Guess who's back…back again?  Yeah that's right it's ME!  Here's the final installment, so sit back, git yerself a big bucket o' popcorn, and enjoy!  Out!

Ash and Co. went to the festival despite the twenty minute walk there.  There were so many things to do there.  They had games for people of all ages, Pokémon puppet shows, training tips for new trainers, and later at night there was a social/dance.  Once they arrived, Brock pretty much got separated from the group the second he saw pretty girls.  Ash and Misty stayed together and played some games, and saw a puppet show.  They ran into Brock a few hours later, and he had all sorts of red markings, and bruises on his face.

"Brock?  What happened to you?" Asked Misty trying not to laugh.

"Oh nothin'…just lots of pretty girls, and they are just hiding that they all love me….." said Brock in ga-ga mode.  

"Umm ok Brock, whatever you say…" Said Ash starting to giggle.

Brock saw another girl walk by and off he went chasing her.

"Geez, he's got it pretty bad doesn't he?" Asked Ash.

"Yeah, if he keeps this up tonight, we may have to take him to the hospital for the severe injuries he's gonna get."

"Heh, no kidding.  Sometimes, you feel sorry for him.  Especially the one time we ran into Suzie again, and well, she pretty much had her eyes set on that other guy instead of Brock." Said Ash

"Yeah I remember that…well, he'll eventually find the right road to take, and find that girl just for him."

"Well all I can say now is that I'm glad that we have each other, and I'm thankful that our paths crossed 6 years ago." Said Ash

"Aww, Ash that's so sweet!" Said Misty turning a slight shade of pink.

Ash turned to her and gave her a small kiss. 

After a few more hours, the fun and games ended and the dance was about to start.  Once the music started blaring, everyone just started dancing.  There were your usual show-offs breakdancing, and the usual two or three people that just stood along the sidelines watching everyone else dance the night away.  After a half-hour or so, a slow song came on.  Ash and Misty raced for the dance floor.  They danced close together, Misty rest her head on Ash's shoulder, as Ash held her close.  After an hour of dancing, Ash and Misty found their way to a lake, which was close to the festivities.  The moon and stars were shining brightly that night.  There was a bench close to the lake.  They sat there and admired the scenery.  Ash put his arm around Misty, and she leaned over and rested her head on Ash's chest.

"It's a beautiful night."  Misty commented.

"Yeah, but it's even more beautiful with you here." Said Ash. (A/N: yes I know that was cheesy!)

Misty wasn't even going to say anything.  She just sat up and leaned into Ash and began kissing him.  He pulled her closer to his body, and returned the kiss, which didn't show any signs of slowing anytime soon.  They continued their passionate embrace for a bit longer and Misty pulled away slowly and looked into Ash's eyes…

"You've made my dreams come true…I love you Ash."

"And you have made my life complete, without you, I don't know where I'd be right now.  I love you Misty." Said Ash as he pulled Misty close to him.

They both sat there and talked for a while, and after an hour, they went back to the party, which was nearing its end.  They managed to find Brock sitting way in the back alone with quite a few red handprints on his face…

"Brock?  What happened to you?  Are you ok?" Asked Misty.

"Oh nothing, I suppose no one wanted to dance with me." Said Brock with an upset look on his face.

"Awww, well someday you'll find the right one for you.  Until then, just ride it out.  Look at us for instance, we constantly fought, and got on each other's nerves.  Until two nights ago, it was hell trying to hold our feelings in.  Now we are both very happy."  Said Misty.

"I suppose you're right. *sighs*  Shall we get going?"  Asked Brock.

"Sure, seems like the party's dying down anyways." Said Ash.

They all left and walked back to the hotel they were staying in, and had a goodnight's rest.

As Ash and Misty are sound asleep around 6am, the sun slowly begins to peek into the window brightening up the room with its rays of light.  The light hits Misty's face and she squints for a second and then slowly opens her eyes.  She looks immediately in front of her and sees Ash sound asleep.  She stretches her arms, and then smiles knowing that he will be a part of her life forever.  Misty leans over and gives Ash a little good morning kiss on his soft, tender lips.  He slowly begins to open his eyes, and when Misty begins to come in focus, he smiles.

"Morning sweetie." Said Misty Smiling.

"Morning Misty."

"Sleep good Ash?"

"Mmm-hmm.  How about you?"

"Slept fine.  Couldn't stop thinking about you."

"Couldn't stop thinking about you either.  Did you have a good time last night?" Asked Ash.

"Oh Ash, I had a wonderful time.  I really enjoyed it by the lake.  It was really romantic." Said Misty all starry-eyed.

"You think so Misty?"

"Of course silly, why do you think it was my favorite part of the night?"

"That's true.  Well, I think that we should get back on our journey.  What do you think?"

"I think it's a pretty good idea actually.  I think I'm missing it already."

"Yeah.  It's gonna be different traveling together now.  We won't be fighting anymore, and I wonder how Brock is going to manage the silence, since when it gets really quiet, people kinda lose patience."

"Yeah, you're right.  We won't be fighting, but we'll walk side by side in utter bliss, and thinking of that makes me really happy."  Said Misty

"That makes me happy too Misty.  Lets get ready and call Brock to tell him that we want to go back."

"Ok Ash, that sounds good."

They both took their showers and then they packed up their clothes.  Once they finished with everything it was about 11 in the morning.  Ash called Brock to let him know that they wanted to continue the journey.  Brock really didn't mind since nothing exciting happened to him anyways at the party, so he figured what the heck.  They met downstairs in the lobby, checked out and went on with their journey.  They hiked for a whole day and as night fell, they began to set camp.  As Ash was setting up his tent, he noticed that Misty wasn't putting hers up at all.  She was just sitting over on a rock watching the two putting their tents up.  He wondered why she wasn't putting hers up.  He walked over and sat next to her.

"Hey Mist.  You alright?" Asked Ash with a look of worry in his face.

"Yeah Ash, I'm fine.  Why is something wrong?" (A/N: Dontcha love it when Misty acts dumb?)

"Well you're not putting your tent up."

"Well I was wondering if I could sleep with you in yours?" Asked Misty turning a slight shade of pink.

"Oh.  Well...umm…" Ash began to turn pink as well…"we did share the bed in the hotel…but Brock didn't know about it.  Do you think he'll be mad?"

"I don't think so Ash.  You could ask him."

"Yeah I suppose."  Shrugged Ash.

Ash was a bit nervous, he knew that Brock was an easygoing guy, but when it came to stuff like this, he was their "father".  He wanted Misty to be with him in his tent that night, but he also didn't want Brock to think less of him.  Brock was in the middle of putting his tent up when…

"Brock?" Asked Ash nervously.

"Hey Ash, what's up?"

"Umm...nothing…well…uh…could I ask you something?"

"Sure, go for it."

"Well…You know that Misty and I have gotten close now, and we want to spend a lot more time together…but not just together, we'd like to be together alone."

"Oh…so you guys want me to leave?" Asked Brock a little confused.

"NO! Goodness no Brock…I would never want you to leave, and neither would Misty.  What I'm trying to say, is well…notice how Misty hasn't put up her tent yet?"

"Actually it's funny you mentioned that, I was just gonna ask you about that in a second."

"Well she hasn't because, well...because she wants to share my tent, and that's what I meant by spending time together, alone."

"Oh.   Ohhh I see now."

"Your mad aren't ya?"

"No!  Why would I be?  I can probably guess why you'd think I'd be mad, but I'm not.  Your old enough, and I trust you to do make the right decisions when it comes to that.  It's fine with me."

"Really?"  Brock Nods

"Sweet.  Thanks man, you're the greatest."

"Hey no prob.  That's what friends are for right?"

"Right!" Said Ash giving Brock a firm handshake.

Not even a second later, and he's running back to Misty.  He'll get to spend time with her alone, well kinda.  He walks up to her, and pus his hands on her shoulders.  She turns around and looks him in the eye, she can see that he's let down, well that's what she thinks.

"Ash? Did you talk to Brock?"

"Yeah…I did." Said Ash pretending to be upset.

"Well what did he say?" Asked Misty looking concerned.

"He said…well that we…"

"Yes...go on…"

"We…that it's….ok!"

"Really?" Asked Misty in joy.

"Yeah." Said Ash smiling.

"Thank goodness, I thought that he would be mad, or maybe be suspicious of us doing...well you know." Said Misty turning a slight shade of red..

"Oh...I had never thought of that."  Said Ash turning really red.

Brock had finished dinner and they all sat down and ate quietly.  After dinner, Ash and Misty headed for their tent.  They got in and closed it up.  Ash had prepared his sleeping bag, as did Misty.  They lay down, and closed their eyes.  Misty didn't feel right.  She kept tossing around until…

"Mist?  You alright?" Asked Ash.

"Kinda, I can't get comfy.  Would you mind if I slept with you in your bag?"  Asked Misty

Ash had jumped back a bit.  It was one thing to share the hotel bed, since it was really big, but a sleeping bag?  He had thought about it and figured that there'd be no harm in it.

"Sure Misty, come on over."

She had made her way over to his bag.  Once they were situated, she turned so she can see his eyes.

"I love you Ash."

"I love you too Misty.  I never want to lose you."

"Aww Ash…." Said Misty as she leaned in to kiss him.

Their lips met, and the kiss started as tender and caring, but slowly became stronger and more passionate.  They were in complete bliss knowing that they would be together…forever…and nothing can change that…nothing.

And there ya have it folks!  Another one of my lovely stories dug out of the tomb…So please review, and see ya next time!  Later!

Oh yeah, if you like Sonic The Hedgehog, be on the lookout for the Sonadow (Sonic/Shadow) I'm currently working on.  Yeah I know it's Shounen-ai…but they're sooo cute together!  Peace!