Mixturing Moves

Chapter 3: Trouble in the Noctis Forest Part 1.

Hidden beyond the lush trees and the blossoms of the forest, lies the Noctis Village in plain sight. The village is filled with Pokemon of unique typings and appearances, with there being some few simple houses and a shop next to one of them. At the seaport, three bipedal pig-like creatures with constant flames covering their necks and shoulders are guarding the entrance to the port. They're known as Emboars, all wearing a blue uniform with two spears as its symbol. As they stand guard, the first Emboar stares sternly at the sea while the second yawns in boredom and the third sniffs his own armpits.

Within the village itself are three Pokemon being near the forest. The first being a blue canine-like creature with black legs, black torso, has a black 'mask', stands on twos and has red eyes: Riolu. The second being a slate gray fox-like creature with a large tuft of fur, greenish blue eyes with red eyelids, and stands on fours: Zorua. And lastly, the third also being a blue bipedal canine-like creature with a round spike on her chest and forepaws, cream-colored fur on her torso, has a medium length blue tail, and red eyes: Lucario.

The Riolu and Zorua chase each other in an playful and exciting manner, with the Lucario watching them in delight. Then the two stop running, the Riolu falling onto the Zorua during the process and they both laugh happily. "Had fun, you two?" The Lucario asks, smiling at them.

"We sure did, sis!" The Riolu exclaims, smiling with glee. The Zorua looks at him with a smirk.

"Yeah. Mark isn't very good at tag, though. But that's what makes it more fun!" The Zorua says, giggling as Mark pouts.

"Oh come on, Natalie! You know I can't keep up with you!"

"That's why it's fun, you slowpoke." Natalie giggles some more while Mark blushes and pouts again. He gets off of her afterwards as the Lucario walks toward the two.

"Alright, time to head to the Berry Shop. I heard that they're giving away Oran berries for free today." The Lucario says, licking her lips while closing her eyes in satisfaction. "I would love to taste those berries right now. Been loving them since mother gave them to me for the first time. Mmm, mmm." She then stares back at the two Pokemon. "Wouldn't you guys want a taste of its deliciousness, too?"

Natalie pouts. "But I rather explore the Noctis Forest than to eat right now, Carrie!" She fusses. "It sounds like a cool and fun place! Can we? Please? Pleaaase?" Natalie nuzzles against Carrie's leg, pleading.

"Natalie, you know that forest is dangerous, right?" Carrie, the Lucario, says as she points to a sign that's on a random tree. It says 'Warning: This forest can be chaotic. Be aware and be prepare. Adults are highly advised to be with their child when entering.' "I don't want you to get hurt, dear. So no."

"But I wanna take a peek, Carrie!"

"Natalie, come on. You know better." Carrie folds her arms in response to Natalie's pleas, eyeing at the Zorua. "Plus, I believe there's a group of angry Houndooms that dislikes us villagers." Natalie lowers her eyebrows, becoming angry.

"But I don't care about those Houndooms! I wanna explore the forest! Please!?" Natalie pleads.

"Natalie, no means no. I'm not going inside of that forest, even if that's the last thing I'll do."

"Fine! Then I'll go by myself!"

"N-Natalie!" Mark cries out worriedly. Carrie sighs heavily, glancing at the Zorua.

"Hey! I'm the adult here, missy! So get your behind over here right now or no Oran berries for you!" Carrie argues. Natalie squints her eyes and groans, sighing as she closes her eyes to show defeat.

"Okay, fine." Natalie says, rolling her eyes while walking toward the Lucario. Carrie and Mark sigh in relief, the Lucario unfolding her arms with a smile spreading across her face.