After the battle, Mike headed for the Pokemon Center, now with his trusty. After doing this, however, he hears:

*DING DING* Second classes will soon begin! Please look over your schedule and head to your second classes of the day ASAP!

"Wow, already?!" Mike proclaimed. Though this was the 2nd class, it was the 1st one Mike had at the academy. Mike then looked through his schedule "Hmmm...Let's see, second class...Practical Battling with Mr. Alta, huh?" Mike aced the practical exam, so he was wondering why he was in the class. Maybe to be a role model? (remember, his thoughts). "Alright, I guess I'll go there now!" Mike then used his map to work his way towards the classroom.

However, on his way to the classroom, he heard a loud noise. It came closer and closer, and then Mike could make out what it was. "A stampede?! What!!!" All of a sudden, a herd of Tauros came flying by. Mike barely avoided them, but saw one lagging behind. "Let's test our strength after our battle with Steven, guys!" Mike came into view of the Tauros, and released Porkchop to fight it. "Alright, Tauros, let's see what you got!"

Battle: Tauros, lvl. 30

Tauros charges with a Take Down, which Porkchop easily avoids, and hits its head on a tree. "You're not the brightest Tauros, are you? Porkchop, Screech-Low Kick Combo!" Porkchop used Screech, lowering Tauros's defense, and did the Low Kick attack, which took out Tauros's legs. "Now, Seismic Toss!" Porkchop attempted Seismic Toss, but was thrown up by Tauros's horns, instead! "Uh oh..." Porkchop was defenseless as it fell to the ground. As soon as Porkchop got up, sadly, Tauros hit it with a Take Down...again and again and again into a wall until the wall, and presumably Porkchop, broke. It looked like it was all over, when Porkchop got up, its eyes glowing completely white. "Porkchop, you're-" Mike then realized what was happening. "You're evolving!" Mike then gave a delightful smile as Porkchop flashed completely white and emerged a Primeape. "Alright, Porkchop, now use-" Porkchop then charged Tauros with Karate Chop, knocking it unconscious. However, instead of stopping, Porkchop continued to beat down the Tauros, until finally stopping (although the ground was completely cracked and destroyed). Mike soon figured out this move was Rage, and went to congratulate his Pokemon. However, Primeape charged at Mike, and was returned right before it hit him. Mike was happy for the evolution, but sad about how Porkchop was acting. Mike then walked over and apologized to the Tauros, who started to limp away, and Mike continued on his way to class. Guess we'll have to work on your personality, Porkchop!

Conor Crawford || Path To Oak Town

"No..." Kayla whispered, again refusing to have anyone help her to the Pokémon Center. Controlling his frustration Conor threw his hands behind his head, looked up to the sky, inhaled and then exhaled slowly. Kayla once more frustratingly stamped her foot on the ground, and started arguing with Holly. At this point Conor had zoned out. Trying to keep a cool and collected head, Conor had closed his eyes and rubbed the sides of his head.

Conor opened his eyes slowly and remained calm. He looked around and saw Shawn comforting Kayla. He also managed to see the Pokémon Center poking up over the hill just ahead.

They were almost there. Conor still had to get back to the Academy after this ordeal finished in order to attend class. Conor could hear muttering and talking come from the front of the group. "Oh… I actually forgot to check what class I have." Conor thought. He reached into his jeans pocket and pulled out a sheet of paper. "Hmm… Practical Battling with Mr. Alta … could prove to be a useful enough class" Conor muttered. "Perhaps I can ask him about my Ralts" again he muttered looking down at his belt which contained his Poké balls.

He stuffed the piece of paper back in his pocket and looked ahead. They were getting closer to the Pokémon Center. "Thankfully this will all be over soon" Conor thought.

Mark went over his schedule again and noted that he had a class on berries next. Perfect! Mark needed to freshen up on strategies regarding berries anyways. He could see about asking how to properly grow berries as well as his supply of Lum berries was getting low. The patch he found on that stretch of land near the cliff side of the mountain might still be there but it'd be a long walk. Sage Smith was the teacher it seemed... sounded nice enough

Mark made his way through the halls to hopefully find his class. He figured he might be a bit early but better then being late after all! Mark eventually arrived at the class room shown on his schedule and entered the room... Snype stayed perched on his shoulder.

Most of the Ghost Pokemon were nearly gone, & soon Zorua joined in the battle aside Mistress. Obviously she wanted to make up for her mistake. It was kind of her fault this happened. Nonetheless, she was repaying her debt. She, too, was shooting Shadow Balls at the Ghost Pokemon; the same as Mistress. Pretty soon, all the Ghost Pokemon were gone. That takes care of them. Mana was safe.

"OK then." The problem was settled. Kilik eyes the Zorua for a moment. She caused all this, but she did help protect Mana from disaster. That's got to be something. Not for Kilik. At least, not that much. He turns to Mana as she admits her fear of Ghost Pokemon. Kilik scratches his head, confused. "They could have their use," he explains. "Perhaps I should consider adding one to my team..." He ponders at the thought for a moment before resuming reality.

"I suggest we head to our 2nd class now, before we're late," Kilik suggests, returning Mistress, who was ignoring the Zorua as if she were her superior, into her Pokeball. They really need to get out of there soon, lest the Ghost Pokemon return. Kilik pushes Mana out of the dorm, ignoring the fact if the Zorua was following or not.

One question was on Kilik's mind: What was that dorm?

Ace was started to get tired of Kayla being so stubborn. "Why can't she just let us help her? ". He looked at her, she was barely moving. She could pass away at any moment. He had to find a way to help the girl. "But how?", he whispered. He wasn't surprised to see her kiss Shawn again. He had to admit he was a little jealous to see them together but he wasn't angry or anything at Shawn. He noticed the center near. But Kayla was still struggling to walk. He looked at her. "You may hate me for what I'm going to say but you aren't alright. You should let us help you."

Kayla Makihatayama and Holly Amarosa

Holly sighed softly. "She's not going to listen," she whispered. She squeezed her eyes closed and frowned. Kayla shook her head at Ace. "I'm fine..." she mumbled. She hugged Shawn tightly and smiled weakly. Holly sighed. "I just know that this is going to be bad... I know that she's going to get hurt again... She might even pass out again, and it'll be my fault." She frowned. "I wish that Primrose hadn't shocked me..." Kayla groaned softly. "Sorry..." she mumbled before falling to the ground. Holly opened her eyes. "I knew it... I knew that she was going to pass out again... It's my fault..."

Shawn Williams - Raikou Dorm

Shawn smiled from the kiss and hug before noticing that Kayla collapsed, apparently unconscious. "Well, this'll make the journey a little easier," he said to himself as he knelt beside her body. He slowly pulled her arms to where she was sitting up. With one swift motion, he pulled her up onto his shoulder and he stood back up. He quickly grabbed her crutches and looked to the others, "Alright, then, lets get going. We're almost there."

Shawn started walking again, faster than before. After a while, his breath heavy from his exertion, he arrived in Oak Town. The pokemon center in sight, he whispered to himself, "Almost there, Kayla." He walked as fast as he could and soon walked through the doors. He got the attention of a nurse, who brought out a gurney. Shawn placed her gently on the rolling bed and took her to an empty room.

"By the way, there's another group coming with another girl," he spoke to the nurse, "She'll be coming in on a Charizard. She seems to be paralyzed. Would you be able to keep both girls in the same room?" The nurse nodded, "Of course. When she gets here, I'll take care of them both." Shawn nodded, looking to Kayla laying there. He softly planted a kiss on her lips and waited outside the door to her room. Hopefully they'll get here soon.


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Conor Crawford || Path To Oak Town

Conor walked with the group, again he was zoned out, his thoughts elsewhere. It was then he saw Kayla pass out and fall to the ground. "Well I can't say I didn't see that coming" He thought to himself. "A bit harsh but the truth nonetheless" he added.

Shawn bent down beside Kayla and without hesitation swung her onto his back. "Alright, then, let's get going. We're almost there." He spoke as he looked up at Conor and the others. He then took off walking rather quickly towards the Pokémon Center leaving most of the others trailing behind.

"Oookay …. Well let's be on our way. We're almost there and Holly still needs to get to the Center." Conor remarked as he looked towards the group clasping his hands together.

"Let's roll" he added as he points towards the town. Conor started walking, slightly faster than before. They were so close, soon Holly and Kayla would have proper help instead of relying on some friends.

Holly Amarosa

Holly whimpered softly and watched the nurse, who was checking Kayla's temperature. "Is she okay?" Holly whispered. The nurse nodded. "She just has a fever. She should be fine. What happened to her?" She put a cool rag on Kayla's forehead and walked out. Holly frowned. "I still need help!" she yelled. She gulped when the nurse walked back into the room with a needle. "What's that for?" Holly asked. The nurse smiled. "Don't worry," she said softly. "It's just to help with the paralysis. I promise it won't hurt." She walked over to Holly, who whimpered and squeezed her eyes shut and felt the nurse raise her sleeve up and put the needle in her arm. "I'll be able to move after this?" Holly asked, mentally begging that the nurse wouldn't ask about the scars. The nurse nodded, but Holly didn't see it. "Yep."

"Well, I guess this is the place." Mike said, looking at the hallway before him. "So, which room is it?" Mike wandered around for what seemed like hours (though only really 2-5 minutes), until he finally reached the classroom. "Zayne Alta: Practical Battling... this is it!!!" Mike was surprised to see he was the first one there, as class seemed to have already started. "Well, I guess everyone else is REALLY late, then!" Mike then saw the lone other in the room, Zayne Alta, the teacher. Mike guessed this immediately, and said "Hey, Mr. Alta, when can we start?!" Mike was being rude, but he didn't care, he just wanted to start the class. Mike eagerly awaited Mr. Alta's response.

Iny Gage: Path to Oak town

"Kayla, I know you want to stay with Holly and that's perfectly understandable. But your leg's not in good condition, so I'll carry you to Oak Town on my back. That way you can stay with Holly and not have to worry about your leg. But we need to move now. It's my first day here at the Academy, and there's no way I can be late for my first class. Deal?". Offered Clumsy, like she suggested.

"No..." Said the stubborn girl.

As that one simple word was spoken, Iny's eyes flared up in anger, Her breathing getting much louder and her Fists clenching up. "Nothing Can convince this girl!" She said under her breath, "She gives us Two options, Watch her hurt herself, Or walk away and feel even worse" She says to herself, Gritting her teeth. "Look at her, She is barely able to keep upright, She obviously isn't fine, Why wont she accept any help!?!?" Rants Iny under her breath, Fists clenching harder.

Just then, The girl falls to the ground, As the others rush to help her, Iny can't help but just get even more angry. "Yep, And there she goes, How could someone be so self destructive like this!?!?" Iny continues angrily rambling to herself as they approach their destination.

"Hey, Clumsy, Could you do me a favor..." She calls over to Connor, still unsure of what his name is " Hold out your hand and brace yourself... I need to hit something..." She requests, Still angry at Kayla's stubbornness.

In truth, he wasn't alright at all. His condition was severely aggravated by all of the shoving around he just got, but the moment blotted out any thoughts of it. Supernova at least had succeeded in her incredibly obvious goal -- he only had eyes for her right now, and she had guaranteed that he would be stuck with her as long as she was out.

He gripped his cane so hard that his knuckles turned pale, and he succeeded in the struggle to stand up straight, which was a titanic effort -- even without having hidden the pain of it perfectly. When he had gotten up though, he knew that his silence had betrayed him, and he felt too feeble to continue very far on his own with confidence.

So, he gave up on bothering to try. If even Supernova wanted him to go for it to the point of beating him to bits over it, then why not? Besides, if she was actually able to make him forget about his pain with just a smile...

"I can make it." He found himself sounding a lot stronger than he felt. "It happens way too often to get me down." He finally stood up, and gave a smile that came way too easily.

"So, you want to head off to the Pokémon Center with me before our classes begin? I'd like to get to know you a bit better. After all, we seem to always be running into each other... Not to mention that Supernova seems to really like you, and that's nothing not often said." Adrian knew that this girl meant something special to his possibly psychotic Volcarona, who definitely needed to be looked at.

Even if it is considered a date, let it be said that I at least had the guts to ask her out before Supernova reduces me to cinders. And if she says no, at least I can say to Superman and Frostbite that I at least had the pride to stand up and say something.

Conor Crawford || Path To Oak Town

Conor walked only a few feet away from the group before Ace's Charizard came thundering past him. "Well that's one way to speed things up" Conor thought as he smiled.

It was then he heard a voice calling him from behind. "Hey, Clumsy, Could you do me a favor..." Conor knew exactly who was calling him. It didn't take a genius to figure that one out. He turned around and walked back towards Iny. "Hold out your hand and brace yourself... I need to hit something..." she stated.

"Okay, sure thing. I know exactly how you feel" Conor replied smiling knowing full well the anger and frustration that she was feeling. Conor raised his hands up and braced himself. "Alright go for it, give me your best shot."

Conor was now thinking, should they go to the Pokémon Center to check on the girls, or just head straight to class? They were probably already late as it is.

~Leo Lionhart~Sabrina's classroom~
Leo entered the room early it seems, as no one was in there. Or so it seemed...."You have arrived early Leo Lionhart." A voice from above him said flatly. Leo looked up unfazed as he saw Sabrina floating down, eyes glowing an ominous purple color. As she landed gracefully in front of him he took a look at her (She has gotten even more beautiful since years ago) he thought himself as he admired the psychic specialist. "You know I can hear that, don't push your luck boy; just because you have beaten me before does not mean I will fawn over you like most girls" he heard her voice in his head and as he looked at her and nodded her scowl she was wearing turned into a smirk. She turned around and looked out of the window and Leo walked beside of her while taking Togepi out of his bag. Togepi was smiling and laughing as Leo was holding him then he stopped and looked at Sabrina and Leo both with smiles on their face (Looks like Sabrina does feel happiness) Leo thought knowing she would read his mind. Sabrina stopped smiling and glared at Leo. "We have a short amount of time before class begins, don't spend most of it bothering me." Togepi continued watching, and there was an awkward silence. Togepi looked at Sabrina "Togepriii?!?" He said as he pointed at Leo. Sabrina looked away from both of them so they couldn't see the tinge of red on her cheeks "Don't be silly." She said flustered. "You can understand Pokemons' thoughts and feelings too?" Leo asked after he was finished laughing and returning Togepi "Yes, to an extent." Sabrina told Leo now looking at him annoyed out of the corner of her eye. Leo broke the eye contact and looked out of the window again. "A lot has passed since you defeated me soundly in my gym. You have changed...and grown" Sabrina told Leo while she gazed out of the window her voice sounding more soft instead of commanding. She always respected those that have defeated her, but this young man beside her demolished her at an even younger age. Leo stayed silent but he smiled. They waited for class to start and looked out of the window. And while Leo knew this was the farthest he would get with this ex gym leader now teacher, he enjoyed this silence with her regardless; dismissing the thoughts of (What if?) that were causing his heart to feel sore.

Sage nodded to himself as he got the books that might be needed on the bookshelves. Alright, run this class as I did the first, though earlier I forgot to mention something. he thought turning around. He noticed a few kids sitting in the back of the room and a boy with a sableye had just entered. Think this is everyone he thought with a smile.

"alright, I think everyone's here now. I'm Sage Smith and today's class is a short one. I'm going to put a berry on your desk. Your job is to figure out what berry it is and what it does. There are books on the bookshelves in the right side of the room, you may keep the berry you get" he picked up a bucket and walked around the room placing berries on the student's desks. When he reached the boy with the sableye he placed a small round green berry on his desk.

Walking back to the front Sage placed the bucket down and turned to face the class again. "Come up to me if you have any questions. Also if your interested in learning more about Berries or Poffins I'm free at any time"

Oerba Dia Vanille​

Vanille smiled back at Adrian. She was glad he was okay, and when he managed to stand her worry disappeared. "I'm glad your okay" she smiled more. When he asked her if she wanted to go with him to the Pokemon Center before classes started, saying he'd like to get to know her a bit better the blush that had gone away returned slightly.

Is he asking me out? she thought with a brighter smile. "Sure I'd love to" she glanced away for a moment to check that both Merida and Prince were still with her before looking back at Adrian. "What class do you have Adrian? I've got Pokemon Coordination for mine"

"Mine is the class on Journeys. Seems a bit redundant because I've gone on one of my own already, but still, you never know what you could learn." Adrian didn't bother telling her about the details of his journey. He was here to get to know her, not scar her for life.

It wasn't long until they got to the nearby Pokémon Center, and it wasn't long after that when Adrian found out what the problem was. The nurse simply told him that most Pokémon that have evolved are usually a lot more assertive when they do things.

Regardless of what she had said, Adrian couldn't miss the open look of contempt on her face. It was evident that he had the same gift as N had when it came to interacting with Pokémon, and that was enough for most to hate his guts. Sometimes they took it to the next level when there were those incredibly rare days when he felt so strong that it was as if he could do so much more than talk with Pokémon...

But today was obviously not one of those days. He leaned on his cane, and released Supernova. "What did you do that for?" She had a reproachful look on her face, as if Adrian had just slapped her for no reason.

"I was worried about you. You never acted like that before." He looked pointedly at her. Both sets of intense blue eyes vied for dominance of the scene, and eventually Adrian won.

"Well, I just wanted you to become the strong person you are on the inside. I feel your power, and I wanted to bring it out like you did for me..." Supernova's expression softened. "You're capable of being so much more than what you are, but you have to let go of your burdens -- such as that metal stick you cling so desperately to."

It was a good thing that the power of understanding Adrian was rare, or else he would have been really embarrassed right about now. "You know why I carry this thing. We were both there, remember?"

"Don't bring that up. It was horrible." Both of them fell silent, a bit sad about each other's pain. "Just think about it, and you'll see. Now, about that pretty girl... Be a gentleman and take her to her class. We've got plenty of time to get to ours. And if not, I'll find a way." She suddenly took on a mischievous expression, and rapidly moved between Adrian and any means of escape.

Mark sat down at his seat and quickly got his class all started up. Looks like it'd be a short class. Hopefully that'd give Mark some time to get to know some more strategies on Berries. Alot of his strategies relied on them at the moment! Sage placed a small green round berry in front of him and his job was to figure out how it worked, Saddly Mark had never seen the berry before. He had only just now gotten familiar with them. Time to hit the books...

"Hey Snype, fetch one of the books over there would you?" Mark asked. Snype nodded and crawled over to the bookshelf. The book he picked up was thankfully tiny but almost the size of the little Sableye! He slowly walked back to Mark and handed him the book. Mark quickly got to researching.

Iny Gage: Pokemon center


Iny, With her eyes flaring up in anger, Hits connor's hand as hard as she can, Almost hurting her own wrist.

"Alright" Iny says, shaking her hand a bit "Well, Holly should be fine, I'm gonna go to class before I completely miss it. It's my first day here, I'm not ready to get in trouble" Iny says Hicking her bag up to her shoulder out of habit. "I'll see you all later" She says, Heading back to the Academy.

"Tell holly to make sure that girl doesn't do anything stupid!" She yells out behind herself.

Holly Amarosa

Holly felt the feeling come back to her body and smiled. She stood up shakily and looked at the nurse. "Thank you," she whispered. The nurse nodded and looked at Kayla. "What should I do when she wakes up?" she asked. Holly rolled her sleeve down and walked over to Kayla. "If she wakes up before class is over, then make her stay here. Um... Shadow!" The Gastly floated from under the bed and blinked curiously. Holly pointed at Kayla. "If she tries to leave when she wakes up, make sure that she stays here." She kissed Kayla's forehead. "I'll be back right after class," she whispered. She walked out of the room and looked up at Shawn. "I'm going to class now... You can stay with her if you want. I have my Gastly watching her to make sure that she doesn't leave." Holly frowned softly and walked out of the Pokemon center. She checked her schedule. Eggs, huh? That should be interesting... She walked back towards the academy and sighed. "I hope Kayla's okay..."