crysthecatcher:

Intern. Her thoughts didn’t bother to come up with a defense against his obvious skepticism towards fine, or any sort of appreciation towards his praise over her apartment. Her mind was stuck on that one word alone.

Did she not tell him that she was studying now?

“Ah, intern, right. Silver, though, didn’t I ever tell you…?” Her voice drifted slightly, and she wasn’t sure why. She brushed some hair behind her ear, looking at him with a bit of an awkward smile. “I’m not an intern anymore. Juniper dropped me back in October. I’ve been studying in Castelia University since last month, actually.”

Crystal let out a small laugh, her awkward smile now genuine and sincere. “I um. I’m studying in biology, primarily. Although it’s very useful for a path towards becoming a Pokemon professor. I’m also taking other courses too—Chemistry, Italian, others. It’s… It’s not easy but, I never thought I’d get this opportunity, you know?” She bit her lip before folding her hands onto her lap nervously. “It’s fantastic…”

“No I’m positive that’s something you hadn’t relayed to me. I haven’t exactly been the easiest to get a hold of the past few months, though. Studying biology then. Either way, you were living here, weren’t you? Doesn’t change that.”

He clasped his hands together between his knees, hanging his head and shaking it a bit. “Well, shit, then.” He looked up at Crystal, biting her lip. Some habits never changed, he supposed.

“It’s almost a bit surreal. Everyone is on their fucking way now. However, just because it’s great doesn’t mean it’s not taking it’s toll. Hell, I hardly remember being placed in a class, being driven to study and write against my will. Feh, that kind of learning was a complete mess for me, but that’s just me. Don’t tire yourself out though. Pace it so you don’t lose track of your goals and quit running before you reach the end.”