Chapter 2: Reunion

"Oh boy," Dawn said. "It's so nice to be able to actually see Jubilife City."

"Yeah, it's supposed to be the main city in the Sinnoh region," Brock said.

"What do you think Ash? Ash?" Dawn looked back. Ash, who was usually at her side was now behind them both. Dawn sighed, realizing this was never going to end. "Ash, please, you can't keep doing this. It won't do you any good. Besides, I'm sure Pikachu will turn up eventually."

"And how do you know that?" Ash said, staring at the ground. "He could be anywhere right now."

"Well, I'm sure wherever he is, he's being taken care of," Brock said. "You shouldn't keep worrying about him, besides he always seems to find his way back."

"That is true," Ash said. He looked up with a smile on his face. "As long as we're friends, we can never be separated for too long."

"That's the spirit Ash," Dawn said. She then looked ahead and saw something running towards them. "What's that?" she said.

The next morning we got up early and left for the next nearby town. "I have a feeling they won't accept American dollar bills," I said, sighing.

"Don't they machines that can convert money?" Pikette said, making Pikachu and I fall over anime-style.

"I don't think they have those," I said, getting up. "Remember, we're in a world that doesn't revolve around technology." Pikachu just stared at me, disagreeing with that statement. "What?" I said. "When you guys are able to produce hybrid cars, then we'll consider it." Pikachu sighed, shaking his head.

We then got on top of the hill, leading into the valley. I looked ahead and saw what looked like a nearby town. "Well at least we're getting somewhere. We can then possibly head to the Pokemon Center to rest." I stopped, almost flabbergasted at what I was saying. To think almost two years ago, Pokemon was a thing in the past for me. And look at me now, standing in that same world.

Pikachu looked around and then noticed something. It looked like a group of people. He looked closer and his eyes lit up in delight, recognizing them. "PIKA PIKA!" he yelled, sprinting forward. Pikette and I were caught off guard, but ran after him.

Dawn looked closer at the fast approaching figure. "No, it couldn't be," she said. She then started laughing, recognizing him. "Ash, look."

Ash looked up and saw the figure himself. He then smiled and ran forward and yelled, "Pikachu!" as his buddy flew into his arms. He gave him a tight hug as Pikachu nuzzled Ash's cheek.

"It's good to have you back, Pikachu," Brock said, as both he and Dawn started petting him.

They then looked over as Pikette and I finally caught up with him. Taking deep breaths while having my hands on my knees, I said, "Well obviously I'm not nearly as fast as a Pikachu." I then looked up and saw the three of them staring at me. "Oh. Hi there," I said. "We haven't met but I've been taking care of Pikachu all this time.

They then gasped, hearing what I said. "Is this true, Pikachu?" Ash said, looking at Pikachu.

"Pikachu," Pikachu said, nodding.

"I must say, it's finally nice to meet you all, Ash, Dawn, and Brock," I then said.

"You... know us?" Dawn said, confused.

"Oh, well," I said, with a forced grin, "Pikachu has told me all about you. Anyway, my name is Chris," I added, shaking each of their hands. "And this is my friend, Pikette," I said, motioning towards Pikette, who was sitting on my shoulder.

"Oh it's a female Pikachu!" Dawn said, awed by Pikette. "It's so cute!"

"Well, thank you," Pikette said, causing all three of them to just stare at them.

"Oh yeah, I almost forgot to tell you, she can use telepathy to talk," I said.

"A Pikachu that can use telepathy. That's rather unusual," Brock said.

Pikette then jumped into Dawn's arms and Dawn started to pet her. Pikette then looked at me, "Oh yes, I definitely like her."

"So how did you end up finding Pikachu?" Ash asked me.

"Well, it's a long story but I can tell you along the way. I'm assuming you're heading to Jubilife City as well?" I said.

"Yes!" Dawn said, "We decided to head there to check out all the cool things."

"Very well then," I said, and we all headed towards the town. I then explained the events which we all had endured, except certain ones, especially what happened at the facility. I didn't want to upset Pikachu at all.

"So let me get this straight," Brock said. "You're not from this world? And there's other worlds connecting to this one?"

"Well...," I said, not exactly the expert here, "That was what Pikette told me. She's from a different world as well."

"And trust me, it's much different than you think," Pikette said.

"Ash, those portals must be the same as the one that Pikachu got swept in," Dawn said.

"Yeah," Ash said. "But what does it mean?"

"I don't know," I said, "I have a feeling there's more to this then we know."

Once we had gotten into the city, we headed towards the Pokemon Center. What I noticed was this city was rather technology-based. I could feel Pikachu's gaze on me and knew I would have to hear about this later. "Wow, this place is incredible," Ash said.

"I've never seen so many computers in one area," Dawn said, looking at the buildings.

"Apparently Jubilife City is known as the most technologically advanced cities in the whole Sinnoh region," Brock said, reading from the manual.

We had finally reached the Pokemon Center, and Ash, Dawn, and Brock got out their Pokeballs and gave them to Nurse Joy so they could be checked up on. While waiting, Ash and Brock went to the cafeteria to get some food, while Dawn, Pikette, and I stayed in the lobby. While Pikette sat on my lap, I was checking on my cell phone, seeing if maybe I could get anything.

I then noticed that Dawn had sit down right next to me. "What's that?" she asked, looking at my cell phone.

I smiled, "Well, to put it simple, it's a computer, phone and mp3 player all in one." I let her look at it.

She seemed rather fascinated by it. "Wow, this is definitely something new," she said. "Most of the newest stuff we have doesn't compare to this." She then tried to get on the Internet. She then frowned, "There's no connection."

I laughed. "Well, I don't think it's used to this kind of technology," I said, my hand behind my head.

Dawn looked at me for a second. "I have to admit, he seems rather cute. Looks cute as well," she thought while turning away, blushing. Pikette had heard all what she had said, and only smiled while still lying in my lap.

Soon, Ash and Brock had returned and they all got their Pokeballs. We then decided to explore the city a little bit. One of the places Dawn really wanted to check out was the Pokétch Company headquarters, seeing what they had new to offer. Needless to say, she ended up getting an updated version of the Pokétch she had.

We then checked out the Global Trade Station, where trainers could actually trade their Pokemon all over the planet. Very impressive in my opinion.

It was getting near lunch time, and since Ash and Brock had already eaten, Brock decided to make lunch for Dawn and I as well as the Pokemon. As soon as it was ready, Ash, Dawn, and Brock all brought out their Pokemon.

"Oh, I almost forgot," Ash said. "Everyone, I'd like you to meet our newest friend, Pikette."

Pikette was surprised by the number of Pokemon in front of her. But she then smiled, greeting them all in response. After that, everyone started to dig in.

"I must say Brock, Pikachu wasn't lying when he said the food you make is amazing," I said.

"Well, it's just all part of a secret recipe," Brock said with a smile.

Pikette was sitting next to Pikachu, eating her food. "Wow, compared to what I usually had to eat, this is amazing!"

"Why must you always be like that?" I asked, groaning.

"I'm a girl, what more could you expect from me?" she said, with an innocent smile.

I sighed, while Dawn was giggling. It was then when Buneary noticed Pikette with her head on Pikachu's shoulder. She then felt jealousy and went up to her. "Bun bun buneary," she said towards Pikette.

Pikette looked at her and then looked at Pikachu. "So this was the Buneary you were talking about?" she said. Buneary then got in her face, with flames in her eyes, saying something which then upset Pikette. "Why you-!" she said and then they stared at each other in anger. Pikachu quickly tried getting between them to stop, trying to, although nervously with a sweatdrop appearing on the side of his face, break out the quarrel. It was me and Dawn that ended up breaking them up.

"Now stop that," Dawn said towards Buneary. "You're more mature than that."

"Look, it's best if you don't try to get into any fights," I said to Pikette.

Ash and Brock, however, stared at the whole scene in confusion. "Um, did we miss something here?"

"I should probably tell you later," I said, a bit embarrassed.

(A/N: Yay, Ash and Pikachu are reunited once again. Before I forget to say this, I would just like to let everyone know that I personally find each of the characters older than what the show says. I mean come on, I couldn't most of the things they've done at 10. Trust me on that. So, you can argue whatever you want, but I'm considering Ash about 17, Dawn 16, and Brock somewhere between 19-20. Anyway, I hope you enjoyed this chapter and due to some recent findings, the plot in this story might be altered a bit, but not changed. I realized pretty much what the 12th movie's storyline is going to be like, and I want to go along with it, although I'm sure it would be different anyway. So, hopefully I won't get screwed over for doing that, and I might either have two plots put together or separately, I'll have to think about it. Thanks once again.)

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