//------------------------------// // Chapter 17: Rescue Solgaleo! // Story: Pokemon Cosmos // by FandomPlays1234 //------------------------------// Deep within the shady house, multiple Team Cosmo Grunts sit around waiting for something to happen. Unfortunately for them boredom continues to strike them. "Ugh so bored," said a Grunt playing with his Pokeball. "No kidding," said another fiddling with a piece of stick she found nearby. "We don't get paid enough for this," said a third petting his Purloin. Nearby a large white lion with multiple red pieces of metal sticking out of it's mane snorted as it growled at the three grunts guarding it. "Geez even as Solgaleo he's annoying," said Grunt A. "No kidding," said Grunt B. "We don't get paid enough for this," added Grunt C. "Ok why the hell are you repeating yourselves?" asked Grunt A. "Well what response did you expect?" asked Grunt B. "Something original," answered Grunt A. "Wasn't that original?" asked Grunt C. "I meant don't repeat yourselves," groaned Grunt A face palming himself. Suddenly the door slowly opened as a another Grunt walked in, "How's he doing?" asked the grunt. "Annoying as ever," answered Grunt C. "No surprise there," said the grunt. "And where exactly did YOU run off to Krater?" asked Grunt B. "Just getting orders from Admin Comet," answered Krater. "Ooh you mean the cute girl," said Grunt A. "Shut up you dimwit," hissed Grunt C. "But it's true," groaned Grunt A. "She really is cute," "Who's cute," asked a female's voice. Krater quickly moved out of the way as a teenage girl who looked to be about 19 or 20 walked in. She was wearing a dark blue hoodie like Nova's with black khaki shorts and black shoes. She had a Team Cosmos badge pinned to her chest and her dark blue hair was tied back into a ponytail. However unlike Nova she had pure white skin and electric blue eyes. She wore no makeup which was something that ALL male Team Cosmo Grunts adored. "Oh miss Comet you look just as lovely today," said Grunt A fidgeting with his fingers. Comet giggled, "Oh thank you sweetie," "You're so kind," Comet added as she blew a kiss towards him. The Grunt let his arms drop and although his face was covered by the hood it was obvious he had hearts in his eyes. "Enough snap out of it Grunt we have a job to do," spat Krater. "Oh Krater don't be like that," said Comet. "He's just giving me a compliment," she said turning and giving a wink to the Grunt. "Oh please," scoffed Krater. "The boss gave us an important job and expects us to do it without failure," "I know that sweet Krater," said Comet jumping onto Krater's back. "Get off me and don't call me sweet," hissed Krater. "Even if you ARE admin I expect you do this job properly for the sake of the boss," Comet hesitated but did it anyway, "Geez don't be such a grump Krater," Comet said. "At least Io was more of a sweetie," Krater stomped his foot in anger, "DON'T MENTION THAT TRAITOR'S NAME IN FRONT OF ME!!!" he yelled pointing his finger at Comet. Comet raised both of her hands up, "Ok, ok Mr. Grumpy pants it was a joke," Krater face palmed himself, "Comet don't you have some grunts to look after?" asked Krater. "Just leave Solgaleo to us," Comet put her hands on her hips, "Well fine," She turned towards Grunt A and C and winked before heading out the door, "See you around cuties," "Bye miss Comet," said both Grunts waving at her. "Ugh stupid Team Cosmo Grunts," groaned Krater. As Gladion, Starlight, Nanu, Kahili, and Tapu Bulu approached Shady House, it seems as more and more Team Cosmo Grunts continued to stare at the group. Throughout the duration of the time Gladion, Kahili, Nanu, and even Tapu Bulu had to battle their way past Grunts. "Well here we are," said Nanu. "Is this a mansion?" asked Starlight. "It's called Shady House," answered Nanu. "It used to be the stronghold for Team Skull before they got disbanded," "Team what?" asked Starlight. "Nothing," answered Nanu walking up to the doors. Starlight looked confused as she, Gladion, Kahili, and Tapu Bulu followed Nanu in. Upon entering they noticed that the place was swarming with Team Cosmo Grunts left and right. "Gladion take the pony and go," said Nanu. "The legendary should be somewhere on the second floor," "Wait what about you?" asked Starlight. "Tapu Bulu, Kahili, and I will deal with these grunts," answered Nanu. "Right now the legendary is important," "Starlight come on," said Gladion walking up the stairs. Starlight looked back with a worried look but both Kahili and Tapu Bulu nodded. Feeling reassured Starlight followed Gladion up. "You ready?" asked Nanu. Kahili and Tapu Bulu nodded. "Then let's go," said Nanu taking out his Pokeball. As Gladion and Starlight walked around on the second floor they had to battle through couple Team Cosmo Grunts but Gladion seemed to take them down like it was no problem. Meanwhile Starlight used her magic to heal up his Pokemon after every battle. The two eventually came across a single grunt standing in front of a open window. "Halt intruders," he said putting up his hand. "Listen we don't have time," said Gladion. "We're trying to get to the legendary Pokemon," "Ho if you want to save Solgaleo then you'll have to give me the three passwords," said the Grunt. "Like I said we don't have time," said Gladion. "No wait Gladion I got this," said Starlight. "Ho it looks like the pony wants a shot," said the Grunt. "Very well then what's Nebula's favorite Pokemon type?" asked the grunt. "Is it Flying, Psychic, or Dark?" "Dark," Starlight answered. "What two Pokemon does Nebula like to use?" "Is it Ariados and Golisopod, Tyranitar and Hydreigon, or Lilligant and Milotic?" asked the Grunt. "Tyranitar and Hydreigon," answered Starlight. "What's the name of the two Cosmo Admins?" "Nebula and Io, Krater and Io, or Nova and Comet?" asked the grunt. This one was a little tricky. First things first Nebula was wrong cause he was the BOSS and Io had betrayed Team Cosmos. She didn't know anyone named Krater or Comet but Nova he was an Admin. Starlight took a deep breath before answering. "Nova and Comet," "So your answers are Dark, Tyranitar and Hydreigon, and Nova and Comet," said the grunt. "Are you sure?" he asked. "Positive," answered Starlight. The grunt's smile vanished and changed into a look of defeat, "Damn I knew those were too obvious," "How did you do that?" asked Gladion. "Let's just say I've been paying attention in class," said Starlight winking. "Alright go on," said the grunt moving out of the way. "Go out through here and take a left go through the broken window on the other side and go forward," "Thanks," said Starlight walking out followed by Gladion. As Starlight and Gladion made their way they eventually came across a door. Taking a deep breath Starlight turned towards Gladion and asked, "Are you ready?" Gladion nodded. "Then let's go," "Stop right there!" a female's voice called out. The two turned to find Comet standing there with her hands in her pocket. "Who are you?" asked Starlight. "I'm Comet," answered Comet. "The Team Cosmo Admin," "So your Comet," growled Gladion. "Yes," she replied. "Oh and aren't you the cutest thing," said Comet winking. "Don't try me," growled Gladion. He turned towards Starlight. "Go I'll handle this," Starlight nodded as she opened the door and stepped inside. "Alright Comet let's see how well your team can take on mine," said Gladion drawing his Pokeballs. "Oh you won't survive," said Comet drawing her own. Starlight stared in amazement as she layed her eyes upon the giant cage holding the legendary. Solgaleo noticed as she walked up to the cage. "So your Solgaleo," said Starlight. She looked around the room seeing nobody else was there. She turned towards Solgaleo and whispered, "I'm gonna get you out," She held up the lock with her hoof before somebody grabbed it. She looked over to see Krater standing there. "And what do you think your doing?" he asked. "Let me go," grunted Starlight trying to pull away from his grip. "Who do you think you are?" "The names Krater and I'm not gonna let you save Solgaleo," he said tightening his grip on her hoof. "Solgaleo help!" Starlight called out. Solgaleo began smashing it's bodies against the cage causing Krater to flinch. "What the hell!?" he screamed. Starlight quickly took the opportunity to hit him on the back of the head knocking him out. Running over to the cage she used her magic to break the lock and open the door letting Solgaleo out. "Are you ok?" she asked. Solgaleo nodded. "Ok then let's get out of here. Suddenly Solgaleo opened it's mouth and gently picked up Starlight tossing her onto it's back. "Wait are you gonna?" Solgaleo looked back and nodded. Smiling Starlight pointed a hoof forward and ordered, "Alright then let's get outta here!" Solgaleo let out a roar and ran right through the door. As Gladion returned his Crobat back into its Pokeball Solgaleo busted out from the room behind him catching both him and Comet off by surprise. "Gladion up here!" Starlight called out. Gladion quickly grabbed Starlight's hoof as she hoisted him up. Solgaleo let out another roar before jumping off from the second floor. Below them Nanu had just defeated a Grunt when Solgaleo dropped down behind them. "Well, well looks like you still made it," said Nanu. He turned towards Kahili and asked, "Wanna tag along?" Kahili shook her head, "I have to get back to the league," Nanu shrugged, "Figures," he quickly grabbed Gladion's hand as he hoisted him up. "Be careful on your way back," Solgaleo let out one final roar before busting out the door. Kahili lets out a sigh before turning towards Tapu Bulu, Come on let's get outta here,"