Chapter 24!

Guest(abi): I had fun writing that scene with Gary and Leaf and Red xD I would go to Japan :D

MelodyGirl239: That random quote 3 The boys are oblivious xD

Takashi2019: I think you spelled it right xD Poor Gary indeed!

Sakura Touko: Red may kill Gary in chapters to come xD

Meliaantiqua: The trade didn't go through, so Gary is screwed xD OldRival day was fun~ I may crash the moon xD

EEVEEpokemonDEDENNEdragonair24: I feel like I made Drew somewhat heartless for a bit xD Poor Gary though, Red is angry

Fallingarcher22: Red's face xD I'm happy you loved it :D

Warrior of Hope: Brendan gets no love :D Good! Poor Drew tho xD

Thanks for the reviews guys! :D!

Ash's Pov (October 7th)

I kind of feel bad for Gary right now.

"Ash! Save me!" He cried, running past me with Red on his tail. Red has chased him non-stop since yesterday, even waiting till the boy woke up and left his room to begin chasing him again. I raised a brow, seeing Gary jump over a table, Red pushing it out of the way to get to the brunette. Leaf was watching, eating popcorn while Pichu cheered Red on. Gold sat next to her, laughing at Gary, "Kill him Red!" He yelled. I sweat dropped.

"What is going on here..?" Misty mumbled, looking at me. "Hey Mist! Well, I'm sure you got the pictures?" She nodded, "Yeah, Red isn't happy that Gary touched Leaf, so now he wants to kill him." She shook her head, seeing Leaf and Gold eating popcorn. "I can't believe she is going to let Gary be killed by her father." Misty joked. I nodded, moving out of the way as Gary ran past me. "Anyways, as amusing as it is watching Gary run away from Red, I was wondering if you wanted to spend time together.. You know, hang out?" She said, smiling. I nodded.

We turned, walking away from the crazy people we call friends. Pikachu and Azurill talked happily, "So, what do you want to do?" She seemed to be thinking, tilting her head, "Honestly, I don't know. I guess we could just hang out.." She didn't think this through well, did she? "You know, we could always battle!" She rolled her eyes, "All you ever think about is battling." She mumbled. Battling is fun! I walked ahead, leaving Misty to catch up with me. I could smell something delicious! Misty glared at me when she finally caught up.

"Ash! It's just cake!" She yelled angrily. I ignored her. I'm hungry!

Pikachu shook his head, grabbing two pretzels from the counter and running off, handing Azurill one. I rolled my eyes, paying for the food and walking away. "Ash, you eat too much. That cake isn't even worth it!" She's just jealous! I took a bite, my smirk fading. "Oh Arceus this is disgusting!" I cried, throwing it in the trash. "Told you it isn't good." She giggled. I should have listened to her..

"Hey Ash!" I turned, Melody standing there with a big smile on her face. I was on guard though. Ever since the battle with Brendan, we realized that we have been glared at a lot from Melody's group. I'm not about to be humiliated by her, "I wanted to talk to you!" She said, tilting her head innocently. Misty growled, pushing her away. "Ash isn't stupid. He isn't going to go with you." Melody looked hurt, and I felt slightly guilty, but I knew I couldn't trust her.

"Fine then. Stay by the whiny girl's side. I just had something important to tell you." She sneered at me and Misty. I glared at her, "If anyone is whiny, its you." She stared at me with wide eyes, before snarling and stomping off. "I thought you were going to go with her.. Like last time." Misty commented. I stared in surprise, before frowning, "I said I was sorry for that a long time ago!" She rolled her eyes, though I could see the small smile on her face. "I know, I just got worried though." Oh..

"So Ash, I was thinking, maybe we could.." Misty trailed off, raising a brow. She nudged me, pointing towards two familiar people. I looked, my jaw nearly dropping.

Dawn and Lucas.

Kissing.

I nearly choked as I tried to form words, but the only thing I could even say was, "HUH?!" Misty looked at me in confusion.

"Ash? Are you okay?" I shook my head, pulling her inside a building. I dragged her until I found a bench, the both of us sitting down. "Ash, what is this about?!" She exclaimed, panting. This is not supposed to be happening, "Misty! Dawn can't be Lucas! I had plans, and this is ruining them! We can't let them be together! Don't you see how horrible this is?!" Misty's eyes darkened, before she asked something that shocked me.

"Do you like Dawn?"

No! "As a friend, yes. I had plans to get her with Paul! I like someone else.." I mumbled the last part, feeling embarrassed. Misty nodded, seeming relieved for some reason. "It doesn't seem like Paul likes her though, so why does it matter? Ash, you can't force them.." I know he likes her. Its obvious! "Misty! We can't let them go out!" I cried. Why didn't she understand?!

"Ash, I understand what you are saying. However, what if she likes Lucas? She was kissing him back, don't deny it. We can't do anything now." I stayed quiet. We really couldn't do much. Though, we could try to ruin it! "Misty! We can ruin their relationship!" She stared at me like I was crazy, "Ash, that would mean making Dawn upset. You are on your own." She got up, about to leave when I grabbed her wrist, "What do you mean?! Don't you want to see her with Paul as well?" She didn't answer, pulling her arm out of my grasp. "Ash," She finally said, "I do want to see her with Paul, because I'm sure they both like each other. Right now, however, Dawn seems to want to be with Lucas. I'll ask her why she kissed Lucas, but that is all I'm doing for you now." I reluctantly nodded, watching her leave.

I can't let Dawn be with Lucas! It is like putting butter on pizza, even though I never tried that but I don't want to! Paul likes Dawn, I know he does, and I can't let Dawn be with Lucas. If she is with Lucas, Paul will be lonely and heartbroken!

I'll have to do everything I can to stop them from being together, that way she can be with Paul!

Dawn's Pov

Oh.

My.

Arceus.

I can't believe Lucas just kissed me! I.. I don't like him! I pushed the blue haired boy away, staring at him with disgust, "Why did you push me Dawn?!" Ash and Misty saw it to! They must think I like Lucas! No, this is bad! I quickly ran in the direction of Ash and Misty, hoping they were still in the store. I suddenly bumped into the red-head, "Dawn! Are you okay?!" I shook my head frantically, "No, I'm not okay! I didn't want to kiss Lucas at all! He forced it.." She pulled me into a hug, sighing. "Ash was right, huh?" I looked up in confusement. "Ash said you didn't like Lucas, that you like Paul." I stayed quiet.

I don't know how I feel about Paul right now..

I like him, but at the same time, I dislike him. He is so rude sometimes, and treats me bad. He never listens to me, and always criticizes me! Yet, at the same time, he has been there for me a whole bunch. He protected me from everyone. My feelings are a mess right now, "Dawn?" Misty said worriedly. I smiled, "Sorry, I was lost in thought.." She nodded in understanding, sighing. "You are confused about your feelings as well?" Was Misty in love as well? She seemed to have realized what she said, because she smiled nervously. "Hehe, just ignore that.." I could tell she was scared, most likely because of me. She knows I'll force her to tell me sooner or later.

"Okay then.." I said, smirking lightly. She rolled her eyes.

"Well, what are we going to do about Lucas then? I'm thinking something along the lines of destroying him!" She sweat dropped, "Dawn, I don't want to get kicked off the island. We are just lucky that we didn't get ponts taken away from Drew and Brendan's death battle." I pouted, but nodded. I didn't want to get kicked off the island either, "Well then, what will we do?" I mumbled. "What is there to do? You told him how you feel about him, right?" I nodded, "Okay then. Problem solved! He'll leave you alone." I wanted to see a battle to the death though..

"I guess you are right, though I think you should tell Ash not to do anything.." Her eyes widened, and she quickly made her way towards the boy, wherever he was. I turned around, eyes widening as Leaf stood there with her phone. "Hey Leaf!" A smirk was directed at me. She showed me her pokegear, and I paled, "Leaf! Delete that picture of me and Lucas right now!" I screeched.

I tried to grab her phone, but she dodged with ease, sending out Charizard and flying off. I sent out Togekiss, growling and chasing after her. "Get back here Leaf!" Now I feel her pain. Maybe I shouldn't have stalked her and Gary..

Charizard suddenly spiralled downwards, Leaf smirking as she held on. I rolled my eyes, trying to catch up to the girl. It was a tough flight to her though, because the wind was hitting my face hard. People from below looked up in surprise and confusement as we passed by like a blur. Togekiss pushed herself to catch up to the surprisingly fast Charizard, finally managing to. "Leaf! Give me your phone!" She patted her Charizard's neck, the huge Pokémon flying higher before flipping over. I shrieked as she flew above me, hanging down. She waved the phone teasingly, and I tried to grab it.

Charizard roared, making me shriek in surprise. Leaf's shoulders shook, as if she was laughing. Charizard's tail lightly pushed Togekiss, but that was all it took to make Togekiss spiral out of the air. "I'm going to die!" I yelled, flying off of the Pokémon. Why wasn't Leaf doing anything?! I closed my eyes, waiting for the impact.

I hit the ground.. Softly though.

I opened my eyes, hearing a groan from underneath me. Paul. "Oh my god Paul! I'm so sorry!" I cried. He glared, pushing me off and standing up, "My leg. Why the hell did you fall from the sky?!" He growled. A huge shadow came into view, and I pointed up, "Leaf. I was chasing her, and she knocked me out of the sky." He raised a brow as he looked up, Leaf waving with a smirk. "Of course, though I'm guessing she got revenge on you or something?" How did he know?

"Yup! She got a picture of me kissing Luca-" Shit. Paul's eyes widened, before he looked away. I don't know why I got so nervous though, "Oh. Why aren't you with him then? I've got better things to do than here about your little.. kiss." He clenched his teeth, and I frowned. "Are you okay?" I asked, reaching out towards him. "I'm fine troublesome. Leave me alone." He started to walk away, seeming very angry.

Leaf's Charizard slammed down in front of him, Paul jumping in shock. I raised a brow as Leaf frantically pointed to Paul. Oh! She wants me to fix this before it gets worse, "Paul! Wait!" I ran forward, yelping as Leaf pushed me. Paul had turned around at that moment, and one thought came to mind.

You are dead Leaf.

My lips pushed against Paul's, our eyes widening as we fell. Charizard roared with laughter as Leaf took pictures.

People were whistling, and some were taking pictures. I sent a glare at Leaf, who smirked and got back on her Charizard. With a wave, she flew off. I quickly got off of him, "I'm so sorry Paul! Please forgive me! I should go.." I ran off before he could stop me, May looking at me worriedly as I ran past her. I quickly ran into the dorm rooms, going to mine as fast as possible. I couldn't believe that happened!

What if someone saw me kissing Lucas as well?!

Sorry it is short! Next one will be long, hopefully..

Poll ends in two days guys! Or not, I dunno xD

-Pichu