C.J. felt a pang of relief as Richard scooped up his Ekans and stormed off towards the village. She knew the burly man had meant well and made note to check in on him and his Pokémon before the day was over. Zulu slithered up his trainer's ankle, wrapping securely just below her knee, as she strode towards Violet and the others. C.J. pondered the other girl's questions, turning her head towards both the forest and the village multiple times. She rested her hand against the Pokéball attached to her leather belt as she answered, [color=goldenrod]"I'd like to see if my new Poliwag can get in one good battle before dark. Zulu's also well rested and might need to burn of some energy before we call it a day."[/color] 

C.J. smiled brightly as she added, [color=goldenrod]"Anyone is welcome to join us!"[/color] With that sentiment, she nodded to each trainer as she walked slowly away towards the forest's edge. Faint light was shining from the vibrant sky above, casting playful shadows on the grass below. Zulu constricted, and C.J. reached down to pat him assuredly. There was still plenty of time before dark, and after watching the ferocious Pinsir battle she knew her team needed experience to win one of those ribbon cases. Her feet lingered at the edge of the foliage wall; her mind vaguely wondering if anyone would follow in her footsteps. She closed her eyes, grinned, and took a deep breath as she quietly crossed the threshold. 

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