* 28th September 2016 - Kalos route 7, day care center - Charmander * All of a sudden, I realized I was alive. I came out of my egg and opened my eyes. Two Charizard were standing in front of me. I instantly identified them as my parents. - Hi, son. - said the male Charizard. - Welcome to the world. - said the female one. No idea about how, but I could perfectly understand what their growls meant and I knew what their genders were. And what's even more unbelievable, I had lots of information in my memories despite having just been born. - Hi there, dad, mom. I love you. - was my answer. - We love you too. - told me my mom. - Charmander, as your father, it's my duty to teach you 2 or 3 moves. - explained my dad. - I know no moves, so you must train me, right? - I asked. - Yes, that's right. The bad news is you'll have to use them on us, since you can't leave the day care. - he answered. - It's alright, just teach me how to battle! - I finished. And so, we began my training. * 29th September 2016 * I woke up, thinking about how my training had been a complete disaster. Then I noticed my parents' faces of concern. - What's wrong? - I asked them. - Am I failing as a father? You're our first son, after all. - wondered dad. - There's not much time, I'm afraid. - feared mom. - Is our trainer going to pick us up? - I worried. - Yes, the day care staff must have already told Augustine. - said mom. - A Pokémon professor is our trainer, Charmander. - clarified dad. It was in that moment when I understood we were in big trouble. I was a starter Pokémon who knew no moves, and everyone would blame my parents. All the 3 of us could be easily abandoned by this professor. I spent the rest of the day silently thinking about wether humans could be trusted or not, but I came to no conclusion as I had never had contact with one. * 1st October 2016 * - Wake up, my friend. - said a man. - Who are you? - I tried to ask him while realizing he wouldn't understand me. - You must be wondering who I am. I'm Augustine Sycamore, a Pokémon professor. - he guessed. - Are you sick? Let me check you out. - he said noticing I was shivering more and more. I wasn't sick, I was so afraid of what could happen to us. He took out a Pokédex. - Oh, no moves? This Pokédex isn't working properly. - he thought aloud while taking out a second Pokédex. - What, no moves? What's this?? - he repeated while in shock. The greatest of fears invaded me, and then I heard something. - Yes, I'll take him and only him with me. The parents can stay here for now. - said Sycamore to somebody else. The human looked at me with a thoughtful face and then took me with him. I was kind of relieved for my parents, but still worried for myself. - Oh my, I forgot to bring a Poké ball. Never mind, I'll catch you when we reach the labotatory. - he told me. * Lumiose city - Pokémon laboratory * We eventually arrived to the laboratory. He tried to catch me with a Poké ball, soon understanding that I didn't want to be inside one. The professor left me alone in a room for starter Pokémon. * 2nd October 2016 * Missing my parents a lot, I began crying. Augustine heard me and tried to calm me down. Then I noticed he'd never abandon me. My concern changed: would any trainer pick me, or would I die in that laboratory? * 27th October 2016 * It's been nearly a month, and I'm still here. I'm starting to think that I'll never be chosen because I can't fight. * 28th October 2016 - Vaniville town - Adrián's house - Adrián * Today's my 21th birthday! As the Pokémon laws had changed just before my 10th birthday, I've never been able to have a Pokémon. Currently, in order to own one you must be at least 21 years old. I walked down the stairs. - Happy birthday, Adrián! - my mom exclaimed. - Thank you, mom! - I said to her. - You know I can't afford any gift, I'm sorry. - she reminded me. - Yeah, since dad went missing it's not the same. - I told her. - Have you forgotten what day is today, my dear? - my mom asked me. - No, how could I?! I'm leaving right now. - I answered to her. - Wait, what decision have you made? - she wondered. - It's secret, you'll get to know later! - I said, very excited. Right after saying this, I hurried to Lumiose city. * Lumiose city - Pokémon laboratory * When I arrived, a familiar person approached me. It was professor Sycamore! - Hello, mr. Sycamore. I'm here to pick my first Pokémon. - I told him, very nervous. - Hey, which one will you choose? Will it be Chespin, Fennekin or Froakie?? - he proceeded to ask. - It'll certainly be Chespin. - I confirmed, confident. - Oh, oh… I fear I gave the last Chespin to the previous trainer. - he said, sadly. - Well, I won't choose Fennekin and definitely not Froakie, so you'd better have a Pikachu. - I told him, angry. - Unfortunately I don't have any Pikachu either, but there's something you might like. - he said, not very convinced of his own words. - What is it? - I asked him. - It's a Charmander, but… - he was saying before I interrupted him. A Charmander? Oh my God!!! Charmander's my favorite Pokémon, ever. It seems like all my bad luck had a reason! I'm the happiest person on Earth!!! But… - Yes, yes, yes!!! Charmander, then! But there's something else I need to ask you. - I interrupted him. - This is a very especial Pokémon. He can't use any moves. Are you sure? - he continued, worried. - Like I care! All I need is an everstone. - I explained to him. - I don't have that here. You must go to the day care center on route 7. - he advised me. - Perfect! Take me to my Pokémon!!! - I demanded. - Sure. Follow me. - he finished. * Charmander * I was half asleep and very sad. It was then when I heard something… - It's this way. - said Augustine's voice. The professor!! Could it be…??? - This room. - his voice told someone else. The door opened. Augustine Sycamore and an unknown human entered. Could it be my new trainer? As I wondered this, I was crying in happiness. He ran to my position. - Charmander!!! - he said, hugging me tightly. He was crying of happiness too. This was the best day of my life. But wait… Will he know about my little big problem?? - I'm so happiest. - I said to myself. He cried even more as I said this, even though humans can't understand what Pokémon say. He must just be excited to hear my voice for the first time. - Charmander, we're heading to route 7, to the day care center, okay? - he told me. He thanked Sycamore and we did as he said. * Kalos route 7, day care center * As we arrived, I noticed how my parents were gone. I didn't have any more tears, so I didn't cry. My trainer asked for a stone and then spoke to me. - Char, we're going back to my home. In there, we'll have a very good rest. - he assured me. And so we left. * Vaniville city - Adrián's house * We made it to his home. I must admit it was a beautiful and peaceful place. I love peace. Soon, a conversation started. - I'm home! - said my trainer. - Welcome back!! So that was your secret, huh? - said a woman, pointing at me. - Truth is I was going to go for Chespin, but I had an even better choice. - my trainer clarified. - I'm really happy for you!! I've some errands to do, so I won't be back until late. - the woman told my trainer, hurrying outside. - Let's go to my room upstairs! - my trainer ordered me. We went upstairs and comfortably lied on his bed. Then I tried to say something. - Hi there! What's your name? - I asked him. - Adrián. - he answered. - Is that your name? - I asked, shocked. - Yes, that's my name. - he confirmed me. - Wait a second, am I dreaming? - I doubted. - No, you aren't dreaming. It's my little secret. I can understand what Pokémon say. - he explained. - But how? - I wondered. - I don't know how, it's like telepathy. I just can. - he told me. I couldn't be any happier already. Feeling this was the perfect moment for something truly important, I spoke again. - Adrián, I'm gay. - I admitted. - Me too. - he said. - Adrián, I love you… - I stuttered. - Me too!!! - he admitted in excitement. Then we cuddled, hugged, kissed and made love all night and dawn. * 29th October 2016 * I rapidly woke Adrián up. - Put your clothes on!! - I exclaimed. - ZZZzzz… - he snored. We stayed up all night. He finally put his clothes on. - That was the best birthday ever. - he said, still half asleep. - Birthday??? Was it your birthday??? - I asked in surprise. - Yes, it was. And that woman was my mother. I'm going to greet her. - he told me. We went downstairs only to find out she wasn't home yet. - What??? - he wondered. - It's okay, she'll be back. Just like my parents. I'm sure I'll meet them again, someday… - I said. - Oh, I almost forgot!! Here, take this. - he said, handing me the stone. - What is it for? - I asked, curious. - This is the sign of our boyfriendship. Never lose it. - he ordered me. - Aye, aye! Understood! - I said, jokingly. My fears of abandonment are all gone now. It's wonderful to have a human boyfriend. THE END ???