AN:- Hey guys! I'm so sorry it's been so long since I've updated, and also for the shortness of the chapter. I've got my 15hour Graphics exam in a week, and my art one a few days after. I also have two Psychology exams coming up, but I'm going to try and write whenever I get the chance to. Any mistakes are mine. Please enjoy!
Disclaimer:- I don't own Skins or Pokemon, or anything related.
A huge bellow jolted me awake. I opened one eye, peeking in the direction the sound came from. Blaze was stood over me, grinning appreciatively. His eyes were sparkling, wings flapping contently. I could hear Bolt barking further away from me, no doubt playing with Emily's Logan.
We were still in her garden. The sun was beginning to set, causing deep purples and oranges to wisp through the sky, dancing with the shadowy clouds. The trees and grass were swaying tenderly in the wind, bringing that summer aroma through the air.
He roared again, this time looking at the space next to me, where I saw Emily sat crossed legged happily munching on a red Apricorn, her features beautifully lit up with laughter at Blaze. Her scarlet hair was floating with the wind, and her hand kept reaching up to brush it from her eyes.
"Hey Naomi! How is your head feeling?" Emily asked.
There was still a dull ache, but it felt much better than it did when I woke up earlier in Emily's room. No dizziness, so that was good, and no nausea. I could remember how it happened now also.
"Much better." I said timidly, still a little unsure of how to act around Emily.
After the kiss we shared before I drifted back off to sleep, we'd come to the decision that we weren't ready to be anything yet, so to speak. Emily had admitted to the connection she felt, and I agreed, but we had barely known each other two days, so it seemed wise not to jump into anything.
We were to just see how things turned out. Go with the flow, as it was a new experience for us both.
I played it over again in my mind, the memory still so fresh, soft lips brushing gently against my own. It didn't last long but it was still the best kiss I'd ever experienced. The way her skin felt, and the electricity that crackled beneath my fingertips as they explored. My hand tangled in her luscious hair…
"Apricorn?" Emily held out the golden fruit in her hand, bringing me out of my daydream.
"Sure, thank you." I kindly took it from her, not hesitating in taking a bite. Letting the fruity taste overwhelm my senses, quenching the building hunger I hadn't until now noticed.
"Mmm, this is good Emily. What Mart did you get these from?" I moaned, it was just too good!
"Oh, I grow them myself. It's good, because then I can just get fresh Apricorns whenever I like." She motioned to the tall tree further down the garden. "Some lady gave me the seeds a few years back when I was at Celadon City's flower shop. Cool huh?"
"Very!" I declared, mouth full of the fruit. I'd be surprised if Emily could even make out what I said. A smirk pulled softly at her cherry lips.
After I'd finished my Apricorn, I had a thought. It was the perfect idea!
"Emily? I've been thinking."
"Did it hurt?" She shot back. I couldn't help the laughter that burst from my lips, only chuckling more as Emily joined in. "But yeah, what have you been wondering?" She asked after the laugher had died down.
"Well, you mentioned that you hate being stuck in the Gym all the time, and that you wanted to explore more of Kanto, and possibly the other regions? So I thought that maybe..." I took a deep breath, "Maybe you'd like to accompany me on my trip?"
I kept my gaze down, playing with my fingers, cautious about what Emily's response would be.
"Y'know, you don't have to, it's just that maybe, I thought-"
"Naomi!" Emily cut me off halfway, "Stop rambling! I'd love to join you. I mean, what better moment? I've had enough of the Gym, and it's about time I saw more of the world. Plus, Logon really loves being with Blaze and Bolt, and it'd be a shame for them to have to say goodbye to each other so soon."
"And, I just really like spending time with you." She said shyly.
"Brilliant, okay, well, there's just one thing."
"Shoot."
"Well, I can't really continue my journey until I get the 8th Gym badge you see. My next step is to head off to the league, and well, win." I beamed.
"So I was thinking, not right away, but once me and the team have had a little more training, will you let me challenge you along the way? Also, there's a new thing that they introduced into the league earlier this year. You can now battle with a partner, so maybe you and Logan could help me out there? If we finish the league, we'll get a free S.S Ann Ticket, which will take us across to Johto."
"That, my friend, sounds like an amazing idea. I'm totally up for it, Naomi. I've always wanted to visit Johto. But about the whole badge thing, I can just give you it to you."
"Yeah, but I'd rather battle for it. Earn it properly. It will be a challenge, you're a good Leader, but I don't think I'll ever be ready to do the League until I'm strong enough to beat you."
"Then it's sorted! Let's do it." Emily shouted excitedly.
I held my hand out for Emily to shake, and shake it she did.
"Okay, well I'm going to have to head back to Pallet Town seeing as it's just down the road. I should visit my Mum before we head off. I'm not sure how long we'll be gone. Want to come with? She'll be happy to see I've made myself a friend for once!"
"I'd love to Naomi." She exclaimed pressing a chaste kiss to my cheek.
So that began the start of my journey with Emily Fitch, Leader of the Earth Gym.
Although it's short, I hope you still liked it. Let me know?
Thankyou,
- Paxtch xx
