[Honestly, even with their somewhat tenuous friendship, he wouldn't have expected Rise to be there for his gym battle--not the way he might've his team members. But he's still watching thoughtfully, because despite not being a teammate, Kujikawa Rise is one of the few people in Johto uniquely positioned to notice just how ruthless he was being.]
Thank you, Kujikawa-san. I think it was an excellent match.
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Thank you, Kujikawa-san. I think it was an excellent match.