21st Century Vulpix presents
WHEREVER YOU GO
Part 3 - Lost
By PinkScyther
DISCLAIMER: There is one :( ... I don't own the songs in here.
'Kay... if Thunder and Shocker do end up escaping the fire, they still have to make it back through Viridian Forest--the natural maze...
Thunder and Shocker hugged each other tightly. About twenty Pokémon were squashed into the cramped space. Surrounding them on every side was fire. This can't get any worse, thought Thunder.
Then came the telltale creak from above.
Not again! she said out loud. She and Shocker looked up anxiously.
Shocker licked his dry lips. If that branch falls... His voice trailed off. He and Thunder looked around. There was no room for it to fall in. And none of the Pokémon there could catch a branch that heavy.
They continued to stare at the branch, right over their heads.
Thunder--
Shocker-- they began at the same time. Thunder and Shocker stopped.
You first, said Shocker.
No, you, replied Thunder.
The two looked at each other for a second. Another longer creak prompted them.
I love you, they blurted out together.
The branch gave a final creak and they hugged each other tighter. There was a crack, and they shut their eyes.
But instead of a branch hitting them, all they heard was a "Squiiirrrrrrrrrrrrtle!"
They looked up immediately to see a group of Squirtle in sunglasses Water Gunning the branch. It flew back from the force and bounced away into the forest.
The Squirtle Squad wasted no time in spraying the rest of the flames. Soon, with the added help of the forest's Water, Rock and Ground Pokémon the fire was out. The blackened trees sent columns of smoke soaring up into the air. The forest seemed to sigh with relief.
***
Soon all the forest Pokémon had gone back to their homes, or what was left of them. Thunder and Shocker set off in search of Thunder's herd.
But they were faced with another problem. When Shocker had run from the fire, he had not had time to note where he was going. Being new to the area, he didn't have a clue how to get back. And although Thunder had lived there all her life, finding her herd in the winding natural maze of Viridian Forest was close to impossible. The scent of smoke and ash masked any that she might recognise, and the forest looked so much different when it was black and burnt.
So now they wandered, searching for a familiar area. But neither Pokémon minded as much as would be expected. As long as they were together, nothing else mattered to Thunder and Shocker.
Shocker, I've been thinking, said Thunder. When we get back... would you like to be part of our herd?
Shocker looked down at the ground. He had thought this might happen. What can I say? he wondered. What can I tell her, without giving away my secret?
Shocker slowed down. I can't stop searching, he thought, no matter what. The image of a face came into his mind. I won't stop searching until I've found you, no matter what, he told it silently. I will find you.
But it was so hard! How could he leave Thunder? After what they'd been through, it would be impossible. What can I do? he pleaded silently. Oh, if only had never lost you in the first place...
I, I ... can't, he said finally.
Why not? asked Thunder. She regarded Shocker sadly. He closed his eyes as the painful memories of his past came flooding back. Thunder decided not to ask any more. She could tell it involved his past. Why, she wondered for the hundredth time, why doesn't he want anyone to find out his past? What could have happened? But she said nothing. She turned away so he wouldn't see the tears in her eyes.
Thunder... Shocker began. Please don't be too upset. It's not because of you. I wish I didn't have to leave, but I do. I really do love you.
Thunder turned back and looked into Shocker's eyes. A single tear slid over the scar on his cheek. I love you too Shocker, she said.
Then let's make the most of the time we have together, he replied.
Thunder nodded sadly.
I'll come back someday, Shocker said.
***
Shocker ran and ran. He was getting closer. She was around here somewhere. The image floated into his mind again. Yes, I'm going to find you, he thought. I'm right on your trail. He kept running, until he reached the edge of a forest.
Shocker stopped. This place was familiar. There was something about the bright new growth on the trees, the familiar smell...
Of course! Viridian Forest! He had been there before... The fire... Thunder!
The image in his mind was replaced with another. A Raichu.
I can go see Thunder again! he thought happily. But this time, I won't make the same mistake again. This time, I won't leave her. This time... I'll ask her to come with me.
The thoughts stirred another memory in Thunder's head. A human song he'd heard before somewhere. He couldn't help but sing it.
Talking away
I don't know what I'm to say
I'll say it anyway
Today's another day to find you
Shining away
I'll be coming for your love ok
Take on me (Take on me)
Take me on (Take on me)
I'll be gone in a day or two
So, needless to say at odds and ends
But I'll be stumbling away
Slowly learning that life is ok
Say after me
It's so much better to be safe than sorry
Take on me (take on me)
Take me on (take on me)
I'll be gone in a day or two
O, things that you say
Yeah, is it life or just a play
My worries away
You're all the things I've got to remember
You shine away
I'll be coming for you anyway
Take on me (take on me)
Take me on (take on me)
I'll be gone in a day or two
Take on me (take on me)
Take me on (take on me)
I'll be gone in a day or two
(Take on me)
(Take on me)
***
Shocker woke with a start. He looked around.
It was night. He and Thunder had decided to sleep at the base of a tree.
Shocker thought about the dream for a while. Eventually tiredness overcame him and he fell back asleep. The dream faded away almost immediately.
***
Another day of searching. Thunder was feeling much happier than yesterday. She thought about the fact that until they found the herd, she and Shocker would be together. She smiled. Thunder looked over at Shocker, and suddenly felt an overwhelming urge to sing. She did.
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
Wherever you go
Life before you
Was full of near misses
Uncertain nights
And half hearted kisses
Isn't it unbelievable
Almost inconceivable
But here you are
Like a waking dream
With love beyond imagining
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
Wherever you go
You look in my eyes
And I can see heaven
You hold me close
And it feels like forever
Isn't it unbelievable
Baby it's a miracle
'Cause here you are
Like an open door
To everything I've waited for
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
No matter how far
Or whatever winding road you choose
Wherever you are
I wanna be there
I wanna be there
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
Wherever you go
Shocker smiled at Thunder and she smiled back. It isn't bad, they both thought, being lost.
TO BE CONTINUED...
Ack! You realise what this is!?! The secondary genre... IT'S A ROMANCE!!! *faints* *wakes up* I never thought I would write one... Actually, I never thought I could write one... Ah well, now you just have to review! The song Take Me On is very deep, so don't say it doesn't make sense. It does.
WHEREVER YOU GO
Part 3 - Lost
By PinkScyther
DISCLAIMER: There is one :( ... I don't own the songs in here.
'Kay... if Thunder and Shocker do end up escaping the fire, they still have to make it back through Viridian Forest--the natural maze...
Thunder and Shocker hugged each other tightly. About twenty Pokémon were squashed into the cramped space. Surrounding them on every side was fire. This can't get any worse, thought Thunder.
Then came the telltale creak from above.
Not again! she said out loud. She and Shocker looked up anxiously.
Shocker licked his dry lips. If that branch falls... His voice trailed off. He and Thunder looked around. There was no room for it to fall in. And none of the Pokémon there could catch a branch that heavy.
They continued to stare at the branch, right over their heads.
Thunder--
Shocker-- they began at the same time. Thunder and Shocker stopped.
You first, said Shocker.
No, you, replied Thunder.
The two looked at each other for a second. Another longer creak prompted them.
I love you, they blurted out together.
The branch gave a final creak and they hugged each other tighter. There was a crack, and they shut their eyes.
But instead of a branch hitting them, all they heard was a "Squiiirrrrrrrrrrrrtle!"
They looked up immediately to see a group of Squirtle in sunglasses Water Gunning the branch. It flew back from the force and bounced away into the forest.
The Squirtle Squad wasted no time in spraying the rest of the flames. Soon, with the added help of the forest's Water, Rock and Ground Pokémon the fire was out. The blackened trees sent columns of smoke soaring up into the air. The forest seemed to sigh with relief.
***
Soon all the forest Pokémon had gone back to their homes, or what was left of them. Thunder and Shocker set off in search of Thunder's herd.
But they were faced with another problem. When Shocker had run from the fire, he had not had time to note where he was going. Being new to the area, he didn't have a clue how to get back. And although Thunder had lived there all her life, finding her herd in the winding natural maze of Viridian Forest was close to impossible. The scent of smoke and ash masked any that she might recognise, and the forest looked so much different when it was black and burnt.
So now they wandered, searching for a familiar area. But neither Pokémon minded as much as would be expected. As long as they were together, nothing else mattered to Thunder and Shocker.
Shocker, I've been thinking, said Thunder. When we get back... would you like to be part of our herd?
Shocker looked down at the ground. He had thought this might happen. What can I say? he wondered. What can I tell her, without giving away my secret?
Shocker slowed down. I can't stop searching, he thought, no matter what. The image of a face came into his mind. I won't stop searching until I've found you, no matter what, he told it silently. I will find you.
But it was so hard! How could he leave Thunder? After what they'd been through, it would be impossible. What can I do? he pleaded silently. Oh, if only had never lost you in the first place...
I, I ... can't, he said finally.
Why not? asked Thunder. She regarded Shocker sadly. He closed his eyes as the painful memories of his past came flooding back. Thunder decided not to ask any more. She could tell it involved his past. Why, she wondered for the hundredth time, why doesn't he want anyone to find out his past? What could have happened? But she said nothing. She turned away so he wouldn't see the tears in her eyes.
Thunder... Shocker began. Please don't be too upset. It's not because of you. I wish I didn't have to leave, but I do. I really do love you.
Thunder turned back and looked into Shocker's eyes. A single tear slid over the scar on his cheek. I love you too Shocker, she said.
Then let's make the most of the time we have together, he replied.
Thunder nodded sadly.
I'll come back someday, Shocker said.
***
Shocker ran and ran. He was getting closer. She was around here somewhere. The image floated into his mind again. Yes, I'm going to find you, he thought. I'm right on your trail. He kept running, until he reached the edge of a forest.
Shocker stopped. This place was familiar. There was something about the bright new growth on the trees, the familiar smell...
Of course! Viridian Forest! He had been there before... The fire... Thunder!
The image in his mind was replaced with another. A Raichu.
I can go see Thunder again! he thought happily. But this time, I won't make the same mistake again. This time, I won't leave her. This time... I'll ask her to come with me.
The thoughts stirred another memory in Thunder's head. A human song he'd heard before somewhere. He couldn't help but sing it.
Talking away
I don't know what I'm to say
I'll say it anyway
Today's another day to find you
Shining away
I'll be coming for your love ok
Take on me (Take on me)
Take me on (Take on me)
I'll be gone in a day or two
So, needless to say at odds and ends
But I'll be stumbling away
Slowly learning that life is ok
Say after me
It's so much better to be safe than sorry
Take on me (take on me)
Take me on (take on me)
I'll be gone in a day or two
O, things that you say
Yeah, is it life or just a play
My worries away
You're all the things I've got to remember
You shine away
I'll be coming for you anyway
Take on me (take on me)
Take me on (take on me)
I'll be gone in a day or two
Take on me (take on me)
Take me on (take on me)
I'll be gone in a day or two
(Take on me)
(Take on me)
***
Shocker woke with a start. He looked around.
It was night. He and Thunder had decided to sleep at the base of a tree.
Shocker thought about the dream for a while. Eventually tiredness overcame him and he fell back asleep. The dream faded away almost immediately.
***
Another day of searching. Thunder was feeling much happier than yesterday. She thought about the fact that until they found the herd, she and Shocker would be together. She smiled. Thunder looked over at Shocker, and suddenly felt an overwhelming urge to sing. She did.
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
Wherever you go
Life before you
Was full of near misses
Uncertain nights
And half hearted kisses
Isn't it unbelievable
Almost inconceivable
But here you are
Like a waking dream
With love beyond imagining
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
Wherever you go
You look in my eyes
And I can see heaven
You hold me close
And it feels like forever
Isn't it unbelievable
Baby it's a miracle
'Cause here you are
Like an open door
To everything I've waited for
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
No matter how far
Or whatever winding road you choose
Wherever you are
I wanna be there
I wanna be there
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
That's where I wanna be
Wanna go wherever you lead
You are my heart and soul
I will always follow
Wherever you go
Wherever you go
Shocker smiled at Thunder and she smiled back. It isn't bad, they both thought, being lost.
TO BE CONTINUED...
Ack! You realise what this is!?! The secondary genre... IT'S A ROMANCE!!! *faints* *wakes up* I never thought I would write one... Actually, I never thought I could write one... Ah well, now you just have to review! The song Take Me On is very deep, so don't say it doesn't make sense. It does.