'Maybe we'll get married someday too' when she said that, she thought that not even HE was dense enough not to catch the hint, and to an extent she was right, but his reaction didn't really make her feel good, Ash looked at her like she had five heads, so when he asked about it that night, she tried to play it off, saying that she meant they'd get married to other people and for a second she thought she could see disappointment in his face? No, it couldn't have been.

Gotta fight back the tears 'cause, Can't let you see my cryin'…

Misty could feel a few tears travel down her cheeks. She wiped them away "Ash wouldn't want me to cry….He told me himself; he hates seeing me cry" She told herself.

You're more than just my best friend….

Ash had wormed his way into her heart; He was different from other guys….He was always selfless, always putting other people before himself. She lost count how many times Ash would still rush in to save people he'd just met….How many times he'd rushed in to keep her.

What makes me misty most of all, in our final curtain call….

He was cute, no, handsome. Misty blushed at that thought. His black eyes were her favorite, She could stare into them forever. There had been a few times Brock had caught her watching him, with a dreamy smile on her face. More tears slipped down her face.

Is knowin' that I won't see you…..Again.

From behind her, Misty heard a familiar voice call out to her. "Misty!" She turned around and saw her favorite Pokémon trainer running up the road. Misty's eyes widened. "Ash?!" What was that idiot doing?

As Ash got closer, she could start to see the tears in his eyes. When he got close enough, he wrapped his arms around her and pulled her into his chest.

Misty turned redder than her hair; this was the first time Ash had done anything like this, she quickly responded to the hug. She hugged him back with her free arm, careful not to drop the bike and Togepi.

They were like that for what seemed like forever. Just enjoying each other's warmth, until Ash released her, much to Misty's displeasure.

"I-I'm sorry Misty, b-but I couldn't let you leave without me saying this…." Ash stuttered. Misty's heart fluttered, Could this be happening? She wanted to say something….anything but her mouth wouldn't work.

"Misty….you and I have traveled together since I began my Journey….You've always been there for me, even more than Brock was. Sure we butted heads a lot, but…..I can't help but feel something more than friendship for you Misty…I-I love you" Ash said sheepishly. "I didn't realize my feelings until recently, but I know that….I don't want you to leave…."

Ash was surprised when he felt the painful feeling of Misty's mallet on his head.

"GAAAAAA!" He yelled, grabbing the top of his head.

"You idiot!" Misty yelled.

"You could have just said you didn't feel the same way! I would have understood-"Ash was interrupted when Misty tackled him with a hug, they fell to the ground, with Misty landing on his chest.

"You have no idea how long I've wanted to hear those words from you, Ash!" She said resting her chin on his chest.

"R-really?!" Ash said grinning like a madman forgetting about the pain in his head.

"I just wished you realized your feelings earlier….that's why you're an idiot….but that's why I love you," Misty said, her heart brimming with joy. Taking advantage of their position, she pressed her lips to his.

Ash didn't respond immediately, but after coming to his senses, he began to kiss her back.

The kiss was innocent and sweet, lasting about twenty seconds until they broke apart. Misty got off of Ash's chest, and they both stood up, trying to catch their breath. It took a few minutes, but soon something occurred to Misty.

"Ash…what now?" Misty asked.

"What do you mean? I'm pretty sure were supposed to start going on dates or something…at least that's what I read..." Ash said confusion written on his face.

"Well no duh! But….I have to look after the gym remember!?"

Ash's face instantly went from confused to distraught. He looked down, his hat covering his eyes. "Oh yea….I forgot…"

"Well, we'll just have to wait…,"Misty said with a bitter smile.

Ash looked up.

"We'll have to wait for my sisters to get back from their trip-"She grabbed his hands, just like brock would grab Nurse Joys or officer Jenny's hands." But I promise that as soon as they get back, I'll come join you, no matter what region you may be in Ash!" Said Misty with determination on her face.

Ash smiled. "Well, I guess I can wait for you," He said as Misty pulled him into a hug.

"I'll miss you" she whispered into his neck.

"I'll miss you to Misty" They pulled away from the hug. Misty picked up her fallen bike and place togapi back into it. She looked back at her favorite trainer.

"Until next time Ash," Misty said happily

"Yea. I can't wait" Ash responded with a smile as he watched Misty walk off, he turned around and began he walk back to pallet town.

"Well, Ash Ketchum…I finally know how you feel about me." Misty said with a blush…