DISCLAIMER: Don't own Pokemon, do own this story
Ash won his second round match against Paul from New Zealand in the last chappie, but now something threatens to terminate the entire contest...
Chapter 6: Disaster!
The next morning, Brock was up first cooking breakfast. Ash was watching TV in the lounge. 'We interrupt this broadcast for a special news bulletin. NEWSFLASH! An explosion has occurred just metres away from the famous Indigo Stadium, currently playing host to the Pokemon World Cup.' Ash called Brock and Misty to the TV. 'What's the problem?' asked Misty. 'Just watch this!' said Ash.
'...the explosion happened at about 5.20 this morning and police have asked everyone within a 200m radius to evacuate the area.' Just then, there was a knock on the door. It was a policeman. 'Grab your pokeballs and your bags and evacuate immediately' he said. 'I need to turn the oven off before we cause even more disaster' said Brock. The others went and got their stuff and left the house, Brock following a few minutes later. 'Follow me' said the policeman, and he took them to a building just on the outskirts of the village, where the other contenders and their friends were. Ash, Misty and Brock took a seat and Brock got out his battery-powered radio. 'We now go live to a news conference with the president of the I.P.A, John Williams.' 'We would like to make the following statement. The Pokemon World Cup has been temporarily put on hold due to the explosion which occurred this morning. However, all the players should not return to their home countries because we are hopeful that the tournament will continue soon. Thankfully no-one was hurt in the blast which happened at 5.20 this morning just outside Stadium A. Please stay tuned to local radio and television for further announcements.'
The room was gradually filling with other people. A TV had been put up on one side of the room, offering coverage of the events. 'Hey guys!' Paul, the New Zealander whom Ash had beaten in yesterday's second round match, came up to them. 'You haven't seen my Pikachu anywhere have you?' 'Not since yesterday' said Misty. 'He's gone off somewhere and I don't know where he is.' said Paul. 'We'll help you find him if you want' said Brock. 'Oh no you don't' said a policeman from behind them as they went towards the door. 'It's too dangerous to go out there' 'But we're looking for someone's Pikachu!' said Misty. 'Whos? Is he lost?' asked the policeman. 'A guy named Paul. Over there!' Ash pointed towards Paul. 'OK' said the policeman.
'I really need to get a bite to eat,' said Ash, 'Don't forget, we haven't had breakfast yet.' 'Yeah, I know...wait...is that what I think it is?' said Misty. 'It's a snack bar!' said Brock. 'WOOHOO!' said Ash and before anyone could stop him, he ran straight to the food counter. 'I wanna egg and bacon sandwich!' demanded Ash. 'There were other people infront of you, sir, could you get to the back of the queue please?' Ash looked behind and saw about 10 or so angry faces. 'He-he...sorry' said Ash and took his place in the queue.
Pikachu was looking around when he spotted a familiar face. He ran up to it. It was Paul's Pikachu, whom he had lost. Pikachu pulled on Ash's leg and showed him. Ash ran out of the queue and straight to Paul. 'We found Pikachu for ya!' said Ash. 'Oh thanks a lot Ash.' said Paul. 'Don't thank me, thank Pikachu!'
Just then a policeman came up and asked everyone to turn their attentions to the TV. He switched it on... 'We have a special news announcement. Now live to the president of the I.P.A in a special news conference.' 'We are very pleased to inform you that the tournament will go on. The fire didn't damage much of the stadium itself and therefore it is safe for play. A double-bill of second-round matches will take place this evening from 5pm. Thanks to everyone for their support and to the police officers for evacuating the area so quickly. Now, let the games continue!'
After the announcement, everyone cheered. 'Nice to see things getting back to normal again,' said Ash. 'NOW I REALLY NEED SOME FOOD!'
...and hegot his food. Eventually...
NEXT TIME:
It's the quarter finals! Ash is one step closer to realising his dream, but will the dream be shattered? It all depends on whether he wins this crucial match!
R and R