A/N: This chapter will not be in anyone's POV. Also, I own non of the characters expect my OC 'Kurami'.

~ This means thinking ~

Chapter 2: Our Mission

At Team Rocket HQ, the trio of Jessie, James, and Meowth were sitting in a resting lounge, mulling over their latest mission. If it had been any other assignment, they had no doubt they would be able to complete it, but now they were unsure...And this is how it stayed for a good fifteen minutes, with neither agents speaking to one another. Just keeping quiet and thinking to themselves of what they should do.

Meanwhile, a young girl about the age of fifteen was slowly making her way towards them.

"Hey there guys!" Said the young girl brightly, snapping TRio out of their thoughts. Slightly smiling back at her, they spoke, "Hi Kurami."

Kurami was indeed a girl of fifteen. She has long brown hair that hangs loose and four bangs, brown eyes, and is somewhat short for her age. And just like any new Rocket member, she wore a simple black uniform, but unlike most girls who wore skirts, she preferred to wear pants. (She hated wearing skirts or dresses for that matter). And just like Mondo, she was the second youngest person to join Team Rocket.

"Why are you guys so serious? Normally I'd see you all happy and excited." She asked, some concern in her voice.

"Oh, it's kinda complicated." Said Meowth answering her.

"Well, would you like to talk about it?"

For a brief second, TRio looked at each other and nodded. "Sure", spoke James, "But let's go outside."

"Alright." Said Kurami. And with that all four members slowly walked towards the door.

Outside, TRio continued to be quiet, but Kurami gave them their space and time to be ready to talk. So, all of them just stared at the sky, leaning against the walls of TR HQ.

"It's our new mission", started James, breaking the silence, "We're not sure if to take on the assignment the Boss has given us or not."

All the while, Kurami looked and listened to him intently and curiously.

"You see, the Boss is actually giving us the option whether we want to take on the assignment or not. Usually we'd be honored and glad to complete a mission straight from him." Stated Jessie, speaking up.

"But now..." Said Meowth.

"You see..." Said James.

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TRio stood in Giovanni's office having been summoned by him.

"Field Agents Jessie, James, and Meowth, take a seat." He said, motioning to the three chairs in front of them. Slowly each of them sat down. "As you know, following Operation Tempest I have withdrawn all our operatives from the Unova Region. And from this experiences I have allowed all our organization some time off from our activities, however, it is time to get back in the field. The secret organization looming in Unova has made its reach over to Kanto as you are aware." All the while TRio listened carefully and intently as Giovanni continued, "However, they are still not the primary problem."

Turning around he flipped on a switch which turned on a large screen behind him. The screen had a single clear photo of three young Pokémon trainers. Seeing their faces, TRio looked at each other nervously.

"From all of your reports they have become an inconvenience to our organization. Especially, this young boy." The screen now focused on the child from Pallet Town.

"For years now, I have told you to capture and bring me his Pikachu. From our last mission, it is quite clear that this Pokémon is indeed something special. Still you three have continued to endlessly fail me on this particular mission."

Standing up Jessie, spoke rather loudly than intended, "Sir, that Pikachu is extremely powerful! I know you want us to capture it, and there have been many times where we've been close, but those other twerps are always in the way, ruining every single one of our brilliant plans!"

"Jessie!" Said James standing up now along with Meowth. Having realized she had lost her temper somewhat, Jessie looked down to the ground, while James and Meowth looked nervously at their Boss.

For a brief second Giovanni closed his eyes and smiled. "No you are correct. You three are not the only ones I have gotten reports from with this young boy." At that Jessie looked up and James put his hand on her shoulder reassuringly.

Continuing, TR's leader spoke, "High Ranking Agents such as Tyson, Cassidy, Butch, and a few others have had their missions botched up because of this boy and his friends." He said signaling to Ash's photo. "And this is where your new mission comes into play." At hearing this, TRio listened carefully with excitement and nervousness rising a little.

"You three are to kill these three young trainers." As soon as they had heard those words, the three agents felt their blood chill. "I know Team Rocket does not resort to these types of things, however, we are left with no choice. These trainers must be eliminated as soon as possible. Once the job is complete, their Pokémon are to be confiscated and brought back."

Giovanni let a minute pass for TRio to gather all the information. "I also know this task is an uneasy one. And seeing how you three are now doing very well on your missions, I will give you the option of taking on this assignment or not."

Gathering up all his courage James spoke, "Sir, what will happen if we decide not to take on this mission?"

"If you decide against it, other qualified agents will proceed with the mission. Do you have any more questions?" All three slowly shook their heads. "Good. I expect an answer in two days. That is all. You are dismissed."

- () -

"Oh I see." Said Kurami quietly, having listened to everything TRio had said.

"We's not sure wat to do." Stated Meowth, "We's three always done everything wit pride and joy for da Boss, but now wit this mission..." He said trailing off.

"Oh, I just can't believe the Boss is actually having this organization do a hit job!" Said Jessie.

"I know what you mean." Said Kurami.

~ One of the things I have always loved about this organization is that its never played dirty using guns or anything of that sorts. Sure, Jessie and James have sometimes used weapons like that, but never to actually hurt someone. Scare them maybe, but... ~ Thought Kurami to herself. ~

"We could always not take the mission, but then that wouldn't make us look good to suddenly back down." Said James. "Not to mention we're finally in the high ranking positions we've as a team worked so hard to get to."

"Yeah, and it took us a lot a years of struggling too." Added Meowth.

Getting a determined look in her eyes, Kurami spoke. "You know what, I say screw those twerps!" Hearing this shocked the TRio. "I've been thinking about what Mondo once told me and I think he has a point. 'Sometimes you just can't protect what you love without hurting someone else.' And just think about it! Any chance they get, without any sort of hesitation those twerps destroy and take away everything from us! And what remorse do they have about it? None!"

At this TRio gaped at her, "What's more, them the enemy, or anyone outside this team for that matter, would gladly trample us at any given time and opportunity just because they assume and judge us."

Gaining his confidence back James spoke, "You know you're right! Now that think about it, I can't begin to count how many times those twerps have ruined every single one of our plans!"

"Yeah! And don't forget we've captured wild Pokémon before and still they come in and ruin everything, when during those times we weren't even doing anything wrong!" Stated Jessie.

"Not to mention all dose blast offs dey made us suffer." Said Meowth.

"See! And this is why even the Boss has realized how much of a threat he is. It is hard, but if it were me, I'd finish them off. Team Rocket is my family now. If anything were to happen to this organization..." Said Kurami trailing of.

Walking over to her James put a hand on her shoulder. "And that gives us more reasons as to why we need to deal with them once and for all. Right guys?" He said turning to look over at his best friends. At that they smiled and nodded.

Starting to walk away, Jessie spoke, "I guess we should tell the Boss we've decided to complete the mission ourselves." To this both Meowth and James replied 'right', and also started walking.

"Guys wait!" Spoke Kurami, making TRio turn around to look at her. "I know you might still be having doubts about this and it isn't my place to tell you what to do, but if you're really going to go through with it. Then just remember and focus on all the pain and humiliation they've caused you. And remember to fight for what you love and believe in."

All three smiled. "Tanks kid, well's be sure to keep dat in mind." And with that all three headed for the Boss's office.

Watching them walk away, Kurami stood thinking to herself. ~ Man, I must have sounded like such a twerp with that speech. Oh well, I'm glad I managed to cheer them up somewhat at least. I owe them so much for what they've helped me through. ~ Smiling, she too then walked back inside Headquarters.

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Meanwhile, outside of a rather large cave, a white helicopter stood by itself. A large red letter on either side, stating to whom it belonged to.

Inside there were many figures walking about who had the same black uniforms on, expect for a young women, who held a different design, the only thing that was the same was the large letter R on her shirt. She also wore a huge hoodie that concealed her face.

"Well what do we have here?" Spoke the young female, smirking. In front of her stood a young boy of about thirteen years of age.

Being surprised by the sudden voice, the young boy turned around and yelled in shock, "It's Team Rocket!" He said with a bit of fear. He knew that Team Rocket could be a dangerous organization, so he knew he had to be careful.

"No doubt you must be a Pokémon Trainer."

"Th-that's right. My name is Joey! I'm here to look for the legendary Pokémon Articuno! And what are you thieves doing here?" He said, trying to sound unafraid.

Smirking wider, Sabrina spoke, "That is none of your concern. However I can sense you have strong Pokémon that can battle Articuno."

Seeing where this was going, the young Pokémon trainer yelled out, "Oh no you don't! The Pokémon I have with me have been my friends for a long time and I'm not about to let you lowlifes have them!"

Surely if other trainers had defeated Rockets before, then he should be able to too! Without hesitation he quickly threw out a Pokéball. In a bright white flash, rose a healthy and powerful looking Charizard. "Charizard flamethrower!" The attack quickly headed toward the Rockets, however using her teleportation, Sabrina dodged the attack with ease, while the grunts just barely dodged the attack.

Out of nowhere Joey's Charizard fell to the ground having been hit by a Psychic blast from Sabrina's Mr. Mime. Getting back up, Charizard charged at Mr. Mime. "Use Iron Tail!" Commanded Joey.

"Mr. Mime use Light Screen!" At this the attacks collided, however, Mr. Mime remained unharmed thanks to the shied. "Now use confusion." Sabrina's eyes glowed a red as she helped enforced her Pokémon's attack. At this Charizard was sent flying, however he quickly rebounded and under trainer command unleashed another flamethrower. Mr. Mime managed to dodge the attack, however it once again was headed straight towards Sabrina! Her body glowed a faint blue and she managed to send the attack backwards, hitting the enemy.

"What the - ? How did she do that?!" Asked Joey bewildered.

"Psychic!"

Realizing his Pokémon was just about to get hit, Joey quickly commanded his Charizard to defend itself using Iron Tail. Using this attack, it was able to send the psychic attack back towards Mr. Mime even stronger than before, hitting the psychic Pokémon head on.

"Yeah, great job Charizard!" Cheered Joey happily, thinking that attacked had finished the job. However, once the small smoke from the collision cleared, to his horror Mr. Mime had disappeared.

~ Oh no! Where did it go! I have to think of something fast! ~ Thought Joey desperately. ~ Hey, I know! ~

"Charizard, quick, use Smokescreen!" At this the Dragon Pokémon quickly unleashed the attack, filling the whole cave with a thick black smoke. On the sidelines the Rocket Grunts were coughing because of the smoke, Sabrina however, remained composed.

~ Okay, I may not know where that Mr. Mime is, but now that girl doesn't know where we are either. It should buy me enough time to plan something else. ~

All of a sudden Charizard was sent crashing unto a wall by a psychic attack, but before Joey had any time to react he felt a electric pain and surge run through his body, making him fall to his knees. Looking upwards, Joey saw in fear that he was tied up by some sort of weird small box, that shot out electric chains of sorts. Try as he might he couldn't move at all! There was no way he could summon his other Pokémon now!

Then, Joey quickly smiled remembering he still had Charizard! There was no way his beloved Pokémon would be beaten that easily! Looking over to where his Charizard was, the young trainer's heart sank as he saw it was trapped inside a colorful sort of box. And just like him, it could not find a way to escape! Both of them were hopelessly trapped!

Laughing Sabrina walked towards the poor Pokémon Trainer. "You were a fool to use Smokescreen. That was the attack I was waiting for you to use. As a psychic, I was able to easily see through the smoke and strike."

Yes, this was how Sabrina managed to knock down Charizard long enough for it to be captured, along with the help of the Grunts. (She had used her Telepathy abilities to tell them to quickly move it. And them having been sent here to capture Articuno, of course they had come prepared).

Hearing all this Joey had tears in his eyes. It just couldn't be over! Everything he worked so hard for, his friends! Gone, in a matter of minutes.

Raising up her hand, Sabrina's eye glowed red as all of Joey's Pokéballs left his waist and slolwly floated over to Sabrina, stopping in midair next to her.

"Wh-what are you going to do with them?" Asked Joey, still trying to hold back his tears.

Sabrina looked at him for a brief second and spoke, "Don't worry. I promise they will be very well taken care of." Now looking at two grunts she spoke once again, "You two. Take him and his Pokémon back to the plane. There you will make sure they don't escape. The rest of us will continue our search."

~ This young trainer does indeed have strong Pokémon. Had I not acted sooner, he would have beaten my Pokémon no doubt. They will make a good bonus for the Boss. ~ Thought Sabrina silently to herself.

And as she and the grunts now started walking through the cave once more, Sabrina continued thinking. She told him, that his Pokémon would be taken care of and she would keep that promise. She might now be in league with Team Rocket, but she was still a Gym Leader and didn't want to see any Pokémon injured or mistreated.

Being a part of this evil organization might not be the correct path, but she had to find those responsible for everything! Thinking about it made her clench her fist. And she had to admit, something inside her still did thrive for power. And that's exactly what she was gaining...

~ At this point there may be no turning back...but it'll be worth it. ~ Those were the lasts thoughts of Sabrina as she kept on walking, a smirk on her face.

A/N: And this brings to a close this ch. Hope u all enjoyed and let me know what you thought!