With the Indigo League all finished with, the gang was now back in Pallet Town. Delia and Prof. Oak had arranged a big garden party in Prof. Oak's backyard for Ashlyn, celebrating her victory.
Ashlyn, Volkner, Flint, Misty, and Brock all had their Pokémon out to enjoy the party. Prof. Oak and the rest of the gang were shocked to see that Ashlyn had Mew with her and she had named her Keiko. Delia simply adored Keiko because of how cute she was. Ashlyn told them the story how Keiko got onto her team which was when she and Volkner were outside the Pokemon center after the storm calmed down. Let's just say that they were shocked that Keiko had found Ashlyn and wanted her to be her trainer.
Ashlyn stood beside Professor Oak, "I want to thank you all for cheering me on the Indigo Plateau! Also I want to thanks to all my Pokémon for helping me get into the Indigo League and for fighting by my side. Without you all to help me, we wouldn't have won it! Thank very much to everyone!" She spoke and gave a bow at the end.
The Pokémon roared, cried, screeched and howled out, in happiness that they are glad to help.
Everyone cheered at Ashlyn's speech and replied, 'No problem and you're welcome! You've earned it! Congratulations!'
It was for the party to continue and the gang were now having some food.
"By the way, Ashlyn, what did you get for prizes besides the trophy?" Brock asked.
"Oh, well I got a million Pokédollars-" Ashlyn started.
"FOR REAL?!" The gang, besides Ashlyn, exclaimed.
Ashlyn nodded, "Yeah. I also got some more evolution stones and a few more Mega Stones. More sets of different Pokéballs."
"So Ashlyn, what are you going to do now?" Flint asked.
"Hmm," Ashlyn said, "Well I have been thinking about what to do next. And I've decided to head over to the Orange Islands." She showed them a brochure of the Orange Islands.
"The Orange Islands huh." Brock read the brochure, "You have to travel to different islands and there are four islands that have Gym Leaders known as the Orange Crew." He read the information given.
Ashlyn nodded, "Yeah, but it's different. The Gym Battles in the Orange Islands differ from those on the mainland because the Orange Crew don't require challenges to actually fight." She explained.
"It sounds like an interesting league to compete in." Volkner commented.
"If you're going to the Orange Islands Ashlyn, I would like you to do me a favor." Prof. Oak questioned.
Ashlyn nodded, "Sure Prof. Oak. What is it?" She asked.
"Its a package from Professor Ivy." Prof. Oak replied.
"I don't mind at all. What Island is she living on?" Ashlyn asked.
"Professor Ivy lives on Valencia Island." Professor Oak replied.
"Okay." Ashlyn put it in her phone. "Check." Then she turned to the others, "You guys want to come with me?"
"Of course," Misty nodded, "I still want to travel more. Maybe I'll find some water Pokémon while I'm there."
"So do I." Brock said.
"Me too." Volkner added.
Flint sighed, "I can't. I'm still a substitute gym leader for Volkner. But I promise that I'll be there when you compete in the finals." He promised.
Ashlyn smiled, "Thanks, Flint."
"Raichu Rai! (A new adventure!)" Tesla cheered.
"Togephriiii! (New adventure!)" Togepi smiled.
"How do we get to the Orange Islands, Ashlyn?" Misty asked Ashlyn.
"We can get to the Orange Islands by a blimp. There's one at the airport, in Viridian City, that will take us there this afternoon." Ashlyn replied.
"Great, we'll pick up supplies for the journey before we go." Brock said.
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Later that day, Ashlyn and the gang were all ready to leave for the Orange Islands.
"You take care of yourselves," Delia said, "and good luck in the Orange Islands."
"Okay." Ashlyn said.
Ashlyn wore a new outfit that was made by her mom. It was a light blue short sleeved hoodie with a half a Pokéball design at the bottom and a black long sleeve t-shirt underneath. She had a new pair of jean shorts. She also wore black leggings and tall black combat boots with light blue shoe laces and on her hands she wore black fingerless gloves with a light blue border. Her new backpack was a dark blue color with a light blue Pokéball design on it.
"Don't worry, Volkner. I'll take good care of the gym while you're gone." Flint assured Volkner.
"Thanks, Flint." Volkner thanked him.
The gang bid farewell to Delia, Prof Oak, and Flint and headed off on their next adventure.
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At Viridian City, the gang picked up food and medicine from a convenience store, and then they boarded the blimp that would take them to the Orange Islands.
"Orange Islands, here we come!" Ashlyn cheered.
The Journey to the Orange Islands had now begun.
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Pokémon on hand: Raichu (Tesla)(F), Lucario (M), Espeon (F), Shiny Charizard (Natsu)(M), Gengar (M), Persian (F), Steenee (F), Trumbeak (M), Pikachu (Levina)(F), Vaporeon (F), Leafon (F), Glaceon (F), Dusk Lycanroc (Romulus)(M), Kangaskhan (F)