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Ren sighed thankfully. [color=lightblue][i]'Thank God... He understands reason, at least...'[/i][/color] She didn't react too much to Oaken's little glare, herself responding with a mere nod of her head, a silent conversation having passed through actions. As he turned and left, Rodger went and said his piece before admitting he, too, had a lot to learn. The two would apparently be tag-teaming the beginning of their journey; if Ren was entirely honest with herself, she wanted that deep down, too...

[color=lightblue][i]'And he understands he has more to learn. Good. They'll become decent trainers, I suppose.'[/i][/color]

Of course, Ren wasn't very good at being honest with herself.

When professor Kalmia spoke, Ren turned and nodded again in understanding. [color=lightblue]"Of course. I don't plan on breaking the rules for matches that are worth the time, or which are bound by rules. I'm not that stupid, fortunately."[/color] Surprisingly she smirked and recalled Shyn, noting how tired he seemed to be getting. She wanted him healed, but she also wanted to see the town some. [color=lightblue]"Thank you for the Pokeballs, Professor. As it so happens, there is one last thing I'd like to ask: is there anything particularly interesting in Pureplain? As in Pokemon centers, gyms, libraries, monuments, things to do and places to see, etc.? I'd like to know what's around before I set out. It wouldn't make much sense to leave town without trying to experience everythi-"[/color]

Ren was interrupted by the rude sound of her stomach growling...

[color=lightblue]"... And where the nearest, cheapest place to eat would be, thank you..."[/color]

It was a first to see Ren's face go such a deep shade of pink for those present still. Thankfully for her, Lucian seemed like he didn't mind. [color=lightblue]"I-I planned on heading that way myself. To Lakewatch, where I may hopefully reach Dragon Lake. I think we'll see one-another soon..."[/color] With that the young man turned and left, and Ren returned her gaze to Kalmia, awaiting her response.