CHAPTER 1 It was a cold night, the background full of noises that the crickets made. The moon was half full tonight. But it didn't bother the romantic couple sitting on top of a plain, green hill. It's the one and only, Ash and Misty. It was a good thing that it was just them and no one else. They had no interruptions for the next 2 hours. They were sure of it. Ash's arm was around Misty's shoulders while her head was resting on his shoulder. Ash's cap was off while the wind was blowing through his and Misty's hair. It felt a little bit chilly. Ash: (Taking off his jacket) Here, you look a little cold. Misty: Thank you Ash, I was feeling a little freezing. Ash: You were? Misty: Well, a little. The moon is beautiful huh? Ash: Not as beautiful as you. Misty: Ash, you're so sweet. Ash: I'm glad we confessed our feelings. Misty: Yeah. Me too. Otherwise we wouldn't think that we didn't love each other. We don't have no problems at all. Ash: Nope. He leaned over and kissed her. Misty: When was the last time you did that? Ash: Probably when you were still asleep this morning. Misty: No wonder I felt a touch on my cheek. Ash: I love you Misty. Misty: I love you too Ash. You know, you're more better than the other boys. You are a great trainer, a good friend, and a wonderful person who always had a kind heart. Ash: You are too Misty. Come here. Misty moved into Ash's arms and hugged tightly as Ash hugged back. They never wanted to let go as their lips sank into a passionate kiss. When they hugged and kissed, it seemed like an eternity. Their privacy wasn't ruined yet. It was still a loving, consoling piece of sweetness. Misty broke the kiss to get some air. Ash also stopped to get some breath. It's been a while since they confessed their feelings they barely remember how they talked about it. But no matter what, their love will always be in their hearts forever. Misty's smile was warming up just like the sun that was rising from the horizon. Misty: Do you think we should get back to camp? Brock is probably worried about us. Ash: Yeah. I can't believe it's already morning and no one even interrupted us. Misty: That's true. Well, mysteries are better left unsolved. Let's Go. Ash and Misty walked hand in hand back to camp. They knew their way back. But what they didn't know was, that there was someone in the woods, spying on them. And it wasn't Team Rocket. Misty then heard something click. Misty: What was that? Ash: What was what? The click was the stranger cocking his pistol aiming at Ash and Misty! Then the stranger pulled the trigger. The bullet fired inches away from Misty's body! Misty: Ash! It's a gun!! Ash: GET DOWN!! Ash covered his whole body over Misty's to protect her. The stranger fired again. This time, it shot Ash's shoulder! Misty: ASH!!!!! Ash fell to the ground. Wounded, but okay, he was unconscious. Misty sent out her Staryu to attack the killer. Misty: Staryu! Water gun attack! Staryu unleashed it's water gun attack at the killer. He got wet and ran off. Misty called back Staryu. After that, she ran over to Ash's body and shook him. Misty: Ash? Ash, are you okay? Ash didn't answer. She felt his pulse. It was normal. He was still alive. Just a bad injury on the shoulder. Misty: Don't worry Ash, I'm gonna get help. Then she heard something from above. She looked up and saw a hot air balloon. It was Team Rocket! Misty was so glad to see them. Misty: Team Rocket!! Down Here!! I need some help!! Meowth: What's wrong?! Misty: Ash got shot on the shoulder! I need to get him to a hospital! The balloon lowered down on the ground. They all got out of it and saw Ash unconscious. Jessie: What happened? Misty: I don't know. We were heading back to camp until someone to shoot us in the bushes somewhere. James: You didn't know who did it? Misty: No. Not at all. Meowth: Well, lets get him to a hospital. Misty: Thanks guys. I sure hope he is going to be okay. TO BE CONTINUED....