This is a combination of many Pokémon fanfiction tropes: 1. Betrayal 2. Crossover 3. Romance 4. High school After his loss in the Kalos league, most of Ash's friends sacrificed their friendship with him in favor of their public images. To make things worse, Serena said that she'll be with Calem to withstand her reputation. Upon returning home, team Rocket attacks. As a result, Delia died, while Ash was saved by Arceus. Many years later, Ash-now known as James Buchanan "Bucky" Barnes-enrolled into Lumiose Academy, the most prestigious high school in Kalos, where he run into those who betrayed him. What will he react? Disclaimer: I own nothing but the plot of this story. Pairings: Ash x Esmeralda