The Journey Called Pokemon

By: Po-Gi-Z

Po-Gi-Z: Did everyone enjoy the last chapter? I can tell. Thanks for the many reviews.

Cyrus: I know I enjoyed it. But, I am sure every reader will agree with me when it comes to the part of Psyduck being Chase's first Pokemon.

Chase: Hey! I was surprised too. None the less, I am still happy. It will be my goal to raise by Psyduck to be the strongest.

Po-Gi-Z: Yeah. I know you will. Besides, I am the only one to who is writing this story. I should know.

Mike: Well, can we get on with the next chapter? I really would like to be reunited with my Pokemon Abra. ::Coughs:: One day I feel like I am going to cough up dust with my age.

Po-Gi-Z: Oh, right. Sorry about that. Well, to all you Abra fans, sorry about this, but it is only fair. Abra isn't Chase's Pokemon anyway.

Chase: Yeah. Mike is his trainer and he needs to stay with him.

Mike: I'll work on the disclaimer. ::Coughs:: Besides, it is the least I could do. I know you were fond of Abra. ::Coughs again::
Disclaimer: Po-Gi-Z is not in charge of Pokemon. ::Coughs:: What he has created in his story, or who he created, that's what he is in charge of. ::Coughs heavily this time:: This disclaimer stuff is getting really old, just like me.

Chapter 6: Good-bye Abra

"I can see by Psyduck's approval that you already have won him over." Professor Oak compliments.

"Yeah." Chase said standing up and smiling at Professor Oak. He then looks back down at Psyduck. "I know we'll become great friends and have wonderful adventures."

"By the way Chase. Why not use the Pokechex and see what it says about Psyduck." Oak suggests.

"Not a bad idea." Chase replies, digging into his knapsack. While fetching out the Pokechex, he also decides to take out the bag of Rare Candies. "Let's see what you are all about Psyduck." Chase focuses the Pokechex towards Psyduck.

'Beep!'
: Psyduck, the enclosed Pokemon. Creating an immense headache, Psyduck is able to perform psychic attacks that are very rarely avoided by the opponent. Unless the Psyduck is well trained, its psychic attacks remain concealed until the headache grows intense:

Chase puts away the Pokechex and smiles at the reading.
"Well, I just have to make sure your headache is controlled." Chase says.
Psyduck shuts his eyes and smiles. Chase chuckles at the sight. He then quickly digs into the bag of Rare Candies and pulls one out. He hands it to Psyduck and encourages him to eat it. "Go on. It tastes really good and helps you get stronger."

Psyduck looks at the candy unusually and shrugs. He tosses it into his bill and softly munches it and savors it.
"Psyduck!" Psyduck happily exclaims.

"Ha. Glad you like it." Chase says.
He puts the bag of Rare Candies back into his knapsack and pats his Psyduck on the head.

"Well Chase. Are you ready for your journey?" Oak asks.

Chase nods.
"Ready as I'll ever be. How about you Psyduck?" Chase asks looking at Psyduck finishing off the Rare Candy.

"Psyduck." Psyduck nods.

"Great!" Chase excitedly responds. But then he scratches his head and wonders. "Excuse me Professor Oak. But, just to refresh my memory, is the first gym located in Pewter City?" Chase asks.

"Not quite. The first gym is located in Viridian City. But, I suggest you do go to Pewter City first. The gym in Viridian City is not easy. If you still decide to challenge the gym leader, I strongly suggest you capture some more Pokemon and train them more." Professor Oak explains.

Chase thinks for a while and nods.
"I guess I'll take your advice and head onward instead towards Pewter City." Chase says, rubbing the back of his head with his hand. He then stops and remembers something. "Oh Professor, is Abra ready to go now?"
'DING!'
Chase looks beyond Oak's shoulders and Oak slightly turns.

"Judging by that sound, I would say so. Wait right here while I retrieve him for you." Professor Oak answers as he steps to the back room once more.

While waiting for Abra, Chase looks at Psyduck. He kneels back down at Psyduck's eye level and pats his head once again.
"I'll leave you out of your Pokeball for a while. I know I wouldn't like being cramped up in there all the time." Chase said with a smile.

"Psy." Psyduck agreed.

Chase hugged his Psyduck happily. As he did so, Oak returned with Abra in its hands.

"Abra is ready to go back to his trainer now." Professor Oak said.

Chase lets go of Psyduck, stands up, grabs Abra, and puts him on his shoulders.
"How about it Abra? Ready to go back to Mike?" Chase asked. Abra soundly sleeps, not hearing a word Chase says. "I'll take that as a yes." A sweatdrop appears on Chase's forehead. "Let's take you to the shore and have you Teleport to Mike back at Seafoam Island." As Chase is ready to walk to the front door of Oak's lab, he turns to notice Psyduck standing there confusingly. "Coming Psyduck?"

"Psyduck!" Psyduck excitedly follows Chase.

Before departing, Chase remembered about Cinnabar Island.
"Professor. Before I forget, I need you to do me a favor." Chase responded.

"Sure. What is it you need Chase?" Oak asked.

"I had arrived at Cinnabar Island before coming here. It was a horrible mess after the volcano had erupted. Many people had to evacuate. One family still remains hoping tourists would return. I was the first of any who has gone there in years."

"I see." Oak commented. "I suppose you would like me to call and arrange some visitors for Cinnabar Island?"

"If it isn't too much trouble. Besides, we can't ignore any part of Kanto. It all belongs to us and we need to care for it." Chase answered.

"I'll do my best." Oak said.
With that promise, Chase smiled as he, Psyduck, and Abra began departing from Professor Oak's lab. They wave back to Professor Oak, thanking him for everything.
"Farewell Chase! Hope your Pokemon journey turns out well!" Oak shouts out to Chase.

"So long Professor Oak! Thanks for all your assistance!" Chase cries out.

"Psyduck Psy!" Psyduck happily departs as well.

The sun is directly above our friends as they reach the shore and look at the beautiful horizon. They each smile at the wondrous scenery. Chase picks up Abra from his shoulders and places him on the sand.
"Well Abra. I guess this is goodbye." Chase says.

Abra turns and looks at Chase.
"Abra." Abra sadly says.

"I know. I'll miss you too. But hey, I'm sure I'll see you one day again. I won't be staying away very long from home." Chase explains.

"Psyduck." Psyduck talks to Abra.

"Abra." Abra replies back.

Chase smiles and digs once again into his knapsack and pulls out the bag of Rare Candies. He takes one out and hands it to Abra.
"As a thank you for helping me Abra, please enjoy this Rare Candy." Chase offers.

Abra looks at Chase and then at the Rare Candy. He gives it a slight lick. Enjoying the taste, Abra throws the candy in his mouth and savors it.
"Abra!" Abra pleasantly exclaims.

"Glad to see you enjoying it as well." Chase cheerfully says. Abra finishes his Rare Candy and looks back up to Chase. They both nod at each other as Abra faces the horizon. Chase takes out the Pokeflute and holds it with both hands. "We'll miss you Abra. And I promise to come by and visit real soon." Chase assured him. Abra continues to stare at the horizon, knowing Chase will keep his word. "Abra, return to your trainer Mike!" Chase commands. He begins playing a sweet melody with the Pokeflute as Abra, in the blink of an eye, disappears into thin air like before, returning to his faithful trainer Mike. After a few seconds, Chase stops playing and sadly looks at the horizon with Psyduck. His frown quickly turns into a smile as he looks down at Psyduck. "I guess it's time to start our journey. Right Psyduck?"

"Psyduck Psy. Psy Psyduck." Psyduck agreed.
Translation: "It is time. Let's get going."

"Alright then! Kanto, here we come! Chase Star and Psyduck are ready for the challenge!" Chase exclaims with enthusiasm.

"Psyduck!" Psyduck joins Chase's enthusiasm.

So our friends depart from their friend Abra and return to Pallet Town, only to exit it once again and head for the open field path that leads to Viridian City. Who knows what enemies, adventures, Pokemon, and friends they meet along the way. But, with Psyduck on Chase's side, and Chase on Psyduck's side, the friendship they both will build will be unbreakable as that of steel. And so, the journey called Pokemon finally begins.

Chase: ::Sniffles and cries:: I'm going to miss Abra. ::Sniffles again::

Po-Gi-Z: ::Hugs Chase and cries as well:: Yes. ::Sniffles:: It is so sad he had to go.

Cyrus: ::Holds back his tears, but a sniffle escaped::

Stephen: OH GET A LIFE YOU THREE! I'm glad I am here to set everyone straight.

Cyrus: ::Sneaks up behind Stephen and pours some itching powder down the back of his shirt::

Stephen: And another thing...::Begins scratchign wildly:: OUCH! Oh, that stings! ::Is doing somersaults, jumping jacks, and what not.

Po-Gi-Z: Oh yeah! I can tell I gave the job of second co-host to the right person.

Cyrus: ::Smiles::

Chase: So what now? What are on Chase and Psyduck's agenda?

Po-Gi-Z: Well, some reviewers are wondering when some real action and adventure is coming about, since it is a story in that category. But, humor will come first in the next chapter. When I introduce my evil team, that is when the real fun will begin. Hope no one was too sad with this chapter, but I'll make it up with the next chapter.

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