After participating in the Kalos League, Ash decides to go to the Nessada region with his friends. Along the way, they face some unexpected events which will change the life of some of them.
Ch.15: Celebrating and Surprises
After the ceremony ended, Ash and his Pokémon went to the Pokémon Center to meet up with his friends. When they got there, all of a sudden were pulled into a group hug by May, Serena, Bonnie and Delia.
"That was a great battle, Ash," said Bonnie excitedly.
"I'm so proud of you," said Delia. "You are now the Kalos Champion."
"I'm gonna be a dead champion if you guys don't let me go in the next few seconds," said Ash. "I can hardly breathe."
"Sorry, Ash," apologized Serena as she backed a little, giving her crush some space. "You really showed them just how powerful you and your Pokémon are."
"Ash, I must say I'm impressed," said professor Oak as he, Brock and Clemont made their way to Ash. "I've never seen anything like it before. You and Greninja definitely surprised me with that transformation."
"What can I say," said Ash. "Sometimes I'm just full of surprises."
"You sure are," said May as she and Serena gave Ash another hug.
"OK, OK," said Ash as he pulled the girls away. "I think I had enough hugs for one day."
"Hey Ash," said Brock. "How you meet us in 20 minutes at the restaurant down the street? A dinner for the champion."
"I like the sound of that," said Ash as he and his Pokémon made their way to Ash's room to relax for a little.
(Later at the restaurant)
Ash and Pikachu were at the entrance of the restaurant, but when they went in, the lights were off.
"Strange," said Ash. "I thought Brock said the restaurant in 20 minutes, but it's closed. I wonder where everybody is."
"Pika," said Pikachu as he put his paw under his chin, not knowing what was going on. Suddenly, the lights were turned on and all off Ash's friends shouted "surprise". Ash and Pikachu backed a little, but when they saw everyone, huge smiles were formed across their faces. On the wall on the left was written "Congratulations, Ash!" and the whole place was decorated, but what really caught Ash's eyes were the tables on which stood plates full of food.
"You guys did whole this," asked Ash.
"Yup," answered May. "We thought it'll be a good idea to throw you a party."
"You guys are the best," said Ash.
"Pikachu," shouted Pikachu and went to smell the food.
"This is the best food I've ever smelled," said Ash as he and Pikachu immediately started to dig in.
"Even after winning the Kalos League, Ash still doesn't have table manners," said Bonnie, but she saw that Ash was not the only one who was eating like a Snorlax. May had also joined him.
"I suggest we start eating before those two eat everything," said Brock.
(Later that night)
Everyone had come back from Ash's party and almost everybody had fallen asleep in their rooms at the Pokémon Center with the exception of Ash, Pikachu and Serena.
"Can you sleep, buddy," asked Ash.
"Pika," said Pikachu as he shook his head.
Ash stood up and went to the terrace with Pikachu behind him. When they went out, Ash sat on a chair and stared up at the stars. Without their knowledge, Serena also decided to follow Ash, but stopped as she heard Ash speaking.
"You know, Pikachu," started Ash and Pikachu looked at him. "Today was the second best day in my life. Do you know which the first one is?"
"Pika," asked Pikachu.
"It's the first day we met," answered Ash. "We've been through so much and we finally won the Kalos League. But what are we gonna do now?"
"Pika," said Pikachu as he lowered his head, not knowing what to say.
"We sure had fun in Kalos, hadn't we," asked Ash. "I still remember the very first day when we had our first battle with Clemont, when we first met Greninja as a Froakey and how could we forget Garchomp's rampage. It sure was an eventful day."
"Pika pikachu," said Pikachu as he reminded Ash of his reunion with Serena.
"Yeah," nodded Ash. "Serena sure is awesome. She's been supporting us from our first gym battle to our last battle in the Kalos League. Thanks to her we learn to ride Rhyhorn. She's always been very helpful."
"Pika," teased Pikachu.
"Of course I like her," said Ash. "Serena is one of my closest friends."
This answer was not the one Pikachu was looking for, causing the electric – type to slap itself on the forehead, but he was not the only one who heard him. Serena listened to everything Ash said as she stood on the door.
"I'm going to miss her, Bonnie and Clemont," said Ash. "Tomorrow afternoon we're going to back to Kanto and we'll train there for the Elite Four until we find where to go next."
This statement caused Serena's eyes to widen in shock as she now knew the she had only a few hours left with Ash. However, Pikachu heard her gasp and looked at her which caused Ash to look at her as well.
"Hey, Serena," said Ash as he waved her.
"Hi, Ash," said Serena as she sat on the chair next to Ash. "I heard you're going back home."
"Yeah," said Ash. "I'm sure gonna miss Kalos. Well, not only Kalos, but also Clemont, Bonnie and you. We got pretty close to one another during this journey."
"I'm gonna miss you, too," said Serena with sadness in her voice. "I really wanted to come with you to Kanto, but I don't have a ticket for the plane."
"You want to come with us," asked Ash.
"Yeah," answered Serena.
"Good, because I got four more tickets in case some of you wanted to come," said Ash.
"You do," asked Serena surprised.
"All five tickets are in my backpack," said Ash.
"Why are they five," asked Serena.
"One for me, one for you, for Bonnie, for Clemont and for May," said Ash.
"How about your mum, the professor and Brock," asked Serena.
"They've got their own tickets," said Ash. "So if you want to come to Kanto, I can just give you one of the tickets."
"I'd love to come," said Serena as she pulled Ash in a hug, surprising him and Pikachu. "Thank you."
"No problem," said Ash. "Now let's go to bed. I'm tired."
"Right behind you," said Serena. As Ash went back in the room, Serena jumped with joy, happy that she'll be Ash much longer than she expected, but than she noticed Pikachu looking at her. "Pikachu, I can't say how happy I am. I'm going to Kanto with Ash!"
"Pika pika," teased Pikachu.
"How did you find out," asked Serena shocked that Pikachu knows she has a crush on Ash.
"Pi pika pikachu chupi," said Pikachu.
"I guess almost everybody knows about it, except Ash," said Serena.
"Pika," nodded Pikachu.
"Please, Pikachu, don't tell Ash how I feel about him," begged Serena. "I'll tell him when I find the right time."
"Pikachu pika," said Pikachu, promising that he'll make sure Ash understands that Serena loves him.
"Thanks, Pikachu," said Serena. "I always can count on you, but I have to say that Braixen kind of likes Greninja, but she doesn't want to admit it."
"Pikachu pika pikachu," said Pikachu.
"Come on," said Serena as she stood up. "Let's go to bed. I'm getting tired."
(The next day)
Everyone was awake and were now enjoying their breakfast. Suddenly, Ash decided to speak up.
"Guys, I've got something to tell you," said Ash. "I've got four tickets for Kanto in case you want to come with me, Serena, my mum, the professor and Brock."
"Really," asked Bonnie. "I'm definitely coming."
"I'd like to come as well," said Clemont. "I'm sure Clembot will take good care of the gym."
"Sure, I'll come with you, Ash," said May.
"Awesome," said Ash as he looked at Pikachu. "It looks like everyone is coming with us."
"I'm sure about one thing," said May. "Max is going to be so jealous."
"Speaking of Max, how is he doing," asked Ash.
"He's fine," answered May. "I talked to him last night. In a few weeks, he'll go to professor Birch to get his first Pokémon."
"I have the feeling he'll choose a Treecko," said Ash.
"I guess you're right," said May.
"So what you'll do until we leave," asked Delia.
"Maybe we'll look around the city," suggested Ash.
"I like the sound of that," said Serena.
Everyone finished eating and went out around the city. While they were walking, the saw people who they thought would never see. It were the men that tried to kill May at the beginning of the League.
"Well, well, well, look what we have here," said the leader. "Last time you managed to beat us, but this time we brought some the guys that hired us to get rid of you."
"You're not getting May," said Ash as he stood in front of May. "Not now, not ever."
"Not if we have anything to say about it," said a voice behind the men. The men moved to left and behind them came to people who Ash, May and Brock knew pretty well.
"Drew and Harley," asked May in shock. "You hired these guys to get rid of me? Why?"
"We have different, but good reasons," said Harley. "You're always standing in my way of winning a Grand Festival and what a better way to get rid of you?"
"Me, on the other hand," said Drew. "I got jealous, because instead of coming to Sinnoh with me, you decided to come here to watch your friend compete in the Kalos League. You're not supposed to do that to your boyfriend."
"Drew, how many time do I have to tell you that I'm not your girlfriend," asked May furious while hanging on Ash's hand for support. "You're the only one who thinks it."
"How could you say that," asked Drew.
"Knock it of, Drew," said Ash. "If May says she's not your girlfriend, then I believe her and nothing can change my mind."
"Is that so," asked Harley. "Than how about a Tag Battle? If we win, those guys will get rid of May, but if you win, we'll leave all of you alone. How does that sound?"
That statement made everyone stare in shock and didn't know what to do until May spoke.
"I agree," said May. "How about it, Ash? Let's show them we're better than them."
"Sure," said Ash. "Let's do it!"
"Alright," said Harley. "But this will be a little different Tag Battle. Each of us will use three Pokémon instead of one. It'll be a lot more fun."
"We accept," said Ash and May at the same time. "Brock, could you be the referee?"
"Of course," answered Brock as he went in the middle of the two groups while Serena, Bonnie and Clemont sat on a bench nearby. "This will be a Tag Battle between Ash and May, and Drew and Harley. Each trainer will use three Pokémon and the battle will be over when all three Pokémon on one side are unable to continue. Are the trainers ready?"
"Ready," shouted all four trainers.
"Let the battle begin," said Brock.
To be continued…
That's all for now! What do you think? Drew and Harley are actually evil in this story. Will Ash and May defeat Drew and Harley? I'd like to say there will be a Mega – Evolution battle. See you next time.
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