[Instead of pulling away, Tooru let himself almost melt into his best friend, everything about him a calming presence. It was nothing new with them, they both got clingy ever since they were kids. Family in their own special way, best friends, and something Tooru wanted more.

But then he lets out a sniffly chuckle after he's let himself cry it out, and focuses on the hand in his hair.]

If auntie showed up she'd hug me first and ask how her favourite son was doing in dealing with her mean son! But you're right, she'd love this place and love the Pokémon. I miss her too.