Authors Note:

I can't believe I haven't updated in more than a month! I don't know what happened – probably homework. Yep. Homework. To be honest, I definitely think this is better than my last one. Again, PLEASE give me suggestions on what to write next (I get lonely without your love.) This chapter was suggested by Animegirl426. So, Enjoy!

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The gang had planned to reach Anistar City that day, and for Ash to defeat the gym leader, Olympia.Serena had planned to compete in the local Pokémon Performance. Heck, even Clemont and Bonnie planned on finding something fun to do.

Rushing poor little Bonnie to the nearest Pokémon Center wasn't part of their agenda. Nope, not at all.

Yet here they all are, sitting in the waiting room of the Anistar Pokémon Center, Clemont holding a shaking Bonnie on his lap. None of them could believe they hadn't seen it earlier. The night before she had hardly eaten any of her dinner, and this morning she had slept in until eleven, even though she went to bed at seven. It wasn't until Bonnie had thrown up her breakfast that anybody checked for a fever. Now she was burning up, barely doing anything except for the occasional cough or shiver.

"C...C...Clem..." Bonnie whispered so faintly, that if the room wasn't completely silent, no one would have heard.

Looking down at his little sister, Clemont felt a wave of sympathy come over him. She looked extremely weak as she clung on to her brother for dear life, nothing like her usual energetic self. "Yes Bonnie," he whispered, "You need something?"

"N…No, It's just," the little lemon started, but then proceeded to have a coughing fit.

From where they were sitting, Serena and Ash looked at Bonnie with worry in their eyes. Serena got up from where she was sitting and took a seat by next to the two siblings. Putting an arm around each of the two, she gently spoke to Bonnie. "What is it?"

"I…I'm just wondering, will I need to get a shot?"

Across the room, Ash started laughing about the question, while Serena and Clemont chuckled and grinned. Hugging the girl tighter, Clemont reassured his little sister. "No, you'll probably only need to take some medicine. No shots, I promise."

"Ok, good!" Bonnie stuck her face into her brother's chest, holding her brother in a tight bear hug. Turning his head away from the girl, Clemont faced the others. "Bonnie's had a fear of shots since she was little. Every time we've had to go take her to a check-up of any kind, she always askes."

Serena smiled and put her hand on the little girls head. "Aww, don't worry Bonnie, I know how you feel. I used to be the same way!"

Surprised, both of the boys looked at her with confusion. "Really?" Ash asked.

"Yeah! In fact, I once hid in the Pokémon Centers bathroom when my mom told me ahead of time I was getting them. The Joy's had to unlock the door in order to get me out!"

All three of the others started cracking up so much that they nearly missed the receptionist call their names. As they all got up, Bonnie smiled for what seemed to be the first time since they got there. "You know what," she exclaimed, "I think I'm feeling better!"

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The four kids returned to their campsite in the midafternoon. The doctor at the center had diagnosed Bonnie with stomach flu, and that she would likely be in bed for the next two days. She also had given them a prescription for medicine that would need to be picked up in Anistar about an hour away.

"Why do I have to go?" Ash complained as Clemont packed a bag for Ash's trip.

"To be honest Ash, I would have gone myself, but there's no way Bonnie would let me." Clemont replied.

"Um, Clemont? You're the older sibling, remember? Plus, she's sick in bed, so what can she do?"

"Ash, if I left, Bonnie would be sure to give you and Serena hell until I got back. And trust me – her screams are the things that inhabits my nightmares."

"Okay," Ash agreed as he grabbed his bag, "But why not send Serena?"

"Simple. Serena would probably spend all of our money at the nearest coffee shop or boutique before she even reached the pharmacy."

"Fine, I'll go." Ash replied grimly before leaving the campsite and entering the woods.

Back in the girls' tent, Serena sat by next to a weak Bonnie, who was playing Fruit Greninja on her Pika-Pad. "Are you ok?" Serena asked the little girl.

"Yeah! I've almost beat my high-score!"

Serena started giggling and shook her head. "No, silly! I mean are you feeling better?"

"Oh yeah, I'm great! Haven't thrown up since this morning! Then again, I've only had breakfast."

"Which is why I'm here!" Clemont exclaimed, walking in the tent holding a bowl of chicken noodle soup.

"Super Clemont to the rescue!" Serena cheered, while Bonnie cracked up beside her.

Bonnie took the bowl from her brother and started eating the soup in large scoops. "Wow, looks like I came here just in time!" Clemont remarked. Within a minute, the bowl was empty.

Bonnie laid down in her sleeping bag and pulled the top up. "You guys are great with kids! I think you'll be awesome parents too!" she whispered to the two teens.

Both of the teenagers blushed in unison when Bonnie said that last statement. But before they could ask what she meant, she fell asleep. Slowly, the two looked at each other, then quickly faced the other direction.

Finally, Serena broke the silence. "She's right, you know. You are good with kids."

"I-I guess so," Clemont stuttered, making his face blush even harder. "B-But I think the family part was more directed towards you."

Flustered, Serena argued back. "No way! I mean, I'd be ok, but you would be a fun dad! Besides, I'd… no, forget that." Serena shook her head and turned away.

Confused, Clemont scooted closer, now completely forgetting the fact that his little sister was only a few feet away. Holding Serena's hand, he pressed forward, only caring about her forgotten statement. "What is it?"

"W-Well, to have a family you need two parents, and there's only one person I could imagine loving, but I'm afraid of asking how he feels about me."

Clemont was shocked. Never since they had met had Serena shown any signs of romance, never less admitting a crush. But he had to know. Had to know who made her blush this hard over an eight – year old's compliment. Had to know who she had probably been loving since the beginning of their journey.

Had to know if it was him. He was praying to Arceus that it was him.

"Who is he?" Clemont simply asked her. "I'm sure if you like him, he might like you back."

Both of their faces were as bright as roseli berries. Slowly, Serena closed the gap between them in a soft but passionate kiss. Clemont froze for a second, unable to make sense of the situation. But quickly, he brought his hands behind Serena, pushing her onto his lap while her hands burrowed deep into his hair, deepening the kiss. They stayed like that for a few minutes until separating, painting due to lack of oxygen.

Serena hugged Clemont in a tight embrace, resting her head on his shoulders. She brought her face to the side of his head and told him her answer.

"You."