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Ruby had to admit, Littleroot felt more like home than she had ever experienced in the Hoenn region so far. It was farther away from the major urban areas of the region, with a pleasant sort of "back-to-nature" feel that really reminded the girl of her home back in the Galar region. Her parents had a rather pretty house tucked away in the woods, with a beautiful garden, and everything they could have ever wanted was either just a short drive into town or around them. Laying down on the hills, watching the clouds roll by, it was a beautiful day. But unfortunately, the clouds in the sky weren't the reason she was here today. It was the clouds rolling around the ground all around her!

Or to be more accurate, the Wooloos! These precious sheep Pokémon were just about the cutest thing. Her mother had a Dubwool growing up, and the beautiful sheep's wool helped make all kinds of fabrics for their home, like blankets and sweaters, plus selling any excess was a worthwhile secondary income! However, for the lovely people of this ranch, it seemed like they were trying to use Wooloo as their primary income! The cute little guys were simply rolling about along the grass, nibbling their food, bumping into each other, it was intensely nostalgic for her.

Today, while stopping in town, she had even met the owner of the ranch! It seemed like he was going to go out of town for a while, heading to one of the bigger cities for shopping and needed someone, or multiple individuals to take over guard duty for a little while! Introducing new Pokémon into an environment meant that all sorts of predators would be trying to get at these beautiful bouncy boys. Of course, Ruby immediately agreed and he set off saying he'd send more help her way if he found anyone else willing. Either way, Ruby wasn't too upset. So far, it was peaceful, quiet, and overall relaxing.

Of course, she couldn't simply lay down and use one of the sweet, affectionate gals as a pillow, she had to keep her eyes out! Who knew when any thieves looking to take these adorable, fluffy friends away! Keeping her eyes open, Ruby simply walked amongst the flock, occasionally reaching down to gently pat one of the cute, cuddly critters who'd bump into her.

notes: Mission