Chapter 24: Leaving For Kalos.

The next morning, Ash, Pikachu and Nancy went to Professor Oak's lab so that Ash could decide what Pokémon he wanted to bring besides Pikachu and Nancy. "What?! What did you say?!" asked Ash. "You heard me, since you've proven to be such a great Trainer all those years, I'm allowing you to carry twelve Pokémon at once instead of the usual six. However, you still can only use six in official battles," said Prof. Oak. "Thanks, professor," said Ash.

"So, which Pokémon do you want to bring?" asked Prof. Oak. "Besides Pikachu and Nancy, I definitely want to bring Pidgeot, Solgaleo, Ho-Oh and Azelf," said Ash. He turned to Charizard. "Hey, Charizard. You ready for another adventure?" asked Ash. "As much as I want to come, I can't," said Charizard. "Why?" asked Ash. "Pika?" asked Pikachu. "Charla needs my help to raise our son back at the Charicific Valley. But if you need me, Liza will send me over," said Charizard. "I understand," said Ash. Then, Ash felt something nudging against him. It was Meganium. "Mega," said Meganium. "You want to come too, Meganium?" asked Ash. "Yes. I felt lonely during your journey in Unova. I wish to travel with you again just like in Johto," said Meganium. Ash smiled. "Okay, Meganium. You can come," said Ash. "Oh thank you, Ash! Thank you!" said Meganium happily. She was so happy that she tackled Ash, forcing him on his back. "Oof!" cried Ash. The female Grass Pokémon then gave Ash a big kiss on his lips. Everybody was shocked at the sight of this. Ash blushed red in embarrassment. "Meganium!" cried Ash. "Oh, I'm sorry, Ash. I didn't know what overcame me," said Meganium. She giggled and smiled an embarrassed smile.

Everybody gathered at the airport to say their goodbyes to Ash, Pikachu, Nancy, Misty, Brock, Alexa, the TMNS, Splinter, Casey Jones and Ninjara. Misty and Brock were in their new clothes. Misty now wore a white and blue shirt and blue denim shorts. Most of her midriff was revealed here. She wore a pair of red, blue and white sneakers. She still had her Spheal-shaped backpack. As for Brock, he wore a black, green and orange hoodie & shoes and gray pants. He had a blue backpack with a bedroll just like the one he wore during his Kanto & Johto journeys. The mutant Pokémon weren't in their ninja gear. The ones seeing them off were Delia, Professor Oak, May, Max & their parents, Dawn, Hilda, Cilan, April, Merissa and Vernon. "Alright. We'll call when we get to the Kalos Region," said Ash. "Pikachu, Nancy, Misty, Brock, Squirtles and the rest of you, take good care of Ash for me," said Delia. "Boy, I'm looking forward to hearing all about your new Pokémon," said Prof. Oak. "Right," said Ash & Nancy. "Pika," said Pikachu. "You're not coming with us, April?" asked Donatello. "Vernon and I have to do news coverage of the cleanup and rebuilding of Saffron City," said April. "Shredder and Krang left quite the mess," said Vernon. "But we will come over as soon as we can," said Merissa to Leonardo. She then hugged her boyfriend.

Delia sighed. "Mom, what?" asked Ash. "You. Nice clothes," said Delia. "Mom, you're embarrassing me," said Ash. "Please Alexa, get him to Kalos safely," said Delia. "I give you my word," said Alexa. "I'll see you soon, take care," said Delia. "Don't worry, mom. You too," said Ash. "Pika Pika," said Pikachu. Ash turned to his past traveling companions. "Hilda, I wish you luck on your Indigo League challenge. May, Dawn, keep giving your all in the Pokémon Contests. Cilan, travel safely in the Johto Region. Max, I hope you have fun at the Melemele Island Pokémon school. Don't forget to write, all of you," said Ash. "Thanks," said Ash's friends. "Ninjara, be careful in your training with the Squirtles and taking down the Foot," said April. "Don't worry. I will," said Ninjara. "I'll be sure to clean up whatever crime that is infesting Kalos," said Casey Jones, winking at April. April giggled. "I'm sure you will," said April.

Very soon, the TMNS, Splinter, Ninjara, Casey Jones, Ash, Pikachu, Nancy, Misty, Brock and Alexa boarded the plane that was going to take them to Kalos. "Well, Ash and his friends are off on another adventure," said Prof. Oak. "And that's just how boys should be. Good luck, darling," said Delia. I'll always be rooting for you, thought Delia. Kalos Region, here I come, thought Ash. Look out, Foot Clan. Your days are numbered, thought Leonardo.

And so, the Shredder and Krang have been defeated and the world has been saved from their plans for world domination. As the Teenage Mutant Ninja Squirtles, Ash and their friends bid farewell to Pallet Town and the Kanto Region, Kalos Region awaits. With the promise of thrilling and new adventures! With the dream of Pokémon mastery stronger than ever, Ash and Pikachu are off again and their journey continues. As for the Squirtles, they'll be ready to bring an end to the Foot Clan and become true ninja masters! The ninja butt kicking action begins anew, next time, on "Teenage Mutant Ninja Squirtles"! Cowabunga!

Next Time . . . A Bodacious New Beginning!

(Insert "Original Pokémon Theme" as Ending Theme)

I wanna be the very best
Like no one ever was
To catch them is my real test
To train them is my cause

I will travel across the land
Searching far and wide
Teach Pokémon to understand
The power that's inside

Pokémon (

Gotta catch 'em all), it's you and me
I know it's my destiny
(Pokémon!)
Oh, you're my best friend
In a world we must defend

Pokémon (Gotta catch 'em all), a heart so true
Our courage will pull us through
You teach me, and I'll teach you
Po-ké-mon!
(Gotta catch 'em all!)
Gotta catch 'em all!

Yeah . . .

Ev'ry challenge along the way
With courage I will face
I will battle ev'ry day
To claim my rightful place

Come with me, the time is right
There's no better team,
Arm in arm, we'll win the fight
It's always been our dream

Pokémon (Gotta catch 'em all), it's you and me
I know it's my destiny
(Pokémon!)
Oh, you're my best friend
In a world we must defend

Pokémon (Gotta catch 'em all), a heart so true
Our courage will pull us through
You teach me, and I'll teach you
Po-ké-mon!
(Gotta catch 'em all!)
Gotta catch 'em all!

Gotta catch 'em all!
Gotta catch 'em all!
Gotta catch 'em all!
Yeah!

Pokémon (Gotta catch 'em all), it's you and me
I know it's my destiny
(Pokémon!)
Oh, you're my best friend
In a world we must defend

Pokémon (Gotta catch 'em all), a heart so true
Our courage will pull us through
You teach me, and I'll teach you
Po-ké-mon!
(Gotta catch 'em all!)
Gotta catch 'em all!
Pokémon!

Ash & Co. and the TMNS are now on their way to Kalos. I couldn't resist having Meganium kiss Ash since she has a crush on him. Misty and Brock are wearing their clothes from "Let's Go, Pikachu" and "Let's Go, Eevee" just to let you know. However, this isn't the final chapter . . .