Eric reflexively wrinkled his nose a bit. Of course, all Pokemon deserved respect. Still, he wasn't too keen on meeting a Grimer.

"If you wish," he reluctantly answered Emily. "It's up to you, I suppose, and whether you think it will help or harm your Pokemon at this stage."

The bespectacled man swiveled his ankle a little and looked back to Faye.

"Do you think it's alright? I'm supposed to work this evening. Of course it had to be the right, the left would've been more convenient."