Happy new year, people! May you all have a blessed 2017 ^^ Enjoy the new chapter :)
Disclaimer: I don't own Pokemon! If I did, the seventh gen anime wouldn't look like Yokai watch.
''Meloetta'' speech
'Meloetta' thoughts
In the Pokemon center of Cerulean city, Ash and his pokemon were having a nice rest. Mt. Moon had been a little bit more challenging than they'd initially thought, proving to have stronger opponents further inside the ominous tunnels.
Eevee and Pikachu had done their absolute best though, and with a little bit of Meloetta's help, they'd soon reached the end of the cave. Ash was very pleased with Pikachu and Eevee's result, and decided to treat his Pokemon to a little feast.
''You guys were awesome today,'' he'd praised them while they were happily munching away on their food.
''Eevee, vee,'' the normal type squeaked happily. She gave Ash an affectionate nuzzle against his cheek, and resumed to devour her Pokebeans.
Pikachu, likewise, gave a happy cry of his name, while Meloetta stayed silent, and ate her food daintily. Her eyes never left Ash though, a faint blush on her cheeks as she scooted closer to the young pokemon trainer ever so slightly.
''Very subtle,'' Pikachu commented teasingly, resulting in an adorable pout from Meloetta.
''Oh, quiet you,'' she playfully remarked, giving him a raspberry before abandoning her stealthy approach. She promptly perched herself on top of Ash's shoulder while giving his cheek a kiss.
The raven haired boy didn't seem to mind, and smiled at his cute partner, her melodic humming indicating that she was having a great time.
''Tonight, I was thinking we would do something fun, before challenging the Cerulean gym tomorrow,'' Ash stated, eyeing his pokemon gleefully. ''What do you guys say?''
''Melo, mel?''
''Hm? What I had in mind? I was thinking of going for a swim, since this town's leader uses water types, after all. I heard the swimming pool is open until ten in the evening.''
Eevee yipped joyfully in approval, instantly agreeing with her trainer.
''I am going to swim with daddy,'' she sang, her cheers making Meloetta giggle and Pikachu chuckle.
''You certainly will, pipsqueak,'' Pikachu said warmly, ''And tomorrow, you'll have your first official gym leader battle—as will I.''
''Really?''
''Yes, honey,'' Meloetta cooed, nuzzling the young pokemon. ''So be ready to do your best for Ash, okay?''
''I will!'' she squeaked, jumping up and down happily.
Ash laughed at her excitement, before scooping her up and giving her cheek a gentle kiss. ''That reminds me, we will probably meet up with Misty tomorrow,'' he said enthusiastically to Meloetta and Pikachu, before switching his attention to Eevee, ''and I still have to show you to my mom as well,'' he added afterwards.
With Eevee hugged close, Ash made his way to one of the phones. After a quick dial, the screen in front of him lit up, and Delia Ketchum greeted her son.
''Ash, honey, I am so happy to see your face again,'' his mother exclaimed contentedly.
''Hi, mom,'' Ash greeted back, ''I've arrived safely into Cerulean city.''
''Eevee!''
''I'm so glad to hear that, and what an adorable little pokemon do you have with you! Is that your Eevee?''
''She is! Meloetta won her for me in a local dance competition in Pewter city.''
Delia smiled. ''Isn't Meloetta the sweetest pokemon? I understand why you like her so much, Ash.''
The raven haired boy blushed, shyly giving his response.
''Yeah, she's been a very great partner. I think she likes me too.''
''I know, dear. She's floating right behind you, making the most adorable face with her rosy cheeks.''
The legendary squeaked, alarmed that her body had betrayed her so easily. It made a fiery blush erupt on her face that didn't help her at all.
At the same time, Ash was getting flustered as well, surprised for a moment that his Meloetta had been listening to the conversation.
A giggle escaped Delia's lips. ''Are you going to challenge the gym leader soon?''
Ash recomposed himself, let Meloetta sit on his left shoulder, while Pikachu sat on his right, and answered his mom jovially.
''Yes, I'll be planning to challenge the gym tomorrow morning. First, I'll be taking my pokemon for a swim.''
''That sounds lovely, dear.'' Ash's mom nodded her head. ''Have fun, I heard Cerulean has an amazing pool.''
''I heard so too. It's going to be a lot fun for sure.''
''I see you've been taking good care of your pokemon as well. Your team is starting to look very powerful,'' Delia complimented.
''Thank you, mom! they've been training hard for the battle tomorrow. So that's why a nice relaxing swim is just what we need,'' Ash replied.
Eevee tilted her head, happily yipping her name.
''Is that really grandma on the big screen?'' she inquired.
''Yes, that is granny Ketchum,'' Pikachu snickered. Even though Delia was only twenty-nine years old, Eevee technically saw her as her grandma.
''Yay, grandma!'' she cheered.
''Oh, hello to you too, Eevee,'' Delia replied back to her happy cries.
''Will you say hi for me to Mimey and professor Oak?'' Ash asked, ''I've got to go.''
''I understand. A trainer is always busy. I'll send them your regards, and don't forget to call me occasionally.''
Delia waved happily, until the screen turned black.
Satisfied, Ash turned around, and made his preparations for a swim with his pokemon.
The pool, indeed, was gigantic. Even though it was evening, a lot of people and pokemon were still enjoying themselves thoroughly. Meloetta had decided to stay invisible for the time being. There were rumors floating around about a young trainer obtaining a legendary, and she didn't want to attract unnecessary attention to herself, or Ash.
This didn't mean she couldn't enjoy some quality time with her trainer. Ash had promised to pay for a sauna for an hour, meaning she could cuddle with him all that she wanted without anybody noticing.
''You do know Ash will only be in his swimming trousers in a sauna, right?'' Pikachu had teased, making Meloetta squeak at the mental image.
Pikachu burst out in laughter, resulting in a big splash of water which soaked the electric rodent completely.
Ash didn't even question it, and instead had his eyes focused on a wild water slide. ''Let's go in there!''
Pikachu and Eevee were quick to agree, but Meloetta kindly declined. She didn't particularly enjoy swimming a whole lot.
The raven haired trainer was a bit disappointed. But not for long as he felt two soft lips brush softly against his own. Meloetta was still invisible, so nobody saw the sweet display of affection.
''Mel mel,'' she whispered cutely in his ear.
''I understand. I'll see you in the sauna then,'' Ash whispered back, before letting go of the small legendary and joining his other two pokemon in the water slide.
Since Pikachu and Eevee were both small, they could easily fit on Ash's lap. The two pokemon hollered their lungs out, very much enjoying the slide as the water pushed the trio from the left to the right.
After a while, the end was reached, and they all laughed as they landed with a big splash.
Afterwards, they decided to swim in one of the recreational pools, playing games of tag, until they got tired.
''You sure you don't want to come to the sauna with me?'' Ash had asked for the third time. Pikachu shook his head. He didn't want to ruin this moment between Ash and Meloetta, so he had opted to look after the young Eevee.
''Pika, pikachu!''
''Okay, if you say so. Well, here's some money for ice cream. I'll be back in an hour, okay?''
Both Pokemon nodded happily, and went to one of the many ice cream stands inside the pool.
Not much later, Ash was inside the sauna, the only other occupant, Meloetta, practically sticking to him like glue. They both were sweating profusely, but Meloetta didn't care. She was hugging Ash close, her beautiful sapphire eyes twinkling like the vast ocean.
''Melo,'' she murmured, her petite body moving upwards feverishly until she was face to face with young trainer. Ash blushed as her hot breath washed over his lips. She had her hands around his neck, not hiding for a second what she truly wanted.
She closed her eyes and went in for the kill, meeting Ash's lips in a soft embrace. She had no idea how long she was there, just pressing her lips against Ash over and over again. She couldn't get enough of the boy, but her fun was rudely inerrupted when a loud explosion shook the sauna from all sides.
''What was that?'' Ash exclaimed worriedly. Soon, commotion was heard from inside the pool, until a voice from a loudspeaker spoke up. ''Ladies and gentlemen, don't worry. We, from Team Rocket, are only hear to steal your pokemon, so prepare for trouble.''
''And with this machine it'll be a lot easier, so make it double!''
Ash growled, as did Meloetta. She thought she had taught those crooks a lesson before. It seems they were a bit more tenacious than she expected.
''I know those voices,'' Ash stated angrily.
''Mel!'' Her reply was ominous, full of hatred for Team Rocket and what they did to her in the past.
Sure enough, when they opened the sauna, a big gaping hole where a machine had blown up the wall was evident, as was the big net full of pokemon Team Rocket tried to steal with them.
''We thank you for your cooperation,'' Jessie, James and Meowth sang in union.
''Hey! Give back those pokemon!'' Ash yelled loudly, getting the attention of the goons.
''It's the twerp!'' James said fearfully.
''He has a Meloetta,'' Jessie added, the memories of that pokemon still haunting her mind.
''Time to go then,'' Meowth concluded, quickly setting the machine into reverse.
''Pika!''
''Vee!''
Both Pikachu and Eevee were caught in the net too, and it was then that something snapped inside the legendary.
''What are you doing, Meowth? Hurry up!'' James stated.
''I'm going full power, but something is stopping us,'' he replied, dreading the answer.
True to his words, Meloetta's eyes were glowing dangerously bright with her massive psychic powers. She held the machine in place, quickly destroying the net with so much pressure, that it would pulverize a human being in mere seconds.
All the Pokemon were freed, while Team Rocket gulped audibly.
''You made a big mistake this time!'' Ash replied dangerously. ''Meloetta, crush that machine. Pikachu use Thundershock to finish it off.''
Both pokemon complied. Team Rocket was lucky Ash had ordered his Pikachu to use Thundershock as well, because otherwise Meloetta would've seriously injured them. Instead of being crushed, the machine exploded at the electric overload, sending the goons flying high up in the air.
''Team Rocket is blasting off again!'' they yelled, disappearing over the horizon with a twinkle.
Meloetta huffed, her rage dying down. She was sure these team Rocket grunts were going to think twice before trying to steal Ash's pokemon ever again.
''Hey everybody! It's the young man with the legendary. He saved our pokemon!'' A random woman yelled.
Soon, all the people were cheering loudly for Ash, congratulating him on a job well done. Ash replied shyly, while his Meloetta hid behind his back.
''Give the boy some space, would you?'' an authorative voice called, making the crowd disperse. In front of Ash was a well dressed man, with two officer Jenny at each side of him.
''Young man, I am the mayor of Cerulean city. What you did today was an act of bravery that shouldn't go unnoticed. You saved all of these Pokemon, so I'd like to invite you to the town hall tomorrow in the morning.''
Ash was flabbergasted for a moment, but he accepted the offer gratefully.
''Then it's settled. Make sure you bring your pokemon with you.'' He then turned his attention to the police officers. ''Officers, I expect you'll take care of the rest.''
They nodded, and went to work. The pool was soon closed, but Ash didn't mind. All his pokemon were safely at his side, and that was what mattered.
''Thank you, Meloetta,'' Ash said, kissing the legendary gingerly on her lips.
''Mel mel,'' she replied with a blush.
In no time, they were back at the pokemon center, and Ash wasted no time in finding the soft confines of his blankets, his pokemon joining him closely. Tomorrow was going to be a busy day, after all.
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~Syrup-Waffle