A\n: Hey you guys, it's me again. I'm really story I couldn't post up the chapter yesterday but I really will try to update more often. I'm also starting three new stories. One is posted up already but it's kinda dumb so I might take it off. The others will be posted up during next week most probably. Well that's enough, back to the story!!!

Disclaimer: I keep forgetting to write this in my chapters but I OWN ONLY A FEW CHOCOLATE BARS AND COMIC BOOKS!!!!! I really doubt that I could own Pokemon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Chapter 8: Dreams Crushed

Misty watched as Tina and Ash had their pictures taken. The annual talent show had just taken place and as usual, Tina had always been the star of the show. It turned out that Ash fit in quite well considering he surprised everyone, especially Tina, when he came on stage. Misty also remembered when Ash placed the necklace on Tina's neck, something she dreamed would happen to her only.

"Misty, come in the picture!" Tina called out.

"No thanks. You guys were the stars of today's show. I'm a bit tired so I'm going upstairs. Bye!" Misty replied as she trudged up the stairs.

"Bye!" Tina yelled back.

She turned back to her uncle who was waiting to take more pictures.

"Okay, last one so make it count. Stay still. One, two, three!" he called out

*click*

"Finally finished," Ash exclaimed, He started up the stairs so that he could go take a refreshing bath.

Tina sat down beside her father.

"So Tina, how did Ash do on stage.and where did you get that necklace?" her father asked as he noticed the beautiful pendant hanging loosely off her neck.

"Ash." Tina whispered as she felt her face starting to burn up.

"Oh from Ash." her father said.

"Oh it's nothing. Anyways, I'm going upstairs to change." Tina said as she headed for the stairs. Slowly she began to walk up the stairs as she thought about the feelings that began to stir inside her when "his" name was mentioned.

When Tina was out of sight, Mr.Ketchum got up and sat down beside Mr. Chan.

"It looks like both our children have fallen in love with each other." He said happily.

"Really?" Mr. Chan asked as his eyes began to twinkle.

"Yes. Your daughter might have not said anything but the look in their eyes when they are around each other says it all." Mr. Ketchum said as he and Mr. Chan stood up.

"I am so happy that she has found someone who will love her and take care of her." Mr. Chan said.

"This my promise to you. Tina will marry Ash." Mr. Ketchum exclaimed as he hugged his friend.

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"What is happening to me. I have never been embarrassed like this before. I've never felt anything in my heart for anyone before.but now.whenever Ash." Tina said to herself. Little did she know that Ash was behind her. He had heard everything she said and a small smile tugged at his lips.

"Whenever Ash what?" Ash suddenly spoke up slyly.

"What.Oh my gosh, Ash don't scare me like that. You shouldn't eavesdrop." Tina said as she walked towards him and they both sat down.

"Well, you were talking about me," Ash said.

"Hey Mr. America, do you think I always think about you all the time?" Tina asked.

"Not all the time, only all day," Ash whispered.

"Why not? I could also dream about you when I'm sleeping." Tina whispered shyly.

"Well I guess that's where you'll see me from now on." Ash mumbled.

"Why?" Tina asked.

"I have to go back Tina, tomorrow." Ash said.

"Tomorrow, so soon?" Tina asked sadly.

"Well, I did write to you that I was coming for two weeks. And don't worry, I'll be back but I didn't hear what I've been waiting to hear." Ash whispered.

"Fine, go! I won't say anything until you come back." Tina muttered as she got up and crossed her arms over her chest. "Then I'll have to come back!" Ash exclaimed as he got up. Suddenly he kissed Tina's cheek and ran out the door.

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Ash walked to Misty's room to check up on her. Misty was sitting by the window peacefully reading a book that she didn't even Ash creep over. He slowly wrapped his hands around her eyes as he heard her squeal.

"Ash you prick, don't scare me like that!" She yelled as she turned around and got up.

"Oh come on, I was joking," Ash said as he ruffled his hair.

"Yeah right," Misty said as she turned around and ignored him.

"Really, I was just playing." Ash whined. No reaction what so ever. Suddenly he had an idea. He lifted his hands and began to tickle Misty.

"No Ash, please stop!" she exclaimed as she started to giggle, which turned into laughter a while later.

"Only if you forgive me," Ash called out as he continued to tickle her.

"Okay, okay. I forgive you." Misty said as she felt Ash's hands stop tickling her.

"So why are you still awake?" Ash asked.

"Oh I am.was just reading. What are you awake for?" She asked.

"I was just saying bye to Tina," Ash replied.

"Oh yes, it's been two weeks and you have to go back." Misty said recalling the letters.

"See, you remember everything but Tina doesn't." Ash mumbled.

"But she still hasn't told me that she loves me." Ash whispered.

"Oh don't worry. She does love you but she's too shy to admit it." Misty whispered even though inside she didn't want to believe it.

"Oh Misty, I'm gonna miss you. Tell you what. You'll have to come to London for your interview at some point, so why not come with me." Ash exclaimed.

"No Ash, I can't but I'll be coming soon." Misty answered as she smiled.

"It would be nice if you were there. I won't feel so far away from Tina." Ash said. "Oh, so that's why you want me there?" Misty said as she began to laugh.

"Oh, I'm just joking Misty. You've been such a good friend in these past few days. What if I need a friend like you there?" Ash asked.

"Just think hard that you really need a good friend to really listen to you and I'll be there." Misty said.

"Promise?" Ash asked as he held out his hand.

"I swear!" Misty promised as she clasped her hand in his. He gave her a friendly kiss on her hand and headed out the door saying, "I'll take your vow on that. Bye!"

"Bye Ash, I'll miss you." Misty whispered a she gave a small wave in his direction. ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~. ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.

A\n: I hope that was a teeny bit longer than before. Anyways I know that it's taking long to get Ash and Misty together but don't worry, that will happen in about two chapters. Also, I know this chapter was kinda lame but I really wanted to add the ash and misty parts in it. Well I'll try to update real soon and most probably I'll get two chapters out during the March Break.