A/N: Good day, ladies and gents and welcome to another installment. I have a lot of news at the end of the chapter that you guys should know about. Special thanks to my BETA, Shadow-Wolf-Hikaru for all her hard work. I didn't have time to edit this so bare with me, my week has been crazy. Calvin please read the disclaimers,
Calvin: You're so bossy. PokéFan does not own Pokémon at all. He only owns Torgé and the plotline and certain OC's. Please enjoy.
"Fresh Breath!"
My face fell into despair at the news I am face with. How can someone like Ronald even be a Gym Leader? Somebody has to be pulling my leg.
"So who's here to challenge the gym?" Ron asked in a bored tone.
"I am!" Shadé and Jerry said in Union.
The two of them glared at each other and they looked at Ron with determination. Knowing those two, nothing will ever go right with the two of them.
"Well I am actually still tired from my contest but you two can challenge me in a tag battle," Ron suggested.
"Alright, we might as well," Jerry shrugged.
"All right then, let's gets this over this!" Ronald shrugged and glared at me.
"What's your problem?" I snapped.
"Nothing but your fluke winning. Now let's get this going, I have things to do!" Ron said.
The receptionist from early, come with two flags. Kenny and I got the hint and took a seat in the audience. I know Ron has a vendetta against me so I hope Jerry and Shadé's battle isn't difficult.
"This battle is between Gym Leader Ronald Martinez and challengers Shadé Scott and Jerry Tucker. This tag battle will be a two on two and when on decides Pokémon is standing, the winner shall be declared. Let the battle begin," The receptionist said.
"Lopunny and Herdier, center stage!" Ronald said.
"Bagon, victory stance!" Jerry said.
"Mime Jr., battle dance!" Shadé said.
"The challengers can move first," Ronald said rolling his eyes.
"Bagon use Dragonbreath!" Jerry said.
"Mime Jr., use Hypnosis!" Shadé said.
"Lopunny and Herdier, defense maneuver!"
Bagon opened his mouth and a green energy beam shot out at a rapid pace. The beam went straight to Lopunny until it jumped in the air and out of harm! I've never seen this much speed before.
Mime Jr. wasn't having better luck either. He repeatedly tried to send waves of psychic energy but Herdier kept dodging them. Ron must be purposely making this hard for them to get his revenge on me.
"This isn't working. Mime Jr. stop trying," Shadé huffed.
"I don't know why you're giving up. Bagon use Ember!" Jerry yelled.
"Defense maneuver again!" Ron yawned.
Bagon opened his mouth a tiny fireballs launched at Ron's Pokémon. His Pokémon dodged them ember like it was nothing before settling down.
Watching this battle is bad. Ron keeps dodging their attacks like it is nothing. Mime Jr. is purely defensive. Shadé would've had a better chance with Leafeon or Beldum. I've never seen Beldum battle before.
"This is getting boring. Lopunny use Jump Kick and Herdier use Work Out!" Ron yawned.
"Bagon counter with Dragonbreath!" Jerry said.
"Mime Jr. use Mimic!" Shadé said.
Lopunny jumped into the air and extended its long leg. The orb on Mime Jr.'s head glowed white and he jumped in the air. Mime Jr. extended his leg and met Lopunny in the middle. Both Pokémon was exchanging kicks and neither was giving in.
Herdier glowed in a red aura and glared at Bagon. Bagon opened his mouth again and a large green beam rocketed across the battlefield. Herdier jumper to dodge the attack.
"Herdier use Aerial Ace on Bagon! Lopunny use Quick Attack!" Ron said.
"Bagon use Ember!" Jerry shouted.
"Mime Jr. use Reflect!" Shadé shouted.
Mime Jr. raised his hands and a golden box surrounded him. Lopunny kept bumping into the box but it would've crack. Bagon roared unleashed a powerful stream of flame from his mouth. That was the most powerful ember I've ever seen. Herdier still dodged it and attacked Bagon at a very fast pace.
Mime Jr.'s box started to glow and then Mime. Jr glowed with. If I didn't know any better, I think Mime Jr. is evolving.
Mime Jr. grew taller in height as well as formed appendages. The hat on his head morphed to two growths and his feet now had shoes. Mr. Mime stood tall and proud as I pulled out my PokéDex.
"Mr. Mime, the Barrier Pokémon and the evolved form of Mime Jr. Mr. Mime has the ability to solidly air molecules to form glass barriers at will. Usually found in suburban areas," my PokéDex said.
Mr. Mime clapped his hands as his eyes glowed blue. Lopunny was outlined in blue and the flung into the air as Mr. Mime waved his hands.
"Bagon while it's up in the air, Flamethrower again," Jerry said.
Huh! I knew that was too strong to be ember. Maybe this battle is turning into Jerry's and Shadé's favor. Maybe they could beat Ronald.
Bagon opened his mouth and unleashed the strong stream of fire. Lopunny was vulnerable to the attack and took it head on.
"Enough of this, Lopunny use Attract and Herdier use Playrough!" Ronald said.
Lopunny winked its eyes and a barrage of hearts landed direct marks on Bagon and Mr. Mime. Bagon and Mr. Mime both staggered in confusion and attraction towards Lopunny.
"End this! Herdier use Crunch and Lopunny use Drain Punch!"
"Bagon use Protect!"
"Mr. Mime use Barrier!"
Bagon and Mr. Mime staggered in confusion and ignored their trainers command. Herdier jumped on Mime Jr. and sank it's fangs into Mr. Mime before tossing him to a wall. Lopunny's ears swirled with green energy and she punched Bagon and sapped him out of energy. Then the attacks was over, both Pokémon fainted.
My breath froze. Shadé and Jerry both lost to the same guy. I'll have to admit when I was battling Ronald I had a hard time but I manage to win. I couldn't see their faces because their backs were facing me.
Both of them returned their Pokémon is sync and turned to face me. Shadé had a sad smile while Jerry was scowling. I knew Jerry wouldn't take it too hard but still.
"You two are pathetic. Leave my gym and return when you're stronger. You've wasted my time," Ron sneered.
My blood was boiling and I handed Togepi to Kenny. How dare he talk to my family like that? Is he crazy?
"You don't talk to people like that," I shouted.
"Watch me," Ron said and went about his business.
I was about to give him a piece of my mind before Jerry held me back. I looked at him and he shrugged his shoulders before walking towards the exit. Shadé and Kenny walked behind him silently while I stood watching Ron. This isn't over by a long shot.
I stomped out of the gym with a fierce attitude. He's lucky I don't challenge gyms because I would wipe the floor with him. He thinks he is all that but wait until the Grand Festival! I'll show him.
I exited the gym and watch as Shadé, Jerry, and Kenny were waiting for me. I took Togepi back and snuggled her carefully to my chest.
"What are going to do now?" I asked.
"I know there is another gym and contest hall. It's north of this city and the closest," Jerry said.
I looked at him skeptically. Usually he would be having a temper tantrum about losing so why is he so calm.
"Why are you so calm? Usually you would be raising an army by now?" I asked.
"Battling La'Lonnie taught me a couple of things. I may have lost but I have to bounce back. I'll come back and wipe the floor with that kid. He hasn't seen the last of me," Jerry shrugged.
Well that sure was surprising. Maybe I wasn't the only one growing and learning from this adventure. It seems like everybody is maturing.
"This still sucks for me. That was my first lost," Shadé pouted.
"At least your Mime Jr. evolved," Kenny chimed.
Shadé stopped pouting and smiled a little. She nuzzled Chimchar before looking directly at me.
"I think we are all ready to go. Jerry and I will just have to come back with a new strategy. I'll be happy to wipe the floor with that kid," Shadé declared.
That's my girl. Next time I battle him myself, I won't be so kind. Ronald Martinez better watch his back next time.
-xXx-
Like all the other routes, Route 408 was another challenge. Every time we travel through the forest, something always goes wrong. Or worse, we get lost.
We've been traveling for about half a day and my meet hurt. I don't want to travel any more than I have to. My feet are hurting and my Pokémon are heavy.
I have to deal with carrying them because they both refuse to go into their Poké Balls. They are a little spoiled if you ask me.
"My feet hurt, can we take a break?" Kenny asked.
Finally! Someone who has the same idea as me. Jerry was leading the way and looked behind us, glaring at Kenny and I.
"We are almost there. You two are just being lazy," he sassed.
I didn't say anything. That was all Kenny! Jerry raised an eyebrow at me before he continued to walk ahead of us.
Suddenly, a light brown blur tackled Jerry to the ground. Kenny and I stiffen a giggle and the brown blur stopped. I recognized the Pokémon as an Eevee.
"Aw, look at the Eevee!" I squealed in delight.
It has always been a dream of mines to have an Eevee. All my younger sibling have an Eevee but me. Shadé's is the only one that evolved and hers evolved into a Leafeon.
However something was slightly different about this Eevee. This Eevee was a lighter brown and seemed smaller than any Eevee I would normally see. It didn't change my mind and I still wanted to catch it.
"Doesn't Eevee seem to look different?" Shadé asked.
"I don't care, I want it!" I yelled.
Eevee must have heard me because it stood in a battle stance. It won't be long before it shall become mines. I'll make sure of that.
"Togepi, let's get some practice in. I choose you!" I said.
Togepi quickly hopped out of my arms and took a battle stance. Eevee growled lightly which made it more adorable to me. Eevee charged at Eevee becoming a small blur that slammed into Togepi.
"That was one powerful Quick Attack!" Kenny shouted.
"Come on Togepi, retaliate with Rock Smash!" I said.
Togepi's fist glowed and she ran towards Eevee. Eevee was faster and started digging holes underground to hide. This Eevee was very tactic I see.
"Togepi jump in the air and use Safeguard!"
Togepi jumped in the air and a green force field surrounded her. Eevee popped up from the ground and slammed right into the barrier. Take that Eevee!
"Togepi while it's down use Attract!" I yelled.
Togepi winked and a heart flew towards Eevee. The heart made a direct hit but didn't seem to faze Eevee at all. That must mean Eevee is a girl as well.
Eevee's tail glowed silver and in a quick swipe, she crashed her tail against Togepi. I'll have to admit that Eevee is very fast. Eevee then closed her eyes and was outlined in green. A green swirl unleashed from her and knocked Togepi back into my arms. I think Togepi had enough and for once I returned her to her Poké Ball.
Eevee growled at me and started to run away. I ran after her because it was no way I was passing up an Eevee that strong. I would be a fool if I did.
"Mismaguis you might have more luck, time to shine!" I yelled throwing her Poké Ball.
My Magical Pokémon popped out and floated in front of me.
"See that Eevee right there," I pointed at her, "use Shock Wave!"
Mismaguis floated in front of me and the jewels on me started to electrify. Then a blue orb appears and blue electricity pulsed out and landed a direct hit on Eevee. Eevee went tumbling to a stop and glared at me.
So far from what I observed Eevee knows Iron Tail, Dig, Quick Attack and a move I couldn't recognize. I wonder what else she has up her sleeve. Mismaguis is the perfect match because nothing can hit her except Iron Tail.
"Mismaguis use Psy-Wave!" I said.
Mismaguis's eyes glowed blue and a psychic energy released from her and went straight to Eevee. Eevee jumped right into the air and the Attack missed. Orange Cards surrounded Eevee and she launched them at Mismaguis. Luckily for me, they phased right throw her.
However the was headed straight for me. I ducked out the way as the attack flew right behind me.
"Calvin!" I heard three voices screech.
I had no time to turn around and look at the damage I created. I'm on a mission to get this Eevee if it is the last thing that I do.
"Mismaguis corner her with Magical Leaf and the use Shock Wave!" I yelled.
Mismaguis was surrounded by an array of colorful leaves. Then the leaves connect like a whip and wrapped around Eevee. Mismaguis then cackled with electricity and electrified the Magical Leaf and Eevee.
"This is it, go Poké Ball!" I yelled and threw the red and white sphere.
The Poké Ball tapped on Eevee and trapped her inside. It wiggled around a couple of times before ringing, hinting the success of my capture.
I ran and put the Poké Ball in my bag because I can't carry more than six Pokémon at a time. I returned Mismaguis and thanked her for a job well done.
"You are crazy, you know that!" Shadé yelled.
I grinned sheepishly while Piplup picked the top of my head in disapproval. I swatted him away and scolded him before he started doing it again.
"Keep it up," I warned him.
"Can we just hurry up? We are almost at Capital City," Jerry argued.
"Actually it's getting late. We'll have to camp out," Shadé said.
"I don't have time for this," Jerry groaned.
"Let's just set up camp and we should be at Capital City first thing in the morning," Kenny said.
Jerry groan and pulled out his camping supplies before grumbling to himself. I'm not a fan of the forest but I have my new Eevee so I don't care.
I walked away happily and looked forward to training my new Pokémon. I can't wait to see how Eevee actual does in a contest.
Ever since my victory, I'm in a much better mood. My victory was a major confidence booster. Even if I don't win my next one, I'll just compete in another until I get it right.
The more I think about it, the more off Eevee seems. Maybe I should get her tested in Lapshire. No Eevee should be that strong or maybe it was my imagination?
I'm too afraid to ask Jerry because he'll just start complaining. I knew he is just anxious to win a gym badge but he'll be okay. Not everything is about him.
Looking back, it's hard to believe that it has almost been a month since we've been traveling. Shadé caught four new Pokémon and one of them evolved. Jerry caught his own share of three and his Larvitar evolved.
I meet amazing friends and new rivals that will challenge me. I'm more confident in my own skills as a Pokémon Coordinator and two of my own Pokémon evolved. And as a bonus, I caught an Eevee. I think the beginning of my journey is turning out okay.
A/N: And that was chapter ten. Thank you ladies and gentlemen for reading my story. I enjoy looking at the number of views grow rapidly for this story. I am still debating on putting this story on WattPad. Now for my big new. I am going on a short hiatus on this story until the second January of 2015. I'm trying to catch up with my life. Don't worry, I am not quitting the story, I'm just figuring some things out. I am sorry for any and everybody who looked forward to my weekly post. You all are the best.
Announcers: Next time on, 'A Crazy Journey across Torgé', our heroes face new problems as they head to Capital City. They run into Kelli, Luc, and a potential new friend. And what is Team Shadow doing there? Will our heroes every find out? Stay tune next year on, "Crossing Enemy Lines".
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