Chapter 1: Divergence
Disclaimer: I don't own Pokémon.
This story starts in the episode, Gotta Catch Ya Later, where Ash is chasing after Gary. This story will divert from what Gary tells Ash and it will have a major impact on Ash. This is what I think the Hoenn saga could've been like if Ash aged, and matured.
Introduction – Chapter 1 – Divergence
"Hey Gary! Gary! Wait up!" Ash shouted impatiently as the young trainer from Pallet Town ran up a steep hill to where his rival – former – rival, he should say, waited for him. His most loyal companion, Pikachu, trailed not too far behind him.
"What's up, Ash?" Gar