Hey Everyone! Friday's here! Time for another chapter.
Now, On with the story.
Chapter 8: Entering Travelers
(Inside a Hotel Room in Johto.)
"Alright. I'll need all of you to head to Alola tomorrow. I've notified the other teams of this as well." Said Mateus over the phone. "Alright then. We'll be there." Said Ash. Ash then ends the call and places his Rotom Phone in his pocket. "Who was it, Ash-kun? Eon?" Asked Serena. "It was Mateus, Sweetheart. We're heading to Alola tomorrow." "I see. I'll contact Goh and Chloe to let them know." Serena is about to reach her Rotom Phone when Ash thinks of something. ."Serena, Wait!" "Yes Ash? Eon?" "Can you also ask them to meet us here so we can figure out a game plan for today?" "I will." Serena then calls Goh and Chloe using her Rotom Phone.
(Ten Minutes Later, In Ash and Serena's Hotel Room)
"Okay, so how many families do we have to interview?" Asked Ash. "We have four families left, Ash-kun. Eon." Said Serena. "Thank you Sweetheart." Ash then turns to Goh. "Where are the remaining families?" "They're in Azalea Town and Ecruteak City." "Okay." Ash then turns to Chloe. "How many days until they try to strike their next target?" "Four days, unless I'm corrected." We have to leave for Alola tonight. So we will into groups of two and ask the families to see if they have any answers. " "Roger." Said Serena, Goh, and Chloe. The group then split up and go to the two respective cities to ask each of the affected families.
(With Ash and Serena, in Azalea Town.)
"Do you recall anything suspicious going on the night she was kidnapped?" Asked Ash. "No. We put our daughter to sleep that night, and by the next morning she was missing." Said The Father. Ash then sighs. Did you see or find any trace regarding your daughter's whereabouts?" The father then looks as if he's about to break into tears. "No. We helped the police search for hours and we couldn't find a thing. Our daughter, me and my wife's pride and joy, is missing. It's impossible not to worry." Ash then places his hand on the father's shoulder. "Many parents take pride in and receive joy from their children. I understand what it can be like for a parent when their child goes missing. We're hard at work trying to solve this and bring them home. Don't forget that you aren't the only one going through this right now." The tear rolling father then looks at Ash. "W-what do I do then?" "A friend once told me to hope for the best, but prepare for the worst. This is crucial in situations like this. We will do our best to your daughter home." The father then looks at Ash again. "Thank you."
(Ash then gets up and goes outside to meet with his wife, Serena, who was interviewing the mother of the missing girl.)
"How was asking the mother, Sweetheart?" Asked Ash. "She didn't give much answers. Eon. She was very worried about their daughter. How did asking the father go, Ash-kun?" Asked Serena after answering Ash. "Honestly, much of the same. These perpetrators are really good at this." "It scares me. Being kidnapped is something I wish on no one, especially children." "I know. It scares me as well." "I hope we can solve this as quickly as possible. Eon." "I hope so too. We still have one more family to ask, let's head there." "Alright."
(Meanwhile, With Goh and Chloe, Ecruteak City.)
"So there were no traces of your son's whereabouts, am I correct?" Asked Chloe. "The International Police couldn't find anything. Me and my husband haven't been able to sleep for many nights because of this." Said The Mother. "I am sorry to hear about that. I can imagine this being hard on you and your husband." "It is. It's our worst nightmare realized." "Miss, I can assure you that the International Police is everything they can to bring these children, including your son, home and that we're helping them do the same." Chloe then looks at The Mother, crying while in the motion of cradling a baby in her arms. "My little boy, where have you gone? Mo-Mommy is really wo-worried about you." Chloe then places both of her hands on those of The Mother. "Miss. I know that you're worried. Any parent would be in this situation. But, you can't lose hope. We can't guarantee anything, but the important thing is to not lose hope or give up." "I see." "Are there any more details you can recall, Miss?" "No." "Very well then, I thank you for taking the time for letting me ask you some questions." "You're welcome." Chloe then got up to leave, as she went, all the Kantonian girl could feel was pity for The Mother.
(A Few Minutes Later)
Goh and Chloe were talking about whatever details they could garner from both of the families they questioned when his Rotom Phone began ringing. "Hello?" Said Goh. "Hello Goh." Said Ash over the phone. "Ash? How's everything on your end?" "Me and Serena just finished asking the second family in Azalea Town. We're heading back to the hotel to begin packing up for Alola." "That's great. Chloe and I were talking about the details of our questionings. We finished about 10 minutes ago." "Why didn't you head back to the hotel?" We just wanted to head back the same time you were." "Alright. We're heading there now. Meet you there." "We'll meet you there." Goh then ends the call. "Was that Ash?" Asked Chloe. "Yep, and he's heading back to the hotel now."
(Meanwhile, With Hilbert and Rosa, Inside a Hotel Room, Kanto.)
Hilbert and Rosa were packing their things to head to Alola under Mateus' orders. While preparing his stuff, Hilbert noticed that his younger sister was feeling down. "Rosa, what's wrong?" Asked Hilbert. "I can't help, but still be worried for Hilda and Bianca." Answered Rosa. "I'm worried about them too, little sis." "And there's mom, she's in the hospital. I wonder, what's going to happen from here on out?" Hilbert then gives Rosa a hug. "That's a question for the future, let's focus on finding Hilda and Bianca."
(Meanwhile, With Hau and Lillie.)
"I honestly can't imagine what it's like for them." Said Hau, who was packing up his things. "The parents?" Asked Lillie, who was also getting her stuff ready. "Yes. It must be hard." "It is unfortunate." "You know what it's like, right? Your dad went missing several years ago." Hau then looks at Lillie in horror as he realizes his words. "Lillie! I'm so sorry! I…" Lillie then sighs and places her hands on Hau's "My father did go missing when I was little, it was hard but, I had to move on and continue living my life. However, if I do see him again, I'll welcome him back into my life." "I see." "But if it were me or Gladion that went missing, I can imagine my parents being horrified, hoping, or even doing everything in their power, for our safety." Hau then frowns. "I shouldn't have asked such a foolish question. Especially one that could have offended you." Lillie then laughs before regaining her composure. "Hau, I'm not offended. I know you weren't trying to insult me. Now, come on. Let's finish packing." "Yeah."
(Meanwhile, with the Collection Team, Kalos.)
"Just finished sending all of the evidence information to Mateus." Said Korrina. "Excellent." Said Mallow. Korrina then turned to look at Mallow. "Thank you." "It's a good thing Clemont had the patience and taught me how to use a computer. Otherwise, I'd be stuck between a Rock Type and a hard place." Thought Korrina to herself. Korrina then turns to her Lucario. "Lucario have you finished packing my stuff?" "Luca!" Cried Korrina's Lucario. "Awesome! Thanks for helping me with that." Korrina's Lucario then smiles and nods. "All set and ready to go. Can't believe we're heading home." Said Kiawe. Mallow then turns to Kiawe. "We still have a case to work on." "I know." "Are you all finished packing?" Asked Lana. Mallow then turns to Lana. "Me, Kiawe, and Korrina, are finished." "Alright then. Next stop, Lumiose International Airport."
(Hours Later, At the Headquarters of the International Police's Alola Branch.)
"I'm surprised you all came a day early. You all had taken long flights to get here. The situation, as it stands, we are at least 60 hours shy until our perpetrators make their next moves. I know you all sat on a plane for various hours. Get some rest for the night, we'll meet and discuss any updates and developments in the morning." Said Mateus to the three teams who came in from Kanto, Johto, and Kalos in a video call. The video call then ends.
(Meanwhile, In a Cargo Plane.)
"Miss, Are you sure these precautions won't oust our position?" Asked a Man. "No. After Kalos, the International police will definitely ramp up their procedures. They're scared at how this operation has gone on for so long, and if I may guess, desperate to bring the subjects back home as soon as possible. If all goes well, you won't get caught." Said someone using a voice synthesizer over a laptop. "I'm just worried that…" "Stop doubting yourself and your team! Lest you wish for me to reconsider the trust I have for them." "That won't be necessary, Miss. We'll do as ordered." "I knew you'd agree."
*End of Chapter 8*
Well, I hope you all have an excellent weekend. See you all next Friday.
