[center]Marco leaned back on his heels a little, waiting for the trainer to speak. [b]"Well, the battle grounds are quite close to here, actually,"[/b] the boy remarked rather happily. Well, that was honestly very convenient, Marco had to admit. [b]"Right then. Lead the way if you would."[/b] And so, the boy began to walk and Marco began to trek behind him, occasionally glancing down at Rivet. 

The Absol walked with confidence. [i]She was going to win this battle.[/i]

Marco certainly hoped his Absol's pride would live up to her fighting style. Truth be told, they had battled with each other a dozen times before, but it had been a while since they had actually battled. Neither trainer talked and soon, they were at the battle grounds, just as the boy had promised. Hearing a shout from the other boy, Marco took his place on the battlefield, [b]"Alright,"[/b] he shouted back, [b]"You can have the first move."[/b][/center]