Chapters 2 : Live without them
The cinema could be seen again, many of those present were feeling better after releasing the emotions they had in their own way, even Ash could feel good than after the fragile moment he was left behind. Now the main character is sitting next to his mother, with May and Dawn on the other side, everyone accepts the change of positions, because in this way they can get to know each other and in the process, they let Ash to be with the people he had seen die.
Bonnie: The screen started to light up.
Ash: Live without them.
Everyone feels sad and regretful, there are also people who hate Ash ketchum like some guy with a head like a lettuce and taught by Norman caused this disaster.
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It was a quiet day in the beautiful town of Pallet in the Kanto region. A brown-haired boy was sitting in his office reading some papers when he stopped to look at the clock on the wall.
????: "Ash, can you go get Pokémon food?" It was almost time to feed them, and my grandfather told me to pick up a package in Ciudad Verde so he could be responsible if a new trainer arrived. "
The brown haired man in a lab coat was reading some papers from a last minute fax while he drank a cup of freshly brewed coffee and his Umbreon caught the attention of he.
Ash: "I'm coming Gary, my god, you've become more bossy since the professor and Tracey put you in charge."
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Gary: Ha! I know that at some point you will be under my command, Ashy-boy. *The brown haired boy exclaimed with fake pride, looking to cheer up his childhood friend to help him get out of that depressive attitude.*
Ash: Just keep fantasizing about it Gary.
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Like the brown haired guy, Ash Ketchum was wearing a lab coat but in a bad mood, he was looking for the damn key to the food warehouse with each specific type of Pokémon, at Oak Ranch there were many types of Pokémon and since then he has been responsible for taking care of each Pokémon on the farm, asking Brock to teach him how to prepare food for each specific type.
Gary: "Hey, don't blame me and stop complaining about this job, you're the one who decided to retire as a trainer to take charge of all the Pokémon on the farm."
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Ash: H-like I'm going to retire as a coach? *The black-haired man's eyes widened in surprise, looking and trying to listen to what Gary said.*
Gary: Maybe... It's because of what happened in Kalos.
No one wanted to say anything more, but Ash's friends and people who loved Ash just looked at him with surprised and worried eyes. The answer was obvious.
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The brown haired boy regretted saying the last sentence sarcastically, he already knew how the raven man would react.
Ash: "AND YOU KNOW VERY GOODLY WHY I DID IT! I no longer had the motivation to continue pursuing my dream after what happened in Kalos."
The brown haired boy made a bitter face, he didn't want to remind his friend about the incident that happened two years ago, the black haired boy made a gloomy face when recalling that event, he still had nightmares about that day , the day he failed, the day he lost the motivation to continue his dream, the day his heart was broken.
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Dawn/May: Oh Ash... *Both coordinators looked at Ash with great concern and hugged him as best they could.*
For her part, Delia caressed her son's head, ignoring her taking off his hat and kissing his forehead. The rest just silently waited to see how the boy they considered the strongest in the world would react.
Lionel: Two years... Ash, where did you go after what happened in Kalos?
Ash: I was in Alola studying and helping the region before Professor Kukui opened the first tournament.
Lionel: And then you decided to enter the World Championship Tournament, am I wrong?
Ash: You're right.
Lionel: So he missed out on all those adventures... We're literally looking at the present moment.
Everyone fell silent, understanding the previous champion's words and looked at the screen again.
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Ash: "Nurse Joy! "Whose Piplup is that!?"
Ash ran after the nurse who was holding Piplup in her arms, seemingly having difficulty breathing, Brock arrived a little later and moved closer to carefully observe the little penguin's condition.
Brock: (It seems his life is not in danger but he needs to rest)
E. Joy: "It was found near a building that collapsed due to that tree root, it needed a vent."
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The trainer and owner of Piplup now had some confusing feelings, on the one hand she felt relieved that her beloved Pokémon was safe, but on the other hand she was afraid of how Ash would react, Could it be worse than the one she had encountered? are you hugging? I don't know that and I don't want to know, but it's inevitable, they're here to react to that world and that's what they intend to do.
On the other hand, Piplup, this Pokémon looking at me through the screen, tightening its small fin to try to suppress its rage, is considered one of Dawn's strongest and most trustworthy Pokémon, but with its what it just saw, is it really like that? ? is it strong? He is currently rethinking the idea of continuing to be a cute Piplup, because thinking about it from another perspective, Kenny, who used to bully Dawn, has an Empoleon who always performs excellently in competitions which they eventually collided with.
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Ash: (Piplup is a rare Pokémon in Kalos as well as the most common Pokémon in Sinnoh)
He felt his stomach begin to churn as if he had just swallowed a lump of lead. The feeling that something bad had happened increased when the little penguin opened its eyelids, looked at him for a moment, and then began to sob. bloom.
E.Joy: "Sorry but this Piplup seems to recognize you, do you know who its owner is?"
Ash: "D-Dawn..."
Brock was no better than his friend, at the mention of him being found near a collapsed building, he could only think of the worst.
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The same thing happened to the brown-haired man in similar moments, he had seen it on the screen, but seeing the reaction of that "me" made him clench his fists in frustration, noting remembering in his mind that he would not only be a doctor to save the lives of the injured, but he would become stronger to be able to protect them, so he looked at his Pokémon waiting for a response. Brock's Pokémon saw him frown and quickly understood what he wanted to do, so his Pokémon nodded without question. Trust that they will get stronger under the coach's training.
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The little penguin struggled a bit to get out of the nurse's arms and started walking towards the exit, signaling that they should follow him, which Brock and Ash did.
E.Joy: "Wait, that Pokémon can't walk, get back here!"
The nurse was ignored because she was worried about what might happen to the two girls. Ash was about to leave the hospital and continue chasing the little penguin when a hand stopped him.
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Ash: Serena...
Lisia: Wow, he recognized you that quickly just because he raised his hand? *Looked at the honey-haired girl with mocking eyes but received no response from her.*
Serena: *The honey-haired girl just nervously stared at the screen, she was sure that from now on something would happen to Ash.*
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Serena: "Ash, thank God you woke up when Diantha saved you but you're still unconscious, I feared the worst."
The honey-haired girl hugged from behind. Ash didn't pay attention to what his friend was saying. His mind only had one thought: to follow Piplup. He suddenly broke away from the hug and continued. on the way with Brock.
Serena: "Ash..."
The honey-haired woman sat on the floor, stunned, looking like a black-haired man, who also didn't look her in the eye as he continued walking.
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Ash: Speaking first Serena, sorry for what that version of me did, I know I was tactless and you were worried about me.
Serena: You don't need to worry, you have your rights, you're lost and your priority is them.
They both smiled without taking their eyes off the other person, which set off alarm bells in many people when they noticed the serene expression on both of their faces.
Lisia: *V waved his hand at Serena's gaze, seeing that she didn't react.*
Sandshrew:... Oh my, who would have thought Serena, you would like Ash's little gift so much? You still have him even though you haven't seen each other all this time.
Serena woke up from her dream world when Sandshrew told about her precious blue bow, it was something simple but for her it was very important, it was the first gift her crush gave her, but those thoughts disappeared when she noticed Lisia's smile... beside him.
Lisia: Ara ara?~ Did I hear correctly? Did your precious Ash give you a beautiful gift that you will never forget?
Serena: I-it's not like that Lisia, you got it wrong!
Sandshrew: So this photo proves you wrong.
The girls interested in Ash all received the final level danger, and all glared at Ash and Serena.
Serena: Tee~Hee *makes the girls even more jealous*.
A/N:(Damn I saw the leaf style somewhere)
before this tension escalates further.
Ash: Girls, calm down. When you're done watching this, I'll take you out. Consider it a gift from me. *Speaks with his signature smile that makes girls blush*.
Girls: Yes, I agree
While Ash was thinking where to take the girls and the other boys were cursing Ash for his luck.
Sandshrew: let's continue.
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Piplup kept running with his little legs, he felt terrible, he could pass out at any moment, but finding Ash gave him the motivation to continue. Maybe all is not lost, this boy has done miracles in the past, maybe and just maybe, if he does it He goes to where his coach and her friend are where they are, they will be saved.
Ash: "Piplup, how much longer? Are you girls okay, answer me!"
Ash looked horrified at the state of the city.
Ash: "(What the hell is going on here?)"
Piplup didn't turn to look at him, his job was to guide him before he lost consciousness. If you stop for a second you won't be able to get through. The little penguin stopped walking, he went to the ruins and said goodbye to his trainer. With what little strength he had left, he raised a finned hand and pointed at the pile of rubble.
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Dawn: Piplup, you did a great job, the other Dawn will be very happy with what you achieved.
The penguin Pokémon just nodded, staring at the screen and trying to hold back tears. Bluenette was surprised not to see her Pokémon puffing out her chest proudly, but somehow she knew what her thoughts were and to let them pass, she also had to think about improving herself somehow.
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Ash turned pale as he looked at the ruined building. Piplup lost consciousness. Ash just thought they would treat him later. Ash began digging with his bare hands among the rubble. He didn't have any Pokémon with him since they were being treated at the Pokémon center. Brock also started doing the same and called his three Pokémon, Graveler, Chansey and Sudowoodo to help them dig...
Ash "This is May's!"
Ash held in his hand a red scarf with an orb symbol on it, he started digging more recklessly, his hands hurt and started to bleed, but he didn't care, after a few hours, people The crow man felt nauseous. He wanted to vomit after discovering...three inert and lifeless bodies, pale as a sheet of paper and bloody from the many debris that had fallen on them.
Ash: "Mom, May....Dawn"
That was the last thing the black haired man said causing him to lose consciousness.
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The whole room was silent again, looking in horror at the bodies of the women who died in that world. Ash did not hesitate to hug his mother and friends tightly, trying to hold back the tears. The girl nodded in agreement and they tried to reassure the boy so he could continue to look at the world with peace of mind.
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Ash shook his head at the sickening images in his memory.
Gary: "Ash, I'm sorry, I didn't want to remind you of..."
The brown-haired boy carefully approached his friend. After the incident, it took Ash several months to say a word, and more than a year to leave home. There was a certain honey-haired girl willing to take care of him for a while. he recovers, but Ash's condition and mood make it difficult to give up, returning to Kalos with a broken heart.
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The two people in question couldn't help but open their eyes in surprise, on the one hand we have Ash, who didn't expect to fall into such a depressed state that he couldn't face the world for so long. While Serena had confusing feelings, on the one hand she felt happy to know the house where the boy she liked lived and she could vouch that it was cozy, but on the other hand, she became very nervous. when the storyteller. mentioned "broken hearts." Maybe that's your version...?
Bonnie: oh... And I'm excited to see the kiss again. *Bonnie mumbled dejectedly, not realizing that many necks were broken just to see the girl.*
Delia: Dear Bonnie, can you tell me about the kiss?
Bonnie was about to speak, but when she looked towards Delia, she also noticed Ash's gesture, asking her to keep quiet.
Sandshrew: Oh if I remember correctly, Serena had to go to Hoenn to practice in... Palermo. I think it's called that.
Bonnie: And Serena knew that she might not get to see Ash for a long time, so she ran upstairs and with all her courage, she kissed Ash, definitely a very beautiful moment.
The whole room remained silent, trying to process the information, Lisia on the other hand was very excited, it was a scene like that that she imagined could happen in Kalos at any time and she hoped some time will be able to relive that scene.
Misty: T-was that a kiss on the cheek like Latias or...?
Bonnie: absolutely on the lips, without a doubt, Pikachu's expression speaks for itself. *Points to an image displayed on the screen for a moment.*
Me: Bonnie you killed Ash
Now there was no doubt that all the girls who were interested in Ash looked at Serena with jealous eyes, now they were sure that she was the most dangerous opponent, having the courage to receive her first kiss. Ash's fairy proved it.
Lillie: Wait... Isn't Latias the name of Altomare's legendary Pokémon?
Everyone seemed confused by the question but Lillie was right so they looked at Ash's companions to find out more, none of them were willing to give an answer, especially Ash who still remembered that kiss, still confused whether it was given to me by the person or not. This legend or friend, the fact that Latias only took the form of her friend made things even more confusing.
Lisia: That's my friend! I'm very proud and jealous because you were the one who gave me your first kiss.
Serena: Maybe if you weren't so exhausted, a guy would pay attention to you. *She cried out, annoyed and embarrassed, even though she now understood the enemies her other self had to take on.* Wait a minute, does anyone care about Ash?
Lisia: It's going to be difficult though, notice I'm very protective and will only accept whoever beats him in a fat class battle, it's not endless he's a former Champion, Leader Director of the training department at Arrecipolis and one of the best coordinators in the world that I know of.
Goh opened his eyes at that information, recalling Ash's encounter with the man described, but he wanted to keep his comments to himself, the less others knew, the less trouble there would be.
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Ash: "Don't worry Gary, I'll get over it-"
Ash shook his head again.
Ash: "I'll be fine."
The black-haired man could only give a forced smile.
The brown haired boy sighed at his friend's condition since he returned from Kalos, the boy full of dreams and the desire for adventure was no longer the same, the boy he knew before had died that day. there. When Gary heard the news and met his friend to support him for a while, Gary thought it was someone else with the same face as his friend, Ash didn't smile or eat and he was afraid of what he would do one day. That's crazy for yourself. depression.
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With what the narrator mentioned, Delia couldn't help but scream, although seeing his death was painful, it was something to be expected, dying one day was something that crossed her mind. the mind of an adult at a certain time. at that time of his life, but imagining his son was about to die, that was something he did not want for anything in the world, so he looked at May and Dawn and pleaded with his eyes, the girls accepted. , separated from Ash to receive their mother's affection and that of an aunt.
Sandshrew: Chale Now how do we tell him that Ash has died about a year or so and it's only through the power of the script that he comes back to life?
Pikachu and those Pokémon still didn't understand much of what the narrator was saying, but now they felt extremely uncomfortable, as if they weren't keeping an eye on their dear friend, something that followed the junior out.
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Seriously, Gray kept thanking the Pokémon at the farm for being the last pillar that continued to help his friend survive the day, a small yellow mouse walked into the lab with a few keys in its mouth. .
Ash: "Pikachu so you found it"
Ash walked closer to his first pokemon to get the storage key
Gary: "I see you found the key, I'm going, I won't be able to get that package myself. If my grandfather sends me to work part-time, it will probably take a few days."
The brown haired boy left the lab, leaving Ash alone next to his first pokemon.
Ash: "Ready to help me feed my family."
The electric mouse nodded and climbed onto the trainer's head. Ash, with two bags of food as large as his body on his shoulders, began searching the horizon for one of his Pokémon. It doesn't take long to search. him to find his Bulbasaur, who he kept near the lab at this time.
The first generation starter Pokemon Flora smiled and happily complied with his request, shooting a small ray of sun that exploded in the sky like fireworks, forming a disc-like shape, soon Soon a large herd of Pokémon was in front of the jet waiting for his breakfast, which made Ash smile a little, not just from himself but from the other trainers as well. Over time, some trainers left their Pokémon here for later research. When Ash finished distributing the food, he stood looking at his Pokémon from there. Kanto said to Kalos but his smile turned melancholy as he observed the Pokémon that originally belonged to girls. He gained custody of them when Piplup revealed the audio recorded in poketch ,Ashy-boy who wandered several years ago when he returned to his hometown.
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Gardenia: Wow, I have to admit that Bulbasaur is very well trained, being able to use the sun's rays and shape them is something special
Ash: Praising him won't make him come to you, Bulbasaur is proud but humble and loves his job as a lab guardian, right?
The original plant nodded with a characteristic low cry, holding up the vines to attract attention and receiving a few shouts of support from friends on the farm.
Gardenia: hm, at some point it will be mine. *The girl replied, pouting because Ash had rejected her offer.*
James: Are you talking about making a fool or a Pokémon your own? Why, if it's drawn later then you have a small line because Team Rocket goes first.
Gardenia: Nice to see you again James, do you have any other Pokémon that want to leave me? *The answer completely ignores the question about the most popular anime villain.*
James: ...Just tell me if Cacnea still drinks chocolate milk.
Gardenia: Don't worry, Cacnea is stronger and is waiting for your visit.
James just nodded, hoping that among the Pokémon that came there would also be his favorite Pokémon.
While the conversation between the two of them was going on, May, Dawn and their respective Pokémon looked at the displayed Pokémon worriedly, it was clear that many of them were not feeling well at all and it depressed them, they were sure they would be one of the most affected along with Ash.
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The girls' Pokémon are depressed after the news of their deaths. It took them a while to eat again or even smile. Professor Oak helped them a lot during their recovery along with Pokémon Ash who welcomed them like family.
Ash wasn't the best support for them, he locked himself in his room for months listening to that recording day and night, only the smallest Pokémon could enter his house without destroying it. can keep him company.
Pikachu spent more time with Buneary, trying his best to stop him from crying.
Glaceon, who considers May to be her mother, suffers from constant nightmares
Blaziken lost his competitive spirit but Scepttail managed to revive it over time
Munchlax loses appetite
Skitty and Pachirisu stopped playing constantly and started sleeping more often.
Mamoswine is acting more violently than ever, seemingly blaming himself because he is the muscle member of Dawn's team and he should have been her guardian.
Togekiss and her motherly nature were the first to recover to help the rest, but in the afternoon, she was seen flying in the sky looking at the sun with a melancholy expression.
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Each of the Pokémon mentioned looked sad
saddened by the expressions of his teammates, even Ambipom, who was not on stage, was sad for his companions, looking to cheer up those most affected along with Togekiss, Pikachu, like above screen, decided to go. cheer up Buneary, something Sceptile imitates in finding his best friend and the conversation between the two Quilavas.
Ash: Guys. *Attracts the attention of his friends' Pokémon, then bows to apologize.* I apologize on his behalf, even if he is depressed, he must have done something for you.
Blaziken, one of the people who knew Ash best, approached the boy and simply patted his shoulder, gave him a calm look, and began speaking in his language.
Sandshrew: He says you have nothing to apologize for, surely his version and everyone else's version also understands your sadness.
Ash just nodded at Sandshrew's translation, thanked Blaziken for his words, and sat down.
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Ash was tired of day after day life, everything looked grey, his mother's smile or the breakfast he would never see again, the girls' smiles or the interesting conversations about their trips gone, none of it will come back, there will be a moment in which a clothesline looks very tempting to end the new reality that is a part of his life, but seeing Pokémon of the girls and of himself, he did not have the courage to end his suffering, perhaps he would not be able to fulfill his promise to continue. with dreams of becoming a Pokémon master, but he will fulfill his promise to take charge of the Pokémon that are now his family.
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The room was filled with silence again, they couldn't believe Ash's suicidal thoughts and his mother just held him in her arms even more scared, wishing those thoughts wouldn't reach her son in the world. This, something shared by the Alola family. did not hesitate to approach and hug the people they considered their sons and their greatest pride.
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Ash: "(Am I stupid for not realizing her feelings?)"
The black-haired boy's mind was filled with thoughts
Ash: (What if I?)
If he had paid more attention, if he had been stronger, if he hadn't gone to Kalos, if he had been smarter, the guilt never went away, Ash still regretted it, he didn't realize that, the Pokémon herd was no more, and after eating they dispersed, leaving Ash alone with the current Pokémon, none of them wanted to leave Ash alone when it turned out like this.
Pikachu: "Pika pi"
The black-haired man blinked a few times and looked at his Pokémon with concern.
Ash: "Don't worry everyone, I'm fine."
None of the Pokémon on the farm believed that.
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Ash: Thank you so much for being by my side and supporting me.
All of Ash's Pokémon (even the ones not on screen) let out multiple screams, which Ash interpreted as shouts of encouragement and smiled in response, happiness always present with his Pokémon. He just hoped Ash on screen would understand that and that his Pokémon would help him escape his sadness.
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Ash: "I think I should go home and get some rest, Noctowl. If any guests come, can you come find me?"
The Owl Pokémon happily nodded because today it was its turn to be the messenger. Among flying species, they have a little competition in how fast they can send messages.
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The shiny dark brown Pokémon flapped its wings, excited to see how fast it could go in that world, and looked competitively at the other flying Pokémon. Pidgeot seemed interested in that competition and should probably visit Ash once or twice, to peck him or to receive caresses from his trainer. Swellow, on the other hand, puffed his chest with pride, as he was considered the fastest by far. Among Ash's birds, Staraptor competes back in Noctowl, as he never says no to a challenge and even more so who is the best flyer, on the other hand, Unfezant is also interested in the exam, but no. Talonflame, on the other hand, looked at Swellow with resentment, proud of his speed, and when he arrived at the farm, he was quickly humiliated by the natives. Hoennn. Hawlucha nodded. accepted the challenge and as a good Warrior he took a position, as if the contest would begin now, while Charizard and Noivern saw each other with a certain rivalry as they are flying reptiles and finally Rowlet., who looks at everything with as much laziness as possible and decides to continue sitting inside Melmetal County.
Ash: Calm down guys, you can compete at home but please calm down.
Those present couldn't help but laugh at the excitement of the flying-type Pokémon, while the Flying gym leaders wondered if there should be a friendly race between their Pokémon to train them for speed.or not.
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Pikachu and Piplup started following Ash towards Ketchum's house.
Ash: "Pikachu, I'm fine, won't you stay with Buneary? She won't be happy if you don't take care of the egg with her."
Pikachu turned pale and returned to the farm with a quick attack, Piplup started laughing as he followed Ash to the house that used to be his mother's, Ash when he reached the entrance took off his shoes and looked closely at the house which now looked empty How empty?
Ash: "I'm back...."
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Dawn: Congratulations Buneary, you're with the person you want.
The rabbit Pokémon's sadness quickly turned to joy and without warning, she lovingly hugged Pikachu, who did not reciprocate knowing that he would become a father in that world.
Sandshrew: What are you waiting for?! Celebrate the father-son relationship of the legendary killer! Go get the berries and celebrate!
Ash's male Pokémon couldn't help but rejoice and mock Pikachu, while Ash's female Pokémon (Bayleef, Snivy, Unfezant and Dragonite only confirmed) congratulated Buneary, and asked for patience and strength to take care of him. care for both Pikachu and breeding.
All the trainers watching the interaction couldn't help but laugh at the funny situations happening around Pikachu and Buneary.
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Ash knew no one would answer him but continued to announce his arrival. Mr.mime stayed at the farm to distract himself for a bit, leaving the poor mute Pokémon at home alone to look after the house. home seems very cruel to him. Ash lay on the sofa, with Piplup next to him, watching the news to pass the time.
News: "We have just been informed that current queen of Kalos Aria Elle will retire, giving her position to friend and rival Serena Yvonne"
The black haired man looked complicated when talking about his old friend, he remembered how they ended their friendship, something he wasn't proud of but she had also crossed the line.
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Aria: congratulations, I hope they don't dethrone you so quickly. *The pink girl spoke up for the first time, trying to calm the situation down, which didn't help much as she found herself unable to attract the attention of her friends/rivals.*
The honey haired girl quickly stared at the screen, waiting to see what would happen, she knew what it showed wouldn't change her mind and she let Ash know in advance, she didn't give he first kiss as if nothing had happened. only to forget so quickly It was true that when she met him again in Hoenn, they could barely communicate with each other in words, but the feelings for him were still there and she had the courage to let him know.
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A honey-haired girl is standing in front of a door, behind this door is our Ash in a fetal position wishing that everything that happened recently was just a nightmare.
Serena: "Ash, you have to get out of that room, are you planning on giving up on your dream when you're about to realize it!?"
Ash: "..."
Serena: "Please Ash, I know it hurts but maybe they want you to move on."
Ash: "..."
The honey-haired girl became more and more impatient, this was not the Ash she loved, this was just a crybaby, she would bring the real Ash back.
Serena: "Ash, you have to accept that they are no longer with us, you can't stay in that room isolated from the world thinking this is a dream, the faster you accept it, the faster Who's back?" It was you before!"
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Lisia: That Serena is very rude. *Pouts at the aggressive words.*
Sabrina: But you're right about something, you have to turn the page to finally move forward like they want.
Koharu: However, he lost everything he loved most in just one day and saw... Their bodies and their memories... It was clear that his mind was not calm down at all, and it didn't help his increasingly negative emotions.
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*Open door*
The door finally opened, revealing a tired black-haired man, his eyelids dark from lack of sleep, his eyes red from sobbing, Serena's heart seemed to break when she saw him in that state. she wanted to hug him and tell him everything would be okay.
Ash "Y-YOU know my pain"
His voice was almost inaudible as it was the first time he used his voice since the incident, but the honey-haired girl heard him, her voice tinged with cruelty and hatred. .
Ash: "You lost nothing in that attack!"
The honey haired girl started to cry because she was scolded by Ash, she didn't recognize the sweet and kind boy she loved.
Serena: "That day I lost something, I lost the love of my life!"
Ash opened his eyes while Serena wiped her tears.
Serena: "If you want to give up on your dreams and continue to deny the fact that they are no longer with us, that's fine!"
Ash: "..."
Serena: "Nice to meet you, Ash Ketchum, go ahead and rot in that room, I don't care about you anymore!"
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Serena reacted to that scene only bowing her head, knowing that those words were not true, but on the other hand she understood that this was no longer a positive thing and never gave up on the Ash she knew, he was just a shell of what what he had before.
Ash: Serena, calm down, that's the path you both chose, and who knows, maybe they'll give me a chance if I recover.
Serena: You're right, thank you Ash.
Lisia: ...Didn't you notice that in small print Ash made it clear that he would give Serena a chance? *Looks at the hosts simply raising their shoulders.*
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Ash still remembered that like it was yesterday, he felt bad for a few days, but taking care of what was left of them was more important to him and when Professor Oak mentioned the status of the Pokémon with he officially decided to retire as a trainer and started working as an assistant at the lab
Ash: "It seems like everyone is moving on except me, Piplup."
Piplup: "Lup"
The little penguin expressed dissatisfaction with his friend and caregiver and sighed because he felt helpless and useless.
Time passed inside Ketchum's house, lunch time was approaching, Noctowl didn't take much time to use his beak to hit the window, signaling that Ash was right. The former coach stood up from the couch to return to his work, which was already his daily routine.
Ash: "No trainers came today nor were there any requests from people who are leaving their Pokémon in our care"
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P. Oak: Maybe having a friend take care of the lab from time to time wouldn't be so bad. *Answer by noting how Ash completes all the necessary tasks in his lab without (human) help.*
Kukui: I can assure you that I am of great help in Alola, whether in your cousin's lab or mine.
Sophocles: Not to mention an understaffed Pokémon center.
The Alolan students quickly covered their mouths, trying to suppress the laughter that was trying to burst out, they couldn't believe that Ash considered wearing a nurse's uniform so simple. Ash scratched his head, somewhat embarrassed and somewhat annoyed, he just hoped that such a thing wouldn't happen in that world.
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As the day passes without any interesting events happening, Ash closes the farm and the laboratory, leaving the surveillance cameras to do their work at night and the nocturnal Pokémon to play the role. as a guardian in case any thieves or hunters want to play this role. At this time of the night, the pokemon of their fallen friends take turns going to see who is left to take care of. care for Ash at night because they don't want him to do something crazy, he is pictured holding a chair with a string. left them wondering In the first months after the incident, as always, Pikachu and Piplup were by his side, Skitty and Buneary, along with Piplup's egg, decided that today was their turn.
Ash: "Guys, I told you I'm fine, you don't need to watch over me."
All the Pokémon shook their heads with skeptical looks. The last thing he did was okay. Those belonging to Dawn and May were determined to take care of the last thing their trainer valued. Black people sighed wearily and understood why they did it. At night, to complete his daily chores, Ash opens the door of his house to let the small herd of Pokémon pass through and goes to his mother's garden, where her grave is located along with two other small graves lying in comparison.
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With Ash's thoughts of possibly committing suicide being mentioned so many times, no one was surprised if that was actually Ash's constant thought.
May/Dawn: Thank you so much for taking care of him.
Hearing those simple words, Piplup, Buneary and Skitty stood up and made corresponding noises.
Sandshrew: ... Together they said: Don't worry, my dear, we swear to protect the stubborn one if we start taking care of him.
Ash: ...Stop. Did they really say that? *Turns towards said Pokémon and Pikachu, neither of them willing to look at him.* ...Wow, thank you really.
*Answers with obvious sarcasm, only to be met with positive shouts from the Pokémon.*
On the other hand, Delia just looked at that grave sadly, she didn't want to know how broken Ash was but she understood his pitiful appearance.
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A beautiful pure white stone surrounded by roses that showed no signs of wear or damage, Ash, polished and cleaned it every night as he narrated his day's progress to his mother on heaven, the two remaining graves bore the names of Dawn Berlitz and May Maple, although underneath them there was nothing left since their bodies had been returned to their families, the black man began to remember the day of the funeral , it was the second worst day of his life and it wasn't because he had to say goodbye. with his only blood family, But also from his two best friends, it didn't help that he received beatings from the girls' friends, blaming him for that incident, calling him by names like killer or bad luck magnet, even though Jet's best friends protected him, they didn't protect him, which made him feel better because he actually felt guilty for what happened even though the girls' families had no objections to him, he could see the suppressed pain in their eyes as if they were holding back their anger towards him, respecting his wishes. his daughters' last wish.
Ash: "I can't believe it's been over two years since you guys left us...no, because I let them down"
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May and Dawn looked at the people responsible for beating Ash with a deadly expression that could make Darkrai give up or what Giratina was most afraid of was Kenny and Drew, they were cowering in their seats but there was one person who could scare Arceus. Ash's mother, Delia, gave off a murderous aura that made many people feel scared when they saw her son being beaten.
The girl's parents were a bit disappointed, but looking at it from that perspective, they understood that they had put Ash on a very high pedestal, none of them knew that they had intentionally left him unconscious at the same time as the attack. What happened?
Anabel: Not only did they hurt him physically, but the hatred directed at him and those words destroyed him mentally more than he did himself, I can understand why he remains depressed even though he has emerged from his secluded life.
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Ash sat on the grass looking at the three tombstones, time passed, he felt the cold night breeze reminding him that he was still alive while they were not, he heard the patio door open but he wasn't. sad to come back. Maybe a thief or a murderer but he didn't show any concern, perhaps the intruder could end the pain he carried in his heart.
????: "Again Ash, you know regretting too much about the past is not good for your health."
Ash: "Gary, you're back. I thought you'd be back in a few days... I know it's not, but I don't want to forget them. I'm afraid that one day I'll wake up." and forgot their laughter, the color of their eyes..."
Ash said as a tear escaped from one eye.
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Juniper: That further shows that Ash is stuck in suicidal thoughts.
Delia: I just hope Gary helps him up, it seems like he's the only one who can help him right now.
The ambitious professor stared at the screen, somehow certain that it would help Ash in some way, no matter how ridiculous it was.
Sandshrew: You know, now that I think about it, Gary could invite him out for a few grown-up dinners.
Sandshrew: They're old enough, and knowing how rude Gary is, I wouldn't be surprised.
The brunette quickly cowered in his chair when he saw Delia looking for him with a murderous look in her eyes and the fact that she lifted the flip-flop somehow terrified him even more.
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Gary approached his friend, placing his hand on his right shoulder.
Gary: "I know it's hard. I suffered the same thing when it happened to my parents, but I had Daisy and my grandfather to help. Maybe I'm too young to understand it all." set of paintings. It will take time, but that wound will heal."
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Gary: Can I ask, who is Daisy?
Daisy: Aren't you talking about me? *Question from one of Misty's sisters.*
Sandshrew: No, in that world Gary has an older sister.
Sandshrew: Wasn't she the one who tricked Ash into toying with you and Gary?
Gary couldn't help but frown in annoyance, imagining that he had a younger sister and that she cared about Ash made him very wary, so he didn't hesitate to turn a stern look towards Ash, but that didn't protect him. be he. him from a flip-flop flying right into his face.
Sandshrew: Right in the face! very good Delia.
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Ash: "Will it ever stop hurting?"
The brown-haired man shook his head.
Gary: "Never, but that doesn't mean we have to stagnate in pain, the best way to honor their memory is to live a full life for them, so that when we meet again on the other side On the other side, we can look at them with a smile."
Ash snorted, he knew what his friend was trying to get him to pursue his dream of becoming a Pokémon master again.
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P. Oak: I never expected to see my nephew so wise, although I'm glad he cheered Ash on.
Everyone agreed with what Samuel Oak said, the souls quickly returned and especially the Pokémon's, something told them that from now on things would be better. Meanwhile, Gary was rubbing his face, hurt by the hit but unable to stop smiling knowing that he would help Ash like never before.
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Gary: "You know, I'm really surprised you gave up so easily."
Ash: (Continued)
Ash thought sarcastically.
Gary: "No Ash, I'm not talking about you being a coach anymore, I'm talking about something else."
Gray replied, reading Ash's thoughts.
Ash turned back to look at his friend with curiosity, if not to try the dream again then what could it be? He saw the brunette hand him an old looking photo but when he saw who they were, he stiffened. .
Gary: "Grandpa found it in an old album when he was young, was that you?"
Ash: "It's me but what does this have to do with..."
Gary: "Thanks to Arceus Ashy's help, you traveled back in time and you still don't understand it, I mean why don't you seek Celebi or Dialga's help to change the past and stop denying it? admit me that you have not seen them since you did." thanks to the information in your Pokedex"
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The room was deathly silent, first due to seeing young Ash in Samuel's photo and Gary confirming that it was from when the famous professor was young, which was 40, 50 years ago.
But the straw that broke the camel's back was not only the fact that Ash traveled to the past but also the fact that he had Pokémon of such caliber registered in his Pokédex, even the Rotomdex began to fail when knowing Ash had faced those legends.
Ash: ...Wait, I actually signed them up?
Everyone turned to look at Ash, unable to believe that he was so calm about such huge information.
Goh: You mean you actually encountered such legends? The story of Lugia, Darkrai and Creselia, even the story of Mount Corona were all things we were asked to investigate, and you say you met Celebi and Dialga without any effort?! Is the Pokémon you named Mewtwo also a legendary that only you know?!
Ash: No... You know him too.
Goh: ... *The brown-haired guy couldn't help but slap his face hard, sighing heavily*
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The brown-haired boy angrily slapped his hand on his forehead at the black-haired boy's stupidity.
Ash: "Oh..."
Gary: "Don't tell me you've never thought about that..."
The brunet said with a skeptical expression, while the light returned to Ash's face, wondering if he could make this happen.
Ash: "I forgot but I was able to fix it, thanks Gary"
The black-haired man with a bright smile went into the house to pack his things.
Gary: "May I know what you're going to do now?"
Ash: "Isn't it obvious? Let's go find Celebi! He's definitely still in the jungle in Johto."
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Goh: You even know its location! Just like that, he resigned.
The brown haired boy just started wrapping up some snacks he had brought from the buffet and walked away and asked to sit there, which made Judith now sit a few seats closer to Ash. All under the laughter of some people present in the drama that the captor had just caused.
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Gary: "Oh, calm down Ashy boy, if you say Celebi will still be in that forest so you don't have to leave immediately and you also don't know if he will cooperate with you to change too past or not, usually it's something that's considered taboo, so you have to make a plan to embrace it."
Ash stopped packing his adventure gear, looking at the brown-haired boy in confusion.
Ash: "¿hire a hunter?"
The brown haired boy nodded
Gary: "Do you expect Celebi to welcome you with open arms? According to the research we have on his species, Celebi can travel through time but we don't know if he can Control it at will like Dialga or not. It's simply his defense mechanism to avoid being captured, you have to think that maybe Celebi can't keep you captive for as long as he wants."
The black-haired man was thinking about what his friend had told him. He had a few opportunities to travel through time, it was a strange experience but with Celebi it was like a teleportation but with Dialga he saw how the ages passed until when he reaches his destination but Between finding time travel Pokémon or time Pokémon, the choice is obvious. He didn't know when Dialga would dare leave his personal dimension. Maybe he could travel to Michina town to seek Sheena's help to summon Celebi on the other hand was a safer option, Johto was the closest area at the moment and he helped Celebi before maybe he will be more successful bet on him.
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Everyone, without exception, was bewildered by what the narrator mentioned and Ash's memories of the legendary sayings did not help, let alone Ash's silence just watching the that image with a nostalgic smile.
Koharu: You've traveled through time more than once?!
Cynthia: Is there really a way to summon Dialga from his dimension?! *The champion exclaimed, unable to believe what was being told.*
Goh: What did you do to earn Celebi's favor?!
At the last question, Professor Oak couldn't help but scratch his chin, having vague memories but he still remembered a living forest and a dangerous member of Team Rocket with a Tyranitar.
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Ash: "Okay Gary, I'll go to Johto first thing tomorrow morning, I'll catch Celebi."
The brown-haired boy nodded in satisfaction, perhaps this would bring life back to his friend, who looked like a zombie since he arrived in Kalos.
Gary: "And have you thought about who to choose?"
Ash thought carefully about who to choose.
Ash: "Well, I think I'll need Charizard to fly around the area, he's the only one with the necessary power to make that trip, then this Scepttail, since he's the best in the area jungle, can be of great help in chasing or finding Celebi, Noctowl for night searching along with great vision plus new mobility will prevent him from escaping in case he doesn't want to cooperate work..."
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Charizard roared enthusiastically, he felt his blood boil from a great adventure, this roar also surprised some of the trainers, except Lionel and his Charizard, who smiled excitedly at the Ash's idea of facing Charizard.
Sabrina: If you have a Psychic Pokémon, you can get there by Teleportation.
Charizard's pride was affected by Sabrina's comment, so he glared aggressively at the Psychic leader who was ignoring said gaze.
Meanwhile Sceptile and Noctowl excitedly shouted about the adventure, assisting their comrades in helping Ash to the end.
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Pikachu and Piplup quickly stood up and decided to join the search team. The black-haired man couldn't refuse their participation, glancing at Buneary, who seemed to approve of Pikachu's participation. Skitty seemed hesitant because he didn't know whether he would agree to participate or not. helpful enough in the search, she eventually decided to give the last spot on the team to someone more trustworthy than her.
Gary: "It looks like you've solved everything except your sixth Pokémon, I think you'll need more help"
Ash immediately declines the offer of help in his new goal
Ash: "Gary, I appreciate the help, but someone has to stay and take care of the lab and the Pokémon."
Gary: "I'm not talking about me, but a fellow researcher and luckily for you lives in Johto, she specializes in catching Pokémon and pokeball success rates, catching a legendary is not a task easy if you let her check Celebi will definitely help you at no extra cost"
Ash: "Wait, she's going to charge me for letting her join me on the mission?"
He asked in disbelief, hating the idea of receiving help from strangers even more. If Gary hadn't first said she was a researcher, she would have thought he was offering her hunting services.
Gary: "Hey, not everything in life is free. I think you're old enough to understand that. Don't worry, you have enough savings to keep her employed for a few months."
Ash: "I don't know Gary, I think I'll be fine"
Ash began scratching his head in frustration at the brown-haired boy's insistence.
Gary: "I know you're lucky to have met the legendary Ashy boys, but I want you to have the best chance of success in this mission, Marina is a great trainer and when it comes to catching something , she is infallible, she is the one who has caught each species "There are no legendary Pokémon from Kanto to Galar authorized by teachers from all regions, thanks to it the Pokédex has so many Reliable data to this day."
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P.Elm: Marina? ... That name sounds familiar somewhere...
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Ash: "Marina, isn't she the famous Top Coordinator?"
Gary: "I'm surprised you know that, let me guess you're back to watching the May and Dawn competitions in your free time."
Gray sighed at the harm Ash had caused himself by living in the past.
Ash: "I watched it because the girls' pokemon wanted to watch it again during the competitions they participated in"
The dark haired man apologized to avoid a future argument with the brown haired boy, Gary sighed in surrender and continued the topic.
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May: Wait, Marina from Cerezo town? I don't think I'll hear from her again.
Dawn: ¿rival?
May: Said to be one of the strongest coordinators in Johto and she proved it by making it to the finals of the Grand Festival. *The answer was heated, making Drew look upset, who lost to her in the semi-finals.*
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Gary: "Yeah, she used to be a Top coordinator, she quit her job as a model and coordinated Pokémon thanks to her ex-boyfriend"
Ash: "But that's not important, what do you mean she left all that fame behind thanks to her ex-boyfriend? From what I know about her, she doesn't seem like the type of person who would in the lab to work." do research."Gary: "Look who's talking, it's something very private about her but I can tell you because it's not a big secret, the rumor was leaked in an interview already damaging her reputation. Apparently her boyfriend ran away under the pretense of leaving to buy some cigarettes." one of them was a false pregnancy alarm, she had symptoms, she went to the doctor but it was just a psychological pregnancy, that bastard found out and wanted to come back to look for her but she no longer wanted to participate in the tests. The competition should lose interest"_____
Faced with that news, many girls couldn't help but clench their fists in anger, promising to smash the face of the guy who was only playing with women's feelings, not just him, each person would be responsible for beating any idiot. any. exactly like him. For some strange reason, Drew and Kenny felt their bodies tremble with fear.
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Ash: "And you know all this because..."
Gary: "Listen, the idea of time travel didn't come to me overnight, she and I were drinking with friends one night. She started joking that one day she would caught a Celebi and told her "I from the past" would never hang out with that trash."
Ash: "Okay..."
Gary: "In short, I want you to let her go with you to the past if you find Celebi, my grandfather and you are the only people who can observe a person from such a close distance, I really I would trade a lot to have your damn luck."
Ash: "She's not as great as you think, thanks to her Kalos happened, I never asked to always be in the middle of all that conflict"
Gary: "But I didn't do anything to avoid them, stop complaining, I have a new goal to solve everything, see you tomorrow because I'm going to Pueblo Primavera to find Marina"
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Cynthia: Ash be honest with me, how many dangers did you encounter before Kalos?
Ash: Let's see... Shamouti Islands, Father Spencer's house, Altomare, the time Pikachu was controlled in Hoenn, the tree of life, the king of pokelantis, the castle under the sea, the town of Michena, the warped world, Mountains Corona, mine encountered Zekrom, the ruins where Team Rocket appeared.... Those are just a few that I remember.
Everyone fell silent (ignoring P. Elm's muttering) and looked at Ash in bewilderment, was he really involved in so much or was it just a joke?
Marnie: ...I like that boy better now. *The young woman in stone clothing, accompanied by the inseparable Morpeko, muttered.*
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「"Tomorrow"」
Gary: "You've got everything ready for your last great adventure, Ashy Boy."
Ash: "Yeah, enough food for a month for both humans and Pokémon, pokeballs ready and operating optimally, poison, antidote, everything is ready and the luggage is strapped on Charizard's back while Piplup and Pikachu waited for him to leave Spring Town. Buneary said goodbye to his partner and promised to tell Gary if the egg started to hatch.
Ash finished tying his luggage on Charizard's back while Piplup and Pikachu waited for him to leave for Spring Town. Buneary said goodbye to his partner and promised to tell Gary if the egg started to hatch.
Ash: "Yeah, I think it's like this, maybe when I get back we can have dinner with mom and the girls, do you like that idea Gary?
Gary: "You should succeed. I miss Delia's stew."
Ash laughed happily, he had never laughed like that since the incident, he would succeed even if it cost him his life.
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P. Oak: I have to admit, I've never seen Ash more prepared in his life.
Kukui: It's a mission of vital importance, it seeks to save the people he cares about.
Bonnie: Come on Ash, you can do it!
Lisia: ... Now that I think about it, he's single now, does that mean I have a chance with him? *The only answer the girl received was three pats on the shoulder. Oh! Why three Serena?
Serena: The others from May and Dawn
May/Dawn: And please note that we are looking to hit you ourselves.
Lisia couldn't help but nod with a stifled smile, although she later crossed her arms, it was clear that none of them took it as a joke as she was trying to lighten the mood.
Lisia: And they say they don't care, so why be jealous? *Funny answer before starting to run away from friends.*
Delia: If you want my stew so bad, Gary, you can ask, I know! After this chapter I will prepare a stew for you all.
Sandshrew: I order double!
Gary: Sorry, shorty, but that's human food.
Sandshrew: but if Pikachu has eaten human food many times, it's also normal to share the food they prepare in Galar and Paldea.
P. Oak: Wait, did you say Paldea? Are you there?
Sandshrew: My coach is there, right now he said he had some complications but everything is fine.
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Blaziken: "Blaziken!"
The fiery Pokémon approached Ash before he left.
Ash: "¿Blaziken?"
Gary: "I think he wants to go with you to help you."
Ash: "Is that true?"
The fire Pokémon nodded, then absorbed into his pokeball, the crow Pokémon watched as all the Pokémon in the farm came to say goodbye to him.
Ash: "I promise you that we will.
succeed in this mission, I will return with the girls I swear"
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May: I asked you to take care of him Blaziken, he will definitely do many stupid things.
Blaziken just nodded, remembering how they had gotten into trouble many times and all for being Kanto people.
Ash's other Pokémon couldn't help but shout and encourage Ash on the screen.
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The fire Pokémon roared into the sky, flying towards the town. The spring will last several hours and it will be the largest exercise it has carried out in the last two years, but it will be carried out without any problems.
The trip was quiet and the weather perfect for taking to the skies, the large flame Pokémon landed carefully in the center of spring town, where it attracted attention for its large size before being stored in a pokeball, it even cursed in its own language the weight of what he had to face, the two Pokémon refused to stay inside their pokeballs at will, which wasn't bad for Charizard in the first hour but then he felt like he was getting slower and slower and it hurt his pride, little penguin and electric mouse They looked away while a dark haired man tried to understand the language colorful language of his fire-type Pokémon.
Ash: "We're here, Charizard is back, you've been a great help, rest well"
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The said fire-type Pokémon's pride was hurt at what he saw, before growling at the "extra weight". On the other hand, Pikachu and Piplup looked away, trying to ignore the firelighter's murderous gaze. Ash and Dawn couldn't help but laugh at that fact, although neither of them had any problem taking their Pokémon outside of the Pokeball, they were sure that many Pokémon used as transportation would be very uncomfortable .
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The red light that enveloped the flame Pokémon continued to throw curses at the remaining two Pokémon besides the pure black one.
Ash: "Oh Piplup, Pikachu go to Professor Elm's lab, Gary said Marina is there"
The two small Pokémon climbed onto Ash shoulders while he packed his large backpack for the next month.
Having arrived at the door of the laboratory, he knocked on the door, waited outside, before long he was greeted by what he described as a beautiful woman with blue hair with a serious and unfriendly expression, then turned into a light smile. when she recognized him.
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P. Elm: Huh? Who is she? And why is it in my lab?
No one had decided what to say to him, they had realized that Elm was the kind of impartial teacher who said something in one ear and it came out the other. Especially Samuel Oak couldn't help but hit his forehead. He was proud when people told him that he had become Johto's Pokémon professor, but he must have taught him to be more organized and focused.
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Marina: "nice to meet the assistant Gary is so proud of, he told me a lot about you and your appearance matches his description, perfect because you know my name is Marina and I am the best choice for you to get Celebi Mr. Ketchum"
Ash seemed a bit displeased with the official use of his name and it seemed like Gary had demoted him to mere assistant to boost his ego again, Ash shook his head and decided to start a business.
Ash: "Nice to meet you Marina, just call me Ash and I'd like to hire you to find Celebi"
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P. Elm: Oh! So this is MarinaPeople in the theater didn't know what to say to P.Elm. They considered her a stupid Psyduck and now they remembered.
Sandshrew: This episode ends today, thank you everyone for watchingAsh: Finally finished, time to go eat buffetGirl: where are you going, Ashy? You must keep your promiseAsh: *feels chill* Hehe~" I'm going to practice with the boys and come later, okay?"Boys: "Die you lucky bastard"After saying that, they went to the buffet, leaving Ash alone with the girls
Dawn: Even they don't want to practice May: Can we go shopping? I want some new clothes.With that said they pulled Ash out of the theater and Ash's wallet would be hungry for months
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