Here's the next chapter, I got it done a little sooner that I thought. I hope you all enjoy it. As for the comment about Ash's pokemon's power level, I didn't want to make him seem too over powered but I'll adress that situation thank you. Also I've wonder what you all think about one trainer doing multiple Mega evolutions in a single battle.

Ash slowly opened his eyes and turned to check what time it was. He seen its was just after five so he decided to get up and get ready for a little training before they left Cerulean City. Ash he stood up he glanced around the room and his eyes fell on May sleeping comfortably in her bed. He smile as he remembered the evening prior and quietly walked next her bed and gave her a gentle kiss on her forehead. He walked into the bathroom to get cleaned up, while he was doing so he replayed his gym battle in his head so he could make mental notes on training. While he did this he remembered something that seemed odd to him.

He remembered feeling something that seemed almost familiar but out of place during the battle. He hadn't told May but he'd felt this, feeling for a lack of a better word a few times since they'd left Pallet Town. He always docked it up to nerves or excitement of a battle, so he'd just write it off as nothing. Ash had asked Lucario if he'd felt anything odd during the battle, he said he hadn't as he was watching the battle intently.

Ash pushed the thoughts aside, he decided he'd keep an eye out and focus the next time he felt it again. Once he was changed he stepped back into the room and seen May was dressed waiting for him by the door.

She smiled at him, "Ready to go?"

"With you, I'll go anywhere." He said with a grin, causing a small blush to form on her cheeks. The couple held hands as they head to the training area, once the got outside they let their pokemon out. they gave them training instructions before the pair began exercising together.

Unbeknownst to them a lone figure stood on a small hill a ways off watching them, he wore an unreadable expression. He watched them for a moment before stepping away out of sight from anyone before reaching into his pocket. When his hand emerged he had an old rough looking pokegear in his hand. The stranger flipped it open and scrolled through the very short list of numbers, his lips curved into small grin when he found the number he wanted. Pressing on it he listened to the ringing waiting for an answer on the other end.

Away in Vermillion City a huge bulky man with spiky yellow hair sat behind his desk going through some papers enjoy his morning coffee. He was taken slightly off guard at the phone ringing so early in the morning. Reaching over he picked it up and answered.

"Vermillion City gym, this Lieutenant Surge speaking how may I help you?"

The stranger smiled at hearing an old familiar voice, "Its been awhile since I last heard you speak old friend. I'm glad I was able to get ahold of you."

"Sorry but who is this?" The electric gym leader asked.

"I'm an old friend, I'm not surprised you don't recognize my voice, but for now my name isn't super important."

"Well then, friend what can I do you for you?" The Lieutenant asked, racking his brain trying to place the voice. He was a little leery of the man on the other end of the call, he didn't like not knowing who was talking to.

"I understand if you're a bit apprehensive talking to me, seeing how you're at a slight disadvantage. I have a favor to ask of you, it involves a trainer whom you've dealt with in the past and you'll be seeing again shortly." The man said.

Surge thought for a moment, "You mean Ash Ketchum. What does he have anything to do with you?"

"Let's say I'm interested in his future and I will eventually have the pleasure of battling with him before the league." Was the man's answer.

A metaphorical light went off in Surge's mind, "You're the new Viridian Gym leader, that's why I know your voice. Granted we only spoke on a conference call before the season began."

The man gave a small chuckle, "I see time hasn't dulled your mind at all. Now back to the favor, I'm sure you're well aware of how young Mr. Ketchum vanished for five years to train. His hope was to become stronger than ever and win the leagues, but there is a small problem. I've witnessed his last two gym battles and they seemed a bit lacking." The man paused letting the info sink in for the electric gym leader, "I'm not sure if its because they're his friends or if he's holding back for some other reason. He has definitely shown improvement, but not what you'd expect from all those years of constant training."

Surge listened to the man speak, "So I'm guessing you want me to do something about it when he visits me."

"Exactly, whether you call him in the carpet, push him to the brink in battle, or one of you head games. Something needs to rattle him, other wise the pain of leaving won't be worth it at all."

"That's sounds easy enough, but my question is why don't you approach him and say the same?"

The man's eyes narrowed slightly as he gave a sigh, "I believe him hearing it from you might make it sink in better, I know you were the first gym that actually pushed him to think outside of the box."

"I guess that makes sense, but I have a condition before I accept this favour of yours. I know Charles Goodshow is the only person I know of that knows who you are and that man holds info better than anyone out there. I'd really like to know who you are." Surge said with small smirk

The man wore an amused smile, "Well I guess in order to get what I want I'll have to give a little now won't I. I'll tell you, but if it gets out and I find it was you we'll have some big problems."

The tone of voice was enough to send a small shiver down the hardened military veteran's spine, "You have my solemn vow that no one find out from me "

"Good, I'll hold you to that. Now as to who I am, my name is..."

On the other end of the line, Surges mouth dropped and was speechless. After a moment he got his bearings back, "Ok I promise I'll do my best to get through to him and I'll call the remaining leaders and tell them to push him as well."

"Thank you friend, now its time for me to go back to my gym, I'm sure to have a challenger or two soon. Take care, until we meet again."

"You do the same." Surge replied and the call ended. He sat there for a moment taking in everything that just happened, he smiled and stood up. He walked into the training room of the gym where his pokemon all were. "Ok everyone, its time to get really serious, we've got a big task a head of us."

Back in Cerulean City the man pocketed his device, and pulled out a poke ball. He tossed it into the air releasing a large winged pokemon, with one swift jump he landed on the pokemon's back. With a final glance of the city and the young couple training they flew off. With a grin the man thought 'Ok its time to see what the pride of Pallet Town can do.'

Back at the Pokemon Center Ash and May had just finished their exercise and called their pokemon back so the could get healed up and on their way. They collected their pokemon and thanked Nurse Joy, before heading back to their room. Ash let May clean up first, while doing so he made sure that all their belongings were packed up and ready. May stepped out into the room letting Ash get cleaned up, she sat on the bed smiling while stroking Glaceon and Pikachu. She couldn't help but think of how perfect last night was and that she was very lucky to finally be with Ash.

With everything packed and ready to go they made their way to the desk to hand in their key. Ash turned to May, "Hang on a second May, I want to send Charizard back and get Krookodile so he can help train Sandshrew."

"Ok Ash I'll wait here for you." She said giving his hand a small squeeze. Before he went to the transfer machine, Ash pulled May in close giving her a small soft kiss.

He looked into her eyes and smiled, "I love you May Maple."

She was taken back by the action but nonetheless she enjoyed, "I love you Ash Ketchum. Now hurry so we can make it to my next contest and your next gym battle."

Ash quickly made the transfer, once Krookodile's ball was clipped on his belt he went back May. He reached out and took her hand as thet passed through the doors with Pikachu and Glaceon leading the way and Meowth and Lucario on either side. On the way out of town the stopped and said goodbye to Misty telling her they'd see her before the league and grand festival.

Over the next few days they would do light training in the morning, travel until lunch, do a more power based training, then travel until they found a spot for camp. While they cooked they would have their pokemon work on control and finesse of their attacks. They we're both impressed and proud of each of their Ralts and how far they'd came in such a short period of time. Sandshrew was determined to make Ash proud no matter how many times Ash told him he already was. The young pokemon's drive made Ash excited to see just what he could do in battle.

On the third day the group came upon a building that had visited before. Except the sign and changed to A.J.'s Training Gym. Ash smiled as they walked through the gates and seen many young trainers working hard with their pokemon.

A man with dark green hair and a Sandslash by his side walked up to them, "Welcome to my training gym, my name is A.J.. What can I do for you folks?"

"Its been a while A.J.. You look like you're doing well for yourself." Ash stated as he extended his hand. Seeing the confusion in the savage pokemon trainer's eyes, "You don't recognize my face, but my name should ring a bell. I'm Ash Ketchum."

A J.'s face changed from confusion to a pleased smile, "Wow it has definitely been a long time since I've heard that name. Its good to see you again."

"Likewise, and this is May my girlfriend." was Ash's reply.

"It's a pleasure to meet you." A.J. said shaking May's hand as well.

"Nice to meet you too. This is quite the training area you have." May said as she looked around at all the equipment and different terrain that everyone was using.

"Thank you." He said with a smile. "Why don't you guys come in and we can catch up some."

They followed him into the main building, where he showed them into his office offering them some chairs to relax in. Once everyone was settled and A.J. had offered drinks to everyone and the pokemon that were out, he sat behind the desk. Ash was impressed at how much A.J. had changed from when they first met, but then again so had he.

A.J. told them that after beating Ash he went and tired his hand at beating the Kanto gyms but only managed to win 6 badges. He came back and got another hundred wins before going to Hoenn. He made the league but only to the second round. He returned once again but didn't have the drive to earn the wins again. One day a group of new trainers showed up wanting to know if they could train in his gym for awhile. He helped them train for a few days and he realized that that's what he wanted to do. He wanted to be a training coach and help newer trainers get stronger to got out on their own with more confidence.

"That's how the new gym came to be." A.J. finished.

"That's impressive A.J., and your gym is top notch." Ash complemented.

"Well I appreciate it Ash, this place is my pride and joy right behind my pokemon." He replied reaching down stroking Sandslash's head.

They talked a little longer trading training ideas and A.J. offered Ash a few ideas to help with his Sandshrew. They bid A.J. farewell wanting to get back on the road to make May's contest on time. They traveled a couple more days continuing with their daily workouts including a few ideas from A.J.. The second day after leaving the training gym, they became surrounded by thick fog Ash and Pikachu immediately knew where they were.

"This fog is so thick, I feel like we're going to get all turned around in it." May said with a slightly worried tone.

"Nothing to worry about May, Pi and me know exactly where we are. Right bud?" Ash said gently squeezing her hand while scratching Pikachu's chin with with the other.

"Chaaa." Was the electric mouse's happy reply.

Ash guided May, Glaceon, Meowth, and Lucario through the fog with Pikachu happily perched on his shoulder. They eventually came to a small clearing where May could see what looked like to her a school house. As they came towards the front she saw a sign that read 'Pokemon Technical Institute.'

"What is this place Ash?"

"Its a school that offers trainers experience and an opportunity to enter the pokemon league upon completion without battling the gym in Kanto. It's not exactly my taste of getting into the league but some of the trainers that come from here are quite strong opponents." He explained while the walked through the court yard.

They came into a grassy area where a group of children sat around listening to two instructors on the importance of instinct in battling.

"I've said this many times before and I will continue to say it, but type advantage does not always dictate the end result of a battle. Both Joe and I speak from mmultiple experiences."

"That's right Gisele, although the most profound one to me was losing with my Weepinbell to Misty's Starmie. I had beaten her many times in simulation but the real thing is quite different." Joe explained.

"I agree that day I was taught a valuable lesson, not only in battling but in friendship." She said casting a small glance at Joe. "I beat Misty with my Graveler but my Cubone was bested by a young trainer with a Pikachu. Now tonight I want you all to study different situations of an pokemon with a disadvantage coming out on top and have a two page break down about it turned in tomorrow. Class dismissed."

May and Ash watched as the students dispersed and go about their activities. They approached the two instructors as they discussed the lesson they'd just finished.

Joe noticed the couple approaching them and he turned with a smile, "Hi how may we..." His words stopped when his eyes fell on a certain pokemon riding on a shoulder. "Ash Ketchum is that really you?"

"I'm impressed that you recognized me so quickly Joe. Its good to see you, and you as well Gisele. Looks like you're both doing a fine job teaching here." Ash said shaking both of their hands. "I'd like you both to meet May Maple my girlfriend."

Every time she heard Ash introduce her as his girlfriend a small blush would creep onto her cheeks and she'd feel warm on the inside.

"Its a pleasure to meet both of you." May said shaking their hands as well.

"Ash I want to thank you." Gisele said, seeing the confusion in both May's and Ash's faces she explained, "If it wasn't for Ash coming here when he did I don't know if me and Joe would've connected on the level we did. Ash's lessons he taught us that day, even if he was unaware of them changed our future. A couple if years after we met, Joe and I left the school to travel and learn out in the world. After a few years we returned here at the request of the administration to be teachers. While being here we eventually got married and have been happily together since."

"Wow that's amazing, who knew that a crazy headstrong ten year old would unknowingly shape two people's lives." May teased rubbing her shoulder on Ash's. The group sat a near by table and caught up and swapped stories. May quickly grew to like the young couple and enjoyed hearing what all happened when Ash came to the school the first time. She looked at him while they talked and couldn't help but love him more, he was and still is deeply compassionate about his beliefs and holds his friendships near to his heart.

The group talked for a few hours when they realized how late it was getting, "Ash we should probably get back on the road before it gets too dark." May said gently running her hand over his arm.

"You're right May." He said standing up taking her hand is his lightly helping her to her feet. "Its been great catching up with you two. I'm happy that things have worked out so well for you both."

"Wait, instead of camping out in the woods tonight why don't you guys stay here and rest in a nice bed. There are a few empty rooms to spare and I'm quite sure they're more enjoyable than the ground." Joe said.

"Yeah I agree plus the fog is pretty bad at night time around here." Gisele added.

"I think that sounds like a good idea, what do you think May?" Ash asked.

"I like it, plus I really wouldn't mind a nice hot shower." She said with a smile. She didn't mind camping at all, but she did love a nice shower and good bed from time to time.

"Then it's settled we'll show you were you can stay tonight." With that Gisele and Joe led the couple to a quaint room with two beds a small kitchen area and a private bathroom. "This should work just fine for you guys."

"Thank you both, this is a great room." May said with a happy smile.

"Its the least we can do for you two, after all we owe Ash a lot. Joe said putting his arm around his wife. "Goodnight you two we'll see you in the morning."

After a comfortable nights sleep Ash and May woke up as the sun just as the sun began to light the sky. They quickly got changed for training and they went out an open area of the school grounds to squeeze in some training before they hit the road. Ash sent his pokemon out and began to instruct them on exercises.

"Krookodile I'd like you to keep working with Sandshrew to help him learn Mud-Slap. Donphan I also want you to bounce in there and help him refine his Earthquake. Gardevoir I'm going to have you and Lucario keep going Ralts with honing his psychic moves and just improving his accuracy. Meowth and Pikachu we're going to do some speed training together and working on moving target accuracy." The pokemon split off into their groups and began training.

May called out her pokemon and started their training as well. "Swaddle I want you to work with Florges and Venusaur to focus on your grass type moves. WaWartortle, you and Swanna partner up and put some twists on your water type moves. Ralts I'm going to have you work with Glaceon, Blaziken, and myself to help you understand more of the contest aspect of your attacks."

Over the next hour and half they all pushed hard in training. After he felt comfortable with Pikachu and Meowth together, he began moving between the other groups giving them ideas and helping them train. May continued with her Ralts, Blaziken, and Glaceon trusting her other pokemon to know what they needed to do.

They had been so focused they didn't notice the group of students who had gathered to watch. They were amazed at the beauty of May's contest styled attacks and marveled at the power behind his pokemon's attacks.

"See everyone this is what it takes to become a great trainer or coordinator. They sacrifice sleep to push themselves harder and to become the best." Gisele said causing Ash and May to notice the group that had formed. Both trainers because slightly embarrassed and mimicked each other rubbing the back of their heads. The students swarmed them with questions and they did their best to answer them. Eventually Joe and Gisele called the students back order and had them go back to the classroom to begin their lessons.

"Sorry about that, but when we seen you two training we thought it was a perfect opportunity to teach the children what it looks like to be a great trainer." Joe said.

"Its ok, its totally understandable." May said as she returned her pokemon minus Glaceon.

"Yeah, I don't mind helping them understand what it takes." Ash said copying May's actions, leaving Meowth and Lucario out while Pikachu scampered up to his shoulder. "It was about time for us to stop training and for us to get cleaned up and get ready to head out."

"We do have a on site Nurse Joy here, if you'd like to rest your pokemon while you get ready, if you like." Gisele said gesturing towards the main the hall area. They gratefully accepted their offer, while they got changed the school's Nurse Joy gave their pokemon a check up and let them rest.

Once they got cleaned up and straightened up their room they returned to the healing area and got their pokeballs back.

"You're pokemon all healthy now, I you have a great day." Nurse Joy said with a cheerful smile.

"Thank you." May and Ash said in unison. They looked at each and chuckled as they clipped their pokeballs back in their places. Meowth, Lucario, and Glaceon all came out before their balls were put away, they waited by their trainer's sides while they said their goodbyes. They promised that they next time they were in the area they'd stop in again and do more demonstrations.

They struck out on the road again smiling happily as they walked through the beautiful scenery. While they walked they discussed ideas for May's next contest and possible combinations she could try using. They walked for five or so hours before they stopped and had lunch, they opted out of their usual lunch time training to let thetheir pokemon enjoy the grassy clearing they stopped in. Once the cleaned up their lunch they began down the path once again, as night fall drew closer they came across a newer Pokemon Center.

"This is new." May said, "I don't remember seeing this on the map when I looked last."

"Well I guess were in luck again." Ash said as they walked through the doors.

"Hi, welcome to the Hidden Valley Pokemon Sanctuary Pokemon Center." The pink haired nurse behind the counter said.

"The Hidden Village Pokemon Sanctuary, I had no idea that it became an official sanctuary." Ash said.

"It became official about a month ago the league and pokemon officials came down and did the ribbon cutting." She explained.

"That's great, I remember you and Brock telling about it when we traveled together." May said to Ash. "Wait a second, isn't the Pokemon Contest right around here?"

"You're right, the contest circuit wanted to honor the sanctuary becoming official by a show of beauty and what better way to show beauty then a contest." Nurse Joy said to the pair.

"Well then I guess we'll stay here for a few days and get rested up and prepared for the contest." Ash said turning to May.

"Yeah I thought it was going to be on the other side of the forest." May said.

"It was going to be, but they decided with the center being open now they chose the actual sanctuary building area for the contest." The nurse explained once more.

Ash and May got a room key for the next few days, glad they did before the rest of the competitors showed up. "One second May, I want to get one of my pokemon sent over first."

"Ok sweetheart I'll come with you." May said intertwining her fingers with Ash's. They walked closely together to the transfer machine and Ash dialed the number for Professor Oak's lab.

"Oak Laboratory this is Professor Oak." The elderly man said before the screen turned on.

"Hello Professor, sorry its kind of late but I wanted to do this transfer tonight."Ash said once he could see the man who gave him his Pikachu.

"Ah Ash my boy and May its good to see you both. Its no problem at all, what can I do for you." The professor said with smile.

"I'd like to send Donphan back to you and could I get Venusaur. I'm sure he'd really enjoy seeing where we are. Of course Ash, Tracy would you mind running out and bringing Ash's Venusaur."

"Sure thing professor I'll be right back." Came a reply from the other room.

"So you two where are you calling from the number doesn't show just yet it seems."

"We're at a new Pokemon Center just outside of the Hidden Village Pokemon Sanctuary." May said.

"Ah yes that makes sense, I heard from some of my league friends that they did the ribbon cutting not too long ago." Professor Oak said, "You're right to think Venusaur would like to see that place again. I'd be willing to bet he holds it very close to his heart."

Once Tracy returned they completed the transfer Ash and May wished them a good night and Ash thanked them once more. They left the transfer area and made their way to their room. Once the got cleaned up they sat down and being a newer center the rooms were more updated and they had a tv in their room. Ash slid over slightly so May could come sit next to him while they watched it a little before going to bed. Ash draped is arm around May's shoulder while she rested her head on his shoulder. Glaceon curled up next to Pikachu while Meowth jumped onto a padded chair closing his eyes and Lucario leaned up against the wall in his usual position.

An hour later later Ash heard May lightly breathing, he looked down and seen she had fallen asleep. He carefully lifted her into his arms and carried her to her bed, Lucario seeing this rose from his position and pulled back the covers so Ash could lay her down. Once she was covered Ash thanked Lucario, the aura pokemon returned to his spot and Ash gave May's forehead a soft kiss and whispered goodnight to her before climbing into his bed and quickly fell asleep.

The morning came and found the young couple outside in the fresh forest area working together to help refine May's appeals. They were working on multiple appeals so she could have a range to choose from so no one could try strategize against her. They decided to go explore they area once they finished their morning training. They walked through the gated entrance and they saw the beauty of the area beyond it. There was lush deep green grass, foliage of all kinds and berry trees of every type growing everywhere.

They walked towards the center of the village, when Ash last visited there was just one small building but now there were numerous others. They housed the sick or injured pokemon and the volunteers that came to the Hidden Village. Ash saw the person he was looking for, "Melanie its great to see you again."

"Oh hello, please forgive but I can't seem to put a name to your face." Melanie said turning towards May and Ash.

"I think this might help." Ash said pulling out Venusaur's pokeball. "Come on out."

With a flash of light Venusaur appeared and shook his head, when he opened his eyes they landed directly on Melanie. He immediately recognized his old friend, his vines quickly extended and picked her up and sat her on his back. She gave a small surprised yelp but quickly giggled once she was sat down.

"Aren't you a friendly pokemon." She said rubbing his head getting a happy 'Saurr' in return.

"He would be, seeing that you two have a good past together." Ash said smiling at the reunion.

Melanie looked at Ash then back to Venusaur, "Wait your not the little Bulbasaur that I took care of many years ago? That would make you Ash. Oh my its so good see both of you again." She said sliding back to the ground and wrapping her arms around Venusaur hugging her old friend tight.

They sat in a shaded area where Ash introduced May to Melanie and he told her of the adventures Venusaur and him had shared. He told them that after leaving Rota while trianing Bulbasaur finally chose to evolve into Ivysaur, and while traveling up Mt. Silver Ivysaur evolved into Venusaur.

"We hadn't been there all that long when a rather angry group Ursaring attack us by surprise. We managed to hold them back but they were very territorial and attacked everything in sight. Some how a young Aipom got caught in the cross fire and as one of the Ursaring went after it with a double Hammer Arm. Ivysaur threw himself in front of the attack and used a quick powered Solarbeam defend, but the Ursaring started pushing through it. The rest of my pokemon and me were blocked in and couldn't break free to help. Suddenly Ivysaur began to glow and i immediately knew what was about to happen. He evolved and gaining extra strength from doing so launched the Ursaring back towards the others and sent them flying with a full strength Solarbeam." When Ash finished telling the story, Melanie and May both looked at Venusaur with an impressed expression.

"I always knew you'd be a very strong pokemon old friend and I am beyond proud of all you have accomplished." Melanie said beaming with pride.

"I agree Venusaur, you're quite the heroic pokemon jumping into danger to save another pokemon like that." May complemented.

Venusaur sheepishly rubbed his head with one of his vines (even Ash's pokemon picked up some of his habits.). They talked a while longer before Melanie had to return to some of the pokemon she was watching over. The group returned to the Pokemon Center to do a little more training before the day was over. May wanted to make sure everything was perfect before the contest began in two days. Once they felt comfortable with how the pokemon preformed they had Nurse Joy check them all out before getting some dinner and feeding all their pokemon. As night fell the retreated back to their room and spent the evening similar to the one before hand. They eventually called it a night and crawled into their beds and drifted off into a peaceful sleep.

They chose to sleep in and relax the day prior to the contest so that all of May's pokemon were well rested. They were currently sitting under a tree enjoying the cool air and watching the pokemon of the Hidden Village play with one another. Ash told May he was going to grab is bag from the room and he'd be right back, so she stayed there feeling at ease. Until she heard a voice she'd been dreading to hear.

"Why hello May, you look beautiful as ever." May turned to face the speaker, she felt a ball of anger form in her stomach.

"Drew leave me alone, I want nothing to do with you after you slapped me. You're slime and to be honest I always felt that way." She said standing incase he tried anything.

"Look I apologize about that, I got caught up in the moment and lost my cool." He said taking a step towards her. "How about I take you out for a nice dinner and we forget all about that. I mean after all we're meant to be, the two best Coordinators."

May scoffed, "First I'll never forget that, second I have a boyfriend and third I would never be with you even if you were the only man on earth." She held her ground and Glaceon stood defensively next to her trainer.

In his arrogance Drew let a sarcastic laugh out, "You're playing the I have a boyfriend game? I'd of heard about that if it were true, but I'll humor you. Who might this supposed boyfriend be?"

"That would be me." Came a deep angry voice from behind Drew, who spun to face the speaker only to realize the man was a fair bit taller.

"Who the hell do you think... Wait you're the man from the wedding." Drew paled slightly when he noticed Pikachu on his shoulder with his cheeks crackling it hit him. "Ketchum is that you?"

"Yes it is, and if I were you I'd leave I restrained myself last time more than you deserved. I won't do that again, do you understand?"

Drew took a small step back and his hand instantly went to his pokeballs. Pikachu immediately jumped in front of Ash, Lucario and Meowth both stood by his side ready for whatever.

"If I were you Drew, I'd look at your situation, and remember out last meeting it didn't end well for you." Ash's tone was menacing but seemed to almost dare Drew to try him. Drew's eyes darted from Ash to May to Ash's pokemon and he finally turned on his heel and quickly walked away.

"Are you ok May?" Ash asked as he walked to May.

"Yeah I am. Thank you, although I could have handled him."

"I know you could have with no problem other than you would have been disqualified from the contest." He said with a light chuckle, "Plus it was fun to scare him off."

May giggled, "It was funny to see him turn white."

"May, if you face him tomorrow wipe the arena with him." Ash said looking into her eyes.

Her eyes stared back into Ash's burning with passion and hunger for battle. "I have every intention of that." With that the couple went and found another area to relax for the remaining part of the day. They decided to call it a night when the sky began to turn purple, they chose to go straight to bed instead of watching tv that night to make sure they got plenty of sleep.

"Goodnight Ash thank you again for today. Sleep well" May said stifling a yawn.

"You're welcome my love, I'd do anything in the whole world for you. Sweet dreams. I love you May." He replied.

"I love you too Ash." May said as the lights turned off.


As always thanks for reading amd for all the favorites and followers. Feel free to leave any comments or reviews. Until next time.

Ash's pokemon: Pikachu, Lucario, Meowth, Ralts, Sandshrew, Krookodile, Gardevoir, and Venusaur.

May's pokemon: Blaziken, Glaceon, Sewaddle, Venusaur, Florges, Wartortle, Swanna, and Ralts