Operation Personality Swap

Chapter 3: Red and Yellow

"Ohh...what should I wear? Ummm..."The troubled little blonde pondered over what she should wear...for her date, that is. Red had finally gotten the courage to ask Yellow out. Albeit indirectly, of course. Yellow smiled sweetly as she looked back on the day before, when Red had asked her for a date.

The Day Before

"H-hey...umm...Yellow? It's been a long time since we've last met...umm...s-so...would you...like to go on a picnic in the Viridian Forest?" The girl in question blushed deeply, her breathing quickening. "Is Red asking me out on a date? Oh my gosh, what should I say? RED'S ASKING ME ON A DATE OH MY GOSH-" Yellow was interrupted from her thoughts as Red shook her on the shoulder. She blushed even deeper-if that was possible-by Red's closeness, taking a step back. She'd liked Red ever since he saved her from that Dratini all those years ago, yet despite all their experiences together, she would still in his presence, and even more so when he talked to her. Yellow hated herself for her extreme shyness. "Yellow? Are you okay? You just started hyperventilating all of a sudden...do you not want to go on a picnic with me?" a tinge of disappointment flashed past Red's face as he said that. "NO OF COURSE I'LL GO!" Yellow screamed. A lack of practice with screaming caused her scream to go louder than she wanted. Red flashed his usual smile, his previous disappointment completely forgotten, replaced with sheer happiness. "Great! I'll see you tomorrow in the afternoon, kay? Bye!" Red said, and rushed off to get the food and all the required for a picnic.

As Red left, Yellow fell back into her 'fangirl state', constantly replaying that scene over and over in her head. Can't blame her, the guy she's liked for over 3 years finally asked her on a date.

Present

Yellow sighed contentedly at the memory, an incessant tug upwards at her lips, but returned to the pressing matter of her wardrobe. Should she ask Blue? Or...nah. She should just wear her usual clothes, then. A bell chime snapped her back to reality, and she flew to the door, opening it. To see a grinning Red, hand holding a basketful of picnic stuffs. Yellow blushed, the very man she was thinking about had appeared in her doorway. Yellow greeted Red meekly, her blush intensifying slightly as Red extended his hand to her. She hesitantly took his hand, relaxing immediately as she felt Red's strong hand and his familiar warmth. He pulled her behind him as they left for the Viridian Forest.

Red was perplexed, asking himself why he had extended his hand to her. Being him, he decided it was a natural instinct, from the immense happiness in his heart when she took his hand. Yellow was the one Red loved, after all. He'd naturally want to hold her hand, her hand fitting perfectly in his, her delicate touch comforting his heart's burning yearn for her. Every day he trained on Mt Silver, his heart ached for her. Her gentle voice, her shy smile, her ever comforting touch.

They settled down near the lake, spreading the picnic mat onto the grass. They sat on the mat, watching Pika and Chuchu play together. No words had to be exchanged, they were content enough with each other's presence. A silence filled the air, as they appreciated the tranquillity of the place. A low rumble Red's stomach broke the peaceful silence, signalling they should start eating. Yellow giggled softly as she heard the sound Red's stomach emitted. Red couldn't help but stare at Yellow, admiring how perfect she looked at the moment. Then again, she always looked perfect in Red's eyes. Yellow blushed, as she felt Red's gaze on her. "Red? Umm...if you want, we can start eating now." Yellow spoke softly, breaking Red's trance.

They each picked up a sandwich and started eating, discussing Red's experiences on Mt Silver, the recent happenings here in Viridian, and especially on the topic of Green and Blue announcing their relationship the month before. Both of them wished time would stop, so they could appreciate this perfect moment for an eternity. If one was there, watching this scene, you'd be able to see that glittery background, during that clichéd scene between the oblivious hero and the innocent heroine.

Actually, there was a person watching. Gold. And yes, he was still under Blue's blackmail effects. From the start, he's been trailing the two of them, from Yellow's house, to their walk here, and when they started eating. All this time, he's been looking for the perfect moment to enter, as per Blue's orders. And now was the time.

Gold walked up to the two, grunting a barely audible 'hey'. The pair were shocked with Gold's sudden appearance, visibly blanching and gasping. Red was hoping desperately that Gold hadn't caught him staring at Yellow, for he knew full well of the amount of teasing Gold would give him, taken from the experience of training with Gold in Mt Silver. Thankfully, Gold seemed like he hadn't noticed, so Red allowed himself a small sigh of relief. Yellow, on the other hand, was feeling a little upset. She knew Gold would start flirting with her, and occasionally bring back the 'Strawhat Gal' nickname, both of which she hated, especially more so since Red was around. She didn't want Gold to ruin this perfect moment with Red.

Then they realized- Gold had grunted, GRUNTED, a greeting, just as Green would. The moment the realization hit Red and Yellow, they had the exact same thoughts. Was Gold sick? As they reassessed Gold, he muttered quietly " Ah...you're on a date? Finally. This date has been overdue for five years already...well, I'll leave. I don't want to be a third party, and besides, I have research to do. Bye." They stare at him, wide eyed. Did he just say research? Gold, was a person, who never EVER does research. Instead, he'd just shirk his work and start bothering Crystal. Gold had just said the exact same thing Green would have done in this situation. What's gotten into Gold?

Completely at a loss for words, they just watched him leave, when once again, realization strikes Yellow. God had said 'overdue for five years' "Five years...that was when I first met Red...the day Red has saved me from that Dratini. And 'overdue'...c-could that mean Red's liked me since then? No, it can't be possible...can it? Sure, I've liked him since then...but...no, he couldn't have liked me at that time." Yellow thought as she pondered over Gold's words. Red, of course, being his oblivious self, doesn't catch on to this at all. Instead, he takes Yellow's silence as Yellow thinking about Gold's behaviour. "Hey, Yellow? Why do you think Gold's acting like that?"Red asks in an effort to break the silence, leaning towards her so he doesn't shock her when he suddenly speaks up. Yellow, broken from her train of thoughts, starts discussing with Red about Gold.

Halfway through her discussion, she notices Red's close proximity, and blushes. She shifts away from Red, her shyness taking over. At this, Red can't help but stare at Yellow's features. Her blonde hair, her bangs falling neatly over her forehead, her amber yellow eyes, her sweet smile, her ever slight blush tingeing her cheeks. Even the tilted angle of her too-big hat falling over her head was immaculate. How could someone seem so perfect? Her voice lulled him, and he felt the irresistible urge to lean towards her and kiss her. Red, feeling the unusual effect of hormones for the first time, couldn't resist the temptation. He leant towards her, in a trance, his surroundings completely shut out, the only thing still in his mind was Yellow, and her undoubtedly soft lips.

Yellow, seeing Red's hypnotic state, was frightened, and started shifting back even more. Yet, the distance was closing as Red moved closer and closer. "R-red? Are you okay? W-what're yo-" Yellow managed to stutter out, before being cut off as Red grabbed her shoulders. She shut her eyes, almost afraid of what Red might do. She felt something press against her lips. Her eyes flew opening in shock, to see Red's face too close to her own. Red was kissing her. Her face flushed red from shock and embarrassment, but she closed her eyes and kissed back. There was no tongue, nothing of the sort. It was a kiss of pure innocence, one shared by the two of them. Red's hands wrapped around her, one at her neck, one at her waist, and he pulled her in deeper into the kiss. She melted perfectly into his arms, twining her arms around him, as if she was made for him, and for him solely. They stayed like that till they had to pull back due to the lack of air.

"Yellow? I've always loved you, ever since I saved you from that Dratini. Will you be my girlfriend?" Red asked, face still flushed and breathing still ragged from the kiss. Yellow smiled at the confession. The guy of her dreams DID lover her back. "I've loved you since that day too...of course I'll be your girlfriend!" Yellow replied. Both of them smiled contentedly, and without breaking from each other's gaze, leant back in for another kiss.

Up in a tree in an undisclosed location (...okay, fine, it was still in Viridian Forest)

A high five was made as several clicks of a camera was heard.

"Hohohoho, that was perfect! Aw, they're SO cute together! Oh no, my eyes are tearing up..." Blue squealed, as she snapped more pictures of this precious moment. Earlier that day, Blue had ordered Gold to go back to this location, so they could watch this together, and see the results to Gold's "transformation", which was her main objective.

"You know, even though I still hate you for what happened with Crystal, I can't help but agree with you on this." Gold replied, a large grin plastered on his face as he watched his two seniors making out. "Oh, the times when we have similar opinions on a matter. Hohoho!" Blue said in response, as she threw her head back in laughter. They gave each other another high five and went back to discussing what they should do for their future 'reaction spectating'.

Viridian Forest Path

Green was walking through the Viridian Forest, on his way back to Pallet Town after wrapping up the day. As he walked through the forest, he heard a familiar laugh. He snapped his neck towards the direction of the sound, hoping he was wrong, that it was just his imagination. But...he saw Blue up in a tree with...Gold? His eyes widened in alarm as he saw this. He felt something revolt in his stomach, and a flame of jealousy burned in his heart. Stoic and emotionless as Green was, he'd still feel jealousy if he saw his loved one, the one he's dating to boot, having fun with another man. "What is this feeling? Is it...jealousy?...No, it can't be." Green said to himself, but his thoughts betrayed him. Oh really? Look at Blue, she looks so happy. With Gold. Come on, look. Do you feel more jealousy yet? Green was forced to look at them once more, the revolting feeling intensifying. He looked away, muttering a 'tch' with much more force than usual, and turned on his heels, leaving. He shoved away that feeling of jealousy, and trudged on through the forest, not without noting that they were so engrossed with what they were doing that they didn't notice him at all.

Yet, a seed of worry was planted in his heart: Could Blue be falling in love with Gold? Could she be losing interest in him already? In just one month?

Author's Note:

Hey, I'm back. And this time, it was me who wrote it, ain't inklaced. She did help edit some parts though. Now, don't worry, oldrival fans, Blue ain't falling in love with Gold. It's just Green being a worrywart. And YAY SPECIALSHIPPING! They're perfect! :D Please fav this if it's worth it, or please review on areas I can improve on!