Celosia Trading Company: Storefront

”Ah, you must be thinking of the ashen badlands my friend. No, the absol has been seen to run north, so I assume no gear is needed unless he runs that way to shake us from his tail. You might need the gear after all then.” The red lady hated when she was unprepared. But then again, she went to Zandrophin for his skill. She was afraid they would have to comb through the entire mountain surface, and it was by far the largest mountain in Asemon. [colore=red]”Bring something to deflect heat. It gets hotter the closer to the sun you get, and even closer to the volcanic peak. My charizard often like to visit, and I can only last about three days before the heat takes me.”[/color] She was one of the few people who knew what a slow roasting felt like. And she always welcomed Prasha, especially if he had food.

"Very good work, Prasha." Zandrophin said, "Doing your part to make the garden even more beautiful. I appreciate it. Now listen...we're going on a little expedition...an old-school snag job, if you remember how to do those. We're going after an Absol. You interested, old boy?"

Knowing that Prasha was eager to get out and go exploring as well...Zandrophin continued,

"We'll need something that can deflect heat. The HAZMAT container should have something to that effect, I think. Go run and see...then come right back. Go ahead and have the breathers ready, as well."

As Prasha took off, Zandrophin turned back to Lady Akane and asked,

"You said 'us', Highness...'as a way to shake us from his trail'...do you plan on accompanying Prasha and myself?"

Prasha ran up to great the duo. He was careful to only bow a little this time, which made the red lady smile. She even suggested that Prasha put some feebas in the pond.

”I know they’re not pretty, but when they evolve they will make your garden truly standout.” She smiled sweetly.

Zandrophin continued to give Prasha instructions. He asked about the we she mentioned.

”Dear Zandrophin, do you think me too weak to chase the creature myself? But to your question my answer is no. my guards and I have chased it twice now but it always gets away from us. That is why I have come to you. You are sneaky, not clunky and trailblazers like my guards.” She laughed at the memory of her guards tromping and sliding down the mountain’s surface, while the graceful creature easily hopped away.

Prasha returned with two suits. He was intelligent and a hard worker. Akane hypothesized introducing him to one of the many available ladies in her castle. He would be snapped up quickly. She giggled and walked over to Prasha.

”Besides Zandrophin, Prasha only brought two suits!” She laughed and walked towards the exit. Before leaving, she turned back to the duo. ”Any questions before I take my leave?” She was most grateful he took the job, and even brought Prasha along. His enthusiasm gave her hope.

The red lady gave a slight heh at Zandrophin’s comment about his pay. She had mentioned extra than usual due to its dangerous nature. She knew Zandrophin was not overly greedy, but she would let him set the price this round.

”Zandrophin as I stated earlier I understand how dangerous this job is. Let me know what number tickles your fancy and that number you and Prasha may split.” She smiled. She imagined at least five thousand each. But she waited for him to speak. He continued on to mention his plan was set in stone to capture the absol. Akane grinned. This works much more in my favor.

”As for when you capture the absol, bring it to my castle if you’d please. There are holding cells made for pokemon. I would like to be present when you interrogate him. Not that I don’t believe your word, but to ask the creature my own questions should they arise, that would be wonderful. Any objections Sir Zandrophin?”

Zandrophin objected to sir. Akane humphed for she was only trying to be polite, she did so with many other people. In fact she would knight him if he really wanted it. Zandrophin reinforced the fact the absol is his. Akane stopped listening and waited for him to quiet himself for his ridiculous comment. She spoke immediately after he finished.

”Mr. Zandrophin, if you think me so low to misuse pokemon you’ve been recently hit in the head. I told you what I wanted from this pokemon, and interrogation solely for information. I would not dream to ever hurt a pokemon for anything however, not even knowledge in this case. And secondly, I do not steal pokemon. Look at these hands.” She held out her scarred hands.

”These hands have been washed many times, but the blood of the people I’ve murdered has never been washed away. And I’m glad. Those people mistreated pokemon and their trainers. I was happy to execute them for their crimes. And I would expect the same of myself if I ever repeated their crimes.” She extended her hand to Zandrophin. ”If you don’t mind touching these bloodied hands for a shake, I do believe we have a deal. Again, bring the absol and Mentus here so I may ask my questions and we may go on with our business.”

Prasha escorted Lady Akane to the door of the Tower. He stepped out first and offered his hand to her Highness, helping her down the stairs of the tower. Her Rapidash looked gorgeous the fire mane matched Lady Akane's hair. Prasha had a warm smile on his face.

"It was good to see you again Lady Akane as always. I do have a few questions though. The first is embarrassing and well I knew I could only ask it away from Zan. I was wondering if you had a maid or lady at your castle I could court. There are not many women here in Pyron and well I am eager to meet them." Prasha looked away and turned Razz barry red. He turned toward Lady Akane and laughed a bit.

"Also Lady Akane. I am starting a series of cakes and desserts at the store and was wondering if you would take some to try at your castle along with the people there. Maybe a possibility of doing some business with you. Providing sweets for events. Catering, I know you must have an excellent chef. I just had to ask." Prasha held out a package to one of er guards that Nachos had brought out to him. "It is a Lum Cake, I just baked it this morning."

Prasha helped Lady Akane into her carriage. "It is always an honor to have you here." Prasha bowed slightly and smiled...