Royal Pain (Guzma X Reader)

Train On

That night, you helped Hala and Kukui pick up what was left of the lab. Hala and Kukui tried to remain positive, but it was hard for you to focus on their words.

'What the hell did Kukui mean when he said a human didn't do this? Maybe Golisopod did? That thing was pretty big and scary...like Guzma...how am I supposed to beat him? I'm just...I'm just a runaway princess with only two Pokémon. Yeah, Wigglytuff is strong, but I haven't had time to train Petilil and what's going to happen if I lose? What if-' your inner thoughts were interrupted by Kukui placing a hand on your shoulder.

You looked up at him and he said, "Maisie, you've been a great help and I want to thank you for that. You should go and get some rest now. We will search for Lillie first thing in the morning." He gave a reassuring smile. You tried to mimic it, but Kukui could tell there was something on your mind.

K: "Besides the obvious, is there something wrong?"
"Umm...no. Just worried about that poor, sweet girl. I hope Team Skull isn't hurting her or Nebbie."

You weren't completely lying. You did hope that Guzma wasn't acting his normal self around Lillie and hurting her; she's far too young and fragile. You just didn't want Kukui and Hala to talk you out of going straight to Po Town in the morning.

K: "Team Skull is just a bunch of lost kids. They wouldn't hurt Lillie, but from what I've heard about Guzma and this destruction, I am also worried about Lillie's safety. Don't worry too much, yeah. We'll save her." He patted you on the back and you nodded as you walked outside of the lab.

On the route back to Iki Town, you stopped dead in your tracks.

"You know what, I'm going to train. Yeah. I'm going to head straight to that shit Town and I'm going to battle anyone I see on my way. I can do this. We can do this. We-"
???: "Wouldn't do that if I was you."

The voice sounded oddly familiar, but you couldn't quite make it out.

"Who's there?!" You tried to keep your cool, but failed miserably.
P: "Ya ex-big sis I guess."
"What?"

Plumeria stepped into the moonlight. Considering the last time you heard this name was when you were unconscious, you'd never seen this person before.

P: "Arceus...PLUMERIA! Damn why can't anyone remember me?" She smacked her forehead.
"Uh...oh yeah...of course! Sorry!" You lied again. You'd never seen or heard of this bitch.
P: "Anyways, I wouldn't go near Guz if I were you. He's...there's something wrong with him."

'Obviously. Dude's an asshole.' You thought, but remained silent to let Plumeria continue.

P: "He's had a temper, but he's never acted out on it so harshly before. There was only one person he would really lay his hands on, but now...if you just look at him a certain way, he attacks. I don't know what's up with him, but I do know that he's been out hunting you."
"Shit! What should I do?! Is he out looking now?? I can battle him!"
"No you idiot! He's not interested in Pokémon battles! He's out for blood and there's not going to be anyone there to save your ass this time, ok?! Now look, I have this plane ticket that I was going to use for myself, but I can't leave him like this. He needs serious help."
"Wait....you're..."
"YES! I'm giving you a way off this island! Now here!"

Plumeria shoved the ticket into your hands. You opened your palms to read where the destination was: Kalos.

'Fuck my life.' You thought.

"Plumeria...I-I can't take this."
P: "And why's that?"
"I can't go to this region."
"Why?! Is it not good enough for ya?!"
"I JUST CANT OK!!?!" You raised your voice and shocked Plumeria. Suddenly she saw the urgency in your eyes. You handed back the line ticket.

"I'm sorry."
P: "Well..alright. Good luck out there, Maisie. You're sure as hell going to need it." And just like that, Plumeria was sucked back into the darkness of the night.

You realized that what you were doing was dangerous, but you were also tired of being scared and forced to do anything. This time, it was your decision. It was your time to take charge. You had to beat Guzma not only for that little girl, but to prove to yourself that you can be a hero. If you can save someone else, you can save yourself.

***Plumeria***

Plumeria walked the opposite direction of you and into the deep forest. When she felt that she was a safe enough distance, she pulled out her dex and dialed a number.

P: "Hey...uh yeah...it didn't work. She didn't want to go back to Kalos...IM SORRY AIGHT? If I kept on about it, then she would've gotten suspicious.....wait....you're coming here?....I'll help, but I better still get my cut....bye."

Author's Note:

Sorry about the long breaks between chapters. Just got back from spring break and I really thought I could post a couple chapters during it. I was insanely busy though. I wrote most of this chapter during one of the break days and just finished it while I wait for my next class. Hope you enjoy! If you're confused and wondering what the hell is going on, don't worry! Everything will be explained in time.