[center][h2][u][b]Route 104S[/b][/u][/h2][/center]

Jin wasn't as confused as he should have been. It happened quickly but he understood that he was being passed from Briney's authority to that of Mitchell, or Honnings or Mitty if his deductions were accurate. 'Oldale' was the name of the area they were heading to. Jin knew little about Hoenn and while he also knew it seemingly had nothing to do with why Jin was requested to the region... this was exactly how he wanted to start his investigation.

[i]"So, you starting your own Pokemon Adventure, pops?"[/i]

Jin glanced to Mitchell and chuckled.

[color=gray]"I'm a little old for that dream now. I am here for discovery. There are things about Hoenn I'm eager to understand. I don't think I'll find the answer I'm looking for in a gym battle though."[/color] replied Jin as he approached Mitchell's Manectric. He showed a signed of peace by gently and cautiously petting the pokemon. His movements were cold but civil, not wanting to patronize the pokemon or give a pretence that he was infatuated or enamoured either. He climbed up on Manectric and clutched at its mane for a reign and held on tightly as they traveled Upon approaching the settlement of Oldale Town, Jin could tell that it was a humble, tranquil community. Instinctively it put him on alert for anything that was too interesting or mysterious that would ruin the boring, simple aesthetic of the town. He followed Mitchell to a house and was introduced to the extent of his family. Jin smiled as Mitchell grabbed his shoulder. 

[color=gray]"So - this is your hometown,"[/color] began Jin as his eyes scanned the room. [color=gray]"Three generations; you obviously have some roots here. Places like this, people know people. I'm sure just entering your house at least three of your neighbours knew that I wasn't a local myself. Tell me; have you come across anything new or unusual as of late?"[/color]