Hey Guys! Here's the new one, and oh my gosh this melted my heart its so cute!
A Friendly Reminder: This is NOT a Pikashipping at all! I love the deep friendship and understanding between Ash and Pikachu, and nothing more! They make the perfect team! (;
Pikachu awoke to Psyduck's obnoxious snoring.
Ears twitching with irritation, Pikachu opened his big brown eyes to inky blackness, snugly curled against Ash inside his sleeping bag. His eyes growing heavy with the warmth surrounding him, Pikachu closed his eyes and burrowed deeper into his trainers side.
"Psssssyyyyyy...Pssssyyyyyyyy duc-duc-duck..."
Pikachu's eyes snapped open again, completely unable to fall back asleep with all of Psyduck's snoring. With a big yawn Pikachu wiggled his way out of Ash's sleeping bag, careful not to wake him. He blinked sleepily, scanning the clearing before him. It was just the crack of dawn, early morning rays of sunlight painting the sky a grayish blue, a faint orange outlining the horizon. Pikachu inhaled through his little black nose, the crisp morning air refreshing his drowsy senses and awaking him fully now. Misty, Brock, and Ash were all still asleep, so Pikachu decided this was a great time to go explore before they all had to head off again.
He turned and ran towards the treeline, the fresh dew on the grass dampening his fur. Pikachu's eyes brimmed with excitement as he weaved through the trees and shrubs, finally coming to a rest as he broke through the woods on the other side, his paws sinking into soft sand. Last night they had discovered that their campsite was right next to a beautiful secluded lake in the woods, and it looked even more breathtaking against the early morning sunshine. Leaping forward, he hopped onto the rocks right up against the lake, before sitting down comfortably.
Pikachu's mind began to whirr with many thoughts, mainly of what his life had been life. Pikachu could never have asked for a better life, traveling around at his best friend's side. He couldn't even remember what life had been like as a wild Pikachu before he was captured by Professor Oak. Although he constantly faced being taken away by Team Rocket, Pikachu could always rely on Pika-Pi to save him. They had traveled so far across this land that Pikachu called home, and had met so many other pokemon Pikachu didn't meet before. The thought of all their adventures together brought a warm feeling to Pikachu's mind, reminding him of what a wonderful life he has had.
Pikachu's ears perked up as he head rustling behind him, turning his head to the trembling treeline. "Pika?"
Ash pushed his way through the bushes, a smile lighting up his slightly sleepy face at the sight of his Pikachu, "There you are! I was wondering where you went."
"Pika-Pi!" Pikachu exclaimed happily, getting up from his sitting spot and bounding towards him. He lept up onto Ash's shoulder, nuzzling his cheek.
Ash chuckled, scratching Pikachu's head while making his way to where Pikachu previously sat on the shore, sitting down. "Psyduck wake you up too, buddy?"
"Chu." Pikachu affirmed, staring back out at the brightening horizon.
"Such a beautiful morning! It makes me feel bad for always being the last one awake every day!" Ash giggled, before pausing. His eyes were focused out onto the horizon as well, the bright blue melding with orange and gold. A nostalgic smile crept onto his face, before turning to look at the Pikachu perched on his shoulder, "And you know...This kinda morning reminds me of the first day we met, when we woke up right after we beat those Spearow. I remember the sky was just like this, beautiful colors right after the storm. And..The rainbow and that mysterious Pokemon! Do you remember that, Pikachu?"
"Pikachu-Pi!" Pikachu piped with a big smile, his cheeks sparking happily.
"We've been through so much together, Pikachu. Every battle, every challenge, every danger...and every new adventure we've faced. I couldn't have asked for a better friend like you. Thanks for always being there for me, buddy." he added, stroking Pikachu's head again. "I don't know what I would do if I ever lost you..."
"Chaa!~" Pikachu cooed, his brown eyes sparkling. Pikachu had just gotten a devilish idea to brighten the mood of his best buddy. His tail twitching mischievously, Pikachu snatched Ash's hat off his head, holding it in his teeth as he hopped onto the ground.
"Pi Pikachu-pi!" Pikachu exclaimed playfully, darting out into the shallow lake water.
"Hey! Gimmie my hat back!" Ash laughed, lunging after the little yellow pokemon. Pikachu quickly darted out of the way, splashing clumsily through the shallow lake water. Ash, now soaking wet along with Pikachu, clambered back up and took off after Pikachu, making another dive for him. Jumping to the side quickly, Pikachu dodged Ash yet again, causing his trainer to face-plant into the shallow water again. Pikachu used this as a moment of opportunity, releasing a weak thunderbolt that caused an unbearable tickling sensation to course through him.
Ash roared with laughter as the electricity tickled him, "HAH HAHAHA! HA! Pi-hahaha-kachu! Okay ok, Uncle Uncle! Hahahaha!" He exclaimed between chuckles.
Pikachu stopped thunder bolting him, and immediately Ash reached out and grabbed him, snatching his hat back and hugging Pikachu to his chest, "Gotcha!"
Ash who was still laughing from the tickling attack, burst into more howling laughter at the sight of Pikachu, who hadn't noticed the green algae that was had draped over his head that looked like a hairdo. Pikachu tilted his head curiously before glancing at his reflection in the water. He squealed in surprise, before bursting into peals of Pikachu laughter, "Pi-pi piiikkaa pi! Pi- Piikachu Pi!"
The two lay there for several minutes laughing until tears coursed down their cheeks. They sobered up after a while, both Pokemon and Human lying side by side in the shallow water staring up at the morning sky. They were silent for a while, just enjoying the moment, before Ash rolled over, looking at Pikachu with warm eyes.
"Pikachu, were best friends right?" he asked, reaching out and ruffling the fur on Pikachu's head.
"Pika!" Pikachu affirmed happily.
"And we'll always be together, right?"
Pikachu hopped to his feet, walking towards his trainer and licking his cheek affectionately. Ash giggled, reaching out and hugging Pikachu tightly while Pikachu sparked happily.
Ash glanced towards the sky, the sun now emerged above the horizon, "C'mon, lets head back before Misty and Brock freak out." he chuckled, Pikachu climbing back up onto his shoulder. Together the two walked back through the woods and into the camp, wide awaked and ready to seize the day ahead of them.
Full of new adventures.