Journey of a Lucky Trainer

Chapter 3

As we rejoin Ray on his journey to Pewter City, he has been walking for two months without much rest. Kirlia laid slumped over his shoulder asleep. Ray rubbed her head as he came upon a blue and white brick building about three miles north of Pewter City. Ray looked at it closely, and found a sign that read, Viridian Forest Pokéstop. Ray walked up to the door, and knocked on it. A short woman with red hair, and a thick pair of glasses looked towards him. Ray smiled warmly at the woman.

"Excuse me ma'am, but what is this place?" He asked

She smiled and motioned for Ray to come inside. Ray happily followed her in, then they sat down on a couch in the lobby.

"This is a Pokéstop. In basic terms this is a Pokémon Center built for the rest and relaxation of the trainers. You have to have an Advanced License to e terms though. But we provide a bar with anything from Juices to Tea to Non-Alcoholic Beverages. You can stay here as long as you need to, there is no boarding fee. The only thing you pay for is your drinks. We also have a workout gym, yoga class, and a spa here as well. All Pokéstops have the same features, but they are all geared towards the trainers comfort. If you don't mind though, I must request that you show me your Pokédex." She said

Ray opened a black and gold Pokédex for the woman.

"Hello, my name is Athena. I am the Pokédex assigned to trainer Raymond James Vermillion the Second by Professor Oak. I am his personal identification, as well as a carrier of his credentials. They are as follows:

● Advanced Pokémon License
● Exotic Pokémon Certification
● Exploration Certification
● Pokémon Breeding License
● Sinnoh League Championship Winner

If you have any further questions, please direct them to Mr. Vermillion himself. Thank you, and have a nice day." She said

The woman smiled and nodded. She walked to the desk, and handed him a room key.

"Here you go dear. Your room is 34e, and everything should be freshly prepared for you. We serve meals at 7:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 7:30 pm. Your room has a television, king sized bed, walk in shower, and a mini fridge. Please enjoy your stay." She said

Ray nodded and took the key from her. He placed it in his pocket, and looked around the lobby. He spotted the sign that read 'Bar' and headed in that direction. As he entered the bar, it had the feel of an Irish Pub. He headed to the bar, and pulled up a stool. The bartender walked over to him while cleaning out a glass. The man looked to be in his thirties with a full black beard, and a baseball cap on. He wore a black t-shirt and ragged blue jeans. He set the glass down behind the counter, and looked at Ray.

"So we serve everything from water to soda to non alcoholic beers and other virgin cocktails. That said, what can I get you?" He asked

Ray was intreagued.

"So everything on this menu is non alcoholic?" He asked

The bartender smiled and nodded. Ray allowed a smile to spread across his face.

"I'll have a pint of Guinness then." Ray said

He put the money on the bar, and the bartender took it. He filled a pint glass with Guinness and sat it in front of Ray. The man smiled before he let it go.

"You'll enjoy it. This is their summer blend." He said

Ray nodded and picked up the beer. He took a sip, then decided to go for a mouthful before swallowing. As he set the glass down, he felt someone sit down beside him. Whoever it was put a hand on his shoulder.

"So, you're still drinking the same kind of piss you where the day we met huh?" She asked

Ray was surprised and quickly looked to see who it was. She had long flowing light pink hair, royal blue eyes, a smile that no one could forget, and was wearing a pink thin jacket, black skinny jeans, a pair of converse shoes, and topped it all off with a red flower in her hair. Her name was Sarah Lawrence, and an old love of Ray's. Ray gave her a side hug, then let go after a few moments.