Krom decided to rest at the lake, watching a Houndoom emerge. The Pokemon's horns weren't curved back far, so Krom guessed it was a female. She carried an egg behind her, her brittle horns and gray fur belying her age. The Oozaru turned when he sensed her presence, and walked up to her. Granitwarf looked to Krom, shrugging before following the ape. He stayed back, watching her tilt her head down, displaying the egg she carried in her horns. The Infernape grabbed it, holding it carefully. "I'm too old to be a mom Oozie. I hope you can take care of him." she said, smiling at the egg. Granitwarf rose a brow, looking between the Pokemon, disturbed.
The ape nodded, bidding a final farewell to the Houndoom. He carried the egg carefully, sitting it down next to him, as he sat by the camper. Krom tilted his head, blinking. "What just happened?" he asked. Saria smiled, looking at the ape. "His mate is too old to care for their egg, so she gave it to him." she said. Krom chuckled. "Hey. More Pokemon is always good." he said, shrugging. The two laughed, calling Kyouhei in from the water. The boy giggled, hoping out of the water. The boy dried off, and then the three left the lake, egg in extreme care.
They hit Route five, which was swarmed with musicians. Krom smiled as they traveled by. All was well, until Castle Face grunted, and the ride became uneasy. Krom leapt out, seeing none other than Hyuu standing there, Serperior coiled around him.
Saria and Kyouhei emerged from the tent, the latter becoming quiet at the boy's appearance. Saria noticed this, calling over to her husband. "Krom, get rid of him. He's making Kyouhei uneasy." she said. Krom nodded, reaching for a Pokeball. Kyouhei called to him, walking in front. "Why are you here?!" he called, and Hyuu growled. "I'm here to get you back!" he called. Kyouhei growled. "Get me back!? Why, so you can scare me to sleep with your bible stories!? Or you can order me around!?" he called. Saria looked to his wrists, which had healing wounds. Saria wondered just how many of them were because of Hyuu.
Hyuu growled. Kyouhei sent out Z, the Charizard angered deeply at the appearance of Hyuu. "I want you to go away!" he yelled, and Hyuu called to his snake. "Serperior, Slam!" he called. Z leapt into the air, the snake leaping after. The dragon smirked, spinning and using Air Cutter. The blades of wind sliced into the snake, wounding him. Z flew forward, using Flamethrower as he flew down. The snake hit the ground coated in flame and Z grabbed it, hoisting it into the air.
Z used Seismic Toss, bolstering the attack with Flamethrower to wear the snake down. The dragon loosed the flaming snake, who hit the ground with a crunch. Hyuu growled, sending out a Walrein. Krom growled, remembering the Pokemon from the lake. He stepped in front of Kyouhei, returning Z. He called upon Granitwarf, telling him to use Hammer Arm. The dwarf streamed forward, striking and defeating the Pokemon. Krom grabbed Hyuu by the throat, growling at him. "All you do is torment Kyouhei, and hunt me. Tell me why I shouldn't kill you." he said, growling.
Hyuu gasped, kicking and scratching, but it was futile. Krom grit his teeth, finding himself unable to kill the trainer. He found no honor in killing someone who writhed under his grasp. He wasn't fighting, and he nearly pleaded with his eyes. Krom growled, slamming Hyuu to the ground, knocking him out. He climbed into the camper, and Castle Face continued on to Driftveil City.
The leaders congregated, Simba still in Homika's place. Homika was on her way, and Krom held her place. Vinci was nervous, under the glares of the entire League. Simba had smiled, watching the footage of the battle in the desert. "Impressive. Didn't think Kyouhei had it in him. I'd roast my Jigglypuff first though." he said, finger on his chin. This time, he brought Scar, the baby drowsy sitting on the table. Homika arrived and Simba smiled, not moving. "You should leave now. I'm back." she said. Simba laughed. "I have business to resolve. And besides, I'm Vinci's bodyguard." he said, smirking.
After the footage played so all the leaders could see everything, most of them came to an agreement. "Kyouhei is out of control. He could have easily gotten killed out there." Morty said. Roark smirked. "Maybe it's a good thing. If we can turn him against Krom, we might be able to defeat him without lifting a finger." he said. Leaders hummed in agreement. Simba chuckled. "You'd like that wouldn't you?" he asked. They all turned to him. "Time to resolve my business." he said, stepping forward. He sat in Misty's seat, smiling at Cress.
"Kyouhei's mother died last night after overdosing on cocaine. As such, he is still a minor, and needs a guardian, so I took the liberty of finding him one." he said. He placed a folder down on the table, Alder picking it up. "I see. Not bad. You always thought ahead Simba-sama." he said, placing the folder down. Simba chuckled.
"From this day forth, Kyouhei is now Kyouhei Lionheart. Any attempts to use him for evil, harm him or kill him are taken as an assault on the Lionheart pride and their friends. So, I apologize to Roark for ruining his poorly though out plans." he said, laughing. Homika chuckled, and Cress shot to his feet.
"This is a disgrace! Halfling leaders!? They shouldn't be allowed to walk our streets, much less run our gyms! While this abomination runs around foiling our plans, he should be in a forest in a loincloth!" he screamed. Simba chuckled darkly, Scar having fallen asleep. "If I was in that kind of mood, I'd raid Castelia, and as a Luxray, populate the city with my children. Be happy Vinci is a kind soul, because I'd feast on every cross bearer that walks into my gym." he said, and Cress growled.
"He walks into our meetings, and she is free because of a pathetic excuse of a village isn't on a map! Of course it isn't! Why would Arceus allow us to know about such a horrible excuse of a dwelling!" he screamed, brandishing his cross. Homika stood to her feet, frowning. "Arceus my Arce-ass. You're just upset because your boyfriend can fuck you in the ass anymore. Or do you like it in the fucking face you filthy fag?" she said, smirking. Simba mock gasped. "Such vulgarity!" he yelled, smile on his face.
Cress opened his mouth but Homika spoke quicker. "Oh, you like it in the face? Makes me wonder how you're hear, when you like to choke on dick all the time." she said. Simba laughed, as did Alder and the old woman, and even Damien cackled off in the corner. Cress exploded. "Shut your filthy mouth! You know nothing of love! Or of Misty! Who would love you? You're impure, and your brother died trying to protect you, and his sacrifice was in vain. Because of you an innocent soul no longer walks. This. EARTH!" he screamed, slapping the Virbank leader. All the others paled in shock, Alder, Kurai and Simba angered.
Homika spun, driving her hand through his skull. Her hand came out the other end, coated in blood and brains. His eyes rolled to the ground, and his nose bounced off the head of the sleeping Halfling. He awoke, grabbing the nose and placing it in his fur, falling back to sleep. Simba chuckled. Bone clattered to the ground, Damien coming over to chew on the bone. She withdrew her hand, the body dropping to the ground. Chili jumped to his feet, charging the Virbank leader.
A flash of purple flew past, pinning Chili to the ground. A Liepard hissed at him, claws in his shoulders. Chili looked up at the Liepard. Simba laughed, "Thank you. Everyone, meet Spots. Krom Hitoawa's Liepard." he said, smirking at them. He stood rising to his feet, carrying his son. "So sad. I wanted him to choke on a dick." he spat bitterly, placing the baby by the body. Scar drooped, falling into the remains of the leader's skull. Simba chuckled. He pet Spots, whose claws dug deeper. He chuckled, calling the leopard off. Chili stood, unable to use his arms, blood seeping through his shirt.
"Now. Let's get on with it. Clay, got some info. Krom's on the Driftveil Drawbridge. Looks like you've got a challenge." he said, smiling. The older leader chuckled. "Long as the young'un' doesn't use that there Pawniard, I reckon I'll be okay." he said. Simba chuckled. All of the leaders had become spooked by Kooky. All except Cress of course. But he doesn't count. He's dead.
Chili grunted, and Spots purred, licking the blood from his paws. Simba pet the feline, passing Scar to him. He grabbed the boy by his furry neck, carrying him out of the room. "Hey, Chili. Need a hand?" he quipped. Alder laughed, and Simba chuckled. Cilan frowned. "Hey, Cilan. Don't be as blue as Cress was. Look at the bright side. At least there's no contest to which of you three are the queerest." he said, laughing. The leaders frowned at his dark humor. He looked to them, smirk plastered on his face.
Krom and co. entered Driftveil City by nightfall. Hearing Clay was out of town on League business, Krom grunted. He wanted his next badge, as he hasn't really been in a gym in over a month. He decided to lounge the ending of the day away. Kyouhei smiled, enjoying their company. The Pokemon enjoyed the cool night air, Twiggy's tree blowing in the breeze. Foxy rested on the back of the tortoise, and the other Pokemon rested, all weary from battle.
Krom stared at the egg, wondering what was in it. It was red, but had gray marking similar to ones he saw in Pinwheel Village. Kyouhei laughed, clicking a button on his X-Transceiver to hang up. Krom tilted his head. "Who called you?" he asked. Kyouhei chuckled. "My dad." he said. Krom tilted his head. "Your dad?" he asked. He was confused, as he knew the boy's father was dead. He hummed. "Mhmm. My dad called me." he said, showing the device's photo identification. The photo was of Simba, who stood with his arm on Kyouhei's shoulder.
"He called. He said he's my daddy now that mommy's gone. He said Mika killed toothpaste, and Spots hurts Chili." he said. Krom tilted his head. Mika had to be Homika, but toothpaste? Toothpaste. Colgate? No. Crest… Cress. Homika killed Cress, and Krom's leopard injured the fire leader of Striaton. Krom smiled, laughing. "Kyouhei Lionheart. Has a nice ring to it." he said, congratulating the boy. They laughed, and the egg started to glow.
The Infernape burst forth, knocking a barrel from the hand of Granitwarf, who gapes. "You old coot! What the fuck!?" he yelled, grumbling. The egg slowly morphed into a humanoid shape. The Chimchar was slightly gruffer looking, his fur a darker color. His arms were a little thicker, his forearms rounded. However, on his head was a Houndour skull pendant. The Pokemon called out, the elderly Infernape smiled. The little chimp smiled, climbing onto his father's back. Krom smiled. "I think I'll call you Rafiki." He said, smiling at the chimp. The little Pokemon called out, smiling.
Simba sat back in Pinwheel Village, chatting with Mayor Bishop and his wife, Lucita the Lucario. He told them about his run ins with the leaders, and how impressive Krom has become. He also mentioned how the 'baddest bitch', as Bishop so eloquently called Homika, struck again, and he filmed it. Sable smiled, chuckling at his comments to the league. "I'm so proud you. I'm surprised you're doing so well, especially with four kids." she said. Simba chuckled. "Actually, it's five." he said. Sable frowned. "You have another kid?" she asked, upset. He chuckled. "Of course. I adopted Kyouhei." he said. Sable blinked, and then chuckled. "Oh, that's good. It's just Kyouhei." she said. Simba blanched in mock hurt.
"Just Kyouhei? I resent your implications and shit." he said. She laughed, listening to the Mayor cackle as Homika killed Cress, for the fifth time. Simba rolled his eyes. "Remind me how he became leader again?" he asked. Sable chuckled. "He was a warrior years ago, remember old man?" she asked. Simba grunted.
Krom and Saria slept, the Pokemon all slumbering. But Kyouhei was awake. He was unable to sleep, too happy that Simba adopted him. He stared at the photo of Simba with his arm around the boy's shoulder, smiling happy. Hyuu was gone, and he had people that cared for him.