LOG 43: Attempt Failed

My friend Virgo and Alice are currently in the library to do some research work that would probably be to exhausting for my mind. Meanwhile, my Pokemon and I, including Zeal, have some business to take care of, especially when it comes to training Volcarona. I wouldn't want a Pokemon who's always in standby now would I?

It was still early in the morning when we went to the battlefield to train. I wanted to test out my skills with Zeal after a long time of not battling any Team Plasma grunts yet.

The battlefield lay beneath the sixth floor. It is indoors which means we could be fighting with the air-conditioner open. We intended to have a full six on six with our Pokemon, but little did we know, we were heading for an unexpected surprise.

The first match is in. Zeal used her Roserade for the first match, the usual in all cases. However I, chose a different tactic. I started off with Absol since I know Zeal's pretty much aware if I'd be using Salamence for Flamethrower or Volcarona.

"Alright, Roserade! Let's give them Leaf Blade!"

"Quick attack to dodge!"

<Ab! Ab!>Absol ran in zigzag formation, flawlessly dodging Roserade's moves. They switched sides. She was in Zeal's side while Roserade was in mine.

"Sludge Wave go!"

"Absol, absorb it then use Sword Dance!"

<Absol!>Absol shivered, taking the attack and trying to withstand it. Her forehead turned violent, poisoned from the attack.

"Another round of Sludge Wave go!"

<Absol! Ab!>I commanded Absol to absorb the attack once more in exchange for Sword Dance, so that's double the return once I unleash a full scale devastation unto Roserade.

"You're Pokemon's getting poisoned!"

"I'm aware of that. Now, finish off with Shadow Claw!"

"Pfft, original Luna. That's the oldest trick in the book! Counter with Double Hit!"

It was an air battle, no wait, a ground one. It was hard to determine. Both were swift in dodging and attacking. All Zeal and I could see were the blinding light of their moves. Their speed has increased over these years, and I'm impressed she's (Absol) turning out like Gardevoir already.

The next thing we saw, a puff of cloud erupted in the sky. Two comets fell. Each on our side. The next thing we knew, both our first Pokemon have fainted and collapsed. We heard a slow clap coming from the nearby lounge area of the battlefield. It was followed by footsteps with small chuckles from the mouth.

"You do know, Madam Boss doesn't settle for a draw," said Miyamoto, gathering our attention.

"Ah?! Ms. Miyamoto." We ran as quickly as we could to her, saluting afterward.

"No need to be in a panic. I don't bring any missions with me today. I was bored, and so I thought to watch your match with Domino. That reminds me, where is she anyway? The last time I checked, she was right beside me..." She looked around her surroundings. "Anyway, although it is brilliant that Agent Luna was able to think of a way to end your first battle in a draw, I'd highly suggest that you aim for victory."

"Victory?" I asked.

"Well, judging by the battle, it seems that Absol could use Dark Pulse to repel Sludge Wave, followed by Shadow Claw to the ground, rocks are thrown upward, Absol leaps to the rock with quick attack, then strikes Roserade with Shadow Claw. I'd say, Pokemon battling is like Chess. Tell me, agent Luna, who was your former coach?"

"Umm, Mr. Cliff."

"Ah, I see. You're a combat agent. Well, you're also an Elite Operative, and not that I blame you, but next time, use different alternatives and do not settle for less. Say, might have we a battle the next time we meet, Agent Luna?"

"I'm looking forward to it, Ms. Miyamoto."

"I won't be an easy opponent, so I suggest that you train hard. I've these spare TMs for the both of you. Perhaps you would like to use them." she handed two yellow microchips for the both of us.

"Ah! I knew it! Come back here, imposter!" Domino's voice from afar interrupted. We rushed to see what happened.

She was panting on the side of the door, a chisel pierced her chest. Blood oozed out, but by the anger in her expression, I'd say she'd survive.

"Domino? What happened?" Miyamoto leaned her body to the wall.

"Get him! The running one, he's not a member."

"Not a member?" Zeal asked.

"An imposter. He's from Team Plasma, stealing our database. Go get him Miyamoto, I'll be fine."

"B-but--"

"Just go!" she commanded.

"The two of you, bring her to the clinic." said Miyamoto to the grunts that crossed our path.

"Y-yes, Ms. Miyamoto." saluted the two.

"Luna, Zeal! Come with me!"

We followed the imposter who was meters away from us. I'm not a swift runner nor do I have the accuracy of a sharpshooter to randomly throw a knife or use a gun to paralyze him completely.

"Zebstrika, Flame Charge and chase after him!"

<Zeb!>Zebstrika galloped faster. That Pokemon of Miyamoto, it's a strong-looking one.

On one of the intersections, we nearly collided with Ms. Domino. The three of us were appalled.

"Domino?!"

"Oh, Miyamoto. You look afraid of something. I just went to the bathroom. I couldn't hold my liquids anymore."

"Of course I am! Y-you were there! In the doors of the battlefield, injured and wounded."

"No I'm not. I took the other exit. Are you alright? And what's with Zebstrika?"

"Wait a minute, if she's here and the other is wounded then that could've mean... The one running away is innocent!" I hunched.

"Ah!" a masculine scream was heard, must've been from the getaway.

"If he's innocent then why's he running?" asked Zeal.

"What on Earth is going on?" Domino chimed in.

"Hmm, let's see. Maybe Team Plasma isn't here for our database. It could be that, the reason why the fake Domino was injured was because our agent, the one's who's running, was the one who stabbed her. After being stabbed, he runs away to report the news to someone, but then came us in which she lied." I hypothesized.

"Well, what a clever bastard." Miyamoto and Zeal hurtled back to the battlefield, seeing the two grunts whom she commanded a few seconds ago, all weak and feeble on the ground.

"What happened to the two of you? Where is she?"

"Madam Boss's room." said one softly.

***

"What else could they be after for?" asked Domino to me.

"I don't know, Ms. Domino. Usually, if it's not the database, then it's more likely an assassination but of who?"

"But she's injured, she won't be able to stand."

"Well, that's what we thought. Perhaps the wound wasn't deep but she exaggerated things for pity."

"We must tell this to Madam Boss immediately."

"The thing is, it's possible whoever this imposter may be, she's after Madam Boss."

"And that's why let's go!" She pulled my hand. In that same moment, I saw Charlotte coming across with her bubble tea.

"Huh?" she shrugged and continued on walking.

***

The imposter entered the office, looking so calm. Her wound was covered with her thick leather jacket so it was quite obvious to Madam Boss that who she was about to talk to was no other than Domino, her secretary.

"Domino? Haven't I dismissed you early?" wondered Madam Boss with a bit of suspicion.

"Of course, I just forgot something." said the imposter.

Domino and I dashed in but I didn't stop there. I took the bread knife on one of the serving carts and stabbed her from there. It was the only way I could guarantee that she won't be coming back for revenge.

"Madam Boss, are you alright?" Miyamoto and Zeal came after us. They were stunned to see a dead body on the floor and Madam Boss's face completely petrified. Domino searched for the pockets and found nothing but Morphine.

"I see, so that's how she was about to kill her. Poison." I whispered to myself.

"Is this your twin sister?" asked Madam Boss.

"No madam, she's an imposter, I believe."

"An imposter? Trying to kill me?"

"From Team Plasma, she has her badge on her left pocket." said Miyamoto, scanning the body.

"Why take that corpse out of my sight. You there, Agent Luna, you owe my reverence for saving my life."

I blushed. "Th-thanks, Madam Boss."

"You stabbed her, without hesitation. The true nature of a Rocket. As for you, Miyamoto and Domino, I demand a full on retaliation against this wickedness."

"W-we'll think of a plan as soon as possible," said Miyamoto.

I was relieved that attempt ended up as a relieve. We could all return to how things were, and continue on with our battle. With that being said, I should try battling with Volcarona.