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US Journey part 15: The human Pikachu
By Xen
Authors notes: Ok a few things to explain. I would of put this at the end, but it would be best to put it here first. First off a little explaining about Pikachu. I'm going to do something a bit different with Pikachu here. Pikachu will not start off talking like the way other author do (you know who you are). Pikachu is going to gradually learn to speak better, so when you see grammar mistakes in her lines it's ok. Also Isaac in one scene is going to be a bit out of character, but then again he is my character and no one really knows much about him, so if he might appear out of character. Anything else will explained in the story. Enjoy.
"Can you explain what happened to Pikachu?" Ash asked Joy. The now human Pikachu was being examined by Cassandra and some other nurses in another room.
"Your Pikachu drank a experimental potion. It was designed to give adjusts a pokemons vocal chords so they could speak the human language."
"So how did Pikachu turn human."
"It was so post to be used in small dose. Pikachu drank an entire beaker full."
"The only thing I don't understand, is why is Pikachu a girl?" James asked. Everyone sweatdropped.
"Pikachu is girl."
"I thought Pikachu was a guy?"
"You been chasing after Pikachu for that long and you didn't know she was female?"
"What do think I'm going to do? Cop a field?"
"Good point."
"But can you do anything for her?" Ash asked.
"No. Like we said the potion is experimental and we never thought we needed an antidote to it."
"So she's stuck like that." Ash said.
"So what do we do?" Isaac asked.
"Nothing for now. Actually Ash, we're going to need your help."
"What do I need to do?"
"Pikachu knows you the best. I think it would be best if you're there when she awakens. Its going to be quite a shock for as well as you."
"Ok, I will."
"Come lets go check on her now. The rest of you can stay here." Ash and Joy left to medical wing.
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Ash and Joy entered the room where Pikachu was contained. Pikachu was lying in a bed with Cassandra hovering over her. Pikachu was currently sleeping. Ash looked at Pikachu for the first time since her body changed. Ash really didn't get a good look at her before since he was in shock when she transformed. For a human she looked quite nice. She looked about as tall as Ash. She also looked about Ash's age. However, what Ash thought was strange was her hair. Her long almost waist height hair was mainly blond, but in some area like above her ears it was brown.
"So how is Pikachu doing?" Ash asked Cassandra.
"She is doing quite well, but she hasn't woken up yet."
"So Pikachu is a human now."
"Not quite. At best she is half human."
"Huh? I thought she became human."
"Well she looks human, but her body is stuck between a humans and a Pikachu's. Her blood samples show it. She also shows some signs that she still carries an electric charge."
"Did she wake up yet."
"No, we waited for you."
"Should I wake her?"
"Ok. But be gentle. She is mostly likely going to be confused." Ash gently shook Pikachu.
"Pikachu. Pikachu. Hey buddy get up." Pikachu slowly opened her eyes.
"Pika?" Pikachu got up and massaged her head with her hand. Pikachu then looked at her hand and went to into shock. Pikachu started panicking as she ran around the room. "Pi pikachu pi pika pika pi pikachu." Pikachu said as she ran around.
"Pikachu. Pikachu! Calm down." Ash grabbed Pikachu stopping her.
"Pika!" A short jolt shocked Ash and he let go. Pikachu ran into a corner and went into a huddled position.
"Pikachu? Are you okay? Its me Ash."
"Pi pikachu?" Pikachu sniffed the air around Ash. "Pi?" She went a little closer and sniffed again. Pikachu face went delight "Pi pikachu!" Pikachu hugged Ash.
"I thought you said that the potion would allow her to speak like a human. So how come she still talks like a Pikachu."
"We said it modify her vocal chords. She would still need to learn how to speak."
"So, she could talk now?" Ash still held Pikachu in his arms.
"In theory yes. If it worked. Let's try something simple. Ok Pikachu try to say Ash."
"Pi pikachu."
"No like a human." Ash sat Pikachu down on the bed.
"Come on Pikachu. I know you can do it."
"Piiiiiiiiiiihhhh."
"Come on."
"Aaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh."
"I know you can try."
"Aaaaaassshhh. Ash. Ash! Ash!"
"You did it." Cassandra pointed to Joy. "Ok, now try and say Joy."
"Oy."
"Try to say it slowly. Just let it flow. Allow your voice to adjust. Just let it come out."
"Joy."
"Good."
"I talk now."
"`Well you need work, but you can talk." Ash hugged Pikachu.
"I human now." Pikachu said.
"Yes." Ash said. Ash really couldn't hide the confusion in his voice.
"How?"
"You drank an elixir you shouldn't have. It turned you human."
"I did bad?"
"No. It wasn't your fault. You didn't know."
"Ash mad at me?"
"No I'm not mad. Its just I'm so confused now."
"Ash if I think we should start her testing now."
"What they do?"
"Were going to do some tests."
"Tests?"
"I have to see where your pokemon half beings and your human half ends."
"You turn me back to Pikachu?"
"Will try. Come with me." Cassandra lead Pikachu out of the room.
"Let's go back to the others." Joy suggested.
"Ok." Ash and Joy left the room.
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Ash came back into the room to hear arguing. "I say Phyllis!" Misty yelled.
"No, Marla sounds better." Jessie said.
"Marla is the name of a servant. Gloria is much better suited." Isaac responded.
"I like the name I picked." James said.
"No that sucks. She's not going to choose that."
"What are you guys doing?" Ash asked.
"We were thinking of a name for Pikachu. We figured since she human now she needs a human name." Isaac explained.
"I didn't of that. I thought that Cassandra would be able to revert her back."
"Ash this might take a while. Cassandra can't create something over night. We have to composite for it. There could be chance that she could be human forever." Misty said. Ash sat down and thought hard.
"I never really thought that it could be like that. I don't what to do now. Pikachu is my friend, my pokemon. Now she's human and I don't know what to do."
"She's still your friend Ash. It's that you can't use her in battle as your pokemon."
"However, here is a good question. If we find a way to turn her back, will she want to be a pokemon again?" Isaac asked. Ash thought some more.
"I didn't think of that either. When she comes back for the tests I'll ask her."
"Actually it's not a bad idea." Joy said. "I think it would be a good idea if a create a birth certificate for her. How old is Pikachu? I have to composite for age."
"So you're making a fake ID?" Isaac asked.
"Actually it's going to be an official fake." Everyone facevaulted.
"Pikachu would about seven years old."
"So in human years... Carry the two... the average life span is... I guess she would be in her late teens, about nineteen." (Authors note: I'm just guessing. I won't know, so I'll take a guess.)
"But she is still going to need a name."
"You're going to have to wait till the tests are done."
"Say Ash, while were waiting me and Jessie want to pick out some clothes for Phyllis."
"Her name isn't Phyllis. It's going to be Gloria."
"What ever it's going to be, just find her some clothes. The rest of us will be somewhere. Just go." Jessie and Misty left in a hurry.
"Do you want to hear my choice?" James asked.
"Not right now." Ash said.
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"Amazing its just simple amazing. A research lab could send a lifetime figuring you out. I never thought my potion could do something like this!" Cassandra was looking at the x-ray screen that Pikachu was standing in front of. Cassandra was viewing Pikachu body and noted anything that would be of interest, which was pretty, much everything (in a scientific view).
"What so interesting?" Pikachu asked.
"It's your body."
"My body?"
"It's your bone structure, your muscle tone, and even the way your electric sacs haven't conflicted with the rest of you. It all so amazing."
"Um, thanks."
"So how Pikachu?" Ash asked as he came into the room.
"Oh Ash! You startled me."
"Sorry."
"So what up with Pikachu? What's making her tick?" James asked.
"The same that every ones runs on."
"Gas?" James said
"It a good thing that your rich, James." Isaac replied.
"I know. Is it great."
"Well back to Pikachu. I discovered something fascinating."
"Well what is it."
"It's her electric sac. Amazingly they seemed to have multiplied and have developed all over her body."
"So her body is walking power plant?"
"Not quite. Most of her electric sacs are quite small then normal and I don't think that it could produce much power. In fact, I'm going to test it now. Ok Pikachu will you come over here." Cassandra motioned Pikachu away form the machine and brought her to different area. "Um, Isaac could you stand here and put this on." Cassandra gave Isaac a rubber coat.
"What would I need this for?"
"Pikachu is going to shock you."
"What?"
"If you wear the coat, it won't harm you." Isaac put on the coat. "Okay, Pikachu can you try and aim a thunder shock towards Isaac.
"I try." Pikachu charged up and released a large blast, only for it to stop short about a foot away form her.
"It's a dud." James said.
"Hum, just as I thought."
"What is it?"
"It's the electric sacs. They're too spread out. She can't create a strong enough charge for it to be far form her body."
"So I no can use attacks now?" Pikachu asked.
"Well you can, its that your going to have to a very short range."
"Don't worry Pikachu, you'll be back to yourself in no time."
"But I no want to be Pikachu yet." Pikachu said.
"Why not?"
"Ash, I been pokemon all my life. This is new to me. I want to be human for a little while and see how it's like. When the time comes I become pokemon again."
"And what if you they can't change you back."
"Then I have to just used too it. Besides I like this color world."
"Color world?" Isaac said with a confused tone.
"She asked why we looked different when I started the tests." Cassandra explained. "I performed an eye test and discovered that her eyes have changed."
"Changed?"
"A Pikachu, like most pokemon are color blind. When Pikachu became human they changed too and she can now see in color."
"That why I got scared when I woke up. Ash looked like Ash, but he was in color."
"That explains why you shock me."
"But they're more. We found this out by accident, but apparently Pikachu can understand other pokemon."
"How did you find that out?"
"She started to talk with one of the Chansey. I can't explain how, but her mind can understand both pokemon and human speech."
"So she can speak to pokemon and understand them."
"Yes. I speak to other pokemon and they understand me. And I understand them."
"I'm done testing for now. I going to try to find an antidote."
"Well I think Misty and Jessie should be done by now."
"What are they doing?" Pikachu asked.
"Oh there find some clothes for you to wear. You can't go around wearing a hospital robe."
"Clothes. I always wanted to see what you people liked so much about clothes."
"Well come on and we'll show you."
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"How long does it take to dress someone. It's been an hour now." James whined.
"Pikachu never wore clothing before. If you never wore clothes before, how long to you think it will take you." Isaac said.
"Good point." Jessie and Misty came out of the bathroom door.
"We're done."
"Allow us to present the new Pikachu." The door opened and Pikachu stepped out. She was dress in blue jeans, a simple white T-shirt, and red hi tops.
"How do I look?" Pikachu asked.
"You look nice." Ash said.
"It suits you."
"But it's missing something... I know." Isaac pulls out a rough black leather jacket out of his jacket. Isaac handed Pikachu the jacket and she put it on. "There. Now that better."
"You carry a jacket in your jacket?" James said.
"Doesn't everyone." Everybody sweatdropped.
"I like it. But it feel heavy."
"That's because its real leather. You'll get used to it."
"So did ask her about her name yet?" Misty asked.
"Name?"
"Oh yeah I forgot. Pikachu we thought since your going to be human you need a name." Ash explained.
"But I have name. Pikachu."
"That the name of the pokemon that you aren't anymore. Your human now and you need a human name." Jessie said
"Oh. I understand."
"We came up with some names for you. Would you like to hear them?"
"Ok."
"I thought you would like the name Marla." Jessie said.
"No."
"Well I picked Gloria."
"No."
"You'll like mine. Its Phyllis."
"No that not me either."
"That leaves my choice and I know you'll like it. It's..." James was interrupted by Joy's entrance.
"Sorry to interrupt but a have some news."
"What it is, Joy?"
"Well we might have something of a cure. We don't know if it might work, but we like to see it."
"Well then lets see what Cassandra has." Everyone left the room. James left the room last.
"Doesn't anyone what to hear my choice!" James went unanswered before storming out of the room.
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"I'm glad so came so fast. As Joy might have said, I have found a possible cure for Pikachu."
"What is it."
"Yeah it must have been real easy if you thought of this real fast."
"Well it was somewhat was that easy. I think that another does of the elixir might reverse the process."
"So Pikachu could become a pokemon again."
"However, there is a chance that she might become fully human. Permanently. I tried some test samples and most of them reverted back, but some of them also became fully human."
"So I become a real human or a Pikachu?"
"Well there is another path. The elixir might keep you as you currently are. Again any way this goes it might be permanent."
"We want Pikachu to decide if she wants to do this or not." Joy said.
"So, I might be human. I might be the way I am. Or I become pokemon again."
"Like I said. It's your choice."
"However, you don't have much time. Your cells are adjusting themselves. If we don't do this soon, they might adjust and this process might not work."
"How long do I got?"
"I'll give till tomorrow. It's late enough as it is."
"We have some extra rooms for family members of patience's that have to be here a while. You can use them for tonight."
"Thanks."
"I'll lead you to them now."
"I go later. I want to think."
"Ok Pikachu. When you want go to the nurse at the desk and she'll lead you up."
"Ok." Pikachu walked swiftly out of the room. Ash started to follow her. Isaac grabbed Ash's shoulder.
"Where do you think your going?"
"I want to talk to Pikachu."
"She's confused right now. And so are you. I know you two have been though a lot, but right now is not a time for buddy talk."
"But she needs someone to talk too." Misty said.
"Then I'll go. You all head up to the rooms. I'll check on Pikachu."
"Why you?" Ash asked.
"Because if they're one thing I'm good, its helping people find out what they truly want."
"Ok. Go."
"Don't worry Ash. I make sure she's ok." Isaac went after Pikachu while Ash and the others went to their rooms.
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Pikachu was sitting on a park bench thinking deeply. She was looking at her hands in thought. 'I got what I always wanted to do. I'm human. But at what cost. If I stay this way, I could never be a pokemon again. But I like this new feeling of being human.'
"How fare you, oh sweet girl of the electric storm." A voice said forms the shadows. Isaac stepped forward into the light.
"Isaac."
"I followed you."
"Did Ash send you?
"No. Actually I prevented him form talking to you."
"Why?"
"Because he is about as confused as you are."
"Me? Confused?"
"Don't lie, your not good at it. You're at a very important crossroads at your life and you don't know what path to take. Ash would have confused you more and most likely sent you on the wrong path." Isaac sat down next to Pikachu. "I on the other hand have not been with the group the longest and is completely neutral in your path. I am the best guide you can get."
"I do not know what to do. It is hard to think."
"I understand what you're feeling. You're torn up over your loyalty to Ash and the desire to explore this new world we call humanity."
"Yes. I do."
"See I knew that. The others would talk of the times when you where a pokemon and try to lure into becoming a pokemon again. They would of done if they known or not. However, I digress. Let us not talk of such things. Let us talk of the moon and the stars. Our path and our choices. Of fine men and finer women. Let of talk of what you want."
"I just don't know."
"You don't know because you don't know your paths. What is it that you think you can do?"
"I could take the potion and become Ash's Pikachu again. On the other hand, you could take the potion and become human. Or stay the way I am."
"So many important decisions. So many ways you could walk. Let me ask you something. If Ash was turned into a Pikachu what would he do?"
"He would want to be human again."
"Now why?"
"Because he is a human."
"However, he would currently be a Pikachu. Just because he was human, it doesn't mean he should be human again."
"But he is a human."
"Not when he's a Pikachu. Do know any reasons why he would want to be human again?"
"I do not know. Years ago he would want to be a pokemon master, but he was that."
"So he has nothing that would prevent form staying a Pikachu."
"He has Misty."
"That he does. Misty is someone that he truly loves and would do anything to become human again, so he could be with her. Now, who do you have that loves you?"
"Ash."
"Is it only Ash? Is it love? Or is it your undying loyalty to Ash as his pokemon."
"Ash is my friend. He cares for me."
"Would he care for you no matter what you are."
"Ash would not care, as long as I am happy."
"Now what would make you happy? Remember your doing this for yourself, not Ash. Not Misty. Not even myself. What do you what?"
"I... I.. I..."
"Speak up now. You must know what you want. And you'll only know, if you speak up."
"I don't know." Pikachu hung her head. Isaac picked up her chin to see a tear fall down her cheek. "I want to be human, but I want to be a pokemon again."
"I could understand why you want to be human; I see it in your eyes that you like it. But tell me why you want to just a ordinary Pikachu again."
"I was not ordinary. I was a strong Pikachu. I was Ash's pokemon."
"There I hear Ash name. You're tying your loyalty to a decision that doesn't need loyalty. You said so yourself, Ash would like you know matter what path you choose."
"But what if he does not like me like this?"
"Ash would like you no matter what. He is your friend. I haven't been with the crew that long but I know Ash cares for his friends."
"But what if?"
"If you base your life on ifs then you'll just waste it. If you're going to be human, you should know that. Ash cares for you. Human or not. However, he can't care for something that isn't there. So when you're there what will you'll be." Pikachu thought for while.
"I think I know."
"And that is why I was the guide. Now let us head back, it is getting quite late." Isaac got up. "But first I have a gift." Isaac pulled a single white rose form his jacket. "James isn't the only one that carries roses." Isaac handed the rose to Pikachu.
"Thank you." Pikachu said as she took the rose. She sniffed the flower and noticed it didn't have a scent.
"It's a fake, Like you and me. I am the man that is an illusion and you are the false human. I think you can give that rose good company."
"Thank you." Pikachu placed the rose into her jacket. When she looked up Isaac was gone. "Isaac?"
"Remember that even if you have a guide, you must travel the road yourself." Isaac's voice said as it faded form around her.
"I think I understand. I know what path I will make."
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We find everyone at the lab the following mourning. "So Pikachu have you deiced?" Cassandra asked.
"Yes. I will drink the potion. I really like being human, but it would I would be better off just being a Pikachu again."
"Ok, if that's how you feel. Here is the beaker. You just have to drink it for it to take effect." Cassandra handed Pikachu the beaker.
"Well here goes." Pikachu put the beaker to her lips.
"No Pikachu." Ash called out. "You don't have to do this for me."
"I'm not doing this for you. I know it does not matter if I am human or if I am Pikachu. But it would be better if I belong where I belong."
"Ok, I understand. It's just that I want you to be forced into being a pokemon again."
"This is my choice and it is something I must do." Pikachu rose the beaker again. "I guess I should say bottom's up." Pikachu put the beaker to her lips. Suddenly a large explosion brought down the right wall and two figures emerged.
"Prepare to die."
"And pray it's quick."
"To destroy the..."
"Enough with the motto. Just get me that elixir!" Meowth commanded.
"Yes sir. Gives us that potion." Tiger demanded.
"Team rocket. Call the guards." Joy ran for the alarm. Kitty pulled out a gun and fired a shot. It stuck Joy and she went down.
"Joy!" Cassandra started to run for Joy, but another shot brought her down
"It's just a tranquilizer, but you better stand back or else will use live ammo." Kitty warned.
"Meowth how could you. I thought you loved Cassandra."
"I have no interest in that weak human."
"What are you doing here?" James asked.
"I'm here for that potion."
"But would want it for? You already can talk."
"I want that potion so I can become human."
"We wouldn't give you anything you weakling." Pikachu said.
"What did you call me?"
"You where a weakling and you knew it. You never fought so you were never strong. You always hide behind something and now this. You only wish to be human so you would hide the fact that you are a weak pokemon."
"You've just said the wrong thing mouse girl." Meowth pulled a gun out. "You're going to pay for calling me that."
"Why don't you fight me? Even as a human I'm still a stronger pokemon then you."
"Fine then I challenge you to a match. I'll prove to you that I am strong. And if I win, I'll take the potion."
"And if you'll lose, you'll leave us alone."
"Pokemons honor."
"But boss what about them."
"Keep them busy." Meowth gave Tiger his gun. "Shoot them if they do anything."
"Ash, make sure they don't take this." Pikachu gave Ash the elixir.
"Just be careful. He will cheat."
"I know. But he had this a long time coming." Meowth and Pikachu went to the empty area of the lab while Kitty and Tiger held there guns faced at the others.
"I will show you how powerful I am."
"Bring it on." Meowth charged forward with his claws bearing. Meowth slashed at Pikachu bringing some damage to her.
"Take this you furbag." Pikachu kicked Meowth sending him flying into the wall. Meowth grabbed a bottle and threw it at Pikachu. "You throw like a girl."
"I'll show you." Meowth leapt at Pikachu. Meowth ravaged Pikachu with his claws. Pikachu grabbed Meowth and pulled him off her.
"I wish there was something we could do." Misty said.
"What can we do? There the ones with the guns." James said.
"I think I have an idea. It's a bit risky but it might work." Isaac whispered.
"No." Ash replied. "We not going to risk anything. Pikachu can win this. I don't want anyone else getting hurt."
"Ok, Ash. But I hope your right." Pikachu was thrown into a table. Meowth came up to her and scratched her face.
"You give up? Or do I have to prove more that I am the stronger."
"I'll never give." Pikachu gave off an electric shock, shocking Meowth. Pikachu then stood and thrust her palm into Meowth's charm. When her palm stuck, Pikachu unleashed a surge of electrical energy into the cat pokemon. Meowth flew across the room knocking into Kitty and Tiger. Kitty's and Tiger's guns fell to the floor and Jessie and James picked them up.
"Misty get the guards." Isaac said. Ash ran to Pikachu.
"Are you ok?" He asked.
"I'm fine. I guess did not know my own limits. I whipped him good." Pikachu said before she fainted.
"Just give it up Meowth." Jessie said.
"We have you beaten."
"You two should know better that team rocket is never beaten." Kitty threw down a smoke bomb and a wall of black smoke enveloped the room.
"Hey someone took the Elixir." Ash cried.
"Ha ha. Looks like we win this round." Meowth said as he ran out the door. Misty came in with the guard shortly after the smoke was gone.
"What happened?" She asked.
"They got away." Isaac said.
"And they took the elixir too."
"That not important right now. We have to check on Cassandra and Joy." Everyone went and helped take Joy, Cassandra, and Pikachu into the medical ward.
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"Pikachu wake up. Wake up." Pikachu heard Ash's voice. Pikachu slowly opened her eyes to see everyone standing around her.
"How do you feel?" Joy asked.
"Fine." Pikachu sat up. "Ow what hit me."
"What you forget kicking Meowth's butt?"
"Oh yeah. I remember now. What happened after I beat him?"
"They got away with the elixir."
"So what do we do now?" Misty said.
"Well that beaker was the last of the elixir."
"Can't you make anymore?"
"It can't. We don't have some of the chemicals needed to make the formula. It would take months till I could get more. But by then your body would have adjusted to the change and it wouldn't work."
"So I am staying a human?"
"Until I could find another way to reverse your condition, you'll be human."
"Actually I somewhat wished that I could stay human. I guess my wish came true."
"Well you just count yourself luckily. Meowth could have really hurt you if you weren't wearing that jacket."
"That's the good thing about a good leather jacket." Isaac said. "Not only do they look cool, but they also can be used somewhat as leather armor."
"Actually Pikachu, you didn't decide what your name is going to be."
"There still my choice." James said.
"No one wants to hear your choice." Jessie remarked.
"I would like to hear."
"Well I thought of the perfect name for you. Pikett." (Pronounce as pi ket)
"I like it." Pikett said. Everyone minus James and Pikett facevaulted.
"Well if that what you want, Your name is Pikett." Ash said.
"But I just wonder about thing."
"What is it Jessie?"
"I wonder what Meowth would become. Pikachu... I mean Pikett is only a half-human. Would it do the same for Meowth?"
"It's possible. But the effects are purely unknown. It is a shame that such a good hearted pokemon became so cold hearted."
"He takes after his master. He was evil and eventually Meowth himself became evil. I broke our hearts when we saw him like this."
"I just hope he doesn't get any worse."
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"Boss? Are you ok boss?" Kitty asked. Meowth was hidden in the shadows and the others couldn't see them. Along with Kitty and Tiger, there was a bunch of other team rockets pokemon. A beaker slowly rolled across the floor."
"Are you ok?" Tiger asked.
"Hand me mirror." A deep voice rumbled forms the shadows. A large clawed hand emerged form the shadows. Kitty grabbed a hand mirror and handed to the claw. The mirror went into the shadows. A few moments later a deep maniacal laugher was heard though out the rocket headquarters.
"Are you ok Boss? Did it worked."
"Oh it worked all right. I worked just fine."
To be continued....
Got any questions, comments, flames email me at XPapazoglo@aol.com
US Journey part 15: The human Pikachu
By Xen
Authors notes: Ok a few things to explain. I would of put this at the end, but it would be best to put it here first. First off a little explaining about Pikachu. I'm going to do something a bit different with Pikachu here. Pikachu will not start off talking like the way other author do (you know who you are). Pikachu is going to gradually learn to speak better, so when you see grammar mistakes in her lines it's ok. Also Isaac in one scene is going to be a bit out of character, but then again he is my character and no one really knows much about him, so if he might appear out of character. Anything else will explained in the story. Enjoy.
"Can you explain what happened to Pikachu?" Ash asked Joy. The now human Pikachu was being examined by Cassandra and some other nurses in another room.
"Your Pikachu drank a experimental potion. It was designed to give adjusts a pokemons vocal chords so they could speak the human language."
"So how did Pikachu turn human."
"It was so post to be used in small dose. Pikachu drank an entire beaker full."
"The only thing I don't understand, is why is Pikachu a girl?" James asked. Everyone sweatdropped.
"Pikachu is girl."
"I thought Pikachu was a guy?"
"You been chasing after Pikachu for that long and you didn't know she was female?"
"What do think I'm going to do? Cop a field?"
"Good point."
"But can you do anything for her?" Ash asked.
"No. Like we said the potion is experimental and we never thought we needed an antidote to it."
"So she's stuck like that." Ash said.
"So what do we do?" Isaac asked.
"Nothing for now. Actually Ash, we're going to need your help."
"What do I need to do?"
"Pikachu knows you the best. I think it would be best if you're there when she awakens. Its going to be quite a shock for as well as you."
"Ok, I will."
"Come lets go check on her now. The rest of you can stay here." Ash and Joy left to medical wing.
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Ash and Joy entered the room where Pikachu was contained. Pikachu was lying in a bed with Cassandra hovering over her. Pikachu was currently sleeping. Ash looked at Pikachu for the first time since her body changed. Ash really didn't get a good look at her before since he was in shock when she transformed. For a human she looked quite nice. She looked about as tall as Ash. She also looked about Ash's age. However, what Ash thought was strange was her hair. Her long almost waist height hair was mainly blond, but in some area like above her ears it was brown.
"So how is Pikachu doing?" Ash asked Cassandra.
"She is doing quite well, but she hasn't woken up yet."
"So Pikachu is a human now."
"Not quite. At best she is half human."
"Huh? I thought she became human."
"Well she looks human, but her body is stuck between a humans and a Pikachu's. Her blood samples show it. She also shows some signs that she still carries an electric charge."
"Did she wake up yet."
"No, we waited for you."
"Should I wake her?"
"Ok. But be gentle. She is mostly likely going to be confused." Ash gently shook Pikachu.
"Pikachu. Pikachu. Hey buddy get up." Pikachu slowly opened her eyes.
"Pika?" Pikachu got up and massaged her head with her hand. Pikachu then looked at her hand and went to into shock. Pikachu started panicking as she ran around the room. "Pi pikachu pi pika pika pi pikachu." Pikachu said as she ran around.
"Pikachu. Pikachu! Calm down." Ash grabbed Pikachu stopping her.
"Pika!" A short jolt shocked Ash and he let go. Pikachu ran into a corner and went into a huddled position.
"Pikachu? Are you okay? Its me Ash."
"Pi pikachu?" Pikachu sniffed the air around Ash. "Pi?" She went a little closer and sniffed again. Pikachu face went delight "Pi pikachu!" Pikachu hugged Ash.
"I thought you said that the potion would allow her to speak like a human. So how come she still talks like a Pikachu."
"We said it modify her vocal chords. She would still need to learn how to speak."
"So, she could talk now?" Ash still held Pikachu in his arms.
"In theory yes. If it worked. Let's try something simple. Ok Pikachu try to say Ash."
"Pi pikachu."
"No like a human." Ash sat Pikachu down on the bed.
"Come on Pikachu. I know you can do it."
"Piiiiiiiiiiihhhh."
"Come on."
"Aaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh."
"I know you can try."
"Aaaaaassshhh. Ash. Ash! Ash!"
"You did it." Cassandra pointed to Joy. "Ok, now try and say Joy."
"Oy."
"Try to say it slowly. Just let it flow. Allow your voice to adjust. Just let it come out."
"Joy."
"Good."
"I talk now."
"`Well you need work, but you can talk." Ash hugged Pikachu.
"I human now." Pikachu said.
"Yes." Ash said. Ash really couldn't hide the confusion in his voice.
"How?"
"You drank an elixir you shouldn't have. It turned you human."
"I did bad?"
"No. It wasn't your fault. You didn't know."
"Ash mad at me?"
"No I'm not mad. Its just I'm so confused now."
"Ash if I think we should start her testing now."
"What they do?"
"Were going to do some tests."
"Tests?"
"I have to see where your pokemon half beings and your human half ends."
"You turn me back to Pikachu?"
"Will try. Come with me." Cassandra lead Pikachu out of the room.
"Let's go back to the others." Joy suggested.
"Ok." Ash and Joy left the room.
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Ash came back into the room to hear arguing. "I say Phyllis!" Misty yelled.
"No, Marla sounds better." Jessie said.
"Marla is the name of a servant. Gloria is much better suited." Isaac responded.
"I like the name I picked." James said.
"No that sucks. She's not going to choose that."
"What are you guys doing?" Ash asked.
"We were thinking of a name for Pikachu. We figured since she human now she needs a human name." Isaac explained.
"I didn't of that. I thought that Cassandra would be able to revert her back."
"Ash this might take a while. Cassandra can't create something over night. We have to composite for it. There could be chance that she could be human forever." Misty said. Ash sat down and thought hard.
"I never really thought that it could be like that. I don't what to do now. Pikachu is my friend, my pokemon. Now she's human and I don't know what to do."
"She's still your friend Ash. It's that you can't use her in battle as your pokemon."
"However, here is a good question. If we find a way to turn her back, will she want to be a pokemon again?" Isaac asked. Ash thought some more.
"I didn't think of that either. When she comes back for the tests I'll ask her."
"Actually it's not a bad idea." Joy said. "I think it would be a good idea if a create a birth certificate for her. How old is Pikachu? I have to composite for age."
"So you're making a fake ID?" Isaac asked.
"Actually it's going to be an official fake." Everyone facevaulted.
"Pikachu would about seven years old."
"So in human years... Carry the two... the average life span is... I guess she would be in her late teens, about nineteen." (Authors note: I'm just guessing. I won't know, so I'll take a guess.)
"But she is still going to need a name."
"You're going to have to wait till the tests are done."
"Say Ash, while were waiting me and Jessie want to pick out some clothes for Phyllis."
"Her name isn't Phyllis. It's going to be Gloria."
"What ever it's going to be, just find her some clothes. The rest of us will be somewhere. Just go." Jessie and Misty left in a hurry.
"Do you want to hear my choice?" James asked.
"Not right now." Ash said.
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"Amazing its just simple amazing. A research lab could send a lifetime figuring you out. I never thought my potion could do something like this!" Cassandra was looking at the x-ray screen that Pikachu was standing in front of. Cassandra was viewing Pikachu body and noted anything that would be of interest, which was pretty, much everything (in a scientific view).
"What so interesting?" Pikachu asked.
"It's your body."
"My body?"
"It's your bone structure, your muscle tone, and even the way your electric sacs haven't conflicted with the rest of you. It all so amazing."
"Um, thanks."
"So how Pikachu?" Ash asked as he came into the room.
"Oh Ash! You startled me."
"Sorry."
"So what up with Pikachu? What's making her tick?" James asked.
"The same that every ones runs on."
"Gas?" James said
"It a good thing that your rich, James." Isaac replied.
"I know. Is it great."
"Well back to Pikachu. I discovered something fascinating."
"Well what is it."
"It's her electric sac. Amazingly they seemed to have multiplied and have developed all over her body."
"So her body is walking power plant?"
"Not quite. Most of her electric sacs are quite small then normal and I don't think that it could produce much power. In fact, I'm going to test it now. Ok Pikachu will you come over here." Cassandra motioned Pikachu away form the machine and brought her to different area. "Um, Isaac could you stand here and put this on." Cassandra gave Isaac a rubber coat.
"What would I need this for?"
"Pikachu is going to shock you."
"What?"
"If you wear the coat, it won't harm you." Isaac put on the coat. "Okay, Pikachu can you try and aim a thunder shock towards Isaac.
"I try." Pikachu charged up and released a large blast, only for it to stop short about a foot away form her.
"It's a dud." James said.
"Hum, just as I thought."
"What is it?"
"It's the electric sacs. They're too spread out. She can't create a strong enough charge for it to be far form her body."
"So I no can use attacks now?" Pikachu asked.
"Well you can, its that your going to have to a very short range."
"Don't worry Pikachu, you'll be back to yourself in no time."
"But I no want to be Pikachu yet." Pikachu said.
"Why not?"
"Ash, I been pokemon all my life. This is new to me. I want to be human for a little while and see how it's like. When the time comes I become pokemon again."
"And what if you they can't change you back."
"Then I have to just used too it. Besides I like this color world."
"Color world?" Isaac said with a confused tone.
"She asked why we looked different when I started the tests." Cassandra explained. "I performed an eye test and discovered that her eyes have changed."
"Changed?"
"A Pikachu, like most pokemon are color blind. When Pikachu became human they changed too and she can now see in color."
"That why I got scared when I woke up. Ash looked like Ash, but he was in color."
"That explains why you shock me."
"But they're more. We found this out by accident, but apparently Pikachu can understand other pokemon."
"How did you find that out?"
"She started to talk with one of the Chansey. I can't explain how, but her mind can understand both pokemon and human speech."
"So she can speak to pokemon and understand them."
"Yes. I speak to other pokemon and they understand me. And I understand them."
"I'm done testing for now. I going to try to find an antidote."
"Well I think Misty and Jessie should be done by now."
"What are they doing?" Pikachu asked.
"Oh there find some clothes for you to wear. You can't go around wearing a hospital robe."
"Clothes. I always wanted to see what you people liked so much about clothes."
"Well come on and we'll show you."
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"How long does it take to dress someone. It's been an hour now." James whined.
"Pikachu never wore clothing before. If you never wore clothes before, how long to you think it will take you." Isaac said.
"Good point." Jessie and Misty came out of the bathroom door.
"We're done."
"Allow us to present the new Pikachu." The door opened and Pikachu stepped out. She was dress in blue jeans, a simple white T-shirt, and red hi tops.
"How do I look?" Pikachu asked.
"You look nice." Ash said.
"It suits you."
"But it's missing something... I know." Isaac pulls out a rough black leather jacket out of his jacket. Isaac handed Pikachu the jacket and she put it on. "There. Now that better."
"You carry a jacket in your jacket?" James said.
"Doesn't everyone." Everybody sweatdropped.
"I like it. But it feel heavy."
"That's because its real leather. You'll get used to it."
"So did ask her about her name yet?" Misty asked.
"Name?"
"Oh yeah I forgot. Pikachu we thought since your going to be human you need a name." Ash explained.
"But I have name. Pikachu."
"That the name of the pokemon that you aren't anymore. Your human now and you need a human name." Jessie said
"Oh. I understand."
"We came up with some names for you. Would you like to hear them?"
"Ok."
"I thought you would like the name Marla." Jessie said.
"No."
"Well I picked Gloria."
"No."
"You'll like mine. Its Phyllis."
"No that not me either."
"That leaves my choice and I know you'll like it. It's..." James was interrupted by Joy's entrance.
"Sorry to interrupt but a have some news."
"What it is, Joy?"
"Well we might have something of a cure. We don't know if it might work, but we like to see it."
"Well then lets see what Cassandra has." Everyone left the room. James left the room last.
"Doesn't anyone what to hear my choice!" James went unanswered before storming out of the room.
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"I'm glad so came so fast. As Joy might have said, I have found a possible cure for Pikachu."
"What is it."
"Yeah it must have been real easy if you thought of this real fast."
"Well it was somewhat was that easy. I think that another does of the elixir might reverse the process."
"So Pikachu could become a pokemon again."
"However, there is a chance that she might become fully human. Permanently. I tried some test samples and most of them reverted back, but some of them also became fully human."
"So I become a real human or a Pikachu?"
"Well there is another path. The elixir might keep you as you currently are. Again any way this goes it might be permanent."
"We want Pikachu to decide if she wants to do this or not." Joy said.
"So, I might be human. I might be the way I am. Or I become pokemon again."
"Like I said. It's your choice."
"However, you don't have much time. Your cells are adjusting themselves. If we don't do this soon, they might adjust and this process might not work."
"How long do I got?"
"I'll give till tomorrow. It's late enough as it is."
"We have some extra rooms for family members of patience's that have to be here a while. You can use them for tonight."
"Thanks."
"I'll lead you to them now."
"I go later. I want to think."
"Ok Pikachu. When you want go to the nurse at the desk and she'll lead you up."
"Ok." Pikachu walked swiftly out of the room. Ash started to follow her. Isaac grabbed Ash's shoulder.
"Where do you think your going?"
"I want to talk to Pikachu."
"She's confused right now. And so are you. I know you two have been though a lot, but right now is not a time for buddy talk."
"But she needs someone to talk too." Misty said.
"Then I'll go. You all head up to the rooms. I'll check on Pikachu."
"Why you?" Ash asked.
"Because if they're one thing I'm good, its helping people find out what they truly want."
"Ok. Go."
"Don't worry Ash. I make sure she's ok." Isaac went after Pikachu while Ash and the others went to their rooms.
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Pikachu was sitting on a park bench thinking deeply. She was looking at her hands in thought. 'I got what I always wanted to do. I'm human. But at what cost. If I stay this way, I could never be a pokemon again. But I like this new feeling of being human.'
"How fare you, oh sweet girl of the electric storm." A voice said forms the shadows. Isaac stepped forward into the light.
"Isaac."
"I followed you."
"Did Ash send you?
"No. Actually I prevented him form talking to you."
"Why?"
"Because he is about as confused as you are."
"Me? Confused?"
"Don't lie, your not good at it. You're at a very important crossroads at your life and you don't know what path to take. Ash would have confused you more and most likely sent you on the wrong path." Isaac sat down next to Pikachu. "I on the other hand have not been with the group the longest and is completely neutral in your path. I am the best guide you can get."
"I do not know what to do. It is hard to think."
"I understand what you're feeling. You're torn up over your loyalty to Ash and the desire to explore this new world we call humanity."
"Yes. I do."
"See I knew that. The others would talk of the times when you where a pokemon and try to lure into becoming a pokemon again. They would of done if they known or not. However, I digress. Let us not talk of such things. Let us talk of the moon and the stars. Our path and our choices. Of fine men and finer women. Let of talk of what you want."
"I just don't know."
"You don't know because you don't know your paths. What is it that you think you can do?"
"I could take the potion and become Ash's Pikachu again. On the other hand, you could take the potion and become human. Or stay the way I am."
"So many important decisions. So many ways you could walk. Let me ask you something. If Ash was turned into a Pikachu what would he do?"
"He would want to be human again."
"Now why?"
"Because he is a human."
"However, he would currently be a Pikachu. Just because he was human, it doesn't mean he should be human again."
"But he is a human."
"Not when he's a Pikachu. Do know any reasons why he would want to be human again?"
"I do not know. Years ago he would want to be a pokemon master, but he was that."
"So he has nothing that would prevent form staying a Pikachu."
"He has Misty."
"That he does. Misty is someone that he truly loves and would do anything to become human again, so he could be with her. Now, who do you have that loves you?"
"Ash."
"Is it only Ash? Is it love? Or is it your undying loyalty to Ash as his pokemon."
"Ash is my friend. He cares for me."
"Would he care for you no matter what you are."
"Ash would not care, as long as I am happy."
"Now what would make you happy? Remember your doing this for yourself, not Ash. Not Misty. Not even myself. What do you what?"
"I... I.. I..."
"Speak up now. You must know what you want. And you'll only know, if you speak up."
"I don't know." Pikachu hung her head. Isaac picked up her chin to see a tear fall down her cheek. "I want to be human, but I want to be a pokemon again."
"I could understand why you want to be human; I see it in your eyes that you like it. But tell me why you want to just a ordinary Pikachu again."
"I was not ordinary. I was a strong Pikachu. I was Ash's pokemon."
"There I hear Ash name. You're tying your loyalty to a decision that doesn't need loyalty. You said so yourself, Ash would like you know matter what path you choose."
"But what if he does not like me like this?"
"Ash would like you no matter what. He is your friend. I haven't been with the crew that long but I know Ash cares for his friends."
"But what if?"
"If you base your life on ifs then you'll just waste it. If you're going to be human, you should know that. Ash cares for you. Human or not. However, he can't care for something that isn't there. So when you're there what will you'll be." Pikachu thought for while.
"I think I know."
"And that is why I was the guide. Now let us head back, it is getting quite late." Isaac got up. "But first I have a gift." Isaac pulled a single white rose form his jacket. "James isn't the only one that carries roses." Isaac handed the rose to Pikachu.
"Thank you." Pikachu said as she took the rose. She sniffed the flower and noticed it didn't have a scent.
"It's a fake, Like you and me. I am the man that is an illusion and you are the false human. I think you can give that rose good company."
"Thank you." Pikachu placed the rose into her jacket. When she looked up Isaac was gone. "Isaac?"
"Remember that even if you have a guide, you must travel the road yourself." Isaac's voice said as it faded form around her.
"I think I understand. I know what path I will make."
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We find everyone at the lab the following mourning. "So Pikachu have you deiced?" Cassandra asked.
"Yes. I will drink the potion. I really like being human, but it would I would be better off just being a Pikachu again."
"Ok, if that's how you feel. Here is the beaker. You just have to drink it for it to take effect." Cassandra handed Pikachu the beaker.
"Well here goes." Pikachu put the beaker to her lips.
"No Pikachu." Ash called out. "You don't have to do this for me."
"I'm not doing this for you. I know it does not matter if I am human or if I am Pikachu. But it would be better if I belong where I belong."
"Ok, I understand. It's just that I want you to be forced into being a pokemon again."
"This is my choice and it is something I must do." Pikachu rose the beaker again. "I guess I should say bottom's up." Pikachu put the beaker to her lips. Suddenly a large explosion brought down the right wall and two figures emerged.
"Prepare to die."
"And pray it's quick."
"To destroy the..."
"Enough with the motto. Just get me that elixir!" Meowth commanded.
"Yes sir. Gives us that potion." Tiger demanded.
"Team rocket. Call the guards." Joy ran for the alarm. Kitty pulled out a gun and fired a shot. It stuck Joy and she went down.
"Joy!" Cassandra started to run for Joy, but another shot brought her down
"It's just a tranquilizer, but you better stand back or else will use live ammo." Kitty warned.
"Meowth how could you. I thought you loved Cassandra."
"I have no interest in that weak human."
"What are you doing here?" James asked.
"I'm here for that potion."
"But would want it for? You already can talk."
"I want that potion so I can become human."
"We wouldn't give you anything you weakling." Pikachu said.
"What did you call me?"
"You where a weakling and you knew it. You never fought so you were never strong. You always hide behind something and now this. You only wish to be human so you would hide the fact that you are a weak pokemon."
"You've just said the wrong thing mouse girl." Meowth pulled a gun out. "You're going to pay for calling me that."
"Why don't you fight me? Even as a human I'm still a stronger pokemon then you."
"Fine then I challenge you to a match. I'll prove to you that I am strong. And if I win, I'll take the potion."
"And if you'll lose, you'll leave us alone."
"Pokemons honor."
"But boss what about them."
"Keep them busy." Meowth gave Tiger his gun. "Shoot them if they do anything."
"Ash, make sure they don't take this." Pikachu gave Ash the elixir.
"Just be careful. He will cheat."
"I know. But he had this a long time coming." Meowth and Pikachu went to the empty area of the lab while Kitty and Tiger held there guns faced at the others.
"I will show you how powerful I am."
"Bring it on." Meowth charged forward with his claws bearing. Meowth slashed at Pikachu bringing some damage to her.
"Take this you furbag." Pikachu kicked Meowth sending him flying into the wall. Meowth grabbed a bottle and threw it at Pikachu. "You throw like a girl."
"I'll show you." Meowth leapt at Pikachu. Meowth ravaged Pikachu with his claws. Pikachu grabbed Meowth and pulled him off her.
"I wish there was something we could do." Misty said.
"What can we do? There the ones with the guns." James said.
"I think I have an idea. It's a bit risky but it might work." Isaac whispered.
"No." Ash replied. "We not going to risk anything. Pikachu can win this. I don't want anyone else getting hurt."
"Ok, Ash. But I hope your right." Pikachu was thrown into a table. Meowth came up to her and scratched her face.
"You give up? Or do I have to prove more that I am the stronger."
"I'll never give." Pikachu gave off an electric shock, shocking Meowth. Pikachu then stood and thrust her palm into Meowth's charm. When her palm stuck, Pikachu unleashed a surge of electrical energy into the cat pokemon. Meowth flew across the room knocking into Kitty and Tiger. Kitty's and Tiger's guns fell to the floor and Jessie and James picked them up.
"Misty get the guards." Isaac said. Ash ran to Pikachu.
"Are you ok?" He asked.
"I'm fine. I guess did not know my own limits. I whipped him good." Pikachu said before she fainted.
"Just give it up Meowth." Jessie said.
"We have you beaten."
"You two should know better that team rocket is never beaten." Kitty threw down a smoke bomb and a wall of black smoke enveloped the room.
"Hey someone took the Elixir." Ash cried.
"Ha ha. Looks like we win this round." Meowth said as he ran out the door. Misty came in with the guard shortly after the smoke was gone.
"What happened?" She asked.
"They got away." Isaac said.
"And they took the elixir too."
"That not important right now. We have to check on Cassandra and Joy." Everyone went and helped take Joy, Cassandra, and Pikachu into the medical ward.
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"Pikachu wake up. Wake up." Pikachu heard Ash's voice. Pikachu slowly opened her eyes to see everyone standing around her.
"How do you feel?" Joy asked.
"Fine." Pikachu sat up. "Ow what hit me."
"What you forget kicking Meowth's butt?"
"Oh yeah. I remember now. What happened after I beat him?"
"They got away with the elixir."
"So what do we do now?" Misty said.
"Well that beaker was the last of the elixir."
"Can't you make anymore?"
"It can't. We don't have some of the chemicals needed to make the formula. It would take months till I could get more. But by then your body would have adjusted to the change and it wouldn't work."
"So I am staying a human?"
"Until I could find another way to reverse your condition, you'll be human."
"Actually I somewhat wished that I could stay human. I guess my wish came true."
"Well you just count yourself luckily. Meowth could have really hurt you if you weren't wearing that jacket."
"That's the good thing about a good leather jacket." Isaac said. "Not only do they look cool, but they also can be used somewhat as leather armor."
"Actually Pikachu, you didn't decide what your name is going to be."
"There still my choice." James said.
"No one wants to hear your choice." Jessie remarked.
"I would like to hear."
"Well I thought of the perfect name for you. Pikett." (Pronounce as pi ket)
"I like it." Pikett said. Everyone minus James and Pikett facevaulted.
"Well if that what you want, Your name is Pikett." Ash said.
"But I just wonder about thing."
"What is it Jessie?"
"I wonder what Meowth would become. Pikachu... I mean Pikett is only a half-human. Would it do the same for Meowth?"
"It's possible. But the effects are purely unknown. It is a shame that such a good hearted pokemon became so cold hearted."
"He takes after his master. He was evil and eventually Meowth himself became evil. I broke our hearts when we saw him like this."
"I just hope he doesn't get any worse."
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"Boss? Are you ok boss?" Kitty asked. Meowth was hidden in the shadows and the others couldn't see them. Along with Kitty and Tiger, there was a bunch of other team rockets pokemon. A beaker slowly rolled across the floor."
"Are you ok?" Tiger asked.
"Hand me mirror." A deep voice rumbled forms the shadows. A large clawed hand emerged form the shadows. Kitty grabbed a hand mirror and handed to the claw. The mirror went into the shadows. A few moments later a deep maniacal laugher was heard though out the rocket headquarters.
"Are you ok Boss? Did it worked."
"Oh it worked all right. I worked just fine."
To be continued....
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