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` rise and grind! .... after one more sundae~ `

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For the /a/ Weekend Waifu Drawthread (WWD): “ Requesting Watashi eating some yummy sweets/desserts, or baking them. “

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Untitled by Matthias

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So baby pull me closer in the backseat of your Rover l That I know you can't (probably can) afford.

[ϟ] - “"Candice, not you to…”

“"I drink too much and that’s an issue but I’m okay.”

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[ϟ] - “"A challenge it is." 

Though more for him than the other. Just what he wanted. He only wondered if the other would feel the same or brush the battle off as another predicted victory.

"Whenever you're ready." He glanced around the city and wondered if the Kanto region would ever consider installing solar panels. An earnest thought but one he set aside for now.

A battle against a gym leader who specialized in Rock types, no doubt, had the advantage but he never let that decide the outcome. Besides, he had long lost interest in winning or losing. He searched for battles that left him tense, heart pounding. He looked forward to the intensity and the spark in his opponent. From Brock's honest response, he hoped 

"On another note," He let his shoulders relax and open up to casual conversation. "Heard you're quite the cook." He rubbed his cheek, absentmindedly, in memory of the grandmother who told him that information...and a quick pinch.

“Is your gym also a restaurant in disguise?" Perhaps, that's why he couldn't find the gym as easily.

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You look as good as the day I met you l

[ϟ] - If he remembered correctly, they met for the first time at a welcome meeting for the Ice Type Gym Leader. The day before Volkner had not slept and only managed to look put together with the help of Flint.

“Are you mocking me?” He teased. “"If you say so. You looked great as well, considering you had to meet and greet every official gym leader that day.”

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Volkner

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[ϟ] - He raised his eyebrow at the adorable watch but, of course, refrained from asking about it. The last thing he wanted Candice to know about him was his like for cute things. He reminded himself to not take out his phone for the time being.

“Nothing new.” That was an understatement. His time was loaded with nothing but upgrading the solar walkways with newer installments and giving it a more, modern look. It was tiring but nothing made him happier than creating.

“Whenever you have the time, you’re welcome to Sunyshore City. If you stopped by, I’d appreciate it…” He fixed his scarf so that covered his nose. He offered Candice a quick side glance in case she thought he was being sarcastic, and added with more warmth in his voice. “A lot.”

“How about you? It must be overwhelming for you since the meeting is held at your city.”

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[ϟ] - This kid…the way he tentatively moved his hands as if he was looking…reading with them. The paralyzed state he was in, unable to find out where the Pokemon pup had gone even though it wasn’t impossible to find out her general vicinity. His careful movement and the Liepard who seemed to guide the trainer. Even when Volkner spoke, the boy faced him but didn’t look at him. He couldn’t be…

Blind.

But the more he observed, the more it made sense. It wasn’t his place to question the boy being in a crowded city nor did he want to pry why, but he couldn’t bring himself to walk away. He wasn’t that insensitive. Now he mused what was the best way to help without stating the obvious. Volkner didn’t want to make him feel…bad, for lack of a better term. Here in Unova, Volkner wasn’t sure if offering to help a stranger was considered rude.

However, as much as he wanted to help…his eyes flickered to the guarded Liepard. He understood why she was as protective as she was. He would be more worried if the Pokemon didn’t or wasn’t capable. It just meant he had to make sure he didn’t get on the Pokemon’s dark side and, hopefully, he’ll walk out in one piece.

“Here. She might be more calm if you take her back. I was about to head out, sort of had enough of the city. Maybe grab another Castelia cone on the way.“ That I dropped when the pup jumped into me. He thought it better not the voice the last part aloud. The boy was under enough stress and if anything added to that stress, Volkner worried he might not be able to function. He looked back at the shop and frowned at the growing line. “Maybe not. The lines’ too long.”

His face softened as he returned his gaze back to the young trainer. “I’m Volkner, by the way. Want to come along?”

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"Well this is awkward..."

[ϟ] - 2: Yelling at an inanimate object for not functioning properly.

Waking back to the lounge after a relaxing time in Lavaridge Town’s hot spring, Volkner didn’t expect to see Flannery so soon.

Correction. He heard her. Yelling. At a vending machine and looking to be two seconds away from shattering the glass.

He thought she would have some kind of routine after a shower so he thought to wait for her at the lounge and grab drinks for the both of them. Apparently, they had the same thought.

“FALL! COME ON WHATS WRONG WITH THIS STUPID, BROKEN- ARRRG!”

Volkner felt the corner of his mouth twitch at the display but stepped in to prevent property damage.

“Flannery.” He placed a hand on her shoulder, in case she was too far gone for words. “Calm down.”

When the Fire Gym Leader stepped back, Volkner examined the machine for a few seconds before nodding to himself. His fingers moved quickly over the buttons and grinned when the door to the machine popped and swung open. He took a wild guess but, apparently, most of the Hoenn region cities didn’t update their vending machines. This one still had the old code, installed in case the shop didn’t have the keys. Well, it worked out for them.

“Here.” He unhooked the drink and passed it to Flannery who hovered over his shoulder, curious at what he was doing. Volkner took a drink himself before closing the door.

“Cheers.” As he walked to a table, Volkner paused. 

He turned around to face her, his face thoughtful and his finger tapped the side of the fruit drink in his hand.

“Would you mind if I stayed longer? Maybe a month or two.” The can clicked open. “I would…like to renovate some things here. Only with your permission, of course.”

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ur so skinny,,, do u evan lift bruh

“I suppose. Maybe you can change that.”

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" Candice means to say not yet! But you're too attractive and I got distracted "

“It’s rude to get distracted when you’re with someone.” Taps her forehead. 

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Volkner is also a mama's boy 2016. Pass it on!

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No..but yet~ :p

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[ϟ] - Honest and to the point, similar to Roark but…toned down. His quiet disposition warned of hidden strength and Volkner mused to coax that out. His eyes flickered down to the rock Pokemon floating close by. Quiet, just like the trainer but shouldn’t be underestimated. If Volkner wanted to get the most out of this training, as always, he would need to get to know his opponent.

“I’m unfamiliar with Pewter City and got lost on the way to the gym. I didn’t expect to run into you. It’s my lucky day, I suppose.” He truly was glad but his expression, as always, remained neutral and his flat tone conveyed otherwise. 

A part of him wavered at the low sun and thought to put off his mission for tomorrow but thought against it. He knew as a gym leader, young trainers tend to demand battles at the crack of dawn, itching to earn their badge. He wasn’t sure how many trainers were waiting to pounce and Volkner preferred not to stay two nights in the enclosed city.

“What are your thoughts on trainers who fight against you…“ Critical eyes locked gaze with the other but his tone was genuinely curious. “…using only electric types.”

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