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❝ But...isn't Persian the boss' top cat? ❞ [The question slipped out automatically, even though it was sure to upset Meowth.]
[Insulting as it might be, however, James was expressing his healthy dose of skepticism for the day. After all of the times Meowth's schemes had failed, he couldn't help wondering if perhaps said schemes were inherently flawed. Not only were they targeting Pokemon unrelated to the twerps' Pikachu, they were aiming for relatively common specimens ( at least according to their index cards ). James would always hear Meowth out, but even he had his limits.]
[Meowth's machinations were, as always, a bit fantastical. Even so, as Meowth spun out his whimsical culinary tale, James couldn't help falling for it. Of course! A Pokemon who could function as a companion and a salt shaker? Genius! Avoiding the tedious task of speaking to customer service? Incredible! Meowth truly was a mastermind worthy of Team Rocket's name.]
❝ Of course! The boss will save millions on salt, millions that will be ours!! We'll be rich! We'll never starve again! ❞ [James spoke excitedly, unable to stick to his skeptic routine.] ❝ Well, what are we waiting for? What's the plan? Should I get a shovel? ❞