The previous chapter was just a flashback... Now in this chapter continues the adventure Red had started since that first chapter. (Phew. An author's job sure isn't as easy as it looks. Takes quite a loadful of imagination.) Note: Some of this story's plot was inspired & sort-of based off the games.

Our hero, Red, along with his only partner, Pikachu, ventured towards the outskirts of Pallette Town, their hometown, and headed up north to ViridianGrove City, the city of evergreen. After about 10 minutes, they finally arrived. (Whoo. That was fast.)

"[A beautiful city that is enveloped in green year-round.] Hmm. Name says it all, huh, Pika?"

Red can't seem to see any valuable spots here. Well, that's coz Red's previous school IS here. So it's like Red already knew alla bout the city. But it weren't the same this time 'coz previously he can't get access to other parts of the city, for example the gym and the routes up north & west. Those who can only access it are those who are licensed as 'Pokemon Trainers'.

"Hmm. Wonder what i'll do next..."

"Grandpa! Oh, man, what are you doing there...?"

A loud complain was heard nearby. Red seemed to notice the voice and it seemed kinda familiar to him, too. Then he followed it, and lead him into a road leading to Route 2.

"Hey, Pika, isn't that the girl from Prof's Lab? Um... Gale! That's right, her name's Gale."

"Grandpa... You are such a stubborn-head."

"What seemed to be the problem... miss?"

Gale turned around and saw the boy in which he remembered instantly.

"Oh..You're that other Pokedex Owner, right? Um... Red?" She said smiling & happy.

"Haha. Yeah-p (yehp).. So, what seems to be happening here?"

"Get away from here! None shall pass, ya all here? *cough*" An old man lying on the road shouting. He seemed drunk, Red thought.

"Oh, Gramps. Um, Red, he's just cranky & grumpy due to lack of coffee. He just needs his evening drink & he's ready to 'go'. Hahaha."

"Oh... okay." Red said with a sweat. Pika did so too.

Afterwards; it was nighttime. Around 7:00pm. Red & Gale left the scene & strolled in the city.

"So, what brings you here, Red?"

"Oh. Actually, I've decided i'm going to begin my journey right now. And it just so happens i've passed by this here city. How about you?"

"Um, actually, i live here. Well, i temporarily live here. That grumpy grandpa was a family friend."

"Is that so...? I thought he was your grandpa. Hahaha."

"Haha.. Well, anyway, it's getting late. Where will you stay for the night? And have you eaten dinner already?"

"Huh? *tummy growls* Um... No. Haha.. Never thought of that."

Gale blushed all of a sudden. "Well... If you don't have a place to stay..." Hands crossed and put on legs. "You could, um..."

Just then Red's just-fixed-Pokegear in his wrist rang. Answered;

"Hello?" "Red? This is Oak. Professor Oak." "Yes, what is it, Professor?" Gale moaned in insatisfaction.

"Would you mind picking up my parcel there in the PokeMart by Viridian? Gray already left. And you're the only..."

"Of course, Professor. Gladly. I also kinda left something in my room. Gotta fetch it, as well. ...Kay. Bye, Prof." *click*

Red turned to Gale. "Well, guess I'll be going then. Gotta deliver a parcel back at the Lab. So, thanks for the tour... Gale. Bye."

"Um... Bye, Red. You're... W-Welcome." Gale blushed while raising her left hand.

Then Red dashed along with Pika to the PokeMart just ahead..

Aaww... Too close, Gale. What will be the outcome of this back-n-forth adventure? Stay tuned~!