Remi's brow twitches in irritation.

"What is that noise?"

Her shoulder jumps, head tilts sharply so that her ear meets her shoulder. It is soon followed by a shaking of her head and a finger jammed in her ear. Only then does she realize that the incessant ringing noise isn't tinnitus or a result of her hangover. Instead, it is a couple of Chingling passing by.

Fortunately, their annoying presence is fleeting and Remi is left behind to her own thoughts. Somehow, it brings her relief.

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Remi chuckles, a low-in-the-throat cackle matched with her hands rubbing together in anticipation. This right here, the cute little blue bellied, paddle-tailed sea creature was exactly what she was looking for. A little birdie had mentioned they might be in high demand.

Why? Well, that wasn't really an issue, or her problem. She was probably going to get paid heavy for bringing them in. Or they'd stick around and become worthwhile partners for her own gain.

Regardless, the woman sends her two Sneasel off to separate one from the rest. No amount of slashing shells and squeals of outrage are a match for her Pokemon's speed and efficiency. Remi unlatches one of the safari-given balls, tossing it at the fainted critter.

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They follow the sound of squeaking and snuffling. What they find are a small gathering of adorable little Cyndaquil rooting around in the grass. One in particular inhales too much of the pollen or something, enough that elicits a sneeze. It's back lights up with flame and prompts a satisfied smirk from Remi.

"That's the one. You know what to do."

This time, naturally, the Sneasel have to work a bit harder to take down this target. The type difference between them are grave and have a window for injury. But they are practiced and properly trained, and they work seamlessly in tandem. They weave in and out and draw out the sneezy Cyndaquil, freezing out its flame just enough to weaken it. Giving the Pokemon a chill certainly did the trick.

Probably because these were babies, not fully-grown Pokemon. Regardless, they are successful and Remi steps in to finalize it.

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With an aggressive flap of wings, a green, doe-eyed Rowlet takes off from the boughs of a tree overhead, just as Remi rises from the Cyndaquil's pokeball. She pockets it and squints, watching where the Rowlet disappears.

"C'mon, kids. Let's get ourselves a little bird."

Her Sneasel chime in unison before taking off after the bird. Fortunately, a feather is left behind and the Pokemon is quite noisy, enough to follow it without much issue. But when they find the Rowlet, they quickly realize they're in for a struggle. Several LEAF BLADES are followed up immediately with a SHADOW SNEAK. Somehow, both of the Sneasel are nearly no match for one Rowlet. It is fast, determined, a fighter.

It's perfect.

One Sneasel has fainted when the Rowlet finally gives in. Remi returns her Pokemon to her hip alongside a capture attempt. She kneels next to her remaining Sneasel, one hand on his little shoulder. The Pokemon breathes heavily and she pulls the Sneasel into her arms and up onto her shoulder.

"Nice job. Bit sloppy, but it happens."

She winks.

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By the time Remi runs into her final catch of the evening, her remaining Sneasel is fast asleep on her shoulder. It doesn't even stir when the little golden puppy begins to bark at her, forcing her to take a step or two back.

"I did not sign up to get bitten today."

She fishes for a pokeball, continuing to back away from the vicious little mongrel. Naturally, she hasn't yet noticed the stash of berries that it's protecting. But it doesn't matter because she quickly takes care of the situation. She treats the Growlithe similarly to the Meowth she has at home.

Everytime the Growlithe lunges forward, the woman sprays it with a squeeze of her Kingdra squirter. It's a real live Pokemon, sure, but it douses the puppy in a spray of water every time Remi gives a little squeeze. It seems indignant and irritable when she ultimately returns it in favor of capturing the Growlithe-- but it worked.

"Wonderful, let's go home."

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