A/N: Glad you all like this. This is my very first fanfiction, so I'm happy. Let me clear something up, Aaron and Ash can understand each other's Pikachus because they are identical twins. They share a bond which allows them to understand each other and their Pokemon.

I do not own pokemon. I do own Daniel, Greg, Aaron, Marie, Andy, and Static. Even though I think Andy would like it better if Officer Jenny owned him.

(): Pokemon Translation
Ages:
Ash/Aaron: 13
Misty/Marie: 14
Brock/Andy: 17
Italics: Aaron/Ash's thoughts

Chapter 6: Dad

Meanwhile, Ash and Co. had just made it to New Bark Town.

"Hey Ketchem!"

A boy with brown hair Ash's age walked up to them. Static started sparking as the boy came up to them.

"Heard you placed top 16 at Indigo. Not bad for a loser."

Great. Just when Gary and I make friends, this guy shows up.

"Just who do you think you're calling a loser? How far did you get?"

The boy was not expecting such an outburst. So he decided to push a few buttons.

"At least my Mom didn't walk out on my dad and me."

"Don't listen to him Aaron!"

"I'll beat him up for you!"

"Pikkaa": (Just say the word)

"That's ok guys" Ash said. Then turning to the boy, "Listen you. I don't have time for this. Mom had a reason for leaving and Dad is doing his best to make my life better. I think you're just jealous that I'm better than you."

"I have to go." The boy said leaving.

"Wow Aaron. I've never heard you talk to Greg like that ever." Marie said.

"Yeah," said Andy. "You really told him off. You usually start crying at the mention of your mom walking out."

So his name was Greg huh. I'll have to watch out for him.

Just then, two men were walking along the path talking. Ash recognized one of them as Professor Elm. The other was someone Ash hadn't seen in twelve years. Neither men had realized the kids were in the middle of the path because they were in deep conversation. (A/N: You know how Elm can be)

"So Elm, did you see Aaron at Indigo?"

"Actually, I was watching the Silver Conference. Did you know Ash was competing in it?"

"Really? I hadn't seen that boy for twelve years. It's too bad they couldn't participate in the same league."

"And risk recognition?"

"Good point."

"DAD!"

"AARON! I was starting to worry about you." Daniel Ketchem said to his son while in a tight hug.

"Sorry we took so long Mr. Ketchem." Andy apologized.

"Aaron got lost again." Marie explained.

"A true Ketchem." Elm said while receiving death glares from Daniel and Ash still in their hug.

Now I have an excuse.

Static was crying over the joyful reunion. Marie on the other hand was laughing over Professor Elm's comment.

Andy was off looking for Officer Jenny.