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Emmet
ingo
ur on dinner duty 2day
That I am, indeed.
Would GS Kingler Burg be satisfactory?
no
last time i 8 there
the fries were fcukign soggy
disgusting
That’s a shame. I hear the chain’s falling on hard times recently.
Still wouldn’t eat their fries, but I suppose it explains the drop in quality.
still disgusting
can we get pizza
Certainly.
What outright ungodly order will you have this time?
fuck u
anyway
ill take the alolan
but c if they can replace
all the pinap with cheri berries
…Some days I wonder if you even have tastebuds.
Alolan sounds good. I’ll just take all the Pinap berries.
k
I’ve got a Super Singles battle in 5 minutes, so I must depart.
Eight and sand.
bye
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Breaking News: Derailment on the Battle Subway!
“Part of a Battle Subway train was derailed near Virbank City, due to a fault in the tracks likely caused by torrential rain over the past few weeks. As of now, there are two casualties and fifty injured, and counting. Among the injured is Nimbasa City’s famous Subway Boss…”
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“Hello, Mr Richter? Your brother is still in critical condition. We are working to resuscitate him. Given the extent of his injury, however…you may want to prepare for the worst. He was shielding his Pokémon from the impact with his body…”
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Furze
hey boss
just wanted to check in
how’re you holding up?
how’s other boss?
thank you for the concern furze
my brothers condition has finally stabilized
still unconscious though
they say he may never wake up
you know im not in the best place right now
so if im snappier than usual on monday
or worse acting unreasonable
my apologies in advance
that’s not what i’m worried about
i mean, i’m worried about your brother too
but not so much about you being mean
i fully understand, and i think all of gear station does
you’re going through a lot
as your employee and also old buddy chum pal friend i know you’re probably blaming yourself over all this
let me just say
it’s! not! your! fault!
i don’t think there was anything you could’ve done tbh
but there was
im supposed to be the one overseeing things
making sure the battle subway is safe as a transit and workplace
if only id found the fault beforehand
you’re in charge of your own line and multis
not your brother’s
and checks were scheduled for the day after that
if anything the fault is probably with us agents
it isnt
you all did your best
and carried out safety procedures accordingly
many were saved i hear
its just that what you could control wasnt enough to save him
couldn’t i say the same for you?
seriously
take care of yourself, not just your brother
he’s not the only boss who’s hurting and i’m worried about both
hol up you’re coming in on monday?
boss i know this sounds really sus but i think you might need more than just the weekend off
are you sure you want to return to work on monday
we can run things smoothly over here
even answer to journalists
or slam the doors in their faces idk
im quite certain
its not that i dont trust you all
just i cant afford to slack especially now
and hopefully itll help take my mind off things
thats a healthy coping method is it not
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Subject: Re: Queries Regarding the Dream World
Dear Mr Richter,
I’m quite honoured to have sparked your interest into this area of research. Though there’s admittedly a lot to talk about, so I was thinking it would be easier to meet up somewhere and talk instead. Would you be free to come down to my lab in Castelia City next Sunday morning?
Yours sincerely,
Dr Fennel
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“Okay! Hello, everyone! Nancy here! Today, we’re visiting a very special trainer staying here in Undella Town — world-famous historian, archeologist and Champion of the Sinnoh region, Cynthia! So, let’s start with the big question…What’s the most exciting thing you’ve discovered so far in your research?”
“Haha! Let’s see, does Arceus itself count? Or perhaps, well…it wasn’t in my official capacity as a historian, but I did witness Dialga — that’s the legendary guardian of time — and Palkia — the legendary master of space — in battle. It was simply incredible. To see the myths who shaped our world as it is up close, to feel their overwhelming power…Oh, pardon me. This must all sound quite unbelievable…”
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Subject: Re: Celebi
Dear Mr Richter,
Apologies, but information on Celebi is classified. Please do not take it personally, but you must have heard about Celebi’s abilities. You can hence see why we are concerned about this information falling into the wrong hands. So unfortunately, we might not be able to help you.
Nevertheless, we wish you all the best in your exploits.
Regards,
Prof. Dan Kiragi
Oak Pokémon Research Laboratory
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Shauntal
so, well
grimsley’s too much of a coward to tell you himself
but he’s going on a sabbatical to alola
he’s asking if you’d like to come with him
to “get some fresh air and a change of scenery”
he’s worried that you may work yourself to an early grave otherwise
you are allowed to turn him down, of course
taking a break wouldn’t be the worst idea, though
self-care is important
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Chili
dude i havent seen you in ages
not since…that
are you doing alright
anyway
yes im free on wed
my teams all fired up and ready to go
c you for multis then!
dont die
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Shades of Sinnoh:
A comprehensive look into the myths passed down for generations in the Sinnoh region
An ancient, primal deity, Dialga was worshipped by the Diamond Clan as the almighty Sinnoh for its stewardship of time. It is said that when it was born, time began to flow. It has complete control over time, being able to travel at will through the past and future.
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“It’s Elesa! I’m quite Gallade to hear you’re finally taking some time off! No, seriously, you’ve been overworking yourself recently. Some fresh air’s a good idea! Still…you could’ve at least texted me first to tell me you were leaving. I only barely managed to get to the airport to see you off after Ampère told me after Cloud told her. Skyla could’ve given you a private flight at a discount too…ah well.
Have fun in Sinnoh! Safe travels!”