Chapter 6- Where it begins
Authors Notes: This chapter will have various scenes with abstract writings. Please note that the definitions of the word(s) will not be placed until the end of this episode or the beginning of the second episode, for the words have great meaning and depth. Thank-you and enjoy.
Flying past the stretches of thick white clouds, the private jet soared through the sky to the center of earth. The jet was forcefully breaking the sound barrier and slicked through the air like a bullet being shot from a loaded gun. It was only hours before the arrival at the center earth airport and most important, the Kingdom of Genesis. Ash tipped his head on his left shoulder and was falling into a deep sleep with a spiraling and jagged vortex surrounding his dreaming self. When his feet landed on the brisk and darkened black floor he started to see himself in a large circular room supported by ten marble columns. Tied around them where silk cloths of blue and silver. Ash backed away and bumped his back into a large statue of a cloaked man with a long carved beard and his hands were holding what looked like to be a silver glass ball. It was much like a legendary Chi power orb. Suddenly, while observing the statue, there was a knock at the front French doors. The doors rumbled as a loud and piercing knock was signaled.
"Yes?" Ash said, peering his eyes through the tiny hole.
It was a man dressed in a dark cloak.
"I am here to speak with the Ketchum family, sir." He said coldly.
Ash opened the door and allowed the man to enter. The man removed his hood and reached into his pocket for a long roll of parchment with calligraphic writings. Delia came walking in slowly to the front entrance.
"Your Mrs. Ketchum I presume?" He asked.
"Yes. Is there a problem?" Delia answered, leaning against the statue.
"I am here to read you this notice, which I will regret to say in a few moments." He replied, clearing his throat and unfolding the long parchment.
Dear Mrs. Delia and Ash Ketchum,
In the deepest depths of our hearts, we have written this letter to inform you that you will no longer be returning back to your home of Pallet.
The man paused and the parchment fell to the ground. Once it landed it combusted into massive flames. They heated the room and scorched the eyes of the man. His skin sizzled as he cried in agony from the deep pain of the burning flesh. He fell to the ground, screaming for his life. Delia screamed and tried to retrieve the rest of the burning parchment. Suddenly the man disappeared, along with the parchment, and the notice of not returning home frightened them. Delia was speechless as Ash found himself falling back to reality.
Ash awakened with a cold sweat and a brief jump of fear. He gripped the seat material and looked around the area to see if he was dreaming once again. The thought of being delusional crossed his mind various times. He found himself alone in the room. Pikachu who was nestled in a ball and sleeping comfortably occupied his Mother's seat. She purred softly to the sound of water down the hall from the private cubicle. Ash stood up and followed the sounds of the water. He came to the closed door of the bathroom and suspected it was Delia inside doing her make-up. And it was. She opened the door and smiled.
"You better get changed Ash, we arrive in twenty minutes.
Ash shook his head and looked down onto his left arm where a brand new silver watch was tied around his wrist. It was nearly twenty to one and each turn of the hour hand made him feel sick to his stomach. He joined his Mother back into the private cubicle and tried on the cloak he was given just before boarding the jet. It was exactly his size and a comfortable fit around his body. The material was silver silk and reflected the light of the sky when it peered through the windows. On the edge of the openings for the hands there were writings, which looked to be like an ancient and forgotten language. They were in the form of the astrological and mystic Rune writings that were only used thousands of years ago by ancient civilizations. Wearing the gift of the cloak made Ash feel more powerful as a Pokemon Trainer. Indeed it did, and this was his first step to becoming a Master.
"Well that's a sure fit. You look good in it," Delia said, tugging on the ends of the cloak. "Hell, you look awesome. You could be mistaken for a Master."
"Sure mom," Ash said, rolling his eyes under the hood. Pikachu snickered behind him.
Just a few minutes later, the jet made cloud break and began to sly lower to the ground. Out of the windows they could start to see a massive change in landscape. The green fields changed to thick and rugged terrain filled with boulders and thick brown soil. Ash the jet flew closer the land began to rise into fully-grown mountains. They expanded farther than their eyes could see. Ancient ruins crumbled at various peaks of the mountains and were covered gracefully by foliage and vines of the vast forest. Signs of the Kingdom drew closer. Ash's blood was at its highest pressure as the jet began to land on the runway between the mountains. He could feel the turbulence in his body. It was shaking him violently minute by minute. Finally the wheels of the jet met the paved runway. The jet ran swiftly down the runway as the acceleration decreased slowly. Finally the jet came to a complete stop.
"Thank-you for flying with us patiently. We ask you to follow the orders given to you once departing from the jet. Enjoy your stay and good luck." The Pilot's voice came from the sound system.
Ash was the first to get up. He was shaking and couldn't wait to see the spectacular view of the kingdom just a few kilometers ahead. Pikachu was the second, followed by Delia who was looking in a circular pocket mirror for any last minute changes to her make-up. The jet door opened and Ash breathed in the air he long so dreamed to. It was moist and mild; if it were more perfect than it was, he would call it heaven.
They walked down the applied staircase and were greeted by two guides. Both the man and the woman were dressed in the finest robes. They were long, majestic, and rich. The man wore a cape along with his silver silk and the woman wore a soft and transparent robe, which sparkled different colors each time the light of the sun had reflected its rays upon it.
"Welcome," said the meek voice of the woman. She had a very slight and mixed accent. "To Centro-Terra young one." Her silver lips stretched happily.
The man stepped forward with a jeweled case. He opened it and pulled out a set of arm bracelets and choker, which were engraved with a golden italicized Runic phrase. He slipped the choker and set of bracelets on Ash's bare arms. They were very cold and made his body feel rapidly odd once they were placed on him.
"Solemn, Masteris enage vos farrick al terra. Welcome." The man said in a very different language, which Ash had never heard in his life.
Ash stood puzzled as the man smiled upon him. Delia couldn't help but smile and nod to their greeters.
"Solemn, Master of light and true Devine of Earth. Welcome to Centro-Terra." The man repeated in a more clear and understanding way.
"My name is Ash, not S-Solemn, or whatever you just called me." Ash answered confused. Who was Solemn?
"Here you will be known as Solemn, and the other, Salem." The man explained turning Ash around to a glorious sight he could only dream of.
There it was, in the center of the chain of mountains and the vastly green tropical forest was the kingdom. The masterpiece and focal point of the structure, nearly one hundred kilometers away, was a brilliant and unbelievable carving of the grand Master, Genesis. It was larger than the tallest mountain itself and hard to believe that it was real or just an illusion. The life size statue erected from the center mountain and the two long arms stretched out from left to right. In the palms of Genesis' hands were two Temples. In the left were the Temple of the Earth, and Air. The right palm occupied the Temple of Fire and Water. Each Temple had signified the foundation of the elements, and elements of the Pokemon. However they were very difficult to see, the turrets on the top signified their meaning. Each turret had a blazing fire of each color according to their element.
"Is this man made?" Ash choked with his eyes on the front end of the kingdom. In the back was the palace itself and the battlefield.
"Every stone, carving, and design." The woman announced proudly.
"Now, it is required that you wear these jewels and cloak we have entrusted you to wear at all times when in the kingdom and palace. They both have great significant and historical meanings to them." The man said sternly. "During your stay and for years to come you will be taught the language of Genesis. You are required to learn this because only the true Master who can accomplish this will be identified in the highest level in Mastering, being Sacred."
Ash nodded and still couldn't get over the fact on how huge and well preserved the kingdom was after thousands of years. The border of the kingdom was surrounded by giant columns with a statue of Genesis standing at the top of each one. Vines and wild flowers grew along the columns, creating a very mystical touch to the scene. His limbs tightened, mouth curled, and eyes narrowed. He was there, finally to prove that he was a true master at heart.
- End of Chapter
Well it has been so long since I have written this… so I kind of lost my touch on it and forgot some important things I planned for it, but I'm sure I can bring back my memory if I continue it. Anyways, the next chapter might possibly be up soon.
Pronunciations:
"Solemn, Masteris enage vos farrick al terra."
- So-lem Master-rees in-AH-j vase ferr-rick al (as in the name) terra (like the name)