icansolvethemtoo | second ✿ video/action for the Layton house

[And on the screen pops the ever so lovable Flora, standing in the kitchen of her home. She really loves not having to live at the inn anymore--it gives her full reign in the kitchen. But as a burned, scientifically-concocted breakfast sits on the table for her little family (really, the only things properly edible are the fruits in the bowl and the juice in the pitcher), today's post has nothing to do with food. In fact, it's all about treatment. And this subject is one Flora is growing to feel very strongly about.]

Good morning, everyone! I hope you're well. I apologize for being a bother, but I've got a few concerns regarding this world, actually. I know everyone's taken up the habit of battling their pokémon and I understand they're quite useful when it comes to defense against wild encounters, but... [She pauses, takes a deep breath, and:]

I truly don't think it's fair to force these little animals to fight! In fact, I think it's cruel. Someone I had spoken to earlier had suspected that we're to train them for war, and that's not right at all. Why should we make them fight for us, especially in a war with no clear meaning? They're just little animals, they shouldn't be forced to battle.

[That was hard. She looks genuinely bothered by this! But after a calm breath, she smiles back at the gear.] Instead, can't we just love and care for them? They're all quite cute. Even the dinosaurs.

Thank you for listening. I hope you all have a good day!

[And with that, she shuts off the gear. She feels better about it, in any case. But she'll stay in the kitchen a little while longer.

Meanwhile, her Gible is currently at the table, trying to steal one of the 'pancakes' she made. Too bad his stubby arms can't reach. But at least, if anyone wants to pretend they've eaten her abominable breakfast, her Gible is willing to help.]

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...Think of people. Some of them are assholes. But a few of them aren't. Pokemon are just a little easier to understand.

[beaaaaaaaaaaaaming~] It's a great hobby~.

You think so? I've been having difficulty understanding mine... [But she shrugs it off. She still loves him, even though he's trouble.

But at that smile, she finds herself smiling eagerly.] Do you like to cook?

Just listen to them! Sure, it's hard as hell to figure out what they say, but they're all pretty straight forward. You'll understand them soon! [He can't think of any tips to give her at the moment, but these things took time to prepare! Like food!]

Like I said, it's a hobby. I like seeing people happy. [And after a good meal, who isn't happy? His smile turns into a smirk as he points to her... cuisine.] What about you and cooking?

Then... I shall! I'll see if he'll speak with me... instead of trying to eat my arm. [And with that, a little chuckle. It's not a joke, but no need to bring that up.]

Oh yes, I absolutely love to! I had to find ways to entertain myself where I'm from, so I learned to cook! ["Learned". Her meals are edible around 5% of the time, giving her as much credit as possible.]

What kind of pokemon do you have? My poochyena still bites me whenever she feels like it. [Joke? What joke? She must be telling the truth, otherwise why bring it up?]

[The self-taught cook. Gotta respect that enthusiasm. Her food still looks nightmarish.] I can give you a few tips if you want 'em. What were you cooking?

I've got a Gible. He's quite spunky. [Spunky is the nicest euphemism for how troublesome this little thing is.]

Pointers would be very helpful, thank you! I cannot turn down free help. I... I made breakfast. Spinach and boysenberry pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, and hash browns.

[He pulls out his pokedex and starts looking through it for this strange pokemon. Yeesh, it was a tiny shark dinosaur thing. What teeth it had...] ...Give him a chew toy that isn't breathing. Nurse Joy should have a few around.

[Spinach pancakes actually sound tasty, but the boysenberry inclusion does not. He thinks it over for a second. It's hard to figure out what to say since he hasn't tasted the meal but visuals were pretty important too.]

Since you're making breakfast, you should have left out the spinach from the pancakes. That way they'll add a sweet touch to the rest of the savory part of the meal. ...And get a timer so you don't overcook anything. ...I can't say for sure since I haven't tasted what you have there.

A... chew toy? [Those work? She looks a bit surprised and glances off screen. It works for her! Nodding, she smiles.] I will try that. Thank you.

A timer, and no spinach... Alright. I can do that next time. [It sounds like a decent plan to her! She takes a moment to jot this down in a small notebook.] If you're in Goldenrod, you could come over for breakfast, if you'd like.

[He smiles in return, happy to have helped her a little.] If you need any bigger ones, just let me know! I had to get some for my own pokemon so they'd go for that instead of me. Some grow out of it after a while.

Good luck! Maybe next time it won't end up looking like that. [You know, like a horror movie masterpiece. He appreciates the invitation~.] I'm not... but thanks. I wouldn't mind helping you out if you need more advice.

When they grow larger? I'd imagine they'd outgrow smaller toys. But I hope mine doesn't... He's a handful enough at his current size. I can't imagine him getting larger!

[She giggles.] I can never turn down free advice! Thank you so much... Um... I haven't caught your name yet! And I haven't introduced myself either. I'm so sorry!

My name is Flora Reinhold.

Of course! When they get bigger they want bigger toys and even more food than before. If you don't train your Gible, I guess he won't get too big. Fat, maybe, but not evolve or anything like that.

[He's a little more bashful this time~. It's not often that he's thanked for anything!]

Hey, it's not a problem! I should have introduced myself too! I'm Rin Okumura.

[She giggles again.] Fatter may not be such a good thing!

It's a pleasure to get to know you, Rin. You've been a very big help!

Hey, it'd make him easier to control if he needed you to lug him around.

Like I said, it's no problem Ms. Reinhold~. [He thinks of how cool it would be to eat breakfast with anyone. It's been a while.]

Maybe. ...Maybe someday I'll show you how to make it look presentable. [And edible. Hopefully edible.]

It would, wouldn't it? But he may also become lazier.

[She giggles again.] You can just call me Flora! I'm far too young for surnames!

[That would be fun. Might risk burning something, but it would be fun! At the presentable line, she laughs.] They do look a bit unique, don't they?

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