Photo Shoot Pt 1

Eterna forest was normally a peaceful forest,  populated with numerous Pokemon and the occasional passing trainers. But today not far from the entrance to Eterna City, a group of people and there Pokemon were lugging camera equipment and cables around congregating. A few tables were set for coffee and other delicious looking snacks. Most Pokemon had fled the area, afraid or disturbed by the numerous humans. A few stayed and hid in the bushes and trees, either curious as to what the humans and there Pokemon were doing, or perhaps waiting for the right chance to steal some of the food. And even though it was a bright sunny day, the dense foliage of the forest blocked out a lot of sunlight from reaching the ground so studio lights also adorned the numerous camera equipment. Sitting in a lounge chair, sunglasses propped on and a bored expression on her face as she petted a sleeping Banette was a certain renowned model.

“5 minutes Ms. Phantomhive.” said one of the numerous assistants roaming about.

“Thank you, I’ll be ready shortly.” said Chris as she watched the man walk off with a clip board underneath his arm. Chris normally loved modeling and was ecstatic to be doing a nature shoot today. But delays had been met when she found out not only was she going to be shooting this with another person, the said person was late! It was very unprofessional and it was bothering her as she could not go out and enjoy the forest with her Pokemon cause she couldn't afford to get dirty before the shoot so she was forced to just wait around as the model agency’s numerous crew members worked hard preparing.

“Where the hell is this guy mistress!?” proclaimed a voice from behind her. She didn't even need to look to know it was her Infernape Kimichi, even more impatient then her as he leaned above the chair as he stared at her awaiting an answer.

“I’m sure he’ll be here soon.” said Chris as she petted her Banette who snuggled in her lap.

“So who are you taking the pictures with?” asked her Banette Almia.

“I actually don’t know, let me see, HEY YOU!?” screamed Chris at another passing crewman. He froze as he had been lugging around a trunk full of other equipment and approached Chris expecting he had done something wrong.

“Y-yes Miss Phantomhive?” asked the crewman timidly.

“Do you know who I’ll be doing today’s shoot with today?” asked Chris politely. The crewman breathed a sigh of relief (Earning a slight snigger from Kimichi) before answering.

“Yes I believe he’s a singer or rapper, perhaps some kinda pop star . . . What was his name again . . . Young Steph is his name I think. Or was it Steph-Lova . . Something like that.” said the Crewman. At this Almia sprang up from Chris’s lap.

“Steph-Lova and the Jungle Beats crew is coming here! To us . . . . Oh . . My . .  ARCEUS!!!!” cried Almia as she sprang up and began to float around joyously above Chris. Kimichi eyed her confused.

“Who” asked Kimichi. Almia immediately took Kimichi’s cheeks and held him eye to eye.

“We are talking about THE Steph-Lova and the Jungle Beats Crew! They are like major famous singers and dancer sand rappers . . .  And of course . . . . Treeeeeeyyyyy the most dreamiest Infernape in the whole world . . . .” said Almia dreamily. She began to float around the air as if in a dream space, holding herself as she imagined meeting her favorite singer. Kimichi however was not impressed.

“Who cares about some pretty boy pop singer. I could probably kick his ass around the place anyway. Probably spends more time looking at himself in the mirror then training like real Infernape do!” said Kimichi.

“Oh no Kimichi-sama, not Trey. He’s special . . . He’s different . . . He’s . . . sooo dreamy . .” said Almia.

“Okay you 2 calm down. You haven’t even met any of these guys yet.” said Chris.

It then suddenly occurred to her that she had recognized a few of the names Almia mentioned. But for the life of her she couldn't remember where she had hear it. She took off her glasses as she stared into the mirror. She knew for the shoot she would need her contacts for this particular cover photo. She preferred her glasses more actually. But knew for this picture it wouldn't match well with her outfit. She had on an black crop top with an elegant trim lace that went down to her belly. 2 attachable sleeves that blended well with the top. Her usual black Choker with the Relic Badge attached shined and sparkled as usual as she polished it regularly. Her black mini skirt went just over here knees but her black Doc Martin designer boots took up some of the space between her legs and skirt. She swayed in her seat in deep thought as 2 of her Pokemon continued on conversing about- . . . Wait a minute, that was it!

“I almost forgot, you all need to go in makeup!” said Chris.

“ Oh goodie!” proclaimed Almia. Kimichi however groaned in annoyance.

“I hate it when those humans poke and prod me like I’m some kind of little girl’s doll!” said Kimichi!

“ Be nice Kimichi, it’s not often I have the lot of you in a magazine cover and exclusive! Matter of fact, I better call out the others!” said Chris. She pulled four Pokeballs off of her belt and activated each of them as they grew in size from that of a gum ball to that of an apple before throwing them in the air, releasing the rest of her current team.

“ Hey mistress” crooned her Lopunny Lola in her native growls.

“  Do you have need of me Mistress?” said her Dusknoir Dusky politely.

“ Oh Mistress I missed you” exclaimed her Gliscor Hunter before he landed on her lap and hugged her tight. Chris giggled at her sensitive Flying/Poison type before petting him.

“ Oh Kimichi!!!! There you are, have you ditched that boring old Ember girl and come to your senses and decided to be my mate!?” exclaimed Belarus the Ninetails as she attempted to glomp Kimichi. However he held her at arms length as she struggled to glomp him as he eyed her in extreme annoyance!

“Not on your life!” said Kimichi grudgingly! Chris smiled warmly at her 6 darling Pokemon. For some reason she never could understand she could understand all Firs and Ghost type Pokemon but not anyone else. So as she listened to everyone converse, Lola and Hunter only kept exclaiming their regular Pokemon cries.

“Alright everyone, we have to get ready for the photo shoot so it’s time for makeup!” said Chris.

“ Oh I just looovveee makeup!” said Lola.

“If you say so Mistress, I just hope I don’t look weird or that no one makes fun of me.” said Hunter.

“If that is what you wish Mistress.” said Dusky

“ Oh make up, now I can look even fresher and better for you Kimichi.” said Belarus slightly before ceasing attempts to snuggle with him much to Kimichi’s relief.

“In your dreams!” said Kimichi.

“Alright alright, makeup please, makeup for my Pokemon.” said Chris.” Almost immediately, a group of make up artists and hair stylists appeared and sat approached the 6 Pokemon. 2 female approached Kimichi and Hunter and began to comb and brush Kimichi’s hair and wipe down Hunter’s skin as they both also applied light traces of blush and powder.

“ Don’t get carried away or there will be a serious problem . . .” said Kimichi. Although the Stylist couldn't understand him and just continued on her merry way. Hunter on the other hand just grinned gleefully as he enjoyed the slight pampering, his eye closed and his tongue hanging out gleefully.

Almia and Dusky being Ghost types were a bit more difficult to deal makeup with. But Chris had long since found a way to handle the 2. Their ghostly forms still needed to be straightened out as if they were wrinkled clothes and makeup could still be applied to certain area’s to bring out their more ghostly essence. Belarus and Lola on the other hand, both in regular mortal forms and feminine in nature were both in their elements.

“Make sure she gets the right nail polish, it needs to match my ribbons.” said Lola.

“And make sure any blush matches my collar with the red ribbon.” said Belarus.

“Don’t worry girls. They’ll take good care of you as they always do.” said Chris. Her own personal make up artists was brushing her hair as she spoke. As Chris got her hair done, she soon noticed a 4 door Cadillac Escalade pull up followed by small Lincoln Navigator. The luxurious cars pulled up to her photo shoot not subtlety as the ground crackled underneath the tires as they pulled to a stop. The Cadillac opened first as 3 men and a woman got out and began to unload the trunk of the car with boxes full of she could only wonder what.

“Looks like our big star has arrived.” said Chris.

“Bout time.” said Kimichi. Out of the Navigator stepped 2 men. One was a short man with sunglasses and a beret who was talking fast on his cell phone. The second one who came out stood out among-st everyone. He was tall, dark, and handsome. His pure white T-Shirt shone brightly against dark purple leather jacket he wore. His black pair of Beats by Dr Dre headphones with a bright red wire were also instantly noticeable. His dark blue jeans also stood and bright red expensive designer sneakers also stood out. He had the biggest and nicest eyes and Chris soon realized she’d recognized him from music video’s she’d seen. Right behind him, a lovely Luxray also got out of the car and stood next to him. He soon spotted her and immediately approached her. All of her Pokemon eyed him cautiously as he approached and spoke to .

“Sorry I’m late, apparently SOMEONE forgot the crew supplies and the lenses for the camera.” said the young man,

“I’m sorry I’m sorry, I already told you.” said the man who stopped his phone conversation to apologize for the second. The young man approached her and held out his hand in greeting.

“I’m Stephon, big fan of your work. It’s not everyday I get to work with a super model now does it.” said Stephon as he held out his hand. Chris smiled as she accepted his hand.

“And it’s not everyday I get to work with an A-lister singer like yourself. Chris is my name, nice to meet you.” said Chris as she shook his hand.