[Another laugh as he straightens up his stance and returns his attention to Emporio. He is just tickled pink by this smug Pokemon who clearly knows how to get his way.]

I'd say you can't call it a glitch because it probably does them more harm than good. I mean, that situation at the gym sounds like a good strategy to me.

[Louie's mood is redirected away from amusement, however, when Emporio mentions he might be traveling in Johto. His thoughts immediately turn to the potential of them traveling together, mostly because they've both been traveling alone for months now-- Not to mention both just discussing how it's nice to have someone to talk to. Of course, he's not about to suggest that! Not without reading the situation a little more, at least. Getting in too deep is a risky move in his book, but he's also learned that sometimes it's a risk worth taking.]

Oh, yeah? I remember you mentioned having some badges from Johto. You think you'd pick back up with that?