Chapter 7

The next day, Ash and Alice are taking the private plane to Sevestar Island, which has become a Region after Adam, Team Alpha, and the Legendary Pokemon created all kinds of buildings and habitats for Pokemon.

Right now they are in the government building and the four of them are talking about other matters regarding the region. Adam says, "Ash, for this region to succeed, we will need to pick a Champion of this region. Are you sure you're up for the job?"

"Of course, I've proved myself well to get the job." Ash says. "And I also decided to resign the Alola Champion Title, today is the day I'm going to announce to the world."

"I see. I hope things are going well, so I guess you're going to reveal yourself to the world, right?" Aurora asks.

"Yes. I was really nervous since we're going to reveal ourselves as members of Team Alpha..." Ash says. "But still, are you sure I can become the leader that you want me to be? I just joined Team Alpha just a few months ago."

"Of course, you can. I'm sure about it." Aurora smiles. "You have to relax a little, just like the teachings that I've taught you."

"Yes, Mother." Ash says as he leaves with Alice. Alice says, "Ash, no matter what happened, you're not alone. I'll be by your side."

"Of course. Since we're in the Sevestar Region, so the governments won't be able to attack us immediately.


At the same time, Ash's former Travel Companions are gathered in Cerise's Lab, they are sad that they didn't get the chance to see the wedding of Ash and Alice.

"I still don't get why Ash and Alice forbid us to enter the wedding ceremony..." Max says.

"Yeah, they really don't treat us as friends because of what we said..." Bonnie frowns.

"Just because he had tried to kill people, do we seriously need to brand him as a monster? And he was killing Team Rocket to protect us..." Brock says.

"I don't know...maybe we don't know the real Ash after all." May says.

Just then, the TV shows Ash in the screen, and he's wearing the same clothes as he wore in Galar.

"People of the 8 regions. My name is Ash Ketchum, and I have some news that I'm going to inform you." Ash says.

"Is that Ash? Why is he on TV?" Kiawe asks.

"I don't know... let's see what we're going to say..." Chloe says.

And much to the Sinnoh government's dismay, they can't actually find a way to cut off the video, so that the news is also in the Sinnoh Region's TVs.

"Yesterday is my wedding, and I invited some important guests to attend my wedding. However, after yesterday, I have decided that I'm going to quit my role as the Alola Champion." Ash says.

"Wait, what?" This causes a lot of people to be shocked, and the whole Alola Region is in an uproar since they suffered the horrible government and Ash is going to abandon them.

"Why? He worked so hard to become the Champion!" Goh says.

"Why did he quit now?" Sophocles asks.

"Most of you are wondering why I'm going to quit something that is hard to achieve, that's because..." Ash takes a breath and says, "I am the current Leader of Team Alpha."

This causes everyone to get shocked, and the 8 governments are now horrified. They want to get rid of Team Alpha so that their positions won't be shaken. But now that Ash was revealed to be the leader, they are unsure.

"Ash...is the leader of Team Alpha?" Misty asks.

"Is this some sort of joke?" Cilan asks.

Ash says, "The reason I invited a few people to my wedding is that it is not only a wedding, all the guests are Team Alpha members. Yes, we're a bigger organization than you think. And the reason I reveal myself is that we, Team Alpha, are going to declare war against all 8 regions!"

Now the whole world is in an uproar, everyone can't believe what they're hearing.

"Ash is... declaring a war?" Clemont asks. "This is so wrong on many levels!"

"I will give you a month to prepare, and after that, we're going to begin our attack. And by the way, Team Alpha won't be fighting alone, we have full control of every single Legendary and Mythical Pokemon, they will also help us battle against this war. If you don't want to face their wrath, surrender is also an option."

Then Ash continues, "We of Team Alpha already conquered Pallet Town, Olivine City, Rustboro City, Twinleaf Town, Castelia City, Snowbelle City, Aether Paradise, and Spikemuth. This means all 8 places will be locked down and only those with permission will enter. And that is all I've got to say."

After the call ends, everyone is having a hard time processing everything. "Why did they take over those 8 places?" Misty asks. "What are they planning?"

"And why will they declare war? I know that the government is not kind toward us, but they are going to drag innocent people into this..." Goh says.

"We need to get to Pallet Town and ask Ash and Alice about it." Clemont says as the others agree.


In the government meeting, Karl says, "Damn Team Alpha...they are doing this just to mock us..."

"They're clearly wanting to kill us and take over our power." William says, "What are we going to do? Should we attack them right now? Ash Ketchum clearly has listed the locations of each region.

"You fool! Did you forget you tried to let Giovanni and Team Rocket get rid of him once he gets back to Pallet Town, look what happened? Every one of them is killed, and now he manages to become the Leader of Team Alpha, it is certainly revenge." Ryan says.

"And why are we so scared?" Jolyne asks, "We have the best military and Team Alpha doesn't stand a chance against it."

"You're right. Though the only problem is besides Ash's family, who else is a member of Team Alpha? What if we have spies on the inside?" Marie asks.

"That sure is also a problem, since Ash Ketchum is giving us a month to prepare we must have all the Officer Jennies and the police search for the spies for Team Alpha." Swordard says.

"You're right." Shielbert says and the other leaders nod.


As the former travel companions arrive at Pallet Town, they find the gate with the giant Arceus ring logo. Chloe says, "This wasn't here before..."

"I have to guess it is to prevent the government to enter the area..." Goh says. "How are we going to get past and meet Ash?"

"What are you guys doing here?" They turn around to see Gary walking towards them. Misty says, "Gary? It's been a long time."

"Yeah, what are you doing here?" Gary sighs. "You know that Team Alpha has taken over Pallet Town and normal people are forbidden to enter."

Max says, "We just want to meet Ash, he is here in Pallet Town, right?"

Gary says, "Both he and his wife are here, however, I am not sure if we can let you in. Considering that some of you are Gym Leaders working for the Government, and we also have the Unova Champion here as well."

"But... we're not working with the government, all we want to do is talk with an old friend." Iris says.

Gary feels something in his shirt and he takes out the badge. "That's Team Alpha's Badge..." Mallow says.

"Gary, you..." They can't believe Gary is actually a member of Team Alpha.

"This is Gary, I'm at the gateway since we have some people here who want to see you." Gary says. After a while, he turns to others, "Okay. Please follow me."

After the gate opens, everyone is shocked to see what Pallet Town has become. Everyone is training their Pokemon and also using weaponry. There are also flags with Team Alpha logos on them.

"What the...this is some sort of military camp..." Kiawe says.

When they arrive at Ash's house, Gary knocks on the door and enters with the others following in. Ash and Alice are sitting on the sofa watching television with Pikachu resting on Alice's lap.

Ash notices them and stands up, "So you're either brave or either stupid to come here."

"Ash, we want to talk." Brock says, "What made you try to declare a war on 8 regions?"

"And since when have you become the Leader of Team Alpha? Don't you know they are bad people just like Team Rocket?" Iris asks.

Ash's expression remains unchanged and he says, "The things I do and choices I make are all decided by my own free will. So what if the world thinks of us as bad people? They're not technically wrong after all."

"You can't be serious!" Max gasps. "You're being manipulated by the real leader of Team Alpha, right? You know that declaring a war means that you're going to get kids and innocents involved, even if they're enemies!"

Alice hugs Pikachu and says, "So what if we are? They are just slaves under corrupt governments."

"Alice... not you too..." Bonnie gasps.

"If you're here just to persuade us to stop the war, then it won't work." Ash says. "The world is changing and we're going to be the ones to liberate them."

"Ash! Just what is going on with you?" Misty says with anger as she tries to throw a punch, but Ash just dodges and smashes her to the ground.

"Misty!" Everyone is shocked to see the strength Ash has. "Do you know why I never fight back when I let you throw punches? Because it is not even a fair fight." Ash says while continuing to stare at them.

Gary asks, "Ashy boy, aren't you going a little harsh on them?"

"They have to learn the harsh reality." Ash says. "And it is also to let them know that we're not friends so that the government won't be able to use them against me."

"Ash, what are you talking about? We're friends!" Brock says.

"Who wants to be friends with a monster?" Ash glares at them, causing them to remember the words they said to him. "Besides, everyone in Team Alpha is my friend. And no, I'm not going to let you join Team Alpha. You guys will hinder our plans to conquer the 8 regions."

"Is that all you're going to say?" Misty says as she stands back up. "That you want freedom just so you could hurt us?"

"If you can't accept it, then there is no need for more conversation." Alice says, "Gary, send them out of Pallet Town. Ash and I are going to talk to Dawn about the preparations in the Sinnoh Region."

"Okay." Gary says as he brings them out of the house. Chloe asks, "Gary, how many people are actually involved in this?"

"More than you think. 19 families worked together to found Team Alpha, Dawn and Lillie's family are actually two of them." Gary says, "My family is one of them as well."

"But are you sure war is the best solution to this?" Max asks. "I still think it is wrong..."

"You have to accept it." Gary says as he brings them out of Pallet Town before closing the gate again.


Here is a new chapter, and Ash is not going to forgive his former travel companions, I hope you like this chapter.