Chapter 51

After the golf course and the plane ride, the group is now heading to Mt. Iceat because they already have a lot of time resting and they want to finish this as quickly as possible. Ash says, "Mt. Iceat is the tallest peak in the whole Sevestar Region. On top of this mountain, we have three special buildings on top of the mountain."

Alice says, "One is the League Stadium, and it is where the League Conference and the battles take place. The second building is the Grand Festival stadium, and the final one is the Master Class Showcase building."

"Does that mean those who get all five ribbons or three Princess Keys in the Sevestar Region have to climb this mountain?" Dawn asks.

"Of course not, we also have the Cable Car system where you can just ride to the top. But if you really want some Ice Type Pokemon, battling the Totem, or having some exploration, I suggest that you climb the mountain." Ash says.

"We already have the Regice and the Eeveelution Glaceon, so I don't think there's anything new around here, right?" Bianca asks.

"That's when you're wrong. Inside the mountain... there are three Chambers that can be found if you go through the maze area." Alice says. "One leads to the White Stone of Truths, the second one leads to the Black Stone of Ideals. And finally, the last one lives in the empty shell of the original Dragon."

"You mean Kyurem, Reshiram, and Zekrom are in this f-ing cold place?" Iris yells with shock.

"Yeah, because why not? And when we mean maze, it was not that of trouble if you've gone through Twist Mountain or Mt. Coronet in the other regions. Oh, I should also mention that Mt. Lanakila and the Victory Roads of all the regions are similar to the maze as well."

"Fair enough." Paul says.

While all the Champions are heading up the mountain, Lillie, Ash, and Alice decide to walk inside the cave and they are glad that they are alone. They walk past the Paradox Machine for the Delibird and Iron Bundle, and it is then that Lillie asks the two, "So the Icicle Plate is still hidden in the mountain?"

"Yeah, it was safe. But I was surprised that the one who tried to steal it is no other than Mr. Phoenix. There is also Emerald and a new member called Actinolite. Phoenix managed to hurt Dad when he came to the region, and he also revealed to us their true intentions of the Legend Plate."


(Flashback)

"Why are you going this far to get the Legend Plate? Amethyst said that you are trying to get your hands on the plate for something that isn't evil." Ash demands.

Phoenix closes his eyes and says, "Since you showed me around this new region, I think it is time I tell you what our intentions are."

"Boss?" Emerald asks.

"We need the Legend Plate because we need Arceus' help." Phoenix says. "All of us are victims of the PLA, their judgment towards innocent and guilty people has been a serious problem. Those who are guilty were set free, while those who are innocent lost everything because of them. We tried the easiest way by asking G-men or International Police for help, but G-men arrested some of our members because of it, while the International Police were a coward that didn't do anything. We decided to take this matter into our own hands by summoning Arceus with the Legend Plate."

"But that doesn't give you the excuse to do those things in our region. You would face the judgment from Arceus first." Ash says.

"I don't care, even if we are criminals, at least we'll be able to drag another side of the party with us." Phoenix says.

After they have another battle, Phoenix lost and asks for retreat, but Emerald stayed behind and says, "You might be able to hide yourself, but I know you. Ash Ketchum, another victim of the PLA."

"So you're going to expose me to get rid of me?" Ash asks while folding his arm. Emerald says, "Nope, compared to us, you are probably the biggest victim that has the say in this whole incident. Considering how many teams you have destroyed. Unfortunately that none of the other members know your identity. And I got permission from Phoenix to leave the group. All I want to say to you is that even if you manage to destroy our team, the PLA will still harm people like us."

Then he also leaves, and now Ash and the others are thinking about what he said.

(Flashback Ends)


"And that's why I decided to talk to Mr. Goodshow about the whole thing about PLA, and now I'm the leader, after the inspection, I could finally do my own purge of the corruption." Ash says.

Then they finally reach the half of the mountain, and Gary asks, "Why are we stopping here?"

"That's because this is where the Gym is located." Alice says, "My cousin Bryce is the Gym Leader here and he specializes in Ice Type."

Then after getting into the gym, they find that everything is made of Ice. Bryce greets them and he is battling Paul, who volunteers to battle again after the match with Golly. In the end, Paul loses to Bryce, and now it's their free time to do what they want.


(Flashback)

"Now that we think about it...do we have a disguise for Ice-type?" Alice asks.

"What do you have in mind?" Ash asks.

They decide to try it out as Ash and Alice are now having grey-colored hair and light blue-colored outfits. Alice asks, "What are we going to do with this disguise?"

"I don't know, maybe our friends have ideas?" Alice suggests.

They decided to go back inside the castle to see everyone, and they realize Lillie is informed of the disguises Ash and Alice are having. When they talk about the problem, Helen asks, "Maybe you can become ice cream makers? They are good with ice."

"Or making you can try ice skating." Reisa says.

"I don't think they are good ideas..." Ash sweatdrops. "They are just hobbies instead of occupations..."

Lillie raises her hand and she says, "Well...I don't know how your disguises work, what about ice sculpturing?"

Ash and Alice widen their eyes and Ash says, "Good idea! Ice sculpturing seems a lot of fun!"

Alice says, "Especially since our house is always snowy, that will work as well!"

Eve says, "Now that you have your jobs for disguises, what about your names?"

Ash says, "We are just thinking...How about Cole and Aurora?"

"Sounds fine to me. In fact, I really like the name Aurora." Alice says.

"But there is a problem...if we are going to do ice sculpturing...how are we going to sell them?" Ash asks.

"Maybe we won't be selling them as souvenirs." Alice says. "Instead, we can use them to create a lot of things."

After a week of planning, they decide to make the first Ice House in Snowbelle City, with Wulfric's help, they manage to find a spot so that they can make their own ice house. Inside the house, they have created a lot of things made of ice, like ice target boards and ice shurikens; ice skates made with ice and its own field, and other things.

A lot of people catch wind of the ice house as they all try it out, and they are amazed to learn what ice can do inside these houses. Not to mention Ash and Alice will make it a tour as they will switch places sometimes they are seen in the Crown Tundra of the Galar Region, and there are sometimes they are seen close to Lake Acuity. Different locations have different games or items to sell, not to mention the same places do not necessarily have the same games or items. Because of the randomness, people love this kind of place.

When Ash and Alice are setting up the Ice House near the Ice Cavern in the Johto Region, they decide to make the theme Ice Fishing and Ice Restaurant. But when they are doing their business, a boy with yellow hair walks into the room and Alice gasps a little.

"Alice? You know that boy?" Ash says, with a little hint of jealousy on his face.

"His name is Bryce, he is my cousin." Alice says as she splits herself and greets the boy in her Alice form. "Bryce! Is that you?"

Bryce turns around and sees Alice, he smiles a little and says, "Alice? Is that really you? What are you doing here?"

"Checking out the Ice Houses." Alice says. "It sure has been a long time since we talk to each other."

"Well, I am surprised that you of all people will leave your house in Snowbelle City, I mean, I heard from Uncle Wulfric that you drop out of high school because of your rude classmates..." Bryce says.

Alice says. "Yeah, but I have a boyfriend now. With him by my side, I overcome a lot of hardships and now I am not the same shy and timid girl that I used to be. Not to mention, I'm already a senior in the Uva Academy, one more year and I'll get the degree."

"I was fishing with my parents, so I guess I missed the news." Bryce says, "But really? You have a boyfriend? Congratulations."

"Thanks. I guess you are here to try fishing some Magikarps or Claunchers?" Alice asks.

"I have never tried out a Fishing Rod made of ice, so I want to try this experience." Bryce says with a smile. "But you have to admit. This Ice House sure is quite crazy...Whoever thought about these things are geniuses."

"I guess so." Alice says with a smile.

"And did you say you're a senior at Uva Academy? That is the best school in Paldea." Bryce says. "I'm surprised they let you in."

"Well, my boyfriend did help me since he's also one of the alumni." Alice says.

At the same time, Cole and Aurora are watching how Bryce fish a lot of Magikarps and Claunchers from the pool, and Ash says, "He is really good at this."

"My uncle is a skilled fisherman, and he sometimes brings Bryce out to sea to fish some Pokemon." Alice says. "That's why he is good at fishing."

"Sounds like you are very close to your cousin." Ash remarks.

"Bryce was the one other than my Dad to teach me the tips for training Ice-type Pokemon." Alice says. "He really likes Ice-type Pokemon."

Ash thinks about it and says, "Then how about this, do you think you can persuade him to become the Ice-type leader of our Sevestar Region?"

"He might be able." Alice says with a smile. "I can just ask him."

Once Bryce brings the fish and shrimp to the store so that they can barbeque, the two cousins sit together for a meal. Ash also walks toward them with his Double Team and asks, "Mind if I join you guys?"

"Red!" Alice gives Ash a kiss on the cheek, which is something that Bryce is unexpected. Alice drags Ash's arm to get him to sit down on the table, and she says, "Bryce, this is Red. Red, this is Bryce, my cousin."

"It is nice to meet you." Ash shakes his hands with Bryce, and he shivers a little as Bryce's hand is really cold, must be after the fishing using the ice pole.

"Likewise, I was surprised that my youngest and timid cousin is having a boyfriend." Bryce says, "Did she give you a lot of trouble?"

"Bryce! What are you talking about?" Alice blushes in embarrassment.

"No, if anything, Alice is actually the angel that saved me from hell." Ash says, but then he realizes that Bryce doesn't have any aura, meaning that he is the cousin from Wulfric's side.

Then after discussing, they decide to find an empty space, Ash reveals himself as the person who is said to be murdering his mother, but Bryce didn't believe in the news, much to their delight. And Bryce also helps out with the region and he becomes the Ice Type Leader in the region.

(Flashback Ends)


Here is a new chapter, and now there are only four left and I hope you like it.