"No, I mean it as a gift." It was the kind of reply that could sound snappish and exasperated, but the way she delivered it, she merely sounded teasing—and maybe even a little fond. "Since I went on a trip, I wanted to bring a little something back for everyone. Like a souvenir! But... I couldn't figure out what you would like. That's when she appeared!"

As if on cue, the top of the pokéball swung open, releasing the Drifloon inside. It didn't seem particularly startled by the change in its surroundings, but it did turn in a slow circle where it floated, taking stock of them. Manaka took the opportunity to continue, "She just...took my hand, like she would blow away in the wind if she didn't have something to hold onto. It reminded me of you, a little."