#so you know when I said Destino isn’t a good Pokémon

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*With the rustling intensifying, Felix turns to Destino, face filled with concern.*

Felix: Erm, pal. Are ya sure we’re safe here? I don’t wanna end up having to drag ya soul to the spirit realm, if ya know what I mean.

Destino: Felix, are you worried about me? Wow, I’m touched, I truly am. *the sarcasm is strong in this one.*

Felix: I mean, perhaps ya should be takin’ this more seriously. They appear to be settin’ up for an ambush.

Destino: Oh yeah, I can see that. Nothing we need to worry about. If she wanted me dead, she’d do the deed herself.

*and with that, one of the black and red blurs jump out in front of the duo, eyes fixed on Destino. The little Zorua begins to speak, anger in his voice.*

Rhith: You want to see the Mistress? After you left her in such an awful state?! Fat chance, your highness. I ain’t letting you get past here! You can take your ghost friend and leave! You’re not welcome here!

*Destino begins to laugh*

Destino: Haha buddy. I get it, we both hate each other. That’s kinda our thing. If I had all the time in the world, I would entertain this little game. But, as your Prime, I’m commanding you to show me to her. A simple request from your future ruler, that’s all. *They flash a smile*

Rhith: And I said fat chance. Beat it! I don’t care if you’re royalty! You have no way to force me to do what you say! You’re a pretty pathetic excuse for a future anyway.

Felix: Destino, perhaps we should find another way to solve ya problem. I mean, what are the chances she would-

*A sudden change appears in the young Prime. The sarcasm drops and their face turns cold. Destino walks up to the Zorua, looming over him.*

Destino: You know, I don’t think you heard me correctly.

*they forcefully grab the Zorua’s fur around his neck, lifting him up to almost eye-line. Rhith tries to struggle free, but everyone knows that escape from the royal family is futile.*

Destino: You do realise how easy it would be to snap you like a twig?

*Suddenly, a voice can be heard from among the trees. It echos all around. Destino drops the Zorua, recognising the alluring tones.*

???: Hahahaha~ No need to be so aggressive~ You royal types are all the same. As soon as something challenges you, you come in with threats of violence. How funny. You can come and see me. Rhith, lead the Prime towards me. And I suppose your little ghost friend can come along too.

*The Zorua rubs their neck and grumbles, motioning for Destino to follow. The Prime and his ghostly friend follows, avoiding the arm-like branches carefully. After a bit of walking, they find themselves in an opening, tree stump in the centre. On top of the tree stump sits a Zoroark who looks expectantly towards Destino.*

* “Mistress Mirage” is available for 5 questions.*

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*Felix had to think for a moment about what Reshi had said. Destino was one to take things a little too far sometimes. However, the sight of her made it difficult to even consider them a priority. Felix just wanted to look into her eyes all day. Those gorgeous, watercolour eyes. She truly was a delightful sight to look at. He had to respond. He couldn’t let a beautiful woman like this wait for him. He could feel his cheeks blushing harder.*

Felix: Sorry, ya beauty is truly distracting. Ya really are just so gorgeous. I really mean that. But… I can see where ya comin’ from. Perhaps I should have a word with ‘em. Maybe. But, I don’t really wanna be responsible for them all the time, ya know? Maybe I can get ya a drink or somethin’ ta help ya forget all about ‘em?

*From the corner of Felix’s eye, he noticed a figure emerging through the crowd, sauntering towards him. Those sunglasses and white hair instantly gave away who it was. It was odd but Felix felt incredibly protective all of a sudden. He shouldn’t feel like that around his friend but something was telling him to not let his guard down. Destino casually approached, resting their arm on Felix.*

Destino: Of course you do. And I’m saying that she isn’t good enough for you. Come on buddy. I know you. Known you for years at this point. I know what you like. And she isn’t on that list. She wouldn’t even be top 50. Just look at her. Disgusting.

*Felix’s feelings were strong for this beautiful woman. He used to not believe in love at first sight but he couldn’t deny what his heart was telling him. He loved this woman and wanted to protect her from Destino.*

Felix: Well, ya clearly don’t know me. She’s one of the most gorgeous woman I’ve ever seen and, for once, I don’t like the fact that ya ain’t being nice to someone I like. No, I’m gonna say love. Someone I love.

*That end part stung like a swarm of beedrill. Love? No, whatever had infected Felix was strong. He wasn’t usually like this. Then again, the Pokémon had never shown any signs of infatuation towards anyone else before. How was Destino supposed to know when he loved someone? They had to snap Felix out of this, somehow. Time to bring out the old Destino special.*

Destino: So, you mean to tell me that this woman who wears curtains for an outfit has captured your heart? This woman who has some of the most disgusting hair I have ever seen and shouldn’t even consider herself a legendary Pokémon because she seems rather basic to me. My friend, you have a shit taste in women. At least choose someone who has a semblance of a sense of style. Come on buddy. You’re lying to yourself.

*Felix's tolerance for Destino's verbal insults had dropped. He could feel an anger flare up inside of him. His face turned hotter, teeth clenched together and his hand curled up into a fist.*

*Destino stumbled back from the impact, sunglasses flying off their face. That was unexpected from Felix. How dare he touch their face like that?! Destino had to stop for a moment. They touched the spot where the hit had landed and pain flared up. Destino’s hand flinched away. That was going to leave a mark. Destino wanted to get angry at Felix. Show their friend that he had no right to touch the Prime of the Underdark's face. They did it with Snow. So what was holding them back from lunging at Felix?

Felix breathed heavily. The gorgeous woman wanted Destino to learn their lesson. Felix figured this would be the best way for it to happen. He'd never punched Destino before. He could see Destino tentatively touch their face. How would Destino react? Felix had to make things clear for his friend.*

Felix: I ain’t gonna have this from you. Ya constant insults. I find someone I like and, as my friend, ya don’t show any support for me? I don't need ya approval about who I can love and who I can't. I don't care about ya shitty opinions. Why do ya even care so much in the first place?

*That was a very good question. Why did Destino care so much? They supposed it was because they just wanted the best for their friend. But something deeper told them that it was more than that. But they still couldn't pinpoint what that was. It seemed Felix wasn't going to back down from his defensive nature. Looking away, Destino felt frustrated. They felt uncharacteristically sad. Sad. Why were they sad? Destino didn’t understand. They were so confused as to how they were supposed to be feeling. They weren't going to respond with their usual demonstration of proving they were the Prime and should be listen to.*

*Destino picked up the sunglasses that had fallen to the ground, placed them back on and brushed themselves off. Destino began to slowly walk away, hand holding their cheek. The pain of their cheek stung, but not as much as what Felix had said. They had to get away. Destino walked towards the outside area. Perhaps the cool night air could cool off these emotions.

No anger? No dominance displays? Not even a slight mention of being the Prime? That was different. Felix watched as his friend quietly walked away from the situation. He hoped what he had done did not draw to much attention to the both of them. He sighed.*

Felix: I'm sorry ya had ta see that. Things got a little heated there. I just couldn't let Destino insult ya like that. I'm hopin' they're off thinking about what I'd said. I'm sorry ya had ta get caught up in all of this. Please, let me get ya a drink or somethin’.

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*Felix felt awful, seeing Reshi leave like that. What had he done? He just wanted to protect her from his friend’s insults, but instead caused her to become overwhelmed with the situation. The crowd of Pokémon that had gathered certainly didn’t help. Felix wanted to chase after her, to make her feel better. Do something. But, Felix didn’t know if it was a good idea. He thought back to what she had said to him.

‘Whatever you’re feeling for me needs to stop. You just injured your best friend, and while yes they did deserve it, this love isn’t real.’

Those last words hung in Felix’s head. This love wasn’t real. What did she mean by that? He knew it was. He just knew it. They were real. Or…were they? There was something deep inside telling him that his feeling were misguided. That they were meant for someone else. Felix was confused. So very confused. However, he felt something approach from behind. A presence so strong, he was afraid to even look.

*Felix was sweating harder. That was the creator of this world right behind him. Abbadon. And he had done something this god did not like. Fuck. This was Destino’s thing, upsetting a god. How on earth did Destino keep their cool when a god was in front of them? The lack of belief in any gods probably helped. But still, it was difficult for Felix to not cower in fear. Shakily, he turned around, seeing the looming presence dominating the space. And the way the gods all carried themselves. Felix noticed it when he was looking at everyone. There was a certain level of authority and power that they all carried in their stances that no mere mortal could replicate. Felix tried to steady his nerves.*

Felix: Y-yes, ya grace. I-I’m sorry for what I have done. I truly am. T-there was no excuse for my behaviour just then. Even if it was for a beautiful woman.

*With the overwhelming fear he was facing, he felt something change inside of him. Like something had disappeared. He no longer felt as strongly towards that woman. In fact, there wasn’t a single ounce of love for her. She was beautiful, sure. But, these feelings were more leaning towards another direction. And that direction was the one he had punched.

Felix had punched Destino. He still couldn't believe he'd done something so stupid. He'd gotten angry at Destino before about thing. The time Destino had broken his trophy he had won when they were both kids. The time Destino had embarrassed him in front of a new friend during his teenage years. But, it never went to physical action. Felix had been physical toward other Pokémon when they'd done something to hurt one of his friends. Heck, during the Mirage relationship, he could see that relationship was toxic from a mile away. When she eventually poisoned Destino, he took action then. Felix was lucky he got to Destino quick enough to save them.

Whatever lovesick curse afflicted Felix had disappeared. But the guilt of punching his best friend had not. He’d have to apologise to Destino for what he had done. Felix wondered what Destino was doing. He wasn’t going to bother them at the moment. He knew Destino liked to be alone when they were feeling certain emotions. Perhaps Felix needed to move to a quieter spot, away from everyone.*

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