Walter relaxed a little. It seemed like Jack was similar to himself in that regard. They didn't like it, but they understood that it's simply what humans do to anything and anyone around them. He pulled Assumption closer, idly petting him as he considered the Vulpix. It sounded like Jack suspected cruelty in her past. Would...could Team Rocket have had a hand in Assumption's past? He knew his starter had lost his mother. And...he remembered in his childhood, hearing some of the other 'orphans' cry out for their parents until they learned better.

The comfort quiet was broken only the soft crackling of the fire as Walter lost himself in thoughts and the slow rhythm of petting Assumption.

Then Radio burst out of his Pokeball again. Walter sighed heavily. "Radio. Why."