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Naano returned Ryan's smile as he walked out, and brought her attention to Bitten. Glancing to Lulu gave her a knowing look, and then returned her attention to the girl. "I know a place, but if you went near it I'd have to kill you.". She took a nonchalant bite out of her peach and stared into Bitten's eyes. But Naano wasn't joking, it was actually quite the opposite. Bitten really peeved her, and the fact that she was constantly giving Naano glares pissed her off even more.
And she wanted the stones for Pokemon no where near Cattivita, Naano loved Ryan and Lulu so much but she knew that with a snap of the leader's fingers everything could go to hell. With the girl a hair's breath away from the corruption, Naano knew that the stones could be a catalyst.
Plus, Becca's grave was no spot for a little brat to roam around just to evolve her Pokemon.
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As the girl left Naano simply finished up her peach. Lulu was still in the room with her and with her mouth full, Naano slurred out "These peaches are amazing! Where did you get them?". Bitten was so close to the line, the one that Naano wasn't willing to cross. Perhaps if Esme and the brat weren't related she'd have done it right there and then...but she cared too much for her friend. '
Making her way to the second peach Naano contemplated her actions. Bitten claimed she had 'unheard powers'. Naive little girl....everyone one has those, it's just a matter of figuring it all out. Her thoughts roamed to her own and she shook her head, troubled by the memories. Of course she hadn't asked for them and she wished nothing more but to rid them of her being. But alas, Arceus always has his way.
"Am I selfish?" Naano looked up at Lulu. Well was she? Was she keeping the grave away from Bitten because of Ryan, or because she didn't want Cattivita so close to Pokemon evolved by Becca's tomb stone? No, Ryan wasn't a part of this. Naano wasn't jealous, simply hurt whenever she thought about it. If Ryan chose Bitten over her, if the pink haired girl made him happier, then they should be together. Because all Naano wanted was Ryan to be able to show that genuine smile. With, or without her by his side.
The Klang returned with her clothing "Thank you" she sat with a pat to his head. Turning back to the Lucario Naano said "I need to head out to town, I don't know where it is from here but I'll find my way." and she headed out of the kitchen and towards her room. Quickly she got dressed and headed out the door with her bag, asking a Klang to show her the exit. On their way, Naano saw Bitten and couldn't help but laugh hysterically.
The girl had no idea what she'd gotten herself into.
Eventually making it to the town Naano opened her bag to find the first letter missing. Originally thinking she lost it, a new thought popped into her mind. The letter had been all the way in the bottom of her bag, someone must have taken it. "Lulu..." she said with a small smile. The messenger won't have to pay the consequences. She walked to the Pokemon center and asked the nurse to send each letter to a specific town. Nodding, she took the letters from Naano and waved goodbye.
There was a store that had caught her eye passing through the last time and Naano walked inside. At the counter, there was a stout elderly man drinking a piping hot cup of tea. In the window was a lovely violin, made out of pristine quality wood, but it was different. The color of it was silver, as though it had been painted but the wood grain seemed embedded in the paint, as if that was its indigenous color. Walking up to the shop keeper, Naano asked "How much for that lovely violin?". The man looked up at her puzzled "The violin? You actually want that?". Returning his bewilderment Naano nodded slowly "Uh, yes...why wouldn't I?". Looking closely at her by adjusting the position of his glasses on his face he said in the most curious tone "That violin has been in my shop window for years, and not one person has asked about it.". Shrugging her shoulders Naano replied "Perhaps none of your customers were violinists, anyways how much?". His gaze did not falter "Just take it, I have no need for the thing nor do I feel like gathering a profit on it.". Her brows furrowed in confusion "Are you sure?". He didn't answer, but simply walked over to the window and grabbed a case, placed the violin and its lovely bow inside, closed it, and handed it to Naano. "Just take it. The knowledge that it'll be used is plenty for me.". Thanking him repeatedly Naano exited the store and next walked over to one that had clothing. She simply purchased a new black shirt and then returned to the 'hideout'. Frankly Naano didn't know what else to call it...
Naano entered, and swiftly made her way to her room. There was no soundproofing, so her violin playing would be heard all around the cave but she didn't care too much. It had been so long...
Taking out the violin, Naano sat cross legged on the floor with her Pokemon surrounding her and set the bow down on the delicate strings of the silver violin. Closing her eyes, she began to play a lovely tune.
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She let each of her Pokemon out, and gave each a good petting before they began. It was time they learned some more moves and leveled up more. Naano had thought of the Pokemon she needed, there were only two more necessary to complete her goal. But none the less she would train all six of her current team. It would be sad to replace two of them, but it had to be done and she'd switch them out often. The life of a trainer was hard when their team was so limited.
They all sparred for a bit, and Naano realized something wonderful. Her Blaziken was not only a fire type, but a fighting type as well! With her movements limited, Naano knew that she couldn't do too much but a little spar wouldn't hurt much. Telling her Ivysaur to do a double battle against Blair and Mizu Naano pulled Blaziken to the side. Standing right next to her, Naano jabbed right, left, and finished up with an uppercut. Beatrice looked at her knowingly, and copied the moves. She repeated the sequence, but started with a left jab. Once more the Blaziken mirrored her.
Naano now moved to face her, and bounced on her toes with her arms in a protective manner. The Blaziken took up her own fighting stance and used the sequence she was taught. As the first punch was thrown, Naano slipped under the Blaziken's arm with unknown speed and thrust her elbow into the Pokemon's side. Beatrice was surprised at this and went for a kick but Naano slipped away from her attacking radius, only to lunge forward and throw a round house kick in the Blaziken's stomach. Her Pokemon wasn't injured by any of Naano's hits because her strength was hindered by the wound. They went on like this for a while, and Beatrice soon became aggravated by the girl's speed, Bringing her hand down swiftly (brick break) upon Naano's shoulder, the girl crumpled to the ground in pain. "Arceus! What did you do that for?". Horrified at what she had done, Beatrice bent down and enveloped Naano in her arms and cooed at her "Blaziken...blaziken blaze..." ("I'm so sorry Naano, I didn't mean too, I really didn't. I'm so sorry...").
As the pain waned, Naano pat her Blaziken in reasurrance. "It's alright, I just need some ice, that's all.". With her Pokemon's assistance, Naano got up and then made it to the kitchen on her own. She took out some ice from the fridge and wrapped it up in a dish towel, placing it on her collarbone. Sighing in slight relief, she put her hand down to her side to see some minor blood splotches. She began to feel pain from there as well. Annoyed at it all Naano placed herself at the table and rested, her pain being waned from the makeshift ice pack. The nausea returned, and she felt light headed. There was still food sitting on the table, and with her free hand she grabbed a plate and pile food on. Still holding the ice pack on her collarbone she began to eat.
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Blair slithered into the kitchen somewhat distressed. It had become night time and she was worrying about Bitten. Naano nodded at the Pokemon and knew what she had to do.
Putting the ice aside, she was given a flashlight by a Klink and gathered her Pokemon together. Retrieving them into their pokeballs, she placed each one in her bag and wrote a note for Ryan. Handing it the Klink she ordered for it to be given to Ryan.
Swiftly, she exited the cave with her flashlight giving off plenty of light. She went on the main path that led to the next town believing that was where Bitten had gone. Even with her flashlight, Naano was wary of the darkness. Fear gripped her and she began to think of going back. But then she heard yelling. "Bitten?" she said softly.
Naano began to sprint towards the sound, and heard a cry come from the girl as if she had been injured. Finally gaining on her she could see a black figure chasing the girl. Her speed increased greatly and she tackled him to the ground and seeing the knife in his hand pulled it away from him and threw it towards Bitten for her own protection. She withdrew her own dagger and placed it near his throat. Pressing her knee down on the backs of his arms she made sure he couldn't move as she hissed "You just made a huge mistake jackass.".
As hard as she tried, Naano knew she couldn't hold the man down...she was too unsteady from her injuries and when they had fallen to the ground her bleeding had gotten worse.

~~~~~The note to Ryan:~~~~~~~
Bitten left, and my Pokemon are worried so I'm going after her. I just want to double check that she'll be okay on her own. She seems more of the all bark no bite type. I'll be back soon.
-Naano
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