For his part, Geddoe really doesn't care what anyone might think of his new partner.

Well, no, that's a lie. He's maybe just a little concerned that people might think that getting a closer look at the cute Pokémon is reason alone to approach him. Or worse, assume that the fact that he has such a Pokémon means that he's approachable. His gruff demeanor is no act, but it's also that way for a reason.

The Pichu, however, doesn't care what her new partner thinks, instead tilting her oversized little head at the sudden movement with a curious pichu?