Chapter 11:
"I'm going to be a big sister Pikachu, Sylveon isn't that great?!" Kelli asks her parents Pokemon her excitement clearly evident on
her face as Pikachu and Sylveon answered their trainers daughter;
Pika.. Pikachu..
eon... Sylveon...
This sight brought a smile to Ash and Serena's face as they watched their daughter excitingly play with their Pokemon. In fact Ash was so captivated with this sight he didn't even notice Serena taking his hand in hers until she started to squeeze his hand. Which made Ash's attention shift to Serena as she continued watching their daughter. Ash then began gazing at his wife, he knew Serena better than anyone in the world so he could tell that she was relieved... relieved that she didn't have to keep this secret anymore and relieved that now she could finally relax... A sentiment that was reinforced as Ash felt Serena rest her head on his shoulder. An action which brought yet another smile to the Alola champions face as he rested his head on Serena's her short honey blonde hair tickling his face as he did so. The young parent's "moment " was soon interrupted as they heard their daughter calling to them;
"Mama... Papa...!?" Kelli's question immediately ended Ash and Serena's moment as their attention turned to the Honey Blond girl standing in front of them as they slowly responded together; "Yes sweetie...!?" A long moment of silence filled the living room of the Ketchum household as Ash and Serena's daughter finally asked her parents one more question; "Mama I'm curious am I going to have a baby brother or sister?" Kelli's question shocked her parents especially considering Ash and Serena didn't even know yet but, Serena being the creative person and performer she is quickly came up with a solution. "You really want to know don't you Kelli?" before getting up from the couch with Ash to walk over to her, as Kelli answered her mother with a nod of her head. Seeing Kelli reaction made Serena giggle as she placed her hands on Kelli's shoulders before whispering to her; "Well you know what we performers say the surprise is the best part of the show" This made Kelli sigh with disappointment but she trusted her mother and knew that she wouldn't disappoint her as she nodded in agreement with Serena. As the room began to fill with the noise of the families grandfather clock as it struck four o clock. Which reminded the Ketchum family that they were
supposed to head off to Alain and Marian's for dinner.
Realizing this Ash got up from the couch before telling Kelli that she needed to get ready to go which was responded to with a nod as she walked out of the family room and up to her upstairs bedroom. Once Kelli was gone Ash brushed a strand of Serena's hair around her
ear before whispering to her; "That was awesome how you handled that Serena!" Ash's complement made Serena's face glow bright red as she returned the compliment by thanking Ash and kissing his cheek as the young couple walked towards their bedroom to get ready to leave as well. After about twenty minutes Kelli came running downstairs wearing her yellow Poke ball dress which was covered by her chocolate brown jacket which she left open to show off the fabric of her favorite yellow dress which was accented by the bright pink hair clips holding her honey blonde hair in place. followed by her parents.
Ash was wearing his favorite electric blue jacket with white and black accents and tan dress shorts; however he didn't wear a cap this time as Serena wouldn't allow it and speaking of Serena she finally started walking down the stairs wearing a pink sundress with a red blazer jacket over that and, just like Ash she didn't wear her favorite hat everyone ready to go Ash, Serena and, Kelli walked across the parlor of their home and outside into the warm Alola night. The Ketchum family then made the short walk down the road to Marian and Alain's home. Where they were greeted by Alain and Marian who where standing on their front porch Alain was wearing a black dress shirt with matching pants while Marian was wearing a red blazer which complemented her hair. Marian and Alain anxiously motioned for their friends to come inside their home where their daughter Sarah was waiting. Once Kelli entered Alain and Marian's home she was greeted by her new firend who excitingly grabbed Kelli's hand before leading her upstairs to play while their parents got comfortable in the living room while they waited for dinner to be ready.
After several minutes of discussion they four adults where interrupted by a timer which signaled that dinner was ready. Hearing the timer go off Marian quickly got up to pull dinner out of the oven but Serena also got up as she offered to help. An idea that Marian rejected not just because Serena was a guest but also because Marian knew Serena was pregnant too. However Serena insisted so Marian decided to accept
Serena's help with a smile as the two ladies walked into the kitchen leaving Ash and Alain alone to discuss the latest battles being showcased in the Alola region.
Once inside the kitchen Marian and Serena worked together to get their dinner finished. As Serena stood at the island sitting in the middle of the kitchen to start making the salad up; Marian walked over to the corner of her kitchen to pull the ham out of the oven. as Marian was doing this she couldn't help but ask Serena; "So Serena do you know if you are having a boy or girl?"
Now Marian had her back to Serena as she was completing her task, but not only did Marian not hear a response from Serena she also heard the clanking of the salad bowl. Which made the red haired trainer worry about her friend. So Marian decided to turn away from the oven for a minute to make sure Serena was okay. That's when Marian saw Serena standing there with a thousand yard stare. Which caused Marian to call Serena's name again; hearing her name did cause Serena to come back to reality as she nods no to Marian before explaining to her;
"no I'm supposed to go to that appointment tomorrow but..." Serena cut herself off before finishing her thought leaving Marian there to speculate what her friend was thinking about.
Once again the kitchen went quiet as Marian realized she might know exactly what Serena was thinking; "Let me guess Serena you want to be surprised about what your having but the doctor is of course required to tell you?" Serena was shocked at what Marian said it was almost like she read her mind. Not knowing what to say Serena just whispered; "yeah" while Marian on the other hand had returned her attention to pulling the ham out of the oven but had heard Serena's response replies to her; "You know Serena me and Alain went through the same thing with Sarah..." Marian's revelation stunned Serena, she wouldn't have expected Marian to feel that way but, she did and once Marian had pulled the ham out of the oven she used her left foot to close the oven door as she walked back to the island so she could resume her conversation with Serena. "You know Serena you could do what me and Alain did." Serena was confused by what Marian said but at the same time was curious to hear her friends idea.
"What did you two do Marian?" Serena's question caused the red haired trainer to blush as she told her; "Well when I was at that checkup I asked the doctor to tell Alain what we were having outside of the room that way the doctor performed his responsibility to inform us but at the same time let me have the surprise of finding out whether we were having a boy or girl." Marian's response intrigued Serena as the performer began to think to herself; "That's genius..." "I'm sure Ash would do that for me after all he'd do anything for me just like I'd do anything for him." Marian was pleased to see her suggestion return a smile to her friends face as Serena finally broke the silence; "That's a great idea Marian thank you so much" As Serena reached over to hug her friend. which caused the girls to laugh before returning to their respective tasks and after ten more minutes of preparation the two ladies began carrying trays of food out to the dinning room.
Alain and Marian's dinning room wasn't anything too special just a large room painted red with a large oak dinning table in the center of the room surrounded by eight chairs. with two buffets set underneath the two windows and on the other end of the room was a white marble mantle. After three trips back and forth from the kitchen all of their dinner was finally set out on the table. The two young women took in the sight for a few seconds before giving each other a high five as Marian called out to everyone that "Dinner was ready!"
Hearing Marian and Serena's call Kelli and Sarah came charging in the room followed by Ash and Alain who where taking in the sights and smells of their wife's cooking; but it didn't take long for everyone to have a seat and start eating. As everyone continued to eat Alain and Marian couldn't help but stare in some awe but mostly shock as they sat across from their friends. They where in shock because they were watching Serena eat more than Ash; which was understandable since she was pregnant and thus eating for two but it was still something they weren't exactly used to seeing.
After about an hour everyone had finished eating; Serena noticed the time and realized it was getting late; the performer turned to Ash and nudged him. Which made Ash realize it as well. Serena then looked to Alain and Marian to not only thank them for a wonderful meal but that since Serena had a doctors appointment in the morning they really needed to get going. Alain and Marian understanding the circumstances thanked them for coming as Ash and Serena got up to heads towards the door. once in the foyer of their friends home Ash called for Kelli telling her that it was time to go. After a few minutes Ash and Serena saw Kelli and Sarah running down the stairs. Kelli was reluctant to leave with her parents though because she wanted to continue playing with Sarah.
It was right about then Marian came walking into the foyer of her home where this was going on. Marian had a suggestion for this as she walked over to Ash and Serena and told them since Serena needed to go to the doctor tomorrow; her and Alain would look after Kelli. This idea was clearly supported by the two girls as Kelli walked to Serena and begged her mother to let her come back tomorrow; "Please Mommy!"
Serena couldn't help but smile at her little girl as she turned to Ash who nodded before saying okay and thanking Marian. This caused excitement to take over the two little girls before; The Ketchum's walked out the door of their friends home and into the warm night, with Marian wishing Serena luck and telling Kelli that she'd see her tomorrow.
The Following Morning:
Dawn begun to break over Mele Mele island as the sun light peeking through the blinds of their room woke Ash, Serena and Pikachu up. but not before Ash and Serena rolled over to look at each others faces bringing smiles to both of them as they got up and ready for the day. It was a big day for the young couple who would soon be finding out whether their second child would be a boy or girl. not a word was spoken as Serena got up and walked into the bathroom to get ready for her doctors appointment while Ash went to wake up their daughter Kelli to get her ready to go to Alain and Marian's.
Ash slowly walked towards Kelli's room with Pikachu tip toeing right behind him and once he was at his daughters bedroom door the two gave a light knock before opening the door where Kelli was already up and dressed and making her bed."Wow you're really moving this morning sweetie!" Ash whispered which caught the honey blonde girls attention as she turned to face her father with her auburn eyes. Before responding; "I'm just excited for today I guess." Ash didn't say anything at first he just continued smiling at his daughter before asking her if
she was ready to go.
Kelli answered her father with a nod as she walked with her father to the foyer of her home. Once at their front door Ash yelled out to Serena so she could hear him; "I'm taking Kelli over to Alain and Marian's sweetie I'll be right back" to which Serena responded by yelling back; "Alright; Kelli have fun."
Kelli then responded by yelling out; "Okay good luck mama I love you." as Ash opened the door for Kelli as they walked outside; unaware that Kelli's words brought a smile to Serena's face as she continued to get ready to go to the doctor. Ash shortly returned from walking Kelli over next door and was greeted by the sight of Serena sitting on their gliding rocker that sat on their front porch. once Ash returned their driver brought their car around to drive the young couple into the cities hospital.
Ash and Serena weren't even inside five minutes before the doctor called Serena back to the examining room where the doctor examined both Serena and her unborn child as Ash sat in the corner to support Serena soon after the doctor was done he washed his hands before taking a seat next to Serena to give her the news; "Well Mrs. Ketchum, everything for you and the baby looks very good!"
The doctors news brought a smile to Serena's face as she looked to Ash who smiled back at her." A few seconds went by before the doctor continued to speak again;
"So Mr. and Mrs. Ketchum it looks like you'll be expecting a..." before that last word escaped her doctors mouth Serena cut him off by asking him if he could tell Ash outside?"
This made the doctor grow curious as Serena explained that she wanted it to be a surprise." The doctor could sense the seriousness in her voice and understood Serena's wish so he complied with her wishes as he got up to escort Ash out of the exam room and down to the end of the hallway. Satisfied that Serena couldn't hear them the doctor looked to Ash and told him; "Congratulations you and Serena will be having a baby boy."
A/N:
And there we have it Ash and Serena will soon be expecting a little boy! :)
Sorry this chapter took so long everyone the last few months had been crazy but now that things have settled down I do plan on updating with a bit more frequency. Anyway I hope you enjoyed and stay tuned to see whats next for the Ketchum family!
And with that Templars74 signing off have a great day everyone and I'll Talk to you all next time Goodbye everyone. :)