Before he could object, Diana had grabbed his cuff and Walter reflexively flinched, jerking his hand back. He held his wrist in his other hand, appearing quite shy when really it was a defensive gesture. But he did follow her, still feeling and looking quite awkward.

"Colour?" He generally avoided bright colours. They were nice, but he had never wanted to draw attention to himself at any point of his life. Darkness however gave a thoughtful croak. At blues, he nodded his approval. "Yes."

As if sensing that her beloved trainer was being manhandled, there was a burst of light as one of Walter's pokeballs opened. Immediately at his feet, almost sitting on him, was Jennifer, his Flareon. She blinked up at Walter with an adorably sweet look, before turning her eyes on Diana. She froze, giving a curious chirp. Who is this. Darkness clicked his beak. Oh, the clingy child is here.