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It's the last chapter of this story now, and the celebrations move to Pallet Town...

Chapter 11: Pallet Parties!

The next morning, Ash woke up and immediately noticed the trophy on his bedside cabinet. Then it dawned on him. He was the world champion. Memories came flooding of the previous night's events. What a night it was! And the party looked set to continue today as he was going to leave for Pallet town. He wondered what the reaction there would be...

About an hour later, Thomas called. 'Hi Ash!' said Thomas as Ash opened the door. 'I just called to say goodbye. I'm heading back to New York' 'It's been great knowing you' said Brock. 'Yeah, wanna keep in touch?' said Thomas. 'Cool!' said Ash. Thomas gave Ash his phone number on a slip of paper. 'OK, goodbye guys!' said Thomas. And with that, he went off to the airport. 'He's a good person, isn't he?' said Misty. 'Yeah' said Ash.

They went in to get their bags and stuff as a taxi drove up to their lodge to take them to the airport. They packed the trophy in a cardboard box, making sure to keep it well protected. Then they went out of the lodge for the final time, Brock locking the door on the other side. The taxi stopped by the receptionist so Ash could return the key. He went up to the receptionist and handed back the key. 'Congratulations on winning the cup' said the receptionist. 'Thank you' said Ash. He left the receptionists office and got back into the taxi.

They got to the airport and after a three-hour flight, they finally arrived at the nearest airport to Pallet. When they got off, a small crowd was there to see them. Ash came out of the plane, holding the trophy. The guards took him straight to the car which would take him home.

As they drove towards his house, the crowd was gradually getting larger. They got to his house and Ash got out of the car to a hero's welcome. He was finally home! His mother ran up to him and gave him a big hug. Normally, Ash would be embarrased about this in public, but today, he didn't mind. Practically everyone Ash had shared his journey with were there. Professor Oak, Ash's parents and even Gary and Team Rocket were there. Now that Ash's journey was over, there was no point in carrying on trying to steal Pikachu. James went up to him 'Congratulations on winning the cup' he said. 'Oh thanks James' said Ash. He was somewhat surprised. That was the first time ever that James had complimented him. Misty came up to him. 'Why don't you let your Pokemon out Ash, after all, they helped you win the cup' she said. 'Good idea, Misty. Come on out everyone!' said Ash. And all his Pokemon, Charmeleon, Pidgeotto and everyone else, came out of their Pokeballs.

Later on that afternoon, there was a public gathering in the main town square to celebrate Ash's victory. Thousands gathered there for the main celebrations. Ash got out of the car behind the stage. The announcer was building up to his arrival. The local television network was covering this event live. 'Ladies and Gentlemen, from Pallet Town, your town, please welcome onstage, the new Pokemon World Champion, ASH KETCHUM!' The crowd erupted with a massive cheer as Ash ran onstage. Once again he was showered with tickertape, just like the moment he lifted the trophy for the first time. He once again lifted it up into the air. The crowd cheered. Then when everything calmed down, he was handed a microphone.

'Ladies and gentlemen, I would firstly like to thank my mom and Professor Oak for helping me to start my journey, and providing me with my first Pokemon. I would definitely like to thank my Pokemon for winning the tournament. And I would like to thank Misty and Brock and all the other people I've met on my journey. You've been there during thick and thin. I would also like to thank Gary Oak for being such a fantastic opponent during the final. I would have been just as happy if it were you standing here now. Also, thanks to Jessie, James and Meowth, aka Team Rocket, for trying your best at stealing my Pikachu.' Everyone laughed. 'Maybe next time, eh?' 'And I would finally like to thank you guys for being here today and for supporting me during the tournament. I couldn't have wished for a better home town! Thanks!'

Everyone cheered as Ash lifted the trophy one last time. And with that, it was just Ash, Misty and Brock in the square. 'So what are you going to do now, since you're world champ. You've acheived your goal, so now what?' asked Misty. 'I've decided I'm going to take things a little easier now. I'm definitely going to keep the Pokemon, and keep them strong, but I'll only take part in friendly tournaments for charity and stuff. What about you?' said Ash. 'I've decided to go back to my home in Cerulean City and look after the gym with my sisters.' she said. 'And I've got to go back to Pewter gym because my father unfortunately passed away about a year ago and there's only my eldest brother to look after them, so I'm going back' said Brock. 'That's sad about your father' said Misty. 'Yeah I know. Well Ash, this is goodbye I suppose' said Brock, shaking Ash's hand. Then they both said 'Ah, go on then' and hugged each other. Then he went off. 'Hold on Misty' he said as she was about to leave. 'You said about...' then he presented Misty with a new bike. 'Remember at the start of the...' He was interrupted. 'Oh thank you Ash' she said and hugged him. 'It's been greating knowing you Ash' she said as she got on her bike. If you're not busy one day you could come down to the gym.' 'Thanks' said Ash. 'Well, so long' said Misty as she sped off down the road. 'Well Pikachu, just you, me, and my other Pokemon' said Ash as Pikachu climbed up on his shoulder. And with that, they went off into the sunset, holding the trophy aloft. Ash Ketchum was finally POKEMON CHAMPION OF THE WORLD!

THE END

That's it...the end of the story. Thanks to everyone who has read and reviewed.

R and R