The Alternate Saga - Book: 1 Ch. 7

To the Rescue

Noctowl’s POV

I raised my head up as I regained consciousness hours later. I was still trapped in that cage in a dark room, with the only light being from a single open-window. If only I could reach that window...! I thought to myself. Suddenly, I felt another presence behind me. Turning my head, I noticed my comrade, Azumarill unconscious as well.

Azumarill, are you alright?! I cried out. Azumarill heard my voice and opened her eyes. I could tell that she had been through a lot in my absence. She struggled to stand but, fell back as soon as she started.

Easy, you’re hurt pretty bad. This would be the point where master would bring both of us to Nurse Joy at the Pokémon Center. I stated, And what a fine time to get captured no less.

Noctowl...! Azumarill weakly said, We need to get out of here...! They have...master...! That immediately grabbed my attention. Who?! Who has our master?! I cried out wanting to get answers.

Those men and woman in black suits with the R logo...! the water-type went on, After being defeated, the last thing I saw was her being thrown into the helicopter with us...! Everything else...is blank...!

I knew exactly who they were. Team Rocket. I said. Azumarill gave me a confused look. That’s what their called! I hear master talking about them a lot lately. I believe she was once among them. I went on. Azumarill was stunned, Our master?! But, she’s such a kind and nice person! How could she be one of them?!

If she was, she isn't anymore. And now it all makes sense. I stated while pacing around the cage. What do you mean? the water-type weakly asked. Think about it. I went on, Let’s say you were the boss of a group of something. And you had a member you really liked. Then, that same member turns around and turns on you. How would you feel about that?

It took Azumarill a second to finally understand my point, Oh, I see what you’re saying...! Yeah, I would be pretty upset...! So, you think that master turned on them and now they want to pay her back?

I gave her a nod, We need to go save her at once! Azumarill gave me a look of concern, But, how?! We’re just two damaged Pokémon without a trainer to aide us! We’ll pass out again if we try to save her by battling! I realized that she was right. We were too damaged and fighting again wouldn't do us any good.

Then, it hit me! Arcanine! Azumarill, we need to go and find Arcanine! He was with that other trainer that master was friends with! I’m sure he can help save her! I excitedly explained.

Azumarill nodded, Hey, yeah...! Hang on a second...! I’ll get us out of this cage! The water-type forced herself to her feet and readied her tail.

This cage is no match for my Aqua Tail! she cried out as her tail was soon engulfed by water. With a huge swing, Azumarill broke the cage in two. I flew around, now happy to be free from that prison. It feels good to be able to fly again! I cawed, Now come on, Azumarill!

The water-type shook her head, Go on without me...! I can’t go out running around...! Using that attack made me much weaker than I already am...!

I was shocked, I can’t just leave you here like this! Azumarill put her hand up, Just go! Get help...! I’ll be fine...! Please, Noctowl...! I tensed, but nodded and flew out through the open window. I’ll be back with help soon! I promise! I called back, hoping that my comrade heard me.

~End of Noctowl’s POV!~

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Arcanine finally reached Viridian City, out of breath and ready to topple over. Richie jumped off the weakened fire-type and checked him out.

“Arcanine! Are you okay?!” the young trainer asked checking him out. Arcanine let out a reassuring cry and motioned to the unconscious Pikachu in Richie’s hands. “Right! I need to take you both to a Pokémon Center!”

“Richie?” a voice cried out from behind. Richie turned to see Ash Ketchum, along with Pikachu, Professor Oak, Misty, and Officer Jenny. “Hey, guys!” Richie waved. Everyone ran up to him. “What on Earth happened?!” Professor Oak cried when he saw Sparky unconscious in Richie’s arms.

“Me and Ashley got ambushed by Team Rocket! She had me escape on her Arcanine, but she wasn't so lucky! Team Rocket’s captured her!” Richie explained, “We need to help her and fast!”

“What?! Oh no!” Ash cried out, “We need to go now!” “Hold on a minute, Ash!” the Pokémon professor cried out, “Richie’s Pikachu and Ashley’s Arcanine both need attention and fast too! We must attend to them first!”

Ash tensed, “But...!” Pikachu let out a worried cry as he looked at both Sparky and Arcanine. Arcanine let out a painful cry as it fell to its knees. This caused Ash to snap out of it. “Arcanine!” he cried as he and Pikachu rushed up to it.

Ash noticed that Arcanine’s legs had been both injured and worn out. “You’re right! We need to get them help first. Let’s go to the Pokémon Center!”

Everyone nodded. Richie and Misty rushed off to go and get Nurse Joy while Ash and Professor Oak helped Arcanine rest near a tree. “Take it easy, Arcanine.” Professor Oak stated as he rubbed its head. Arcanine then let out a worried howl as it looked back towards Viridian Forest. Ash and Pikachu realized what was wrong.

Ash looked at Arcanine and smiled, “Don’t worry. We’ll get Ashley back safe and sound soon. I promise.” Pikachu happily cried out in agreement. Arcanine slowly nodded and rested its head on the soft grass beneath it.