The police are useless, then. Can't say I'm too surprised, they seem nice but ineffectual - no wonder this Team Rocket group operates freely. I'll see Miss Crocker in Goldenrod at some point - she sounds like a good contact to have either way. It's good to hear that there are people here who have a grip on things.

[This world seemed a bit too sweet on the surface, and it doesn't particularly surprise Paul that there's a darker underbelly. He's dealt with the threat of kidnapping and worse where he comes from, and he's not defenseless, but the other kid's advice to run seems good. Especially while both he and his parther aren't on their feet yet.]

I'll say this much - they'd better not touch Hulud. I won't let them have him. We look out for each other here.

[He strokes his partner's head protectively, and the Trapinch nuzzles him.]

How do you know about the punching? I'm guessing you've had a few brushes with these people yourself.

You're right - we should keep in touch. I can tell you anything interesting I learn or come across.