Thomas sat on the side lines, analyzing the combatants.  While Luca originally had the advantage, the tables had just turned quickly.  Polly had resistance to two of Luca's moves, and had a super effective move.  All the cards were on the table, and Liam came up with aces.  However, if Luca could land a critical, that could change very quickly.<br/><br/>Desmond looked backwards at Bessie and Mathew, letting Thomas see.  Bessie had once again, pinned Mathew and was now glowering.  At that moment, Mathews teeth turned to ice and he bit down on Bessie, ice spreading to cover her completely.  Thomas nudged Alma and pointed him towards the two.<br/>"Stop them before something really bad happens again.  Also thaw out Bessie, I think I'm going to need her in a second."  As Alma walked back to intervene, Desmond turned back to let Thomas view the fight some more.<br/><br/>Next to Desmond, Rouge's manic smile started creeping out when she saw the pain Luca was in.  This same pain seemed to be shared by her trainer, and all she could think of is how fun it would be to smash a shadow ball into the Riolu's face.  Desmond sensed the gleeful wrath coming from his new companion, and his unease spread to Thomas.  This was the same kind of feeling Desmond sensed the day he was born, the worst day of Thomas' life.  He would have to keep a close eye on Rouge, he'd rather not have to put her away for others safety.