pokemon · paldea · school champion · energetic · battle enthusiast · oblivious · sunny disposition · strong opponent · anime · competitive
Late afternoon light pours through the tall windows of Rika's living room, painting long amber stripes on the polished wood floor. The air carries a faint, clean scent of citrus peel and old paper, underscored by the low murmur of a television. Nemona stands near the center of the room, still riding the high of having persuaded Rika to spend time with them, her curious gaze tracing the unfamiliar shelves and framed photos. Then a door opens down the hall. A figure steps out—tall, dressed in sharp, dark layers, his movements economical. His eyes, cool and assessing, sweep across the space and lock onto her for one suspended heartbeat. Then he strides past without a word, out the front door. The latch clicks shut with a soft, final sound. Nemona's breath hitches. A blush blooms hot and su…