FRIDAY.
The pokemon center in the forest
The group got up early, hoping to get to the Pokemon center soon. This morning Ash was feeling a little better, but still very sore and tired (he hadn't slept very well last night).After a tasty breakfast they set off. Thanks to the fact that Greninja knew the place well they were able to get to the CP without any problems and very soon
- Hello, welcome to ... - Nurse Joy greeted, stopping as she looked more closely at the peculiar group that had been entering her Pokemon Center
Leading the group was Greninja, followed by a blonde girl who had some bruises and scrapes on her legs and arms. Behind came three boys, a Pikachu and a Lucario. Two of the boys looked in good shape, but the one in the middle ... not so much. He came walking unaided but slowly and with effort (his friends watching closely in case he needed to help him), he had one arm in a sling made with a handkerchief, and was covered with bruises and scrapes ... and his clothes were all dirty and torn
- Arceus! What happened? - Joy asked alarmed - Are you okay?
- We are fine - Clemont answered, pointing to Goh and himself - but Ash and Bonnie had a little accident ... there was a landslide in the hills ... Could you check them? I did what I could, but ...
- I see ... don't worry, why don't you wait here while I take care of Ash, then I'll come back for you Bonnie, ok?
Nurse Joy took Ash to one of the observation rooms
- Well Ash, tell me ... how do you feel?
- I feel ... sore, especially my back and left side ...
- What happened to your arm?
- As we were falling down the hill, a tree stopped our fall when we collided with it ... when my left side hit it squarely. That's when my shoulder dislocated ... Clemont put it in its place again
- I see ... well, we'll take some X-rays first to make sure everything is fine ...
- Oh, ok ... my wrist is somewhat swollen, but it didn't seem to be broken ...
- Relax, we'll check it ... do you have clean clothes to change?
- Yes, in my backpack ...
- Ok, since you need to take off your shirt so i can check on you, later I'll help you put on clean clothes
- Thanks - Ash said, while Nurse Joy helped him take off his shirt very carefully
- Good... first the right arm ... the head ... and now, carefully your left arm ... that's it!
- Mhnnnpf - Ash growled through clenched teeth.
- Oh! - Exclaimed the nurse looking at Ash's torso and back - I think you hit that tree very hard, Ash, I would be surprised if you didn't have broken ribs ... - She said looking at the huge bruise that covered a large part of Ash's left side
- Are you having trouble breathing?
- A little...
- I can see that your friend cleaned the scrapes very well ... let's move on to the X-rays then. But before you have to take one of these pills, it is for the pain.
After taking the X-rays, the nurse proceeded to confirm the findings.
- Well luckily your shoulder is not broken ... does it hurt if I do this? - asked the nurse, as she touched certain points of the joint and turned his arm carefully at certain angles
- Yes, a little ... more when you move it up or back
- It is to be expected, despite not being broken, your joint suffered a lot ... your tendons, ligaments and muscles are still somewhat sensitive. But don't worry, with rest everything will be fine ...
- What a relief...
- Now your wrist ... yes, it is sprained but I also see a small fracture ... it is not serious, but it is best to have your hand immobilized for a while so that it heals without problems, you must use a splint
- Oh no! For how long?
- Only a couple of weeks ... - Joy said without giving much thought - as for your ribs ... thankfully they aren't broken, but i can see a couple that are bruised ... I will bandage you so they don't move to much when you breathe, this will decrease the pain and help you heal faster
- Thank you very much nurse Joy
After immobilizing Ash's wrist, bandaging his ribs, and helping him put on a new shirt, the nurse taught him how to put on the special sling that he must wear. The sling not only supported his arm, but also kept it close to his body, thus preventing his shoulder from moving.
- You should wear the sling for about two weeks. Remember to wear it when sleeping too
- Ehm ... can it be a little less? I have an ... "activity" next weekend ...
- Maybe ... it depends on how much it has healed ... what do you think if before your activity you go to the nearest Pokemon Center and ask the nurse to check you up? She will decide if you can stop using it or not
- Thank you, I will
- If you want, you can tell me which Pokemon Center you will go and I will send them your medical file
- Great, I'll be in Alola, on Melemele Island
- Excellent ... but until then I want you to take it easy, ok?, you need to rest for your body to recover... that includes not trying to synchronize with Greninja
- But how...?
- I recognized you when I saw you come in. I saw you compete in the league and was very surprised by what you two did, so I asked Prof. Sycamore to explain me a little more about your special bond. I know how it works, I know that it is something very exhausting for both of you ... and as I said, you should take it easy for a few days
- Okay, thank you nurse
- In fact, it would be better if you stay here tonight. A good night's rest in a real bed would do you great.
- Sounds great actually, I didn't sleep very well last night...
- I imagined it ... here are the painkillers I gave you before, you must take a pill twice a day for 5 days
- Thanks - Ash said, putting the pills in his backpack and getting up to go out
- Shall I tell Bonnie to come in?
- Don't worry, I'm going out with you
Pikachu and the others had been sitting in the waiting room for quite a while, which had them a little worried, when they finally saw Ash and Nurse Joy appear. Ash looked better, walking with less effort and with his arm firmly protected by the sling. Also, clean clothes helped it not look so bad
- Pikapi! - pikachu shouted excitedly running towards his trainer, but without jumping onto his shoulder
- Hello buddy, did you miss me?
- How are you Ash? - Goh asked
- Much better - Ash answered honestly, those painkillers were already starting to work
- Was your arm broken? - asked Clemont
- No, just a small fracture in his wrist ... he will be as good as new in no time - Nurse Joy answered - you did a great job taking care of his wounds. Come on Bonnie, it's your turn
- Ok ... - Bonnie replied a little nervous, as she prepared to follow Joy
- You can go with Chansey in the meantime, he will assigns you a room. Then you can wait in the cafeteria for lunch. I don't think it will take long with Bonnie - said the nurse looking calmly at Bonnie, trying to reassure her a bit
The boys, just as Nurse Joy had suggested, went looking for Chansey
- Will we stay here tonight? - Goh asked
- Yes, Nurse Joy said we should stay here, at least for tonight - Ash replied - I hope you don't mind guys
- Of course not Ash, a good night's rest is not a bad idea ... tomorrow we can calmly return home - Clemont said
Once in the room, Ash took advantage of the moment to change his pants for clean ones. Then they went down to the cafeteria to wait for Bonnie so they could all have lunch together. Fortunately, the wait was not long, since only about 10 minutes later Bonnie and Nurse Joy appeared.
- Everything is fine with Bonnie - said Nurse Joy to Clemont - thanks to Ash, there was no serious blow ... and thanks to you everything is healing well. She just need a good night's rest
- Excellent, thank you very much Nurse Joy - Clemont thanked
- No need to be thankful ... Chansey will be bringing your lunches in a few minutes. After lunch you should try to relax a bit, there is a small pond near here in case you want to go to explore it ... but take it easy, especially your Ash
- I know ... - Ash said
Soon Chansey appeared with the lunches
- Ash ... were you hungry? - Goh asked laughing when he saw how Ash choked trying to eat his lunch in just a few bites
- He's always hungry, isn't he? - Bonnie replied laughing as well
- Not "always" - Ash said - but almost ahaha
- Can we go to see the pond that Nurse Joy mentioned? - Bonnie asked
- We're still having lunch Bonnie - Clemont answered
- I know! I meant after lunch ... Do you think we can meet Squishy? - Bonnie asked Greninja, seeing that he nodded added - Can we go?
- Ehm ... I don't know Bonnie ... - Clemont answered doubtfully as he looked at Ash
- You should go, it will be very funny ... you can enjoy the place, see Zygarde and other Pokemon - Ash said sincerely - but I think I'll stay for a nap ...
- You're sure? - Goh asked
- Of course, have fun ... I'll be fine
This is how at the end of lunch, the group began to prepare their afternoon walk
- Pikachu, Greninja ... could you go with them? I would feel better knowing that you two are with them to protect them in case something happens ... - Ash said - you will also have fun ... and Greninja you are the only one who knows how to find Zygarde
- Pikapi?
- I'll be fine ... I'll be in the room resting ... and also I still have Lucario and the others with me if necessary ... go and have fun, ok?
And with the latter decided, the group of friends and Pokemon began their walk to the pond, while Ash went to their room to take a well-deserved nap.
Just as he entered the room, Ash heard his cell phone ring ... a message had arrived
"Misty: Hi Ash, how's the search for Greninja going? Did your plan work?
Ash: Yes, something like that ... we are with Greninja and he can come back with us
Misty: Excellent Ash ... if you come back soon then you will have several days to train with your other Pokémon
Ash: It's true ... but I don't think we can go back until Monday
Misty: Why not?
- If I tell her about my arm, she will surely call me just to yell at me and she will not listen to anything I say ...
"Ash: Nothing special ... only that the way back to Lumiose is long. Today we will stay at the Pokemon Center and tomorrow we will leave again"
- Ugh ... typing with one hand is very slow ...
"Misty: Ahh ... well, you'll still have a few days of training ... you'll be fine
Ash: And you Misty, how's everything going in the gym?
Misty: Chaotic ... these last few weeks a lot of trainers have come, I'm exhausted
Ash: oh, it sounds exhausting ... Can I call you so we can talk better?
Misty: Sure "
- Hi Misty
- Hi Ash
- Is it normal for so many trainers to come to your gym?
- Yes, but usually not all at the same time as it happened these last few weeks ... I was just finishing a battle when the next one was already beginning
- Yeah, like I said ... it sounds exhausting ...
- Thankfully yesterday it returned to normal and I had only two opponents ... and today no one has appeared yet. I needed to get some rest
- What you need is a vacation Misty
- Oh, that would be wonderful! ... but I don't know ... I don't think I can take a few days off right now
- Come on Misty, of course you can, you deserve it
- I can't just close the gym as I please Ash
- Of course you can! During my travels, I came across closed gyms many times because the leader was traveling
- Yes ... but usually it is for a training trip or something important, not a vacation
- Relaxing from time to time is also important ...
- Ash ...
- I'm serious! Stress is bad for your health
- I know but...
- I have an idea! Come with us to Alola! It will be very fun, relaxing and you can "in the meantime" also see some water Pokemon in the area.
- I don't know...
- Come on Misty, when was the last time you had a few days off?
- When I visited you in Alola...
- That was a long time ago!
- I know, but the gym ...
- But nothing Misty, the Cerulean gym is one of the most difficult in Kanto thanks to you ... nothing will happen if you take a well-deserved vacation, and then continue winning all your battles
- You could be right ...
- Of course I am!
- Well, I'll see it with the League ... I'll let you know as soon as I know something, ok?
- Great!
- Still not sure Ash, save your energy for later
- I'm sorry I can't help it...
- Well, I must go to finish some things if I want to get everything in order before going to Alola. Goodbye Ash, see you soon
- Goodbye Misty
After his conversation with Misty, Ash went to bed to take his well-deserved nap.
A couple of hours later, Ash woke up more rested and in the mood for some training. When he went down to the lobby, he was not very surprised to realize that the others had not returned yet, the walk to the pond must be very funny.
Once on the training field, Ash released Lucario, Swellow, Staraptor, and Talonflame. They were quite surprised to see where they were and what Ash was trying to do, especially Lucario.
- I'm fine ... just a little sore ... but in a few days I'll be like new, there's nothing to worry about
The four Pokemon looked at each other in disbelief, Ash looked in a good mood but very beaten
- Who wants to train a little?
To Ash's surprise, everyone refused to train, so resigned Ash decided to wait for the others in the lobby.
A while later when the others returned to the Pokemon Center they found Ash sitting in one of the sofas watching a battle on TV, Lucario and the others were keeping him company
- Hi guys, how was it? Did you get to see Zygarde?
- Great! We saw a lot of wild Pokemon, Goh caught a few and then Squishy arrived - Bonnie responded excited
- Apparently, since they already solved the issue of strange roots, Zygarde decided to return to his small form - explained Clemont
- Oh, I see - Ash said
- It was great, the pond was really nice and there were a lot of Pokemon to catch - Goh said
- Yes, you would have loved it Ash - Bonnie said a little sad
- Don't worry about me Bonnie, I was able to take a wonderful nap - Ash tried to calm her down - and you had a good time? - Ash asked Pikachu and Greninja - thanks for making sure everyone was okay
For our heroes the rest of the afternoon passed very quickly, they entertained themselves by telling stories and watching battles on TV. Soon it was time for dinner, and before you knew it they were already in bed, tomorrow would be a long day of walking back to Lumiose
SUNDAY
Back to Lumiose
Before they knew it, it was already Sunday. Saturday had passed without great eventualities.
The way back to Lumiose had started early, but without haste. Ash was feeling much better already, but he was still sore and his ribs appreciated the slow pace they were taking. When it began to get dark, they prepared everything to spend the night there and continue the next morning. According to Goh's map, they were no to far from the city.
Now we meet our heroes finishing their breakfast, ready to resume their journey
- Lucario and Greninja quickly became friends, didn't they? - Goh commented, seeing how both Pokemon chatted and shared their breakfasts
- Yes, that seems ... I am very happy that it is so - Ash said - ... I wonder ...
- What? - asked Clemont
- I don't know ... maybe they get along so well because of the bond I share with both of them ...
- What do you mean Ash? - Goh asked confused
- Can you sync with Lucario too? - Clemont asked excited
- No, but ... we are connected through our Auras, that sometimes makes the fighting a little easier - Ash said, looking at his Pokemon - now that I think about it ... when I'm in sync with Greninja it feels very similar to when Lucario communicates something to me with his Aura ...
- You can feel Lucario's Aura? - asked Clemont
- And understand it? - added surprised Goh
- Ehm ... yes? ... but not only him ... I have also done it with other Pokemon ... Meloetta, other Riolu and Lucario ... and several more ...- Ash answered calmly, as if it was the most normal thing in the world
- That day with Lugia ... - Goh said thoughtfully
- Ah, yes ... the Aura of the Legendary Pokemon is very strong ... - Ash said, seeing the surprised faces of his friends added - What's wrong?
- Since when you can feel the Aura of Pokemon Ash? - asked Clemont, Goh was still too surprised to be able to speak
- Ehm ... I don't know ... maybe forever? But I knew about it when we visited Riota, didn't I Pikachu? - Ash answered, seeing that the surprise of his friends did not disappear, he added - I haven't told you that story, right?
- Does it seem like we know the story Ash?! - Goh replied, a little upset
- Calm down Goh, I'll tell you ... but let's pack everything first ... the story is a bit long and I can tell you as we walk. After putting away all their things, the group continued with the way back to Lumiose, this time everyone was very attentive listening to Ash's story about his trip to Riota and how he learned about the Aura Guardians
About 20 minutes later ...
- Did you meet Mew?! - Goh asked, as soon as Mew was named in the story
- Yes ... although it was not the first time I saw one, the truth is I don't know if it was the same one ... - Ash answered thoughtfully
- ... But ... I ... you ... and ... Ugh! - Goh tried to say, but he was so amazed that he couldn't form a coherent sentence
Ash ignored Goh and followed his story, only to be interrupted again a few minutes later.
- You ... did you give Mew your Aura? - asked Clemont
- Indirectly ... the tree was dying, and Mew was getting weaker and weaker ... to save one was to save the other and all the Pokemon that lived there ...
- But how did you manage to do something like that? - added Goh
- I don't know ... I just tried to do the same thing I saw Sir Aaron and Lucario do ... - Ash said - I just concentrated and tried to channel my energy into my hands ... and it turned out right... does it make sense? - Ash asked, this time looking at Lucario for approval
- To me... not much .. - Goh replied, who looked at Lucario to get his opinion - but apparently for Lucario it does - added seeing how the Pokemon nodded after thinking about it for a few seconds
- And what happened after that? Were you able to save the tree and the other Pokemon?
- Something like that ... - Ash replied sadly
Ash steeled himself and continued with the hardest part of his story.
- Oh, Ash! I'm sorry about Lucario - Bonnie said when Ash finished telling the story
- Yes ... that's why I don't usually tell this story, it pains me to remember Lucario - Ash said
- Pikapi ... - Pikachu added with sad
Everyone was silent for a few minutes, respecting the pain that Ash and Pikachu felt.
- And who is Meloetta? - Bonnie asked shyly a few minutes later
- Yes, you also mentioned another Riolu - Goh added
- Ah, sure ... I think I'll tell you about Riolu first ... He was a special Riolu, and he was being chased by Hunter J ... - Ash answered
- Hunter J? - interrupted Clemont
- Ah, of course ... I should start by telling you about her... - Ash said
Shortly after starting the story, explaining who Hunter J was and why she wanted Riolu, and telling them how they found him, Ash was interrupted again
- Did you see Riolu's memories? - Goh asked surprised
- Yes, he showed them to me with his Aura, so I could understand perfectly how he felt and we could help him to return to his home - Ash answered very calmed, as if it were something of every day
- But ... isn't that strange to you? - Goh asked
- It's not "that" strange. It is known that some trainers can have such a strong connection with their Pokemon ... that it allows the Pokemon to communicate with them in that way ... if the Pokemon is capable of manipulating its Aura or by telepathy, of course - Clemont replied
- But Ash has done it with wild Pokemon or that he just met! - Goh answered confused
- Well ... it's Ash... - Clemont answered, implying that that was the obvious answer to all his doubts
- Now that I think about it ... - said Ash, who had not heard the comments of his friends - Riolu was not the first to show me his memories ...
- What are you talking about? - asked Clemont
- A few years before that, when we were in Johto, we had to reunite with his mother a small Larvitar that had been stolen when it was an egg ... Larvitar was very afraid of humans, and thanks to the fact that he showed me his memories we were able to understand why
- But ... how? ... Larvitar doesn't manipulate the Aura - Goh said softly
- Just accept it, don't try to explain everything that happens around Ash ... - Clemont told him
By the time they reached Lumiose City, Ash had finished telling Riolu's story, as well as the adventure with Meloetta and Team Rocket. There were many interruptions with questions from Goh, Clemont, and Bonnie, many of which Ash was able to answer without issue, but there were also several unsolved questions that only left Goh more confused than before. But Goh decided to take Clemont's advice and not try to explain everything inexplicable that happens to Ash.
Luckily for our heroes, Meyer was waiting for them with the lunch ready, the walk and the large number of stories had left them very hungry.
- Hello guys, it's good that you arrived, lunch is almost ready - Meyer said when seeing them enter - go leave your things and wash your hands
- Great, thank you very much Meyer ... I'm starving - Ash said
- Ash, wait ... - Meyer said while the others went to get ready for lunch - Clemont told me what happened ... thank you so much for protecting Bonnie
- There is nothing to be thankful for ... Bonnie is my friend, I am very happy that she is fine
- Anyway, thank you ... and I'm sorry that you hurt yourself in the process.
- It's nothing ... in a few days I'll be as good as new - just at that moment Ash's stomach make a great roar - I think that's my signal to go wash my hands
- I think so ... come on, I'll finish lunch
While they had lunch...
- When do you plan to return to Kanto? - asked Meyer
- If possible tomorrow. I must train with my Pokémon before leaving for Alola - Ash replied
- This festival sounds very interesting ... - Meyer said
- If it is to promote the League as Ash says, it must be ... I bet you will have spectacular battles Ash - Clemont said
- I hope so, that's why I want to train ... I really want to see how mixing everything turns out - Ash said
- What are you talking about? - Well, each league was different ... different Pokemon, different strategies, different moves ... now I want to mix everything - Ash responded very excited - For example, teaching Charizard a Z move or the "counter-shield" to Infernape ... will be great!
- Counter shield? - Goh asked
- It is a move that we invented when we were in Sinnoh ... at that time many of my strategies were inspired by Dawn moves or in one of the contest we watch ...
- I want to see it! - Bonnie said
- Sorry Bonnie, but you'll have to wait to see it in the battles of the festival ... it'll be a surprise - Ash said - besides of all the Pokemon that I have with me now, only Pikachu knows how to use it
- Oh come on Ash ... please ... we won't be in Alola! - begged Bonnie
- Nope, it's a surprise ... and the battles will be broadcast on TV, so you can watch them without problem - Ash said
- I assume by its name that it is a defensive movement, is not it? - asked Clemont
- Initially it was, but we have also used it offensively - Ash replied
- Sounds interesting ... Apparently we can't miss your battles Ash - Meyer said
- Of course not! They will be excellent ... I already want to start training ... I wanted to train these days, but Pikachu and the others refuse to do it - Ash said disappointed
- Pika! Pi Pikachu Pika - Pikachu said, crossing his arms and a little angry. Lucario and Greninja followed suit and also crossed their arms staring at Ash. Staraptor, Talonflame, and Swalow just looked at Ash defiantly.
- Alrigth! I will not mention it again until we are at home, but we will have to train then, you like it ot not - Ash replied when he saw the attitude of his Pokemon
After lunch Ash and Goh booked their plane tickets to Kanto for the next morning
During the afternoon Clemont wanted to show Goh the gym and its Pokémon. Goh was amazed by Clembot and his ability to fight. He even asked to fight with him
When the battle between Clembot and Goh was only a few minutes, Ash's cell phone started ringing ... it was a call from Misty. Ash silenced the call and left the field to be able to answer without interrupting the battle
- Hello?
- Hi Ash! Are you back in Lumiose yet?
- Hi Misty. Yes, we arrived a few hours ago
- Great, and do you already have return tickets?
- Yes, tomorrow morning we go back to Kanto
- And do you plan to go straight to Pallet Town?
- We haven't talked about it yet ... but maybe we'll stop by Vermillon City first, Professor Cerise wanted to meet Greninja ... Why?
- Well ... you remember the other day you mentioned that I should take a vacation ... well, I have everything in order and I can go with you!
- Really? That's great! When can you join us?
- That's why I asked what you will do when you arrive ... My vacation starts tomorrow
- Ohhh ... in that case ... what do you think if we meet in Prof. Cerise's laboratory and then we all go to Pallet Town together
- It's a great idea, what time do you think you'll get there?
- I think around 2 p.m.
- Great, see you tomorrow then Ash
- Ok, but remember to bring your Pokemon, you'll have to help me train
- Of course, Gyarados will be happy to fight with your Pokemon
- haha I'm sure he will ... See you tomorrow!
When Ash returned to the battlefield, Heliollsk and Cinderace were still fighting. After only a few more minutes Heliolisk would be the winner
- Thanks for that battle Clembot - said Goh - I can't believe you created something so fabulous - he said this time addressing Clemont
- Thanks. For someone who is not dedicated to battles, you gave a great fight - Clemont told him
- Thank you, the truth is that I have learned a lot by watching Ash
- It was a great battle Goh - Ash said
- Really? And how are you so sure if you didn't see it? - Goh asked joyfully
- Ehm ... sorry!, Misty called - Ash answered, a little embarrassed - but I could see the final minutes ...
- Okay, it wasn't an important battle ... Is Misty okay?
- Yes, in fact she called to say that she managed to fix everything and take a few weeks of vacation ... we will meet her tomorrow at Prof. Cerise's laboratory, then we will go to Palet Town and she will accompany us to Alola
- Oh great - Goh replied, without much encouragement. He had nothing against Misty, he didn't even know her ... but he always felt a little out of place when meeting old friends of Ash.
That night after dinner, Ash and Goh got their things ready for the next day. The plane did not leave that early, but they didn't want to leave anything forgotten by leaving it until the last minute