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Philmore looked at the Mightyena. “He looks stronger than ever.” Philmore thought for a moment and looked at Avery. “How about a short pokemon battle between you and I? My Glaceon doesn’t actually do much fighting recently and it might help you get passed whatever is troubling you.” ‘Dammit Philmore you’re such a moron sometimes. Avery is scared of ice types, what makes you think he’d want to just jump into a battle with one. Especially with have Amaro evolve. He probably wants to look what’s new with Amaro.’ Philmore looked at Avery. “I’d understand if it’s too sudden as well. I don’t mean to pressure you into anything.” Philmore walked over to the cave entrance and removed a smaller rock so there was some space. He put his Beartic’s pokeball in it. “Get in there you troublemaker. Now…”
Avery looked back down at Amaro and gave a laugh with some of the sad tone seeming to still hang in his voice. “Ya, it’s actually amazing that he became this way to protect me.” He continued to stare at Amaro as the battle was suggested. Am I ready for that? Could I handle fighting one or will I break down again? I guess the real question is: Am I willing to try in front of Philmore? Avery looked back at Philmore. “It’s ok, you are pressuring me.” He let out a little chuckle. “All right I’ll try it! What do you say Amaro? Lets show this Ice type who really should be scared.” Amaro stood back up to full height, looked up at Avery, and then turned to Philmore ready for the battle.”