Tryst with Destiny: The Beginning of the End (Main Story)

55 : Dragon Emperor Returns

(9 Months Later)

Everything in KIP is proceeding as always. Except Diantha, Cynthia, Sabrina and Lance all the other champions, gym leaders, elite four and frontier brains have returned to their respective regions. All in all it is a normal day in KIP. For 9 months there has not been any word or news of Ash, Serena or the Dragon Emperor. Grace, Cynthia, Delia, Diantha, Sycamore, Oak and a few more people are drinking coffee and having a chat about various things.

"So Prof. I read the paper you published on the dynamics of Rhyhorn and their riders. As a professional Rhyhorn race I must say it was quite interesting." Grace says after sipping her coffee.

"I agree. I heard several people praise it as well. Do give me a copy as well. I would like to read it as well." Cynthia says while smiling sweetly.

"Why thank you." Oak says while giving a chuckle.

"Hello everyone." Lance says as he and Sabrina come into the room as well.

"So Lance and Sabrina did you find anything about them?" Diantha asks in a monotonous tone since she knows what the answer is going to be.

"Nothing as usual. I still don't get it. How can the 3 of them disappear? We have searched all the regions. There has not been a sign of them anywhere." Lance replies in an irritated tone.

"To tell you the truth I really don't give a damn anymore. I think they will appear before us only if that Dragon Emperor wants them to come before us." Cynthia replies while yawning.

"Still. It's very weird. It's like they vanished into thin air." Sabrina says who is assisting Lance and Looker in their investigation.

"I for one don't care anymore as well. That Dragon Emperor gives me headache. Can we please change the topic." Diantha replies in an annoyed tone.

"Now now that's not very nice." A voice says causing everyone to stiffen up and get cautious.

"That voice it can't be." Diantha says as she scans the room with her eyes.

"if you are looking for me I suggest you look up." The voice says as everyone looks up. They get the shock of their life when they see Dragon Emperor resting on the windowsill close to the roof. His eyes are closed, his hands crossed and a calm smile on his face.

"You. How did you get in here without anyone knowing?" Lance shouts as everyone eyes Dragon Emperor with an intense expression.

The Dragon Emperor opens his eye, looks at them, smirks, winks at them and then vanishes to the shock of everyone. A second later he appears on the couch in front of them causing everyone to jump.

"I see. You teleported. No wonder you managed to get in." Lance grumbles as Dragon Emperor helps himself to a cup of coffee as well and then toasts to Lance.

"Your hindsight is 20/20." Dragon Emperor says as Lance gets irritated.

"What are you doing here. Furthermore where are Ash and Serena?" Diantha asks as Dragon Emperor sips his coffee.

"Good Coffee. Might I suggest adding a dash of vanilla extract. It will create a good contrast with the strong coffee." Dragon Emperor replies.

"Glad you like the coffee. Where are Ash and Serena and what are you doing here?" Cynthia asks in a threatening tone.

"Like the attitude. Good to see you still have the fiery spirit in you." Dragon Emperor remarks before smiling to himself.

"Dragon Emperor please tell me where are my Ash and Serena?" Grace and Delia ask in unison.