#ubi open

An evening like this needed to be spent wisely before dusk finally settled in, and a perfect way for that was a cup of tea.

His job was completed for the day, both as a valet and Frontier brain. Both very contrasting jobs, yet he handled them quite well and even he himself wasn't so sure how he managed to do that. Regardless, he knew a perfect spot to watch the sun slowly fall in the horizon around the Battle Castle, and while he didn't mind doing it alone he preferred to have some company; if there were any that is.

Far on the top building was a veranda that had the best view of the skies out of all the places in the castle. Placing his tray on the table set, he took a seat while opening up a book that he took from the library. The quiet was something he usually looked forward to, where there were no distractions whatsoever. As he was about to settle in his seat, he slightly jumped at the sound of footsteps approaching from behind and had to wonder who would be here at such a late hour? 

Turning, he looked at the individual that was cast within the shadows before asking,

Travelling could be tiresome thought Ash as he trudged through the rocky path. Especially now that he had decided to do all of his travelling alone. Well not completely alone, his faithful yellow mouse was still by his side, quite literally. The said mouse sat perched on his trainer’s left shoulder happily slurping ketchup. Ash knew better than too remark on his Pikachu’s activities, because you never can get used to a thunderbolt. Nevertheless, Ash grudgingly moved forward, consoling himself with thoughts of cheese burgers and meat balls which he would devour the moment they reached the closest town.

He wondered how much farther he would have to walk since his feet were starting to ache and the silence was killing was him. He had tried his best to strike up a conversation with his best friend but Pikachu just ignored his attempts. The reason for this was that Pikachu had not approved of Ash’s decision to travel without any of his usual travelling companions by his side. Ash had tried to explain to the Pokemon that it was important that he do this alone without depending on others for help but Pikachu was not convinced. And so three days into their new journey, Ash was still being ignored.

“I think I should buy a bike. It’ll be faster and less tiring, what do you think buddy?”

Ash was obviously, rewarded with silence. He sighed and the pair continued on their path. Ash hoped to run into someone who would talk to him before he gave up and burst into tears. 

The moment she reemerged from beneath the waves, Misty took in a huge breath of oxygen. She had been swimming since early that morning; the afternoon sun was high in the sky as she waded towards the shore. Walking slowly to her towel and beach bag, she plopped herself down as her Dewgong and Kingdra continued playing among the waves.

Seafoam Islands were like a second home to the gym leader. They were practically deserted; although the main island was a popular torist attraction, being an avid explorer gave Misty the advantage of knowing a few key locations out of the public’s eye. Reclining onto her back, she closed her eyes and listened to the waves lap against the shore.