Author's Note: Hey everyone. No your eyes are not deceiving you this is an update short though it may be I am inching along with this story but one way or another it will be finished. I don't really mean to just do it like this but trust me when I say writing this stuff doesn't come easy to me. And when during these long stretches I feel doubt (as in considering just turning this into a one shot altogether or even just throwing in the towel which I almost went through with on both and changed my mind) well it can be difficult but still I press on. Anyways I hope you like the chapter. I do not own Pokemon. No bashing please. Reviews welcome.

Scattered Summer

Chapter 5

The next morning dawned bright and early. Cameron had woken up, gotten dressed, and was currently moodily staring out at the sea.

Last night Cameron had realized why Ash had been acting so weird and he wasn't even sure what to do about it!

Cameron sighed. I never thought Ash one to like boys he always had a girl hanging around him. But then again he rolled his eyes Ash was an incredibly nice person and was very much the time to not bat an eye at guys liking guys as long as no one was hurt. Love was probably love to the Pokemon obsessed male.

Cameron looked over his shoulder at the house. He needed to figure out what to do next though with Ash it was clear something had happened between the two of them even if Cameron didn't really understand what.

Cameron sighed just slumping over but then again I may be reading too much into this. I might want to be sure before I do something that can possibly ruin my friendship with him?

A voice broke Cameron from his reverie as Ash called out "Cameron?"

Cameron blinked looking towards the door to see a bleary eyed Ash there "what are we gonna do for breakfast?"

Cameron stood up and said "I've heard of this café that does good omelets we could try there?"

Cameron blinked at an Ash who suddenly went red.

"OK that's fine I'll go get ready berightwithyouyoumightwannafinishuptoo!" Ash said that in a blur of words before ducking out.

Cameron blinked and looked down his face reddening as he realized he had put on his shirt, headband, socks, and shoes but no shorts as proven by the sight of his purple briefs.

Lucario slapped his paw to his face at this while Pikachu made an almost snickering noise.

Cameron blanched as he realized greeeaaattt. This is not how I want to test Ash's stance on things… Cameron paused as that thought ran the gauntlet before an almost coy and devious look appeared on his face.

Then the breeze went across his legs and Cameron went in to go put something on his legs.

What happened next that day was a testament to Ash's focus. As to him Cameron seemed to be unknowingly getting way too close for comfort.

During breakfast he had sat really close, as they walked about town they were practically shoulder to shoulder.

During the tag battle he was placing his hands on his shoulders and giving way too many hugs.

Cameron thankfully though seemed to be as oblivious as ever to the blush that was more or less a permanent feature on his face.

Thankfully the tournament passed quickly and the quartet gained access to a spa for a little while on the island.

So of course the boys went along and things went fine up until Ash realized he had to wear his new swimsuit.

Fidgeting with the red line on his speedo Ash walked into the room and stopped.

The place was really nice all smooth tiles and fancy pools and right by the Jacuzzi wearing his own speedo, headband, and sunglasses on his face was Cameron lounging and no doubt unintentionally looking very appealing.

Ash swallowed and was suddenly aware how small his swimsuit could be and so with a splash he dove into the pool and started to swim.

Meanwhile by the Jacuzzi, Cameron had to work hard to suppress a grin at Ash's reactions. Surprisingly enough Cameron had been testing or maybe teasing would be an accurate word to Ash all day.

Hidden behind his sunglasses Cameron's eyes sparkled. He had more or less confirmed his attentions so all that was left now was to figure out what's next.

Feeling thirsty Cameron shifted his body noticing the way Ash stopped to look at him and he inwardly grinned.

Walking over to Ash noting the way his gaze was drawn to him Cameron said "Ash I'm gonna grab a drink you want something?"

Ash nodded mutely. Cameron left the room and made his way to the vending machine he saw earlier.

Taking off his sunglasses Cameron had to think about how to handle this next and he was so lost in thought he didn't pick up on the presence behind him until it was too late as noise resounded.

Thunk!

Cameron's sunglasses hit the floor as did Cameron who laid there unconscious.