"There's a basic form. Name, residence, occupation, other Pokémon."

He passes it over and looks up at her. "We're not concerned with income so much as capacity to care, and your Oshawott appears to be doing well. Now we look to establish the intangible quality of a bond."

Kaiba doesn't really like talking about anything slightly mystical, and he's reciting the company line. He turns to the side and spots a shy Pokémon in the back, hesitantly poking its head forward.

"'They' say partner bonds form most often with a Pokémon and partner who can grow the most together I'm reluctant to believe, but then I ended up with these two."

He gestures to Goomy at his feet and Kisara the Pikachu on his lap, who are both watching the proceedings with interest.