Chapter 15:First Rivalry has been born!

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"Okay Let's continue, My friend here, Ditto, is what you would call a Pokemon."Zeke, Calmly stated before moving on, seeing that both of his potential Customers are listening.

"Pokemon are magnificent creatures capable of the impossible, wether creation or destruction (A/N: Creation because of moves like Frenzy Plant that creates constructs, and destruction Well, because most of the pokemon moves are destructive, from bullet seed, to Blast Burn.) Pokemon are not like any normal Animals, they have their own thoughts and wisdom like humans, heck some can even talk wether by telepathy or just straight up utter words."

Zeke once again stopped and looked at the two Teens before once again continuing.

"Pokemon can come from any sizes, from a pea size pokemon to Gigantic one's Like some of the paintings that I've put in the lobby, if you ever saw them. There are still a lot of mysteries that surrounds these magnificent creatures and I only discovered some, and If you decide to buy one, you can help discovering more"Zeke Said before Patting the Pikachu transformed Ditto, then looked towards the two Teens who was daze the whole explanation.

One by one they both woke up, and the first person to ever mutter anything is the ever Enthusiastic Alex.

"Shop Owner! When Can I get my Pokemon?!"Alex Asked, anticipation could be heard in his voice.

while Jason Calm he may be also has his blood boiling with excitement, although he still wanted to hear more about pokemon, he decided it's much better to get one for him first. "I agree with Alex, Can I inquire where we would get the Pokemon?"

Zeke couldn't help but smile because one, He would get two Costumer and Two, Seeing both of them, he knows they would be great trainers one day, Maybe even champions, who knows?

"Come right this way"Zeke Said before leading both the Young Man towards the Big Screen to roll pokemon.

"Now, My store has a diffirent policy regarding obtaining Pokemon, Im a firm believer of fate, so we decided, 'Hey why not do it Gacha style?' Now enough of that, Who's going first?"Zeke Asked, which was met by the enthusiastic Answer of Alex.

"Me! Let me go first!"Alex said cheerfully.

Zeke replied"Okay You would go first Mr.?" "Alex Cenico"Alex replied.

"Okay Mr. Alex, You only need to press the ⟨⟨Roll⟩⟩ button and wait on what you would get!"Zeke said, excited to meet another Pokemon.

Responding with Nod's, Alex then Pressed the ⟨⟨Roll⟩⟩ Button, and the ever familiar Red and white PokeBall could be seen Shaking Once again, Before Golden Stars and sparkle's was released and it went still.

This time Zeke was ready and asked Alex to press the PokeBall once again, Alex complied then an image of a bipedal, grayish-green Pokémon with pale, straight tusks protruding from the sides of its mouth.

[Axew] Is the name written above the Model and 3★ Can be seen along with a Huge amount of Price which is [450K] W.D Under it.

Zeke who was ready to explain said "Axew! Axew has the potential to be one of the strongest dragon type Pokemon especially with 3 Stars, so You're very Lucky Mr.Alex, Although the Higher the potential, The higher it's price would be, Will you buy it nonetheless Mr.Alex?" Zeke asked Alex, seeing that he's still a minor, Though Chitoge was a minor as well, Zeke knew her background of being the Princess of the Beehive Gang so he didn't doubt that she would buy something, but Alex is completely unknown to him.

But Zeke got a complete surprise when Alex Brought out his Wallet, which has a plethora of Credit Cards and debit cards.

"Guessed I was worried for nothing" Zeke's muttered wryly, He then asked Alex to scan one of his card to the screen.

And right after Alex did what he was told, A blinding lights erupted which blinded all but Zeke as he was ready for the light.

"God, Where are the settings for this" Zeke couldn't help but complain, before his system answered.

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⟨Answer⟩

The Light cannot be turned of as, it is a perks

if a person bought a Pokemon.

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'Eh? What Perk?'Zeke asked in his head which the system answered with.

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⟨Answer⟩

The Light will boost a person's Critical Thinking and decision making during Battles, be it Pokemon or a normal battle, It would also Boost a Person's Commanding Skill.

But, Only the person who Rolled the pokemon would be affected, the rest would not get anything, and the stronger the flash of light, The Stronger the Boost a person would receive.

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'Ahh I see'Zeke said before looking towards Alex and the Normal PokeBall that appeared in the PokeBall Slot under the screen.

All that conversation happened in a second Thanks to the EX ranked boost he received when he got Ditto.

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After seeing the Red and white PokeBall, Alex couldn't help but shake in anticipation as he looked towards Zeke, asking for permission to carry it, which Zeke nodded.

Alex, Seeing Zeke's Confirmation Quickly took the PokeBall and tried to open it, only to fail because he didn't do the necessary steps.

He looked towards Zeke full of Phantom Question Marks on his face before asking."How do I open it?" on which Zeke told him to Register his fingerprint on the PokeBall's Scanner.

Alex, now back to being excited quickly scanned his index finger before, a white light got expelled from the PokeBall that transformed into the adorable Axew who after being released used his all natural Baby Doll eyes.

While Alex who was quivering with anticipation, quickly swept away Axew to the Sofa before hugging and Introducing himself to his new friend Axew.

Meanwhile, Jason, Seeing that Alex got a friggin Dragon was still as a statue, before he got called by Zeke whom Asked if he would like to try and roll which Jason replied with a nod before Getting in front of the screen and tapped The Roll Button.

And one again the familiar Shaking PokeBall is seen before it ended with Bronze Stars and Sparkle, And an insect Pokémon that resembles a green caterpillar with a yellow underside and teardrop-shaped tail appeared

In the screen. Underneath it, a single Star Could be seen along with a [10K]W.D Price underneath.

"Ahh, Caterpie a Bug type Pokemon, If you want a Pokemon that grow quickly bug type's is the Pokemon you'll want! Although it's only a 1 star, It still has a good potential compared to the normal Pokemon" Zeke explained after seeing the Lovable Caterpie.

"Ermm.. Normally I don't mind the species, but I think it's best to not have a bug Pokemon right now, since if Pokemon are really like Animals,albeit stronger, I don't think it would be comfortable with my place' snowy environment" Jason Stated calmly as, although he didn't really mind getting Caterpie as a pet it would probably freeze up.

Hearing Jason, Zeke understood that it's not ideal for Jason to get a bug type pet"Ahh, I can understand where you're coming from,Since even if Pokemon's are capable of destroying houses and more, they still need to be in their ideal environment, especially if the Pokemon is a Pre-Evolved Young One.." Zeke stopped for a moment before continuing.

"Hmm, Okay would you like to roll again? Although this time it's not free, since the free roll is a freebie for the first time costumers."Zeke explained after offering Jason to roll again which He agreed, Seeing that it only costs a measly [110]W.D, compared to buying the real thing.

And once again a Shaking PokeBall Could be seen, Only this time, Once it stopped Golden Stars and glitters are seen before Jason Tapped the PokeBall and a Pokémon with a white upper body and brown lower body that resembles a snow-covered tree could be seen, It has green eyes and three points on top of its head while Its feet and green tail are stubby, with two green spikes that resemble pinecones on its back.

Above the Model of the Pokemon is it's name[Snover], while below it, is a shining 3★ Wigh it's price at a whopping [253K]W.D

Seeing That it's another 3★ Zeke didn't even react because he is numb to it now after seeing Alex get a 3★ Axew, which by the way has one of the best Shiny Form.

But, When he was ready to explain what specie and type of Pokemon Snover is, he couldn't help but notice that Jason is Frozen stiff.

Zeke couldn't help but tap on his shoulder, which wakes him up but still looks a bit down.

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//Jason P.OV//

'Ugh, How could I forget, I'm not buying a normal Animal as a companion but a Magical Creature. I only saved up [100k]W.D which [20K] is the only Money I'm willing to spend on a Pet and it's needed necessities while the rest is for my Rent,Food, and other daily needs. And I doubt I can come back again and roll another 3★ Pokemon, It seemed common since I got it as well after Alex but I know I just got lucky, What the heck do I do..'

Remembering that I don't have enough money to buy a the magical Creature I couldn't help but feel pity and sad at the same time.

I know I could just come back another day once, I have enough money but I don't know if I could get a 3★Snover or any 3★Pokemon again as a matter of fact.

'Seeing that weird but cute look...Ugh...I know I want to choose him, but *sigh* My money is not enough'

*Tap* *Tap*

"Mr.Jason?"Hearing the shop Keeper's Tap and Voice, I woke up from my inner monologue.

"Ahh Yes, I would Love to Confirm the Purchase, But Sadly, I don't have enough Money "I Replied to his inquiry, sighing as I still can't believe I'm gonna miss this chance of getting Snover.

I then looked at the shop Keeper once again and tried to say 'Maybe next time' Although before I could Utter the word a Cheery Voice Interrupted me.

"AHH! Is that your only Problem Jason? If so, I could Lend you the Money! and you can just pay me whenever you have enough money!

and Don't Decline yet! Cuzz I'm not doing it for free! Plus! That's what friends are for right? To help each other when the other is in need of it?"Alex Voiced, with his usual Cheery Voice.

I'm not gonna lie, I can't help but feel like tearing up,still, I'm gonna Deny it, not because I don't think of him as a friend but, it's precisely because he's a friend that I don't want to take advantage of his kindness.

"I-" Although before I could even Utter it I was once again disturbed by a voice, but it's from the Shop owner this time.

"Actually! I have an idea! Why don't we do this! I can employ Mr.Jason here as a Spoke person for my store, I'm sure you know it that the store would become popular and a huge industry sooner or later right? I'm planning on Going Big sooner or later so why not hire Mr.Jason as an employee? Your Potential is certainly enough seeing your calm demeanor.

Getting a free Pokemon is one of the employee/sponsor perks along with a lifetime free Healing of Pokemon in this shop and some other things, like a monthly allowance, although the allowance won't be that big since the store is still starting."

Can't say I'm not tempted but, I still have to go to college soon to finish my education since my future is depending on it, but still, the offer is so tempting. I couldn't help but ask the Shop Keeper more about the Job details.

"Can I ask what are the obligations I need to do once you sponsor or hire me?"I asked the Shop Keeper which he responded with enthusiasm.

"Well! a sponsored person will basically become one of the faces of the store so they need to upheld the store reputation's by Doing well in Pokemon Battles and just being a good person. Other than that I need you to come here from time to time to shoot a promotion video for the Store and Participate in any of the Store's Future Events, Such as Pokemon battling Competition"

""Wait, Battles?""Me and Alex exclaimed at the same time.

"Mhm! Battles is where Pokemon and Trainers show their strength and Bond! And Unlike forced Animal Fighting, Pokemon battling is completely fine for the Pokemon! They even Enjoy it! Although not all of them would, still, Most if not all of them enjoys It!"The shop owner still enthusiastic, Explains, Before stopping for a moment, then continuing.

"Battles isn't the only thing a Pokemon could excel at mind you! Pokemon can excel in anything! Be it cooking, Construction work, and heck! Some can even Help Police and some can even help Doctors to heal people and animals/Pokemon alike! and much more!!!"The shop owner continued, and hearing the endless possibilities of the Pokemon My blood couldn't help but start boiling in excitement once again!

"Okay! enough about the explanation, Jason! Do you accept being sponsored by a shop and becoming it's employee?"

Hearing the Shop keeper's Words, I controlled my excitement to die down and looked at him with resolve and say "Yes! Please take care of me!" Then I Took my hand out for a handshake which the Shop Keeper responded.

"Alright! from now on Jason, You will be the first Trainer affiliated with Ditto's Pet Store! May you, Uphold the honor of the shop and Become someone great!" After the Shop Owner said that A shining White light appears for a second or two before dissipating, Then the Shop Keeper went towards the Counter and retrieved something below, before coming back with a folded Clothes.

I questioned what it was, and the shopkeeper replied "This is basically Your Trainer Uniform which signifies that you are affiliated with the Shop!"The clothes in question are a White Long-Sleeved Inner shirt, and an Arctic blue vest, with black a black colored Collar which continues towards the lower level of the Vest.

And For the Lower part of the outfit, Is a Cobalt Blue Jeans.

(A/N: Basically a Blue Version of the Clothes Red is wearing.)

"Umu, Don't let the thin Inner-shirt fool you! It has a Temperature Regulating system! Meaning That You wouldn't even feel a thing even if you're in Extreme environments!

and before you Ask! Why are you surprised? When I'm literally Selling Magical Creatures that you didn't know existed until now!"

Hearing All of that, I just smiled and expressed my Gratitude by saying a "Thank you" To the Shop Keeper.

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//Zeke P.O.V//

*Huff* I couldn't help but exhale a mouthful of air as I finished explaining everything that I could explain immediately to Jason.

I was really surprised when I got the quest to hire employees as soon as Jason explained his worries about money, But I ain't complaining seeing the quest rewards!

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⟨⟨Quest:Hire or Sponsor Someone!⟩⟩

Since you will inevitably get a lot of customers, Why not Hire some of them as Employees, or Sponsor some as Trainers!

Requirements:

Hired Employees: 0/5

Sponsored Trainers:1/3

Customers:4/169

Rewards:

Eon Flute(Mount) X1,Shop Upgrades, Pokemon Spawn Ticket,Ultra Ball X1, A pair of Running Shoes.

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Seeing those rewards, I couldn't help but have an imaginary drool, The Ultra Ball I know, It's basically the Best PokeBall There is that doesn't have a special effect, It's basically the Stronger Version of PokeBall and beneath is is the Great Ball.

But it's not the Ultra Ball I'm drooling at, or the Running Shoes, not even the Pokemon spawn ticket which I have an idea what it would do, nor heck even the Shop Upgrade, Since I would get it sooner or later anyways.

what I am drooling at is the Eon flute(Mount), Cuzz I'm certain that Eon Flute's Use is to summon either latios or latias to be my mount! Which by the way, are Legendary Pokemon! Just having one of them, even as a mount only is a blessing itself! I would basically get a Stealth Jet Plane!

Okay, Deep breaths! Deep breaths! *Hoooh* * Haaah*

Although I won't get it now, I now have a reason to work harder! Now let's go back to our first Sponsored trainer don't we?

I woke up from my inner monologue then looked at the giddy Alex and the Calm Jason.

I realized that only a few seconds has passed.

"Alright then, Since the registration is done, Albeit not in paper yet We can now continue with your Pokemon!"I stated, before Looking towards the Television Which now changed.

Instead of the previous Display. It instead Showed a Still PokeBall.

"Alright Now! Mr.Jason, Just Tap the PokeBall, and you'll get Snover!"I Stated loudly

Jason then Nod's and replied "Alright!" Before Tapping the PokeBall Once again!

Once again that blinding Light showed itself before Snover Appeared in all it's Glory!

Snover was Confused at first, It looked around Left and Right before focusing on Jason who's in front of it before a Big Yellow question Mark floated atop its head as it tilted it's head/body?

"Sno?"It Uttered. *Ackk!!* Cute little guy

It then raised it's hand before pointing at Jason and itself while muttering a flurry of 'Snow/Sno' while looking towards Jason who,

right now is quivering, while trying to hide his smile/smirk? which is, by the way pretty bad, as his face looked funny as heck, as he nodded whenever Snover talked.

Meanwhile looking at Alex, who was all ready to pounce at Snover, but just holding it in, respecting Snover and Jason's Introductions and conversations.

This continued on for a few minutes before I decided to Clap my hands.

*Clap* "Kuhom..Now that were all acquaintanced with the Pokemon, Do you guys want to try Battling?"

I asked them, and not surprisingly, the first one to Voice out their own thoughts is the Bundle of Enthusiasm Alex.

"YES!! Where do I sign up!?!" Alex Exclaimed, followed by Jason's Nod's of Excitement.

"Alright!! Followe me!"I loudly Declared before going To the Backside of the store Aka the Storage room.

'What? I don't really have any stuff here, it's just an empty and Large room, why not use it as an arena? It's also Indestructible so no worries' I stated. My Eyes wandered of the fabled wall for a moment before getting called by the two Excited Fellows.

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//Battle P.O.V//

Two Young Men Gaze towards another in an empty but well lit room, Both of them each on their Corner, PokeBall in one of their hands.

In the left Corner is a Youthful Looking boy, Face full of enthusiasm and Excitement as he holds the PokeBall of his new Precious Partner, While on the Right Corner is a Young Man, Tranquility could be the only word to describe his facial expressions as He held his Own new Friend as well.

Both of them, Face to face to face, Tension around the air as they got Ready for the first Battle they ever do, The Battle Which started their Rivalry After Friendship, and a Battle which signifies the start of their own Journey which would Leave behind Legends Throughout the World.

"This is a 1V1 Battle! The rules are simple, Each Trainer will bring one Pokemon to battle each other, Both of The Trainers will Compete by Giving Commands to each your Pokemon before one of the two faints! The Last Pokemon to remain standing will be announced the winner!" A much Older Looking Young Man stated, he is standing In the Middle Corner as he explains the rules of Pokemon Battles.

He then Looks towards the two Young Man carrying their PokeBall, before Looking at the Ditto on his shoulder. He then Looked back towards the "Arena" and Loudly Stated

"Ready!" Hearing that word Both the Contestants tensed their body as their Expressions turned into seriousness.

"Begin!" The Second after The Referee Uttered that word, The two Threw their PokeBall upwards before Unconsciously Declaring ""Snover!/Axew! I choose You!""

A while Light released from both PokeBall's and a split second later two Creatures are seen on the arena, Axew and Snover, Face to face Seriousness on their faces as this would be the first time they would fight with their Trainers and it was also their first real fight, for that matter.

and as with the agreement before, Alex was the first one to give his order.

*Thud**Thud**Thud*His Heartbeat beating fast, Alex knows that the second he gave His Order, The true battle will commence between his Friend. But! a mere nervousness couldn't stop his new Dream, Its to be the Very Best, Like no one Ever was!

Reaffirming himself, He Stated his first command, which sparked the start of his Legend, but that story is for another time.

"Axew! use Bite!" Alex Stated which Axew followed.

Axew Sprinted as fast as he can towards the still Snover, and at the appropriate distance, His Maw Opened up, Dark Energy Gathering Before a Black Maw, Ready to take a bit Materialized, The Maw was Closing onto Snover when a calm voice was heard.

"Snover, Avoid then Powder Snow"Jason Calmly stated. And Avoid he did,

Snover tilted it's Body, Avoiding The Closing of the Maw before Spraying over Cold Powders of snow towards Axew, who was still recovering it's Balance from Missing the Target of it's Bite.

Axew was hit by the Move and got blasted not so far away. And with Ice types being 2X effective on Axew which is a pure Dragon Type, Axew couldn't help but release a groan courtesy of pain.

Hearing the painful Cry of his friends Alex couldn't help but Say "Oh no! Axew Are you fine?!?" Before trying to go towards him, but before he could take even a step Axew looked back towards Alex with conviction in it's eyes.

seeing it's Face Alex's worries lessened a little before muttering "Alright, I'll trust you."

Hearing His trainer decided to trust him. Axew felt happiness inside, before turning back towards it's mighty foe Snover.

*Axew!* He stated before getting ready to defend from it's foe's attacks.

Meanwhile after hearing Axew's Cry of pain Jason couldn't help but feel hurt as well, seeing that he was the cause of the pain that was inflicted on Axew, But when he saw Axew and Alex's Convicted He reaffirmed his heart before remembering that the Shop Owner said that the Pokemon won't really be in danger since he also has an item that can heal them, which surprised both of them when he mentioned that it's completely machine and doesn't need help from Humans, apart from Putting the PokeBall's and picking it up afterwards.

Back to the Battle.

Seeing that Axew was ready now, Jason couldn't help but have a smile before Stating, his command for Snover's attack on Axew.

"Snover! Powder Snow!" He once again ordered Snover to use Powder Snow towards Axew.

Seeing the Powder that's coming towards is Axew couldn't help but tense up, before avoiding it after he heard Alex's Avoidance Order.

Alex:"Axew! Leer! Then Scratch!"

*Axew!* Hearing it's trainers Command Axew Leered towards Snover who flinched for a bit, which lowered it's Attack power due to nervousness, It then rant towards Snover, His claws Glowing White as he ran towards Snover.

Meanwhile Jason Seeing the state Snover in right now, loudly stated "Snover! You can do it! Axew is not Unbeatable! Use Mist!"

Hearing Jason's Command, Although Snover was a bit scared and intimidated by Axew still decided to listen to him and used Mist before Axew got near him.

A White Mist was suddenly expelled from Snover's body which Expanded and Covered the whole room, making all of them, Except Snover had a hard time seeing the Arena.

Along with the Mist Spreading in the room, the Effect of Axew's Leer got cancelled of as Mist is a Move that Makes the user Immune for status changes for a while.

And that was the opportunity Jason needed, He discretely Called out for Snover to use Leech seed on Axew's lower back. Which Snover followed, He threw a seed at Axew's back who was by the way was having a bit trouble finding Snover as he is shrouded in the Mist which is now slowly Clearing away right before Snover finished Planting the Leech Seed and Using Powder Snow afterwards, which by the way hit Axew which made Axew slid down once again towards Alex's Corner.

Seeing that Axew might faint sooner or later if he keeps being passive, Alex Commanded Axew To Run around Circles in Snover.

Jason, Seeing what Axew is doing couldn't help but have a bad feeling so he ordered Snover to continue using Snow powder but on a smaller scale to save energy which Snover followed.

Snover Used Multiple Powder Snow but it didn't hurt Axew as he evaded it by running around Snover and Snover Even got hit by Axew's Scratch once, Courtesy of Alex's Command. Snover Using Snow powder and Axew dodging it happened for a few more Seconds before Snover got tired as he is using much more energy, Which is the Opportunity that Alex was looking for.

"Now! Use Dragon Claw on the Ground Then Iron tail while you're falling!"Alex Exclaimed,

Hearing his Trainer's Command Axew knew that this was the final move that it needed to win, so he did what he was told, He used Dragon Claw in the ground which caused him to blast to the air, before Using Iron tail, Their Currently only Trump card towards ice types.

Axew's Tail Gained a Metallic Sheen on it before he Positioned it towards Snover's Head as he fell. What Axew and Alex didn't notice is the Glint on Jason and Snover's eyes that appeared right after Axew launched himself in the air because Snover got 'Tired' Yep, Turns out it was a trap.

Before Axew's Tail could Even hit Snover Jason called out"Now! Use Ice Shard and Icy wind!Then Activate the Leech Seed!" He exclaimed which Surprised Both Jason and Zeke who was acting referee with Ditto In his shoulder also getting Intrigued in what's happening in the Arena.

Axew's Iron Tail Got Met with a thick Ice Shard which Reduced the speed of Axew's fall for a little bit, but still continue of, Although the problem came right after He broke the Ice Shard as Axew was met with Powder Snow Once again, Which Made him on the brink of Fainting, But once Axew's Tail Reached Half a Centimeter before Snover's Head, The Leech seed which was planted by Snover before activated as His tail Reached its Target.

Dust, Flew around, Shrouding Both Axew and Snover..

Both Jason and Alex's Heart Thumped Loudly, as they await the results of the Clash. Finally, A few Seconds Later, The cloud Dust subsided and The figure of Snover and Axew was Seen both.

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Fainted!

Seeing The state of both their Pokemon, Zeke called out the verdict.

"Both Pokemon are fainted! So it's a Draw!!!"

Zeke Stated as he saw the conclusion of the very First Pokemon Battle that happened in this world, and all of it, was recorded in the Rottom-Phone that's Currently floating Around the Stadium.

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