Penalopy floated back to Gavin and sat on his other shoulder, her legs on his back so she could see those still behind Gavin. 
[i]"I apologize,"[/i] James said to Charcoal with a small bow, [i]"Miss Penalopy gets overly excited sometimes."[/i] He turned to follow Gavin too, making a bit haste so he would catch up with Fez and walk alongside him.

Mindy checked her Pokégear for the weather forecast, but it was still the same as in the morning. She didn't need the map to find her way back to the Pokémon Center, she could already see the building. A glance around learned her Michael was either not here yet, or already inside. 

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Saruya joined Harry and Sparky. [i]"We know you can fight, but you also draw attention to Niccia and Michael. Everyone can see you are not an average Pokémon and they could tell Harry and I are descendants of legendary Pokémon too. It will be safer for our trainers if we stay in our Pokéballs for a while and they keep Pokémon out that won't draw unwanted attention. They can call for us when they need our help."[/i]
[i]"I will protect them,"[/i] Lytse squeaked, almost immediately regretting his bold words, but he would do what he could for Michael and Niccia.
[i]"We will do what we can too,"[/i] Benny promised.

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Andy nodded, he enjoyed that part of being a researcher. He leaned back in the chair as the waiter came with all the ordered foods and drinks, placing them on the table in front of everyone. Mitch and Andy both got a cup with black coffee and a small tray with milk and sugar was placed between them. The mixed treats consisted of dried berries and baked Pokémon treats.
"Thank you," Andy said to the waiter, who nodded with a polite smile and left them. "That berry pastry looks good," he said to Frosiien, pulling his plate of warm waffles closer to himself and sniffed the scent. "But not as good as this!"
Kim took the glass of water between her paws and sipped through the straw. Andy pushed the glass for Varina a bit more in her direction.