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Chapter 7 To The True King!
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I can't believe it, Jaime said.

Jaime, look at that black crystal. It's emitting some sort of wave, you can
see it. Gary pointed out.

Jaime could see it, although the waves of its black magic' were small and
disappeared into nothingness after a second, Jaime knew that they weren't gone at all. That's what's controlling the pokemon Jaime whispered to
Gary.

And how would you know that, Gary said sarcastically.

You're about to see, Jaime said.

Gary was suddenly surprised when Jaime lashed out with her powers at the
crystal.

Jaime, what ar_ but he couldn't finish he watched the crystal shatter
into thousands of pieces right before his eyes.

A brilliant flash took over the entire room and Gary covered his face. Jaime's eye's were glued as she saw a black shadow in the shape of a giant bird fly up from the crystal. It's deep evil laughter made her gasp in astonishment before she saw it disintegrate before her.

The light quickly died down. Gary looked up to see that Jaime had seen the
whole thing. She rubbed her eyes and looked back into the room.

she cried as she ran into the room and saw Mewtwo lying on
the floor.

Gary followed her but was quickly knocked down to the ground by a very happy...Hexus? Mewtwo slowly got to his hands and paws. Jaime dropped down to her hands and knees and helped Mewtwo a little. Mewtwo looked up into his former trainer's face. Jaime could only hope that her suspicions were right, but
by the look on his face she didn't think so.

Mewtwo stared at her angrily, Jaime, what

Then, his expression changed to relaxed, What am I doing here?

Jaime laughed and tears of relief started to flow down her cheeks as she
threw her arms around the big cat. You're back, I finally got you back!
Jaime choked.

Have I missed something? Mewtwo asked.

You were being controlled by some black magic emitting from some sort of
crystal, Jaime explained as she picked up a piece off the floor and showed
it to the psychic cat.

Mewtwo took the black shard of crystal and examined it in his paws. The
small shard brought back memories that he could not find the words to
explain.

Jaime cut Mewtwo off.

You know my name, use it!

My apologies, Jaime, tell me, what have I done during this trance that I
was under?

I don't even know where to begin, Jaime sighed, her face saddened.

At that moment Katie and Sean ran into the room to see a very happy Alakazam
clinging to Gary's side and Mewtwo intently listening to Jaime.

I think we missed all the action, Sean remarked.

Katie shook her head, I don't think there was.

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It was late afternoon before Jaime finished telling Mewtwo all the details
of what had happened. Mewtwo seemed quite disturbed by the news. He was even more horrified when Jaime explained to him what pokemon have been doing to the children.

Oh boy Mewtwo sighed.

Talk about your real fixer upper! Hexus said.

No, that's not the worst of it. This war that rages is not over yet, Mewtwo
said.

What do mean, I broke the curse off of you! It's got to be over, Jaime
yelled in anger.

What do you think made the crystal you fool! What do you think commanded us
from it! Don't be so dense human! Mewtwo replied in an equally angered
tone, but he regained his composure to continue, It will only be a matter
of time before he' finds out what has happened here, and when he does he'll
quickly resume control over me and my soldiers again.

Jaime looked at her friends, she looked down at her feet, sighed and headed
out towards the balcony of the room. Mewtwo followed her. As she looked out
over the pokemon kingdom, Jaime said, Let me guess, this thing is much too
powerful for you to take on alone, right?

Even if I had the entire kingdom battle this evil, we would not be powerful
enough. What we need is Mewtwo trailed off as if he didn't know, or he
did. He just didn't want to say.

Jaime focused out apon the kingdom one last time before she turned to
Mewtwo, a smile on her face.

Where do we find this dude? she asked.

Mewtwo smiled.

The two returned to the safety of the castle and Jaime explained what would
happen. Katie and Sean were up for the challenge, Gary on the other hand,
well, he need a little more persuading.

Listen, I'm supposed to be the leader here, and it's my choice whether
we_Ouch! Gary yelled when Jaime grabbed him by the ear. An old stand by if
you didn't have something hard to hit him over the head with!

Now you will listen to me Gary! Mewtwo said that if this evil' isn't
taken care of, things will just go back to the way it was! Do you want
that? Jaime asked, her eyes had a pleading puppy dog look. How could Gary
look that off?

Gary said, You win.

Thank you, she said before she kissed him lovingly.

Gary returned the affection but didn't say a word.

Mewtwo stopped the moment, much to their dismay. You have a long journey
ahead of you. The true king was the one that had placed the crystal here and
took over me and my soldiers. The other pokemon were my own doing and shall
remain that way.

"As for the King, he has destroyed humans that were in his area or has entered his
area. His soldiers are much stronger and don't hold any mercy for humans.
The king will seem nearly impossible to beat, but I know you four can do
it!

Where do we find him? Gary asked.

In Blackthorn City, within the Dragons Den, you will find the king, but I
suggest you go to the Tin tower first. You find an alley there that might be
able to help you. The King doesn't know about him yet. Tell him Mewtwo sent
you. He will gladly help.

And what will you do once we're gone? Katie asked.

As King of Kanto I shall restore proper order, return the humans to normal
and of course, await your eager return. If your mission is successful I can
guarantee that you will be rewarded.

Jaime asked.



Will, this be exactly like last time when we first she cut herself out,
unable to find the words.

The King will undoubtedly be awaiting your arrival, but beware. He has
soldiers everywhere, the pokemon there are awaiting their freedom, and have
been praying for a miracle. I pray that you are their mirical.

I never thought that I'd be saying this but, Mewtwo, you can count on us to
get the job done! Gary said with a salute

Be careful Children of Legend.' The King will be your most powerful test
yet. I was just a mere pawn. We await your return.

The kids left.