A pokemon trainer is never alone, but yes, I was thinking I'd be leaving you girls here. I mean, if you'd prefer to come with me, I wouldn't stop any of you, but frankly I think it would be better for you and Rainbow to stay and train around Goldenrod for a while.

Besides... [She looks back and forth, then leans in, lowering her voice.] There's a possibility Team Rocket might figure out I was part of the group that attacked the tower. If they do that, being seen with me could be dangerous.