[Pokégear Inbox]

[puddlesoverdios]

Hello, this is Erina. I am indisposed at this time. Please leave your message and I will return it. Thank you.
[There is distinct Pachirisu squeaking.]

No, Peda, you may not leave a message.

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[strings_theory]

Know this is kinda out of nowhere, but can we, like, talk about some stuff? I'd do it video or voice but kinda in a cave and the acoustics in here are suuuuuuper awful.

[Text]

[puddlesoverdios]

Well, surely.

Has something happened? Do you need any help?

[Yes, time to be in bed, but also she knows she could probably rouse the slab of meat next to her that is Jonathan if Jolyne needed help.]

[Text]

[strings_theory]

Huh? Nah, nah, we good.

Mostly just got done with traveling for the day, sorry for... I guess however late it is, hard to tell in a cave. And, uh, to be perfectly blunt, some of the stuff I wanna ask I highly doubt he's gonna give me a true answer to.

Since to... I guess put it nicely, dude's way too nice.

[Text]

[puddlesoverdios]

If I take your meaning correctly, do you mean Jonathan?

He is very kind-hearted, yes.

Well, what would you like to know? I can't promise I can fully illuminate anything, but I am happy to try.

[Text, sometime after the E4 stuff]

[strings_theory]

Hey, got a curious question if you're up for it? Just kinda thinking over here since of course my mind decided it wanted to wander off again.

[Text]

[puddlesoverdios]

Hello!

And certainly, we've just taken a break from travel for the meantime, so I have plenty of time to answer.

[Text]

[strings_theory]

My timing isn't trash for once! A miracle, I'm sure.

So, like, just outta curiosity were marriage customs and stuff like... different in your time? I assume the answer's yes given it ain't a huge deal in my time anymore. Or, well, doesn't have to be a huge deal.

Asking for no reason in particular.

text + video attachment

[schachmeister]

[This message reaches both Erina and Jonathan's inboxes. There is a short video attachment. Judging by the sounds, it's taken on a beach. On the sand, protectively cradled against the side of an older Lapras lies a tiny newly-hatched Lapras, blinking adorably up at the camera. It is very small. Well, it is still big, but also, it is small. Oh, but that is not all, because out from behind the first baby pops the head of another baby Lapras (they had sold him two eggs after all), nipping at the first baby's ear.]

I thought you might like to know that the eggs hatched. Both of them. I'm open to any naming suggestions if you have them.

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[puddlesoverdios]

[ You must forgive her, Armin, as she has appropriately swooned before answering. ]

Oh, my goodness! Look how lovely they both are! I must confess, the smile on my face became very wide. Oh dear, well, I will confer with Jonathan to see if we can come up with anything, of course.

However, in addition: are you well?

[Text]

[schachmeister]

[Armin knows the power of baby Lapras.]

That would be much appreciated. I have to confess, I'm starting to run out of names.

I'm doing fine, thank you. I hope it's the same for you. I know one of those weekends can be... rather a lot to adjust to the first time you experience them.

[And the second time. And the third. And... actually, they always remain a bit of a pain in the butt.]

[Text] Oh this will be awkward

[speedweed]

[God, he really hopes he has this right given just watching has only done him so good for the last... day or so.]

Erina.

I'm sorry that I have to do things this way without a proper introduction, but unfortunately circumstances require this. I need you to do me a large favor, first, and that is to promise me that you will not let Jonathan know that I'm here.

For reasons I'll explain shortly, but I need to know that you can agree with that.

[He's fairly certain that these things have some kind of coding on them to let someone know who is messaging who, so he won't really... sign it or anything.]

[Text] No kidding.

[puddlesoverdios]

Speedwagon!

I'm so happy to see you're doing well and safe.

[But why is he here?]

I do not much like keeping things from my husband, but I will keep your confidence for you. Whatever is the matter?

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[speedweed]

[The rare moments when he's serious should be more than concerning enough, really! He's almost glad it's not video, because he is smiling like a dope behind the screen.]

Well and safe is relative, but this place is certainly safer than London...

But, ah, right.

Do tell me, are you aware of a... particular criminal organization here? Natively, that is, if someone not native to this place has thought it a grand idea of striking out on their own.

I promise you this is all related to my point.

[Text]

[speedweed]

[You thought you were rid of him after the vacation, Erina? Hell no.

At least he's better than some other people and not texting at ridiculous times.]

I have a morality question, if you'd indulge me in such. Since goodness knows I don't need a frowning face directed at me right now.

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[puddlesoverdios]

[It is true, though she can't say she hates Jolly's Nighttime Questions, it is nice to not be in her nightdress trying to not wake Jonathan.]

Then I shall do my utmost to keep them directed at Peda and his food tin. Is something wrong?

[Text]

[speedweed]

Somewhat? More of a... well, you do remember our previous conversation like this and where I'm currently at?

There... might be something rather illegal coming up that I have been roped into, lest I look highly suspicious.

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[speedweed]

[Guess who's being a giant baby again.]

I finally handed in my resignation. I'm unsure of what that may or may not do or bring on me.

Though if it proves a problem I'll... find a way to handle it without it becoming a problem.

[puddlesoverdios]

I'm very glad to hear it, Robert. I was worried that you'd be beholden to them forever.

And anything that they bring to bear against you, you can rest assured neither Jonathan or myself will allow it to simply happen.

You are mistaken if you believe it will be handled by yourself.

[speedweed]

It had been... a long time coming, really. Though it seemed like they didn't particularly care.

Though I'm sure they'll think differently should I start speaking ill of them, not that it particularly matters.

I have no say in whether or not it is handled by myself or not, correct?

[text]

[dejabrewed]

Hello.

My name is Sandalphon. Forgive me for contacting you out of nowhere, however I was told you provide breeding services for Pokémon. I’m rather new, so I figured I’ll try my hand at buying an egg or two.

Please, tell me how much you charge for your services and I’ll be happy to provide payment. Thank you.

[ was that too formal? lacking in detail? too short? too long???? sandalphon hit send before he could overthink it and chicken out. it would be easier if they had met in person before, but he wasn’t picky. ]

Re: [text]

[puddlesoverdios]

[What a surprise! Erina hadn't expected a message this way.]

Dear Mr. Sandalphon,

The cost of the eggs depends entirely on what you are looking for, I will include a list of species that you may be interested in and we can consider egg groups from there. Is there anything you are looking for in particular, like type or skills?

With warm regards,

Jonathan & Erina Joestar

Re: [text]

[dejabrewed]

I’m relived to see the message arrived without issue.

I’m specifically looking for any electric or ice types that you may have. I plan on taking on the Gyms, and I need as much type coverage as I possibly could. Right now, I’m limited as to what I could do to Falkner with my current lineup.

- Sandalphon

After the contest nonsense

[strings_theory]

[Guess who's just holding a fancy champagne glass and letting her nails tap against it pointedly.]

So that whole contest was a load of shit and rigged to hell and back. But I got something out of it, I guess.

[puddlesoverdios]

Is that right? I'm glad to hear that!

[And she genuinely is, despite Speedwagon and herself coming in at the very bottom. Ah well.]

I suspect this is more than telling me about your winnings, though?

[strings_theory]

Considerin' that two of the three winners are literally together and with a number of people, feels rigged as hell.

[It's not like her and Carly did any better, not that she wanted to participate in the slightest to begin with.]

So do you think they'd notice if someone just, you know, walked off with something of theirs?