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//INTRO
So I had this brilliant Idea for a fanfic and I started to write. But it wouldn't flow, not the way I wanted it to anyway… That's when I decided to just see where the story goes. The result is what you'll read below.
Oh right, the rating, worst that's happened is a little bit of swearing. So a T for now?
//PREFACE
Eternal life. Ever since the dawn of mankind, it sought out ways to attain immortality. Yet life as we know it, wouldn't exist without this burning desire. Whether it's born out of greed or fear, the result is the world we live in today.
Still, the search continues. Fore even with all our knowledge, eternal life remains only to be seen in legends.
//CHAPTER 1
The sun was setting, painting the sky in several shades of orange and red. A warm glow spreads across the land. The otherwise bright green grass seems to carry an aura of gold. A flock of Pidgey are enjoying the last rays of sunshine just outside the massive gates of Veridian city. Hiding in the tall grasses near the water's edge is a wild Meowth wiggling its tail slowly from left to right, all the while staring intensely at its prey. Five more steps, four more steps… the wiggling of its tail matches the excitement building inside the young Meowth until it pounces for the Pidgey,… but falls short rather miserably.
Not many people notice this scene happening not even twenty yards away. They're too busy reaching the city gym before the gates close when the last rays of sun disappear behind the horizon. People come from all over, the higher plains, the wetland delta and even several cities over. It's not just the local hero that gets a chance to show. The current champ from the Unova region has reached the shores of Ameria and of course, first thing he does, is find the closest gym to take on the competition. Cyber reporters have even said it to be the battle of the year. Or whatever's left of it anyway. Midwinter is less than a week away after all.
"High time to leave the city and hit the trails." Astrae said to no one in particular. She threw a rope down the city walls and secured it to the railing. These preparations were vital for tonight's operation. But for now, she walked away, making one last round through the city with calculating eyes. The thick mass of people arriving through the gates had slowly lessened to a small stream trickling through the streets. The gym was about to close its doors though, so they probably didn't manage to get a ticket for the show and hoped to just catch a glimpse of the trainers on the square.
"that might become a bit problematic." She murmured softly. The corporations building is located nearby, lessening her chances to get away unseen later that night.
"Astrae!" An all too familiar voice cuts through the noise from the babbling people surrounding her, but she keeps walking in the opposite direction, although a bit more stiff.
"heej, Astrae." It sounded much closer now, too close actually. Ignoring him is no longer an option, so she stops. A hand reached for her shoulder then, but is abruptly taken back. Wise choice. "Are you leaving already?" Bruce asked with a hint of sadness in his voice.
"You know I've already been here longer than I should, Bruce." She answers him while shifting her backpack to the other shoulder and motions for him to walk with her. "I'm a drifter. They don't like people like me." She nods to the people surrounding them. It's only then that the two notice everyone's gone silent, watching them closely.
"I was right there with you..." It's strange how people now hastily scramble to the sides, whereas up until a few minutes ago they wouldn't move an inch to let her through. "Why can't you just move in with me? I have a couch,… ok, it may not be the best. But you could work in the gym too. You are one hell of a trainer."
"That's not enough Bruce." And sadly it's true. The stigma of being a drifter is something you'll never lose. "Even you, their proclaimed hero who saved them in their times of need, all they would let you buy is that broken down apartment in the worst neighborhood of this damned city. I mean, look at that" she points to various bystanders who were close enough to hear the heated words looking away guiltily. "they know it's wrong, but what do they do? Nothing! That's what. And I can't be a part of that."
"I know, Astrae. Trust me, I know. I just wish you didn't have to leave." Tears were threatening to spill over. This is what she dreaded, their goodbyes. Having to end this chapter and begin a new one where she starts without him.
"You could always come with me, hit the road, see where that leads us. Just like old times." It was useless, she knew. But it didn't stop her from trying. "You've got a fly in your eye or what? It's leaking." Bruce hastily wipes the lone tear with his sleeves.
"No, I've got a fight to handle." Heavy wooden doors grating over the cold stone floors announce the closing of the gates. "Don't forget, okay?"
"I won't." Her voice breaking betrays the emotion she too feels deep inside. She holds up her pinky finger for him to do the same.
"Wish me luck" He says as he links their fingers. After a second Astrae turns towards the closing gates.
"Sure, break a leg" As she starts walking away she hears his laughter. It was his very first battle where he lost terribly, but tried to protect his Eevee from a wild Mankey's karate chop. Instead of pulling Eevee out of the way, the Mankey hit him instead. Resulting in a broken leg, a long and miserable hop 'n walk to the nearest hospital and a drawn out food fight with the foul smelling dinner.
"Of all the things you shouldn't forget, you choose that?" Once she's standing outside she turns around and sees his eyes shining with joy and the grin on his face that she was aiming for.
"Like I said, break a leg." Her own grin takes over until all she can see is the hard wooden gate.
So I had this brilliant Idea for a fanfic and I started to write. But it wouldn't flow, not the way I wanted it to anyway… That's when I decided to just see where the story goes. The result is what you'll read below.
Oh right, the rating, worst that's happened is a little bit of swearing. So a T for now?
//PREFACE
Eternal life. Ever since the dawn of mankind, it sought out ways to attain immortality. Yet life as we know it, wouldn't exist without this burning desire. Whether it's born out of greed or fear, the result is the world we live in today.
Still, the search continues. Fore even with all our knowledge, eternal life remains only to be seen in legends.
//CHAPTER 1
The sun was setting, painting the sky in several shades of orange and red. A warm glow spreads across the land. The otherwise bright green grass seems to carry an aura of gold. A flock of Pidgey are enjoying the last rays of sunshine just outside the massive gates of Veridian city. Hiding in the tall grasses near the water's edge is a wild Meowth wiggling its tail slowly from left to right, all the while staring intensely at its prey. Five more steps, four more steps… the wiggling of its tail matches the excitement building inside the young Meowth until it pounces for the Pidgey,… but falls short rather miserably.
Not many people notice this scene happening not even twenty yards away. They're too busy reaching the city gym before the gates close when the last rays of sun disappear behind the horizon. People come from all over, the higher plains, the wetland delta and even several cities over. It's not just the local hero that gets a chance to show. The current champ from the Unova region has reached the shores of Ameria and of course, first thing he does, is find the closest gym to take on the competition. Cyber reporters have even said it to be the battle of the year. Or whatever's left of it anyway. Midwinter is less than a week away after all.
"High time to leave the city and hit the trails." Astrae said to no one in particular. She threw a rope down the city walls and secured it to the railing. These preparations were vital for tonight's operation. But for now, she walked away, making one last round through the city with calculating eyes. The thick mass of people arriving through the gates had slowly lessened to a small stream trickling through the streets. The gym was about to close its doors though, so they probably didn't manage to get a ticket for the show and hoped to just catch a glimpse of the trainers on the square.
"that might become a bit problematic." She murmured softly. The corporations building is located nearby, lessening her chances to get away unseen later that night.
"Astrae!" An all too familiar voice cuts through the noise from the babbling people surrounding her, but she keeps walking in the opposite direction, although a bit more stiff.
"heej, Astrae." It sounded much closer now, too close actually. Ignoring him is no longer an option, so she stops. A hand reached for her shoulder then, but is abruptly taken back. Wise choice. "Are you leaving already?" Bruce asked with a hint of sadness in his voice.
"You know I've already been here longer than I should, Bruce." She answers him while shifting her backpack to the other shoulder and motions for him to walk with her. "I'm a drifter. They don't like people like me." She nods to the people surrounding them. It's only then that the two notice everyone's gone silent, watching them closely.
"I was right there with you..." It's strange how people now hastily scramble to the sides, whereas up until a few minutes ago they wouldn't move an inch to let her through. "Why can't you just move in with me? I have a couch,… ok, it may not be the best. But you could work in the gym too. You are one hell of a trainer."
"That's not enough Bruce." And sadly it's true. The stigma of being a drifter is something you'll never lose. "Even you, their proclaimed hero who saved them in their times of need, all they would let you buy is that broken down apartment in the worst neighborhood of this damned city. I mean, look at that" she points to various bystanders who were close enough to hear the heated words looking away guiltily. "they know it's wrong, but what do they do? Nothing! That's what. And I can't be a part of that."
"I know, Astrae. Trust me, I know. I just wish you didn't have to leave." Tears were threatening to spill over. This is what she dreaded, their goodbyes. Having to end this chapter and begin a new one where she starts without him.
"You could always come with me, hit the road, see where that leads us. Just like old times." It was useless, she knew. But it didn't stop her from trying. "You've got a fly in your eye or what? It's leaking." Bruce hastily wipes the lone tear with his sleeves.
"No, I've got a fight to handle." Heavy wooden doors grating over the cold stone floors announce the closing of the gates. "Don't forget, okay?"
"I won't." Her voice breaking betrays the emotion she too feels deep inside. She holds up her pinky finger for him to do the same.
"Wish me luck" He says as he links their fingers. After a second Astrae turns towards the closing gates.
"Sure, break a leg" As she starts walking away she hears his laughter. It was his very first battle where he lost terribly, but tried to protect his Eevee from a wild Mankey's karate chop. Instead of pulling Eevee out of the way, the Mankey hit him instead. Resulting in a broken leg, a long and miserable hop 'n walk to the nearest hospital and a drawn out food fight with the foul smelling dinner.
"Of all the things you shouldn't forget, you choose that?" Once she's standing outside she turns around and sees his eyes shining with joy and the grin on his face that she was aiming for.
"Like I said, break a leg." Her own grin takes over until all she can see is the hard wooden gate.
