William
Though he'd promised the chairwoman there would be plenty of studying and schoolwork being done on this trip, it might be a little more difficult than expected. It was a lovely place to have been invited to, no less having the opportunity to stay in the owner's massive residence with a group of the finest students and staff. 

A couple of days relaxing wouldn't hurt. Even the sun was beckoning him to spend a little time outside. 

Clavell found himself intrigued by one of the many establishments around, this time, a cafe. He requested for an outside seating, and smiled to himself the moment he felt the seabreeze come by. He sat down. Strangely, there were two menus at the table, as if he were expecting someone. He'd know who it would be soon enough.
Eugenia
*Despite vacation being a promising event in theory and being a way to get away from that bothersome, endless flood of work La Primera would give him each day and end up overeorking him, Larry would have still found himself doing his exact same routine as if he was at home, the exact same time to go to sleep and wake up as well, and even worse he was still in his business suit, and even carrying his briefcase around. He was still sticking into crowds like glue. What was there even to do here? Go to the beach? That wasn't sonething he did... Much. He'd probably be down there instantly if it meant spending time with his wife. Shame she wasn't here though.*

*Turning out of the small crowd, Larry was face to face with the café and blankly stated for a second. A place to eat. Maybe he could get lunch here, or a quick snack, maybe even a drink? Then again, he did have a small little paper bag holding his favourite food with him. Maybe he should sit down. It's not like they'll kick him out if he orders something. He turned his head to the left and in Clavell's general direction, taking a second to realise who it was.*


"Oh it's you... Clavell." *There was a small pause between saying his name as if Larry had forgotten the name of Paldea's Director he had encountered a few times.*
William
He glanced up when hearing his name, then turned to the side and was met with...
"Mr. Larry!" There was slight surprised in his voice, but mostly content in seeing someone familiar. He knew he'd run into someone eventually. With a nod of acknowlegent, he gestured to the open seat at the small table he was at. Perfect timing. 

"You do have a bit of free time, don't you? You're more than welcome to accompany me. No need to stay for long if you must go." 

It wasn't often he'd get to interact with the Pokémon league members, but it was his responsibility to remember and keep up with them. Many students challenged his gym, but few saw got to do it a second time. So, most of the information he'd gathered had been from many female students showing him... Oh, what was the term they were giggling about...'fan cam', he thought. 

They certainly were creative and dedicated to making such... Visually vivid videos. Regardless, he waited patiently to see if Larry would accept his invitation.
Eugenia
*Mr. Larry, huh? He didn't get called that often... Or at all. But it was surprisingly endearing, like a nickname of sorts.*

"I do, I think." *He'd say scratching the side of his cheek for a second and moving his eyes elsewhere for a second. He'd take a seat across from Clavell, placing his small briefcase next to one of the table legs, leaning it against said table leg.*

"Thank you for the seat. I don't really have anywhere I need to be as far as I'm aware. I'm on vacation." *He'd explain bringing his hands to the table as if it was a business meeting. Another habit he couldn't seem to break. How pestering.* "I assume you're on vacation, with Jacq as well as many other students from the school? Or at least I assume they're students. I saw them speaking on the forum. It seems most of our vacations have synced up in a way." *He'd make an attempt of conversation, hoping they'd at least have some way to thoroughly talk, and by the sound of things on Larry's end they would.*
William
He glanced at the briefcase and pondered about it for a moment. Did he actually have an out of region assignment? Or perhaps it was an abrupt change in schedule reflected by muscle memory? Either way, the case did hold a bit of mystery to it, even if it went with the rest of the man's appearance. 

"Indeed, we all are. Some of them may be a tad difficult to recognize, as our academy's uniforms are not a necessity here. I doubt many considered even packing them." There was a faint smile on his face, since the thought was amusing. 

"It certainly is a large coincidence... But one I am not opposed to. It is slightly less worrisome when you know they are somewhere in Paldea, but here... It is less predictable, isn't it? Even if this area is quite picturesque." He took in a breath. "Do forgive me for my curiosity. But would you tell me what might be in your briefcase that is related to a vacation?" He couldn't help but chuckle afterward.
Eugenia
"I wouldn't recognise many anyhow, even if in uniform." *He stayed silent for a few seconds.* "I'm sure a younger me wouldn't have given it a thought either. Not that he would have considered going on vacation at all." *He'd continue, giving a slight insight to his time at the Academy numerous years ago. Larry would show hints of a small smile, reflecting back on his academy days.*

"It's out of the ordinary... And yet I somehow still find myself in crowds, blending in." *He chuckled slightly at that. A rare Larry occurrence by his own standards.* "I do agree, it is less predictable to see a student here, or even another Gym Leader." *When Clavell brought up the briefcase, Larry glanced towards it, just for a few seconds.*

"I... May have brought it by accident due to muscle memory... I'm not fully adjusted to this vacation life yet." *He'd admit, scratching the side of his cheek just ever so slightly.* "But inside is..." *He'd grab the briefcase and flick the locks open, then lifting the lid He took out a small paper bag and placed it down upon the table, locking up his briefcase and moving it to the side.* "Some food my wife has made for me."
William
"I suppose a distaste to the uniform isn't just a new trend with the youth of today..." He pondered on it. He had fond memories of his uniform back then, it meant not needing to spend so much time putting something together. Then again, he often noted parts of other students' uniforms in his class until it was irksome for them. 

"It is rather foreign to us as adults isn't it? I myself have a difficult time unwinding or checking my schedule for my next task. In due time, I am sure we will fall into "Island time". As a full-time researcher, breaks were almost unheard of..." He paid attention to the briefcase as it opened. A small smile was on his face as he noticed the paper bag; he could already guess its contents. 

"You are very fond of her cooking, I see. I often wondered about the operation of Medali's gym. It certainly is peculiar, but very sweet. Surely señora Lola and Linden are fairing well, yes? I am sure they too are relived you are on this vacation too, even if it is without them."
Eugenia
"I'll say... It'll be extremely difficult adjusting, for myself. Being overworked can get you like that... Day in, day out, an unbreakable routine." *He'd say, taking a rice ball from paper bag and putting it in his mouth, munching on it for a few seconds before swallowing it.* "My breaks are few... Almost none. I'm still shocked I was even allowed vacation, didn't even know I could time off. La Primera." *Mentioning Geeta's title, he shook his head disapprovingly.* "At least she didn't threaten to dock my pay."

"Of course, anything my wife cooks is... Amazing. And they are both doing very well, thank you." *He'd say with a smile, before eating another rice ball.* "They took me leaving for vacation quite well. It is... A bit empty without them, but they do have a restaurant to run after all. I would wish they accompanied though." *Larry's smile faded, but upon eating another rice ball, it quickly re-appeared. Seems he truly did miss his family.*