******************** Pokèmon, Asylum of the Devitory Style, X! Venombadge Saga Chapter I- The Single Step ******************** "Happy birthday, to you!" Rob's mother applauded, in spite of the empty chairs around them at the table. Rob smiled sheepishly, rolling his eyes at his mother's enthusiasm. "Thanks, mom," he said, looking at the flames dancing on the candles that decorated the cake in front of him. "Oh, look at you," she cheered, wrapping her arms around Rob's shoulders, "sixteen already!" Rob gave a little squirm. "Mom, come on," He moaned. His mother tightened her clutch on him. "What, I'm not allowed to give my son a hu