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You had finished the pokemon league and defeated the champion this past week. With your partner Typhlosion by your side and the rest of your team, you tore through it. Something that worried you was that you had not seen your rival Silver in a while. He fought you on Victory Road and put up a good fight. He took half your team down but when you defeated him, you could see the anger and hurt behind his eyes. You actually began to fall for him as soon as you met him and now you care about him a lot.
You really didn't know that Silver began to change for you. Lance told him after his battle to treat his pokemon better, if not for him, for you. That's why he wanted you to visit him in Dragon's Den. To prove it. But did you have to come on his birthday? A reminder of being born evil. A reminder how he isn't enough. A reminder of his mistakes.
It seems as if a storm seemed to follow. It was pouring down and you were lucky you added Tropius to the team so he could protect you from the rain. You walked into the Dragon’s Den to find Silver and noticed he wasn’t around. You wondered where the red firecracker of a rival ran off to. It’s a Tuesday so he is usually here. Even if it was his birthday, he would be here. You continued to walk around the Dragon’s Den area and saw Lance standing there.
“Lance? Have you seen Silver?” You asked.
“I just saw him running to the Lake of Rage a while ago.” Lance said.
“Shoot. It is pouring out. Thanks Lance.” You said quickly as Tropius ran after you.
“Young love.” Lance muttered and laughed.
You began to run to the Lake of Rage and were hoping he stayed in that one area. You saw his wild red hair and his partner Feraligatr sitting beside him. Silver looked drenched to the bone so he must have been out here for a long time. Your Tropius already began to move over to him to use its wings to cover. You walked over to him.
“Silver, is everything okay?” You asked as you saw him shake. “I know you don’t like to talk but please talk to me.”
“I’m fine. Go off being the perfect champion.” Silver snapped as his Feraligatr looked at you with pleading eyes to stay.
“I know you are not fine Silver. I’ve been your rival for far too long.” You said as he sighed and you watched him make himself smaller.
“Today’s my birthday.” He grumbled.
“Oh yeah I got you a gift!” You said as he sighed loudly.
“It’s not supposed to be a great day.” Silver said as you finally took a seat beside him in the wet grass.
“Why do you say that?” You asked.
“Remember what I told you about me?” Silver asked.
“You were born into Team Rocket. So?” You asked.
“It’s just a reminder how fucked up my past is. An evil past. Being a part of such a weak yet vile team.” Silver growled.
“Silver, I hope you know I never thought bad of you after that.” You said softly.
“You should.” Silver growled.
You decided to reach out to hold his hand that was on his knee. You felt him flinch at your soft touch and not make eye contact.
“Silver, when I first met you, you were arrogant and rude. Ruthless with your pokemon.” You felt him sigh. “But, you changed. It is obvious when we team up against Lance and Claire for fun. You actually are having some fun battling.”
“It is still a reminder.” Silver grumbled and coughed.
“Why don’t we go back to the room I have at the Pokemon Center and I help you have a good birthday? At least you shouldn’t get sick on this day.” You said as Silver shrugged his shoulders.
Luckily Silver did follow you back to the Pokemon Center. You two called back your pokemon and you got your room. You noticed Silver was waiting in the doorway of the room as you walked in.
“Well don’t just stand there. Come on in.” You teased as he rolled his eyes. “Do you have any spare clothes?”
“One in my bag.” Silver sighed as he opened his bag.
“Why don’t you take a shower? At least get warm from being outside in the rain?” You offered as he slowly walked into the bathroom.
While Silver began his shower, you began your work. First you ordered a birthday cake that Nurse Joy would prepare plus a warm meal. You let out your Typhlosion and his Feraligatr to also help with things. Silver had just finished his shower when Nurse Joy came in with food. When she left, Silver opened the door. It was a surprise to you to see your crush in a baggy t-shirt and sweatpants.
“You didn’t have to do this.” Silver grumbled.
“Well if you think your birthday is so terrible, I’ll make it better.” You said as Silver looked away from you.
You did not know that while Silver was in the shower, he felt such love for you. He felt honored that you were willing to make his birthday better. He had never been hopeful before but he was hoping you would stay by his side after this. Knowing you, you were dating your next door neighbor Lucas rather than him.
“Silver?” You asked.
“I guess I can enjoy it with you.” He sighed as you smiled and brought him over.
You two ate a large meal together. It was some pasta and of course a birthday cake. The pokemon got their own special meal as well. You noticed Silver was lost in thought again.
“What’s wrong Silver?” You asked.
“What’s your real reason for doing this?” He asked.
“I care about you a lot and maybe...I like you more than a friend.” You mumbled.
“Y/n, come here.” Silver said as you got up to walk with him to sit on the edge of the bed.
“Silver, you can ignore what I said.” You mumbled as he turned your head to his.
You felt his lips press against yours. It was fiery yet soft when he was kissing you. It felt like a missing puzzle piece. You tangled your hand in his while you kissed back. When you two broke the kiss, you both were panting a little.
“I have loved you for a while Y/n.” Silver confessed. “Way too long.”
“Does this mean this was your best birthday Silver?” You asked.
“One of the best birthdays I can have.” Silver said as he began to lean back. “Lay down Y/n. I’m tired.”
“Probably from being in the rain for hours.” You teased.
“How did you find me?” Silver asked as you chuckled.
“Lance was in the Dragon’s Den and I was wanting to see you for your birthday.That reminds me!” You said before laying down.
You went over to your bag and pulled out a box from your bag. Silver’s eyes widened as you handed him the box.
“Sure getting a girlfriend on your birthday helps but I did get you a gift.” You said as you handed him the box.
“You got me a razor claw?” Silver asked as he opened the box.
“Well I figured you could level up your Sneasel with this. I know you have been wanting one for a while.” You said as you got beside him in bed. “I hope that’s okay?”
“This is more than okay.” Silver sighed as he put the box beside the bed and leaned to you. “But you are much better.”
You two fell asleep in bed. Silver had his arm around you and pulled you close while you were curled into his side. Both of your partners were so happy to see you two finally together. The next battle against Lance and Claire was going to be tough for them because when you two were together, you two were a powerhouse.