The sun rose up on another beautiful day as the spirit of Kilyla City got ready to get back into the swing of things. The sunlight once again started to come up over the trees of the woods behind my home. The sunbeams were able to finally creep through my window and into my eyes. I remember I squinted as I kicked my feet in a tantrum. It was morning already? It couldn't be. I didn't accept it! I started to put the blankets over my eyes and try to go back to glorious sleep.

Suddenly, I remembered the little guys in the corner of my room sleeping on the bed I made. I quietly jumped out of my bed and quickly changed into my regular attire. Since I loved my sweatshirt so much, I had actually bought pairs, so I had an extra. After I had finished dressing and tied my headband, I slowly tip-toed over to them and looked at them carefully.

Poochyena was lying on his back. He was so cute. His tongue was sticking out of the side of his mouth, and his right ear and paws keep twitching. I giggled as I turned to Buizel. The little guy was on his right side, resting his head on his paws. Both of them slowly rubbed against each other as I decided to wake them up.

I slowly put my hands on Buizel's back and began to pat it. The little guy slowly squinted his eyes as he turned his head to look over his shoulder. He saw my hand and then looked at me with a sweet and drowsy look. He wiped the sleepy seeds out of his eyes and sat up, smiling at me.

"Good morning, buddy," I said to Buizel.

"Bui bu," he said softly and happily.

We both looked at a sleeping Poochyena and chuckled. Buizel signaled me to wait and be quiet. He slowly put his paws on Poochyena's belly. He then started to rub violently all over the belly. Poochyena snorted and then his legs started to move in enjoyment. As Buizel kept on rubbing his belly, his little friend immediately woke up and then playfully started to bite at his paws. Buizel then pulled him up against his stomach and started to poke at Poochyena's face, as the puppy growled, snarled, and tried to bite his paws.

I simply chuckled at them as they stopped. Poochyena looked at me as his tongue stuck out and panted. Buizel was rubbing his back and smiling at me.

I asked, "Did you guys have a good sleep?"

Both of them nodded. I looked at them with an interested look. It did look like they were more energetic. Maybe it was because they were inside a comfy, warm, and secure human home. I wondered if my home was the reason they weren't so bushed and tired.

They started to get up and do some stretches as I started to walk downstairs. I had to do something about this day. You see, it was a Pokémon holiday; don't ask me, because I cannot remember. But school was out, and Tucker had invited me last week to hang out with them. I had accepted. However, I did not count on the two little guys coming into my life. I couldn't just leave them here, because of someone breaking into my house for them and they'd break my stuff.

I had gotten downstairs as the two Pokémon had followed me. They sat in the living room as I began to tie my shoes. As I got up, I suddenly heard a grumbling noise of a tummy. I looked to see Poochyena look at his belly and back at me with a nervous grin. Buizel giggled as he rubbed his back. I suddenly realized that the little guys were hungry and hadn't eaten anything ever since Old Man Fellows' house.

But there was a dilemma. I didn't have any Pokémon food. You know! I was afraid of them? So, I had two little guys who were hungry, and I was stuck in my house trying to figure out how to get them food and go with my friends.

"Hang on, you two," I said, assuring them and their bellies, "I'm gonna give a quick call to someone. Maybe he can get you some food."

Both of them smiled when I looked around and saw my white phone near the TV and couch. I walked over and began to reach for it, when all of a sudden, it rang. I sort of jumped; someone was calling me? I didn't trust it, because of the two Pokémon being here. I turned to them and they immediately saluted me, again it was cute, knowing they understood. I slowly picked up the phone as I placed it to my mouth and ear.

"Hello? This is Thomas," I said.

"Good morning, Thomas," I heard a familiar and friendly voice say.

I was shocked and surprised. To think, HE would be calling me this early…

"Old Man Fellows!" I exclaimed surprised, "I never thought you'd be calling me…"

"Yes," I heard him say, "Well, I came to check upon you today. You see, last night, your sweet friend Jocinda told me about what happened with your incident…"

I should have known. I think I had told one of them to tell him. Can't remember now…. Oh sue me… so this story is linked. FINE! Look and see if I did…

I heard, "I was completely worried and heartbroken that Mr. Pepperridge would stoop so low for those two little precious angels."

I smirked and rolled my eyes; oh, if he were at my house last night, would he have still said that? If his house was wrecked and things broken, would he had said that?

I smiled as he kept going, "So, I came to check up on you… How are you feeling, my boy?"

I chuckled as I said, "My back is completely back to normal. I still have one or two bumps, but I can manage. I just can't believe I saved Pokémon from being hurt!"

I glanced down at the two little smiling Pokémon at me as I continue my conversation. Poochyena had rolled on his back, being so cute and begging Buizel to rub his belly. Buizel accepted this offer, and rubbed gently in circles, making his friend pant in enjoyment. I giggled as I drew my attention back to my friend.

"Hey, Old Man," I said, "Listen, I'm glad you got my attention. I wanted to ask a favor of you. You see, today is a holiday for the others at their school, and I wanted you to see if-"

"I could babysit Buizel and Poochyena for you while you go have fun?" I heard the other side say.

My face immediately went blank… like this 0_0. How the heck did he know that they were there? I was so stunned, I almost dropped the phone. I shook my head as I began to form the words that came to my mouth.

"How did you know?" I asked as I thought of how, "Oh, Jocinda told you?"

Old Man Fellows said, "No, but when she told we about what happened, I figured whether or not you completely trusted the little rascals, you worried that Mr. Pepperidge and some others would come for them."

"They did," I answered, "I had to lie, which I hate to do, and say I did take them back to the alcove."

Look, I do not care about what others try to make me think; a lie is a lie is a lie. There are no such things as good lies. Sure, it is for a good cause, but it is still a sin.

"You're kidding!" he exclaimed.

I replied with a 'no'.

Old Man Fellows said, "I cannot believe he has fallen so far ever since the incident…. Ahem! Well, anyways, Thomas, I would be happy to watch over Buizel and Poochyena for you while you are with your friends!"

I grinned as I laughed. I was so thankful I could count on somebody again!

I giggled in joy, "Oh, thank you, Old Man! You do not know how much this means to me. Hey, I also need some food for them. Could you pick some up?"

When I listened, the phone was making that noise where you just pick it up. I blinked; was that whole call just a dream?

"H-Hello?" I weakly said.

Suddenly, a knock at the door was heard. My heart jumped as I was afraid of who it'd might be. I turned and Buizel and Poochyena were already hiding. I nodded in pride as they smiled at me being content on me knowing they obeyed me. I walked to the door and opened it.

My heart felt so relieved to see Old Man Fellows at my door… WITH POKEMON FOOD TOO!? How thoughtful! I was so relaxed as I laughed.

"You scared me, Old Man!" I laughed.

I let him inside of the house as Poochyena barked in happiness. He immediately ran over to as my friend knelt down to him. Poochyena panted and stood on his hind legs, placing his front paws on the old man and stuck his tongue out. His tail wagged as Fellows rubbed his back and face.

"There's my big puppy! How are you doing this morning?" Fellows said happily.

"Poochy! Poochy!" the puppy barked.

Buizel ran over and waved to the Old Man. Fellows surprised us, by reaching behind Buizel and pulling him towards him. He scratched underneath his chin. The otter started to smile and then smirked, as his head rose up so high, that his nose was up in the air. He folded his arms and tried to act tough, but it soon failed as his tail swished around and he closed his eyes.

"You don't have to act macho around me and Thomas, Buizel. We love your company no matter how you act," he assured.

Buizel finally dropped his tough guy act. He let his arms go limp as he stood there enjoying his chin being scratched.

"Bui bu bu…" he moaned happily.

I giggled at the two Pokemon happy to see the kind old man who helped me with them yesterday. I stood there staring in happiness.

I knew from there on that I could count on Old Man Fellows and the gang to keep this a secret with me.

"Well?" Old Man Fellows said, startling me, "What are you standing here for? Jocinda and the others are waiting for you. Go have some fun! These little guys and I will have some fun."

He turned around and grinned at me. I nodded as I turned around.

"Thanks again, Old Man, I owe you another one," I said with a grin.

He waved it off, telling me not to worry. As he began to open the Pokéfood, I saw Buizel and Poochyena wave good-bye, happily saying it in their language and grinning. I waved to them as I closed the door. I breathed the fresh air into my lungs with my diaphragm and looked up into the beautiful cloudy blue skies. I then stretched, took a deep breath, and bolted as I ran to my destination where Tucker, Jocinda, and Kaname was waiting for me.

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