Hey, everyone! Ta-Ni here, bringing you the second chapter in this update. Enjoy!

As we leave the forest, a building comes into view. It looks like a pretty generic-looking house, with a thatched roof and wooden walls, with a little mailbox out in front and a flag waving in the back. However, as I gaze over it, I can feel my tail begin waving on its own. Something about this place makes me feel…happy, I think. I don't know why, though. Is it because I'm an Eevee now?

"So, what do you think? Sparky asks. "Will this work for now?"

"I-I guess," I reply. "But where will you live? I-I don't want to kick you or anyone else out of their home…"

"Don't worry, this house has been abandoned for a while; no one lives here. As for me, I live in a place called the Energetic Forest, a short distance away. So, it's no problem." Sparky gives me a warm smile. "I can tell you like it; your tail is wagging up a storm. How about we go inside?"

The inside was almost as plain as the outside: nothing more than a couple of straw mats and a stump table off to one side. However, even in the setting sunlight, it had a warm and inviting feeling; someplace that I knew could be hospitable for many years. Despite being abandoned, there was no leaf litter or debris anywhere.

I walk over to the large straw bed, and nestle into it to see how it feels. I expect it to be scratchy and uncomfortable, but it feels rather soft against my fur. Suddenly, I feel tired, my eyelids drooping as I struggle to stay awake.

"Well, it looks like you're getting comfortable," I hear Sparky comment from the door. "But before you crash, I have something I want to ask you."

I shake the sleepiness from my head and crawl out of the straw. "What is it?" I ask.

"W-well," he stammers. "T-the thing is…I was wondering if you would like to form a rescue team with me."

"A rescue team?" I ask, confused.

"Yeah," he replies. "You see, a lot of natural disasters and mystery dungeons have been popping up recently, so some of the sentient Pokémon have been organizing into rescue teams. Usually in teams of four, they venture into the mystery dungeons and help Pokémon in need, like Caterpie. I think with your special skill, we could easily become a really famous rescue team. S-so…how about it?"

I ponder for a moment, tilting my head unconsciously as I think, I don't have anything I can do now. I mean, I want to figure out why I'm a Pokémon, but I don't think it can hurt to help Sparky. Besides, what's the worst that can happen? Decided, I nod and reply, "Okay."

"Great!" he exclaims. "I can file all the paperwork on my way home; the only thing we need is a name for our team, and to pick our leader. Honestly, I think you should be the leader, since you have that amazing nose and all. Do you have a good name for us?"

I'm a little shocked he trusts me enough to make me the leader, so I don't say anything for a moment. Recovering, I think for a moment before replying, "How about Team Scent? After all, it is scents I track."

"Perfect! I'll register us as Team Scent," he cheers. "I better head over to the Pelipper Post Office and register before they close. See you in the morning, Lauren!"

He runs out the door as fast as his four legs can carry him, and I chuckle a little at the sight. Ambitious, isn't he? I think as I curl back up in the straw bed. This time, I let my weariness claim me and fall asleep.

I drift within a swirling mix of colors, even with my eyes closed. It feels like a dream, and yet, not. All my questions hover around me: who was I? Why am I a Pokémon? Why am I here? As I sink deeper into the sleep, I sense someone watching over me, but I cannot tell who or what it was.

And there you have it. I wonder who is watching over Lauren in her sleep, hmm?

By the way, I have a question for all of you: should I include the Fairy type in this story, or leave it out? Let me know in the reviews.

Please read and review, and may your Ember never fade!