The first matches are over, Julia and Lumi also advance to the next round, much to Ash's delight. And not only just them, there are also 13 other trainers that win the first round as well.
Serena: For some reason, the people here are getting fewer and fewer.
Ash: Maybe because they lost the battle, so they won't be able to get Meloetta's autograph.
Serena: But there is still the Anomaly light, what if Meloetta accidentally summoned some Pokemon to trash them?
Ash: I was worried about it as well...but it looks like this is not happening right now.
Ringmaster: All right everyone, listen up! Round 1 has now completed! Round 2 has been posted! Stick with it for the sake of one ultra-precious autograph from the ultra-precious Meloetta!
Samson: You're really getting into it, boss.
Ringmaster: Am not! I'm just trying to hype up the crowd! That's all! (Hears Meloetta's voice) You can't just SAY these things!
Samson: Seek help, boss.
Ringmaster: And what do you think you were supposed to be?! No- forget it. Deep breaths, great vibes- And now announcing the pairings for Round 2! In the first quadrant! Bee VS "Clarice!" Ash VS Julia!
Julia: Say whaaaaaaa-
Ash is also surprised to hear that he's going to fight Julia, since they promise to advance to the final round together, along with Lumi, but that's not going to happen right now.
Ringmaster: The second quadrant! "Mystery Participant" VS Techie Yan! Break VS Gentleman Norman!
Break: No, back up; rewind. Go back; what was that you meant by a "Mystery Participant"?
Ringmaster: It's a mystery! Duh; c'mon... Third quadrant! Samson VS Percy! Hiker Oltan VS Cass!
Percy: Wait, you're pairing me against a gym leader?! Why did I even show up?!
Samson: Sorry, lass. A certain over-excitable Ringmaster went ahead and signed me up even though I was just supposed to be bouncing.
Ringmaster: I had to make an even number somehow, and you volunteered!
Samson: Whether or not I did, I'm afraid my pride won't let me go easy on you.
Ringmaster: Maybe I should've just signed your pride up as a separate participant anyway. It seems to have more agency over you than anything else...Quadrant four! Battle Girl Yselda VS Lumi! Posh Rachy VS Santiago!
Ash: Looks like you're going to fight last again...
Lumi: I'll do my best again this time too! Cheer for me, Ash.
Ash: (Smiles) Of course I will.
Ringmaster: And that's it! Sixteen remain- give it your best, each and all of you! And try not to break the gondolas too hard! You guys have no idea how many times we've had to repair them already!
Julia: (After the crowd disperses, turns to Ash) So you and I are fighting next, huh? Then let's be sure to make this an explosive- Wait, no, hold on. (Tries to do a pose) Fufufu, Ash, so we meet again... Fool you were to approach me as such, for I shall take great pleasure in, as they say, cleaning your alarm clock... Quiver in fear and other various emotions, Ash, for our battle shall truly be legendary! Get it? Legendary? Cuz- Meloetta- and- It was funny; I promise!
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32. Ash's Reborn Story
FanfictionJoin Ash on his journey around the famous Reborn Region, stopping Team Meteor and fulfilling Arceus' request of finding his offspring. AshxHarem, rated M for dark themes or violence.
