The Sun was shining and the birds were chirping as our friends were
walking through the forest. Marissa had confiscated the map, hoping to do
a better job of leading the group. She at least knew how to ask for
directions. "So where should we go next?" she asked pulling out the map.
"I think we should start making out way back to Pallet," said Ash "it's
been a while since we have been there." "You come from Pallet town!?" Ask
Marissa, "I have always wanted to go there!" "What!" The three asked in
unison. "Well ya see, that's where I was born." "I always wanted to see
where I came from."
So with that the 4 kids decided to head towards Pallet town. Looking at the map Marissa started plotting a route. "Ummm…. guys, where IS Pallet I can't find it on the map." Ash came over and pointed to a spot on the map. "They don't even have a dot there!" Marissa exclaimed. "Pallet is so tiny they never felt a need to put it on the map" Misty explained.
Brock and Misty decided to set up camp for the night. Ash went to gather firewood. As soon as Marissa set out all the things she needed she started to plan a route to get to Pallet. "Ash never plans how to get to the next town." Misty said "well," responded Marissa "maybe that's why he is always getting you lost." "How did you know he is always getting us lost?" Marissa looked at her for a moment. "I think I may have overheard some one talking about it." She replied. Misty was skeptical, but decided not to pursue the matter any further.
"You know guys, it will take us a couple of weeks to get to pallet town." "We know" Misty replied. "Hey Marissa, want to play cards with us?" Misty asked "uh, no thanks" Marissa said turning back to the maps. "Come on" Ash chimed in, "it will be fun." "Yeah but I don't want you to get upset over losing" Marissa smirked. "What makes you so sure you would win?" "Just call it a hunch."
The next day they got up bright and early to go to town. They needed more supplies. "I think.." Marissa started. "That's scary" Ash interrupted playfully. Marissa turned to misty "May I borrow your mallet?" "Sure" "Ash took the hint and left them alone." "As I was saying," she turned to Brock and Misty "I think we should get extra supplies while we are here, just incase we take longer than we expect." The others agree it was a good idea. While they were shopping Marissa and Brock talked about their families and pokemon. "What kinds of pokemon do you have anyway?" Brock asked "well, I have Sweetie here" she said hugging her flareon, "and I have a Gloom, a Haunter, Ledian, Meowth, and Seadra." She replied. "I also have others back home. I have many fire pokemon." she added, "I love them."
"I prefer rock types myself, Brock stated, but I do have a couple other types, fire and flying. Misty like waters best, and Ash, well, he likes all types." "Including bugs." Marissa smiled. "Yeah, how did you know?" "Misty told me"
Later Ash, Misty, Brock, and Marissa all got to gether for lunch. Ash and Misty were arguing, again. Brock and Marissa were talking about why Brock wanted to be a pokemon breeder. "Well looky here" A snide voice remarked, "If it isn't Ash the loser!" Gary sauntered over. "Well what have we here?" Gary asked picking up Marissa's hand to kiss it. Misty looked at Brock real quick, he was none to happy. "What do ya say we blow this pop stand and leave these losers behind?" Gary asked in his most charming voice. "That's very sweet," replied Marissa, with that sly look of hers "but I never date parts of the human anatomy." Every one started giggling except Gary.
Before Marissa could even blink she felt a sharp pain through her cheek. In the next instant Brock was on Gary beating the living shit out of him. It took all three kids to pull Brock off Gary. Brock pointed a finger at Gary, still trembling with rage, "If you ever, EVER, touch her again, I swear to God I will kill you!" Brock threatened. He then turned to Marissa, "Are you ok?" he asked the shocked girl. She managed to nod despite the shock. The 4 then paid for their food and left.
The four kids walked in silence to the hotel. Ash and Misty had never seen Brock hit somebody before. Marissa played the whole scene over and over in her head. Brock had beat up Gary for hitting her. Was it because she was a girl? Or was Misty right? Did he like her? Brock was also playing it over in his head. Why had he done it, why had he let his anger get out of control? After all Marissa could take care of herself, right? He had started to get mad when Gary first hit on her. Why did that make him so angry?
Brock glanced over at Marissa. The light from the setting sun cast a golden glow on her face. A few strands of hair had come out of her braid, creating an ebony frame around her face like some beautiful painting. My God, Brock thought, she is gorgeous. He looked away before she could catch him looking at her.
"That was odd" misty said as they sat on her bed in their room. "Yeah" Marissa replied as she brushed Sweetie, "I have never seen Brock do that! I thought he was going to kill Gary!" Misty continued, "He might have if we hadn't pulled him off." "Gary shouldn't be alive anyway" Marissa mused "after all, how does a dick get blood if it isn't attached to a body?" Both girls giggled. "Ya see what I mean though?" misty pointed out, "I told you he has a crush on you."
"Pii pika pii?" The yellow mouse inquired as it watched Brock pace around the room. "Brock sit down" Ash demanded, "Its not that big a deal!" "I can't believe I left my anger get out of control like that," exclaimed the older boy as he sat down. "Now, who knows what Marissa thinks? She may think I am a possessive violent jerk" "calm down Brock," ash pleaded, "she might be flattered that you would defend her." "I don't even know why I did it" Brock said "she is just such a nice girl, I can't stand the thought of people hurting her, she seems to be in so much pain already, I think I might actually like her" Brock said. "Big deal, I like her to." Ash replied densely. Brock sweat dropped, "no, I mean I think I REALLY, like her" Ash just stared at Brock with that dense look we all love. "I mean the way you like Misty" Brock explained "oh" ash said as it suddenly dawned on him, in the next second he turned red "Hey, I don't like misty" he protested.
"Just ask him!" Misty urged as they made their way through the forest. "I can't ask him! What would I say?" "Just ask him, it will come to you." Misty insisted. "I know, you tell Ash you like him, then I'll ask Brock why he did it" Marissa bargained. "Get your ass up there and ask him!" Misty insisted giving her a push. "Ok ok ok"
Marissa caught up with Brock and Ash. "Uh, hi Brock." She cringe internally, 'great opening line Marissa! She thought to herself. "Hi Marissa" Brock replied then flashed Ash a look that indicated it was time to get lost. "Uhhhh, hey was that a pokemon?" Ash asked wandering off towards the woods. "I don't see a pokemon." Misty said. "I didn't really see one." Ash whispered. "Oh, I see" misty replied looking at Brock and Marissa. "Uhh, Brock," Marissa began, "I uhh, I wanted to say thanks." "For what?" "For kicking Gary's candy ass." "Your welcome." "Why did you do it?" she asked. "Uhh, well, I never really like Gary in the first place," came the reply "You gave me the perfect excuse" Geezzz Brock, why didn't you just tell her!? He asked himself. He stole a quick glance at her, 'Come on Brock' he thought Just say it; just tell her how you feel! "Well" she said, "Glad to help" she forced a smile. "I think I'll go see what's keeping Ash and Misty, make sure those two don't get into any trouble" she gave him an unseen wink and a little smile. "Yeah," he smiled "Don't wanna leave those to alone for to long."
"Soooooooo?" Ash asked catching up with Brock. "I couldn't tell her." Brock replied with a frown. "Brock, she isn't going to know if you don't tell her!" Ash said. "Neither will Misty if you don't tell her" Brock smirked. "For the thousandth time, I don't like misty!" ash replied in exasperation. "Why do you think that?" "I can tell." Brock answered. "Why do you two keep denying it when every one knows?" asked Brock. "I don't know" ash sighed. "So you admit it then!" "I didn't say that!"
"So what happened?" Misty asked once Ash was out of earshot. "He gave me this lame excuse." Marissa replied. "He said he always wanted to beat up Gary and that I gave him the perfect excuse." "Oh, I'm sure everyone will buy that!" misty rolled her eyes. "Why can't a guy just admit when he likes a girl?" "I don't know" Marissa replied, "We just might have to be the ones to spill first." "I mean we give them all these hints and they still remain clueless! I'm tempted to just tackle him and lay a lip lock on him! Hmmmm, ya think THAT would get the point across?!?" Marissa asked as she pushed her sunglasses back up on her nose "Who knows! Boys are so dense at times!" Misty complained.
Misty wrapped her arms around her noticing a chill. "Is it just me or is it awful cool?" "Hmmm, it is kinda cool for this time of the year." Marissa agreed. The group stopped to rest and Ash noticed Misty had her arms wrapped around her. "What wrong mist?" he asked "Nothing, its just a little chilly" she replied. Ash slipped his vest off and handed it to misty "here put this on, it might help" Misty blushed slightly, "thanks Ash." "Don't mention it." He also was blushing a bit. "When we get to town I think I'll get some sweaters. I don't understand it's suppose to be summer!" Misty complained. "Its probably just a cold front." "I hope so." Marissa replied over hearing, all of a sudden she had an uneasy feeling, and that usually meant trouble.
"Togi togi togi?" Asked the little egg. "I'm ok togapie, its just a little cold." she placed her baby egg in her pack back, "Stay in here, it will keep you warm." She said reassuringly. "Hey Misty, are you sure you're ok?" Marissa asked. "I'm fine, don't worry." Misty replied the weather will probably be back to normal tomorrow.
It wasn't, the next day was as cold as the day before. The boys were wearing jeans and vests and Marissa her jeans and denim jacket so they didn't feel the cold as bad. Misty felt it though; she was in those barely there shorts and tank top she always wears. Again Ash let offered to let her wear his vest. Marissa nudged Brock with her elbow and nodded towards the two young lovebirds. Brock smiled "I know" "They look so cute together!" Marissa exclaimed.
Around noon thunder flashed across the sky and rain started pouring down. Marissa Shrieked and Grabbed Brocks arm. "You Ok?" he asked. "Uhh yeah, I'm ok" she calmly replied regaining her composure. Another crack of thunder sounded from the heavens, Marissa again responded by grabbing Brock. This time Brock noticed her trembling. "Its Ok" Brock said softy. He slipped his arm around her shoulders, "its just a little thunder." "I hate thunder!" she cried. "Lets get out of here!"
"Pika pii" yelled pikachu. "Flareeeon." Sweetie added. Ash walked over to the two pokemon. "They found a cave we can stay in for shelter," Ash yelled to the others. In the back of the cave Brock found some firewood left behind by a previous camper. "We can start a fire with this" he replied setting the wood in the center of the cave. Marissa stopped crying long enough to turn to flareon, "sweetie, you know what to do." She smiled at her pokemon. Brock sat beside her so he could comfort her through the storm. Ash sat beside Misty and made a bold move, by taking her hand in his.
So with that the 4 kids decided to head towards Pallet town. Looking at the map Marissa started plotting a route. "Ummm…. guys, where IS Pallet I can't find it on the map." Ash came over and pointed to a spot on the map. "They don't even have a dot there!" Marissa exclaimed. "Pallet is so tiny they never felt a need to put it on the map" Misty explained.
Brock and Misty decided to set up camp for the night. Ash went to gather firewood. As soon as Marissa set out all the things she needed she started to plan a route to get to Pallet. "Ash never plans how to get to the next town." Misty said "well," responded Marissa "maybe that's why he is always getting you lost." "How did you know he is always getting us lost?" Marissa looked at her for a moment. "I think I may have overheard some one talking about it." She replied. Misty was skeptical, but decided not to pursue the matter any further.
"You know guys, it will take us a couple of weeks to get to pallet town." "We know" Misty replied. "Hey Marissa, want to play cards with us?" Misty asked "uh, no thanks" Marissa said turning back to the maps. "Come on" Ash chimed in, "it will be fun." "Yeah but I don't want you to get upset over losing" Marissa smirked. "What makes you so sure you would win?" "Just call it a hunch."
The next day they got up bright and early to go to town. They needed more supplies. "I think.." Marissa started. "That's scary" Ash interrupted playfully. Marissa turned to misty "May I borrow your mallet?" "Sure" "Ash took the hint and left them alone." "As I was saying," she turned to Brock and Misty "I think we should get extra supplies while we are here, just incase we take longer than we expect." The others agree it was a good idea. While they were shopping Marissa and Brock talked about their families and pokemon. "What kinds of pokemon do you have anyway?" Brock asked "well, I have Sweetie here" she said hugging her flareon, "and I have a Gloom, a Haunter, Ledian, Meowth, and Seadra." She replied. "I also have others back home. I have many fire pokemon." she added, "I love them."
"I prefer rock types myself, Brock stated, but I do have a couple other types, fire and flying. Misty like waters best, and Ash, well, he likes all types." "Including bugs." Marissa smiled. "Yeah, how did you know?" "Misty told me"
Later Ash, Misty, Brock, and Marissa all got to gether for lunch. Ash and Misty were arguing, again. Brock and Marissa were talking about why Brock wanted to be a pokemon breeder. "Well looky here" A snide voice remarked, "If it isn't Ash the loser!" Gary sauntered over. "Well what have we here?" Gary asked picking up Marissa's hand to kiss it. Misty looked at Brock real quick, he was none to happy. "What do ya say we blow this pop stand and leave these losers behind?" Gary asked in his most charming voice. "That's very sweet," replied Marissa, with that sly look of hers "but I never date parts of the human anatomy." Every one started giggling except Gary.
Before Marissa could even blink she felt a sharp pain through her cheek. In the next instant Brock was on Gary beating the living shit out of him. It took all three kids to pull Brock off Gary. Brock pointed a finger at Gary, still trembling with rage, "If you ever, EVER, touch her again, I swear to God I will kill you!" Brock threatened. He then turned to Marissa, "Are you ok?" he asked the shocked girl. She managed to nod despite the shock. The 4 then paid for their food and left.
The four kids walked in silence to the hotel. Ash and Misty had never seen Brock hit somebody before. Marissa played the whole scene over and over in her head. Brock had beat up Gary for hitting her. Was it because she was a girl? Or was Misty right? Did he like her? Brock was also playing it over in his head. Why had he done it, why had he let his anger get out of control? After all Marissa could take care of herself, right? He had started to get mad when Gary first hit on her. Why did that make him so angry?
Brock glanced over at Marissa. The light from the setting sun cast a golden glow on her face. A few strands of hair had come out of her braid, creating an ebony frame around her face like some beautiful painting. My God, Brock thought, she is gorgeous. He looked away before she could catch him looking at her.
"That was odd" misty said as they sat on her bed in their room. "Yeah" Marissa replied as she brushed Sweetie, "I have never seen Brock do that! I thought he was going to kill Gary!" Misty continued, "He might have if we hadn't pulled him off." "Gary shouldn't be alive anyway" Marissa mused "after all, how does a dick get blood if it isn't attached to a body?" Both girls giggled. "Ya see what I mean though?" misty pointed out, "I told you he has a crush on you."
"Pii pika pii?" The yellow mouse inquired as it watched Brock pace around the room. "Brock sit down" Ash demanded, "Its not that big a deal!" "I can't believe I left my anger get out of control like that," exclaimed the older boy as he sat down. "Now, who knows what Marissa thinks? She may think I am a possessive violent jerk" "calm down Brock," ash pleaded, "she might be flattered that you would defend her." "I don't even know why I did it" Brock said "she is just such a nice girl, I can't stand the thought of people hurting her, she seems to be in so much pain already, I think I might actually like her" Brock said. "Big deal, I like her to." Ash replied densely. Brock sweat dropped, "no, I mean I think I REALLY, like her" Ash just stared at Brock with that dense look we all love. "I mean the way you like Misty" Brock explained "oh" ash said as it suddenly dawned on him, in the next second he turned red "Hey, I don't like misty" he protested.
"Just ask him!" Misty urged as they made their way through the forest. "I can't ask him! What would I say?" "Just ask him, it will come to you." Misty insisted. "I know, you tell Ash you like him, then I'll ask Brock why he did it" Marissa bargained. "Get your ass up there and ask him!" Misty insisted giving her a push. "Ok ok ok"
Marissa caught up with Brock and Ash. "Uh, hi Brock." She cringe internally, 'great opening line Marissa! She thought to herself. "Hi Marissa" Brock replied then flashed Ash a look that indicated it was time to get lost. "Uhhhh, hey was that a pokemon?" Ash asked wandering off towards the woods. "I don't see a pokemon." Misty said. "I didn't really see one." Ash whispered. "Oh, I see" misty replied looking at Brock and Marissa. "Uhh, Brock," Marissa began, "I uhh, I wanted to say thanks." "For what?" "For kicking Gary's candy ass." "Your welcome." "Why did you do it?" she asked. "Uhh, well, I never really like Gary in the first place," came the reply "You gave me the perfect excuse" Geezzz Brock, why didn't you just tell her!? He asked himself. He stole a quick glance at her, 'Come on Brock' he thought Just say it; just tell her how you feel! "Well" she said, "Glad to help" she forced a smile. "I think I'll go see what's keeping Ash and Misty, make sure those two don't get into any trouble" she gave him an unseen wink and a little smile. "Yeah," he smiled "Don't wanna leave those to alone for to long."
"Soooooooo?" Ash asked catching up with Brock. "I couldn't tell her." Brock replied with a frown. "Brock, she isn't going to know if you don't tell her!" Ash said. "Neither will Misty if you don't tell her" Brock smirked. "For the thousandth time, I don't like misty!" ash replied in exasperation. "Why do you think that?" "I can tell." Brock answered. "Why do you two keep denying it when every one knows?" asked Brock. "I don't know" ash sighed. "So you admit it then!" "I didn't say that!"
"So what happened?" Misty asked once Ash was out of earshot. "He gave me this lame excuse." Marissa replied. "He said he always wanted to beat up Gary and that I gave him the perfect excuse." "Oh, I'm sure everyone will buy that!" misty rolled her eyes. "Why can't a guy just admit when he likes a girl?" "I don't know" Marissa replied, "We just might have to be the ones to spill first." "I mean we give them all these hints and they still remain clueless! I'm tempted to just tackle him and lay a lip lock on him! Hmmmm, ya think THAT would get the point across?!?" Marissa asked as she pushed her sunglasses back up on her nose "Who knows! Boys are so dense at times!" Misty complained.
Misty wrapped her arms around her noticing a chill. "Is it just me or is it awful cool?" "Hmmm, it is kinda cool for this time of the year." Marissa agreed. The group stopped to rest and Ash noticed Misty had her arms wrapped around her. "What wrong mist?" he asked "Nothing, its just a little chilly" she replied. Ash slipped his vest off and handed it to misty "here put this on, it might help" Misty blushed slightly, "thanks Ash." "Don't mention it." He also was blushing a bit. "When we get to town I think I'll get some sweaters. I don't understand it's suppose to be summer!" Misty complained. "Its probably just a cold front." "I hope so." Marissa replied over hearing, all of a sudden she had an uneasy feeling, and that usually meant trouble.
"Togi togi togi?" Asked the little egg. "I'm ok togapie, its just a little cold." she placed her baby egg in her pack back, "Stay in here, it will keep you warm." She said reassuringly. "Hey Misty, are you sure you're ok?" Marissa asked. "I'm fine, don't worry." Misty replied the weather will probably be back to normal tomorrow.
It wasn't, the next day was as cold as the day before. The boys were wearing jeans and vests and Marissa her jeans and denim jacket so they didn't feel the cold as bad. Misty felt it though; she was in those barely there shorts and tank top she always wears. Again Ash let offered to let her wear his vest. Marissa nudged Brock with her elbow and nodded towards the two young lovebirds. Brock smiled "I know" "They look so cute together!" Marissa exclaimed.
Around noon thunder flashed across the sky and rain started pouring down. Marissa Shrieked and Grabbed Brocks arm. "You Ok?" he asked. "Uhh yeah, I'm ok" she calmly replied regaining her composure. Another crack of thunder sounded from the heavens, Marissa again responded by grabbing Brock. This time Brock noticed her trembling. "Its Ok" Brock said softy. He slipped his arm around her shoulders, "its just a little thunder." "I hate thunder!" she cried. "Lets get out of here!"
"Pika pii" yelled pikachu. "Flareeeon." Sweetie added. Ash walked over to the two pokemon. "They found a cave we can stay in for shelter," Ash yelled to the others. In the back of the cave Brock found some firewood left behind by a previous camper. "We can start a fire with this" he replied setting the wood in the center of the cave. Marissa stopped crying long enough to turn to flareon, "sweetie, you know what to do." She smiled at her pokemon. Brock sat beside her so he could comfort her through the storm. Ash sat beside Misty and made a bold move, by taking her hand in his.