*Originally posted by "The Swift Gale"
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"Ah! what a beautiful day!" You state out loud while raising your hands up in a quick stretch. Days like this were truly hard to come by nowadays. The sun graced the blue plains above as only a small amount of clouds were adorned besides it's magnificence. A light breeze casually blows past you on occasion as the sounds of Fletchling's chirping melodically sounded off nearly all about. "Wouldn't you say so Brande?" you ask while turning your head to the side to gaze upon your pokemon companion.
While you certainly we're enjoying this fine weathered day, your Charizard ally unfortunately didn't share the same enthusiasm as you. "I-I guess..." She stutters in a meek soft voice as her head repeatedly turns about to gaze upon her surroundings. Just by the look on her eyes and the lowered position of her neck, it was obvious to tell she was nervous about this peaceful walk.
Your smile from earlier soon begins to fade seeing just how terrified your dragon pokemon appeared to be. With all rights however, after what she went through as a Charmander there was no wonder why she was so timid and anxious of being out. A couple years ago when walking about in a nearby forest, you managed to come across a lone Charmander being attacked by a group of fierce spearows. She was clearly outnumbered and curled up in a ball shaking like crazy as they unleashed their attacks upon her. Glimpsing at the unfair fight, you immediately grabbed the nearest stick before charging up against the gang of flying pokemon. After a bit of scratches and pecks, you soon managed to stand victorious as they immediately fled from the area. Despite the spearow's fleeing, the Charmander still remained balled up shaking and quivering uncontrollably. While it did take some time to calm her down completely, it seemed that right then and there you two were entwined in a partnership.
"It's alright Brande." You state in an assuring tone as you approach her and gently pat her shoulders. While her anxious and wary attitude as a Charmander did manage to soften up a bit, a huge portion of it remained even in her final evolution. "There's hardly any wild pokemon down this route. Heck! the only thing here wild are those fletchling's up there." You say while pointing your finger up at one of the small pokemon perched upon a high branch.
"B-But...what if someone wants to battle?" She retorts, fearing having to go against another pokemon in combat. Despite being in some skirmishes in the past, Brande absolutely loathed the idea of fighting, mainly due to her 'Scaredy' like manner.
"Well, if that happens I'll simply say no." You reply back with a small shrug. "I'm sure it wouldn't matter so much to them. Besides, this route is commonly used by starting trainers. I doubt they'd want to battle against a fully evolved Charmander."
"I...I suppose so." Brande slowly nods her head in agreement, though her tense attitude persisted.
A small sigh escapes as you gaze up at her face. "Come on. We'll take the short route to head back home okay?" "R-right." she responds giving a quick sigh of her own. After taking a quick scenic route down a tree filled path, you both manage to make your way back to the familiar area that was your home. "Ah. here we are." you state in a proud manner. "Home sweet home. Huh Brande?" you ask as only silence seemed to answer your question. "Hmmm?" Confused, you turn your head back to notice Brande gazing down at the grassy ground with her hands clasped together. "Brande?...is something wrong?"
A disappointed expression takes up her face as her eyes appeared to be on the verge of tears. "Brande. What's wrong?" you repeat the question while approaching the orange dragon. "I'm sorry Master..." She stammers in a weak voice. "If...If only I wasn't so scared of other pokemon...we wouldn't have such short walks." She explains, clearly having guilt over the sudden change of course.
"Hey hey hey!" you stammer taken aback by her words. "It's alright." you reassure her while reaching up to pat her head.
"But it's not." she retorts giving a sniffle. "It's been years now...and I'm still just as scared as I was a Charmander." She states using one of her claw like hands to wipe her eyes. "I'm...I'm not even sure I can conquer this fear." she adds with a small hiccup.
"Well...then, we'll just have to keep on trying." you respond as she gazes at you in surprise and confusion. "Everyone has their own fears Brande, including myself. But I honestly think you could brave your way through that fearfulness of yours." You state with a smile. "I mean you're strong. Stronger than me that's for sure." you add, knowing full well how she has the strength to embrace you in a bear hug with complete ease. "Besides, I'll be there to help you out as well, so no need to fret alright?" You add with a smile to boot.
One small sniffle emerges from Brande as she nods her head in response. With a good wipe of her claw, she smiles down at you with gratitude replacing the fear. "Thank you Master." she states before gently embracing you in a light hug. "No prob Brande." you reply back giving her back an assuring set of pats. "Now, Let's get inside okay?" you suggest while turning your head towards the doorway of your home.
While you were expecting to be let free by now, Brande oddly kept you close in the embrace. "Huh?" you mumble gazing up at her utterly confused. "Something else in your mind Brande? or are you just in a really hugging mood?" you ask humorously as a small giggle manages to escape the Charizard's mouth.
"Ermmm...Master?" "Yes?" you reply back. "Ummm...I...I was wondering if I could thank you for all you've done for me." she asks in a bashful tone. "Wha?" you stammer taken aback by her words once more. "errmm,, really Brande, you don't have to repay me." you explain with a somewhat awkward chuckle. "b-but..." she stammers. "but I want to...after everything you've done for me." she quickly adds. "But-" "Please Master?" Brande asks, as her eyes gave an almost puppy dog like appearance down on you.
Your heart nearly popped from the adorable sight as you couldn't help but give a quick sigh. "Alright Brande." you answer, only to receive another quick embrace, this time with the strength equivalent of a bear hug.
"Thank you Master!" she purrs while holding you tight.
"N-Now...what is it?" you stammer while wiggling about in her rather tight grip.
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