In the Night (Adaman x Reader 18+)

Part 1: Midnight Confession (Adaman x Reader)

FLUFF & CUTENESS IN THIS CHAPTER!

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS TAKES PLACE 4 YEARS AFTER THE EVENTS OF POKEMON LEGENDS: ARCEUS. So... the MC is an adult. There are no major plot spoilers, only character names and places are mentioned/referenced.

4 Year Timeskip After Pokemon Legends: Arceus

Part One

It had been four years since the final battle of Pokemon Legends: Arceus. It was peacetime.

Jubilife Village had expanded its population, the buildings spread across larger land, and the gates had strengthened.

I was an honoured member of the Galaxy Team, an adored almost-celebrity of Jubilife Village, and a popular name among the Pearl and Diamond Clans. On the daily, I continued with excavations, missions and explorations alongside my Pokémon, and occasionally with Rei. After the major battle (the events of the game), life was but a steady set of tasks.

It had been a long day of examining wild Pokémon, and I had finally returned to the Galaxy Hall just after sunset.

Upon entry, I saw Irida at the doorway of Cyllene's office. If Irida was here, that meant-

"Y/N, Irida," Cyllene spoke, stepping down the stairway, an all-too-familiar blue-haired boy following closely behind her. "Perfect. You're both here,"

"Hello Irida," I gave a small nod, "Cyllene..."

When I turned to look up at Adaman, I could see he was looking at me the way he always had. Those honest eyes led me to only whisper, "Adaman".

The simple mention of his name brought out that charming little smirk of his, which tugged at my heart strings.

"Both Irida and Adaman are staying in Jubilife overnight. Both Rei and you will take either of them with you on tomorrow's mission. Who would you like to go with?" Cyllene reached the bottom of the stairwell.

"Irida, as always," I beamed at Pearl Clan leader who returned the smile.

"Perfect. Now get some rest," Cyllene nodded her head.

Upon her farewell, I left the building as fast as I could, feeling my head pound.

I refused to look at Adaman after choosing Irida. Ever since the major battle, I had always chosen Irida, and I always knew it broke Adaman's heart. Choosing to be with him, when I was supposed to focus on battling and surviving would never work out.

~*~

It was nearly after midnight, and I had been lying restlessly in bed. This always happened on "Major Mission" days when Rei and I had to pair up with the Clan Leaders.

I needed a drink.

I headed over to the Wallflower - the little restaurant. It was closed, but Beni, the owner, let me access the bottles of sake whenever I wanted.

I poured myself a drink, or maybe two. It was enough alcohol for me to feel calmed by the stars.

"May I join you?"

I whirled around, the empty glass readied in my hand like a weapon - a force of habit.

Adaman stood a few feet away, his arms above his head to show he was harmless.

"I'm not here to attack you," a meek smile.

"S...sorry," I slowly put the glass back down on the table.

"No, I'm sorry. I never meant to sneak up on you like that. I thought you heard me walk over,"

I guess the alcohol has already hit me.