AN: Yo my fellow peeps, it's your buddy Dragon here with the next chapter of my first story; which thanks to all you wonderful people is going great. I'm so excited when I see your comments on what you guys think of the story. I want to thank you all for your favorites and followings of my story. I read every single comment you guys send, sometimes more than once lol. I don't really have much to say, so without further ado let's get to the story! The Harem is as follows:

Cynthia

Annabel

Korrina

Serena

Ursula

Elesa

Roxie

Dawn

Hilda

Sabrina

Skyla

Pokémon- Attack

"Pokémon"- Pokémon speaking (people won't understand unless told otherwise)

"Pokémon"- Human Speech

'Pokémon'- Thinking

"Pokémon"- Pokédex Entry

Chapter 7:

Champion Encounter!

Zyon looked at the hand that Ash offered and closed his eyes before accepting it with a smirk. "Looks like I'm not ready to lay you flat on your ass, huh Ash?"

"No Zyon you are not," Ash said in a monotone voice before he broke it with a huge grin and spoke with pride to his student. "But you were able to hole your own for way longer than before besides, we weren't going our hardest so who knows how that could have ended." With those words, Ash yanked his friend up onto his feet. They both heard a lot of noise and looked to see their Lucario's surrounded by Ash's other excited Pokémon.

Ash chuckled at the enthusiasm his family have for one another and a good battle. This though caused Ash's body to stiffen and for him to get lost in thought.

Family… that's what he was seeing right now. This was his family, the one's who stood by him and his dreams; the one's that worked alongside him every step towards his accomplishments and failures. Delia was his family once, she was like them but she must have got tired of his failures. Unlike his current family, she chose to turn her back on him with his "friends".

'I will have to give this more though later,' Ash said mentally. 'Right now it's time to address my family.' "Ok everyone enough fooling around! Line up," Ash spoke clapping his hands to get their attention.

That did the trick as every Pokémon stopped what they were doing and gave Ash their full attention. Some stood on the ground while some were on tree branches and rocks. The Water types were relaxed in the crystal clear water as they eyed their trainer, while some of the smaller Pokémon were sitting on the bigger Pokémon so they could see better.

"Ok everyone, the first rounds were completed and thanks to the efforts of Hitmonlee we have continued into the second round," Ash began before he was drowned out by the burst of cheers from his Pokémon that were congratulating the Fighting type, who blushed from all the praise and Ash's acknowledgement. Ash sighed before releasing a calming wave of aura that caused his Pokémon to quiet down.

It was a trick he learned when training his Aura capabilities. Aura follows the spiritual output of the user and in a less sense, the users emotions; the darker the person or emotion then the darker and more unnerving the aura that's released. While if you kept calm and kind hearted then your aura shall become smooth and relaxing to others. He has used this trick to calm down fighting between Pokémon or end feuds between them.

"Also thanks to the efforts of Sceptile, we took down Lance's Aerodactyl," Ash paused to allow another round of cheers though much calmer due to Ash still releasing his aura. "Even with these victories, I don't want any of you to get overconfident. Aerodactyl is Lance's lowest level Pokémon from his main team and he still almost beat us. Also let's not forget the strength the other Champions possess." Ash paused once more to let his words sink in.

Don't get him wrong, Ash is very confident that his Pokémon will win no matter what comes their way but in the event that they do lose then he will go down because the opponent had more skill or power, NOT because they got arrogant.

"There are also a few trainers that have caught my attention. I've seen one of them battle and they were quite skilled. Just like us, he too only used one Pokémon and he dominated the battle. So we have tough challenges ahead but like always…" Ash's serious face then gained a confident smirk "…we will come out on TOP!"

This caused his Pokémon to cheer loudly once more, ready to put everything they had into the upcoming battles. They refuse to fail, for Ash and all he has done for them, they will not go down!

Ash smiled at his Poke… no, at his family. The one's that stuck with him through it all. 'I won't fail them; they worked too hard to get here. I won't lose this tournament; I won't fail them like I did in Unova!'

While Ash may be a Champion, that loss in the Unova League still left a bad taste in his mouth. He had always gotten far in his leagues, even if he didn't win but his try in Unova was a joke compared to the others.

"I'll be heading back to the hotel and due to a certain situation arising, I will be carrying six Pokémon with me at all times compared to the usual 3 or 4 that I take," Ash said to his awaiting Pokémon. He would take more than six but was actually against the idea.

Trainers think that you can only carry six Pokémon, anymore and that's cheating… that is actually wrong. When in the actual League itself or in a gym that you are to only carry six Pokémon, less chaos that way. While traveling though, it's a different story altogether. It's only recommended that you carry only six due to it being easier to raise six than like say ten of them. Plus it's not as expensive to care for six, unless of course you owned a Snorlax.

Taking out five Pokéballs, he returned his chosen five Pokémon in a red flash while Pikachu jumped onto his left shoulder. Ash then looks to the rest of his Pokémon.

"As for the rest of you, continue your training regimens scarcely. I need you all to be ready when needed." His Pokémon nodded at his command before dispersing to either train or rest. Ash then handed his jacket, gloves, and staff to Zyon.

"I've been meaning to ask, why do you not keep your stuff with you? Also why do you act less mature than you really are when you're wearing it?" Zyon asked.

"Simple really," Ash replied seriously. "No one knows that I'm Satoshi. Neither the Champions nor do my former friends know that I'm the Satoshi guy that they met before. Adding to the fact that Ash Ketchum is a Champion, and one that has not been interviewed so the media will hound after Ash not Satoshi; I would really not have to deal with them. This way I can move around more freely when I go out as Satoshi."

"Will Ash and Satoshi stay separate or will you reveal the truth at some point?" Zyon asked. Ash hummed before giving his answer.

"To be honest I do not know. Most likely not until the finals, that way I can show the real me in the end." Zyon nodded his head as he began to put away Ash's leather jacket among his other stuff, done asking questions.

Seeing that Zyon was done, Ash walked away towards the hotel, preparing for the inevitable game of Question and Answer that the other Champions are going to play with him.

After a good hour of walking, they made it to the hotel. Just as Ash was about to enter, he smirked before jumping backwards, dodging a spin kick to his face.

"Really Mia," Ash said to the now identified attacker. "Can't you just say hi like a normal person?" Even though Ash said this like her was irritated, the smirk on his face gave away how he truly felt.

"Yeah umm no. This is much more fun. Besides, it keeps you on your toes, Ashy~," she said smirking at twitching of his left eye from her calling him by that nickname.

"Listen here flat chest (Screw You!) I would fight you but I just got done sparring with Zyon and Lucario and…" but before he could finish, Mia yelled.

"WHAAAT! You guys had a sparring session and didn't invite me to join it?!" She loved sparring, and she was not happy to have missed one.

"I'm sorry Mia," Ash said trying to calm down the Fighting type Elite. "It was more of me testing him than an actual spar. How about you and me spar tomorrow after our battles?"

"Fine but you better not chicken out Ashy," she said before running off to do who-knows-what. Ash blinked before chucking softly at her antics and enters the hotel before he realized what she called him causing him to mumble that his name was not Ashy.

When he looked around the hotel, he saw each Champion talking to each other with a few additions at the restaurant portion of the hotel.

One was the ever beautiful model of the Nimbasa Gym of Unova, Elesa. She wore the same clothing she had when they had first met, though her blonde hair was slightly longer than before.

Next to her was a girl with purple hair. It took Ash a second to realize that the girl he was currently looking at was Annabel the Salon Maiden of the Kanto Battle Frontier. She has definitely grown, though looked to still be a tomboy. Her body made it easier to tell that she was a girl with beautiful and enticing curves, and her now low B- cup chest.

'Still bigger than Mai's who's a mid A- cup at best' Ash said mentally snickering. He was thrown from his thoughts though when he heard the voices of both Alder and Lance calling out his name.

"Hey Ash come on over here!" he heard them yell out. This caused everyone to go dead silent as they looked towards Ash's approaching form.

Lance was the first to get up and meet Ash halfway and the two shared a firm handshake.

"Man Ash I can't tell you how great it is to see you back, safe and sound," Lance said with a huge smile on his face.

"Well it's great to be back, right Pikachu?!" Ash replied. He really was glad to see all the Champions again. They have all been a great influence for him to get stronger and to be where he is now.

Pikachu nodded his head with a big smile on his face as well. He too was happy to see the people his friend looked up to in the past.

"Well Ash, come join us at the table, we have a lot to catch up with, like for instance; where you vanished to and why," Lance said in a semi- serious tone.

"It's fine Lance, I had a feeling you all would have questions for me so it's no problem" Ash replied with a small unnoticeable glow to his eyes.

Ash may trust the Champions but he needed to be one hundred percent sure that these were not fakes. The slight glow allowed him to check their auras quickly without having to focus too much, though doing it that quickly always gives him a headache.

"Ash are you ok," Lance asked concerned seeing Ash wince slightly. Ash chuckled and waved off the concern. "Well if you say so."

"Ash it's great to see you again!" Alder boasted as he stood up and gave Ash a bear hug.

Ash tried to return the hug but his arms were pinned to his sides due to the man's arms. "Alder… can't…breath." Ash managed to say through his crushed lungs

Alder seeing he was crushing the younger Champion, quickly let go. "My apologies Ash."

Ash chuckled at the older man, "its fine Alder, no harm done besides I'm just as excited to see you." Ash then gave Alder a big grin which he eagerly returned. Looking behind the big man, he saw the Hoenn Champion drinking what he guessed to be either coffee or hot tea. "Hello Steven it's great to see you again."

Steven smiled at the Kalos Champion, "yes it is a pleasure to see you as well and might I be the first to say congratulations on becoming a Champion."

"Thank you Steven. It's an honor to be recognized by a trainer of your stature," Ash replied deciding to be a bit formal with the man. Ash did not really care for formalities too much, but he still knew how to act the part when it called for it.

Steven will admit he was pleasantly surprised at Ash being so formal since the last time they met; he had as much subtly as a raging Primeape in a glass antique store. He smiled at Ash's change.

Before any more words could be said, an excited shout alerted them to the current Johto Champion. "Hey Ash it's great to meet you! You probably don't know me, or maybe you do but my name's Silver and I'm the Champion of the Johto region!" Let it be noted that he said all this in a single breath and at high speeds.

Ash's head was spinning, trying to decipher the slightly older boy's words. When it finally settled, Ash responded "it's a pleasure to meet you Silver. I'm Ash Ketchum."

"I know who you are," Silver responded while grinning excitedly. "I was told about you and your actions by the other Champions! You are awesome man! To face off against practically every Legendary and still come out fine along with saving the world multiple times, thanks for that by the way, and to save every legend from each evil organization is badass in my books! I mean I saved Raikou from some Team Rocket goons in the past but that's about it!" Again, in a single breath.

'This guy must have a lot of practice in holding his breath,' Ash while trying to decide on how to respond to the excited Champion. "Uhh thanks?" was Ash's choice in words.

Before Silver could continue to confuse Ash, a soothing voice was heard, "now Silver calm down. There are others who wish to greet Ash too."

The one who spoke was none other than Cynthia, who was trying everything in her power not to crush Ash in a hug like Alder had previous done and get of the blush she developed when she saw Ash.

Ash had to fight down his own blush from seeing Cynthia and her gorgeous smile; he couldn't deny that the Sinnoh Champion earned her title as one of the most beautiful trainers in the world.

'Wow Cynthia is as beautiful as ever' Ash thought to himself as he couldn't stop his from roaming every perfect curve Cynthia's body possessed.

This went unnoticed though by everyone besides Cynthia, who was blushing brighter than before. Normally she's used to such a thing from fans and strangers but not from a guy she actually had a crush on.

"Hello Ash, I've missed you," Cynthia said as she gave Ash a loving hug, while discreetly feeling Ash's honed muscles. They were hardened but not too big, built more for speed.

"I've missed as well Cynthia. I'm sorry that I kind of fell off the face of the earth like I did," Ash said solemnly returning the hug. Ash could feel the worry that she and everyone had felt for his disappearance. Speaking of everyone, Ash turned to the last two girls that were looking directly at him with warm eyes. "Hey Anabel, hey Elesa its greats to see you guys again."

Anabel had a big smile on her face along with a bright blush that caused the Champions, except Ash who had a raised eyebrow and the other two girls whose left eyes were twitching, to smile and chuckle at the girl with obvious crush on the young Champion. "Hello Ash, I'm glad to see you are safe and sound."

Elesa also had a blush on her face, though nowhere near as bright as Anabel's. What can she say; Ash has grown more handsome than ever. "Yes Ash, it's great to see you. I have missed the dazzling shine that both you and Pikachu glow with."

Ash chuckled "keep an eye out then, we are just going to shine brighter battle after battle."

Everyone gave a small at Ash's little and was actually curious at how powerful Pikachu had actually become.

After that they all began to talk more about different things. Like different training methods, the Pokémon they have seen, and places they have been. They joked around and even challenged each other to battles when the tournament was over. This went on until Elesa decided to ask the question that plagued each of their minds.

"So Ash, why did you just up and vanished for so long anyway?"

This got everyone to perk up since they were all curious about the same thing.

The minute the question was asked; the temperature in the room seemed to drop as Ash dropped the "Ash Ketchum" mask and wore the "Satoshi" mask. "I'm going to assume, by the question, that no one told you about what transpired between me and my friends."

Ash said the word friends with so much venom that it sent shivers down everyone's spines. It left them to question, what did they do to Ash to make him so enraged?

"Since no one is answering, I believe I can safely assume that my guess was correct. To put it as simple and bluntly as possible, Brock and the others betrayed me; even AFTER everything that I did for them," Ash said calmly yet coldly. Ash then told them what led up them going against him and his leaving for a long period of time to train. When he was done, they were all left enraged and very disappointed at all of them.

While watching everyone expressions, Ash felt something warm and wet forming on his palms and noticed that he had unconsciously clenched his fist tightly in his anger. When he opened his hands, he saw that he clenched so tightly that he had actually began to draw blood from his palms. He looked intensely at his slightly bloody hands before sighing and getting up to clean the blood off. Before he could though, he heard Cynthia's angelic voice speak out.

"Lance please grab one of the napkins on the table and wet it please. Alder I have a water bottle in my bag so could you please hand that to Lance. While you're at it, grab the first aid kit from the front of pocket of it so I could bandage Ash's hands."

They each did as they were asked and handed the items to Cynthia who began tending to Ash's bleeding hands.

Despite the situation, you could see that both Anabel and Elesa were slightly jealous of Cynthia being able to take care of Ash at the moment.

"Thank you Cynth, I really appreciate it," Ash said smiling warmly to the now red faced blonde woman.

"I can't believe they would do that to you," Lance said very disappointed, especially in Misty and Brock who were with Ash the longest. Ash did so much for them, and for them to say that about the guy who did nothing but help them; it was really sad.

"I always thought Cilan would be by Ash's side considering but I guess I was wrong," Alder said shaking his head.

"Its fine," Ash said checking his now bandaged hands. "If I see them in battle, I'll prove them wrong by crushing them but other than that, I want nothing to do with them."

"So where did you go then; before you became Champion that is?" Anabel asked, trying to control her own anger towards Ash's old "friends". How DARE they hurt HER Ash. He was so loving and kind, so hearing him speak so coldly and fell so much pain angered her.

"Why did you go Kalos though, I thought you would have challenged the Kanto League instead," Lance asked slightly curious though he had an inkling as to why.

"No real reason," Ash began. "I wanted a new start, in a new region, with new Pokémon. I wanted a new foothold and I figured Kalos would be the best since it was the closest region to me at that time. Also I wanted to avoid them as much as possible."

They all nodded their heads at the young trainer's reasons. After all, who would want to be near those that hurt so much?

"After a while of training none stop with my Pokémon, I attended the Kalos League and won in the end. When I heard that I won, I was so relieved and proud but I knew that I wasn't done just yet. I had to go further for my dreams to come true. I then challenged the Elite Four about a good six months later, which was not easy in the least but worth it since I learned more on how they act. Soon enough though, the battling came down to me and Diantha which actually lasted the entire day. The battles were both long and hard but the bond between me and my Pokémon helped pull us through to victory." As Ash spoke he began scratching Pikachu behind the ears, earning him a happy squeal from the yellow mouse.

"So Ash, how does it feel to be a Champion?" Cynthia asked, while doing her absolute best not to hug Ash tight after seeing his gorgeous and warm smile.

"To be honest, it's been great," Ash said happily, going back to his "Ash Ketchum" mask. "So many doors have been opened to me since and it's only helped me and Pokémon get stronger. I could without all the media but other than hiding from cameras, it's been awesome!" Though he used his childish personality to say it, he meant every word. He really loved being a Champion.

"Speaking of media," Anabel began, gaining his attention. "How come you decided to hide your identity from everyone? Rumors spread of Diantha's defeat but nothing concrete was ever given."

"No other reason than just wanting my privacy for a while; adding to the fact that I wanted to make the challenge tougher so I wanted to stay as an unknown to challengers for as long as possible. That thought is actually what made me also travel more and gain a brand new Elite Four for the Kalos region. Afterwards I had them travel to each of Kalos's gyms and train the leaders as well so they would also be tougher to beat. If the media had gotten ahold of the information then my plans would have been ruined so I did what I could to keep them at bay. It was the right thing to do since Kalos is now the toughest of the leagues to beat." Ash said this while beaming with pride in his league and everyone in it. His smile changed slightly to a more a loving one when he thought of a certain Fighting Gym Leader from the Kalos region and another blonde haired girl in a red barrette.

No one seemed to notice this though; except for Cynthia, Anabel, and Elesa who felt that they should be jealous at Ash's change.

"Sounds like you had a lot of work cut out for you," Steven spoke while smiling at the three jealous girls. You don't get so many fan clubs filled with girls and NOT be able to pick up on a girls jealousy. He chuckled knowing how amusing things will get around here.

"Yes I did slightly but in the end it was all worth it," Ash spoke with a bright smile. "To be able to walk up and say 'Yes I did that' is a great reward. I was able to carve my own path with my own to hands alongside my Pokemon and we continued to follow that path. I was told once that I was destined for greatness but I believe that was false because I don't believe in destiny. In my opinion, those who use destiny as an excuse for things are those who are afraid to dream."

Everyone was shocked at hearing those words. They were words, no offense to said trainer, they never expected to hear from Ash. They couldn't help but feel a sense of pride in how much Ash has grown, not just as a trainer but as a person.

Anabel, Cynthia, and Elesa looked at Ash lovingly and a hint of admiration for who he has become. The other Champions felt their respect for Ash skyrocket. Silver thought was the only one to have stars in his eyes at Ash's words.

"Well guys," Ash began while getting up and stretching "its been fun but I need to get ready for tomorrow's victory."

"Don't you mean tomorrow's battle?" Anabel asked.

Ash smirked confidently at her, "I know what I said" he replied cooly before walking off with Pikachu on his shoulder.

Everyone decided they should follow his lead and go to bed as well, though the girls let their eyes linger in the direction that Ash had went.

About 2 hours later, we find Ash with both Pikachu and Lucario, ready to go to sleep. "Well guys its time to get some sleep for tomorrow."

Pikachu and Lucario nodded before they too got ready for bed. Pikachu curled up at the foot of Ash's bed and Lucario laid on the other bed.

Ash joined Pikachu in his bed before finally drifting off to sleep.

AN: That's a wrap folks. I hope you all enjoyed how the story went and were satisfied with it. I know I didn't put much battling in this one but I felt it was about time to do a reunion between the Champions and well this was the result. As I stated before this story is going well and I'm proud to have all you wonderful readers by my side in this. Also I'm surprised at how fast I was able to type this up so that's a HUGE plus though its only because I actually had time for once to do so. Well peeps I'm good for now and I hope you all continue to enjoy reading my story. Please continue to favorite and comment on the story. Peace out everybody

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