"I have read that the braviary is known as 'the solider of the sky' because of how dedicated it is to protecting its friends, but Bucky has been this way ever since he was a rufflet. It takes a lot to earn his trust, but once you do, he's a friend for life."

She waves goodbye to Ice Bear once the bill is settled and slips into her coat, winding her winter scarf around her neck. When Josh offers his hand, she takes it without thinking. Platonic hand-holding has become second nature to her in the Nexus. She steps through the door and gives Josh a smile, letting him lead the way to the poké mart.