(Eighty-Two years later)

The sound of people talking, roused her from her sleep. She rose slowly, stretching, than padded over to the cave entrance. A bunch of humans were trekking through the dense forest she had made her home. Each of them were carrying hiking bags and tents rolled up underneath. Some of them carried other supplies, and a couple carried computers and equipment. *After all these years, they went right back to the technology that destroyed them in the first place.* She thought as she peered down, the younger Mew followed them closely. She smiled at her and shook her head. There had been four others like herself in that lab, and except for her, they were all simple pokemon to the scientist. They showed to have no powers like her and their attention span seemed rather small to fight a war. She had rescued them and assisted them into living in the wild with her.

Through the years, they had chosen each other to mate, they had grown, had offspring and multiplied their numbers while mankind was busy trying to rebuild their once strong and proud empire. She had been the only one that was so alone. She was different. She had developed a sort of 'handle' from the back of her neck to between her shoulder blades while she was gestating in the tank. The others had not. She had been the first experiment to be created, and had survived the others. After she had developed the scientist woman, Miss Kimmings had created others, only taking away the aggression and the need for rage and letting the creatures grow with love and compassion. She had called them Mews. Or Mew. Since it was the sound they seemed to make.

But she was different from the other Mews. She was much bigger, built different, and had powers beyond their imagining. About three years prior to this, she had evolved, exposure to the eclipse of the sun over the moon had caused her to change, other pokemon had explained it to her as the Evolution to a higher form. During her years in the wild, the other pokemon and the peoples who worshiped them had began to revere her as more a Goddess than a creation of science, although it was because of her creation they admired her. Most of them revered her because they feared her, and the pictures carved into walls spoke of how she rescued the Mews and taught them to survive. Thus sharing with all her heart, the abilities to love and live on. Now, not many of the Mews came to visit her. Some of them had died, having lived long enough. Only one came. She was the smallest Mew among them, and yet, the strongest. Armagedian liked her. She always found comfort in the little creature's presence.

She shook her head and looked back at the humans as they ran into the stone carving of Armagedian, she listened to them talk, it had been so long since she had spoken their language that she had to concentrate to understand.

"Ah! Look! It's the Legendary Ancient Mew! Do you think this is a sign?" One of the men asked the 'leader'.

"It's a sign that we're on the right track! Come on! Let's check it out!" The 'leader' said softly as he snapped a picture and stepped close to the wall.

As they examined the carving, Mew got close to them, she was intrigued by them, she had never seen anything like them before. They were like Armagedian's stories, only these humans didn't seem to be intent on ruling the world. She looked back nervously to be sure that her mentor wasn't watching. And snuck closer. These creatures sure look funny! They walk on two legs like Asha, but they don't look like they can balance very well. She thought as one of the men bumped the other, who was wobbling, trying to keep balance as the huge backpack swayed around.

"Hey! Help!" A young man yelped as he about fell over.

"Here! Grab my hand." A young woman said quickly, helping him to regain balance. They laughed together for a moment, than ran to catch up with the rest of the team. Mew followed them silently, curious beyond any sort of curiosity she'd ever had before.

They sound so funny! I wonder what they're saying. . .I'll have to ask Asha when I go back. She thought as she followed them just far enough down the embankment of the river not to be seen, but she could see them. Uh oh! She thought as she realized in what direction they were going. Asha's not going to like this! She thought as they emerged in the clearing where the ruins of one of the old temples used to stand.



Armagedian looked down from her den to see the humans standing at the ruins entrance, her hackles rose and she could feel a growl forming in her chest, but she didn't have a way to get it out. It had been so long since she'd used her voice, she didn't know if it would still work.

The humans walked forward to the wall which they saw from a distance. Each of them with eyes wide and jaws dropped. The 'leader' of this expedition sent three other humans in search of whatever they were looking for. It was nearly three hours before they came back, and in that time, Armagedian decided they weren't worth looking at anymore.

Mew watched them as they stared in awe of the carving, she couldn't see them very well. I wonder if I can get closer without them seeing me. I want to get a closer look at them. She thought as she hovered down a little lower so that she could see them completely, but as she did. She noticed her shadow just in time to quickly move before the humans had time to react. Whew! That was close! Maybe I'll just be happy with a distance view for right now. Thank goodness that Asha's stories were right and humans have slow reactions! She thought as she floated to a more safe distance to watch them with a little more caution.

"Wow! Did you see that?! Could it have been!? No! Their suppose to be extinct!" Was the general rush of comments as they turned quickly to try and catch a glance at their sudden visitor. As they were looking out, two men walked in carrying a small covered box, which was casting off a soft glow.

"Sir! If this is what we think it might be, than we're all set!" One of the men said as they set the box down and moved the cover away from it and everyone gasped. The 'leader' motioned them all over to the small tent they had erected upon reaching the ruins, and they walked in.

The 'leader' looked over at the woman, who was digging through her bag, she cursed and threw some things out as she searched. Finally she found it, and started to put it together on the makeshift table. "Right, now, if this really is a fossil of a Mew, than. . ." He stopped as she carefully lifted the lid and gently placed the fossil onto the slide under her scope. She checked it out carefully, reviewing it over and over again for nearly twenty minutes.

Everyone waited, afraid to even breath as she examined the fossil. Finally, she looked up and motioned another man over to her. "What is it, Jenny?" He asked as he sat down where she indicated. He looked into it for a moment and than smiled broadly. "I think we're in business!"

I wonder what's made them so happy? Was it the claw shell? Or the eyelash? It's not that great of a thing. Mew thought as she turned looked through the tent's window. She took one last glance and than left in search of Asha.



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Asha looked solemnly at the ruins, she could see the humans in their tent moving around, but she couldn't tell what was going on. She watched Mew nearly be discovered and reminded herself that she would have a talk with that little one when she seen her last. If the humans stay more than ten minutes more, I'll personally remove them. . .She was thinking as she felt her powers stirring with their threatening presence, but before she got a chance, they walked out and began to dismantle the tent, a couple of them heading off towards civilization once more. She exhaled her breath and laid back down. She was very wary of life now, her body didn't ache her as she pretended, and though she was the oldest there, she didn't feel as old as she must look. Her once deep blue fur had changed to a softer, nearly white and silver, and her dark underbelly, have softened to a paler color as well. She knew it was because of her evolution, but she let the other Mews think it was because of age.

She curled her tail up beside her legs and placed her head down on her front paws, she could feel the dampness of the cave seeping in through her fur, and welcomed it. The heat outside was nearly unbearable to her. She had already developed her winter coat and now faced the scorching temps of the remainder of Summer until Fall came and the temperatures plummeted.

For a moment, there was nothing but silence, the last of the humans' voices disappearing into the background, but as soon as she shut her eyes, she felt Mew coming. Oh no, here we go again! She thought as she sat up and prepared to intercept the little Mew.

*Asha! Asha! There are funny people here who look a lot like the 'humans' you described to me in your stories! They came here to get something and got all excited when they found a couple of old claw shells and some hairs. What do they want? Are they gonna come back?!* Setting aside the fact that the little Mew's voice was filled with concern, Asha (Armagedian) knew that the little Mew wanted to see them again. She had an unsatiable appetite for the mysterious and unusual. And for the deepest back forests the ruins lay, it was a first for many of the Pokemon there.

Asha sat up a little more. *They became excited about that?* What ever for?! She thought to herself as she listened to the Mew's story about what had happened. Could they be trying to use Gene splicing again? But if so, how would they know about me? The only people who knew about me were killed nearly nine decades ago. So, why are they suddenly after me? She paused in her thoughts and concentrated on what was around. Than remembered that the carving very plainly showed a Pokemon that none of them had ever seen, and a couple of the younger Mews told stories about being seen by strange creatures with odd skins. The older ones knew from Asha what these creatures were and consulted her about it. She told them to move deeper into the woods, where all the dangerous Pokemon kept all the young, stupid ones away and were the strong ones became meals easily. Could they be trying to recreate me? Or one of the other Mews? But. . .whatever for? She thought, than turned her attention directly onto Mew. *So, you say that they were all excited about pieces of my shredding? Did they carry anything that looks like this?* She asked the Mew, sending a picture of a high-tech DNA scope.

Mew thought for a second and than shook her head slowly. *No, it didn't look like that, but it had the same kinda shape and they did put the pieces underneath it like you showed me.* She replied back, eager to hear what the other had to say. She seems almost scared of what I'm telling her, can it really be that bad? If so, what will that mean for us? She thought as she looked intently at the other's pale blue eyes. They seemed so sharp, and clear that Mew shivered involuntarily.

Asha ignored the shiver, she knew what the other must be feeling when she looked at her. She was the only one which looked like her. She stood a towering five feet above the others, she knew she intimidated them badly sometimes. *Perhaps it's time a interfered once more. . .* She started to say, but Mew spoke up quickly.

*What if I were to go and see what is happening and let you know what's happening? That would be better than having to go through all of that again. I know how much those human 'no powers' hurt you. I don't want to see you have to remember them any more than you already do.* The little Mew said skillfully, she was already planning to go and investigate the humans, but she wanted Asha to allow her to do it willingly, verses having her track her down and bring her back to the forest. She held back the wince of what would happen after that.

Asha thought about it and gently touched the other's mind. She smiled as Mew waited for the answer. *Since your going to go whether you have my permission or not, I'd rather say yes, but allow me the time to teach you a few techniques that might prove useful just in case you need to fight.* She said, Mew blushed furiously as she realized she had left herself wide open. Than frowned at Asha.

*Fight? But I was taught that we flee, and avoid conflict. I don't know how to fight.* Mew stated her brow furrowed in confusion.

Asha smiled. *Exactly, that's why you shouldn't be rushing off into lands that you are not familiar with, without knowing how to protect yourself. In other lands, you are not known, and it will be up to you to keep it that way. If you allow yourself to become caught or wounded, our fates will be in your hands. Try to avoid people, but if it is necessary, than you may be seen, just avoid being caught or fighting directly with humans. Phase out before they can catch up with you.* Asha told Mew firmly, yet with a tenderness in her voice that showed true compassion. It was one of the things that she learned when she left for the wild. Compassion was not an easy lesson, and she nearly died because of it, but she learned and survived the hardest trials her life. Being alone. Completely. With no one else like her anywhere. It was hard, but she learned to go on.

Mew nodded and smiled back sheepishly. *How long do you think it will take to teach me? I want to go before it's too late.* Mew started but Asha held up a delicately large paw.

"Do you know how to understand their language?" She asked in the human tongue. Mew stared at her, thunderstruck by the sound.

*Those sounds! That's what I heard those humans saying! You can make their sounds?!* Mew awed as she watched Asha's mouth move in a motion hers could not.

*This is something I will also have to teach you. If you do not know their language than you will not know what is going on. Besides, if they do create another. . .like me, than it will speak their language more than likely, having never learned its own native language. You have a lot to learn little one.* Mew nodded, her mouth still open and eyes wide with awe.

*That I do.* She agreed as she sank to the ground and sat in front of the massive Pokemon feline. Asha smiled down and looked out to the ruins, and than back at Mew. Mew thought for a moment, maybe she saw a tear sliding down her friends face.

*I need to do something first, go and tell your family that I have need of your help for a while, but do not tell them of the humans. Tell them that I wish a companion, I have grown wary and need someone to speak with. Go now. I have matters to attend.* She told the Mew.

Mew nodded and left, not saying a word. I believe she's crying! I've never seen her cry like this, the pain in her eyes is. . .strange. Almost like she's in physical pain, but she has no wound. Maybe I'll wait a little while before I leave. Just to see what she's going to do. Mew thought as she floated out of the cave and into the dense forest, to hide in the thick trees and vines that would give her a clear view. Maybe she'll need my comfort. She has been very sad over the past few years, and it seems to be getting worse now. Mew thought as she watched Asha.

Asha looked out the cave and watched Mew disappear into the trees. Go now, fast and sure. The faster you come back, the sooner we'll get started. She tried to think of something that was not of the human nature. It was very difficult. Her throat hurt from speaking their language. Her evolution had not left her with much of a voice. She used her mental voice almost constantly now. She was not what she once was. And it was very evident. She raised herself up and stood slowly, she seldom stood on two legs, she wanted to disavow her differences with the other Mews, and this was one of them. She towered over them all. Standing at a little under six foot four inches, compared to their highest at four foot even. Her paws were different, tipped with long lethal claws, and her body had muscles which she had long since abandoned. It's time I took up my shape again for fighting. I might need it. If they successfully clone me, than I may have to fight him or her. She thought as she swished her tail in anger. She raised herself without effort and floated out the cave. She landed at the ruins, her feet lightly touching the ground as she landed.

She looked down at her reflection in a small puddle at her side. She seen what she never expected. A large, graceful feline, her face was set small, her mussel held several sharp teeth and lethal fangs. Her shoulders were broad and built with a heavier skin and coating than the rest of her body, protecting her heart and lungs. She turned her head and saw the strange growth that went from the back of her head to between her shoulder blades, she lifted a paw up to touch it and winced as her muscles pulled tight. I'm going to have to work on that. She muttered to herself as she sank down on all fours and looked around.

She put her nose to the ground and sniffed delicately. The scent of humans was still strong. She stood again and bowed her head. This is wrong. I should just let the humans do as they will, perhaps they will destroy themselves this time. I am tired of dealing with them. They brought me into this world with no greater purpose than to use me as a weapon to destroy millions of innocent people. They wanted me only for my powers. Not because of what or who I am. My personality was obviously a mistake, since he, Damien, expected me to obey him completely. She thought as she looked back into the ruins. She smirked slightly. How could they ever know that this was the sight of the old lab. It's so ironic that they came here to find specimen for their experiment when I was born here. She silenced her thoughts as she concentrated on the memories of her past. They were painful and caused her to grind her teeth in agony of the pain of her rage.

Mew watched her with sympathy. I wish I could help her. But perhaps the best way I can help her is to go and do what I wanted. If I can find out what's going on, maybe she won't have to do anything about it herself. I'm sure she'd love that. Mew thought as she looked back once more before she took off for the small community in the mountains just twenty miles away.

Asha looked around her misery. Why couldn't there have been another? They created several Mews, but they didn't even think about trying to create another like me. It's a cruel and twisted world that I live in now. Some things may never change, if they're going to do what I think they are, history will repeat itself. She thought as she lowered herself back down to the ground and looked over into the forest.

A Primeape glared back, but stayed his distance, she had long since gotten the respect and fear of most of the creatures here, and those that she did not, weren't concerned about anything, especially life. From behind the Primeape was a little Meowth kitten, it wobbled and tottered, but its mother Persian was there to catch it when it started to fall. Asha felt a pang in her heart, she narrowed her eyes in frustration. She wanted to have a family so badly, but there were no others of her kind. She envied the Mews when they fell in love, and when they proudly showed off their young, or the grandparents held their grandchildren high. Lucky, I wonder if she realizes just how lucky she truly is. She thought as she watched them, until the Persian saw her and guided her cub into a different direction.

Asha sighed and went out to hunt some food before Mew came back. She remembered how much Mew hated it when she ate large amounts of freshly caught meat in front of her. She moved quickly on all fours into the forest, everything that could see, hear, smell, and even feel her presence scattered away. They knew that the show she put on for the Mews was a falsehood, that she was more fit than all of them combined.

Not far in front of her, about two and a half miles, the dense forest stopped abruptly and opened into a huge clearing where Taurus' liked to graze. She smiled wickedly as she crouched down and sped up. Mankeys jumped for cover as they spotted her, she ignored them and kept going forward. As the shadows flickered across her body, her eyes took on a evil lavender glow, everything just burst out of the forests. The Taurus' jumped at all the commotion, trying to see which way to run. In that moment of confusion, she had one. It was a swift lunge into the air and a quick turn, and she landed on its back with her hind feet, dug in her claws and bit hard with her teeth, breaking its spine and ripping out the back of its neck with one clean blow. The beast was dead before it even stopped running. She smiled and carried her prize back into the forest, to return to her favorite eating spot, than wash up before Mew came back.



When Mew finally returned to the cave, she found Asha munching on berries. *They said I could stay for as long as you needed me. So I'm free to do as you and I wanted. . .* Mew started to say, but Asha silenced her with a small wave of her paw.

*Now, you know that it wasn't really my idea for you to go running off in search of these humans. It's very dangerous and risky. If you are caught, I'm going to have to go and get you. I don't think you want me to have to do that.* Asha reminded Mew softly, than pushed most of the berries in front of her over to Mew. *Eat, we're going to start your practicing soon.* Mew did as she was told and watched the other in awe.

*So, what are we going to start with?* Mew asked as she munched on a couple of the berries.

Asha thought for a moment and than settled on something simple. *I'm going to teach you how to create a barrier that will protect you from nearly everything.* Mew frowned at Asha, who smiled and went in a little more detail. *Do you remember when you were taught by your mother how to make a bubble to play in? A barrier is very similar to that, only, it's a little more solid and more durable. You don't have to worry about running into anything and it popping on you.* Mew's eyes went wide, she loved playing in her bubbles.

*Yeah! I love doing that! I do it all the time! You showed me how to make one that would support me so that I could flop down on it and play a little rougher with it!* Asha nodded, and gestured outside.

*When you are finished eating, I will take you outside and we will begin the lessons, this should only take you about an hour at the most to learn. Than, we'll start on teaching you how to understand human languages.* Mew stared at her in amazement.

*You mean there are more than one!?* Asha just smiled.