Ashes in May Ch. 1 Alola…
Hello, there it's me, again. I just wanted to say that this is a remake of Ashes in May and that I tried to correct my errors and tried to get the story a tad bit more under control, so that it wasn't just a big jumble of randomness, though fun, I want this story to be amazing but still understandable. I'd like to eventually include subjects like teenhood, pregnancy, death of a parent, sex, bisexuality, Pokemon fusions, genetically altered Pokemon, like delta Pokemon, saving the world, Pokemon battles, mega evolving, z-moves, and gigantamaxing and etc. WARNING: IF YOU DO NOT LIKE SUBJECT SUCH AS THESE YOU MAY LEAVE. BE AWARE OF YOU DISLIKES AND LIKE BEFORE READING THIS STORY.
Also, I had once gotten a review about how Ash isn't all that. I get it. After all, he's literally a character of a kid's show. This story has more adult subjects and has a deep tone. Also, in this story, he's a teenage boy so expect something that a teen boy might do.
Also, when it comes to things like Pokemon breeding, the Pokemon will breed like their real-world counterparts would and for those such as object Pokemon or ghost Pokemon, well, we'll just have to see what I can think off. I'm mainly trying to structure this story in a way that allows for new generations of Pokemon to be referenced without a fixed continuity.
I'd like to add that see in this story people eat Pokemon. I'm sorry, I know it doesn't sound all that…nice…but if it said animals existed as well. I'd have to explain why the hell they aren't seen or how they evolved with Pokemon or something. Pokemon to eat would be for example Tauros and Miltank for beef products. Grumpig for pork, the Unfezant line for chicken since chicken may have come from pheasants and because I don't want to be killing off cute little Torchics and Blazikens. Anything else such as seafood, other avian foods or other others well, you get the idea.
The main ship in this story would be Advance shipping, but it may turn into a polyamorous relationship. If that is something you do not agree with you may leave this story.
I hope you like it and please review if you like it. I would like some feedback because sometimes I feel like I could do better you know… Anyhow, thank you!
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Eternal happiness is promised to whomever laid eyes upon the legendary guardian Pokemon of the heart and sky. A destiny for greatness with the prophecy with connections to the legendary guardian Pokemon to the sea and the soul. Now stands a young boy surrounding by people yet all alone. His partner at the moment unable and unsure of what to do to help the child. Those who love him have gathered in mass to help, yet he's alone. The one person had done so much for him was now gone. Adults friends, neighbors, and townsfolk looked at each other with sorrow and concern for the boy. While close friends of the boy gaze over at him with tears and pity.
Eyes shut and hidden by the unruly hair; tears of heartbreak and earthshattering pain coursing through him. He slowly lifts his hand, making it the first real movement for a while, placing it over the freshly polished wood. A small almost inaudible whisper escaped his lips, "G-Goodbye, mom. Than…kuh…you. I love you."
Not a single person knew what to say. Sure, a few had lost loved ones, but what really had them withheld was how to help a child who had been excited and gleeful with the pain of losing the one person who loved him most. In the back of the room, two young newlywed professors excused themselves from the mourning for a bit in order to quietly speak of an important matter. All the while a certain girl with light brown hair walks to him and embraced him from behind; her head against his shoulder whispering sweet nothings, "I'm here for you…Ash." At this, he fell to his knees sobbing into her embrace.
Fear not for the future remains before you stand chosen one. You've got many who love you still. This sorrow will never truly vanish, but you will be able to move on and live a happy life. The memories still remain within you cherish them. Yet know this you must train yourself and your Pokemon. Fight, for the future is bright so long as you stand; beware of this sight of fright, beware of Ashes in May.
Hau'oli city a wonderful city full of shopping districts, famous malasadas, solons, and the famous Antique Shot. Of all those, this city is famous for its incredible sights and beachfront. Families, newlyweds, friends, and trainers alike crossed the world to visit the Alola region. After, all this was just a beautiful region to have a relaxing vacation. Here stood a 17-year-old young man with his partner on his shoulder. They both looked over the beach with glee.
"Well, Pikachu since we just finished our last mission, I think we should relax for a bit before going home. What do you say?" the young man asked his faithful companion. "Pika!" replied the yellow mouse agreeing happily. "Beach time!" Ash announced happily. Suddenly, clothes and shoes are seen thrown in the air and as they land you see a teen boy in swim trunks with his Pikachu running towards the waters of Melemele sea. Splashes of water burst into the air as the two jumped into the cool waters. "Ah, this is nice Pikachu. We finally get a break from all the hard work we've been doing…" Ash said as he floated on his back with Pikachu doing the same. "Piiiikachuuu," continues Pikachu cueing happily. It felt nice to let the sun's warm gleam over their bare chest only to be cooled by the water washing over his muscled body.
Suddenly, Ash was up straight with a grin on his face, "Hey, Pikachu lets swim out to the reef! I bet we'll see all kinds of Pokémon!" Quickly, looking up at the sun he determined that it was about 2 o'clock in the afternoon. "We have about 4 hours before we have to go in for dinner. Now let's go!" he said before diving into the water. "Pika! Pikapi!" Pikachu exclaimed as it dove down as well. Pikachu quickly swam down following his trainer towards the reef. A smile appeared on the small mouse as he saw the enormous amounts of Pokemon. "Horsea!" "Dra" echoed the voice of a group of wild Horsea and Seadra. The group swam down near the coral. Corsola and Binacle happily eating seaweed while staying a safe distance away from the Mareanie.
Pikachu turned to his trainer who was waving for him to come closer. When he came closer Pikachu turned his sight to where his trainer was pointing to see a group of migrating Mantine and Mantyke being surrounded by hungry Sharpedo. The Sharpedo had the Mantine and Mantyke grouped together near the seafloor surrounded but coral. Essentially trapping them to be picked off for dinner. 'Pikachu, you know what to do,' Pikachu heard a male voice in his mind. Giving Ash a quick nod the small mouse swam until he was above the Pokémon with small electric discharges emanating from his cheek pouches. The electricity was not enough to harm the Mantine and Mantyke but did catch their attention including the five Sharpedo. Without hesitation, the Sharks shot towards Pikachu as it charged up an electrical attack.
"Piiikaaaa! Cheeee!" yelled the yellow Pokémon releasing a powerful thunderbolt. Just as the lighting released blue energy took hold of the electricity effectively splitting the attack into five beams. The blue light guided the attack hitting the five predators. Light shone brightly causing nearby Pokémon to look away and the Mantine to shield the Mantyke with their bodies. Even so, the attack would not harm them only their predators. As the light faded the sight of five injured Sharpedo rapidly swimming way was seen. Once the light fully faded away trainer and Pokémon were shown with smiles on their faces. The blue had vanished from the teen's eyes.
Suddenly, their eyes widened as the last of their preserved supply of oxygen escaped from their mouths. The duo instantly began to fail this arms and legs to trudge/swim to the surface up above. The water Pokémon quickly took notice rushing to help their saviors. "Maaann!" 'Mannn!" was heard in both a high pitch and low pitch. The kite Pokémon swam up proceeding to carry the human and his partner to the surface on their backs.
The moment the mammals broke through the surface of the water they gasped for air. Relishing the fact that fresh air flowed into their desperate lungs Ash used his hand to wipe some of the water from his face, before focusing on the water types in before him. "Maaaan!" the water types exclaimed happily gathering around and nuzzling Pikachu and Ash. "Haha!" laughed the boy while his partner quickly made friends with the Pokémon.
During the next few hours, Ash and Pikachu made friends with a lot of the local water-type Pokémon that resided in Ambrette bay. Ash and Pikachu enjoyed their time as the kite Pokémon had offered to have the two surf the waves on their back. The reason being was that the Mantine and Mantyke loved to ride the waves and leap into the air like…well kites! The fun and laughter increase when other tourists and local residents joined in the fun. Later on, walking on to the beach Ash shook the water out of his hair and stretching feeling relaxed. His gaze moved back towards the bay to see adults, teens, children, and Pokémon smiling, laughing, and enjoying their time together. "Hey, Pikachu we should head back now! Let's go get some grub!" Ash called out to his start. Pikachu who was currently making a sandcastle with an adorable little girl. "Pikapi?" Pikachu said looking at his trainer before making his way to Ash. He got halfway before stopping. Pikachu turned around to see a saddened child, so he ran back and gave the little girl a hug nuzzling his face again hers before saying his goodbyes.
After the hug goodbye, Pikachu ran back to Ash who had squatted down and extended his arm out. Running up the extended arm, Pikachu took his place on his trainer's shoulder. "Did you have fun? Haha," Ash asked his best friend. "Pi Pikachu!" Pikachu replied happily. "Good. Now let's head to the Pokemon center get some dinner. I'm starving!" Ash laughed patting his toned stomach. "Pikachuuuu," Pikachu said nodding his head not at all shocked that his trainer was hungry. Seeing his Pokémon's reaction only causes Ash to laugh even more. Moving Pikachu to his head he slipped on his tank top over his wet torso, then heading back into the large beachside city. His soaked swim short clung to his skin leaving little to the imagination earnings quite a few looks from both young men and women alike as he crossed the beach to the boardwalk. Of course, Ash was completely oblivious to it or the various flirts thrown his way, much to Pikachu's sighs. By the time they had reached the boardwalk, his swim trunks were still soaked but at least they had stopped dripping. Though he would have to have to go barefoot to not get his shoes sandy.
Ash walked in the city and as he did, he smiled as he saw, in the golden light of eve, all the people and Pokémon living in harmony together. He saw both men and Machoke carrying boxes into a families' new home. He saw men and women laughing with Conkeldurr and Machamp as they all take a break from the construction of new homes for people and Pokémon. Pikachu and Ash saw how Flabebe and Floette gleefully helped grow beautiful fairy flowers while a beautiful woman watered them. This is it. This is what the wonder was to be. Neither the Rockets or the other evil teams could see that people and Pokémon can live happily together. There is no need to destroy or create a new word, to thieve or separate people and Pokémon. People and Pokémon naturally get along, even so, there are times when the bond is in trouble but that is why there are those who work to rectify those bonds.
There are many like the Elite Four and the Champions or the Rangers who constantly work to protect humans and Pokémon. On top of them all, it's the Aura Guardians who were placed for that reason. The Aura Guardians were given the power of Aura, the life force of the world, to keep the balance between humans and magical creatures. That in itself that is difficult but to be one of the last Guardians is even harder. To be honest, Ash knew that becoming a full-fledged Guardian would be very tasking, but also would cause him to take on an extraordinary responsibility. Thankfully, he was constantly encouraged by his fellow Pokémon.
"Ahh, this is amazing Pikachu. It's nice to know that everyone is happy, don't you think?" Ash said sighing contently. "Pikachu Pikapi" Pikachu replied completely agree and feeling proud that he had also taken part in helping this happen. "Speaking of happiness, I can't wait to go home tomorrow and rest though for now, I need some grub!" announced the teen as he walked into the Pokémon center his faithful partner happily complying! After going from mission to mission for just over a month it will be great to just relax at home...then the image of a certain friend with sapphire eyes crossed his mind...
Sighing they proceeded to walked straight through the lobby to where nurse Joy was sitting behind the counter. Once Ash stood in front of her, he smiled as he greeted her, "Hi, Nurse Joy, how are you?!" "Good, thank you!" she replied her mood lightening with a giggle, "Well, Ash I am assuming you're here to pick up your Pokémon am I, right?" "Yep, I hope they've been able to rest and heal up. They've all been working so hard lately it the least I could do," Ash replied with sincerity in his voice. "Chaa" cooed Pikachu as it nuzzled his trainer's cheek. The older nurse giggled at the display of affection between trainer and Pokémon. "You know it's such a refreshing thing to see young trainers and their Pokémon that care for each other," Joy sighed happily before excusing herself to retrieve the trainers Pokémon. Of course, it might sound odd that Nurse Joy knew Ash personally, but considering how often Ash visited this specific Pokemon Center Nurse Joy had no choice but to get used to the Pokemon trainer.
"Hey, Pikachu what would you like to eat?" Ash asked his buddy as he patted his belly. "Chupi!" Pikachu exclaimed gleefully. This earned a chuckle from the trainer, "Ha, why don't you try something new other than Ketchup. Doesn't it get boring?" "Pikachu pikchuka! Pikakapi," Pikachu replied crossing his arms with a huff. (Translation: Never! Ketchup will never bore me!)
"Fine, I guess you deserve some since you've been working really hard lately, but when our, "little vacation," is over you go to back on the ketchup diet," Ash said with a grinning, thus earning a huff from his little buddy. Pikachu pouted and inquired, "How come I have to go on a diet! You eat so much more than I do! All I want, need, desire, is the red sauce of heaven!" "And that's why you need to lay off the Ketchup! The last time I let you with ketchup alone you got wasted on it. Don't know how it's possible but you did! And in my defense, all the food I eat I keep down with exercise and I don't eat food that gets me drunk," Ash retorted defensively.
Pikachu huffed and pouted at Ash when their attention was called by Nurse Joy. "Here you go. They are in perfect health. I must say that your Pokémon are very empowered. You must be a good trainer," Joy said complimenting Ash as a trainer. "Thanks, Nurse Joy, but they do all the work I just there for support. I'm pretty sure that if I wasn't in the picture, they'd be just a strong," Ash replied gratefully with a bright smile. Smiling Nurse Joy told Ash, "And modest too, if only I was a few years younger, (sigh). If you need anything else don't hesitate to ask, have a great day." Question marks appeared around Ash's head when the nurse commented, not understanding what she was getting at by, "If only she was younger," but grinned happily when she mentions his Pokémon, "Sure, thanks, Nurse Joy."
While Ash put his pokeball on his belt he tried to talk to his partner, but instantly realized that he was gone. "Pikachu?" he questioned while simultaneously spinning around to looking to find his starter. He then froze when heard two voice that giggled in glee from behind him. 'Pikachu? Who was the second voice? It couldn't be? Could it?' Ash thought to himself turning to see his best bud speaking to a girl. Oh, but not just any girl, the most beautiful girl, the girl he thought about most.
The raven-haired teen looked in wonder at the sight of a beautiful girl who had bent down to look at the small Pokémon at her feet. The girl looked up meeting the boy's gaze with a bright smile. Immediately, Ash turned away trying to keep his blushing face from being seen. The brown-haired girl wore a loose light orange blouse and a pair of pure white mini-shorts. She also wore a white bow in her hair, a gem-filled bracelet on her wrist, and white Vans on her feet. (Or whatever you want to call it in the Pokémon world)
Picking up the small Pikachu, the girl walked up to the boy, "Hi, Ash." "H-Hi, May, how are you?" Ash asked regaining his composer but stuttered anyway. Pikachu rolled his eyes with a huff wondering how it was possible for his trainer to be so oblivious with every humans' sexual advances or comments, but when it came to May he was suddenly aware of everything involving romance. "Well, I'm great…" May replied avoiding Ash's eyes, "What, what about you?" Ash had noticed that May was hiding something, from the aura coming from his friend, he knew he shouldn't question it. His face gleamed with happiness, "I'm feeling great! Pikachu and I just came back from the-" "Excuse me for interrupting, but Mr. Ketchum I received this in the mail addressed to you from an A.G.," Nurse Joy spoke as she apologized to the two. "Oh, it's alright Nurse Joy, thank you," Ash replied happily taking the small white cardboard box. "My pleasure, please excuse me," Joy said before leaving.
Turing back Ash asked, "May if it's okay with you, w-why don't we head to my house. Mom said she'd be home and making dinner. There we can continue catching up. Also, Pikachu and I are kind of hungry, aren't we bud?!" "Pika!" Pikachu replied lifting one arm in agreement. May grinned and shook her head, "Boys…(giggle)" With that Ash lead the way home.
Leaving the city, they made their way towards the east shore to a familiar house of a certain professor. Stepping inside Ash and Pikachu exclaimed with joy. "Mom, I'm home!" "Pika Piiii!" Their voice carried to a certain woman who smiled. Quickly, arriving to greet her son and friend. "Ash, about time you got home and with a girl no less," teased the beautiful tanned woman with stunning white hair, "Hello, May it's been so long. I'm glad to see you!" May smiled greeting the stunning woman, "Thank you, Professor Burnet. It's really nice to see you too!" "Mom, where's Elio? Questioned Ash noticing that his little brother hadn't tackled him yet like he usually did when Ash came home from his travels. "Oh, he's spending the night at the neighbors with his friend. Elio should be home tomorrow morning. So, don't worry he's fine. Well, come on in make yourself at home. Ash help me set the table, Kukui will be here soon," Burnet said making her way to the kitchen followed by Ash. May nodded, "Alright, may I use your bathroom?" After directing May Burnet turned to her son with a fiendish grin, "So, you brought a girl home huh?" Ash took a step back from his mom feeling his face begin to burn up, "Well, I um…you see. She's visiting and-" He tried to formulate a sentence about found it difficult and was cut off but a chuckle coming from the door causing both to turn to the source. There, coming in through the front door was none other than Professor Kukui. Burnet rushed over to her husband embracing him as she began to gush about Ash finally growing up! Tears of joy ran down her face as she shook with happiness speaking of how proud she was of Ash. Kukui sweatdropped with a weary smile then looked over at his son with an equally proud shine in his eyes. "Seen, you finally learned to use attract on a young lady, way to go, Ash," Kukui congratulated the boy making Ash's blush only deepen. All the while Pikachu rolled around the floor laughing loudly. After, a moment Ash turned away from his parents to finish setting up the table hoping to calm the blush over his face. Thankfully, May happened to return from the bathroom in time to save Ash from this embarrassment.
The pair of quickly started a conversation with May and much to Ash and May's horror the conversation consisted mainly of teasing and Kukui's move puns such as sweet kiss, charm, baby-doll eyes, destiny bond, and flatter. Culminating in the present moment with Ash's face planted firmly on the table and May redder than her Blaziken's feather. All the while Burnet wore an amused grin at her husband's overuse of Pokemon move puns. Finally, Kukui decided to quit it as he wiped a tear from his eye, "Alright, Alright, I'm done. So, May what brings you to the Alola region?" "I was just trying to think of what to do next. With the Sinnoh Grand Festival over I wanted to a week to relax and what better place than the tourist destination of Alola, maybe even visit the Aether Foundation," May responded starry-eyed, "And as I said to Ash on the way here, I did want to see you all as well, since we haven't seen each other for quite a while." Hearing May finally brought Ash back from the depts of his shame. Sitting up he looked over at his mom, "If that's the case then mom can give you a tour, after all, she is the head scientist there working with Lusamine." May's jaw dropped at this. May knew that Professor Burnet had her own laboratory but had no idea she also worked with the Aether Foundation.
"Professor Burnet, that's amazing! Not only do you have your own research lab on dimensions and Interdream zone but you're working with the Aether Foundation. No, wonder you've been nominated for this year's Alola women of the year!" May exclaimed as she began to fan over the older woman, "By any chance are you working on the rumored Ultra wormholes?"
At hearing May comment about Ultra wormholes she snapped at Ash with a glare as the boy shrank in his seat. "I-It may have slipped in conversation when we were talking about you over a call, heh, heh…" Ash said with a weak smile. Eye switching from Ash to Burnet she felt confused for a moment before asking if she had said something wrong. Kukui shook his head, "Not per se. See, Burnet's work at the foundation has to be kept quiet. She can talk about it and all put only to those who she deems as trustworthy of knowing. Now, it's not that we don't trust you, the problem is that Ash told you of it without letting us know." At this Kukui join his wife with a stern expression causing the boy to shrink even more. "Piika, pi ka pi," Pikachu nodded in agreement with both parents. Ash snapped the Pokemon blaming him for this.
Sighing Burnet gave up since May knew either way. Plus, May can be trusted, being one of the few people to stuck by as the most during that hard time. Sure, Ash had many people looking out for him but May seem to have been there for him most even most of the time it had to be over the phone. "Not to worry May, I'd be happy to give you the tour. We can go tomorrow if you'd like, I'll send Lusamine a notice after dinner that we'll be going," replied the scientist before changing the subject, "Now, tell me about how you're feeling about winning you first Grand Festival! I bet you're feeling like you on top of the world!" Ash's eyes flickered blue for a split second as he felt the aura of the girl beside him quiver. Her aura trembled as if trying to keep from an outburst. "Oh, I'm great. It was exhilarating when it was all over and to hear my name being called out as the winner of the festival," May said with hurt in each word. Ash and Pikachu quickly caught on with the subtle changes in her voice and if his parents noticed they didn't show it, so neither would he at least not yet.
Laughed after gulping down his food, "I can only assume, after all seeing you appeal was a beautiful as a dazzling gleam. I must say that we were all glued to the screen." "You watched the Grand festival!?" "Of course, Ash had us all in the living room stuck. He wouldn't let any of us leave not even to use the bathroom. He was so pumped to see your match against the green-haired boy in the finals he ended up blocking the view until Lycanroc tackled his out of the way." "Dad!" Ash complained wanting to bury himself to get away from the sheer quantity of embarrassing things his parents had made him go through that night. "Aw, I think its cute," May giggled with her hand to her mouth knowing she might just laugh out loud if she didn't.
Once, they had finished Ash and May stepped out to go for a walk towards Ten Carrot hill. As they went shrank in the distance both adults watch them thoughtfully from the front porch. Burnet leaned over to rest her head on his shoulder who places his chin atop her head. "It nice to see Ash finally showing some interest in someone. He's been focused on his Pokemon and personal training I thought he'd never show any interest in anyone male or female regardless!" Burnet laughed. "Hey, give Ash some credit. He knows how to charm anyone, he was just a bit slow on the uptake. Either way, May seems to be the girl that makes things click for him. Not to mention the know each other better than the back of their own hands."
"True, apart from Pikachu she's the person he most trust. Isn't that right Pikachu?" the whited haired woman asked the Pokemon on her arms. "Pika, Pika!" replied the mouse with a thumbs up. They stayed there looking out to the sea as the sun dipped into the sea. Kukui knew well his wife. She was someone determined and intelligent. A woman of many talents that made his research look like child's play, yet she never spoke about his research as worthless or frivolous. One thing that made his fall in love with her evermore was how she was an exceptional mother figure to both their children. Right from the moment, she had moved in when they first married; she instantly jumped into that of a motherly figure for Ash. Burnet just had an air of wisdom to her that astounded him add that to her natural instinct at sensing problems and solving them. After, being married to her for seven years now he learned to see the subtle changes in her mood and body language. He held her tighter and kissed her head asking, "What's on your mind, honey?" "…I was just thinking back to that first year. All those times I found him crying out on the beach late at night. All the hurt held during the day; all the sadness he kept shut during the day only to let it out at night alone. Now, look at him, so strong and happy. I think we've done a good job with him," she replied leaning deeper into her husband's bare chest, "Now, we just have to worry about that hyperactive little monster I gave birth too, haha." The man laughed full-heartedly, "And we'll do as a great of a job with our like sunspot, as with our oldest. After, they got you as a mother,"
"Don't sell yourself short Kukui. You're an okay dad…maybe it is goo that they have me around," Burnet tease before running back inside laughing. "Oh, so that how it's gonna be, haha," Kukui shout running after. Laughter echoed through the house.
[7 years ago in Pallet town. A few months after the first Alolan Pokemon league]
Three people and once Pokemon walked up to the familiar house belonging to the two professors. The building had been renovated and a few additions were put in place effectively making the home big in order to fit the growing family. The young boy held his Pokemon in his arms like a stuffed Teddiursa keeping his eyes hidden by his hat. He was directed to his new room but the region's professor, or rather his new father. His room was full of all his belongings from his old home, from his bedsheets to his knickknacks. Atop his dressers were all his gym badges and Z-crystals. He saw the man speak to him with caring words and the ten-year-old was sure he was trying his best to make him feel better, but that the moment he just could hear a single word he said. Everything felt so silent, his world was deaf and empty. After, a bit the man retreated from the room leaving the boy alone with his small partner.
"Pi?"
"…"
"Chaa, pikapi kapi Pikachu…"
"I sorry…I…I'm just going to sleep okay Pikachu," the raven boy got into his bed lying on his side letting his partner Pokemon curl up to his side. Letting sleep overcome him, his heart and breathing calmed as Pikachu look up to his Pikapi's face. 'I'm here for you Ash…'
Down in the basement laboratory, both new parents were on a conference call with the Kanto region's Professor Oak, the Petalburg gym leader and his wife, head of the Pokemon league committee Charles Goodshow, the Aura Guardian Riley and the various regional professors. "Hello, Professor Kukui and Professor Burnet," spoke Professor Oak brings a start to this conversation the main topic of interest being that of the famed Ash Ketchum. Once the initial greeting was done way with it became clear to the new parents just how much Ash was connected to many people and organizations of all kind. 'Damn, I knew this Ash had been around the block, but this is astonishing!' Kukui chuckled within his mind. First came the questions regarding Ash trip to his new home, and how he was adjusting to his new home. Burnet was quick to remark that Ash was safe and sound, however, Ash remained very quiet and spoke few word, unlike his usual outgoing personality. Of course, this was very concerning by they all knew that the boy would need time to heal. Normal asked if Burnet and Kukui could keep him updated with news of Ash as the Maple family, especially May, were worried about Ash; to which the professors agreed.
Next to speak was that of Charles Goodshow who wanted to talk to them about then Pokemon league. Concerning the topics of the Champion and the Elite Four. "Professors Kukui and Burnet as you know that the young boy is the first-ever Pokemon League conference winner in the Alola region. Also, due to the fact that Alola does not have an Elite Four, which under normal circumstances a conference winner must defeat to become Champion, Ash Ketchum is officially the region's champion. The youngest champion out any region at that. Though I do not doubt Ash's skill and incredible accomplishments around the world, his far too young to be responsible for keeping an entire region protected especially not with the current circumstances. In addition to that, Ash is a child, after all, he needs to be able to grow at his own pace and enjoy the adventures that our world can give him!" "As the founder and coordinated of the Alolan Pokemon league professor Kukui I urge you to elect powerful trainers to form the Alolan Elite Four. Thus, allowing them to take up the responsibility until the time Ash is able to truly take up the mantle, and eventually defend that title from opposing trains."
All the while all the regional professors and the rest all thought it over before all agreeing that it would be the best choice. Kukui had begun to think of this subject of the Elite Four since the Manalo conference was finished but was in no rush as he still had a year before the next conference. However now it was necessary to allow his son to heal and grow into a young man who can handle to world.
Next came the many suggestions from Professors Birch, Elm, Rowan, Juniper, and Sycamore who all offered their time to help Ash learn not only about Pokemon but how knowledge about the world and things he'll need to know to live a life well-lived. Ash's parents agreed that once Ash felt better and was up to it they'd let him travel throughout the regions. Riley was the last who spoke and was unknown to most of those taking part in the conference call. In fact, he won't have been in the conversation if not for Professor Oak who knew about Riley. See, even though the Kingdom of Rota was its own sovereign nation apart from Kanto, but because the kingdom was still within Kanto's borders, they still fell under professor Oaks jurisdiction as a regional professor. Also, he was invited to Camoron palace many times where saw Riley training may time.
"Hello, everyone, allow me to introduce myself. I am Riley, head of military defense for the sovereign kingdom of Rota. Not may know of my country as it is small and we do not like to cause problems without neighboring regions of Johto, Kanto and Sinnoh. Before I continue on to my main reason for speaking. Since, Ash is not only famous for being a champion but also because he is known as the first of the Alola region, because of this he is known worldwide and is also in the ever-watchful eye of the media. Rumors of Ash's mother's passing are spreading like wildfire and many people are beginning to speculate that this mother's loss could cause Ash to put the Alola a risk for various reason. Thanks to false media reports the wrong kind of people could target Ash to gain control of the region."
"We'll protect him! He's our son now meaning he's ours to keep safe!" Burnet snapped feeling as though her ability to protect was being questioned. Her outburst shocking all those present including Kukui and excluding Riley who wore a serious face. "Professor Burnet, I don't doubt your ability and determination to protect your son, but remember he is also a Pokemon trainer. He will want to travel and see the world and meet as many Pokemon as he can. Where ever he goes, he will be recognized at the Alolan champion and some may even try to hurt him. Other such as the media may through slander or dry to drag his reputation through the mud. Thus, I'd like to suggest that you be careful and keep an eye out for those Eelektrik."
"Now this brings me to my main point. As we are all here because we are concerned for Ash, I assume it's safe to say everyone here is trustworthy, as such I would like you all to keep from disclosing any of the information, I will provide to keep Ash safe."
Riley paused for a moment to allow all the time to contemplate before speaking. "As Caroline and I, we've known as for some time and have trusted him with our own kids' safety during their travels. So, I'd be damn if we can't keep his trust." Professor Sycamore spoke next, "We're talk about a boy how would confront a raging Garchomp to save it and the people safe from harm, we'd be foolish to not stand by his side." So, rained the comment of acknowledgment and accepting to keep this information on the downlow. Kukui and Burnet looked at each other wondering what could be so important that it needed to be kept secret.
"When news of Ash's mother passing came to be known by Queen Ilene, our monarch, she was concerned over her friend's wellbeing." At this they all sat with jaw dropped; Ash had somehow managed to meet a queen as well actually befriend said Queen. The parents looked at each other in surprise before giggle shaking their heads in disbelief, if only they knew that they were about to be told even more surprising news. "Queen Illene would have spoken to you directly though she thought I'd be better suited given the topic. That being said the topic of which I'll be talking about is that of the Aura Guardians. (That floor everyone, raising question marks, not knowing what that even was.) Queen Ilene and I are worried that with Ash's current emotional state his aura may become unstable and could very well flare up causing any kind of damage be it physical or effecting other's emotions." Rile went on to explain about his actual status in the royal court as Chief Aura Guardian. Then explained what had happened the time Ash, May, Max, and Brock had gone through when the had visited Rota as well as Ash having a powerful and similar aura to that of Sir Aaron. He also brought to attention if they had noticed how Ash happened to be involved with champions, professors and even the international police or how he seemed to draw in Pokemon to him, more specifically legendary Pokemon. As it came to light as each professor listed the legendries, they knew Ash had encountered which was quite the list when they were all jotted down. "Leave it to the boy to find himself in those situations," remarked Juniper with a chuckled.
"Hmm," the Aura Guardian nodded fondly, "It is for these reasons I would like to train Ash in the ways of the Aura Guardians. Ash had the capacity to become a powerful defender of peace and justice if he so chooses. Having the ability to use to manipulate aura ins such a way will help Ash keep a balance to his emotion in a way that is healthy to his wellbeing. I can teach his way to control his negative emotions and give way for joy. If it would be alright with you Professors Kukui and Burnet, training would have to be spilt between Ash coming to stay in Rota for training as well as for me to come and train Ash as home. I suggest this because as head of military defense I must be in Rota most of the time. So, what are your thoughts, professors Burnet and Kukui?"
The woman and man respectively paused; both simply trying to let all this information sink in. It wasn't every day a group of highly regarded people told them that this child was unbelievably special. Burnet thought of all her in her home region of Unova studying with Fennel. All the exciting things she had discovered there and the adventures she's had in Alola with her husband and friends. So many mysteries to solve about dimensions and the spaces between them all of it somehow seem little compared for the things she was about to see as a mother. When the couple found out they were going to have a baby they were happily surprised and albeit a bit scared, even more so bringing Ash home; and now this, even more so, was daunting. As daunting as it seemed she couldn't help but feel excited and curious to see what her life of parenthood would bring. Kukui felt a sense of pride grow in him at the thought of his son. He knew Ash was one of a kind from the start, and with this new information, he just felt proud, like a proud dad, which he was now.
"Riley, Professors, Mr. Goodshow, and Mr. and Mrs. Maple, thank you all for your concern for our boy. It truly warms our hearts to know that Ash has so many people looking out for him. I think I can speak for both Burnet and I that we humbly and graciously accept all you've offered and acknowledge you're advise. We look forward to speaking with all of you more. Once more thank you," Kukui spoke with sincerity. After, a few smaller topics they began to log off one by one until all, but Professor Oak was left on the line. "On a personal level my I call you both just by your names? (They nodded.) Kukui, Burnet, I can't thank you both enough for what you're doing for Ash. As our boy's Godfather I was happy to bring him into my home, yet I'm glad Ash is getting the opportunity to grow up with loving parents just like yourselves. Just like the Maples asked could you inform me of Ash's progress as well. Gary, my grandson and Ash's, "Rival," is quite worried about him and I'd say its to the level of May Maple, not to mention the long list of Ash's friends who have contacted my lab asking about Ash, haha. Gary's been calling me every day want to know if there's any news about him." "Oh, that's not a problem at all. I would be our pleasure to keep you updated and we can only imagine the list," Burnet said giggling, "It'd be surprised if he didn't have so many friends. Though May and Gary do stand out from the rest with Ash..."
There we have it at the end of this chapter. Quite long I know, however, I like it this way as if it feels like it's not chopped up, at least in my opinion, either way, I hope you enjoyed it.