Can love transend...?

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Without further A due I present
Can love transcend?
Arc 1 Chapter 1
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It was much darker time in the land of Sinnoh. No longer was it a happy place where everyone trusted each other. The glamorous live of a trainer, not so glamorous anymore. Less and less of the population have decided to take on the challenges. The time of ten year olds happily going out on their own was over new restrictions have been put on t trainers new laws…

New rules and restrictions
1. All trainers must go to trainer school and graduate.
2. Min. age is now 16 for a license
3. All trainers must travel in pairs

These were the three laws of modern training, designed and enforced by the elite eight. There has been a lot of changes since team Galactic has changed from a joke to a full fledge evil organization. People widely believe that the Team is under new management. But that doesn’t matter despite who the leader may be the fact is the team is out for Blood.

Because of the new rules adventures were no longer an individual thing. Now the life of a trainer was a team effort. In essence every thing had become a doubles world. It has even gone as far as changing the Elite four from just that to The Eight! It goes without saying that the world has changed… for better or worse.

Lucas smiled as the crowed cheered loudly. He looked around seeing people smiling at him in the middle of the arena. He and his partner had just dominated the League and they were now the champions Sinoh. He shook the confetti out of his hair as he lift his half of the trophies up and he looked to his left to see his partner who until this time had remained faceless. But as he peered around the golden trophy he was ripped out of the dream by the loud annoying whine of his alarm clock and into the real world. The sixteen year old quickly slapped the snooze button on his alarm and closed his eyes once again. He was almost asleep when the realization of the day hit him and he sat up quickly. Today was his last day at the Academy… or was it the first day of his life?

He rolled out of bed and landed on all fours he yawned and pushed himself up he was naked like always when he was in bed and he shivered slightly in the cool April morning. Walking to his door he opened it and peered down the hall looking first left then right. Of course he was the only one awake a 6:30 in the morning but he wasn’t going to streak to the bathroom without looking.

He made the quick dash without incident and closed the door behind him. Looking in the mirror Lucas ran his ringers through his light brown hair. It was only a couple inches long but he liked it how it was. Reaching a hand up he pulled at the bag under his left forest green eye and pulled it down stretched his eye at a funny angle; he was easily amused when he was tired. He shrugged and turned around and stepped into the shower this was probably gonna be his last hot shower for a little while so he turned it one the hottest setting scalding his skin until he adjusted to it then he began to wash, his mind miles away all ready.

Once he had finished the shower he got out his skin slightly pink from the heat and scrubbing and his teeth clean from the in-shower brushing. He grabbed a towel and rubbed his hair dry then dabbed at the wetness over his body before finally wrapping the dark blue towel around his waist and tucking it in. Lucas decided to pack stuff now so he reached into the still steaming shower and grabbed his toothbrush and paste then he grabbed another towel for his journey.

Walking across his hall his eight year old sister came out of her room sleepily rubbing her eyes. He kneeled down to look at her. “Jazmine what are you doing awake so early?”
She looked at him dreamily still half asleep, “I just wanted to see you before you leave.”
He smiled warmly and patted her head. “Don’t worry got back to sleep mom is bringing you to see me off later today. He turned her around and gently pushed her to her towards her room. He smiled after her before standing up, Lucas knew that most people didn’t like younger siblings but he really did love his little sister.

Walking back to his room Lucas put his bathroom supplies in his bag, the towel going on bottom and the tooth cleaners going in the outside pocket. After that he put in a set of shampoo and conditioner then his swimming trunks then five pairs of boxers, then three pairs of pants then two pairs of shorts, since he would be wearing the others today, and five shirts and a wind breaker. He smiled as the bag automatically compacted his clothes. So now it looked empty. “The marvel of modern mechanics I guess.” Looking around his room he sighed going to miss it.

He walked to his bed and sat down in just the towel he felt a bump and looked down. His little Squrtile plushy had rolled down his bed and hit him in the leg. He thought about it for a moment then picking the little object up he walked over to the bag and slid it in under the clothes. Putting it out of his mind he got dressed pulling on boxers and then deciding pants would be better he pulled on a pair of jet black cargo pants and he pulled on a belt and then a plain black T-Shirt. He looked around and fount another wind breaker and pulled it on. Grabbing his Poketch, a give from his parents for his birthday, he put it on. Then finally he grabbed a small plastic debit card which would hold all his money and slipped it in his pocket.

Lucas took one more look around and slapped himself on the forehead and walking to his closet he grabbed his rolled up sleeping bag and slid it into his bag before picking it up. It was surprisingly light. After that he was ready to start his journey.

Leaving his room he shut the light off and walked to the kitchen he grabbed himself a banana and pealed it eating the yellow fruit in seconds. Then he started coffee for his mom and dad like he always did before school and left. When Lucas stepped out he couldn’t help but smile at the butterflies in his stomach. Today was the start of his journey, then his smiled fell. “If I pass the test.” He muttered. And walked over to his folded up bike he unfolded it and hoped one then began to pedal towards the academy.
His mind completely on the Test.

The Test was the final exam for all academy students. It tested your mind with a written test as well as your ability to handle new Pokémon with a battle. Then if you passed you would be partnered up. Your partner would be the most important thing after your Pokémon. They had been raised together so they were all generally friends and that was important. Traditionally boys were paired with boys and girls with girls. To keep any…awkward situations from happening, but it wasn’t a rule.

Lucas was jerked to reality by a high pitched scream, a few meters ahead of him was a girl he had to swerve to avoid her and on doing so he hit the curb and tumbled off his bike landing hard on the sidewalk. He looked up angrily and she was looking down at him with anger as well. They glared at each other, she wasn’t someone he friends with but he had seen her at school. But it was hard to know everyone in a school of that size.

“What were you doing spacing off while riding a bike? You could have hurt me!” she scolded him and that made Lucas angry.

“Why were you in the middle of the bike lane?” He countered and stood up still glaring at her, “Were you trying to get hit because I can try again.” She merely glared and walked away. Lucas felt slightly guilty but his knee really hurt. He got on his bike and took off for the school taking a different rout so he didn’t have to pass her again.

Finally he did get to school and it was almost time for the written portion to start. He took his seat and waited. Eventually the screen in front of him lit up and the test began. At first there were simple questions giving outlines of Pokémon and him naming them, but then it got more complicated making him write essays on a type advantage and such like that. When he finished two hours later his mind was mush. He left his computer and walked out of the room towards the waiting area. Buying a coke he sat down and waited.

After about 25 minutes the large screen dinged and faced began to pop up. Lucas discovered to his amusement that he was number five. That was one position higher then his dad was when he took it. After that he gave no more thought to it. Now it was the battle portion. All the kids took a number, he was 50, and waited for their turn. When he was called he walked onto a small arena floor and looked around. He was instructed by the man across to take a Pokémon from the bin beside him and prepare.

Looking at the red and white balls he plunged his hand in as his heart began to thump with excitement. Pulling one out he enlarged it. The man across from him threw a pokeball out and in a flash of light a Dragonaire popped out. Lucas stomach flip-flopped. He loved Dragons and water dragons were the best. Lucas looked at the ball in his hand, “Come on buddy you can do it.” He tossed the ball out and in a flash of light he looked around and saw noting. Then on the ground he saw it. “A Ditto?” he said and then he grinned. “Transform.”
A second latter a second Dragonaire floated face to face with the first. Then the official told them to begin. The test opponent jumped at the go ordering the original dragon to use dragon breath. Lucas knew that wasn’t good, “Ditto dodge then use slam.” The ditto was well trained and flew above the beam them diving down at the original and slamming his thin body full force into it The impact was awesome but it wasn’t over yet. His opponent used dragon breath again this time it hit its target sending Ditto flying. “Ditto slam then dragon breath.” The ditto followed the commands dodging in and out to avoid the attacks from the other dragon and when close enough it spun around smacking the other dragon with its tail and pilling it to the ground in the process then hit a point blank dragon breath and it was over.

The two recalled their Pokémon and met halfway across the room. They shook hands and then Lucas was giving his certificate and was let go. He met his parents in the waiting hall and told them about everything, laughing hard at his father’s reaction to the test scores.

“Now we just have to go to the choosing arena to get our Pokémon then our partners.” The Pokémon was the easy part he had know for a long time which one he would pick. And because of his scores there were only four people in front of him so he should get it. He of course had a plan incase his failed but he would prefer it if he got the one he wanted. He and his family walked towards the back of the academy which was the largest building in Twinroot town. He sat down and talked with his little sister until his name was called. Lucas’s mom gave him a big hug and his father shook his hand, but of course Jazmine latched onto his leg until he stopped and told her to go back to mom. She looked up at Lucas all teary eyes and he shook his head. “Ill be back and you can play with my Pokémon.”

Then he walked into the room where Professor Rowan stood. He was asked which region he wanted to choose his starter from. He thought about it for a moment even thought his mind was made up all ready. “Kanto…” Rowan raised his eye brows informing Lucas that one pokemon had already been selected from there. IT wasn’t a problem he just hoped he got it. “I would like Squirtle please.” There was a flash of light and the tinyturtle Pokémon was standing on the table. Lucas felt his heart flutter after all these years he finally would get his favorite pokemon. He leaned down and held his hand to the pokemon, “Hi my name is Lucas, I am sure we will have a lot of adventures together.” The Squirtle leaned down and sniffed his hand then deciding he was all right jumped into his arms with an excited high pitch call of its name. The force unexpectedly rammed into Lucas causing him to fall onto his but clutching the pokemon who was still hugging him.

“Affectionate little guy aren’t you.” He said smiling, even Rowan was smiling but his ignorance earned him mad look. “What did I saw?” And the pokemon turned his back then Rowan informed him of his mistake. “Ohh I am sorry you are a girl.” The Squirtle nodded and then Lucas stood up holding the pokemon. “Thanks so many Professors. Ill take good care of her.” He was given his pokedex and one pokeball He smiled at Squirtle, “Sorry girl I have to put you in the ball until we meet our partners.” He apologized but the pokemon just yawned and touched the ball before disappearing into it. He hooked the ball onto his belt and slid the pokedex into the shoulder holster of his backpack.

The only thing left was to meet his partner. He thanked Rowan again and left out another door that said pairing. Throughout the time at the academy the students tests and personality were carefully recorded allowing the team to do matching for partners two people with the same goals and aspirations. Because a league champ to be wouldn’t fair well with a contest-aholic. So the pairs were made by behaviorist that studied each student at school.

When he went to the front counter he gave the lady his pokedex and name to register him for the machine. Then he was told which room he would meet his partner in. And since he was one of the first when he arrived the room was empty. So laying down on the couch he pulled Squirtle`s ball out and opened it. “Well Squirtle this is where we shall meet our partners. You can take the other chair or something.” But instead the creature hopped on Lucas’s chest and withdrew into it’s shell. He peered inside and soon the sounds of snoring were heard from the depths. “Yea me too.” He commented and closed his eyes to relax.

Next thing he knew the sound of the door opening woke him up. He sat up and Squirtle slid down to his lap not awakening from her sleep. He waited for his partner wondering which guy from school it would be. But to his surprise a girl walked in… the same girl he almost ran into earlier. She apologized saying she must be in the wrong room and left.

Lucas shrugged and before his head was even on the couch again the door opened and the girl was standing there looking confused. “This is room 12 right?” she asked hoping her eyes were bad. Lucas nodded and she walked in, “I guess we are partners…kinda weird.”

Lucas nodded, “Yea I guess…” He stood up and set Squirtle on the couch. “Wake up.” He said tapping the shell. Then he walked towards the girl and offered his hand shyly. “I’m Lucas sorry about earlier.”

She took his hand and shook it, “I’m Melody call me Mel and don’t worry about it. Shit happens. He looked at the Squirtle, who had just come out of its shell, “How cute!” He pulled her own ball out and released its contents. In a flash there stood a little flame monkey. “Chimchar meet Lucas and Squirtle, our partners.”

Lucas stood their watching as the two pokemon greeted each other. He looked at his partner. It was a girl for one thing. Something that never happened till now. And she was beautiful. But of course he was to shy to tell her this. He could act normal around girls but he was shy when it came to dating or anything like that. “It’s nice to meet you.” He looked at the pokemon for something to say. “We have a nice elemental combo here.” He rubbed the back of his head lamely. But she agreed with him. “Anyway I have to get home my parents are making me stay a night so I can get use to my pokemon.” He grabbled the ball and recalled Squirtle. “Ill meet you in the middle of town at noon tomorrow?”

Mel watched the boy then nodded, “Yea see ya tomorrow.” She too recalled her pokemon and left. When they parted at the doors she flushed, “He was so good looking.” She told the pokeball. Then she ran towards her house to she her parents very excited at the day’s prospect.

Lucas made it home just in time for dinner and he noticed with a big smile that there was a bowel of pokechow next to his plate. He released Squirtle and after his parents and sister fawned over it they sat down to eat. Lucas was so busy retelling everything that had happened that day that he forgot to eat and occasionally Squirtle, who had long since finished, ate off his plate not that he would mind. After he finished explaining his partner he ate the rest of his bed then excused himself to bed. He set his still packed bag by his bed. “I sure like to jump the gun don’t I?” He asked the pokemon but Squirtle merely shrugged and said its name. “I hope Ill learn to understand you more later on.” Squirtle nodded and then they laid down together to sleep Lucas letting Squirtle withdraw under his covers with him. “Night.” And he was asleep like that.