Hello all Storm here with a new chapter! Here we'll be seeing Naruto and May both catching a new Pokémon each. I won't spoil which one and let you all see for yourselves. So, without further ado.

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Three days have passed since Naruto, May, and Max had left the village, with the trio also being accompanied by Brendan. While they were traveling to Verdanturf Town, Naruto had also gotten to know Brendan, both from the boy himself, and from May and Max, as well. When they weren't traveling, they would all take the time to train their Pokémon.

Currently, that is what Naruto was doing at the moment, overlooking his team as they trained. While a good distance away were a few dozen of his Shadow Clones. Thankfully, far enough away, so that Brendan wouldn't see them, nor would anyone stumble onto them, either. This was because Naruto, May, and Max weren't sure if they should tell Brendan about his abilities, or not.

While May and Max trusted Brendan, they also didn't want him to freak out over all the things Naruto could do. Especially with how he could be overprotective.

Plus, all the times that Naruto did reveal his abilities, were during moments that forced his hand. When he first revealed his abilities to May and Max, when they were with Phoebe, he did it to protect Zorua from being hurt by Rico's Tyranitar. And the time that he revealed his abilities in Rustboro City, was due to him helping in stopping that Team Aqua Grunt from stealing from the Devon Corporation and hurting Mr. Briney's Wingull, Peeko.

Though while Naruto had managed to keep up with his training, his Pokémon had also started training harder, as well. Wanting to push themselves to grow even stronger, after Treecko evolved into Grovyle, and none of them wanting to be left behind.

Especially Zorua, who was upset at how he tied with Brendan's Taillow, and wanted to get stronger, so next time he would win. Along with winning all the future battles, as well.

Not only that, but they learned that after evolving, Grovyle had managed to learn Leaf Blade, while Absorb also evolved into Mega Drain. Not only that, but Naruto had used the TMs for Thunder Punch and Rock Tomb on Grovyle, giving the Grass type a wider range of moves and good coverage against Flying, Fire, Bug and Ice types as well.

Kirlia had also been taught all three Elemental Punches, giving him a much wider range of attacks to use, besides just Confusion, Psybeam, and Draining Kiss.

Now all his Pokémon were working on mastering their new attacks, along with increasing their general training, to boost their overall strengths. Naruto had even had his team start randomly throwing attacks at each other, in order to increase their awareness, agility, and reaction time, while making sure they'd always be prepared for surprise attacks.

Meanwhile, off to the side, Brendan and Max watched, while their Pokémon did their own training, with the other trainer looking impressed at Naruto's team.

"Wow, now I see why he was able to beat me in the tournament, if he trains his Pokémon this intensely." Brendan said, having been initially surprised at the training Naruto was giving him Pokémon, thinking it might be a little harsh or brutal.

Only to be surprised when all four his Pokémon began completing the training, like it was nothing. And after seeing it, he was impressed with how far they're pushing themselves to be their best.

"Yeah, Naruto and his team have always had a great drive to grow stronger. And it's not just to keep winning, but to also protect their friends as well." Max said, with Brendan smiling at this.

"Well, I'm glad that May was able to find someone like Naruto, then." Replied Brendan, since so far, he has been impressed with Naruto's personality, and how much he cares about May.

This made Max smile as well, at seeing Naruto was on his way of getting his and May's brother-figure's approval.

'Now let's just hope that translates to Naruto getting dad's approval, also.' Max thought, knowing their father was very overprotective, and wouldn't stop until he had absolute certainty that Naruto was a good match for his "little girl".

Otherwise, he'd unleash all his Pokémon on Naruto.

Naruto continued watching his Pokémon train, pleased with the progress they're making in mastering the new moves they've learned back in the village. While Grovyle and Kirlia were making great progress in mastering their TM moves.

"Alright guys, keep on training for now. I'm gonna go see how May is coming along with her training, and I'll be back afterwards." Said Naruto, after a few moments, and saw that they could keep going without him.

But as Naruto walked to where May was training, he missed the knowing expressions that his Pokémon gave him. They then looked at each other, before shrugging and resumed their training.

Like with Torchic, they didn't understand human mating rituals.

*With May*

Meanwhile, May was practicing the combo moves that she'll be having her Pokémon use in Contests, with Torchic mastering her Flaming Heart Combo, which she could now perform without worry of them blowing up. While off to the side, Skitty and Wurmple were having a practice battle, in order to gain more experience and learn more ways to use their respective moves. Especially since Pokemon Contest Battles require for them to look appealing, while still having enough power, to do damage against the opposing Pokémon.

Plus, May had learned that Bug type Pokémon usually evolve faster than most Pokémon and is hoping that Wurmple is on her way to evolving soon.

Though she has currently hit a roadblock in her training. Since while Torchic's ability to use Attract and Will-O-Wisp simultaneously and combine them, is coming along nicely. There was still a problem, with it being that the moment Torchic launches the flaming hearts, she no longer has control over them.

And given that they're on fire with Will-O-Wisp, they'll definitely a fire hazard, if they got out of control. Even more so if something happens to break Torchic's concentration and they explode.

"Hey May! How's your training going?" Naruto asked, while walking up to the Coordinator, with Brendan and Max following close behind, with the former of the latter two coming along, to make sure that nothing funny happens between them.

While Naruto may be getting his approval, he also wasn't going to leave the two alone for extended periods of time.

"Oh, hey guys. My trainings going pretty well, but I've kind of hit a problem with Torchic's Flaming Hearts Combo. While Torchic can use Attract and Will-O-Wisp at the same time and combine them, she can't really control them, afterwards." Said May, with Naruto frowning, since that'd definitely be a problem.

'So, she'd either have to find a way for Torchic to control the hearts, or destroy them, so that fire won't be sent everywhere, along with making it look amazing for Contests.' Naruto thought, thinking of what May could do to still use the combo, and not worry about accidentally lighting anything on fire.

After a few moments, Naruto perked up as he had an idea of what could be done.

"Hey May, could you let me trying something with Torchic, I think I have an idea that could work." Naruto said, getting the three's attention.

"Yeah sure. Torchic, I want you to listen to Naruto right now, alright." Said May, before going over to stand by Max and Brendan.

"Torchic." Torchic nodded in understanding, before looking at Naruto.

"Alright Torchic, go ahead and create your Flaming Hearts, while making them go up as high as you can." Said Naruto, Torchic nodding, before using Attract, with the hearts going up into the air, before igniting them with blue fire.

"Okay, now use Ember on the hearts!" Naruto said.

"Torchic!" Torchic released a stream of Ember at the hearts.

Though rather than exploding, the hearts began going off like fireworks, colored with pink, blue and orange. This made them all look in awe at the sight before they immediately started clapping in amazement.

"That was awesome!" Max said, amazed at the combo attack and knew that it'd definitely be perfect for Contests.

"Yeah, that was incredible." Added Brendan.

May was shocked at the sight, before she gained a large smile and shot forward, before glomping Naruto.

"That was amazing! Thank you so much, Naruto!" May said, before kissing him the cheek for his help in making her combo even better than before.

This made Naruto blush at May kissing him again, like that, but smiled at his friend's happiness. With May soon realizing what she did, and took a quick step back, as she sport a blush of her own, before smiling at Torchic.

"Way to go Torchic, with a combo like that, we'll definitely earn our first Ribbon at the Verdanturf Town Pokémon Contest." Said May, planning to use Torchic and her newest combo in her first contest.

"Torchic!" Torchic jumped happily, while determined to help her trainer win that Contest.

Just then, everyone's attention turned to Skitty's and Wurmple's battle, and were surprised to see Wurmple enveloped in a bright blue glow.

"Wurmple is, evolving?!" May said in excitement, just as the light faded away, revealing Wurmple's evolved form.

"Silcoon."

Silcoon is a cocoon-like Pokémon that uses silk to attach itself to tree branches. It is almost completely covered in white silk with only two small holes. A pair of red eyes can be seen through the holes, but they are partially hidden by a rough fringe of silk.

"Silcoon." Naruto said, while scanning the Pokémon.

"Silcoon, the Cocoon Pokémon. Silcoon is the evolved form of Wurmple. Using its thread to attach itself to a tree branch, it waits to evolve to its next stage. When it grows thirsty, it drinks the dew that collects on its string."

"Alright! Hi Silcoon." May said, as she picked up Silcoon, and smiled at her.

"Silcoon." Silcoon eye-smiled at her trainer.

"Way to go, May." Max said, glad to see his sister's Pokémon evolve.

"Yeah, congrats May." Added Brendan.

"Thanks." May replied, happy that she's one step closer to having her own Beautifly.

*Later*

After getting over their surprise of seeing Wurmple evolve into Silcoon, the four had all returned to their training. Though Naruto eventually had to move his Pokémon's training closer to the camp, as he got started on making lunch for everyone. He then waited a few moments, once he was done, before calling everyone, to let them know that lunch was ready.

It wasn't long, until everyone had arrived, with Naruto setting food for all the Pokémon, before serving the others, as well.

"Man, this is really great Naruto. Where'd you learn how to cook?" Brendan asked, while eagerly eating the stew, having been surprised at how delicious the food tasted.

"I'm self-taught, and it took a lot of trial and error." Replied Naruto, knowing he definitely wasn't as good, when he first started cooking, but he thankfully got better, over time.

"By the way Naruto, what Pokémon do you plan to use against the Mauville Gym Leader?" Max asked, curious of which Pokémon he'll use in his second Gym Battle.

"Zorua and Grovyle. Zorua's been feeling down since he lost in his first official tournament, even if it ended in a tie, and wants to show how much he's improved. And Grovyle since Grass type are resistant to Electric types." Naruto answered.

"And what if the Mauville Gym is a three-on-three match?" May asked, knowing that the stronger the Gym Leader, the more Pokémon they used against trainers, like her father's Gym.

"If it's a three-on-three, then I'll use Zigzagoon, since he didn't get to battle Roxanne." Replied Naruto, with Zigzagoon perking up, while looking eager at the chance to battle a Gym Leader.

"Those are some good choices." Brendan said, knowing only Ground type were really effective against Electric type, so Naruto's choices were his best shots at beating the Mauville Gym Leader.

After everyone had finished eating lunch, they had packed up everything, and recalled their Pokémon, before continuing on their way.

Though as they walked down Route 116, they suddenly heard a Pokémon cry out.

"Was that a Pokémon?" May asked, worried as it sounded like whatever made that sound was in pain.

"Yeah, it sounded hurt. Come on, let's go!" Said Naruto, wanting to see if a Pokémon needed help, or was in trouble.

Nodding, the four ran through the trees, following the Pokémon's cries. Soon they arrived, and saw two injured Pokémon, backed against a boulder.

"Ah! Those are Eevees!" Max said, surprised to see such rare Pokémon.

"Eevee, huh." Said Naruto, while scanning the Eevees.

"Eevee, the Evolution Pokémon. Eevee is rarely seen, and can adapt to severe habitats by evolving, changing its capabilities and form."

Eevee is a mammalian, quadruped Pokémon with primarily brown fur. The tip of its bushy tail and its large furry collar are cream-colored. It has short, slender legs with three small toes and a pink paw pad on each foot. Eevee has brown eyes, long pointed ears with dark brown interiors, and a small black nose.

Looking at the Eevees, Naruto noted that one of the Eevees, that was standing protectively in front of the other Eevee, was different color. Being a silver/white color, rather than the normal brown.

Before the group could figure out what scared the Eevees, they saw a man step out from the trees with a cruel smirk, as he look at the Eevees. It didn't take long for the four to realize this guy was a Pokémon Poacher, much to their disgust and anger.

"Hold it right there!" Naruto shouted, as they ran out in front of the Eevees and glared at the Poacher.

"Beat you little runts! Those Eevees belong to me!" Said the Poacher annoyed, that these brats were getting in the way.

"No way! We aren't going to let someone like you hurt these Pokémon!" Brendan said, while glaring at the Poacher, having never liked these kinds of people, who only use Pokémon for their own benefit.

"Grrr, fine! Then I'll force you to get lost! Muk, Fearow, teach these runts a lesson!" The Poacher said, when sending out his Pokémon.

Muk is a large, sticky, amorphous Pokémon, made of living purple sludge. It has two small eyes with beady black pupils. It also has an enormous mouth, with a gray tongue, and strands of ooze connecting its top and bottom jaws. While it has no visible legs, it does have two arms with three fingers on each hand. However, it typically keeps one hand tucked in, while it extends the other hand.

Fearow is a large, mostly brown avian Pokémon with a vulturine neck and broad, powerful wings. It has a long, pointed, pink beak and a decorative red coxcomb on top of its head. Its narrow eyes have very small pupils, and do not appear to have colored irises. It has shaggy feathers at the base of its neck and covering the upper portion of its wings. These feathers are cream-colored, as are the tips of its flight feathers. Its sharp-clawed talons are pink, with three toes pointing forward and one pointing backward.

Taking a moment, Naruto scanned both Pokémon.

"Muk, the Sludge Pokémon. The evolved form of Grimmer, with a horribly toxic liquid seeping out of its expanded body."

"Fearow, the Beak Pokémon. The evolved form of Spearow. Its large, powerful wings allow it to fly for an entire day. The crushing power of its beak is tremendous."

"Alright, if it's battle you want, then bring it!" Naruto said, before throwing out all of his Pokémon, with Brendan doing the same, while May released Torchic.

"Fearow use Sky Attack, and Muk use Sludge!" The Poacher ordered.

"Fearow!" Fearow flew high up, before diving down towards its enemies, with a white aura covering its body.

"Muk!" Muk opened its mouth, unleashing a volley of sludge at the other Pokémon.

"All of you dodge! Zorua use Feint Attack on Fearow, Grovyle use Thunder Punch on Fearow, Zigzagoon use Snarl on Muk, and Kirlia use Psybeam on Muk!" Said Naruto.

"You all dodge as well! Taillow use Quick Attack on Fearow, Poochyena use Dark Pulse on Muk, and Grovyle use Fury Cutter on Fearow!" Said Brendan.

"Torchic dodge and use Ember on Muk!" May said.

"Zagoon!" Zigzagoon unleashed several black and purple rings against Muk, knocking it back.

"Kirlia!" Kirlia launched his Psybeam at Muk.

"Torchic!" Torchic released a stream of Embers.

"Poochyena!" Finally, Poochyena fired a beam of black and purple circles.

All three attacks combined together before impacting Muk, sending the Sludge Pokémon back crashing into a tree with, swirls in its eyes.

Next was Zorua charging Fearow from the left, turning the Beak Pokémon's attention towards him, leaving it open to be attack by Taillow from above. With Zorua then vanishing and attacking Fearow from the right. Brendan's Grovyle then rushed in and began rapidly cutting at Fearow with his arm leaves.

Finally Naruto's Grovyle jumped into the air and descended down towards Fearow, with his fist glowing yellow and sparking with electricity.

"Gro-Vyle!" Grovyle slammed his fist down onto Fearow, sending it crashing into the ground, with swirls in its eyes.

"Useless Pokémon!" The Poacher snarled angry at his Pokémon being defeated.

"Now beat it and leave these Eevees alone!" Said Naruto, glaring at the Poacher, who growled and glared at them.

"Not happening, you damn brats!" Shouted the Poacher, before he pulled out a gun.

This made the four tense up at seeing the Poacher had a weapon, with Naruto preparing to deal with the poacher, before he can fire a shot. Though they relaxed, when Zorua suddenly appeared, having used his ability to turn invisible, and knock the Poacher down, before a blue glow surround the Poacher.

Looking, they saw Kirlia was responsible, holding the Poacher down with his Psychic powers.

Turning back to the Poacher, the four glared at him along with their Pokémon, only to smirk as they got an idea.

*Later*

The four nodded, pleased at seeing that the Poacher was now stripped down to his underwear and tied to a tree, while his Pokéballs and weapons were far out of his reach. Naruto had also contacted Officer Jenny, and told her everything that happened, and where they were, who in turn told them that she'd be there as soon as possible.

However, their attention then turned back to the Eevees, and became worried as they saw the condition, they were in. The silver/white one looking even worse, likely from protecting the other Eevee.

"Hey there, little guys." Naruto said softly, as he and May knelt down beside the Eevees, with the two baring their teeth at them, but didn't make move to attack, being too tired and injured.

Pulling out some Potions and Bandages, Naruto and May carefully began tending to the two Eevees but knew that they'd have to get them to a Pokémon Center, to be fully healed.

Once they finished doing what they could, Naruto and May picked up the Eevees, before all four of them took off running to the nearest Pokémon Center. Thankfully, they didn't have to run too long, before spotting a Center just up the path.

"Nurse Joy! These Eevees need help!" Naruto said, as they ran inside, getting the Nurse Joy's attention, before catching sight of the two Eevees in Naruto and May's arms and moved to help them, along with Chansey following with a stretcher.

"Quick, set them here and we'll get to work." Nurse Joy said, with Naruto and May doing so, before following Nurse Joy and Chansey to the exam room, wanting to make the sure the Eevees were alright, only stopping once the door closed in front of them.

With that the four were stuck waiting and worrying for news about the Eevees, hoping they'd be alright.

Finally, after what felt like forever, Nurse Joy and Chansey came out of the exam room, smiling at the four.

"Well, I'm happy to say that the Eevees will make a complete recovery, though it'll be a while, before they're able to leave. They're sleeping right now, but if you want, you can go in and check on them." Said Nurse Joy.

"Yes, thank you, Nurse Joy." May said, relieved that the Eevees were alright.

The four entered the exam room and saw the Eevees sleeping on a bed.

"Hey. Why is this Eevee a different color from the other?" Naruto wondered, finally having the time to be curious of the different colored Eevee.

"Yeah, I was wondered that, too. The Pokédex showed the brown Eevee was the normal color, so why is this one silver/white?" Said May, also curious about the strange coloring.

"It's a Shiny Eevee." Brendan said, getting their attention.

"Shiny?" Naruto asked, with Brendan nodding.

"Yeah, I learned about them when I was helping my dad with his research. Shiny Pokémon are a rare breed of Pokémon, that are easily identifiable by the fact that they're a completely different color from the rest of their species. Like these Eevee, the brown one is the normal coloring, while the silver/white one is a Shiny Eevee." Brendan explained.

"Oh yeah, I remember reading about Shiny Pokémon. Not only are they different colors, but they're also supposed to be much stronger, as well. In fact, we encountered already Shiny Pokémon, remember? Back in Petalburg Forest, the Trevenant that Phoebe caught." Max said, with Naruto and May's eyes widening at this information and nodding, as they remembered their encounter with the Ghost type Elite Four member.

"And given that Eevees are already a rare Pokémon to come across, a Shiny Eevee would definitely be something that plenty of people would be after, along with a normal one." Said Max, knowing an Eevee alone was a rare catch, a Shiny one would just be icing on the cake.

Afterwards, the group continued to watch the Eevees as they rested, with Naruto and May being the most adamant to make sure they were alright and to be there for when they wake up. This lead to Brendan and Max occasionally going out of the room to get food and bring some back for Naruto and May.

This routine continued for several hours, until finally, the two Eevees began stirring.

"E-Eevee?" the Shiny Eevee was the first to wake up, followed shortly by the normal Eevee.

"You're awake!" Said Naruto, smiling at the Eevees, with the two immediately stiffening, before growling at the strangers, only to stop when they recognized Naruto and May.

"Eevee!" the Eevees perked up at seeing the two, that helped them.

"Hello Eevee, we're glad to see you're awake." May said, while smiling at them, before reaching over and petting the normal Eevee, with Naruto doing the same to the Shiny one.

Both Eevees happily leaned into the touch, thankful to the two for saving them from the Poacher and healing them.

*Timeskip – Four Days*

After the Eevees had woken up, the group had decided to stay at the Pokémon Center, until they were fully recovered. With the Eevees becoming especially attached to Naruto and May, for their part in helping them.

Now though, it was time to bring the Eevees back into the wild, as they were fully healed. Naruto and May had volunteered to do so, before they head out again, with Max and Brendan.

"Alright, this should be far enough." Naruto said, as they came to a stop, deep in the forest, having wanted to take the Eevees far away from where anyone else might try capturing them, like the Poacher had.

"Well, I guess this goodbye, Eevee. Good luck and stay safe." May said, smiling sadly at having to let Eevee go, while crouching down.

Only to be surprised, when the normal Eevee jumped onto her lap.

"Eevee!" Eevee wagged its tailed, while nuzzling against May's chest.

"Huh, what? You don't want to go?" May asked, with Eevee shaking its head, and put a paw on May's pouch, where she kept her Pokéballs.

"I think Eevee wants you to catch it, May." Said Naruto, before looking at the Shiny Eevee that was looking up at him.

"Eevee!" The Shiny Eevee crouched down, before jumping onto Naruto's shoulder.

"You want to come too?" Naruto asked, surprised at this, with the Shiny Eevee nodding.

Looking at each other, Naruto and May smiled happily at the Eevees wanting to stay, before pulling out Pokéballs and tapping them against their respective Eevee's heads, with them being sucked in.

"Alright! We caught our own Eevees!" Naruto cheered as he and May high-fived.

They then let out their new Eevees and scanned them to see their moves.

Eevee:

Gender: Female

Ability: Anticipation

Moves: Quick Attack, Helping Hand, Baby Doll Eyes, Swift

Egg Moves: None

Eevee (Shiny):

Gender: Male

Ability: Adaptability

Moves: Covet, Tail Whip, Bite, Swift

Egg Moves: None

Naruto and May smiled at their Eevees' move sets, seeing that they'll be good for Contests and Battles, respectively.

"Welcome aboard Eevee." Naruto said.

"Eevee!" The Eevees smiled at their new trainers.

With that, Naruto and May returned to the Pokémon Center, eager to show their friends the new additions to their teams.

So, what did you think, good. Yep Naruto and May have both caught their very own Eevees, with Naruto's also being a Shiny one to boot, after saving them from a Poacher. Though don't worry May will still get her other Eevee when they head off to Kanto for the Battle Frontier. We also get a look into their training with Grovyle and Kirlia both learning some new moves, while Naruto helps May and Torchic learn a new Combo, while Wurmple also evolves into Silcoon. Now then onto the Omake!

Omake: Blades of Lighting and Water

'Oh man, I really hope I lost her.' Thought Chōjūrō, as he peeked out from his hiding spot in a bush, while looking around nervously.

"Oshawott, do you see her anywhere?" Chōjūrō asked his Starter Pokémon, who was hiding in a tree and had a better view than him.

"Osha." Oshawott shook its head, much to Chōjūrō's relief.

"Phew, we lost them." Chōjūrō said, relaxing, only to pale when he heard someone shout.

"Oh shark boy, where are you~!"

'Crap, crap, crap, crap!' Chōjūrō thought, ducking down, while Oshawott quickly climbed higher in its tree.

Risking it, Chōjūrō peeked through the leaves, only to shiver when he saw his pursuer, Karui, looking around with a glare on her face.

He had met Karui not long after he arrived in the Unova Region, learning she was from the Elemental Nations like, him, specifically Kumo. And after learning he was from Kiri; she had suggested they travel together.

Well more like dragged him along, against his will.

He had tried escaping a few times, mostly because Karui terrified him, whenever she and her own Starter Pokémon wanted to battle him and Oshawott. And they could get very aggressive, while battling. Though honestly Chōjūrō did like traveling with a fellow Ninja, but Karui just really, really scared him, sometimes.

Chōjūrō's eyes then widened, when he realized someone was missing.

'Wa-wait, where's her Elekid?!' Chōjūrō thought, not seeing Karui's Starter anywhere.

"Elekid!"

"Oshawott!"

Chōjūrō jumped, when he saw a flash of lightning above him, before Oshawott fell out of the tree, twitching and smoking.

"Osh-Oshawott."

"Found you, good work Elekid." Karui said, with Chōjūrō gulping as Karui stood over him.

"Elekid." Elekid gave its trainer a thumbs up, as it jumped out the tree and watched her drag Chōjūrō out of his hiding spot, while it grabbed Oshawott.

The next battle was going to be so much fun.

And we see two new characters with Chōjūrō and Karui being in Unova with their Starters Oshawott and Elekid. So, review if you liked go away if you didn't.

Storm out