A New Adventure

Epilogue

~~~~4 Years Later~~~~

Serena POV

I wait behind the red velvet curtains. I will be going on soon. It's just so hard to believe that after tonight I will no longer be Kalos Queen. I don't mind of course, it has been an amazing experience. Besides, it is about time someone else gets a turn.

I carefully peek out from behind the curtain to see if I can see Ash. I look over at his usual seat, (four from the right in the second row), but I find it empty. That's odd. Ash always shows up early for my performances, and he always sits in the same seat. I shrug it off and step back away from the curtain. I look over at Delphox, Pancham, and Sylveon, my loyal partners.

"You guys ready?" I ask, flashing them a grin. They nod and exclaim happily. "Alright, let's give it all we got," I say. Suddenly, the lights dim. "It's time!" I whisper before heading to the wings. Monsieur Pierre takes the stage, a spotlight lighting up his face.

"Welcome, ladies and gentleman, to the Kalos Queen's performance!" He announces. The crowd applauds in excitement.

"Tonight, we will be crowning a new Kalos Queen, as well as seeing our previous Queen, Serena, perform." More applause. I take a deep breath, preparing to take the stage one last time. Pierre continues.

"But before we will see these lovely ladies perform, we will be having a special performance," he says. I stop in confusion. Special performance? But wasn't I supposed to go on next? I rack my brain, trying to remember any mention of a special performance. Nothing. That's odd. I turn to my Pokemon.

"Alright guys looks like we will will go after this 'special performance," we aren't on quite yet." They look confused at first, but nod in understanding. I turn my gaze to the stage, where Pierre is exiting. I see a figure make their way onstage from the darkness of the wings. I can't quite make them out at first, but I can make out a guitar. When the person steps into the spotlight, where a stool and microphone has been placed, I gasp. Ash?! I would know that wild raven hair anywhere; it's unmistakably him.

"But what is he doing there?" I think. I try to make eye contact with him, but he sits on the stool and grabs the mic without looking at me. Scattered whispers spread through the crowd as they recognize him. The talking diminishes to silence as he begins to talk.

"Hey everyone, I'm Ash Ketchum," he begins. "You are all probably wondering what in the world I'm doing up on stage with a guitar; well, my conscience is asking the same question." This gets a laugh from the audience. Ash continues. "I'm up here because of a very special girl. You see, there's something I need to ask her." I feel butterflies in my stomach. Could he possibly... No... No...he couldn't be. My stomach does flip flops as Ash keeps talking.

"Now, I sure as heck can't sing, and my guitar playing is probably horrible, but I hope she likes this song anyways." I cover my mouth in shock. Is he really doing this... for me?

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The crowd is silent as Ash plays the first few notes of the song. His voice rings out strong and clear.

Forever can never be long enough for me
Feel like I've had long enough with you
Forget the world now we won't let them see
But there's one thing left to do

Now that the weight has lifted
Love has surely shifted my way
Marry me
Today and every day
Marry me
If I ever get the nerve to say
Hello in this cafe
Say you will
Mm-hmm
Say you will
Mm-hmm

I remain frozen as he sings, unable to comprehend what is happening. Meanwhile, Ash keeps going.

Together can never be close enough for me
Feel like I am close enough to you
You wear white and I'll wear out the words I love you
And you're beautiful

Ash turns to look at me, still singing.

Now that the wait is over
And love and has finally shown her my way
Promise me
You'll always be
Happy by my side
I promise to
Sing to you
When all the music dies

Marry me
If I ever get the nerve to say hello in this cafe
Say you will
Mm-hmm
Say you will
Mm-hmm

I feel tears rise to my eyes. I feel a push from behind and look to see... Bonnie and Clemont?? Bonnie gives me a sweet smile.

"Go on," she whispers. I look from her to Ash, then slowly take a step towards the stage.

Promise me
You'll always be
Happy by my side
I promise to
Sing to you
When all the music dies

I put one foot in front of another, the whole thing feeling surreal. When I finally step onstage, I find a spotlight on me and the crowd begins clapping and cheering. I am a bit overwhelmed by it all and almost stop, but I find Ash's deep brown eyes and keep walking. As I get closer, Ash sets down the guitar. He looks into my eyes and quietly sings:

Marry me
Today and every day

I feel a sob catch in my throat as he takes my hand, getting down on one knee.

"Serena, I love you," he begins. I cover my mouth, trying to keep myself from crying. Ash continues. "I love you... and I want to spend the rest of my life with you. I know I can't sing or play guitar, and I can be a total idiot sometimes, but..." he reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small box, opening it up to reveal a glittering ring.

"Will you marry me?"

The tears I have been holding in begin to flow down my cheeks as I try to form words.

"Of course I'll marry you," I manage to get out. The crowd cheers and applauds. Ash gives me a radiant smile and stands up, slipping the ring on my finger. I lean in and kiss him, causing an "Awww..." from the audience. Ash keeps one hand of my cheek, looking into my eyes.

"I love you," he whispers. I place my hand on top of his.

"I love you too," I reply.

"Time to start a new adventure," he says. I nod and smile.

"Together."

OMA I need Amour to become canon soooo bad. I was fangirling so much writing this chapter xD. Well, hope you liked it, this is the end of A New Adventure :) I really loved writing this book, it was tons of fun. Now on to my other books! Be on the lookout! ;) Anyways, thx for reading, Bye!! ;) ;)