Dedication: To all the nominees of the BIC's of October 2005. Good job to the winners. ~~~ As the music faded away, everyone clapped madly shouting "Encore!". Misty couldn't resist blushing so hard. She searched the crowd to find Ash, and there he was. Right there, in the front row, beaming up at her. She gave a soft smile back. He suddenly felt this impulse to do something. He jumped up on stage, and did the last thing ANYONE could expect. He picked Misty up and spun her around. She felt like she was flying the way her dress flowed so softly behind her, the way her hair danced behind her, and the way Ash always made her feel. He finally set her down and gave her a hug. She returned the hug, but was silently crying. She was hoping for her to kiss him. Daisy: Like, what a performance. Lily: *sniff* That made me cry...and I'm a tomgirl for crying out loud. Violet: Well, thank you Misty. Ok, enough crying. The rest of the contestants are eager to perform, so it's a pleasure to bring out Ashley, Cassie, and Treecko with "Shut up". Daisy, Lily: Hey! Violet: *sigh* As Ashley came out onto the stage along with her cousin and Treecko, Ash led Misty offstage hand in hand. Misty felt a little flushed, Ash never held hands with her before, so why now? Ash: That was a great performance Misty. Misty: Thanks..... Ash: Eh? What's wrong? Misty: Nothing you need to worry about... Ash: Well, how about you worry over dinner tomorrow night. Misty: Sounds like something I need to worry about... Ash: Great! And without a second thought, Ash stepped up close to Misty. She could almost smell a faint scent of vanilla, her favorite scent. It almost put her into a trance. But, Ash's eyes were what put her into an instant trance. She stared deeply into his chocolate-loving eyes as his were staring into her endless ocean blue eyes. They continued staring at eachother when both got the feeling they were being watched. They turned their heads to Misty's left and saw no one. They probably thought it was just the excitement. They continued to look deeply into each other's eyes. Misty felt the scent getting stronger, and noticed his eyes were closing and his lips were barely parting. Misty: 'Yay, my dream come true!!!!' Misty got the hint that this is her moment to let Ash know how much she truely cares about him. She started to move closer to Ash's face and felt his lips against hers. They both felt like a million different feelings were going throughout their bodies at once. Ash places his arm around Misty's neck and around her waist, as she started to do the same. For what seemed like forever, their lips parted from each other. Ash: Well, I guess I could tell you early... Misty: Ash.... Both: I love you. Huh? Ash: I guess it was a little obvious.... Misty: From the way you were kissing me.... Ash: That you obviously....... Misty: Had the hots............... Both: For me! They laughed at finishing each other's sentences. Fate has truely brought them together. For once, Ash has felt extremely happy. Ever since his father's death, Ash felt like he could never truely be happy. Or remotely feel a little happy. His dad died, and yet, he's still living. Ash kissed Misty once more, and told her he would meet her in the hotel room. Misty offered to go with him, and, figuring it was no use arguing with his new girlfriend, decided that she could come too. They both rode on the Articuno Sky Ride towards the cemetary where they had Ash's father buried. Misty wrapped her arms tightly around Ash's waist, hanging on for dear life. Ash could feel her hair whipping against his back and peered over his should to see Misty shivering. It WAS kinda chilly, and she was only wearing her dress, no jacket or anything. He swung her over his head, making sure the dress did not get caught on any part of him, set her down gently, and wrapped his tux's jacket around her. She stopped shivering and wrapped her arms around the reins available to her. He wrapped his arms around her, and felt her warm body against his. They soon started to decent, which Misty started to freak out. Ash quickly calmed her with another kiss, and she settled down. They landed, and Ash slid off the humongous bird's back and picked Misty up to help her off, considering she had a mixture of pleasure, happiness, and fear. Did I forget to mention that she hates to fly......... Misty: So, this is where your father is? Ash: Yep. You know, you really didn't need to come here with me. This isn't really appropriate for us, since we uhm.......ya know........ Misty: Started going out? Ash: Yeah.............guess I'm just a little embarassed. I've been crushing on you for a long time. It feels wierd now that you're my girlfriend. Misty: Yeah. Well, I really wanted to come and thank your father for such a fine job on you. Ash: Hey..... Misty: *laugh* I'm just playin'........ Ash: I know. Ash leans down to kiss Misty, once more, on the lips. The kiss was brief, taking in the fact that they had arrived at his father's grave site. Ash looked at the tombstone. His look on his hair-beaten face changed from happy to sad in less than a second. He bent down on his knees, and started crying. Misty offered a comforting hand on his shoulder, and stood looking at his father's grave. Misty: 'Thank you Mr. Ketchum. You've done such a fine job raising your son in his baby years. Even though you're gone from this world, Ash talks about you everyday without fail. He misses you dearly. If only you hadn't taken that phone call that led eventually to your death. If only you hadn't taken that job offer. But, I wish to thank you. And please, watch over Ash, especially since his mother's close to death *a/n: i'm currently working on another fanfic to explain this. be on the look out* and he's been working so hard to raise money so he can afford to give her the best treatment.' Misty hadn't realized she started crying until Ash stood up, and started wiping her tears away with his thumb. Ash: Why are you crying Misty? Misty: *la la land* Ash: Hello? Earth to Misty? Can you hear me? Misty: Huh? Ash: I said, what's wrong? Misty: It's sad...... Ash: What is? Misty: Nothing...never mind, forget I said anything. Ash: ??? Ash bent down to his knees and said himself a silent prayer. Ash: 'Dad, I really miss you. Remember Misty, from my kindergarten class? Me and her are together. I remember your last words to me almost as if you just said them not but 2 seconds ago. You told me to take care of her. I thought you had meant mom, but I know now who you mean. It's Misty. It's almost like you knew who I was going to go out with. I hope you'll take care of Mom. She misses you like crazy. Well, I'll try to visit you more often. See ya, dad. Take care.' Ash stood up and wiped away the small tear drop that had escaped his tightly- shut eyes. Misty held onto his arm, and gave him a worried look. Ash: What? Misty: You ok? They start walking towards the impatient man and his Articuno. Ash: Yeah, I'm fine. Misty: You sure? As they reach the gates to where the man was saddling the huge bird, Ash looks back at his father's grave. Ash: I know I'm fine. My father's with me. Misty: Hmm....... Ash gave Misty a quick kiss on the lips and helped her up on the bird. As he got on the bird, and the bird took off towards where the festival was held, he looked up at the sky. He thought he saw someone smiling at him, but figured it was just his mind messing with him. As they were nearing the festival, they saw a huge crowd gathering, awaiting their return......... ~~~ That was so beautiful...*.~. Well, one more part and then this is finished. What'd ya think? Review me please! Catch ya later! ACOD