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Tobias peered up at the large crowd above him, waving and smiling. He enjoyed the attention he received ever since he beat Cynthia Shirona and claimed Sinnoh's champion title, but have been bored with the lack of competition.
Finally, I get a worthy opponent. He thought, excitement running through him. Cheers erupted as Ash came into the stadium with two Pikachus on his shoulders, all waving their hands at the now huge numbers of fans screaming Ash's name, as well as his old friends.
Tobias and Ash took their stands, and gave their thumbs up to the judge. Ash peered into Tobia's hardened eyes as the judge gave the signal to begin, knowing that this was going to be a tough challenge.
"This is a 6on6 battle between Champion Tobias Atrum and Ash Ketchum with no substitutions !"
"Go Darkrai," The legendary pokemon appeared gracefully on the battlefield, emitting a dark aura.
"So he went with his main.. Lucario take it down!" The dog like Pokemon landed equally as graceful as his opponent, ready for orders.
"That's a big type advantage," Dawn exclaimed, "Lucario's attacks are super effective while Darkrai's attack are two times as ineffective since Lucario is both steel and fight!"
"Don't be too sure Dawn, Tobias isn't the League Champion for nothing," Max said, looking nervous. Ash may be strong after training for six years but he hasn't been the only one that has been.
"Darkrai, Dark Void," Tobias ordered as the creature launched dark ball-like projectiles at Lucario, who dodged it skillfully without command. However, it was hit with another wave that was skillfully placed, as if Darkrai knew Lucario would dodge it at first.
"Shit," Ash cursed, looking helplessly at his drowsy Pokemon who was fighting to stay awake.
"Now Dream Eater,"
Ash grimaced at Lucario's cries of pain as Darkrai fed on its nightmares. Leaf and the group looked worriedly at Ash, fearful of the now even more powerful legendary Pokemon.
Wake up Lucario, now. Ash ordered, and to his relief the aura Pokemon responded with a forceful determination to stay awake.
Close your eyes, try to let the aura surround you to block off the bad dreams.
Lucario did as he was told, and with a great effort he became gradually more and more awake.
Tobias raised an eyebrow in surprise as the jackal Pokemon rose up and opened his eyes.
Extremespeed followed with Close Combat, Ash said in his aura.
The Aura Pokemon rushed at Darkrai who looked equally as surprised as its trainer; no one has broken through Dark Void that quickly. Lucario made contact with his fist as it continued to attack the Pitch-Black Pokemon.
The long haired Champion looked a bit uneasy, as he knew all of Darkrai's moves would be ineffective against the fight-steel duo.
"Dark Void again!"
Double Team now.
A stream of Lucarios surrounded Darkrai, who fired its attack in all direction, though none contacted.
Now Aura Sphere, Ash ordered triumphantly, and grew full of excitement as the blue ball of energy collided with its target.
"Darkrai is unable to battle! Lucario is the victor!"
Screams and cheers erupted from all around the stadium, amazed how Tobia's main pokemon was taken down so easily. However, unnoticed by Ash, Tobias's surprised gaze turned to a sly smile.
Good job Lucario, Ash commended proudly, patting Lucario on his back. The Aura Pokemon smiled, proud too of beating a legendary Pokemon. Mew and Pikachu both cheered happily for Lucario who blushed a bit embarrassed at all the attention.
"Take the battlefield, Heatran," Tobias murmured throwing out a Pokeball. Ash was a bit surprised at another legendary Pokemon, but he expected as much.
"Heatran vs Lucario begin!"
"Earthquake."
Dodge it! Ash commanded but the attack came too quick and hit Lucario who grimaced in pain.
"Now Magna Storm."
A huge plume of lava fired from Heatran's mouth and collided with Lucario, who again failed to dodge.
"That Heatran's attacks are too quick for Lucario to react!" Brock exclaimed, now seeing why Tobias had been so calm after his Darkrai had been defeated. The Champion knew challengers thought that Darkrai was his main due to its power (and physical likeness to its trainer), but he had Pokemon equally as strong in his roster.
"Lucario is unable to battle. Heatran is the winner!"
Ash gritted his teeth; he somewhat knew that Tobias wasn't going to fall so easily. Calming himself, the raven-haired boy returned Lucario and sent out Vaporeon.
"There's that strong Vaporeon!" May said excited.
"It's so cute!" Misty gushed, amazed at the beautiful sheer color of the Eevee evolution. Max slapped his face and swore to himself he would stay single for the rest of his life.
"Vaporeon vs. Heatran begin!"
"Start things off with a Surf Vaporeon!" Ash yelled. A huge wave rose up against Heatran and made its way down.
"Dodge it." Tobias ordered, still holding a calm face though there was a type advantage. His opponent stared in shock as Heatran jumped skillfully on a wall and evaded the attack.
"Sunny Day now!"
The crowd covered their eyes as the sun grew extremely bright, radiating heat. Ash wiped his sweat as the heat had started to make him feel dizzy.
"Vaporeon cool us down with Rain Dance!"
"Not going to happen. Solarbeam now."
Before Vaporeon could react it was hit with a highly powered Solarbeam and fell helplessly on the ground, fainted.
"Vaporeon is unable to battle! Heatran is the winner!" The judge panted due to the heat, but regained himself after the Sunny Day effect disappeared.
The crowd stared in awe; the Heatran had just taken out two of Ash's Pokemon, and it was turning out to be just like six years ago for the raven haired boy. Ash wiped more sweat from his head and pulled his cap down, thinking of new strategies. Tobias merely looked more and more excited, hoping that Ash would reveal his secret Pokemon. He had no clue however that the secret Pokemon was already in his view.
"Tyranitar finish it!" The great armored beast appeared menacingly, even making Heatran take a step back.
"Tyranitar vs. Heatran begin!"
"Heatran Agility than Iron Head!" Tobias quickly said to its Pokemon. The Lava Pokemon rushed with a fast speed at Tyranitar, its head flashing.
"Dodge and grab its two horns!" Ash ordered and smiled as Tyranitar edged to the side and grabbed the ear like perpendicular projectiles on Heatran's head.
"Get out of the grasp Heatran," The long haired Champion ordered, looking worried for once. However, Tyranitar's grasp remained firm as Heatran squirmed and kicked. Tobias couldn't help but be awed by the sheer power of Tyranitar; it had to be one of Ash's top Pokemon.
"Now Seismic Toss it into the ground!" Heatran groaned in pain as it collided into the grassy ground, creating a huge crater.
"Earthquake while you're still in the air!"
Tyranitar hit the ground with a huge force, finally KOing its opponent.
"Heatran is unable to battle. Tyranitar is the winner!"
Tobias murmured a small thanks to his Pokemon as he returned Heatran. Sighing, he recollected that he should have been more careful with physical attacks on such a powerful Pokemon. Max, May, Brock, Misty, Leaf, Barry and Dawn all cheered; now the Pokemon remaining was even.
"Go Articuno!"
The legendary bird shrieked as it appeared, making Ash groan. Another legendary. Now Mew's entrance would be short lived.
"Articuno vs. Tyranitar. Begin!"
"Articuno, use Ice Beam," Tobias ordered. The bird fired a stream of ice towards Tyranitar, who dodged it with a snort.
"Hit that oversized bird with Stone Edge," Ash commanded and watched as sharp rocks were hurled at the Ice Pokemon.
"Freeze the stones with another Ice Beam."
Another Ice Beam was fired, and the stones dropped harmlessly to the ground.
"Now use Hurricane!"
A huge hurricane began to form by Articuno's wings, and was sent flying at Tyranitar. Ash, seeing that there was no room for dodging, ordered Tyranitar to brace it. He looked on nervously as the hurricane passed through Tyranitar who didn't seem like he was affected. However once the dust cleared a dazed Pokemon stood barely, tipping left and right.
"That isn't good, Tyranitar is confused!" Brock whispered to the group.
"Come on Tyranitar snap out of it!" Ash cried helplessly.
"Steel Wing let's go," Tobias ordered, slightly smirking at his advantage. Articuno flew swiftly at the Armored Pokemon and hit it dead on, leaving a fainted Tyranitar behind.
"Tyranitar is unable to battle! Articuno is the winner! Since one trainer has lost three of his Pokemon there will be a short five minute break until the next battle!"
Ash stared down on the ground, a blank expression on his face. He then started to grin. The next battle was going to be interesting.
"Yes, yes I do want him back. Thank you Professor." Ash hanged up the video call and picked up the Pokeball from the Poke Transmitter and replaced it with another on his belt.
Time for my trump card, Ash thought mischievously and hurried quickly back to the arena, as the match was just about to resume. Tobias stopped from his drink and chat with his fangirls as Ash came in, and walked calmly back to his area.
"The championship battle between the Champion and challenger Ash Ketchum will now resume!"
Screamed the judge, causing a roar of excitement from the impatient crowd.
"Articuno resume battle," said Tobias as he threw out the Pokeball.
"My old friend, let's go!" Ash shouted and threw his Pokeball. His friends grasped a wave of nostalgia as they stared at Ash's longtime friend and Pokemon, Charizard. The great lizard gave a menacing roar, and gave Ash a cheerful nod. It has been a while since the trainer had used one of his strongest Pokemon ever, and he was looking forward to battle, especially since his opponent was a Articuno. Charizard had faced an Articuno before against Noland of the Battle Factory, and made a narrow victory.
"Charizard vs. Articuno begin!"
"Begin by flying up high!" Tobias grinned knowing that this was going to be an interesting aerial battle. Ash grinned back and ordered Charizard to do the same.
"Agility and then follow it up with Aerial Ace," Tobias ordered. The ice legendary dashed at an astonishing speed at Charizard with its body tense and ready to attack.
"Wait for it Charizard...Now! Grab Articuno's wings!" Ash commanded, and Charizard obeyed immediately grabbing onto Articuno's wings.
"That trick won't work again; harden your wings into Steel Wing and shake loose with another Aerial Ace!" Tobias answered with a strong, sharp voice that Articuno obeyed immediately, throwing Charizard down towards the ground. However the strong lizard managed to restore its balance and calmly hovered a few feet off the ground, staring and waiting for Articuno's next move.
"Double Team go!"
Immediately a group of Charizards surrounded the Ice Legendary, all looking equally as menacing.
"Blast Burn," Ash shouted, smirking at his trapped opponent; Articuno wouldn't be able to evade an attack of that caliber.
"Articuno, Protect!"
The bird Pokemon surrounded itself with a green shield and sheltered itself from the massive fire Charizard had released from its mouth.
"That was a reckless move by Ash.." Brock observed, taking notice of Tobias's wide smile. "Blast Burn is a powerful attack but Charizard needs to recharge itself before it can move again."
"I'm sure Ash has a trick up his sleeve. Don't underestimate him Brock!" Max defended, he could not and will not believe that his new idol would lose. However, Max was wrong. The veteran trainer had planned to take Articuno down in one move but did not take into account of a possible use of Protect.
"Now Sheer Cold," Tobias ordered, taking advantage of Ash's mistake. Articuno responded with a huge wave of wind and snow at Charizard.
"Flamethrower!" Ash cried. He could not lose one of his strongest Pokemon this early. After all that training and all the hard work, had he amounted to nothing? His hopes were renewed by a familiar fire attack that blasted through the cold and hit the surprised Ice-Flying Legendary. Tobias stared in shock; no Pokemon could have been able to recharge so fast to avoid an attack of that level!
Looks like I have underestimated Ash Ketchum again.. Tobias thought to himself while contemplating his next move. A sound of a falling bird distracted his thoughts however, and he sighed when he realised that Articuno has fallen.
"Yeah! You go Ash!" Misty yelled, glad that Brock's assumption didn't come true. Max, May, Dawn, Barry and Leaf all gave their respective smiles of encouragement and respect to Ash who blushed slightly at all the attention.
"Well there you have it folks! Our challenger Ash Ketchum has managed to defeat another one of our Champion's Pokemon bringing them to both three Pokemon left! Will the Champion Tobias send out his next Pokemon?"
"Nice job Ash, but you won't be so lucky this time," Tobias commended, throwing out another Pokeball. A cobalt colored mudfish like Pokemon appeared onto the stadium, easily recognized by Brock.
"Meet my old partner, Swampert!"
"Well what a surprise folks, it seems like the Champion doesn't only have legendary Pokemon at his disposal!" The announcer boomed, interrupting the silence as everyone admired the shiny coat and strong looking Swampert Tobias had.
"I planned to use him as a last resort, but you're putting up quite a challenge," Tobias smiled, showing a little teeth that made Ash growl under his breath. His legendaries were weaker than his starter?
Impossible, legendaries are legendary for a reason; they're meant to be stronger than normal Pokemon. Ash thought, waving the intimidation off. However he could not shake off the strange, strong aura from the beast; even Charizard stood back a bit.
"Let's go Charizard, we can beat up this fish."
Charizard responded with a roar and stomped.
"Don't get too cocky," Tobias warned smirking making Ash even more frustrated.
"Give him a cool Dragonbreath," Ash ordered. A purple fire was quickly discharged from the great lizard's mouth, and sped to Swampert like a bullet.
"Dodge it."
Tobias' opponent gaped as he saw Swampert dodge it with ease at a speed that might have even surpassed a Rapidash.
"Hydro Pump Swampert," Tobias ordered. The water stream hit Charizard dead on, who had little to no time to react, nevertheless Ash did. Max pulled down his glasses to make sure that he was seeing right. The water had sped so fast that he only registered the stream for one second.
"What kind of attack was that?" Dawn asked speechless. Piplup had never used a water attack with such speed before; she must learn its secrets. It could prove beneficial to her Pokemon Contests anyways.
"He ordered Hydro Pump but I only saw a small stream of water," Leaf replied. She took out her Pokedex and quickly did a search for Hydro Pump.
"It says here that the average Hydro Pump goes at around 60 km/hr, but I doubt that was around 60.."
Barry barged into the conversation, an excited look on his face.
"That was awesome! Empoleon needs to learn how to do it like that!"
"Sit down Barry, we're here to cheer on Ash, not some overrated champion that's roster is full of uber legendaries," Gary muttered shoving the boy back into his seat.
"Doooo I sense jealousy?" Barry asked and made an ack sound as the annoyed Gary punched him in the gut.
"Allow me to explain Ash," Tobias started, noticing Ash's confused look and Charizard's cries of pain, "I developed Swampert's Hydro Pump to become more pressurized, meaning more compact, so it fires at a quicker speed. Therefore it hurts more."
"He's clearly mocking Ash," Brock murmured, growing a bit angry at Tobias' arrogance and snobby behavior.
"Kick his ass Ash!" Max screamed, causing people as well as Tobias and Ash to look over at the language. May muffled Max's mouth before he could say more, and gave Ash a nervous smile.
"Charizard you okay?"
Ash sighed in relief as the lizard grunted and stood confidently in his place. So Tobias also had the strategy of condensing beams to make them more powerful.
"Sunny Day now!"
"Cancel it out with Rain Dance," Tobias countered. The raven haired boy gritted his teeth as rain began to fall and cover the field.
"Sunny Day again!" Ash ordered.
"Due to repeated ordering of weather the stadium's roof will now be closed." The announcer suddenly interrupted. In the VIP viewing platform Cynthia covered her face with her hand and sighed.
"Ash has clearly not read the rules through; Tobias is really getting to him,"
"I really don't like Tobias' attitude right now, I hope Ash really does kick his ass," Lance responded without turning his head to look at the former Sinnoh champion, startling Cynthia slightly with his straight up truth. She shortly bursted into laughter however, she too did not very much like the champion. He was becoming too stuck up and prideful just because he owned five legendaries. Sure he was a good trainer, but a champion should be modest and humble, which is the complete opposite of Tobias. The two resumed to watch the suspenseful match, wishing the challenger the best of luck.
"Finish this with a Hydro Cannon fully pressurized," Tobias commanded. Again Charizard nor Ash could barely react before the Hydro Cannon made contact with its target. Ash's Pokemon was quickly blasted and collided with a nearby wall. Ash stared hopelessly at the smoke and rubble, and felt his heart drop as he realized Charizard had fainted.
"Charizard is unable to battle, Swampert is the winner!" The crowd shook itself from its trance and began to cheer for the champion again.
"Well here's his record, looks like he has been with Swampert for over ten years," Gary said making a low whistle as he scrolled through Tobias' profile on his mini laptop. Swampert and Tobias were long time veterans, having more than two times more experience than Ash.
"Well that explains his super powerful Swampert," May muttered, knowing that Ash's situation now was not good.
"And it explains why he has all those legendaries, Swampert must be his strongest Pokemon!" Brock exclaimed. It was unbelievable that a starter could be trained to be stronger than a Legendary.
"You ready buddy?" Ash smiled as Pikachu gave him a cheeky grin and jumped off his shoulders, running onto the field.
"Ah, starter versus starter, this will be interesting," Tobias observed. Pikachu gave Tobias the most confident look he could muster, ready to win.
"Just like old times Pikachu... let's go!"
"Did Ash forget that Swampert is part Ground type too?" Max asked astonished at Ash's choice of Pikachu, who was an Electric type.
"I'm sure he has it covered," May reassured, though was not very sure also.
"Pikachu vs. Swampert begin!"
"Let's start things off with a little Earthquake Swampert," Tobias ordered.
"Tail maneuver!" Ash shouted. Tobias raised his eyebrow as Pikachu balanced on the tip of his tail, avoiding the powerful Earthquake tremor.
"Impressive, but not enough. Earth Power now!"
Swampert unleashed his second attack at the still balanced Pikachu who took the full impact of the attack. Ash grimaced as Pikachu cried its name in pain, crashing to the ground.
"Pikachu are you alright?" He asked, and felt his heart wrench as his partner stood up just barely holding on, bruises covering Pikachu's body. Everyone in the stadium immediately began to take pity on the small electric rodent whom's victory seemed hopeless against the more powerful and stronger looking Swampert. However, Pikachu was just as stubborn to win as Ash was and slowly shook off his pain, staring confidently at Tobias. Ash felt a glint of hope out of the hopeless situation, and murmured Pikachu a quiet command that Tobias couldn't hear.
"Finish this now with a quick Mud Shot!" Tobias commanded mercilessly; the champion could almost taste his sweet victory. He could not lose to this amateur trainer, he could not lose at all; he had always won. However, his victory did not come. Instead grass flew towards Swampert, clutched its feet, and slammed it to the ground, making it cry in pain.
"What the hell was that?" Tobias asked in disbelief, causing a few murmurs of confusion across the stadium. A Pikachu learning a Grass Move was very rare, if not almost impossible.
"I worked with Pikachu on learning Grass Knot; I knew that it would prove useful to face a Pokemon like your Swampert. Don't get so cocky," Ash smirked as Tobias's clenched his fist and teeth, clearly annoyed at hearing his words getting spit back at him.
"Atta boy Ash!" Gary cried smiling widely, "Grass does four times the damage than normal because Swampert is both Water and Ground!"
"Get up and show them your Water Gun," Tobias ordered hastily. His Pokemon responded with a short grunt and shot a quick jet of water at the yellow mouse.
"Double Team Pikachu," Ash responded, and sighed briefly as Pikachu managed to avoid the attack just barely.
"A basic Ash tactic," Brock said grinning, finally relieved that his old friend was gaining the upper hand. "Predictable but effective."
"Grass Knot again, Pikachu!" Ash ordered feeling his control of the match grow. He felt more and more victorious as the vines made contact with its target, causing massive damage. Tobias grew more and more uncomfortable with the situation, shifting uneasily on his feet, contemplating his next move.
"Swampert show them that move," He muttered sounding defeated, though very suspicious. The tired mud fish Pokemon responded with a pound on the ground and a fissure was created. The tremor destroyed Pikachu's Double Team mirages as well as hitting Pikachu who fainted on the spot. Ash couldn't help but feel the sheer power of the attack, knowing that he had lost another Pokemon. However both Tobias and Ash's eyes widened as Swampert fell down as well.
"Oh will you look at that both Pokemon has fainted!"
"Well that was quite impressive from Ash's Pikachu; it managed to take down Swampert with it even though it fainted as well," Brock commended, knowing that Swampert was immune to all electric type attacks.
Oh well, at least I still have two Pokemon left, Tobias thought to himself, but was clearly disappointed to lose to an electric rodent when he clearly had the upper hand.
I underestimated this kid again, He thought growling inside.
Ash grinned noticing Tobias's anxiousness and frustration. He was not the only one with a "last resort" Pokemon.
You ready Mew? Ash asked through telepathy. He heard a faint mew sound from the back of his head and chuckled.
"Ash is still at a major disadvantage only has one Pokemon left, and I can bet that Tobias still has two strong legendaries left in his roster," Barry pointed out while Gary nodded, seeing his logic.
"Ash can do it," Leaf interrupted sharply startling Barry, Gary and Dawn by her abruptness. The brunette reassured them with a smile. "I know he will."
"Well here in a few moments the final results will be revealed! Will Ash the challenger with only one Pokemon manage to win or will the reigning Champion retain his title and throne?" The announcer asked and caused a roar of encouragement to both sides from every area of the stadium.
"Now will both trainers send their next Pokemon onto the field?"
"Finish this Moltres," Tobias shouted throwing Moltres's Pokeball into the air. The Fire Bird Pokemon drifted majestically to the battlefield.
"What a surprise, another legendary," Gary said rolling his eyes making Dawn giggle a bit.
"Moltres huh? Come on out Mew!" Ash smiled as people froze in their place, some dropped their popcorn and hotdogs, some took out their camera and video cameras immediately and some cleared their eyes again and again to make sure they weren't dreaming. Everywhere around the world there were shouts of surprise and calls to their friends to make sure they knew of the appearance of Mew.
"I knew that he had Mew prior to the match but just seeing it in person is magnificent!" Professor Oak exclaimed back in his lab with Tracey and Delia and the rest of the Ketchums. The town had planned a get together party and all watch the finals on Oak's massive television in his lounge room. They were still all genuinely surprised and delighted that the Professor decided to come back for the party instead of viewing the match in person.
"That's my Ash!" Delia said with a bright face while Mr. Mime cheered in the background.
"Amazing! Mew has such a perfect figure and majestic aura! It will be such a great sketch," Tracey said excitedly, scrambling for his sketchpad.
Back at the stadium's VIP room Cynthia and Lance could barely contain their shock and excitement. Ash Ketchum had captured one the rarest and most sought out Pokemon in the world, not to mention one of the strongest Legendary. An impossible feat had been accomplished.
"Well, let's see how Tobias does now," Lance said smirking at the champion's face of disbelief.
"Unbelievable, just unbelievable," Cynthia murmured to herself. She herself had been fascinated with Mew every since she was a child and thought it was cute Pokemon, which she declared was going to be one of her own one day. However her efforts to search for the Pokemon lead to no avails since there were no clues or paths to it. But now here it was, making her dream come partially, if almost true.
"W-Well it looks like we have a surprising appearance of a Mew in our stadium. Our challenger Ash Ketchum must be truly talented if he caught such a Legendary!" The announcer boomed, regaining his composure.
"Wow! A Mew! Ash4ever!" Max screamed in delight. May tried to keep him down but couldn't help but feel excitement and proud of Ash's accomplishments. Brock and Gary both shared a look and grinned, knowing that this was the Ash they knew; he always got a surprise for everyone in every hopeless situation he comes across. Barry and Dawn both couldn't keep their eyes off the flying New Species Pokemon, who was delighted by all the attention. Leaf just gave Ash a wide smile and a silent wave as he stared back at his friends.
"Mew vs. Moltres begin!"
"Moltres Flamethrower!" Tobias ordered quickly, not wasting any time. Mew may be a legendary and widely known as one of the strongest guardians, but he would not lose his title to anything. However his actions failed to help him at all as Moltres began to float down to the ground and froze in its place.
"What? Moltres what are you doing? Attack!" Tobias shouted confused at his Pokemon's actions; it was not like them to disobey him. He soon realized why though as Moltres bowed its head down in respect.
"Well would you look at that folks it looks like Moltres refuses to fight Mew! If it does not attack in a minute it will be an immediate forfeit for Tobias!"
Ash was stunned by Moltres's reaction to Mew, but he knew that the pink feline had a lot of power over the Kanto legendary birds.
"Come on Moltres!" Tobias cried helplessly as his Pokemon refused to budge. Ash couldn't help but feel a bit disappointed that his competition already was going to forfeit. It was quite interesting though to see Moltres and Mew strike up a conversation that sounded friendly and important at the same time.
"And Tobias's Pokemon forfeits! Will the champion send out his last and remaining Pokemon to decide the rest of fate?"
Ash's friends and the entire stadium bursted into cheers of awe for Mew winning with just intimidating.
"Finish this Latios," Tobias muttered, frustrated and embarrassed by his Moltres's refusal to fight Mew. The Eon Pokemon appeared gracefully onto the field ready to battle its opponent. It was stunned to realized that its opponent was Mew.
"Latios show them your Agility," Tobias ordered. He was relieved that Latios followed his orders and regained a little confidence. He could not let Ash win yet.
"Mew, Double Team," Ash ordered; immediately a huge group of Mews surrounded the flying Latios who came to a stop, looking around nervously. Tobias silently cursed at this overused strategy.
"Luster Purge all of them!" He ordered recklessly. One by one, the mirages started to disappear by each attack, however none of them landed on Mew.
"Mew teleport behind Latios."
Tobias eyes widened as Mew teleported behind his Pokemon giggling.
"Nasty Plot then Dark Pulse," Ash ordered. Mew immediately responded and closed its eyes, emitting a dark aura from its head.
"Attack with Dragon Pulse now!" Tobias shouted, thanking Ash for his mistake of backstabbing Latios. Latios was the best at taking people from his back. But it wasn't a mistake. Mew teleported again behind Latios, and this time its eyes were open.
"Nice job Mew! Attack!"
The Dark Pulse hit its target dead on, boosted by Nasty Plot's stat raises. Tobias fell onto his knees when he realized his Pokemon had been defeated with one move, as well as his champion title.
"And Latios has fainted! The winner of the Sinnoh Lily of the Valley Conference and the Championship title is none other than Ash Ketchum from Pallet Town!" The announcer cried causing an uproar of approval and cheers from the audience.
Ash was grinning ear to ear as he was handed the trophy, proud of himself to beat Tobias, proud of his Pokemon team, and most of all, proud of fulfilling a dream that he thought had been impossible.
"The new champion shall now make his victory speech," The president of the Pokemon League, Mr. Goodshow announced. Ash was a little surprised at this sudden announcement of a speech; he was never good at talking to mass crowds, nor had he had any warning of a 'speech'. He could hardly hide his nervousness as he took the microphone from the smiling president.
"Er..Hi?" He said, causing a burst of laughter across the stadium at his meekness. Ash cleared
his throat as his face turned redder and redder.
"Well, as you can see I'm not very good at speeches," He started, causing another wave of laughter. Ash paused for a moment, feeling a new surge of confidence pass through him.
"But I am honored to be here to battle here for your viewing pleasure. I didn't expect that I would make it this far, to be able to beat Tobias, who literally destroyed me a few years ago."
Another bursts of chuckles and smiles from the audience, Ash even caught a faint smile from Tobias as he clutched his runner up trophy.
I especially wouldn't have been able to make it this far without the support of my friends," Ash proclaimed as he motioned towards Max, May, Gary, Brock, Misty, Dawn, Barry and Leaf, who were all standing to get a good view of Ash. A camera soon zoomed in at them, making the girls blush as they realized were on television.
"But I also wouldn't have been able to be here if it weren't for the support of the Sinnoh fans! Thank you Sinnoh for your hospitality throughout this tournament. I look forward to next year's tournament!" He finished, feeling relieved that he got the phobia out of way. A roar of approval and cheers erupted from the stadium after his speech, making Ash feel even more proud as he stepped down from the podium. Mew was still hovering by him, being blinded by the cameras, though was still enjoying the attention. However, the news reporters and media still proved to be an annoyance as Ash and Mew tried to make their way through the crowd to the exit.
"I'm sorry but I'm going to have to ask you all to leave," A familiar voice boomed clearly as annoyed as Ash. The new champion looked up and saw Lance who gave him a slight nod of acknowledgement. He also saw Cynthia, who gave him a quick wave and wink as the two Pokemon Committee members tried to push the reporters and media out. Ash mouthed them a quick thanks and continued to the exit with Mew behind him still posing for the cameras. Eventually with the two former champion's help, Ash made it to the exit and began to move to the Pokemon Center. However, he was not safe yet. His face was still easily recognizable, and soon he had his own minature army following him around, asking for autographs.
Wait a sec, he thought while running from the screaming fangirls, why can't I just let Mew teleport me to the Pokemon Center? He mentally scolded himself for not thinking of the solution earlier.
"Mew Teleport us out of here!" He ordered, and he sighed in relief as he appeared in the Pokemon Center. The pink feline Pokemon gave him an amused look, like it had been wondering why he hadn't asked sooner.
"Ash!" The newly reigning champion turned around and saw his friends running towards him, smiles plastered on each face. This time he allowed himself to be grouped hugged by everyone, nostalgia filling his head once again.
I won't leave you guys again, never again. I promise. He thought.
After Ash had his Pokemon treated, the group wandered to restaurant for dinner in celebration of Ash's achievement, as well as a way to regroup everyone onto the same page. The restaurant's manager had immediately recognized Ash and escorted him to the VIP room, saying that the food would be free of charge since Ash's appearance had drawn in countless people.
"The restaurant has never been this full," He said happily, "Order whatever. It's all on me!"
The group thanked him and sat down near the beautifully decorated table. The room was also fully equipped with a television set, a large couch with a coffee table, and a grand chandelier. Pikachu and Mew, now transformed in its Pichu form, jumped off Ash's shoulders and landed on the couch, playing happily with each other. The girls giggled at his Pokemon's playfulness and cuteness.
"So Ash," Brock started. "How have you been these past few years."
"Good, pretty good," Ash answered, a little uncomfortable with the awkward atmosphere.
What kind of training have you been doing? Your Pokemon are at their prime!" Gary asked leaning over the table at his old time buddy and rival.
"Mt. Coronet training, I had to get stronger to beat Tobias," Ash answered simply, "Mew introduced me to berries to supplement my Pokemon's diets as well as great training spots."
"That's so cool! Mew's a super rare Pokemon! Legend says that it only shows itself to only the pure hearted, the strongest the coolest-" Max guffawed, however he was interrupted by his sister.
"Blah blah blah Max, stop boring Ash with your rambling," She scolded, shooting Ash a look of apology.
"No no no its okay May," Ash reassured, still not understanding May and Max's sibling relationship. He then stared at Leaf, who had been silent for quite a while. She blushed slightly when she realized Ash's eyes were staring at her, though he did not notice.
"It's so nice to see you again Leaf," Ash smiled widely, Leaf had been one of his greatest friends and he had always been sorrowful after she had left to start her Pokemon journey.
Ever since that day..
Flashback
"Leaf Leaf! Let's play hide and seek!" A young Ash chirped cheerfully at his female companion. They were playing outside together in Leaf's backyard as they always did every day. The two were known as the best buddies in Pallet Town, and people were already joking that they had already found their soulmate.
"Sure Ash!" Leaf answered with a smile but then frowned. "But there's nowhere to hide here." It was true, Leaf's backyard was completely spotless and flat, with an exception of a tree and a swing.
"Let's go somewhere else then?" Ash smiled mischievously. The brunette girl raised her eyebrows, questioning him.
"The woods Leaf! Come on its safe," He said with a reassuring smile. However Leaf didn't look too sure.
"But there's wild Pokemon there.."
"They won't attack us, most of them are friendly," Ash responded. "So you in or not?"
"My parents won't approve of this Ash," Leaf pointed out; it was true, they wouldn't. Leaf's mother especially didn't like her daughter's relationship with Ash, as she always saw him as a reckless, troublesome neighborhood boy. Her father was also overly protective and easily influenced by her mother, as well as easily paranoid; being a successful businessman has its dues.
"Just tell her you're going to my house," Ash said impatiently, knowing that time would fly by fast if they discuss too long. Leaf still looked doubtful for a bit, but in truth she did want to have more fun with Ash and go on an adventure. She had never been to Route 1 anyways.
"Fine Ashton," She said, playfully sticking out her tongue, pretending that she didn't have a choice. A few minutes later she came back from her huge house's back door and gave Ash a nod, signaling that her mother had approved. The delighted couple ambled happily down the road to the woods; their cheerfulness could even make the most depressed person smile.
"Well, this is it," Ash said as they neared the outskirts of Pallet Town. The 'woods' that Ash had described wasn't as big or scary as Leaf had thought; in fact there were only a few trees, though the area was quite a good place for hiding with all the bushes and grass.
"Let's Rock Paper Scissors for who hides first, okay?" Ash asked while Leaf nodded excitedly. She became even more excited when she won, Leaf had scissors Ash had paper.
"Okay you go hide and I'll count to thirty," Ash said covering his eyes.
"1, 2,-" The girl scurried to find a quick hiding place. Where could she hide? Leaf scanned the area, and quickly found an interesting tree with a yellow thing dangling from the branches. She quickly took cover behind the tree, as Ash had finished his countdown.
He won't find me here, he'll definitely search through the bushes first.
"Ready or not here I come!" Ash yelled. Leaf could hardly contain her laughter through the first few minutes, but quickly grew bored. After deciding Ash would never find her she left her hiding spot.
"Okay Ash you lose! My turn to seek now!" She yelled, but received no answer. Leaf then looked up and saw a cloud covered sky; a thunderstorm was approaching fast.
"Ash?" She yelled again, moving nervously away from her hiding spot. Where could have her friend have wandered off to? Now that it was getting dark, Leaf had a hard time retracing her path, due to all the overgrown grass and shrubs that were at least two times taller than her. It really was like a mini forest maze. Suddenly she heard crying from afar; Ash's voice.
"Ash!" She hurriedly ran to the area with relief, not caring about the scratches and cuts caused by the twigs and broken branches underneath her. However the scene that befell her made her froze. Ash was surrounded by a bunch of angry looking Spearows, and a large Fearow seemed to be their leader. She covered her mouth as she witnessed Ash be pecked and kicked by the Spearows, and all of them seemed to be laughing. The Spearows did not see her but Ash had, and gave her a look to tell her to not come try to help. Leaf felt tears in her eyes as she watched; she tried to move her legs but she couldn't. It just wouldn't budge. The girl shut her eyes, trying to ignore all the pain of her wounds and the cries of pain from Ash.
Maybe if I make a distraction the Spearows would go away, She thought, but quickly dismissed the idea, as it wouldn't attract the attention of all the Pokemon. Suddenly, as if by a miracle, the crying stopped. Leaf watched in awe as the Pokemon left, as if in a trance.
"It it is not your time yet, young ones," A mysterious voice echoed and disappeared.
"Ash are you alright?" Leaf ran up to her friend, her voice breaking. She immediately began to cry as tears filled her eyes.
"I'm so sorry Ash, I wanted to help but I was too cowardly.."
"It's alright Leaf," The boy forced a smile upon his beaten up face. "Don't cry. A girl as pretty as you shouldn't do such things." He then closed his eyes. At first Leaf thought that he had died, but became relieved when she felt his faint heartbeat. She looked around for help, but Leaf realized they were in the middle of nowhere.
"Leaf, Ash are you two out there?" She suddenly heard a voice exclaimed, full of worry. It was almost like Arceus himself was looking after them, Leaf thought to herself, breathing another sense of relief.
"We're here! Help A-Ash, Ash is-is," She wailed, still holding the nine year old's head to her lap.
"I'm coming!" The voice replied in a hurry. All Leaf saw was a Dragonite and a human figure when she collapsed.
Flashback (Cont.)
"He's in a coma, I think that he will wake up in a few days," The doctor proclaimed his diagnosis.
"Pity," Professor Oak smiled down sadly on Ash, who was almost like his child to him.
"He won't be able to witness Leaf's graduation as a trainer."
"That's right," The doctor said raising his eyebrow. "The two are separated by one year correct?"
"Yeah," The professor answered. "But it looks like Ash will never meet Leaf again."
"How come?" The doctor asked confused and added with a chuckle. "He can see her when he wakes up be it a video call or what not. You know the technology these days."
"Her parents have deemed Ash as dangerous and never to be approached again, after he had brought him into the tragedy."
"What? That's preposterous! They can't possibly make sure they never see each other again!"
"Ah, but Leaf's parents are rich they have contacts that will make it happen. My poor boy, he'll wake up alone."
The doctor wiped a tear from his eye, clearly very sensitive to emotional stories. The steady beat of the electrocardiogram was all that filled the room after that.
Ash's friends talked forever that night; gorging themselves on top of that. They each eagerly filled Ash in with the past several years of their lives; Dawn had been busy with Pokemon Contests and is now currently a judge in the contests; sometimes a participant as well. May created her own Pokemon Fashion line called Petal Co., which managed to become quite popular. Brock had continued to run the Pewter Gym, as well as running his own side breeding business. Max was still an aspiring Pokemon Trainer, now even more inspired by Ash. Barry is still wandering around as a trainer and participates in various tournaments, though he basically stalks Dawn. The only person that talked the least was Leaf, who looked a bit down. Ash had purposely waited until all his friends had left to their respective hotels to talk with Leaf.
"Leaf, it's been so long," He said, embracing her in a hug. "I've missed you."
Suddenly Leaf began to tear up and embraced Ash as well.
"I'm sorry. I'm so sorry Ash," She whispered in his ear.
"For what?" He asked, a bit surprised at Leaf's reaction.
"For everything; for not standing up for you when you got attacked.. for not being able to communicate with you for so long, I really did try hard to contact you but my parents..." She drifted off, then shook her head. "And when I heard that you disappeared I really broke down; I've never gotten a true chance to apologize.."
"Seriously Leaf for what?" Ash asked a blank look on his face. "Everything that you are apologizing for was out of your control; even if it was in your control I'm sure there must be a reason behind it."
Leaf stared in shock at his response, but then gave Ash a huge smile, a genuine smile that had not been plastered on her face for a long time.
"Thank you Ash Ketchum. For everything."
Ash checked the time and saw that it was almost close to midnight. Leaf had left just a moment ago saying that it was late but he didn't expect it to be this late. Sighing, he left some money on the table, and thanked the manager for keeping the restaurant up so late. But as soon as he stepped outside he realized that there were still people sitting and talking with each other. He then realized that they were waiting for him.
"There's the champion!" A voice shouted, and faces turned in delight.
"Finally we've been waiting!"
"Autograph my Pokeball please!"
"Great job against Tobias!"
"Show me your Pokemon!"
All different voices rose in order to reach the champion who stepped back a little, kind of feeling bad that he had to make them wait so long.
A crowd soon formed in front of Ash; all with their different intentions. Suddenly a man in a trench coat pushed his way up to the new champion, his eyes glancing side to side in an unorderly manner.
"Ash Ketchum?" He said in a smooth voice. "My name is Nauran, I'm wondering if you would like to be sponsored by our company, Gram Corporations."
"Gram Corporations?" Ash asked, never hearing a company like that.
"A representative from Gram wants to recruit you? Man you're so lucky!" A voice exclaimed from the audience.
"You don't know us?" Nauran asked, genuinely surprised. He then chuckled. "That's right you were in the mountains for six years. That actually was one of the reasons we chose you; your dedication."
"Uh thanks," Ash replied, "But what is Gram?"
"Let's go somewhere else. The things I want to discuss with you cannot go into our rival companies' hands." He removed his hat and called the tired manager over.
"Good sir, can you escort us to a private room? We won't take long," He asked, putting on a charming smile.
"Of course, anything for a representative of Gram Corps."
Soon Ash was back in the VIP room with the man called Nauran. His tired eyes met confident, calm eyes.
"I'm deeply sorry to keep you up this late but this restaurant might have been my only chance to contact you," He said, pulling out his suitcase.
"First do you know what a sponsor is?"
"Don't they provide stuff for the person they sponsor with their products?" Ash responded, too tired to be excited.
"Precisely. You see, our company does all sorts of things. But we are most known for creating all sorts of technologies; Airships that fly in the sky, helicopters that can withstand a Tyranitar's Hyper Beam, Pokeballs that delivers a better chance of catch rate, and most of all, we are responsible for the technology used to capture criminals."
"Criminals? Why are you most known for criminals?" Ash asked, stunned at the fact that it was the reason Gram Corp. was most known.
"You must not really know the conditions of our world. But no matter I'll explain it to you. After all that's why I'm here right?" He chuckled causing Ash to smile slightly. Ash had slowly taken a liking to Nauran; he was friendly, good natured, and not too sophisticated for a representative. "Right now there are people that don't respect Pokemon and merely use them as tools. For example you must know Team Rocket."
"Those bastards..." Ash growled, being reminded of all the countless encounters of Team Rocket, especially with Jessie, James and Meowth. His anger quickly dissipated.
Come to think of it, how are those three? He thought, feeling a wave of sadness. Ash missed their countless and useless attempts to steal his Pokemon.
"I take that as a yes," Nauran paused for a second to sip his tea then continued. "Through our company's technology such as software, the police and government officials across the world managed to dispose of all Team Rocket, Magma, Aqua, as well as Plasma."
"Didn't Team Magma and Aqua already disappear?"
"Ah, but they reunited after sightings of Kyogre and Groudon were reported; dreams aren't given up that easily or else they wouldn't be dreams," Nauran explained, then took out his suitcase.
"Well enough with the chatter, I doubt you want to be kept here all night. Here is-"
"Hold on a sec, what sorts of technology did you provide the police? The teams that I knew were secretive and their bases were always well hidden," Ash asked, very curious. Tobias smiled at his question, answering almost immediately.
"Technology such as miniature tracking beacons; a device that is almost invisible to the naked eye and can be thrown and stuck onto people without them knowing. That one's pretty self explanatory for itself. We also provided each police station and federal base with a generator that is powered by pure wind technology and a complex system of criminal records, as well as facial scanners to detect spies. We also provide numerous security and spy technologies that I won't bore you with to mention. Gram is basically the next step technology is taking up to the road."
Nauran suddenly paused and his face smiled in amusement.
"Come to think of it, isn't that your Pokemon," He said, pointing at the sleeping Pikachu and Mew still disguised in a Pichu.
"Oh! That's why my shoulders felt so empty," Ash muttered, a bit embarrassed at himself for almost leaving Pikachu and Mew at the restaurant.
"It's fine, it's late," Nauran said. "Come to think of it, where is your Mew? It's truly unbelievable you managed to capture it,"
"He's er," Ash said staring at the sleeping Pichu as he picked her up and placed her in his backpack along with Pikachu. He decided it was best to keep it a secret and not disturb Mew from her sleep. "Back at my hotel along with the rest of my Pokemon."
"Oh well," Nauran murmured, looking visibly disappointed. "Well then, let's get to the main point now shall we?"
The representative pulled out a sheet of important looking paper.
"Now will you just put your name and information here. We will do the rest of the paperwork,"
Ash scanned the document which was titled Trainer Sponsorship Signup, an official document from the Pokemon League.
"So what does Gram do if I sign up to be sponsored?" He asked, still a little confused on the whole sponsorship ideas.
"Well besides the fact of owning the largest technology enterprise ever, we will provide you with maximum security for you and your Pokemon, funds for everything you do; do try not to spend expensively," Ash laughed at Nauran's joke. "We will also provide you with a personal helicopter to transfer you around the world as well as our company's top selling sportscar, the R-Max Languini."
Ash's jaw dropped. "You mean you own sportscars too?"
Nauran smiled again, amused by Ash's shock to the already well known news. "Of course, we own a sportscar industry as well."
"That's awesome," Ash said then looked a little doubtful. "What do I have to do to deserve all of this?"
Nauran laughed at his doubtfulness and finished the rest of his tea.
"All you have to do is simple; win tournaments and keep yours and ours reputation up."
Ash nodded with excitement and hurriedly put his name down onto the document. As soon as he was done Nauran stuck out his hand.
"Pleasure sponsoring you Champion Ketchum," He said merrily.
"Pleasure meeting you too Mr. Nauran," Ash said, getting up.
"Where do you plan on heading to next?" Nauran asked quickly, pulling out another briefcase.
"To my hotel of course," Ash answered yawning. "It is really late.."
"Take these," The representative said, pulling out keys and a phone. "The phone is covered by the company so don't worry about the charges. As for the keys; its for the new sportscar. I know the hotel is a bit far away from the restaurant so all you have to do is press the red button here-" Nauran motioned to the red button attached to the key chain. "And the car will automatically drive itself to you, no matter where you are. Just be sure to be near a road though. The blue button calls for a helicopter to pick you up; we have countless across the four regions so it will take less than a minute for one to come after you press the button."
Nauran gave the keys to the awe struck champion and put on his trench coat and hat.
"Have a safe trip," when he was just about to leave however he suddenly added, "If you don't know how to drive just input the address into the car and it will automatically drive you there. If you don't know the address just look through the satellite map on the screen. I'm pretty sure the police won't pull over a Gram sportscar."
The Gram member tipped his hat, and left the room. Ash followed suit and exited the now empty restaurant, bidding the nearly asleep manager and staff a farewell. He pressed the button and became a little doubtful after a few moments. Pikachu and Pichu were both fast asleep and he envied them; never had he been so tired in his life. After all, Ash was a person that needed his beauty sleep. His hopes were quickly renewed when he heard the sound of a revving engine that slowly approached him and stopped. Ash opened the door and slipped into the cockpit, awed by the wide touch screen in the center as well as the interior luxury look. He quickly typed the address of his hospital in, and soon the car was making its way. Soon Ash was fast asleep in his bed, not a single suspicion aroused from his mind.
In Gram's HQ Laboratory
Everything is going to plan, Nauran thought while toying with a lab sample. I will execute the next step of the plan soon enough.
Ash woke up with a bright smile, his dream had helped him relive all the glorious moments that had just happened the day before when he became the new champion. A knock on the door jolted him wide awake, and he slipped on his jacket in a hurry.
"Who could be up this early," Ash scowled to himself; he was never in a good mood when woken up. He immediately felt his annoyance disappear as he saw Leaf his old childhood friend standing at the doorway, a slight smile began to form on her face. She was wearing a casual blue shirt and red skirt, as well as her trademark hat that looked similar to that of Ash's.
"Still waking up late as usual huh Ash?" She teased as she took notice of Ash's pajamas underneath.
"What, it's not that late.." The raven haired boy murmured scratching his head. However he soon realized that it was already eleven after a quick glance at the clock.
"Oh shit! Thanks for waking me up Leaf," He said quickly before he rushed back into his room to change into a pair of jeans, a sky blue Pokeball designed T-shirt and covered it up with his trademark jacket and cap.
"So why are you here Leaf?" Ash asked, inviting her inside to the kitchen. The trainer then started the coffee machine and sat down across from his old friend at the table, looking quite tired.
"You alright?" Leaf looked at him questionably with a small hint of worry in her voice.
"I'm alright just a little bit tired," Ash responded rubbing his eyes.
"As you always are," Leaf smiled while glancing at Ash's worn out face. Her face then got serious. "Well I came over here because it seems you have a challenge."
"Already?" Ash asked, very surprised. He had just become the new champion.
"Yes.. It seems your name has reached an old rival. He has already defeated the Elite Four and has challenged you today," Leaf responded. "When I heard the news from Nurse Joy down at the reception center I immediately had to become your alarm clock."
"Thanks," Ash muttered sarcastically, earning a small giggle from the brunette. "So I assume that since I defeated Tobias the champion in the tournament I don't have to beat the Elite Four?"
"No of course not, the Elite Four are merely stepping stones for a challenger to the champion; an alternative to the tournament."
"Wow Leaf you sound like a Pokemon official for the tournaments! How do you know all this information?" Ash asked, grinning at the brunette's wide range of knowledge.
"Well.." Leaf drifted and then grinned, showing her Champion medal proudly. "That's because I'm the current Kanto Champion."
"Wow really? Congratulations!" Ash said with a smile, genuinely surprised, though not surprised at the same time. Leaf had started a long time ago earlier than him, and it was only natural that she was already champion before him. He then gave her a questioning look.
"But why are you here exactly? Why didn't Nurse Joy just call me?"
"Well.. since only champions are allowed to come to other champion's quarters here, and according to Nurse Joy your phone was broken, I was sent here to deliver urgent news," Leaf began. Ash sweatdropped. The phone was working, but it hadn't worked hard enough to wake up the human Snorlax.
"Urgent?"
"Yep.. It seems like your old rival Paul wants to battle you,"
"Paul?! Why I haven't seen him in years!" Ash cried in surprise; ever since he had beaten Paul in the Sinnoh League, the raven haired boy had never heard from him again.
"Well you better hurry up and get ready Ashie, the battle's starting in like twenty minutes," Leaf said, winking before she left, not noticing the faint blush on her old friend's cheeks. Ash in turn didn't see Leaf's faint blush with being alone in Ash's room.
Paul.. My old rival.. I wonder how strong he has gotten, Ash thought, recalling all the times he had been defeated by Paul's sheer Pokemon power before the Sinnoh League, and how he remembered the purple haired trainer; heartless.
"Am I interrupting something?" A very familiar voice said into his mind, startling the new Champion.
"Mewtwo?" Ash asked out loud, surprised as a cloaked humanoid pink figure appeared in front of him.
"They one and only," Mewtwo said smiling, or what it looked like to be a smile. Ash smiled back, giving him a nod as the creature put down his hood.
"Good to see you old friend,"
"Same here my friend," Mewtwo responded, nodding in return to Ash, then turned serious.
"Ash do you know why I came here?" Mewtwo asked.
"Er… to say hi?" Ash guessed, no idea why the clone Psychic Pokemon was in his room.
"Well I was going to come here to talk to Mew but I also came here with another motive; to aid you with your battle against Paul."
"Why would you want to help?" Ash asked, a little insulted that Mewtwo didn't trust him enough to win. "I can win."
"I sense dark aura coming from the young human you called your rival," Mewtwo said coldly, making Ash gulp slightly.
"Dark?"
"He plans to take you down in front of the whole world, along with your Pokemon Master dream. I have forseen his intentions." Mewtwo explained vaguely, though still confusing Ash.
"And how would he do that? I'll win…"
"Are that certain you can win with one Pokemon?" Mewtwo interrupted.
"One Pokemon? Is it a 1vs1 battle?" Ash asked, getting a bit frustrated at the legendary Pokemon's elusive questions and answers.
"Allow me to explain. You see, your rival have been seeking his revenge ever since you defeated him six years ago. When he heard that you came back and won the League, he became even more outrageous. He demands a Legendary only battle."
"What? I only have Mew though!" Ash shouted both in shock and pure anger.
"Exactly his plan. The purple haired human has grown a lot stronger too. He currently owns the three Regis as well as Regigigas. I doubt even Mew can handle all four."
"How come this battle came when I didn't even accept it?"
"You're very uninformed." Mewtwo muttered, "The reason why is that Cynthia, your official spokeswoman accepted for you."
"What the hell? I don't need any spokesperson to decide my challenges!" Ash cried in obvious rage.
"It was not just Cynthia but the whole Pokemon Committee. Paul has had a winning streak for several years, he has defeated many people's dreams of Pokemon, just like Tobias has."
Ash clenched his fist at his former rival. He suddenly felt the sudden urge to put Paul in his rightful place.
Mewtwo smiled, sensing Ash's will.
"I see that you have found why they want you to face Paul. He would not have battled you without legendaries. He also made the rules that the Committee reluctantly agreed on. That just shows their trust in you."
"And if I deny the challenge?"
Mewtwo paused a bit before responding.
"You lose your title and another chance to become Pokemon Master."
"So I'm basically screwed any choice I make?"
"Not really, you can still fight."
Ash finally got it.
"So I assume that's why you're here?" He said, a slow smile spreading across his face.
"Exactly."
"You still haven't answered my question; why are you really helping me?"
"To repay a debt long ago," Mewtwo said, referring to the time where Ash had opened his eyes and helped him realize that not every human and their Pokemon were bad. Though Ash was still the only human he trusted.
"Ah I see.. Well let's get you registered then Mewtwo!" Ash said excitedly; this would be the first time he would ever battle with his old Legendary and powerful friend.
"Hey Ash mind if I get a favor?" Mewtwo asked almost immediately after.
"What?" Ash sighed; he knew Mewtwo never did anything without a recent favor.
"Can I get a ride in Gram's sportscar?" Mewtwo responded with a grin.
"?! Sure.." Ash said, stunned at the randomness of the favor. The boy then grabbed his bag; stuffing Mew and Pikachu into it. He then belted on his Pokeballs, just in case. He was then quickly teleported by Mewtwo to his sleek grey car.
"Behold, my car. The R-Max Languini," Ash sarcastically announced. There was no response from the legendary Pokemon as it was busily examining every inch of the car.
"Come on let's get in; I don't understand why you want to drive though if it was that much easier to teleport.." Ash sighed, thinking that Mewtwo was just curious on human creations.
Trust me Ash, It's much more than that. Mewtwo thought to himself, taking one last cold stare at team Gram's symbol.
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