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[The feed starts with Raikov looking rather proud of himself. He's sitting on a bench inside the park. A Butterfree can be seen over his shoulder chattering away with Katya, who's sitting on her trainer's head.]

Guess I'm not so bad at this trainer thing as I thought. I got off my ass and started traveling again - as nice as staying in Goldenrod was... I'll probably end up going back eventually. Also Pasha finally evolved from that cocoon form of his and the egg that I bought hatched. As much as I love my bugs, I feel a bit safer having a Growlithe around. And he's quite handsome. My compliments to the breeder.

[The Growlithe in question is off screen resting at Raikov's feet. The Butterfree lets out a sad sound, causing Raikov to reach back and pat him on the head. The next thing he says is in Russian and it takes him a bit to properly speak it. So far that's the one part he hates about this place: He actually has to concentrate to speak in his native tongue.]

/You're just as handsome as he is, Pasha. Don't worry./

[Pasha coos, nuzzling himself against his hand. Raikov lets a gentle smile slip before he returns his attention back to his Gear, his expression turning back to his usual stoic-but-somehow-cocky look.]

... Oh, yes. I've been meaning to ask. I heard of an item that stops evolution. An... Ever Stone, I think it was called? Does anyone know where to locate one?

[Because he checked out what Joltiks evolve into and he'd much rather keep his little fluffball this way forever.]

I still have a bit before I need one but... the sooner, the better.

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You can get them at the department store in Goldenrod.

[Which he learned because he's been working there in his off time more often than not. Decent way to pass the time and get money!]

Bought one recently, actually.

I knew I should've checked out the store more. Guess I can head back then. Mind holding one for me until I get there?

Naturally. There are a lot of different evolutionary stones. It's interesting, actually. I'm not sure what all of them are used for, however.

Pasha sure did evolve quickly, didn't he? None of mine have, though Martel was pretty close.

[Hence the Everstone!]

Thanks.

Apparently Bug-types generally evolve quickly. He was level 7 when he turned into Metapod then level 10 when he evolved into Butterfree. Katya's an exception. The
Pokedex says she'll evolve at 36. I'd rather her stay as she is. I think she's happy with the decision too.

When I come back, I'll pay you for the stone. Money upfront then after you get off work... a little more, if you'd like?

[Oh, hello there.

That makes him smile.]

You don't have to bribe me, you know. I'd say yes anyway.

I know. I wanted to treat you though.

[And there goes an eyeroll from Katya.]

[Which Greed ignores entirely...]

I'm working in the salon today, but I'll have someone hold an Everstone for you. The stones are a bit pricey but they're worth the cost completely.

I've managed to save up a good amount of money from battling.

Er... Which salon do you work at?

The one in the department store. There's just the one so it shouldn't be too hard to find. I don't just work there, though. But that's usually where I am.

[Hitting on the female NPCs and getting repeat customers that way. Heck yes.]

But I'm also in the Trainer's Market. That will be where you'd find the Everstone.

Ah, alright.

That reminds me, now that you've settled down a little... did you ever manage to find a place for yourself?

I'm still in the hotel.

[He's been there for over a month now. He's basically renting the room at this point.]

Still not sure just how long I'll be staying in Goldenrod, actually.

It's hard to break away from it. It's a nice city.

[Raikov grins and absentmindedly curls some of his hair around his finger.]

I hope the hotel doesn't mind a bit of noise though.

[He grins, tipping his head a bit.]

Here's to hoping the walls are thick.

And if they aren't...? I can't promise I'll be quiet.

You make it sound like that's a problem.

[GREED]

You mean it's not?

[THESE TWO.]

Well, it's certainly not our problem.

Then in that case, I won't hold back.

I look forward to it.

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