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Chapter 8 Somewhere Out There
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The woods are awfully quiet these past few weeks Jaime said, snuggling into Gary to keep warm from the night's harsh chill.
Are you comfy? cause I'm not Gary said.
Jaime answered in content.
Gary sighed in frustration. Sean held his girl tightly to keep her warm but at least he could boast for his comfort.
The winter months were settling into Kanto and heading towards the warmer Johto was not going to be an easy task. The snow was falling lightly outside and the group and found a small thicket in which to spend the night. Jaime moved a little to back away from the fire; Gary taking the opportunity to move himself
We better get some sleep Sean said as Katie was far ahead of his own words. She was asleep on him!
Gary agreed. He leaned up against the thick bushy wall of the thicket and closed his eyes, but when he didn't feel the weight of Jaime up against him he opened them to check. She was still sitting near the campfire.
he called quietly.
She looked over at the sound of his voice.
We need to sleep now Gary said.
I can't sleep She remarked casually.
It's an order Gary said on an equal note. Come on and he patted the ground next to him.
Reluctantly, Jaime got up and laid down next to him. At least make it look like you're going to sleep Gary said as he put one arm around her, sighed contentedly and fell into peaceful slumber.
Jaime pulled her coat tighter, turned over, and buried her face in Gary's sweater. She was grateful that Mewtwo had let them get some new clothes before they headed out, and she was even more happy when Mewtwo had teleported them over halfway to there destination. Now they were only two days away from Johto instead of six months.
Bless his heart Jaime said before she closed her eyes to make an attempt at sleep. She succeeded.
The soft sound winter winds whispered in Jaime's ear, waking her from sleep. Jaime looked around, everyone was still asleep and she told herself not to wake them up. One of Gary's arms were around her chest. She slowly moved it off and crawled out of the thicket.
It was still dark outside and she could see no sign of the sun, but as she looked up into the sky a smile crossed her face. The entire forest was covered in snow from head to toe and the stars above danced about one another. Suddenly Jaime felt a hand grab her shoulder. With a gasp she turned around to see Gary.
Why are you out here he asked.
Just taking in the last beauty of this place before we go face the King.
Gary looked into her sparkling eyes and as he slowly lowered his head to kiss her, he quietly remarked You're all the beauty I need
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The woods were silent and the group could sense that they were close to the Johto borders.
Remember, Mewtwo said that there would be a small town nearby, Gary said, So stick close
Jaime stopped and paused for a moment. Her eyes scanned the surrounding woods. There was no snow past the Johto border, and it surprisingly seemed like fall with all the fallen leaves. The forest floor was covered in the brilliant orange of fall but fall was long over; it would snow here soon too.
She allowed her eyes to scan the path, her ears to listen to the barren fields. Suddenly Jaime silently yelled, and they all dove into a nearby bush.
It was at that moment an Ursering in armor passed by them. He stopped for a moment, looked around, sniffed the air, grunted and left.
That was close Jaime sighed.
Good thing you have strong hearing Katie remarked.
Oh please, anyone could've heard that dude if Gary would only shut his mouth for once Jaime remarked as she walked by him. Gary only scoffed in annoyance.
After about an hour of walking they kids peaked the top of a hill and to their surprise they saw a little town nestled snug at the bottom.
That's it, Gary said What you are looking at is he paused and bowed his head in remorse as he continued Azalea Town.
The others respectively did the same in remembering the way everything used to be before the wars.
No, please don't hurt my baby! a Mother Murkow yelled, running to protect her baby boy. Their human pet was standing in front of the child and mom protectively. A Rhydon in armor merely laughed at the human's attempt to protect it's family, and he knocked it out of the way with his giant rock hard hand.
The human flew a few feet then landed roughly on the ground.
The child yelled, going for the human but his mother held him back.
The Guard laughed and was about to continue when a voice cut in.
You know, it would be interesting to see how well these guards compare to Mewtwo's wouldn't you say Sean? the voice said in a cheeky way.
The Rhydon looked up onto a nearby roof to see a boy with brown shaggy hair looking down at him.
I think one of the girls would like to dance with this big fella, Gary. How about you Katie? Sean asked.
The Rhydon looked to another roof opposite side of the street to see the boy named Sean looking down at the door of the house Gary was perched on.
Katie smiled Oh no! That would ruin my new french manicure I just got, she remarked, the boys scoffed But I think I know someone who's looking for a little fun right Jaime
Suddenly Oh, I'd think I'd like to play with him for a little while a voice said out of the shadows of a side alley next to the Rhydon. Jaime slowly walked out of the shadows, an evil grin plastered to her lips, it resembled the one Gary used to taunt Ash. Or at least until he dies she finished.
Gary chuckled Man, I love that girl more and more each day and with a clap of his hands he broke into laughter.
Jaime quickly glanced up at the laughing fool then back at the guard. He pointed the spear he had at Jaime. She just waved a finger at him in a mocking manner. Now I haven't tried to hurt you yet and didn't your mother ever tell you not to play with sharp objects?
At that moment Jaime's eyes flared up and so did the Rhydon's spear RIGHT IN HIS HANDS! The Rhydon dropped his spear immediately to the ground and watched it turn into ashes before his eyes.
The Rhydon looked at the girl and let out a vicious roar. Jaime just smiled as she watched the solider vent his anger out on the spot, then with a snort the Pokemon Solider looked at the girl with anger. Jaime just smiled casually. The solider was not impressed, and with a malicious roar the solider charged with little warning towards the unsuspecting girl. He lowered his head and closed his eyes, preparing to ram the girl but instead rammed the wall of the back alley, he had missed! Or had he?
The enraged Rhydon looked around and smiled to himself when he saw the hand of Jaime poking out lifelessly from under a pile of rubble. Gary's face was full of shock. he said under his breath at the same time hinted with worry.
Just then the pile of bricks and rubble exploded and everyone gasped to see Jaime floating in the air smiling down at the Rhydon evilly. What was even more shocking was she didn't even have a scratch on her.
That was a good try Jaime said admittingly But now it's my turn she finished with a chuckle.
It was then she drew in her arms, legs and head; A purplish pink aurora surrounding her, then she shot herself out at the same moment unleashing a wave of psychic energy at the rock pokemon. Everyone watched as the attack hit the Rhydon the tremendous force then sent it flying and landing with a crash on the road. It's armor was badly in need of repair, pieces started to fall from it. The Rhydon looked up to see Jaime, she was looking at him angrily Go away and never come back she ordered coldly.
The Rhydon was on his feet in a second and he took off, his armor making him sound like an old junky car. And that takes care of that! Jaime finished and she brushed her hands together.
I knew you could do it Gary said as he approached Jaime from behind and gave her a quick kiss on the cheek. Jaime giggled happily.
You had us all fooled for a second there Sean said passing her a high five.
Dude I was totally fine. The bricks were just floating an inch above me, that's all. I had my hand out for a trick is all Jaime explained briefly.
Oh how can we thank you? The mother Murkow said approaching the children.
The child cried.
Everyone looked over to see the child crying it's eyes out because it's human was...
I got it! Katie chimed.
She walked over to the body and put her hand down on it. A quick flash of light took over the inert human and as quick as it had appeared it vanished, then the boy moved. He sat up and shook his head then looked at all of them.
he asked.
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So, you are headed to Ecruteak City huh? The father Murkow said.
Yup, I've been there once. I could give you that mental picture... for a price that is he chuckled.
Harold! they saved your boy's life including mine. We owe them that much. Especially if they can stop all this misery The Mother said.
Jaime repeated.
Yeah, the king treats us all like dirt. He doesn't control all of us by some crystal, he uses fear and power! the child explained.
Power by fear Katie concluded.
And one day when I'm big enough, I'm going to show him who's boss the child protested and he let his little dart gun fly, the small play toy going right through the father's news paper and attaching onto his beak.
He must use the crystals to make his power go over long ranges. Gary said.
That's all I can think of too but what if he uses them for communication as well! Sean added.
It's a strong possibility Jaime finished. She turned to the father Sir we need you to think of a part of the city right now Jaime ordered.
The father mumbled something about taking orders from humans as he closed his eyes and pictured a part of Ecruteak City.
Okay sir Jaime said, and when he opened his eyes he was surprised to find them... gone!
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The children reappeared in a back alley in the middle of Ecruteak City. They cautiously walked to the corner and Jaime peeked out from around the into the street. Then suddenly to Jaime's shock a human was thrown out into streets and surrounded by guards.
What did I do?! the man yelled!
You have regained all your thought and you are obviously older than 20 human. You are considered dangerous to the public and other pet humans. Because of that you will be destroyed! A guard stated out loud laughing.
I would never hurt another human being, you god damned pokemon however can just take your stupid rules about us humans and the rest of you for that matter and shove it up you god damned asses! The man yelled.
Its to bad you think that way, the king might have granted mercy on you the guard said with a chuckle.
You want to know what your king is, he's a idiotic, screwed up pokemon! that's what he is and I curse him a million times you FREAKS!!! the man yelled.
No one insults our king! you have gone to far human, for that the penalty is death! the guard yelled.
The guards standing around the man grabbed him while the main guard that the human had been venting at went around behind him. The main guard, a Rhydon, put a stone hand on the human man's shoulder, leaned forward, and pulled him back, then he whispered something into the man's ear.
I'll make this nice and slow and extremely painfully the Rhydon mumbled into the mans ear.
Then the guard backed away and slowly started to push his spear into the mans back. The human let out a crying yell of pain as the guards and surround pokemon laughed, treating this whole event as if it were a simple side show.
Before the spear cut right throw the man's stomach, the guard switched directions and slowly started stabbing up towards the man's brains. The man was still very much alive and his screams were echoing through out the entire city. The Rhydon eruptly removed his spear from the man just before it reached his skull, and the sound of his insides being untangled from the metal head nearly made the kids want to throw up.
The guards holding the man turned him around, the human's staggered breathing and shocked eyes were signs of his pain. The guard smiled as he held his spear next to him and with an evil grin said It was nice playing with you human and the giant rock type pokemon thrusted his weapon into the man's skull, stopped and started twisting his spear making the humans brains turn puree and drip from his forehead onto the cold hard cement. When he removed the spear and the guards dropped him. Jaime swore she heard the thud of the man's head hit the pavement.
Amazingly enough the man still seemed to be alive as his jaw quivered and tears came from his eyes. The Rhydon laughed thunderously and leaped onto the man's head crushing it beneath his feet like a kid jumping into puddle on a rainy day. The man's head burst and his blood, brains, and shattered pieces of his skull flew everywhere.
The guards and the towns people laughed hysterically, some even cheered. The kids couldn't bare to watch. Jaime and Katie hid their faces in the boy's shirts and the boys looked away from the scene in disgust.
Who's next?! the guard shout out joyously!
Over here! my human! they heard a pokemon shout.
Jaime and the others gasped as they realized they were doing this for sport, just for fun and entertainment!
Jaime felt her rage burn within her causing her powers to spark.
Jaime no! Gary snapped quietly at her, These guys mean business and we can't take out the whole city or we'll cause a ruckus. We can't have that happen, we have a mission right now! Gary restated making the objective clear.
But they're going to_ Jaime said and gary cut her off.
I know, but just watch he replied.
Gary closed his eyes for a moment and the others watched as sudden dark clouds loomed over head. Just then the low rumble of thunder and a quick flash of lighting signaled a downpour drenching everything within seconds. Gary opened his eyes and motioned the others to watch the pokemon.
Obviously not pleased with the weather now that their fun time had been cut short, the human's life, although unknown to her, had been spared for the moment. Jaime hugged the boy and gave him a quick kiss on the cheek. I know I could count on you she said.
Gary smiled and then looked to the others Come on, we have to get going now. This storm will keep any pokemon off the streets making it roughly safe but we won't take chances.
The others made a sound of agreement and followed Gary out into the streets.
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Tin Towers
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The rain was coming down like mad, hail had fallen only moments before. Two guards standing outside of the entrance to Tin Tower wore the exact same uniform as the palace guards that used to be at the castle in England.
The guards stood perfectly still and soundless as the rain pounded down on their shoulders, thunder rumbled above their heads and lighting flashed in their eyes. Just then a bolt of lighting struck a tree nearby causing to explode. The guards looked over and ran to where the tree had once been to inspect the damage.
Now's our chance Gary said and the group of four dashed from around the corner of the tower and inside.
So where do we find Mewtwo's so called ally? Katie asked.
Right here! a voice answered.
The kids looked around from where they stood but saw nothing and the voice definitely wasn't telepathic.
Down here you fools! the voice said and sure enough, standing at their feet was a small little guard wearing an old england guard uniform that was much to big for the little guy. The big fuzzy black hat covered all of his face except for a little part of his nose, the red coat was much to big because the sleeves went past his little paws, his black pants looked as if they were to fall off any moment and the tips of his shiny black boots stuck out at the bottom. The only thing that really stuck out was a long pink tail that they all could recognize.
they questioned in surprise.
Yeah, yeah, yeah. Come on and follow me it said in a bored tone and led the four teens down the hall way and into a room.
Mew shut the door and walked over the a desk where he hopped into a spinning chair and joyously twirled himself around for a moment before he returned to his serious and bored self.
So, you four are Mewtwo's soldiers, or the Children Of Legend as he believes. Frankly, I don't buy it but if by some miracle you four do defeat your true King then I'll believe the old prophesy Mew said.
If you don't mind Mew, what is the old prophesy? Jaime asked.
That's right we haven't even heard it! Katie said.
Mew nodded and then briskly pulled open a draw to his desk and pulled out an old scroll. He looked up at Gary and threw it hard and fast shouting
Gary clumsily caught it and sighed in relief when he did. He took the old parchment scroll, opened it and began to read it aloud.
When darkness falls apon the land,
a wind of despair shall cry its pain.
The tortured souls will thus awaken a child,
A child that shall unite with those of power.
Vein efforts will inspirit a lost will
and drive a journey into endless depths
Then when the wind and those tortured souls cry,
Then a final showdown with a king true as the devil will rage,
As the bloody battle wars on
four stars will shine brighter than the the great light of the sky.
their powers will merge to bring forth harmony
and as one, they shall banish their unspoken lord and leave behind their legacies
Gary looked at the others, they were all stunned.
Okay, that's so close it's scary Jaime said.
Gary handed back the scroll to the pint sized solider. Well, know we know the prophesy or legend or what ever you want to call it what do we do now? he asked.
Hey, Mewtwo said you could help us Katie said.
Mew shrugged a little shrug, Perhaps, what do you need?
We need to know how to beat the Evil King Katie said.
And who he is! Sean added.
Mew sighed I'm afraid I can't answer any of those he said.
And why not! Katie protested.
Because I've never met or seen him myself, and if I knew how to fight him and beat him, then I would have done that years ago. I'm sorry I can't help you there
Great so we'll be fighting this one in the dark Gary concluded.
Not really Jaime said, That prophesy... she turned to the others with a smile and finished, Never mind I'll think of it later
The others sighed in frustration.
Mew, how do we draw this king out, where do we exactly find him and how do we get there? Jaime spat out all at once.
Mew clapped his hands together happily Finally, some questions I can answer! he claimed.
He walked over to one side if his office where a map of Johto hung on his wall. He pointed to a far part of it. Over here is Blackthorn City, there you'll find Dragons Den, the King will be located within. Now to get there you'll have to go through Mahogany Town but I could teleport you past there to the Ice Caves or as I prefer, the Frozen Grave Yard
Why that? Sean asked.
You'll see, but once you get out the caves you should be very careful, guards will be swarming all over the place, and these ones are the most powerful of them all because of the king.
He wants the best protection Gary said.
Mew laughed Highly unlikely, the guards there are the ones that keep everyone in line. The King never needs protection, he's so powerful he could destroy the world if he wanted!
Whatever, you said you could take us as far as the entrance to the Ice Caves? Jaime asked.
Yes, but that will only lessen your trip by a few hours Mew said.
To us, a few hours is more that enough Sean said.
Very well, Mew said, I'll teleport you that far but after that you are on your own. I have imagined Mewtwo has taken great faith in you, and for your four to make it this far, you have my respect as well, I truly do believe that you may be the Children of Legend but I won't be positive until I see results.
We hope we are these kids of what-ever, or we were just plain damn lucky to make it this far Gary said.
We have no more time for useless chit chat Jaime said, We have to get going or we'll be found out and hunted down like animals
She's right, we have to get moving Gary said.
Bewared you three Mew said coldly, They know how to hand psychics in Blackthorn City, they have the technology
They looked at their little pink friend and nodded. Mew nodded back I wish you luck he sent then he teleported the children to the Ice Caves.
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The kids reappeared just outside the caves and ran in unaware of what sights awaited them. Jaime was ahead of the group as she ran into the caves and suddenly stopped. The others crashed into her and they all fell to the ground. When they looked up the found themselves in front of a horrible sight. Frozen in a wall of ice before them were the legendary birds Lugia, Articuno, and Zapdos frozen stiff within the icy chambers. Their faces were full of horror and fright as if they had seen their icy fate before them.
Katie saw an old wooden sign in the ice, she began to read it.
Here stay my greatest achievements, my frozen trophies; Lugia, guardian of the great seas, Articuno, the Goddess of Ice, and Zapdos, Lord of Thunder. To see where the last lay look no further than The Lake Of Rage.
Signed,
The King!
They looked down in remorse. Ho oh and Moltres, They said.
A small prayer went out to the birds before the group continued on to stop this menacing foe.
Who is this king? will they be able to defeat him after seeing this? hang on to your hats people, chapter nine is comming soon!
