his lip and nodded before digging a pokéball out of his belt and held it out, "I'll be more than happy to have you in my family," he said softly letting Metang press the button. Once the metallic pokémon was settled in the ball Ash let out a long sigh. "I'll never abandon you," he said softly to the pokéball and he felt it warm up and wiggle slightly. He placed the pokéball in his belt promising to let Metang out after a trip to a PokéCenter to make sure it was okay.

"Let's get out of here Pikachu," Ash said once his yellow companion was on his shoulder once more. Pulling out his dex once again he pulled up his map since his dex decided to work once again and he wondered if it was because of Metang that it malfunctioned earlier. Looking over the map he found that he wasn't that far from Viridian and made the decision to continue through the night to the town.

Once he was back on the path Ash kept quiet since he didn't want to disturb any of the sleeping pokémon and get attacked because they were startled. He was correct in his timing as he managed to get to the town within the next hour. He got a room for himself and asked Nurse Joy to look over Metang and Pikachu. Using the time that they were looked over Ash got his room, took a shower, ate dinner in the cafeteria, and cuddled with his egg in the lounge.

Sitting there he took out his notebook he had stashed in his bag and began to take notes on the two pokémon in his tiny family. Looking over Pikachu's entry the mouse had a lot of work to do in order to be able to fight in Pewters' Gym.

Pikachu- Entry #25

The electric mouse pokemon. It's in its nature to store electricity. It feels stressed now and then if it's unable to fully discharge the electricity it keeps within its electrical sac. While sleeping, it generates electricity in the sacs in its cheeks and keeps a constant flow of electricity through its fur to ward off any predators while it sleeps. If it's not getting enough sleep or if it gets sick it will be able to use only weak electricity.

This pokemon is male and knows the moves: Agility, Thunder Shock, Quick Attack, Thunder, Thunderbolt, and has the egg move Electro Ball.

Its ability is Static.

He knew he was going to get Pikachu to to learn Iron Tail to help with his fight at Pewter, and after that he'll get Pikachu started on Volt Tackle since he already knew Agility. Pkachus' electric attacks will help once the electric mouse learned how to do the moves at the same time.

For Metang, he decided to try and teach it Magnet Rise and Protect. The more heavy hitting moves would be able to be learned when it evolved into Metagross so he just wanted to make sure his newest pokémon could defend itself while dealing the softer hitting attacks. He hopes he could get another pokémon on the road to Pewter to help with the gym battle.

Ash was so lost in his thoughts that he didn't notice a red haired girl approaching where he sat on the sofa. He looked up sharply when he heard a throat being cleared and looked up to see an angry red head in front of him. "Can I help you?" he asked as he put his dex and notebook down on his lap.

"Yeah you can! Your Pikachu fried my bike!" she exclaimed as she crossed her arms just under her breasts, "It's your pokémon that did it so you have to buy me a new bike!"

Ash looked at her confused as the red head got even more heated. "What?" he asked as he closed his book and placed it in his bag with his dex, "My Pikachu never let out any electric attacks during the journey here. What makes you think it was my Pikachu and how did you know I have a Pikachu in the first place?"

The red head glared down at him before replying, "Who else could it be then, huh?! I saw you with the Pikachu walking through the woods after frying my bike!"

"As I've said before Pikachu didn't let out any electric attacks on our way here. I wasn't even on the paths to get here and I certainly didn't see you!" he defended himself.

"Ash Ketchum! Your pokémon are ready at the front counter!"

"Now please, stop accusing people of things that they didn't even do," Ash said as he got up to go get his pokémon from Nurse Joy. He ignored that the girl, who hasn't even introduced herself, followed him to the front counter.

"Mr. Ketchum here they are! You're Pikachu is just fine, but I do recommend that he let out some electricity for the overloads his sacs," Nurse Joy said as Pikachu jumped up on Ash's shoulder and nuzzled him softly making his hair stick up a bit, "You're Metang is as good as new! You did a wonderful job with the potions and the wounds your Metang had sustained were almost completely healed before you got it here."

"Really? That's great!" Ash said as he set both of the balls on his belt.

"I do have some concerns with Metang. I am not really familiar with its species, but I do know that he seems a bit young and underdeveloped to have left his Hive," she said as she folded her hands on the counter, "If I have your permission I would like to get in contact with the Stone family in Hoenn on your behalf; just to make sure Metang is completely fine with being away from its Hive. They are the people to go to about the Beldum evolution line."

Ash chewed his lip softly and thought the option over. He wanted the best for Metang of course, but he was also a bit apprehensive since he didn't want Metang, his newest family member, to be taken away. He looked over at Pikachu, who only looked at him in curiosity, before turning back to Nurse Joy. "Okay," he agreed as he gave her a small nod, "Anything to make sure Metang is whole and healthy."

Nurse Joy sent the small teen a smile before replying, "If you don't mind staying here for a moment I'll make the call." Ash watched as Nurse Joy stepped away and spoke to her Chansey before she walked to the back where Ash assumed was where he office is. He still ignored the girl standing behind him and almost forgot she was there until she piped up.

"I guess it really wasn't your Pikachu."

Ash turned to look at her and saw a softer expression on her face than there was a few moments ago. "Yeah. I did tell you that," he said before licking his dry lips and went to turn back to the counter. She stopped him though with a few more muttered words.

"I'm sorry. I hope your Metang is alright."

Ash didn't say anything since she had moved away and walked to the front doors. He cleared his throat as she walked out and he turned away to look at the counter again. "So Pikachu," Ash said getting his yellow mouses' attention, "I've decided that you'll be learning Iron Tail before we go fight the Pewter Gym, but it might not be until after we do the drop off for Professor Oak. After you master Iron Tail you will be working on Volt Tackle."

Pikachu looked at him interested before letting out a soft chitter and gave Ash a nod though he did tilt his head in confusion. Ash chuckled softly before replying to the unspoken question, "I'll be tying a rock to your tail to strengthen it and after its as strong as it can be you'll be smashing your tail against rocks until it hardens. At least that's what all of the training videos say to start out with."

Ash watched as Pikachu sagged in fake exhaustion and he gave the dramatic Pikachu a chuckle and a scratch behind his ear. "Mr. Ketchum?" Nurse Joy said as she approached the counter once again, "I've just spoken to Mr. Stone and he is going to be sending his son, Steven Stone, to look over your Metang, but he won't be able to come to this Region for a few days due to some business. He requests that you stay here for at least four days and he'll be here on the third day."

Ash let out a soft sigh and nodded, "Can I have a room for that many days?" he asked as he picked Pikachu up from where he lay on the counter.

"Of course! You'll be in room six," she said as she entered his information on her computer before handing him a key, "Food is served at anytime in the cafeteria, just head over and ask the cooks for anything. They also make pokéfood!"

Ash thanked her as he put the key in his pocket and walked away from the counter. He would get food soon, but he needed to call Professor Oak and let him know about the delay. Letting out a sigh he quickly walked up the steps to the upper floors of the Center to get to his room and he was just glad that his room was on the floor just above the ground floor and not on the floor above that one.

Opening the room he flipped the switch to turn the lights on letting him see the room. His room had a rather large bed and he assumed it was for the trainers that liked to have their pokémon snuggle on their bed with them. He could see that seeing as he liked having Pikachu sleep on the bed with him. He felt safer.

Setting his bag down he let Pikachu on he bed and sat down with his back against the headboard and his knee bent so he could rest his arm on it when he made his call. Opening his Xtransceiver he dialed the number for Professor Oak's personal computer and waited for the older man to answer. It took a few minutes, but Professor Oak finally picked up.

"Ash, my boy!" he exclaimed as his black eyes lit up in joy, "How are you?"

Ash gave the professor a small smile, "It's going well, but I have hit a snag. I have to stay in Viridian for a few days."

Oak's eyes went from joyful to serious as each word left his pseudo grandsons' mouth, "What do you mean?" he asked as he took in how tired Ash looked.

Ash started to explain what had happened since he left Pallet, the Metang he caught, the still unnamed girl, and what Nurse Joy said about Metang and the Stone family. "I promise I'll get your package to Rota as soon as I can. I just," Ash paused and took a deep breath, "I want to make sure Metang is okay."

Oak looked at the young teen and gave him a smile, "It's quite alright, Ash. I understand about wanting to make sure your pokémon are healthy and the best they can be. There's no need to rush, just make sure your Metang is good," the older man said and he saw the tension in Ash's shoulders relax, "Now, if I may, can I see your Metang? I must admit I have only seen their evolved counterparts since Metang usually stay in their Hives."

The dark haired teen chuckled and nodded, "Of course! Don't be shocked though," Ash said as he grabbed Metangs' ball and pressed the button to release his psychic friend. The artificial lights in the room glinted off the silver dual type as it floated a foot above his bed.

"Friend," came the soft greeting from Metang.

"Feeling better?" Ash asked as he gave his newest friend a smile and received a nod for an answer, "There's someone I want you to meet."

Metang floated over and peered at the small screen once Ash pointed out that was were the someone was at. "Oh Ash," Oak said once he got a glimpse of Metang, "Its beautiful!"

Ash chuckled and smiled at his response, "Thanks, but tell that to Metang not me." Metang floated there watching the play by play of its new friend and the person it just met. Ash had spoken to the Professor for a little while longer before bidding him a goodnight and decided to eat before going to bed no matter how tired he was.

After consuming his food and getting his pokémon their food, a bowl of ketchup covered food for Pikachu, and a heaping bowl of mineral for Metang, he told Metang of his plan in its training and that they would start bright and early the next two days as they waited on Mr. Stone to arrive the day after next. As Ash relaxed on the bed all he could hope for was for the assessment on Metang to go smoothly and that Metang wouldn't be taken away.