Chapter six: The passionate and the arrogant.

[A/N: hello my dear readers, how's it going? Me? Oh I'm fine. Totally not angry with the fact that the new sun and moon pokémons are ridiculous. Exeggutor for example; grass and dragon? Really Nintendo? A palm tree becomes a dragon and not charizard? You gotta lay off the weed, Nintendo, seriously. This is why we can't have nice things, only team VALOR can make things right #VALORPRIDE. Anyway, I'll see you guys next week, please enjoy this chapter. And if you do, please leave a review in the comments, see ya.]


{They loved their mother region to the point where they would gladly give their life for the sake of her freedom. Those four were her finest children, her faithful guardians, her pride and valor, her malice and wrath. For Johto they would live and prosper. For Johto they would fight and triumph. For Johto they would die and fade}

Kaito froze in his place, his hands shaking, his eyes widened, his mouth opening and closing but no word came out, only a whimper. He prayed that Norman wouldn't recognize him, but his prayers were for naught. May waved her hand in front of Kaito's face to get his attention " Hello? Earth to Kaito, do you copy?". Norman laughter echoed through the doujo as Brendan shook Kaito slightly to make him snap out of it. " I guess he never saw a gym leader before, is that right, Mr. Koda?" Norman crossed his arms and laughed even louder than before. Kaito coughed to ease up the tension " I-I've heard a lot about you, Mr. Maple. I just never thought to meet you in person. We still call you a legend back in Johto, s-sir". Norman scratched the back of his head and chuckled lightly " ahaha. I could say the same about your mother. She was stronger than I ever was, it's a shame she had to retire so early and come here to Hoenn". Both May and Brendan were shocked to hear that coming from Norman, especially for May. Back when she used to live in Goldenrod city, she heard of a strong gym leader that trainers would find it difficult to surpass. But May didn't know it was Kaito's mother, Catherine, who ruled over Goldenrod's gym for five years. Only to retire for reasons still unknown today. " Really? Catherine was Goldenrod city's gym leader? And why didn't you tell us before, Kaito?" asked May, grabbing Kaito by the shirt's collar. " I thought you guys already know, my family ha been around for three years now" Kaito answered before taking May's hand off him. Norman cleared his throat, making the three look at him instantly. "anyway, I see that you kids have started your own adventures. What do you wish to accomplish by the end of it? Do you want to challenge the gym leaders and take on the pokémon league? Or you just want to explore the region?". Brendan told Norman how he wanted to explore the region and see the wild pokémons in their natural habitat " My father never let me leave the outskirts of Oldale. So to go on an adventure with these two is a once in a life time experience, Mr. Maple, sir." Norman nodded in agreement " you are right, Brendan. A man can't call himself a trainer if he doesn't travel across the region facing all types of difficulties. What about you, May? You still want to participate in the pokémon contests like many of the girls here in Hoenn?". May shook her head then smirked " No father, I want to get all eight gym leaders' badges, especially yours. After that I will participate in the pokémon league and I will become the next champion, that's my dream". Norman stood there silently, he took some time to process what his daughter just said to him. He thought that she was like the rest of the girls her age, always caring about contests and ribbons. But to see her, determined to become the champion, he couldn't help but smile " Well I guess I'll have to wait for to get strong enough to challenge me. How about this: get yourself four badges before challenging me, alright?". May excitedly nodded, just the thought of challenging her own father made her scream internally. Norman then fixed his eyes on Kaito, who was looking down, spacing out. "Ehm. What about you, Kaito? What do you hope to achieve from this adventure? " Kaito was full of himself, his arrogance and ego was visible to everyone. " Ha! I'll be the next champion. I'll defeat every gym leader in this region, including you, Mr. Maple. And then I'll kick everyone's butt in the championship, you'll see". Norman raised an eyebrow at Kaito's arrogant statement while Brendan and May rolled their eyes. Norman was about to teach Kaito some lesson about how not to be overconfident and to be more respectful when a faint knock on the door was heard. When the door was barely opened, a young boy, no older than fifteen, stepped in nervously. He was a slightly small for his age, skinny and frail boy with messy green hair that sticks up, pale skin, and bluish grey eyes skinny and frail boy with messy green hair that sticks up, pale skin, and bluish grey eyes. He wore a white shirt with a big collar under a pastel blue jacket with large buttons, grey slim fit trousers with turn ups on the ankles, and slip on shoes that are white with pastel blue soles. He also wore a brown shoulder bag that looked like the one professor Birch has. His face turned red when he saw May and Brendan looking at him, he wasn't expecting strangers to be here, not when he had an urgent appointment with Norman. But what made him feel really uncomfortable was the suspicious look that Kaito gave him, one that made him stutter before speaking. " M-Mr. Norman, s-sir. I-I'm here for my pokemon. My mom told me that you have ever a pokemon for me". Norman thought for a second before answering " Oh yeah I remember you, Wally. Your mother told me that you're leaving today. Say why don't you three show Wally how to catch a pokémon?" May was excited to show her father her skills, also she had to befriend this adorable green haired kid while Brendan hoped he'd catch a pokemon himself while also teaching Wally how to catch one. Kaito on the other hand wasn't happy with the idea, he wanted to leave as soon as possible to train his pokémons and beat the gym leaders. But Norman wasn't asking them, he was ordering them to help Wally catch a pokemon " fine we'll help him catch a freaking pokemon. Might as well as babysit this kid" Kaito said in a grumpy tone, receiving an elbow from May to the said " what he meant is that we'll gladly teach Wally everything about catching a pokemon". Brendan pat Wally over the head and smiled " yeah sure we can help him. He might even become a strong trainer one day". Wally stood there, blushing heavily. He looked at them with a tearful eyes, trying to find a suitable word to thank them " I-I thank you, May, you too, Brendan". Before they leave, Norman gave Wally two poké balls, one that contained a Zigzagoon and the other one was empty. Norman told Wally to use his pokémon when he encounters a wild pokémon he wants to catch. Wally nodded before he goes out with his three friends.

"This is stupid…". Grunted Kaito as the four looked around route 102 for a pokemon suitable for Wally. And to be fair, Wally was quite the annoying one. He refused to catch any common pokemon like Poochyena or Wurmple. He wanted something rare, even if it means wasting three hours trying to find a 'rare' pokémon. Brendan kept telling Wally that there aren't any rare pokémons in this area while May kept assuring them that they'll find a special pokémon for him. Kaito suddenly snapped at Wally, grabbing him by his big white collar " Listen, kid. I don't have time for the likes of you. The next pokémon we encounter you. Will. Catch. It. You hear me, kid?!" Wally trembled in Kaito's arms and tears fell down his cheeks. May quickly grabbed Wally of Kaito's tight grip and hugged the young boy, who started to cry. " Latias, Kaito! Look what have you done? It's alright , Wally. I won't let that meanie hurt you again". Just the, a pokemon emerged from the tall grass a humanoid Pokémon with a white body. It has thin arms and legs that widen toward the feet. There is a wispy extension trailing off the back of its feet, creating the overall impression of a nightgown or oversized dress. Most of its face is covered by green hair that resembles a bowl cut, but a pair of pinkish red eyes is sometimes visible. There are two flat, red horns on top of its head: a large one toward the front and a smaller one at the back. Everyone looked at the tiny pokémon as it hummed at them, her red horns glowed as it focused its attention on May and Wally. Brendan grabbed his pokedex and pointed it at the pokémon to identify it. "It says here that Ralts senses the emotions of people using the horns on its head. This Pokémon rarely appears before people. But when it does, it draws closer if it senses that the person has a positive disposition. That means it was drawn to you two's positive energy ". Wally and May both blushed at the awkward situation before breaking the hug, making Ralts step back a little now that the positive vibe that emitted from the two now is gone. Wally stepped forward then looked back at the three " Er… so n-now what?" asked Wally nervously. Kaito slapped his own forehead and yelled " Really you serious, kid?! You made us search this freaking area for four hours just to find a special pokémon for your stupid face and now you don't now what to do?! Are you that pathetic, boy?!". May shoved Kaito when she saw Wally about to break down in tears " Kaito what the heck is wrong with you?! Why are you so mean to everyone around you? Can't you let the boy catch the pokémon without you bullying him?!" then she looked at Wally, whose tears started to fall down his cheeks " don't listen to him, Wally. You can do it. Just use the pokémon my father gave you". Wally wiped his face with his sleeve, getting rid of the tears " I-I'll try my best. Okay, let's do this ". Just when he was about to send out the pokémon that Norman gave him, Ralts teleported to his side, poking the empty poké ball that hanged from his belt, happily humming. Wally froze in his place when he saw the pokémon vanished before him then appears to his side " Y-you want to be caught without putting a fight? A-are you sure?" Ralts nodded happily before Wally aimed the empty poké ball before Ralts, sucking it in in a red beam before the ball closes shut without shaking. The three stood there with their mouths wide open the whole time, they've never seen anything like it. Brendan walked up to Wally to check if what happened was real and so did May while Kaito stood back there with fist clenched to his side. Brendan pat Wally on the shoulder while May ran her fingers through his hair " You did it Wally" Said Brendan " you've caught your first pokémon". " that is the first time I see a pokémon do that kind of thing. That is beautiful " May added. Wally walked up to Kaito and showed him his new pokémon " See, Kaito. I did caught a pokémon , without your help even. Now you must think twice before you-". Kaito glared at him with his arms crossed " your pokemon is just as weak as you are, kid. Don't get hopes up high, because I will stomp it with my boot". Everyone went silent at Kaito's harsh words. Wally tried to frown but failed as his hands began shaking, trying to hold up the tears that was forming in his eyes. Brendan stepped forward and pat Wally on his back " That was dark, Kaito. What is wrong with you today?". Then he looked back at May, who was pissed too at Kaito's bad demeanor " C'mon May, lets go back to your father. I bet he's worried now that we were out for so long".

Back at Norman's gym, Wally told Norman how he caught his Ralts without battling and how May and Brendan were helping him all the way. " I'm sorry to tell you guys that this whole catching pokemon thing was because I am leaving to Verdanturf town today with my uncle because the air there is good for my health and I wanted a pokemon to accompany me. I thank you Mr. Maple , May and you too Brendan. I'm sorry if I stressed you guys with me for the past hours, I can't think of a way to repay you two". Both Brendan and May smiled back at Wally " nah, Wally. We're glad to help you. We hope that you have a safe journey to Verdanturf with your uncle". Wally returned Zigzagoon back to Norman and turned to walk away. Before he stepped out of the gym, Wally looked back at Kaito and glared at him " Kaito, you will pay for what you have said earlier. I'll grow stronger, and when I do, we'll see who has the last laugh". Wally said before shutting the door behind him, leaving then In a loss of words. " well. I guess that you two are rivals then". Norman stated, breaking the awkward silence " you should keep an eye on him, Kaito. You'll never know when he's strong enough to face you and give you quite the challenge". Kaito blew air out of his nose, not being impressed by what Wally just said to him " the likes of him can't hope to achieve anything if they are too emotional and break easily under pressure. That's why I'm harsh with him, I want to bring out the true trainer within him". May sighed deeply, she hated how Kaito acted like he was above everyone else " Kaito, when will you stop being such a jerk? We are your friends not your enemies". Brendan nodded, agreeing with May. Norman interrupted before things get worse " SO. You guys are heading for Rustboro city, right? You know the way there Brendan. Guide them safely through the woods. And May, try not get into fight with your friends on the way. Now if you excuse me, I'd like to speak with Kaito for a minute. You guys can wait for us outside" Both May and Brendan nodded as they left the doujo for Norman and Kaito. Kaito frowned at Norman, thinking that he'll scold for being harsh with Wally earlier "listen now, Kaito. I know that you've just met my daughter two days ago, but I want you to promise me something. Please protect my daughter, I can't think of anyone capable of such thing but you. You are clearly stronger than Brendan and you look like you could beat whoever tries to harm May or Brendan. Promise me you will do that for me". Kaito squinted his eyes as he felt a sting deep in his heart, yet another lives entrusted to him. He shook his head then turned to walk out " I'm sorry, Norman. I can't do that. I'm not suitable for such task " Norman grabbed Kaito by the shoulder then turned him around to lock his eyes with him " we Johto people care for each other and you know it, Kaito, that's why I want you to protect my daughter. Do this for me Kaito, I beg of you".

Brendan sighed as he looked at the sun as it was setting down behind the ocean, he wasn't sure how to break the silence between him and May. May untied her kerchief and played with her hair. " you know, Brendan. I lied to my father back there. He wants me to become a powerful trainer just like him. But I'm not sure I have the ability to become one myself. You saw how Kaito shunned Wally when he told him that he wanted to become a trainer, I wonder if he'll say the same thing to me". Brendan sat straight as he looked at the golden beach in route 104 " I don't know, May. He's still a mystery to me. I still have this urge to challenge the gym leaders but I'm afraid I might lose. I guess he's right. There is no weak pokémons, only weak trainers". May stood up and stretched her arms as she felt the cold sea breeze kissing her bare skin, making her shudder yet relaxed. Brendan stood next to her, his eyes fixed on the horizon. Just then they heard the sound of someone walking behind them. And when they turned, Kaito took a picture with his camera without giving them time to pose. They were surprised to see Kaito giving them a smile instant camera printed the picture seconds after the shot was taken. The pictured he showed them can only be described as peaceful: May was trying to get her right side fringe behind her ear and Brendan was holding his beanie with his right hand. May took the picture out of Kaito's grasp and huffed. " you could've at least told us that you want to take a picture. Now I look ugly in this and its all thanks to you". Both Kaito and Brendan laughed so loud, they dropped to the ground holding their stomachs. Kaito sighed and looked up with a smile as the night slowly closed in. " One day this girl will be the death of me, you owe me one, Norman" he thought to himself.


[A/N: FINALLY! This chapter took longer than it was intended to be. Basically because I hate Wally and his stupid face UGH! Next chapter will be a little darker than the previous one. So stay tuned everyone and I'll see ya later. Oh don't forget to kindly post your honest review! Kthnxbye~]

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