Disclaimer-Pokemon is not mine. The characters are not mine.

Their first time together was equally special. They sat on the bed together, both equally shy and unsure of themselves. She made the first move by leaning over and giving him a quick kiss on the lips. He responded by turning her to him and kissing her passionately. She smiled as they parted and took down her hair, letting it cascade down her back. "You look so beautiful, Misty." No more words were needed between them...that had been the most incredible night of his life. Together, he and Misty soared new heights together in their love for each other, and he had never forgotten how much she meant to him. "Misty?" he asks, still watching her. "Yes, Ash?" "I just wanted you to know that you mean everything to me and that I love you." She swam up to him and embraced him. "That is so sweet, Ash. I love you too." Their romantic interlude was interrupted by the arrival of Professor Oak with Ash's mom in tow. "Hi kids. My grandson informed me that you wanted some information about the Elite League." Oak says. "We were on our way to town for supplies, and thought we'd stop by on the way." Deliah says. Misty grabbed Togetic and pulls him into the pool with her. Ash greeted his extended family. "The Elite League meets at the end of the month. It's open to all Pokemon masters to battle the Elite 4. I think despite the fact that you haven't battled in awhile, I think you definitely have a shot at becoming the Elite League champion, Ash." "It would be great to compete again! What do you think, Pikachu?" Ash asks. Pikachu strikes an aggressive pose. "Pikachu!" he shouts. He turned to Misty then. "What do you think, Misty? Are you up to another journey?" he asks. She thought about it for a moment, watching her Togetic thoughtful as he splashed in the water playfully. "Sounds like fun, Ash. Let's go for it!" she laughs. "Alright!!" Ash laughs, "That settles it then. We're going to the Elite League!"

The next couple days were a blur. While Tracey helped Ash train for the league, Misty packed all of their things and made all the preparations. the difficult part was choosing which Pokemon to take to the league. Misty, herself, decided to take Togetic, Starmie, Staryu, Psyduck and Polywhirl. Ash had decided to take Pikachu, Bayleef, Bulbasaur, Totodile, Cydaquil and Muk. Muk was thrilled to finally being going on a journey with Ash, and showered him with affection. Misty walked out to the backyard where Ash and Tracey were training. "Marrill, use your Water Gun attack!" Tracey says. Marrill shot a blast of water towards Cydaqul. He dodged the attack skillfully under Ash's command, and finished off Tracey's Marrill with an Earthquake attack. They both recalled their Pokemon, and congratulated their efforts. "Ash, I need to talk to you about something." Misty calls. He looks over at her and Togetic. "Uh oh, duty calls...thanks for helping me train today, Tracey." Ash says.

Tracey smiled. "No problem."

Ash finally walked up to Misty, where she put Togetic down to play with Pikachu.

All of Ash and Misty's Pokemon were very excited about going to the league. For years, Pikach had been content as Ash's loyal companion on the lecture circuit, but his passion was battle. He knew his fellow Pokemon felt the same way. they enjoyed hanging out, but enjoyed a good battle as well. Heracross, Goldeen and Horsea were never much for battle, but Muk and totodile were very eager. Due to Bayleef's jealously towards Pikachu, she spent most of her time at Bulbasaur's side. The two plant type had grown close over the years, and were now a couple.

The couple watched as their Pokemon played together.

"What was it you needed to talk to me about?" Ash asks her.

"well, I was thinking, it would be really weird to go on a long journey without Brock with us."

Ash was taken aback. "Brock? We haven't seen him in five years, Misty. I'm sure he's already made a life for himself in Pewter City. I doubt he'll want to travel with us again."

"Well, maybe. But it wouldn't hurt to stop by Pewter Gym on the way and find out." Misty says.

Ash peered dwon at the two Pokemon chasing each other.

"What do you think, Pikachu?" he asks.

both Pikachu and Togetic jump up and down excitedly.

It was decided.

Des[ite the fact that it would be weird to travel without Brock, Misty had twinges of anxiety. She had never told Ash what happened...

It had been early on in their travels before she had truly realized her feelings for Ash. At that point, all she knew wa that she enjoyed his company and sometimes felt like she had butterfree in her stomach.

It was anight that she and Ash had gotten seperated in the mountains during a violent snowstorm. Brock was afraid they would freeze, but she was more worried about Ash.

Sensing her anxiety, Brock had his Onix dig into the earth to find them a warm place to spend the night. What Onix found was an underground hot spring!!

They were overjoyed at the sight of such a find and settled in for the night.

As they relaxed, Misty noticed Brock watching her. She had never noticed him until then. she had to admit she felt a slight attraction to Brock, considering that they were both gym leaders and he was very sweet in his own way. Before she knew, Brock had made his move. He had kissed her, and she responded in turn. It was a very slow, sweet kiss and made her feel warm all over. She snapped back to reality when she felt him take her into his arms.

"Wait, stop!" she cried.

Brock was slightly taken aback. "What's wrong, Misty?"

"It's not you, Brock. It's just that...I have feelings for someone else..."

He nodded, understanding completely, but she didn't understand. It was then she put all the pieces together, and that's when everything changed...

She shook off her anxiety and took Ash's hand, knowing everyhting would be fine.

That night, as the couple rested in bed for their big day ahead, Misty awoke and sat up in bed. She looked down at Togetic snuggled beside her, it's delicate little wings fluttering from sleepy little dreams. Pikach was curled up at Ash's feet and both he and Ash were sleeping soundly. Misty brushed Ash's hair away from his face, which caused his to wake up as well.

"Did you say something, Misty?" he mumbles.

"No. I was just thinking about tomorrow."

He turned to face her, disturbing Pikachu in the process. Pikachu sleepily rolled over on his back, soliciting belly tickles, which he recieved. Ash put his arm around her and oulled her close. She rested her head against his chest

"I'm nervous too Misty, but you and I and our Pokemon, we're a great team. As long as we're together, we can achieve anything."