Silver glanced at the blue sky. Pidgey's frolicking about, chirping a happy tune. A few trainers were surfing the skies with their trusty bird Pokémon. The clouds were white, so pure – everything he wasn't.

"Silver." Kotone entered the room. Her hand held a fruit basket. She moved inside the room slowly, eye's cautious at the redhead. "I bought some fruits." The brunette stood a few miles away from him. Silver remained motionless, eyes still on the window.

Kotone sighed slowly. He was still not speaking to her. Heartbroken, she placed the basket on a table. Typhlosion strode behind his trainer. He gave out a short scoff, detesting the quiet patient. The petite trainer took out an apple from the basket, followed by a sashimi knife along in the bassinet.

She started cutting the red fruit, trying to distract herself from the ignorance she was receiving. Her heart was beating frantically, aching at his sudden attitude. It was like him to ignore her before. Kotone shouldn't even care. But this time, it was as if the teenager was sending guilty vibes at her. It was as if he was still holding a grudge after the misfortunate night. The brown-eyed sighed under her breath. She doesn't know how long she could stay like this.

The apple was neatly sliced and placed on a plate. Satisfied with her work, she took out a pear and started slicing it. At certain times, she peeked at her patient, who was still avoiding her gaze.

"Eeek!" she shrieked as she felt the sharp cold blade touching the tip of her thumb, almost slicing her skin. Kotone bought her thumb up and suck it, relieved that only one layer of epidermis was torn off. If not, blood might be washing her hand right now.

Typhlosion scurried swiftly to his trainer after he heard her yelp. Kotone, you okay? He murmured worriedly, red flaming eyes on her. Kotone stared at her fire starter and patted his head.

"I'm okay darling. See?" She flicked her thumb at Typhlosion, assuring him. After the fire breather was content with her answer, he strode to the corner of the room, curled up and asleep. The brunette focused her gaze on the person on the bed – still no reaction. He didn't even glance.

She felt her heart getting heavier with sorrow pain. Her eyes getting wet, circling her corneas. She blinked and looked away, ignoring her heartache. Finally, most of the fruits were sliced and decorated. Kotone bought the plate and placed it on a desk next to his bed. With all the courage she has, Kotone took one deep breath and stared at Silver, forcing a small smile.

"Look, I made you some sliced fruits!" she chirped cheerfully, trying very hard to pretend. Silver remained frozen and mute. His head still turned to his right, completely avoiding her.

Kotone tried very hard to keep her patience. "Silver, can you hear me?"

Still no word.

It was killing her. "Hey Silver…" Kotone reached out her hand and wanted to place it on his, only to be rejected. He quickly retracted his left hand, hiding it under the white sheet.

Kotone could feel her heart being stabbed and ripped violently. She bit her lower lip tightly, holding back a sob. Swiftly, she turned around and walked away. Realizing his trainer was leaving, Typhlosion quickly stood on all fours and dashed towards her.

Once outside his ward, she felt her tears flowing down rapidly on her cheeks. Kotone barged into an empty room. She slammed it shut and dropped her back against the door. In the dark, Kotone sobbed loudly. She closed her mouth with both her hands, trying very hard to not let her cries be heard by others. Frailly, Kotone slid her body to the ground. She hugged her knees tightly, bringing it closer to her chest.

Her eyes could only see the arrogant redhead. She could see his smug smirk. She could hear his annoying insults. She could see his conceited attitude everytime she was around him. She could feel his rude shove everytime she was in the way.

How she wished he acted like that again.

Anything but the cold, icing shoulder treatment he was giving her.

Kotone clasped her ears shut, trying to prevent herself from screaming. Silver…

The redheaded rival was dancing in her mind, in her eyes. She shook her head harshly. Her body started to shiver violently.

Silver Silver Silver.

A broken sob escaped her lips. Kotone clenched her fists. Everything was falling apart for her. Why…

The dejected brunette stayed frozen in her position, letting her tears poured rapidly, staining her knees.

Why…

Typhlosion stood numbly in front of the door. His heart winced as he heard sobs from the other side. The fire starter scratched lightly on the wooden barrier. Kotone…let me in…Don't cry… He whimpered, trying to coax his trainer.

Ampharos, Mewtwo, Feraligatr and Sneasel stood worriedly behind the fire breather.

She's still not coming out? Ampharos asked in dismay. She felt heartsick as her ears caught her trainer's faint sobs. Typhlosion led out a heavy sigh.

Do you see her out? He replied scornfully, making the light Pokémon flinch at his answer. Sneasel who was standing neatly on her head began to growl.

Hey! Don't be rude to Ampharos like that!

That ticked the fire starter off. Typhlosion turned around and roared, his flames viciously lit behind his back. Don't you dare tell me what to do!

Sneasel and Ampharos cringed at the volcano Pokémon's sudden rage. Feraligatr quickly intervened and stood behind them. Dude, calm down, he growled.

Typhlosion growled back, more savage than his best friend. Don't tell me to calm down! This is all your stupid trainer's fault! If it wasn't for him, Kotone wouldn't be in this situation! She should be happy. Not miserable! That lowlife son of a bitch should have just die in Tohjo Falls when he was shot! He deserved nothing, especially my precious Kotone!

Typhlosion angry rant was Feraligatr's last straw. He opened his wide jaw, roaring ferociously at him. What did you say punk! He plunged at Typhlosion and bit his neck, earning a painful snarl from Typhlosion. The fire breather wasted no time and dug his sharp claws on the big jaw's chest. Soon enough, both the huge elementals started to fight, causing a riot.

Ampharos and Sneasel panicked at the vicious scene. Guys stop! This is a hospital!

But both of them ignored the light Pokémon's plea and continued to rip each other's throats off.

Mewtwo had had enough. His whole body began to glow purple. In seconds, Typhlosion and Feraligatr was lifted off the ground and slammed onto a wall.

The genetic Pokémon glared at the huge creatures. Now both of you listen to me. He growled deeply in his throat, eyes piercing at red and blue eyes. It is none of these kids' fault. Both of them are having a very hard, very painful time and the last thing they wanted is their Pokémon to start a bloodbath. So I want both of you to calm down or so help me I will not think twice to demolish you both. He flashed a dark, glowing shadow ball at the two, marking his point.

The genetic Pokémon may be impish, but Typhlosion knew Mewtwo was serious when it comes to their beloved trainer. With a loud grunt, both of them nodded. Satisfied, Mewtwo released them from his binding aura.

Both the starters landed on the ground and stared at each other.

Sorry bro. Feraligatr roared quietly and reached out his paw, wanting a shake.

Arrogantly, Typhlosion scoffed and walked away, ignoring his handshake. Whatever, man.

Ampharos sigh as she watched her partner moved out of distance. Her black eyes soon focused on the door. There were no longer sobs heard but she could still feel her trainer's presence from the other side. Kotone had cried herself to sleep.

Arceus help us… The light Pokémon muttered.

Silver clenched his fist everytime Kotone appeared in his mind. Ever since that dreadful night, guilt panged him more and more.

Love is for the weak. It only brings people down and weakens their hearts.

Silver growled. His old man's words were ringing in his ears. Yes, he once took his advice. To him, love was weak. Love can only bring out the worst in you. But the thought of his mother burned his insides to no end.

Everybody deserves love. Nobody deserves to be miserable. Love is the most powerful emotion there is. It can also be dangerous, but once you learn how to control it, it can be your strongest willpower.

The redhead sighed heavily, his sore throat to dry up. Finally, he turned his head to his left, aching at the numb strain on his neck. Silver took a glass of water and chugged it down slowly. His silver eyes saw a plate filled with neatly decorated fruits – all thanks to Kotone.

He winced as he reminded himself that he was being loved, being cared. The woman took no knowledge of her own health just so he can be healthy and fit again. He growled, clutching the glass tightly. Even after the horrible time travel incident, she acted like nothing was wrong and took care of him. She saw his past – his deep dark abyss memories. And yet, his rival still accepted him and treated him like a friend.

Silver growled and bit the edge of the glass. I don't deserve that. I don't deserve any of this. His silver eyes saw her serene smile. Her face showed nothing but comfort and love – everything he couldn't imagine receiving.

Hurting the ones…they who you don't deserve…

His heart mauled his insides, making him breathless. I don't deserve her.

He placed the empty glass and laid his body on the bed. His cold silvers glanced numbly at the ceiling. His rival was being nice to him. And he hated it.

He hated it all.

He felt his heart beat harshly on his wounded chest. He remembered the gunshot. How he plunged between her and the bullet. The thought of losing Kotone was far worse than anything else in the world. He grunted bitterly and shut his eyes. He felt his silvers slightly soaked. "Damn…" he muttered grimly and fell asleep.

Silver stared into the empty darkness. It was cold, freezing. But Silver felt nothing. His whole body was numb. Suddenly, a blinding light hit his eyes. Silver cursed under his breath and tried to clear his vision.

He cringed in horror to see a terrifying figure.

It was none other than Silver himself. But the redhead was wearing a Rocket uniform. His demonic figure flashed a cocky smirk, a blade in his right hand.

And Kotone in his left.

The normal clothing Silver gawked in horror and dashed towards the terrified woman. "Kotone!"

But he was too late. In a flash, the redheaded demon pierced Kotone's stomach. Blood oozing out of her mouth. Silver froze in terror at the sight. The demonic Silver threw the lifeless body to the ground, cackling madly.

"You deserve nothing. You are a monster – like me." The redheaded demon twirled the sharp blade in his fingers. Silver took the broken woman in his arms, red tears starting to flow on his cheeks. His cold silver eyes glared at his evil form.

But like Silver himself, the demon wasn't a bit afraid. "All the ones you love will suffer. The only way to save yourself, and her – is to end your own life." His Rocket self placed the sharp blade on the nape of his own neck. Before Silver could say another word, his demon self slid the blade, slicing his own skin.

And the second the sharp edge touched the fragile skin, Silver could barely breathe. He gripped his neck, cringing in horror to feel something sticky. Silver bought his hand to his eyesight. His eyes froze in utter fear as he saw blood – from his own neck.

His demonic Rocket self just sliced himself – and he felt it.

Silver gasped for air. His eyes bulged in aghast. Kotone remained lifeless on his lap. His heart exploded inside his chest at the sight. What have I done…?

A loud cackle echoed into the dark skies.

All of this is your fault!

Silver immediately opened his eyes, completely overwhelmed. He sat up and rubbed his temples. Another nightmare had stricken him. But this time, the visions were more vivid, violent.

Silver could see himself killing the woman of his life.

He gasped hollowly. Silver felt breathless. He couldn't stand the pain. He saw her red eyes. Crimson liquid flowing on her face, staining her. His mind vividly remembers the fabric bandage on her forehead. He knew Kotone was acting okay because she didn't want him to worry.

He loathes her. He loathes himself for even have feelings for her.

This is all your fault.

He flinched. The sound of his demonic self echoed in his ears.

You are a monster…Like me.

He clenched his teeth. His fist gripped the sheets wildly. "Shut up…"

She wouldn't suffer if it wasn't for you.

"Shut up."

All of this is your fault!

"Shut up!" Silver yelled. His eyes quickly saw the sashimi knife and took it in his hands. Silver placed the blade on his neck, ready to take his life.

Gengar flowed happily from wall to wall. Who knew having a ghost Pokémon flowing around in a hospital will scare the bejesus out of people. Tonight, he had caused a heart attack from two old men and one young lad. They were so terrified that he might steal their souls, they fainted with foams in their mouth. Gengar snickered. He was having a hell of a time.

"Shut up."

Gengar stopped. He recognized that voice very well. He looked around, trying to find the location of the sound.

"Shut up!"

The gas Pokémon looked up. He wasn't deaf, that was definitely Silver. The ghost Pokémon flashed a small smile and clapped cheerfully. He hadn't seen his trainer for awhile and he misses him. Gengar zoomed up through the ceiling. In seconds, he was in his beloved trainer's room.

But before Gengar could say hi, he cringed in horror to see Silver holding a knife, placing it on the nape of his human neck. Gengar panicked. Silver no! The gas Pokémon began to wave his arms in horror. Suddenly, his thoughts clicked. Kotone. Like the speed of lightning, Gengar quickly zoomed out of the room, trying to find the only woman that can save his trainer.

Kotone sat silently on chair. She bit her hair, eyes on the ground. All six of her Pokémon and even Silver's Pokémon formed a circle around her, all looked worried.

Her mind was blank. She was empty. Her eyes were lumpy and red from the tears. Kotone led out a huge sigh. Silver…

Suddenly, a purple shadow emerged from the ground below her. Kotone squealed in terror and jumped off the chair. She held her chest, relieved to see Silver's Gengar in front of her. But soon, she was odd to see the ghost Pokémon, flailing and wailing his arms frantically.

"Gengar, what's wrong?" she asked. But sadly, she didn't understand Pokémon as Gengar kept rambling in a frightful tone. "Whoah whoah Gengar. Calm down."

Gengar shook his head. He pulled Kotone's sleeve, urging her to follow him. Kotone was getting more confused.

But her confusion completely changed to utter anxiousness as he heard Mewtwo said, Silver.

Without another thought, she dashed into his room. The others following behind.

Kotone slammed the door open. Her brown eyes wide in aghast as she saw Silver holding a knife, placing it on his neck. "Silver no!" The brunette shrieked and dashed towards him. She quickly plunged towards the redhead and pinned him down, her hand pulling his hands up above his head. She made sure the knife was nowhere near his skin.

But she was completely caught off guard as she felt her body being flipped over. Seeing that the man was stronger than her, Silver rolled and changed their position. This time, he was pinning her down. Using his right elbow, the redhead pressed her right hand on the side of her head. He spread his legs and locked her thin legs tightly. With both his hands free, Silver took her left hand and swiftly let it grip his left wrist that held the knife. Holding Kotone's hand, he quickly bought the knife back on his neck.

Their faces inches forward. Their breaths flowing very unsteadily. His silver eyes piercing at her shaken browns.

The cold sharp blade lightly touching his sweaty hot skin.

"Kill me…" he breathed harshly. "Kill me now and this will all be over…"

Her eyes widen in fright. She couldn't believe the words she was hearing. She felt her hand being tugged closely to his neck, the deadly blade kissing his skin. Kotone shook her head frantically. Her eyes began to tear up.

"No…" he gasped hollowly. She blinked many times, letting out a tear or two. "No no no..."

She heard him growl. She felt him shudder violently on top of her. She felt his hot breath flowing harshly on her face. Kotone shut her eyes, afraid but not for her – but for him. Slowly, she opened her eyes. Her soft brown irises pleaded at the raging silvers.

"Please…" she mouthed. Kotone tried to pull his hand away, to carefully pull the dangerous knife away from his line of life and death.

Her soft voice slapped him into reality. Silver blinked numbly, his mind blank. Slowly, his eyes saw her – scared and begging. He saw the fear in her face. He saw tears. He saw sorrow.

All of this is your fault!

He growled malignantly in his throat. Silver groaned and placed his face on her neck. His grip was loose, causing the knife to fall on the floor. He stayed frozen in his position. Silver breathed unevenly, his stomach curled as her scent flowed in him.

Kotone shuddered at the feel of his breath touching her skin. She bit her lip. The brunette was completely defenceless.

Another hypnotizing, aphrodisiacs emotion swirled in his head. Silver snickered grimly. His hands gripped her hands tightly. His fingers intertwined with hers. The scent of the soft skin was driving him insane. "Why…" he breathed silently. On impulse, he bit her neck. Silver trembled in ecstasy, his body enjoying her taste.

Kotone quivered as she felt his teeth. She pursed her lips, holding back a moan. Unwarily, she tightened her grip on his hands. "Silver…" Her mouth moved, but no sound came out.

Silver bit her skin harder, flinching her. He chuckled sourly. Lust began to brim in his body, making him lose his mind and control. "Why…" he growled, his teeth still gripping her flesh.

Kotone couldn't bare the pain. "Silver…you're hurting me…"

Hearing her plea, Silver chuckled even louder. He released his bite and moved to her ear. His lips brushed her earlobe, causing her to shudder. "Why are you doing this to me…" he muttered huskily in her ear. Without thinking straight, he sank his teeth to her earlobe, nibbling it.

Kotone shut her eyes. Now she was afraid for her. Her heart pleaded, beating frantically inside her chest. Silver wasn't himself. It was as if he was drunk in lust. Drunk in her scent.

Yet, her body began to betray herself too.

Another vicious growl occupied her ear. Kotone shuddered. She didn't know what to do. Silver…

"Typhroarsionn!"

A loud, ear piercing roar filled the room. Before any of the teenagers could react, Silver felt his boxer being tugged and his body being pulled away. Luckily, before his body could slam onto the cold, hard wall, Feraligatr swiftly caught his trainer.

Typhlosion crouched in front of Kotone and growled maliciously. His fiery eyes glared deadly at Silver. Stay. Away. From. My. Friend. Soon, the other five of her team dashed to the bed, defending their trainer.

Silver held his head, groaning at the sudden impact. He blinked weakly, trying to get a hold of himself. Feraligatr held his trainer, cautious so that the redhead won't do anything stupid – again.

Kotone slowly sat up and held her neck. She felt a cold mark on her skin – Silver's mark. Her other hand clasped her mouth. Her mind was trying to reconnect herself, forcing to remove the fact that Silver had just been on top of her – straddling her. She shook her head. Eyes filled with tears.

Silver finally opened his eyes, vision cleared. Although it was night time and dark, but the room's light made it perfectly clear. He flinched to see Kotone, crying on the bed. Silver looked around. His Feraligatr was behind him, holding his shoulders. All his other Pokémon were by his side, all in defence mode and growling at Kotone's Pokémon.

Soon, his mind clicked to five minutes ago.

He had hurt Kotone – again.

Silver growled. He held his ramming head. Thoughts were banging him like a brick on a wall. Silver glanced at the shaken brunette. The sight of her fallen state made his heart twinge horribly. His mind clicked to his dreams. Clicked to see her lifeless body – cold and down. Silver growled furiously. His fist clenched, his nails digging his palms.

"Alakazam! Get me out of here!" Silver yelled at the top of his lungs, ignoring his pounding, wounded chest. The second he heard his trainer's demand, Alakazam flashed a bright glow.

Kotone winced in horror at his order. "Silver no!" She jumped off the bed and dashed towards her rival. But before she could even blink, Silver and his Pokémon disappeared into thin air.

Leaving a kneeling and stunned Kotone.