[u][b]Pyrite Town[/b][/u]

The ride from Gateon port was uneventful, a bit rough, but uneventful. Rolling into town the old man parked in front of the Pokemon Center. The old man stood from his bike followed by Ray. Taking off his helmet Ray spoke first. "Thank you again for the ride. It's really helped out a ton." Ray said as he handed over the helmet. The ride really did save him a great amount of time. Although the journey is just as fun as the destination sometimes if the journey is treacherous it is smart to take precautions. 

The old man took the helmet with a smile. "You're quite welcome sonny. I hope you have fun at the Colosseum. I wish you luck." He said as he stowed away the helmets. He then turned back to Ray. "Well then, if you ever make your way back to Gateon and in need of some medicine feel free to pop into the shop, but for now I must be on my way. Got a delivery to make." The old man added offering a hand to shake. 

Ray took the hand with a grin. "Thank you, and I will. Safe travels to you as well." He wished patting the old man on the shoulder. Taking their separate ways Ray walked north and the old man walked west. Ray looked around as he walked and he smiled with anticipation when he saw the dome of the Colosseum towering overhead on the northernmost side of town. As Ray continued to walk he saw more and more people walking around with their pokemon. He released Trina from her pokeball to walk too. As they entered an area where people were battling Ray and Trina's anticipation was palpable on their faces. They were itching for some action. 

[i]"I said, no thanks."[/i]

Ray turned hearing the anxiety in someone's voice. Some roughneck looking woman looked like she was threatening some quiet looking guy. Ray could see a pokeball in her free hand and put two and two together. "Hey lady! Leave the guy alone! He said no. If you wanna battle someone battle me. I've got an itch to scratch too." Ray challenged the rude woman. Following her Trainer Trina lowered herself into a threatening pose and growled deeply bearing her teeth.