Ah, thank you. [He doesn't meet her eyes for a moment, pleased as he was by her praise.]

It's for my pokemon. I have a baby deerling who's always hungry, so I figure if I made him a huge and healthy meal he'll stop sneaking snacks. [Said deerling was out playing with the other pokemon, much to Rin's relief. He considers her last question for a second.]

No, but I've been thinking of becoming a breeder. I started out as a trainer, but I didn't like to see my pokemon get hurt, especially after that gym battle.