A/N: Hello to all and as you can see my issue has been resolved (it worked out better than I hoped) so I am back with chapter five of Play Misty for me. The romance between Ash and Misty blooms while in the shadows the seeds of devastation grow.
Disclaimer: I don't own Pokemon
It was a sunny day in Vermillion City and at his office a certain PI was enjoying the day. Ash Ketchum was enjoying the beautiful weather but, his mind was more occupied with his new girlfriend. Ash was contently sitting back in his chair when he got a message.
("Mister Ketchum, when will you be cutting out to see Misty?") asked Kristi over the intercom.
"As soon as Misty calls me. She's getting out early today so when she leaves work she'll call me." answered Ash happily.
("Okay sir.") replied Kristi.
"I don't know how but, for some reason the most beautiful woman in the world is mine. Man, an angel must be looking out for me." said Ash.
("Sir, I just got a call from Misty. She's getting out.") said Kristi over the intercom.
"Thanks." said Ash jubilant.
Ash jumped out of his chair and quickly exited his office. He said a hasty goodbye to Kristi before heading outside and off to the aquarium to pick up the girl of his dreams. However, what Ash didn't realize is that as he left he was being watched.
("It's me. He just left his office now. It looks like she was right as usual C.") said a male voice over his cellphone.
("Roger. I haven't made visual yet myself. She won't let us down B.") replied the woman on the other end.
Ash rode off in his car barely able to obey the speed limits posted in the city as well as nearly running more than one red light. Ash soon reached the aquarium and parked his car right near the entrance. He then jumped out and headed inside.
("B, this is C. I have visual on him.") said the woman watching ever move Ash made.
("Roger C. I am right here.") replied B arriving himself.
"Over here." called C quietly as not to draw attention to herself.
"Right." said B joining his partner.
Ash paced outside waiting for his new girlfriend to come out. He waited and waited then finally she came out.
"Hey Ash." said Misty seeing him.
"Hey Misty." replied Ash as the kissed.
"Ready to go?" asked Misty.
"Sure thing." answered Ash.
Ash and Misty left together in the former's car departing the aquarium. Little did they know, they were being followed by B and C. When they arrived at the parked and got out.
"It's so lovely outside." said Misty stretching.
"Yeah. We got lucky." agreed Ash.
Ash and Misty headed through the park looking for a spot. Soon, they found a great spot and set up not knowing the duo following them was nearby.
"Misty, I have to ask why did you agree to be my girlfriend?" asked Ash as they prepared their picnic.
"You were so compassionate and kind I couldn't resist." answered Misty with a slight blush.
"Thanks." replied Ash, "Potatoes."
"Sure." said Misty as Ash served her.
"How sweet." said B sarcastically.
"It won't be soon enough." said C with a sinister grin.
"This is nice." said Misty enjoying the nice weather.
"We got really lucky." agreed Ash.
"I am really happy to be here." noted Misty.
"So am I." replied Ash.
"I'm really happy that I decided to date you." said Misty between bites of food.
"You should never be afraid of being happy." said Ash.
"That is a nice thing to say and believe in but, you've never had the experiences that I have." replied Misty sadly.
"Like what?" asked Ash curious.
"Nothing. Forget I said anything." answered Misty nervously, "I'm still hungry."
"Luckily there's plenty more food." said Ash deciding not to push the issue.
"It seems like she almost blew it." noted C.
"Yeah. Good thing she bite her tongue." added B.
"You're really mysterious." noted Ash.
"Not really. I'm just a regular girl." replied Misty nervously.
"Good response." said C.
"Yeah. She's good at this." added B.
"Misty, what is your favorite color?" asked Ash trying to make small talk.
"Blue naturally." answered Misty.
"I should have know." chuckled Ash.
"What's your favorite food?" asked Misty.
"Everything." answered Ash laughing.
"I'm really enjoying myself." said Misty.
"Me too." agreed Ash.
"This is making me sick." spat C.
"Yeah. This lovey-dovey crap is obnoxious." said B.
The picnic lasted a little longer then once they finished Ash and Misty went their separate ways. The duo observing them then left for their own rendezvous.
"Where is she?" asked B impatient as the two waited in an ally for their contact.
"Be patient. She'll be here soon enough." answered C when suddenly footsteps could be heard.
"Glad to see you two made it." said the woman.
"Of course we were. You're the one whose late." huffed B.
"I was busy you know that. Though, I don't think the the boss would appreciate you're attitude." said the woman.
"He told us you contacted him the other day." noted C.
"Yeah. After I confirmed what I needed to. Luckily, that gullible dumbass still doesn't know who he's let close to him." laughed the woman sinisterly.
"That's perfect." said C.
"You two need to keep up your part too. If you fail then the whole mission is compromised and the boss will have your heads." said the woman.
"There's nothing to worry about." replied B.
"Right. We won't fail." added C.
"You better be right. If you screw up I'm protecting you. Don't forget that Biff and Cassidy." warned the woman.
"It's Butch!" cried the male agent furiously.
"Shut up!" snapped Cassidy, "We won't fail."
"Good. The boss has a special assignment for me to do in the meantime. I need to get going." said the woman.
"What is it?" asked Butch.
"An old friend as come to town and I need to visit him." answered the woman with clear malevolence.
Butch, Cassidy and their female counterpart then parted their own ways. The latter returned to her home and quickly headed right for the phone to make her call.
("Hello?") asked Giovanni on the other end.
"It's me sir. I had my rendezvous with Butch and Cassidy." answered the woman.
("Good. I assume everything went well.") said Giovanni.
"Yes sir. They've been dutiful with their mission." replied the woman.
("Good to hear. I was correct in using you for this mission.") said Giovanni.
"Thank you sir." said the woman.
("Are you ready for your assignment?") asked Giovanni.
"Yes sir." answered the woman.
("Good. It seems that a former employee showed up in Vermillion City.") began Giovanni.
"Who is it sir?" asked the woman curious.
("Our old friend Seymour.") answered Giovanni.
"Haven't seen him a while." noted the woman.
("Indeed. I want you to give him the same treatment as his colleague.") replied Giovanni.
"That idiot Oswald." replied the woman.
("Correct. Make sure Seymour joins him and their friend Dr. Fuji. Oh. And the good doctor's daughter as well.") said Giovanni.
"Yes sir." said the woman before ending the call.
A/N: So, there we go. I know this was a little short but, that is just how things went with this chapter. Even though no Pokemon exist in this universe Team Rocket does exist as a regular crime syndicate like the ones that exist in our reality. Also, Giovanni is more malevolent here similar to the Adventures manga even though I haven't read them (I did use to have the first two chapters of the Electric Tales of Pikachu). Anyway, next time things take a dark turn. Please review.