Secret Garden of Forevermore
"It's been so long since I've been here. Hope I don't get lost." Misty departed from the ferry that had just docked in Altomare. She was dressed in a lovely scarlet dress that she wore only on special occasions. She looked around at everyone going about their own business, oblivious to the event happening in the city.
"Let's see...I knew I should've brought the invitation with directions. Where should I go?" Thinking she would find what she was looking for if she searched the dark alleys, Misty turned and headed down the first one she saw. However, she didn't get far as a hooded figure emerged from the shadows and blocked her path!
"Huh?! Who're you?! Are you some kinda mugger?!" The figure remained silent for a moment, but spoke in a dark tone, "What's the password?" Misty began to sweat as she tried to recall the password on the invitation. "Uh...I know what it is...Just let me think." Right there, she remembered, "Soul Dew." The figure nodded, "Come with me." He turned and headed down the corridor with Misty in tow. She was hoping this wasn't a trap.
As the pair made their way through crowds and dark narrow corridors, Misty asked, "Hey, just who are you?" The hooded figure replied, "You'll see when we get there." Misty couldn't put her finger on it, but she could have sworn she had seen the green clothes the escort was wearing before. The hood was also green and seemed to be a part of his shirt.
"Um, how far are we now?" The escort replied, "Not far." Soon, they passed under a vine choked archway that covered an entire corridor. At the end was a fountain that was being bathed in by a few Pidgey. Soon, Misty watched as the escort seemed to walk right through a wall in a glow of light. "Now I remember." Misty then walked right through the wall and found herself in a place she recognized instantly.
"I take it that you know where you are?" The escort asked as Misty gazed throughout the Secret Garden that she had visited in the past with Ash and Brock. She saw that she wasn't alone, as several Gym Leaders, as well as high ranking Trainers, along with old friends had already arrived. Even the shop clerk that had sold Neo the wedding bracelets had arrived. Suddenly, the escort faced her and pulled down the hood that was obscuring his face.
"I hope your personality has become more pleasant since our last encounter in Sootopolis." Misty grinned, "It's been a long time, Neo. I never knew your shirt had a hood built into it." He chuckled, "It is a combination of the uniforms worn by Team Aqua and Team Magma. The shirts worn by members of Team Magma have hoods, so they were included in this uniform's design." Misty grinned, but looked around. "Where's Ash?" Neo turned, "I'll show you."
"I can't believe this day is really happening." Ash gazed at the fountain where the Soul Dew used to be. Dressed in a blue suit, he was truly an attractive sight. However, he still had Butterfrees in his stomach. He knew this was an important day and that he loved Latias enough to marry her, but his nerves just didn't seem to agree.
"Hey Ash! Someone's here to see you!" Ash turned to see Misty run up to him and gave him a big hug. "Huh?! Misty?!" She cried, "You really are such a stud! I've never seen you look so handsome!" Unable to contain her delight, Misty began to madly kiss Ash all over his face, much to Neo's embarrassment. "Good grief. Do you always have this problem with the ladies?" Ash gasped, "Not normally! Get her off!" Neo nodded and used Disable to paralyze Misty in place.
"I'm sorry. I just had to get that off my chest. You don't mind, right?" Ash shrugged, "I guess not. I'm just glad you're not upset anymore." Misty blushed, "How could I be upset after...oh!" Two figures flew overhead as a little boy's voice shouted, "There's Daddy! Oh, and Uncle Neo!" Just then, an infant Latios and Latias flew down to Ash and embraced him together. "Daddy and Mommy are getting married!"
Misty stuttered, "Daddy? Wait...did you and Latias...have kids?" Ash blushed, "Uh...heheheh...yeah. This here is Amber and Onyx. They were born the night before we left Sootopolis." Misty yelled, "AND YOU DIDN'T SHOW ME?! WHY?!" Amber yelled back, "HEY! Don't yell at Daddy!" Ash intervened, "It's OK, Amber. I'm sorry, Misty. I completely forgot about you when I met them for the first time. I just...was so happy to finally hold my own kids that some things just slipped my mind." Misty sighed, "That's fine. I guess if I had just given birth to my child, I would've been the same way. Still, they're really cute and I'm glad they're just as sweet as you."
"Well, I see that all the guests have arrived, eh brother?" The group looked around to find Latios floating just overhead. "Hi, Uncle Latios!" He smiled, "Hello, my little ones. Hello, Misty." Misty bowed, "I'm glad that you're alive to attend your sister's wedding." Latios gave a big toothy grin, "Attend it? I'm a part of it! My dear brother here gave me the honor of being his Best Man!" Ash blushed as Misty asked, "Brother? I thought you only had a sister. Who's your brother?" Latios locked eyes with Ash and said, "He's right here." The two soul brothers then gave each other a loving embrace. "Wow. Ash and Latios sure have gotten close." Neo chuckled, "You have no idea. Latios loves Ash so much; he went through a sacred ritual for them to become Soul Brothers. They're closer than ever before." Misty looked back at the two soul brothers and smiled. Ash had always been a single child, but now he had a true brother.
"You know, there are refreshments available throughout the garden. Just don't let me catch you littering. I'm being serious." Misty was quite thirsty now and thanked Ash for inviting her before heading off in search of a refreshment table. However, Ash and the rest had no time to talk as another familiar voice cried, "WAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!! My little boy is getting married so soon!" Delia Ketchum ran up to Ash and smothered his face in her chest. "Now now, I know that you're happy to see your son getting married, but do you really want to suffocate him before it even begins?" Professor Oak tried to comfort Mrs. Ketchum as she cried. "I'm just so happy that this day is here! You've found the perfect girl for all the right reasons. I'm so proud of you!" Ash managed to look up at his mother, "Thanks, Mom. I'm glad that you're so happy for me, but please! I gotta breathe!" Ash gasped for breath as he wiggled out of his mother's arms, much to the amusement to his brothers and children.
"Mom, I know I'm still a kid, but I'm not a baby! I'm the Chosen One! I have the power to defend this world from any threat!" Delia wiped her tears away, "I know, but you'll always be my little boy. Your age doesn't change that." Ash embraced his mother, "I know that. I never get tired of you. I couldn't ask for a better Mom than you." Everyone around them awed in delight at the bond Ash still had with his mother.
"Ash, where is your fiancé anyway? I want to see my daughter-in-law in her wedding dress!" Ash blushed, "Uh, she's still getting ready at Bianca's house. Mewtwo will Teleport her over here when she's ready." Delia sighed, "Oh yes, bless his soul. Mewtwo will make a fine son-in-law. I'll leave you to your friends now, OK sweetie?" Ash nodded as his mother and Professor Oak headed off to mingle with the guests.
"Hmmm...I think it could use a large ribbon around the waist." The girl spoke while she observed herself in a mirror. A band of light began to circle her waist as she closed her eyes. Soon, a pink ribbon was wrapped around the waist as the light receded. As the girl looked at her form in the mirror, pure happiness swelled in her heart. "I still can't believe this day has come. I can't believe that Ash and I will fall asleep tonight not as mere lovers, but as husband and wife. He's so perfect...why was it me who was blessed to fall in love with him?" Tears of bliss began to fall from her face as her face turned red in a deep blush as she held her hands to her chest. "I love him...I love him so much...He gave me his love. He gave me his children. And now, he's giving me his hand in marriage... Ash, why are you so perfect?"
There was a knock at the door. "Latias, may I enter?" The girl recognized the voice of Bianca. "Yes. Please enter." The old friend of Latias came in wearing a black dress that seemed to suit her perfectly. "Oh my, you look splendid! Oh, you let your hair flow down! I've grown so accustomed to seeing you with my hair." Latias giggled. It was true. Her hairstyle had been identical to Bianca's, but this time she altered her hair into flowing down her back instead of Bianca's shorter hairstyle.
"I'm jealous. All you have to do is focus to change your appearance while I have to do it manually." Latias giggled, "That's true, but you still turned out lovely." Bianca smiled, knowing that Latias had been taught by Ash that looks aren't everything. "Yeah. I really can't tell you how relieved I was when I heard you were holding the wedding here. This is the place where we've known each other for so long." Latias gave her friend a hug, "Don't be so sad. This is the day I've lived for. Even though we'll leave afterwards, I can still come back to visit. I'm sure Amber and Onyx would love to visit now and then." Bianca smiled, "I know. It's just that you and Latios are my best friends. It's hard to see you go."
Latias gazed at Bianca's black dress and back at her white wedding dress. "I see that our dresses reflect our emotions. I'm very excited and happy about this day, but you are dreading it, knowing that I will leave afterwards." Bianca laughed, "It's not that! I'm just wearing this because it's the best dress I have! Although.....you do have a point." Latias frowned at Bianca's predicament, but Bianca noticed and said, "Don't worry about me. I know that your love to your husband is more important. Hey, don't be so worried. Have a blast with him! Do all the naughty things with him that you've dreamed about!" Latias burst into laughter, "I suppose I could! But I've already done the 'naughty' things with Ash already! You have met Amber and Onyx, right?"
Bianca blushed, "I still can't believe that you're a mother now. I really can't imagine what you looked like when you were pregnant. You've always seemed so young, so I thought you couldn't have children. You must have been so beautiful..." Latias placed her hand on her slim belly, "I know. I remember when I was nearing the day I was to give birth. Ash claimed I looked more beautiful than ever, so I felt beautiful as well. To have little children growing inside you is a wonderful feeling I can't describe. I truly enjoyed my pregnancy. I wonder if I'll ever have more children." Bianca wiped her tears away, "That's so sweet that he thought you were pretty when you were carrying his children, but enough of this reminiscing. I've wasted enough of your time already. We need to get over to the garden! Are you ready?" Latias gave herself a once over in the mirror and said, "Yep, I'm good to go!" Bianca grinned, "OK! Let's go find Mewtwo to get us to the garden. I'm curious to see how handsome your hubbie's gotten since I last saw him!"
"So, Mewtwo and Neo are in charge of security? I'm not too surprised at that!" May and Max had found Ash and had joined in a conversation. "Hey, May. You're not still upset about my love of Latias, are you?" May blushed and looked away slightly, "Just a little. I've learned to accept it, but I still always hoped that it would be me you married." Ash started to look glum, but May smiled, "Oh, I'm fine though! Being the godmother of your sweet little children is good enough for me!" Ash grinned and looked May and Max over. May was wearing a bright red gown while Max was wearing a little tuxedo. "You're really cute in that tux, Max." Max, on the other hand, didn't seem the least bit pleased. "I only wore this thing for the wedding. Once this is over, I'm never wearing it again! I HATE THESE THINGS!" Ash laughed, "I hear ya! I can't stand super fancy dos either! That's why I didn't want anyone to come like that if they didn't want to." Max looked utterly surprised at this, but he then ran off. May giggled, "Uh oh. Looks like Mom's gonna get an earful in a second."
As he looked May over, Ash couldn't believe how beautiful she was in her gown. "May?" She looked at him after sipping her punch, "Yes?" Ash blushed, "I...have to say, I don't think you've ever looked as beautiful as you do now." May was taken aback for a second, but soon, she set her glass down on a nearby table with an amorous twinkle in her eyes. "Huh? May, what are...mmph!" May cut Ash off when she threw her arms around him and pressed her lips against his. She began to lick at his lips, which Ash replied in kind as he greeted her tongue with his own. May felt tears flow down her face as she felt Ash's tongue caress her own in the first kiss she had received in about a year. After a moment of bliss, May chose to break the kiss and pulled her head back, causing a string of their saliva to dangle for a second. "Sorry, I just had to give you one last kiss before losing you forever." Ash grinned, "That's fine. I enjoyed it too."
"It's been far too long, child." Ash thought he vaguely recognized the voice. When he turned around, he saw a middle aged man with somewhat spiky black hair dressed in a black and red silk robe. "Is that...you, Koga?" The ninja bowed, "Thank you for remembering. Yes, it is I, Koga, the Fuchsia Gym Leader. I see that you have matured quite well since our battle." May asked, "So, Ash earned a badge from you? How long ago was it?" Koga grinned, "It's been over two years. But enough questions. I have come to present you with a gift, Ash." With that, Koga pulled out a scroll and unfurled it rather stylishly. He quickly pressed his hand against it and in a puff of smoke, something appeared. Koga then quickly rolled the scroll up and was seen with a katana of sorts in his right hand.
"I am aware of the great battles you endured as the Chosen One. I have personally crafted this blade for you." Ash smiled, but refused, "Thanks, but I don't really need it. I already have a sword, and it's all I need." Koga laughed, "Yes, I remember seeing you with that blade! However, this is not a typical sword. Hold it up to your eyes and draw it out." Ash then took the scabbard in hand and held the hilt up to his eyes, when he drew the blade out a bit, he gasped at the blade. It looked like finely polished wood, but with the typical steel color. "The blade is forged from Damascus steel, a steel alloy with a unique appearance, which I'm sure you see. However, hold it up to the sun." Ash did as he said and was surprised to see blue, reddish pink, bright emerald green, and yellow flash along the blade. "It is infused with the same life force of your wife, brother, and children. Due to their eternal life, this sword will withstand the eons of time without losing any of its quality. It is also impossible to damage as long as all four live. I call it, the Eon Blade."
As he looked at the new weapon that had been bestowed on him, Ash got an idea. He ran a short distance away and summoned his own sword, shocking May and Koga equally. Taking both swords in hand, he began to swing them around like a pair of dual swords, two halves to a whole. He looked like a master of the art of swordplay as he performed. Once he had the feel of using two blades at once, he dismissed his own sword and returned the Eon Blade to its scabbard. "This is a really cool gift, Koga. I'll use it honorably." Koga bowed, "As I expected. Now then, if you'll excuse me." He turned and headed off towards his sister, Ira.
Suddenly, a voice filled the garden, "All guests, please gather at the front of the fountain. It is time to begin the ceremony." All the guests began to make their way as directed. "Well, guess I better head over too. See ya!" May waved as she walked off to the designated point. "Wow Ash, you look sexier with every day!" Ash turned to see who said that and blushed at the sight of his fiancé in a wedding dress. He still couldn't get over the size of her chest, and since Bianca was standing right next to her, he could really see the difference now.
"Uh, Ash? What's wrong?" Ash covered his face with a hand and replied, "It's just...now I see the big difference with Bianca right next to you!" Bianca seemed confused, but Latias giggled, "He means my breasts. Since humans develop milk in them when they have a baby, mine have grown as well." Bianca blushed, "Now that you mention it, I guess you have a point, although I never would've expected you to refer to something like that, Ash!"
"So, what to you think? Did I turn out OK?" Ash was speechless for a moment, but finally said, "You're beautiful. What more can I say?" Latias blushed, "You always were honest. Hm?" Latias noticed something in Ash's eyes just behind his loving gaze. (Is he.....disappointed? Why? What did I do wrong?) Before anyone could say anything more, Mewtwo interrupted, "I don't wish to interrupt, but should we start?" Ash gulped, "Uh, right! Let's get started!"
"I can't believe I was blessed to see this day. Better whip up a fitting tune." Neo chuckled as he used psychic power to manipulate wind to create a pleasant tune that seemed to suit the occasion. The guests were charmed by the lovely music that filled the area. Max spoke, "All right! Here they come!"
As the ceremony got under, the guests turned to see little Amber gleefully floating about as she tossed rose petals ahead of the group. As her father promised, she was the Flower Girl of the wedding. As she tossed the petals upwards however, the wind that was making the music swept up the petals and began to carry them along, dazzling the guests in an ever growing rope of rose petals.
Alongside his sister was Onyx, carrying a pillow with his parent's wedding bracelets side by side. He seemed immensely proud to be carrying the bracelets that would bind Ash and Latias together in eternal love. He had already believed that their family was complete, but now, he felt that they weren't just complete, but unbreakable.
"Oh, she's so beautiful! Ash found himself a real peach!" May's mother, Caroline, whispered to her own husband, Norman, as Latias began to make her way down towards the fountain. Bayleef had been offered the role as the Maid of Honor and had happily accepted. She walked by Latias's side as she tried her hardest to accept the fact that Ash would be lost forever at the day's end. Latias had her face partially obscured by the bouquet of she was carrying, but no one minded at all.
Next came the groom and his Best Man. Ash slowly proceeded down the path towards the fountain with Latios at his side. Latios seemed overjoyed to be the Best Man of his brother, but laughed to himself as he saw Ash had a look of extreme nervousness on his face. That is, until he heard his mother cry out loudly. The guests smiled at her, knowing that she wasn't upset, but happy to the point of being in tears. This also seemed to suppress Ash's giddiness as he suddenly had a satisfied smile now.
"At last." Latias whispered as she stood beside her lover in front of the fountain while Onyx floated just behind them with the bracelets. He was trying to be on his best behavior and was determined to not mess anything up. Standing before the three was a familiar face that Ash immediately recognized. "It's been too long, Surge." The Vermillion City Gym Leader gave a big toothy grin, "It sure has. You're no baby anymore, seeing as how you found yourself a real beauty. But in any case..." Lt. Surge's voice changed to a surprisingly sincere tone, "I'm honored that you wanted me to do this. I'm pretty surprised that you learned I was a chaplain in the war." The Lieutenant was dressed in a white priest's robe, which was a big surprise to those who knew him.
As the guests looked on, the Lieutenant spoke, "As you know, we are gathered here today to witness a grand event in history. Against the odds, as well as the teachings of humans and Pokemon being mere companions at most, this amazing human boy and this beautiful Pokemon girl have looked beyond the norms of society and found true love with each other. And as you can see by the two cutie kids over here, they've done a lot more than just that!" A wave of laughter flowed through the guests as Amber and Onyx looked around, confused of what Lt. Surge was referring to.
"Now, the two lovebirds shall exchange vows in the forms of the wedding bracelets, which together form a whole, while being separate causes them to be unable to survive." Onyx floated forward as his mother and father turned to face him. Ash patted his son's head, earning a happy coo from him. With his gold bracelet and sapphire in hand, Ash turned to Latias and spoke, "Latias, as the shape of this bracelet shows, my love for you is eternal, never ending in a perfect circle. And what's more, as the Chosen One of legend, I will protect you along with this world, as I can't survive without either. You are the world to me." The guests awed at Ash's devotion to his lover as he slid the sapphire topped bracelet onto her right hand.
Next, Latias took the ruby topped bracelet from the pillar and gave Onyx a loving kiss on the forehead. "You are a very good Ring Bearer." Onyx smiled and flew over to Amber to watch the rest of the reception. With the bracelet in hand, Latias spoke to her fiancé, "Ash, since the day I first met you, I have never been able to get you out of my head. But to see you leave was only the beginning of my heartache. My dreams have only reached higher and higher since the day you returned to me. I wished that we would become lovers. Then I wished that we would become parents. And now, I have wished that we would become husband and wife. My dreams could only be reached with you, and I wish that we will continue to reach ever higher together." As she slipped the ruby topped bracelet onto Ash's right hand, Latias could no longer hold back her tears of joy and let them fall.
"Now then, do you, Ash Ketchum, take Latias as your loving wife and to devote yourself to her in sickness and in health until death do you part?" Ash nodded, "I do." Surge then turned to Latias, "And do you, Latias, take Ash as your loving husband and to devote yourself to him in sickness and in health until death do you part?" She nodded, "I do." Surge then raised his arms up, "Then I pronounce..." Surge stopped suddenly as he looked at the sky.
"Huh? What's wrong?" Ash turned and looked up, but gazed in awe at what he, and everyone else saw. The Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, were sweeping across the sky which, despite being the afternoon, was as black as Ash's hair. Latias gasped, "Those have never happened here. And it's far too early to be dark out. Why is this happening?" Neo laughed, "You mean you still don't get it?" Everyone faced the bioweapon. "Do you know why?"
Neo had a sneaky smirk on his face as everyone seemed to listen with bated breath. "It is a sign. Your bond has paved the way for a new era of acceptance between humans and Pokemon. This is the Earth's way of blessing your union." Ash and Latias looked at the sky and saw the wisdom in Neo's words. If they could find love, why not everyone else?
Surge clapped his hands, "Sorry for the delay! Shall we continue?" Everyone pulled themselves together and faced the fountain. Ash and Latias stood at attention as well. "Now then, where was I? Oh yes. I hereby pronounce you as man and wife. You may kiss the bride." Everyone watched closely as the two faced each other. Delia was crying a river as she tried to not breakdown in a joyful fit. Latios had his claws at his teeth as he waited in anticipation of what awaited.
As Latias lowered her flowers to allow Ash to kiss her, she noticed the disappointment in his eyes again. She couldn't understand it. What had she forgotten? She had made her outfit as lovely as possible. She remembered the bracelets and when she first met him. What could she have forgotten?
(What is it that disappoints him so? What have I not done? Wait! Could it be something that I HAVE done?) As Latias searched her memory for anything that could hint as to what she may or may not have done to disappoint her husband, she suddenly remembered a sentence he had said on the night of two weeks ago. "You know I prefer you in your true form. Why this?" Latias felt tears flow down her face as she whispered, "How could I have forgotten?"
Understanding that Latias had remembered, Ash moved his face forward for the kiss. However, Latias began to shine in a bright light as her dress seemed to fall apart from the bottom up in a flurry of glowing particles. As Ash joined lips with his lover, the light receded, revealing to the shocked guests Latias in her true form. As human boy and Pokemon girl sealed their marriage, the guests burst into cheers and applause. Delia in particular burst into a loud and joyful crying fit as her son and his lover became husband and wife.
"This should be good." Neo chuckled as Latias floated above the ground as a crowd of the female guests gathered below. "I hope I know how this is done. Catch, girls!" With that, Latias performed an underhanded toss with her bouquet of flowers as the women below scrambled for the catch.
"What the...?" To everyone's surprise, a vine shot out of the crowd and snatched the bouquet from the air. "Wait...that's from...!" Ash stared as the crowd spread out to see who grabbed the bouquet. Standing with the flowers next to her face was Bayleef. She looked at Ash and said, "You do know what happens when a girl catches this, right?" Ash blushed and nervously kicked at the ground. (Who knows? Someday, it just might happen.)
Later that night, as the Northern Lights still waved across the sky, couples had gathered on the dance floor as Neo cranked out music on equipment he personally brought in himself. Due to the lack of electricity in the garden, Pikachu volunteered to power the gear. Neo looked like he was enjoying performing as a DJ. However, Ash didn't seem to want to dance.
"What's wrong? Are you just nervous about it?" Ash replied, "Sorry. It's just that I'm not all that good at dancing." Latias giggled, "I have faith in you. Please, I don't want to dance with anyone but you." Ash looked up at his wife's pleading face and sighed, "OK. I'll try, but don't be surprised if I don't do well." Latias nodded and took his hand. However, when they reached the middle, Neo stopped the music.
Everyone looked at Ash and Latias, since they were the stars of the wedding. Just then, Neo spoke, "Ash, look at where you've gotten today. I'm sure that you must have been afraid of being criticized for your feelings for Latias. That's why you didn't come back to her right away, right? But now, you and her are together like never before, all thanks to your absolution. Therefore, I have the perfect song for you two. Ready?" Ash and Latias looked at each other and said back to Neo, "Crank it!" Neo hit the music, which began to play out 'Dreams of an Absolution.'
As the music began to play, the couples started dancing again. Ash and Latias were no exception. In tune with the music, they were dancing like pros, even though Latias's feet never touched the ground. Then, the lyrics began.
In the night light, do you see what you dream?
All your troubles, are they what they seem?
Look around you, then you may realize
All the preachers, all with their lies
And I might know of our future
But then you still control the past
Only you know if you'll be together
Only you know if we shall last
Ash and Latias seemed to be entranced by the song, dancing in perfect unison, as if they were one mind. Soon, all other couples stopped dancing just to watch the two newlyweds dance to the song that depicted how their lives had come together.
In the night light, do you still feel your pain?
For the valor you wait; it never came
If you were able, would you go change the past?
To mend a faux pas with one last chance?
And I might know of our future
But then you still control the past
Only you know if we'll be together tonight
'Cause every night I will save your life
And every night I will be with you
'Cause every night I still lay awake
And I dream of an absolution
'Cause every night I will make it right
And every night I will come to you
But every night it just stays the same
In my dream of an absolution
Mewtwo chuckled at just how accurately the song matched up with the events that led to this day. How Latias waited everyday in the hopes that Ash would return, but never came. How she wished that she could change the past, so she could've told Ash how she truly felt.
In the night light, do you see what you dream?
All your triumph and all you'll ever be
Look around you, then you may realize
Happiness lies trapped in misery
And who knows what of our future
We can all try to change the past
Only you know if we'll be together tonight
'Cause every night I will save your life
And every night I will be with you
'Cause every night I still lay awake
And I dream of an absolution
'Cause every night I will make it right
And every night I will come to you
But every night it just stays the same
In my dream of an absolution
As they danced, Ash and Latias rarely took their eyes off each other. "You're dancing very well, dear." Ash replied, "Hey, when it comes to you, I can do anything."
'Cause every night I will save your life
And every night I will be with you
'Cause every night I still lay awake
And I dream of an absolution
'Cause every night I will make it right
And every night I will come to you
But every night it just stays the same
In my dream of an absolution
And you'll seeeeee
What you'll beeeee
And you'll seeeeee
All you can
And every night
And every night
And every night
I will dreeeeaaam
And you'll seeeee
That this is my dream
And you'll seeee
Every niiiiight
I will always dreeeaaam
Once the song drew to a close, Ash and Latias looked around at the sound of applause. "Well, how'd I do?" Latias embraced him, "I think you danced splendidly. Better than Latios, at least." Latios asked, "Huh, did you say something?" "Oh, nothing." Latias lied with a guilty smirk.
As all the guests returned home with the vow to never reveal the location of the Secret Garden, Ash and his new family were flying through the starry sky on Neo in Lugia form. However, Neo had a nagging hunch that their troubles were only beginning. (I just know it. The battle against the Nightmare was just the beginning.) Still, he wasn't worried, knowing that nothing could withstand Ash's true power.
Amber and Onyx laid fast asleep in their father's arms, having stayed up long past their bedtime. Mewtwo spoke, "So Ash, I suppose that we aren't just friends now, but brothers." Ash faced his new brother-in-law and smiled, "Yeah. It's hard to believe that this day really happened. And I'm still just a kid." Latias whispered, "Age means nothing. Look at me. I'm well over 100 years old and you're only 13. Does it really matter?" Ash blushed, "You're right. You're my wife and I'm your husband. From now on, I've gotta live up to your expectations." Latios chuckled, "Don't forget. You still have us. We are family now and families support each other."
As they flew under the crescent moon, Ash looked over at Bayleef and Pikachu. They were exhausted and were fast asleep. Ash then looked down at his left wrist. "Dear, what is it?" Latias saw Bayleef's silver bracelet with the emerald on top. "You really love her, don't you?" Ash blushed, "Yeah, but you come first. I'm wearing this so I'll always be reminded of her devotion to me. I was so stupid for never noticing how she felt about me." Latias hugged him, "Don't be so sad. She did forgive you, remember?" Ash looked down at the bracelet again, "Yeah...I'll always be with her." Ash and Latias embraced each other. "Where would you like to go on the honeymoon?" Latias yawned, "Let's think about that later. I just want to cherish this moment with you, my love."
Being human is not a requirement of being a personChapter End Notes:To be continued in Fight for the Future, Pokemon Advancement, and Pokemon Legends.
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"Let's see...I knew I should've brought the invitation with directions. Where should I go?" Thinking she would find what she was looking for if she searched the dark alleys, Misty turned and headed down the first one she saw. However, she didn't get far as a hooded figure emerged from the shadows and blocked her path!
"Huh?! Who're you?! Are you some kinda mugger?!" The figure remained silent for a moment, but spoke in a dark tone, "What's the password?" Misty began to sweat as she tried to recall the password on the invitation. "Uh...I know what it is...Just let me think." Right there, she remembered, "Soul Dew." The figure nodded, "Come with me." He turned and headed down the corridor with Misty in tow. She was hoping this wasn't a trap.
As the pair made their way through crowds and dark narrow corridors, Misty asked, "Hey, just who are you?" The hooded figure replied, "You'll see when we get there." Misty couldn't put her finger on it, but she could have sworn she had seen the green clothes the escort was wearing before. The hood was also green and seemed to be a part of his shirt.
"Um, how far are we now?" The escort replied, "Not far." Soon, they passed under a vine choked archway that covered an entire corridor. At the end was a fountain that was being bathed in by a few Pidgey. Soon, Misty watched as the escort seemed to walk right through a wall in a glow of light. "Now I remember." Misty then walked right through the wall and found herself in a place she recognized instantly.
"I take it that you know where you are?" The escort asked as Misty gazed throughout the Secret Garden that she had visited in the past with Ash and Brock. She saw that she wasn't alone, as several Gym Leaders, as well as high ranking Trainers, along with old friends had already arrived. Even the shop clerk that had sold Neo the wedding bracelets had arrived. Suddenly, the escort faced her and pulled down the hood that was obscuring his face.
"I hope your personality has become more pleasant since our last encounter in Sootopolis." Misty grinned, "It's been a long time, Neo. I never knew your shirt had a hood built into it." He chuckled, "It is a combination of the uniforms worn by Team Aqua and Team Magma. The shirts worn by members of Team Magma have hoods, so they were included in this uniform's design." Misty grinned, but looked around. "Where's Ash?" Neo turned, "I'll show you."
"I can't believe this day is really happening." Ash gazed at the fountain where the Soul Dew used to be. Dressed in a blue suit, he was truly an attractive sight. However, he still had Butterfrees in his stomach. He knew this was an important day and that he loved Latias enough to marry her, but his nerves just didn't seem to agree.
"Hey Ash! Someone's here to see you!" Ash turned to see Misty run up to him and gave him a big hug. "Huh?! Misty?!" She cried, "You really are such a stud! I've never seen you look so handsome!" Unable to contain her delight, Misty began to madly kiss Ash all over his face, much to Neo's embarrassment. "Good grief. Do you always have this problem with the ladies?" Ash gasped, "Not normally! Get her off!" Neo nodded and used Disable to paralyze Misty in place.
"I'm sorry. I just had to get that off my chest. You don't mind, right?" Ash shrugged, "I guess not. I'm just glad you're not upset anymore." Misty blushed, "How could I be upset after...oh!" Two figures flew overhead as a little boy's voice shouted, "There's Daddy! Oh, and Uncle Neo!" Just then, an infant Latios and Latias flew down to Ash and embraced him together. "Daddy and Mommy are getting married!"
Misty stuttered, "Daddy? Wait...did you and Latias...have kids?" Ash blushed, "Uh...heheheh...yeah. This here is Amber and Onyx. They were born the night before we left Sootopolis." Misty yelled, "AND YOU DIDN'T SHOW ME?! WHY?!" Amber yelled back, "HEY! Don't yell at Daddy!" Ash intervened, "It's OK, Amber. I'm sorry, Misty. I completely forgot about you when I met them for the first time. I just...was so happy to finally hold my own kids that some things just slipped my mind." Misty sighed, "That's fine. I guess if I had just given birth to my child, I would've been the same way. Still, they're really cute and I'm glad they're just as sweet as you."
"Well, I see that all the guests have arrived, eh brother?" The group looked around to find Latios floating just overhead. "Hi, Uncle Latios!" He smiled, "Hello, my little ones. Hello, Misty." Misty bowed, "I'm glad that you're alive to attend your sister's wedding." Latios gave a big toothy grin, "Attend it? I'm a part of it! My dear brother here gave me the honor of being his Best Man!" Ash blushed as Misty asked, "Brother? I thought you only had a sister. Who's your brother?" Latios locked eyes with Ash and said, "He's right here." The two soul brothers then gave each other a loving embrace. "Wow. Ash and Latios sure have gotten close." Neo chuckled, "You have no idea. Latios loves Ash so much; he went through a sacred ritual for them to become Soul Brothers. They're closer than ever before." Misty looked back at the two soul brothers and smiled. Ash had always been a single child, but now he had a true brother.
"You know, there are refreshments available throughout the garden. Just don't let me catch you littering. I'm being serious." Misty was quite thirsty now and thanked Ash for inviting her before heading off in search of a refreshment table. However, Ash and the rest had no time to talk as another familiar voice cried, "WAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!! My little boy is getting married so soon!" Delia Ketchum ran up to Ash and smothered his face in her chest. "Now now, I know that you're happy to see your son getting married, but do you really want to suffocate him before it even begins?" Professor Oak tried to comfort Mrs. Ketchum as she cried. "I'm just so happy that this day is here! You've found the perfect girl for all the right reasons. I'm so proud of you!" Ash managed to look up at his mother, "Thanks, Mom. I'm glad that you're so happy for me, but please! I gotta breathe!" Ash gasped for breath as he wiggled out of his mother's arms, much to the amusement to his brothers and children.
"Mom, I know I'm still a kid, but I'm not a baby! I'm the Chosen One! I have the power to defend this world from any threat!" Delia wiped her tears away, "I know, but you'll always be my little boy. Your age doesn't change that." Ash embraced his mother, "I know that. I never get tired of you. I couldn't ask for a better Mom than you." Everyone around them awed in delight at the bond Ash still had with his mother.
"Ash, where is your fiancé anyway? I want to see my daughter-in-law in her wedding dress!" Ash blushed, "Uh, she's still getting ready at Bianca's house. Mewtwo will Teleport her over here when she's ready." Delia sighed, "Oh yes, bless his soul. Mewtwo will make a fine son-in-law. I'll leave you to your friends now, OK sweetie?" Ash nodded as his mother and Professor Oak headed off to mingle with the guests.
"Hmmm...I think it could use a large ribbon around the waist." The girl spoke while she observed herself in a mirror. A band of light began to circle her waist as she closed her eyes. Soon, a pink ribbon was wrapped around the waist as the light receded. As the girl looked at her form in the mirror, pure happiness swelled in her heart. "I still can't believe this day has come. I can't believe that Ash and I will fall asleep tonight not as mere lovers, but as husband and wife. He's so perfect...why was it me who was blessed to fall in love with him?" Tears of bliss began to fall from her face as her face turned red in a deep blush as she held her hands to her chest. "I love him...I love him so much...He gave me his love. He gave me his children. And now, he's giving me his hand in marriage... Ash, why are you so perfect?"
There was a knock at the door. "Latias, may I enter?" The girl recognized the voice of Bianca. "Yes. Please enter." The old friend of Latias came in wearing a black dress that seemed to suit her perfectly. "Oh my, you look splendid! Oh, you let your hair flow down! I've grown so accustomed to seeing you with my hair." Latias giggled. It was true. Her hairstyle had been identical to Bianca's, but this time she altered her hair into flowing down her back instead of Bianca's shorter hairstyle.
"I'm jealous. All you have to do is focus to change your appearance while I have to do it manually." Latias giggled, "That's true, but you still turned out lovely." Bianca smiled, knowing that Latias had been taught by Ash that looks aren't everything. "Yeah. I really can't tell you how relieved I was when I heard you were holding the wedding here. This is the place where we've known each other for so long." Latias gave her friend a hug, "Don't be so sad. This is the day I've lived for. Even though we'll leave afterwards, I can still come back to visit. I'm sure Amber and Onyx would love to visit now and then." Bianca smiled, "I know. It's just that you and Latios are my best friends. It's hard to see you go."
Latias gazed at Bianca's black dress and back at her white wedding dress. "I see that our dresses reflect our emotions. I'm very excited and happy about this day, but you are dreading it, knowing that I will leave afterwards." Bianca laughed, "It's not that! I'm just wearing this because it's the best dress I have! Although.....you do have a point." Latias frowned at Bianca's predicament, but Bianca noticed and said, "Don't worry about me. I know that your love to your husband is more important. Hey, don't be so worried. Have a blast with him! Do all the naughty things with him that you've dreamed about!" Latias burst into laughter, "I suppose I could! But I've already done the 'naughty' things with Ash already! You have met Amber and Onyx, right?"
Bianca blushed, "I still can't believe that you're a mother now. I really can't imagine what you looked like when you were pregnant. You've always seemed so young, so I thought you couldn't have children. You must have been so beautiful..." Latias placed her hand on her slim belly, "I know. I remember when I was nearing the day I was to give birth. Ash claimed I looked more beautiful than ever, so I felt beautiful as well. To have little children growing inside you is a wonderful feeling I can't describe. I truly enjoyed my pregnancy. I wonder if I'll ever have more children." Bianca wiped her tears away, "That's so sweet that he thought you were pretty when you were carrying his children, but enough of this reminiscing. I've wasted enough of your time already. We need to get over to the garden! Are you ready?" Latias gave herself a once over in the mirror and said, "Yep, I'm good to go!" Bianca grinned, "OK! Let's go find Mewtwo to get us to the garden. I'm curious to see how handsome your hubbie's gotten since I last saw him!"
"So, Mewtwo and Neo are in charge of security? I'm not too surprised at that!" May and Max had found Ash and had joined in a conversation. "Hey, May. You're not still upset about my love of Latias, are you?" May blushed and looked away slightly, "Just a little. I've learned to accept it, but I still always hoped that it would be me you married." Ash started to look glum, but May smiled, "Oh, I'm fine though! Being the godmother of your sweet little children is good enough for me!" Ash grinned and looked May and Max over. May was wearing a bright red gown while Max was wearing a little tuxedo. "You're really cute in that tux, Max." Max, on the other hand, didn't seem the least bit pleased. "I only wore this thing for the wedding. Once this is over, I'm never wearing it again! I HATE THESE THINGS!" Ash laughed, "I hear ya! I can't stand super fancy dos either! That's why I didn't want anyone to come like that if they didn't want to." Max looked utterly surprised at this, but he then ran off. May giggled, "Uh oh. Looks like Mom's gonna get an earful in a second."
As he looked May over, Ash couldn't believe how beautiful she was in her gown. "May?" She looked at him after sipping her punch, "Yes?" Ash blushed, "I...have to say, I don't think you've ever looked as beautiful as you do now." May was taken aback for a second, but soon, she set her glass down on a nearby table with an amorous twinkle in her eyes. "Huh? May, what are...mmph!" May cut Ash off when she threw her arms around him and pressed her lips against his. She began to lick at his lips, which Ash replied in kind as he greeted her tongue with his own. May felt tears flow down her face as she felt Ash's tongue caress her own in the first kiss she had received in about a year. After a moment of bliss, May chose to break the kiss and pulled her head back, causing a string of their saliva to dangle for a second. "Sorry, I just had to give you one last kiss before losing you forever." Ash grinned, "That's fine. I enjoyed it too."
"It's been far too long, child." Ash thought he vaguely recognized the voice. When he turned around, he saw a middle aged man with somewhat spiky black hair dressed in a black and red silk robe. "Is that...you, Koga?" The ninja bowed, "Thank you for remembering. Yes, it is I, Koga, the Fuchsia Gym Leader. I see that you have matured quite well since our battle." May asked, "So, Ash earned a badge from you? How long ago was it?" Koga grinned, "It's been over two years. But enough questions. I have come to present you with a gift, Ash." With that, Koga pulled out a scroll and unfurled it rather stylishly. He quickly pressed his hand against it and in a puff of smoke, something appeared. Koga then quickly rolled the scroll up and was seen with a katana of sorts in his right hand.
"I am aware of the great battles you endured as the Chosen One. I have personally crafted this blade for you." Ash smiled, but refused, "Thanks, but I don't really need it. I already have a sword, and it's all I need." Koga laughed, "Yes, I remember seeing you with that blade! However, this is not a typical sword. Hold it up to your eyes and draw it out." Ash then took the scabbard in hand and held the hilt up to his eyes, when he drew the blade out a bit, he gasped at the blade. It looked like finely polished wood, but with the typical steel color. "The blade is forged from Damascus steel, a steel alloy with a unique appearance, which I'm sure you see. However, hold it up to the sun." Ash did as he said and was surprised to see blue, reddish pink, bright emerald green, and yellow flash along the blade. "It is infused with the same life force of your wife, brother, and children. Due to their eternal life, this sword will withstand the eons of time without losing any of its quality. It is also impossible to damage as long as all four live. I call it, the Eon Blade."
As he looked at the new weapon that had been bestowed on him, Ash got an idea. He ran a short distance away and summoned his own sword, shocking May and Koga equally. Taking both swords in hand, he began to swing them around like a pair of dual swords, two halves to a whole. He looked like a master of the art of swordplay as he performed. Once he had the feel of using two blades at once, he dismissed his own sword and returned the Eon Blade to its scabbard. "This is a really cool gift, Koga. I'll use it honorably." Koga bowed, "As I expected. Now then, if you'll excuse me." He turned and headed off towards his sister, Ira.
Suddenly, a voice filled the garden, "All guests, please gather at the front of the fountain. It is time to begin the ceremony." All the guests began to make their way as directed. "Well, guess I better head over too. See ya!" May waved as she walked off to the designated point. "Wow Ash, you look sexier with every day!" Ash turned to see who said that and blushed at the sight of his fiancé in a wedding dress. He still couldn't get over the size of her chest, and since Bianca was standing right next to her, he could really see the difference now.
"Uh, Ash? What's wrong?" Ash covered his face with a hand and replied, "It's just...now I see the big difference with Bianca right next to you!" Bianca seemed confused, but Latias giggled, "He means my breasts. Since humans develop milk in them when they have a baby, mine have grown as well." Bianca blushed, "Now that you mention it, I guess you have a point, although I never would've expected you to refer to something like that, Ash!"
"So, what to you think? Did I turn out OK?" Ash was speechless for a moment, but finally said, "You're beautiful. What more can I say?" Latias blushed, "You always were honest. Hm?" Latias noticed something in Ash's eyes just behind his loving gaze. (Is he.....disappointed? Why? What did I do wrong?) Before anyone could say anything more, Mewtwo interrupted, "I don't wish to interrupt, but should we start?" Ash gulped, "Uh, right! Let's get started!"
"I can't believe I was blessed to see this day. Better whip up a fitting tune." Neo chuckled as he used psychic power to manipulate wind to create a pleasant tune that seemed to suit the occasion. The guests were charmed by the lovely music that filled the area. Max spoke, "All right! Here they come!"
As the ceremony got under, the guests turned to see little Amber gleefully floating about as she tossed rose petals ahead of the group. As her father promised, she was the Flower Girl of the wedding. As she tossed the petals upwards however, the wind that was making the music swept up the petals and began to carry them along, dazzling the guests in an ever growing rope of rose petals.
Alongside his sister was Onyx, carrying a pillow with his parent's wedding bracelets side by side. He seemed immensely proud to be carrying the bracelets that would bind Ash and Latias together in eternal love. He had already believed that their family was complete, but now, he felt that they weren't just complete, but unbreakable.
"Oh, she's so beautiful! Ash found himself a real peach!" May's mother, Caroline, whispered to her own husband, Norman, as Latias began to make her way down towards the fountain. Bayleef had been offered the role as the Maid of Honor and had happily accepted. She walked by Latias's side as she tried her hardest to accept the fact that Ash would be lost forever at the day's end. Latias had her face partially obscured by the bouquet of she was carrying, but no one minded at all.
Next came the groom and his Best Man. Ash slowly proceeded down the path towards the fountain with Latios at his side. Latios seemed overjoyed to be the Best Man of his brother, but laughed to himself as he saw Ash had a look of extreme nervousness on his face. That is, until he heard his mother cry out loudly. The guests smiled at her, knowing that she wasn't upset, but happy to the point of being in tears. This also seemed to suppress Ash's giddiness as he suddenly had a satisfied smile now.
"At last." Latias whispered as she stood beside her lover in front of the fountain while Onyx floated just behind them with the bracelets. He was trying to be on his best behavior and was determined to not mess anything up. Standing before the three was a familiar face that Ash immediately recognized. "It's been too long, Surge." The Vermillion City Gym Leader gave a big toothy grin, "It sure has. You're no baby anymore, seeing as how you found yourself a real beauty. But in any case..." Lt. Surge's voice changed to a surprisingly sincere tone, "I'm honored that you wanted me to do this. I'm pretty surprised that you learned I was a chaplain in the war." The Lieutenant was dressed in a white priest's robe, which was a big surprise to those who knew him.
As the guests looked on, the Lieutenant spoke, "As you know, we are gathered here today to witness a grand event in history. Against the odds, as well as the teachings of humans and Pokemon being mere companions at most, this amazing human boy and this beautiful Pokemon girl have looked beyond the norms of society and found true love with each other. And as you can see by the two cutie kids over here, they've done a lot more than just that!" A wave of laughter flowed through the guests as Amber and Onyx looked around, confused of what Lt. Surge was referring to.
"Now, the two lovebirds shall exchange vows in the forms of the wedding bracelets, which together form a whole, while being separate causes them to be unable to survive." Onyx floated forward as his mother and father turned to face him. Ash patted his son's head, earning a happy coo from him. With his gold bracelet and sapphire in hand, Ash turned to Latias and spoke, "Latias, as the shape of this bracelet shows, my love for you is eternal, never ending in a perfect circle. And what's more, as the Chosen One of legend, I will protect you along with this world, as I can't survive without either. You are the world to me." The guests awed at Ash's devotion to his lover as he slid the sapphire topped bracelet onto her right hand.
Next, Latias took the ruby topped bracelet from the pillar and gave Onyx a loving kiss on the forehead. "You are a very good Ring Bearer." Onyx smiled and flew over to Amber to watch the rest of the reception. With the bracelet in hand, Latias spoke to her fiancé, "Ash, since the day I first met you, I have never been able to get you out of my head. But to see you leave was only the beginning of my heartache. My dreams have only reached higher and higher since the day you returned to me. I wished that we would become lovers. Then I wished that we would become parents. And now, I have wished that we would become husband and wife. My dreams could only be reached with you, and I wish that we will continue to reach ever higher together." As she slipped the ruby topped bracelet onto Ash's right hand, Latias could no longer hold back her tears of joy and let them fall.
"Now then, do you, Ash Ketchum, take Latias as your loving wife and to devote yourself to her in sickness and in health until death do you part?" Ash nodded, "I do." Surge then turned to Latias, "And do you, Latias, take Ash as your loving husband and to devote yourself to him in sickness and in health until death do you part?" She nodded, "I do." Surge then raised his arms up, "Then I pronounce..." Surge stopped suddenly as he looked at the sky.
"Huh? What's wrong?" Ash turned and looked up, but gazed in awe at what he, and everyone else saw. The Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, were sweeping across the sky which, despite being the afternoon, was as black as Ash's hair. Latias gasped, "Those have never happened here. And it's far too early to be dark out. Why is this happening?" Neo laughed, "You mean you still don't get it?" Everyone faced the bioweapon. "Do you know why?"
Neo had a sneaky smirk on his face as everyone seemed to listen with bated breath. "It is a sign. Your bond has paved the way for a new era of acceptance between humans and Pokemon. This is the Earth's way of blessing your union." Ash and Latias looked at the sky and saw the wisdom in Neo's words. If they could find love, why not everyone else?
Surge clapped his hands, "Sorry for the delay! Shall we continue?" Everyone pulled themselves together and faced the fountain. Ash and Latias stood at attention as well. "Now then, where was I? Oh yes. I hereby pronounce you as man and wife. You may kiss the bride." Everyone watched closely as the two faced each other. Delia was crying a river as she tried to not breakdown in a joyful fit. Latios had his claws at his teeth as he waited in anticipation of what awaited.
As Latias lowered her flowers to allow Ash to kiss her, she noticed the disappointment in his eyes again. She couldn't understand it. What had she forgotten? She had made her outfit as lovely as possible. She remembered the bracelets and when she first met him. What could she have forgotten?
(What is it that disappoints him so? What have I not done? Wait! Could it be something that I HAVE done?) As Latias searched her memory for anything that could hint as to what she may or may not have done to disappoint her husband, she suddenly remembered a sentence he had said on the night of two weeks ago. "You know I prefer you in your true form. Why this?" Latias felt tears flow down her face as she whispered, "How could I have forgotten?"
Understanding that Latias had remembered, Ash moved his face forward for the kiss. However, Latias began to shine in a bright light as her dress seemed to fall apart from the bottom up in a flurry of glowing particles. As Ash joined lips with his lover, the light receded, revealing to the shocked guests Latias in her true form. As human boy and Pokemon girl sealed their marriage, the guests burst into cheers and applause. Delia in particular burst into a loud and joyful crying fit as her son and his lover became husband and wife.
"This should be good." Neo chuckled as Latias floated above the ground as a crowd of the female guests gathered below. "I hope I know how this is done. Catch, girls!" With that, Latias performed an underhanded toss with her bouquet of flowers as the women below scrambled for the catch.
"What the...?" To everyone's surprise, a vine shot out of the crowd and snatched the bouquet from the air. "Wait...that's from...!" Ash stared as the crowd spread out to see who grabbed the bouquet. Standing with the flowers next to her face was Bayleef. She looked at Ash and said, "You do know what happens when a girl catches this, right?" Ash blushed and nervously kicked at the ground. (Who knows? Someday, it just might happen.)
Later that night, as the Northern Lights still waved across the sky, couples had gathered on the dance floor as Neo cranked out music on equipment he personally brought in himself. Due to the lack of electricity in the garden, Pikachu volunteered to power the gear. Neo looked like he was enjoying performing as a DJ. However, Ash didn't seem to want to dance.
"What's wrong? Are you just nervous about it?" Ash replied, "Sorry. It's just that I'm not all that good at dancing." Latias giggled, "I have faith in you. Please, I don't want to dance with anyone but you." Ash looked up at his wife's pleading face and sighed, "OK. I'll try, but don't be surprised if I don't do well." Latias nodded and took his hand. However, when they reached the middle, Neo stopped the music.
Everyone looked at Ash and Latias, since they were the stars of the wedding. Just then, Neo spoke, "Ash, look at where you've gotten today. I'm sure that you must have been afraid of being criticized for your feelings for Latias. That's why you didn't come back to her right away, right? But now, you and her are together like never before, all thanks to your absolution. Therefore, I have the perfect song for you two. Ready?" Ash and Latias looked at each other and said back to Neo, "Crank it!" Neo hit the music, which began to play out 'Dreams of an Absolution.'
As the music began to play, the couples started dancing again. Ash and Latias were no exception. In tune with the music, they were dancing like pros, even though Latias's feet never touched the ground. Then, the lyrics began.
In the night light, do you see what you dream?
All your troubles, are they what they seem?
Look around you, then you may realize
All the preachers, all with their lies
And I might know of our future
But then you still control the past
Only you know if you'll be together
Only you know if we shall last
Ash and Latias seemed to be entranced by the song, dancing in perfect unison, as if they were one mind. Soon, all other couples stopped dancing just to watch the two newlyweds dance to the song that depicted how their lives had come together.
In the night light, do you still feel your pain?
For the valor you wait; it never came
If you were able, would you go change the past?
To mend a faux pas with one last chance?
And I might know of our future
But then you still control the past
Only you know if we'll be together tonight
'Cause every night I will save your life
And every night I will be with you
'Cause every night I still lay awake
And I dream of an absolution
'Cause every night I will make it right
And every night I will come to you
But every night it just stays the same
In my dream of an absolution
Mewtwo chuckled at just how accurately the song matched up with the events that led to this day. How Latias waited everyday in the hopes that Ash would return, but never came. How she wished that she could change the past, so she could've told Ash how she truly felt.
In the night light, do you see what you dream?
All your triumph and all you'll ever be
Look around you, then you may realize
Happiness lies trapped in misery
And who knows what of our future
We can all try to change the past
Only you know if we'll be together tonight
'Cause every night I will save your life
And every night I will be with you
'Cause every night I still lay awake
And I dream of an absolution
'Cause every night I will make it right
And every night I will come to you
But every night it just stays the same
In my dream of an absolution
As they danced, Ash and Latias rarely took their eyes off each other. "You're dancing very well, dear." Ash replied, "Hey, when it comes to you, I can do anything."
'Cause every night I will save your life
And every night I will be with you
'Cause every night I still lay awake
And I dream of an absolution
'Cause every night I will make it right
And every night I will come to you
But every night it just stays the same
In my dream of an absolution
And you'll seeeeee
What you'll beeeee
And you'll seeeeee
All you can
And every night
And every night
And every night
I will dreeeeaaam
And you'll seeeee
That this is my dream
And you'll seeee
Every niiiiight
I will always dreeeaaam
Once the song drew to a close, Ash and Latias looked around at the sound of applause. "Well, how'd I do?" Latias embraced him, "I think you danced splendidly. Better than Latios, at least." Latios asked, "Huh, did you say something?" "Oh, nothing." Latias lied with a guilty smirk.
As all the guests returned home with the vow to never reveal the location of the Secret Garden, Ash and his new family were flying through the starry sky on Neo in Lugia form. However, Neo had a nagging hunch that their troubles were only beginning. (I just know it. The battle against the Nightmare was just the beginning.) Still, he wasn't worried, knowing that nothing could withstand Ash's true power.
Amber and Onyx laid fast asleep in their father's arms, having stayed up long past their bedtime. Mewtwo spoke, "So Ash, I suppose that we aren't just friends now, but brothers." Ash faced his new brother-in-law and smiled, "Yeah. It's hard to believe that this day really happened. And I'm still just a kid." Latias whispered, "Age means nothing. Look at me. I'm well over 100 years old and you're only 13. Does it really matter?" Ash blushed, "You're right. You're my wife and I'm your husband. From now on, I've gotta live up to your expectations." Latios chuckled, "Don't forget. You still have us. We are family now and families support each other."
As they flew under the crescent moon, Ash looked over at Bayleef and Pikachu. They were exhausted and were fast asleep. Ash then looked down at his left wrist. "Dear, what is it?" Latias saw Bayleef's silver bracelet with the emerald on top. "You really love her, don't you?" Ash blushed, "Yeah, but you come first. I'm wearing this so I'll always be reminded of her devotion to me. I was so stupid for never noticing how she felt about me." Latias hugged him, "Don't be so sad. She did forgive you, remember?" Ash looked down at the bracelet again, "Yeah...I'll always be with her." Ash and Latias embraced each other. "Where would you like to go on the honeymoon?" Latias yawned, "Let's think about that later. I just want to cherish this moment with you, my love."
Being human is not a requirement of being a personChapter End Notes:To be continued in Fight for the Future, Pokemon Advancement, and Pokemon Legends.
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Date:Nov 20 2016
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