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[In New Bark Town, if anyone is still around, you might find a somewhat frustrated man - tossed back into his Navy uniform for who knows what reason - prodding at his PokeGear, a Wingull perched on his shoulder as if it was the most natural place for it to be. Despite the fact that the man seems to have no idea what to do with the machine, the Wingull, on the other hand, seems to have been accepted with no problem whatsoever.]

... Aha. Is this how it works? Clever. It seems it's more than a simple telephone, Gen.

[The Wingull makes a squawk, at which point Kinzo offers the PokeGear up, allowing the Wingul to lean down and inspect the device. After a few very serious moments of contemplation, the Wingull resumes its place on Kinzo's shoulder, squawks again, then nods in agreement. Kinzo seems to accept this response, since he smirks and chuckles - tossing the PokeGear in the air and catching it, feeling more confident in it now.]

Quite an intelligent bird. I really will have to find out where I can get more like you for the family once I return to Odaware. You're already proving to be quite useful. Now then, shall we see just how useful this is?

[At this point, Kinzo flips on the [VIDEO] function of the PokeGear, greeting viewers with his devilishly handsome ~~Battlerface~~ along with that of his Wingull's curious, but patient, stare. Kinzo is silent for a few moments, looking over the PokeGear as if he's sizing it up, and after he's made a decision, he nods.]

Yes... Yes, it appears to be recording now. I'm not really familiar with this kind of technology, but here it is, exisiting in my hands, so I can't exactly refute its existence, can I? That is, assuming I've not gone mad after all.

In any case...

My name is Ushiromiya Kinzo, and I am the Head of the Ushiromiya Family. [a pause] If there is anyone out there who can give me any information regarding where I am now or, more importantly, how I can return to Odawara... [Kinzo chuckles, flashing the camera a grin]

I promise that you will be rewarded for it.

[And with that, with all the flare and dramatics that one would expect of Ushiromiya Kinzo, he snaps the PokeGear shut and off in a swift movement, ending the video feed. For those still in New Bark, however, Kinzo opens the PokeGear again a few moments later and lets out a relieved sigh.]

... Good. That wouldn't have been nearly as effective if it hadn't actually turned off.

[Gen squawks one last time in agreement, giving a nod, and Kinzo heads off to investigate the town while he awaits a response.]

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[... Somehow, he's not surprised. Brat.]

At least explain as to how you know of me. You do know of me, am I right? I don't usually spend time with the likes of children like yourself.

Right, right, of course, Goldsmith.

No. No, it's still Kinzo at this time, isn't it? Ushiromiya. Just consider me a friend of Beatrice's.

Goldsmith...? [Now THAT shoots the eyebrow way, way up. Not that many people should know about the gold yet, and certainly, no friend of Beatrice's should know he has it. Still not particularly... buying this, Kinzo stays on his guard.

... But, come on. This is still merely a child, isn't it?]

And how do you define friend, if I may ask?

Oh, no, no. I'm not going to make it so easy. This is a once-in-the-lifetime-of-the-universe opportunity. I want to watch you and giving out too much information would ruuuin that.

...You're more polite than Battler, though. I wonder if that's a good thing?

[He's silent for a few moments, thinking over his words carefully.] ... You're playing some kind of game with me then. I see. I can't say I understand why, but... [a wry smile] It sounds like not giving me information is another of your goals? Hoh. Are you the one behind this? Or just a child that's been here a bit longer than I? [he shakes his head, chuckling] Not that I could expect a proper answer if you were either.

[Hmmm.] "Battler" again. Just who is this Battler and how are they relevant in all of this?

That can be your first step in solving this mystery. I'm sure it won't take long for you to learn the answer, but I look forward to seeing just how long.

Oh, why not? I'll give you a hint. All the people here that recognize you, no matter what they say or what they are, are all tied together--you yourself included--by Battler.

Well, Battler and a certain someone else.

Hopefully not too long. I do have things to take care of after all. [As he says that, though, the non-DESIIIIIIAAAAH part of Kinzo is extremely curious and intruiged by all of this. He wants to know more.]

This Battler character must be someone important... And this other someone as well. [Now this earns him a laugh.] Hmmm. I'll just have to start with one piece at a time. So I'll start with the one I know the name of. Battler.

Just who does he think he is, trying to ursurp the Head in terms of importance? I'll have to show him a thing or two.

[He obviously doesn't mean it literally, but if this girl's words are to be taken truthfully, well... Maybe Battler is the key to his returning to Bice? He has deemed her a "Witch" after all.]

You're just as melodramatic as he is...

You haven't given up, howled like a walrus, or mentioned breasts yet, but I can still see the resemblance.

... [This earns her a rather flat look.]

He'd mention that kind of thing even in front of a child like yourself? Even if you are involved in some kind of nasty plot, that's rather...

[Older than old school morality here. He may have turned into a crazy sexist when Beato died and he got anal on his kids (Or DID he? Epi~taaaaph~) but that's just not cool, Battler dude.]

The more I here of him, the more and more I grow weary. ... You two must have been close.

Kid. Right. He talks about anything in front of anyone.

[ Fuck bragging about being a witch, she is going to have far too much fun slandering Battler's name. ]

But don't mistake familiarity with closeness! I don't like that incompetent pervert at all, ts~un~!

In some cases, that's an amiable trait. In this case...

[Kinzo raises a brow at the change in her expression, a smirk coming to his lips.]

Is that so? I'm beginning to wonder about that.

AUGH! No, I take it all back! You really are just as bad as he is.

ADULT, ADULT!

[... Well this venture seems to be a bust. He does want to make one thing clear though.]

Don't compare me to him. I dislike it already.

--Right!

I'll keep that in mind. Keke.

I'm sure you will.

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