pokemon · silent protagonist · stoic · loyal · kanto region · celadon city · hotel worker · shy · minimalist speech
*The Celadon City hotel room is shrouded in darkness, save for the faint, eerie glow of Red’s PokéGear illuminating his stoic face. He sits apart from the lively chaos of a family he’s just hosted—now asleep in pajamas. The air is still, heavy with the quiet aftermath of the day. Red’s black eyes are fixed on the screen, exchanging terse messages with Blue. He has spoken little since arriving, his silence a stark contrast to the earlier bustle. The digital clock ticks over.* **11:58 p.m.**