The Only Exception

16. [RE-EDITED]

EDIT: I realized that when Hermione and Dawn were talking, Hermione didn't notice Dawn's hair was bleached and it just didn't make sense to me. So, I decided I'd re-edit it!

Hi guys! I'd like to ask you some questions:

1. How do you like the story so far? Does it feel kind of rushed? I hope not because that's not my intention for this story.

2. Are you looking forward to more stories after this one?

3. I do requests!! I'm starting a request book. Only one-shots (unless I feel it is necessary to do a two-shot!)

4. Is there anything you don't like about this story? I'm really trying my best to keep it interesting for you guys!

That's all I have to ask, enjoy!

"I'm really sorry for the way I acted earlier." Ash said looking at Serena. She wasn't exactly looking at him, but at the floor of their cabin. Bonnie and Clemont left them alone to talk with each other.

Serena sighed as she looked at her raven-haired boyfriend, "it's okay, Ash. I forgive you." She smiled as she embraced him into a hug and gave him a peck on his cheek. Ash smiled lightly at her as he returned the hug.

"You know, we weren't able to have dinner and stargaze for our day together yesterday." Serena said.

Ash chuckled lightly at her, "how about after tomorrow's activity?"

"You mean it!?" Serena asked excitedly.

"Of course, it's the least I can do for.. my girlfriend." He said shyly.

Serena smiled at him as she cupped his face in her hands and pulled him in for a kiss. After awhile, she pulled away and laid her head down on his shoulder. "You're the best, Ash." Ash smiled at her. I hope it really works out.

~•~•~

Today was the fifth day of the Pokémon summer camp. Today, all teams would have to compete by collecting stamps from seven checkpoints set up throughout a course, then back for the goal at the camp.

"Let's do our best today, Team Ambipom!" Ash said confidently.

"Right!" They all cheered.

As soon as Professor Sycamore signaled them to go, all teams began running off to the course to collect the stamps from each checkpoint. Team Ambipom was quickly leading followed by Team Squirtle. However, a fog began to form and Bonnie, Pikachu, and Dedenne were separated from the group.

Team Ambipom and Team Squirtle had all decided to look for the three and get back to the competition later. This situation had delayed both teams and none of them earned any points in the end.

They all returned back to camp.

"Aw geez... I'm sorry for costing you guys points." Bonnie said sadly.

Dawn smiled at her, "the important thing is that you're okay."

"Yeah, we'll win those points back on the last day!" Ash smiled, trying to cheer her up.

Clemont patted the little girl's head as they went into the dining hall to eat dinner. Just as Dawn was able to go into the dining hall with them she was stopped.

"Excuse me, Dawn. You have a call from Hearthome City in Sinnoh." Nurse Joy said.

"Hearthome City? Wonder who would be calling from there." Dawn said as she went over to the video phone.