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[thatwasnotmyintent]

[Is it any wonder that Commander Handsome is one of the first to perfect the use of the new video equipment? After all, dramatic speeches are so much more effective when he can showcase his cheekbones to their full potential.

Except now he's keeping it short and sweet, preoccupied with other matters, clearly:]

It seems recent events have sparked an...admirable rush of civic pride. I encourage anyone who is interested to see about applying for the Scouting Corps. We can always use Rangers with your sort of passion and drive.

As for everyone else -- continue to serve Union and humanity whole-heartedly.

[A brief salute to end this...clearly-rehearsed speech, and the video flickers off.]

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[thatwasnotmyintent]

[She does indeed need to sit and wait -- but while she does, she's approached by a Houndour. At least, it's a Houndour in theory. In reality it's very bizarrely proportioned, drooling copiously and wagging it's tail so hard that it's hind quarters keep flopping over.

It's also approaching her rapidly, with a look of pure joy on it's face.]

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[makeitquick]

[ Well.

Didn't see that coming.

...

Well, she just will remain sitting here, stoically. Then it might not cause problems for her. Yeah ]

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[stahlflugel]

At least one other! But I think maybe you've talked to him already... Sora?

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[thatwasnotmyintent]

[Weird Pokedog is entirely undaunted by Melaka's lack of reaction. He'll flail and wiggle his way over, then attempt to climb onto the couch next to her, whining pathetically when he's unable to.]

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[thatwasnotmyintent]

-- ah, yes, with the... [Vague hand gesture meant to reference Sora's unusual hairstyle.]

[springcleaning]

Your head does look like an egg.

Yeah. He's scrawny, but he's probably good for something.

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[tagteams]

I know it's a terrible possibility, but I'm afraid it might be true. [She points to the Rufflet.]

He was attacked by men a few weeks ago. Men far off in the northwest, trying to use him to bring other Pokémon to them. He escaped, but they badly injured his wing when I found him in the forest.

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[thatwasnotmyintent]

I see. [Erwin's expression darkens considerably at this.]

Then...clearly, we are not dealing with benign adversaries.

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[tagteams]

If we do investigate in that direction, everyone should use extreme caution and don't go alone. We don't know much about them, especially their power.

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[thatwasnotmyintent]

Precisely. And they must report back immediately and keep all information confidential.

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[stahlflugel]

The hair, yeah.

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[makeitquick]

[ ... ] Seriously, what're you doing? Get off.

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[notthatjason]

[You might think such a statement would deter Jason.

You would also be wrong.]

Duly noted.

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[thatwasnotmyintent]

[Erwin approves of this mindset, indicated by his minute nod.] I look forward to seeing you at training camp, then?

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[thatwasnotmyintent]

[The most woeful of expressions goes here. One of the many soldiers passing through is kind enough to mention: That's the Commander's Houndour. Sorry about the drool.]

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[tagteams]

Right. If Valor remembers anything else, I will be sure to report the details to you.

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[makeitquick]

[ The Commander's? She mutters an awkward thanks to the soldier before turning her attention back to the dog in front of her. If it's the Commander's it must be a lot more impressive than it looks ... And in light of that, she's probably supposed to be treating it nice... er ]

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[makeitquick]

[ ...

... So she'll just pat it on the head ]

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[thatwasnotmyintent]

[Gunsmoke flops onto her lap, panting and slobbering in bliss. He's...not hiding any secret impressive talents. He's really that goofy.

Fortunately, though, Erwin takes this moment to step out from his office, spotting his wayward Houndour and sparing a chuckle.]

You have a friend, Fray.

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[makeitquick]

Seems like.

[ She tries to hide her annoyance as she says that. Because for real? For real. This is gross ]

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[thatwasnotmyintent]

[Erwin chuckles mildly, bending down to scoop up the Houndour in one arm.]

Well. Shall we?

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[makeitquick]

Yes sir.

[ UGH. That would be the word, right? Seems logical. With the dog collected, she stands too and makes ready to follow him wherever ]

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[notthatjason]

I will be there bright and early, sir.

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[thatwasnotmyintent]

[He strides into his office, which is very simple for a high-ranking officer, setting the Houndour on a pillow in the corner, then settling down behind his desk.]

Please, make yourself comfortable. What made you want to join the Rangers? [This is said in the same breath.]

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[makeitquick]

[ Whoa. She doesn't think of sit and instead just sort of crosses her arms and keeps standing for a moment because it would be rude to lean against the wall. Uh. She feels weird to be here, though the fact it is not austere really helps matters. Even if it does feel out of place for her with her piercings and tattoos and other remnants of her earlier life. ]

'Cus I wanted to make a difference. I hadn't been doing much for years, then I got inspired to give it a shot.