I'm back everyone, sorry for the short hiatus but I finally got Chapter 4 done. To make it up to you guys as well this is the longest chapter yet. I'm gonna have more time on my hands soon. As always make sure to sit back and enjoy!

Sweet Kalos Chapter 4

Calem was infatuated with joy as he had won his first gym badge. The group of friends met up on the edge of the city. "Congrats Calem on your first badge", said Serena. "I'm still baffled that you didn't need your Pokedex", said Trevor.

"Not everything is based on statistics Trevor", chimed in Tierno. "Well done Calem", cheered Shauna. "Ah it was nothing", said Calem with a laugh. "You did good", Serena said. "So how far is Lumiose City?", asked Calem.

"All we have to do now is go through Parterre Highway", said Shauna. "You're going to love Lumiose City", said Serena with a smile.

"I hope so", said Calem in wonder. The group of friends started walking Parterre Highway. "You should challenge the gym in Lumiose City Calem", suggested Tierno. "I would but Viola said Lumiose City is going through some electrical issues right now so I might not be able to", Calem said.

"Wow, hopefully, they fix it when we're there, I wanna see the Prism Tower", said Shauna sadly. "I've never seen it up close", said Calem. "You have to see It Calem, it's a must-see when you go to Lumiose City, I live near it '', said Trevor.

"We'll see", chuckled Calem. Calem admired his shiny new gym badge. "Are any of you guys going to challenge the gyms?", asked Calem. "I don't think so, I just want to enjoy traveling and make friends with Pokemon", said cheerful Shauna.

"My mission is to complete the Pokedex", said Trevor seriously. "Lighten up Trevs, you can still have fun", laughed Shauna. "I haven't decided yet if I'm going to challenge gyms or not", said Tierno. "What about you Serena?", asked Calem. "I'll challenge the next one", Serena said softly. "Ah alright", said Calem.

They came across a water fountain in the middle of the route, but unlike the one in Santalune City, it was just a regular fountain. "How many fountains are in this region?", asked Calem. "Quite a few", laughed Serena.

The gate to Lumiose City was ahead. It would be the first time Calem would see the city and he couldn't hold back his excitement. He started running like a kid in a candy store.

"Hey Calem wait for us", Shauna said who started to run. So did Serena and Trevor. "Hey wait for me, some of us aren't athletic here", said Tierno trying to run.

Calem reached the checkpoint gate to Lumiose. The gate was a brick room painted brown with two exits. One facing Lumiose City and the other facing Parterre Highway.

The five friends entered the checkpoint. Inside was a fireplace, a receptionist desk, a couple of tables, and chairs along with a couch for weary travelers. "Ah hello", said the receptionist. "Welcome to Lumiose City", he said. "The city is through this checkpoint right here". "Thank you", said Calem. Calem hesitantly stepped foot outside of the gate, as if it was his first time stepping into a pool. He moved his other foot outside the gate.

At last, he was standing in Lumiose City. He took a deep breath. To him it was magical. "Halt!", said a male voice. Calem jumped as he got lost in the moment.

A guy and a girl who looked to be Calem's age approached them. The guy was wearing an all-white tuxedo with what looked to be a blue cloth tucked inside his collar. The girl had black midnight hair that was worn up along with darker skin.

She wore a white top and a white skirt. Like the guy, she had a cloth tucked inside her collar but this time it was red. "Can I help you?", asked Calem. "Sorry to startle you", said the guy. "We've been expecting you but not this early, but then again I wouldn't expect anything less from one of the Professor's handpicked trainers, and I see everyone else is here", he explained.

"Oh, well I guess we just got lucky with the timing", said Shauna. "Don't be so modest", the girl said. "Ah where are our manners, we haven't introduced ourselves yet", the guy said.

"I'm Dexio, you see just like you Calem, and Trevor, I was entrusted with a Pokedex by Professor Sycamore a while back".

"I'm Sina, a beautiful name for a beautiful lady!", she exclaimed. "It's nice to meet both of you", Serena chimed in. "Ah yes its very lovely to meet all three of you", said Dexio. "Thanks for bringing them here Tierno and Trevor, we'll take it from here", said Sina. "It was no problem", said Trevor. "Happy to help", said Tierno.

"Welp let's go get something to eat Trevs", the big man said. "Wait what, you just ate a full meal an hour ago!", exclaimed Trevor. "Yeah but all that walking made me hungry now", Tierno said. "There's no way your hungry", said Trevor in disbelief as they walked away.

"Those two", said Shauna with a laugh. "Well, let us get a move to the Professor's lab shall we?", asked Dexio. The three friends nodded each other and Calem said "Let's do it".

They started walking on one the Lumiose City's streets. Calem still couldn't believe he was walking in the biggest city in the world. Most of the buildings Calem saw to his right so far were black, beige, and had blue rooftops and looked like homes, cafes, and other businesses.

The buildings on the left were black and gray and most of them looked like office buildings. It wasn't hall city though as he saw several trees lined up next to the sidewalks.

The roads were made of brown tiles. In the distance, he could see the Prism tower. It looked like it could be seen from anywhere in Lumiose City. "So how are you and your Pokemon getting along", said Dexio, breaking the magical silence for Calem.

"It's been good so far, I picked Chespin", Calem said. "I picked Froakie and were already awesome friends", cheered Shauna. "I chose Fennekin, she's been great", said Serena warmly. "Well that's good to hear from all of you", Dexio said. Calem took in the sights and the sounds of the city.

Blue and white taxis zipped up and down the streets. Calem looked up to see several big electronic build boards on a purple building. One of them advertised an upcoming movie called "Beauty and the Blastoise".

Another one had an advertisement for an upcoming concert performed by the "Artic Aipoms". The next one had an advertisement for the "Lumi Cab Company". "Looks like we're finally here", said Sina cheerfully.

The five of them stood in front of a three-story building that was beige with a dark green trim. It had a yellow fence around it with Pokeball pillars and two trees.

"This building sure does look old", said Shauna. "Everyone thinks that, but just wait until you see the inside", said Dexio with a smirk. "Let us head in", said Sina. They all climb up the small flight of steps to the entrance and entered the lab. The lobby was basic-looking. It didn't look very different from the outside. Beige walls, a couple of chairs, and a receptionist desk. There was also an elevator in the back of the room.

"Welcome back Mr. Dexio and Ms. Sina", said the receptionist behind the desk. "I see you brought the Professor's trainers, he's on the third floor". "Thanks, we're about to see him", said Dexio.

"Still looks basic", said Shauna. "Just wait", said Sina. They all entered the elevator and Dexio hit the 3rd-floor button. "You guys are going to like the Professor", said Dexio confidently. "Can't wait to meet him", Serena said happily. "Me too", said Calem.

The elevator door opened up. The room was way different from the lobby. It had blue cobalt walls and several pieces of what looked to be high-tech equipment. Marble floors have red carpet made up of the ground. "Woah", said Shauna. "Changed your mind yet?", asked Dexio. "I certainly have", said Shauna.

There was a divider in the room. "Hey Professor, we've brought the trainers from Vaniville town as you requested", said Dexio. A tall slender man who had dark black silky hair that came down to his chin came out. He wore a cobalt wool shirt with a long white lab coat, a yellow belt, black khakis, and brown loafers.

"Well done", he said in a voice with a native Kalos accent. "Many thanks for traveling all the way from Vaniville Town you three", the Professor said. "It was no problem", Serena said.

"In case you haven't figured it out yet I'm Professor Sycamore, what a pleasure to meet you all", he greeted. "It's nice to meet you too, I'm Calem". "The pleasures all mine, I'm Serena". "And I'm Shauna". "How has your journey been so far?", asked Professor Sycamore.

"It's been great, I'm glad to be able to travel", cheered Calem. "It's been really good, Froakie and I are best friends", cheers Shauna as well. "I've had fun so far", chimed in Serena. "Very good then", said the Professor. "I've noticed all three of you have a certain je ne sais quoi", he said.

"What does that mean?", asked Calem. Professor Sycamore smiled warmly before saying, "It means you have a certain quality". "You see Serena is from a family of successful and veteran trainers, Shauna has a happy-go-lucky personality which everyone needs on a journey", he explained.

"What about me?", asked Calem. "Well you see Calem, I just have a good gut feeling about you, see I was originally going to choose another teenager from a successful family but then word got out that the Rhyhorn Racing League was moving here, then that meant the famous Grace Xavier and her only son were moving here as well", he explained.

"The fact that you moved all the way from Sinnoh, basically moving to a foreign region really touched me", he continued. "And when I learned you didn't have a Pokemon yet I couldn't help but send you one and have you go on a journey around Kalos".

"Wow thanks, Professor, how can I repay you?", asked Calem.

Professor Sycamore smiled and said, "There are indeed two ways, the first way is don't give up on your journey and the second is a Pokemon battle right now". "That I can do", said Calem.

"Trust me, I'm not that tough to battle", Professor Sycamore said. "Let's battle in the back", he said. "Dexio and Sina, thank you for bringing them, say thanks to Tierno and Trevor as well, you are free to go", he added.

"Thanks, Professor", said Dexio. "Happy to help", said Sina. They both left as Professor Sycamore and the trio of trainers made their way to a normal dirt battlefield behind his lab. Professor Sycamore stood on one end and Calem stood on the other end. "Since you've only caught Pokemon this will be a two vs two battle", he explained.

"Same rules as a gym battle", he said. "Good luck Calem!", shouted Shauna cheerfully. "We'll be rooting for you", said Serena with a smile. Calem smiled and grabbed a Pokeball off of his belt.

Professor Sycamore grabbed a Pokeball out of his lab coat. The suspense was building. "Laisse la Bataille", Professor Sycamore commanded while sending out his Pokemon. A small familiar blue turtle Pokemon was released from the ball.

Calem didn't even need to glance at his Pokedex to know what it was. It was none other than Squirtle. "Squirtle Squirtle", the small turtle Pokemon cried out.

"Alright then, Squirtle is a water type so I'll just go with Chespin", thought Calem. "Let's show the Professor he made the right decision by choosing us", shouted Calem. "Pin", cried Chespin. "I'll let you have the first move Calem", he said kindly. "Chespin, let's start this out with rollout", commanded Calem. Chespin rolled into a ball and charged at Squirtle. "Squirtle avoid it", Professor Sycamore said calmly. Squirtle swiftly jumped up as Chespin rolled under him.

"Chespin roll back around and strike him", shouted Calem. Before Squirtle could jump up again he was struck by Chespin's rollout. Squirtle was knocked down from his position.

"Squirtle, get up and use bubble", said Sycamore, unfazed. Squirtle shot a series of bubbles out of its mouth at Chespin. "Chespin, watch out!", shouted Calem. Before Chespin could dodge he was plummeted with bubbles and was sent back.

"Chespin retaliate with vine whip", commanded Calem. Vines released from Chespin that violently whipped Squirtle. Squirtle winced but stayed on his feet. Professor Sycamore still seemed unfazed. "Squirtle use bite", commanded Professor Sycamore. Squirtle ran towards Chespin. "Chespin try to counter with rollout!", shouted Calem.

Chespin once again rolled into a ball and charged at Squirtle. Both Pokemon collided. Chespin struck Squirtle dead center in the stomach. Instead of being knocked down, Squirtle hung on to Chespin and bit him. Chespin yelped in pain. "Chespin, break away from him", shouted Calem in a concerned tone.

Chespin lunged backward and separated from Squirtle. "Chespin now use vine whip", commanded Calem. Once again Chespin released vines from his body that whipped Squirtle.

Squirtle was knocked down once again but this time he stayed down.

Sycamore closed his eyes and returned Squirtle to his Pokeball. "You fought valiantly Squirtle, enjoy your rest", he said calmly. "Well well Calem, I must say your training skills are nothing short of impressive for someone who just started training, but let's see how you improvise against a type advantage", Professor Sycamore said while grabbing another Pokeball out of his lab coat.

He simply tossed it in the air. When it hit the ground a small orange Pokemon was released. Once again Calem didn't need his Pokedex to know what Pokemon it is. It was blue-eyed Charmander.

"Shoot, Chespin is in trouble if that Charmander lands any attacks", said Calem to himself. "Isn't rollout a ground attack?", he thought. "Fire types are weak to ground attacks so I might have a shot". "Charmander starts out with smokescreen", commanded Professor Sycamore.

Smoke came out of Charmanders mouth and made a dark haze. Chespin found himself lost in the haze trying to find his way out. Calem couldn't see Chespin or Charmander. "Now use ember!", said Professor Sycamore in a strong voice. Charmander shot a flame out of his mouth at Chespin.

Chespin yelped out again. "Chespin use rollout!", shouted Calem in concern. Chespin weakly curled up into a ball and attempted to go after Charmander. "Finish Chespin off with scratch", commanded Professor Sycamore. As Chespin was about to strike Charmander slashed his nails across his body.

Chespin fell for the final time as he failed to get up. "Chespin no!", Calem exclaimed as he returned him to his Pokeball.

"Sorry Chespin, you did great, have a good rest", he said in a soothing tone.

"Let's see what your next Pokemons got", said Professor Sycamore. Calem nodded and grabbed his second Pokeball off of his belt. "Were not done yet Farfetch'd", Calem shouted as he threw the Pokeball. The duck Pokemon was released. "Ka", it chirped, ready to battle.

"Farfetch'd let's start this off with sand attack", said Calem with determination. Farfetch'd turned around and kicked the sand at Charmander. "Charmander dodge and use ember", called out Professor Sycamore. Charmander quickly ducked as the kicked sand flew over his head. Charmander then shot a fireball. "Farfetch'd watch out!", shouted Calem.

Before Farfetch'd could dodge he found himself hit by Charmander's fireball. The duck Pokemon winced in pain as a bright red hot aura surrounded Farfetch'd, indicating a burn.

Calem knew the basics about status conditions, there was freeze, which occurs when a Pokemon gets attacked by an ice-type attack and freezes into a block of ice.

Then there was poison which occurs sometimes when a Pokemon uses a poison-type attack.

Next, there was paralysis which results in a Pokemon struggling to move. It occurs when a Pokemon uses a lighting attack.

The next one is sleep, which results in a Pokemon falling asleep and being unable to attack or move.

Then there is the confused condition, which results in the Pokemon being confused about who to attack, it could result in the Pokemon attacking itself.

There were a bunch of smaller ones as well that can be caused by abilities. Lastly, there was burn, which was caused by fire attacks and hurts the Pokemon a little bit each turn.

"Dammit, this battle is going to be harder to win", Calem thought to himself. "Farfetch'd attack with fury attack!", called out Calem. Farfetch'd charged at Charmander and rammed into him. Farfetch'd couldn't help but wince as he was feeling the effects of the burn. "Use ember once again", commanded Professor Sycamore. Just like before Charmander shot a fireball at Farfetch'd that struck him in the stomach. Farfetch'd fell backward and slowly got up.

"Uh, Farfetch'd counter with fury attacks again", shouted Calem in a panic tone. Farfetch'd quickly tried to chase down Charmander but just missed with its fury attack. Farfetch'd winced once again. "Ember one more time", commanded Professor Sycamore.

For the last time, Charmander shot a fireball out of its mouth that struck Farfetch'd. The duck Pokemon fell over. "Farfetch'd!", yelled Calem in distress. He quickly rushed out to his Pokemon and held him. "Kwa kwa", Farfetch'd quack weakly. "I'm sorry Farfetch'd, you battled great but this is on me", said Calem with sorrow.

Farfetch'd nodded and went into his Pokeball. "Well Calem Xavier, the way you care for your Pokemon is definitely extraordinary.", Professor Sycamore stated. "You have excellent potential but you need to fulfill your bond with your Pokemon to fully achieve it".

"Thank you, Professor, I will try my best", said Calem who was still in shock from losing. "What a battle", said Serena. "You two definitely went at it". "That was an amazing battle, too bad you didn't win Calem, you were so close", cheered Shauna. "Yeah, but my Pokemon battled hard", he said coming back to reality.

"Eureka, I believe I figured it out!", said Professor Sycamore enthusiastically. "Figured what out?", asked Shauna in a confused tone. "You three are no doubt very interesting Pokemon trainers", he said.

"I would absolutely love it if you three were to take another Pokemon along". Professor Sycamore pulled a small brown case out of his lab coat. He grabbed three Pokeballs from the case and released the Pokemon. It was none other than the three Kanto starters.

Of course, Calem had just battled against Squirtle and Charmander. "I would like each one of you to take one of these starters on your journey", explained Professor Sycamore.

"The Seed Pokemon Bulbasaur, the Lizard Pokemon Charmander, and the Tiny Turtle Pokemon Squirtle", introduced Professor Sycamore to the trio of the trainers.

"So who's picking first?", he asked. "Hey Calem, we should let Serena pick first since she let us pick our Pokemon last time", suggested Shauna. "Let's do it, Serena you pick first", said Calem happily. "Thank you guys, you two didn't need to do this", she said.

"So Serena who will it be?", asked Professor Sycamore. Serena thought for a second before saying "I would like to choose Squirtle", she said calmly.

"Very well then, congratulations", Professor Sycamore said while handing Squritles Pokeball to Serena.

"Hello Squirtle, I'm Serena", she said while kneeling down to the small turtle Pokemon. "Squirtle Squirtle", cried the Pokemon. Serena smiled warmly. "Shauna you should pick next since I picked first last time", said Calem warmly. "No way, thanks a million", cheered Shauna.

"In that case, I'll choose cute little Bulbasaur", said Shauna with glee. Bulbasaur ran up to Shauna. "Hey Bulbasaur, my name is Shauna, I can't wait to make memories with you on my team", she said kindly.

"Bulbasaur it is then, well Calem that leaves you with Charmander. Charmander quickly jumped into Calem's arms. The Pokemon that Professor Sycamore used to just beat him.

"Well this is unique, I don't think I've ever seen a trainer receive the Pokemon that just beat him in battle", mentioned Professor Sycamore. Calem laughed before saying "It's definitely unique". "Hello Charmander, I'm Calem, I can't wait to travel with you", he said in a soft tone. Charmander gave a cry of cheer before going into his Pokeball. Both Serena and Shauna also put their new Pokemon in their Pokeballs.

"It's settled then, everything here is simply wonderful", said Professor Sycamore. "Calem, since you picked Charmander I would like to give you this stone called a Mega Stone", he continued.

He reached in his lab coat to pull out an odd-looking stone Calem had never seen before. This stone was mostly baby blue with a black streak down the middle and swallowed another small dark blue streak in the middle. "What kind of stone is this Professor Sycamore?", asked Calem. "I'll explain it once Tierno and Trevor arrive", he said.

"Serena and Shauna I also have stones for your new Pokemon as well".

Just as Professor Sycamore ended his sentence both Tierno and Trevor came rumbling through the door. "We came back like you asked Professor", Tierno said. "Tierno and Trevor, right on cue as always", said Professor Sycamore in a joking tone. "Well then, everyone is here so I might as well explain", he continued.

"I want everyone to give their best effort when it comes to being a trainer", he started. "But without being said, make sure to enjoy yourself as well, so without further ado, I would like the opportunity to ask all of you for helping to solve the biggest Kalos mystery."

"What mystery is that Professor?", asked Trevor. "The mystery is the secrets of Mega Evolution", Professor Sycamore said. "Mega Evolution?", repeated Calem in a confused tone.

"You see Calem, for thousands of years it was thought a Pokemon could only evolve twice before reaching its final form, such as Pokemon like the ones I gave to you", explained Sycamore.

"But recently it was discovered that some Pokemon can evolve one step further during a battle with the help of a Mega Stone". "That stone I gave you has the power to Mega Evolve your Charmander once it reaches its final form, it's a very important clue to solving Mega Evolution."

"Can all Pokemon Mega Evolve?", piped in Serena. "Unfornualty no, we've only identified 41 different species of Pokemon to Mega Evolve despite us obtaining 48 different stones, I have a feeling even some legendary and mythical Pokemon have the power to Mega Evolve", the Kalos Professor explained.

"I also believe that there are more stones out there that are yet to be discovered".

"Will that affect the Pokedex at all?", asked Trevor who was eager to complete his quest no matter what. "Trevor, you don't need to worry about Mega Evolution if your priority is to complete the Pokedex", Professor Sycamore said kindly.

"Mega Evolution sounds very interesting, I'll do whatever it takes to help out Professor!", cheered Shauna. "So will I", offered Calem. "Well in that case if you really want to learn you should visit Camphrier Town", said Professor Sycamore.

"Where is it exactly?", asked Calem. "Well it's a small town on the outskirts of Versant Road, you can get to Versant Road from one of the gates in Lumiose City", Professor Sycamore explained. "The town has a lot of history so there's a good chance you could find a hint".

"Think about it, this has the potential to change the way we battle forever.", he continued.

"I feel like we have the potential to change battling forever if we discover the secrets, count me in", said Serena. Professor Sycamore nodded in approval and smiled.

"Thank you all for the support, I wish you all luck on your journey", he said. "Thank you Professor Sycamore", said Calem. "Good luck with the research on Mega Evolution", said Shauna cheerfully. "Thanks, good luck to you as well", thanked Serena. And with that, the five friends left Professor Sycamores' lab. Calem was eager to see more of the city as it wouldn't be long until they all made their way to Camphrier Town.

A lot going on in this chapter! The trio of trainers receive their third Pokemon and meet the charming Professor Sycamore. Can't wait to see what else is in store in Lumiose City. Thanks for reading!