Betty
*Crystal stood around here, hearing of a new arrival. Her Alolan Ninetails, Darcy, was with her. Crystal didn't exactly know who was arriving, but was eager to meet the new person anyways* "Hmm... Where are they...?"
James
It was hard to shake off what had happened between him and Winona, but if he was going to save face, he wasn't keen on letting anyone know that they had had a pretty nasty falling out. Wallace mentally prepared himself to step up to the mansion, and prayed that he wouldn't run into Winona again. He assumed his typical prestigious air and confidently put his hands on the handles that would open the door, but before he did, he hesitated. *Actually, I think I'm going to need some backup.* 

He fished a Pokeball out of his bag and released his Luvdisc to float cutely around him. There, no one can be upset in the presence of such a cute little bundle of joy. He swung open the doors to the massive mansion and stepped inside, and his eyes instantly fell on an unassuming young girl. He smiled warmly, his charm shining through. "Hello there!" He started, "Who might you be?"
Betty
"Hmm? Oh! Hello there Wallace! I'm surprised you don't remember me though... I'm the Ice type gym leader for the region, Crystal? That ring a bell?" *Crystal was very confused, didn't Crystal see Wallace... Not even 3 months ago?* "You alright?"
James
"Ah, yes, Crystal, it's been a while." So maybe Wallace was having trouble keeping up with some of the changes to the league staff in recent years. He hadn't even *Known* About Winona's retirement at all... "You *Must* Forgive me, I seem to have a lot on my mind as of late." He waved a hand through the air and his Luvdisc followed it whimsically. "Excellent to see you again, you're positively glowing."
Betty
"Its alright! We all forget things every once in a while! And yes, it is quite nice to see you again!" *Darcy looks at the luvdisk, just for no reason at all* "Theres a lot i should catch you up on! Unless you want to sleep then talk about it tomorrow? I don't have a preference honestly!"
James
Wallace made sure to soften his expression. "Actually, that's exactly what I need right now. I've just been so wrapped up in my own work that I need a bit of a refresher on current events." That, and having an idle mind right now sounded terrible. He needed a distraction more than anything else.
Betty
"Oh alright! I know that with your position comes a lot of work, so first.. And likely hugest thing... I may or may not have caught... Its better if i just show you" *Crystal stepped back a bit and hurled an ultra ball in the air, and out came a kyurem, somehow it was friendly, Crystal awkwardly grinned* "So... Thats the first thing... How i obtained Kyurem is a long story though!"
James
"Oh, magnificent!" Wallace stepped back and looked over the massive Pokemon, trying to hide his surprise. His Luvdisc hid behind him, and one he was sure that the creature was actually friendly, he addressed it directly. "Hello there," He smiled happily, "I haven't seen anything like you before—" He turned to look at Crystal. "I'd love to hear the story sometime."
Betty
"Sounds like a deal!" *Crystal smiled, the kyurem indeed noted how strong this trainer was* "Alright Kyurem, lets get you back in the ball for a bit" *Crystal returned kyurem to the ball* "The next thing is... Team Rocket, the evil team from Kanto, is here, they're basically Archie And Maxie but they like stealing pokemon and apparently total control is their plan"
James
"Hm, yes, I remember them. And they're here, on the island?" Okay, this visit is getting more and more hectic with every single interaction he has, and he starting to think that this was a little bit meant to be. Wallace was a little bit of an adrenaline junkie, and if there was an evil team and legendary Pokemon running about on this unassuming little island, then count him in. He smiled wryly. "My my, this sounds fun."
Betty
"Yes.. The vacation is turning more into an adventure... I also saw Mathias and Winona earlier, you talk to them?" *Darcy realized Crystal asked the wrong question, but couldn't do much at this point* "And i don't know about this being... Fun"
James
He stiffened at the sound of Winona's name. "Mhhhhm, yes, I spoke to Winona. She's a touch mad at me at the moment." He let out a weak laugh. "Haven't seen Mathias yet, though. I can't imagine he'd be pleased with me either, to be honest."
Betty
"I wouldn't imagine why either of them would be mad at you" *Darcy thought things were going to go sour* "You're not that bad!"
James
Wow! It really felt like rubbing salt in the wound. How could this teenager rip his wig off like that? Not that bad. "Not that bad?" He said under his breath, "Maybe Winona isn't the only one losing her touch.." He looked back up at Crystal. "Um, it's sort of complicated, uh, adult problems I suppose." For the love of Arceus, he sounded like a grandpa.
Betty
"Adult problems..? Unless Winonas talking about your ego-" *Darcy braced for impact, Crystal realized what she just said* "I-i mean no offense of course!"
James
Wallace put his face in his hands, somehow impressed over the distance his wig was from his head at this point. "AHh, I get it, stop kicking me while I'm down already!" Teenagers really were ruthless. "Okay, *Maybe* I have a *Slight* Ego problem." He crossed his arms over his chest and thrust his nose into the air. "My therapist is working on it!"
Betty
"Therapist...?" *Darcy knew this was going to be bad* "Why would you even need a therapist..?" *Crystal felt idiotic for saying it, but the question needed to be pulled up*