Is This Goodbye?

Hello everyone, DisneyAnimefan94 here and welcome to another Amourshipping fanfic. This is based on a bit dialogue between Serena and Palermo in a preview of a future episode and hinting more at what might happen with Serena at the near end of the XY series. So as always enjoy everyone.

Disclaimer: I don't own Pokémon!

Chapter 1: Our Bittersweet Victories

"Here's to Ash and Serena!" Bonnie cheered holding up a glass as everyone else did. A week had pasted since the Kalos League tournament where Ash had finally won an official Pokemon League. Everyone, including friends and rivals the two had made, were gathered back at Serena's place to celebrate the accomplishments of her and Ash. Serena despite falling short of becoming the next Kalos Queen, was recognized during her stunning and amazing performances at the Master Class showcase and by Aria's decree was given a spot on the Kalos Royal Court which was only given to those who were talented enough to be in, now under the title "Lady Serena".

"Wow, thanks everyone." Serena said with a smile on her face.

"Yeah, we couldn't do this without you all." Ash said as he looked at two blonde kids. "Especially you Bonnie and Clemont." Bonnie tried to hold back her tears of joy while Clemont just looked away and blushed.

"So Ash, what's next?" Bonnie asked. "Are you going to try to take on the Elite Four here?"

"I'm afraid Ash can't do that Bonnie." Her older brother responded.

"Aww, why not?" A disappointed Bonnie asked.

"You see, only those who are native to Kalos and win the Kalos League can challenge the Elite Four, but since I'm not from Kalos I can't." Ash explained while the young girl scratched her head.

"Woah, that's pretty confusing." She said as the others laughed.

"But I did her from Professor Oak that they just passed a rule saying that anyone who won a League outside their respected region, can now challenge their Elite Four back home." Ash said.

"So that means you can challenge the Kanto Elite Four now right?" Serena asked.

"Right, and I have a whole year to train and accept their challenge." Ash said.

"Wow, I'm so happy for you!" Bonnie said with a large smile on her face.

"Me too Ash, can't wait to cheer you on when you do challenge them." Serena said as Ash nodded remembering what the two talked about the day before Ash's Kalos Leauge championship match.

Flashback

"Wow Ash, I can't believe you made it this far in the tournament." Serena said as she and Ash were overlooking the stadium.

"And I have you to thank for it Serena." Ash replied as a hint of blush appeared on Serena's face.

"I-I didn't do anything special." She said folding her hands only to have them be taken into Ash's.

"Your wrong Serena." Ash said as the short haired girl looked into Ash's brown eyes. "You've kept me going through this entire tournament even reminding me of the very same words I told you when we were kids, 'never give up until the end'.

"Oh Ash…" Was all Serena could say as Ash let go of her hands and looked back at the stadium.

"Actually there's something I want to ask you, and it's okay if you way no and you want to continue to try being Kalos Queen." Ash said as Serena was confused.

"What do you mean Ash?" Serena asked.

"Do you remember that day when we first met up again, and I asked you if you wanted to travel with me, Bonnie and Clemont?" Ash said looking at her as Serena nodded.

"Well I'm going to ask that same question again, would you if you like I mean, to travel with me back to Kanto, when all of this is done?" He asked as Serena was shocked. And much like she did the first time Ash offered her a chance to travel with him, she held her fist close to her heart and then gave him a wink.

"Of course, how could I say no to that?" She said. A smile soon crawled on Ash's face as he embraced the Kalos girl in his arms.

"Thanks Serena." He said.

"No Ash, thank you." Serena replied.

End of Flashback

"So when do we leave for Kanto?" Serena asked.

"As soon as I let my mom know we're coming." Ash responded. "Knowing her, she probably is planning a big party for me."

"Actually, you may want to rethink that." A voice said as they all looked up to see Grace, Serena's mother with the phone in her hand. "It's for you Serena." She said as Serena was confused.

"For me?" She asked as her mom nodded. Serena got up and took the phone from her mother and walked into the other room. Everyone was in the living room in silence as they were wondering who would call Serena and what for. A while later, Serena walked back into the room with everyone looking at her. "That was the Showcase committee, they want me to become part of their tour group since I'm now part of the Royal Court." Serena said as everyone smiled.

"That means you get to perform alongside Aria." Bonnie said as Serena nodded.

"So when do you start?" Ash asked as a frown now appeared on Serena's face, making Ash worried. "Serena, what's wrong?" He asked.

"They want me to start later this week." She said stunning everyone.

"But that means you won't be able to travel with Ash." Bonnie said.

"Bonnie don't be rude!" Clemont scolded her.

"No it's alright Clemont." Serena said. "They said it's up to me to decide when to join, and they said I can step away so I can be here at home, but they want me to join right away." She paused a little with a sad smile then appearing on her face. "This is my closest that I can get to being a top performer." She said as Ash then looked at her knowing how hard she worked to be in that spot. A little while after that the party had ended as Serena said goodbye to the friends she made since joining Ash. Clemont and Bonnie were going to stay over until the next day before saying their goodbyes to Ash and Serena. That night everyone was asleep all except for Ash and Pikachu who were outside looking at the stars.

"Hey Pikachu?" Ash said as his partner looked up only to see his longtime friend with tears streaming down his face.

"Pika Pi." The yellow mouse said with his ears now drooping worried for his trainer.

"I think I'm going to do something that I'm going to regret." He said with his fists clinched.

And Cliffhanger! I bet you all know what might happen next. But if not tune in next time to see what happens next. So until next time,

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