Outskirts of Adinitium City
Silver Family Estate
Lex Silver
Silver Family Estate
Lex Silver
“Good morning Master Alex,” greeted the Silver family maid. Her pace was quick and brisk as she made her way into the giant bedroom. She placed a crisp, clean outfit on the edge of the large bed, before moving to set a plate of food down on a portable tray. “Your clothes have been set out, freshly ironed and pressed, just as you asked and your breakfast prepared, just the way you like it.” Still receiving no reply, the maid moved toward the curtains and pulled them back, allowing the bright rays of the sun to illuminate the room. However, this still was not enough to wake the male heir. The maid smiled, shaking her head slowly. “Master Alex... wake up!” she exclaimed as she pulled the covers off of the head of the young man. But, what she saw was not human; in the place of Alex Silver was a pillow with a note attached.
Alone in a booth, sat Alex Silver sipping slowly on a cup of coffee. He had been up all night and was struggling to keep his eyes open. Wide mouthed yawns left his lips frequently; he was exhausted from his trip. Traveling from his house to town was more than just a short bike ride through a forest trail. Maybe his hard time was due to the pitch black forest, the rough trail, or the storm of the century that seemed to come out of nowhere... at any rate, Silver had just arrived a half hour ago. Silver was tired, sleepy, and hungry, all he wanted to do was take a warm shower, eat a hot meal, and lay down on a soft mattress. But, he would deny himself those luxuries, for one reason: today was day he started his journey to become a Pokémon master!
This was the reason why Silver was in Adinitium City instead of the family estate. It was also why he left in the middle of the night, without telling anyone. He took nothing, but the clothes on his back and a backpack full of necessary supplies, leaving only this note behind:
If Silver was lucky, they wouldn't find the letter until later this morning. Everything in the letter was true, except the part about the Johto League. It was really all a trick to throw his family off his true trail. Silver had even paid people to plant false stories of his sightings, but that was the last time he used his parents resources. From there on out, he would only use the money he earned and the things he bought with it. His parents would never think to look for him here; many times he had spoken ill about the city and its population. But, in case they did, he would be leaving just as soon as he knew where he was going...
This is what brought Silver to the Pokémon center; it was a place of rumors and gossip. Plus, his Pokémon, Machop had to stay overnight due to their fight at the Battle Club. A handicap match between two high level Hitmons (Hitmonlee & Hitmonchan), left Macho injured. However, the little guy had won and even seemed a little stronger after the match. So after Silver reclaimed his champion Pokémon, he would see if there was anything going on.
Sighing heavily, Silver left his booth, heading for the counter. Behind it was Nurse Joy, cheerful as always. “Hi,” he said in low, emotionless voice. “I was wondering if my Machop was ready, I brought him in last night?” Looking around, Silver then leaned in closer. “I was also wondering if you may have heard any rumors or stories, which an adventurer could sink his teeth into.” Silver had no clue as to why he was whispering, but it felt right with the current topic. He pulled as he waited patiently for her to respond.
Meanwhile in Adinitium City,
at the Pokémon Center...
at the Pokémon Center...
Alone in a booth, sat Alex Silver sipping slowly on a cup of coffee. He had been up all night and was struggling to keep his eyes open. Wide mouthed yawns left his lips frequently; he was exhausted from his trip. Traveling from his house to town was more than just a short bike ride through a forest trail. Maybe his hard time was due to the pitch black forest, the rough trail, or the storm of the century that seemed to come out of nowhere... at any rate, Silver had just arrived a half hour ago. Silver was tired, sleepy, and hungry, all he wanted to do was take a warm shower, eat a hot meal, and lay down on a soft mattress. But, he would deny himself those luxuries, for one reason: today was day he started his journey to become a Pokémon master!
This was the reason why Silver was in Adinitium City instead of the family estate. It was also why he left in the middle of the night, without telling anyone. He took nothing, but the clothes on his back and a backpack full of necessary supplies, leaving only this note behind:
- To whom it may concern,
I have decided to follow my heart and become what I have always desired: a Pokémon Master. Life changing adventures, rare Pokémon, new friends; this is what I hope to gain by venturing out on my own. This is something that I would never be able to accomplish behind a desk. All my life I have done what others wished of me, be judged on the accomplishments of others, and live in the shadows of my parents. Any accomplishments or achievements on this journey will be because of my skill and merit. This is why I have taken it upon myself to leave without your blessing or help, also for fear you would try to talk me out of it or give me some cheap substitution. Do not worry, I will return once I have accomplished my quest in the Johto League.
Lex
If Silver was lucky, they wouldn't find the letter until later this morning. Everything in the letter was true, except the part about the Johto League. It was really all a trick to throw his family off his true trail. Silver had even paid people to plant false stories of his sightings, but that was the last time he used his parents resources. From there on out, he would only use the money he earned and the things he bought with it. His parents would never think to look for him here; many times he had spoken ill about the city and its population. But, in case they did, he would be leaving just as soon as he knew where he was going...
This is what brought Silver to the Pokémon center; it was a place of rumors and gossip. Plus, his Pokémon, Machop had to stay overnight due to their fight at the Battle Club. A handicap match between two high level Hitmons (Hitmonlee & Hitmonchan), left Macho injured. However, the little guy had won and even seemed a little stronger after the match. So after Silver reclaimed his champion Pokémon, he would see if there was anything going on.
Sighing heavily, Silver left his booth, heading for the counter. Behind it was Nurse Joy, cheerful as always. “Hi,” he said in low, emotionless voice. “I was wondering if my Machop was ready, I brought him in last night?” Looking around, Silver then leaned in closer. “I was also wondering if you may have heard any rumors or stories, which an adventurer could sink his teeth into.” Silver had no clue as to why he was whispering, but it felt right with the current topic. He pulled as he waited patiently for her to respond.