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Looking around the entrance, Desiree sighed as she thought to herself for a moment that she may have shown up at just the wrong time- maybe Thomas was out running errands or something, or maybe he had more serious matters to be tending to. At least, until the mass of Audino and Eevee encompassed her body with kind and comforting demeanors. Smiling, she'd lower herself to rest in a squat and try to pet as many as she possibly could- and Arcanine would appear to be in pure bliss as Florges rubbed his belly, wiggling back and forth as its feet would mimic a run, though upside down.[break][break]

A fluffier-looking Audino in comparison to the others had approached Desiree and extended a feeler, which she would not hesitate to allow to feel her heartbeat. It would be beating just a tad over normal rates, as she was curious and excited amidst the friendly pokemon. They were all so cute! Her emotions additionally would read as longing for her acquaintance, as she had no idea if Thomas was home or not, but nevertheless, she was soaking up the moment just as much as the Arcanine.[break][break]

Noticing the fluffy Audino had extended its arms outward as if it wished for a hug, the pinkette would do the same with a big smile on her face. "You're so precious~! Come 'ere~" She'd encourage, wrapping her arms around the fluffy pink pokemon and resting there for a moment before withdrawing. The ranch's signs all pointed toward her being in the right place, but if for some reason there was a mimicry of Thomas's countryside abode, she hoped that the owner wouldn't be upset with her for loving all of their pokemon. But paranoid thoughts were paranoid thoughts, and she wasn't typically the one to get an address wrong. Giving all the pokemon little pets if they were to accept, she'd now be sitting within their circle crisscrossed and would giggle in joy due to the cuteness factor.

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The Clefairy that floated next to the pinkette stared up at one of the many glistening waterfalls, in awe of the view she could now retain in her evolved form. Today Desiree had brought her out for a little mini celebration of opulence, as the once Cleffa had finally found the courage to touch the moon stone that had been waiting for her; it was always available on the trainer's bedside table, but the idea of evolution was seemingly overwhelming for the fairy. That was, until this morning. Now having sprouted little wings and retained much more prevalent cosmic energies, Starlight was soaking up every minute she could spend at her favorite place in Hoenn. As for Desiree, she'd continue the serendipitous walk the two were on, cigarette held between her fingers.[break][break]

Unbeknownst to the dainty fairy type, Desiree had entertained the idea of coming to this crater-ridden passageway for a bit of training against wild dragons, or at least the rumored to be here ones. A Google search here and there out of curiosity, there were a few mentions online of dragon sightings, a type of pokemon she wished to encounter on behalf of Clefairy. It would provide opportunities for Starlight to use her newfound potential in battling to a new level, and perhaps a few new friends to add to the horde.[break][break]

Landing upon the idol's extended arm, the two would continue their walk and point at sparkling crystalline structures and the mist emanating off the waterfalls in awe. "Look over there, Starlight- it's a rose quartz cluster on the wall~! ♡" Desiree would point up a bit into the distance, where the walls would curve up into the rocky ceiling. Calling out to the crystal with an adorable cry, Clefairy would point as well and look back to the fairy trainer, overly enthused. Though, their gaze would soon flutter to the sound of a set of splashes in the water and noises that read of irritation, prompting curiosity in both of their minds.[break][break]

Finding the source a bit up on the path near a pool of shimmering cavern water, Desiree would keep her distance a bit. "Hihi~! Are you feeding the fishies in this pool? If you'd like some help, we'd love to~ ♡" She'd smile, waving at the redhead with curiosity in her eyes, of which Clefairy would soon follow suit. For a couple of seconds, Desiree wondered just where she had seen this stranger before, but it didn't take longer than half a minute for her to realize that they had matched on amigo. Though, all she could remember was the face, not the name or bio tied to it. Even though she wouldn't mention where she thought she had seen her before, the thought of braving the passageway of falls and gems with another was exciting, especially for the celebrating fairy type.[break][break]

"I feel like I've seen you somewhere before, but I've got no idea. ♡" A lie would leave her lips to avoid embarrassment, though she'd continue to smile, extending her pack and lighter outwards towards the stranger. "If you'd like a cigarette, take one~! I've got a full pack~."[break][break]

Desiree was curious if she'd take one, as every single person she offered one to since she came to Hoenn politely declined. But her real curiosity was on the cavern's edges and up in the falls, as she hoped a dragon type would make itself known.

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Acrylic nails of pink tapping on the table, Desiree would smile with a glimmer of enthusiasm in her eyes. "You're on, I've been wanting to go to the clubs here in Slateport ever since I got here~! ♡ I'm excited it'll be with you." Taking a good look into his eyes, she would let out a tiny chuckle in response to his question- she had only had a long-lasting relationship with romantics once, being that with Oracelies close to four years prior, a similar setting to the one she was in and all. Both artists, but both just starting out in the world of sound and synthesizers. But Callan seemed different, much more genuine, and those years of experience in the industry in Kalos allowed her to witness some real shit go down when it came to scumbags like Bernstein. The man that sat beside her seemed to be nothing of the sort in the slightest, and she found solace in that, swirling her tea in fascination.[break][break]

"Oh, yeah, I'm single~." She'd slowly raise the vape to her lips, wondering if he would say the same. But after all, why would he be asking the question if he wasn't? Besides, she would have definitely heard a mention somewhere if he was; Callan was a prominent figure in the industries here in Hoenn, so tabloids would have definitely captured anything of the sort, the pinkette was sure of it. Excitement would build in her stomach as they would listen to the songs, those same shimmering butterflies from the first day that she had met Callan, and they would soon spread their wings.[break][break]

As they would dance, Desiree wrap her arms around his neck and rest them upon his shoulder blades, becoming one with her meticulous creation of fluctuating soundwaves. It felt like magic, her crystalline fragments swaying with the resonant movements of the pair. Dancing like this was new, Desiree had reserved these things for nights out with the girls and behind her turntable at live performances. Smiling as the song would conclude, she would begin to let out her joyous laugh, following Callan as they would go back to the chairs.[break][break]

The guitarist's words felt nothing short of affirming in any and all ways possible, causing her to blush ever so slightly as she would take it all in. Callan's words were true, so true that they kind of allowed intrusive thoughts to seep into the cracks for just a moment- but she would suppress them with extreme effort. In an attempt to distract herself during her time recovering after the hospital, Desiree tried to push the dark veil of grim misfortune that cloaked her recent past out, and in that attempt she created six of the ten songs- 'Us Ephemeral' and '3NDL3SS' were made before, while 'Sunscreen' and 'Infatuation' were made just days before the charity mixer. But it was to no surprise that the other six read to have hints of darkness hidden deep inside them; she was just glad that Callan recognized them to be engaging, and would smile.[break][break]

Holding her hands together in her lap as she'd listen to his initial thoughts wrap up, she'd look toward him with a blushy face and a minimal smile, holding back just everything she had wished to elaborate on as to why. "I went through some shit when I made most of those songs, at least, other than the last two," Desiree would speak a bit quieter than before, but would look up towards him and smile through all of those dark, endless thoughts, ".. but that's a story for another day. Thank you for saying I'm sweet, that means more to me than you'll ever know. I'm glad you like it. ♡" [break][break]

Callan proved to be good at helping her bury those repetitive thoughts organically, great even, as his thoughts on the potential b-side songs caused Desiree to smile with a flourishing blush upon her cheeks. "I made them for a little preview to whoever I'd end up wanting to inquire further with that day, but honestly, I'm so so thankful it went to you instead of anyone else I met. ♡" Her eyes would flutter towards his as she'd continue to smoke her fruity e-cigarette, the rose gardens between her white streaks of tattooed picket fences manifesting further on her cheeks. Sunscreen was quite the intimate song when dedicated to another, but frankly, his words felt like they were pushing her closer and closer to addressing the Phanphy in the back of her mental room.[break][break]

"I'd love to show it to them too, and yeah~!" She'd continue to look into his eyes, twirling a long strand of pink waves within her ring-adorned fingers. "Honestly, it came to me when I started heading home after we met and I gave the letter to you. It's like.. I just felt so many butterflies in my stomach when I was leaving, so many they felt like they were shimmering, and the name manifested with it. It felt right- but really, you're the one to thank for the name, so thank you." Her cerulean optics would appear like they had depth into them, reminiscing on that moment, that feeling- but it never really went away, it had been there and stayed there since Callan made Bernstein fuck right off. It was a beautiful distraction, not only being able to face new opportunities in the name of Teravolt but to have been able to meet the guitarist with charisma running wild.[break][break]

"Thank you, Callan. ♡¸.•'" She'd lean up against the table resting with her elbow, continuing to face him with a soft gaze, feeling the flutter of the butterfly wings persist.

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Arriving in the streets of the quaint Verdanturf Town, Desiree held onto her Arcanine's saddle firmly as it would gracefully gallop through the streets, not too fast or not too slow. Time had finally lent itself to join her side, and with that, she wanted nothing more than to take her friend Thomas's invitation head first. It was almost three weeks since she had spent time with him on Route 120, and frankly, so many things had happened in such little time. She had plenty of stories to tell him if he was willing to listen; at least, if he was at the ranch.[break][break]

Dropping by without really any notice, as she had forgotten to give him the card with her socials and number on it, the trip wouldn't be all in vain if he wasn't at the Duvet Ranch. New towns that she had yet to visit were new experiences, and there was limitless potential in nepotism money. But Beanbean the Arcanine wanted nothing more but to play and meet new friends, a gentle beast of flame and fluff. Finding the entrance, she would slip through ever so gently, looking around at the expanse of greenery that engulfed her vision.[break][break]

Twiddling her thumbs and raising her vape to her lips, she'd breathe outwardly and give a firm knock on what she presumed to be the entrance of Duvet Ranch. The address matched the card's, but she couldn't help but wonder if she was on the closed premises of another. "Hello~? I came to visit, Thomas~! ♡" Her eyes would peer around for a bit, hoping she'd spot a few of his familiar pokemon but to no avail. The area was exquisitely stunning with its quiet natural feel, so much so that she still felt relaxed, even with the uncertainty she was in the right place at the right time. Arcanine would roll around on his back while his trainer waited for an answer, like a little baby puppy.

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With sunlight beating down upon her cheeks, Desiree would smile as Jade's words would break through the ocean's mist. Sea glass was sea glass, which was exciting in its own way, but the excitement that resonated within her soul was directed toward the fairy she had encountered. With the affirmation of making a new friend on Jade's part, she couldn't help but think of all the new things she would encounter with the wild Hattrene- especially the wavering fairy magics she'd be able to teach her Cleffa. And she wore such a cute hat, even if it was technically a part of her body![break][break]

"I know, right~? I'm so excited to have her be a part of my life, she's quite the match~! ♡" curiosity would fill her gaze as she would look around for the glimmer he had referenced spotting within the depths, but to no avail, "Well it's a good thing I think I've got my fill of sparkly glass~! This bag should last me maaybe ten windchimes worth. Now it's time to look for some seashells~." Eyes on the horizon, she'd wonder just how many seashells were in this part of the ocean alone; there had to be at least a thousand, maybe twenty. Desiree wanted the big ones for the most part though, those spiral-designed multi-colored ones.[break][break]

Reaching up onto one of the saddle pockets for a quick hit of her vape, the pinkette's eyes would wander back toward her fellow musician only to spot his pursual of a friendly-looking baby pokemon. A water-type for sure, she was oh so curious about what kind of a species it was, but it was certainly adorable, and she would giggle in excitement as it would prove to be a successful catch on Jade's end. "Look, you made a new adorable friend as well! I've never seen that kind of pokemon before- oh?"[break][break]

As she would speak, her eyes would wander toward a little bobbing thing in the distance that seemed to be approaching rather rapidly. Though, it wasn't moving- it was being sucked deeper into the sea by the current, resting still on its side. Drifting by the two, it would appear none other than a violet and cerulean wild pokemon, but it looked to be injured. Missing a few of its spikes, and having a few which seemed rather out of place, its face remained emotionless and still. Unbeknownst to the fairy-type trainer, it was a paralyzed Mareanie, given the fate to float out its temporary stillness due to the consumption of broken-off Pincurchin spines.[break][break]

A hand digging through the pocket, she knew that inside the bottom compartment was a little glass jar of what Desiree liked to call 'megamix,' containing the contents of drained health potions, a full heal, and sticky jelly. Swimming the short gap between herself and the bobbing wild pokemon, she'd scoop out some of the contents into her palm- and with the help of the reigning sunlight, it would slip right off and land on the water type's head, quickly absorbing into its skin.[break][break]

"Are you alright, little guy?" She'd ask with caution, the movement quickly returning to Mareanie's body. It would realize the predicament it was in and would back up a bit, peering at Desiree with its eyes breaking the surface. "You're looking better~! ♡ Don't be shy, you've got nothing to fear." Its eyes would blink in curiosity, surprisingly expressing gratitude rather than the mean disposition its species was known for. But blissful ignorance was a perk in this moment, as Desiree had never had the opportunity to encounter the brutal star pokemon ever before.[break][break]

Raising a pokeball from the saddle pack, Desiree would toss it toward the Mareanie, encapsulating its body with white light before the ball would begin to bob on the ocean's surface pending the capture's success or failure. While this would occur, Desiree would reach into the bag once more and pull out two bottles of water and would toss one towards Jade, because hydration was definitely a priority on summer days- and passing out would not be the vibe. "Drink up~! We've gotta stay hydrated if we're gonna be in the sun for this long~!" She'd joyously exclaim, drinking to her heart's content.

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Arms extended in full as the words and sight of Sven would appear to reciprocate the friendly launch, one of those bubbly squeals of delight would emanate from Desiree, excited more than ever to see an old friend. Cleffa, on the other hand, would experience more of the middle of an ice cream sandwich scenario, but would attempt to hug both of them during its unintentionally restrained disposition, laughing with joy. It wasn't like the fairy type had ever met the fellow musician, but hugs were hugs! Bobbing down to sit on Desiree's shoe after the two would quit the fairy sandwich, the pink pokemon would begin to peer towards Sven in fascination.[break][break]

"It's so good to see you again; and hiii Zircon, nice to meet you~! ♡" She'd exclaim in fascination, raising her hand out for it to take a sniff or rub up, or nothing at all, whatever was necessary to make the pokemon feel more comfortable. Though she had never spotted one of these fossil-type pokemon in the wild ever, Desiree had recognized it from somewhere- but it wasn't easily placeable. It was most likely a blessing that she had been unable to realize that her father's archaeology cohorts had companions of the same species. Even though it was definitely a more intimidating one, Sven's was, well, with Sven. And she wasn't getting over how nice it was to see him, especially in these foreign lands.[break][break]

Lighting up a cigarette and taking a drag, the pinkette would pick up the Cleffa and hold it to get a clearer picture of Sven, Honedge following suit in its movement. "This is Starlight the Cleffa, and this is Divine the Doublade! They both insisted to come with us to Meteor Falls, I believe this little one wants to find some meteor bits." Starlight would raise her hands outward toward the musician within Desiree's arms, expressing just how excited she was for a new friend and crystalline trip.[break][break]

"Shall we get going in? I'm so excited to catch up. ♡ Oh, and I brought some rock candy if you'd like~!" Picking up the box that was upon the resting rock, she would open it and stretch it out towards Sven. Purse in check on her shoulder, she was all ready for a gemstone hunt- and not the ones made of sugar.

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Descending from the spiral staircase leading up into the treehouse apartment, Desiree would peek through the little peephole when she heard the voice, looking down and glancing back up from her phone with his images pulled up. She had not had someone come over so spontaneously like this, well, ever- and it felt kinda weird, almost like she was setting herself up for disaster. But unlike the others on amigo that wished for flings filled with desire, she had arranged a little playdate with DEREK HOFFMAN 's little Jonesy. Not like she wasn't expecting a turn if it would come to it, but it wasn't like she was itching for something that special. Truffle the Chespin had a playdate to get to.[break][break]
A small creak from the door would manifest as she'd open it, slipping her phone into a small pocket of her shorts. "Oh, hi~! ♡" her voice would manifest quietly but warm, scanning him up and down with her cerulean eyes. At least he wasn't a catfish, but then again, it was a first impression. "It looks like I'm underdressed, but I like the tie~" A yawn would manifest from her lips, releasing a tiny sleepy stretch once realizing just how tired she was. Wearing a fluffy pajama set of all white, if he had a good nose, she would smell like the tiniest bit of wine.[break][break]

"Jonesy's such a cutie, Truffle is gonna have so much fun~ Come in! Get cooomfy~" Her voice would sound a bit tired, but she'd hold the door open that led to the winding staircase with vines and crystals winding up its railing. A large chamber lit by dim pink lights and little trinkets on the shelves, it would appear to have walls made of winding branches formed to keep the outside out, but with a few modifications, they would appear to be the colors of silver and white. The upstairs would be the same, an open floorplan with plush and modern pink and white cushions resembling sweets and furniture resembling stars and strawberries.[break][break]

Turning towards the stranger as they would approach the end of the stairs, and having just entered the living room, the Chespin would sit in the middle of the room on a mini-cushion looking toward the television. A nature documentary would be on the screen. "I hope coming here wasn't too much of a hassle, my apartment's kinda hard to find~ Do you smoke or drink? ♡"

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Desiree taking his hand without hesitation, she'd smile and stand with his reinforcement, crystals shimmying back and forth from her lustrous dress. The recording studio would be down a floor, not the longest venture; the giant mushroom bag would slip onto her elbow while she would hold onto the teacup, taking a big gulp before joining him on the walk. And don't even think that she would forget her vape, that was definitely out of the question.[break][break]

Smoke billowing out of her lips on the walk down the steps, she would look at the embellished mounts of guitars and recording equipment lining the walls, impressed by just how intricate some had appeared. Before long they would be in the comfortable studio, and just prior to sitting down in a plush chair near the master seat, she would hang the bag on a little hanger near the door. It had been quite some time since she had been in an official recording studio, not the mini one resting in the corner of her treehouse apartment, and it felt great. Not only itching her brain in nostalgia but also excitement.[break][break]

Adjusting herself in the chair, her gem beads would glitter just as before in the dim lighting. "Yes, I've got a free schedule for the rest of the day, so I'd love that~! ♡" She'd insist, mentally pushing back her plans to get a mani-pedi and some booze from the liquor store. Priorities were priorities, and getting to spend more time with Callan would certainly be nothing short of a good time.[break][break]

Listening to the songs that would play from the flash drive, she would sway back and forth with the music, humming some of the tunes here and there. Though some of the songs were purely electronic rather than lyrical, all of their files would appear heavily embellished with loads of sound layers- she had a habit of forgetting to merge them once she was done editing, as sometimes last-minute changes were inevitable. Desiree hoped more than anything that they would be to Callan's liking, especially when it came to the last two bonus songs that she hesitated placing onto the queue for various reasons.[break][break]

"I'm a bit hesitant about the last two because I feel they don't fit the melancholic vibe the other songs do, but I'm still just as obsessed with them," she'd express softly, looking at the list of songs on the computer while her nails would tap on the table, "..I've been thinking of naming the album 'Shimmering Butterfly' or something similar! Does that sound fitting enough? ✧" Open to suggestions and tweaks, especially on the name, she would take a long drag of her vape as she'd look toward Callan, curious of any reception he may give.

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A hand on her knee as she would reach down and slip the Furfrou-containing ball into her purse, the idol would smile as she would return back to Tropius' side. Thomas had seemed to have dealt with the approaching wild beast of a Krookodile with ease, or at least his pokemon of commanding presence did- and it was relieving to watch, even if Desiree only got the tail end of the encounter within her gaze. Brushing off the dirt that had managed to get up on the saddle of the grass type, she would turn around at her new friend's words.[break][break]

"You have a ranch? ♡ That's so cool, I'd love to come visit sometime~!" she'd curiously and excitedly exclaim, her eyes shining under the newfound sun rays that were now invisible, "..and I've been meaning to arrange a meeting with Alexei, now that I'm all settled into my new place in Fortree. Maybe you could tell him for me?" A hopeful demeanor would come out, as that would save her the lazy hassle of sending an email. The thought of visiting a little quaint ranch on a day off sounded super relaxing though, so she couldn't help but be looking forward to it as she took the card and placed it in her wallet.[break][break]

In flight, a little wild Swablu would flutter across the sky with its cloud wings looking through its beaded eyes to find a place to rest. It was a familiar pokemon to the pinkette as her sister had managed to make one her partner pokemon; she knew just how social they made themselves to be with humans, often using their heads as a little perch when in need. And it would do just that, swooping down and landing on Desiree's pink top of her head in curiosity.[break][break]

Giggling quietly to herself as she stood beside Thomas, she would attempt to peer upwards without moving her head too much. Making eye contact for a moment, the wild dragon type would remain still as Desiree would reach through her bag and quickly yet quietly rummage. Pulling a small multicolored berry from a pocket, she would raise it up to the fluffy cloud pokemon and give it as a gift. Swablu would begin to munch at it, holding it in its tiny talons and taking it apart piece by piece.[break][break]

Raising a pokeball to its side as it would continue to munch down, she would press it against the cloudy wings in an attempted capture. Bobbing in her hands, which had moved to cup it for it to tick in peace, Desiree would look down at it and then back up at Thomas as he would begin his journey to visit the Foretree Gym Leader.[break][break]

Smiling at his kind words prompting their departure, she would look just as forward to her upcoming visit to the ranch as she would seeing the outcome of this attempted capture. "I look forward to meeting the little babies, that's so sweet. Thank you for the cigarette light, I'm so happy I could find a friend on my midday wander; stay in touch, okay? I'll see you soon at the ranch, Thomas~!"[break][break]

Climbing on top of the Tropius while the capture would pend a success or a fail, Desiree's free hand would meet the reign of the grass type, ready to blast off to head to the nearest big city. It was about time for a nail touchup, and if the line was short, a boba milk tea. But that wouldn't fulfill her happiness as just meeting a new friend in Hoenn did, as Thomas would technically be her first in this new foreign region.

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