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Post by DataNinja on Feb 7, 2020 4:01:04 GMT
"Ah, I'm sorry," Rainbow says as she climbs out, letting water drip off her. "This was all supposed to be relaxing, and it ended up just getting to stress you out. There's still some time before you really even have to think about that stuff. I mean, even if we went straight to Mossdeep from here, it'd still be a bit, no?"
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Post by Robot on Feb 7, 2020 4:17:31 GMT
"I actually feel really refreshed still. Sorted through some thoughts, learned more about you and your time, got to watch Limul being silly." At that she couldn't help full on beaming. "I haven't seen this kind of energy from him in awhile. It all alleviates stress, but my mind never really slows or quiets." She shrugged helplessly.
"Meditation is supposed to help with that, but I have yet to find a technique that holds through every distraction that presents itself." Draping her towel across her shoulders she gestured vaguely. "Restless thoughts."
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Post by DataNinja on Feb 7, 2020 4:29:12 GMT
"I'm sure that you'll eventually find something that works for you," Rainbow says, toweling off. "But I'm glad that it helped. Was there something else you wanted to do today? After we change into actual clothes," she gives a pointed glare at Yellow, who's still reclining in the water.
"Do you not want to wear that anymore?" he asks, innocently.
"Don't you even..." Rainbow warns.
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Post by Robot on Feb 7, 2020 11:51:43 GMT
"You two." She giggled,but didn't intervene. "Rainbow, the rest of today is just for resting. I'll get prices on the flight tours, maybe we could look into the local glass blowing which is an extremely mechanical but fine form of chemistry. Tomorrow if there is an opening, the flight tour and a hike. Scheduling in with the gym for late tomorrow sounds good, then after that we can head for Mossdeep, maybe releasing Silica and Nomus along the way."
It sounded like as good an itinerary as any, sharing a few more moments, some touristy things, and then moving towards the looming, great unknown. There could be much work to do there, she'd have no idea until they arrived.
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Post by DataNinja on Feb 7, 2020 17:54:52 GMT
"Alright, sounds good," Rainbow says, though she keeps an eye on Yellow, who waves innocently. One thankfully uneventful changing later, and Bea's able to head out, find pricing and stuff.
Flights, it turns out, aren't that expensive, especially for only a couple people, and it looks like you can be dropped off at the top of the volcano if you want, rather than back in town. Glassblowing is available for people to watch, as long as some ash from the mountain is brought down as payment so that they can keep working on things. And the Gym's easy to schedule.
When she gets back to the Center, it seems that Rainbow's just curled up in front of the TV where there're cartoons on, giggling.
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Post by Robot on Feb 7, 2020 18:01:43 GMT
Genuinely surprised, Bee settled into the couch at a respectable distance and quietly watched Rainbow for a moment, her attention sliding to the television curiously. She had never really been one for consumable media, preferring more intellectual fare. Seeing her friend so jovial warmed her to the concept at least. "Don't imagine there is television, or Internet, or really much in the way of entertainment back home, but I am glad to see you enjoying yourself." She folded her hands gently in her lap, and made the effort to take up as little space as possible on the couch.
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Post by DataNinja on Feb 7, 2020 18:28:49 GMT
"No, I'm still surprised at how many of these screens there are everywhere. Back home, it's just Central that has them," Rainbow says. "And not for stuff like this. Entertainment that you don't provide yourself is mostly from books - though, you always have to be super careful with them, so it's not always relaxing - or the performance of someone else, like music, or a play, or something. Nothing like this. Where you can just giggle at the stupidity of this Zoroark trying ridiculous stuff to catch a Doduo."
She looks at Bea, before giggling again. "You know, you don't have to sit so far away, silly. I don't bite or anything. I don't even have fangs!"
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Post by Robot on Feb 7, 2020 19:00:37 GMT
"I just didn't want to overstep my bounds you know?" Scooting closer, until Bee's hips were against Rainbow's shins, she settled back against the couch. "There are a lot of great programs, these ones are made by artists. It used to be that they were drawn frame by frame and the pictures were strung together. Now everything is done on computers."
Rainbow's spirits being higher lifted hers as well. "It sounds like everything should be doable tomorrow, a flight to the top of the mountain, collecting ash to watch glassblowing. My next match. I'm hoping to make it a really memorable day."
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Post by DataNinja on Feb 7, 2020 19:08:58 GMT
"Look, we've travelled together, and faced danger, and all that together," Rainbow says, grinning. "I think you're good to get to within closer than arms length to me."
"And that's interesting. It sounds like it's a lot of work, for a long time. I've seen how long it can take people to do paintings and stuff. It's... incredible, that this is a string of those."
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Post by Robot on Feb 7, 2020 21:10:48 GMT
"Alright, let me know if it's too close." Bee's ears warmed at the new proximity and Rainbow's encouragement. "It's a lot of people working in tandem, so it goes surprisingly quickly." She leans in shoulder to shoulder with Rainbow and watches the cartoon quietly, expression relaxing. There wasn't anything to process, it was all nonsensical and slapstick. White noise in its own way, but something to fixate on that stimulated in a different fashion.
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Post by DataNinja on Feb 7, 2020 23:11:51 GMT
"Oh, that makes sense..." Rainbow says. "I guess you really do have a lot more people here... I keep forgetting what that would mean."
The rest of the afternoon and evening passes quietly, with the two mostly being left alone even during the times that the Center became a little bit busier. Whether that's because people were just being respectful, had better things to do, or just didn't want to approach an Altered - of whom there seemed to be very few around Lavaridge - it's difficult to say.
"Thanks for this, Bee," Rainbow says, as the pair get ready to head to bed for the night. "I really needed a day like today. Where... really, nothing much happened. Besides that one scary moment, but, other than that..."
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Post by Robot on Feb 7, 2020 23:48:16 GMT
"It's not something you need to thank me for." The trainer replied shyly. "It was really good spending it with you, tomorrow will be more of the same, a proper break from routine. Flying together, a picnic near the summit, a hike, then the glassblowing which is really pretty, I'm really excited. Thanks for talking with me in the hot springs today... I... I uh... really needed to say what was said. Goodnight Rainbow, see you in the morning."
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Post by DataNinja on Feb 7, 2020 23:53:07 GMT
"No worries," Rainbow says. "I'm always willing to talk. It's... pretty much all I'm good at."
With that, she gets into bed, and quickly falls asleep. Morning seems kind this day, and gives the pair plenty of time to sleep before gently awakening them with light through the Center's windows. It seems like, as Bea hopes, it should be a nice, relaxing day. Well... until the Gym later on, that is. She might want to get a bit of practice in for that.
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Post by Robot on Feb 8, 2020 2:27:01 GMT
Making her way to a quiet spot in the forest outside of town in the early hours, Bee releases her six regulars. Solenoid, Baied, Tempu, Limul, Bylii, and Crassi. Holding up a floral patterned ball. "Alright, today we'll be doing something new. I talked with each of you to get a better feel of who you are, and I understand more now then I did, so." Holding up the ball. "This is your objective. The rules are as follows. Whichever team of three can keep ahold of the ball for the longest will get a treat. Crassi, a chance to be lead pair on the next big challenge. Solenoid, more time to observe on the road. Bylii, I'll wear the dress you like so much again, and you can accompany me around. Baied, extra rations. Limul more playtime and water opportunities. Tempu... well... Maybe a little more time with Bylii. I'll always have a fight for you."
Taking the ball between both hands. "No attacking each other, the side that keeps the ball the longest for the next half hour wins. The teams will beeee..." Tapping her chin thoughtfully. "Tempu, Limul, and Solenoid... versus Bylii, Crassi, and Baied. You will need to work together, and as long as you don't hurt hurt each other, or go beyond the edge of this clearing including up. Have to get it from me first though~ Here we go!" With that, she set to guarding the toy from all comers until the game began in earnest. From there it was watching a timer and the motion of the game that was meant for teamwork, organization, and drive.
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Post by DataNinja on Feb 8, 2020 3:07:33 GMT
It's clear at the beginning that Tempu and Solenoid's team has the advantage in being far more maneuverable three-dimensionally in getting the ball knocked away from Bea... but that advantage is soon negated by the fact that gravity is a fickle mistress, and Solenoid doesn't exactly have hands to keep the ball off the ground.
Crassi is certainly aggressive, even lacking flight, and that bold approach definitely makes Limul skittish. And probably Baeid, too, if not for the fact that they're on the same team. Even then, there's definitely some hesitancy in getting towards the thick of things.
While Tempu tries to match Crassi, he seems reluctant to try and push past Bylli, who's running interference. Solenoid tries to press on, and does make good headway in outmaneuvering Baied to knock the ball away from Crassi at times. Possession switches back and forth some times - while Limul may be timid, he and Tempu have much better coordination and teamwork than any of the others, which puts that team a little on top.
At the last little bit, though, Crassi seems to relent on her personal possession and passes the ball to the Charjabug for safekeeping, running some interference herself. It does make the difference in the end, the timer just barely squeaking to the Skorupi, Ribombee and Charjabug.
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Post by Robot on Feb 8, 2020 3:19:32 GMT
"Well coordinated, the win goes to Baied, Bylii, and Crassi! Coming out barely a full minute ahead, but come out ahead they did. Crassi, as promised you will be a first round pick this afternoon at our gym match. Baied, as soon as I can find you some big, juicy berries they're all yours. Bylii... I... Guess you are coming along with Rainbow and I to see the mountain today. I'll change into my dress..." Color spread across her cheeks, a promise was a promise though.
"Limul, Tempu, Solenoid, you did your best. Solenoid, next time you may need to run interference. Limul, I know Crassi is very aggressive but you can't be scared. Tempu, you could focus better. I know Bylii is cute but discipline is important if you want to win. See you all soon."
Training done, she returned to the center to get changed, her Pokemon safely stowed. Bylii would be their travelling companion, and the picnic could be shared with Baied. She shyly greeted Rainbow in her still very pink outfit, offset by the lack of hair ornament. The less practical shoes would have to be traded for her travelling ones on arrival. "Morning." She giggled and waves. "Training went really well today. Crassi got to show off, Bylii and Limul got to play. I uh... I'll need to find another reward for Bylii." She laughed softly. "Ready to start the day in the air?"
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Post by DataNinja on Feb 8, 2020 3:29:08 GMT
"...why, what happened?" Rainbow asks, looking over Bea's outfit. "Is that why you're wearing that outfit?" She giggles. "Did you make a bet with her? Well, she has good taste. Far worse things to have to wear. I think you should bet with her more often." She gives a wink to both the girl and her fairy.
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Post by Robot on Feb 8, 2020 3:38:05 GMT
"Something like that." Bee gave Bylii a sideways glance over the rim of her glasses. "Made up a game and had them compete for fabulous prizes. This was my consolation to Bylii, I still feel a little silly in this much pink, but knowing that you and she like the look makes it more okay. Besides, we probably won't run into anyone on the mountain."
Tucking a palm gently under Bylii, she eased the Ribombee onto her shoulder. "You want to come flying with us? Up high? You can stay with me or move on your own, but there could be birds or strong winds." At the Pokemon's answer she gave her furry cheek a rub with a fingetip. "How did you sleep Rainbow?"
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Post by DataNinja on Feb 8, 2020 3:53:07 GMT
"Well, I think you look good in pink," Rainbow says. "It goes well with your hair."
"And I slept well," she says, "though... that's most nights, really. Less absolutely tired today, though, so that's nice. Feel like I've got a fair bit of energy. It'll be... interesting flying not under my own power. I don't know how I'll feel..."
Bylii shifts on Bea's shoulder, and just clings, clearly setting into a comfortable enough position.
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Post by Robot on Feb 8, 2020 4:00:45 GMT
"Teal and pink do have a nice contrast I suppose." She considered. "Well, we'll both be doing something new today. I haven't been more than a few feet off the ground at any given point, can't say for sure how I will handle looking down at the world. Any tips from a flyer to a non-flyer?" Beatrice grinned wryly as she led the way to the tours site.
"Actually, you mentioned there were hybrids that could carry others in flight? They must have incredible wingspans to manage such a feat. Bugs and flying types do it through very low body mass, allowing for shorter wingspans. Yours seems to follow the former model, though neither grass nor psychic is flying adjacent. Maybe it is a passive mental energy that assists you.". There was a nervousness about her chatter, excitement too.
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