Author: Alright, fine. I've been really busy, so I've decided to start off on a fresh new slate. This is the last time on my attempt to try and redo Ash's journey. Trust me, this will be the best one yet.
In Pallet Town, a young boy was watching television in his bedroom. This is 9-year-old Ash Ketchum, a naïve, but brave boy whose dream is to be a Pokemon Master. He was currently watching a battle between a Blastoise and a Venasaur. Ash watched in awe as the two powerful Pokemon kept going at it.
"Ash! Time for bed!" A woman called from the other room. Ash chose to ignore her and kept watching as Blastoise went for a Skull Bash. He kept watching for a few more minutes until the woman walked into his room. This is Delia Ketchum, his 32-year-old and currently very angry mother.
"Ashton Ketchum! Go to bed now!" Delia scolded.
"Just a few more minutes mom! Please!"
Delia sighed. "Fine. But after go to bed. You have to have all your energy if you want to get a Pokemon and go on your journey tomorrow."
"Thanks Mom! You're the best!" Ash exclaimed happily, as he kept watching the battle. He watched as Venasaur went for Headbutt and Blastoise for Aqua Jet, as they collided, causing a massive collision as they were both knocked out.
Ash decided that he should at least look at the potential starter Pokemon before going to bed, so he flipped to the next channel, where he saw Professor Oak with three Pokemon.
One was a green, frog-like Pokemon with red eyes, dark green spots and a bulb on its back. Professor Oak explained this is Bulbasaur, the Seed Pokemon.
The next one was a small blue turtle-like Pokemon with a swirled-up tail. The Professor explained that this is Squirtle, the Tiny Turtle Pokemon.
Finally, there was an orange bipedal lizard with a small flame on its tail. The Professor said that this is Charmander, the Lizard Pokemon.
"Which one will YOU pick trainer? Find out tomorrow at my Pokemon Lab!" Professor Oak said with gusto.
Ash then shut off the TV, thinking of the possibilities. He thought of having Bulbasaur use Razor Leaf, Squirtle use Water Gun, Charmander using Flamethrower, the thought of having one of these be his first partner was exhilarating to him.
Thinking about all of the adventures him and his Pokemon would have, Ash drifted off to sleep with a smile on his face.
(The Next Day)
8:30 A.M.
"I'M LATE! I'M LATE I'M LATE I'M LATE!" Ash yelled. He quickly jumped out of bed and ran to the Pokemon Lab.
He ran out of his house to the lab and saw a huge crowd of people surround another boy with a blue long-sleeve shirt, blue jeans, brown boots, and a green and yellow pendant around his neck.
"Yeah I really am the greatest huh?" the boy bragged. Ash gritted his teeth as he saw Gary, his rival since childhood.
"Looks like you're still in your jammies Ashy-Boy!" Gary laughed. Ash clenched his fist. "I'LL SHOW YOU GARY! JUST WAIT UNTIL I GET MY PARTNER POKEMON! We'll leave you in the dust!" Ash shouted.
"Yeah whatever Ashy-boy! You better hurry up cuz I bet there's no Pokemon left. Smell ya later!" Gary laughed, driving off with his cheerleaders and several supporters following him.
Ash ran inside the lab, to find Professor Oak standing there.
"Professor! Professor! Can I get a Pokemon?" Ash exclaimed.
"Calm down, Ash my boy. But I'm afraid you might be too late. I've given all the Pokemon except one away."
"I'm desperate Professor please!"
"Alright." The Professor went into his back pocket and released a Pokemon. It was a small yellow mouse with brown stripes on its back and a tail-shaped like a lightning bolt.
"This is Pikachu, the mouse Pokemon. It's quite feisty but it's your only option." The Professor said grimly.
(AN: From now on, italics will represent Pokemon speaking)
"Ugh, where am I? Why is this odd boy with the old geezer?" Pikachu thought.
"Hi Pikachu!" Ash exclaimed happily as he went to hug Pikachu.
"HEY! This'll teach you a lesson! Hands off the merchandise pal!" Pikachu let loose a powerful Thundershock, electrocuting both Ash and Professor Oak.
"I-I forgot to mention that it's very hostile and will shock easily." The Professor said, now covered in soot.
"That'll show you not to touch me brat!" Pikachu squeaked angrily.
"Hey! I'm not a brat!" Ash replied angrily.
"Wait did I just understand Pikachu?/Did he just understand me?" Both of them thought.
Pikachu stared Ash down. He looked at his messy hair, dirty pajamas, and confused expression. Despite that, he gave off a powerful energy. He felt like he could conquer anything, without any hesitation.
Sighing, Pikachu hopped on Ash's shoulder.
"Wonderful!" said Professor Oak, oblivious to the interaction between Ash and Pikachu. Professor Oak then handed Ash a small red device and some small red and white devices.
"Ash, this is Dexter, a Pokedex and highly descriptive encyclopedia. He will tell you all about your Pokemon and other Pokemon you meet across your journey. And these are your Pokeballs, these will help you catch Pokemon." The Professor said.
"Awesome! Thanks Professor!" Ash thanked excitedly.
Ash, with his new partner on his shoulder, left the lab, only to get hugged from behind.
"Hey Ashy!" a feminine voice said. Ash smiled, recognizing the person.
"Leaf!"
"In the flesh!" the girl smiled. Leaf was a beautiful young girl with auburn hair that went down to her back. She wore a blue sleeveless shirt with a red miniskirt, white hat and red and white sneakers.
Ash and Leaf had been best friends since childhood. They went to summer camp together, went to Pokemon School together, and always played with the Pokemon at Professor Oak's lab. However, Leaf left on a vacation to the Sevii Islands a year ago so this was the first time Ash had seen her in a while.
"So did you get your partner?" Leaf asked.
"Yeah, saw hi Pikachu!" Ash said.
"Hi Pretty Girl!" Pikachu squeaked happily.
"OH MY GOD HE"S SO CUTE!" Leaf squealed. The brown-haired girl grabbed Pikachu off of Ash and hugged him happily.
"Hey, he wasn't nearly this nice to me! Why didn't he shock you?!" Ash asked.
"Because I like pretty girls and not bumbling idiots" Pikachu said.
Ash growled and decided to ignore that comment.
"What did you get Leaf?" Ash asked. Leaf smiled and grabbed a pokeball, releasing a Bulbasaur.
"Wow, it's a Bulbasaur!" Ash said in awe.
"Yeah, isn't she the best!" Leaf gushed, picking up her Seed Pokemon.
"Well, Ashy, I have to go. I'm going to visit the Museum in Pewter City. I'll see you there!" Leaf said, returning Bulbasaur and hopping on her bike as she rode to Pewter.
Ash then decided to change out of his pajamas and changed into his traveling clothes. He wore a red and white cap, blue jacket with white short sleeves. He also wore blue jeans, green gloves, and black and white sneakers.
"Well Pikachu, are you ready?" Ash asked the Mouse Pokemon on his shoulder.
"Yeah let's go already. I'm getting bored." Pikachu replied.
"Alright, then let's go!" Ash said, only to be stopped by a hand that grabbed the back of his collar.
"I don't think so mister."
"M-mom? What are you doing here?" Ash asked nervously.
"I came to ask you something." Delia replied.
"Y-yeah what's up?"
"Did you pack clothes, Pokemon food, clean underwear, sleeping bag, camping supplies-"
"Calm down Mom I have everything." Ash replied.
"Yes I know but I just can't help but worry about you. You get that same recklessness from your father." Delia said with a tear forming in her eye.
"Oh is this your partner?" Delia asked, looking at the Pokemon on Ash's shoulder.
"Yeah this is Pikachu."
Delia picked up the Pokemon on Ash's shoulder and hugged him tightly.
"Please take care of my son Pikachu. I'm counting on you." Delia whispered.
Pikachu, now feeling regret, nodded firmly.
"Alright Ash, take care of yourself." Delia said sadly while giving Ash one last hug before walking back.
"Ok Pikachu, let's do this!" Ash said confidently.
Pikachu nodded, and together, they walked out into the world of Pokemon.
Author: I hope that was a first good chapter! As for Ash understanding Pikachu, you'll see why soon. Thanks and I'll see you guys next time.