บท 42: Chapter 32
Caleb had his fair share of exhilarating moments, like reincarnating to the world he used to watch every single day as a kid. Even before that, he used to be a very curious kid on the side of doing weeds and drinking as an underage.
However, those times couldn't compare to the moment he received his precious starter pokemon, which he personally felt that as the years they spent with each other's presence passed which they grew closer, having shared moments of laughter, loud arguments and a few certain situations that had made them depressed but still have each other's back to comfort the other's side therefore making them grew closer, it made their bond connect more tightly.
Along with Magby, Caleb clearly felt that he and his partner are assured that whenever or wherever they are, in any given circumstance, that at least they have each other's side they have faith and confident on their friendship and compassion.
It was this reliance to one another that made their bond stronger.
Hence, when Caleb held the flower which contained the opportunity for his partner that could help his growth for their future prospects, he couldn't help himself but feel exceedingly happy. For himself, but mostly for his pokemon.
Caleb took a look at the flower, before giving the 'Everstone' to Magby.
Who took it in curiousity, seeing that it was only just a peeble he lost interest but still obediently clutched it on his clawed left-hand when he was informed by Caleb about it's uses.
After this, Caleb gently cupped the flower with his hands, leaving the box on the table.
The moment he picked the flower, Magby's eyes turned into a radiant glow. The fire-type was looking at the 'delicious' looking flower in Caleb's hands with unconcealed passionate anticipation.
"Alright, alright." The duck's reaction made Caleb laugh. He felt confident about the flower. So without further ado, he lowered his hand as he crouched and fed the flower to Magby.
The fire-type chomped on the top of the flower and slurped the stem.
As soon as it finished, Magby chirped happily.
Caleb and his parents waited to see what kind of reaction Magby would have.
After a few seconds, the look in Magby's eyes began to laze around, with dropping eyelids. He constantly was yawning.
Before he got into slumber, he found himself a comfortable position on the couch, after that he lay down comfortably on his spot and slept.
Caleb looked at his pokemon, only to see no more reaction coming from him. He raised an eyebrow then turned to look at his parents.
Clint laughed as he saw through his son. "What did you expect, boy? For fireworks and for the house to explode in fire dramatically?"
"Is that too much? I mean heating the room for a few dozen fahrenheit higher is much more pleasing to behold than him snoring. And here I was waiting for some amazing stuff to happen."
Hearing this, Caleb scratched his head awkwardly. He really was expecting for something like those things to happen. Witnessing nothing particular of those sort unfolding as Magby ate the flower, he couldn't lie but he really was expecting some substantial show to occur.
"Heh, boys and their barbaric imagination." Noraima couldn't help but say. She then left the room leaving the two male and sleeping pokemon on the living room. "You continue on your conversation while I'll make Magby a wrist band for his Everstone."
Caleb's eyes lit up, as he expressed his appreciation. "Thanks mom! It'll be great if it would be heat resistant and sturdy."
"I'll take note of that, dear." Noraima replied as she stepped on the staircase to get her stuff on a room to prepare. "I'll be making it tomorrow since it's late at night already. Get yourself ready for bed, just leave Magby there."
Caleb nodded. He continued to gaze at Magby, seeing him still snoring made him a bit irratated. But he showed a smile as he saw the content look on his sleeping face.
"After some rest, he will wake up. It usually takes a few hours of slumber before he would eventually. So by morning he should be conveniently ready for tomorrow's training." Clint reminded. "Get yourself some rest, you should be fully prepared for tomorrow. Your grandfather's training will surely tire you out."
"I will, dad." Caleb nodded in assent.
After that, Clint also left the room and headed upstairs.
Caleb looked at the room, and then at his partner.
His loud snoring was the only noise that was around the room.
He patted Magby's warm head while he murmured in affection. "Sleep well, bud."
...
The next morning, Caleb found himself in a forest with his grandfather.
The forest was located just outside the city, a few miles it's northern perimeter. Caleb could vaguely see the city with his eyes from the cliff he stood.
They transversed here with his grandfather's car. So it only took around an hour for them to get here. But if it was by foot, Caleb estimate that it would take about two hours leisurely.
Although it was not that far in sight, accounting the terrain and trails it was easy to get lost in such a forest if one wasn't well-versed with the environment. Additionally, there were wild pokemons around, which would sometimes randomly attack trainers.
"Caleb." Cesar who was leaning on his jeepney smoked a cigar as he called out to Caleb.
Caleb turned towards his grandfather. When he heared his name was called out, he knew that the training was about to start.
Standing in front of Caleb, Cesar said calmly. "From now on until the day of your academia's selection process, you will be doing this training for the rest of the days."
Caleb listened attentively while smelling the familiar smell of his grandfather's cigar.
"In regards to the details of what you would be doing. It's about a short and small adventure." Cesar smiled at this, then continued. "On your own, of course with your lovely pokemon. You will be going through the forest and come back on yourself to the city."
Caleb furrowed his brows as he asked uncertainly. "On my own? You mean..."
Cesar suddenly laughed. "Yes, it meant exactly what the words meant. I wouldn't be going with you, if you want to become a trainer, you should be fearless and have the will to go through this small 'trip'. Trainers wonder around the world that are full of unknown dangers. Your parents and I wouldn't always be at your side to protect you. You should start being independent and have the courage if you want to become a trainer."
"I created this training myself." Cesar puffed a cloud of smoke in pride. "Although your brother wasn't trained in such ways, this would surely still benefit you. You will find out after the training is done."
"Now then, I'm outta here, see ya." With a casual salute, Cesar swiftly got on his car and left a trail of dust behind.
Caleb who was left alone was absentmindedly looking at the departing car. Seeing that his grandfather wasn't joking as the car wasn't stopping, he continued to stare blankly as the car disappeared from his sights in a blink of an eye.
"What... The fuck..."
"WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK!!"
Caleb's bewildered scream was heared for a mile. Scaring most flying-type pokemons around the vicinity to flying in fright.
Cesar who was driving, heared his scream. He shook his head crazily as he laughed with madness. He wiped a tear coming from his eyes. "Ahhh... Good times."
"Gotta say though, he should really quickly run from where he stood. Some wild pokemons in this forest surely aren't that fond of his greetings, especially those sleeping pandas and damnable bees."
Cesar was thoughtful for a second, but only for a second before he continued to drive his car as if he wasn't concerned. "Welp, not my problem..."
"If luck is on his side he may not encounter them."
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