Action: I realized I called Nick's Arcanine, Arcanine instead of Hazel. I'm too lazy to edit that though.
Akira: I hope you know that speaks volumes of you as a person.
Hazel: Let him do what he wants, but thank you for addressing that.
Kuni: Guys, you are interrupting his intro.
Key: More like adding to it.
Nick: Guys, calm down.
Action: Thank you.
Charlie: Action doesn't own pokemon, music links or art if used.
Action: Ugh! Just get to your places everyone.
~Asher's~
"Times up and now for the judges" I brought over my three plates and so did the others I was competing against. Looking at what the others brought, one girl made spicy poffins while this other guy made rainbow ones. Maybe I should have stuck with one flavor. After a few minutes of the judges and their pokemon eating their dessert they said their comments.
"As some would think a major variety would bring out much flavor but only taste bland and acknowledges the baker's audacity in trying to combine so many flavors" spoke
"Even then with one flavor overpowering the food there is no pizzaze and making the eater want more" Nurse Joy spoke this time. Damn the nurse just roasted a trainer.
"Remarkable" spoke in a sad tone.
"I am disappointed with what was presented, but we have to give a winner. I have to say the winner is at least decent" looked at all of us.
"I couldn't agree more," Nurse Joy chimed in.
"The winner is Asher!" Marrion announced.
I decided to head out while they were doing the rest of the first stage, there are only eight groups of three and it takes a while to bake. I decided to leave Denki and Zig in their pokeballs to rest for the contest matches.
"How were we subpar?" Blade complained.
"I agree with you for once, but you need to calm down" Slasher spoke, as refined as ever.
"It's fine, we made it past the first round is all that matters" I tried to calm both of them down. In reality I was upset about what the judges said.
"Ash, do you have the canister I gave you when I came here?" Blade asked me.
"Yeah" I pulled it out of my bag.
"Thank you" he took it and opened it, revealing a crushed up white flower.
"What is that?" I asked, amused by its aroma.
"Chamomile leaves lightly touched with honey" he put a leaf in his mouth and visibly relaxed.
"I feel like it was a bad idea to get you into botany" I said while taking the leaf in my mouth and it did make me feel better and looser.
"I'll pass, I'll rely on my own methods" Slasher spoke out and then started his calming regimine. If you can't tell, we are on the outskirts of the town on route 209. Slasher seems to be like he's doing tai chi and Blade was relaxing up in a tree.
"Blade, can you do me a favor and make a ball out of vines?" I asked.
"Coming up" Blade used Frenzy Plant and forced some of the roots of the tree into a refined ball. "Coming your way" he tossed it my way.
"Thanks" I bounced it on my chest. I decided to practice my soccer skills by volling the ball. It felt good to let out some energy, none of my pokemon really enjoy football. I saw a tree in the distance and thought to take a shot at it. I then did a backflip taking the ball in the air between my ankles, I then line of the kick in mid air "Pegasus shoot" I felt a light blue aura build around me and then I kicked. The ball then got consumed by the aura and it was like a pegasus flying through the air.
"You finally mastered the shot" I heard Blade compliment me. Though the ball never reached the tree. I saw an Eevee jump out and bat the shot with its tail.
"Ryuusei Blade version three!" The voice was male. The ball was shot back and it was as if a meteor was coming my way. I guess this will help me practice my goalie skills. I took a defensive position and then bent down. A dark fiendish aura was pulled out of me. "Maou The Hand, G four!" I put my hands up so they were vertical. I caught the ball.
"Wow it's rare to find someone who knows some good football moves" The Eevee approached me.
"Thanks, it's rare I get practice in" I bent down to the Eevee's eye level.
"That's a shame, I've been looking for a trainer to practice with" the Eevee was visibly upset.
"I mean we could practice together if you join me" I offered him.
"I'll think about it," he said. What the hell does that mean? I never met a pokemon who had to think.
"Well, it would be rude of me not to introduce myself. I'm Asher Nightly and I'm a pokemon coordinator/Trainer. My partner is a Sceptile named Blade and my other pokemon is Slasher. I also have another partner and his name is Denki, you'll maybe see him later" I explained.
"The names Oscar and I'm a big fan of Football and battles" he spoke with energy. "You don't mind if I follow you around for a bit of time?" he asked while we walked to the tree Blade was resting in.
"Not at all" I sat down under the tree and pulled out a small pouch. "Want a poffin?" I offered.
"Sure" I tossed it up in the air and he jumped up to catch it.
"Wow, you must have some strong legs to jump that high without a running start" I complimented him.
"I guess" he spoke with his mouth full. "Also this is delicious" I smiled at his remark. "Got anymore?" he asked with intent eyes.
"Only if you come back with me to the contest hall" I offered. "Your abilities would be great for a contest" I tried to slyly offer him to join my team.
"Deal" Oscar jumped in my bag and then poked his head out.
"Okay guys we should head back. Blade and Slasher return" I pointed their pokeballs at them.
"Come on out Zig and Denki" They came out and Zig was sleeping on Denki's back.
"Ash, is it time?" Denki asked in a kind manner.
"No, but meet," I was interrupted.
"Me, Oscar" the eevee in my bag had a smug tone.
"Master, yes I would love to accompany you" Zig said in a daze. He still was asleep from my judgment. Denki just rolled his eyes and I could hear Oscar snickering on my back.
"Just to double check everything is in order for the second stage" I walked over to Denki and made sure he had a ribbon tied to the hilt of his swords and made sure zig was wearing his wings properly and took away the hat.
"Zig it's time to wake up, you have to perform soon" I cooed and I heard him groan on Denki's back.
"Okay master" he fluttered his eyes open and said slowly. I also made sure his mega stone was secure in the bowtie.
"Now, return" I returned them to their balls and made my way back to Hearthome.
"So this is what this city is like," Oscar commented.
"Yeah it's big, but not that many people" I gave him another poffin. "Ever thought about being in a contest?" I asked.
"Nah, I prefer fighting. My title back in the forest 'No Damage Flash'" he spoke with confidence. He reminds me of Denki when we first started traveling together. After some more talking I found out Oscar is just a bit younger than Denki and Blade, he turns three in a few weeks.
A/N: Understand pokemon are similar to animals and mature quickly. Mating age for pokemon is usually nine months or some time around there. To assure you all of you Asher's team is above the age of one.
"Talk about style change, do you always have to look fancy for these things?" Oscar asked, while I was putting the finishing touch on my outfit. It was similar to last night but with an added blazer and scarf with bubbles on it.
"Quiet you and keep stuffing your face" I said while making my way to the common room. Oscar was resting on my shoulder.
"How could I not, this stuff is good" I tossed him another poffin. I feel like he would fit well with Randy.
"Hey, Asher" I turned around and saw Nick and Akira coming my way. "Who's the eevee?" he pointed Oscar on my shoulder.
"Oh him, he's wild. Just here to spectate" I smiled.
"Sup, names Oscar" he spoke in a chill tone.
"Well, I hope you see something you like," Akira said, holding his 's' and slipping his tail under Oscar's chin.
"Sorry man, I don't swing that way," Oscar replied.
"Oh, what a shame. Anyway see you later" Akira and Nick walked off.
"Hello, everyone! I'm Marrion and we are ready to start the second part of the contest with the battles! Now to shuffle the eight contestants" Looking at the screen in the waiting room it revealed the bracket. It looks like if I win my way to the finals I could go up against Nick.
"By the way I'm staying on your shoulder the whole time" Oscar winked at me.
"Let's get going" I walked off making my way to the stage.
"Up first is Asher vs Alec!" They called out my name as soon as I got there. "If you two are ready, we have five minutes on the clock and the judges. Ready, begin!" Marrion called out.
"Show us a good time Denki and Zig!" I cheered while throwing their balls. Out came a plethora of petals and then appearing out of them was Denki and standing with pride on his back was Zig.
"Let's take them down, Luna and Yuna!" my opponent called out.
~Oscar's~
(Specialist - Persona 4 Dancing All Night)
Watching Asher command his pokemon to perform was amazing, and made me wonder how he commands them in a fight because he said he is a trainer and a coordinator. While he was fighting in the first two matches people commented on how I was resting on his shoulder or how Asher doesn't own an eevee, which didn't bother me and it didn't seem to bother him either. Maybe I could get behind being in a contest, but no costumes.
"We are here at the finals with Nick against Asher! We have five minutes on the clock, let's begin!" Marrion cheered.
"Let's show them how we roll!" Asher called out and the Giant otter and electric dog appeared out of a bunch of petals.
"Oliver, Key! Your time to shine!" When they came out of their balls a bunch of bubbles appeared and they both slashed them away. A Floatzal and Mienshao appeared.
"We'll start, Denki use Slash on Key and Zig use strength on Oliver"Asher took control of the fight as soon as it started.
"Key, deflect it and Oliver counter with Razor Wind" I watched as Mienshao redirected the slice so the sword would be lodged in the stadium floor and Zig got sent back due to the Razor wind.
"Quick maneuvering on Nick's part and Asher is losing points quickly" Marrion commented as the crowd cheered.
"Alright Denki use Ice beam and aim it up while spinning" Asher gave him a command and the beam dispersed forming a dome of ice around him. "Now Zig, jump up and discharge" I see what he is doing. He is trying to use the dome to send the electricity in many directions.
"Key, get in front of Oliver and use Detect" Nick tried to defend. The blue light that was created from the electricity bouncing off the dome only decreased Nick's points more. Even though Key was defending the orange otter, he was still hit with a bolt of electricity. "Very clever Asher, that's my idol for you. Now it's my turn!" Key and Oliver got in a ready stance. "Now Oliver Focus Blast on the dome!" With Denki being trapped under there Asher can't do anything.
"Zig, counter with Overheat!"
"Not so fast, Key, Aura sphere" Quickly zig was knocked back and Denki's dome was shattered, cutting him with ice.
"It's neck and neck with this amazing battle and we have a minute left on the clock" Marrion kept the crowd excited.
"Alright Zig, mega evolve" Asher hit the key stone he had as a pendant on his necklace. Blinding us with a white light I couldn't see the transformation, but not too soon after he appeared as an aggressive lightning dog. "Denki you know what's next" He unsheathed his sword and it started to float while Zig hopped on it.
"Look at that!" Marrion's jaw dropped and so did mine.
"Let's finish this, Key Close combat on Denki and Oliver Focus Blast on Zig" Looking at the board both are very low on points.
"Denki, Hydro Cannon and Zig, show them how strong Overheat can be!" Asher was getting really into it.
"Times up!" Marrion called and the others stopped halfway through their attacks. "The winner of the Hearthome contest is Asher!"
"Alright we one!" Asher ran over and hugged Denki and Zig, I made my way and rested on his head.
"Alright out third ribbon" Zig cheered.
~Asher's~
(Your Affection - Persona 4)
"Randy! Jack! We're back and got your favorite" Randy came charging out the basement.
"I heard food," Randy gave me a smirk.
"Yes," I pulled a container out of the bag I was holding. After the contest we went shopping for a few things then came back.
" Who's the pipsqueak?" It came off as rude but that's his normal tone.
"The names Oscar, what's up? '' I almost forgot he was on my shoulder.
"Cool anyway, Jack is upstairs as always," Randy commented before going back to what he usually does.
"Alright everyone clean up and take care of yourselves, tonight is everyone for themself" my party scattered after transforming to their anthro forms. "Oscar, what are you going to do now since the deal is up?" I asked.
"You got a Luxury ball?" He jumped down to the floor.
I went digging in my bag " yeah" I showed him.
"Okay then" he put his paw on the button and was turned to energy. The ball then shook twice, giving me a click. I didn't need to open the ball because Oscar did it himself.
"I guess I'm your new eevee" he then scampered off looking through the house. I decided to head to my room and lucky me, Denki was there.
"Ash, h-hey" he still is acting the same as before we left. He tried to make his way to the door but I blocked him off.
"First off, no more ducking me. What happened in the shower happened" I looked him dead in the eye and he nodded. "Okay, now I wanted to make sure your back was okay, you had Zig on it every time we started each battle" he took a step back and took off his shirt. Then made his way to the bed and laid down.
"As you can see I'm fine now" I walked over and he was right. "Now, Jack asked me if we wanted to play cards" Denki made his way to the door. I was left there shocked. I never got the cold shoulder. What could it be this time if it's not about the shower or injury. I decided to go to the basement where Randy was.
"Asher, it's rare to see you down here" Randy stopped kicking his punching bag. Looking around down here, it's one giant room with three doors. That leads to two small bedrooms for Slasher and Randy while the other is a bathroom.
"I'm guessing Slasher is asleep?" Randy nodded. "Then I can do this" I walked up to Randy and wrapped my arms around his neck, trapping him in a kiss. He then wrapped his arms around my waist. He then broke the kiss.
"Something frustrating happened?" he spoke in a teasing tone.
"That, and a bit pent up. Can you help me?" I spoke seductively. Randy and I made a deal a few months back. Friends with benefits and it works wonders, like if I need to get Denki out of my head or if I'm really frustrated and need release. Also, I do not have a problem with Pokephilia, it's legal in Sinnoh, while sadly not in my home region, but I don't care anyway. This all started just because we got into an argument which ended with us sleeping together, but I'm not complaining.
"Don't worry that's what I'm here for" we continued making out while walking into his room.
~Jack's~
(Continue playing Your Affection)
"I don't know what to do anymore. I like Asher, but I'm his pokemon. He says it's okay, but I don't know if I can. Then he always gives his attention to Zig and I get jealous and it separates us more and" he let out a frustrated groan. I can only listen for so long. I was on his back giving him a full body massage.
"If I had a pokedollar for every time I heard this I could afford my own supply of full restores" I spoke sarcastically.
"I'm being serious," Denki retorted.
"So am I" I pressed down on one of his pressure points.
"Yes sir" he physically deflated.
"You may want to tell him your emotions soon because you may be right, Zig may ask him out or this new fan of his might come up and take him away" I tried to fuel his fire.
"Yeah, I'll do so after the festival and league" Denki spoke with hope and I sighed. My friend here is hopeless, but what if I told him I had a crush on Asher, that would be opening a whole new can of worms.
Action: So Asher and Randy or doing the nasty.
Asher: No, No, Shut up. No one needs to know.
Randy: Frankly who cares, no strings attached.
Denki: What's going on now?
Blade: Nothing that concerns you.
Oscar: I'm glad I'm here now because I joined the juicy bits.
Zig: Hold it there tiger.
Action: Anyway, I hope you all enjoyed the chapter. Don't forget fav, follow and review and we'll see you soon.
Zig: Arf! I mean Bye!