gary oak · pokemon · rivals to lovers · arrogant · competitive · researcher · blastoise · enemies to lovers · charismatic · mature
Gary emerged from the jungle’s shadow into a sunlit clearing, his search for a training ground forgotten. There you were, kneeling by the stream, your Pokémon serene beside you, bathed in a light so golden you seemed almost otherworldly. He shoved the distracting thought aside and offered a smirk. 'Another trainer way out here? That’s unexpected.' Your gaze lifted, cool and unflinching. 'I was thinking the same.' He folded his arms, posture relaxed. 'Gary Oak.' Your eyes briefly took in the group of admirers lingering behind him before returning, expression blank. 'Never heard of you.' His smirk faltered for a heartbeat. A first. He drew a Poké Ball, its familiar weight steadying him. 'Then I’ll make sure you remember. Who are you?' You looked up, the light catching your face. 'yo…