Beyond the Adventure - A Pokémon Story

Chapter 7: Onward! pt1

                Darius looks thrilled with his new Pokémon, and it is easy to see why.  She looks amazing.  I have never seen an Eevee evolution like that before and wonder how it happened.  I only know of five evolutions, but apparently, Eevee has even more.  I wonder just how many more.

                “It’s so pretty,” Liz says.  “I’ve heard rumors of new Eevee evolutions, but never seen any.  What type is it now?”

                “Well, in Kalos, where I’m from, there have been studies of a new type of Pokémon being discovered,” Darius explains.  “Not much is known about it, but it has been dubbed ‘Fairy’.  That is what Sylveon is.”  Darius frowns.  “I’m happy to have one, but with the type still being researched, I don’t know much about it, such as strengths and weaknesses, which will make battling with her quite difficult.”

                “Oh, you’re from Kalos?” Liz asks.  “I’ve always wanted to visit there!  Especially Geosenge Town!”  Darius gives her a confused look.  “I like mysterious places.”

                I look at Liz.  “Well, maybe we can go there someday,” I say, slightly turning red after I realize what I just suggested.

                Liz smiles.  “I’d love that,” she says.

                Darius continues.  “Anyway, because she was so awesome in battle against Whitney’s Miltank, I’ve decided to name her ‘Slayer’!”  Darius grins.

                Liz and I blink.  “That’s… quite the name,” I say with a straight face.  Liz snorts a bit, but otherwise maintains her composure.

                Darius does not seem to notice and kneels down to stroke Sylveon.  He looks happy, which in turn makes me happy.

                Liz and I say our good-byes.  After she leaves, I help Darius prepare for our trip to Kanto.  He gets cleaned up while I ensure we have enough supplies.  When he gets cleaned up, he double-checks his bag.  I say good-bye to Cyndaquil and Hoot-Hoot, top off their food dishes, then motion for Jaws to come, who is watching the cooking channel on television, drooling.

                We head to the Magnet Train station.  The station has many people waiting for the next departure.  The Magnet Train is a recent addition to Goldenrod City.  It was built a year ago to help bring Kanto and Johto closer together and make travel between the two regions easier.  Now, instead of traveling around Mount Silver and through Tohjo Falls or spending a day on a ship to go from Olivine to Vermillion, we can go through Mount Silver from Goldenrod to Saffron in only two hours.  It is much more convenient and has brought the two regions together closer than ever.  Regional imports and exports still go by ship, but there are plans to implement a cargo line parallel to the Magnet Train to help expedite the shipment of goods.  Our relationship with Kanto has grown stronger than ever and the thought of our tight alliance brings me joy and a sense of security.

                At the ticket station, the lady behind the counter greets us warmly.  “Good morning!” she says.  “Welcome to the Magnet Train!  Our next departure is in ten minutes!  How many will be traveling today?”

                “Three please,” I say.

                The woman looks around, then looks at Jaws and nods.  “Ah, I see,” she says.  “So you know, Pokémon travel free, even if they are outside their balls.  The train provides plenty of space for many Pokémon to enjoy.  So do you still need three?”

                I smile.  “That’s good to know, thank you!  We only need two then.”

                The woman nods and taps on her keyboard.  “That will be ten thousand, please.”