Chapter 4: The Ranger's Day Off

5:30 was the time in the morning and Frost was already awake, he was an individual who could not sleep for more than six hours even on a free day due to his job as a Pokemon ranger. Currently he was lying besides a peacefully snoring fox Pokemon, his initial thought was to check his Pokegear for new assignments but he soon realized it was his day off.

(It's been so long since I have taken a day off, I have even forgotten how it felt to wake up without any worry.)

He stood up carefully in order to not wake up Ninetales and made his way to his study where a suitcase and bag were kept.

The suitcase contained his clothing, whereas the bag had a laptop and some money in it.

(Well I should probably go out somewhere with Ninetales today considering I am free today, but that won't be happening until she wakes up so I should probably write the mission report while I still can.)

Frost thought as he sat on the study ad opened the laptop.

Soon he was greeted by a text appearing on his screen "Confirm Identity" it read.

Frost placed his thumb on the track pad of the device, which allowed him access to the device.

He was about to continue but soon realized that he had woken up Ninetales in the process.

"I am sorry didn't mean to disturb your sleep."he said to his still yawning counterpart before resuming his work.

After writing a detailed mission report and mailing it to HQ, it was 9:30 am.

(Time flies fast when you don't pay attention to it.)

He glanced over to Ninetales who was in the balcony staring at the city's infrastructure, after shutting down the laptop he decided to join her.

"It's only the second time we have been here and you already seem so attached to this place huh Ninetales?"

"Ninetales" replied the fox in her usual cry.

"Is that so, well can't prove you wrong there this is one of the most peaceful cities out here and the crowd is also decent." said Frost as he enjoyed the morning breeze of Santalune City.

After staying silent for a while Frost asked

"Hey since we don't have any work today do you want to go out today after breakfast?"

wondering whether Ninetales would go outside where there are lots of people he was surprised to see that the Pokemon nodded happily.

"Oh really look who is good with crowds, well if you are this confident then what are we waiting for."

Seeing the excitement on his Pokemon's face Frost teased.

After a change of clothes Frost cleaned Ninetales fur with a brush and then set his jet black hair in the mirror as he thought

(Just have to make sure not to run into Viola again, that would be awkward.)

Once satisfied with his appearance the duo left for the hotel's restaurant.

(What could possibly go wrong?)

It was 3 AM in Sinnoh where Cynthia was currently working late in the night when she heard a knock on her door.

"Come in."

It revealed to be Jervis who was still in his uniform.

"Ma'am you are overexerting yourself again, for you to stay up all night it's really bad for your health."

"An all nighter like this is nothing that I can't manage." was Cynthia's reply.

"May I remind you that you have a plane to Kalos to catch in the afternoon today."

"Don't worry Jervis Kalos is seven hours ahead of Sinnoh, if I sleep on the plane, it would only mean that I'll adjust to Kalos time zone."

"My advice still stands ma'am."

"You worry too much Jervis."

"That is my job ma'am, is there anything I can help you with?" asked Jervis.

"Not really the coffee you served was more than enough, you should rest." said Cynthia while not taking her eyes of her work.

"Very well then, I'll be taking my leave then miss, goodnight."

"Goodnight Jervis." Cynthia said as she heard the door closing behind her.

After hours of sorting through her schedule, meetings and sponsorship deals her work was finished, Jervis often asked her why wouldn't she let her secretary handle such things all the time but she always used to say that Amy was only there for the times Cynthia was busy with something else. Well this was all part of Cynthia's complex personality, although she was a very hardworking and professional women most of the time, but she also had a playful and teasing side as any other girl of her age of 21.

Soon it was 9 AM in the morning when Cynthia was done with her work when decided to go to the kitchen to make her some coffee only to find out that Jervis had already brewed some.

"You are punctual as usual Jervis."

"I have to be Miss it is my duty to serve your household." replied Jervis in his monotone voice as he served her a cup.

"Well thank you and please don't be so formal you are technically family to me." said Cynthia

while sipping the coffee.

"It is an honor that you think so highly of me Ma'am."

"I am only telling the truth Jervis, also I need to pack my luggage for my trip now."

"Don't worry Miss I had taken the liberty of asking one of the maids to do the same beforehand your luggage is packed and is already in the car, also your breakfast is ready. "

"That is very thoughtful of you Jervis, although I must admit with you all around I feel quite useless in the house." said Cynthia.

"Please madam don't think that you already have a lot to do as the Champion, we only do our tasks in order to lighten your own workload." replied Jervis reassuringly.

"Well you are not wrong there." said Cynthia as she picked up the morning paper and left for the breakfast table arranged for her.

After finishing her food and catching up on with the news she was about to go meet her Pokemon in her Garden when a maid approached her with a phone in hand.

"Ma'am it's for you from the P.L.A." said the young maid as she handed her the cordless phone.

"Hello am I speaking with Cynthia?" asked the voice from the other line.

"Yes this is her, may I know who I am speaking with?" asked Cynthia.

"Ah Cynthia it's me Charles, I was quite happy to hear that you replied to my invite."

"Mr. Goodshow what a surprise hearing from you, I apologize for not recognizing your voice it's been far too long."

"Yes it has my child but I am afraid I have to be make this conversation short as I am far too busy nowadays, so hear my words carefully okay."

"Yes of course."

"Well with the news about the gathering of Champions spreading like fire, we have reason to believe that the lives of the Champions are at risk and as the head of the P.L.A. it is my duty to ensure your safety, therefore I have assigned each Champion with their own personal escorts for the duration of your visit."

"Sir all these formalities are not necessary." objected Cynthia.

"Please dear they are only there to make sure nothing goes wrong, please bear with them, anyways I will take my leave now I would like to have a long chat with you when I meet you in person."

"But…" Cynthia was left hanging as the call got disconnected.

(Escorts huh I wonder who will they be.)

Thought Cynthia as she returned the phone to the maid.

Authors Notes:

Well that another early chapter for you guys, I like the chapters where I am able to write for both POV's (Cynthia and Frost) as they allow more story telling to be done and help in character development. If you want to share your views on the story feel free to do so and don't forget to follow and review my first work. I will try to update in the couple of days since I have already written part of the story on paper it's only the work of typing it, which I have found out to be much tedious than expected but I enjoy doing it anyways, this is it for chapter 4.

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