Ash had Charizard land directly in front of a log cabin beside Mt. Quena which drew the attention of its residents. Two individuals stepped out. One was a woman with green hair and the other was a fit male with black hair that showed hints of graying. "Ash! Is that really you?" the woman said stepping forward. Ash walked forward and grasped her hand. "In the flesh and blood. How have you been Luna?" The man stepped forward next and took Ash's hand. "It's been too long Ash, I hope your journey is going well!" "Actually, in title I am a Pokémon Master and you're right Cullen, it has been too long." Luna and Cullen looked at him in surprise. "Really now? So what brings you back to Mt. Quena?" Ash looked back at Latias and motioned her forward. He looked around before continuing. "My friend and I here need to contact our old friend. All we need is some climbing gear and we'll be on our way."
Luna and Cullen looked at each other and nodded. "Come on in and have something to drink first. You must have traveled pretty far to get here." "Ash, who are these people?" Ash returned Charizard to his Pokéball and led her inside. "Like I said before. They're old friends. I met them on my journey through Johto. Actually, we only met once, but it was quite the adventure. I'll tell you the rest when we get to the top of Mt. Quena." Ash sat down at the round wooden table with Latias who seemed nervous. "Ash, I can sense a very strong psychic force. Are you sure it's safe to be here?" Ash looked at her and smiled. "It's alright. His powers may be incredibly strong, but his aura is that of a friend." Latias was about to ask who he was, but was interrupted by Luna who had set down some tea. Ash looked around. "Where did Cullen go?" Luna sighed. "He's conducting research on the water. We've yet to create a perfect copy in a lab." Ash looked disappointed in this news. "That's too bad. That water could benefit a lot of people and Pokémon." "Our thoughts exactly, but let's get to the point." She walked over to the wall and grabbed two sets of gear and set them on the table. "I don't know why you want to climb to the top. The lake is down below remember? It's nearly impossible to get in though, but I can sense you have a plan." Ash nodded his head in the direction of Latias. "I want to show her the top. I plan on telling her everything that happened that day."
"I don't think he'll be too happy about that, plus how do even know he's here? I thought he left to find his own place to live peacefully?" Luna asked concerned. "There's no need to worry about her Luna. He'll let it slide when he sees for himself." Luna looked at both of them before she sighed in defeat. "Alright, fine, I won't argue the point any further. Just make sure you bring the gear back. The stuff isn't exactly free." Ash picked up the gear, thanked Luna, and headed outside. Latias looked at the gear questionably. "Are we really going to climb it?" "Pfft, no. I just wanted a reason to visit them. It's been a while since I last saw them. I want you to teleport us up there." Latias looked up at the top of the mountain. "It's been awhile since I last used Teleport, but I'll try my best." Latias turned back into her Lati form and her eyes began glowing blue. "Grab on to me tightly. Otherwise you'll be sent somewhere else." Ash locked his fingers in with her claws causing her to blush a bit. They both radiated blue for a few seconds before disappearing. They reappeared in the middle of Mt. Quena. Ash opened his eyes and saw Latias gasp at the barren landscape. "W-What happened here?!" "That's what I plan on telling you."
{Author's Note: Phew! Barely got this one up today! I didn't have any trouble typing it, I just happened to oversleep during my nap! Enjoy!]