[He'd hate to disappoint his friend!

Malik shrugs, watching the Mareep at play.]

That's the idea, but....I'm having second thoughts. It seems a little arbitrary, doesn't it?

I don't need that outside proof to consider myself a good trainer. Besides, I like it here. It's been fun, and I don't want to give up on that just because - well, because Johto had other plans for one of us.

[He runs a hand through his bangs, then immediately fixes them.]

Maybe I should get a job! I need to earn my keep if I'm renting a room.

And learn more two-player games.