Switched Roles- Umbreon & Sylveon

Keeping The Distance

Reflecting on my first few weeks at Pokémon High, I felt a familiar wave of irritation wash over me. Despite my best efforts to keep to myself and avoid the boisterous chaos of the school, Umbreon seemed determined to drag me into his orbit. His constant smiles and friendly gestures were grating, and I found it difficult to hide my annoyance whenever he was around.

Even now, as I sat in the garden-the only place where I could find some semblance of peace-I couldn't escape thoughts of him. I sighed, adjusting my ribbon-like feelers, and tried to focus on the soothing rustle of the leaves. But Umbreon's face, with that persistent, cheerful grin, kept popping into my mind, taunting me.

I didn't hate many Pokémon, but Umbreon was quickly climbing to the top of that short list. It wasn't that he was mean or rude; quite the opposite. His relentless friendliness felt intrusive, and his constant presence made it hard for me to maintain the solitude I craved. Every time he approached me with that easygoing charm, I had to force myself to be polite, to not snap at him and tell him to leave me alone.

I hadn't mentioned any of this to Espeon. She was one of the few Pokémon I could tolerate, and I didn't want to burden her with my frustrations. Besides, Espeon seemed to get along well with Umbreon, which only added to my dilemma. I didn't want to risk alienating her by expressing my true feelings about him.

Part of me knew I should give Umbreon a chance. His kindness was genuine, and he clearly wanted to be my friend. But another part of me bristled at the idea. I valued my independence and didn't want to be dragged into his social circle, where I felt like I would lose myself. Approaching him felt impossible; it was a step I wasn't ready to take.

As the bell rang, signaling the end of lunch, I reluctantly stood up and made my way back to the building. My next class was with Espeon, and I was looking forward to her calm presence. As I entered the classroom, I saw her already seated, her serene expression a welcome sight.

"Hey, Sylveon," Espeon greeted me with a gentle smile. "How's your day going?"

I forced a smile in return, trying to mask my irritation. "It's been fine," I replied, sitting down beside her.

Espeon glanced at me, her eyes perceptive. "You seem a bit off. Is everything okay?"

I hesitated, considering whether to share my thoughts. But I decided against it. "I'm just a bit tired," I said, hoping to deflect her concern.

She nodded, accepting my explanation without pressing further. "If you ever need to talk, you know I'm here, right?"

"Thanks, Espeon," I said, feeling a small pang of guilt for not being entirely honest with her.

The class began, and I tried to focus on the lesson, but my mind kept drifting back to Umbreon. His constant presence was like an itch I couldn't scratch, and it was driving me mad. I knew I should try to see the good in him, to appreciate his efforts to include me. But the thought of getting closer to him made my skin crawl.

I would keep my distance, at least for now. Maybe, with time, I would find a way to tolerate him. But for now, I just wanted to get through the day without another encounter with the ever-smiling Umbreon.

Espeon and I walked together to our next class, the hallway bustling with the usual midday energy. As we moved through the sea of Pokémon, I couldn't help but notice that Espeon seemed quieter than usual. She wore a small, serene smile, her eyes reflecting a contentment that piqued my curiosity.

"Espeon," I began, turning to look at her more closely, "you seem really happy today. What's going on?"

Her smile wavered slightly, and I saw a flicker of nervousness in her eyes. She hesitated for a moment, her tail twitching slightly, before she responded. "Oh, it's nothing really. Just... had a nice morning, that's all."

I raised an eyebrow, not entirely convinced. "Come on, Espeon. You know you can tell me anything. What happened this morning?"

Espeon bit her lip, her ears twitching as she looked around to make sure no one was eavesdropping. "Well, it's just... I had a really good talk with Umbreon earlier."

Hearing his name made my fur bristle slightly, but I tried to keep my expression neutral. "Oh? What did you guys talk about?"

She smiled more confidently this time, her eyes lighting up with excitement. "We were talking about the upcoming festival and how much fun it's going to be. And then... well, he asked if I wanted to help him with the decorations. It was just really nice spending time with him."

A strange mix of emotions welled up inside me. I was happy for Espeon, but the thought of her growing closer to Umbreon bothered me more than I cared to admit. I forced a smile, hoping it didn't look too strained. "That's great, Espeon. I'm glad you had a good time."

She nodded, her smile widening. "Yeah, it was really fun. He's such a nice guy, you know?"

I managed a noncommittal hum in response, not trusting myself to say more without letting my irritation show. We continued walking in silence for a bit, Espeon's happiness palpable beside me. I tried to focus on the upcoming class, but my thoughts kept drifting back to Umbreon. Why did he have to be so persistent, so annoyingly friendly?

As we approached the classroom, I took a deep breath and tried to push those thoughts aside. Espeon's happiness was important to me, and I didn't want to dampen her spirits with my own frustrations. I just had to keep reminding myself to be patient, even if it was hard. Maybe, just maybe, I would find a way to coexist with Umbreon without wanting to scream. But for now, I would focus on getting through the day, one step at a time.

The next day at Pokémon High started off unusually. I didn't see Espeon in the morning, and she was absent from the first two periods as well. It was odd, considering we usually bumped into each other at least once before lunch.

During the break between classes, I wandered through the crowded corridor, keeping an eye out for her. Just as I rounded a corner, I finally spotted Espeon. A small smile tugged at my lips, but my happiness was short-lived.

Espeon was standing with Umbreon, deep in conversation. Umbreon's signature bright smile was plastered across his face, and he seemed animated, gesturing with his paws as he talked. Espeon listened intently, her own smile radiant and her eyes twinkling with interest.

I felt my expression sour instantly. The last thing I wanted was to deal with Umbreon's relentless cheerfulness. I was annoyed, but more than that, I felt a strange pang of something close to jealousy. Espeon looked so happy, and I couldn't help but think it was because of him.

I hesitated, torn between wanting to join Espeon and my strong desire to avoid Umbreon. Taking a deep breath, I decided to keep my distance. I didn't want to ruin Espeon's moment, and I certainly didn't want to deal with Umbreon's inevitable attempts to include me in their conversation.

As I turned to walk away, I couldn't help but steal one last glance at them. Espeon laughed at something Umbreon said, and my heart sank a little. I wanted to be happy for her, I really did. But it was hard to shake off the irritation that bubbled within me.

Trying to clear my mind, I headed towards the garden. It was my sanctuary, the one place where I could find some peace. I needed to regroup and figure out how to handle my growing annoyance with Umbreon. If he was going to be such a big part of Espeon's life, I needed to find a way to coexist with him, no matter how much I disliked him.

For now, I just needed some time alone, away from the crowded hallways and the cheerful chatter of Pokémon High. The garden awaited, and with any luck, I could find a moment of calm amidst the chaos of my thoughts.

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So, are we Finally Getting attached to sylveon???

So, as usual how was the part?