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Throughout the night, Evan had gotten many messages to his phone, all about people who had a Pokemon that wanted to meet him. At the bottom of each message, and picture of the Pokemon, was another message saying to let the sender know if you're interested. In his own opinion, none of them appealed to him visually. That made him feel sort of insensitive and rude, but he knew that others were most likely doing the same to him. Then again, he was just now 'judging' them based on if he'd want to have sex with them, so he didn't really know what he was doing.
Sometime around midnight, the messages began dying down. However, the last one he got struck his eye. Unlike the others, this one felt more.. human-like. It didn't look like it was just sent from some automated messenger that was solely there to pair people up based on similar answers on their form for the website. This one looked like an actual person had sent it.
Hey Evan! Saw your thing on ATP, and I think I have the perfect girl for you to meet. Not because I personally think so, but because she said she wanted to meet you. Her name is Zanna, and she's an Umbreon. In the picture below, you can see what she looks like.
She's insanely shy about meeting new people, though. You can thank her sister for making her do this. She, her sister, is an Espeon by the way. But she's not the important one in this. Zanna, like I said, is super shy and said she wanted to meet you, so I thought I'd let you know. Please get back to me ASAP so I can have a way to get her to you! We're already close to Verdanturf so we could swing by, perhaps?
-Michael
Evan read the message aloud. Clicking the picture attached the message, Evan was greeted with an Umbreon and Espeon. The two stood side by side, although the Umbreon was standing oddly close to the Espeon. Evan examined the Umbreon, who he remembered was named Zanna, and all of her features.
Although she did look at the camera shyly, Evan did see a small smile on her face. The rings around her ears and on her forehead shone dimly against the camera's lighting. Evan figured it was something that had to do with how the camera captured the moment. But that confused him because her fur shone brightly, almost sparkling from cleanliness.
The thing that stuck out the most about her, however, were the two rings on her hind legs. Or rather, where rings should have been. Where two golden rings should have been, two bright, yellow heart-outlines rested in her fur. It struck him as odd but he knew it was just something visually different than most Umbreon. In fact, he actually thought it was pretty cute how she was shy but had those hearts. It was almost like the hearts were a symbol of her big heart, which was hidden through a cloud of shyness.
One thing was for sure, and that was that Evan wanted to meet her. He didn't know why, but he felt like he should, especially if someone who's as shy looking as the Umbreon is in this picture chose to show interest in him, he knew something positive was there.
Hey Michael. Thanks for messaging me. Just a heads up, I've never done anything like this, so make that known to Zanna, please. I'm looking to take things slow, so if that is a no for her on that, I understand. However, that aside, I'd love to meet her! She looks insanely cute, if I might say so.
Evan paused mid-message. Did he really just type that? He found her 'insanely cute'? Was he already more open to this than he originally thought? Was a small push from somebody all he needed to discover something hidden within him?
"Man, I'm such a wreck," he laughed at himself.
I have work all weekend so maybe we could meet up here in Verdanturf sometime-
Evan was interrupted as a new message appeared on the screen. It was from Oli, his manager.
Evan,
Sorry to bug at such a late time. Hope you understand. Anyways, I am messaging you to let you know we do not need you for the weekend. Since you took someone's position on your day off, I've had your spots filled so you can have your time off. Thanks again, and sleep well!
-Oli
"Well, so much for work!" Evan exclaimed happily. He went back to the previous message he was typing to Michael and deleted what he was typing, instead replacing it with a new message,
I have the whole weekend off. I don't know where you live but if you're close by, then why not tomorrow? Pretty lonely here so I wouldn't mind having her around. Just let me know when and I'll be around!
Sending the message, Evan put his phone down, ready for sleep. Even though he only worked in a gas station, which was having a slow day for the most part, the job was tiring. He was always watching the pumps in case somebody tried to gas 'n' go, had to do stocking, and didn't even get his lunch for the day. So all that, while on an empty stomach, made it much harder for him to function, which lead him to being much more tired than usual.
Evan crawled under the blankets on his bed. As his head hit the pillow, he heard his phone vibrate once again. "Ugh, why right as I lay down? Why couldn't you be like most people and not respond for the next year?" he mumbled to himself. "Whatever, too tired, don't care right now."
Evan ignored his phone, opting to answer it in the morning. Although he was tired before, being in bed really made him sleepy. He didn't know why it hit him so hard, but it did. The pleasant quietness that was his room was so calming, so soothing, so enjoyable. He heard the Volbeat and Illumise out in the distance singing their lovely song of the night. He would have given anything to be out there, watching them put on a spectacular show of lights like they do, but right now, he desired sleep. However, there was one thought that kept bugging his mind.
And that was what it'd be like to meet Zanna.
That night of sleep was probably the best Evan had gotten in years. Not once did he awaken from his slumber. All he remembers is falling asleep, his gaze fixated towards the phone, and then awaking in the exact same position. He did not toss or turn once, and that made him happy. It wasn't often he got such a nice night of sleep.
Evan sat up in bed and stretched, his back cracking from stiffness. He looked to the side of the bed and out the window where he saw the sun was already high in the sky. He smiled, "Man, such a nice looking day!" he said. He turned and dangled his feet of the bed and saw a small, red light blinking on his phone, signalling a message.
Grabbing his phone, he pushed a button on the side and the screen lit up, where a giant clock was now present on the screen. It read the time was just after 9 o'clock. His gaze drifted towards the bottom, where a message was shown. It was an unrecognized number but the night before came flooding back to him the second he saw the message. "Oh yeah.." he mumbled, rubbing the back of his head.
Sweet! I'll stop by at around 10 and we can talk at an early lunch, my treat. Just let me know if that's fine.
The message read.
Sure. Sorry for the late response, passed out last night. Had a tough day at work. Meet me at the Pokemon Center and we can just talk from there. Place has amazing food and is super cheap. I'll get ready and head there now.
With the message sent, Evan got out of bed and stretched once more. He carried his phone into the bathroom and plugged it into the charger then walked back out. He went to his dresser and looked through the drawers for some clothes to wear, nothing too fancy. "But.. is this a date..?" Evan wondered out loud, "Oh well. I like my casualness too much to change."
Walking back into the bathroom with a pair of cargo shorts and a black and red t-shirt in hand, Evan sat them on the counter and got a good look of himself. His usually spiked up hair was now in disarray from his slumber. His dark brown eyes complimented the same brown that his hair was, the two looking perfect together. He looked like your average, everyday 22 year old guy.
With little time to enjoy his shower, Evan got in, quickly washed himself, then got out. He now had a schedule and, even though the shower did little to wake him up, he had to hurry. Quickly getting dressed and re-spiking his hair, Evan grabbed his phone and saw another message from the same guy from before.
As he walked into the living room and slipped his shoes on, he read the message aloud as usual,
We'll be there in about ten minutes. We were a lot closer than I thought, lol. If you get there before us, just snag us a table and we'll look for ya. See ya then.
Evan didn't respond as he didn't know if Michael was driving or not. Evan grabbed his sunglasses off the small stand by the door and put them on. He then opened the front door and stepped out. Shutting it behind him, he locked it and turned around, admiring the day he was presented with. It was so bright and sunny, but, somehow, it wasn't even that hot out. A crisp breeze flew through the air, brushing against Evan's bare skin. "Let's get this show on the road."
Evan walked with a strut to the Pokemon Center. He waved to the people he walked by, wishing them a pleasant day as he walked. He was shocked at why he was so upbeat today, but he kept going back to the probability of it being from the amazing night of sleep. Before he knew it, he was already at the center. He waited outside for a few moments, hoping to see a possible car he didn't recognize. However, none stuck out of the ordinary. So that meant that, either they walked, or he wasn't here yet.
Walking inside, he was met with the faint aroma of medical equipment, not that he was surprised at all. The nurse behind the counter waved at him as he entered, where Evan then waved back. He looked around for the Umbreon and Espeon he had seen in the picture from the previous night but, just like outside, he didn't see them, "Guess I'm early," he mumbled.
With nobody here yet, Evan went over to the section of the center where a restaraunt was built in. Standing in front of a wooden podium was a girl with blonde hair that was tied back into a tight pony tail. She must have been no older than sixteen, "Hi! Just you?" she asked, reaching into the wooden stand of menus.
"Actually, there's three more coming. Two are Pokemon," Evan answered. The girl nodded and smiled, motioning him to follow,
"Alright! Right this way! Is a booth alright?" she asked. Evan nodded, following her as she walked. A couple seconds later, Evan was seated and the girl left, where a new person would be by to service him. It wasn't too long after the first girl left did a new set of people arrive. Evan didn't recognize the guy, however, he did recognize the two Pokemon at his feet. What did strike him as odd though was that a third Pokemon was on his left side.
The man in question was dressed so professionally it scared him. He wore a nice pair of khakis with a bright white shirt tucked in. A black business suit jacket rested neatly over the shirt. His blonde hair was slicked back and his face was clean shaven. If he wasn't so short, he would have almost frightened Evan.
To the left of Michael was a Persian. It stood with confidence and a look of happiness on its face. Its head was held high as the jewel shone brightly in the suns rays that came through the window. Its cream colored fur also shone brightly, indicating its cleanliness. Evan enjoyed the Pokemon immensly, especially with how well its fur was kept. He could only imagine it being that it was brushed daily.
On the right side of him were the two Pokemon he recognized as Zanna, and the Espeon. He didn't know her name yet. Just like in the photo, Zanna hid behind her sister slightly, nervous of the whole situation. Like he remembered, the rings on her body didn't glow brightly like a typical Umbreon's. Hers were dim but they pulsated lightly. The hearts on her hind legs were a lot dimmer than the normal rings, and it struck him as odd.
The Espeon stood next to her sister, a small smile cocked on her face. Evan and the Espeon locked eyes, then looked each other over. The stare the Espeon gave unsettled him. He was unsure if she was reading his mind, or just sizing him up. He really didn't hope the first. It was quiet as the two continued their short stare down before a voice rang in his head, "Boo!"
Evan jumped from the sudden noise. He looked around but soon heard a small giggle coming from in front of him, "I like him already," the Espeon said.
"Be nice," the guy said, eyeing the Espeon. She continued giggling but looked back at him. The guy then spoke up, "Sorry. She likes to joke around a bit.. too much. Michael," he said, extending his hand. Evan gripped it, shaking hands with him,
"Evan, and it's fine. Cheap shot at a scare," he eyed the Espeon, "but paybacks are fun." Evan said with a smile.
"Oh yeah, I definitely like him. I'm Izen," the Espeon said. Evan bent down and he smiled to her,
"Nice to meet you," Evan felt his hand get gripped but, when he looked at it, he saw nothing there aside from a purple energy. He then felt his hand extend and took it as her way of shaking his hand,
"You too. Nice to see someone isn't sour about a joke," Izen glared at Michael, "Expect more of them."
"A prankster, huh? Well, not surprising. Hear a lot of Espeon are,"
"Can't be surprised. And I'd like to keep that title of top prankster, so don't get too confident. My pranks are.. unconventional and can go past boundaries. So be warned."
"Noted," he chuckled. Evan then looked to the Umbreon, who was silent the whole time, "And I assume you're Zanna? I'm Evan, and it's a pleasure to meet you." he said with a bright smile.
"I uh.. yes.. I'm Zanna," she responded with a squeak. The way she spoke nearly broke his heart from sheer cuteness. Even if he wasn't going to be on a 'date' with her, he wanted to pick her up and just hug her. However, that'd be a bit.. awkward for both him and her, "You look just like your picture. Thanks for not being one of those meatheads who fake pictures,"
"I may not be a meathead, but I'm still as dumb as one," he joked about himself, "I've been known to say some.. dumb stuff, to put it bluntly," he laughed. She smiled slightly as he spoke up once more, "I'd also like to say that your fur is just.. it's beautiful."
"Oh.. thanks.." she blushed brightly. Izen giggled and nudged her,
"You've got a keeper already, don't ya?"
"Hush!" Zanna hissed quickly, easily growing embarrased.
"Don't torment your sister, Izen. You know she hates it," a final voice spoke up. It was very feminine but also held a motherly ring to it. He looked to the Persian,
"My name is Marina, by the way. I've raised these two since they were Eevee. They are quite.. odd.."
"Thanks, mom. Love you too," the Umbreon and Espeon said at the same time.
"No problem," she responded, walking to Evan, "Just saying this now because I know Zanna won't and Izen has.. her ways of saying stuff. Zanna is shy, if you didn't notice, but she'll warm up to you quickly. Just give her time and she'll be like your best friend."
Evan motioned to the table, everyone taking their seats. Marina and Michael taking one side while Evan took the other side with Zanna in the middle and Izen on the outside, "I understand. And, just in case you didn't know," Evan began whispering, "Pokephilia isn't legal here in Verdanturf. So use other phrases or make up a story or something, if needed."
"Noted," Michael said. He was about to speak up again but a new girl walked up. She had bright pink hair with an apron resting over her dress.
"Hi! I'm Jessie and I'll be your server this fine day. Can I start you off with some drinks?" The group all ordered their drinks, and the girl left.
"So," Michael continued, "tell me about yourself. Nothing personal, but I like to know the guy who's going to be watching after my friend's Pokemon," he said with a wink, going along with the whole 'make up a story' shtick.
He looked to them all who were listening intently, Zanna included, "Well, like you know, my name's Evan. Graduated school about 5 years ago, a year earlier than most, but never took up college."
"How come?" Marina asked.
"It's pointless," he shrugged, "All college does is reteach you things in a way you already know and take your money. I don't need college to be smart. I'd rather learn on my own. Did I mention they take your money?"
"I never went to college and I have it off pretty nicely, honestly," Michael said, "I run my own PokeBall company and am in the works of a new, top secret ball as we speak. Maybe one day you'll see it in use!"
"Oh so that's what you do? I figured, with those clothes, you were a banker who would slap me if I asked for change." Evan joked.
"I don't need to be a banker to do that," Michael joked back with a grin.
"I deal with it daily. I work at a gas station. I don't make much at all but I have enough to get by and have some fun in life. Never really been one for dating, either." he said with a shrug.
"I'm not going to worry about these girls starving, am I?" Michael asked, not wanting to put them somewhere they won't be safe.
"No, of course not. I make enough to live without worry. Me and the manager, Oli, go way back. He gives a bit more to me than the others, but that's hush hush business," Evan chuckled, "and.. these girls? I thought-"
"Yeah. Hear me out on this, please," he said.
Oh boy..
"Am I taking Izen and Zanna?"
"And Marina, but not today," Michael sighed, "I don't know full details, but-"
"Our old trainer got mixed up with a bad crowd," Izen cut in, "Sorry Michael, I'd prefer to tell the story, if that's fine," he nodded, sitting back in his seat, letting her continue, "Anyways, like I said, he got mixed up in a bad crowd. Drugs, gangs.. you know, stuff you shouldn't be doing. Well, he knew what he was doing, to a point, and didn't want to danger us. He gave us to Michael to watch over until he got better.. this was five years ago. We haven't seen him since."
"Oh, wow.. I'm so sorry.. I know how that is.. sort of. I had a brother who I never met that was a hardcore Team Rocket follower. I found out he died on one of their raids. At least he gave you to someone safe, I assume." Evan said with a sigh. Zanna spoke up, her shyness very slowly fading,
"Michael is really nice.. but he can't take care of us,"
"I would love to, don't get me wrong," he said, "You're all some sweet and fun girls, but I just can't. With my job, I have barely any time to be with you all, which leaves you all home to fend for yourselves all the time. You shouldn't have that kind of sheltered life. You all need a home with someone who will care for you.. like I couldn't. But I'm also not a Pokemon lover," he said, "I know you all need love and I can't supply that."
"Not a Pokemon lover?" Evan asked.
"He won't fuck us," Izen said telepathically, "To put it bluntly, that is. He accepts those who do, hence why he specifically sought out a genuine person who looked like he could take care of us. We also had to take into consideration Zanna and her shyness. If she saw something in someone, we went after them."
"Ah, I understand. And, Izen, how can I respond to you without speaking?"
"Just think it. I'll pick up on it."
"Please, for the love of Arceus, do not read my mind," Evan begged her. She giggled,
"Nah, if we're going to living together, then that comes with it. I need stuff to work with and to show him what we're getting ourselves into. Why? You got some stuff you don't want others to see?" She spoke with a grin.
"How do you deal with her?" Evan asked Michael. He shrugged,
"You get used to it. Eventually you just stop hiding things, especially since she'll find out anyways. Or, you bribe her. And trust me, a bribe can get her pretty much do anything you want," he chuckled.
"Aww, you've got some cute memories.. oh, nevermind. She said no. Ouch,"
"Get out of my memories. They're memories, I'd like them to stay that way."
"You can't make me," She grinned.
"Ugh, whatever. Have fun finding my weird side, Izen," Evan sighed.
"Quit it, Izen. We've got a chance at a new home with a cute-I mean nice-guy. Don't ruin it!" Zanna quickly corrected herself, hoping Evan didn't hear her. He smiled and rested a hand on her back, making her jump lightly.
"Don't worry," he leaned close to her, gently petting her back, "you're cute, too." Again, Zanna blushed brightly.
"You know, for someone who's never had sex with a Pokemon, you're sure open minded and quick to compliment. You open about everything like you are with this?" Izen asked, genuinelly curious.
"What's the point in living life with a closed mind? You'll never experience life to the fullest if you don't try new things. So, that's what I try to do with life on almost everything." Evan said. He was gently petting Zanna's back, and she was silently enjoying it. She didn't know why, but she was already enjoying this human.
"Oh yeah, you're gonna be fun to hang around."
"Good. You done in here?"
"Not even close.. nevermind. I didn't need to know that thought." Izen rolled her eyes, "Maybe some things are left unthought."
"What did you see.. read.. find.. whatever term you call it?" Evan asked.
"I found your lair of, what I'm going to call, stupid thoughts. One example being, you asked someone, and I quote, 'How can my feet smell if they don't have a nose?'. So, for now, I'm done. Maybe later I'll find something not as.. stupid."
"I warned you not to.."
"I mean.. he's right.." Zanna said, eyeing her sister, "Feet don't have a nose, yet they say they smell.."
"Oh my.. I hope you're joking, sister,"
"Somewhat." Zanna smiled. She looked to Evan and grinned, happy she found something that could annoy her sister. Izen always had it easy. She could read your mind and figure out what annoys you. Zanna? She'd have to get lucky and find out herself.
"I hope you don't ask me those things, Evan," Marina sighed, "Just.." she sighed again. Evan grinned,
"No promises. They come up randomly. At least someone enjoys my stupid thoughts," he smiled at Zanna. As he gently pet her, she lifted her left paw and rested it on Evan's leg gently, her way of returning the nice contact he was giving her. She then leaned into him gently,
"It was funny. I like bad jokes," Zanna said.
"Well leave me out of it; I want nothing to do with it."
"We'll see," he said. They all talked amongst themselves, learning about each other. During their talk, Evan learned he would be, if Zanna became a couple, taking all of them. One Pokemon living with him wasn't much of a shock. He actually kind of expected it, but three?
It wasn't like he couldn't really say no. He wouldn't split her away from her sister, nor away from her adoptive mom. He would feel absolutely terrible to do that. So, eventually, he said it would be okay but he'd at least like some help around the house, to which Marina made sure that Izen would help. Zanna and Marina agreed without a second thought, but Izen, like most Espeon he'd known, which were a lot actually, joked around and said no. Of course, this was if they all did live together.
A couple minutes passed before the waiter returned, their drinks all being sat in front of them. The waitress then took their orders and left. As she did, Evan spoke up to Zanna, "So, Zanna, I'm curious," she looked at him, "What do you like to do for fun?"
"Oh.. I.. uh.." she stammered nervously, "I like to just sit and lay around. My shyness kind of hinders me from doing sociable things. Books and movies and sleeping are my favorite things. You wouldn't know it but Michael played video games when he had time. I loved watching him play them. What about you?"
"I love nature walks. Well," he paused, looking for the right words, "walks in general. Walking during the night time and admiring the night sky is one of my favorite things in the world. I've always loved the darkness and space and stars so, when it's a nice night out, I like to sit outside and just.. admire them. Other than that, I don't really do much," he chuckled.
"You two are a couple in the making, I can tell already. You're both lazy, minus your walks, you like to sit around, and you both love stupid humor. You'll be in love by next Thursday." Izen said telepathically. He rolled his eyes and ignored her,
"I live a pretty basic life." Evan shrugged.
"Nothing wrong with that," Marina said, "However, with Izen around, I can promise things won't be so.. basic." she giggled.
"What do you mean?"
"Well.."
"You'll see later on." Izen grinned, "Living with me is a lot of fun,"
"Only sometimes.." Zanna mumbled.
"Keep holding normal conversation. I've been talking with Zanna while you've been jabbering away and this is something you need to personally see."
"What is it?"
Evan heard Michael speak up about some story with Izen. He acted like he was listening but his mind became clouded and it disoriented him. Not long after, a new memory came into his head. However, this one wasn't of something he did. No, this just happened.
Like any other memory, he was able to recall this with no problem. It was something that just happened. And it made him feel happy.
Flashback to only a few minutes ago.
"What do you think of him so far, sister?" Izen asked. Zanna looked up at him as his hands ran down her back gently. Only minutes ago did she put her paw on him and, at first, he was tense about it. But he soon relaxed and the two began to enjoy their contact.
"I like him. He seems sweet and, I'm sure you probed his mind but found nothing, he doesn't seem like a threat. And he's funny. I definitely want to get to know him." Zanna said, her eyes looking up at him once again. It was only slightly so Evan didn't notice. But she smiled when she did.
"Why do you like this guy so much? You just met him and you're glowing like you've just gotten your first kiss."
"I.. I don't know, Izen. Something about him is just.. welcoming. We just met, yeah, but he's open and honest. He doesn't want to just blindly have sex with as many girls as he can, from what I know. He wants to take things slow, and so do I. It's like.. we were meant to be."
"You're so weird, sister. Hook-up sex is the best!" Izen laughed.
"For you, but not me. But the weirdest part of this all isn't that I'm nervous right now because of me being shy.."
"Then what is the reason you are?"
"Because he's so attractive. I feel like a schoolgirl oogling over the bad boy. It's like I'll say the wrong thing and he'll not want to be my friend and I don't want that to happen. He's cute, and I don't know why, but I want to just cuddle him and-"
"Okay sister, slow down," Izen giggled, cutting off her sisters fangirl moment, "Just take it slow. You've got all day and night with him, and don't forget I'm coming. More is to come, so don't jump to conclusions that you were meant to be. You may learn something you don't like about him."
"Yeah.. I know. Has he.. has he said anything about me?"
"I refuse to enter that brain for a while because of his stupidity. The only thing to go off of is he thinks your fur is beautiful and he thinks your birthmarks are both mysterious, he put a story behind them already, and cute."
"Wow..."
Flashback End
Does.. she really think that about me? I don't get why she does.. Evan thought to himself. The two had literally just met but she was already warming up to him. He didn't know why, he didn't understand it, but he didn't mind.
"She won't shut up about it, either," Izen groaned, "It's been nothing but you in her head. I don't know what's up with her. All she ever does is complain about being in a group of people. But, here she is, oogling over some guy she barely knows.. no offense."
"None taken. But.. that's a good thing.. right?"
"I guess so. Maybe she'll finally break her shell with your help."
"That'd be awesome to know I helped," Evan chuckled.
"I knew making her do this would be fun for her. Looking at her, you can tell she's enjoying herself. She's not even saying anything and she's happy.. not that she wasn't before, but you get my point."
"That reminds me. I've got a question. Well, two. How come her rings on her legs are hearts? And how come, in the picture, they didn't glow so brightly but they are now?" Evan asked curiously. Izen remained silent, waiting for the story to finish from Michael. Moments later, it did and he erupted in laughter. Evan had no idea what the story was, thanks to Izen, but figured he should laugh. So he tried to the best he could.
As he did, Izen then spoke up, "Hey Zanna,"
"Yes, sister?"
"Evan has a question for you."
"I hate you so much already.." Evan thought to Izen. Izen said nothing, instead she gave another giggle.
"What is it?" Zanna asked curiously.
"Well.. I was wondering.."
"Is it about my rings?" she asked. Evan mentally sighed and nodded,
"Yes. I was curious on how come yours are hearts. I didn't know if it's like.. a little thing to differentiate Umbreon, since most Pokemon have a small feature that's different than most or.." he trailed off, "You don't have to answer if you don't want to."
"No no, it's fine. And," she sighed, "I wasn't born with these marks," she explained, looking to her legs and at the glowing hearts, "When I was an Eevee, I was much more shy than I am now. I always felt my trainer, the one who got lost in the sea of bad things, would give up on me. But he never did.
"One night, I don't know how or why or what he did, but something caused me to evolve. At first, I thought I was going to evolve into a Sylveon. I loved him but.. not that way. He was nice but I just didn't connect with him that way. But, I did love him. I think my shyness was what pushed me away from at least trying to love him. Anyways, when I evolved, I became an Umbreon. My feelings were still there.
"At first, I thought I was a normal Umbreon, just shy. But then Izen noticed the marks were different. They weren't the rings. They are what you see. We didn't know why they were like this. We asked around and nothing came up. We began to think it was that small amount of Sylveon I was going to become, but never did. We think that, these hearts, have that Sylveon trapped inside. They are what I was going to be, but instead this is what I became.." she gave a little giggle, "And to be honest, I would rather be an Umbreon, anyways."
"I see.." Evan said, not sure on how to respond.
"I'm kind of glad I didn't follow the first path and entirely fall for him. If I did, it would have hurt to lose him. But part of me also thinks that I was the reason he-"
"You're not the reason he got into what he did, Zanna," Marina said, "We all know he was already into it, and getting worse."
"I know.. but still," Zanna sighed, "I guess the positive thing about this is I was never hurt by him. That, and that also gave me the chance to meet a nice guy," she said with a smile, looking up to Evan.
"You two need a room," Izen teased.
"Leave her alone," Marina said.
"Let me have my fun!"
"Don't ruin a moment, and I will. And Evan," Marina said, getting his attention, "did you ever notice how her rings and hearts didn't glow when we first got here?"
"I did. Now they're bright. How come?" he asked curiously.
"That's.. uhh.. part of my shyness.. we think. We've always noticed they're more dim and less colored when I'm uncomfortable. But when I'm happy and that stuff, they're more bright and shining.. like now." Zanna explained.
"Wow.. that's so cool!" Evan exclaimed, "Well, I mean.. it's hard to explain," he chuckled nervously, hoping he didn't just say the wrong thing.
"I get it," Zanna smiled slightly, "Everyone likes them."
"So I guess that means you're not uncomfortable around me?" Evan asked hopefully. Zanna smiled,
"Yes, I'm fine. At least for now." she smiled.
"Good. That's a good start for me." Evan smiled back. The group continued their conversation, nothing of importance coming up. Michael said that, even though he personally never did anything with the girls, he'd still want to stay in contact and see them every so often. Although they weren't Michael's official Pokemon, he still cared for them deeply.
Obviously, Evan understood that completely. He didn't know Michael's full background, but he knew that he cared for them like a family. It kind of made Evan sad that he may be potentially taking away his family but Michael is the one who came up with this idea, or so he says. The fact that Michael was looking out for them and wanting someone who could care for them while he was unable to made him feel proud of Michael. Maybe there are good people out there, after all.
However, that did raise one problem.. well, a few. Evan was a boring individual. He also never owned a Pokemon before, so he didn't know the first thing about caring for one. He would have to play with them, not that he wouldn't mind that, bathe them, feed them, make sure they're happy..
"Hey, bozo, we can fend for ourselves and help you along the way. You know that, right?" Izen called out sarcastically, pulling Evan from his thoughts.
"I do have a name, too," he grumbled, "And yeah, I know. It's the whole concept of what's happening is what's worrying me."
"What do you mean?" Michael asked. Evan was about to answer before the lady who brought their drinks had returned, all their food on their plates. Being it was still somewhat early, most places served breakfast still, the center included. Since Evan woke up a bit late, he decided on getting a nice helping of pancakes, the perfect way to start a day.
Another plate was sat down, this time being Zanna's. Just like Evan, she had also gotten pancakes, but also a pretty decent helping of bacon. He kind of wished he did too, but he didn't mind. Just meant more to get at the store later. That was a journey he wasn't looking forward to, that's for sure.
The girl sat down the rest of the plates and wished everyone a happy meal before going to do her other tasks. Evan began pouring syrup on his pancakes and took a bite soon after. The sweetness of the syrup and the light, fluffy pancakes were perfect. As he took another bite, he looked up from his plate and saw Michael helping Marina by feeding her bites of her food. That's when he thought of Izen and Zanna. Well, mostly Zanna.
Should.. he ask her if she needs help? Is Izen going to?
"She wants you to but is too afraid to ask." Izen informed him telepathically.
"Thanks. Something helpful for once." he joked. She looked up from her plate as a fork hovered next to her,
"My Psychic powers can do a whole lot to you. I could make you do anything I want right now, I could do anything I want to you, and you wouldn't be able to do a thing. See that jug of butter right there?" she asked, nodding to the object in question. Evan nodded, "I could make you grab that and pour it right onto Zanna's body and have you lick it all up if I wanted and you couldn't stop me. I suggest you watch yourself."
"Jeez.. can't take a joke but has no problem doing pranks.." he grumbled to himself.
"I am the queen of pranks and jokes. I take my role very serious. I am also queen of the sass, so you will learn to not give me it. I can deal with it in.. many ways. You'll see soon enough, that's a promise. For now, help the girl out." she threatened with a giggle. Evan rolled his eyes as he turned his attention to Zanna,
"Mind if I help you out?" he asked with a smile.
"Oh, uhh.. yes, please. Thank you," she said, smiling brightly. He nodded and grabbed a napkin off the table and gently tied it around her neck,
"Can't have that fur getting messy because of me," he chuckled.
"Such a gentleman, you are. Izen needs a proper guy like you," Marina said, eyeing the Espeon. Izen shrugged,
"No point in settling down when I am so young. Being free is what I like. Besides, romance and lovey-dovey like Zanna right here kills me," she teased.
"I'm only assuming it takes a bit of time each day to get all your furs glistening and sparkling clean, right?" he asked, the trio all nodding, "I can tell. Cleanliness is such a nice thing. When I was younger, I remember always brushing the class Eevee until its fur was so soft and sparkling that it couldn't get any cleaner. It was always happy whenever I did, too, so that made it even more worth while."
"It's all worth it in the end. They're all some beautiful girls, aren't they?" Michael smiled.
"That they are. Don't mean to sound weird or something, but if you all do end up moving in with me, expect either daily or nightly fur brushings, for at least one of you. Don't know why, but bruhsing a Pokemon's fur is always one of the most soothing things out there," he chuckled, hoping he didn't sound weird.
"I can get down with that!" Marina exclaimed happily.
"Good, but anyways, back to what I was saying earlier,"
"About what's happening?" Michael asked.
"Yes," Evan nodded, "that's what I mean. I don't usually think ahead on things, which I didn't when I sighed up to.. watch.. a Pokemon. It was an impulse thing and I was sort of indirectly talked into it by a friend. While that doesn't really.. worry me, it's about what the future would be if this all went nicely, not saying it wouldn't."
"Why are you so worried then?" Zanna asked curiously as she was fed another bite. Evan grinned as a tiny bit of syrup was left on the side of her mouth. She tried desperately to lick it up, enjoying the taste just as Evan was, but gave up when she couldn't reach it. He grabbed her napkin and wiped it away, "Thanks.."
"You're welcome," he smiled, "and I don't know why, honestly. I think I'm more worried on just life in general, like how it's going to affect what I do usually. I have a small bed and there's no way I would have any of you sleep somewhere stupid like on the couch. So that's something I have to upgrade in the future, or look into another bed."
"If expenses are the problem, I can hook you up, especially if you're taking them in. Like I said, I have it pretty easy because of the money situation and the job and all that. I could always help you out, if needed." Michael said.
"It's not like anything fancy would be needed, anyways," Evan sighed, "Some stuff I had to get anyways, so that's what I'm going to be doing today."
"You act like we have to be pampered," Izen said, "We're all adults, you included, and we can have fun doing other stuff. As long as you're our official protector, or trainer like you say, we have nothing to worry about. During the day, I like to just run around outside in the city. Plus, this place is pretty nature-y, so that's more for me to explore.
"Zanna? All she does is sleep, read, and watch movies. You do one of those things with her and she's golden. She doesn't go out much but, with you, I feel that'll be changing. You'll probably be spending a lot of time together, anyways. And mom? Psh," she laughed, "all she does is eat, sleep, and groom. Which reminds me, she'll doing that to you."
"Doing what?" Evan asked.
"Grooming you," Michael answered for her, "She's a big mother figure. You will be calling her mom soon enough, even if your mom is around. I do it from time to time. She'll put you before herself in every situation, and she will not let you go out anywhere if you're not up to par with her standards. You'll probably be uncomfortable at first but soon enjoy it. Imagine it.. like you're the Pokemon and she's brushing you," he laughed.
"Well that's.. different?" Evan said, unsure how to respond.
"I've got my reasons, and you all know that. And anyways, like Izen said, we're all old enough to voice our opinions on things. We can speak and let you know if we need something. Truth be told, we'll probably be doing our own things, again, like Izen said."
"And if we all get bored, I've got lots of 'other' things we can do!" Izen said telepathically, putting emphasis on what other things she meant. She didn't need to say it outright and he knew exactly what was hinted at.
"That's even if I grow to enjoy it," Evan said to nobody in particular. Everyone nodded, as if they had also heard what Izen said, "The whole thing of watching a Pokemon is new to me. I've never done it before so there's no telling if I'll even like it. Even if I don't, you're all more than welcome to stay."
He looked down and rubbed Zanna's head lightly, the small Umbreon leaning into his pets. She stopped for a moment and turned to Izen, a confused look on her face. The two then nodded and turned to Evan, Izen speaking up, "She wants to know what you'd do if you, hypothetically, became romantically involved with her but didn't really enjoy sex with her, or us."
"There's things in life you tough out. I am a man, and I aim to make my lady happy. And if that is something she'd want to happen, then so be it." Evan said with a bright smile. "I would just hope that she would do stuff with me even if she may not enjoy it in return."
"By the way, I've got all of our minds linked together. So everything we've been talking about privately, they've heard. Thought you should know."
"And you're just now telling me this?" Evan gave her a look that said everything needed; a look of just 'Are you serious?', mixed in with slight annoyance, "Well, thank Arceus I haven't said anything stupid.."
"You won't hear their thoughts unless they direct them at you. However, they can hear everything we're saying. And at least I even told you," she said, taking another bite of her food.
"Whatever.." Evan fed Zanna one last bite of her food, the Umbreon gulping it down with ease. With her plate now empty, he wiped away at her face to clean up the crumbs she had. Once done, Zanna nuzzled into him lightly, thanking him the best way she could.
"Do you really mean that? Or are you just saying it to make me happy?" a new voice asked in his head. He instantly recognized it as Zanna's.
"Of course I do. The only thing I ask is you just take it slow with me. I hope Michael told you I've never done anything like this. I don't know what you're expecting from this but I just want to start slow. Obviously, whatever happens, happens. I don't know what will but I'm trying my best to keep my mind open." Evan answered, rubbing her back gently.
"What if.. we end up not being anything? Wouldn't this whole thing be a waste?" she asked. Evan shook his head quickly,
"Not even in the slightest. I'd still have made great friends and you'd always be welcome to stay. I'm not going to say get out if something isn't my cup of tea," he chuckled, still petting her lightly, "However, if you wanted to leave and wanted me to help you find someone new, I would. I'm not going to say you'd have to stay or anything."
"How did you even get involved with this?" Izen asked with genuine curiousity.
"With what? The Pokephilia scene?" Izen nodded yes,
"Yeah. I found no hidden thoughts or anything when I first saw you. It never crossed your mind, now all of the sudden you're trying it. Why?"
"Oh, simple. I was at my job and this guy and his Leafeon came in. We chatted for a few minutes and I found out he was going to some big convention for people who're.. I think the term are Pokephiliacs?.. but he said it was big secret stuff. So he handed me a note, not knowing if I also was. It lead to a website and I did a lot of browsing. He talked me into at least trying it, which leads me to where I am now."
"Wait, website? Leafeon? There's no way.." Izen trailed off, as if mystified. Evan looked at her curiously,
"What?"
"Don't tell me it was Raymond and Lea.."
"You know them?"
"Duh! Everyone in the Pokephilia scene does! They're one of the people who set up the event in Mauville this weekend!" Izen exclaimed, shocked he actually met them.
"You're kidding. This is one of your pranks or jokes or whatever, right?"
"Not even a little. A lot of people know who they are but not many actually get to meet them in person, let alone be considered a friend of theirs. If they set you up, you're extremely lucky. Him or Lea must have seen some sort of interest in you to wilingly invite you to their website."
"That's.. weird to think about.." Evan chuckled nervously. Why would he remain so anonymous or not want to meet people of the website? That actually sounded kind of silly. Evan was sure a lot of people knew him personally. There was no reason not to.
"A lot have met them, they just don't realize it. He has never shown his face on the website so nobody knows what he looks like. Anytime a movie or pictures are posted of them, they block out their faces so nobody knows them. They do it to remain safe. Why would someone so high up in a Pokephilia chain, so to speak, not want to remain a bit anonymous?"
"I guess that makes sense. I just don't see what he'd see in me."
"Neither do I, but I'd get ready and get used to the whole Pokephilia thing. Even if you don't directly get into it, no pun intended," she grinned widely, everyone groaning in agony, "you'll still be involved. Ray doesn't let people go so easily. He definitely makes it worth your while."
"How do you know all this? Better yet, how do you even know how to work a computer?"
"She might be a Pokemon, Evan, but she's not stupid," Marina said, "She can use her powers to type and we all know how to read."
"Not stupid? Could have fooled me.." he grinned.
"And strike one. Two more and you're out, boy." Izen threated. Even rolled his eyes and shrugged as Michael spoke up,
"As for how she knows. How do you think I'm so set off? I was in your position at one point. The same exact thing happened to me, but I didn't enjoy it. I tried out watching them like you, but didn't enjoy it. All their funds come the companies they run, my PokeBall chain included. They helped get it going," he grinned, "If it wasn't for them, I wouldn't be where I am now."
"No shit.."
"That's why I'm offering to help with funds. I have more than enough to spare to buy you an entire new bed and anything more you'd need. All you'd need to do is let me know and I can help as my thanks if everything works out for you and Zanna. Giving these girls a nice home is all I ask," Michael said, resting a hand on Marina. She purred as she leaned into him,
"I just hope whoever we go to will stay in contact with you. We'd all love to have you visit sometime, right?"
"Definitely! Even if we didn't get a whole lot of time together, that won't mean I won't miss you." Zanna said with a smile.
"As long as that person would welcome me, I would love to see you all," Michael responded. He reached into his pocket as his phone went off and pulled it out. His eyes went wide at what he saw, "Great, gonna be late," his attention went to Evan, "I'm sorry to leave so suddenly but I've got a business meeting to head to. I think you heard but both Zanna and Izen are going to be with you."
"Yeah, that's fine. We never really discussed how long, though." Evan chuckled.
"Is the weekend fine? I'll call and checkup on them if you'd like, as well. Maybe Monday come back by and we can talk again?" Michael suggested.
"Sounds good to me." The group all got up from their seats, their bellies full from the meal. Evan pulled his wallet out and was about to leave a portion of money for his food but Michael stopped him,
"It's on me for taking them for the weekend. It's fine," he smiled. Evan was going to protest but he simply nodded,
"Appreciated."
"Any time. Was nice meeting you, Evan. I'll stay in contact and everything," he said, the two shaking hands once more. After they did, his attention went to Zanna, "Have fun, and Izen?" the Espeon eyed him, "Please, don't give him too much trouble."
"No promises," she responded innocently.
"Is there anything I should watch out for with her?" he asked, kind of nervous about her.
"I would say to not give in to her demands, but even that won't work. It's best to just go with the flow. Sorry we can't really offer an advice on it. She's too unpredictable," Marina answered with a sigh. Evan nodded to her as he bent down to eye level with her,
"It's fine. Even that is something to go with,"
"You take care of my daughters, you hear?" she instructed, a serious look on her face.
"Yes ma'am, I will." he said with a smile and a nod.
"Good, then have fun!" she exclaimed. Marina jumped up and rested her two front paws on his shoulders and brought him into the best hug she could have. The sudden force of her on him almost toppled him over but he steadied himself and, although slightly awkward to him, he hugged her back out of generosity. The softness of her fur mesmerized him; it was as if her cleanliness and shininess of her fur matched the softness.
Breaking the hug, the Persian turned to the twin sisters, "Stay out of trouble, got it? I don't want to hear of you two causing trouble, especially you, Izen."
"Yes, mother, I know. I'll behave," she sighed, rolling her eyes. The Persian nodded and leaned in, licking the Espeon. She groaned in annoyance but the Persian laughed at her. She then turned to Zanna,
"Don't fall in love too quickly, hear me? I wanna come back and hear stories of what you did together, and not plans on having pups. Got it?" she joked. Zanna blushed in response,
"Mom, stop it! ..We just met.."
"And you've never been this lovey to anybody. So I'm not ruling it out at all. Have fun, dear," she said, leaning in and licking her just as she did Izen. Unlike Izen though, she accepted it and did it back, "Love you both. Was a pleasure to meet you, Evan."
"You as well, Marina."
Michael nodded and waved, starting to walk away. However, just a few steps away, he suddenly stopped and turned around, hurriedly walking back to them, "I almost forgot. Here," he said, reaching into his coat pocket. He then pulled out two PokeBalls, "These are theirs. If anything happens, or if Izen becomes too much trouble, here you go.. Never know."
"Thanks. Nice to know I'll have some kind of escape from her," he smiled, happily taking the balls.
"If you need an escape and you've just seen my outer, well-behaved side, you're in for a rude awakening," she laughed. Evan looked at Marina and Michael,
"She's really not that bad, is she?" he asked, hoping she was joking. The two shook their heads,
"She is."
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