I'm on your Side! (Mr. Pokemon) [F]

[Blackbird]

With a mission under her belt, Haley was now a true Team Rocket Grunt. She planned to change that soon, to climb the ranks and do as best she could. Her team, so far, had proven useful, and gone above and beyond. However, she had many Pokemon in her collection whom she'd never battled with, and were too weak to prove useful. The trainer planned to give them a chance before booting them.

Her most recent team had been shifted out of rotation, excepting Sirius the Growlithe to keep the newbies in line. She'd brought on Yakshi the Phantump, whom she'd captured after it had gone after a pastry she'd received for Halloween. The little ghost-type was floating around at her feet, trying (and failing) to scare any wild Pokemon he came across. She'd bought Snatch the Meowth off a girl some time ago, and had mostly forgotten about him, until she'd had to 'retrieve' a pet Meowth in NewBark Town. The cat was dozing in her backpack, sniffing at the furs Claudine had shed. Datsu the Froakie had been purchased from a festival several years ago, but had been shelved excepting for a short battle before she'd left Johto for a time. The frog Pokemon was hopping at her heel, watching Yakshi. The Eevee, Kuni, was trotting happily at her heel, the Soothe Bell attached to his collar jingling merrily. Rook the Gastly was floating behind her, occasionally swooping forward to startle a Pokemon Yakshi scared out.

Looking for a battle, Haley nearly walked by the waving old man but, with him having caught her attention, she walked over to see what he wanted.

Words. 275 Tags. @charrie Notes. Kuni the Eevee is wearing a Soothe Bell Rook the Gastly is wearing an Exp. Share

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[Noerd]

Mr. Pokémon stood outside in the hot, humid Cherrygrove weather, musing over the conditions to himself. Things had been like this for quite a while now, which was a little worrying. He didn't mind the heat - it was certainly better for his old bones than the winter months - but this had gone on for too long. He could really do with a nice, cool thunderstorm. In his clutches, he held a small Pokémon egg of some description. He stared down at it almost constantly, occasionally allowing his thoughts to return to its contents. He was known as a bit of a Pokémon expert, but even he couldn't deduce exactly what lay inside, waiting to hatch out. What he needed was some help. Perhaps a nice, fit trainer would show up and- oh? As the old man took a rare glimpse over the horizon, he saw exactly that walking toward him. He waved over to the teenage girl, beckoning her over to talk to him as he walked down to meet her.

"Ah, good afternoon there young lady. Another fine day, wouldn't you say?" he asked, smiling his genuine smile and carefully storing his egg under one arm so he could offer a hand for Haley to shake. "Though, in truth, I wouldn't mind a bit of rain to cool the place down, you know?" He chuckled softly for a moment or two, then seemed to silence himself. "Oh but, naturally, you don't want to hear me ramble about the heat. Let me introduce myself properly. My name is Mr. Pokémon," he continued before quickly correcting himself. "Well, actually, that's a nickname that I've been given. I'm considered to be an expert on all things Pokémon, you see. Anyway, I called you over for a reason, actually."

Taking his hand back when he could, he grasped the egg once more in both hands, presenting it to Haley. "You see this? I don't know if I need to tell you, but this is a Pokémon egg. Mysterious things, eggs. No-one knows how they even appear, in fact. It's quite fascinating." He gazed at the ovoid for a couple of seconds, clearly breathtaken by it, then once again realised what he was doing. "But listen to me mumble on... I should stop that, shouldn't I?" He laughed nervously for half a second, continuing promptly after. "I want to ask you a favour, young lady. Despite all my expertise, I have no idea what this egg has inside of it. It's a mystery to me. I'd like to ask you to take this to the real authority on Pokémon, Professor Elm. This is his area of expertise, really." Mr. Pokémon offered the egg to the young Rocket recruit a little forcefully, almost begging for her to take it with his actions.

"Of course, I'll reward you for your time and effort. What do you say, young lady? Would you help an old man out?"

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Mr. Pokémon has asked Haley to take this Mystery Egg to Professor Elm's lab in New Bark Town!

Will Haley accept?

[Blackbird]

Thief she may be, but Haley had a soft spot for old people. They tended to be the kindest, the ones who would give her refuge for the night. Unless made to by Team Rocket, or lacking any other choice, she never had made them her target. So, when she saw Mr. Pokemon waving for her, she complied.

She agreed, yes, it was a nice day, and shook his hand. And yes, some rain to cool the area down would be nice, yes. Sirius stepped forward to sniff the old mans' shoes, and Kuni stopped Rook and Yakshi from attempting to scare him. They all couldn't help but to wander what he wanted, though.

Finally he presented an egg, which Haley looked over. She'd hatched one before, a little Cleffa that she'd yet to try out in battle. It's alright, she said, I don't mind rambling. She wondered what Pokemon was inside the egg. He wanted her to take the egg to his associate? “Sure, sir, no problem.”

She shucked her jacket, and wrapped the egg in it, before turning to head down the way to Professor Elm's, Pokemon at her heels. For a moment, she pondered just taking the egg, but she wasn't wearing her gear when she'd collected the egg and she would be easily recognizable.

Words. 0000 Tags. @charrie Notes. Took the egg, heading for Professor Elm's.

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[Noerd]

"Excellent, excellent, young lady! I knew I could count on you from the moment I saw you!" Mr. Pokémon said, almost shouting with excitement over Haley's response. "I trust you know how to find the Professor's lab, so I shall leave you to it. Give him my regards, won't you?" Smiling wider than ever before, the old man waved Haley off on her quest back to New Bark Town. Having no idea of the girl's double life as a Rocket Grunt, he was quite content with leaving the Egg in her seemingly-capable hands. He watched the teenager walking back the way she had come, until she was finally out of sight. Now all he could do was be patient. Hopefully, nothing would go wrong.

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Haley's journey back to New Bark Town would've been quite a pleasant one to begin with. The sun was still high in the sky above her, shining softly across the landscape to lend it quite a beautiful appearance. A group of Hoppip sang a soothing tune as they floated past Haley, only adding to the peaceful vibe of the place. Unfortunately, though, that feeling wouldn't last long. Haley wasn't the only Team Rocket member in the immediate area...

A pair of eyes watched through the bushes as Haley trekked back toward Cherrygrove City, shuffling across with impressive stealth. Just as the teenager could see the City of Flowers in the distance, the eyes made their move. A voice shouted out to Haley from the outskirts of a forest to her left hand side.

"Alright, girl, hand over the Pokémon Egg now!" it called out sharply. The owner of this voice quickly made himself known, jumping out from his cover and running up toward Haley. She'd recognise the uniform in a heartbeat; her own Rocket get-up. Well, very similar, at least. The pitch-black jacket with a red "R" on the front was enough of a hint as to who he was working for. The thief towered over Haley as he approached her, glaring at his comrade in a way that showed he clearly didn't recognise her.

"You've got 10 seconds. Hand it over or things'll get nasty!" He repeated. The Rocket Grunt followed this threat by pulling out a Pokéball and releasing a small Kantoan Rattata. The Normal type snarled at its next victim as menacingly as it could. Granted, Rattata aren't the most threatening of creatures at the best of times, but it tried its hardest, damn it!

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A Rocket Grunt has appeared to steal the Egg! He's sent out a Rattata (Level 6) to fight!
How will Haley respond?

[Blackbird]

Haley couldn't help but to enjoy her walk back to Cherrygrove – it was definitely worth the detour. The sun was shining, the Hoppip were singing, and it was just warm enough to not be too cold. The Pokemon Egg was a familiar weight in her arms, and her Pokemon had gathered around her curiously. She kept having to shoo Skyjewel from perching on her shoulder to get a good look at the egg – she liked the bird, but it was still fairly wild and didn't listen to her half the time. She'd nearly tripped over Denki and Snatch, whom were crowded about her heels to try and see it. Kuni had remained stalking behind her, ears up and eyes out for trouble.

"Alright, girl, hand over the Pokémon Egg now!"

Everyone looked up to see a Team Rocket Grunt hurrying towards her, towering over the much shorter girl. Haley sneered, and would have crossed her arms if they weren't occupied. Instead, she shifted the egg to the crook of her elbow, careful to keep it away from him, and unzipped her hoodie, revealing the black shirt with the bright red R it had been hiding. “Idiot, I'm on your side!”

"You've got 10 seconds. Hand it over or things'll get nasty!"

The younger trainers' Pokemon shifted in agitation, not liking this man threatening her, but waiting for Haley's order. Skyjewel flew higher, wanting to see how this turned out, while Datsu frothed his bubbles to appear bigger, Sirius and Snatch doing the same with their fur. Rook and Yakshi faded out of sight, ready to attack if she ordered it. It was Kuni, however, who took charged. The Eevee, angry at the Grunt for threatening Haley and not recognizing her, charged forward to snarl at the Rattata, bristling his fur and crouching down in preparation to attack. 'How dare you, you worthless rat! I'll eat you for lunch!'

Haley smirked at the Eevee, and then at the Rattata and its trainer, before crossing her arms again. “Kuni, show them how a true member of Team Rocket fights!” The Eevee laughed, and charged forward, preparing to Tackle its opponent.

Words. 360 Tags.  Notes. Sent out Kuni the Eevee. Kuni used Tackle.

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[Marchbaby]

The Rocket grunt was not convinced by Haley's shirt believing she was just trying to trick him. " If you were really one of us you would proudly display that shirt instead of hiding it. My guess is that you stole it from some poor sap. I refuse to believe you are one of us." He looked over at his Rattata who did not trust her very much either as it bared its teeth at her. If they had any doubts left in their mind Haley's Pokemon eliminated any doubt that she was telling the truth as no self respecting Rocket would use an unevolved Eevee to battle a fellow Rocket member. With their minds made up the grunt made his move.

" Rattata show this young lady how badly she is mistaken, use Quick Attack on that Eevee." Rattata normally would have been slightly outpaced by Eevee but the extra speed granted by Quick Attack gave her a slight edge as she rushed towards Kuni delivering a lighting fast blow to his chest. Kuni was hardly shaken by the attack as he rebounded and tackled the Rattata just as she stopped to take a rest. Kuni's attack was far more painful as Rattata felt her energy plummet. If Kuni had greater physical strength she would have been in a lot of trouble. Though she was still standing even the grunt secretly grew nervous.

" Rattata you really make my life rough. Letting a lowly Eevee push you around is disgusting. Do not blow our chance to snatch this egg." He said as both Pokemon prepared for another round as the grunt continued to grow anxious. The grunt knew how important this mission was and the battle was not currently in his favor, so he knew the next round had to go better or he might be in quite a pickle.

Pokemon Trainer Battle

Rocket's Rattata | Level 6
HP: 57% (12/21)
Status: Normal
Move: Rattata used Quick Attack!

VS

Haley's Kuni | Level 8
HP: 86% (25/29)
Status: Normal
Move:Kuni used Tackle!

[Blackbird]

Haley groaned and rolled her eyes as the Rocket member refused to believe her. “Or maybe I like being able to walk around without getting recognized and attacked; I've found it much easier to live a double life than prance around like a show-dog and get attacked at every corner.”

However, the Team Rocket Grunt didn't seem to care, and launched an attack. The Rattata used its move to attack first, the Quick Attack doing hardly anything. Kuni quickly returned the attack, ramming into the Rattata.

“Lowly Eevee?” Haley laughed, “I've always thought it was the other way around. Considering Rattata seem to be around every corner, but Eevee are rather hard to find.” Kuni laughed, and bared his teeth. Haley grinned as well. “Now, let's show him why you are better than his rat.”

'With pleasure!' Kuni swished his tail, and charged forward, throwing his all into another Tackle.

Words. 150 Tags. @charrie Notes. Kuni used Tackle.

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[latani]

"Way I see it, you're just some bored little kid who thinks dressing up like Team Rocket is fun. It's probably just some Halloween costume anyways," the grunt said dismissively, waving off Haley's explanation. No way would Team Rocket let someone this age actually join their organization, let alone be a Grunt if they had something like an Eevee. "Pfft. That's probably just some pampered family pet you decided to bring with you for a walk. Rattata here had been with me from the start, and we ain't letting no punk and her spoiled Pokemon get the better of us, ain't that right?" Rattata agreed with a loud squeak, crimson eyes narrowed beadily on Haley's Eevee. If only the girl had played nice and complied with his demands instead of trying his patience by insisting on lying, this would have been so much easier.

Kuni was the faster one this time, the grunt too distracted by his mild irritation to get the first blow. He was colliding with the purple rodent before it could blink, sending her skidding backwards with an indignant cry of pain. Served her right for not paying enough attention to avoid the attack, and Kuni made his way back to Haley with a satisfied smirk. "Bah! Look, girl, I'll give you one more chance to give me the egg before I get really serious," the Rocket grunt said with an angry scowl, hating that he was starting to be shown up by this brat. Despite his bravado, Rattata wasn't going to hold out forever, and he was starting to get a bit nervous. "Don't just stand there gawking, Tackle it back this instant!" he barked at his Pokemon.

Looking dismayed with herself, the Rattata scampered after Kuni with a certain degree of haste, eager to not further disappoint her trainer. Kuni turned slightly at the sound of pattering feet, only to get a faceful of purple fur as his foe made contact. The attack only shoved him slightly, leaving a dull ache that wouldn't last all that long. Rattata wearily retreated to her original position, whiskers and ears drooping enough to indicate that her energy was starting to seriously falter.

Wild Pokemon Battle

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Team Rocket's Rattata | Level 6
HP: 14% (3/21 HP)
Status: Hush, house pet!; Normal
The foe's Rattata used a succesful Tackle!

VS

Haley's Kuni | Level 8
HP: 65% (19/29 HP)
Status: No need for speed this time?; Normal
Kuni used a successful Tackle!

[Blackbird]

“This is hopeless.” Haley groaned, shaking her head at the Grunt. Kuni agreed, huffing and baring his teeth. “Kuni, let's finish this so we can be on our way. I want to know what's in the egg.” He growled an agreement, weaving between her feet as he waited for his next command. He couldn't wait to wipe out this little squeaker and his pet squeaker.



'Ready to be taken out be a real Team Rocket Pokemon?' The Eevee mocked, bounding forward from her heels and flaunt about in front of the Grunt's Rattata.



Haley smirked at the other Team Rocket Grunt, and gestured towards his Rattata. “No, I think I'll pass. I wouldn't be so cocky if I were you. She's not looking too great.” And then, lackadaiscially, she ordered Kuni, “Put it out of its misery, Suniku. Tackle it.”



The Eevee barked its agreement, and launched itself forward again.

Words. Tags. @charrie Notes. Kuni used Tackle.

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[Hunter]

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As the battle forged on it was becoming abundantly clear that the Team Rocket Grunt was edging closer to impending defeat. Haley's Suniku was seemingly on a different level in comparison to her rodent counter-part. At the command of her trainer, Suniku the Eevee dashed towards the grunt's Rattata and launched its small frame towards the pink rat pokemon. The collision was more than enough to leave the Team Rocket Grunt's Rattata laying unconscious on the ground. The Team Rocket Grunt gazed in disgust towards his now fainted Rattata, he was ashamed of to be completely honest, internally he was thinking that he needed one of those top percentage Rattata's he had heard about.

"Ehhh, you just got lucky kid, that ain't gonna happen again, not on my watch. "

For someone whose pokemon had just fainted the Team Rocket Grunt was both awfully salty and confident in his and his team's ability. The Team Rocket Grunt withdrew his fainted Rattata to rest inside of it's pokeball before sending another pokemon onto the make-shift battlefield. The new combatant that had been sent into battle was a rather small looking Zubat, it didn't appear overly threatening at first sight.

"It's time to teach you a lesson kid! "

VS. Rocket Grunt

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Team Rocket's Grunt's Rattata | Level 6 |
Health: 0%(0/21 HP)
Status: Fainted

VS

Haley's Suniku | Level 8 |
Health: 65% (19/29 HP)
Status: Well that was easy, I'm fine! (Normal)
Suniku used a successful Tackle!

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Suniku gained 2 levels. Suniku is now Level 10!
Suniku gained +2 Happiness
Suniku learned Baby-Doll Eyes!


Rook gained 1 level. Rook is now Level 5! ()
Rook learned Spite!

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The Rocket Grunt has sent his LV. 4 Zubat into battle!
Will Haley switch pokémon?

[Blackbird]

Haley smirked, and her team laughed, as the Rattata hit the ground, unconscious. Kuni bounded up to the young Team Rocket trainer, and proudly weaved between her legs. She had left her cane behind, folded up in her backpack, so she had to readjust her stance to keep from falling. The Eevee chirruped apologetically, and stood before her again, ready to fight if the Grunt tried anything.

"Ehhh, you just got lucky kid, that ain't gonna happen again, not on my watch.”

Haley raised her eyebrows, and looked skyward, clearly exasperated. ”You are a special breed of stupid, aren't you?” she huffed. The trainer crossed her arms, one hand coming up to pinch at the bridge of her nose, feeling a headache coming on. ”I bet you fall for those 'top percentage Rattata' scams, don't you?”

The trainer sighed again, seeing the diminutive Zubat in front of her. Even Kuni looked offended. ”A Zubat!” she gasped in fake shock. ”I'm so surprised!” she deadpanned.

Kuni laughed, and bounced forward once more to take on the opponent. 'Hey shortie! I'll give you a chance to run and save yourself some major embarrassment!” he laughed, before racing forward to Tackle the Zubat.

[latani]

He made a face upon being called stupid, eyes narrowed in disdain at this lippy kid. No way would some snot-nosed brat speak to her apparent fellow teammates in such a manner. The grunt looked even more annoyed when she eerily echoed his thoughts, mustering a fierce scowl. "Shut yer yap!" he spluttered indignantly, unable to come up with some kind of witty insult. He was more the dumb muscle type employed by Team Rocket, as befitting of his Grunt status, no matter what he said to prove otherwise. And the fact that he was losing to some poser was only salt in the wound. Zubat fluttered nervously in front of his trainer, sensing the danger posed to him despite his lack of eyesight. Haley's disparaging comments were a blow all their own, Zubat's ears flattening in a pitiful way.

Kuni didn't spare any kind of feeling towards Zubat, other than a moment's glee in knowing this particular fight would be short and sweet. Given how laboriously Zubat was flapping its wings to stay aloft, it wasn't too high off the ground for the Eevee to reach with his Tackle attack. Zipping along the ground, his taunt ringing in Zubat's ears, Kuni bodily slammed into his foe before the bat could react proper. A short screech burst out of the Zubat, and he simply folded mid-flight to land next to his shocked trainer. Mouth gaping, the grunt resembled a gormless fish for a scant few seconds before he recalled his fainted partner and angrily shoved the ball back in a pocket.

"You just got lucky, y'hear me? And don't think for one second Team Rocket will forget this!" he growled, pointing a finger threateningly at Haley. His mouth twitched, as if he wanted to say something more, but self-preservation sent him scampering away instead. As he ran, some money fell out of his jiggling pockets to flutter down before Kuni, the Eevee snatching up the bills to present to his trainer. With the Grunt dispatched, the way to Elm's lab was clear - for now. Perhaps it was wise to get a move on, quickly, in case more trouble decided to arrive.

Wild Pokemon Battle

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Team Rocket's Zubat | Level 4
HP: 0% (0/18 HP)
Status: ... ; --Fainted
The foe's Zubat fainted!

VS

Haley's Kuni | Level 10
HP: 70% (24/34 HP)
Status: Real Rocket power; Normal
Kuni used a successful Tackle!

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Congratulations!
The Team Rocket Grunt was defeated!


Kuni fought well and grew to Level 11!
Gained +2 Happiness.


Rook grew to Level 6 via the Exp Share!


The Grunt dropped £570 in winnings! Score!

Proceed onward to Professor Elm's lab!

[Blackbird]

The girl was starting to get more and more irritated with this thick-headed Team Rocket Grunt by the minute. But, perhaps, if she beat him, it would help her standing? After all, taking out an idiot like this would show she was capable, right? She rolled her eyes as he spluttered, dead-panning. "Oh, I'm terrified." His Pokemon seemed to be in agreement, flattening its ears pitifully. She almost felt bad for it - almost. It wasn't the Zubat's fault he had a fool for a trainer.

Kuni smirked as he prepared to attack, knowing he had the upper-hand. He had a good trainer - she wouldn't stand for any layabouts, but also wasn't cruel, and urged them to do their best, without the threat of violence. She was the type of trainer that made a Pokemon instantly aim to do their best, whether it was something as simple as battling a fool Team Rocket Grunt, to committing grand larceny. Even he, whom hadn't been with her terribly long, could see it. And they were like peas in a pod - both tended to be underestimated, and those who did so found themselves lacking anything the two determined worthy of stealing. Wallets, watches, bracelets, it didn't matter.

The little Eevee charged forward, slamming into the Zubat almost lazily, not bothered by the bat's cry of pain, and smirked cockily as the bat crumpled to the ground. 'Good luck next time, maybe you'll have a competent trainer then.' the fox Pokemon taunted, prancing in front of the Zubat for a moment before sashaying back to his trainer's side. Haley grinned at him, lazily handing him a treat from her pocket. The fluffy Eevee took it, munching loudly.

The young trainer cocked her head to the side, giving him a smile that was chillingly innocent - smile stretching just a bit too wide, and closing her visible eye. "Care to try again? I've heard third time's the charm."she purred, watching as the Grunt fled. Kuni pranced forward to retrieve the fallen money, bringing it back to his trainer with a flourish. Haley slid it into her wallet, and resumed the trip to Elm's Lab without further ado. Reaching his doorstep, she knocked briskly, returning her Pokemon to their Poke Balls so only Kuni stood at her side.

Words. 0000 Tags. @charrie Notes. heading to Professor Elm's lab

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[Marchbaby]

Professor Elm had just finished a cup of tea as Haley knocked on his door and as he opened the door to see who was there he saw Haley standing there. He was not expecting a visitor but the strange bulge in her jacket intrigued him. " Young lady is that a Pokemon egg? I can tell you which species it isnif you would like. As she opened her jacket for Professor Elm to get a better look he had no trouble identifying the egg at all. Given all the time he had spent studying eggs he wouldnhave been ashamed if it would have stumped him.

" Ah so you have a Paras egg. If you do not mind me asking where did you get it.?" Before Haley could answer a message popped up on the professor's computer. As he read the message he learned that Mr. Pokemon had sent Haley to him to help identify the egg. Quite honored to have helped Professor Elm respknded to the message saying that she had arrived safely. Professor Elm thought that would have been the end of it until a video chat popped up with Mr. Pokemon on the other end. He was thrilled beyond words that everything had gone well.

" Ah young lady I am so glad to see you again, the professor has already given me all the details about the egg but I didnpromise you a reward. I would like you to have that egg and raise it as a token of my gratitude. I wish Inhad more to give you but it will have to do for now. Take care and feel free to stop by anytime." Professor Elm was speechless as he looked at Haley. He could not think of anything to add but he did wish her good luck on her journey. " I do not have anything at the moment I can give to you as a prize either but I wish you luck on your journey. I hope this Paras egg will be a big help towards you completing the Pokedex."

The egg was identified as a Paras egg. Please indicate if you would like it placed in your incubator or your party.



Paras Egg
Name: ??
Gender: ??
Level: ??
Ability: ??
Nature/Personality: ??
Status: 0/2000 words
Egg Move: Endure

[Blackbird]

Haley looked up at Professor Elm, nodding her head in greeting. "Yes, sir, it is." she offered, a bit too polite, gazing scanning his lab behind him. She unzipped her jacket, sticky fingers skimming the egg's shell as she passed it off to him. Perhaps she could come back later that night and nick it...

The young trainer opened her mouth, "Mr. P-" but didn't get the chance to finish, glaring at him irritably as he walked off to check his computer. As a video chat popped up, she immediately schooled her expression into a much nicer one, smiling pleasantly at the elderly man.

'Well, that was easy.' Haley thought as the men offered her the egg, and gave them a too-innocent smile. "Thank you, sir, I'll raise it well!" She chirruped cheerfully, tucking the egg carefully into her backpack. Making sure it wouldn't fall out, she turned and left, heading back to New Bark Town. It was high time she got some training in.

Fin.

Words. 0000 Tags. @charrie Notes.  Rearranging team, I'll self add the egg.

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