C. Cowboy: Two more to go! The final battle between Mitch and Ash is about to take place, and Mitch has hit Ash way below the belt with him using Pikachu against him. Is Amanda's control stronger then Ash and Pikachu's friendship? Find out shortly! R&R

CHAPTER 14: The Final Confrontation

            Ash couldn't believe his eyes. Right in front of him stood Pikachu ready to down him. Ash knew with his injuries he couldn't take too many electric shocks, especially the ultra shock. Pikachu then sent a thunder shock at him. Ash jumped out of the way. And looked back at the emotionless Pokemon. "Pikachu, listen to me!  Fight it! Fight Amanda's control! You can do it! Fight it!" Ash cried but Pikachu's face remained unchanged. "Pikachu, Do you remember when we first met? How much you hated me? And then you saved me from the fearow after we got Misty's bike? How about all the times you teased me about how I felt about Misty? Well you don't have to tease me anymore, because we're together now!" with that Pikachu's eyes softened a little, but he sent out another thunderbolt. "How about the time we fought Lt Surge for his Gym Badge? How you never gave in even though his Riachu was stronger, or a week ago on that cliff? When you said that I was your best friend? Pikachu I'm not your master, I'm your friend! And you're my BEST friend!" Pikachu's eyes went wide like he had just woken up but then went back to no emotion. Mitch then walked back up beside Amanda, "OK, Pikachu, finish him with a Ultra Shock. Then the usual bubble formed around Pikachu, and then he absorbed it into his cheeks. "Once more for safe measure." Pikachu did as he was ordered and absorbed another bubble, doubling his power. "Come on Pikachu, after everything we've been through together, please I know you're stronger then her!" He just stared at Ash for a moment when Mitch spoke up, "Face it 'Adrian, Pikachu is under our control now. Finish it now, Pikachu!" Pikachu then winked at Ash and spun around to face Amanda and Mitch, "PIKA PI KA CHHUUUU!!!!" (CONTROL THIS, BEE-OTCH!!!!) Pikachu then sent the massive blast in their direction. The blast hit the thrown, sending Mitch and Amanda fling through the air. They both hit the ground hard, and knocked the crown off Amanda's head: freeing all the Pokemon. Pikachu jumped into Ash's arms. Even though Ash's arm hurt he held his little friend tight.

Ash then saw Amanda crawling toward the crown. Ash dove for the crown. They both reached the crown at the same time. "Let go, Ketchum!!" Amanda squealed as she pulled on the crown. Then four vines wrapped around Amanda and pulled her back away from the crown. Ash fell backwards with the crown in his hand.

Mewtwo hovered in front of Ash, Put on the crown, Ash! You've always wanted to be the World's Greatest Pokemon Master, now is your chance! Put on the crown and we will rule all Human and Pokemon! I know it's always been your dream to 'catch em all', well now's your chance!  Ash stared at the crown to say he was tempted would be an understatement. Pikachu and all his other Pokemon gathered around him. "What do you think guys?" They all just looked at each other and then back at Ash with out a sound.

It is your choice and yours alone; after all you are the chosen one. If anyone has the right to wear that crown, it is you. Ash looked up to see Lugia staring at him. But remember the price you will have to pay for that crown. Is it worth loosing your loved ones? Ash looked at the crown again, "Misty…" Ash then stood up and tossed the crown into the air, "PIKACHU!!! ULTRASHOCK THE CROWN NOW!!!" Pikachu powered up and launched the blast at the crown, turning it to dust. NOOOO!!!! I COULD HAVE HAD MY REVENGE, BUT YOU HAD TO RUIN IT!!!  Mewtwo screamed into everyone's mind as he powered up. IF I CAN'T RULE, I'LL JUST HAVE TO SETTLE FOR YOUR BLOOD ON MYY HANDS!!!" Mewtwo said as he launched an attack at Ash. Lugia raised an energy shield around Ash, "Alright, Pikachu Ultra Shock, Chikarita and Bulbasaur Solar Beam, Cendaquill Fire Blast, Totadile Hydropump, Lugia Hyper Beam! Ash sent the commands and the Pokemon began to power up for their attacks. The Pokemon sent the Attacks but they were not enough to break Mewtwo's Shield. Then more attacks joined in. Ash looked to see other Pokemon helping by sending their most powerful attacks at Mewtwo. From Razor Leaf to Confusion Attacks flew like fireworks and Mewtwo was starting to weakening. They were well over a hundred attacks hitting the genetically engineered Pokemon. Ash looked over and saw Pikachu hadn't attacked yet, he was still powering up more then he had ever before. Mewtwo's Bubble began to buckle As Pikachu finally sent a blast bigger the all the attacks put together. It past through Mewtwo's shield like it was nothing and knocked Mewtwo back through the back wall. Ash set down and breathed a sigh of relief. He then held his breath when the rubble was pushed a side and a battered and bleeding Pokemon. It breathed heavily and looked like it was on its last leg. IF…I…GO…DOWN… I'M…TAKING YOU…WITH ME… Mewtwo said as he sent a blast into the ground before he collapsed. The temple started to quake. Ash looked at the panicking Pokemon, "GET OUT NOW!" the wild Pokemon and then Brock and Misty's (Except Togapi) were first out but Ash's waited on him Ash helped them and the tied up Amanda onto Lugia's back and was about to join them when it hit him. Togapi wasn't there.

"You guys go on, I'll be right behind you."  Ash said as he turned to go back into the main chamber. Pikachu jumped to his shoulder. "Oh no! You're going with them, Pikachu!" Pikachu looked angry, "Pika Pikachu!" (The Hell I am!) "Pikachu do you remember your promise? That you would take care of Misty till I got back?" Pikachu nodded sadly "Don't worry, Pika Pal, As soon as I get Togapi, I'll be right out!" Pikachu nodded and jumped back to Lugia's Back, "Pi Pika Pi pichu!" (You better, or else!) Lugia took off down the long hallway as Ash watched them go and turned to go when the quakes started once again.

"Hang on Togapi! I'm on my way!" Ash said as he limped as fast as he could down the hall.

TO BE CONCLUDED…

C. COWBOY: Well one more to go. BTW: I am planning a sequel! I've got a great idea that will follow this one up nicely. It will take place a few weeks after the end of this story. I won't tell any more until next time, because I don't want to spoil the ending. Speaking of next time, you think that there have been some dramatic moments, but you haven't seen nothing yet! The final chapter will simply be call 'Sacrifice'. As the title suggests someone WON'T make out alive. Until next time!