Caroline rested her back against the farm's front gate. Above her, the wooden pole connected to an arched, flat piece displaying faded letters that read Foster's Farm. By her side, Daisy nibbled at the scarce pieces of grass still fighting winter's chill. A faded blue duck, Deedee was her name, sat on the edge of a fence and poked her short beak at Daisy's side. She was ignored. Food required more attention than a slight nuisance.

"Zac!" Caroline waved her hand eagerly as the red-haired man approached. Almost immediately, Caroline could tell that his Mudsdale seemed much more relaxed and receptive compared to their first meeting. "Wow, Fango looks fantastic today. Even his coat seems more refreshed. I'm glad those tips helped you out." Of course, most of their horses were growing out winter coats to shield against the cold, but Fango's had developed a slight shine to the fluff.

"I've been pretty fantastic! I hope the same's goin' for you." Rarely did Caroline have a complaint for the world. Her life was a peachy keen as it could get. "If you're okay with it, we've got a small group of Mudsdale here, too. I'm sure they'd love to run around with your Fango while we check out your other Pokemon." She motioned to the pasture on her side where three Mudsdale were stood motionless and staring at the new arrival. Devon, her most recently acquired Mudsdale, was amongst them. He was newer to the herd, but had quickly fought his way to leader of the others. He huffed in response to Caroline's overheard words.

"So who else have you brought along this time? Don't think I'll be doin' all the work for you, but I'll show you how to work with what you've got."

Zac Ramsay