[ Arthur makes a half move to stop Jiraiya from climbing, quickly switching instead to offer support of the kid needed it. It's a little too sudden for his old bones but it works out when no one topples over.

But the little Deerling doesn't stop his pursuit when the Frogadier is hidden away. No, it only encourages him to jump up on the teen's leg and call out to the other creature. ] Now, hey— [ He lets out a sharp whistle before: ] John! [ It gets his Pokémon's attention with a small bleat but he still snaps his fingers and points beside himself. ] C'mere; stop harassin' them.

[ John hops off Yosuke and trots back to Arther with an apologetic look. ] Don't— [ He sighs and after a moment taps his leg to invite the Deerling up, petting his head when he excitedly starts wiggling his tail and stretched up to him. ] Well, he's been good. If not nosey. Loud. But... well-meaning. [ He ruffles his ears. ] Been lookin' out for me, I guess.