Chapter 31 Motostoke Date
Ash and Serena are now in the lobby as they are ready to go on their date, both of them are actually very excited since they have been wanting to explore the city for a long time since the open ceremony. Ash asks, "So Serena, where should we go first? Since we already confessed our feelings towards each other, I wanted this date to be very special."
Serena thinks for a while and then she spots the main road in front of them, she says, "I have heard about the Battle Café over there, how about we go there for some coffee? We can also talk a lot there after all."
Ash smiles and gives him a peck on the cheek, and he says, "That sounds like a good idea."
They go to the cafe as they each order a strawberry mousse cake and a cup of hot cappuccino. They also sit at the table that is close to the window as they can also enjoy the people walking on the streets of Motostoke.
"The coffee here sure tastes great, don't you think?" Ash asks Serena, who is sipping on the coffee.
"I have to admit, it is pretty great." Serena replies.
They continue to talk for a while until they notice the telly and a soccer live is on it. They decide to discuss the soccer teams as they see a group of people and Scorbunny playing against the other group of people with Hitmonlee.
Serena says, "So you think that the Scorbunny Team will win against the Hitmonlee Team in today's Soccer match?"
"Well, I am not sure about that, Serena." Ash says. "Scorbunny team are good at long shots, but who knows if the Hitmonlee team will turn the game around. Just like Pokemon battles, you don't need to worry about using Pikachu against a Ground Type Pokemon, maybe it will win against it somehow."
"You sound like you have an experience, huh?" Serena chuckles, and Ash says, "That's how I beat the Ground Type Kahuna back in the Alola Region."
"You'll have to talk about it to us someday." Serena says. "And I am glad that I have confessed to you...even though I am surprised that it would be a harem and you already had Alice as your first..."
"Well, of all my travel companions, you are actually the second one I know the longest. Alice and I have already been playmates since born, it is until we get seven years old that we separated, Even though I have lost memories of that time, I do remember that I was a little depressed to see Alice leave, but you came in the Summer Camp and that's why I feel better back then." Ash says. "And come to think of it, both of you leave Kanto because you are moving to Kalos, it sure is a nice coincidence."
"Yeah...though I really hoped that I was born in Kanto like you..." Serena says with a sigh. Then they notice some trainers battling with Vulpix and Growlithe, Serena says, "You know, this place is very well known for Fire Types...and that stadium over there, I didn't get to say at that time, but you are so cool standing in front of the crowd to give a speech as the prince to start the Gym Challenge."
"I was actually a little nervous after all since I have never done such a thing in my whole life. Not even after I become the Champion, I usually have Mr. Goodshow talked in my place." Ash says. "As you can see, a lot of people dream of being princes or princesses because of how wealthy they get, but to tell you the truth, being royalty makes us nervous, as we have to give out good images since people are watching you."
"I can tell, if you do a wrong move, the royal life can be ruined as well. You become a laughing stock and also bring shame to the family." Serena says with a nod. "So did you have any ideas to beat Kabu?"
"Well...his ace is Gigantamax Centiskorch, it is a Bug and Fire Type. But I don't know if he would use it on me, or maybe Gloria or Alice. But if I ever face it, I am going to use Rock Type Pokemon like Lycanroc or Boldore, or maybe Carkol as well...there are so many Pokemon to choose to be honest."
"Yeah, you're right. All of your Pokemon has the potential to be a star as well." Serena giggles. "Whoever you choose, I am sure you will beat him no matter what."
"Thanks, Serena." Then they continue to eat and chat, they also talk about their Eevees and what Pokemon they should evolve into, and then they go outside after a good tea time.
"Now where should we go next?" Serena asks Ash, who is looking around the buildings of Motostoke.
"You see, this place's Slogan is an industrial city studded with steam-powered marvels of modern engineering. How about we go check out the works here?" Ash asks.
"Maybe. We can go check it out after all." Serena says as they decide to walk towards the mechanical structures which power the whole city.
Ash and Serena are walking by the river, and they are marveling at the sight of the structure, as they are talking some more, Serena gets surprised by a Salandit as they are walking.
"Serena, are you alright?" Ash asks as he helps her up, even though they are already dating, Serena can't help but blush at Ash's action. Serena says, "I am fine, just a little surprised. I know Alice has captured one, but I wonder what kind of Pokemon is Salandit?"
"Yeah, like Combees, only females are able to evolve into a Pokemon known as a Salazzle." Ash says. "And it has the ability Corrosion that can also poison the Steel and Poison types."
"That is very venomous...I mean, Steel Type usually resists any Poison moves." Serena says, "But we know that Alice's Salandit might not be doing that to our Pokemon."
"Of course not. Our Pokemon won't be trying to harm us." Ash says with a smile. "That is for sure."
"So do you know about the Gym mission in Kabu's Gym?" Serena asks.
"Well, from what I heard, I have to compete with other Gym Trainers in the stadium to win the most points, there are some Fire Pokemon such as Vulpix and Litwick inside that I can battle or defeat, and I can earn a lot of different points." Ash says.
"I see..." Serena says. "Then do you have any Pokemon you want to capture?"
"I am not sure, I already have a lot of Fire Types, like Torkoal, Carkol, Incineroar, and other Pokemon." Ash says.
"Yeah...you also have Talonflame and Charizard as well." Serena says.
"But I don't mind if I find a Fire-type that I don't have, I mean, maybe a Sizzlipede sounds great for me." Ash says. "Alice has one, but that is a rare find."
"Oh right, you haven't had a Sizzlipede in your team." Serena nods.
Then they see some children playing with the Heatmor and Turtonator, then Serena says, "Though your rival Bede showed us, I still can't believe that Ponyta and Rapidash are not Fire-Types in the region."
"Yeah, they are Psychic Types." Ash says. "And I know that you are a great Pokemon rider thanks to your mom, so I guess you want to have one?"
"If only I can find one since it can only be found in the Glimwood Tangle." Serena says. "So I wonder what is up with the Alolan forms and Galarian forms..."
"Pokemon sure are mysterious." Ash says. "Some forms appear in order to adapt to the weather, such as Vulpix and Darumaka, they would become Ice Types if they live in the snowy areas for too long."
"I think I actually heard of that." Serena says. "And Raichu also has an Alolan form which is Psychic Type, right? Since it hates Kantonian Raichu, how about Alolan Raichu?"
Ash says, "Nah, he dislikes being a Raichu whether it is Alolan form or not, actually, in Alola he already has a rivalry with an Alolan Raichu after all."
Pikachu also glares at them as he hears about the term and he doesn't like it.
"I see." Serena says, "And Ash, do you remember the battles in the Kalos League?"
"I do remember, why?" Ash asks.
"Well, I just thought that Alain's Mega Evolution is a Charizard, and Sawyer's is a Sceptile. You actually have both of them, right? Why didn't you show us back in Kalos? Not only that but they can also Mega Evolve, right? You could have a lot of strong Mega Evolution as well."
"I just never thought about it..." Ash says, "You see, every time I go on a new journey, I wanted to use new Pokemon so I can learn how much I have grown. Pikachu is an exception since he is my first partner."
"I can tell. If it is me, I will want to keep my Braixen as well." Serena says. Ash then has an idea and says, "Charizard, I choose you."
As the Pokemon appears, he gives Ash a Flamethrower as Serena panics, "Ash, are you alright?"
"Don't worry, it is Charizard's way of greeting." Ash quickly shakes out the soot that covers his clothes, then he turns to Charizard and says, "Charizard, can you give us a ride in the sky? Since I am having a date with Serena, so I wanted to let her see the sunset in the skies."
Charizard nods and lets them hop onto it, Ash says, "Serena, hold on tight."
Serena nods as Charizard starts to soar into the skies, at first Serena is scared of the swift movement, but when they are stopped in the air, they are now enjoying the sunset. "Wow...it is so pretty."
"Yeah, but you are prettier than it after all." Ash says as Serena blushes a little hard. "And since we are in the skies, we don't have to worry about the structures ruining it."
"Yeah..." Serena says.
After the sunset and the night time approaches, they have a romantic dinner and then they go back to the hotel where the others are waiting. In the room, Alice asks, "So how is your date with Ash?"
Serena says, "Wonderful. I get to learn him more after all, and who knows that behind the dense mask, he is such a sweet and romantic person."
Alice says, "I know right. Though let's see when will he realizes the other two girls' feelings..."
"Yeah..." Serena says. Then they all wait until Ash comes out of his shower and then join him in sleep.
Well, here is the fifth date, and it is surely hard to think about it. But I hope you like it and the next chapter will be the Motostoke Gym Battle.
Ash's New Pokemon: Thwackey, Greedent, Corvisquire, Dottler, Thiveul, Eldegoss, Dubwool, Drednaw, Boltund, Carkol, Applin x2, Barraskewda, Toxel x2, Hattena, Impidimp, Linoone (G), Meowth (G), Farfetch'd (G), Alcremie x63, Koffing, Stunfisk (G)
Mark's Pokemon: Blaziken, Gyarados, Ninjask, Shedinja, Pawniard, Arrokuda, Dottler, Delibird, Alcremie (Strawberry, Ruby Cream)
Trenor's Pokemon: Greedent, Gloom, Swampert, Pumpkaboo, Onix, Basculin, Noibat
Alice's Pokemon: Wooloo x29, Dubwool, Salandit, Butterfree (Pink), Sizzlipede, Drizzile, Eldegoss, Pikachu, Eevee, Applin, Impidimp, Spritzee
Gloria's Pokemon: Minccino, Tranquill, Drednaw, Raboot, Wimpod, Ferroseed, Eevee, Woobat, Liepard, Kirlia
Dawn's Pokemon: Buneary, Noctowl, Mudbray, Duskull, Piplup, Quilava, Pelipper, Gloom, Pachirisu, Wobbuffet, Mamoswine, Togekiss
Serena's Pokemon: Diggersby, Pancham, Drifloon, Budew, Vespiquen, Drilbur, Braixen, Steenee, Chinchou, Nuzleaf, Sylveon
Lillie's Pokemon: Eevee, Hitmonchan, Shuckle, Ribombee, Haunter, Magearna, Shellder, Boltund, Cherrim, Meowstic, Vulpix (A)