Ian sat in the waiting room,holding his Ash Ketchum hat. Anthony always told him to keep the hat close,as it "Will always keep the best memories". A tear ran down Ian's wrinkly cheek. He wiped it away,and took a deep breath,looking at a ceiling light. Suddenly,a doctor slowly walked out and stared at Ian. Ian stared back,waiting for a response. There was no words…just a shaking head.
"We're…sorry,sir…"
Ian looked down and sighed. His throat had a lump,his breathing became intense,and his eyes became watery.
"You can come see him…"
Ian slowly stood up and walked into the hospital room,seeing Anthony,pale skinned,and so peaceful like. Walking over to him,Ian sat down in a chair and looked at his best friend. Tears fell down his face,as he grabbed Anthony's hand. He looked at his Ash hat and hugged it.
"I'm sorry,A-Anthony…I'm really s-sorry…