LOVING LAURA
By Father Hulk
OPENING WORDS: Hello, my children! Well, you asked for it, and you got it! The long-expected sequel to "Kissing Kris", LOVING LAURA! This fanfic is special because a lot of my friends pose as characters in this story, so special thanks to them! So without further ado, let's read Loving Laura!
The small car rumbled down the barren path. In the drivers seat sat Chris McManson, a tall man with a backwards hat and cheerful nature. Next to him sat his wife, Kristal, a beautiful woman with long blue hair. In the backseat sat Adam, their five-year-old son. They were on the move from Johto, where Kris and Chris first met. They had decided to relocate to Verdantuff Town in the Hoenn region, where the air was crisp and clear, which they felt would be best for their baby.
"Look, sweetie," Kris said, pointing out a road sign that read: HOENN BORDERLINE: 30 MILES.
"Are we almost there?" Adam asked, yawning. He wasn't used to so much travel.
"About an hour longer, buddy," said Chris. "Hang in there."
"I have to go to the bathroom."
"Well, there's not going to be a bathroom until we get to Hoenn, so just try to hold it in."
Adam whined, but said nothing more.
And so it was that the landscape changed from barren nothingness to grass, trees, and beautiful flowers, and buildings became more and more frequent, until a large sign was before them: WELCOME TO HOENN! PLEASE REPORT TO FALLARBOR TOWN TO CHECK IN.
"Where's Fallarbor Town?" Kris asked, peering at the map.
"About 4 or 5 miles ahead," Chris replied. "Come on, let's get there soon so our little scout can do his business."
Finally, the small farming community of Fallarbor Town was before them. A police officer stopped them as they approached.
"Hello, welcome to Hoenn." She said. "I'm officer Jackie, and I just need to check your car and your Pokemon to make sure everything's in order."
Jackie inspected the baggage stowed in the trunk, and then returned to the window. "May I see your Pokedex? I just want to make sure all your Pokemon are legally yours."
Chris passed her his Pokedex, and Jackie examined the listings, and she also checked the bag of Poke Balls in the back seat. Finally, she passed the device back and flashed a bright smile.
"You're now legally a citizen of Hoenn! Congratulations! Where were you headed?"
"Ah, Verdantuff," Chris replied.
Jackie pointed south. "Go down this route here and make a left 30 miles south, and you'll be right there. There's a tunnel for exploration, and you can enter your Pokemon in contests if you think they're fit." She noticed Adam in the backseat. "He's your little one?"
"Yup." Kris said. "He's our boy."
"Well, I think he'll enjoy growing up in Hoenn. Carry on!"
The car moved forward again, and within fifteen minutes, the beautiful green pastures of Verdantuff Town came into view.
"We're here!" Kristal said, turning to the back seat. "I think the Pokemon Center is over there, if you want to use the bathroom."
"Yipee!" Adam flung the car door open and dashed towards the large, red-roofed building.
Kris and Chris got out of the car and looked around.
"Well, ready for a new life?" Chris asked.
"Yeah. I'm sure it will be best for all of us." Kris smiled affectionately at her husband, and kissed him. "Besides, it's your idea, and your ideas always work for the best."
"You think so?" he asked as they kissed again.
"Well well, these must be the star-crossed lovers I've heard so much about!" said a rough but cheerful voice. Chris looked up to see a tall, bearded man approaching them.
"You must be Professor Birch," Chris said, shaking the man's hand vigorously.
"Indeed I am. I'm Professor Elm's brother. I just thought I'd take the time to welcome you to Hoenn."
"Well, thank you." Kris replied. "It certainly is a lovely place."
At that moment, Adam came back from the Pokemon Center, apparently quite relieved. "Mom, who's the man?" he asked.
Kris laughed. "This is Professor Birch, sweetie."
"Hello there, my young friend!" said Prof. Birch, bending down to be eye level with Adam. "How are we today?"
Adam hid behind his mother's leg.
Birch chuckled. "A shy one, huh?" He ruffled Adam's hair. "Well, don't you worry. Once you see how wonderful living in Hoenn can be, you'll open right up to us!" He stood to address the couple again. "I got your email, and the house you wanted is right over here on South Street. Come on, I'll take you there."
Birch escorted the family to the east end of town, and after a brisk walk past the school, they arrived at their new house. Birch showed them inside.
"Wow, it's beautiful!" Kris sighed, admiring the high ceilings, the large windows, and the thick carpets.
"Spared no expense," Birch said with a chuckle. "We prepared it specially for your family!"
This became evident when they were taken to Adam's new room.
"Wow, sweetie, look at this!" Kris told Adam as they pushed the door open. Adam was befuddled as he beheld a room with Poke Ball wallpaper, a large bed with a Zigzagoon and Wingull comforter, and large shelves for toys, as well as a Lotad-decorated toy chest. The grin on Adam's face could match the width of the equator.
"I knew you'd like it," Birch said. "Well, the moving company should be arriving soon, and their Pokemon will help you get set up with your furniture."
"Thank you, Professor," Chris said. "You've been very helpful."
"My pleasure, Mr. McManson. I'm sure your family is looking forward to celebrating Christmas at your new home."
"Oh, we are." Kris replied. "That's why we wanted to move before November, so that we could get comfortable before the holidays."
"Well, I'm sure it won't take you very long to get situated. Once again, welcome to Hoenn!"