Tryst with Destiny: The End of the Beginning

126: Timely Intervention

"So what happened next?" Gary asks, eagerness sparkling in his eyes.

"Both armies were face to face on the battlefield. With bated breath both sides were ready, waiting for the warhorn to be sounded and the battle to begin. The wind was blowing ominously, as though it was giving a prediction of the misery which was to follow. Finally, the warhorns were sounded as both armies let off a huge cry and charged into battle. The humans on foot and on their cavalry were charging at full speed towards the Pokemon army which was charging as well. The clash was imminent in a matter of mere minutes when suddenly a Flamethrower ripped through the sky creating a wall of fire between the two armies. Startled by the appearance of the unexpected Flamethrower both armies came to an abrupt halt. Everyone turned to the right as a distressed neighing sound caught their attention. They all saw Antonius riding in on his Rapidash, Chase," Dragon Emperor says as everyone looks impressed.

"Awesome," Max, Norman and several other people remark causing Dragon Emperor to chuckle.

"Everyone was completely confused as to what this person was doing in the middle of the battlefield. His cloth was poor and he didn't bear any armour, yet he had risked his life to ride into battle in order to interrupt it. 'Why?' was the question which was buzzing around in everyone's mind as Antonious got off his mount," Dragon Emperor says as everyone listen in complete silence, not wanting to interrupt the story for even a second.

"Confused by the interruption, the current Western king Karlos demanded to know who Antonious was. He said, 'Who are you, peasant? What business can someone like you have to bring you to a battlefield?'. Following this Antonious bowed down before the two great kings, the Western king Karlos and the Eastern king Joseph," Dragon Emperor narrates when he's suddenly interrupted by Bonnie.

"Dragon Emperor, may I ask something?" Bonnie raises her hand.

"Yes, my dear?" Dragon Emperor answers.

"I'm kind of feeling hungry. How long will this story take?" Bonnie questions as a lot of people's stomachs grumble in response.

"Very well then. We'll take a break of two hours. Meet me here once you're all finished. Dismissed," Dragon Emperor says before leaving the room following which everyone starts leaving as well.

(Somewhere in the Kanto Region)

"So my children, refreshed now?" Giovanni asks, earning him a nod from both Ariel and Calem.

"Good. Good. Now back to business, I spoke with the master," Giovanni says before being interrupted by Ariel.

"You spoke with the master! What did he say?" Ariel questions, anxious to know the plan of action.

"We're moving our timeline forward. Ariel, go to the Forbidden Chamber and bring forth the scrolls," Giovanni softly mutters.

"The scrolls? You actually mean it?" Ariel reconfirms, earning her an earnest nod from Giovanni.

"Very well, father," Ariel replies before giving her father a quick bow and leaving the room.

"Calem, I want a complete examination of our inventory. Make sure everything is in working order. When the time comes, nothing should go wrong. Oh and I almost forgot, before you begin checking the inventory, send our best spies to me. I have a job for them," Giovanni says causing Calem to nod in obedience and take his leave.

Calem is leaving when he suddenly hears Giovanni's voice and comes to a halt. He hears, "Do not fail me this time. I have no use for compassion and weakness. I hope you'll do better than what you did in the stadium. You should learn from your sister, at least she doesn't underestimate a blonde girl and get blasted by lightning because of petty hubris." causing Calem to clench fists in anger for a few moments.