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Chapter Six

The next morning, the sun was still shinning. Alex went outside to meet James. He was there, as promised.

Good morning, Alex, James said, happily. He had a backpack on, and normal clothes (not the Team Rocket shirt).

Morning, James, she said. She had jeans and a t-shirt on. Ready to go hiking?

Yep! I brought a first aid kit, a fire building kit, a few flares, a guide to plants and Pokémon, and a couple of canteens.

Look at him, Jessie said, obviously jealous. He's being all so nice to her. He wouldn't stop talking about her last night, either.

I wouldn't know, Meowth said. I fell asleep in the beginning.

They seemed to have such a great time. Going to restaurants, playing in the park, window shopping, everything! Jessie said, angrily. But this time we won't be left out of the fun!

Wow! You've never been hiking? Alex asked James.

Not really. I can think of a few times where we had to climb up a mountain, but that was job related.

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Mewtwo sat in his cave, trying to find the girl that he saw on his screen.

Where is she? Wouldn't she be near the hotel? No, she wanted to go hiking. Mewtwo stood and walked to the entrance of the cave, listening. He didn't hear them. He walked out.

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This is a great day for a hike! Misty exclaimed. The fresh mountain air, the beautiful forest–

The cute bug Pokémon! Ash said, taking out the Pokédex.

Misty screamed, jumping into Brock's arms.

Aw, Misty, it's just a Ladyba, Brock said, pointing.



Misty said. The only bug Pokémon I can stand. Suddenly, the Ladyba ran away.

said a voice.

There was Alex and James.

Alex, we shouldn't be talking to them, James said to her, turning and walking away.



Do you want to hike with us? Alex asked. James froze.



It's okay, James, Alex said, smiling. I can trust them.

I don't know...

Come on, James, Ash said. It'll be fun!

We won't tell Meowth or Jessie about it either, Misty promised.

You have to promise, though, James said.

We promise.

Pika pika chu! James gave a quick nod.



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Construction is complete, sir, said the grunt, when Giovanni stepped out of the limo. We have watch cameras on line. We're undercover in a factory near here.

Good job. All we have to do is wait for him, Giovanni said. Show me to the warehouse!

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Let's take a break, Ash said, as they approached a clearing.

James said.

Pikachu chirped, in agreement. They sat down. Alex sat by herself, at the far end of the clearing.

Ai.

That voice, she thought. It's him! I thought I might find him up here! She looked around, but saw nobody. That's strange.

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Mewtwo was nearby, but couldn't see the little girl over the bushes. He was hiding, listening to conversations.

Pikachu is the best Pokémon in the world! Ash declared. I'm sure he could beat whatever Gary has!

Yeah, but Gary only cares about strong Pokémon. He doesn't catch every Pokémon he sees, Misty said. Like those thirty Tauros you have.

Hey! There's nothing wrong with having more than one of the same Pokémon! Ash snapped.

Then why didn't you catch another Pikachu?

Because I like my Pikachu!

Pikachu said, sensing something nearby. It sat up straight, it's ears up. Ash noticed this.

What's wrong, Pikachu? Ash asked.

he said, running towards the bushes, where Mewtwo was hiding. Pikachu saw Mewtwo. He said.

Pikachu, don't tell anyone I'm here, okay?

Pika pika, Pikachu said, nodding. He went back.

What was it? Ash asked.

Pikachu asked, confused.

What was in the bush?

Pika! Pika pika pika chu chu!

You had to use the bathroom?

it said, nodding. James stood.

Well, let's go, he said.

Misty said. Brock, Ash and Misty stood, brushing themselves off. They started to walk.

Come on, Alex, James said.

Alex said, standing and brushing herself off. Mewtwo's eyes grew wide.

Ai! He thought. There's no way she's not her! She turned around, for a second, looking at the bush.

called James.

I'm coming! she yelled back. She walked towards the bush. Mewtwo held his breath, hoping that she won't look.

James said, taking her arm. She jumped. Come on.

Alex said, following after James. Mewtwo sighed.

That was close. He stood, watching her disappear. She's Ai. There's no doubt now. But, how am I going to confront her? Mewtwo's senses picked up something. No, not now, he thought, turning towards the direction of the construction. I'll deal with it later. Ai's more important now. A blue glow appeared around him and he lifted off the ground. I must follow them. The best way to confront her is to kidnap her, even though I don't like the idea.

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