There was obvious relief in her features when he recognized Sharona. Both of them seemed pleased to see him, and that he remembered them at the same time. It was good to see old friends, even if Deerington was an awful place.

As her Absol preened, she smirked. "They're better at it sometimes, but I think this one is just a kid," she said, smiling down at them. "What do you say we let them go with a stern reprimand and steal their mask?"