17x44 - Splitting heirs!

[bunniefuu]

[narrator] Traveling through the forest en route to Coumarine City,

site of Ash's next Kalos Gym battle,

our heroes have met a Pokémon Trainer named Blake.

Right...

So your house is really close to this forest, huh?

Yeah.

I've been out on a journey for about a year,

doing some training,

and when I smelled all your delicious food,

I figured it was coming from my house.

It'll be good to get back home.

I made a lot, so dig in.

Have as much as you like.

Man, that looks delicious...

By the way, I wanted to ask you about your Pokémon...

Pikachu.

[Blake] It's a Meowstic.

Meowstic.

Pikachu!

I can't believe how pretty Meowstic's coat is!

It's beautiful!

[Pokedex] Meowstic, the Constraint Pokémon.

When faced with trouble, Meowstic will raise its ears

and create enough psychic power to demolish a ten-ton truck.

Its appearance varies, depending on gender.

Wow...

So male and female Meowstic look different.

I totally want to catch one someday!

How do you like it?

It's really delicious!

Do you think I could have some more?

Sure thing, you can have as much as you want.

Bonnie...

You need to eat those veggies, please.

But I don't like these veggies at all!

But veggies are exceptionally nutritious.

You won't grow up to become a first-rate trainer

if you don't eat them now.

Yeah?

But you know there are veggies you don't eat

'cause you don't like them.

Well, that's different...

Wait a minute.

You really don't like veggies?

Of course Clemont loves veggies, right?

Uh, that's irrelevant.

You finish everything on your plate, Bonnie.

He's only trying to take good care of you.

Yeah, but the closer they are, the more they fight.

Isn't that the old saying?

I guess so...

♪ I wanna be the very best

♪ Like no one ever was

♪ To catch them is my real test ♪

♪ To train them is my cause ♪

♪ POKEMON!

♪ Gotta catch 'em all

♪ It's you and me

♪ POKEMON!

♪ I know it's my destiny

♪ POKEMON!

♪ Yeah!

♪ You're my best friend

♪ In a world we must defend

♪ POKEMON!

♪ Gotta catch 'em all

♪ Gotta catch 'em all! ♪

♪ POKEMON!

[Ash] "Splitting Heirs!"

Pikachu.

Pikachu, Pika...

Ches.

Ches, Ches?

Pin!

Ches...

Ches...

Pin?

Meowstic?

Ches!

Meow!

Chespin!

Meowstic was a gift, from my father.

Pin, Ches, Ches...

Pin?

Hey, Chespin!

Ches?

You know you shouldn't be running off like that!

Pin!

Ches!

Hey, stop!

Chespin!

Pin!

Ches, Chespin!

Chespin!

I gotcha!

Now let's go back.

Uh-oh...

Chespin?

Do you know which way we came from?

Chespin.

Of course it's not true!

Of course it is true...

Right, Bonnie?

Bonnie?

Where'd Bonnie go?

Pi?

[Ash] Chespin's gone, too.

Dedenne!Meow?Pika!

[Clemont] It's the veggies.

She must've run off because she didn't want to eat them.

That's bad.

Getting lost in this forest

could be a really dangerous thing.

There are ponds and cliffs everywhere,

and wild Beedrill nests, too!

[Bonnie] Clemont?

Ash, where are you?

Hey, Serena?

What do we do?

Maybe this way?

Beedrill! Beedrill! Beedrill!

[man] Meowstic, protect!

Meow!

Chespin!

Beedrill!

Oh no, we're cornered!

Use Energy Ball!

Meowstic!

Bonnie!

Beedrill! Beedrill!

There you are!

You all right?

Uh...

Yeah, I guess I'm okay.

[Clemont] What about Chespin?

Chespin!

Just like my brother, having trouble fighting Pokémon...

Whoa!

The two of you are brothers?

Saving these two was my first priority.

I was going to chase the Beedrill away after that.

So you're saying my help didn't mean anything?

Huh, I'm terribly sorry for getting in your way...

That's not what I meant.

It's just that...

Pika.I get the feeling those two don't get along so well.

Pi?Even though they're brothers?

How many times do I have to tell you?

Don't go off alone!

But, the thing is...

Wait a minute.

Maybe there's an explanation for this...

It doesn't matter!

If something had happened to her...

Let's drop it.

Bonnie and Chespin are okay, and that's the thing

that really matters!

Pika!

Thank you for saving my sister.

Of course.

First things first:Ches?

I think we should treat her injuries.

Our house is close by, and we can treat you there.

Thanks very much!

How are you feeling, Bonnie?

But, Bonnie...

This is your house?

Right.

Are you sure we're not intruding?

Not at all.

Pin!

Ches!

[man] We're back!

It's my Blake.

And my Heath!

What a relief!

Thank goodness you're both all right!

We're fine, Mom...

Good to be home.

Since you've been on the road,

you've hardly ever called your mother.

I've been so worried.

I'm sorry, Mom.

But, as you can see, we're doing great!

And look here.

I see that you've brought several guests with you.

Right.

[Heath] She's injured, so I invited them all back so we can treat her.

Oh, that's terrible!

Hold on and I'll get the first aid kit.

There.

All set.

Thank you!

Dedenne, Dedenne!

Bonnie, does it hurt?

Nope!

Thank you for taking such good care of my sister.

My sons used to play all day long.

They were always outdoors having lots of adventures.

And getting scratched up!

Mom?

Come on...

That was a long time ago!

Hi there.

I'm so glad you've finally decided to come back home.

You seem to have matured a bit.

Hi there, Dad!

'Course we've grown.

Yup!

We've been training on our journey for a year now.

I'm not the same as I was.

Don't you think so, Meowstic?

Meow, Meow!

And I worked as hard as I possibly

could this whole year, too!

Meowstic!

All right.

I think the moment has come for you to take part in what has

been a family tradition for generations.

A trial.

What's that mean?Pika!

There comes a time when, our family must decide who will

inherit our house and property.

In order to do that, we conduct a sort of trial.

So, then that means...

That's my brother and me.

Correct.

I'm sure you learned a lot during your travels,

so let's see how strong you've both become.

All right!

I've been waiting for this!

No matter what the test, I'll win it!

Meow, Meow!

I have no intention of losing...Meowstic!

Now...

The heir will be chosen by a method that's been passed down

from generation to generation.

That sounds like a long time...Dedenne!

I wonder what kind of method he's talking about.

The method?

We will have a treasure hunt.

Have a treasure hunt?

Pika?

Now, I have hidden the treasure somewhere on the property.

He who will be my successor...

must find it.

Yes.

It doesn't matter what the treasure

is 'cause I'm gonna find it first!

I realize the search area is rather big.

Therefore, you will both be permitted an assistant.

Assistant?

I'd like Ash.

Will you help me out please?

Really?

I'm happy to help any way I can...

In that case, then I want to help Heath!

After all, Heath saved me.

It's the least I can do!

Will you help us too, Serena?

You want me?Yeah.

And my big brother can help Blake with Ash.

'Kay!

We'll split into two teams.

Sounds good.

Let's win, okay Heath?

Right.

And when you've finally located the treasure,

then-you will bring it back to me.

If it truly is the treasure, the test will end right then

and there.

Let's go!

I'm not about to lose!

Meow, Meowstic!

Come on!

Meowstic!

Ches? Chespin!

[Clemont] Chespin!Ches?

No, this way!

Pin?

Pin?

Ches, Ches, Ches!

Ches, Chespin!

[Ash] So, any idea where the treasure is, Blake?

Not really.

I think we should check everything that looks

suspicious.

Okay.

Chespin!

Hey Blake?

You don't get along with your brother all that well, do you?

See, I just don't want to lose to him, that's all.

Even though we used to be really close.

Our whole family used to go picnicking together on

a nearby hill when I was just a little kid.

Espurr!

One day, my dad gave us two Espurr.

And it wasn't long before they evolved into Meowstic,

which was also when my brother and I started to butt heads.

Meow, Meowstic!

Meowstic!

Psychic, go!

Meow, Meow!

Energy Ball, once more!

Meow, Meow!

No, you're doing it wrong!

If you want to make the most out of Meowstic's powers,

the first thing you need to do is...

Knock it off!

I'll battle any way that I want to!

So get off of my back and keep off!

I'm old enough to take care of myself.

And I've got to prove that to the rest of my family!

Having a brother or sister's not all that easy, is it?

Hey, Clemont?

Ches?

You're right.

I nag Bonnie sometimes.

Thing is...

I never really mean to.

You don't do that!

Don't be silly!

[Clemont] But Ash...

You got angry with Bonnie because you were worried

about her, right?

I'm sure Bonnie knows that's the real reason.

You really think so?

No doubt about it!

She knows you're only trying to take care of her.

Pikachu!Chespin!

I guess so, thanks.

[all] Who's that Pokémon?

[all] "It's Meowstic!"

Meowstic!

Wow!

This is such a pretty room!

All right, I'll go and search next door.

Leave this room to us!

Dedenne, Dedenne!

Look!

Is that it?

Uh, I didn't hear what you said.

Meow.

Hey Heath, is something the matter?

It's nothing.

You were frowning.

Your forehead got all scrunchy right here.

I've seen that before.

Clemont does it when he's thinking.

His forehead gets all smooshed and wrinkly.

You really care about your brother a lot, don't you?

Oh no, I don't!

He always nags me and gets mad.

Know what?

I wish you were my brother instead.

You know, I'm the same way, too.

Blake doesn't like me very much either.

Do you guys fight?

Yeah, we do.

I worry about him, so I'm always giving him advice,

which he doesn't like...

Listen-- I'm gonna become a better and stronger

Pokémon Trainer than you'll ever be!

It's not like I purposely want to pick a fight or anything...

Okay does that mean you're saying you're not mad at Blake?

Of course I'm not mad!

He's my precious little brother.

So what about the treasure hunt?

I don't want to fight with my brother.

But Blake won't like it if I end up losing on purpose.

I'm going to take him on fair and square.

Okay, I see...

None of these are the treasure.

[Ash] I don't get it!

We already searched the entire house.

Pika!Pin, Pin!

So, let's see...

I guess I'll have to give you a hint.

The treasure is currently not inside the house.

Then that means it's gotta be somewhere outside.

Aww...

That's why we couldn't find it!

Think about this and remember.

The treasure has something to do with the both of you.

Hey, Blake?

Does that hint remind you of anything?

The both of us...

Let me see...

[Blake] I'll never forget what we saw today!

[Heath] Me neither!

[Blake] I'll always remember even when I'm all grown up!

Of course.

It must be!

Where are we going?

The secret place my brother and I found when we were

little kids!

Some really rare flowers bloom there!

What's that?

It's a Venipede!

Pede, Pede, Pede!

Pede!

Pede, Pede, Pede!

Pede, Pede, Pede, Pede!

How beautiful!

Thank you so much!

We made Mom and Dad really happy that day.

It's gotta be those flowers!

It's Heath...

Hey there, Blake!

You remembered, too.

Yeah.

This is where I thought they would be.

You mean the flowers...

They're in bloom.

I'm surprised you remembered.

Pika.[Heath] You, too.

Those flowers are the treasure?

Knowing Dad, yes.

Hey.

Exploud!

What's that?

An Exploud!

Ploud!

It's using Hyper Voice!

Chespin, Pin!

Ex...

All right, Chespin, Pin m*ssile!

Pin!

Chespin!

Ex!

Ploud!

Pikachu, let's chase it away!

Pika!Hold on!

We'll do it!

Pika!

Meow!

Ready, Heath?

Yeah, all set.

Meowstic, use Scratch!

Meow!

Meowstic, use Scratch, too!

Meow!

Ploud!

Meow!

Scratch, once more!

Meowstic!

Exploud!

Meow!

Ex...

Protect!

Meow!

Exploud!

Blake, don't be so hasty!

Right.

I'll be careful.

Then you've got the attack.

Meowstic, use Psychic!

Use Energy Ball!

Meowstic!

Awesome!

Pika!

Yay, yay!

Wow, just like brothers!

Great coordination!

Know what I'm thinking?

Brings back memories.

Exploud!

Bonnie!

No, Clemont!No, Bonnie!

[man] Enough!

But how?Pika!

Very well done.

Thanks a lot, Exploud.

Now return.

What's going on?

I don't understand what just happened.

Does it mean that Exploud is your Pokémon, Dad?

That's right.

I instructed Exploud to wait for you two here.

Why would you do something like that?

Because I truly wanted both my sons to remember.

Back to the time you battled as a team...

Shoulder to shoulder.

So you chased away the Venipede together, did you?

The bond you two share is our family treasure.

I hope you'll always remember and cherish that.

I won't forget it, Dad!

I'll always remember it too, even after I'm all grown up!

That timing of the Energy Ball you used was perfect.

Well, I couldn't have done it without your help.

The true treasure is to be found within your hearts.

I want you both to remember this.

Oh, Dad...

I know I made you worry.

Sorry.

Sorry?

There's no need for regret, now that you're home!

It's so great that those two made up.

Pikachu...

So what about the two of you?

I know...

I'm not the most dependable brother.

But there will never be a moment when I stop caring about you!

Believe it or not, that's why I nag you from time to time...

Clemont, I'm sorry too.

I should have told you before I left.

I'll even eat every one of my veggies.

So will you always be my big brother?

I'll be your brother forever!

You're my little sister and I love you.

[laughing]

All's well that ends well, you know?

Yeah.

Dad, you're the best!

Meowstic!

Ches...

Meow!

Ches, Chespin, Ches!

Ches!

Pin...

Meowstic!

Meowstic, Meow, Meow...

Chespin?

Uh...

Those Meowstic are...

You see, they haven't seen each other since Blake

and I went our separate ways.

They've always been very close.

Meowstic, from now on you two will always be together.

Meow, Meowstic, Meow, Meow!

Meowstic, Meow!

Ches!

Come on, Chespin, cheer up!

I'll bake you some PokéPuffs.

You'll find true love someday soon...

Thanks!

Take care of yourselves on your journey.

Be sure to come back again some time.

You bet!

And thanks to both of you!

Take care of each other!

Bye bye, then!

I'm glad you're a team again!

[narrator] "The closer they are, the more they fight."

Two pairs of siblings were able to make amends,

and reaffirm the bonds between them.

And so, with Clemont and Bonnie's bickering sure to bring

them even closer, it's on to Coumarine City,

as our heroes' journey continues!

♪