So Far: Ash had left Shamooti Island and Melody has decided to follow him. What lies in store for Ash and Melody at the Cerulean Gym? Read on to find out!

Ash's boat creaked slightly as it pulled into Cerulean Harbour (I know it doesn't have one, but it does in this story) He couldn't wait to surprise Misty at the Gym! He only hoped she wasn't too busy with anything.

Melody wasn't too far behind, her Lapras going as fast as a racing car does on a track. She was utterly determined to stop Ash and had managed to convince herself that Misty was wicked, someone who would tear apart Ash's heart and rip it in two. Deep, deep down Melody knew Misty wasn't really like that, but now she couldn't help wishing she was.

"Oh Ash…why did you choose her?" Melody whispered, a small tear rolling down her cheek. She shook it away fiercely, scolding herself for letting it slip out. Everything was going to be fine, she'd save Ash and he'd realise how much he actually did love her and then they would live happily ever after, like those fairytales she used to love to read. She sighed, knowing deep down that that probably wasn't going to happen, no matter how hard she wished it.

Ash breathed in the fresh Cerulean air as he stepped onto the beach. He loved this place, not only for its beauty and his memories of it, but also because it was home to the person who meant the most to him. He sighed again as he remembered how beautiful she was. He made a quick stop at the Pokemon Center to make sure he looked okay, before boldly making his way to the Gym.

"Um, hello?" Ash asked nervously, not seeing anyone around. He went over to the door into Misty's house and slowly went in.

His mouth dropped open and he couldn't believe what he saw. Misty was there all right-but she wasn't alone…

An even shorter part this time! Sorry about that, I promise the next part will be extra, extra long! Please review, because otherwise I may not continue writing it! Also, check out my other fic and review that please, because no one has reviewed it! Next part up soon.