Chapter 19: Charizard's Sorrow
On his way back to Saffron city Kenneth is now accompanied by Leah. On their way a Pokémon trainer named Jake has challenged Kenneth to a match. Leah volunteers to be referee. "Go Machoke" Jake sends out his Pokémon. "This might be perfect opportunity to test my newly caught Tauros". "Tauros I chooses you" Kenneth sends out his Pokémon. Jake laughs and says "A normal type against fighting type. You got some kind of a death wish or something or you didn't do your homework". "Kenneth what are you doing?" Leah asked. "I have made my decision and I am sticking with Tauros" Kenneth said with confidence. "Well, if you say so. Let the battle begin" Leah said.
"Then I will go first Machoke use karate shop" Jake ordered. Machoke lands a direct hit on Tauros's head. Tauros shakes its head and stands like nothing has happened. "Now it's our turn Tauros takedown" Kenneth said. Tauros charges towards Machoke with full force and sends it back. "Now Tauros use another take down" Kenneth said. "Machoke grab Tauros's horn" Jake said. Machoke stops Tauros's take down. "Machoke use low kick" Jake ordered. Machoke's low kick trips Tauros. "Now Machoke use karate chop" Jake ordered. Machoke jumps up and uses karate chop. "Tauros get up and dodge" Kenneth pleads. Before Machoke could land a hit Tauros gets up and takes a step back to dodge it. "Now it's time to retaliate use take down" Kenneth said. Tauros charges towards Machoke this time its head is low. Just like before Machoke grabs its horns. "You think that same attack would work on me again" Jake smirked. "Now Tauros send it flying" Kenneth smiled. Tauros head butts (not actual head butt move) Machoke sending it flying then it lands few feet's away. "Now finish it off with stomps" Kenneth said. Tauros launches it legs high enough and lands direct hit witch knocks it out.
"Machoke is unable to battle Tauros wins which means victory goes to Kenneth" Leah announced. Kenneth runs towards Tauros and pats it and says "well done Tauros". "Moo" Tauros nods. "Machoke you did your best now take some rest" Jake withdraws his Pokémon. He smiles and forwards his hand. Kenneth smiles and shakes his hand.
After traveling for few hours it's almost getting dark. Kenneth looks at Leah and says "We should set a camp before it gets dark". Leah nods. "Want to see my Pokémon?" Kenneth asked as he removes all his poke balls and tosses them in air. He walks beside Tauros and says "everyone say hello to your new friend. Everyone gathers around Tauros to welcome it except Charizard. Kenneth walks towards Charizard and says "you don't want to welcome your new friend". Charizard looks away. "Oh wow those are some cool Pokémon you have. I also have a Pikachu" Leah said. Leah sends out her Pokémon "Pikachu, Sandslash, Clefairy, Vulpix, Vaporeon, and Dragonair come out". "Whoa they look cool and strong" Kenneth said. Kenneth's Pikachu and Leah's Pikachu shakes their hands. "Looks like those two are getting along" Kenneth said.
Few hours later Leah walks towards Kenneth. She says "Is you're Charizard going to be okay? He didn't eat food". "I don't know what's wrong with him" Kenneth said. Kenneth and Leah sit near camp fire. After few minutes of awkward silence Kenneth clears his throat. "So, how did you meet your Dragonair" Kenneth asked. "My dad gave it to me when it was Dratini. He is a safari zone ranger. He also has a powerful Dragonite" Leah said. Kenneth's jaw drops "Really? Your dad has a Dragonite I would like to have battle with him". "Let's go to sleep it's getting late" Kenneth said to Leah. They both and there Pokémon go to sleep.
In midnight Charizard wakes up he looks around and sees everyone is asleep. He looks up in the sky. It was a full moon day and the sky was clear. He looks at his trainer and then flies away. Few minutes later Kenneth wakes up. He slowly opens his eyes and looks around. He notices that Charizard is missing. He gets up and looks around. "Leah, hey Leah, wake up" Kenneth wakes her up. She slowly gets up and says "is it morning yet? Kenneth what's wrong". "Charizard is missing I will go after him". "Wait I will also come". "I appreciate your help but I need you to stay here and keep an eye on my Pokémon". "Okay I will stay" She nods. Kenneth runs into woods to search Charizard. After few minutes looking for Charizard. Kenneth spots him sitting on a cliff looking at sky.
"Hey Charizard what is wrong with you?" Kenneth asked. Charizard looks away. "Is there something wrong with me"? Kenneth asked. Charizard looks at him "Rahoo". He points at his poke ball and shows heart sign. Then points at himself and shakes his head. "You are saying that I am ignoring you" Kenneth to which Charizard nod. "I know that I haven't using you in battles but there is a reason. I want to give Haunter, Snorlax, Lapras and Tauros some experience in battle. But you hold special place in my heart. You are not only my Pokémon and starter but you are my best friend. And I don't want to rely on you because in league I want everyone to be strong. I am not ignoring you Charizard. I have also not forgotten about Raticate and Graveler. I know there will be a time I will need your help. So you with me together we will become strongest". A tear drops roll from Charizard's eye he apologizes. "No need to apologize and don't cry" Kenneth told to Charizard and wipes his tears. "Let's go back Leah must be worried. Charizard points to his back. "You want me to sit on your back?" Kenneth asked. Charizard nods
The next day in morning Kenneth and Leah return there Pokémon in their balls and they hit the road towards Saffron city.
Hello everyone I am sorry I posted the same chapter again. I didn't did it in purpose again I am sorry. Anyway thank you for reading my story and getting me thousand views. Thank you SuperJuiceWizard for your tips. One last thing I am going to take break from writing because I don't get time. Don't worry I will make a comeback. So thank you and Sorry peace out