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Pokemon: Dating Confusion
Chapter Two: Another Guest
Misty picked up her burger, nibbling a small piece off of it. She gave Gary a dubious glance as he picked up a huge bacon wrapped burger, preparing to take a bite.
"How can you eat that?" She asked, nose wrinkling slightly.
He shrugs, grinning mischievously back at her.
"Like this Misty." He replied, taking a large mouthful of the sandwich.
Misty rolls her eyes indignantly.
"That's very repulsive Gary Oak." She informs him, her lady-like side feeling utterly disgusted.
"How else are you supposed to eat this?" He jokingly protests, holding the huge burger out for her to look at.
She gives him a look, with a competitive gleam in her eye.
"Is that a challenge Gary?" Misty replied, tossing her red hair to the side of her face.
"So, I'm guessing you accept the challenge?" He answered, leaning forward to look her in the eye.
They both stared at each other, almost as if they were waiting for the other to back down. Misty gazed into Gary's eyes intently, determination written all over her face. He wasn't affected by her look, so he merely chuckled.
"I guess that's a yes. Waiter, another Bacon Wrapped Onion Burger Special, please." He said, waving his hand toward a waiter. The man immediately rushed into the back of the restaurant, quickly coming back out and bringing on a silver, gleaming tray the large sandwich. He placed it on the middle of the table, walking to another table swiftly.
Misty eyed the sandwich, almost scrutinizingly. Her brow furrowed as she concentrated, holding up the top of the bun to better examine the insides. She bit her lip, frowning.
"Mine is bigger than yours." She said at last, placing the top bun back on the sandwich carefully.
Gary opened his mouth, ready to protest.
"How so? You're too small of a girl to eat that whole thing anyway…" He shrugged, not quite believing in his own statement but it was too late to back out now.
Her eyes flashed, and if she had been a superhero she would've had laser vision. The heated stare got Gary's attention, as she could tell by the way he shifted slightly in his seat.
"Bring it, Wanna-Be Pokemon Master." She smiled, with an air of satisfaction as she knew that would get to him.
He sent her a glare, trying to stay light-hearted but also knowing she had crossed the line.
"Let's go, Mermaid Girl." He gave her one more look before starting in on his burger.
Misty, who had been thinking of a good comeback, saw him scarfing down half his sandwich already, so she frantically made a grab for her own sandwich, taking bigger bites than were probably safe.
Gary glanced over, but as soon as he noticed his gigantic lead, he slowed down a bit, almost mocking her as he ate extremely slowly, indicating it was easy to beat her by the fact he could beat her eating at a snail's pace.
Misty shot him a fierce glare, taking another bite. She opened her mouth to say something, but as she was forming the words, the food got lodged in her throat. Her face immediately turned red as she gasped for air. She couldn't talk or breathe, so she banged her fists on the table, trying to get Gary's attention.
He looked up, his mouth forming an O once he saw she was choking. He practically jumped out of his seat, scrambling to reach her. His leg was caught in the foot of his chair, so he tripped, landing with a crash beside the choking Misty. Grabbing onto the table, he stood up, carefully untangling his leg from the wooden seat. He reached out his arm, taking her hand and pulling her up from the seat. Gary stood her up at the proper angle, then wrapped his arms around her waist and performed the Heimlech Maneuver.
Misty felt a slight thumping on her stomach. As it continued, she noticed the lodged bit of food was loosening. Her passageways started to open, and the food shot out, hitting an older man in the back of the head.
Gary sighed in relief, sitting back in his own chair across from her. He smiled, happy that she was okay. His smile turned into a frown as he noticed Misty pointing to a man, walking toward them quite briskly.
Gary could barely stop from laughing after he realized it was Professor Oak, covered with a small spray of food on his head.
"Hey Gramps, what's up?" He said, trying hard not to snicker.
Misty looked embarrassed, so she tried to help things out as the professor looked like he would explode.
"It was an accident, I was choking on my food, and Gary used the Heimlech Maneuver, which made me cough out the food. We weren't trying to hit you…" Even Misty struggled to keep the giggles at bay. The professor's face relaxed, after noticing Misty was also there.
"Ah, well, I suppose it couldn't be helped. What are you two doing here anyway?" He asked, creasing his forehead in thought.
Misty was about to tell him that Gary had taken her out to dinner when she thought better of it.
That makes it sound like a date…
She thought, then sighed. A waiter came over at that very moment, handing Gary the bill.
Gary took out his wallet, leaving the money for the food and a good-sized tip too. He set it down on the wooden table, walking over to where Misty and Professor Oak were standing.
"I'll probably head home. See you later Misty." Gary said, saluting them and walking away toward the his grandfather's lab.
Misty felt a small smile appear on her face, and she picked her arm up and waved.
"Bye Gary!" She called, loud enough for him to hear.
Gary didn't turn around, but a smile was on his own face as he walked away.
"Where are you staying tonight Misty?" Professor Oak asked the young girl.
"I think at Ash's house. His mom said we could spend a night or two." She explained to him.
"Ah. Would you like a ride?" He asked, gesturing to his car.
She nodded, walking past him to the vehicle. She waited, watching as he strode behind her and unlocked the passenger seat.
"Hop in," He said, to which she obeyed speedily.
He shut the door of the convertible, opening the one on the other side and climbing in. After they had both gotten settled, he cranked the engine, starting up his car. They traveled a few minutes in silence, when the professor decided to ask Misty a question.
"Why were you on a date with my grandson?"
Misty groaned, putting her face in her hands.
This is going to be a fun drive home.
[At Ash's House]
May gulped, squeezing her eyes tightly shut, hoping the voice didn't belong to whom she thought.
Please not him. Anyone but him.
She silently pleaded, though inside she knew it had to be him. Cautiously she glanced up, and was met with a rose in the face.
"Here, this one actually is for you." Drew said, handing it to her.
She blushed, practically springing off Cilan's lap and standing up next to Drew.
"T-thanks…" She managed to say, laughing nervously as she accepted the beautiful rose.
"Don't mention it. Consider it a congratulatory gift for finally getting a boyfriend." Drew laughed, though it was almost a forced one as he gestured to Cilan.
May's face went beet red, partially from embarrassment and also from anger. She gripped the rose tightly as she stood on her tip toes so she was taller than him.
"Now you listen a minute! He is not my boyfriend, and you are an arrogant jerk!" She snapped, getting right up in his face.
He almost sweat dropped, but caught himself just in time. Drew chuckled, pretending to be amused. He ignored the fuming May and walked past her, heading toward the other side of the kitchen where Ash and Dawn were.
"Drew! You come back here! I wasn't finished with you!' May said angrily, shaking her fists. She scowled, her brow furrowing in rage as she stomped the opposite direction, ultimately toward the door.
Drew was leaning against the wall of the kitchen, eyeing the cookies with suspicion. He didn't dare eat one of those nasty, burnt things. He sighed quietly, leaning his head back.
Dawn and Ash had watched the scene with curiosity, but decided not to get involved, personally being afraid of what would happen if they interfered.
"Hm, hey Piplup, do you want to go outside and train?" Dawn asked her Pokemon, smiling cheerfully.
The Piplup had nodded, so Dawn, looking happy, raced outside to train. The girl wasn't paying attention to the fact that Drew had also been heading toward the door to train and blow off some steam. So, cramming into him, they both tumbled toward the floor.
Luckily, May had been right there so she helped them up.
"Oh, are you okay?" She asked with concern.
Drew sat up, wincing as he rubbed his head.
"Yeah, I think I'm-"
"Not you! I meant Dawn." She said, sending him an eye roll as she helped Dawn to her feet.
Drew narrowed his eyes, about to stand when the door opened, knocking him back down.
"Paul?!" Came a chorus of voices around the room.
Paul looked around the room, surveying it carefully. He stepped over Drew, who was sprawled out on the floor.
Everyone watched him, looking astonished. Even Mrs. Ketchum was surprised he actually showed up.
As Paul glared back, they quickly looked away, pretending not to notice him.
He took a seat at the table next to Cilan and Brock, who had recently sat back down after being unable to find Iris.
May had helped Dawn to the buffet table with the half burnt cookies, and they were both chatting with each other, ignoring Drew, who had by this point stood up, and was brushing himself off near the door.
"Thanks for the help." He mutters sarcastically. No sooner had he said that than the door had opened, knocking him to the floor, again.
"Hey guys, I'm ba-" Misty stopped, looking down and seeing Drew.
"Is he okay?" She asked, looking confused and concerned.
They all shrugged, then went back to their chatting. Misty, after giving him a glance and feeling sure he was okay, stepped around him, walking over to Dawn and May.
Mrs. Ketchum suddenly walked into the middle of the room, clearing her throat. Everyone turned their heads to look at her, giving her their full attention.
"Well, I'm afraid I don't have enough space for everyone," She begins, "so Cilan and Brock, you, along with Tracey and Gary of course, will be staying at Professor Oak's tonight. I've already called and they're expecting you in a few minutes."
Cilan and Brock glanced at each other, then shrugged, standing up. They gathered up their bags, then made their way to the door, opening it and stepping out into the cold night air. It was 8 at night, so most of them would be heading to sleep soon.
"Alright, now with the rest of the sleeping arrangements. Ash and Drew, you'll be sleeping in Ash's room. There's a mattress on the floor for you Drew. Trip and Paul, you two will be sharing the guest room." Once she finished, everyone looked at their roommate.
Drew and Ash both looked like they didn't really care, but Paul and Trip were glaring daggers into each other, practically screaming, "You expect me to room with this guy?"
As Ash, Drew, Paul, and Trip walked to their respective sleeping quarters for the night, Dawn tilted her head, some blue bangs slipping out from beneath her hat.
"Where are we going to sleep?" She asked.
Mrs. Ketchum smacked her own forehead, clearly having forgotten something.
"Oh, yes. Hehe, I forgot…" She admits, then waves her hand at them to follow her.
She leads them past a hallway, it being filled with pictures of Ash and his friends. They would occasionally stop to admire the pictures, often reminiscing about their old adventures.
"We're here!" Mrs. Ketchum said, opening a door and walking down a flight of stairs. They quietly creaked, and reaching the bottom she opened another door, letting them look inside.
It had pale, rosy pink walls. There was plain white carpet on the floor, still fuzzing up as if it were new. A TV sat near one wall, and there was a huge brown couch parallel to it. They gasped, impressed.
"Wow, this place is awesome!" Dawn said, immediately jumping onto the sofa, wrapping up with a blanket she found on it.
May was about to do the same, but spied a mini fridge in the corner. Feeling her stomach rumble, she grinned, practically dancing over to it.
Misty turned to Mrs. Ketchum, smiling with gratitude.
"You sure have a nice den room." She said.
"Thank you! And if you're wondering why the walls are pink, it's because Ash used to come in here all the time when he was little. He wouldn't do anything else but watch TV. But then I painted the walls pink, got new carpet, and suddenly he never steps foot in here…" She said, smiling back at the young red head.
Misty laughed, shaking her head as she went to join her friends.
Suddenly Mrs. Ketchum smacked her forehead again.
"I forgot Iris!" She exclaimed, rushing out of the room.
The girls looked at each other, then shrugged, giggling to themselves.
May suddenly squealed, turning her head around so fast that her head looked like a red and brown blur.
"Guys, did you know there's ice cream sandwiches in here?" She asked excitedly.
Misty smirked, running over and peeking through the fridge.
"Hey, I call the lime soda!" She said, snatching a bottle of it.
May glanced at the food again.
"I call the strawberry soda then!" She said, taking a different bottle, looking pleased as she and Misty went to sit down beside Dawn on the couch.
Dawn had already sprung up, and was at the fridge in an instant. After a few minutes of searching, she held something up, beaming happily.
"Look, I found an orange soda!" She said, holding it up as if it was a trophy.
The other girls sighed, almost wishing they had found it first. As Dawn skipped back over to the them, Iris stepped in, looking around the room.
"Wow," She said, unsure if it was creepy for a den room to have pink walls or impressive.
She sat down on the floor, in front of the couch where the others were sitting.
"Mrs. Ketchum went to bed for the night." She informed them, yawning slightly herself.
Misty nodded, then suddenly grinned, looking at them deviously.
"I have an idea! Who wants to play 'Truth or Dare'?" She asked.
Iris perked up, smiling competitively.
"Count me in!" She exclaimed.
Dawn looked at May, who in turn shrugged.
"Sure," Dawn said just as May said, "Why not?"
Misty nodded, almost seriously.
"Alright, this is a free for all. This means we don't have to go in a circle, and we can ask whoever we want. No inappropriate stuff for dares or questions though." Misty told them, then looked at May.
"Truth or dare?" She asked.
"Um, truth." May replied, a bit wary of her dares.
"Okay, do you have a crush on Cilan?" The older girl asked May with an evil grin.
May blushed, starting to stutter.
"Er, um, well… m-maybe a little…" She admits in a low tone, and the girls could barely hear her answer.
"Alright, who wants to go next?" Misty asked.
"Misty, truth or dare!" May said before anyone else could answer.
Misty frowned in thought, then shrugged.
"Dare."
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