Chapter 48

Ash and Alice are now disguised as Alexander and Relena when they arrive at the museum, and they see that the Lumiose Museum is closed. This causes them to frown as Alice asks with a tone of surprise, "What happened here? How come it is closed?"

Then they see a staff member walking out of the building with a sigh, Ash decides to ask the staff and he asks, "Excuse me, do you know what happened to this museum?"

The staff looks at Ash and Alice, he says, "Oh, are you perhaps tourists who want to visit the museum? You have come in a bad time."

"What happened?" Ash asks. "I mean, why is the place close?"

"Because like me, a lot of the staff decide to go a strike." The staff says as the others are surprised. "Going on a strike?"

"We work in the museum because we want others to enjoy the work, but our boss is a greedy man, all he wants is money and he doesn't even care about the paintings. He has been raising the ticket price, and our staff is the ones that are blamed by the tourists that come here because the price is expensive and the paintings aren't worth that money. Our paintings might be good-looking, but the same money can be purchased for a car instead."

"That sure is expensive...is there some way to contact your boss? I mean, former boss?" Ash asks.

"I can give you his postcard, but talking to him is just a waste of time." The staff says as he gives them the card and leaves.

After getting the phone number, they call the boss and they make a deal to purchase the museum. With Ash being the Champion of five regions, he has enough money for the deal. But just as they purchase the museum, the boss wants even more money and he tries to demand more, and he also threatens them if they don't hand over the money. Ash and Alice are members of the International Police, so when they take out their IDs, the owner realizes who they are and he decides to stop asking for more and quickly runs away.

"Wow, what a greedy man." Alice sighs.

"Yeah. At least we got the museum. Now, what should we do with this museum? Should we add some paintings?" Ash asks. "It is like the staff said, some of the paintings are ruined and the boss didn't want to even repair it."

"I know. But we can also have our friends to help us." Alice says. "I have seen Minami's paintings, they are really good."

"Yeah, she only does it when there are no calls for detectives." Ash says. "But anyway, maybe we can have her help out the museum as well, considering that our detective agency is hidden in the Pixetty Museum."

Once they get back to Sevestar Island, they tell the news to everyone. "Are you serious? You bought the Lumiose Museum?" Eve gasps.

"Yeah. And it is not easy considering a former owner is a greedy person who doesn't care about art. Right now we are going to reopen it and also add some new paintings inside." Ash says.

"Add some new paintings? Does that mean my art will also be inside the museum?" Minami is surprised.

"Of course. In fact, we will like you to help out the museum so that you won't be boring when there is no detective work." Ash says.

Minami can't believe she is hearing, she thanks her brother for doing this for her. Diantha says, "You know, Kalos is also my region, I can help to find some best paintings and put them inside the exhibit."

Valerie says, "Indeed. As the Gym Leader of the Kalos Region, Wulfric and I can also help out as well."

"That will be great," Alice says with a smile. "We really need all the help we can get since it will promote the museum a lot."

Once they start to take action, they have been recreating the Lumiose Museum and then they start to add some new art inside. They also check for some old paintings and they decide to throw away those which are damaged or being doodled. Not to mention all they see are paintings that aren't showing any reflections, so they decide to put some paintings as well. Ash and Alice are also putting their paintings on the wall as well, with Ash being abstract and Alice being realistic.


At the same time, Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie are sitting with Alain, Aria, Sawyer, Iris, and Cilan in Helen's Kitchen. They are now talking about the past again and they want to know about Ash and his girlfriend.

Sawyer says, "By the way, have anyone seen the movie Love in the Darkness? I mean, the actor who acted as Ash is really good..."

"Of course, as a movie connoisseur, I can tell that the movie is really great." Cilan says. "And the actor is named Philip, he also takes part in the movie: Electric Girl."

"I know that movie, the Thunder Girl is actually Diantha's daughter Elline." Aria says. "But getting back to the topic, I never knew how much Ash has suffered..."

"Indeed...Ash was about to get killed by Team Rocket's boss until Alice uses her powers to make it backfire." Iris says.

"By the way, you guys have been hanging out with Ash for some time, how is he doing right now?" Alain asks.

Serena says, "Apparently, they have purchased the Lumiose Museum and they are renovating it."

"Seriously? Lumiose Museum is actually not far from here." Sawyer says. "But how did you guys manage to get Ash's forgiveness? I mean, you guys have been trying to get it for years."

Iris says, "He forgave me after he beat me for the Unova Champion, and since then we have been contacting each other for a while."

Serena says, "I got Ash's brother to help me...I mean, Ash has feelings for me before Alice. Don't worry about it, I've already moved on and now I'm dating his brother instead."

"As for us, let's say Ash came to my gym and he decided to forgive us. We also had some help from his cousin David." Clemont says and Bonnie nods.

"I haven't got to see Ash and Alice ever since Lillie's battle. So I guess I haven't earned his forgiveness yet." Cilan frowns.

"Here you are, our famous Roasted Farfetch'd." Just then, Helen comes and presents the plate to them. "It is still hot, so be careful when you eat."

"Than you, Helen." Serena says, "No matter how many times we see it, the dish is always delicious."

"Glad to hear it from the Kalos Queen herself." Helen says.

After Helen leaves, Cilan says, "You know...this is the first time I'm in this restaurant."

"You have never tried the food here before?" Sawyer asks. "Ash and Alice are the sponsors of the restaurant, without them, this restaurant will still be nothing."

"But there is only one restaurant and it is located here, I have been busy with the S-tier Connossieur test." Cilan says as he takes a bite of the food. "But I admit, the flavors of this dish are really delicious."

"Glad you like it." Just then, much to their surprise, they notice Ash, Alice, and Minami walking into the restaurant. He notices the table and asks, "Looks like you're having a party."

"Good to see you again as well, Ash, Alice." Bonnie says. "How is the museum doing now?"

"We're almost finished renovating. Right now we are just here for a lunch." Alice says.

Then he calls Helen to bring them their usual menu, and Ash also notices Cilan. "Oh, Cilan. I heard that you were trying for the S-Rank Connoisseur. How were you doing?"

"Oh, I'm doing fine. But...I..." Ash is suddenly talking to Cilan, which causes him to be a little confused.

"Still thinking about what happened six and a half years ago? You shouldn't worry about it. I'm not actually mad at you." Ash says. "After all, I don't actually know what you're saying back then. Something about bitter and spicy..."

"I didn't quite remember about that as well." Cilan says. "But I'm glad you're not mad about it...but how did you know that I'm going for the test?"

"My uncle told me about it, he has high hopes for you actually." Ash says.

"Your uncle is also a Connosseiur?" Iris asks.

"He is an S-Rank." Ash says, causing them to be shocked. Minami says, "Brother, can we find someplace to sit right now?"

"Oh, sorry, Minami." Ash turns to the girl and then he bows, "Excuse me."

When they leave, Iris asks, "Who is that girl besides Ash and Alice?"

"That is Minami, Ash's second sister." Serena says. "She was adopted a few months ago."

"You mean Ash not only adopted a brother but also adopted a sister?" Alain asks. "So how many siblings does he have right now?"

"3." Bonnie says. "Ash has a twin sister who he tried really hard to revive from death. So he has two sisters and a brother."

"Okay, I am not sure if I want to know about that details." Aria says.

Then they notice the television on-screen and the reporter is interviewing the detectives, Minami, Alan, and Elsa. Ash says, "Minami, looks like you're on screen."

"Yeah, that was the interview after the "Murder of Olivine." I can't believe they manage to broadcast it." Minami says.

As they are talking about the interview, Serena and the others are watching and Cilan asks, "So Minami is a detective? That is surprising."

"I heard that she, along with Alan and Elsa, have opened a secretive detective agency. With their help, the culprits won't be able to escape that easily with alibis or other things." Serena says.

"That sure sounds amazing if you ask me." Sawyer says, looking at Minami with a small blush.

"Here are your dish." When Chef Morris presents the dish to Ash, he smiles and thanks to the person for the meal. Ash says, "By the way, Morris, how is Paula doing right now?"

"She is helping Helen in the Kitchen." Morris replies. "Today sure is crowded, so I'll just leave to continue my work."

After Morris leaves, Minami says, "Still, I can't believe you can just Double Team and then create another one of yourself with an independent mind."

"I was also surprised when I tried it out, but trust me, it sure is tiring if we do so, that's why Helen is nice to let us help only if we have the time." Ash says.

"Indeed." Alice says. "But you have to admit, the food here tastes the best."

Minami asks, "By the way, who is the dark-green-haired boy sitting next to Cilan?"

"Oh, that's Sawyer. He has been a fan of mine ever since our journey in Kalos. Why do you ask?" Ash asks.

"Well, I just find him cute." Minami shrugs, causing Ash to almost cough out water. Alice says, "Ash, are you okay?"

"I'm fine." Ash says, "Minami...you shouldn't surprise me like that."

"Sorry, I wasn't good at hiding stuff." Minami sighs. "But is it possible to let me hang out with him once we finish our meal?"

"Sure." Ash says with a sigh, even Minami seems to find her love interest.


Here is a new chapter, and as you can see, Ash and Alice manage to purchase the Lumiose Museum. I hope you like this chapter and the next chapter will be the next disguise and the next work. I hope you like this chapter.