Disclaimer: Don't own pokemon! A/N: Chapter numero dos! Enjoy all! Chapter 2 No Way Out "Where do you think they're taking us?" Asked Misty, who was sitting, tied up, next to Brock. "Probably their headquarters." He replied. "Hey, I'm surprised they got you. You were probably one of their hardest to capture." Announced Brock, trying to lighten the eerie mood that was formulating. "Yeah, well, that's what they said." She said, smiling weakly. "That elite got you, huh?" Asked Brock, remembering his battle with the fierce elite. "Yeah, he did." She sighed. "I'll tell you one thing, he's really skilled." Brock just nodded in agreement as he looked out of the window at the night sky. "What do you think they're planning to do with us?" Asked Lt. Surge, the gym leader from Vermilion City. "I wish I knew. All I know is that they've captured us and we all have one thing in common." Said Brock. "Our gyms…" Misty breathed, realizing what Brock was getting at. "Exactly. It must have something to do with it. I just wish I knew what." He sighed. "Guess we'll find out sooner or later." Misty stated, looking out of the window and seeing the 'Welcome to Viridian City' sign. Everyone knew who the gym leader was in that gym. Misty shut her eyes in pain and anger thinking about his name. And, from what the elite had told her, it was now obvious that he was the leader of the infamous Team Rocket. "Great, Viridian City." Scowled Surge sarcastically. The van soon came to a halt as the driver waited to be admitted through the entrance. He was given permission and drove through the black, iron gates that surrounded the gym. The van stopped in back of the gym and the door was soon opened. Several Rocket members forced Misty, Brock, and Surge out of the van and awaited their orders. The elite stood before them, Pikachu at his side, and examined the trio. "Good. Bring them in." He said after several moments of silence. The members took hold of their bonds and pushed them inside of the massive building. They lead them into the battling arena where Giovanni waited. After fulfilling their duties, they took a knee and bowed to their leader. Misty looked on in disgust. How could someone so vicious be treated with this much respect? The elite took his place at the front of the line and approached Giovanni. "Sir, we have captured all of the gym leaders. These were the three remaining ones. They were restrained last night." Said the elite. "Well done. Were you seen?" He asked cautiously. "No, Sir." Answered the elite. "Wonderful work Ash, as usual. Now, take them to their cells and, soon, our plans will be underway." Announced Giovanni, leaving the arena. "Yes, Sir. Well, you heard him. Take them away." Ordered Ash. "Yes, Sir!" All the members saluted simultaneously. They walked off, taking the gym leaders with them. Ash was left alone in the arena, left only with his thoughts of their up and coming plan. "It's starting to take shape. After countless months of planning, we're finally doing it, Pikachu." Smiled Ash, petting his pokemon. "Pikachu." Answered the pokemon, nodding its little head. "Imagine all the money we're going to make." He smiled. "It's more than we could ever dream of." "Pika!" It squealed, smiling. "Well buddy, let's go tend to the prisoners." Ash announced. "Pi!" It replied as they both walked down the long corridor leading into the jail cells. He went down a flight of stairs and came to another hallway. Just then, Ash saw Matt walking out of one of the rooms, panting. "Hey, what's wrong with you?" Ash smiled. "It's that gym leader from Saffron, that's what." He sighed, taking off his head gear. "She can't be causing you that much trouble." He said peeking into the room. "Yeah? You try going in there when she's pissed off." Matt sighed in exasperation. "It'll only be a couple more days." Ash stated. "Just hold on until then." "I know, I know." Said Matt. "It's a good thing we got the rest of the leaders last night." "Yeah, we've been waiting long enough to start our operations." Nodded Ash. "Which one of them goes first?" Asked Matt. "Well, if it was me choosing, I'd pick Sabrina. She's the only real threat, with her psychic powers and everything." Ash said, walking away. "Well, I got to go. I have to go check on the others." "Okay, see you later." Sighed Matt, walking back into the room reluctantly. Ash lightly laughed to himself, thinking about everything that his best friend had to endure in that room. "Here we are." Ash said, opening one of the door's in the hallway. He stepped inside just in time to see Misty and Brock being thrown in their separate cells. "Sir!" The rocket saluted. "Very good." Ash smiled. The rocket grabbed a nearby notepad and looked to Ash. "Pewter City gym leader: Brock Slate." Said Ash, pointing to Brock while the rocket jotted down everything he was saying. "And the Cerulean City gym leader: Misty Waterflower." The rocket nodded and then handed the pad to Ash. He looked it over and then gave his approval. "Where is Surge?" Asked Ash, noticing an empty cell. "He's in a tougher holding cell. He was too strong for these cells, so Matt took him downstairs." Answered the rocket. "Poor guy. He's stuck with all the dirty work today. I'll have to talk to Giovanni today about a raise in his salary." Smiled Ash. "When do these two go?" Asked the rocket, changing the subject. "They'll be last. I already told Matt that we'd take care of Sabrina first." Stated Ash. 'Take care of her?' Thought Misty, fearing the worst. "Well, I'll be back in about an hour to take over your shift. You know what to do if things get out of hand." Reminded Ash. "Yes, Sir!" Smirked the rocket, fingering the dart gun on the table. "Okay. I'll be back shortly." Ash said, walking out of the room and heading for Giovanni's office. Upon reaching his office, Ash lightly knocked on the door. He heard a soft response and opened the door. "Ah, Ash. There you are. I was just about to have someone find you." Started Giovanni. "Is everything set?" Ash bowed. "Yes, Sir. Everything is prepared. The gym leaders are all currently in their cells." "Very good." Smiled Giovanni. "It will still take a bit of planning to make sure we don't get caught, but I truly believe we can pull it off." "I think so too, Sir." Smiled Ash. "Ash, have you recorded the cell arrangements?" He asked. "Yes, Sir. They're right here." Ash replied, handing his boss a notepad. He read down the list of names and stopped at the last one. "Well, well, well…Misty Waterflower, Cerulean City's great water pokemon gym leader." He said in a low tone. "Do you know her personally?" Ash asked. "Yes, I do. We go way back. I knew her parents well." He paused and then continued. "After all these years, she's been residing inside of the gym…" "I take the next shift in her room. Would you like me to take a message for her?" Ash asked. "No, I will deal with her later. She's not going anywhere and you will see to that." Stated Giovanni firmly. "Yes, Sir!" Bowed Ash as he headed for the door, but he suddenly stopped. "By the way, Sir, I've noticed the hard work that Matt has had to endure during these past couple of months, so-" "A raise? Consider it done. He has been working hard. And it's because of people like him that we can finally start our plans." Said Giovanni. "Thank you, Sir." Bowed Ash one last time before he exited the room. Once he was gone, Giovanni turned towards his window and stared out over the horizon. He then looked at the notepad and fingered Misty's name. "My dear…your pain and suffering has only just begun…" A/N: Yay! Another chapter up! Hope you guys liked it.