006 | Avert Your Ears

[diehardreaper]

[ And today, you are greeted by the sound of what seems to be a meowth being stretched on a rack. The camera isn't pointed at anything in particular but it does seem to be a rather good view of one of the routes. Too bad those sounds are ruining the scenery. These are screeches and yowls so vicious, you'd probably think it was two meowth fighting over a rattata. It goes on for probably five minutes in what seems to be a poorly attempted "Ode to Joy" and then stops abruptly due to a vicious

CRACK. ]

Ow!

[ Ow? Rattata don't go ow. And neither do pokemon. What you do get afterward though is the sound of ruffling and a "funf" as someone deposits himself right next to the Gear. ]

Blimey, Niccolo, can we take a break? At the rate you're going, m'prolly going to end up being unable to use this hand for a week!

[ And then you hear chittering.

ANGRY Kricketune chittering.

And a sigh from the poor belaguered Mister Knox. ]

Listen, I appreciate you trying to teach me the violin and all but could you take it e-- [ CRACK ] OW!

Alright, alright. Let's have at it again then.

[ To which the yowling begins anew. ]

Comments

[capitald]

I've met several wonderful women, though I've not had much luck in my pursuits. Some already have partners, and others weren't particularly thrilled by my advances.

[Lightning immediately springs to mind, bringing a sheepish smile to his face.]

But I've not given up! The world is vast, and women plentiful.

[diehardreaper]

You too, eh? I've only had a fair bit of luck lately. Haven't found a sweet little thing to call my own yet but... There's the proper attitude for you!

[ And a grin back. ]

we might get lucky yet, mate!

[capitald]

Well, cliché as it is, they do say hope springs eternal. That, and I'm still holding out hope that my dear Edea may arrive.

[He laughs at the thought, shaking his head.]

I fully suspect that if she does appear, I'll be out of change within the night.

[diehardreaper]

Who knows? Didn't think anyone I'd know'd show up then out of the blue, I find Mister Spears'd arrived so... There might be hope for your Edea yet!

[ And a small chuckle at his statement. ]

A lady with expensive tastes, is she? Wouldn't surprise me, really. She sounds like she's got the name of a noble if I didn't know any better.

[capitald]

You wouldn't be wrong. After all, Edea is the daughter of the Grand Marshal of Eternia, whose power has spread all across Luxendarc.

[With... rather unpleasant results, though he'll not bring those up for the time being.]

[diehardreaper]

[ And there's an impressed whistle there. He has no idea what that title means but boy does it sound fancy. ]

wager you'd better get to saving up a decent mount of dosh before she arrives eh?

[capitald]

Ah, but the temptation to shop is just so strong! I can't wear the same clothes forever. Then there's the matter of food, travel supplies, Pokémon maintenance.

[He heaves a soft little sigh, fidgeting with a Pokéball.]

I'm sure I'll manage, but I daresay that this whole world is like a money sink.

[diehardreaper]

It is, innit? It's the whole travelling and training bit that drains the wallet.

[ A small hum of thought though. ]

Ever thought of taking up a job or two?

[capitald]

All the more reason to catch a Meowth, I suppose. I've noticed they can create coins out of thin air!

[A strange, but convenient ability, and one worth investigating.]

Luckily, I've made a decent living in Goldenrod thus far. Waiting tables isn't the most lucrative career choice, but it does allow me the chance to mingle on a more personal level.

[Certainly more personal than some office job.]

[diehardreaper]

A meowth, eh? Wonder if that's legal tender...

[ At least that'll make money easier if it was. ]

yeah, that's what I used to do before Mister Spears'n I took to the road! And by the by... If you fancy earning a bit more... Could always drop Killua a line. He runs a sweets shop in Goldenrod. Used to deliver for him but noe I just sample treats from time to time.

[capitald]

You know, I think Rise works for him. I haven't met him myself, but I'll certainly keep it in mind.

[Hmm, a sweet shop... Well, women do love chocolates. Perhaps he could charm them with excellent customer service.]

I imagine I'd do better with deliveries than samples. Sweets are... a bit overwhelming for my tastes.