Author's Note:

Here it is, my first Fan Fiction I'm posting and it follows Ash's journey to become a Pokemon Master, in my own image. It is set in the anime universe, although game parts will find there way in. It will be Amourshipping as it is the only Ash X (enter character here), even after her departure. I plan on this series going all the way to Alola, although that will be VERY different then the current anime... With that, Let's begin...

Chapter 1: The Pokemon Summer Camp

The blazing sun is shining down on the quiet, tame, Pallet Town. This small town in the Southern - Western corner of the Kanto region. Pidgey's are chirping, the summer breeze is blowing and the atmosphere is tranquil.

This day, Pallet Town is really that quiet. This is because the world renowned pokemon expert, Professor Samuel Oak, has started his yearly pokemon summer camp, at his lab in the tranquil town. It is for children aged 4 - 7, and children from all across the Kanto region, have come to take part. It is a great way for young people to interact and learn about pokemon, all while having fun.

From Pallet Town itself, there are five children enjoying this camp. The first two are twins, Ash and Drake Ketchum…

Ash Ketchum, he has messy Raven-Black hair, hazel brown eyes, a red and yellow sleeveless shirt, dark blue denim shorts that end just above his knees and dark green shoes, with white socks. He is very energetic and the brings a… unique energy to anything he does. He has a unique skill to easily befriend Pokemon and can even understand there language, this is a trait he received from his father, and it runs in the family, although most people don't know what caused it.

Drake Ketchum, like his brother, he has messy raven-black hair, his eyes are hazel brown although a dark shade then Ash's. He wears a red and white and jacket with short sleeves (much like his father's), with blue jeans (although a lighter shade of Ash's), and white trainers with hints of red. Unlike his younger twin, Drake is much more theory based, rather then spending time with pokemon, like his brother, he spends his time studying and learning about battle different techniques, typing match ups, and anything else he feels is necessary to become a pokemon trainer, so he is in the best position possible for when he turns ten. Because of their differences in personality, Drake has always looked down on his younger brother, considering the games he plays to be pointless along with playing with the wild pokemon.

The next child, is one of the Ash's oldest friends and practically his sister, Leaf Green. She has long Chestnut brown hair, with the same colour eyes. She is near the same age as the Ketchum boys, and is a very energetic and bubbly personality, because of this, she became fast friend with Ash, and the two were so close, someone would guess they were brother and sister. The two would go on adventures and play with the wild pokemon around Pallet.

The fourth child is none other then Professor Oak's grandson, Gary Oak. Gary is a very arrogant child, mainly because of his family's reputation. With Ash able to speak with pokemon, Professor Oak has used his help many times, (this is how Delia, Ash and Drake's mother could afford the camp for both her boys), as Oak offered a free place for the twins as a thanks for all of Ash work in translating. Ash never minded translating for the Professor, as it was just a way for Ash to interact with more pokemon. Although getting the attention from his grandfather, backfired, as it made Ash a prime target for Gary, and his arrogant attitude.

The final Pallet Town child at Professor Oak's summer camp is a new arrival, she only moved to the town a week before the camp, and despite her pleas to her mother, she was sent as it her mother saw it as a good way for her to make friends, this is Serena Yvonne. She has long honey blonde hair, which is cover by a summer hat with a pink ribbon tied around it, sapphire blue eyes, a light pink summer flower dress and pink shoes in the same shade. She is quite a shy child, and the fact that she moved to another region where she knows no-one but her mother doesn't help. Plus she was told of her father's passing, being the main reason they left.

At the Oak Pokemon Lab, in the back Ranch, a group of adults and children were gathered in a group. Professor Oak stood in front of them, on a sort of portable wooden stand, with a male assistant dressed in a lab coat and typical researcher attire, stood next to the stand, with a trolley of pokeballs by his side.

"Greetings." Oak spoke, drawing there attention. Oak has slightly grey hair that sways off to one side, his white lab coat is open and a red shirt is visible, a black belt is also around his waist, holding up a pair of smart brown trousers. Oak waited for everyone to quiet down before continuing. "This is our forty fifth year running our summer camp, and we hope this year will be as successful as the previous years.".

"As many of you know, Kanto's current Champion. Plus many members of Elite Four, have taken part in our Summer Camp in the past." Oak continued. "While you're here, you will have many opportunities to interact with pokemon, learn and prepare for life as a travelling trainer.". Here, many of the kids got excited as they haven't had much chance to interact with pokemon, so this should be a real treat.

"And most of all… Have fun." Oak finished. "For today, the children will have the chance to play and interact with each other, as well as the pokemon specially selected for this camp.". Here, Oak gave a signal to the assistant to his side, who smiled and started releasing the pokemon.

"Parents. Feel free to stick around and make any queries you may have." Oak finished, before stepping down. As he did a couple parent approached the pokemon professor, while others decided to wait and let it calm down and just mingle amongst themselves, and a few decided to take there leave.

The children all gathered in there own group, around the assistant with the trolley of pokeballs. One by one, the assistant released the pokemon, and there was enough enough for one pokemon per kid, with a few spares. Despite the group of kids excited, there is one girl separate, almost hiding… This is Serena. After a while all the kids were playing in there own groups or just with there pokemon…

Serena was standing by a tree, all on her own. She isn't scared of pokemon or anything like that. Except her mother's Pidgey's wake up call each morning, why Grace felt the need to wake Serena up with a peck attack is beyond her.

Leaf saw Serena standing by herself and walked over with the Growlithe she was given to play with. "Hey there." Leaf announced in her usual bubbly tone, with a giant friendly smile on her face. Serena initially jumped as Leaf approached from behind, which caused the happy girl to giggle.

"I'm Leaf." Leaf extended her hand. "What's your name?". Serena looked at Leaf with an unreadable expression, she was so shy, and sure she seems nice, but… She's just too shy.

"... I-I'm Serena." Serena replied after a hesitation. Leaf had a slight frown on her face as a result of the hesitation. Although Leaf couldn't frown for more then a couple seconds as she was too hyper about the camp and what is in store. Serena didn't know what to do, she was too shy to talk and it is just making her uncomfortable.

"So Serena. Why don't you have a pokemon?" Leaf asked as she motioned down towards the Growlithe she was paired with. Growlithe happily barked, he was trained to be friendly with children and wants nothing more then to make friends. Serena looked down at the happy pokemon, and smiled. She had to admit the pokemon was pretty cute, but she is still too shy to say anything. Growlithe took this and excitedly as he jumped at the shy girl. Serena fell down with a shriek as Growlithe licked her with affection, Leaf giggled at the reaction. Serena was terrified, she quickly pulled herself up and bolted into a nearby forest. She was so scared, even a couple tears escaped her eyes.

Ash was playing tag with the poliwag he was paired with. Poliwag was shocked Ash could actually understand him. After a chat where both Ash and Poliwag got to know each other, the two started playing a game of catch… Until a snide voice drew there attention.

"Heh. Still playing those little games, Ashy - Boy." Gary spoke in a snide tone. Ash turned to Gary as he stood up and Poliwag looked with curiosity.

"Gary." Ash mumbled in a bitter tone, barely audible.

"The one and only." Gary replied with an arrogant tone, flick of the hand and a cocky smirked.

"What do you want Gary." Ash asked as he rolled his eyes at Gary's last comment, typical Gary.

"Just seeing what you're up to." Gary gave what seemed to be a genuine smile. "After all, you'll never make it as a trainer so playing games is perfect for you.". Gary's smile turned into another smirk. This made Ash angry, why did Gary single him out? Why?

"You know what Gary. We'll see who's the better trainer when we face each other in the pokemon League." Ash retorted, trying to stay calm. Gary turned to his side and closing his eyes.

"Yeah we will." Gary replied before opening one eye and looking directly at Ash. "If you make it that far.". Gary ended with a mocking laugh and walked away.

Ash grunted before he turned to Poliwag. The Tadpole pokemon made an evaluation of that those two clear knew each other and he guessed they weren't to friendly. This surprised Poliwag since in the short time he knew Ash, it was obvious he was very friendly. Deciding it was neither his business or right to know, he pushed it to the back of his mind. With that they continued there game in with high spirits. Poliwag was surprised Ash could change moods just like that, but decided to just enjoy the game of tag which both did. After while, Poliwag was being chased and ran into a nearby forest, with Ash following shortly behind…

After a few of the adults left concluding their quick talk with Professor Oak, a woman approached the timely professor. She has medium length dark(ish) brown hair with a yellow hair clip, a short sleeve dark blue t-shirt, a pale green jumpsuit, only covering her bottoms, tied around her waist.

"Hello… Professor." The women approached him. Oak turned towards her. "My names Grace. Grace Yvonne.". She offered her hand and Oak happily shook it.

"Ah yes. Ms Yvonne." Oak replied with a friendly smile. "If I'm not mistaken, you and your daughter recently moved to Pallet.". Grace smiled and nodded as she ended the handshake.

"Yes." She replied. "Me and my daughter Serena moved here last week.".

"I thought this camp would help her make friends as she is quite shy." Grace continued.

"Yes, she should certainly have no trouble fitting in here." Oak reassured. "We have four other children from Pallet Town. My grandson, Gary. Leaf Green, a friendly girl who will make friends with her. And two twins, Ash and Drake Ketchum. Drake is currently inside the lab and Ash is… Where is Ash." Oak replied as he named each child he pointed them out although when he got to Ash, he could spot the raven haired boy. Grace looked around and couldn't spot Serena either.

"Um Professor." Grace spoke, causing Oak to look at her. "I can't see Serena either.".

"Don't panic Ms Yvonne." Oak reassured. "Ash is one of the nicest kids I've ever met. I'm sure if there together then Serena will be just fine.". Grace smiled, although not confirmed there is a good chance Serena is with this Ash boy, and if what the Professor said about him is true, then she should be fine… Right?

Serena had stopped running, from the incident with the Growlithe and was know terrified. She was lost in a strange forest, with no-one around, anything could live in here and get a six year old sized snack. As she started to panic, a brush began rustling. Scared Serena slowly backed up, tripping over a rock and hurting her knee.

"I knew I didn't want to come to camp." Serena cried. "MMMUUMMMMMYYY!". Suddenly something popped out of the brush, it was a Poliwag. The Poliwag, stared at the crying girl she scared half to death, and waddled of as the brush started moving again. Holding her breath, Serena couldn't escape. Then a head with messy raven hair came out of the brush (it was Ash).

"Hello. Poliwag, where did you go?" Ash asked. He then left the brush and saw Serena crying on the ground.

"Hey, what's up? Why are you crying?" Ash asked as he bent down by her side.

"I… Hurt my knee." Serena replied, in sobs.

"No need to worry." Ash replied as he pulled out a handkerchief. "I'm Ash, by the way." Ash replied, he introduced himself as he tied the handkerchief around her knee.

"I'm… Serena." Serena replied, trying to calm down.

"Nice to meet you Serena." Ash greeted with a friendly smile. Serena smiled as her heartbeat increased. Why? Why did this boy, who has found and helped her suddenly make her heartbeat increase. But her thought were interrupted when another rush of pain flew through her knee.

"It… Still hurts." Serena informed with a flinch and another rush of pain. Ash smiled at her.

"That's ok, watch this." Ash told her as towered over her. "Feel better, feel better. Right away.". As he spoke his chant, he waved his arms around like casting a magic spell. Serena saw this and giggled, instantly, she couldn't feel the pain any more. Sure, some say what Ash just did was silly, but Serena couldn't help but find it really sweet, he just went an extra mile for her… Plus it was kind of cute. WAIT! WAIT! WAIT! WAIT! Did she just think he was cute… She normally only thinks of typical things as cute. A small tint of pink entered Serena's cheeks with that thought.

"How's your leg know, can you stand up?" Ash asked as he stood up, snapping Serena's attention back to him. Serena tried to push herself up, but couldn't.

"N-no. I hurt it to badly." Serena replied on the verge of tears again.

"Hey, don't give up until it's over. Okay." Ash replied, stopping Serena's tears, as he held out his hand half way. Serena saw the gesture, and it made her heart skip a beat, this boy, she never meet before, dropped… Whatever he was doing, tended to her injury without hesitation, even using his own cloth to help her, casting a magic spell on her, now when she was ready to give up again, he is there with open arms to help her… Plus he's kind of cute… Serena slowly put her hand out about a quarter of the way, shaking, she was making her way. Ash saw her nervousness and quickly met her three quarters of the way. Serena instantly blushed at this as Ash pulled her up. He pulled a little too hard and she fell on to Ash, like it was a hug… Serena's blush instantly intensified, was he actually hugging her? The only male she ever hugged was her father? Isn't this wrong? No, it feels nice, warm, safe…

"See, your up. Let's get back to camp, the nurse can check your knee and I'll introduce you to my friends." Ash replied, he flashed her a toothy grin, as he lead her out of the forest by hand. Serena couldn't understand why she felt so disappoint that he ended there embrace… Hang on, why did she want to continuing hugging him.

As Ash lead Serena back to the camp, he spotted two adults looking for them while walking, one was Professor Oak and the other was Grace. Serena would've spotted them too, but she seemed lost in her own little world, while staring at the boy who helped her…

… Ash Ketchum. You're truly the nicest, kindest, sweetest boy I have ever met. When I was scared and alone, you just showed up like some kind of Guardian angel sent to protect me. He stopped whatever he was doing, without being asked, to top it off, and he jumped through every hoop to make sure I was ok. Using his own cloth to help with my injury, to some silly little chant to stop her pain. Then he helped her stand when she was to just about to give in, although he never gave up, he didn't even leave her to get help, he pulled her up and walked her to safety, it was so… nice, kind, sweet…

"Alright Serena." Ash addressed as he stopped and turned to her, letting go of her hand, and snapping her out of her thoughts. "We're here.". Serena was brought back to reality to find she was now in front of the nurse's office. Before she could speak the door open and a friendly looking nurse stood in the doorway.

"Why, hello Ash." The nurse addressed, she was new most returning campers by name, since this is Ash third year at the Pokemon Summer Camp. "Who do we have here?".

"Hello Nurse Joy." Ash smiled as he greeted her. "This is Serena. She hurt her knee so I brought her here.". Nurse Joy smiled.

"Okay Serena." Nurse Joy approached the shy girl as she kneeled down to eye level. "Let's take a look at this knee, shall we.". Serena was scared initially of this stranger and for some reason looked to Ash. Realising she was scared, he gather her a reassuring smile.

"Don't worry Serena. Nurse Joy will fix you up, and then I can introduce you to my friends." Ash told her. Seeing as Ash seemed to trust this woman, Serena turned her attention towards Nurse Joy and smiled with a slight nod. Nurse Joy smiled at this, and stood up, leading Serena into the nurse's office. As she passed Ash, Serena looked back at him. Ash looked her and smiled.

"Don't worry Serena." Ash reassured with a thumbs up and cheeky smile. "Nurse Joy will fix you you up, then we can play together.". Serena smiled as her heart seemed to flutter, she didn't know why, but the promise to see Ash again and spend time with him, made this whole experience worth it… Her cheeks also seemed to turn red. Nurse Joy saw this and smiled.

"Ah, young love." Nurse Joy thought as she walked Serena into the Nurse's office and closed the door. She has always been a sort of romantic…

Once the door closed, Ash decided he should go and look for Poliwag, he did just leave the little guy in the woods. Sure, he had a good reason and had to prioritise in the heat of the moment, but now Serena is with Nurse Joy, he can't leave the little Tadpole Pokemon all on his own…

Ash was walking through the lab, near the door that leads to the back ranch. As he neared the door, it swung open. Professor Oak walked in with Poliwag in his arms, and a middle aged women around his mother's age behind him.

"Ash, my boy." The professor greeted once he saw the raven haired child.

"Professor. Poliwag." Ash happily exclaimed, as he ran up to them.

"Now. Would you like to tell me why one of the camp monitors found Poliwag wondering around the nearby forest?" Oak asked, it wasn't a stern tone, but it was a serious one.

"Oh. hehehe." Ash nervously laughed as he scratched the back of his head. "Me and Poliwag were playing tag and entered the forest. While I was chasing him, I saw this girl had hurt her knee. So I had to help her, but Poliwag was too far ahead to tell him. I brought her to the Nurse's office and was just about to go out to find Poliwag." Ash hastily replied. "Sorry for abandoning you Poliwag.". Ash bowed his head at the Tadpole pokemon, who smiled in response before jumping into Ash's arms, who was easily able to catch him.

"Don't worry Ash." Poliwag reassured. "You did the right thing.". Ash smiled, he would hate to think he upset the little pokemon. Oak also smiled at the scene, it was clear there was no malice in Ash's decision when he left Poliwag, and the Tadpole pokemon clearly forgave and forgot, so he could happily do the same. After all, he did the right thing.

"Okay Ash. Now could you tell me who this girl is?" Oak asked, maybe this could also solve the mystery of the disappearing girl.

"Yeah. She said her name was Serena." Ash smiled. "She had this weird accent and a straw hat. She's with Nurse Joy at the minute.". Grace let out a breath of relief, it could only be her daughter, she still had their Kalosian accent, and she loved that straw hat, her father gave it her to wear when he took her fishing.

"Thank Arceus." Grace thanked under her breath.

"Um… Can I go now Professor?" Ash asked. "Me and Poliwag have a game to finish.".

"You're on." Poliwag declared as he jumped down and both got ready to run and continue their game of tag. Oak smiled, Ash always had limitless energy.

"Okay Ash, go and have fun." Oak replied, as soon as the words escaped his lips, both Ash and Poliwag ran off into the ranch. "And stay safe!". Oak sighed, whether Ash heard him or not, he knew the raven haired boy was reckless and safety normally took a back seat.

After Grace learned the location of Serena, she moved past the Professor and Ash, she was thankful that Ash helped her little girl, but her escape to Kanto, even leaving her twin sister. She may of told everyone that her husband died and that was why she moved… But not necessary the truth. Only a few people actually knew the truth, and she is still a bit jumpy. She looked through the window on the door and saw Serena with a bright smile on her face. Grace could finally relax, it was still early days so she was still on edge…

Ash and Poliwag were running around the ranch, although they didn't go near the forest in which they found Serena before. While playing, both failed to noticed a little girl approach Ash from behind.

"Hey Ash." Leaf spoke her typically bubbly tone. "Where you been?". Ash and Poliwag turned to face this girl, Poliwag didn't mind stopping the game as it would be rude to not address her, and she seems to be friendly with Ash.

"Probably running away because he knows he can't hold a candle to the great Gary Oak." Gary's snide voice crept in from behind Leaf. Leaf rolled her eyes, Gary was always arrogant and seemed to direct it at Ash for some unknown reason, and then Ash would retaliate and they would end up in a fight.

"Actually Gary. I made a new friend so don't flatter yourself." Ash replied triumphantly. He knew he had won this round as Gary couldn't really come up with a good comeback… He is six after all.

"Hmp." Gary grunted before promptly turning and walking way. Leaf smiled, that was the best Ash has ever handled Gary, and she didn't need to break them up.

"Well done Ash. I don't think I've ever seen you handle Gary so well." Leaf beamed with a wide grin. "So who's this new friend you made.".

"Her name is Serena." Ash smiled. "Me and Poliwag were playing tag in the forest and we found her with an injured knee. I helped her to the nurse and told her that when she's done we can play together.".

"Serena. That new girl with the straw hat?" Leaf asked with curiosity.

"Yeah. I think she just moved to Pallet." Ash replied. "I tried to talk with her, but she was quite shy." Leaf explained. "She even ran off after Growlithe jumped up at her.".

"Well I told her that when she's done with the nurse I'll introduce her to my friends." Ash explained with a smile. "So might as well stick together so you can meet her when she's out.". Leaf smiled, she always liked making new friends and saw no issues with, at all.

"Sure Ash." Leaf replied with a sort of scary smile as she stepped dangerously close to Ash, to where there noses were inches apart and they looked each other in the eye.

Ash was nervous. "... Leaf…" Ash questioned, scared to say anything, he knows that look in her eye, and it means she's up to something…

"... TAG!" Leaf exclaimed, with a bright smile as she pushed Ash back, after a minute of silence. "You're it.". Leaf took off running with Growlithe and Poliwag running in separate directions. Ash, smiled to, that was just like Leaf.

"Hey!" Ash cried out, although he was still smiling. He took off after the trio. "No fair."...

Sat by the window in the nurse's office, Serena was just waiting for Nurse joy to finish wrapping a bandage around her knee. Nurse Joy had already removed Ash's handkerchief, and left it next to Serena. Unknowingly, Serena grabbed the handkerchief and held it against her chest, above her heart, while she looked out the window and watched Ash, playing tag with Poliwag…

Serena was happy just watching Ash, running around with Poliwag. Then that girl and boy came. Serena didn't know why, but her attention was suddenly on this girl. Serena hated the fact that these two were so friendly… Why. She didn't even notice when that other boy left. Then that girl got uncomfortably close to Ash. Serena clenched her fist that was holding the handkerchief, why was she still that close. When that girl pushed him back, and he started chasing her and the pokemon, it was clear they were only playing a game. Serena released a breath she didn't know she was holding, but why was she acting like this?

"Okay Serena." Nurse Joy drew her attention. "It was nothing serious, just be careful for the next few days."...

As Serena left the nurses office, she started walking back to the ranch. As she past a door that was left open, her eye went wondering when she saw this boy sat in an arm chair, reading a book. This wasn't what was surprising, the thing that caught her attention was the fact that this boy looked just like Ash, except for the clothes. She slowly walked towards the door and slightly pushed it open. The creak the door made drew the boy's attention to the strange girl stood in the doorway.

"Yes." Drake spoke, being direct. Serena was taken back by this. The voice was very similar to Ash, but in wasn't light hearted and seemed to hold a sense of serious usually seen with adults.

"Ash?" Serena questioned, in almost a whisper. She wasn't sure she should say anything, but then again, remaining silent wouldn't be too good either and if she wants to meet up with Ash again, this may be the only way, to do so. Drake seemed to get a disgusted glint in his eye as a frown appeared on his face.

"My little brother isn't here." Drake replied, with a dark tone, rather then just a serious one. Sure, he isn't a social person but the fact this stranger came to him when looking for Ash is just a kick in the teeth, why does everyone prefer to play stupid kids games with Ash, rather then better themselves and study with Drake? "Probably chasing a Ratata up a tree or something.".

"Oh." Serena replied, guess them being brothers answers the similar looks and voice, but they are completely different. "Thank you for your help.". After a quick bow in gratitude, Serena quickly ran around the corner and out of Drake's sight. He was seriously scary.

"I can believe Ash and that boy are brothers." Serena thought. "Their so different. Ash is kind, sweet and out going while he was...". Serena decided to stop that thought process and forget about it, maybe he's just having a bad day, and if she's going to be friends with Ash, then she'll probably be friends with him too. With that, Serena walked back towards the door leading out into the ranch, to meet that nice boy who saved her...

As Ash was being chased by a Growlithe with Leaf beside him, they came to a sudden stop when Poliwag got there attention.

"WAIT! Time out." Poliwag called, causing all three to stop and turn to face the tadpole pokemon. "Look. Serena's out of the nurses office.". Poliwag used his tail and pointed towards the doors which lead back inside the lab. The other's followed the direction Poliwag was pointing and there eye's fell up on the honey blonde girl with a bandaged knee.

"Great, lets go and get her." Ash smiled. Leaf also smiled, she'll get to make a new friend. She isn't surprised by Ash's story about how he met Serena, he has already been one to go the extra mile and couldn't just leave someone in need. With Serena now done with the nurse, Ash, Leaf, Poliwag and Growlithe made there way over to the Kalos native...

Serena was looking around trying to find the boy who saved her. Due to the position of the Nurses Office, she was facing the wrong way as she saw him from a different point of view. With each passing second, she was growing more and more agitated…

"Hey Serena." Ash called out as he approached from behind. At the sound of his voice, Serena's heart started pounding hard again... Why? She turned around and with Ash, and the others now in front of her, Serena's mouth formed a great big grin.

"Hey Ash." She exclaimed. She didn't know why, she was normally so shy, but with Ash, she just couldn't help herself. Ash went on from there, to introduce Leaf and the two pokemon. Initially Serena was terrified of the pokemon, especially Growlithe. Although Ash came to the rescue again and after his reassurance, she was able to relax and actually made friends with them. Due to her knee injury, she wasn't able to play tag, so the group of four made there way over the field and decided to sit down and chat, and got to know each other...

Watching from afar, Grace was about to leave as she knows her injury was nothing serious. She was initially scared her daughter would be too shy and just go through the camp, avoiding people at every turn, but amazingly she made a friend, and he is introducing her to other friends. Grace smiled at the three kids sat in field, it looks like the move was a good choice. To be fair, it was pretty much their only choice with him still around, and leaving her twin sister was in no-way easy, but it is necessary to keep them both safe... With one final look at the trio, and Serena happily rubbing Growlithe's head, Grace smile. They were going to be all right. With that, she turned and walked away, if Serena was making new friends, then so should she...

As the kids were talking and getting to know each other, a snide voice broke the happy atmosphere...

"Well well well, looks like Ashy - Boy is playing another of his little games." Gary mocked. "Well guess you can't blame him, after all, he'll never be a great trainer like me.". Ash got angry and jumped up to met the Professor's grandson as he approached the group. While Ash confronted his old rival, Serena moved closer to leaf, to both get out of the way as she was currently in between the confronting boys, and to talk to Leaf to get answers.

"Hey Leaf." Serena whispered as the two boys started bickering. "Who's that?".

"Gary Oak." Leaf replied with a slight clench of her fists. "He and Ash are always at each other. I don't know why, but he's really arrogant and he usually directs it towards Ash.". Leaf explained in a whisper, a couple seconds later, the two boys flung at each other.

"Guess that's my cue." Leaf sighed followed by standing up and approaching the brawling boys. Without hesitation, Leaf threw her hands into the commotion and pulled both boys back by the ear.

"YEOWW!" Both boys cried in pain.

"Now. Are you going to be good?" Leaf asked in her typically bubbly voice. Despite the pain, both managed to nod. "I can't hear you.".

"Yes." Ash cringed with the ear pain. Gary tried to out last Leaf and only grunted. Leaf let Ash go, but held onto Gary's ear, when she heard Gary grunt rather then a proper answer, she tighten her grip. Ash, on the other hand, covered his acing ear to try and relieve the. Serena saw Ash with a pout, and couldn't help but giggle, she didn't know why, but it just looked cute.

"Fine... Yes." Gary replied, trying to hide his pain. Leaf smiled, she was victorious. With that, she let go of his ear, and like Ash, Gary attempted to relieve his pain in pretty much the same way.

"Annoying girl." Gary grunted before marching off. From their, Ash and Leaf basically explained what the Pallet group was like to Serena. How those two are practically siblings, Gary and Ash are at each other's throats and also mentioned introducing Drake to her.

Serena, for some unknown reason, was extremely jealous that Leaf was so close to Ash, but she didn't know why. Ever since meeting Ash, she has had these weird feelings around him, and this jealousy is just one of them. Maybe her mum will know and she can ask once the camp is over. Serena also mentioned that she already met a boy who claimed to Ash's brother, although he seemed extremely different from Ash in personality.

That made the surrogate siblings laugh as she hit the nail on the head. Ash was always adventurous and reckless, putting others first and saving thinking time for after the event. Whereas Drake is much more calculated, spending his time studying and learning rather then exploring and playing with wild pokemon, he considers Ash's 'Adventures' to be childish and nothing more then a waste of time.

With Introductions done, the camp continued over the course of a three weeks, Serena fitted right in. She quickly became best friends with Ash and Leaf, she spent a little time with Gary, although the two could tolerate each other if needed and because of Serena's shyness, the two never thought against each other, at least not as intense or as often as Ash and Gary. Serena also met Drake, and despite her best attempts, Drake was the same cut off, calculating individual and despite being friendly towards each other, they only really interacted when needed.

With the camp over, Ash and Leaf helped Serena adapt to her new Hometown. Grace, also became friends with Delia and Rose (Ash's and Leaf's mothers), and the Yvonne's fitted right in. Serena also talked about these weird feelings she gets around Ash, which turned into a mistake, as Grace instantly knew her daughter had a crush, and wasted little time in teasing her about it. Once Serena accepted her feeling, it became common knowledge about her crush on the raven haired boy, in fact only one person wasn't made aware of her feelings... And not through a lack of trying. That person is Ash himself. Leaf, like Grace made sure she would tease her best friend about it, which normally resulted in Serena blushing immensely.

As time went on, the long awaited date grew closer and closer... The day that they can start their pokemon Journey...

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