First off, I'm so very, very, very sorry this is late! I've been really busy with college and I had an audition for a musical called Priscilla Queen of the Desert. I haven't got a part yet, but hopefully I'll get a good part.
Now, we left off with Ash, May, Dawn and Max running into Drew (the prick). He tried to force May to go out with him, but ended up getting hurt in the process. He hit May accidentally in the stomach because he tried going for Ash, but May jumped in front of him, meaning May lost the baby she was carrying.
Now then, enjoy the chapter! Oh! And be sure to read the author's note at the bottom, I have something important to say. You don't have to read it, but I recommend you do as it is to do with this story and my other stories.
I don't own pokemon or the franchise DAMN IT! I wish I did so I wouldn't be in my current financial situation.
On with the story!
"I'm sorry May. They couldn't save the baby"
May's eyes widened. She was hoping the baby would be fine, and that she could keep it a secret just a bit longer, but it seems fate doesn't want to be on her side.
She looked away in guilt and sadness. She couldn't look Ash in the eye, knowing he'd be angry or disappointed in her for not telling him. And what he said, confirmed it.
"May, why did you stop taking the precautions? Actually, why didn't you tell me about the baby?"
Tears started to collect in her eyes. She tried, but failed, to keep them from falling. Looking at her boyfriend, albeit reluctantly, she answered him.
"I'm s-sorry sweetie. I-I t-thought that...if I...got pregnant...you'd be able t-to...finally move on from the incident because you'd be too busy taking care of me and the baby to think about it...I wanted to tell you...trust me, I did. But I...I knew that you would stop me from entering the Festival if you knew. And the rules say that a female coordinator cannot enter if they are pregnant by a month"
Ash asked the next question, dreading the answer. "How long were you?"
May whimpered and Ash started to get slightly impatient. He firmly asked her "How long were you May?"
May had tears from her eyes more freely and she avoided Ash's gaze. "One month"
Ash sighed. "So you got pregnant before we went to Nimbasa City? Why did you think I'd stop you from entering the contest? This is your dream May! To be a Top Coordinator! I wouldn't have stopped you, unless I had a reason"
He then stood up, went over to May and gave her a comforting hug. "Listen May. Don't do that again. I'm already over the incident. All I need is you, mom, ma, Dawn, Serena, your parents and my pokemon to believe in me and I'll be fine. If you do get pregnant again, don't hesitate to tell me. We'll discuss it properly on what to do and work through it" He then pulled back and looked at May with tears in his eyes.
"Arceus May, I thought what I'd do if you were hurt real bad or bleeding internally. I thought you'd hate me and leave me, saying it's my fault for you getting hurt. Just don't do that again. Please May" Tears were falling down while he spoke.
May wiped them away and answered with "I promise Ashy. I won't do it again, but I won't hesitate to protect you if something like that happens again. And I'd never hate you. You're my true love! I would never leave you. I love you with all my heart and soul. And someday, I will get pregnant again, with your knowledge of it, and we'll happily have a family together. That, I promise you Ashy" She smiled a tearful smile and brought him into a passionate kiss.
When they broke for air, Ash had to tell May the news. "Listen May, Dawn told the receptionist what happened and they said they'll have you perform tomorrow. But, you need to stay in hospital overnight so they can observe you and check nothing is wrong"
May's eyes widened. "T-tomorrow!? I can't perform tomorrow! The appeals only happen today..." Ash interrupted her.
"I checked how many are competeing this year and it's enough to have the appeals last two days. So don't worry. You'll get your shot at performing"
May sighed in relief. Before she could say anymore, the doctor came in and said "I'm sorry, but Miss Maple needs to get some rest. The earlier she rests, the earlier she can get to her contest"
Ash nodded, but when he went to stand, May grabbed his hand. "Please don't go Ash. I'm a big fan of hospitals"
Ash just smiled and told her "I'm just going to see Dawn and Max. I promise May, I'll be back later" May nodded and reluctantly let him go. Ash gave her a kiss on the forehead before leaving the room.
When Ash left, May lied down and got comfortable. Before she fell asleep though, the doctor told her "So you know, you'll be getting a room mate. I hope you don't mind"
"I don't mind" May said.
Nodding, the doctor signaled the nurses to bring in the other patient. May gasped when she saw who it was.
Drew. His nose was bandaged up pretty tightly from when Ash punched him and he seemed to be unconscious. May sighed, hopefully he'll stay asleep for the whole night and won't bother her. She turned her back to him and drifted off to sleep.
With Ash
Ash saw three nurses were wheeling in Drew on a gurney. He saw he was unconscious and had his nose bandaged up quite tightly. He smirked, but it then turned into a frown when he saw him get placed in May's room. Ash sighed in frustration, but he decided not to complain to the doctor as he'll be keeping an eye on May when he returns to the room later.
When he turned the corner, he saw Dawn and Max were sat in the chairs in the waiting room. When they saw him approach, Dawn immediately asked "Is she okay?" She was very concerned, not just for May, but also for her brother, he seemed to be a bit irritated and that worried her.
"She's fine. I talked to her and we came to an understanding. She's resting now"
Ash sat down, but Max, wanting to know why Ash looked irritated, asked "What's wrong Ash?"
Ash just sighed. He looked at Max and then at Dawn. He saw how concerned they looked and decided he might as well tell them. "Drew is in the same room as May"
Dawn and Max gasped. Dawn asked "Why!? Why did they put them in the same room!?"
Ash just shrugged his shoulders. "I don't know. He was knocked out, from the drugs or from the punch I don't know. But he better not cause any trouble when he wakes up. Cause I'll be with May for the whole night, and if he does, he'll regret it"
Dawn shivered. She never saw Ash threaten anyone like this so she was slightly scared. "Just promise me you won't do something that will get you in trouble Ash. The last thing I want to do is tell mom and ma why you're in prison"
Ash nodded. HE then stood up and stretched. "Well, I'm going back to May's room. I'll meet you two at the stadium tomorrow" He then turned and started walking back to May's room. Before he turned the corner however, he stopped. "And Max?"
Max gave Ash his full attention. "Yes Ash?"
Ash turned and gave him a look. "We'll talk about this after the appeals round tomorrow. So, until then, just be a little more patient. Okay?"
Max just nodded. He understood what Ash meant. He'll get the full explanation of why they lied about his death tomorrow. "Okay Ash. See you tomorrow!"
Ash nodded and carried on towards his destination while Dawn and Max went back to their hotel for the night.
When Ash entered the room, he saw Drew was still knocked out and that May was asleep. He went over and sat in the chair by her bed. He looked at her sleeping face and smiled. Don't worry May. No matter what happens, I will keep you safe. I love you with all my heart as well.
Ash used his hand to move some of May's hair out of her face, which casued her to stir and wake up. When she saw Ash, she smiled lovingly and said "Hello sweetie"
Ash smiled back. "Hello May. Did I wake you?"
May shook her head. "No, I was trying to sleep, but these hospital beds aren't that comfortable (Personal experience here! Though they are really comfy when you've just had an operation. Isn't that wierd?)" May then looked nervous all of a sudden. "Ashy?"
Ash tilted his head. "Yes May?"
May looked away before asking her question. "Can you...cuddle with me? It'll make me feel safer knowing you're here with me"
Ash smiled lovingly before answering. "Of course May. You don't need to ask. I'll happily stay with you if you want me too"
Ash then climbed into the bed when May made some room. He went under the sheets and May cuddled up to him with her head on his chest.
Smiling contently, they both gave each other a kiss before falling asleep.
But what they didn't know, was that Drew had woken up when May asked Ash that question. He whispered to himself "Just you wait Ash! May will be mine and see you for the pathetic loser you are! When I'm out of here, you'll be wishing you stayed in hiding!"
And so he went to sleep, dreaming of May leaving Ash for him and her doing what he wanted. He sneered in his sleep.
Well that's it for this chapter! Again, I am very sorry for the lateness! Please forgive me! *Bends down on knees and begs for forgiveness*
Also! Today I have a mock audition in college! Have to perform one song and two monologues in front of a panel and they decide whether or not I get a good enough grade. Apparently, it'll help for when I audition for Drama School. But, there is one small, itsy, bitsy, teensy, weensy problem...I'M NOT GOING TO DRAMA SCHOOL!
I finally finished this fic last night. It took me three, yes three, HOURS to finally get it right! I also had to modify the last chapter as I saw some mistakes when re-reading it. And sorry for the shotness of the chapter. I couldn't think of anything else to put in and this is the result.
Also! Thanks for all of you for reviewing the story! This has become really popular since it got published so I'm a little overwhelmed! My non-pokemon stories aren't popular, so they'll probably get taken down. (Except Secrets Revealed! I'll be finishing that one!) And for those who are following and reading Worlds Greatest Master, Thank you all for the suggestions!
I've had a look through them and now there is only one spot left! I've added Elesa, Skyla and Arceus! (You'll find out why in the next chapter of that fic!) I've put up a poll of some of the suggestions for the last spot, so take a moment to visit my page and vote! I'll keep it up until 29th November. Giving you around six weeks to vote. You will be able to vote for multiples, but only one will be chosen!
So, until the next chapter!
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