[Track 1]: Route 29 || video

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--Oh, hey, it records!

[There's a pale, black-haired young woman on the network today, inspecting her new 'Gear. She has a little Noibat chilling in her mass of hair like an adorable bat-shaped barrette. She studies the Pokegear seriously for a moment or two before noticing something else:]

Oh snap, and it broadcasts! Sweet!

Hey! Barkeep guy! You were right, that Mom lady was really weird! She gave me a lot of snacks, though, so that's cool.

But, uh, I kind of. Already ate them all? Look, I got carried away, okay? Does anyone know if there's anything else to eat on, what is it, Route 29? Besides the berries, I mean. My girl here - [she gestures to her new Noibat pal] - really digs them buuuuuut I still think they seem kinda suspect. For me to eat, that is. Thanks, peeps!

[Marceline: Out!]

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[Well now, that's a familiar face!]

Oh! Hey!

[If Ass Rat is happy to see Marceline, Marceline is also happy to see Ass Rat!]

How's it going, girl? What've you got, there?

[adandyinspace]

[She yowls again, like she's totally ready to explain some citrus, but Dandy's voice calls out from a distance. Like he's really not going to notice his 'gear is missing. Ass Rat's plans go down the drain once her trainer snags back his 'gear AND fruit, giving her a very stern look.]

Excuse me, we aren't opening some kinda weird Pokemon black market for fruit here-

[He stops when he catches a glance at the feed, only to see it's that floaty chick from the weird weekend. Wonderful. He's of course a lot less deino-y than before, but his hair is just as stupid, so there's no denying who this could possibly be.

And he can't help but cock an eyebrow.]

Uuuhhhhhh, are you...trying to buy fruit off my rat?

[Because for some reason he won't shake this black market idea. Ass Rat is some sort of mastermind, it's the only explanation.]

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[Oh heeeeeeey, that's a familiar. Pompadour. Also voice. And attitude. This must be that weird little dino dog dude's real face.

....The dino dog was way cuter. What a disappointment.]

Iiiiiii wasn't aware that was an option, but now that you've said it, yes. Yes, I was.

Also, donuts, if they're available.

[adandyinspace]

[...Hm. On one hand, Dandy really wants to keep his things. The idea that his own Pokemon would betray him like this and try to sell stuff HE BOUGHT behind his back infuriates him in ways he can't explain. If Ass Rat wasn't his perfect purple angel, she'd be getting the boot already.



On the other, he also really likes money.]

Well, lucky for you, I think I can make that happen. I'll even let you pick out the flavor, y'know, after we discuss payment. How much you got? We ain't a charity over here, after all.

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[Ooooooooh wow this guy is a million times worse with a human face. Wow wow wow.

...Time to troll.]

I can offer one - [She holds up her index finger] - head pat.

[adandyinspace]

[Ass Rat can be seen in the background now that she no longer has control of the 'gear and makes a very concerned look. She really wants Marceline to get some food, but there's no way Dandy would accept an offer like that-]

Shit, really? You got yourself a deal, baby.

[Oh, well...never mind then. Dandy's horrible face only grows more horrible as he grins, like this is a victory for him somehow. Considering his terrible memory, there's a good chance he'll just forget about this anyway.

At least he tried to make money.]

Alright, lay it on me. What're you lookin' for?

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[She freezes for a moment in complete and utter disbelief - that actually worked?? - but only for a moment. The next moment, she's all smiles and (figurative) sunshine, absolutely going in for the win.]

Oh wow, awesome! Some of those tangerines would be super excellent, and my favorite donuts are the kind with frosting and sprinkles - extra points if the frosting is pink! And, uh, I dunno, what're some good camping snacks? Maybe some more of this trail mix - [She holds up an empty packet so he can see the label] - and some jerky?

What do you think? [She glances up and to the side, addressing the question to the Noibat still perched securely in her hair. The little bat's ears wiggle and it chitters something indistinguishable.]

Oh yeah, you got any sports drinks?

[adandyinspace]

Listen, I'm currently in the only city that has everything you could ever hope for. I can get you whatever your floaty little heart desires.

[What happened to making money? This is the opposite of making money. Ass Rat can only continue to look more concerned, if they keep adding stuff, will the pidgey even be able to carry it all?!]

Remember now, you got three days to make it to the next town. Better make this shopping trip count, 'cuz it's only one package per pat.

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Hmm, good point.

[She sees poor Ass Rat in the background, looking more and more concerned, and winks at her. Don't worry, sweet little lady, she's got this.]

What would you recommend?

[Somehow she suspects flattery will get her everywhere with this guy, so why the heck not, let's see what happens!]