It's more a mutually beneficial arrangement between the two of us, really. She likes to be near me, and it's better for the eggs this way as well.

[He gives Masako a fond pet, which makes her rouse and perk up a little.]

Have you enjoyed raising a Cubone? I have one, as well, and he's quite the shy little creature; I had to get him a friend in order to bring him out of his shell.