Having bumped into the girl, he couldn't help but wonder if it was fate or just a stroke of random luck that brought them together. As if on cue, a Hisuian Growlithe suddenly materialized, its furry coat shimmering in the sunlight. With an air of mischief, the fiery canine began barking boisterously at the nearby performance, capturing the attention of a small crowd. Not one to back down from a challenge, the show's star attraction, a Snubbull with a responded, barking back at the audacious newcomer. The clash of barks created a chaotic symphony echoing through the bustling street. The two Pokémon seemed locked in a playful standoff, as if engaging in a contest of wills. Amidst the laughter and cheers of the onlookers, he found himself chuckling too, enjoying the delightful spectacle before him and the unanticipated company of the girl. Amidst the throng of people, he couldn't help but chuckle at the comical chaos around him—the hustle and bustle that had earned the place a reputation for being too crowded, as he had remarked earlier. But as the black-haired girl stepped forward with her unexpected companion, a Trubbish, the humor morphed into surprise. The pungent aroma wafted through the air, and the crowd quickly dispersed, granting them a pocket of space in the midst of the commotion. [b]"You're so smart,"[/b] he quipped, laughter dancing in his eyes, as he marveled at her ingenious way of carving out a private corner. The Drag Queen, Fae Rae, appeared visibly angered by the situation, her frustrations spilling over as she disdainfully referred to the Trubbish as a "thing." Olivier's laughter came to an abrupt halt, a wave of offense washing over him. He couldn't bear to witness such disrespect toward another Pokémon. In that moment, he sensed that Fae Rae's true colors were not as vibrant as her dazzling appearance suggested—she seemed to favor Pokémon based on their price tag rather than their worth. [b]"Hey, mate, don't be rude!"[/b] he admonished, his voice firm yet composed. His eyes followed the Snubbull's aggressive act towards the Growlithe, and a touch of sadness flickered within him. [i]I can their Pokémon is the same as them[/i], he thought, feeling a sense of sympathy for the neglected Growlithe. In this moment of tension, Olivier couldn't help but wonder about the deeper layers of the Drag Queen's character and the stories hidden behind her flamboyant facade.