[ if anyone were to see that memory, he's glad it was Lance. it's a little embarrassing, but he's sure that it's something that the older Trainer had seen before from his fanbase... and it's not as if he could (or would) deny being a fan himself.

evil team takeovers don't make for the best table conversation, but it's one that has to be had under the circumstances. Raihan keeps his eyes on the grill, making sure nothing burns before handing Lance a pair of tongs for him to take things at his leisure. his brow furrows slightly at Lance's explanation. ]

And he's been in hiding for nearly a decade, yeah? That's mad... but we can relate over in Galar if it reassures you at all. The Chairman of our League is the one that ended up being a complete nutcase. He might as well have controlled the region, honestly.

[ the heavy hand that Macro Cosmos had on Galar's infrastructure and, well, its entire economy was something of a touchy subject for some. at least things appeared to be kept in check - until Rose's big damn villain meltdown, anyhow. ]

But the important thing is that he's not putting anyone in danger right now. I reckon he'll get his when the time is right! [ which he knows sounds a little naive, but he'd rather that than be pessimistic. ]