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Wooloo fields - Hop x reader

This one-shot is also on my Wattpad account @ tales_of_darkness_

Cinderace ended the battle with a straight shot of pyro ball to Hop's Gigantamaxed corviknight. Hope had his back towards me. I couldn't see his face. I didn't want to.

I never should have gone after the champion position. I knew Hop wanted it. It was one of the only things he ever talked about. I only went on this journey to spend more time with Hop and then he roped me in with his star-struck champion talk. The champion life didn't even sound that great. Leon barely had time for family and friends and was quite frankly...daft. But maybe that last part wasn't a direct cause of him being the champion. Or maybe it was.

Hop was just like Leon. The way he got into battle, (attempting) throwing the ball, and even the way he smiled. They looked the same too. He was a spitting image of Leon. That is probably one reason I like him. He's got Leon's charm without actually being Leon.

I could see him punch the air to his side in frustration. He turned around to face me with soft eyes. My heart was pounding in my ears. The crowds roaring faintly behind it.

"Ugh! Gutted! You always did best me...", he said slowly. Everything seemed to move outside of time. The way Hop's eyes fluttered and the way he reached his hand up to shake mine. It was all too real. I stared at his hand, paralyzed by just crushing his dream. He didn't seem phased though, maybe it was just me? His golden eyes met mine as I looked up to him. I could feel the frown on my face. He gave me his charming smile with his eyes closed and I reached up to shake his hand. I may have held it a little too long. He squeezed my hand and let go of it. We both walked off of the pitch in silence, the furrow in my brow growing deeper.

Why did this feel so bad? I should be grateful for getting this far. But I just felt guilty. There was no reason to be...I worked hard for this. Hop was fidgeting with the Dynamax bracelet on his right arm. "That was a great battle mate! Next time I'll beat you. I swear as your rival...", a big smile spread across his face but he kept fiddling with his bracelet. He quickly looked back down at it and started shuffling his feet.

"I'm so sorry Hop...", I began. He looked up at me with a shocked expression. "Don't be sorry Y/n! You deserve this. You beat me fair and square.", his smile faltered a little bit but he tried to pull the corners of his lips up. His red started to slit and I knew what was coming. He turned around quickly.

I didn't want him to cry. I don't like seeing him hurt but it was also nice he could be vulnerable around me. We would never hold back from each other, that's what made us such good friends and rivals.

A shaky breath escaped his lips but he didn't cry loudly. You wouldn't even know unless you were me. I stepped closer to him and wrapped my arms around his torso. He tightly weaves his fingers through mine while they were resting in his stomach. He was holding onto them like it was the last thing he had. I leaned my head on his back and tried to send comfort telepathically. He shook a little bit but eventually stopped his silent crying.

"I'm sorry I'm being such a wuss. I know I'll have chances to beat you or Lee in the future. It's not like this is my last shot and...I'm really happy for you Y/n. I really really am. I'm just also sad I didn't make it.", he turned to face me, still letting me hug him and wiped away some stray tears from his face. A big smile spread across it again. "But you're amazing Y/n! If anyone's going to beat my brother it's going to be you!", he bent down slightly and tightly hugged me, pulling me up into the air. I squeaked, I wasn't expecting that.

I smiled. I think he'll be okay, friends support each other even in the hardest of times and never let envy get in the way. We stood smiling at each other for a moment. I am so close to his face. Only in my wildest dreams would I lean in- "Finally made the moves there Hop?", a deeper voice cut through our moment. Hope practically jumps 10 feet away from me and I put my hands behind my back quickly.

"Lee?! What are you doing back here?!", Hop huffed st his brother. "I'm here to congratulate Y/n on the amazing win! I was practically on the edge of my seat the whole time! It was fantastic!", Leon went on and on about his favorite parts of the battle but I wasn't listening. I was staring at Hop. The cute expressions he made when talking to certain people were one thing I had picked up on all of these years. He rolled his eyes a few times at Leon and often did, even though he loved him. I was thankful he always had such positive expressions around me. I could never think of a time Hop was anything but...perfect. And Leon asked Hop if he finally what?! Does that mean Hop...like me too? I could feel the blood rushing to my face. I have to calm down and stop reading into this before someone noticed.

"Y/n?", Leon waved his hand in front of my face. I quickly snapped it down in self-defense. Leon put his hands up in surrender. "Oops.", I rubbed the back of my neck awkwardly. "Just a reaction?", I tried to defend myself. Don't interrupt my personal thoughts, Leon! "Right...well, I'll see you back on the pitch soon Y/n! Don't wait up!", he pranced out of the room, cape swishing behind him.

Hop turned and looked at me, his face was dusted with pink. He cleared his throat and looked st his shoes.

"Listen, mate, there's something I wanna tell you but I gotta wait until after your battle. You shouldn't have any distractions ya know? Will you come to see me?", he smiled at me. I beamed and nodded my head excitedly. He first bumped the air and ran over to where his normal clothes were hanging. He started to strip out of the league uniform.

"Ah! Hop! What are you doing?!", I shielded my eyes. I wish I didn't though, I definitely want to see all of that-

"Oops! Sorry, mate. I'm just so excited to see your battle.", he quickly covered his chest with his shirt and walked over to me, my handsome still covering my eyes. I could feel his warmth near me. He grabbed my shoulders from behind and guided me over to the door.

"Go on and heal your team and I'll be out soon. I'll be cheering for ya! Probably...my mom might yell at me if I don't publicly cheer for Lee...but in my mind, it will definitely be for you.", and with that, he shoved me out of the locker room and into the lobby.

~~~

He battle with Leon was scary. I had trained hard before coming to face him because I had no idea what to expect with his team. He delivered on tricky moves and frustrating blows, but I slivered harder. And I prevailed. I could hear Hop screaming for me from the seats and even once glanced over to see his grandma smacking the back of his head. He rubbed it while shooting me a thumbs up. He helped get rid of all the jitters I had coming to see Leon. My Pokémon helped too, they're the sweetest.

Leon had a completely different reaction from Hop after loosing. He didn't seem upset at all actually. I think Leon was done with being the champion and wanted someone new to step up. He has other things he wanted to do for his life and there were so many things he could do to still accomplish his goal of wanting to make Galar stronger. And he could finally get rid of his branded cape.

He enthusiastically shook my hand as the crowd cheered ferociously behind us. "Thanks for an amazing battle, Y/n! I'm sure you'll set s new path for Galar. Oh man what's my new slogan gonna be...", he seemed to lock into some sort of daze wondering what he was going to say now. That'll keep him up at night if Raihan already doesn't.

We walked off the pitch together and I changed out of my uniform into my other clothes. I was going straight to the boutique after this and buying something hot. Watch out Hop, I'm coming for you today.

I tried to slip out of the arena unnoticed by people but a few got in my path. Thankfully it was all warm greetings and congratulations but I was really only looking for one person. Hop. I wanted to know where we were going so I could plan my sexy outfit accordingly.

I was almost at the front door when a warm hand grabbed my arm. I looked over to see the one and only Hop. He gave me his award-winning smile and pulled me out the doors.

"Thank goodness. I felt like I could barely breathe in there.", we made our way down the steps of Wyndon Stadium. He laughed.

"It is pretty stuffy in there, but it will be out here soon too once people start leaving.", he pulled me over to a Corviknight taxi and opened the door for me to get inside.

"After you, your majesty.", he bowed with his hand still on the door handle. I giggled.

"Where are we going, Hop? I kind of need to go shopping.", I shrugged.

"Shopping?! Why do you need to go shopping?", he wondered innocently. "Is it to get a new champion look? Please don't wear a cape like Leon Y/n...", he groaned. I laughed. "You can do that later right?!", he looked at me with pleading eyes. I sighed.

"Actually I wanted to get a new outfit for our hang out. Something a little nicer?", I gestured down at the same old same old. He laughed and swatted the air in front of him.

"Why do you need to do that Y/n? You always look great!", he beamed at me. I rigidly said thank you and popped into the Corviknight taxi with a growing blush on my face. He was just too sweet sometimes.

~~~

The way to the mystery destination was filled with Hop singing as loudly as he could to the latest Pokévision videos and me doubled over in my seat laughing. The poor taxi driver just wants to do his service to the world...he never asked for this. And that was the best part. I never got tired of Hop's enthusiastic personality and I never will. I joined him in singing and we finally made it to the location.

We both hopped out and Hop paid the driver. What a gentleman. "I hope you gave him a tip for all that singing...", I trailed off.

"Pfft, no way! That was PART of the payment. A ride and a show. What more could you ever ask for?", he said excitedly. Oh gosh, he was serious. I couldn't help but laugh at his silliness. You couldn't even tell his dreams had just been slightly crushed. He seemed as happy as can be. He then turned away with...a blush? Maybe that's just wishful thinking. Or maybe not.

I shuffled a little closer to Hop and rested my hand on his shoulder. He let out a little peep and faced me. Our faces are inches apart, a smirk growing on my face with nervousness growing on his.

"What are we doing out here's for hmm?", I hummed, still locking eyes with him. He tried to form a smile but it just ended up being a really awkward teeth show. I decided to lean back and let the poor boy function. He cleared his throat and went back to his normal facade.

"Well, this is the Wooloo fields and I brought you here because...", his throat seemed to tighten. I smiled at him reassuringly. He breathed in a breath of confidence and smacked the side of his head like he did when he was about to battle. Also like Leon did, thanks for ruining this perfect moment with your Leon obsession Hop-

He breathed in again and gave me a soft smile. He took my hands in his. "You know how Wooloo was my first Pokémon? Wooloo was the first friend I ever had and then you came along. Wooloo means so much to me and...so do you. That's why I took you out here. So I could have the two things I love the most in the same place...", he continued smiling at me. I probably had a very strange expression on my face. All of the confidence drained from his face and squeezed my hands tightly. "And it's totally okay if you don't feel the same way Y/n. I mean I'm okay with us just being friends too but I really like you and- ah gosh why would you want to be with someone like me anyway?", he turned away from me a little bit and started facepalming.

I didn't know what to do first. I wanted to grab him and tell him I felt the exact same way but I also wanted to squeeze the living daylights out of him too. I wrapped my arms around his shoulders and he stiffened, and then relaxed. He gazed into my eyes and a sense of calm washed over us. I was smiling so hard that my face started to hurt.

"Hop, I love you too.", I buried my face into his neck and he ran his hands down my back.

"You're spectacular Y/n..." he mumbled into my ear.

"Says you.", I pulled my hand back and rested my forehead against his. The smile on his face was almost bigger than mine. We couldn't help but stay like this, holding each other and just enjoying each other's presence. His eyes are beautiful. They showed even brighter gold in the sun.

~~~

As the sun set, Hop planted a soft kiss on my cheek and grabbed my hand. "Let's go back to my house and celebrate, yeah? I'll even show you my barbecuing skills...", he tried to flex with one arm, one of his eyes closing while he tried to muster strength. I squeezed his hand and laughed at him.

"Hop, we all know I'm going to be the one to cook in this relationship.", I shook my head Arnold him with a smile. He couldn't cook to save his life. It always burned or turned out bitter. He never knew what berries went with each other when we went camping. Never.

"Yeah, you're right. But I'm inspired to be a better cook for you. Maybe you can...teach me?"., he asked curiously.

"Absolutely, I can't be with someone who doesn't know flavor.", I smiled at him. He laughed. I planted one long-lasting kiss on the corner of his mouth. I could tell he wanted more, but for now, this will have to do. Desire is more fun to build up, after all. I put my head in the crook of his neck. His head rested on mine as we walk hand in hand, back to his place.

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Curry fight - Bede x reader

This work is also published on my wattled account @ tales_of_darkness_

I rested my chin in his fluffy light hair. A soft grumble came from his throat. I slid my hands down his chest and hugged him tightly to me.

"Just because we're dating doesn't mean you get to touch my hair.", he mumbled, stirring the curry he was slowly making.

"Um, I'm pretty sure it does.", I kissed his head and moved my chin down to his shoulder. I planted a slow, long kiss on his cheek.

"Wow, you are thirsty Y/n.", he said with a smirk on his face, his eyes never leaving the curry.

"No actually, I'm hungry. Why are you taking so long to cook?!", I exclaimed throwing my hands up into the air. I walked over and pet his Rapidash.

"I like to take my time with things, as you know. I don't like to heat it up too fast, it may burn or curdle the milk...", he said looking concerned at the big black pot set out before him. "And what happens if I stir it too fast?! The best parts will go splashing everywhere!", he tightened his grip on the spoon.

"Bede, cooking is supposed to be fun and carefree. So what if you don't get it perfect the first time? It'll give you something to look forward to for next time. And plus, it will give it an experimental flavor.", I nudged his shoulder trying to give him a confidence boost.

"There are two types of people in this world Y/n... and we are not the same one.", he mumbled. I gasped at him.

"Was that a dig, Bede?", I asked him.

"Make of it what you wish. I never said you were the worse of the two...", he trailed off. Oh, he definitely meant I was the worse of the two.

"Who says there has to be a worse of the two?! I think they both complement each other.", I sat down on the opposite side of the pot, trying to get him to look at me. He slightly glanced up at me but then focused back in on the curry. He was stirring the curry even slower now. I frowned at him. "You stir like a Slaking", I retorted, crossing my arms and turning away with a pout.

"A what?", Bede asked. He looked at me like I was making up words. I squinted at him and purses my lips.

"For someone so smart, you are so dumb, Bede.", I shook my head with a small smirk on my face.

"I am not dumb!", he yelled with fire in his voice. He was stirring the pot s little faster now. Good, very good, Bede.

"I don't make the rules...", I shrugged. I could see the passion of an oncoming debate burning in his eyes.

"I am not dumb...you're dumb!", he huffed and scowled down at his curry. He didn't even notice he was going quicker.

"We've already used that insult, Bede. You're going to have to come up with another.", I rested my head on my hand and raised an eyebrow at him. No matter what he said to me I knew he didn't mean it and he would apologize for it later. I always knew he was joking though, just like he knew I was...right? I hope he knows, it's part of my charm!

"You're...you're...", he sputtered and eventually gave up, mumbling incomprehensible words to himself. He was stirring the pot aggressively and way faster than even I would dare go. Did I go too far past the line? Nah, we've done worse than this.

I stood up and walked over to his side again and rested my head on his hair as I had earlier. He grumbled even louder this time and I giggled. I stood up again and just started walking around the pot in circles with my hands behind my back.

"Every minute that goes by I feel another prod at my hangry personality.", I state blankly. I loved getting on his last nerves almost as much as I liked him. It was just too fun.

I had my back turned to him when I felt a wet smack on the back of my jacket. I let out a small gasp. I wiped my back off with my hand and turned around to face an angry-stricken Bede.

"My name is Y/n L/n. You have killed my father, prepare to die.", I slit my eyes at him. He broke out into a grin and attempted to launch another piece of curry my way. I dodged it and ran over to him trying to force the spoon out of his hand.

He caught valiantly but I eventually got it out of his hands and got a big plop on the spoon. I held it over his head.

"You wouldn't.", he glared at me, but he was still smiling. I stood with a smirk on my face for a minute.

"You're right, I wouldn't.", I instead plopped the glob into his lap and he shrieked. He stood up and attempted to brush the goop off of his "designer" coat. His eyes glanced up to mine. He walked over to me slowly and planted a long-lasting kiss on my lips. I could feel him smiling into the kiss. I was so distracted by it I didn't even notice him taking the spoon out of my hands. When I did- I gasped and tried to lunge for it but he quickly got out of my reach (giggling to himself on the way) and dug the spoon into the mushy curry he had made. He held the spoon up to my mouth and I tried it.

It was bad. It was really bad.

I tried to fake a smile at him but he saw right through it. He broke out laughing and I soon did the same. We were both clutching our sides from laughing so hard and he set the spoon down.

"Yeah, it doesn't look right...maybe we could try it your way? The 'carefree' way.", he smiled at me.

"Let's try that.", I grabbed his hand and sat down with him in front of the curry bowl.

~~~

I was determined to save this curry but there was no going back from what he had done. I had no idea what I was doing anymore and we eventually decided to scrap all of it. It apparently wasn't that bad to Pokémon because the wild Pokémon in Ballonlea scarfed it down.

I guided Bede through the steps of fun cooking and he seemed to really enjoy it. We had fun making it together and it was delicious. It felt so good to place respectable curry in my mouth. Bede definitely likes it better than he was letting on though, I could see it in his eyes. Even though he claimed it was "suitable" at best.

We packed in for the night, helping each other out of our curry stained clothes. We snuggled closer in the tent.

"I had fun today.", I whispered to him. I could feel him smiling behind me.

"Me too...kind of...if was okay...", he slowly went to his normal stoic self. I giggled.

"Goodnight, Bede. I love you.", I said confidently.

"I love you too...", he mumbled into the back of my neck.

Ha, knew it.